Prosecutors focus on motive in Murdaugh case
The judge in the Alex Murdaugh trial ruled prosecutors can present evidence that money was a motive. Scott MacFarlane has the details.
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Australia decides it won't put King Charles III on its banknotes
Australian cash has carried the image of the British monarch for 100 years, but Charles won't replace his mom on the last banknote bearing her likeness.
Australia drops U.K. monarch from its cash
Australia has decided it's had enough of the British monarchy - at least on its dollar bills. As Ian Lee reports, the country will replace the last of its bank notes featuring the late Queen Elizabeth II not with her son's image, but with something much closer to home.
Many high-earners living paycheck to paycheck
A new study shows 51% of people with six-digit salaries are living paycheck to paycheck. Megan Leonhardt, a senior reporter for Fortune magazine, joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain some of the reasons and what it means for banks and borrowers.
Cheaper to rent than buy in major U.S. cities
With mortgages on the rise, it has become cheaper to rent a home than to own one in 45 of the 50 largest cities in America. Danielle Hale, chief economist for Realtor.com, joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain the phenomenon and how it's affecting the housing market.
Chevron announces record profits for 2022
Chevron announced roughly $36 billion in profits during 2022, setting an all-time high for the company. This follows a $75 billion stock buyback from the oil giant. Host of "TheStreet" J.D. Durkin joined CBS News to discuss why big oil had such a profitable year and what 2023 holds for the industry.
Homeowners making concessions to sell
While mortgage rates are high, many people trying to sell homes are making concession in order to get properties off the market. Taylor Marr, deputy chief economist at Redfin, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss what some of these concessions are and where you're most likely to see them.
Some workers get "less than minimum wage"
Wage theft is "not a one-time purse snatching or one-time home robbery," according to Shelly Rusicka of Arise Chicago.
Markets climb to close out week
Stocks climbed to close out the week after a tumultuous few days following the U.S. Treasury Department's announcement that the country has hit its debt ceiling. Javier David, a CBS News contributor and managing editor of business & markets at Axios, and J.D. Durkin, host of "The Street," joined CBS News to discuss.
Treasury takes action as U.S. hits debt ceiling
The U.S. officially reached the debt limit on Thursday, and the Treasury Department says it has begun taking "extraordinary measures" to maintain the full faith and credit of the United States. It sets up a showdown that could put the entire U.S. economy at risk. Scott MacFarlane has more.
Deadline to raise the debt ceiling
The treasury is expected to confirm the U.S. has reached the debt ceiling. Scott MacFarlane breaks down the conflict in Congress and Nancy Cordes explains Biden's role in addressing the limit and his strategy to prevent a shutdown.
Debt limit showdown begins
The U.S. is expected to reach its debt limit today. Republicans, Democrats and the White House are all facing off to see who will negotiate first. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBS News Mornings to discuss where things stand right now.
The high cost of health care in America
The latest Gallup poll shows a record number of Americans delayed medical care in 2022 because they could not afford it. Pediatric airway surgeon Dr. Susannah Hills joined CBS News to break down the data.
U.S. to hit debt limit Thursday
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says the U.S. will hit its debt limit of $31.4 trillion Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins the show to discuss what's being said on Capitol Hill about the looming debt ceiling crisis.
TBD Media Group Davos 2023: Shining a light on the topics that matter
A series of impactful conversations with leading changemakers.
Single ticket wins $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot
A single ticket sold in Maine claimed the $1.35 billion jackpot Friday night, the fourth largest in lottery history.
1/13: CBS News Weekender
Catherine Herridge reports on Janet Yellen's warning about the nation's debt limit, how MDMA could be used to treat PTSD, and what foods might help you live longer.
Banks post better than expected fourth quarter earnings
Several big banks released better than expected 2022 fourth quarter earnings results. This comes amid rising concerns over a looming recession. Elaine Quijano and Michelle Miller are joined by Business Insider finance editor, Dan DeFrancesco.
