Anonymous donor gives Japanese city pile of gold to fund pipe repairs
The mayor of Osaka says a mystery donor's gift of 46 pounds of gold, to help bring the city's water pipes up to scratch, left him "speechless."
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Garrett, Vigliotti talk about climate change
CBS correspondent and author Jonathan Vigliotti joins The Takeout to discuss his new book "Before It's Gone," about how climate change is impacting small towns due to their lack of infrastructure and financial resources. He focuses on how communities rebuild after climate-related disasters and what lessons can be learned from their resilience.
These 28 major U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
34 million people live in one of these major U.S. cities that's sinking, new research shows. See if your area is on the list — and how quickly the land is moving.
Eye on America: A city's safer roads and more
We visit an Indiana city using roundabouts to make roads safer while helping the environment. And we head to New Orleans, where they're preserving the work of a legendary street artist years after Hurricane Katrina. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
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Justice Department may invoke state secrets privilege, says judge can't encroach on executive branch power; NTSB issues urgent safety recommendation to assess 68 bridges on vulnerability to collapse.
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See which U.S. rivers are considered the most endangered
The list of 10 most endangered rivers of 2025, according to the nonprofit American Rivers, includes the Mississippi River and the lower Rio Grande.
"Rivers are places where souls heal." Mismanaged, they can be devastating.
"Rivers are places where people's souls heal," says Heather Taylor-Miesle, senior vice president of conservation at non-profit American Rivers. But many of those rivers in the U.S. are in danger. Pollution, flooding and mismanagement are rampant across U.S. waterways, and this year, 10 rivers have been listed among American Rivers' most endangered. But Taylor-Miesle says that while those threats persist, so does hope — as long as communities take action.
Jennifer Granholm on "The Takeout"
U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm joins Major for a conversation about President Biden's infrastructure proposals, climate change, the push for electric vehicles, and the future of nuclear energy, on this week's episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
China fumes at U.S. as Panama pulls out of key agreement with Beijing
Panama's decision to leave a key investment deal with China has drawn accusations from Beijing of "pressure and coercion" by the Trump administration.
Residents must pay to replace private bridges destroyed by Hurricane Helene
In North Carolina, Hurricane Helene damaged more than 7,000 private bridges, roads and culverts. They're a critical part of the infrastructure, but the state isn't paying for repairs.
Neighbors must pay for bridge destroyed by Helene
Hurricane Helene damaged more than 7,000 private bridges, roads, and culverts in North Carolina. They're a critical part of the infrastructure, but right now the state isn't providing money for repairs. Dave Malkoff reports.
Highlights from Trump's news conference
On President Trump's first full day in office, he announced a major investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Trump announces AI infrastructure project
President Trump announced a $500 billion investment into artificial intelligence infrastructure on his first full day in office. His announcement was made alongside the heads of three leading artificial intelligence companies committing billions to a joint venture called "Stargate."
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
Russia hits Ukraine's energy infrastructure
At least three people are dead after Russia launched several attacks across Ukraine Monday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says more than 100 missiles and 100 drones were used. Russia's defense ministry says it was targeting Ukraine's critical energy infrastructure. BBC News video journalist Abdujalil Abdurasulov joined CBS News with more.
How Pennsylvania voters view 2024 race
The 2024 election will likely come down to how seven battleground states vote, including President Biden's home state of Pennsylvania. According to AdImpact, so far more than $21 million has been spent on campaign ads in the Keystone State — more than any other battleground. CBS News Pittsburgh's Jon Delano looks at the race in the key state and the issues that matter most to voters there.
Buttigieg on investment in union steelworkers
As Election Day draws closer, the Biden administration is touting progress made under the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law. This week, the Department of Transportation released a video promoting the "Build America, Buy America Act" enacted under the law, which requires all federally funded infrastructure projects to be built with American-made materials. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg joins "America Decides" to discuss.
U.S. schools in disrepair desperate for infrastructure money
Congress passed over $1 trillion for infrastructure in 2021, but many aging schools are still waiting for funding.
Schools needing repairs not seeing federal dollars
Despite the passage of a massive bipartisan infrastructure package in 2022, some U.S. schools that are over a half-century old have not received the federal money they desperately need to make necessary repairs. Mark Strassmann examines why that is the case.
