CDC faces backlash for cutting sickle cell, adult disability programs
Nearly half of the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities was laid off.
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NJ student with sickle cell disease has newfound hope with gene therapy
There's new hope for people with sickle cell disease which affects mainly African Americans. It's gene therapy research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia that's being called a game changer.
Thousands with sickle cell denied benefits
Thousands of Black children with sickle cell disease are struggling to get access to disability payments. According to a public records request shared with CBS News, out of the tens of thousands of families who applied for federal benefits, 76%, more than 12,000 families, had their requests denied between 2015 and 2020. Richard Weishaupt, a lawyer for Community Legal Services, joined CBS News to discuss why all the denials happened.
New sickle cell treatment has roots at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
CHOP pioneered a gene therapy that's already helping patients who have sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder.
FDA approves gene therapy for sickle cell disease
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first-ever gene-editing therapy that uses a cutting-edge technology called CRISPR to treat sickle cell disease. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
Possible breakthrough for sickle cell disease
The FDA is set to decide Friday on a gene editing technique for patients with sickle cell disease. It would be the first use of CRISPR in the United States to treat a disease. CBS News' chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
Gene-editing treatment for sickle cell
The Food and Drug Administration is set to vote on the use of gene-editing technology to potentially cure sickle cell disease, the painful genetic blood disorder that affects hundreds of thousands of Black, Hispanic, Asian and Middle Eastern Americans. Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, medical director at Saint Mary's Urgent Care Group, joined CBS News to discuss the treatment.
World's first gene therapy for sickle cell and thalassemia approved in U.K.
The first gene therapy treatment for sickle cell disease has been approved in the U.K., a move that could offer relief to thousands of people with the disease.
Federal immigration agents launch crackdown in Charlotte, DHS announces
DHS said it officially launched an operation dubbed "Charlotte's Web" to target immigrants living in the Charlotte area illegally.
Trump says he's withdrawing support for onetime ally Marjorie Taylor Greene
President Trump said he will no longer support Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, marking a dramatic break with a onetime Trump loyalist.
Trump says he's "sort of" made up his mind on Venezuela as top officials mull options
The president told reporters Friday evening he's "sort of" made up his mind about his next steps in Venezuela, which his administration blames for narco trafficking.
At least 9 killed, dozens injured in explosion at Kashmir police station
A cache of confiscated explosives detonated inside the station, according to police. The region's police director-general said the incident was an accident.
Trump pardons Jan. 6 defendant who remained in prison on weapons charge
January 6 defendant Dan Wilson was pardoned by President Trump for a second time on unrelated gun charges.
Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is receiving threats amid rift with Trump
President Trump on Friday wrote that he was "withdrawing" his "support and Endorsement" of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, indicating that he might even back an effort to primary his former longtime ally.
Hundreds of National Guard members to leave Portland, Chicago, source says
Last month, about 200 federalized California National Guard soldiers were sent to Portland, and another 200 federalized Texas National Guard soldiers were sent to Chicago.
Trump asks Justice Department to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks
President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.
Suspect accused of ransacking Alina Habba's office in custody, Bondi says
Alina Habba, the Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, posted on social media Saturday, "We got him."
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Hundreds of National Guard members to leave Portland, Chicago, source says
Last month, about 200 federalized California National Guard soldiers were sent to Portland, and another 200 federalized Texas National Guard soldiers were sent to Chicago.
Detective says cruelty of woman's murder will "stay with me forever"
Lt. Dakota Black of the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office in Shawnee, Oklahoma, says the case of Makayla Meave, a missing teacher's aide, was one of the most heart-wrenching cases of her career.
Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is receiving threats amid rift with Trump
President Trump on Friday wrote that he was "withdrawing" his "support and Endorsement" of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, indicating that he might even back an effort to primary his former longtime ally.
Biologists race to rescue bat populations from deadly white-nose syndrome
North Carolina's tricolored bats are unstable, among several species of bats quickly dying off in the dark. The bats eat the same bugs that kill crops, meaning they play a critical role in the ecosystem.
YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested in Miami Beach, police say
Miami Beach Police announced that the 22-year-old was taken into custody on multiple charges, including possessing amphetamine and marijuana, along with resisting an officer without violence.
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Disney and YouTube TV reach new deal, ending dayslong blackout
Disney and YouTube TV reached a new deal to bring channels like ABC and ESPN back to the Google-owned live streaming platform Friday.
