Marian Robinson, mother of Michelle Obama, dies at 86
Marian Robinson, the mother of former first lady Michelle Obama, has died at the age of 86, her family announced Friday.
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Rosalynn Carter honored at tribute service
The nation said goodbye Tuesday to former first lady Rosalynn Carter. Family, friends and dignitaries were in attendance for the service at the Glenn Memorial Church in Atlanta. Mark Strassmann has more details.
First ladies to attend Carter memorial
President Biden, former President Clinton and first ladies Jill Biden, Hillary Clinton, Laura Bush, Michelle Obama and Melania Trump will be among the dignitaries in Atlanta Tuesday attending a memorial service for Rosalynn Carter. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
3 powerful women want to end child marriage
Megha Mohan, BBC World Service gender and identity correspondent, travels to Malawi where she speaks with former first lady Michelle Obama, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney and philanthropist Melinda French Gates as they launch their ambitious joint project to tackle the issue of underage girls being sold off as child brides in Africa.
Chef José Andrés unveils new book
World renowned chef and humanitarian José Andrés joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his non-profit's first cookbook, "The World Central Kitchen Cookbook: Feeding Humanity, Feeding Hope." He discusses the book's message and the special contributors like former first lady Michelle Obama and Meghan Markle, and highlights the volunteers that make a difference at World Central Kitchen.
Obamas react to affirmative action decision
Former first lady Michelle Obama said her "heart breaks for any young person out there who's wondering what their future holds" following the Supreme Court ruling striking down the use of affirmative action in college admissions. Former President Barack Obama said affirmative action, while not perfect, "allowed generations of students like Michelle and me to prove we belonged." Ed O'Keefe has more.
Barack Obama on life with Michelle: It "helps to be out of the White House"
The former president told "CBS Mornings" he didn't "fully appreciate" the "degree of stress and tension" former first lady Michelle Obama was under while they were in the White House.
Barack Obama on relationship with Michelle
Former President Barack Obama tells "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson that he didn't "fully appreciate" the "degree of stress and tension" former first lady Michelle Obama was under while they were in the White House.
Michelle Obama launches company to promote healthy food options for kids
Former first lady Michelle Obama co-founded PLEZi, a healthy food and drink company for kids, she announced Wednesday.
Michelle Obama talks marriage, parenting
Former first lady and bestselling author Michelle Obama joins "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King live in studio. Obama talks about her new podcast, "Michelle Obama: The Light Podcast," and her subsequent special with Oprah Winfrey premiering on Netflix next week.
The Saturday Six: Florida beaches may be at risk, huge diamond found and more
In case you missed it, more Americans are unable to pay their bills and a professor's viral videos are encouraging women to pursue careers in science.
Author Toni Morrison honored with forever stamp
Morrison, an author and Nobel laureate who died in 2019, is best known for books like 1987's "Beloved," which won the Pulitzer Prize. She often wrote about themes of racism and mistreatment of African Americans.
Michelle Obama's new podcast based on "The Light We Carry" book tour
The former first lady's sophomore audio series will share discussions that were had on the tour between her and a roster of her famous friends.
Michelle Obama announces new podcast
Michelle Obama is launching a new project inspired by her latest book. "Michelle Obama: The Light Podcast" will feature conversations with a variety of distinguished friends about relationships, race, visibility and adapting to change.
Michelle Obama opens new book tour
“CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King moderated a conversation with Michelle Obama in Philadelphia over the weekend. It was part of the former first lady’s tour to promote her new book, “The Light We Carry.”
Virginia McLaurin, centenarian who danced with the Obamas, dies at 113
A video of Virginia McLaurin meeting the former first couple and breaking out into a dance went viral in 2016.
Jill Biden, Phillies fan, is just the latest baseball-loving first lady
First ladies share a long history with the national pastime. After her time at the White House, Grace Coolidge was known at Fenway Park for being a dedicated fan.
