New York's fast-food workers to get $15 minimum wage
The hike gets phased in over three years in New York City and six years elsewhere, but state Republicans are unhappy
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United CEO steps down amid Port Authority probe
Airline says case involves connections to the former chairman of Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Lawsuit: Girl inappropriately touched on flight
A lawsuit claims a passenger inappropriately touched a young girl on an American Airlines while flying alone from New York to Iowa
New to college? Prepare for frank sex talk
Skits about sex and innuendo-laden videos now part of curriculum in New York under new law meant to prevent sex assaults on campuses
Nadal blows 2-set lead at U.S. Open for 1st time
Star says 2015 wasn't his year after late-night loss in New York
Report: Arrests involving topless Times Square women
A man allegedly assaulted a painted "desnudas," and a topless woman is accused of trying to sell drugs and sex
Splitting it up all over NYC
Vine star Logan Paul is going around New York City, startling people by doing splits in public places, and the gifs are amazing
Teen paralyzed in swimming accident walks again
"He's a superstar," says doctor who once thought the odds of recovery were almost non-existent
Cops: Fugitive N.C. murder suspect caught in NYC
Kendrick Keyanti Gregory is charged with murder, rape, two robberies and an assault with intent to kill in a North Carolina crime spree
Father with Alzheimer's goes missing before flight
Family sues American Airlines after he didn't board, but source familiar with incident says there was no record that he required special care
Memorial held in NYC for Broadway actor who died at 21
Kyle Jean-Baptiste was the first African-American and youngest person to play the role of Jean Valjean in "Les Miserables" on Broadway
Cops: Mom killed infant, lived with body for months
An acquaintance visiting the western New York woman called police Thursday when she found the baby's lifeless body, officials say
Bystander dies after being shot by NYPD undercover officer
Officer opens fire on armed suspect during undercover gun buy that went bad, police say
TSA agent accused of sexual assault at LaGuardia
Agent allegedly told 22-year-old college student she had to be searched in a restroom
9/11 "Dust Lady," Marcy Borders, dies of cancer
Woman covered in dust in iconic 9/11 photo wondered if there was a link to her health problems
Largest online male escort service Rentboy.com raided in NYC
Manhattan-based male escort service CEO and six of his employees arrested on charges of promoting prostitution
Bus crashes into building in Queens
Several passengers were on the Resorts World Casino bus at the the time of the crash in Rego Park, Queens
Pilot who died in crash sent by controller to landing strip that didn't exist
The pilot, who reported having trouble with his plane, was directed by an air traffic controller to a closed airport in New York
Summer party brings guests back to the Jazz Age
A huge dress-up party happens twice a summer on an island in New York Harbor celebrating the music and style of the 1920s and '30s
Man guilty of plot to kill Muslims with X-ray device
Prosecutors say an upstate N.Y. man tried to obtain a radiation device, talked of targeting a mosque and government building
Group wants federal probe of NY prisons expanded
Due to increased prison beating and deaths at certain NY prisons, investigations have been opened into the New York prison systems
Drive-by shooting in western N.Y. leaves 3 dead
Officials say gunman opened fire into a crowd outside the Boys and Girls Club in Rochester
Topless women in Times Square breaking the law, NY governor says
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says women posing nearly naked for photos are reminiscent of the "bad old Times Square"
Cops: Drunk NY man has his son, 10, drive him home
Police in upstate New York were contacted by a motorist on Saturday who saw the child driving the truck with his father in the passenger seat
New York restaurants object to $15 fast-food wage
Ahead of state labor commissioner's expected approval, fast-food industry readies to fight increase in workers' pay in court
Partial government shutdown begins as funding lapses despite Senate deal
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies has still lapsed.
Elena Rybakina beats No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka to win Australian Open
This was the second major title for fifth-seeded Elena Rybakina.
Massive trove of Epstein files released, including 3 million documents and photos
The Justice Department released more new documents today from the Jeffrey Epstein files, more than a month after DOJ's original deadline to do so.
