Conservative Democrat could win primary in U.S.' bluest district
Rubén Díaz Sr. could emerge victorious from a large, divided field.
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo on confronting a "frightening" pandemic, and thoughts on his political future
The governor talks about marshaling New Yorkers to successfully flatten the curve, quarantining at home with his daughters, and the federal government's "schizophrenia" in dealing with the COVID-19 crisis.
Yankees and Mets will train in New York, not Florida, Cuomo says
The news comes after the MLB decided to temporarily close all spring training facilities in Florida and Arizona for cleaning.
Sports go on with and without fans
The World Health Organization says the pandemic is accelerating inside the United States. Major sporting events across the country, including the Belmont Stakes, are largely going on without fans.
Cuomo signs New York police reform law
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed police reform legislation into law on Friday, more than two weeks after George Floyd's death in Minneapolis sparked a nationwide movement. Rev. Al Sharpton also spoke Friday before Cuomo signed the legislation.
Cuomo hails New Yorkers for doing "the impossible" together
"Over the past three months we have done the impossible," he said.
Cuomo warns of virus resurgence in N.Y. as cases rise elsewhere
He said "you now have a tale of two countries going on" as some states see declining COVID-19 cases and others see rising numbers.
Cuomo declares Juneteenth a holiday for N.Y. state employees
The governor will also advance legislation that will make Juneteenth an official state holiday next year, Cuomo said.
Cuomo on social distancing violators
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Sunday that bars and restaurants that allow large crowds will lose their liquor licenses. "I am not going to allow situations to exist that we know have a high likelihood of causing an increase in the spread of the virus," Cuomo said.
Best friends open community dialogue
Two friends from Pittsford, New York wanted to start a dialogue in their community following nationwide protests. So they invited others over for a beer and a chat. They ended up attracting a famous country star – Brad Paisley.
N.Y. has lowest number of virus hospitalizations since March 20
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Tuesday the state had its lowest number of COVID-19 hospitalizations on Monday - 1,538 - since March 20. He also said the U.S. Open will be held this summer in Queens, New York, without fans. Watch his remarks.
How therapy startup Real is revamping mental health care
U.S. Census Bureau data shows about a third of Americans are experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression amid the coronavirus pandemic. A new membership-based therapy startup for women called Real is helping address those mental health needs. But first, they had to quickly pivot when their own launch plans in New York were set back by COVID-19.
Cuomo: U.S. government making "historic mistake" on virus advice
He announced Tuesday that the U.S. Open will be held in New York City this summer, without fans.
U.S. Open will be held in NYC this summer without fans, Cuomo says
The tennis tournament will be held in Queens from August 31 to September 13.
Eliot Engel faces potential upset from progressive primary challenger
The perception that Engel is an absentee congressman is the crux of Bowman's campaign is similar to the playbook run by Ocasio-Cortez's successful campaign in Brooklyn.
Cuomo: New York to allow gatherings of up to 25 people
Cuomo issued warning after reports came in from across the state of large gatherings where people were ignoring social distancing and not wearing masks.
Cuomo threatens liquor licenses of restaurants, bars if crowds appear
"I am not going to allow situations to exist that we know have a high likelihood of causing an increase in the spread of the virus," Governor Andrew Cuomo said Sunday.
New York City Council proposes cutting $1 billion from NYPD budget
"Our budget must reflect the reality that policing needs fundamental reform," it said in a statement.
Cuomo urges communities to reform police forces within nine months
Cuomo said communities would receive no funding from the state if they did not reform their police forces.
Cuomo signs police reform legislation banning chokeholds statewide
Sweeping package of police accountability measures received new backing following protests of George Floyd's killing.
Buffalo mayor calls police union a "barrier to reform"
Approximately a week after the Buffalo Police Department drew nationwide condemnation, Mayor Byron Brown announced a new police reform policy — some of which will be enacted immediately via executive order.
As New York reopens, Cuomo warns "COVID has not gone away"
"Everything we've done has been exactly right up until now. But that's up until now," he said.
Friends share a beer with neighbors to open a dialogue
Benjamin Smith and Marcus Ellis held a chat on the front lawn — and it attracted a famous country singer.
Cuomo says New York will be better post-pandemic
New York City, once the epicenter of the crisis, began phase one of reopening this week after an 80-day lockdown.
Cuomo: Trump should apologize for "reprehensible" tweet
"There's no fact to any of it," New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said of President Trump's claim that an elderly protester who was knocked to the ground by police in Buffalo, New York, may have been some kind of "antifa provocateur." "Show some decency. Show some humanity," Cuomo said. Watch his remarks.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
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Iran accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire as stalemate continues in peace talks
The U.S. military reported that it shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones headed toward the Strait of Hormuz overnight Saturday.
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
The so-called "Flamingo Revolution" has taken up the cause of protecting the Albanian coast from a development led by the president's son-in-law.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
In France, Hegseth invokes immigration and "invasion" in D-Day remarks
Hegseth's speech echoed broader Trump administration rhetoric over border security and migration in Europe.
