Opal Lee calls for unity in letter to President Trump on inauguration day
An educator and civil rights advocate, Lee called for unity and hope, drawing deeply from Dr. Martin Luther King's enduring legacy.
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Shallie Bey Jr.: Leading the U.S. Mint with President Carter's trust
The Fort Worth resident made strides as the head of the United States Mint in Philadelphia from 1978 to 1981.
New Orleans victim's family visits site of attack, shares his last text
Hand in hand, the family of the 21-year-old man walked down Bourbon Street to where he died in a terror attack on New Year's Day.
579 animals killed after fire rips through Northwest Dallas shopping center
Most of the animals died of smoke inhalation, officials said. They included birds, chickens, hamsters, dogs and cats.
Dallas Stars' Tyler Seguin joins list of high-profile home burglaries
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
Severe storms cause travel delays across U.S.
Just hours after multiple tornadoes struck Texas and powerful storms slammed parts of Louisiana, several states are now facing a threat of severe weather this weekend. All of this comes amid busy holiday travel. CBS News national reporter Kati Weiss has more.
Search continues for missing girl swept away in Texas floodwaters
The girl's father, Will Robinson, a well-respected high school coach from Durant, Oklahoma, did not survive.
28-year-old Ellis Co. detention officer dies after being attacked by inmate
Officer Isaiah Bias, 28, died Monday while carrying out his duties, Ellis County Sheriff Brad Norman said.
North Texas teen Cheyenne Grace rises to the top of the holiday charts
The 18-year-old grew up in Dallas and is now capturing listeners around the world with her first album, "Home for Christmas."
Fort Worth church's human trafficking shelter approved despite opposition
The city council approved the site plan for Mercy Culture Church's proposed residential facility last night in a divided 6-4 vote.
Parents advocate for food allergy awareness after daughter's tragic death
Two Texas parents are on a mission to raise awareness about food allergies after the death of their 23-year-old daughter.
Texas megachurch pastor T.D. Jakes suffers health incident after sermon
The Potter's House Church said in a statement that Bishop T.D. Jakes is stable and under the care of healthcare professionals.
Former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger ordered to pay nearly $100 million in civil trial
Guyger was convicted six years ago of shooting and killing Jean in his apartment, which she said she thought was her own.
As one "shaken baby" suspect is exonerated, another sits on death row
"It's very similar. In fact, an identical witness was involved in both cases," said State Representative Joe Moody.
Freedman Town's legacy lives on in Dallas' Uptown: Preserving History
What is now Dallas' trendy Uptown neighborhood was once a thriving community built by former slaves.
Texas woman who believes she was switched at birth sues hospital for accountability
Being switched at birth is something you rarely hear about, but a Glen Rose woman said it happened to her almost 50 years ago.
North Texas firefighters save 2-year-old from apartment blaze
It's something firefighters never want to hear. An apartment is on fire and a toddler is trapped inside.
"Tiger King" Joe Exotic announces prison engagement
Joe Exotic, made famous in the Netflix series "Tiger King" and currently serving time in federal prison, says he is engaged to a fellow inmate in Texas and hopes to get married.
NFL legends encourage paralyzed Frisco teen at football game
Semyon "SJ" Williams Jr. is recovering from paralysis caused by a wasp.
Robert Roberson expected to testify before legislative panel after execution stay
The Texas man will testify before the Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence of the Texas House of Representatives.
North Texas girl sex trafficked after Dallas Mavericks game shares her story of survival
Once afraid to tell her story, Natalee Cramer now wants her voice heard.
CrossFit Games will continue in Fort Worth after athlete drowns
"Our hearts go out to the athlete's family, friends, and the entire CrossFit community," Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker said.
Members grieve massive fire which destroyed historic Dallas church sanctuary
The sight of devastation and the smell of smoke remains outside First Baptist Dallas, one day after a four-alarm fire tore through the original sanctuary.
Ancient Chinese game of Mahjong sweeps across North Texas
It's a craze sweeping the nation where each player has a wall of 13 to 14 tiles.
Bedbugs help unravel suspected human trafficking ring in Texas
Police suspect it's part of a much larger operation with potentially 100 victims or more.
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Live updates on wave of Trump executive orders and actions
Many of the steps taken by President Trump as he starts his second term are proving highly controversial.
Prince Harry settles lawsuit against Murdoch's U.K. News Group
Prince Harry has settled his lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch's British News Group Newspapers for an apology and "substantial damages."
New Hegseth allegations revealed in affidavit by former sister-in-law
The former sister-in-law of Pete Hegseth told senators in a sworn affidavit that he caused his second wife to fear for her personal safety and abused alcohol over the course of many years.
Capitol Police chief: Jan. 6 pardons put politics over policing
President Trump pardoned about 1,500 people convicted of crimes related to the Capitol riot.
