What’s behind the Long Island shark attacks?
Lifeguards on New York's Long Island beaches are on high alert after at least five people were bitten by sharks in the area since Monday. Meg Oliver has more.
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4 shark attacks reported off New York shores; 50 spotted at one beach
"That's nature and maybe we are taking over their domain and they don't like it," 90-year-old Diana Fratello told CBS New York.
Yusef Salaam of "Exonerated 5" on office run
Yusef Salaam, a member of the "Exonerated Five," was 15 years old when he was wrongfully convicted of rape of a jogger in Central Park in New York City in 1989. Salaam joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his first run for office as he is on track to join the New York City Council.
Rep. George Santos appears in court
New York Republican Congressman George Santos returned to court Friday for the first time since pleading not guilty to federal charges that include wire fraud and money laundering. In the short hearing, the judge set his next appearance for September. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Oldest shop in Chinatown keeps legacy going
The oldest shop in New York City's Chinatown nearly closed its doors in 2016. In a bid to save her family's shop and others like it, Mei Lum turned down a spot at an Ivy League university to become its fifth-generation owner. Vlad Duthiers has the story.
University says janitor destroyed research
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in upstate New York is suing a cleaning firm for $1 million, accusing one of its janitors of ruining 20 years of potentially groundbreaking research. CBS News' Meg Oliver has more.
N.Y. man shot crossbow that killed infant daughter, authorities say
The bolt hit the baby girl in the upper torso and exited near an armpit before striking her mom in the chest, authorities say.
This giant flower can cause burns. What is giant hogweed?
One man in London recently was burned and blistered so badly from the plants that he "couldn't even walk": "I got out of bed in the morning for work and I collapsed under my own weight."
New York to protect doctors for out-of-state telehealth abortion visits
The law specifically aims to protect New York doctors who use telehealth systems to prescribe abortion pills for patients in states where abortion is banned.
Inside Raffetto's pasta shop
Raffetto's is one of the oldest pasta shops in the country. The New York institution first opened its doors in 1906, and 117 years later is still thriving. It supplies some of the best restaurants in New York City. Now the fourth generation of Raffetto's is moving into a new future with personalized private dinners called Petite Pasta Joint.
Elevated park High Line is expanding
Stretching more than 1.5 miles over New York City, the iconic High Line elevated park is now connected to Penn Station. This new life for the formerly abandoned railroad tracks puts a whole new spin on a public park. Jill Schlesinger has more.
Ex-NYPD sergeant convicted of acting as Chinese agent
Michael McMahon, 55, faces up to 20 years in prison.
4 killed in fire at NYC e-bike repair shop
Four people were killed and two were critically injured when a fire broke out at an e-bike repair shop in New York City. Fire officials blamed lithium-ion batteries, which have caused 108 fires resulting in 13 deaths in New York City in 2023 alone. Elaine Quijano reports.
Bebe Rexha hit in face with cell phone during show
Pop star Bebe Rexha said she is okay after being hit in the face with a cell phone during a show Sunday in New York City. A 27-year-old man is facing assault charges for allegedly throwing the phone.
How to celebrate Juneteenth 2023 across the U.S. this holiday weekend
Parades, concerts and art festivals are among the broad range of programs and events happening nationwide to honor Juneteenth, or Freedom Day.
Celebrating Juneteenth through cuisine
The U.S. is marking Juneteenth Monday, commemorating the end of slavery in America. And a big part of any holiday or celebration is food. CBS News spoke with Fanerra and Hasson Dupree, the husband-and-wife duo behind Black Nile Seafood and Soul Food in Brooklyn, about soul food and how it is uniquely American.
Nature: Mute swans
We leave you this Sunday Morning with Mute Swans out for a Father's Day splash in the marshes of Lake Ontario, near Rochester, New York. Videographer: Carl Mrozek.
