McDonald's Monopoly Game sweepstakes returns after nearly 10 years
McDonald's is bringing back its Monopoly after nearly a decade, with prizes ranging from $1,000,000 in cash to a 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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McDonald's revives Extra Value Meals to woo budget-conscious diners
McDonald's is expanding its value menu as low-income customers dial back their spending on fast food. Here's when the new prices kick in.
Almost half of adults say they are ordering kids' meals. Here's why.
Adult customers admit to ordering from kids' menus to save money and eat smaller portions, a new survey shows.
Consumers are skipping their usual fast-food breakfasts. Here's why.
Americans are reining in their spending at fast-food restaurants as they continue to face economic uncertainty.
McDonald's Japan scraps Pokemon card Happy Meals after grownups get greedy
McDonald's Japan has canceled a Happy Meal campaign that came with coveted Pokemon cards, apologizing after resellers rushed to buy the meals and then discarded the food, leaving trash outside stores.
Wendy's is struggling as low-income consumers cut back
Wendy's is facing softer consumer demand, with households earning less than $50,000 planning to cut back on eating out.
McDonald's will test 10 CosMc's inspired drinks at select restaurants
McDonald's will bring cold coffees, crafted sodas and other CosMc's-inspired drinks to select stores in a trial run of a new beverages.
Snack Wrap redux: How McD's is refreshing its menu to lure back customers
McDonald's is reviving its long-lamented Snack Wrap and leaning into affordable eats as it looks to reverse a rare sales slump.
McDonald's fires CEO
McDonald's fired CEO Steve Easterbrook after the company learned he had a consensual relationship with an employee. Now, the head of the company's human resources department is out as well. Jericka Duncan reports.
McDonald's Snack Wrap is returning to U.S. menus. Here's what to know.
McDonald's iconic Snack Wrap is returning to the fast-food chain's menu on July 10.
McDonald's says it will close CosMc's. Here are the locations.
McDonald's will shutter all standalone CosMc's locations starting next month ager two years after launching the chain in 2023.
Where around the U.S. you'll pay the most for fast food
The average cost of a fast-food meal in the U.S. is now $11.56 in major cities across the U.S., according to LendingTree.
Here Comes The Sun: Jeff Bridges and ice cream
Actor Jeff Bridges talks about his ongoing career which started when he was only a few months old. He sits down with Ben Mankiewicz to also discuss how he overcame COVID-19 and cancer. Also, the story behind McDonald’s mysterious ice cream machines. "Here Comes The Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
What's open and closed on Easter 2025?
Check out the list of the supermarkets, retailers, and fast food chains that are open on Easter and which are closed.
Target is ending its diversity goals
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Is anything open on Christmas Day? Here's what's open and closed.
Last-minute grocery items and gifts can be found on Christmas Day, but many retailers and chains may be closed today.
Latest news on CEO killing
The New York City Police Department announced that 26-year-old Luigi Mangione was arrested in Pennsylvania after a McDonald's worker apparently called authorities with information matching the description of a person of interest in the case. CBS News' Anna Schecter, Tom Hanson and Rikki Klieman break down what's known in the case of the UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing, and Felipe Rodriguez, a former NYPD detective, provides his take on the investigation.
CEO killing person of interest found
The New York City Police Department confirmed that a person of interest flagged in Altoona, Pennsylvania, who matches the description of the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is in custody and is being questioned. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser anchored a special report on the manhunt.
E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's is over, CDC says
The CDC and FDA have closed their investigations into an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers after determining there is no longer a safety risk.
McDonald's will serve up a McValue offering in 2025. Here's what's in it.
McDonald's wants to make dining at its restaurants affordable for customers again with new value offerings.
McDonald's pulls espresso drinks from some U.S. menus
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
McDonald's investing $100 million to lure customers after E.coli outbreak
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said slivered onions on the McDonald's Quarter Pounders were the likely source of the E. coli.
McDonald's E. coli outbreak has sickened more than 100 people
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
E. coli symptoms to know after McDonald's linked to outbreak
McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers have been linked to an outbreak of E. coli, a bacteria that can make people sick. Here's what to know.