Atlantic hurricane season starts today
Atlantic hurricane season starts today. Experts predict a busy season, with NOAA's forecast anticipating 25 storms, with up to seven becoming major hurricanes. Here's how architecture is changing to respond to these dangers.
Where things stand between U.S. and Israel
Over the weekend, the U.S. leveled some of its strongest criticism yet of Israel's actions in Gaza, with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken telling "Face the Nation," "In certain instances, Israel acted in ways that are not consistent with international humanitarian law." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on the diplomatic relationship between the two countries.
What's fueling Mexico City's water crisis?
Mexico City, one of the world's most populated cities with nearly 22 million people, could run out of water in months. Florencia Gonzalez Guerra, an investigative video journalist, joins CBS News to examine the causes behind the crisis.
Biden grants for climate change impact
The Biden administration awarded $830 million Thursday to fund projects that will address the impact of climate change on America's aging infrastructure. Ali Zaidi, an assistant to the president and national climate adviser, joins CBS News with more on the funding.
New York City mayor on earthquake response
New York City Mayor Eric Adams updated reporters and outlined how officials are assessing for any injuries, loss of life or potential damage to infrastructure after an earthquake rattled the city and its surrounding areas Friday. CBS News' Errol Barnett has the latest from Brooklyn, New York.
Biden to visit bridge collapse site
President Biden is visiting the site of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse near Baltimore, Maryland, on Friday to assess damage and meet with family members of the victims. CBS News' Bo Erickson reports.
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Over 100 wounded in strikes on Israel; Trump threatens to "obliterate" Iran's power plants
President Trump on Saturday night threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants, starting with its largest one, if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened within 48 hours.
Robert Mueller, former FBI director and special counsel, dies at 81
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Trump threatens to use ICE for airport security amid worsening delays
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
Iranian strikes on towns near Israel's main nuclear research center injure over 100
Iran struck two communities near Israel's main nuclear research center late Saturday, leaving at least 90 people wounded in the southern part of the country.
Cuba suffers second nationwide power outage in less than a week
Humanitarian organizations began delivering aid to Cuba by air Friday, including solar panels, food and medicine.
Senate blocks voting bill's amendment on trans athletes during weekend session
Democrats are expected to eventually block the broader legislation.
More than 230 rescued amid severe floods in Hawaii; more rain expected
Raging waters lifted homes and cars and prompted evacuation orders for 5,500 people north of Honolulu, though they were later lifted.
BTS kicks off global tour with South Korea concert
Local reports estimate that roughly 40,000 people gathered across central Seoul to watch K-pop band BTS reunite.
Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
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Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Couple on unusual activity at neighbor's home: "I think they finally killed him"
When Gary Herbst, described by his Minnesota neighbors as confrontational, disappeared on July 8, 2013, it appeared he walked out on his wife and teenage son. Years later, a startling discovery would confirm what neighbors thought they might have witnessed.
Senate blocks voting bill's amendment on trans athletes during weekend session
Democrats are expected to eventually block the broader legislation.
Robert Mueller, former FBI director and special counsel, dies at 81
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
The West's historic snow drought could bring water shortages, wildfires
The western United States experienced a severe snow drought this year, threatening the region's water supply and potentially setting the stage for its wildfire season.
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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
CBS News Radio to shut down after nearly a century of broadcasting
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Getting ready to fly? Here are 3 ways to track TSA wait times.
Security lines are stretching up to 2 hours at some airports amid TSA staffing shortages. Here's how to check wait times before you leave.
Are the Trump administration's efforts to lower oil and gas prices working?
With gas closing in on $4 a gallon, the Trump administration is pulling multiple levers to tame energy prices. The results have been mixed.
Nearly 90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled across the U.S.
A pharmaceutical company issued the recall after receiving complaints of "gel-like mass and black particles" in the product, the FDA said.
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Senate blocks voting bill's amendment on trans athletes during weekend session
Democrats are expected to eventually block the broader legislation.
Robert Mueller, former FBI director and special counsel, dies at 81
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
Trump threatens to use ICE for airport security amid worsening delays
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
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Trump is strategizing means to seize Iran's nuclear stockpiles, sources say
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
Colombian President Petro caught up in narcotics trafficking probes, sources say
The separate narco-trafficking investigations, based out of New York's Southern and Eastern districts, didn't set out to target Petro, but his name has come up during the course of the probes, one source said.
