Man charged with strangling student accused in 2nd death
Khalil Wheeler-Weaver has pleaded not guilty to killing Sarah Butler -- now, he's charged in the strangling of a woman found in a vacant home
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Princeton suspends men's swim team over offensive materials
Princeton University administrators discovered that swim team members had posted "vulgar and offensive" material on electronic mailing list
Trooper accused of pulling women over to ask them out
Investigators say Marquice Prather turned off his wireless microphone during stops in which he asked women to go on dates, or for their phone numbers
Controversial firearms-only bear hunt sets record
Hunters have headed out across parts of the state for the second half of this year’s bear hunt amid objections from animal rights groups
N.J. officer charged with slapping man in bunny costume
Video shows Kevin Hemmerich wearing the costume and blowing an air horn in a New Jersey police station
State trooper, another man killed in head-on highway crash
A man in a Toyota crossed a highway and slammed right into a marked state police vehicle, officials say; exact cause still unclear
N.J. firearms-only bear hunt begins despite objections
Hunters have headed out across parts of the state for the second half of this year’s bear hunt following the apparent death of a bear that walked upright like a human
Feds: All passenger train operators should be tested for sleep apnea
The engineer in September’s deadly New Jersey commuter train crash was found to have the dangerous disorder
Dream comes true for high school football player with Down syndrome
New Jersey high school senior football player with Down syndrome goes on run of his life on Thanksgiving Day
Black Friday shooting outside N.J. mall leaves man dead
A man was shot dead and his brother wounded in the early morning shooting outside a Macy's, but it wasn't clear what led to the gunfire
Billy Joel cops to Bruce Springsteen's broken bike
A motorcycle that broke down on Bruce Springsteen on the side of a New Jersey road was built by none other than Billy Joel
Experts have theory as to why humpback whale is swimming in Hudson River
Humpback whale that has cavorted in the Hudson River for nearly a week, with sightings reported from the Statue of Liberty to well north of the George Washington Bridge, may be after a meal
N.J. officer demoted after helping girl who saw father kill mother
Capt. Marshawn Love left the scene of a shooting to drive the 7-year-old to police headquarters after seeing her father kill her mother
Surprise visit turns deadly at New Jersey woman's home
New Jersey woman tells authorities she got her gun when she heard someone inside her home
U.S. investigators eye possible medical problem of engineer in deadly N.J. train crash
Thomas Gallagher was the engineer on a commuter train that slammed into a New Jersey station at double the 10 mph speed limit, killing one woman
Ahmad Khan Rahimi indicted in NY., N.J. bombing case
The eight-count indictment charges Rahimi in attacks that included a September bombing in Manhattan
Report: Body of man who vanished from NYC party found
Joseph Comunale was last seen attending a party in the upscale Grand Sutton apartments early Sunday, before another man was seen dragging a large bag from the building
N.J. bikers find stranded Springsteen on side of road
Springsteen - wearing a brown riding jacket and a red handkerchief - hopped on the back of Ryan Bailey’s bike and they headed to a local bar
Police locate N.J. man wanted in connection with Newark knife attack
Weekend knife attack at a Newark, New Jersey, home left two children and a woman dead; three others were injured in the attack
NY Mets pitcher faces domestic violence charge
A complaint alleges that Jeurys Familia caused “bodily injury to another” and that police observed a scratch to the victim’s chest and a bruise to the victim’s right cheek
Climber shuts down traffic on nation's busiest bridge
Traffic grinds to a halt for second time this week on George Washington Bridge connecting New York, New Jersey
Nature: New Jersey wildflowers
This week's moment in nature takes us to Duke Farms in central New Jersey. It's the estate of late heiress Doris Duke, just opened as a protected natural habitat.
N.J. sues preschool for expelling student with Down syndrome
The lawsuit alleges Chesterbrook Academy in Moorestown unfairly expelled a 3-year-old who wasn't potty-trained
Hairstylist used pepper spray on client, police say
Woman who worked in people's homes styling hair got into an argument with a client and hit her with the spray on the way out, police say
N.J. police ID father who jumped off bridge with sons
Police said John Spincken was quarreling with his wife and threatened to harm their little boys, who survived the fall of the bridge
European allies say Russia is helping Iran more than acknowledged
The Europeans also argue that the war in Ukraine is intertwined with the war in Iran due to the cooperation between Russia and Iran.
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Houthis enter Iran war, more U.S. troops arrive to Middle East
The Trump administration is awaiting Iran's formal response to its 15-point peace proposal, as Tehran continues blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
Republicans stand by Trump on Iran, but are split on how war could end
At this year's CPAC, many attendees toed a fine line between backing the war in Iran and worrying about how the conflict could expand.
Meet the rescue team behind the astronauts as Artemis II's launch approaches
A global team of air force rescuers is on standby, ready to come to the aid of the Artemis II crew after their space launch.
More than 3,500 U.S. troops arrive in Middle East
U.S. Central Command said Saturday that more than 11,000 targets have been struck since Operation Epic Fury began on Feb. 28.
French police stop apparent bomb attack outside Bank of America building
The incident occurred in the middle of the night, while the office was closed. No employees were injured, according to the bank.
2 missing boats carrying aid to Cuba have been found, Mexican navy says
Since last week, activists from several countries have left Mexican ports on vessels loaded with food and other supplies for Cuba, which faces a humanitarian crisis in the face of a U.S.-imposed fuel embargo.
12 tons of KitKat bars stolen in chocolaty heist in Europe, Nestle says
The truck, transporting 413,793 KitKat bars, was stolen during transit in Europe, Nestle said.
