Trump says Medal of Freedom "equivalent" to and "better" than Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the nation's highest military award for bravery in combat, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor.
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Union soldiers receive posthumous Medal of Honor
Union soldiers Philip Shadrach and George Wilson were posthumously honored Wednesday by President Biden with the Medal of Honor for their courage in the "Great Locomotive Chase," in which they went deep behind Confederate lines and stole a train in Marietta, Georgia. They ran the train north, tearing up tracks and cutting telegraph wires as they went. David Martin has more.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to Union soldiers
President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to two Union soldiers who were captured and hanged for their participation in the "Great Locomotive Chase" in Georgia in 1862. The soldiers' descendants accepted the medals on their behalf. Watch the ceremony.
Ralph Puckett Jr., awarded Medal of Honor by Biden in 2021, dies at 97
Ralph Puckett Jr., a retired Army colonel who was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2021 for heroism during the Korean War, died at age 97.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to Vietnam War pilot Larry Taylor
Larry Taylor rescued his fellow servicemembers during a firefight in Vietnam.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to hero pilot
President Biden on Tuesday awarded the Medal of Honor to 81-year-old retired Captain Larry L. Taylor, a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War who flew hundreds of missions and risked his life to save fellow servicemen caught in a firefight.
Medal of Honor recipient receives long-overdue recognition
The retired colonel's Medal of Honor paperwork vanished twice at the height of the civil rights movement.
Veteran awarded Medal of Honor 58 years late
Paris Davis, one of the first Black officers of the Green Berets, was nominated for a Medal of Honor after risking his own life and saving three men in 1965. However, his paperwork vanished, and it took a decades-long fight to finally get him the award. Catherine Herridge reports.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to Vietnam War veteran
Ret. Col. Paris Davis, a Vietnam War veteran and one of the first Black officers to serve in the Green Berets, was awarded the Medal of Honor Friday by President Biden. Catherine Herridge has his story.
Biden awards long-delayed Medal of Honor
President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to one of the first Black officers to be a part of U.S. Special Forces. The recognition for retired Colonel Paris Davis comes after a nearly 60-year delay. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on the ceremony, plus Mr. Biden's meeting today with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to Green Beret for heroism in Vietnam
Davis was one of the first Black officers in the Army's elite Green Berets. His nomination for the nation's highest combat decoration vanished twice at the height of the civil rights movement.
Green Beret gets Medal of Honor
Retired Col. Paris Davis, one of the first African-American officers in the elite U.S. Army Green Berets, is receiving the Medal of Honor after nearly six decades of delays. The award recognizes that he saved the lives of two of his soldiers at a battle in Vietnam. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge spoke with Col. Davis and his daughter about what the honor means to them.
Biden awards Medal of Honor
President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor on Thursday to Paris Davis, a retired U.S. Army colonel who rescued several injured soldiers amid heavy fighting in Vietnam in 1965. Davis was one of the first Black officers in the Army's Green Berets, and his nomination for the medal mysteriously vanished twice after he returned home from the war. The president called him "an incredible man" before bestowing the honor. Watch the White House ceremony.
The Saturday Six: Bruce Willis' diagnosis, Internet Explorer's end and more
In case you missed it, a New Jersey restaurant banned kids under 10 and a Black Vietnam veteran finally got his Medal of Honor after a decades-long delay.
Vietnam hero gets Medal of Honor
Decades after his original nomination went missing, one of the first Black members of the Army's elite Green Berets will receive the Medal of Honor. Catherine Herridge originally reported on this two years ago, and caught up with Ret. Col. Paris Davis as he reacts to his new honor.
Black veteran's nearly 60-year wait for Medal of Honor may almost be over
Col. Paris Davis (ret.) was first recommended for the nation's highest combat honor in 1965, but the packet of recommendations for the medal was lost.
Here Comes the Sun: Hershel "Woody" Williams and more
In honor of Gold Star Mother's and Family's Day, we remember Medal of Honor recipient Hershel "Woody" Williams, who sat down with David Martin to discuss his service to his country. Also, Lesley Stahl visits a not-for-profit farm in New Jersey for abused and neglected animals. "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."
A Vietnam veteran's epic poem of war
Soldiers often write memoirs about their time in combat. One Medal of Honor recipient, retired Green Beret John Duffy, has written poetry about one of the biggest battles of the Vietnam War.
A Medal of Honor recipient's epic poem of war
Soldiers often write memoirs about their time in combat. One Medal of Honor recipient, retired Green Beret John Duffy, has written an epic poem about one of the biggest battles of the Vietnam War. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin talks with Duffy about "The Battle for 'Charlie.'"
Biden awards Medal of Honor to war veterans
Nearly half a century after the end of the Vietnam war, President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to four veterans for their service. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 4 Vietnam War vets
President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to four U.S. Army soldiers for "incredible heroism" during the Vietnam War. David Martin shares more on the recipients.
