Retired officer turns from fighting crime to doing free laundry for the homeless
Using his own money and donations, Wade Milyard does dozens of loads of laundry a week for people in need.
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Retired cop offers free laundry for homeless
Wade Milyard of Frederick, Maryland, didn't want to stop helping people after he retired from police work. Now, he drives around doing laundry for homeless people. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
Book excerpt: "There Is No Place For Us" by Brian Goldstone
For his new book, the journalist examines why so many people who work full-time jobs with low wages are homeless in America.
When the employed are pushed into homelessness
Despite working full-time, many families are locked out of the rental housing market, due to low wages, soaring rents and poor credit, and have been pushed into homelessness.
The working homeless
In America we are taught hard work is the key to success. But despite having full-time jobs, many families are locked out of the rental housing market, due to low wages, soaring rents and poor credit, and have been pushed into homelessness. In this two-part report, senior contributor Ted Koppel talks with Brian Goldstone, author of "There Is No Place For Us: Working and Homeless in America," about the big business of homelessness; and with families who have struggled to pay inflated rates at "extended-stay hotels" catering to the desperate.
Sleepaway camp offers homeless kids a place to belong
Camp Homeward Bound is a summer sleepaway camp designed specifically for children who come from New York City homeless and domestic violence shelters.
Sleepaway camp offers haven for homeless kids
Back-to-school season is in full swing across the country, which means summer camp season is coming to a close. For many kids, camps are a home away from home, but for some, they are the only home they know. Elaine Quijano reports.
Concerns over D.C. homelessness crackdown
President Trump has given homeless people in Washington, D.C., an ultimatum, sparking concern among human rights advocates: Accept shelter treatment or go to jail. Donald Whitehead, executive director of the National Coalition for the Homeless, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Trump vows to remove homeless encampments
President Trump announced Monday that he is federalizing the local police and deploying National Guard troops to combat crime in Washington, D.C. Mr. Trump specifically addressed homeless encampments, which he said would be removed from parks. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has the latest.
Trump says homeless should leave D.C. "IMMEDIATELY," after floating federal takeover
President Trump is hinting at further federal police action in D.C., teasing a press conference on Monday aimed at "ending the Crime, Murder, and Death."
An RV parking lot and L.A.'s homeless crisis
A place to park in Los Angeles is fast becoming a place to start over for thousands of people now living there in RVs. Danya Bacchus shows how some are finding safety, stability and hope.
In a nation growing hostile toward homelessness, L.A. tries harm reduction
A new care center for homeless people on Los Angeles' infamous Skid Row embraces the principle of harm reduction, a more lenient approach to drug use and addiction.
Growing number of Americans 55 and older are experiencing homelessness
More than 140,000 Americans who are 55 or older are experiencing homelessness on any given day, and that number is estimated to nearly triple by 2030, according to a report.
Doctors care for older patients on the streets
Nearly 140,000 Americans who are 55 or older are experiencing homelessness on any given day, and that number is estimated to nearly triple by 2030, according to a federal report. Elise Preston reports.
Why is homeless population getting so much older?
Homelessness in America has been steadily ticking up since 2019. Last year saw an 18% increase from the year before. Dennis Culhane, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, joins to discuss.
Trump attacks Pelosi on Twitter over impeachment trial
President Trump took to Twitter to attack House Speaker Nancy Pelosi over her decision to delay sending the articles of impeachment to the Senate. Meanwhile, the White House continues to closely monitor North Korea where Kim Jong Un is holding a meeting with his top political leaders. Ben Tracy reports.
Seattle families live "unsheltered" in tents
Some of America's wealthiest cities face a growing homeless crisis. In Seattle, there are housing shortages and rising rents, due in part to the tech boom. An estimated 5,000 people are living "unsheltered." Sunday on "60 Minutes," Anderson Cooper introduces us to a family hoping to avoid another winter unsheltered in Seattle.
San Francisco's aggressive push to get more unhoused people off city streets
In mid-2024, San Francisco began more targeted sweeps of homeless encampments across the city in an effort to address its homeless crisis.
San Francisco cracks down on homeless encampments
Surging homelessness in the U.S. has led to more tent encampment sites popping up across many big cities. Adam Yamaguchi reports on an aggressive push to get more unhoused people off San Francisco's streets.
Miracle on 43rd Street
Steve Kroft visits the Times Square Hotel, a formerly rundown hotel turned residence for New York's homeless, ill and working poor. Known as "supportive housing," it combines low-cost apartments with onsite social workers, substance abuse experts and job counselors.
