Feds: Scam targeting grandparents eliminated
Federal law enforcement officials say they have taken down a coordinated scam ring that targeted grandparents. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex has the details.
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Federal law enforcement officials say they have taken down a coordinated scam ring that targeted grandparents. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex has the details.
Ride-share giant Lyft is defending its commitment to safety after 19 women allege they were sexually harassed, abused or raped by Lyft drivers. A lawsuit filed Wednesday says the company’s “response to this sexual predator crisis amongst Lyft drivers has been appallingly inadequate." Jamie Yuccas reports.
There have been many headlines about the future of self-driving vehicles – cars that would never get drowsy, never get impaired by alcohol, and never be distracted by cell phones. Well, that future is closer than you think, as David Pogue finds out when he surveys a landscape that features the Tesla Autopilot, and Lyft's self-driving taxis. Pogue also talks with Jason Torchinsky, author of "Robot, Take the Wheel: The Road to Autonomous Cars and the Lost Art of Driving."
Self-driving cars may reshape more than our streets. In this web exclusive, correspondent David Pogue talks to John Zimmer, co-founder and president of the Lyft ride-sharing service, about the future of transportation, and what will change as new technologies make us less and less dependent on owning a car. Don't miss Pogue's report on autonomous vehicles on "No Exit!," a "CBS Sunday Morning" primetime special, Friday, May 17 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
A Detroit rapper is suing rideshare company Lyft after a driver allegedly refused to give her a ride because of her weight.
With just 45 days to go until Uber and Lyft plan to leave Minnesota, other rideshare companies are already rolling in with intentions of picking up the slack.
Uber and Lyft let travelers reserve trips in advance but the service comes with extra costs some people aren't aware of. Lyft says riders can lock in the price and avoid surges. Uber assures users can see the fare calculation breakdown, including the reservation fee, before booking and says the process is beneficial to drivers. Clint Henderson, managing editor for The Points Guy, joined CBS News to talk about his views of the impact on riders.
Thousands of rideshare drivers for Lyft, Uber and DoorDash were expected to launch a Valentine's Day strike by turning off their apps in protest of their pay and working conditions. Anne-Marie Green has a breakdown of the stoppage.
Lyft said its drivers will earn at least 70% of their clients' fares after external fees such as insurance and taxes.
Lyft CEO David Risher was hired in April 2023 to save the struggling ride-hailing company. He joins "CBS Mornings" for a closer look at some of the new features Lyft has rolled out and shares his plans for the company going forward.
Tech companies large and small are slashing their payrolls, fearing a recession is on the way. Here's a running list.
Co-founder John Zimmer said the new features "should, over time, be the most affordable way to manage your vehicle."
First on “CBS Mornings,” rideshare company Lyft is launching new services for its customers who own cars. Co-founder and CEO John Zimmer sat down exclusively with Anna Werner to talk about the new services, the company's future, and its competition.
More than 7,500 Twitter employees brace for layoffs amid Elon Musk takeover. This comes as other technology companies prepare to slash their workforces. Chief Media Correspondent for Business Insider Claire Adkinson joins CBS News Mornings with the latest.
With the economy starting to sputter, companies ranging from Lyft to Amazon are moving to cut jobs.
Ride-sharing company is testing a feature that lets users of its app book a parking spot, like a hotel reservation.
Rule would make it harder for companies to skirt minimum wage and overtime laws by classifying workers as contractors.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is announcing a hiring freeze for the first time as its stock down is down 60% this year. This comes as more tech companies are laying off staff due to market slowdown. Business Insider reporter Samantha Delouya joins "CBS News Mornings" with the latest.
Robert Mueller to testify publicly in July; Supreme Court may hand down decisions
The tech industry saw massive gains during the pandemic, but an economic downturn has left some businesses in financial jeopardy. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joined Tony Dokoupil and Lana Zak to discuss the layoffs and hiring freezes happening at top tech companies.
Uber is bringing back the feature that allows passengers to share rides with strangers for a discounted fare.
Uber and Lyft riders and drivers may now leave their masks at home, after a judge struck down a federal mask mandate.
New Yorkers shared screenshots of soaring rideshare prices after at least 10 shot in attack that halted train service.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is meeting with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday in New York.
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
Michael Ortega Casanova is one of four people who were killed after people aboard a U.S.-registered speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuba's border patrol.
Federal drug enforcement investigators targeted Jeffrey Epstein and 14 others in a yearslong probe first reported by CBS News.
The release of Nancy Guthrie's home in Tucson, Arizona, comes nearly four weeks after she was reported missing on Feb. 1.
They all worked on former Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation into President Trump's retention of classified records.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic until Friday at 5 p.m. to grant the military unresticted use of its AI technology.
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
Columbia University's president says a student was detained by federal agents Thursday morning at one of its residential buildings.
The release of Nancy Guthrie's home in Tucson, Arizona, comes nearly four weeks after she was reported missing on Feb. 1.
