The state of children's health in America
A new report looking at the overall health of America's children shows both progress and setbacks. Leslie Boissiere, vice president at the Annie E. Casey Foundation, joins to discuss the study.
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Supreme Court upholds Tennessee law restricting gender-affirming care for minors
The Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee's law restricting gender-affirming care for transgender youth does not violate the 14th Amendment.
South Florida nurse pursues dream to serve her country
Traci Vose joined the U.S. Navy Reserves to serve her country.
The price you pay for an Obamacare plan could surge next year
An estimated 4 million Americans will lose health insurance over the next decade if Congress doesn't extend enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act marketplace coverage.
How actor Noah Wyle and his mom are advocating for health care workers
Actor Noah Wyle explains how he and his mom, a nurse for over four decades, are advocating on Capitol Hill for health care workers.
Here are the most and least expensive U.S. cities for raising a child
The average cost of raising a child in the U.S. is $26,000 per year, although in some cities expenses can run even higher, analysis finds.
OB-GYN warns Taliban puts women at risk
Dr. Najmussama Shefajo's clinic was flooded with new patients after the Taliban banned women from nursing and midwife training courses in December. She says that if the current policies remain in place, the situation in Afghanistan will worsen. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Trump's budget bill continues GOP efforts to roll back Obamacare
President Trump's domestic policy legislation the House advanced in May includes a substantial rollback of the Affordable Care Act.
4-year-old girl facing deportation order
A 4-year-old girl receiving treatment for a rare disease at a Los Angeles hospital is facing deportation. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has the details.
Planned Parenthood affiliate to close 4 Minnesota clinics, 4 in Iowa
A Midwestern affiliate of Planned Parenthood says it will close four of its clinics in Minnesota and four of six in Iowa within a year.
Republicans aim to punish states that insure unauthorized immigrants
A GOP tax-and-spending bill the House approved Thursday would slash federal Medicaid reimbursement for states that offer health coverage to immigrants without legal status.
Losing a rural ER can mean life or death
Having health insurance is no guarantee that you will get health care -- not if you live in rural America. A new report says hundreds of rural hospitals are in danger of closing because they can no longer afford to stay open. Janet Shamlian reports.
Regeneron to buy 23andMe out of bankruptcy for $256 million
Regeneron, a biotech company, will acquire 23andMe for $256 million and vowed to comply with the genetic testing company's privacy policies.
How Medicaid cuts could harm rural hospitals
Earlier this week, the House Energy and Commerce Committee completed its markup of the Republican budget package. The panel was tasked with cutting $880 billion over a decade, including trimming back Medicaid. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion visited a hospital in rural Virginia to examine the potential impact.
New gene therapy treats baby in medical first
The life of a baby with a rare genetic disorder has been saved with a groundbreaking new treatment. That baby had a genetic mutation that would have caused a lifetime of severe health problems, but doctors were able to edit out the mutation. Dr. Jon LaPook has details.
Newsom reverses on migrant health care
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing to scale back free health care for undocumented immigrants. CBS News political correspondent Nidia Cavazos reports.
Why are American drug costs so high?
President Trump signed an executive order Monday that will attempt to bring the down the cost of some drugs in the United States — but why are drugs so high to begin with?
California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes pausing immigrant health care coverage expansion
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
Newsom promised universal health care. He didn't expect it to be so expensive.
Gov. Gavin Newsom dramatically expanded California's Medicaid program, but after six years in office, the Democrat is forced to contemplate deep cuts.
Medical school fully embraces AI for students
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a part of our daily lives -- whether in the office or the classroom. Tom Hanson reports on one medical school that has become the first in the nation to incorporate AI fully into its doctor training program.
House GOP unveils plan for new Medicaid cuts
A newly-released plan from House Republicans would slash Medicaid spending by at least $880 billion. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the details.
How Trump plans to lower drug costs
President Trump called on drugmakers to lower their prices in the U.S. within the next month to be closer to costs in other high-income countries. The president threatened to subject the companies to steep caps on how much they can earn from Medicare if they fail to do so. Dr. Celine Gounder explains.
Unpacking Trump's order on drug cost cuts
Speaking on his executive order about lowering prescription drug prices, President Trump told reporters Monday that Americans will pay "the lowest price in the world." Julie Rovner, chief Washington correspondent for KFF Health News, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Can Trump's drug price order be implemented?
President Trump signed an executive order Monday that he says will lower drug costs by having the U.S. government match the lowest prices paid for some medicines by other nations. Dr. Richard Besser, former acting director of the CDC, joins "America Decides" to assess what kind of impact the order could have.