Trump cuts tariffs on beef, coffee, bananas and other food imports
President Trump exempted foods like beef and bananas from his sweeping country-by-country tariffs on Friday.
Cassidy says he's working with White House on plan to cut health insurance costs
"We're absolutely in communication with the White House," Senate health committee chair Bill Cassidy said of plans to come up with a fix for high health care costs.
Should you worry about an AI bubble? Investment pros weigh in.
The stock market has stumbled on concerns that the surge in artificial intelligence stocks could echo the dot-com bubble.
White House drops plan to make airlines pay travelers for delayed flights
The Trump administration is scrapping a proposal that would have made airlines pay passengers up to $775 for flight disruptions.
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Hundreds of National Guard members to leave Portland, Chicago, source says
Last month, about 200 federalized California National Guard soldiers were sent to Portland, and another 200 federalized Texas National Guard soldiers were sent to Chicago.
Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is receiving threats amid rift with Trump
President Trump on Friday wrote that he was "withdrawing" his "support and Endorsement" of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, indicating that he might even back an effort to primary his former longtime ally.
Federal immigration agents launch crackdown in Charlotte, DHS announces
DHS said it officially launched an operation dubbed "Charlotte's Web" to target immigrants living in the Charlotte area illegally.
Trump pardons Jan. 6 defendant who remained in prison on weapons charge
January 6 defendant Dan Wilson was pardoned by President Trump for a second time on unrelated gun charges.
Suspect accused of ransacking Alina Habba's office in custody, Bondi says
Alina Habba, the Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, posted on social media Saturday, "We got him."
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A mild symptom was bothering him. Doctors found Stage IV lung cancer.
Ultramarathoner and dad Kevin Humphrey never expected his minor symptoms would be a life-threatening cancer.
Study on breast cancer and birth control shows how science can be distorted
The study sought to answer questions about how breast cancer risk differs by type of hormonal contraceptive. Doctors say the results won't change how they counsel patients.
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.
Some Cheetos and Doritos won't have their bright color anymore
New versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without artificial flavors or dyes, will be sold in December.
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U.K. plans to drastically reduce protections for refugees
It intends to make refugees who have been granted asylum wait 20 years before applying to be allowed to live in the U.K. long-term.
Climate protesters march on COP30 in Brazil with costumes and drums
Government officials from across the world gathered in Belem, Brazil for the United Nations' annual climate talks.
Pope Leo XIV celebrates the power of cinema with star-studded audience
The event, organized by the Vatican's culture ministry, drew stars including Spike Lee, Cate Blanchett and Judd Apatow.
Japan protests after China tells citizens not to visit
China advised its citizens Friday to refrain from traveling to Japan in the near future.
Iran confirms seizure of oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has confirmed the seizure of a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.
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YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested in Miami Beach, police say
Miami Beach Police announced that the 22-year-old was taken into custody on multiple charges, including possessing amphetamine and marijuana, along with resisting an officer without violence.
Of Monsters and Men performs "Dream Team"
Nearly 15 years since Of Monsters and Men's album "My Head Is an Animal" took the rock world by storm with hits like "Little Talks" and "Dirty Paws," the group is back with its latest album, "All is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade." Here is Of Monsters and Men performing "Dream Team."
Of Monsters and Men performs "Styrofoam Cathedrals"
Nearly 15 years since Of Monsters and Men's album "My Head Is an Animal" took the rock world by storm with hits like "Little Talks" and "Dirty Paws," the group is back with its latest album, "All is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade." Here is Of Monsters and Men performing "Styrofoam Cathedrals."
Of Monsters and Men performs "Ordinary Creature"
Nearly 15 years since Of Monsters and Men's album "My Head Is an Animal" took the rock world by storm with hits like "Little Talks" and "Dirty Paws," the group is back with its latest album, "All is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade." Here is Of Monsters and Men performing "Ordinary Creature."
The unexpected artists preserving radio
The Golden Age of Radio began in the 1920s, and a century later, an unexpected group of artists are fighting to keep it relevant amid the rise of podcasts and other popular forms of digital media.
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Dad on daughter AI images: "It's disturbing"
A Louisiana dad spoke out after explicit deepfake images of his 13-year-old daughter and others were allegedly shared, saying, "It's disturbing. Those pictures are horrible. They're extremely explicit, and they look real. You cannot tell the difference."