Henry Lee, forensic scientist who testified at O.J. Simpson trial, dies at 87
Dr. Lee rose to fame after his testimony in Simpson's 1995 trial, in which he questioned the handling of blood evidence.
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Henry Lee, forensic scientist who testified at O.J. Simpson trial, dies at 87
Dr. Lee rose to fame after his testimony in Simpson's 1995 trial, in which he questioned the handling of blood evidence.
2 students killed, 7 other people injured in bus crash during school field trip
The school district said 25 students and five adults were on the bus headed out for a school field trip.
Worldwide "No Kings" rallies set to draw millions protesting against Trump
Organizers say more than 3,100 events have been registered in the U.S., with more than 9 million people expected to participate.
Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
U.S. Tomahawks are being used in Iran war faster than stockpile is being refilled
The U.S. has used close to 1,000 Tomahawk missiles since June 2025 and has been procuring them at a rate of about 90 per year.
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Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
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European allies say Russia is helping Iran more than acknowledged
The Europeans also argue that the war in Ukraine is intertwined with the war in Iran due to the cooperation between Russia and Iran.
Republicans stand by Trump on Iran, but are split on how war could end
At this year's CPAC, many attendees toed a fine line between backing the war in Iran and worrying about how the conflict could expand.
Here's what needs to happen before oil starts flowing through Strait of Hormuz again
As the U.S.-Iran war nears the one-month mark, the fragile global oil market has emerged as a key weapon in Iran's arsenal — and some shipping and insurance experts don't expect the situation to return to normal until the conflict winds down.
Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
U.S. Tomahawks are being used in Iran war faster than stockpile is being refilled
The U.S. has used close to 1,000 Tomahawk missiles since June 2025 and has been procuring them at a rate of about 90 per year.
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Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
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European allies say Russia is helping Iran more than acknowledged
The Europeans also argue that the war in Ukraine is intertwined with the war in Iran due to the cooperation between Russia and Iran.
Nepal former prime minister and home minister arrested over protest deaths
An election earlier this month was the country's first since youth-led protests against corruption and poor governance.
More than 3,500 U.S. troops arrive in Middle East as Iran war intensifies
U.S. Central Command said Saturday that more than 11,000 targets have been struck since Operation Epic Fury began on Feb. 28.
"Quad god" Ilia Malinin wins 3rd consecutive world skating championship title
Six weeks after Ilia Malinin missed the Olympic podium, the "quad god" reeled off huge jumps and a backflip to retain his world figure skating championship title.
French police stop apparent bomb attack outside Bank of America building
The incident occurred in the middle of the night, while the office was closed. No employees were injured, according to the bank.
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Brandon Uranowitz on reviving "Ragtime"
Tony Award-winner Brandon Uranowitz sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his journey to landing his latest role in "Ragtime" at Lincoln Center.
The Avett Brothers' bassist talks new book
Bob Crawford, the bassist for The Avett Brothers, shares with "CBS Saturday Morning" why he believes John Quincy Adams is an underrated American hero amid the release of his new book "America's Founding Son: John Quincy Adams, from President to Political Maverick."
Courtney Barnett performs "Mantis"
Grammy-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett's latest studio album "Creatures of Habit" takes inspiration from recent life changes, including her move to Los Angeles. Here is Courtney Barnett with "Mantis."
Courtney Barnett performs "Stay In Your Lane"
Grammy-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett's latest studio album "Creatures of Habit" takes inspiration from recent life changes, including her move to Los Angeles. Here is Courtney Barnett with "Stay In Your Lane."
Courtney Barnett performs "One Thing At A Time"
Grammy-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett's latest studio album "Creatures of Habit" takes inspiration from recent life changes, including her move to Los Angeles. Here is Courtney Barnett with "One Thing At A Time."
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Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
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.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
What jobs are most at risk from AI
New research from the Society of Human Resource Management shows which regions and jobs are most at risk from artificial intelligence. Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of SHRM, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
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Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
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French police stop apparent bomb attack outside Bank of America building
The incident occurred in the middle of the night, while the office was closed. No employees were injured, according to the bank.
Tiger Woods released from jail after arrest
Tiger Woods was released from the Martin County jail in Florida following his DUI arrest after a rollover crash on Friday.
Colombian navy says it shut down 30 drug labs, seized 2 tons of cocaine
The Colombian navy said it also seized thousands of gallons of smuggled fuel, preventing "the strengthening of illicit economies."
12 tons of KitKat bars stolen in chocolaty heist in Europe, Nestle says
The truck, transporting 413,793 KitKat bars, was stolen during transit in Europe, Nestle said.
Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash
Tiger Woods was charged with driving under the influence after a car crash in Jupiter, Florida, on Friday, authorities announced during a news conference. CBS News' Anna Schecter joins with more.
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Meet the rescue team behind the astronauts as Artemis II's launch approaches
A global team of air force rescuers is on standby, ready to come to the aid of the Artemis II crew after their space launch.
Behind the plans of an Artemis II rescue
While final preparations are underway for the Artemis II launch, "CBS Saturday Morning" takes a peek behind-the-scenes at the plans being made for if the crew needs to be rescued.
NASA begins final countdown for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II crew arrived in Florida on Friday, signaling final preparations are underway for the first crewed Moon mission since the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.
Crew arrives ahead of Artemis II launch
Four NASA astronauts are gearing up for a historic mission to return humans to deep space for the first time in over 50 years. The crew touched down at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday for final preparations ahead of next week's planned Artemis II launch. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Final preparations underway for Artemis II launch
It's the dawn of a new lunar era for NASA, with the four-person Artemis II crew arriving Friday afternoon at Florida's Kennedy Space Center after spending two weeks quarantining in Houston. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport joins "The Takeout" to preview the mission.
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The Avett Brothers' bassist talks new book
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