President Biden awards Medal of Honor
President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to four U.S. Army veterans, one posthumously, for their acts of bravery in the Vietnam War. Watch the president's remarks.
Remembering WWII Medal of Honor recipient Hershel "Woody" Williams
We look back at the life of Marine Cpl. Williams, a hero at the Battle of Iwo Jima, who died this week at 98, and whose service to his country, and his gallantry, did not end at the close of the Second World War.
Remembering Medal of Honor recipient Hershel "Woody" Williams
During the Battle of Iwo Jima, in the face of powerful enemy resistance, Marine Cpl. Hershel "Woody" Williams succeeded in destroying several heavily-defended machine-gun pillboxes, and was awarded the Medal of Honor. But his service to his country, and his gallantry, did not end there. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that originally aired on May 30, 2021, Williams (who died on June 29 at the age of 98) talked with CBS News national security correspondent David Martin about his efforts for Gold Star families.
Last remaining WWII Medal of Honor recipient dies at 98
Hershel W. "Woody" Williams, the last remaining Medal of Honor recipient from World War II, has died at age 98.
Satellite images show devastation in North Carolina as deaths mount
Satellite images taken after Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina show washed-out streets and buildings, downed trees, and more.
U.S. warships and aircraft strike over a dozen Houthi targets in Yemen
The U.S. military on Friday struck multiple Houthi targets in Yemen a week after the Pentagon blamed the Houthis for an unsuccessful "complex attack" near U.S. Navy ships.
Intel bulletin warns of domestic extremists with "election-related grievances"
Political candidates, elected officials and election workers are some of the potential targets, the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI warned.
Helene relief efforts led to about 30 mid-air close calls over North Carolina
The close calls resulted from a spike in aircraft that included planes, helicopters and drones arriving in western North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
How Secret Service will secure Trump's return Saturday to Butler, Pennsylvania
Trump is returning Saturday to Butler, Pennsylvania, for a rally at the site of the first assassination attempt against him.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp appears with Trump for first time since 2020
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp endorsed former President Donald Trump, despite Trump's criticism of him over 2020 presidential election.
Former New York Gov. Paterson, stepson attacked while walking in NYC
Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson were attacked in New York City on Friday night.
Hurricane Kirk remains a powerful Category 4 storm in the Atlantic
Meanwhile, Hurricane Leslie strengthened into a Category 1 storm in the eastern Atlantic, but it also was not yet deemed a threat to land.
Dolly Parton to donate $1 million to Hurricane Helene relief efforts
Dolly Parton said the $1 million will go to the Mountain Ways Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing immediate assistance to Hurricane Helene flood victims.
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Helene destroyed their North Carolina campground, but they're staying put
On the website of the Mountain River Family Campground, old customers and total strangers began reserving campsites, leaving comments like, "I know we can't come."
Dolly Parton to donate $1 million to Hurricane Helene relief efforts
Dolly Parton said the $1 million will go to the Mountain Ways Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing immediate assistance to Hurricane Helene flood victims.
Judge denies request from student punished over hair to return to school
A federal judge denied a request by a Black student in Texas for a court order his lawyers say would have allowed him to return to his high school without fear of having his previous punishment over his hairstyle resume.
Helene relief efforts led to about 30 mid-air close calls over North Carolina
The close calls resulted from a spike in aircraft that included planes, helicopters and drones arriving in western North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
Yellow jackets swarm North Carolina, prompting Benadryl, EpiPen requests
Deadly flooding from Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina has disrupted the underground nests of yellow jackets, bees and other insects.
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Hospitals across the U.S. face IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene
With one major medical supplier's production hubs closed, hospitals say they are rationing IV fluid bags and employing other conservation measures.
JPMorgan Chase denies Trump's claim that CEO Jamie Dimon endorsed him
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon "has not endorsed a candidate," bank says, refuting former president's claim on social media.
Most people hit by Hurricane Helene do not have flood insurance
Outside of Florida, roughly 99% of homeowners that sustained flooding are not covered, Insurance Information Institute estimates.
Social Security will set 2025 COLA within days. Here's what to know.
The Social Security Administration will set its 2025 cost-of-living adjustment within days. Here's what the experts say.
Trump Media & Technology chief operating officer resigns
Trump Media exec's exit comes as Truth Social's parent company is ordered to hand over nearly 800,000 shares to an investor.
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VP debate highlights from the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz met in New York for the CBS News vice presidential debate. Here are the highlights.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Watch JD Vance's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance said Americans "need a new direction" as he closed out the only VP debate before the November election.
Watch Tim Walz's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris' coalition of supporters, praising her for bringing "joy" to politics.
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Yellow jackets swarm North Carolina, prompting Benadryl, EpiPen requests
Deadly flooding from Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina has disrupted the underground nests of yellow jackets, bees and other insects.
