Philadelphia could open site for heroin users to shoot up safely
In the nation's fifth largest city, the opioid epidemic is so bad that city officials are now taking extreme measures to save lives
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Safe injection sites
The opioid epidemic has officials in Philadelphia considering establishing safe injection sites, places where addicts can shoot up heroin under supervision of health care workers. It's already being done in Vancouver, and is under consideration in places like Seattle. But is it legal? CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.
Could medical marijuana help curb the opioid crisis?
New research finds opioid prescriptions tend to decline in states that adopt medical marijuana laws or legalize recreational use of pot
It's easy to buy opioids on the so-called darknet, FBI says
Secret web browsers, encrypted channels, and virtual currency such as bitcoin enable drug trafficking online – but law enforcement is taking aim
Doctors warn about "opioid alternative" gabapentin
Drug is being found in more and more overdose deaths
CDC director pledges to bring opioid epidemic "to its knees"
New director of the top public health agency also said he believes the AIDS epidemic could be ended in three to seven years in the U.S.
Prince died from sky-high levels of fentanyl, report shows
AP obtained confidential toxicology report documenting what was in his system at time, including the super-potent synthetic opioid
Trump focuses on law enforcement side of opioid rollout
With Trump's directive, the Justice Department will "use federal law to seek the death penalty wherever appropriate"
Trump calls for "toughness" on drug dealers, traffickers to fight opioid crisis
The president unveiled his latest efforts in combatting the nation's opioid epidemic in Manchester, New Hampshire
5 NYC doctors charged with taking kickbacks for fentanyl prescriptions
They are accused of accepting bribes in the form of speaking fees in exchange for prescribing millions of dollars' worth of a potent fentanyl-based spray
Hospitals report big spike in opioid overdoses
A new government report finds more bad news for the nation's continued fight against the opioid epidemic
More kids landing in hospital after opioid overdoses
Between 2004 and 2015, the number of children and teens admitted to a pediatric intensive care unit for opioid ODs nearly doubled
Sessions unveils new task force targeting opioid manufacturers, distributors
The latest task force will target drug manufactures and distributors through criminal and civil penalties
FDA raises death count from kratom, a natural opioid
It now attributes 44 U.S. fatalities to the herb, and it launched a major recall of dietary supplements containing it
Kratom linked to dozens of illnesses from salmonella
The herbal supplement kratom was recently declared an opioid by the FDA, and now there are contamination concerns
Patients, doctors turn to acupuncture amid America's opioid crisis
Acupuncture is being embraced by patients and doctors as an alternative to powerful painkillers
Sessions: "We've got to confront the problem" of school shootings
Sessions called the Florida shooting a tragedy while delivering remarks a sheriffs conference in D.C.
Opioid makers gave $10 million to advocacy groups
Advocacy groups that received the drugmakers' money promoted their opioids, according to a new report
OxyContin maker to stop promoting drug to doctors amid opioid epidemic
OxyContin has long been the world's top-selling opioid painkiller, bringing in billions in sales for privately-held Purdue
Opioid "alternative" kratom actually contains opioids, FDA says
FDA analysis makes it more likely that the supplement kratom, which has been linked to 44 deaths, could be banned by the federal government
Cities, counties ask Big Pharma to limit opioids production
Lawyers for local governments proposed ultra-high-dosage opioids be permanently taken off the market, CBS News has learned
The backstory of Trump's foundering opioid fight
In public, the White House is championing the cause -- but the behind-the-scenes struggle is more complicated
FDA cracks down on abuse of anti-diarrhea medication
Some addicts take huge doses of loperamide – sold under the brand name Imodium A-D – to try to ease withdrawal or maintain a high
The state of Trump's union, by the numbers
From stock prices to opioids, here's a deep statistical dive into the shape of America one year later
What to expect in Trump's State of the Union address
"I'd say to Congress, the tone will be one of bipartisanship," an official said, hours after President Trump tweeted about "Cryin' Chuck Schumer"
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Trump says he was "an hour away" from striking Iran
Trump says he scrapped a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies as "serious negotiations" on a peace deal are underway.
Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time
Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.
DOJ's settlement with Trump bans IRS from taking action over his old tax returns
The Internal Revenue Service is permanently barred from pursuing claims against President Trump or his company based on prior tax returns, part of a controversial settlement deal between the Justice Department and Mr. Trump.
Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz
CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.
Trump's $1.7+ billion fund sparks rush to capitalize: "All J6ers will apply"
One Republican lawyer close to the administration told CBS News that they expect the fund to face court challenges even though "a lot of people in MAGA world are already counting their money."
Mangione supporters should not have been given press passes, mayor says
Luigi Mangione supporters have loudly made their feelings known outside every court appearance, but several are now in court with official press passes.
Chinese execs, shipping container companies accused of price fixing during pandemic
The indictment, which was first reported by CBS News, marks the latest in a series of probes by the Justice Dept. related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Polls are beginning to close Tuesday for primaries in several states, including the most expensive House primary in history.
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Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
Imam of San Diego mosque says his community has seen a rise in Islamophobia
The imam of a San Diego mosque that was targeted in Monday's shooting told CBS News that his community has seen a "rise" in "Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment" in recent years.
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz
CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.
Voters want more competitive congressional districts, CBS News poll finds
But most GOP voters want candidates who'd back most or everything Trump wants.
