New York bans "gay panic" defense for murders
"We are sending this noxious legal defense strategy to the dustbin of history where it belongs," said New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo
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New York set to adopt aggressive emission reduction goals
Under the legislation, New York would generate 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2040
3rd grade class takes action after finding error in workbook
"... they knew that Columbus didn't land in the United States of America, he landed in the Caribbean islands," said their teacher
Dog returned home after it was allegedly stolen by Wag walker
A New York City couple is hoping to raise awareness after their beloved Shih Tzu Yorkie, Benny, was stolen from their Battery Park apartment by a Wag dog walker
"Sex, power and control": NXIVM sex cult case heading to N.Y. jury
Women testified that they were duped into joining a secretive sub-sect of the purported self-help group, branded and groomed for sex
Body of missing swimmer reportedly found in Hudson River
The man was competing in a marathon swim event when he was last seen Friday
N.Y. OKs driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants
Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the bill after expressing some concerns
Plane skids off runway at Newark International Airport
The airport temporarily stopped accepting arrivals and departures on Saturday
Video at heart of Cuba Gooding Jr. groping allegations
Gooding's attorney says the video, released by TMZ, shows the actor is innocent
New York is ending religious exemptions for vaccines
The new legislation requires all children attending school or daycare to receive vaccinations
Cuba Gooding Jr. faces charges of forcible touching, lawyer says
A 29-year-old woman told police the actor grabbed her breast while he was intoxicated at a Manhattan night spot
Summer camps face risk amid measles outbreak
This year, Deerkill Day Camp will only allow campers who have been vaccinated
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Central Park Five prosecutor resigns from teaching position
The fallout continues after the release of "When They See Us," a miniseries detailing the events surrounding the Central Park Five
Art installation depicting kids in cages pops up in NYC
The #NoKidsInCages campaign featured audio of a crying child that was smuggled out of an immigrant detention center
NYC to go another year without new Uber and Lyft drivers
The city had originally banned ride-hail apps from signing new drivers last August as part of a plan to raise pay levels
Gallery's "Pride Sale" to auction off iconic LGBTQ items
Swann Galleries president Nicholas Lowry told CBS News he hopes the auction "resonates with the public as much as it did with us"
Pilot in helicopter crash wasn't authorized to fly in poor weather
Tim McCormack, 58, was killed Monday when his helicopter slammed into the roof of a New York City skyscraper
New York could become first state to fully decriminalize sex work
The bill aims to eliminate criminal penalties for sex workers, who are often targets of street violence and arrests
Helicopter crashes into Midtown Manhattan building
The pilot was the only one killed when a helicopter crashed on the rooftop of a New York City high-rise
First look inside Amtrak's next-generation Acela train
On the inside — faster Wi-Fi, USB charging in each seat, reading lights and winged headrests — so no one can fall asleep on your shoulder
Dog survives Long Island plane crash that left 2 people dead
The Beechcraft A36 with two people aboard went down at around 9:15 a.m after reporting engine failure
Sir Winston crosses finish line first at Belmont Stakes
War of Will was the favorite coming into the race after winning the 2019 Preakness Stakes last month
Man accused of planning attack on Times Square allegedly praised ISIS
Ashiqul Alam, 22, met with an undercover officer over a period of 10 months before he was arrested
Uber to offer helicopter taxi service in NYC
Uber Copter will take select "members" on an 8-minute flight to or from Wall St. and JFK Airport -- for a $200-to-$225 price
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Trump announces 2-week ceasefire as long as Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz
President Trump announced that the U.S. and Iran had agreed to a two-week ceasefire in the war that was contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump agrees to 2-week ceasefire with Iran, delaying large-scale attack
President Trump said he has agreed to a "double sided CEASEFIRE" with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to either cut a deal with the U.S. or face massive strikes on its power plants.
One hospice doctor. One year. $71.7 million worth of Medicare claims.
A CBS News investigation found one Los Angeles County hospice physician's name, Dr. Rajiv Bhuva, on Medicare claims for nearly 2,800 patients across 126 hospices in a single year.
