Suspect set mother of 7 on fire in gasoline attack
Police are searching for the man they say was seen on surveillance video grinning as he bought gasoline moments before the attack
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Priest credited with saving L.A. mom from would-be rapist
Officials say the priest randomly came upon a man pinning down a woman who had been walking with her baby in her stroller
Small plane crashes into building near Calif. airport
One person was killed after a small plane has crashed into the side of a building near Van Nuys Airport in California
Troubled California music festival sees deaths again
At least nine were hospitalized following rave that was moved out of Los Angeles because two died at it last year
"After School Satan" program aims for elementary kids
The Satanic Temple says it hopes to counter Christian programs with "critical reasoning, independent-thinking, fun, and free thought"
3 found dead in wreckage in area where teens went missing
Three people found dead in wreckage of a white pickup truck down a hill from a mountain highway north of Los Angeles
Fmr. sheriff withdraws guilty plea in corruption case
After his plea deal was tossed, former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca will stand trial on a charge he lied about abuse in jails he ran
Car plows into bible group in deadly hit-and-run crash
Sedan leaves gaping hole in Los Angeles house, was almost entirely inside when it stopped
Wildfires threaten California's signature parks along Big Sur coastline
One of California's two major wildfires threatened the scenic region at the height of the summer tourism season
Two dozen large fires force evacuations in the West
Sand Fire in California has consumed at least 10,000 acres of land a day, the equivalent of 10,000 football fields
Raging Calif. wildfire charging through terrain "like a freight train"
Fire that has destroyed at least 18 homes in northern Los Angeles County gained ferocious new power two days after it broke out
Body found amid raging wildfire near Los Angeles
The blaze moving into the San Fernando Valley fueled in part by a brutal heat wave could threaten up to 45,000 homes, officials say
California wildfires burn out of control near Los Angeles
Southern California firefighters toiling in another day of triple-digit heat from dome of high pressure over region
California governor: no parole for Manson cult follower
"I don't let myself off the hook," Leslie Van Houten, now 66, said at her parole panel
1.5 million gallons of sewage spills near downtown L.A.
Ocean waters downriver of the massive spill in Long Beach have been closed pending testing for their safety
Ex-sheriff's plea deal rejected in corruption probe
A judge said the plea deal for former Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca was too lenient for his "gross abuse of the public's trust"
Big cats in a big city
Los Angeles is the only megacity in the world where mountain lions live side-by-side with humans
New L.A. skyscraper slide causes woman injury, lawsuit claims
Lawsuit says woman suffered broken ankle on a recently opened glass-enclosed slide attached to the exterior of a downtown Los Angeles skyscraper
Chinese businessman sentenced in U.S. hacking case
Businessman sentenced for conspiring to export sensitive military information to China after accessing the computer systems of U.S. defense contractors
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling head to "La La Land"
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling channel classic Hollywood musicals in the first trailer for "La La Land"
Fact check: Obama and Trump on crime in America
Most of Trump's dire crime takes not based on verified stats, President Obama's claims are unspecific
California brush fire drives thousands from their homes
"The fire is creating its own climate," official says of blaze chewing through dense, dry brush amid high temperatures and gusty winds
Renewed protests over police violence spark clashes
Across the country this weekend, demonstrators are taking to the streets and raising their voices against police brutality
Heavy hearts for Dallas at LAPD graduation ceremony
Los Angeles mayor: "Today was supposed to be a happy day. But we come here today with tears in our eyes"
Snoop Dogg, the Game lead march to LAPD headquarters
Snoop Dogg and the Game urged improved relations between police and minority communities
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Trump cancels Kushner, Witkoff trip to Pakistan for Iran talks
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were expected to head to Islamabad Saturday, but President Trump said later that his "representatives" would not be going.
King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
Trump expected to appear at White House press gala for first time as president
The Republican president did not attend during his first term or the first year of his second.
Roommate faces murder charges in deaths of 2 doctoral students
A 26-year-old man is facing two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, according to authorities.
Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
One Chicago police officer killed, second wounded in hospital shooting
Two Chicago police officers were shot inside Swedish Hospital in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood on Saturday morning. One has since died.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
2 Georgia wildfires destroy more than 120 homes, scorch over 40,000 acres
Extreme drought has turned the region into a tinderbox and allowed flames to spread.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
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Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
Trump expected to appear at White House press gala for first time as president
The Republican president did not attend during his first term or the first year of his second.
King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
2 Georgia wildfires destroy more than 120 homes, scorch over 40,000 acres
Extreme drought has turned the region into a tinderbox and allowed flames to spread.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
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Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
Commercial vessels face risks from mines and threats from land, Chevron's chief executive Mike Wirth said in an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
The Iran war's economic hit could linger through 2026, economists say
Economists say Americans should expect elevated prices at the pump and rising grocery costs in the months to come.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.