Catherine O'Hara, "Beetlejuice" and "Home Alone" star, dies at 71
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Journalist Don Lemon appears in court following arrest over protest at Minnesota church
Don Lemon was taken into custody by federal agents in Los Angeles, where he had been covering the Grammy Awards, his attorney said.
Venezuela's Machado: "I will be president when the time comes"
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado weighs in on her political future in a new interview with "Face the Nation."
"Dances With Wolves" actor Nathan Chasing Horse convicted of sexual assault
A Nevada jury convicted "Dances With Wolves" actor Nathan Chasing Horse of multiple charges of sexually assaulting a minor.
FBI now leading investigation into fatal shooting of Alex Pretti
The FBI is now leading the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota.
Israel strikes in Gaza kill at least 30 Palestinians
Hamas called Saturday's strikes "a renewed flagrant violation" and urged the United States and other mediating countries to push Israel to stop the strikes.
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Virginia woman strangled days after dumping her deceptive boyfriend
The prosecutor said Katlyn Lyon Montgomery's ex-boyfriend dressed as a "ninja" to sneak up on her while asleep in her Virginia apartment.
"Dances With Wolves" actor Nathan Chasing Horse convicted of sexual assault
A Nevada jury convicted "Dances With Wolves" actor Nathan Chasing Horse of multiple charges of sexually assaulting a minor.
Greg Biffle wasn't flying plane before crash that killed him and 6 others, NTSB says
Federal safety officials have concluded that retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle was not flying his jet when it crashed last month in North Carolina, killing him and six others.
3 key questions for investors about Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
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Trump nominates government economist to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
President Trump says he is nominating the government economist Brett Matsumoto to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
3 key questions for investors about Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
A new $45 fee for travelers without Real IDs goes into effect Feb. 1
Passengers without Real IDs can still fly if they pay a $45 fee, which covers the cost of additional identity verification screening.
Saks to shutter most Saks Off 5th stores as bankrupt retailer cuts costs
Saks, which declared bankruptcy on Jan. 14, is set to hold going-out-of-business sales as it closes dozens of retail outlets.
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What to know about the partial government shutdown as funding lapses for many agencies
Funding for many federal agencies expired on Saturday after Congress failed to pass half a dozen spending bills before the deadline, prompting a partial government shutdown.
Trump announces IndyCar race will come to D.C. streets for America's 250th
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
Trump nominates government economist to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
President Trump says he is nominating the government economist Brett Matsumoto to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Venezuela's Machado: "I will be president when the time comes"
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado weighs in on her political future in a new interview with "Face the Nation."
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Nevada's first-in-the-nation primary bid gets boost from Latino Victory
Nevada, New Hampshire and South Carolina are vying to be the first state to vote in the 2028 Democratic presidential primaries.
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A cop thought he had a muscle cramp. He ended up fighting for his life.
Sgt. Chris Johnson was told that his heart condition had nearly been "instantly fatal." Rapid medical care and rigorous therapy helped him recover.
Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
Carter Center reaches major milestone in quest to eradicate Guinea worm
Jimmy Carter made eradicating the Guinea worm a top mission of The Carter Center. Now it could soon become the second disease eradicated in history.
Life expectancy in U.S. hit record high of 79 years in 2024, CDC says
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Gerber recalls some arrowroot biscuits over potential plastic, paper pieces
The recall affects several batches of the 5.5-ounce Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, the FDA said.
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Israel strikes in Gaza kill at least 30 Palestinians
Hamas called Saturday's strikes "a renewed flagrant violation" and urged the United States and other mediating countries to push Israel to stop the strikes.
Iranians are anxious, but some hope Trump will "fulfill his promise"
Many people in Tehran and Tel Aviv are worried that Trump will make good on his threats to attack Iran again, but for some, it's fear laced with hope.
