Senate passes $1.9 trillion relief bill
After 25 hours and votes on 39 amendments, the Senate passed a $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill. No Republicans voted for the bill. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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UNICEF helps in COVAX effort
Efforts are underway to get the coronavirus vaccine to people in developing countries. UNICEF is helping lead the charge for the global COVAX rollout in places like Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Lana Zak spoke with Michael Nyenhuis, president and CEO of UNICEF, USA, about the humanitarian mission.
Pope Francis continues historic Iraq trip
Pope Francis is on the second day of his momentous four-day visit to Iraq. Iraqi security forces are deploying nearly 10,000 personnel to protect the pope as he embarks on his first international trip since the coronavirus pandemic. Chris Livesay reports.
States ease restrictions against expert advice
Dr. Anthony Fauci is warning the U.S. could be hit with another surge of coronavirus cases. It comes as more states ease restrictions, against the advice of federal health officials. Physician and immunotherapy scientist Dr. Leo Nissola joined CBSN to discuss the latest.
U.S. experienced hiring surge in February
The U.S. experienced a hiring surge during President Biden's first full month in office. According to the Labor Department, the U.S. economy added 379,000 jobs in February. The unemployment rate also improved, dropping a tenth of a point to 6.2%. Diane Swonk, chief economist at Grant Thornton, joined CBSN to discuss what the latest job numbers mean for the state of the economy.
Relief bill stalls amid unemployment aid debate
Senate Democrats hit another hurdle as they try to get President Biden's relief bill over the finish line. The latest debate is over unemployment aid. Nikole Killion has the latest.
COVID restriction rollbacks worry health experts
Health officials are urging caution as states begin some of the biggest rollbacks in restrictions since the pandemic began. Nikki Battiste reports.
Biden calls for teachers to be vaccinated
President Biden has called for teachers and support staff to be prioritized for vaccines against COVID-19. Laura Meckler, a national education reporter for The Washington Post, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the difficulties of reopening schools during the pandemic.
Relief bill could pass Senate by this weekend
The Senate is continuing to work on President Biden's coronavirus relief bill, and it could be sent back to the House by this weekend. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero from Capitol Hill with the latest.
Expert weighs in on new COVID-19 vaccine
Some people are skeptical of getting the new Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 shot because of its efficacy rate or because of moral objections. Dr. Bob Lahita joined CBSN with what the science says about the vaccines, whether to wear two masks and more.
Women and work: Staying in the workforce
More than 67 million women are currently employed in the United States. "CBS This Morning" profiles the owner of a dance studio who has faced challenges keeping her business open during the pandemic. Also, Caroline Fairchild, editor at large for LinkedIn News, reveals some startling new data about women in the workplace during the pandemic.
Vaccine brings hope to rural communities
"CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud visited a small hospital in rural Kentucky as they were receiving 200 vials of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. He spoke to the hospital CEO, who says this is a game-changer because it has been challenging to get their hands on other vaccines.
States ease COVID mandates as vaccine effort ramps up
Even as millions more Americans are vaccinated every day, there are growing concerns that states are easing restrictions too soon, which could lead to another surge. Mark Strassmann reports.
New Johnson & Johnson vaccine authorized
A third vaccine is joining the race to vaccinate America against the coronavirus. The FDA authorized the Johnson & Johnson vaccine over the weekend, and is about to ship out. Errol Barnett has the latest.
Activist Amanda Nguyen on recent spike in anti-Asian hate crimes
Police departments in major cities reported a nearly 150% increase in hate crimes targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in 2020 compared to the year before, according to an analysis by California State University's Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism. Amanda Nguyen, CEO and founder of the civil rights nonprofit Rise, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss a viral video that she posted to raise awareness about anti-Asian racism during the pandemic. She also calls on the Biden administration to address inadequacies in the teaching of AAPI history in U.S. schools.
Newest COVID-19 vaccine rolls out
Johnbson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine has begun distribution, but even as vaccine efforts ramp up, health officials are cautioning people not to relax just yet as variants continue to spread. Meanwhile, the Senate has yet to vote on the economic relief bill that would provide another round of stimulus checks. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with more.
London Calling: U.K.'s vaccine success
Britain is still way ahead of the curve when it comes to getting people vaccinated, and it's all with help from the prime minister's appointed secret weapon: Kate Bingham. CBS News contributor Simon Bates has more in this week's London Calling.
Senate forges ahead with Biden's COVID relief plan
The Senate is beginning a marathon debate on President Biden's $1.9 trillion relief plan. Democrats are trying to get it over the finish line, but Republicans aren't making it easy. Nikole Killion has the latest.
