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Trump: Puerto Rico response an "unsung success"
When Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico last year, it caused large amounts of damage and a death toll of nearly 3,000 people. On Tuesday, President Trump said the government's response was an "unsung success." David Begnaud reports for CBSN's "Red & Blue."
Puerto Rico's governor under investigation
Puerto Rico is facing several crises during the coronavirus pandemic, including a political showdown between Governor Wanda Vazquez and her opposition. Associated Press reporter Dánica Coto joined CBSN to explain the allegations plus what the island is doing to cope with its drought.
Book excerpt: "The Taste of Sugar" by Marisel Vera
The author of "If I Bring You Roses" has written a story of a small coffee farm in late 19th century Puerto Rico, an island hard-hit by war, natural disaster and social upheaval
Domestic violence cases rise in Puerto Rico
As Puerto Rico continues to struggle with the coronavirus pandemic and damage from Hurricane Maria and earthquakes, domestic violence cases have been on the rise. Advocates are demanding more funding, even though the island is in a debt crisis. Gen senior writer and Ida B. Wells fellow Andrea González-Ramírez joined CBSN to discuss her year-long investigation.
Supreme Court upholds composition of Puerto Rico oversight panel
The decision was unanimous.
Trump signs $19.1B disaster bill into law
President Trump signed a long-delayed disaster aid bill into law Thursday, authorizing billions of dollars of assistance to communities in the mainland U.S. and Puerto Rico recovering from devastating storms, floods and wildfires.
Puerto Rico looks to move up 2020 primary
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello has filed a new bill in the U.S. territory's legislature that would move its Democratic presidential primary from June to March. Rossello said the move is meant to keep Puerto Rico from being forgotten. The governor joined CBSN to explain why the move is important to the future of the island and why statehood should be considered a civil rights crisis.
Toddler dies after falling from cruise ship
A 1-year-old girl from Indiana apparently slipped from her grandfather's hands and fell to her death from the 11th story of a cruise ship docked in Puerto Rico, police said Monday.
Man could face charges for cruise ship death
An investigation is underway into the death of an Indiana toddler who fell from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship in Puerto Rico. It appears to have been a tragic accident. The 1-year-old girl's grandfather apparently lost his grip while holding her near a window on the ship. Don Dahler reports.
2 ex-Puerto Rican officials indicted
Six people have been arrested -- including two former Puerto Rican officials -- for allegedly diverting federal funds to politically-connected contractors. The group allegedly defrauded the U.S. of $15.5 million in federal funding between 2017 and 2019.
Ex-Puerto Rico officials arrested
Puerto Rico's former secretary of education and five other people were arrested Wednesday on charges of steering federal money to unqualified, politically connected contractors, federal officials said. "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud joined CBSN to discuss.
PR governor won't resign over leaked chat
Puerto Rico's governor faces new calls to resign over leaked conversations that reveal his role in a profane, sexist and homophobic group chat. The island has struggled to recover from Hurricane Maria in 2017 and Gov. Ricardo Rosselló’s administration has been plagued by scandals involving funding. Two top officials stepped down this weekend after the leaked group chat. It showed Rosselló and his allies discussing confidential government information and disparaging officials, politicians and journalists. David Begnaud reports.
Puerto Rico's governor facing calls to resign
Protesters in San Juan are demanding Puerto Rico's governor step down. Ricardo Rosello used profanities in a social media chat to describe a politician. David Begnaud reports from Puerto Rico.
David Begnaud questions Puerto Rico's governor
After days of controversy and protests in Puerto Rico, CBS News' David Begnaud questions Ricardo Rosselló, the man at the center of the scandal
Puerto Rico gov vows to remain in office
Defying growing calls for his immediate resignation, Puerto Rico's beleaguered Gov. Ricardo Rosselló on Tuesday vowed to remain in office and bring more transparency and accountability to the Puerto Rican government. In recent days, his office has been rocked by high-profile corruption arrests and escalating protests over the revelation of vulgar and inappropriate private messages between the governor and his staff. David Begnaud reports.
Puerto Rico governor faces call to resign
More protests are erupting in Puerto Rico today, after Gov. Ricardo Rosselló refused to step down over leaked offensive messages. Celebrities including Bad Bunny, Ricky Martin and Lin Manuel-Miranda are speaking out against Rosselló. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joined CBSN from San Juan, Puerto Rico with the latest.
Protesters demand PR governor's resignation
Thousands of protesters have filled the streets, demanding the resignation of Puerto Rico's governor. David Begnaud is with them, and reports from San Juan.
Puerto Rico demonstrations turn violent
Violent protests rocked Puerto Rico Wednesday night as new details emerged of the corruption scandal surrounding the governor. Thousands of demonstrators demanding the resignation of Governor Ricardo Rossello clashed with police. David Begnaud reports.
Governor of Puerto Rico pressured to resign
Gov. Ricardo Rossello is fighting to stay in power despite calls for his resignation. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is one of three Democratic presidential hopefuls who have also called for the Puerto Rico governor to step down. She joined CBSN to discuss Rossello's widespread disapproval.