The Federal Trade Commission, joined by 11 states, claimed that the retail giant deceived its employees about pay and the tips they could earn.
A federal judge is weighing whether to dismiss the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia on the grounds the prosecution is vindictive.
Ford said a tech glitch can increase the risk of a crash for vehicles towing a trailer. Here's what to look for.
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to allow it to end temporary deportation protections for thousands of Syrian immigrants living in the U.S.
The Federal Trade Commission, joined by 11 states, claimed that the retail giant deceived its employees about pay and the tips they could earn.
Ford said a tech glitch can increase the risk of a crash for vehicles towing a trailer. Here's what to look for.
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave the AI company Anthropic an ultimatum about the military's use of its technology, known as Claude.
A federal judge is weighing whether to dismiss the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia on the grounds the prosecution is vindictive.
Columbia University's president says a student was detained by federal agents Thursday morning at one of its residential buildings.
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to allow it to end temporary deportation protections for thousands of Syrian immigrants living in the U.S.
As U.S. and Ukrainian officials meet to talk peace, Russia launches drones and missiles and makes it clear there's no rush in Moscow for a ceasefire.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic until Friday at 5 p.m. to grant the military unresticted use of its AI technology.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
The founder of a Kenyan recruitment agency stands accused of deceiving and then trafficking young Kenyans to fight in Russia's war on Ukraine.
As U.S. and Ukrainian officials meet to talk peace, Russia launches drones and missiles and makes it clear there's no rush in Moscow for a ceasefire.
Michael Ortega Casanova is one of four people who were killed after people aboard a U.S.-registered speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuba's border patrol.
Naval personnel also seized "thousands of liters and kilos of chemical precursors," the Secretariat of the Navy said Wednesday.
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
Toccara Jones, who competed in the "America's Next Top Model" reality show, joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings with her take on the new Netflix documentary exploring the competition show created by Tyra Banks.
Jacob Tierney, the creator, writer, director and executive producer of "Heated Rivalry," and Brendan Brady, who is also an executive producer on the show, speak to "CBS Mornings" about the success, why it resonates with a diverse group of people and what to expect from its second season.
In the premiere of "Survivor 50," contestant Jenna Lewis-Dougherty was voted out at the first trial council. But in a surprise, castaway Kyle Fraser was also eliminated after hurting his achilles tendon during the immunity challenge. Lewis-Dougherty and Fraser speak to "CBS Mornings" about their experience on the show and how they've been changed by the game.
Actor and comedian Deon Cole is back to host the NAACP Image Awards. Cole joins CBS News with more on what to expect.
"Survivor" returns Wednesday for its 50th season, featuring fan-favorite contestants over the past 25 years. "CBS Mornings" has a preview of the historic season.
Everest Nevraumont, an AI advocate who attends a school that prioritizes the technology, joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more on her experience as first lady Melania Trump's guest at the State of the Union address.
More details are emerging about an apparent deal for OpenAI to obtain $100 billion. Puck's Ian Krietzberg joins CBS News with more on the latest artificial intelligence power play.
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.
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
When a deadly avalanche struck outside Lake Tahoe, California, an iPhone feature allowed the surviving skiers to get the help they needed. Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to explain.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
The release of Nancy Guthrie's home in Tucson, Arizona, comes nearly four weeks after she was reported missing on Feb. 1.
The founder of a Kenyan recruitment agency stands accused of deceiving and then trafficking young Kenyans to fight in Russia's war on Ukraine.
Members of the House Oversight Committee will depose former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on what she knew about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This comes as more world leaders face mounting scrutiny over new details revealed in the Epstein files. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
At least 10 FBI employees who investigated President Trump's handling of classified information at Mar-a-Lago have been fired, sources tell CBS News. Errol Barnett reports.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton are set to be deposed in connection with the Epstein files, as tech giant Bill Gates and President Trump face renewed scrutiny over their apparent links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Fixing the Space Launch System rocket's helium pressurization problem has pushed the Artemis II launch to at least April 1.
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke said he was the crew member whose medical issue required a group of space station fliers to return to Earth earlier than planned last month.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Toccara Jones, who competed in the "America's Next Top Model" reality show, joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings with her take on the new Netflix documentary exploring the competition show created by Tyra Banks.
There is still no consensus in Congress on funding for the Department of Homeland Security. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
President Trump's State of the Union address included mentions of a $1,000 match for some retirement plans and more on the administration's economic policies. CBS News' Jill Schlesinger breaks down the remarks.
Everest Nevraumont, an AI advocate who attends a school that prioritizes the technology, joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more on her experience as first lady Melania Trump's guest at the State of the Union address.
Songwriter Diane Warren has written songs for legendary singers and earned 17 Oscar nominations over her career. In the "CBS Mornings" series "Note to Self" she speaks to her 13-year-old self, reflecting on the challenges she's faced and her resilience.