U.S. journalist Shelly Kittleson released after kidnapping in Iraq, sources say
American journalist Shelly Kittleson is being released on the condition that she leave Iraq immediately, an Iranian-backed militia in Iraq says.
All DHS workers to be paid by end of week for past 6 weeks of shutdown
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said DHS employees affected by the government shutdown will be paid through the recent pay periods by the end of the week.
Republican Clay Fuller to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in House
Republican Clay Fuller faced Democrat Shawn Harris in a Georgia runoff election after Marjorie Taylor Greene stepped down from her House seat.
Few Republicans condemn Trump's Iran threat, Democrats call for removal
Republicans in Congress largely stayed silent, while dozens of Democrats called for President Trump to be removed from office after he threatened "a whole civilization will die tonight."
Lawsuit challenges DOJ memo finding presidential records law unconstitutional
A pair of organizations filed a lawsuit challenging the Justice Department's determination that a presidential records law is unconstitutional.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Republican Clay Fuller to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in House
Republican Clay Fuller faced Democrat Shawn Harris in a Georgia runoff election after Marjorie Taylor Greene stepped down from her House seat.
Daughter of missing American in the Bahamas seeks answers as search continues
Lynette Hooker's daughter, Karli Aylesworth, described her mother as an experienced swimmer who has been sailing for over 10 years.
Trump agrees to 2-week ceasefire with Iran, delaying large-scale attack
President Trump said he has agreed to a "double sided CEASEFIRE" with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to either cut a deal with the U.S. or face massive strikes on its power plants.
All DHS workers to be paid by end of week for past 6 weeks of shutdown
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said DHS employees affected by the government shutdown will be paid through the recent pay periods by the end of the week.
AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
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AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
Average cost to raise a child now tops $300,000, study finds
Raising a child through age 18 is most expensive in Hawaii, where a family would spend an estimated $412,661 in 2026, LendingTree found.
Lawmakers call for CFTC crackdown on prediction markets
Prediction market bets on the fate of U.S. service members are "morally corrupt and completely unacceptable," one lawmaker said.
Gas prices could top $5 if Strait of Hormuz stays shut, J.P. Morgan says
Gas prices in the U.S. could near a record high later this month if the Strait of Hormuz remains sealed, energy industry experts warn.
Delta hikes bag check fee by up to $50 as jet fuel prices soar
Delta is the third major U.S. carrier to hike its bag fees, as airlines face surging jet fuel costs and other headwinds from the Iran war.
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Republican Clay Fuller to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in House
Republican Clay Fuller faced Democrat Shawn Harris in a Georgia runoff election after Marjorie Taylor Greene stepped down from her House seat.
Few Republicans condemn Trump's Iran threat, Democrats call for removal
Republicans in Congress largely stayed silent, while dozens of Democrats called for President Trump to be removed from office after he threatened "a whole civilization will die tonight."
Trump agrees to 2-week ceasefire with Iran, delaying large-scale attack
President Trump said he has agreed to a "double sided CEASEFIRE" with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to either cut a deal with the U.S. or face massive strikes on its power plants.
All DHS workers to be paid by end of week for past 6 weeks of shutdown
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said DHS employees affected by the government shutdown will be paid through the recent pay periods by the end of the week.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche open to serving in job permanently
"It's the greatest honor of a lifetime, and if President Trump chooses to keep me as acting, that's an honor," Blanche said. "If he chooses to nominate me, that's an honor."
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
He thought he was in good health — until fainting during a bike ride
John Cantrell was enjoying his retirement until an unexpected condition forced him to choose between two kinds of heart surgery.
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Few Republicans condemn Trump's Iran threat, Democrats call for removal
Republicans in Congress largely stayed silent, while dozens of Democrats called for President Trump to be removed from office after he threatened "a whole civilization will die tonight."
Trump agrees to 2-week ceasefire with Iran, delaying large-scale attack
President Trump said he has agreed to a "double sided CEASEFIRE" with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to either cut a deal with the U.S. or face massive strikes on its power plants.
U.S. journalist Shelly Kittleson released after kidnapping in Iraq
American journalist Shelly Kittleson is being released on the condition that she leave Iraq immediately, an Iranian-backed militia in Iraq says.