Medicaid emerges as key issue in budget talks
As Republicans race to finish and approve President Trump's budget plan, potential cuts to Medicaid have emerged as a key issue in the negotiating process. Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, former administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services under the Biden administration, joins "America Decides" to assess the possible impacts of slashes to the program.
Israel vows to hold Iran's leader accountable after missile hits hospital
An Iranian missile slammed into a hospital in Israel, causing no serious injuries but drawing a quick vow of retaliation against Iran's supreme leader for "war crimes."
SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during ramp-up to expected engine test
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
Trump approved attack plans for Iran — but hasn't made final decision to strike
President Trump has approved an attack plan on Iran, but has held off in case Tehran agrees to abandon its nuclear program, an intelligence source and a defense official told CBS News.
U.S. "planning for contingencies" to help Americans leave Israel
After some confusion, the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem says the State Department is "planning for contingencies" to help Americans leave Israel, but some aren't waiting around.
FDA approves HIV prevention drug taken as twice-yearly injection
Clinical trials showed 99.9% of participants who received the drug, called Yeztugo from company Gilead Sciences, remained HIV negative.
Tucker Carlson spars with Ted Cruz on Israel-Iran strikes
Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.
State Dept. has new guidelines for vetting student visa applicants' social media
Consular officers are being told to look for "indications of hostility" toward the U.S., its culture, principles or citizens.
Los Angeles Lakers to be sold for $10 billion
Dodgers owner Mark Walter will assume a controlling interest of the team; Jeanie Buss will remain in the governor role
Erick intensifies into Category 4 hurricane as it approaches Mexico
Hurricane Erick has become a major hurricane as it approaches Mexico.
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Here's what is open and closed on Juneteenth 2025
See what's open and closed during the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, from stores to public services.
SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during ramp-up to expected engine test
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
American students, tour groups waiting to evacuate Israel amid missile strikes
Some students have already fled through Jordan and nearby Cyprus, a parent who has a daughter studying in Israel said.
For some Californians, high transportation costs put owning a car out of reach
Franchescoli Andrade's 20-mile journey to get to work without a car takes about 90 minutes each way through Los Angeles.
U.S. plans to combat "man-eater" screwworms with a facility of flies
The facility will breed millions of sterile New World screwworm flies at Moore Air Base, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Wednesday.
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Here's what is open and closed on Juneteenth 2025
See what's open and closed during the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, from stores to public services.
For some Californians, high transportation costs put owning a car out of reach
Franchescoli Andrade's 20-mile journey to get to work without a car takes about 90 minutes each way through Los Angeles.
AstroAI recalls minifridges that caused $360,000 in property damages
A short circuit in the minifridges caused numerous fires, two of which resulted in more than $360,000 in property damages.
FDA approves HIV prevention drug taken as twice-yearly injection
Clinical trials showed 99.9% of participants who received the drug, called Yeztugo from company Gilead Sciences, remained HIV negative.
These interior paint colors could boost your home's sale price by $2,600, Zillow says
Home sellers take note: The color of your kitchen and bedroom could boost your home's sale price.
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Trump approved attack plans for Iran — but hasn't made final decision to strike
President Trump has approved an attack plan on Iran, but has held off in case Tehran agrees to abandon its nuclear program, an intelligence source and a defense official told CBS News.
State Dept. has new guidelines for vetting student visa applicants' social media
Consular officers are being told to look for "indications of hostility" toward the U.S., its culture, principles or citizens.
Tucker Carlson spars with Ted Cruz on Israel-Iran strikes
Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.
Trump administration to shutter specialized LGBTQ+ suicide lifeline option
A part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth — known as 988 option 3 — will close in July, the agency said.
Hegseth says he's giving Trump "options" amid intensifying Iran-Israel conflict
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine testified Wednesday before the Senate Armed Forces Committee.
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U.S. plans to combat "man-eater" screwworms with a facility of flies
The facility will breed millions of sterile New World screwworm flies at Moore Air Base, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Wednesday.
AstroAI recalls minifridges that caused $360,000 in property damages
A short circuit in the minifridges caused numerous fires, two of which resulted in more than $360,000 in property damages.
Trump administration to shutter specialized LGBTQ+ suicide lifeline option
A part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth — known as 988 option 3 — will close in July, the agency said.
FDA approves HIV prevention drug taken as twice-yearly injection
Clinical trials showed 99.9% of participants who received the drug, called Yeztugo from company Gilead Sciences, remained HIV negative.
More than 41,000 retirement-age Americans died of falls in 2023
From 2003 to 2023, the death rate for falls increased more than 70% for adults ages 65 to 74, and more than 75% for those aged 75 to 84. It more than doubled for seniors 85 and older, according to CDC data.
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U.S. "planning for contingencies" to help Americans leave Israel
After some confusion, the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem says the State Department is "planning for contingencies" to help Americans leave Israel, but some aren't waiting around.