Woman wins $20 million in California scratch-off
She took home the biggest prize possible in the game as several others in the state won millions from their own scratch-offs.
FTX founder pleads not guilty to fraud
Disgraced crypto king Sam Bankman-Fried pleaded not guilty to a slew of charges related to his defunct cryptocurrency exchange in federal court in Manhattan. Michael Parker, head of the anti-money-laundering and sanctions practice at Ferrari and Associates, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss the details of SBF's case.
MoneyWatch: Financial predictions for 2023
2022 was the U.S. stock market's worst year since 2008. Javier David, the managing editor of business and markets for Axios and a CBS News contributor, joins us to breaks dow the challenges facing Wall Street and the risk of a recession in the new year.
CBS Deals: Time-savers with Ashley Bellman
On this edition of CBS Deals, lifestyle expert Ashley Bellman shares several items that could make your day a little smoother with time-savers for the New Year. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. (CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.)
Mega Millions jackpot hits $685 million
Someone could be wrapping up the year with a major bump to their bank account as the Mega Millions jackpot hits $685 million ahead of the Friday drawing.
Tips for saving more in 2023
Financial resolutions are being made as 2023 quickly approaches. Jennifer Streaks, Business Insider senior personal finance reporter, joined CBS News' Debra Alfarone to discuss tips on saving more in the new year.
Ullyses S. Grant promoted in new bill
On Friday, President Biden signed a measure authorizing a record $858 billion for the Pentagon. The National Defense Authorization Act includes pay raises for service members, funding for ships, tanks and aircraft, and military support for Taiwan and Ukraine. But buried within the legislation is a provision giving Ulysses S. Grant a promotion to the military's highest rank. David Martin reports.
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Surveillance part on Chinese balloon over U.S. is as big as 2-3 school buses
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley recommended not shooting it down due to danger from debris, a senior defense official said.
Arrests made in "cartel-style execution" that killed 6 people, including a baby
One of the suspects was arrested after a gunbattle, a sheriff said.
Blinken postpones trip to China as balloon flies over U.S.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has postponed a planned high-stakes weekend diplomatic trip to China.
Sixth Memphis police officer fired after death of Tyre Nichols
In a statement earlier this week, the department said officer Preston Hemphill was under investigation for his participation in the "initial traffic stop" of Nichols "and the use of a Taser."
American aid worker killed in Ukraine, groups say
He was killed when an ambulance was shelled in Bakhmut, Ukraine, his family said.
George Santos may owe thousands for traffic violations in two states
At least 16 unpaid tickets, totaling more $3,400, are tied to a car associated with Santos, records show.
Suspect arrested in connection with 2 monkeys, leopard that went missing from zoo
The suspect, 24-year-old Davion Irvin, has also been charged in connection with the clouded leopard that was let out of its enclosure at the zoo last month.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
Winter blast brings extreme cold — and possible frost quakes
Extreme cold plus powerful wind is a dangerous combination. "It's painful," one meteorologist said.
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USDA proposes limits to added sugars and sodium in school meals
The proposed standards would reduce weekly sodium limits and emphasize products that are primarily whole grain.
Miami police cruiser's Black History Month design draws criticism
A police department spokesperson said the design was meant to honor the history and legacy of Black officers. Many did not see it that way.
Biden tells DNC that House Republicans "intend to destroy the progress we've made"
President Biden addressed the Democratic National Committee's winter meeting in Philadelphia.
"I wouldn't underestimate" Xi's ambitions for Taiwan, says CIA director
"We know as a matter of intelligence that he's instructed the People's Liberation Army to be ready by 2027 to conduct a successful invasion," Burns also said.
Winter blast brings extreme cold — and possible frost quakes
Extreme cold plus powerful wind is a dangerous combination. "It's painful," one meteorologist said.
