Senators reach bipartisan deal on gun reform framework
Senate lawmakers said they have a tentative deal on a bipartisan gun reform bill. Scott MacFarlane has the details.
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Social Security bill seeks $2,400 increase
Inflation has outpaced increases in benefits for seniors and other Social Security recipients this year. Now, some lawmakers have a plan to boost annual Social Security payments by $2,400 per recipient.
Video shows lawmaker leading tour before Capitol riot
The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack released new video showing GOP Rep. Barry Loudermilk leading a group of people on a tour of the Capitol complex the day before the riot. One of the men on the tour took photos of staircases and hallways and then marched to the Capitol a day later, according to the committee. Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Notebook: The importance of the Jan. 6 hearings
The Jan. 6 hearings are taking place at a time of fresh challenges to America, testing lawmakers and straining the public's ability to pay attention to the past and the present. But in a healthy democracy, John Dickerson says we must be able to do both.
March for Our Lives rallies held nationwide
Protesters in cities across the United States took to the streets to demand gun control legislation in the wake of several deadly mass shootings. Skyler Henry has more.
Nationwide rallies to call for stricter gun laws
Thousands of people are expected to attend "March For Our Lives" rallies across the nation Saturday demanding stricter gun laws. Zoe Touray, a member of "March For Our Lives," and a mass school shooting survivor, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss the protests.
Jan. 6 committee to hold prime-time hearing
The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the Capitol kicks off its public hearings in prime time Thursday night. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on what to expect on the first night and the other witnesses we will hear from as the hearings get underway.
Gas prices on the rise
Pennsylvania, like the rest of the U.S., is seeing a spike in gas prices with the average price around $5 per gallon. Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers spoke with Teresa Boeckel, a transportation reporter with the York Daily Record, about how people are coping with rising prices in Pennsylvania and what state lawmakers want to do about it.
Pressure intensifies for gun reform deal
Lawmakers are under intensifying pressure for stronger gun legislation following a string of mass shootings. Democratic negotiators say a bipartisan deal could be completed this week. Nikole Killion has more details.
House to vote on gun control package this week
House lawmakers are preparing to vote on a series of gun control measures this week. They were approved by the judiciary committee in a vote mostly along party lines. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with more.
White House, senators attempt to prepare a bill to end gun violence
Democrat and Republican negotiators working on new gun legislation are hopeful they can reach a compromise despite their clear differences. Serena Marshall on the lastest from Capitol Hill.
Abbott reopens Michigan baby formula plant
Abbott Nutrition announced it will reopen its baby formula plant in Michigan amid a dire shortage of baby formula nationwide. The plant was shut down by the FDA in February following reports of bacterial infections. Christina Ruffini has more.
Congress divided over gun reform
President Biden is calling on Congress to urgently pass gun safety laws, putting pressure on lawmakers to find common ground on the highly partisan issue. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins “CBS News Mornings” to discuss.
Tulsa mass shooter bought gun just before rampage
A gunman who killed four people in Tulsa, Oklahoma, targeted a doctor he blamed for his pain following recent back surgery, police said. Nancy Chen reports.
Gun control compromises in the works
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are working to find solutions to the gun violence problem in the United States that will pass a 60-vote majority. CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Nancy Cordes spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Errol Barnett on CBS News about what Congress and the president say they're doing to get legislation passed.
Formula shortage persists despite shipments
Despite receiving shipments from several countries, the baby formula shortage in the U.S. continues. Last week, FDA chief Dr. Robert Califf faced lawmakers who grilled him on the agency’s response. Meg Oliver reports.
Congress divided over gun reform after Texas school shooting
President Biden is urging lawmakers to pass gun reform measures in the wake of Tuesday's mass shooting at a Texas elementary school that left 21 people dead, 19 of which were children. CBS News Senior White House and Political Correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins "CBS News Mornings" from the White House to discuss.
Texas lawmakers condemned after mass shooting
Texas lawmakers are facing some backlash for the state's gun laws following Tuesday's mass shooting at Robb Elementary School. CBS News' Tanya Rivero sits down with CBS News Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns to discuss the laws that critics are questioning, and how respondents to a CBS News poll feel about laws covering gun sales.