AI-generated country song tops charts
"Walk My Walk" by "Breaking Rust" is not your average country song. Both the music and the artist were generated by artificial intelligence. On Spotify, "Walk my Walk" has been streamed roughly 4 million times and over 11 million times on YouTube. Andrew Chow, technology correspondent at Time, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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.
Should you worry about an AI bubble? Investment pros weigh in.
The stock market has stumbled on concerns that the surge in artificial intelligence stocks could echo the dot-com bubble.
AI used in Chinese cyberattack
The AI firm Anthropic says Chinese hackers used its artificial intelligence tools to spy on tech companies, financial institutions and government agencies in what it believes is the first documented case of a worldwide cyberattack with minimal human involvement. CBS News contributor Chris Krebs, the former head of the federal government's cybersecurity agency, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what this could mean for the future and how to prevent it.
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"White nose syndrome" killing millions of bats
A deadly fungal disease called "white nose syndrome" is sweeping across North America, wiping out millions of bats. Dave Malkoff goes underground in North Carolina as scientists race to save these vital creatures.
Study on breast cancer and birth control shows how science can be distorted
The study sought to answer questions about how breast cancer risk differs by type of hormonal contraceptive. Doctors say the results won't change how they counsel patients.
World's largest-known spider's web discovered in cave in Greece
The behavior, which had never been observed before, stunned scientists as, typically, the larger house spider would prey on its smaller neighbor.
Scientists discover new "lucifer" bee with devil-like horns
Kit Prendergast discovered the bee while surveying a critically endangered wildflower and was drawn to the insect's unique appearance.
Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research.
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Detective says cruelty of woman's murder will "stay with me forever"
Lt. Dakota Black of the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office in Shawnee, Oklahoma, says the case of Makayla Meave, a missing teacher's aide, was one of the most heart-wrenching cases of her career.
Actor Eva LaRue and daughter Kaya on stalker
"CSI: Miami" and "All My Children" actor Eva LaRue and her daughter Kaya Callahan share their harrowing ordeal with a relentless stalker that began in 2007 in a new two-part Paramount+ documentary, "My Nightmare Stalker: The Eva LaRue Story." The pair joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to share more about their experience.
Suspect accused of ransacking Alina Habba's office in custody, Bondi says
Alina Habba, the Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, posted on social media Saturday, "We got him."
Inmate threw chemical substance at officer in prison escape, officials say
The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Department said two inmates broke out after a "brief struggle," during which a chemical substance was thrown at a police officer's face.
New details on suspect in coach killing
The city of Oakland, California, is in mourning for the loss of a legendary football coach, featured on Netflix's "Last Chance U." Sixty-six-year-old John Beam died after he was shot on Thursday. CBS News' Juliette Goodrich reports on new details about the investigation.
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Blue Origin's New Glenn launches twin Mars probes
Blue Origin, owned by Jeff Bezos, plans to challenge SpaceX with the powerful, partially reusable New Glenn rocket.
Remote telescope farm helps far away stargazers beat light pollution
Customers send their telescopes to Starfront Observatories, where amateur stargazers can view the night sky unencumbered by artificial light.
Severe geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights to much of U.S.
A severe geomagnetic storm could cause widespread disruption to infrastructure technology and make northern lights visible for much of the northern half of the U.S.
Building the next space station
Astronauts opened the hatch to the International Space Station for the first time 25 years ago. The station will be retired at the end of the decade and there's a new type of space race on to replace it. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to run NASA
President Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
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Couple walks through U.S. changing hearts, minds
A couple walked 12,000 miles through all 50 states. What started as a simple adventure to see America's beauty turned into a mission to connect a divided country. Brady Halbleib has the story.
"White nose syndrome" killing millions of bats
A deadly fungal disease called "white nose syndrome" is sweeping across North America, wiping out millions of bats. Dave Malkoff goes underground in North Carolina as scientists race to save these vital creatures.
Why is Trump threatening to sue the BBC?
President Trump has threatened legal action against the British broadcaster BBC. Haley Ott has the details.
Americans still struggling from shutdown impacts
Economic promises helped Donald Trump get re-elected. Now, he has an affordability problem, and his administration is facing backlash from consumers over the cost of living. Ali Bauman has more on efforts to bring relief.