White House counts on private sector help to end U.S. hunger by 2030
The Biden administration is relying on a variety of private-sector partnerships to help fund and implement goal of ending hunger in America by 2030.
Former first lady encourages Frances Tiafoe
Former first lady Michelle Obama shared words of encouragement with tennis player Frances Tiafoe after the U.S. Open semifinals, congratulating the 24-year-old on a job well done: “You're amazing.”
Obama portraits unveiled at White House
Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama returned to the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits — their first time back to their former home since they left in 2017.
Obama portraits unveiled at White House
Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama return to the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits. Nancy Cordes reports.
Obama portraits unveiled at the White House
President Biden welcomed back former President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, to the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits after former President Donald Trump never scheduled the unveiling. Ed O'Keefe has the details.
Obamas return to White House for portrait unveiling
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama returned to the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits. Stewart McLaurin, president of the White House Historical Association, joins CBS News to discuss the ceremony and the meaning behind the works of art.
Obamas unveil White House portraits
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama unveiled their official White House portraits in a ceremony in the East Room on Wednesday. President Biden introduced the Obamas, who both spoke after revealing the paintings by artist Robert McCurdy and Sharon Sprung. Watch the ceremony. .
Barack Obama wins Emmy for narrating Netflix national parks series
Obama won the best narrator Emmy for his work on the Netflix documentary series, "Our Great National Parks."
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Live Updates: Hurricane Milton leaves deadly trail of destruction in Florida
More than 3 million homes and businesses have no power after Hurricane Milton hit Florida hard.
Trump urges judge in 2020 election case not to allow release of further evidence
Lawyers for former President Donald Trump accused the special counsel of cherry-picking and mischaracterizing evidence compiled by prosecutors in their case against him.
Colorado mine accident leaves 1 dead; rescue effort underway
A rescue effort is ongoing Thursday afternoon in Teller County at Colorado's Mollie Kathleen Mine.
Biden calls on Congress to act on emergency funding after hurricanes
President Biden also warned that conditions remain dangerous in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
Ethel Kennedy, human rights advocate and widow of RFK, dies at 96
After her husband was assassinated in 1968, Ethel Kennedy raised their 11 children and spent decades working for human rights.
TD Bank to pay $3 billion after breaking U.S. money laundering rules
TD Bank allowed money laundering networks to move more than $670 million through its accounts between 2019 and 2023, Justice Department says.
Photos, videos show Hurricane Milton damage in Florida
Hurricane Milton, which made landfall on Florida's west coast on Wednesday, also sparked multiple tornadoes.
Ukrainian reporter Victoria Roshchyna dies in Russian detention
Victoria Roshchyna, who would have turned 28 this month, disappeared last year after she traveled to east Ukraine for a report.
Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial set for May 2025
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
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Coast Guard rescues boat captain clinging to cooler in Gulf of Mexico
A boat captain rode out Hurricane Milton overnight in the Gulf of Mexico before he was found clinging to a cooler around 30 miles offshore and rescued by helicopter.
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Live Updates: Hurricane Milton leaves deadly trail of destruction in Florida
More than 3 million homes and businesses have no power after Hurricane Milton hit Florida hard.
Tesla robotaxi event will include "Cybercab" unveiling
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
Maryland U.S. Senate candidates debate abortion rights
Democrat Angela Alsobrooks is highlighting former Gov. Larry Hogan's actions in office as evidence he isn't as supportive of abortion rights as he now claims to be.
Brown University votes against divesting from companies in Israel
Ivy League university said its exposure to companies with Israeli military ties is "de minimis" and does no harm.
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Tesla robotaxi event will include "Cybercab" unveiling
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
Brown University votes against divesting from companies in Israel
Ivy League university said its exposure to companies with Israeli military ties is "de minimis" and does no harm.
Consumer Reports calls for federal ban on baby walkers. Here's why.
Banned in Canada for 20 years, baby walkers send thousands of U.S. children to hospital emergency rooms every year.
This common mistake may shrink your 401(k) by as much as $300,000
The 401(k) is the most popular retirement plan in America, but many workers make a repeated mistake that can cost them.
