9 million people have one day to claim U.S. stimulus checks
IRS officials say 9 million Americans are still eligible for stimulus aid, but clock is ticking to claim funds.
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Abbott reaches deal on plan to reopen formula plant
The Food and Drug Administration and Abbott Nutrition reached an agreement aimed at easing the nationwide baby formula shortage, which could mean formula production ramps up at a plant that has been shutdown since February within two weeks.
Baby formula maker executive on ramping up supply
Patrick Sly, the president of global nutrition at Reckitt, which produces Enfamil, discusses what his company is doing to ramp up the supply of baby formula and why there is a shortage. Watch Norah O'Donnell's exclusive interview.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
IRS has distributed almost 170 million payments. But hardship remains widespread as the Omicron variant spreads.
Ending Child Tax Credit could push 10 million kids into poverty
As stimulus programs wind down, experts warn that slashing the Child Tax Credit could put many families "on the brink."
Inflation rises at fastest rate since 1982
Consumer prices rose 6.8% in November compared to a year ago -- the biggest increase in 39 years. Carter Evans has more on how it's affecting Americans.
Biden signs infrastructure bill into law
President Biden signed a sweeping bipartisan infrastructure bill into law. It's the largest investment in America's roads, bridges, ports, and broadband internet in decades. Nancy Cordes has the details.
Fed to start removing support for economy as inflation surges
The central bank said it will start reducing its $120 billion in monthly bond purchases in the coming weeks.
10/20: Red and Blue
Biden touts his agenda in Pennsylvania; U.S. Navy extending range of fighter jets
9/27: Red and Blue
Crucial week for Biden's agenda in Congress; Texas governor shows support for border patrol agents
Important week for Biden's agenda looms
The fate of two massive spending bills remains uncertain as disagreements within the Democratic Party could threaten to upend President Biden's economic agenda. All this comes as a deadline to fund the federal government is fast approaching. Natalie Brand reports.
House Democrats divided on infrastructure bill
President Biden’s domestic agenda faces challenges as progressive House Democrats demand a larger bill dedicated to Democratic priorities before signing off on a bipartisans infrastructure bill. Senate Republicans and moderate Democrats meanwhile, are challenging the larger bill. Christina Ruffini has more.
Congress debates spending plan as shutdown looms
Congress is running out of time to reach a deal on spending to avoid a government shutdown. Democrats and Republicans are also in disagreement over whether to raise the debt ceiling. Nikole Killion has the details.
Stocks plummet over Chinese real estate woes
Wall Street had its worst day since May amid fears that a Chinese real estate company could default, and that the Federal Reserve could begin ending stimulus measures it enacted during the pandemic.
Third Child Tax Credit payment hits bank accounts today
More than 400 economists say that making the expanded federal benefit permanent would benefit families.
Some U.S. states are issuing their own stimulus checks
More than 25 million Americans are in line to receive state-issued payments via tax rebates and stimulus aid.
Pandemic relief programs to expire
Several federal pandemic relief programs are set to expire soon, including the nationwide ban on evictions, which will end July 31. Joe Minarik, is the director of research for the Committee for Economic Development, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
IRS sending millions more additional stimulus checks
Another 2.2 million payments are landing in bank accounts and mailboxes, with some people getting "plus-up" payments.
Child Tax Credit: Here's when payments will hit accounts
IRS sending payments of up to $300 per child as part of the government's efforts to "supersize" stimulus aid.
Stimulus aid roundup: Here are benefits you might have missed
Some people may qualify for more stimulus cash than they realize, while other programs can offer surprise benefits.
Tax refund delay: IRS backlog of returns grows to 35 million
The tax agency faced a "challenging" year, leading to a growing backlog of tax returns, the taxpayer advocate says.
Child Tax Credit: Here's who will get up to $1,800 per child in cash
The expanded tax credit isn't available to all parents, and some recipients may be asked to repay the IRS next year.
9 more states will end pandemic unemployment aid on Saturday
The GOP-led states say the benefits aren't needed. But some out-of-work people say they are still struggling.
Millions of families could soon get Child Tax Credit payments
The IRS has started sending letters to households who may qualify for monthly payments of up to $300 per child.
"Three-martini lunch" tax break should be axed, lawmakers say
Revoking a controversial business tax break would free up $5 billion for child care, according to the bipartisan effort.
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Two Army helicopters crash in Kentucky; as many as 9 feared dead
The HH60 Blackhawk choppers went down during a routine training mission in Trigg County in southwest Kentucky, Fort Campbell said.
Russia arrests Wall Street Journal reporter, claims he was "spying"
The Journal "vehemently denies" the claim that Evan Gershkovich "was collecting classified information" about Russia's "military industrial complex" for the U.S.
Pope "gradually improving" from chest infection in Rome hospital
The Vatican says the pontiff, 86, "rested well" and even "resumed work," as the faithful held a vigil for him outside a Rome hospital for the second time since 2021.
Jill Biden visits Nashville for vigil
"Our police officers have cried and are crying with Nashville and the world," police chief John Drake said at the vigil.
