"JFK" director Oliver Stone to testify about assassination files
Oliver Stone's 1991 film "JFK" portrayed President John F. Kennedy's assassination as the work of a shadowy government conspiracy.
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Trump targets Smithsonian funding for programs with "improper ideology"
President Trump signed an executive order targeting funding for Smithsonian Institution programs that he says contain "divisive, race-centered ideology."
Trump administration releases new trove of JFK assassination files
One professor said this JFK assassination files release is "certainly the most useful" of any so far "because of the redactions being removed."
Inside the newly released JFK documents
The Trump administration has released thousands of documents related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Many of the documents had previously been made public but were heavily redacted. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Trove of JFK assassination files released
The Trump administration released 80,000 pages of records to the public on Tuesday relating to the assassination of JFK. The trove of mostly unredacted files still show Lee Harvey Oswald was the sole assassin in Kennedy's murder.
JFK assassination files to be released today, Trump says
Trump said about 80,000 pages of documents related to JFK's assassination will be released Tuesday.
Secret Service agent who jumped into limo after JFK was shot has died
"I'll live with that to my grave," a weeping Clint Hill told Mike Wallace on "60 Minutes" in 1975.
Book excerpt: "A Different Russia" by Marvin Kalb
The veteran CBS and NBC journalist writes about covering the 1963 Cold War summit between President John F. Kennedy and Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev.
Trump signs executive order to release more JFK, RFK, MLK assassination files
President Trump said he'll declassify any remaining files from John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassinations.
Trump says he'll release more JFK assassination files
President Trump signed an executive order to declassify any remaining files from John F. Kennedy's assassination. JFK was shot by Lee Harvey Oswald in Dallas in 1963.
White House Thanksgiving through the years
There is a major debate about who was the first president to start the turkey pardon tradition. Nevertheless, the tradition stuck and has become a beloved event at the White House. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane goes through some history and iconic Thanksgiving moments at the White House.
JFK's Secret Service agent reflects on president's assassination
On "60 Minutes: A Second Look," a new podcast, former Secret Service agent Clint Hill remembers his emotional interview with Mike Wallace in 1975 about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
The Great Debate: First televised presidential debate held at CBS Chicago 64 years ago
On Sept. 26, 1960, Vice President Richard M. Nixon and U.S. Sen. John F. Kennedy met for the first ever televised presidential debate.
JFK assassination video shows motorcade rushing president to hospital
"This is remarkable, in color, and you can feel the 80 mph," said the executive vice president of the auction house.
New footage emerges of JFK assassination
New film footage has surfaced of President John F. Kennedy's motorcade rushing to a Dallas hospital moments after he was shot in 1963. It shows Secret Service agent Clint Hill standing over Kennedy, who cannot be seen, as well as first lady Jacqueline Kennedy in the speeding limo. The images have been in the possession of the family of the late Texas businessman who filmed it.
Grandsons of Carter, JFK speak at DNC
Jason Carter, the grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, and Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of former President John F. Kennedy, kicked off the second night of the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday. Carter said his grandfather, who is about to turn 100, wished he could be at the convention. Schlossberg said Harris is a leader who shares his grandfather's "energy, vision and optimism for our future."
Biden details Supreme Court reforms
President Biden spoke Monday at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library honoring the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. The president slammed recent Supreme Court rulings and unveiled his new reform proposal. This included calling for term limits for the high court.
John F. Kennedy Jr. died in a plane crash 25 years ago today
John F. Kennedy Jr., the only son of President John F. Kennedy, died in a plane crash off the coast of Massachusetts 25 years ago.
Why the Kennedys endorsed Biden over RFK Jr.
More than a dozen members of independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s family endorsed President Biden in Philadelphia on Thursday. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Kennedy family members to endorse Biden
Several Kennedy family members will endorse President Biden's reelection bid Thursday in Philadelphia. Some members of the renowned family have already opposed Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent campaign for president. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Kennedy family members endorse Biden
Members of the Kennedy family have endorsed President Biden's reelection campaign even though Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is still running as a third-party candidate for president in 2024. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
New doc features interviews with JFK's doctors
Emergency room doctors at Parkland Memorial Hospital who treated President John F. Kennedy on the day he was assassinated 60 years ago discuss what they witnessed, in the new Paramount Plus documentary, "JFK: What the Doctors Saw."
How JFK's assassination changed the nation
The assassination of John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the U.S., occurred 60 years ago Wednesday. Douglas Brinkley, a history professor and humanities chair at Rice University, joins CBS News to discuss how Kennedy's assassination moved the nation.
JFK's assassination as covered by CBS News
The images of John F. Kennedy's assassination on November 22, 1963, remain haunting, blurred into our national consciousness. Here's a look back at the CBS News Bulletin announcing Kennedy's death following a shooting at his motorcade in downtown Dallas, the arrest and assassination of his accused killer, Lee Harvey Oswald, and the nation coming together to lay JFK to rest.
JFK's assassination: The darkest day for Dallas
As we continue to remember the anniversary of the assassination, our Steve Pickett reports on the moniker "city of hate" attached to Dallas for decades.
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Iran war rages, Strait of Hormuz still blocked as Trump pushes for a deal
The Trump administration expects Iran's formal response to its 15-point peace proposal today, as Tehran continues blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
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DHS funding live updates as Johnson says House to vote on its plan, not Senate's
The pressure now shifts to the House to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown that has severely disrupted air travel in some major airports. Follow live updates.
