9 USC students have died since August
Nine students at the University of Southern California have died since late August. The ninth student who died was found in off-campus housing. Chris Holmstrom of CBS Los Angeles reports.
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U.K. election campaign gets underway
Campaigning is underway in Britain for next month's parliamentary elections. For some background on what exactly is going on, here's CBSN contributor Simon Bates, with this week's "London Calling"
Hospital wants to take girl off life support
A 9-month-old girl is at the center of a legal fight between her family and a Texas hospital. Tinslee Lewis was born with a rare heart defect, and she has a chronic lung disease. Doctors believe Tinslee's condition is irreversible, and her family went to court to stop plans to take her off life support. Caroline Vandergriff of CBS station KTVT reports from Fort Worth, Texas.
Israel kills top Palestinian militant in Gaza
Gaza officials say new Israel airstrikes have killed a top militant. Iran-backed militants responded with heavy rocket fire. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi reports from Tel Aviv as violence escalates in the region.
Google accused of amassing health records
A new Wall Street Journal report suggests Google is stealing the personal health care records of millions of Americans. The tech company teamed with a leading health system to launch "Project Nightingale." CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula has a look at the initiative and CNET editor at large Ian Sherr weighs in on the possible privacy concerns at play.
Will Deval Patrick join 2020 race?
CBS News has confirmed that former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick is considering running for president in 2020. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe speaks to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the impact he would have on the Democratic primary race.
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Bloomberg files for Arkansas primary
Billionaire and former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has filed for the 2020 Democratic primary in Arkansas. John Harris, editor-in-chief and co-founder of Politico, joins CBSN with the latest on the 2020 race.
Lawmakers prep strategy for open hearings
Two career diplomats will testify Wednesday in the first public hearings in the impeachment inquiry. This comes as CBS News polls show more than half of Americans are upset with how both House Democrats and President Trump are handling the inquiry. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Bloomberg chief Washington correspondent Kevin Cirilli join CBSN to explain what to expect ahead of Wednesday's hearings.
Supreme Court hears arguments on DACA
More than 700,000 young immigrants who grew up in the U.S. could be at risk of deportation if the Supreme Court doesn't rule in their favor. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains how President Trump's termination of the Obama-era DACA program could affect "Dreamers" across the U.S.
Arctic blast threatens millions in U.S.
More than 220 million Americans are bracing for sub-zero temperatures as a brutal arctic blast sweeps across much of the country. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson has more on what to expect in the coming days.
Former President Jimmy Carter hospitalized
Former President Jimmy Carter was hospitalized in Atlanta late Monday for a surgical procedure to relieve pressure on his brain. This comes after the 95-year-old suffered several falls that triggered swelling in his brain. Dr. Janette Nesheiwat joined CBSN to discuss the risks of the procedure.
College gymnast dies in training accident
Melanie Coleman, a 20-year-old competitive gymnast at Southern Connecticut State University, died after suffering a serious spinal injury in a fall from the uneven bars. WFSB-TV's Matt McFarland reports.
Instagram hiding "likes" on some posts
Instagram announced it is hiding some "likes" on posts in the U.S. starting this week. The social media platform says this is part of a test to see how it can improve the well-being of its users. Sara Fischer, media reporter for Axios, joined CBSN to discuss.
Poll: 43% of Americans support impeachment
A new CBS News poll shows 43% of Americans say President Trump deserves impeachment, while 40% say he does not. This comes as Congress prepares for the first public hearings in the impeachment inquiry Wednesday. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN with the latest.
Supreme Court tackles DACA dispute
The Supreme Court will hear arguments that could decide the fate of 700,000 young undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. as children. The Trump administration is fighting to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, known as DACA. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined CBSN to discuss the impact this could have on thousands of "Dreamers."
Deval Patrick reportedly weighs 2020 bid
Former Massachusetts governor Deval Patrick is reportedly considering a 2020 presidential bid. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns discusses what his potential run could mean for the presidential primary field.
Pete Buttigieg unveils veterans plan
On Monday, several 2020 presidential hopefuls revealed their plans to help America's 20 million veterans. Natalie Brand breaks down some of the extensive proposals, and Nicole Sganga joins CBSN to take a closer look at Mayor Pete Buttigieg's plan.
Man arrested after teen escapes kidnapping
Trevion Shields, 20, was arrested after a 15-year-old girl escaped kidnapping, Texas authorities said Monday. The girl, who has not been named, was allegedly kidnapped, drugged and raped over the course of several months. Shields has been charged with aggravated kidnapping. KHOU-TV reporter Larry Seward spoke with authorities about the case.
Ocasio-Cortez blasts Trump's "authoritarianism"
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez drew a standing ovation at a Bernie Sanders campaign event in Iowa after telling supporters: "If your friends are concerned with authoritarianism, they should be concerned with the occupant of the White House right now."
Warren & Sanders attack Bloomberg
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg hasn't officially announced he will run for president in 2020, but his potential candidacy is already drawing a response from Democratic rivals. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about where Bloomberg's campaign would stand if he enters the race.
Trump protesters clash with WWII veteran
As President Trump spoke before the parade, protesters outside blew whistles and shouted "Traitor" — and even clashed with a World War II veteran in the parade.
Supreme Court hears case on DACA
The future of young immigrant "Dreamers" will be up to the Supreme Court as it hears arguments over the legality of President Trump's termination of the Obama-era DACA program. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains how undocumented immigrants could be affected.