Train derails in Minnesota, sparking large fire and prompting evacuations
The train was carrying ethanol and corn syrup, among other things. Several cars were ablaze but no injuries were reported, BNSF Railway said.
7 California officers charged with manslaughter in 2020 traffic stop death
A sergeant's bodycam video showed Edward Bronstein screaming "I can't breathe" while multiple officers restrained him during the arrest.
U.S. offers Arizona-size chunk of Gulf of Mexico for drilling
Energy companies offered a combined $263 million in bids to develop parcels that could produce fossil fuels for decades.
Truck theft suspect fatally shot by owner who tracked him using AirTag, police say
"If you are to get your vehicle stolen, I know it's frustrating, but please do not take matters in your own hands like this," a police spokesperson said.
Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok, exposing GOP split
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
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NYC policy forces some unsheltered people to receive mental health care
One critic says Mayor Eric Adams is throwing more police at a problem that requires a public health solution.
Woman allegedly tried to hire other inmates to kill her family and state attorney
Authorities linked an alleged murder-for-hire plot to a 29-year-old woman incarcerated near Orlando.
Americans launching millions of businesses despite economic woes
About 5 million new businesses were created last year, with women and people of color leading the way, a new study finds.
Train derails in Minnesota, sparking large fire and prompting evacuations
The train was carrying ethanol and corn syrup, among other things. Several cars were ablaze but no injuries were reported, BNSF Railway said.
16-month-old boy fatally shot by 5-year-old sibling at home in Indiana
The older sibling accessed a handgun inside the apartment and fatally shot the boy, who was identified as Isiah Johnson, police said.
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Americans launching millions of businesses despite economic woes
About 5 million new businesses were created last year, with women and people of color leading the way, a new study finds.
Timeshares: Here's what to know before buying in
Some consumers enjoy fractional home ownership — but FTC warns these arrangements can be money-losing and hard to leave.
Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
U.S. offers Arizona-size chunk of Gulf of Mexico for drilling
Energy companies offered a combined $263 million in bids to develop parcels that could produce fossil fuels for decades.
Cost of an Ivy League education nearing $90,000 per year
Small liberal arts colleges are also exceeding $80,000 annually, prompting some parents to question their value.
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Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Fetterman to return to Senate in mid-April
Fetterman has been undergoing treatment for clinical depression since mid-February.
U.S. offers Arizona-size chunk of Gulf of Mexico for drilling
Energy companies offered a combined $263 million in bids to develop parcels that could produce fossil fuels for decades.
Kentucky GOP lawmakers override veto of bill targeting transgender youth
The bill bans access to gender-affirming health care for transgender youth and restricts the bathrooms they can use.
Congress approves measure to reverse Biden's water protections
Congress on Wednesday approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration's protections for thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways.
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Are your clothes dripping in "forever chemicals"?
The full health risks of wearing apparel made with PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are still unknown. But states are taking action so clothing makers will remove them.
An ER's error lands a 4-year-old in collections — for care he didn't receive
A Florida woman tried to dispute an emergency room bill, but the hospital and collection agency refused to talk to her — because it was her child's name on the bill, not hers.
FDA approves overdose-reversing Narcan for over-the-counter sale
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Long COVID remains an uphill battle for many Americans
Long COVID has affected millions of people globally.
What to know about concussions, from warning signs to risk factors
A concussion is a type of brain injury. Here's what to know about symptoms, treatment and more.
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India temple floor collapse leaves at least 12 Hindu worshipers dead
The collapse came as Hindu devotees flocked to the temple to mark Ram Navami, celebrated as the birthday of the god Ram.
Pope "gradually improving" from chest infection in Rome hospital
The Vatican says the pontiff, 86, "rested well" and even "resumed work," as the faithful held a vigil for him outside a Rome hospital for the second time since 2021.
Russia arrests Wall Street Journal reporter, claims he was "spying"
The Journal "vehemently denies" the claim that Evan Gershkovich "was collecting classified information" about Russia's "military industrial complex" for the U.S.
FIFA removes Indonesia as host of Under-20 World Cup after protests over Israel
Israel qualified in June of last year for its first Under-20 World Cup.
Women's rights activist built cookware empire that pays tribute to her culture
"We wanted to build a brand that celebrated Eid and Ramadan and Nowruz as loudly as we celebrated Christmas and Easter and New Year's."
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King Charles III visits Germany on first foreign trip as Britain's monarch
The new king was meant to have started his tour to bolster U.K.-EU ties in France, but that part of the trip had to be scrapped.
Melissa Joan Hart says she helped children "trying to escape" Nashville shooting
"We helped a class of kindergartners across a busy highway that were climbing out of the woods, that were trying to escape the shooter situation," she said.
Lena Waithe on new film "A Thousand and One"
The film "A Thousand and One" won a grand jury prize at the Sundance Film Festival. The film's star Teyana Taylor and producer Lena Waithe join "CBS Mornings" to discuss Taylor's star-making performance, the film's perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes and the importance of celebrating Black motherhood.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
Prince Harry returns to U.K. for surprise court appearance in privacy case
U.K. media outlets said Harry was not expected to see his father or his older brother William, the heir to the throne, during his visit to the U.K. this week.