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More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
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Iranian strikes on towns near Israel's main nuclear research center injure over 100
Iran struck two communities near Israel's main nuclear research center late Saturday, leaving at least 90 people wounded in the southern part of the country.
Cuba suffers second nationwide power outage in less than a week
Humanitarian organizations began delivering aid to Cuba by air Friday, including solar panels, food and medicine.
2 skiers killed, 5 hurt in northern Italy avalanche
A total of 25 skiers were on the mountainside where the avalanche occurred, but most had escaped.
BTS kicks off global tour with South Korea concert
Local reports estimate that roughly 40,000 people gathered across central Seoul to watch K-pop band BTS reunite.
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Trump is strategizing means to seize Iran's nuclear stockpiles, sources say
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
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Sneak preview of Propstore's latest auction
"CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek of Propstore's offerings for next week's live auction of more than 1,000 items from some of Hollywood's most iconic films.
Breaking down how Spotify pays musicians
Streaming platforms changed the way people purchase and listen to music, but they've also changed how artists get paid for their work. "CBS Saturday Morning" visits the Spotify offices to learn about how some artists are earning big bucks on the platform, and how some are still struggling.
BTS kicks off global tour with South Korea concert
Local reports estimate that roughly 40,000 people gathered across central Seoul to watch K-pop band BTS reunite.
Buffalo Traffic Jam performs "Hanging On Hope"
Best friends Frankie Cassidy and Nathan Ross formed Buffalo Traffic Jam as students at Montana State University. Dorm room jam sessions progressed into a sold-out worldwide tour as the duo garnered acclaim for their stripped-down sound and heartfelt lyrics. Here is Buffalo Traffic Jam performing "Hanging On Hope."
Buffalo Traffic Jam performs "Forgot Your Roots"
Best friends Frankie Cassidy and Nathan Ross formed Buffalo Traffic Jam as students at Montana State University. Dorm room jam sessions progressed into a sold-out worldwide tour as the duo garnered acclaim for their stripped-down sound and heartfelt lyrics. Here is Buffalo Traffic Jam performing "Forgot Your Roots."
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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
White House unveils AI framework for Congress
The White House unveiled a national framework for how it wants Congress to address concerns about artificial intelligence. Technology journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss the outline and AI concerns.
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 version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Val Kilmer was originally set to star in "As Deep as the Grave" before he died last year, never shooting a scene of the movie. But Kilmer will still star in the film thanks to generative AI, which is artificial intelligence that can generate new content by analyzing existing content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Risks of excessive screen time for adults
More than 80% of adults say they go online at least several times per day and research indicates that even adults' fully-formed brains can suffer negative consequences from excessive screen time. Dr. Sue Varma breaks down risks, tips to reduce your screen time and why adults are spending more time on screens.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
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Couple on unusual activity at neighbor's home: "I think they finally killed him"
When Gary Herbst, described by his Minnesota neighbors as confrontational, disappeared on July 8, 2013, it appeared he walked out on his wife and teenage son. Years later, a startling discovery would confirm what neighbors thought they might have witnessed.
Wife of Joseph Duggar charged with child endangerment after his arrest
Kendra Duggar was charged with multiple misdemeanors a day after husband Joseph Duggar's arrest.
5 more defendants plead guilty in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme
Five people who were charged in connection to the Feeding Our Future scheme pleaded guilty to wire fraud this week.
See police bodycam video of Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest on Long Island
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Justice Department subpoenas James Comey
Federal prosecutors in Miami subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey as part of a probe into Obama-era intelligence officials, two sources familiar with the investigation tell CBS News. Jake Rosen reports.
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Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 blastoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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What the Neighbors Saw
Late at night a couple watches as a rolled-up carpet is carted out of a nearby home. Soon after they learn the combative neighbor who lived there is missing. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Hawaii flooding: Video from the ground and air
Heavy rains have hit Hawaii, causing major flooding on its most populous island, Oahu, and forcing thousands to evacuate.
The Dish: Danny's
Dan Abrams' newest venture Danny's offers patrons a quintessential New York City dining experience. The menu by executive chef Ed Tinoco spotlights fun twists on American classics.
Sneak preview of Propstore's latest auction
"CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek of Propstore's offerings for next week's live auction of more than 1,000 items from some of Hollywood's most iconic films.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.