Tiger Woods involved in rollover crash in Florida, reports say
In 2021, Woods was seriously injured in a rollover crash in Rolling Hills Estates, a Los Angeles suburb.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email breached by hackers linked to Iran
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
Ethics panel finds most violations proven against Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick
The full committee will recommend sanctions for Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, after the House's April recess.
Colombian mayor says body found in search for missing U.S. flight attendant
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, 32, a U.S. citizen and North Texas resident, went missing Saturday evening after a night out with a fellow flight attendant.
Iran's response to U.S. peace proposal expected Friday, sources say
The Iranian response to the U.S.' 15-point peace proposal is expected on Friday, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shoots himself at airport
Police said a Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shot himself at Philadelphia International Airport.
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Tiger Woods involved in rollover crash in Florida, reports say
In 2021, Woods was seriously injured in a rollover crash in Rolling Hills Estates, a Los Angeles suburb.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Colombian mayor says body found in search for missing U.S. flight attendant
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, 32, a U.S. citizen and North Texas resident, went missing Saturday evening after a night out with a fellow flight attendant.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
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How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz blocked, and threatens another key waterway
Iran has a stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and as pressure mounts, it's threatened to target another vital Middle East shipping lane, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
Dow Jones index enters correction territory after five weeks of losses
Stocks suffered a fifth straight weekly loss as oil prices climbed and mixed signals on Iran raised fears about inflation and growth.
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Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
Iran's response to U.S. peace proposal expected Friday, sources say
The Iranian response to the U.S.' 15-point peace proposal is expected on Friday, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email breached by hackers linked to Iran
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
Ethics panel finds most violations proven against Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick
The full committee will recommend sanctions for Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, after the House's April recess.
Epstein survivors sue government, Google over release of personal info
The Justice Department has made public millions of pages from its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
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.
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U.S. appears to drop anti-tank mines in Iranian village, analysts say
Iranian state media reported that "explosive packages" slightly larger than tuna cans had been dropped by aircraft over the area. U.S. Central Command declined to comment.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
Colombian mayor says body found in search for missing U.S. flight attendant
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, 32, a U.S. citizen and North Texas resident, went missing Saturday evening after a night out with a fellow flight attendant.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz blocked, and threatens another key waterway
Iran has a stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and as pressure mounts, it's threatened to target another vital Middle East shipping lane, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
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Billy Idol on his career highs and lows
Rockstar Billy Idol spoke to Anthony Mason about how he broke into music, why he says he's lucky to be alive and what it's like to be a grandparent.
How "Love Story" has captivated audiences
The finale of the FX series "Love Story" aired Thursday and has captivated audiences as it follows the romance between John F. Kennedy. Jr. and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy. The limited series focuses on well-documented moments in the couple's lives, but fills in the rest with fiction. It has also received some backlash. Adriana Diaz reports.
Savannah Guthrie on mom's disappearance
Savannah Guthrie is speaking out about her mom's disappearance as she prepares to return to the "Today" show. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Netflix raises its subscription prices for the second time in 2 years
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie is returning to "Today" show on April 6, NBC says
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
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Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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.
What jobs are most at risk from AI
New research from the Society of Human Resource Management shows which regions and jobs are most at risk from artificial intelligence. Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of SHRM, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
Why this week's social media verdicts could hold tech giants to account
Experts say the rulings could expose tech companies to more litigation and pressure them to make changes to their apps.
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Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
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Loyola student murder suspect attends hearing
The man suspected in the murder of Loyola University freshman Sheridan Gorman had his detention hearing on Friday. CBS News reporter Ash-har Quraishi has the details.
Judge hears arguments in Fulton County case
A federal judge is hearing arguments on the Fulton County case involving alleged voting irregularities during the 2020 election. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
Judge denies Maduro's move to dismiss charges
A federal judge ruled against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's request to have charges against him dismissed. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shoots himself at PHL
Police said a Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shot and injured himself at Philadelphia International Airport.
Suspect in "Lovers' Lane" cold case murders arrested 36 years later
On Aug. 23, 1990, Cheryl Henry, 22, and her boyfriend Andy Atkinson, 21, were found dead in what has been called the "Lover's Lane Murders."
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In a first, scientists observe a comet reversing its spin
The comet originated in the outer solar system and visits the inner solar system every 5.4 years.
Fireball captured on video as meteor streaks across Pacific Northwest sky
As the number of people with cameras on their dashboards and doorbells has grown, so have reports of such sightings.
NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
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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Inside the Tower | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Close calls between planes and helicopters have continued a year after the deadly midair collision near Washington Reagan National Airport. 60 Minutes investigates. Sunday.
Loyola student murder suspect attends hearing
The man suspected in the murder of Loyola University freshman Sheridan Gorman had his detention hearing on Friday. CBS News reporter Ash-har Quraishi has the details.
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Endgame? Seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile
How hard would it be to remove or destroy Iran's nuclear stockpile? President Trump has said eliminating the country's nuclear weapons capability is a key objective of his military campaign against Iran, but U.S. military experts say it would be one of the riskiest special operations missions ever attempted.
House GOP rejects Senate bill to fund DHS
Speaker Mike Johnson said on Friday that House Republicans would move to fund the Department of Homeland Security through a 60-day bill that would keep spending at current levels, rejecting a Senate-approved deal that funds much of DHS, except for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and parts of Customs and Border Protection.
Details on if Iran may response to proposal
Sources tell CBS News that Iran could respond by Friday to the U.S. peace proposal submitted through mediators. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.