Giving apartments to the chronically homeless can save taxpayer dollars, advocates say
Giving apartments to the chronically homeless can save taxpayer dollars, advocates say. Anderson Cooper reports on the 100,000 Homes Campaign, an innovative approach to fighting homelessness.
Author highlights the working unhoused of America
Homelessness in America remains at a record high, with more than 770,000 people unhoused in 2024. While the government does not track the number of unhoused who are working, shelter service agencies say that number is growing too. It's a symptom of what's being called "The Affordability Crisis." Author Brian Goldstone discusses his book and the crisis at hand.
Kansas City tries a different tack to address its homeless crisis
Kansas City's homeless prevention coordinator is working to direct churches, aid organizations and shelters to align their resources in an effort to get people a place to stay while supporting their needs.
Inside fight to end homelessness in Kansas City
The number of homeless people in the U.S. is growing. The Department of Housing and Urban Development reports that the number of unhoused Americans rose 18% in 2024 compared to the previous year. Ian Lee reports on the effort to end the chronic problem in Kansas City.
Gov. Gavin Newsom pushes California cities to implement bans against homeless encampments
The state is releasing a model ordinance that cities can use as a basis for their own local anti-encampment ordinances.
Trump vows "we will retaliate" after fatal attack on U.S.-Syrian patrol in Syria
President Trump said in a Truth Social post that it was an "ISIS attack against the U.S." and Syria and that there will be "very serious retaliation."
Trump, Clinton seen in new batch of Epstein photos released by Democrats
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released 19 photos from a trove of images obtained from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein.
How to watch Erika Kirk's town hall with CBS News
The last person to ask Charlie Kirk a question attended the town hall, airing at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
2 killed in Russia; Ukraine's energy infrastructure is targeted
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia had sent over 450 drones and 30 missiles into Ukraine overnight.
Israel's military says it killed top Hamas commander in Gaza
The military said it killed Raed Saad, described as one of the architects of the Oct. 7 attack, after an explosive device detonated and wounded two soldiers.
Peter Greene, character actor known for iconic villains, dies at 60
Peter Greene, best known for his role in "Pulp Fiction," has died at his home in New York City at 60 years old.
Ohio man who spent decades on death row for murder has his case dismissed
The case has been dropped against a man who spent a quarter-century on death row for the robbery and murder of a New Jersey woman at an Ohio hotel nearly three decades ago.
Police find no evidence former prince asked guard to investigate Giuffre
British police say they have found no evidence that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked a bodyguard to investigate Virginia Giuffre.
Lindsey Vonn back on the podium after historic World Cup downhill win
One day after becoming the oldest winner of a World Cup downhill, Vonn, 41, finished second in a race on Saturday in St. Moritz.
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Comedy icon Dick van Dyke celebrates turning 100: "I still try to dance"
The famed star sang and danced his way into America's heart through his illustrious career that has spanned nearly eight decades.
United flight returns to Dulles airport after engine failure during takeoff
United Airlines said no injuries were reported after the plane returned to Dulles International Airport.
Powerball jackpot rises to $1 billion for Saturday's drawing
The $1 billion jackpot is the seventh-largest in the game's history.
Ohio man who spent decades on death row for murder has his case dismissed
The case has been dropped against a man who spent a quarter-century on death row for the robbery and murder of a New Jersey woman at an Ohio hotel nearly three decades ago.
Lindsey Vonn back on the podium after historic World Cup downhill win
One day after becoming the oldest winner of a World Cup downhill, Vonn, 41, finished second in a race on Saturday in St. Moritz.
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Law prof sues Boeing, alleging exposure to toxic fumes on Delta flight
A Temple University law professor alleges in a suit that he breathed in contaminated air on a Boeing craft, leaving him physically impaired.
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
U.S. could owe businesses $168B if Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs
A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.
Trump signs executive order to block "excessive" state AI regulations
President Trump has signed an executive order to block states from regulating artificial intelligence.
Bessent calls for overhaul of regulator that protects U.S. financial system
Treasury Secretary's proposal to revamp the Financial Stability Oversight Council would expose Americans to risk, critics say.
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How to watch Erika Kirk's town hall with CBS News
The last person to ask Charlie Kirk a question attended the town hall, airing at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
U.S. removes Brazilian Supreme Court judge from its sanctions list
The move represents a thawing of sorts in the frosty relationship between the Trump administration and the Brazilian government.