Puerto Rico braces for massive protest
The governor of Puerto Rico says he's not stepping down right now, despite days of protests. Governor Ricardo Rosselló announced Sunday night he will not seek re-election, but stopped short of resigning. He faces backlash after details of an obscenity-laced online chat involving him became public. David Begnaud reports.
Puerto Rico governor won't seek reelection
Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rosselló announced Sunday that he won't seek reelection – but will not resign. This comes after two of his top officials were arrested on charges of corruption. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud is in San Juan, where protests calling for his resignation continue to escalate.
Puerto Rican protesters demand Roselló resign
Protesters have gathered outside the governor's mansion in Puerto Rico, demanding Ricardo Roselló step down. Earlier in the day, thousands filled the streets in the biggest demonstration the island has seen in decades. David Begnaud has the latest.
Puerto Ricans demand Rosselló's resignation
Hundreds of thousands of Puerto Ricans took to the streets of San Juan in what is believed to be the largest protests the island has seen. Protesters continue to demand that their embattled governor resign. David Begnaud joins CBSN with the latest on the growing demonstrations.
Tulsi Gabbard on Puerto Rico
2020 contender and Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard joined CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss her recent trip to Puerto Rico. She called on Gov. Ricardo Rosselló to resign, saying it was "the right thing." Gabbard urged fellow candidates to visit the island.
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Watch Live: Brown University shooting suspect found dead in New Hampshire
The suspect in the Brown University mass shooting has been found dead in a storage unit in Salem, New Hampshire.
"Fraud tourists" went to Minnesota to make money off state programs, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors announced new indictments Thursday in the widening Minnesota fraud scandal, this time involving two Philadelphia-based men accused of traveling to the state.
House Democrats release 68 more photos from Epstein estate
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released a new batch of 68 photos obtained from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. Follow live updates here.
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and wife, kids among 7 killed in plane crash, officials say
Seven passengers aboard a business jet that crashed Thursday at a regional airport in North Carolina have died, the State Highway Patrol said.
Milwaukee judge found guilty of obstruction after allegedly helping migrant evade arrest
A jury convicted a Milwaukee judge on one count of felony obstruction Thursday, the Associated Press reported, after she was accused of helping a man who was in the U.S. illegally evade federal immigration authorities.
Half of $18B paid out by Medicaid in MN may be fraudulent, official says
About half or more of the roughly $18 billion in claims paid out by Medicaid to Minnesota-run programs may have been fraudulent, and at least 14 programs were likely exploited, a federal prosecutor said Thursday.
TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Kathy Bates says Rob Reiner "changed the course of my life" with "Misery" role
Kathy Bates rose to prominence with her Oscar-winning breakout role in Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's "Misery" in 1990.
MIT professor remembered as brilliant scientist amid search for his killer
The still-unsolved shooting death of MIT professor Nuno Loureiro this week has sent shockwaves through the campus.
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Kathy Bates says Rob Reiner "changed the course of my life" with "Misery" role
Kathy Bates rose to prominence with her Oscar-winning breakout role in Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's "Misery" in 1990.
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Brown University shooting suspect found dead in New Hampshire
The suspect in the Brown University mass shooting has been found dead in a storage unit in Salem, New Hampshire.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Dec. 21)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor for robbery, drug convictions
Jelly Roll had said a pardon would make it easier for him to travel internationally for concert tours and to perform Christian missionary work without requiring burdensome paperwork.
Tren de Aragua leader known as "The Unspeakable" charged in U.S. federal court
Federal prosecutors allege Hector Rusthenford Guerrero, 42, grew Tren de Aragua from a prison gang to a global crime syndicate.
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TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Instacart to pay $60M in refunds over allegations it deceived customers
Instacart's "unlawful tactics" hurt shoppers and raised the cost of groceries, according to the FTC.
Trump announces "warrior dividend" for military. Here's what to know.
The president announced the one-time payments during his White House address on Wednesday. Here's what to know about timing, taxes and more.
Small businesses face affordability crunch as tariff and other costs rise
Some small business owners say they're struggling to stay afloat because of higher tariff, health insurance and energy costs.
CPI report shows the inflation rate rose at a 2.7% pace in November
Economists had expected CPI to rise at an annual rate of 3% last month.
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Milwaukee judge found guilty of obstruction after allegedly helping migrant evade arrest
A jury convicted a Milwaukee judge on one count of felony obstruction Thursday, the Associated Press reported, after she was accused of helping a man who was in the U.S. illegally evade federal immigration authorities.
TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Who is Erica Knight, the FBI's so-called "Kash Whisperer?"
An FBI media adviser has emerged as one of Kash Patel's fiercest public defenders and promoters of the bureau under his leadership.
Trump administration unveils proposals to cut off transgender care for minors
The proposals run counter to the recommendations of most major U.S. medical organizations.
Kennedy Center Board votes for new name to be Trump-Kennedy Center, White House says
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Kennedy Center's Board of Trustees voted unanimously to change its name.
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Trump administration unveils proposals to cut off transgender care for minors
The proposals run counter to the recommendations of most major U.S. medical organizations.