McDonald's surpasses earnings expectations
Fast food giant McDonald's reported its third quarter results Tuesday morning with revenue beating Wall Street's expectations at around $6.9 billion. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has a look at the numbers.
Federal agents clash with protesters day after ICE officer fatally shoots woman
An ICE officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Senate advances war powers resolution to limit further Trump strikes on Venezuela
Five Republicans joined all Democrats in voted to advance the measure toward toward limiting President Trump's ability to further strike Venezuela.
Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran facing "nationwide internet blackout," monitoring group says, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
What we know about Renee Good, the driver shot and killed by ICE agent
Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother, was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent on Wednesday in Minneapolis.
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Trump lays out Venezuela oil strategy; Senate advances war powers measure
Days after ex-Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was captured in an overnight attack, some Democrats and a Republican are pushing to block future U.S. strikes.
Noem says ICE officer who shot woman in Minneapolis "followed his training"
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Minnesota authorities "don't have any jurisdiction in this investigation."
Minnesota investigators say FBI blocked them from accessing ICE shooting evidence
The Minnesota agency tasked with investigating the killing of a U.S. citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent has withdrawn from the case, alleging federal authorities have restricted its access to evidence.
House to vote on partial funding package as Congress races to avoid shutdown
The House is set to vote on bipartisan legislation to fund several federal agencies and programs as lawmakers work to avert another government shutdown later this month.
House poised to approve 3-year health care tax credit extension
The House is on track to approve a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits, with a growing number of Republicans poised to back the measure.
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Trump lashes out at GOP senators who voted to limit Venezuela war powers
Republican Sens. Todd Young, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Rand Paul and Josh Hawley voted with all Democrats to advance the measure.
IRS says tax returns can be filed starting Jan. 26. Here's what to know.
Taxpayers can start filing their 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26, 2026, the IRS says.
Minneapolis police chief says "this was entirely predictable" after ICE shooting
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara spoke to "CBS Mornings" after an ICE agent fatally shot a woman Wednesday, saying "this has been building over the course of several weeks."
Noem defends ICE officer who shot woman in Minneapolis as having "followed his training"
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Minnesota authorities "don't have any jurisdiction in this investigation."
U.S. trade gap shrinks to lowest level since 2009 as imports fall
The U.S. trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed in October amid declines in imports of pharmaceuticals and gold.
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IRS says tax returns can be filed starting Jan. 26. Here's what to know.
Taxpayers can start filing their 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26, 2026, the IRS says.
U.S. trade gap shrinks to lowest level since 2009 as imports fall
The U.S. trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed in October amid declines in imports of pharmaceuticals and gold.
Trump says he'll ban large investors from buying single-family homes
President Trump said "people live in homes, not corporations," in announcing plans to bar big investors from home purchases.
Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount Skydance's latest hostile bid
Warner Bros. Discovery's board again urged shareholders to reject Paramount Skydance's offer, calling it inferior to Netflix's bid
Pilot who landed jet after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him
Captain Brandon Fisher was commended for helping ensure none of the 177 people aboard flight 1282 were killed when the blowout happened in January 2024.
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Trump lashes out at GOP senators who voted to limit Venezuela war powers
Republican Sens. Todd Young, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Rand Paul and Josh Hawley voted with all Democrats to advance the measure.
Judge disqualifies acting U.S. attorney handling two James investigations
John Sarcone is the fifth of the administration's picks for U.S. attorney who were serving in a temporary capacity and have been disqualified by a federal judge.
FBI taking over Renee Good killing investigation, Minnesota investigators say
The Minnesota agency tasked with investigating the killing of a U.S. citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent has withdrawn from the case, alleging federal authorities have restricted its access to evidence.
Noem defends ICE officer who shot woman in Minneapolis as having "followed his training"
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Minnesota authorities "don't have any jurisdiction in this investigation."