Paralyzed veteran’s marathon journey
A former U.S. Army sergeant and Vietnam veteran became the first paralyzed American to successfully finish the New York City Marathon using ReWalk’s robotic exoskeleton device. Terry Vereline joined CBSN to discuss her inspiring journey to the finish line. For more information or to donate to Terry's cause, visit www.verelinefoundation.org.
Bloomberg's candidacy could shake up race
Michael Bloomberg hasn't officially launched his 2020 presidential bid, but the prospect that he might has already caused some stir in the Democratic field. Michael Scherer, national politics reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN to discuss.
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Iran war's "core strategic objectives are nearing completion," Trump says
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
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NASA's Artemis II astronauts launched on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow live updates.
Trump praises "overwhelming victories" and says Iran war will wrap up "very shortly"
President Trump predicted in a prime-time address that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and said U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories," but he did not offer a definitive timeline.
Supreme Court casts doubt on Trump's order to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared open to invalidating President Trump's executive order that would end birthright citizenship.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
Federal government appealing order releasing 5-year-old from immigration custody
The federal government may try to send 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos back to detention.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
Trump indicates he'll try to pull U.S. out of NATO
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
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Americans say this is their "magic number" to retire comfortably
Most people fall far short of the savings they say they will need to maintain their standard of living in retirement, data shows.
Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
How high could oil and gas prices go if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed?
"The scary scenarios are, unfortunately, extremely plausible" if the critical Persian Gulf waterway stays effectively sealed, economist Paul Krugman said.
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Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
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Americans say this is their "magic number" to retire comfortably
Most people fall far short of the savings they say they will need to maintain their standard of living in retirement, data shows.
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"The scary scenarios are, unfortunately, extremely plausible" if the critical Persian Gulf waterway stays effectively sealed, economist Paul Krugman said.
Elon Musk's SpaceX files confidential initial public offering
The Texas-based company could go public with a valuation of more than $1.75 trillion, making it the largest IPO in history.
Will the Iran war slow U.S. hiring? Economists say risks are rising.
With oil prices rising and hiring already slowing, economists warn the Iran war could further weigh on U.S. job growth.
Hershey says it will shift back to classic Reese's recipe after backlash
Hershey said Wednesday it will use classic recipes for all Reese's products starting next year, after getting criticism for changing the popular treats.
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Trump admin. lifts sanctions on Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's acting president
The Trump administration has lifted sanctions on Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez, according to the Treasury Department, as the U.S. seeks to rebuild ties with the Venezuelan government.
Federal government appealing order releasing 5-year-old from immigration custody
The federal government may try to send 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos back to detention.
State Department overhauls Foreign Service Officer Test
The State Department announced Wednesday that it is modifying the Foreign Service Officer Test to reflect the foreign policy goals of the Trump administration.
Trump praises "overwhelming victories" and says Iran war will wrap up "very shortly"
President Trump predicted in a prime-time address that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and said U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories," but he did not offer a definitive timeline.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
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A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
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.
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Magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Indonesia's Molucca Sea sets off small tsunami
Indonesia, a vast archipelago of more than 280 million people, sits on major seismic faults and is frequently hit by earthquakes.
Trump admin. lifts sanctions on Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's acting president
The Trump administration has lifted sanctions on Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez, according to the Treasury Department, as the U.S. seeks to rebuild ties with the Venezuelan government.
Trump praises "overwhelming victories" and says Iran war will wrap up "very shortly"
President Trump predicted in a prime-time address that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and said U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories," but he did not offer a definitive timeline.
Activist ship's collision with krill trawler called "deliberate attack"
A video shows the moment when the M/V Bandero, operated by the Captain Paul Watson Foundation, steams toward the stern of the fishing vessel.
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U.S. commandos in Ecuador for mission targeting alleged narco-terrorists
American commandos joined Ecuadorian troops in a joint mission aimed at dismantling a suspected criminal hub along the country's coast.
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Kenan Thompson on new children's book
Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new children's book, "Unfunny Bunny."
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
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.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
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NASA's Artemis II astronauts launched on a nine-and-a-half-day mission around the moon and back. Follow live updates.
Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's Artemis II moon mission
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
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.
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Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
Baby in stroller killed in apparent stray-bullet shooting in Brooklyn
A child was being pushed in a stroller at Moore and Humboldt streets in East Williamsburg on Wednesday when she suffered a gunshot wound to the head, police said.
Kentucky Powerball winner arrested again
James Farthing, who won the $167.3 million Powerball jackpot last April, was arrested for a third time since collecting his grand prize. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Son of Hawaii doctor testifies at trial
The son of a Maui doctor testified that his father confessed to him over FaceTime to trying to kill his stepmother, Arielle Konig, on a hike last year. Prosecutors allege Gerhardt Konig tried to push his wife off a cliff, attempted to inject her with a syringe and hit her in the head with a rock.
Luigi Mangione lawyers seek to postpone trial
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione, the man charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, are seeking to postpone his federal murder trial. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
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The FDA approved a new GLP-1 drug from Eli Lilly. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Trump addresses nation on Iran
President Trump addressed the nation Wednesday night about the Iran war. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.
Trump addresses U.S. on Iran war
President Trump sought to assure Americans that the conflict with Iran would be brief compared to other wars in U.S. history and insisted that gas prices would go down quickly. Nancy Cordes reports.
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Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
Trump to give Iran update in national address
President Trump is set to give an update on the war in Iran on Wednesday evening in a prime-time address to the nation. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe previews the speech.