Trump golf course criminal investigation closed, Westchester D.A. says
The two-year investigation examined Trump Organization valuations of a golf club in Westchester County, New York.
Daniel Penny indicted in chokehold death of Jordan Neely on NYC subway
Video taken by subway passengers showed Penny, a Marine veteran, holding Neely in a chokehold for several minutes.
2023 list of "most fun states" revealed
California ranks as the most fun state in America, according to WalletHub. They based their findings on criteria such as entertainment and outing costs, accessibility to national parks and nightlife options. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers and Anne-Marie Greene report.
1 person dead after tour boat capsizes in cave along Erie Canal
Officials have not shared how many passengers were on board during the incident or if there were any serious injuries.
Mayor Eric Adams signs order protecting gender-affirming care in NYC
"To our LGBTQ+ community across the nation feeling hurt, isolated, or threatened, we have a clear message for you: New York City has and will always be a welcoming home for you," Mayor Adams wrote on Twitter Monday.
Girl, 11, dies after losing consciousness on flight to New York
The crew of Turkish Airlines Flight TK003 diverted for an emergency landing in Budapest not long into the New York-bound journey.
NYC firefighter drowns while trying to save daughter from rip current
Mark Batista served as both a firefighter and an EMT at the New York City Fire Department for 15 years, officials said in a statement.
Earn big bucks? Here's how much you might save by moving to Miami.
High-income people in cities such as New York and San Francisco can save up to $200,000 a year by migrating to Miami, study finds.
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Hezbollah warns fingers remain on trigger, but Lebanon ceasefire holds
President Trump voices renewed optimism for a wider deal to end the Iran war as Hezbollah indicates it will abide by the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
Rep. Luna accuses Sen. Gallego of misconduct, which he denies
GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told CBS News that Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego was the previously unnamed senator whom she accused of "very disturbing" conduct. Gallego has denied all wrongdoing.
Controversial surveillance program extended by House but only until April 30
The House OK'd a short-term renewal until April 30 of FISA, the controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, after Republicans revolted, refusing President Trump's push for a longer extension.
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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
Democrat Analilia Mejia projected to win N.J. House District 11 seat
CBS News projects that Democrat Analilia Mejia will win the special election in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, a seat formerly held by Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Musician d4vd arrested on suspicion of murder in teen's death, LAPD says
Singer and songwriter d4vd has been arrested on suspicion of murder for the death of a 14-year-old whose dismembered body was found last year in a Tesla belonging to the singer.
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Remains found in car ID'd as family who mysteriously vanished in 1958
The Ford station wagon thought to belong to the Martin family was found in 2024 by a diver who had been looking for it for several years.
AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
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Airline adding triple-decker bunk beds in economy-class for long-haul flights
Air New Zealand will soon offer four-hour stints in triple-decker bunk beds for long-haul flights. The carrier says they'll be the first lie-flat beds for budget air travelers.
AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
This is the fastest-growing job for young workers, LinkedIn says
Hint: It involves AI, and a LinkedIn economist says employers are clamoring for people to fill these roles.
NPR gets $113 million in gifts, including $80 million from Connie Ballmer
NPR said the donation from Ballmer, the largest to the public radio network by a living donor, will help offset the loss of federal funding in 2025.
Trump admin set to launch tariff refund portal. Here's what to know.
A federal agency will open a portal on April 20 that lets businesses apply for a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court.
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Controversial surveillance program extended by House but only until April 30
The House OK'd a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, after Republicans revolted and refused President Trump's push for a longer extension.
Rep. Luna accuses Sen. Gallego of misconduct, which he denies
GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told CBS News that Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego was the previously unnamed senator whom she accused of "very disturbing" conduct. Gallego has denied all wrongdoing.
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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.
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Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral.
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.
Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
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Trump to sign executive order on psychedelic drug used abroad to treat PTSD
Ibogaine is used in Mexico and the Caribbean to treat depression, anxiety, addiction and brain trauma.