Child hospitalizations rise due to formula shortage
More hospitals are reporting children needing treatment because they aren't getting enough nutrition due to the baby formula shortage. Jamie Yuccas has more.
Oklahoma lawmakers pass anti-abortion law
Oklahoma's state legislature has passed an anti-abortion law that would be the most restrictive law in the nation. The legislation prohibits abortion at any point in pregnancy, except to save a woman's life or in cases of rape or incest reported to police. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.
Biden launches plan to fly baby formula to U.S.
President Biden is invoking the Defense Production Act to increase the production of baby formula nationwide. The president has also called for civilian Defense Department planes to pick up formula overseas and bring it to the U.S. House lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that would make it easier for low-income families to get formula. Jamie Yuccas takes a look.
Lawmakers seek action on baby formula supply
Lawmakers are working on multiple bills to address the nation's baby formula shortage. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins Anne-Marie Green and Nikki Battiste with more on how one congresswoman is addressing the issue.
Moment of silence for 1M U.S. COVID deaths
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi led a bipartisan group of House and Senate lawmakers in a moment of silence Thursday on the steps of the U.S. Capitol after President Biden marked the "tragic milestone" of 1 million COVID-19 deaths in America.
Reaction to leaked SCOTUS draft opinion
Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers reacted to a draft majority opinion from the Supreme Court, obtained and published by Politico, that indicated that a majority of the high court appears ready to overturn Roe v. Wade. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Biden blasts leaked Supreme Court draft on abortion
President Biden strongly criticized a draft opinion that suggested the Supreme Court may overturn Roe v. Wade. The leaked draft, obtained by Politico, upset lawmakers on both sides for different reasons. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Cassidy backs Blanche for attorney general, clearing way for confirmation
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Republican, announced he will vote to confirm Todd Blanche for attorney general.
Trump's firings of federal officials set stage for next presidential power test
A federal appeals court is set to consider President Trump's effort to fire two immigration judges this fall, a case that could have significant implications for federal workers.
From Iran's Evin Prison, U.S. citizen Reza Valizadeh releases audio update
CBS News received a second audio message from journalist Reza Valizadeh, who's been held in Iran's notorious Evin Prison since 2024. He gave an update on the prison conditions and on fellow American Kamran Hekmati, believed to be suffering from a recurring cancer.
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Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign key defense accord, criticized by Iran
Yemen's Houthi rebels launch fresh attacks on Saudi-backed government troops, says Yemeni state media, as Cruz says Trump must seek "regime collapse."
Appeals court blocks Trump's White House ballroom, teeing up Supreme Court fight
A federal appeals court said the White House lacks the authority to unilaterally construct the 90,000-square-foot ballroom. President Trump said the administration will appeal to the Supreme Court.
Idaho shooting video shows gunman start deadly rampage in In-N-Out drive-thru
Three people were killed in the shooting that started at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Trump mounts new effort to fire Fed's Lisa Cook after Supreme Court ruling
The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.
Pentagon releases new batch of UFO files: "Did you see that?"
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of documents and images related to UFOs, the fifth disclosure in recent months about the strange encounters.
Water rationing begins in Puerto Rico amid drought crisis: "It's brutal"
Puerto Rico's massive rationing measure comes amid a severe drought on top of shortages due to infrastructure issues.
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DOJ's top prosecutor in LA hires aide with pending battery charge, DUIs
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
Idaho shooting video shows gunman start deadly rampage in In-N-Out drive-thru
Three people were killed in the shooting that started at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho.
A quandary for the Fed: Dealing with hot inflation and cool job growth
A sudden slump in hiring has dramatically changed the outlook for the Federal Reserve's September interest rate decision.
Energy company sues data center over who should pay for AI buildout
At issue is who pays to expand energy infrastructure when a data center needs as much electricity as a midsize city.
Trump mounts new effort to fire Fed's Lisa Cook after Supreme Court ruling
The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.