Rafael Nadal announced he's retiring. Here's how much money he's made.
Rafael Nadal is one of tennis's highest net-worth players, having amassed a fortune in prize money and sponsorships.
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Maryland U.S. Senate candidates debate abortion rights
Democrat Angela Alsobrooks is highlighting former Gov. Larry Hogan's actions in office as evidence he isn't as supportive of abortion rights as he now claims to be.
Book excerpt: "War" by Bob Woodward
The veteran Washington Post reporter's latest book delves into the inner circles of the Biden White House to examine Russia's war against Ukraine, and Israel's conflict against Hamas and Hezbollah.
Trump urges judge in 2020 election case not to allow release of further evidence
Lawyers for former President Donald Trump accused the special counsel of cherry-picking and mischaracterizing evidence compiled by prosecutors in their case against him.
Biden calls on Congress to act on emergency funding after hurricanes
President Biden also warned that conditions remain dangerous in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
Afghan charged with planning Election Day attack previously worked for CIA
Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi was previously employed by the intelligence agency before coming to the U.S.
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Consumer Reports calls for federal ban on baby walkers. Here's why.
Banned in Canada for 20 years, baby walkers send thousands of U.S. children to hospital emergency rooms every year.
Fisher-Price recalls more than 2 million infant swings after 5 deaths
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
FDA authorizes over-the-counter combined COVID-19 and flu test
Healgen Scientific's combined COVID-19 and flu test gives people a new way to check what's causing their symptoms, FDA says.
Why free COVID tests from the government are expiring so soon
Many of the free COVID tests being shipped out now will be expiring within a few months.
California cheesemaker linked to deadly listeria outbreak shut down by Feds
Rizo-López Foods can no longer manufacture and distribute cheese and other dairy products, Justice Department says.
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Ukrainian reporter Victoria Roshchyna dies in Russian detention
Victoria Roshchyna, who would have turned 28 this month, disappeared last year after she traveled to east Ukraine for a report.
How life has changed for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank since Oct. 7
A Palestinian-American in the Israeli-occupied West Bank says he's been kept off his land for a year. For others, it's been much worse.
Prince William and Kate meet with families of victims of stabbing attack
Prince William and Princess Catherine carried out their first joint public engagement since the end of Kate's chemotherapy.
U.N. says Israeli troops fire on peacekeepers in Lebanon, wounding 2
The United Nations mission in southern Lebanon, where Israel is battling Iran-backed Hezbollah, says Israeli forces have fired on international peacekeepers.
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal is retiring next month
Rafael Nadal won 22 Grand Slam singles titles during an unprecedented era he shared with his rivals in the so-called Big Three, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial set for May 2025
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
Rachel Bloom talks Netflix special
Emmy and Golden Globe winner Rachel Bloom, creator and star of "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," returns with her new Netflix special, "Death, Let Me Do My Special." Bloom opens up about the challenges of her daughter's birth and the loss of her writing partner during the pandemic.
Cage the Elephant on upcoming tour with Oasis
Rock band Cage the Elephant recently celebrated one billion Spotify streams for "Cigarette Daydreams" and wrapped their largest tour to date, including a sold-out Madison Square Garden show. In an interview with Anthony Mason, the Shultz brothers talk about the challenges that shaped their latest album, "Neon Pill."
Fat bear champion "Grazer" wins again
In a fierce competition, 20-year-old bear Grazer won Alaska's Fat Bear Contest for the second year in a row, defeating fan favorite Chunk, who had killed one of her cubs earlier this summer. Grazer claimed victory by more than 40,000 votes
Taylor Tomlinson reveals who would be her dream guest on "After Midnight"
Taylor Tomlinson opens up about her new comedy tour, "Save Me," which tackles personal topics like growing up in church.
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Tesla robotaxi event will include "Cybercab" unveiling
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
Some iPhone users can send texts when service is down. Here's how.