Trump announces up to $500B in private sector AI infrastructure investment
President Trump announced billions in private sector investment by OpenAI, Softbank and Oracle to build AI infrastructure in the U.S.
U.S. expands expedited deportations beyond border areas as part of Trump crackdown
Expedited removal allows U.S. immigration officials to deport migrants who lack proper documents through a streamlined process that bypasses the lengthy and massively backlogged immigration court system.
Trump executive order says federal government only recognizes "two sexes"
The executive order means Americans won't be able to select "X" on passports any longer.
Trump pardons Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht
Libertarian activists, who generally oppose criminal drug policies, argued the government overreached in building its case against Ross Ulbricht and the dark web marketplace Silk Road.
Federal DEI staffers being placed on leave
Trump is axing funding dedicated to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion within the federal government.
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Trump wants the feds to lower prices for Americans. Can he deliver?
President Trump campaigned on the promise to bring down the U.S. cost of living. That could be easier said than done.
4 arrested in correction with burglary at Joe Burrow's home
An old LSU shirt and a Bengals hat believed to have been stolen from Joe Burrow's home were found after police pulled four men over.
U.S. expands expedited deportations beyond border areas as part of Trump crackdown
Expedited removal allows U.S. immigration officials to deport migrants who lack proper documents through a streamlined process that bypasses the lengthy and massively backlogged immigration court system.
Trump executive order says federal government only recognizes "two sexes"
The executive order means Americans won't be able to select "X" on passports any longer.
How much snow has fallen? Map shows record-breaking numbers
Snow totals in Louisiana have broken records. Parts of Florida, Texas and Georgia have also accumulated several inches of snow.
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Netflix is boosting subscription prices. Here are the new fees.
Netflix said it's increasing the prices on its subscription plans starting today. Here are the new prices.
Trump announces up to $500B in private sector AI infrastructure investment
President Trump announced billions in private sector investment by OpenAI, Softbank and Oracle to build AI infrastructure in the U.S.
Trump threatens steep tariffs against Canada and Mexico
President Trump opted against deploying a blanket tariff against U.S. trading partners, but kept the heat on Canada and Mexico.
Trump's DOGE executive order says Musk's efforts will focus on IT
Trump on Monday signed an executive order to create Elon Musk's DOGE, with a mandate to improve federal IT systems.
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Trump wants the feds to lower prices for Americans. Can he deliver?
President Trump campaigned on the promise to bring down the U.S. cost of living. That could be easier said than done.
Trump pardons Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht
Libertarian activists, who generally oppose criminal drug policies, argued the government overreached in building its case against Ross Ulbricht and the dark web marketplace Silk Road.
U.S. expands expedited deportations beyond border areas as part of Trump crackdown
Expedited removal allows U.S. immigration officials to deport migrants who lack proper documents through a streamlined process that bypasses the lengthy and massively backlogged immigration court system.
Capitol Police chief: Jan. 6 pardons put politics over policing
President Trump pardoned about 1,500 people convicted of crimes related to the Capitol riot.
Elephants to remain at zoo following Colorado Supreme Court ruling
The court ruled Tuesday that elephants couldn't be released because animals don't have the same rights as humans. The group that filed the suit said that the animals were experiencing stress, physical issues, and brain damage.
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More than a dozen cats dead or sickened by bird flu in raw pet food, FDA says
The sick or dead cats include domestic, exotic and sanctuary cats. The FDA is investigating.
Trump moves to withdraw U.S. from the World Health Organization
President Trump signed an executive order on the first day of his second term, beginning the process of withdrawing the U.S. from the World Health Organization.
Use of "aphrodisiac honey" is surging, customs officials warn
A record amount of illegally imported honey touted as a sexual enhancement — but often tainted with erectile dysfunction drugs — was seized in France last year.
Bird flu detected in commercial poultry flock in Georgia, officials say
Bird flu has been detected in a commercial poultry flock in Georgia for the first time since the current outbreak began in 2022, officials say.
A stuntman's body was changing. It took nearly a decade to find out why
Ray Kohn knew something was wrong, but it took several years dozens of doctor's visits to find an answer.
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2,000-year-old statue found dumped near garbage cans
Experts say the headless statue is from the Hellenistic period (between 323 and 31 BC), according to police.
Cat mistakenly left on a plane, takes 3 trips covering 4,500 miles
A Maine coon cat named Mittens made three trips in 24 hours between New Zealand and Australia.
Prince Harry settles lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch's U.K. News Group
Prince Harry has settled his lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch's British News Group Newspapers for an apology and "substantial damages."
Drug traffickers nabbed by photo of French Bulldog must pay $1.4 million
Investigators used an intercepted photo of Bob the French Bulldog to track down an organized crime group.
Skeleton of Bronze Age woman discovered in U.K.
The crouch position in which the woman's remains were found has been documented as early as 5500-4700 years ago.