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A quandary for the Fed: Dealing with hot inflation and cool job growth
A sudden slump in hiring has dramatically changed the outlook for the Federal Reserve's September interest rate decision.
Energy company sues data center over who should pay for AI buildout
At issue is who pays to expand energy infrastructure when a data center needs as much electricity as a midsize city.
Americans got their biggest raises in 40 years. Inflation took most of it.
The typical American's paycheck has grown faster since 2019 than in any stretch since the early 1980s. But prices climbed nearly as fast, swallowing about 80% of the wage increase.
July jobs report reveals unexpected loss of 23,000 jobs
Friday's jobs report showed employers shed jobs last month, rather than adding 95,000 new hires that had been forecast by economists.
Warren presses U.S. companies to share tariff refunds with customers
Companies receiving billions in refunds for U.S. tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court should return money to consumers, Sen. Elizabeth Warren said.
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From Iran's Evin Prison, U.S. citizen Reza Valizadeh releases audio update
CBS News received a second audio message from journalist Reza Valizadeh, who's been held in Iran's notorious Evin Prison since 2024. He gave an update on the prison conditions and on fellow American Kamran Hekmati, believed to be suffering from a recurring cancer.
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DOJ's top prosecutor in LA hires aide with pending battery charge, DUIs
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli hired former top aide Shawn Lewis to be a federal law enforcement liaison, though Lewis has three prior convictions for driving under the influence and a pending battery charge.
Trump mounts new effort to fire Fed's Lisa Cook after Supreme Court ruling
The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.
Senate passes long-stalled Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham
The Senate has tried for more than a year to get the legislation imposing sanctions on Russia across the finish line. It also includes sanctions on Iran.
Appeals court blocks Trump's White House ballroom, teeing up Supreme Court fight
A federal appeals court said the White House lacks the authority to unilaterally construct the 90,000-square-foot ballroom. President Trump said the administration will appeal to the Supreme Court.
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"Pink flags" of postpartum psychosis — and more takeaways from "Healthful"
Perinatal psychiatrist Dr. Uruj Kamal Haider and Kriti Lodha joined a special edition of "Healthful" to talk more about mental health conditions, including postpartum psychosis.
The Truth About Postpartum Psychosis
The issue of postpartum psychosis has come to the forefront amid the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the 35-year-old mother accused of killing her three children. What are the signs of a mental break, and is the healthcare system failing mothers? In this special episode of Healthful, Norah speaks with Dr. Uruj Kamal Haider, a perinatal psychiatrist who has treated patients with the rare and severe mental health emergency. She also speaks with Kriti Lodha, a postpartum psychosis survivor who has made it her mission to help other mothers.
Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say
A flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters is responsible for at least five deaths so far this year in Louisiana, state health officials reported Thursday.
Minnesota Chipotle burrito bowl meal led to sepsis hospitalization, lawsuit says
A Minnesota woman says she fainted, spiked a 102-degree fever, and was hospitalized with sepsis three days after eating a chicken burrito bowl at a Chipotle in Roseville, and genetic testing connected her case to a multistate outbreak, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
What Fauci has said about COVID origins, gain-of-function research
Thursday's vote to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress follows years of tension with GOP Sen. Rand Paul, hinging on the origins of the coronavirus and a controversial type of research.
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From Iran's Evin Prison, U.S. citizen Reza Valizadeh releases audio update
CBS News received a second audio message from journalist Reza Valizadeh, who's been held in Iran's notorious Evin Prison since 2024. He gave an update on the prison conditions and on fellow American Kamran Hekmati, believed to be suffering from a recurring cancer.
Senate passes long-stalled Russia sanctions bill championed by Lindsey Graham
The Senate has tried for more than a year to get the legislation imposing sanctions on Russia across the finish line. It also includes sanctions on Iran.
Plans for another mass migrant crossing into Ceuta spreading online
CBS News reviewed dozens of posts on social media that suggest a renewed push for migrants to cross the border from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta.
Water rationing begins in Puerto Rico amid drought crisis: "It's brutal"
Puerto Rico's massive rationing measure comes amid a severe drought on top of shortages due to infrastructure issues.