Apple's new mobile operating system could help iPhone users stay in touch if Hurricane Milton knocks out cell service.
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.
Over a dozen states sue TikTok
Fourteen attorneys general have sued TikTok claiming the social media app harms teens and their mental health. They allege the Chinese-owned app violates consumer protection laws and claim TikTok relies on "addictive features" that keep users on the app.
TikTok sued by multiple states over app's impact on kids' health
The attorneys general of more than a dozen states and Washington D.C. claim TikTok falsely claims its platform is safe for children.
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Republicans seek aid after voting against it
Several Florida Republicans are now demanding more funds to boost recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but they have previously voted against measures providing disaster relief. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Climate change impacting U.S. migration
The rising frequency and strength of storms like Milton and Helene has some people rethinking where they live, with scientists saying climate change is a major factor in the increase in these powerful storms. Jesse Keenan, associate professor of sustainable real estate and urban planning at Tulane University, joins CBS News to discuss climate change's impact on human migration.
Research on worms leads to Nobel Prize
Two scientists' groundbreaking research on worms has earned them the Nobel Prize in medicine. Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun uncovered microRNA, tiny molecules that help control what cells do, which could help develop new medicines.
SpaceX launches European asteroid probe as hurricane weather closes in
Despite an initially dismal forecast, SpaceX got a break in the weather to send Europe's Hera asteroid probe on its way.
Maps show which states could see northern lights this weekend
The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking trial set for May 2025
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
Sean "Diddy" Combs court hearing
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyer spoke to reporters after a court hearing in the federal case against the disgraced music mogul. A court date has been set for May 5, 2025.
Afghan charged with planning Election Day attack previously worked for CIA
Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi was previously employed by the intelligence agency before coming to the U.S.
Trial of University of Idaho murders suspect delayed until August 2025
Bryan Kohberger faces four murder charges in the fatal stabbings of four college students in November 2022.
After newly elected mayor beheaded, others ask for protection
Mayor Alejandro Arcos had been sworn into office less than a week before he was murdered.
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Stunning images show Hurricane Milton from space
Images from space show the progress of Hurricane Milton towards the western coast of Florida.
SpaceX launches European asteroid probe as hurricane weather closes in
Despite an initially dismal forecast, SpaceX got a break in the weather to send Europe's Hera asteroid probe on its way.
Stormy weather, approaching hurricane, threaten launch delays
With a hurricane approaching, two high-priority NASA and European missions to an asteroid and Jupiter's moon Europa face delays.
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.
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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
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How radio became a lifeline during Helene
When Hurricane Helene struck western North Carolina, it knocked out cell phone service in some areas, forcing many residents to depend on the radio for communication and information. For days, WWNC AM radio host Mark Starling and his producer, Tank Spencer, served as a proxy dispatch service, helping to coordinate wellness checks and connect the stranded with nearby resources. Skyler Henry has more.
1 killed, several hurt in Colorado mine accident
At least one person was killed and four others injured when authorities said a mechanical issue occurred involving an elevator in the Mollie Kathleen Mine, a tourist attraction near Colorado Springs. Another 12 people remained stranded underground in the mine. Carter Evans has the latest.
Biden hits Trump for hurricane misinformation
President Biden has again called out former President Donald Trump for spreading false information about response efforts to hurricanes Helene and Milton, while Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said Thursday that some hurricane victims have heard false rumors that FEMA will seize their land. Nancy Cordes reports.
Florida's Boca Grande devastated by Milton
The barrier island community of Boca Grande on Florida's west coast sustained significant damage from Hurricane Milton. Vehicles were swept away and businesses were caked in sand. With the only bridge into Boca Grande closed, Nicole Valdes got access in a helicopter with the Lee County Sheriff.
Why Milton spawned a rash of tornadoes
Hours before making landfall Wednesday, Hurricane Milton spawned at least 17 confirmed tornadoes across Florida. One of those tornadoes ripped through a senior community in St. Lucie County, killing several people. Rob Marciano examines why Milton generated so many tornadoes.