Mangione supporters should not have been given press passes, mayor says
Luigi Mangione supporters have loudly made their feelings known outside every court appearance, but several are now in court with official press passes.
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Is the teen summer job a thing of the past?
A summer job was once a seasonal tradition for millions of American teenagers. No more — here's why fewer young people are expected to clock in when school ends.
Polymarket to let users make prediction market bets on private companies
Polymarket users can now trade on private companies' valuations, IPOs and secondary market activity.
The 10 most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home
Buyers can still find lower-cost homes in some midsize cities, especially across the Rust Belt and Sun Belt, a new analysis finds.
AI sparks backlash from new graduates. How deep does the disapproval go?
Many Americans are signaling disapproval of the technology amid fears that it will eclipse already competitive entry-level jobs.
Mango founder Isak Andic's son arrested in his death
Police in Spain arrested the son of Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, for allegedly having played a role in his December 2024 death.
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Rep. Massie is latest GOP incumbent to lose primary after Trump backs challenger
President Trump endorsed former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz
CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.
Voters want more competitive congressional districts, CBS News poll finds
But most GOP voters want candidates who'd back most or everything Trump wants.
Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time
Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.
DOJ's settlement with Trump bans IRS from taking action over his old tax returns
The Internal Revenue Service is permanently barred from pursuing claims against President Trump or his company based on prior tax returns, part of a controversial settlement deal between the Justice Department and Mr. Trump.
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Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Latest on American who contracted Ebola
A missionary doctor who was serving in Congo will receive treatment in Germany after testing positive for Ebola. Skyler Henry has the latest.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was evacuated after testing positive for Ebola.
Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine or treatment
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda
The Trump administration announced it's restricting people who don't have U.S. passports from entering the country if they have been in Congo, South Sudan or Uganda amid the Ebola outbreak.
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Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time
Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.
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Federal prosecutors open new criminal probe into Maduro, sources say
There is concern among some in the Justice Department that the pending charges against him are weak, sources said.
Who's who in Cuba's leadership? Here are the names to know.
President Trump has been openly mulling a takeover of Cuba similar to the operation that toppled Venezuela's Nicolás Madoro. What it would mean for the regime's leaders remains to be seen. Here are some of the figures to watch.
Iran stages mass weddings for couples ready for "self-sacrifice" in war
Iranian state media showed wedding ceremonies in Tehran for dozens of couples said to have volunteered for "self-sacrifice" in the war with the U.S.
Man gets death sentence for killing teen TikTok star in Pakistan
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety.
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Soon-to-be mom Beanie Feldstein reveals sex of her baby
Actor Beanie Feldstein told "CBS Mornings" she and wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are expecting a baby girl.
Beanie Feldstein on takeaways from kids' book
Actor Beanie Feldstein talks about the theme of her debut children's book, which focuses on the power of friendship. She also discusses becoming a parent soon and starring in a new film with Robert De Niro.
2-time "Survivor" contestant on 50th season
Rob Cesternino, a 2-time "Survivor" castaway, talks about the upcoming "Survivor 50" finale, who he think will make the final three and who is his favorite to win the game.
Hayden Panettiere opens up in new memoir
Golden Globe-nominated actor Hayden Panettiere shares her story and opens up about life in the spotlight as a young actor, postpartum depression and her healing journey.
5/17: Sunday Morning "By Design"
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
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Privacy concerns grow over AI, phone numbers
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its top executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
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.
Musk says he'll appeal OpenAI lawsuit dismissal
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
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Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
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Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
San Diego imam describes victims of shooting
Imam Taha Hassan of the Islamic Center of San Diego tells CBS News about the beloved security guard and members of his mosque who died "sacrificed their lives for the entire community" during Monday's shooting.
FBI: Islamic Center shooters radicalized online
Investigators gave an update Tuesday on Monday's deadly shooting at a mosque in San Diego. CBS News' Lana Zak and Anna Schecter have the latest.
Mangione supporters should not have been given press passes, mayor says
Luigi Mangione supporters have loudly made their feelings known outside every court appearance, but several are now in court with official press passes.
San Diego officials give update on mosque shooting
Officials in San Diego took questions Tuesday about Monday's shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, giving new details on some of the heroic actions taken by the three victims to draw the shooters away from the children who were present at the mosque. Following the news conference, CBS News national correspondent Lana Zak provided additional reporting.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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New details on Trump-IRS settlement
The Internal Revenue Service is permanently barred from pursuing claims against President Trump or his company based on prior tax returns, part of a controversial settlement agreement that the Justice Department struck to resolve a lawsuit brought by Mr. Trump. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
CBS News Radio flashback: Reporting from Murrow
Major Garrett pays tribute to perhaps the most iconic CBS News voice, Edward R. Murrow, with a collection of clips from his World War II radio reporting.
Multiple polls show declining Trump ratings
Since 2016, President Trump has thrived on the support of non-college-educated White voters. A recent CBS News poll shows that support is lower than ever, at 46%, down from 68% in early 2025. Political strategists Zac Petkanas and Joe Borelli join with analysis.
Drone strike hits UAE nuclear power plant
The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday alleged that Iran-backed Shiite militias in Iraq attacked one of its nuclear power plants. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins with more.
Redistricting's net effect on 2026 midterms
The redistricting battle between Republicans and Democrats across the U.S. will shape the November midterms. Kyle Kondik, CBS News contributor and managing editor of Sabato's Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia Center for Politics, joins to discuss.