Son of Norway crown princess to stand trial for allegedly raping 4 women
Marius Borg Hoiby, the 29-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been charged with a total of 38 counts.
Shark kills 13-year-old boy at popular beach in Brazil
Dozens of beaches along the turquoise coastlines of Pernambuco have been issued with shark warnings, authorities said.
Quieter night in Ukraine as Trump says Putin agreed to pause strikes
Zelenskyy says Ukraine will "take corresponding steps" as Trump says Putin agreed to stop bombing Ukrainian cities for a week.
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A new "Phantom of the Opera" takes the stage
It's been nearly three years since the curtain came down on Broadway's "The Phantom of the Opera." Now, the record-breaking musical is back on stage in a brand-new form.
New exhibit explores Mustangs in the movies
For decades, the Ford Mustang has been one of the most recognizable cars on America's highways. The car is also a familiar sight on the big screen, even earning top billing in one movie. Now, the Mustang's movie ties are being explored in a new immersive experience.
Breaking down the Grammy Awards
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will be held on Sunday night. Here's what to know about the nominees.
Remembering actor Catherine O'Hara
Catherine O'Hara made audiences laugh for years. She started working in comedy in Canada in the 1970s and spent decades stealing scenes on screen before her death at 71. Here's a look back on her incredible career.
Elena Rybakina beats No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka to win Australian Open
This was the second major title for fifth-seeded Elena Rybakina.
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Uber looks to cash in on self-driving cars — but not by driving them
The rideshare company is getting into the business of providing real-world driving data to autonomous vehicle developers. Here's why.
New AI features for Gmail users
This month, Google launched a suite of new features for Gmail. Google's AI assistant, Gemini, can now filter through junk, summarize an inbox and even help users write emails. Blake Barnes, Gmail vice president of product, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
TikTok's new privacy policy is sparking a backlash. Here's what to know.
Some TikTok users are raising questions about the app's new terms and conditions after the social media platform's split from its China-based parent.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Judge rules out death penalty for Mangione
A judge declared that Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty if convicted on federal charges in the 2024 killing of United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson. It's a big win for Mangione, though he still faces the possibility of life in prison.
Virginia woman strangled days after dumping her deceptive boyfriend
The prosecutor said Katlyn Lyon Montgomery's ex-boyfriend dressed as a "ninja" to sneak up on her while asleep in her Virginia apartment.
Why judge dropped 2 charges against Mangione
Luigi Mangione, the accused killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, will not face the death penalty after a judge on Friday dismissed two counts that could have carried a death sentence. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi joins to take a look at the new ruling and what it means for the high-profile murder case.
DOJ releases new batch of Epstein files
The Justice Department is releasing more than 3 million pages related to its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports. Then, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, joins with analysis.
Don Lemon's attorney reacts to his arrest
Independent journalist Don Lemon has been arrested in Los Angeles and faces two federal charges, a source tells CBS News. Anna Schecter has more.
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NASA delays Artemis mission to moon due to cold weather
The first Artemis moonshot with a crew is now targeted for no earlier than Feb. 8, two days later than planned.
Artemis II crew undergoes intense training for rare moon mission
For months, the Artemis II crew and flight controllers have been simulating malfunctions to prepare for their upcoming trip around the Moon.
Inside Artemis II astronauts' training
NASA is preparing for its first crewed mission around the moon in more than 50 years. The Artemis II astronauts include three Americans and one Canadian on a 10-day flight. Mark Strassmann got a look at how they're training.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
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A new "Phantom of the Opera" takes the stage
It's been nearly three years since the curtain came down on Broadway's "The Phantom of the Opera." Now, the record-breaking musical is back on stage in a brand-new form.
New exhibit explores Mustangs in the movies
For decades, the Ford Mustang has been one of the most recognizable cars on America's highways. The car is also a familiar sight on the big screen, even earning top billing in one movie. Now, the Mustang's movie ties are being explored in a new immersive experience.
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