Amanda Knox's comedy show faces criticism from murdered roommate's family
Amanda Knox made headlines almost two decades ago when she was convicted, but later acquitted, of the murder of Meredith Kercher in Italy.
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Top music exec chooses his song of the summer
Music lovers are weighing in on the 2026 song of the summer contenders. Jem Aswad, Variety's executive music editor, shares what he thinks makes a hit the standout of the season.
What's the song of the summer?
While many songs generate acclaim as soon as they hit the airwaves, there can only be one song of the summer. SiriusXM radio host Lamar Dawson makes his pick.
Juno Temple, Hannah Waddingham on "Ted Lasso"
Emmy Award-winning actors Juno Temple and Hannah Waddingham share their thoughts on returning to "Ted Lasso" for a fourth season after a three-year hiatus. Temple returns as publicist Keeley Jones while Waddingham is back as club owner Rebecca Welton.
Diarra Kilpatrick on her show's new season
Diarra Kilpatrick, who stars in "Diarra from Detroit," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's new season, which premiered on Paramount+ last week.
Amanda Kloots on her new dating show
Amanda Kloots, a Broadway dancer, podcast host and best friend to reality star Harry Jowsey, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss their new Netflix series "Let's Marry Harry."
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Energy company sues data center over who should pay for AI buildout
At issue is who pays to expand energy infrastructure when a data center needs as much electricity as a midsize city.
Meta fined $567M over child safety issues
Meta, the tech giant that operates Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and other platforms, faces another financial penalty for allegedly failing to keep kids safe. A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $567 million for its failure to warn the public about the dangers its products pose to children.
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.
Kids dropping phones for summer jobs
Meet the children leaving their devices behind this summer to flex their entrepreneurial muscles with summer jobs.
Concerns over misuse of Flock cameras
Joseph Cox, co-founder of 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss criticisms of Flock cameras and the push by some cities to replace Flock cameras with different surveillance devices like license plate readers.
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Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
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Inside Lindsay Clancy's Home
As the Lindsay Clancy murder trial continues, jurors hear testimony from the medical professionals who treated her before and after the deaths of her three children, and excerpts of her journal. They also visit key scenes from the night of the killings. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty speaks with WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex about emotional courtroom moments, graphic testimony, and the key question at the heart of this case: what was happening in Lindsay Clancy's mind on January 24, 2023?
Idaho shooting video shows gunman start deadly rampage in In-N-Out drive-thru
Three people were killed in the shooting that started at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Tense exchange at Lindsey Clancy murder trial
More testimony transpired at Lindsey Clancy's murder trial in Massachusetts, and the judge presiding had a tense exchange with the defense. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports.
Deadly school shooting in Thailand
At least seven people died during a school shooting in Bangkok, Thailand. BBC News' Jonathan Head reports.
New DNA evidence in Utah death row case
New DNA evidence is raising questions about the case against Douglas Carter, who is on death row in Utah for murder. Neal Hamilton, one of Carter's defense attorneys, joins CBS News with his take.
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
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Trump to appeal ballroom ruling to SCOTUS
An appeals court on Friday barred President Trump from building a White House ballroom without congressional approval. Mr. Trump now says he'll take the case to the Supreme Court. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Senate rushes to finish business before recess
The Senate is speeding toward summer recess, clearing Todd Blanche's path to attorney general and approving new energy sanctions aimed at Russia on Friday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest on what's left on the upper chamber's agenda.
Watch: Pentagon releases 16 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fifth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its fourth drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche.
Inside Lindsay Clancy's Home
As the Lindsay Clancy murder trial continues, jurors hear testimony from the medical professionals who treated her before and after the deaths of her three children, and excerpts of her journal. They also visit key scenes from the night of the killings. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty speaks with WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex about emotional courtroom moments, graphic testimony, and the key question at the heart of this case: what was happening in Lindsay Clancy's mind on January 24, 2023?
Ted Cruz says U.S. should arm Iran protesters
Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz says the U.S. should consider arming Iranian protesters so they can rise up against the regime. Alex Vatanka, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, reacts to the remarks.