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Netflix is boosting subscription prices. Here are the new fees.
Netflix said it's increasing the prices on its subscription plans starting today. Here are the new prices.
Frankie Grande takes on villainous role in "Henry Danger: The Movie"
Frankie Grande, known for his work as a performer, actor and dancer, is back on screen in the new Nickelodeon kids' film "Henry Danger: The Movie," now streaming on Paramount +.
Frankie Grande on "Henry Danger: The Movie"
Performer, actor, and dancer Frankie Grande stars as the villainous Frankini in the new Nickelodeon kids' film "Henry Danger: The Movie," now streaming on Paramount Plus. Grande discusses his role and the movie's superhero action in an exclusive interview.
Trevor Noah to host 2025 Grammy Awards
Comedian Trevor Noah will return to the Grammy Awards stage to host the 2025 ceremony — his fifth consecutive year leading the show.
Extended interview: Steve Guttenberg
In this web exclusive, actor Steve Guttenberg ("Police Academy," "Cocoon," "Three Men and a Baby") talks with "Sunday Morning" contributor Lisa Ling about his relationship with his late father (whom he called his "anchor") and his support as Steve built up a Hollywood career, which he experienced as "a regular person living an extraordinary life." He also talks about being a caregiver to his father after his diagnosis of kidney failure.
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What happened when 4 teens swapped their smartphones for flip phones
Half of American teenagers get 4 hours or more of daily screen time and are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, a report found.
4 teens swap smartphones for flip phones
Smartphones are now ubiquitous, even among teenagers, But CBS News asked four eighth graders in New Jersey to trade theirs in for flip phones for one week. Meg Oliver shares how the change affected their day-to-day lives.
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.
Trump announces AI infrastructure project
President Trump announced a $500 billion investment into artificial intelligence infrastructure on his first full day in office. His announcement was made alongside the heads of three leading artificial intelligence companies committing billions to a joint venture called "Stargate."
Trump announces up to $500B in private sector AI infrastructure investment
President Trump announced billions in private sector investment by OpenAI, Softbank and Oracle to build AI infrastructure in the U.S.
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Climate scientist: "There's no place that's safe"
Experts discuss the increased intensity we can expect from destructive weather events due to climate change, while an amateur meteorologist explains how he helped sound the alarm as wildfires spread towards the L.A. County community of Altadena.
Scientists make "jaw-dropping" discovery about Iron Age women in U.K.
Scientists analyzing 2,000-year-old DNA have revealed that a Celtic society in the southern U.K. during the Iron Age was centered around women, a study said.
SpaceX pushes Starship test flight back one day due to weather
If the weather cooperates, the Starship launch will follow the maiden flight of Jeff Bezos' already weather-delayed New Glenn rocket.
What to know about the pink fire retardant being dropped on L.A. wildfires
Aircraft battling fires raging through the Los Angeles area are dropping hundreds of thousands of gallons of hot-pink fire suppressant in a desperate effort to stop the flames.
When will cicadas come back in 2025?
Brood XIV, the second-largest group of periodical cicadas, known for their noisy mass emergence from the ground, will arrive this spring.
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4 arrested in correction with burglary at Joe Burrow's home
An old LSU shirt and a Bengals hat believed to have been stolen from Joe Burrow's home were found after police pulled four men over.
Trump pardons Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht
Libertarian activists, who generally oppose criminal drug policies, argued the government overreached in building its case against Ross Ulbricht and the dark web marketplace Silk Road.
Capitol Police chief: Jan. 6 pardons put politics over policing
President Trump pardoned about 1,500 people convicted of crimes related to the Capitol riot.
Drug traffickers nabbed by photo of French Bulldog must pay $1.4 million
Investigators used an intercepted photo of Bob the French Bulldog to track down an organized crime group.
Former Proud Boys leader released
Enrique Tarrio, the former leader of the Proud Boys who was convicted for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack, has been released from federal prison. The move is part of President Trump's pardons for those who carried out the attack in Washington, D.C. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
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FAA orders investigation into SpaceX Starship failure
A fire in the aft section of SpaceX's Starship trigged the apparent explosion that destroyed the spacecraft, the company says.
What's next for SpaceX?
SpaceX completed its seventh launch of the Starship rocket, Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket into orbit and a NASA astronaut stuck in space went on her first spacewalk in seven months. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks down the latest stories.
SpaceX's Starship spacecraft destroyed in mega rocket launch
Telemetry from the Starship froze just more than 8 minutes after launch from Texas, moments after engines began shutting down.
Details on Blue Origin launch of Glenn rocket
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket was launched Thursday morning in Florida following a three-day delay. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer from the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the launch.
Blue Origin launches New Glenn rocket
Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket early Thursday, sending a test satellite into orbit. The mission wasn't a complete success though, as the booster crashed while trying to land on a platform in the Atlantic Ocean.
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
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