As U.S. birth rate falls, Trump officials downplay contraception in Title X program
According to new CDC data, there were 3.6 million U.S. births in 2025, a 1% decline from 2024 and down 23% since 2007. The Trump administration has said it wants to reverse this trend.
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Hezbollah warns fingers remain on trigger, but Lebanon ceasefire holds
President Trump voices renewed optimism for a wider deal to end the Iran war as Hezbollah indicates it will abide by the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
Cuban leader says country will "be ready" for possible U.S. attack
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel says that while Cuba does not want military aggression from the United States, his country is prepared to fight back.
Latest effort to rein in Trump on Iran falls short in House vote
Few Republicans have been willing to distance themselves from the president as the war's end remains uncertain.
Caine warns "we will use force" if Iran does not comply with blockade
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday thatthe U.S. military can "make the transition" from the blockade to "major combat operations."
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AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
Surprise twist in "Survivor 50" elimination
(Warning: Spoilers ahead!) "CBS Mornings" reveals a surprising twist in Wednesday's "Survivor 50" episode that led to a historic trial council ceremony.
More on Live Nation, Ticketmaster ruling
A jury ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly. Variety's Jem Aswad joins CBS News with more.
Simon Helberg on "The Audacity"
Simon Helberg, known for his role as Howard in "The Big Bang Theory," talks about the new show "The Audacity." Helberg plays a developer who is creating an AI companion. He explains what drew him to the role and discusses the show's messages about humanity and technology.
What happened to influencer Clavicular?
Controversial influencer Clavicular said he is home from the hospital after his livestream abruptly ended on Tuesday night. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports and The Free Press' River Page has more.
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AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
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.
Key takeaways on Anthropic's new AI model
More concerns are emerging about Anthropic's new Mythos AI model. Matt Shumer, a former AI company founder and CEO, joins CBS News with more details.
How hackers are using AI to breach networks
U.S. officials are warning of Iranian cyberattacks on businesses and consumers. It comes as a new FBI report shows losses from cybercrime reached nearly $21 billion last year. Ash-har Quraishi shows how hackers are using artificial intelligence, and how you can protect yourself.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
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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Police: Politician killed wife, himself
Police in Virginia say the former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax died after he shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself. Nicole Sganga reports.
Divorce battle preceded Fairfax murder-suicide
Just after midnight on Thursday, police say former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax killed his wife and then himself in their home. Both of their teenage children were home at the time of the incident. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Sharp increase in ICE detention deaths
New JAMA network research data shows a sharp increase in the number of people who died while in ICE detention last year. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
ICE agent accused of assault for pulling gun on 2 people on highway, charges say
Gregory Morgan Jr. of Temple Hills, Maryland, was charged Thursday morning with two counts of second-degree assault in the Feb. 5 incident.
Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in pair of alleged gambling cases
Damon Jones was among dozens of people, including alleged mafia figures and athletes, charged last year in connection with a pair of gambling schemes.
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Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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What to know about Strait of Hormuz, Iran war
Lindsey Reiser anchors a special CBS News 24/7 report on the blockade against Iranian ports, the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the current state of the war with Iran.
What Americans think about Iran, economy
CBS News' Lana Zak spoke with some Americans about their thoughts on the conflict with Iran and its impact on the economy.
Where Trump's goals in Iran stand now
President Trump has repeatedly claimed that the war with Iran is "almost over." He has also stated multiple times that the U.S. is close to accomplishing "all of its goals" in Iran. CBS News' Robert Costa reports and Michael Doran, director of the Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East at the Hudson Institute, have more.
Trump continues feud with Pope Leo
Earlier this week, President Trump turned his criticism toward an unlikely subject- Pope Leo. Michael O'Loughlin, the executive editor of the National Catholic Reporter, joins "The Daily Report."
4/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Ceasefire begins between Israel and Lebanon; U.S. blockade of Iranian ports continues for a fourth day.