Measles outbreaks worsen in South Carolina, Arizona and Utah
Nationally, the measles case count is nearing 2,000 for a disease that has been considered eliminated in the U.S. since 2000, a result of routine childhood vaccinations.
He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
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TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Witkoff to meet with Kremlin envoy in Miami on U.S. peace plan for Ukraine
A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine.
Texas rabbi shot trying to help faces long recovery after Australia attack
As the youngest Bondi Beach shooting victim is mourned, a Texas couple tell CBS News about their "quick thinking" son's bid to intervene, and his road to recovery.
Teen inmate captured weeks after escaping prison with bedsheets
The inmate and another detainee fled an overcrowded jail after sawing through their cell bars with blades that investigators suspect were delivered by drone.
China fumes as White House announces record $10B in arms sales to Taiwan
The Trump administration's announcement of plan to sell Taiwan a record $10 billion worth of weapons draws an angry response from China.
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Kathy Bates says Rob Reiner "changed the course of my life" with "Misery" role
Kathy Bates rose to prominence with her Oscar-winning breakout role in Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's "Misery" in 1990.
Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor for robbery, drug convictions
Jelly Roll had said a pardon would make it easier for him to travel internationally for concert tours and to perform Christian missionary work without requiring burdensome paperwork.
Gloria Gaynor on how "I Will Survive" empowered her through a dark time
Gloria Gaynor told "CBS Mornings" her hit 1978 song gave her hope during one of the most difficult periods of her life.
Neil Patrick Harris talks new game show
Neil Patrick Harris says he's always loved game shows. He talks to "CBS Mornings" about how his passion started during his childhood and what it's like now hosting his own game show, "What's in the Box."
How Gloria Gaynor became the queen of disco
Gloria Gaynor's 1978 hit "I Will Survive" has been a motivational anthem for decades. The "Queen of Disco," a 2025 Kennedy Center Honoree, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about how the iconic song changed her outlook on life.
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Instacart to pay $60M in refunds over allegations it deceived customers
Instacart's "unlawful tactics" hurt shoppers and raised the cost of groceries, according to the FTC.
Helping teens develop healthy phone habits
Helping teens develop healthy habits around social media use and screen time is important when they first receive a smartphone. Pediatric psychologist Ann-Louise Lockhart, an Instagram brand spokesperson and author of the new book "Love the Teen You Have," joins "CBS Mornings" to share some advice and tools, such as Instagram Teen Accounts, that parents can use to help their teens. For more information on Instagram Teen Accounts, visit familycenter.meta.com. (Sponsored by Instagram)
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.
How artificial intelligence grew in 2025
In 2025, the integration of artificial intelligence into the U.S. economy and people's everyday lives grew to historic levels. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent joins to recap how the transformative technology expanded over the past year, and what we can expect in 2026.
OpenAI, Amazon in talks over $10B investment
OpenAI, the developer for ChatGPT, and Amazon are in talks over a possible $10 billion investment. Mark DeCambre, editor-in-chief for MarketWatch, joins with more.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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New Hampshire search connected to Brown shooting
Police searched an area in Salem, New Hampshire, Thursday night in connection with the recent killings at Brown University and MIT, sources told CBS News Boston. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports and retired FBI special agent and profiler Mary Ellen O'Toole joins with analysis.
New Hampshire search connected to Brown shooting
Police are searching an area in Salem, New Hampshire, in connection with the Brown University mass shooting and the killing of the MIT professor, sources told CBS News Boston. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt reports and Jeff Harp, retired FBI assistant special agent in charge, joins with analysis.
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Brown University shooting suspect found dead in New Hampshire
The suspect in the Brown University mass shooting has been found dead in a storage unit in Salem, New Hampshire.
Arrest warrant for Brown shooting suspect
An arrest warrant has been issued in the Brown University shooting, sources say. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Tren de Aragua leader known as "The Unspeakable" charged in U.S. federal court
Federal prosecutors allege Hector Rusthenford Guerrero, 42, grew Tren de Aragua from a prison gang to a global crime syndicate.
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Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
"Son of Sam": A serial killer's reign of terror
Calling himself the "Son of Sam" in a letter left at one of the crime scenes, David Berkowitz claimed voices were ordering him to kill -- starting in the summer of 1976, he went on a 13-month spree of impulse killings in New York City that left six dead and seven injured
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The Uplift: Made with love
Visit a Uyghur restaurant in Southern California, where culture is shared and the food is made with love. Plus, a man who wanted to save his friends life by donating a kidney ends up saving his own life.
Breaking down the November CPI report
Geoeconomics correspondent Erin Delmore joins CBS News to discuss the latest numbers on inflation.
New Hampshire search connected to Brown shooting
Police searched an area in Salem, New Hampshire, Thursday night in connection with the recent killings at Brown University and MIT, sources told CBS News Boston. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports and retired FBI special agent and profiler Mary Ellen O'Toole joins with analysis.
Strategists break down the year in politics
Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne join CBS News to discuss some of the biggest political stories of 2025.
Ukrainian families seeking answers about kids
Earlier this year, Ukraine's National Information Bureau estimated nearly 20,000 children have been forcibly removed to Russia, Belarus and other regions. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan has more.