Trader Joe's customers sue over coffee's caffeine levels
Consumers allege that Trader Joe's improperly advertised a coffee product as fully caffeinated when it was not.
IEA says Iran war will keep the natural gas market tight for two years
The conflict is expected to crimp global natural gas supplies due to damage to liquefied natural gas facilities in Qatar.
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Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
Trump expected to appear at White House press gala for first time as president
The Republican president did not attend during his first term or the first year of his second.
Trump says he canceled Kushner, Witkoff trip for Iran talks: "We have all the cards"
President Trump cited wasted time and confusion over leadership, adding, "we have all the cards."
Book excerpt: "The First Eight" by Jim Clyburn
The South Carolina Democrat, the ninth Black man to represent his state in the House of Representatives, writes of his predecessors who helped direct the course of America during and after Reconstruction.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
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A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
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Trump says he canceled Kushner, Witkoff trip for Iran talks: "We have all the cards"
President Trump cited wasted time and confusion over leadership, adding, "we have all the cards."
King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
Armed groups in Mali attack capital in possible coordinated effort, army says
Mali has been plagued by insurgencies fought by affiliates of al Qaeda and the Islamic State group.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
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Frankie Grande on starring in "Titaníque"
Frankie Grande sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his starring role in Broadway's latest hit show "Titaníque," after originating the part in the show's Off-Broadway run.
Woman brings South Carolina town back to life
Darla Moore is a billionaire from Lake City, South Carolina, who saw an opportunity to revitalize her small hometown with ArtFields, a festival that transforms the town into a hub for Southern art and history.
Broadway star on role with Savannah Bananas
Tony-nominated Broadway actor Derek Klena sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest venture as a performer and player for the Savannah Bananas baseball team.
The Milk Carton Kids perform "A Friend Like You"
Grammy-nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids are out with their 7th studio album, "Lost Cause Lover Fool." Here they are performing "A Friend Like You."
The Milk Carton Kids perform "I'll Go Home From Here"
Grammy-nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids are out with their 7th studio album, "Lost Cause Lover Fool." Here they are performing "A Friend Like You."
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Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
Why phone-free parties are gaining popularity
Some young people are opting to go phone-free to live in the moment. USA Today youth mental health reporter Rachel Hale went to an underground, phone-free party in New York City and wrote about her experience. She tells "The Daily Report" about it.
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.
Meta to cut 8,000 jobs as it charges into AI
Meta plans to lay off roughly 10% of its workforce as the technology giant steps up its spending on artificial intelligence.
Victim has "nothing left" as AI fuels a surge in crypto fraud schemes
One woman's entire life savings was stolen from her by sophisticated scammers who used artificial intelligence to perfectly manipulate her.
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From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
60-foot octopus ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs, fossils show
New analyses of fossilized jaws reveal that massive, kraken-like octopuses once hunted alongside other marine predators.
Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
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Murder charges in case of USF students
A 26-year-old man is facing murder charges in connection to the disappearance of two University of South Florida doctoral students after one was found dead and police continue searching for the other, authorities said Saturday.
Mom charged after son injures Vietnam vet
A California teen on an electric motorcycle critically injured a pedestrian, and now the boy's mother could now face years in prison. Jonathan Vigliotti explains.
DOJ permits death by firing squad
Death by firing squad is now reinstated in U.S. federal cases, according to a new policy announced on Friday by the Trump administration.
Polymarket on soldier arrest: "The system works"
A U.S. special forces soldier was arrested Thursday for allegedly using confidential government information to make more than $400,000 off the arrest of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Polymarket. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has the details. Then, Dennis Kelleher, CEO of financial regulation nonprofit Better Markets, joins with analysis.
Missing Florida student found dead, arrest made
One of two missing University of South Florida doctoral students was found dead, and a roommate was taken into custody, police said on Friday.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Trump on canceling envoys' Pakistan trip
President Trump spoke with reporters at the Palm Beach International Airport on Saturday after canceling special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner's trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran.
The Dish: Chef Nick Kennedy
Chef Nick Kennedy felt a pull to create a more robust dining community in a small Philadelphia neighborhood. His solution was Defined Hospitality, a restaurant group that owns seven bars and restaurants in Fishtown.
Frankie Grande on starring in "Titaníque"
Frankie Grande sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his starring role in Broadway's latest hit show "Titaníque," after originating the part in the show's Off-Broadway run.
Woman brings South Carolina town back to life
Darla Moore is a billionaire from Lake City, South Carolina, who saw an opportunity to revitalize her small hometown with ArtFields, a festival that transforms the town into a hub for Southern art and history.
Broadway star on role with Savannah Bananas
Tony-nominated Broadway actor Derek Klena sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest venture as a performer and player for the Savannah Bananas baseball team.