Highest paid TV actresses
Check out which small-screen stars made Forbes magazine's list of the highest paid TV actress.
Kaley Cuoco
Cuoco joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her career and share a preview of the show's ninth season finale airing Thursday on CBS
Kaley Cuoco is famous for playing Penny on TV's top comedy, "The Big Bang Theory." Cuoco joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her career and share a preview of the show's ninth season finale airing Thursday on CBS.
Big Bang Theory's Kaley Cuoco received a Walk of Fame Star on Hollywood Blvd
Co-stars Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Simon Helberg and Kunal Nayyar, as well as the show’s co-creator Chuck Lorre were all on hand to help her celebrate.
Then, Kaley and Michio snap photos with CBS This Morning co-host Gayle King
In this week's edition of "Sounds of the Toyota Green Room," "The Big Bang Theory" actress Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting meets real astrophysicist Michio Kaku, and they discuss the scientific accuracy of the hit show. Then, Kaley and Michio snap photos with CBS This Morning co-host Gayle King.
Cuoco & Galecki on "Big Bang Theory" finale
After 279 episodes, “The Big Bang Theory” is coming to an end. The hit CBS show is now the longest running multi-camera comedy in TV history. It has provided nearly 12 years of laughs with some of the television’s most endearing and unique characters. Stars of the show, Kaley Cuoco and Johnny Galecki, join "CBS This Morning" to discuss the series finale.
"Friends" is leaving Netflix in 2020
No one told us life was gonna be this way
"The Big Bang Theory" says goodbye after 12 years
The hit show will end after 12 years on CBS
Kaley Cuoco and Johnny Galecki on "bittersweet" end of "Big Bang Theory"
"It's one of the sweetest finales I think I've ever seen," Cuoco says of the finale
How to watch "The Big Bang Theory" finale and special farewell
It will be a big night on CBS this Thursday
Kaley Cuoco spent Thanksgiving rescuing a baby seal
She and her husband, Karl Cook, found an injured pup by his family's beach house
"Big Bang Theory" cast reacts to news of show ending
Cast members of the hit show, which has aired on CBS since 2007, shared their thoughts on the announcement
Mayim Bialik on "Big Bang Theory" ending
Mayim Bialik says in a new blog post that she's feeling emotional after hearing the news that "The Big Bang Theory" is coming to a close
Next season of "Big Bang Theory" will be its last
Hit comedy "Big Bang Theory" is signing off after Season 12
"Big Bang Theory" star congratulates "fake wife" on her wedding day
"Big Bang Theory" star Johnny Galecki congratulated his on-screen wife, Kaley Cuoco, on her real-life wedding day
"Big Bang Theory" star Kaley Cuoco, Karl Cook tie the knot
Cuoco wed her equestrian fiance Saturday and shared images on her Instagram account, including a black-and-white photo of the two
Celebrities share holiday photos
Celebrities shared special moments from their holiday weekend on social media
Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook are engaged
The "Big Bang Theory" actress gets emotional in an Instagram video revealing the news
Kaley Cuoco: "Big Bang Theory" fans will get answers
"Big Bang Theory" star Kaley Cuoco says fans will have plenty of answers in the first episode of the new season
Stars celebrate Christmas 2016
See how stars like Mariah Carey and Reese Witherspoon celebrated the holidays
Kaley Cuoco celebrates 31st birthday with Karl Cook
Kaley Cuoco stepped out in West Hollywood on Wednesday night to celebrate her 31st birthday with her boyfriend, Karl Cook.
Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook make red carpet debut
The "Big Bang Theory" star stepped out in public for the first time with her new boyfriend for a gala
CBS plans to keep "The Big Bang Theory" on air
The universe is likely to keep expanding for TV's top-rated comedy, "The Big Bang Theory"
Kaley Cuoco apologizes for 4th of July photo
The actress has apologized for upsetting fans after she posted a photo of her dogs sitting on the American flag
Next "Big Bang Theory" season could be the last
Could everyone's favorite Pasadena residents be going off the air sooner than we think?
Kaley Cuoco calls gorilla incident "senseless"
The actress criticized people for "not using their brains"
Alleged D.C. pipe bomber appearing in court to contest continued detention
Brian Cole was arrested and charged earlier this month for allegedly planting two pipe bombs outside the Republican and Democratic Party headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021.
Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
Trump says U.S. hit "big facility" linked to alleged drug boats
President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
ICE can access some Medicaid information for deportation efforts, judge says
U.S. District Court Judge Vince Chhabria said in an order Monday the Department of Homeland Security can receive biographical, contact and location information from the Medicaid program.
Viral video prompts fraud probe at Minnesota day care centers
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs charged with strangulation, assault and battery
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
Cable car accident leaves 4 hurt, 100 stranded on mountain for hours
Four people were injured and around 100 stranded visitors had to be rescued by helicopter after a cable car accident in northern Italy, officials said.
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Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
Silver is rebounding after its worst trading day in four years
Silver prices have more than doubled in 2025, outpacing this year's surge in gold prices, as investors seek safe haven investments.
More artists cancel Kennedy Center performances after board vote on name change
The Kennedy Center board, whose members were appointed by President Trump, voted earlier this month to add his name to the building.
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Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
Silver is rebounding after its worst trading day in four years
Silver prices have more than doubled in 2025, outpacing this year's surge in gold prices, as investors seek safe haven investments.
Judge blocks White House from defunding CFPB as its funds were about to run out
A federal judge has ruled that the White House cannot stop funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Ground beef recalled in 6 states over possible E. coli contamination
The recalled ground beef was sold to distributors in California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Pennsylvania and Washington.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
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Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
ICE can access some Medicaid information for deportation efforts, judge says
U.S. District Court Judge Vince Chhabria said in an order Monday the Department of Homeland Security can receive biographical, contact and location information from the Medicaid program.
More artists cancel Kennedy Center performances after board vote on name change
The Kennedy Center board, whose members were appointed by President Trump, voted earlier this month to add his name to the building.
Judge blocks White House from defunding CFPB as its funds were about to run out
A federal judge has ruled that the White House cannot stop funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Alleged D.C. pipe bomber appearing in court to contest continued detention
Brian Cole was arrested and charged earlier this month for allegedly planting two pipe bombs outside the Republican and Democratic Party headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021.
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Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
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Spanish woman known for botched fresco restoration dies at 94
Cecilia Giménez's botched restoration of a century-old painting of Jesus Christ captured global headlines more than a decade ago.
Cable car accident leaves 4 hurt, 100 stranded on mountain for hours
Four people were injured and around 100 stranded visitors had to be rescued by helicopter after a cable car accident in northern Italy, officials said.
No sign of "broader terrorist cell" behind Bondi Beach attack, police say
Australian police say there's no evidence the Sydney father and son suspects in the attack on a Jewish holiday event got training or instruction in the Philippines.
Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage.
U.S. and Iran trade threats as tension soars 7 months after U.S. strikes
After meeting with Israel's Netanyahu, Trump said he'd heard Iran is trying to rebuild its nuclear program, "and if they are, we're going to have to knock them down."
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George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
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D.C. bomb suspect to stay detained for now
The man accused of planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., the night before Jan. 6, 2021, will remain in custody for now. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
DHS probes fraud at MN day care centers
The Department of Homeland Security is investigating after conservative YouTuber Nick Shirley posted a video that has gone viral, alleging potential fraud at a dozen day care centers in Minnesota. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs charged with strangulation, assault and battery
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
Latest on proceedings against Tyler Robinson
A Utah judge ordered the release of a transcript from a closed-door hearing in the case against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering Republican political influencer Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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D.C. bomb suspect to stay detained for now
The man accused of planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., the night before Jan. 6, 2021, will remain in custody for now. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Lake-effect snow predicted for New York
A powerful winter storm that brought heavy snow, rain and winds to the Plains and Great Lakes has also slammed parts of the Northeast. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee is on the ground in Syracuse, New York.
Tatiana Schlossberg dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy and an environmental journalist, has died at the age of 35 following a battle with cancer, the JFK Library Foundation announced Tuesday. In November, Schlossberg published an essay revealing she had been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia shortly after giving birth to her second child.
New details in Kilmar Abrego Garcia case
A newly unsealed order in the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia suggests Justice Department officials only pushed for his indictment after he was mistakenly deported to El Salvador. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Search continues for missing Texas teen
An urgent search is underway in San Antonio, Texas, for a missing teenager who officials say may be in "imminent danger." Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, was last seen on the morning of Christmas Eve. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has more.