U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Iran soccer team departs for Mexico ahead of World Cup
Problems with processing visas had earlier led Iran to move its training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian baby in the West Bank: Health ministry
Sam Fahd Abu Haikal was killed Friday evening, and his parents were wounded, the Palestinian health ministry said.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Why a 55-mile trek is a mandatory rite of passage for freshmen at one high school
The five-day, 55-mile Appalachian Trail hike is a 53-year tradition for freshmen at St. Benedict's Preparatory School.
Park ranger dies after falling into crevasse on America's tallest peak
The National Park Service said a ranger in Alaska fell into a crevasse and died on North America's tallest mountain.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
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After deadly bus crash, investigators probe company's links to other carriers
The company that operated a bus involved in a deadly crash in Virginia last week has ties to a broader network of travel firms, including one shut down by regulators a decade ago, a CBS News investigation has found.
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
The job market is much stronger than economists expected. Why?
Americans say it's tough to find a job, but employers just added a surprisingly strong 172,000 new hires in May.
Second Facebook privacy settlement payment is coming soon
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
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Becerra advances in California governor's race, CBS News projects
Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, will advance to the November election in the California governor's race, CBS News projects. A second candidate in the race has not yet been projected to advance.
Colombia's Petro accuses Trump of intervening in his country's election
Colombian President Gustavo Petro argues the U.S. has chosen to align against his government and back forces he identifies as complicit in the drug trade.
No bags, no watch parties: What to expect when Trump attends NBA Finals
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
DOJ confirms in court papers the "anti-weaponization fund" isn't going forward
In a pair of legal filings Friday, the Justice Department stated in writing for what appears to be the first time that a controversial $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization fund" will not continue.
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U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Veteran runs to fight "life-changing disease" after minor symptoms
Dr. Sara Whittingham thought she would know if something was wrong. But her minor symptoms had a surprising cause.
In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
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Iran soccer team departs for Mexico ahead of World Cup
Problems with processing visas had earlier led Iran to move its training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico.
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
The so-called "Flamingo Revolution" has taken up the cause of protecting the Albanian coast from a development led by the president's son-in-law.
In France, Hegseth invokes immigration and "invasion" in D-Day remarks
Hegseth's speech echoed broader Trump administration rhetoric over border security and migration in Europe.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
Russian teen claims first Grand Slam tennis title with French Open win
The eighth-ranked Andreeva ended the run of 114th-ranked Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in the French Open final on Saturday.
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Patton Oswalt on his new comedy special
Patton Oswalt sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his new special, "Tea & Scotch," and reflect on his comedic journey.
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine on new film
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss their new film, "Only What We Carry," which was shot in six days and mostly improvised.
Ashley McBryde performs "Ten To Midnight"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "Ten To Midnight."
Ashley McBryde performs "Bottle Tells Me So"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "Bottle Tells Me So."
Ashley McBryde performs "What If We Don't"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "What If We Don't."
Technology
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Anthropic on global pause on AI development
Anthropic is urging a pause in AI development amid growing concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's motives. Vicky Ge Huang, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
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.
Alarm over computer "worms" created with AI
Experts are warning about computer "worms" created with AI that can infect devices and harm users without restraint. University of Toronto professor Nicolas Papernot joins with more.
New details on SpaceX IPO plans
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
Science
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Crime
L.A. police chase ends in deadly shooting
The freeways of Los Angeles saw two big police pursuits on Friday. The first chase ended when authorities reported that a robbery suspect was shot and killed on the busy 405 Freeway during morning rush hour. In the second incident, an alleged carjacker was taken down by a police K-9 following a meandering three-hour chase. Carter Evans has more.
Marine veteran fights off armed attackers
A Marine veteran was working on his truck in front of his home in Oxon Hill, Maryland, this week, when four teens tried to rob him at gunpoint. That is when his military training kicked in. Tom Hanson reports.
Judge orders detention of ex-CIA official found with $40 million in gold bars
Former CIA official David Rush was arrested in May after FBI agents found gold bars worth about $40 million at his home while probing whether he had lied about his educational and military background, according to court records.
Man attacks 21-year-old over lake access
Steven Dana, 70, is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, after a video emerged of him attacking a 21-year-old man who was riding a jet ski in Massachusetts' Lake Maspenock with friends. CBS News Boston's Anna Meiler reports.
Man gets life in prison for double murder scheme in affair with au pair
Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law enforcement officer, claimed he shot Joseph Ryan after he came across Ryan attacking his wife.
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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World Cup sparks boom in U.S. youth soccer
The World Cup begins next week, but ahead of the competition, "CBS Saturday Morning" visits Chicago, where kids from various backgrounds are exposed to soccer through USA Soccer's "Soccer Forward" program.
Albanians protest Kushner-backed resort plan
Crowds of Albanians gathered in Tirana to continue protesting plans for a resort backed by President Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, set to go up on the country's Adriatic coast. CBS News' Emmet Lyons reports.
The Dish: Bánh Anh Em
Bánh Anh Em is the newest restaurant by chef Nhu Ton and John Nguyen, where they say memory is the secret ingredient to their acclaimed Vietnamese food.
Patton Oswalt on his new comedy special
Patton Oswalt sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his new special, "Tea & Scotch," and reflect on his comedic journey.
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine on new film
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss their new film, "Only What We Carry," which was shot in six days and mostly improvised.