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Jury clears Elon Musk of wrongdoing related to Tesla tweets
Jurors found the Tesla CEO didn't mislead investors in claiming he had lined up funding to take the car company public.
After-hours work emails are facing more legal restrictions
Tired of after-work emails and calls? Lawmakers across the globe are pushing back on the blurring of work and home life.
Some employers are still adding jobs. Here's who is hiring.
Unemployment rate is lowest since 1969, as some employers continue to hire new workers — especially in key industries.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Here are the states Americans are moving to — and why
Hundreds of thousands of Americans moved last year. The reason? Think housing costs, jobs and taxes.
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Biden tells DNC that House Republicans "intend to destroy the progress we've made"
President Biden addressed the Democratic National Committee's winter meeting in Philadelphia.
"I wouldn't underestimate" Xi's ambitions for Taiwan, says CIA director
"We know as a matter of intelligence that he's instructed the People's Liberation Army to be ready by 2027 to conduct a successful invasion," Burns also said.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
George Santos may owe thousands for traffic violations in two states
At least 16 unpaid tickets, totaling more than $3,400, are tied to a car associated with Santos, records show.
Biden aides, writers to go to Camp David to work on State of the Union speech
Author Jon Meacham, chief White House speechwriter Vinay Reddy and longtime aides Anita Dunn, Bruce Reed and Mike Donilon will join Biden.
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EzriCare recalls tear drops after reports of vision loss, death
Federal regulators have linked the drops to over 50 reports of eye infection and one death.
How to help someone in cardiac arrest
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and critical care specialist at NYU Langone Dr. Deepak Pradhan join "CBS Mornings" to demonstrate life-saving techniques when a person goes into cardiac arrest.
FDA faults company behind recalled eye drops for multiple violations
Global Pharma's eye drops have been linked to a U.S. outbreak which has led to at least five people losing their vision.
Employees had nowhere to wash hands at ice cream factory behind listeria outbreak, FDA says
The FDA's investigation found a range of issues at the ice cream manufacturer that contributed to the outbreak, including a lack of a written food safety plan.
COVID vaccine, treatments could go to private market this summer, official says
Dr. Ashish Jha said he was hopeful insurers would still cover COVID-19 tests after the official end of the public health emergency.
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Jury clears Elon Musk of wrongdoing related to Tesla tweets
Jurors found the Tesla CEO didn't mislead investors in claiming he had lined up funding to take the car company public.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
American aid worker killed in Ukraine, groups say
Pete Reed "always kept everybody else around him safe," his wife told CBS News. "I heard from someone that he was protecting someone else with his body when he died."
Acclaimed Iranian director freed on bail after going on hunger strike
His latest film, "No Bears," was released in September while he was behind bars. The AP and The New York Times named it one of the top 10 films of the year.
Russia reportedly to test hypersonic missile during upcoming war games
The test launch is expected during joint military drills that already had the U.S. "concerned" about their timing around the anniversary of Russia's Ukraine invasion.
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How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Trevor Noah on preparing to host the Grammy Awards: "A crazy journey"
You can watch the Grammy Awards on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on Sunday.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi renew vows in surprise ceremony
de Rossi walked into her birthday wearing a wedding gown, which shocked DeGeneres.
Connie Britton on new series, "Dear Edward"
Connie Britton joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new series, "Dear Edward." The show is about a 12-year-old boy who becomes the lone survivor of a plane crash. Britton stars as Dee Dee Cameron, a wealthy and privileged woman who loses her husband in the crash. Britton discusses the inspiration behind her character.
Nikole Hannah-Jones on new Hulu series
Hulu's "The 1619 Project" is a six-part docuseries that expands upon "The 1619 Project," created by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times Magazine. Hannah-Jones joins "CBS Mornings" for a closer look at the project and where she sees the current state of race relations in America.
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Report: China can spy on people using microchips
A new OODA report warns that Chinese-manufactured microchips embedded in smart devices such as fridges and laptops, pose a threat to U.K. national security. The author of the report, Charles Parton, joined CBS News to discuss how such microchips could also impact U.S. national security.