U.K. says second national lockdown possible
More than 40,000 people in Britain have died of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic in March, and cases are rising again. Several other countries in Europe are also seeing a surge. CBS New correspondent Roxana Saberi reports Britain is considering a second national lockdown.
3rd COVID vaccine seeks authorization
The FDA is reviewing the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine and it could get emergency authorization by the end of the week. Unlike the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, this one only requires only one shot. Josh Michaud, associate director for global health policy at the Kaiser Family Foundation, joins CBSN AM to discuss the significance.
White House faces backlash over immigration policies
A large influx of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border is forcing President Biden to rely on some controversial Trump-era policies. Now, he's facing criticism from both Republicans and Democrats. Politico immigration reporter Sabrina Rodriguez joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
Report lists worst states for kids in pandemic
A new report cites Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas and New Mexico among the worst states for children during the pandemic as millions of children across the country face hunger and many parents struggle with stress and anxiety. Betsy Zorio, vice president of U.S. Programs and Advocacy for Save the Children, discussed the organization's "Childhood in the Time of COVID" report with CBSN.
FEMA opens community vaccination sites
New Federal Emergency Management Agency vaccination sites are opening across the country to help vaccinate people in marginalized communities disproportionately affected by the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News reporter Nicole Sganga joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero from a newly opened community vaccination center in Philadelphia.
Nurse pilot project vaccinates homebound
Nurse Peggy Lasoff hits the seaside roads of New Jersey, making a special kind of house call. She's administering first doses of COVID-19 vaccines to homebound patients, the elderly, and those suffering from medical conditions who can't get to a vaccine site. Nikki Battiste reports.
Texas lifts COVID-19 restrictions
Texas has become the largest state in the U.S. to lift its mask mandate as coronavirus cases appear to decline. Still, health officials are cautioning people not to relax just yet, and warn that these rollbacks are happening too soon. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Trump "wasn't worried" during White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump details his experience at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where a gunman charged toward the ballroom. He says he wasn't worried, and praised the actions of law enforcement.
Suspect in WH Correspondents' Dinner shooting to be arraigned in federal court
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Saturday night that Cole Thomas Allen will face at least two charges and predicted there will be more.
Weijia Jiang: I was on stage with the president. This is what I saw.
CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang was sitting next to President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when the chaos unfolded.
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New details emerge on shooting at White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
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Oil prices rise as U.S. and Iran appear locked in a costly stalemate
Energy prices keep rising with no sign of progress toward a deal to end the U.S.-Iran standoff and Hezbollah rejecting the Lebanon ceasefire.
King Charles arriving for visit with Trump at a fraught time
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
What's in the "manifesto" of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting suspect
Cole Allen, 31, sent an email to family members shortly before the annual press gala, officials told CBS News.
What we know about the suspect in shooting at White House Correspondents' Dinner
The suspect was identified to CBS News by law enforcement sources as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California.
Human remains found in search for missing Florida doctoral student
Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, has been charged with the murders of Nahida Bristy and Zamil Limon, whose body was found Friday.
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Suspect in WH Correspondents' Dinner shooting to be arraigned in federal court
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Saturday night that Cole Thomas Allen will face at least two charges and predicted there will be more.
Photos show British royal visits to the U.S. over the years
King Charles is making his first state visit to the U.S. as monarch, though he traveled here 19 times before his coronation. Many of his royal relatives have also made memorable trips over the years.
Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
Human remains found in search for missing Florida doctoral student
Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, has been charged with the murders of Nahida Bristy and Zamil Limon, whose body was found Friday.
Another strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific, military says
The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday.
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Prediction markets in hot seat over rogue bettors and insider trading
Incidents in which people apparently used exclusive knowledge to score handsome profits raise the question: Are prediction markets safe places for news junkies to bet on events - or dens of insider trading?
Tillis says he's ready to move forward with Warsh's nomination for Fed chair
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Friday her office is dropping its criminal investigation into Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and the $2.5 billion renovation of the central bank's headquarters.
Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
Commercial vessels face risks from mines and threats from land, Chevron's chief executive Mike Wirth said in an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
The Iran war's economic hit could linger through 2026, economists say
Economists say Americans should expect elevated prices at the pump and rising grocery costs in the months to come.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.
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Suspect in WH Correspondents' Dinner shooting to be arraigned in federal court
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Saturday night that Cole Thomas Allen will face at least two charges and predicted there will be more.