Israel vows to hold Iran's leader accountable after missile hits hospital
An Iranian missile slammed into a hospital in Israel, causing no serious injuries but drawing a quick vow of retaliation against Iran's supreme leader for "war crimes."
American students, tour groups waiting to evacuate Israel amid missile strikes
Some students have already fled through Jordan and nearby Cyprus, a parent who has a daughter studying in Israel said.
Tucker Carlson spars with Ted Cruz on Israel-Iran strikes
Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.
State Dept. has "no announcement" about helping Americans evacuate Israel
The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem said earlier it was working on dispatching evacuation flights and cruise ships for American citizens who wish to leave Israel.
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Alison Hall meets Olivia Munn for first time after early cancer diagnosis
Alison Hall credits Olivia Munn's openness with helping detect her breast cancer early. Their emotional first meeting airs Wednesday on "Inside Edition."
Tom Cruise to receive honorary Oscar
Actor Tom Cruise is set to receive an honorary Oscar ahead of next year's Academy Awards. While he has scored four nominations, the "Mission Impossible" and "Top Gun" actor has never won an Oscar.
Tyler Perry sued by "The Oval" actor; Perry's attorney denies claims
An actor who worked on Tyler Perry's TV series "The Oval" has filed a lawsuit accusing Perry of sexual assault and harassment during his time on the show.
Extended interview: Lucie Arnaz on her parents, Lucy & Desi
In this web exclusive, actress and singer Lucie Arnaz talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about growing up the daughter of comedy legends Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz; her father's experience as a Cuban refugee and as a television pioneer, as documented in Todd Purdum's new biography, "Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television"; her parents' marriage and divorce; and her own parenting challenges.
Anne Burrell, Food Network star, dies at 55
Anne Burrell, an acclaimed chef from upstate New York, hosted "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef," "Worst Cooks in America" and other popular Food Network shows.
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Robotic heart transplant makes history
In a medical first, surgeons at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston successfully performed a fully robotic heart transplant on a 45-year-old patient. He now says he's living a brand-new life. Janet Shamlian reports.
Amazon CEO says rollout of generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
AI data centers are driving up energy bills
An increase in demand for artificial intelligence may be increasing the cost of your electric bills. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter explains.
Scammers use AI to create fake job applicants
Artificial intelligence is being used to create realistic video and audio to impersonate people, in some cases looking for love or deceiving companies looking to hire. In a 2024 study, half of the businesses surveyed said they'd experienced AI deepfake fraud. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
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SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during ramp-up to expected engine test
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
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Kohberger defense team moves to delay trial
Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, appeared in court Wednesday. His defense team wants the trial delayed, arguing intense public scrutiny threatens his right to a fair trial. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Karen Read acquitted of murder
A jury has acquitted Karen Read of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the 2022 death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn has the latest.
Karen Read speaks after acquittal
A jury on Wednesday found Karen Read not guilty of murder and manslaughter in the 2022 death of her police officer boyfriend. Read spoke briefly after leaving the courthouse. See that moment and analysis from trial attorney Robin Nunn.
Watch: Karen Read found not guilty
Karen Read was acquitted Wednesday on charges of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the 2022 death of her Boston police officer boyfriend. See the moment the verdict was read.
Man charged with murder in father's 2003 cold case death
Douglas Herlihy would have been a teenager when his father, Paul Herlihy, died. Officials have charged him with second-degree murder.
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SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during ramp-up to expected engine test
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
See NASA's image of an intense X-class solar flare
The solar flare peaked at 5:49 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory said.
Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
NASA evaluating data indicating air leaks aboard space station are sealed
If initial results hold up, NASA says the delayed launch of a commercial research mission to the station could come as early as Thursday.
Commercial crew launch delayed while ISS air leak assessed
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Study: Maui fires impacted mental health
Nearly two years after devastating wildfires tore through Maui, a new study shows a glimpse into the journey from crisis to recovery. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Powerful heat wave grips Southwest U.S.
Another brutal heatwave is roasting the Southwest with Las Vegas finding itself in the middle of its fourth extreme heat warning before summer officially begins. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Undocumented workers by the numbers
Julia Ingram, a data journalist for CBS News Confirmed, takes a look at how many undocumented immigrants are in the U.S. workforce.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump weighs war choice
As a candidate in 2016, President Trump accused former President George W. Bush of misleading the nation about weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. Now, he faces the kind of judgment call he built his campaign around criticizing. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
The state of children's health in America
A new report looking at the overall health of America's children shows both progress and setbacks. Leslie Boissiere, vice president at the Annie E. Casey Foundation, joins to discuss the study.