Hospitals across the U.S. face IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene
With one major medical supplier's production hubs closed, hospitals say they are rationing IV fluid bags and employing other conservation measures.
New CDC website shows if COVID or flu is on the rise in 2024
It centers around a sweeping new weekly metric called "acute respiratory illness."
Majority of kids worry about school. Psychiatrist shares tips to ease anxiety.
A majority of kids have school-related worries and there are ways to help ease their stress. A psychiatrist shares tips.
Some apple cider could make you sick. Here's what to know.
Apple cider is a seasonal treat, but there are health risks when it comes to drinking unpasteurized products. Here's what to know.
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French judge in mass rape case to allow public to see video evidence
A French judge in the trial of dozens of men accused of raping an unconscious woman decided to allow the public to see some video recordings of the alleged rapes.
U.S. warships and aircraft strike over a dozen Houthi targets in Yemen
The U.S. military on Friday struck multiple Houthi targets in Yemen a week after the Pentagon blamed the Houthis for an unsuccessful "complex attack" near U.S. Navy ships.
"Golden owl" treasure hunt launched decades ago has finally ended
A 31-year-long treasure hunt that drew in thousands of enthusiasts across France appears to have come to an end.
Child dies from rabies after bat found in room, officials say
"The parents looked, didn't see any signs of a bite or scratches or saliva, and didn't seek getting a rabies vaccine," a health official said.
Russian "spy whale" cause of death revealed by police
The tame beluga had been nicknamed "Hvaldimir," combining the Norwegian word for whale - hval - and the first name of Russia's president.
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Dolly Parton to donate $1 million to Hurricane Helene relief efforts
Dolly Parton said the $1 million will go to the Mountain Ways Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing immediate assistance to Hurricane Helene flood victims.
"Golden owl" treasure hunt launched decades ago has finally ended
A 31-year-long treasure hunt that drew in thousands of enthusiasts across France appears to have come to an end.
Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit
A hair and makeup artist claims that country music star Garth Brooks raped her five years ago in a Los Angeles hotel. Brooks denies the claims and says he went to court to stop the woman from filing the lawsuit.
Bruce Springsteen endorses Harris, condemns Trump
Rock star Bruce Springsteen spoke out in a video and said Trump should be disqualified from ever being president again.
TV and film reboots are thriving—here's why
From "Frasier" to blockbuster films, reboots are everywhere this fall. Variety TV critic Aramide Tinubu breaks down the nostalgia-driven trend and why eight of the 10 highest-grossing films of all time are either reboots or sequels.
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Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
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.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
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Maps show which states could see northern lights this weekend
The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
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Former New York Gov. Paterson, stepson attacked while walking in NYC
Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson were attacked in New York City on Friday night.
Teen critically wounded in shooting on Philadelphia bus; one person in custody
A shooting on a SEPTA bus critically injured a teenage boy and led to a pursuit throughout Philadelphia Friday evening.
French judge in mass rape case to allow public to see video evidence
A French judge in the trial of dozens of men accused of raping an unconscious woman decided to allow the public to see some video recordings of the alleged rapes.
Intel bulletin warns of domestic extremists with "election-related grievances"
Political candidates, elected officials and election workers are some of the potential targets, the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI warned.
Tyre Nichols trial mixed verdict
Three officers charged in connection to the beating death of Tyre Nichols received mixed verdicts Thursday in Memphis, Tennessee. CBS News' Elise Preston breaks down the trial's results.
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Maps show which states could see northern lights this weekend
The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
New Vulcan rocket takes off on second test flight
Despite an apparent problem with one of two strap-on boosters, the Vulcan reached orbit and otherwise performed as expected.
Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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The Uplift: Steve Gleason and more
NFL legend Steve Gleason shares his experience with ALS in a heartfelt conversation with David Begnaud. A man whose life changed drastically in a split second is using the life-changing event to inspire others. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
Eye on America: Inside an extreme sports camp
In Pennsylvania, we visit a sleepaway camp that’s training the next generation of extreme sports stars. And in South Carolina, we see how public libraries are evolving to better serve the growing and diverse needs of its community members. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Trump to return to Butler, Pennsylvania
Former President Donald Trump is set to return to the site of the first assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday with an "extremely enhanced" security apparatus. Meanwhile, former President Barack Obama is expected to campaign for Vice President Kamala Harris starting Thursday. CBS News political correspondent Caitlyn Huey-Burns and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes have the latest.
Study shows travel can slow aging
A new study from the Edith Cowan University in Australia says leisurely travel can help slow down the aging process by helping to "alleviate chronic stress, dampen over-activation of the immune system and encourage normal functioning of the self-defense system." The study's lead researcher Fangli Hu joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the findings.
Garth Brooks accused of rape, sexual assault
A lawsuit filed Thursday accused country music singer Garth Brooks of alleged sexual assault and battery. Brooks denied it and said he filed his own lawsuit last month against the plaintiff for "extortion and defamation of character." CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas reports.