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Boeing's Starliner faces another launch slip, this time to late-July
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
Musk, Wozniak call for pause in AI development
Tesla founder Elon Musk and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak joined hundreds of others who signed an open letter calling for a pause in the development of artificial intelligence technology in order to take time to study the risks associated with it.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Paul blocks Hawley's attempt to fast-track bill banning TikTok
Sen. Rand Paul opposes a TikTok ban, arguing it would violate the First Amendment.
Elon Musk joins hundreds calling for a pause on AI development
"Contemporary AI systems are now becoming human-competitive at general tasks," reads the open letter. "Should we develop nonhuman minds that might eventually outnumber, outsmart, obsolete and replace us?"
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Study: Warming climate could spawn more storms
Storms like the one that tore through Mississippi last week, killing several dozen people, could become more common due to climate change, according to a new study. Atmospheric scientist Dr. Walker Ashley, a professor at Northern Illinois University, and one of the study's lead authors, joins CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" about what these findings could mean.
Fiona, Ian being retired as hurricane names after deadly storms
In the future, Ian's former spot will be replaced with Idris and Fiona will be replaced with Farrah, WMO announced.
Lab-grown mammoth meatball unveiled
A lab-grown meatball made using the genetic information of the extinct woolly mammoth was unveiled at a science museum in the Netherlands this week.
How finding awe could help your health
Finding joy doesn't need to come from large trips. Some of the best adventure is right in our backyards. Dacher Keltner, UC Berkeley professor and author of "Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life," joins CBS News to discuss the science of awe-inspiring experiences.
Recent cosmic explosion likely the "brightest of all time," NASA says
The signal from this burst, experts found, had been traveling for about 1.9 billion years before reaching Earth.
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Woman allegedly tried to hire other inmates to kill her family and state attorney
Authorities linked an alleged murder-for-hire plot to a 29-year-old woman incarcerated near Orlando.
Teen to testify against co-defendant in beating death of Iowa teacher
Investigators have said Nohema Graber was beaten to death, possibly after a dispute over grades in her class.
Truck theft suspect fatally shot by owner who tracked him using AirTag, police say
"If you are to get your vehicle stolen, I know it's frustrating, but please do not take matters in your own hands like this," a police spokesperson said.
7 California officers charged with manslaughter in 2020 traffic stop death
A sergeant's bodycam video showed Edward Bronstein screaming "I can't breathe" while multiple officers restrained him during the arrest.
Internal affairs investigation of officer in Idaho murders case disclosed
The investigation was disclosed as "potential Brady/Giglio material," the court filings said.
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Boeing's Starliner faces another launch slip, this time to late-July
Boeing had hoped to launch its first crew to the International Space Station in 2020, but major softwar problems in 2019 delayed test flights.
Recent cosmic explosion likely the "brightest of all time," NASA says
The signal from this burst, experts found, had been traveling for about 1.9 billion years before reaching Earth.
Five planets aligning in the sky this week
Five planets will be lining up in the sky in March and experts say the last Tuesday of the month will be the best night to see it. Senior CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins Errol Barnett and Lilia Luciano with more.
Time lapse video shows large asteroid's "very close" flyby of Earth
The airplane-sized asteroid passed by last week on a track that placed it between the Earth and moon's orbits, which is relatively rare.
New Shepard launch abort blamed on engine nozzle failure, Blue Origin says
Blue Origin says fixes are being implemented and New Shepard sub-orbital flights will resume "soon."
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Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped.
World News Roundup's 85th anniversary
America's longest-running news broadcast program celebrates three-quarters of a century on the air
Young witness found herself at the scene of a crime
What Angelina Fernandes saw the night her mother was accused of murder.
The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
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Backyard chicken keeping is a pricey endeavor
The recent spike in egg prices has driven some to explore backyard chicken keeping, but the work and expenses required to house and feed chickens may not offset the price of backyard eggs.
Eye Opener: Nashville community honor victims
The first lady was among the mourners at a vigil in Nashville honoring the victims of the school mass shooting while anger boils over on Capitol Hill. Two U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopters crashed during a routine training mission in Kentucky. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
FDA approves Narcan for over-the-counter sales
The FDA on Wednesday approved Narcan, a nasal spray that helps reverse opioid overdoses, for over-the-counter sales without a prescription. New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan joins CBS News to discuss how this could help curb opioid deaths.
Study: Warming climate could spawn more storms
Storms like the one that tore through Mississippi last week, killing several dozen people, could become more common due to climate change, according to a new study. Atmospheric scientist Dr. Walker Ashley, a professor at Northern Illinois University, and one of the study's lead authors, joins CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" about what these findings could mean.
CHP officers and nurse charged with involuntary manslaughter for 2020 death
A California Highway Patrol sergeant and six CHP officers have been charged with involuntary manslaughter and assault under the color of authority. The video allegedly depicts a group of officers kneeling on Edward Bronstein's back. Jasmine Viel reports.