Retired ICE agent breaks down deadly Minneapolis shooting video
CBS News watched bystander video of the deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis frame-by-frame with retired ICE agent Eric Balliet to discuss the tactics used. He raised a few key points that dispute the DHS narrative of what happened.
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RFK Jr. says it may be "better" if fewer children receive the flu vaccine
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed there is "no scientific evidence" the flu vaccine prevents hospitalizations or death in children, despite previous CDC guidance.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
Flu cases surge across U.S.
There have been at least 11 million cases of the flu so far this season. As cases climb, doctor visits for the flu have hit their highest level in almost three decades, the CDC says. Skyler Henry reports.
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Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran facing "nationwide internet blackout," monitoring group says, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
Pope Leo asks cardinals to help him "point the way for our path ahead"
Pope Leo XIV, the Catholic Church's first ever American leader, appears to signal a more inclusive leadership style than his predecessor.
Could the Iran protests "be a turning point" for its Islamic rulers?
Iran's exiled crown prince wants Iranians to seize the momentum of mass protests, and one analyst believes it could prove a tipping point.
Police reportedly to question bar owners after deadly ski resort blaze
A lawyer for victims' families hopes police questioning the Swiss bar's French owners means "a welcome resurgence of the investigation" into the deadly blaze.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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Meet the team behind "The Traitors"
The drama and deceit of the Emmy-winning reality show "The Traitors" returns in season four with a star-studded cast. Anthony Mason got a behind-the-scenes look at the show with host Alan Cumming.
Holly Hunter on "Star Trek" series
Academy Award winner Holly Hunter is starring in the new Paramount+ original series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" as the Star Trek franchise marks its 60th anniversary. She talks with CBS Mornings about the series and being part of the Star Trek legacy.
Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Sophie Turner talks new thriller "Steal"
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner is starring in a new thriller series called "Steal." She plays Zara, who works at a London pension fund investment company when thieves force her to help them steal billions of dollars. She talks to CBS Mornings about the series, how she prepared for the role and rising to fame in "Game of Thrones."
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
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AI company, Google settle lawsuit over Florida teen's suicide linked to chatbot
The terms of the settlement, which was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, were not disclosed.
AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
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.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
Nvidia announces "Vera Rubin" AI platform
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the new "Vera Rubin" AI platform at CES on Monday. CNET reporter David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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Trump, Vance reacted to the ICE shooting
President Trump and Vice President JD Vance are reacting to the shooting that occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday where an ICE officer shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Good. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Noem on ICE officer who killed Renee Good
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem took questions from reporters Thursday, a day after an ICE officer shot and killed Renee Good near protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
What we know about Renee Good
Details are emerging about Renee Good, the 37-year-old U.S. citizen and mother who was fatally shot in Minneapolis, Minnesota, by an ICE officer. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Minneapolis police chief on ICE shooting
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss the shooting involving an ICE officer where Renee Good was killed.
Calls for review of Epstein files release
Survivors, lawmakers and watchdog groups are seeking a review of the Department of Justice's actions related to the release of files on Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
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NASA considers bringing space crew home due to medical issue
NASA said the unidentified astronaut is "stable," but the agency is considering all options, including a possible early return to Earth for Crew 11
Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Gov. Tim Walz says "leave Minnesota alone"
Gov. Tim Walz said "Minnesota must be part of this investigation" after state officials withdrew from the probe into Wednesday's deadly ICE shooting after the FBI restricted them from accessing evidence in the case.
House to vote on health care tax subsidies
The House of Representatives is preparing to vote on potentially reviving the health care tax subsidies that were instituted by the Affordable Care Act, which expired when 2026 began. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Twins Cities activist on fatal ICE shooting
Dieu Do, an immigrant rights activist in Minneapolis, joins CBS News with her reaction to news that Wednesday's fatal ICE shooting of a woman is being investigated by the FBI exclusively.
Trump, Vance reacted to the ICE shooting
President Trump and Vice President JD Vance are reacting to the shooting that occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday where an ICE officer shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Good. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Noem on ICE officer who killed Renee Good
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem took questions from reporters Thursday, a day after an ICE officer shot and killed Renee Good near protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.