More JFK files released by National Archives
The National Archives on Friday released hundreds more records related to the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy
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FBI says all JFK assassination files cleared for release
But long-secret documents will still have redactions, to protect people "whose lives may be at risk"
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The 3 most interesting new JFK assassination records
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Newspaper got tip minutes before JFK assassination, files reveal
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How you can view the JFK assassination documents
The National Archives is releasing a batch of the JFK files online
JFK files: Hoover said FBI must "convince the public" Oswald acted alone
Newly released files also show lawyers appeared to be probing for info on what foreign leaders might have been CIA assassination targets
JFK assassination documents released – live blog
A long-secret tranche of government documents pertaining to the JFK assassination is being released
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The government is required by Thursday to release the final batch of files related to Kennedy's assassination
Trump to allow release of thousands of JFK assassination docs
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President John F. Kennedy's Inaugural Address
On January 20, 1961, President John F. Kennedy was sworn into office and delivered one of the most famous inaugural addresses in U.S. history.
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John F. Kennedy's beloved sailboat back on display
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John F. Kennedy: Our first television president
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John F. Kennedy's inaugural address
The 35th president was sworn into office on January 20, 1961 - here's the speech he gave
Happy 100th birthday, John F. Kennedy
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Journalist Thomas Oliphant, co-author of a new history of John F. Kennedy's rise, "The Road to Camelot: Inside JFK's Five-Year Campaign," talks about the history still waiting to be uncovered from presidential archives.
JFK at 100: Secrets of Camelot, hiding in plain sight
Journalist Thomas Oliphant on the stories still being uncovered from archives about the campaign and presidency of John F. Kennedy
Miss the second half of the show? Jackie Kennedy's Secret Service agent Clint Hill recalls JFK's assassination. Plus, a panel of experts
Miss the second half of the show? The latest on the deal over Iran's nuclear program, Jackie Kennedy's Secret Service agent Clint Hill recalls JFK's assassination and a panel of experts.
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Miss the second half of the show? A new look at the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy.
Miss the second half of the show? A new look at the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy.
John F. Kennedy inaugural address: Jan. 20, 1961
John F. Kennedy inaugural address: Jan. 20, 1961
JFK assasination: Oswald arrest items auctioned
A .38-caliber Colt Police Positive double-action revolver is being toutedas the gun used by a late Dallas cop in Oswald’s arrest
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
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Accused killers of American and Australian surfers go on trial in Mexico
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Amazon cargo plane crash victims were in vehicles that were hit, NTSB says
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Drought, rising costs and beef import pressures squeeze Wyoming ranchers
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Canada's retaliatory tariffs on $20B in U.S. goods take effect
Canada's steep retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. goods took effect just after midnight ET on Tuesday, extending the trade war between the two countries.
Drought, rising costs and beef import pressures squeeze Wyoming ranchers
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What's open and closed on Labor Day 2026? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
Gas prices at record high for any Labor Day, as diesel hits all-time record
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Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think.
Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
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Canada's retaliatory tariffs on $20B in U.S. goods take effect
Canada's steep retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. goods took effect just after midnight ET on Tuesday, extending the trade war between the two countries.
Kushner attributes the lack of progress on Gaza to upcoming Israeli elections
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Far-right AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of majority
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Armed man arrested for allegedly charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
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Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
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Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
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Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
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Russian strikes on Kyiv resume as soon as Witkoff, Kushner peace talks end
Russian strikes pummeled Ukraine's capital as soon as a three-day pause for peace talks with President Trump's envoys ended.
Small plane goes missing off Bahamas carrying 4 members of Florida family
A small plane carrying four family members flying back home to Florida went missing off the Bahamas, the U.S. Coast Guard and authorities in the Bahamas said.
Accused killers of American and Australian surfers go on trial in Mexico
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Pope Leo unveils new fresco at sanctuary where he prayed after his election
Pope Leo XIV unveiled the portrait before celebrating Mass with his fellow Augustinian brothers at the Sanctuary of Our Mother of Good Counsel in the medieval village of Genazzano, south of Rome.
Kushner attributes the lack of progress on Gaza to upcoming Israeli elections
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King Charles: Harry, Meghan won't work as royals
Prince Harry and Megan Markle have returned to the U.K., but not to any official royal duties. But just in case there is any hint of confusion, King Charles released a letter of clarification on Monday. CBS News' Holly Williams has details.
Fall television season set to begin
Labor Day weekend not only marks the traditional end of summer, but the start of the fall television season. The Hollywood Reporter senior editor Alex Weprin joins CBS News to discuss.
Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on NYC following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and producer Jane Rosenthal founded the Tribeca Film Festival as a way to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes and help revitalize a shattered city.
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As the dust settled on New York City following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and his longtime business partner, producer Jane Rosenthal, looked for ways to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes. The Tribeca Film Festival, which debuted in 2002, has not only successfully launched a new generation of filmmakers; it has also helped revitalize the city in what De Niro called "an act of defiance." Tracy Smith talks with De Niro and Rosenthal about their festival's mission: to use art as an antidote to what they see as traumatic times facing America.
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
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NASA plans to launch new space telescope
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
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Mom convicted after letting son walk alone
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Secret Elizabeth Holmes documentary makes debut
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, already serving an 11-year sentence for defrauding investors, is now also the star of a new documentary co-created by an absurdist comedian. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the story.