King Charles arriving for visit with Trump at a fraught time
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
Another strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific, military says
The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday.
Ben Sasse on Senate's "smack-down nonsense" and his wish for America
Former Sen. Ben Sasse, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer late last year, spoke to CBS News about why Congress is dysfunctional, the promises and risks of AI and his wish for the country.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Chevron CEO Mike Wirth join Margaret Brennan.
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Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
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Oil prices rise as U.S. and Iran appear locked in a costly stalemate
Energy prices keep rising with no sign of progress toward a deal to end the U.S.-Iran standoff and Hezbollah rejecting the Lebanon ceasefire.
22 Buddhist monks arrested at airport after record drug bust
The group, returning home after a vacation in Thailand, had Kush -- a potent, plant-based strain of cannabis -- hidden in their luggage, officials said.
King Charles arriving for visit with Trump at a fraught time
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are aiming to strengthen the "special relationship" the U.S. and United Kingdom have had since World War II.
Photos show British royal visits to the U.S. over the years
King Charles is making his first state visit to the U.S. as monarch, though he traveled here 19 times before his coronation. Many of his royal relatives have also made memorable trips over the years.
Another strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific, military says
The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday.
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4/26: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: America's adversarial relationship with Cuba; singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves; Rep. Jim Clyburn; reviving a Welsh soccer town; tree lovers; artist Jenny Saville; and rescuing Venus fly traps.
Kacey Musgraves on writing lyrics: "There is no greater drug"
A couple of years ago, the Grammy-winner went home to East Texas to heal from a breakup. She talks about how her "Dry Spell" led to a creative monsoon – her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere."
Extended interview: Kacey Musgraves
In this web exclusive, Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere," a record inspired by loneliness following a breakup, and how she grew to feel empowered by the concept of liminal space.
Kacey Musgraves on "Middle of Nowhere"
A couple of years ago, Grammy-winner Kacey Musgraves went home to east Texas to heal from a breakup. She tells Anthony Mason that in writing her latest album, "Middle of Nowhere," she learned how to embrace being alone. She also talks about the influence of her mentor, singer-songwriter John Prine, and how the emotions of her latest songs poured out of loneliness.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including acclaimed conductor Michael Tilson Thomas.
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How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
How data centers are impacting Americans
This week, Maine's governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first to ban the construction of new data centers. Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
Why phone-free parties are gaining popularity
Some young people are opting to go phone-free to live in the moment. USA Today youth mental health reporter Rachel Hale went to an underground, phone-free party in New York City and wrote about her experience. She tells "The Daily Report" about it.
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Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
60-foot octopus ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs, fossils show
New analyses of fossilized jaws reveal that massive, kraken-like octopuses once hunted alongside other marine predators.
Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
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22 Buddhist monks arrested at airport after record drug bust
The group, returning home after a vacation in Thailand, had Kush -- a potent, plant-based strain of cannabis -- hidden in their luggage, officials said.
Suspect in WH Correspondents' Dinner shooting to be arraigned in federal court
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Saturday night that Cole Thomas Allen will face at least two charges and predicted there will be more.
Human remains found in search for missing Florida doctoral student
Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, has been charged with the murders of Nahida Bristy and Zamil Limon, whose body was found Friday.
Breakdown of correspondents' dinner shooting
Nancy Cordes has a timeline of Saturday night's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, details on the suspect and info on the site of the attack.
U.K. ambassador: "Very confident" of security
Sir Christian Turner, the British ambassador to the U.S., told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he is "very confident" that King Charles and Queen Camilla will have the "very best security" in their visit to the White House this week.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
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.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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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
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Dangerous storms sweep South, Midwest
Powerful tornadoes and dangerous storms swept across parts of the central U.S. over the weekend, reducing homes to rubble in some communities. Millions of Americans remain at risk of severe weather on Monday. Nicole Valdes reports.
Security at Correspondents' Dinner shooting
Aaron MacLean, a CBS News national security analyst who was at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, describes what happened and breaks down the security measures at the event.
Timeline of Correspondents' Dinner shooting
New details are emerging about the alleged gunman in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, including how he evaded security. Matt Gutman reports on how the incident unfolded.
Trump on Correspondents' Dinner shooting
In a broadcast exclusive interview, President Trump spoke with Norah O'Donnell on 60 Minutes about the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the Secret Service's response and the alleged gunman.
Eye Opener: Latest on Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump in an exclusive 60 Minutes interview describes the attack at the White House Correspondents' dinner. Plus, new details emerge about the alleged gunman at Saturday's gala, who police say wanted to "shoot top officials." All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.