Cuba Gooding Sr., Grammy-nominated singer, dead at 72
Cuba Gooding Sr. is the father of Oscar-winning actor Cuba Gooding Jr.
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Are hot dogs about to be expelled from L.A. schools?
Processed meats increase the risk of cancer and other health problems, according to the lawsuit filed by doctors' group
Student killed in San Bernardino shooting endured great deal in short life
Jonathan Martinez was born with a rare genetic condition called Williams syndrome, had heart surgeries and lived with developmental delays
"Gangsta Gardener" fights to save his urban farm in Calif.
Finley has inspired green thumbs around the world, but is hoping the public will help save his south Los Angeles urban garden
Portable toilets converted into homes for homeless
Los Angeles man builds micro-houses out of large portable toilets, complete with bed, kitchen, storage and bathroom
Teen ballplayer "fighting for his life" after attack
"We’re having a difficult time understanding why someone would do this"
Man crashes into church after being shot in attempted robbery: police
The victim tried to escape an attempted robbery by driving away from the scene, but then crashed his car into the side of a church
Emmy Rossum’s Los Angeles home robbed
Actress Emmy Rossum is thanking Los Angeles police amid reports of a jewelry heist at her home
Man exonerated for attempted murder free after 20 years
Marco Contreras, now 41 years old, said his first wish as a free man is to have a good Mexican dinner and spend time with his family
Calif. dog owner fights to reclaim pit bulls that killed a man and his pet
Valentin Herrera, 76, was mauled to death in Feb. -- and the victim's grandson is upset about the recent revelations
Wyclef Jean handcuffed during search for robbery suspect
"I was treated like a criminal," said the former Fugees singer and rapper, who posted a video of the incident on social media
Dine-and-dash dater strikes again in Los Angeles
Women have come forward saying they've been left footing the bill after their blind date scarfs down food then disappears
Ex-LA county sheriff convicted in jail corruption case
Jury found Baca guilty of obstructing an FBI investigation into corruption and bribery among jail guards who violently beat inmates
66-year-old removed from flight over reaction to blanket's price
Hawaiian Airlines passenger made in-flight call to corporate office after being told how much blanket costs
California fault could produce 7.4-magnitude quake, study finds
The fault poses a significant hazard to coastal Southern California and Tijuana, Mexico, according to the study
Dramatic video shows SUV spinning out of control after high-speed chase
The man was suspected of assault with a deadly weapon and blew through several spike strips before spinning out of control
One Direction member arrested after airport scuffle
Incident happened Friday after the 25-year-old pop star landed at LAX and allegedly got into a fight with a photographer
California man dies of injuries after attack by neighbor's dogs
Two pit bull-type dogs mauled Valentin Herrera, his little dog Dodger just a block from his house in Los Angeles
Magician found dead inside L.A.'s Magic Castle
Los Angeles' famed Magic Castle says magic community mourning loss of beloved magician
Video captures off-duty LAPD officer firing gun after altercation with teens
After the incident, a 13-year-old was arrested for criminal threats and battery, while a 15-year-old was arrested for assault and battery
Man pleads no contest to destroying Trump's Walk of Fame star
James Otis said he originally planned to the steal the star, sell it and give money to the 11 women who had said Trump groped them, but it was too difficult to remove
Amid Trump unease, green card holders rush to nail down citizenship
Historically, immigrants have sought citizenship for new opportunities; this year, it’s more about fear
LA Lakers promote Magic Johnson to president of basketball operations
The NBA team also announced that it fired general manager Mitch Kupchak
Families brace for possibility of sudden deportation
CBS News' Mireya Villarreal spoke with a Los Angeles pastor helping families prepare for the knock on the door
U.S. city ranked most congested on Earth for rush-hour traffic
U.S. had half the top-five and was most clogged developed nation; being stuck in traffic cost U.S. drivers $300B last year, study shows
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as intel chief, citing husband's cancer diagnosis
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Trump, who claimed he "wasn't involved" in $1.7B fund, now says he allowed it
President Trump on Friday defended the Justice Department's $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization" fund and said he "gave up a lot of money" by allowing its creation.
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Rubio says Iran imposing tolls on Strait of Hormuz "not acceptable"
The Secretary of State tempered optimism for a deal to end the Iran war, calling Iran's bid to "create a tolling system" in the Strait of Hormuz "not acceptable."
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
Pentagon releases more UFO files: "Speechless after these observations"
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of 64 files related to UFOs, unveiling a second tranche of records under an executive order by President Trump.
Trump won't attend son Don Jr.'s wedding, citing responsibilities in D.C.
"I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, D.C., at the White House during this important period of time," President Trump said.
Jimmie Johnson reacts to Kyle Busch's death: "Lost for words"
Kyle Busch, 41, died suddenly on Thursday after being hospitalized with an illness, according to his team.
Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Epstein island trespasser says he was hog-tied, thrown into "dungeon"
Little St. James in the Virgin Islands has attracted seekers lured by tales of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
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Trump won't attend son Don Jr.'s wedding, citing responsibilities in D.C.
"I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, D.C., at the White House during this important period of time," President Trump said.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as intel chief, citing husband's cancer diagnosis
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Trump, who claimed he "wasn't involved" in $1.7B fund, now says he allowed it
President Trump on Friday defended the Justice Department's $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization" fund and said he "gave up a lot of money" by allowing its creation.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
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Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
Consumers are still spending, but cracks are starting to show
Shoppers continue to open their pocketbooks, boosting retailers like Walmart, even as inflation jumps to its highest level in three years.
Summer air travel could be rough. Here's how travelers can prepare.
A new report finds that on-time flight arrivals are at their worst level since 2014, with fuel costs and weather adding to summer travel risks.
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Trump won't attend son Don Jr.'s wedding, citing responsibilities in D.C.
"I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, D.C., at the White House during this important period of time," President Trump said.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as intel chief, citing husband's cancer diagnosis
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
Trump, who claimed he "wasn't involved" in $1.7B fund, now says he allowed it
President Trump on Friday defended the Justice Department's $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization" fund and said he "gave up a lot of money" by allowing its creation.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
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Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
U.S. steps up Ebola prevention efforts
The U.S. is stepping up efforts to prevent Ebola from entering the country through its airports, with one flight diverted to Canada on Wednesday evening. Ian Lee reports from Detroit.
U.S. doctor with Ebola feared he "wasn't going to make it" before evacuation
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with the missionary group Serge in Congo when he was infected with Ebola.
Is "fibermaxxing" good for your health?
Health and fitness influencers are pushing people to consume more fiber. Keri Glassman, Nutritious Life founder and CEO, joins with her take.
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Fake political party led by an AI cockroach overruns Indian politics
The satirical "Cockroach Janta Party" calls itself a "political front of the youth, by the youth, for the youth." India's government may be trying to squash it.
NATO allies welcome Trump's turnaround on Poland troop deployment
Trump says 5,000 U.S. troops will head for Poland, a week after the White House said a planned deployment of 4,000 was being nixed.
Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
2 climbers die on Everest as record-holder warns of overcrowding
At least five climbers have died during this Everest season. A U.S. and a Czech climber died on Mount Makalu earlier this month.
Body found stuffed in barrel linked to Belgrade police chief
Police found the body of a man stuffed in a barrel following a shooting in a restaurant that led to the arrest of Belgrade's police chief, prosecutors said.
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New movies to watch this summer
Major franchises are bringing new movies to a theater near you this summer. Fandango's Erik Davis joins with more.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Ella Bright on "Off Campus" success
"Off Campus" star Ella Bright joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the show's success, learning to sing and play the guitar for her role, and why her character's love story resonates with fans.
Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
"The Late Show" ends after 33 years on TV
Stephen Colbert signed off from "The Late Show" on Thursday night, ushering in a new era following its legendary 33-year run. Writer Mark Malkoff joins CBS News with more.
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CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
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.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
Science
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Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
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Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Jurors in Kouri Richins trial speak out
Utah mom and author Kouri Richins was sentenced last week to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 2022 murder of her husband. Richins has maintained her innocence. In a new episode of "48 Hours," two jurors discuss the key evidence that led them to convict Richins. Natalie Morales reports.
Charges dropped in teacher's shooting
A Virginia judge dropped neglect charges against a school administrator after a teacher claimed she had been warned about a student before a shooting occurred. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Body found stuffed in barrel linked to Belgrade police chief
Police found the body of a man stuffed in a barrel following a shooting in a restaurant that led to the arrest of Belgrade's police chief, prosecutors said.
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SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Marco Rubio slams Iran over Strait of Hormuz
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is commenting on talks with Iran aimed at reaching a peace deal. Dan Raviv, "The Mossad Files" host and journalist, joins CBS News with more.
Former Israel army intelligence chief on Iran
Amos Yadlin, a former Israeli military intelligence chief, spoke to CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab about what he thinks will happen next in the Iran war as diplomatic efforts to reach a peace deal continue. This comes as President Trump stalls resuming strikes against Tehran at the behest of American allies in the Middle East.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning from Trump's Cabinet
Tulsi Gabbard, President Trump's director of national intelligence, has announced her resignation. CBS News' Weijia Jiang, Sam Vinograd and Nicole Sganga report.
DNI Tulsi Gabbard resigning post
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has announced her upcoming resignation from President Trump's Cabinet. Tony Dokoupil anchored this CBS News special report.
ICE funding vote delayed in Congress
Lawmakers are not convening on Capitol Hill amid discord over the Justice Department's establishment of an "anti-weaponization" fund. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.