House GOP unveils health care plan, with vote on track for next week
The Republican proposal does not include an extension to the expiring Affordable Care Act premium tax credits.
Venezuela's Machado appears open to U.S. military pressure against Maduro
María Corina Machado, asked by CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Trump's threat of land strikes, said she'd "welcome more and more pressure" on Maduro.
Machado says she'll return to Venezuela "as soon as possible" despite risks
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado spent hours in rough seas during a dangerous secret trip to Oslo to accept the Nobel Peace Prize.
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He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
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Israel's military says it killed top Hamas commander in Gaza
The military said it killed Raed Saad, described as one of the architects of the Oct. 7 attack, after an explosive device detonated and wounded two soldiers.
Trump vows "we will retaliate" after fatal attack on U.S.-Syrian patrol in Syria
President Trump said in a Truth Social post that it was an "ISIS attack against the U.S." and Syria and that there will be "very serious retaliation."
Police find no evidence former prince asked guard to investigate Giuffre
British police say they have found no evidence that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked a bodyguard to investigate Virginia Giuffre.
Lindsey Vonn back on the podium after historic World Cup downhill win
One day after becoming the oldest winner of a World Cup downhill, Vonn, 41, finished second in a race on Saturday in St. Moritz.
Belarus releases Nobel prize laureate in exchange for U.S. sanctions relief
John Coale, the U.S. special envoy for Belarus, said that normalizing relations between Washington and Minsk was "our goal."
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Comedy icon Dick van Dyke celebrates turning 100: "I still try to dance"
The famed star sang and danced his way into America's heart through his illustrious career that has spanned nearly eight decades.
Peter Greene, character actor known for iconic villains, dies at 60
Peter Greene, best known for his role in "Pulp Fiction," has died at his home in New York City at 60 years old.
Producer Abraham Quintanilla, father of Tejano icon Selena, dies at 84
Quintanilla is survived by his son, his daughter Suzette and his wife Marcella, who he wed in 1963.
Sierra Hull performs "Movement"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing the instrumentals for "Movement."
Sierra Hull performs "Stomping Grounds"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing the instrumentals for "Stomping Grounds."
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What's next after Trump's AI rule order?
President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
College grads struggling to launch careers
New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor's upcoming book "How to Start" looks at the difficulties of beginning your career. Kantor joins "The Takeout" to unpack some of the difficulties college students face, artificial intelligence and more.
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.
Trump targets state regulations for AI
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday that aims to prevent states from enforcing their own regulations on artificial intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump signs order to block state AI rules
Stocks dipped lower on Friday as tech and AI companies came under pressure from President Trump. He signed an executive order on Thursday to stop state regulation of artificial intelligence, arguing that a patchwork set of rules could hold the U.S. back from dominating the competition. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Democrats release photos from Epstein estate
House Democrats released more photos from the estate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein that include prominent figures like billionaire Bill Gates and former President Bill Clinton.
California tourist recovering from stabbing at Macy's Herald Square
A mother of three from California is now recovering after being stabbed inside Macy's in Herald Square. It appears to have been an unprovoked attack, police said.
Jury deliberating in Brian Walshe murder trial
Jurors began deliberations Friday in Brian Walshe's murder trial. Walshe is accused of killing his wife Ana, a charge he denies. Legal analyst Jennifer Roman joins to discuss.
New Orleans jail escapee who was on the run for months sentenced to life in prison
Derrick Groves, 28, was sentenced Friday to two life sentences over a 2018 double murder, with the Louisiana judge rebuking him for the disruption caused by his five months on the run.
Epstein estate photos released
House Oversight Committee Democrats released several photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate ahead of a Dec. 19 deadline when more files related to the convicted sex offender's case are expected to emerge. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
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"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
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Sierra Hull performs "Movement"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing the instrumentals for "Movement."
Sierra Hull performs "Stomping Grounds"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing the instrumentals for "Stomping Grounds."
Sierra Hull performs "Lord, That's a Long Way"
Sierra Hull is a singer and mandolin player who has collaborated with stars like Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. The Tennessee native's album, "A Tip Toe High Wire," is nominated for Best Bluegrass Album at next year's Grammy Awards. Here's Sierra Hull performing "Lord, That's a Long Way."
Robby Hoffman on her new comedy special
Actor and comedian Robby Hoffman joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her John Mulaney-directed Netflix special "Wake Up," which premieres Sunday.
How gospel music became a Paris mainstay
American gospel music has become a mainstay in Paris, France, despite the language barrier, and "CBS Saturday Morning" learns why.