Kanye West barred from entering U.K. after criticism over antisemitic remarks
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Family missing for 7 days found alive by U.S. Coast Guard in Pacific
A family of three was found alive by the U.S. Coast Guard, seven days after they went missing on a small boat in the western Pacific Ocean.
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Kanye West barred from entering U.K. after criticism over antisemitic remarks
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Extended interview: Mumford & Sons
Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane, members of Mumford & Sons, talk to Anthony Mason about their new album, "Prizefighter," moving forward without Winston Marshall in the band and their upcoming tour.
Referees honor "Hoosiers" decades later
The movie "Hoosiers" was released nearly 40 years ago, but its legacy lives on through a group of Indiana referees and a basketball icon in the state. Omar Villafranca reports.
Controversy surrounding the movie "The Drama"
(Spoilers ahead): The new film "The Drama," which stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, is stirring controversy and even some criticism over a shocking admission made by Zendaya's character. Nigel Smith, a senior news editor with People, breaks down the big reveal and if he thinks the backlash is warranted.
Universal Music targeted in takeover bid by hedge fund Pershing Square
American hedge fund Pershing Square announced it's offered to buy Universal Music Group in a merger, saying it believed the world's biggest music label was undervalued by stock markets.
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AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
H-1B visa program changes impact global talent
Trump administration changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program have impacted the global talent coming to the U.S. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports from India.
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.
The $100,000 H-1B visa fee is impacting the U.S.'s ability to attract global talent
According to numbers from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, more than 70% of H-1B visa holders in 2024 were Indian.
New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
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Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
Artemis II astronauts speak during historic lunar mission
On Monday, the astronauts aboard the Artemis II spacecraft will loop around the Moon's far side, part of a mission pushing human beings farther from Earth than anyone has ever been. Correspondent Mark Strassmann talked with commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, and mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen as the crew was about 180,000 miles from home, preparing for their historic lunar flyby.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
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CBS News tracks down doctor connected to fraud
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced a widening federal crackdown on fraud on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Adam Yamaguchi tracked down a doctor whose practice raised multiple red flags.
Update on CA hospice care investigation
CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi is seeking answers from a hospice doctor who submitted claims for more than 20 times the number of patients that the average California doctor cares for in a year.
Shooting near Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Local officials confirmed a shooting near the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul, Turkey. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
LA's most connected hospice doctor
CBS News is investigating red flags and possible fraud in the hospice industry. A hospice doctor submitted claims for more than 20 times the number of patients the average California doctor cares for in a year. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
Decorated soldier charged with committing 5 war crime murders
Ben Roberts-Smith was awarded the Victoria Cross in 2011, a medal reserved for only the most courageous wartime exploits.
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Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
Artemis II crew on path back to Earth after historic trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
Artemis II astronauts find hidden Easter eggs as they close in on the moon
The NASA astronauts also sent down Easter messages Sunday while gearing up for a historic pass behind the moon Monday.
Artemis II crew take new photo of far side of the moon
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission captured a new image of the far side of the moon, which the agency released Sunday.
Despite toilet trouble, Artemis II crew reflects on wonder of deep space experience
Amid ongoing toilet trouble, the Artemis II astronauts reflected on the wonder of sailing through deep space to the moon.
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Antonio Villaraigosa on California governor bid
The crowded field of Democratic candidates running for governor of California is splitting the liberal vote so much that two Republican candidates are regularly polling at the top in the blue state. Democratic candidate and former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa joins "The Takeout" to discuss his campaign.
Artemis II astronauts on Day 7
With the Artemis II crew making its way back home to Earth, NASA has released stunning photos the astronauts took during their historic lunar fly-by. CBS News national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more from the Johnson Space Center in Houston.
What the Iran ceasefire could mean for markets
CBS News business contributor Javier David breaks down the latest movement in the stock market and what the two-week ceasefire with Iran means for oil prices.
What new photos from Artemis II show us
NASA released imagery on Tuesday from the Artemis II crew's history-making lunar flyby around the far side of the moon. Former NASA astronaut and physicist James Newman joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the historic mission.
Breaking down Iran ceasefire
President Trump on Tuesday announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran. CBS News' Aaron MacLean has more.