Legal battles mount against Illinois assault weapons ban
In addition to banning the sale of assault weapons, the legislation caps sales of high-capacity ammunition magazines, and "switches," extra pieces that convert handguns into assault weapons.
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Family files wrongful death lawsuit against Illinois paramedics
Peter Cadigan and Peggy Finley are charged with first-degree murder in the death of Earl Moore Jr.
Two Illinois paramedics charged with murder
First-degree murder charges have been filed against two Illinois paramedics. An autopsy says a man they treated died from "asphyxia due to prone facedown restraint" on the paramedics' stretcher. The family of the victim sat down with CBS Chicago’s Charlie De Mar for their first TV interview.
Planned Parenthood fire investigated as arson
Police in Peoria, Illinois, are searching for an arsonist who torched a Planned Parenthood clinic days after the state enacted new abortion rights laws. Police said the suspect tossed a fire accelerant through a window, but no one was inside the building during the attack.
Illinois woman's remains found over 5 years after she disappeared
Authorities say they confirmed Cheyann Klus's identity through dental records last week.
Massive fire erupts at Illinois chemical plant
A massive fire has been put out at a chemical plant in La Salle, Illinois. The fire burned for more than five hours. No one was hurt, but police said the fire released a green chemical, and warned people not to touch it.
Massive fire at Illinois chemical plant contained, no injuries reported
Police said that a green-colored oxidizer had been released in the area and warned residents not to touch the substance.
Illinois governor signs ban on assault weapons, high-capacity magazines
The bill had been debated for years, but found renewed support following the July 4 Highland Park parade massacre last year, which left seven people dead and dozens more wounded.
Illinois House approves assault weapons ban, bill heads to state Senate
It comes in the wake of the July 4 Highland Park parade shooting which left seven people dead and dozens more wounded.
Winter storm slams U.S. coast to coast
A "once in a generation" winter storm is impacting nearly every state and causing major travel disruptions this holiday weekend. CBS News' Elise Preston reports from Chicago.
IRS conducted Biden audits, House passes requirement for IRS audit of president
For tax year 2021, the Bidens owed an additional $13. It could have been waived, the White House said, "but they chose to pay."
Bond set at $50,000 for father of July 4 parade shooting suspect
Prosecutors said Robert Crimo Jr. sponsored his son's application for a gun license back in 2019.
Holiday display helps raise money for charity
The "Tinley Park Christmas House" in Illinois features a massive decoration display with 200,000 lights. Homeowner Dominic Kowalczyk has also found a way to use the spectacle to raise money for the homeless.
Senator calls on FAA to redo seat size test
Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth is introducing legislation Thursday calling on the FAA to redo its seat size testing results. Duckworth, who lost both legs while serving in Iraq, says she questions whether she could evacuate a plane in under 90 seconds, even in normal conditions. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Chance the Rapper on new music, museum event
Three-time Grammy Award winner Chance The Rapper, born Chancelor Bennett, joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss his organization "SocialWorks’" 4th annual "Night at the Museum" in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois. He also discusses his new album "Star Line Gallery" and fatherhood.
Preschool at retirement complex promotes intergenerational learning
Seniors helping teach preschool is the norm at a school in Oak Park, Illinois.
Biden makes final pitch to save incumbent Democrats
President Biden's travel itinerary for his last big campaign swing reveals his party's defensive stance.
Mobile abortion clinic to open in Illinois
Planned Parenthood in Illinois will soon begin offering abortion services in a mobile RV along the Missouri border. Advocates say it will provide opportunities for needed health care for women unable to access abortion services. But critics say the office is soliciting women who will be unable to get follow-up care. Adriana Diaz reports.
Inflation, rising gas prices mean fans eat, drink less at games
The issues have forced concession companies to get creative in an effort to address the rising costs.
3 killed, 2 wounded in shooting during illegal street race in Chicago
Chicago police said gunfire broke out as about 100 street racers took over an intersection in a caravan of vehicles.
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COVID cases rising in areas with low vaccination rates as Delta variant spreads; teen entrepreneur inspires new Illinois law
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Delta variant fuels spike in U.S. infections; Illinois town celebrates return of Superman festival
Similarities among suspects in recent mass shootings
New information is being uncovered about the suspected gunman in the Fourth of July parade shooting in Highland Park, Illinois. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge breaks down the latest on the investigation.
5/1: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," we'll have the latest on Ukraine with Samantha Power, the head of the U.S. Agency for International Development, and Virginia Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine. Then we'll hear from Illinois Rep. Adam Kinzinger; Dr. Paul Burton, the chief medical officer at Moderna; and Dr. Deborah Birx, the COVID-19 response coordinator during the Trump administration.
Planned Parenthood announces plans for mobile abortion clinic in Illinois
The 37-foot RV will stay in Illinois but travel close to the borders of adjoining states that have banned abortions.
Trump puts Jay Clayton's nomination for intel chief on hold
The president says he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
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Israel's war with Hezbollah looms over planned U.S.-Iran deal signing
With the specifics of the U.S.-Iran deal still unclear, Israel continues strikes in Lebanon and shippers face mixed messages on the Strait of Hormuz.
Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
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Veteran fights to prevent wife's deportation: "I'm begging my own country"
Retired staff sergeant Wilmer Trujillo, who served roughly 20 years in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard, is asking ICE to release his wife of six years.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
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Veteran fights to prevent wife's deportation: "I'm begging my own country"
Retired staff sergeant Wilmer Trujillo, who served roughly 20 years in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard, is asking ICE to release his wife of six years.
Robert White wins Democratic primary for D.C. delegate to Congress
Robert White's win in the heavily Democratic city sets him up to take the top spot in November's general elections, when he could replace 18-term delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton.
Trump puts Jay Clayton's nomination for intel chief on hold
President Trump delayed Jay Clayton's nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community, saying he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Dead or stranded: Commercial sailors suffer in the Strait of Hormuz
India alone has more than 18,000 sailors stuck across the Persian Gulf region. Some tell CBS News it feels like they're "in jail."
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
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Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Police: Wilmington shooting suspect at large
Police in Delaware are still searching for a suspect who shot two people at Wilmington Hospital on Tuesday, officials said at a news conference. At least one person is dead and another injured.
FBI foils alleged murder plot at UFC fight
Federal prosecutors charged at least five people in connection with an alleged plot to kill the president and countless others at Sunday's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn. Ed O'Keefe reports.
5 charged in foiled White House UFC plot
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting the White House UFC event, officials announced Tuesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Veteran's wife detained by ICE: "Living hell"
Retired Staff Sgt. Wilmer Trujillo, an American citizen who served in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard for almost 20 years, is desperately urging ICE to release his wife, who has no criminal record. The Department of Homeland Security cited a 20-year-old deportation order in her arrest as she faces deportation to Honduras. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Expectations of Fed interest rate decision
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday will hand down its first interest rate decision under its new chairman, Kevin Warsh. It comes as inflation continues to rise. Kelly O'Grady explains how the outcome could impact you.
Extreme weather in South, Gulf Coast
Heavy rain on Tuesday hammered parts of Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi, creating dangerous conditions and leaving drivers stranded. Jason Allen reports.
Small plane crashes on busy Texas highway
A small plane crashed on a busy highway in Texas on Tuesday and caught on fire. People jumped into action to help those on board escape. One person was killed, police say. Lilia Luciano reports.
Sneak peek: "Dead Girls Don't Talk"
A man charged with murder for poisoning two women tells a friend, "dead girls don't talk." Brave survivors speak out on their behalf. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports Saturday, June 20 at 10/9c* on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. (*Following the WNBA on CBS)