How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password?
Streaming company said a crackdown is coming by March, but a similar effort in other countries yielded mixed results.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
A first-generation iPhone is expected to go for $50,000 at auction
The 2007 phone, which is still sealed and in its box, was likely bought for $499 to $599.
ChatGPT launches new detection tool
The maker of ChatGPT has released a new tool that can help teachers detect if text was produced by a student or artificial intelligence. Kyle Wiggers, a senior reporter at TechCrunch, joined CBS News to discuss the new tool.
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Scientists hope lab-grown coral can save endangered Florida Keys reef
An outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease threatens to destroy 20 of the 45 species in the world's third-largest coral reef.
Scientists work to save Florida's coral reef
The world's third-largest coral reef just off the Florida Keys was once a vibrant habitat for millions of plants and animals. But an outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease is threatening to destroy it. Scientists are trying to regrow the coral in a lab hundreds of miles away to save it. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.
Scientists in China are cloning "super cows"
The cloned animals are capable of producing 18 tons of milk a year, or 50% more than a typical American cow.
Investors eye water rights amid drought
As the Western megadrought continues, investors have been buying up land to secure the water rights that go along with them. Ben Tracy takes a look.
New York investors eye increasingly scarce water in the West
Investment firms are showing a growing interest in an increasingly scarce natural resource in the American West. For some, that's concerning.
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Police arrest man in case of missing zoo monkeys
Dallas police said Friday they have arrested a man in connection with two monkeys who went missing last week from the Dallas Zoo. The suspect is also charged in connection with the temporary disappearance of a leopard last month. The monkeys were found unharmed in an abandoned house.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
Arrests made in "cartel-style execution" that killed 6 people, including a baby
One of the suspects was arrested after a gunbattle, a sheriff said.
Convicted mafia killer nabbed after 16 years on the run, making pizzas
The alleged member of the notorious 'Ndrangheta clan was arrested on Thursday morning after 16 years on the run.
New Jersey man accused of paying hit man $20,000 to kill a 14-year-old
Musbach allegedly began searching for ways to have the teenager killed after he was charged with child pornography.
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Spacewalk underway, and more space news
Astronauts are conducting a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. And NASA is marking 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian with more on those stories, plus details on the "green comet" passing by Earth.
20 years after Columbia disaster, NASA remembers crew and lessons learned
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
Rocket Lab launches first flight from Virginia's Eastern Shore
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Celebrities who filed for bankruptcy
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
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Ezra Cohen on the classified records system
The Public Interest Declassification Board (PIDB), a government body that advises the president and Congress about classification and safeguarding classified documents, is behind renewed efforts to address a failing government records system. Ezra Cohen, a member of PIDB and former Defense Department official, told CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge that the board last year warned congressional leadership that the records system was "compromised."
Report: China can spy on people using microchips
A new OODA report warns that Chinese-manufactured microchips embedded in smart devices such as fridges and laptops, pose a threat to U.K. national security. The author of the report, Charles Parton, joined CBS News to discuss how such microchips could also impact U.S. national security.
Who will win the "Album of the Year" Grammy?
The 65th Annual Grammy Awards air this Sunday on CBS and Paramount Plus. Billboard editor at large Joe Levy spoke with Catherine Herridge about what to expect.
Housekeeper's son testifies in Murdaugh trial
The tenth day in the murder trial of disgraced former South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh ended with more testimony Friday. Murdaugh is accused of shooting his wife and son. Imran Ansari, a defense criminal attorney at Aidala, Bertuna and Kamins, joined CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the trial.
DNC to vote on primary calendar overhaul
The Democratic National Committee will vote Saturday on possibly overhauling its presidential primary calendar. The proposed changes would make South Carolina the first state to vote, replacing Iowa. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Catherine Herridge to discuss the vote.