Man sets teddy bear on fire, threatens ex
Police say dispute over alleged cheating sparked arson fire in Memphis home
Tennessee
Confederate flag rally draws thousands, sparks gunfire in Florida
Shots fired during event to back decision to return flag to a display outside government complex in Ocala
Amid rebel flag controversy, Tenn. to honor KKK leader
The state will observe the birthday of Nathan Bedford Forrest as per statute, while city of Memphis seeks to exhume and move his remains
FBI probes kidnapping of bank executive, family
Officials wonder -- was it the same thieves who kidnapped a credit union CEO's family this spring?
County clerks rebel against same-sex marriage ruling
Throughout the country some court house clerks have resigned, and others refused marriage licenses, after U.S. Supreme Court legalizes same-sex marriage
Residents displaced by Tenn. derailment get good news
Thousands of eastern Tennessee residents were evacuated after CSX train car carrying hazardous material derailed, caught fire
Derailed train's fire out, but residents still displaced
Maryville, Tennessee residents are being kept away from their homes, but it's not just the dangerous smoke that's a concern
President pushes Obamacare and "classic" guac recipe on Twitter, and sings
Obama advocated for his health care law, while taking lighthearted questions on issues like guacamole. At an earlier event, he even broke into song
Groom gives second wedding to amnesiac wife
Tennessee woman lost memory of her wedding day after car crash
Fugitive murder suspect caught after hotel worker tip
A man suspected of killing his in-laws in Tennessee was arrested in Jacksonville after a hotel worker noticed him sweating and acting strangely
Boy, 12, dies after fireworks accident in Nashville
Boy was apparently playing with mortar-style fireworks when one of the shells exploded in his hand
Cops: Reward for teen traveling with sex offender
The search continued Monday along the Appalachian Trail for 14-year-old Hayleigh Wilson, believed to be with sex offender Benjamin Shook
Car found in Hayleigh Wilson case
An AMBER alert for Hayleigh Wilson, 14, was sent out earlier this week
Confederate flags taken down from Alabama Capitol
Gov. Robert Bentley orders removal of capitol's flags amid calls to pull Confederate symbols dotting the Old South
Amber Alert: Tenn. girl, 14, last seen in NC
The 14-year-old Tennessee girl was last seen in Marion, N.C., with Benjamin Shook, 41, a sex offender
Anti-nuclear activist nun, 84, likely to remain free
Sister Megan Rice and two other Catholic peace activists were convicted in 2013 of sabotage for breaking into and vandalizing the Oak Ridge, Tennessee, bunker that stores much of the nation's bomb-grade uranium
Tennessee lawyer seeks justice in 1940 slaying of NAACP member
Old black-and-white photograph on Jim Emison's desk haunts him and goads him to right a long-buried wrong
Judge to rule on mistrial in Vanderbilt rape case
Defense attorneys in case that convicted two Vandy football players say jury foreman Todd Easter hid that he was a victim of statutory rape
Authorities: Singer killed in gunfight with bounty hunter
Randy Howard, who shared the stage with Willie Nelson, faced a DUI charge and had missed a court appearance
Text leads police to kidnapped Tenn. woman in La.
Police say the kidnap victim being held captive in a Louisiana hotel was able to send a text to her sister, which police used to track her location more than 500 miles away
Police: Driver in deadly school bus crash was texting
The school bus driver died this week -- apparently of natural causes; Lawyer for victims' families say they intend to file wrongful death suit
Tenn. man arrested nearly 500 times since 1994
Nearly all of Robert Brown's charges have been for public intoxication, according to court records
New kidnapping, murder charges in Holly Bobo case
John Dylan Adams faces first degree murder, aggravated kidnapping and aggravated rape charges in the 2011 disappearance of the 20-year-old nursing student
Tenn. man pleads guilty to plotting attack on Muslims
Plea deal claims man who ran for Congress last year in East Tennessee said Muslim enclave in New York state "must be utterly destroyed"
Man rescued after getting stuck in storm drain for 4 days
Nashville firefighters were called to the scene after another man heard the victim calling for help
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Trump says Netanyahu will do "whatever I want him to do" on Iran
Asked what he said to Israel's leader about a decision to hold off on new Iran strikes, Trump said Netanyahu will "do whatever I want him to do."
Raúl Castro indictment expected to be announced in Miami today, sources say
Raúl Castro is being indicted on charges related to Cuba's deadly 1996 shootdown of planes operated by humanitarian group Brothers to the Rescue, U.S. officials told CBS News earlier this month.
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2 officers in Jan. 6 riot sue to block DOJ "anti-weaponization" fund
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
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U.S. soldier fears newly freed wife could still be deported by ICE at any time
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class and Afghanistan war veteran Jose Serrano told CBS News his wife, Deisy Rivera Ortega, was detained by ICE despite doing the "right thing."
The major cases the Supreme Court will decide in the coming weeks
The Supreme Court's term is set to end around the end of June, with decisions on birthright citizenship, transgender athlete bans and gun rights still to come.
Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
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.
Fighter jets intercept plane that entered restricted airspace over D.C.
The aircraft entered the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area Special Flight Rules Area, or DC SFRA, around 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday.
Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
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Retired officer jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement
Tennessee officials will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a man who was jailed for more than a month over a Facebook post he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
First on CBS
2 officers in Jan. 6 riot sue to block DOJ "anti-weaponization" fund
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
Fighter jets intercept plane that entered restricted airspace over D.C.
The aircraft entered the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area Special Flight Rules Area, or DC SFRA, around 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday.
Assistant principal "did nothing" when told about 6-year-old with gun, prosecutor says
A prosecutor in the trial of a former assistant principal facing criminal charges over a 2023 school shooting said she dismissed concerns about a gun in a student's bag.
Raúl Castro indictment expected to be announced in Miami today, sources say
Raúl Castro is being indicted on charges related to Cuba's deadly 1996 shootdown of planes operated by humanitarian group Brothers to the Rescue, U.S. officials told CBS News earlier this month.
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Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
As gas prices surge, consumers search for other savings
The national average for a gallon of gasoline has been ticking up since the start of the war with Iran. The latest average of $4.50 a gallon is an increase of over $1.50 since the war started.
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.
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Rubio offers Cubans "new path" in video address
Raúl Castro, the brother of longtime dictator Fidel Castro, is being indicted on charges related to Cuba's deadly 1996 shootdown of planes operated by a humanitarian group, U.S. officials told CBS News.
Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
First on CBS
2 officers in Jan. 6 riot sue to block DOJ "anti-weaponization" fund
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
Raúl Castro indictment expected to be announced in Miami today, sources say
Raúl Castro is being indicted on charges related to Cuba's deadly 1996 shootdown of planes operated by humanitarian group Brothers to the Rescue, U.S. officials told CBS News earlier this month.
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U.S. soldier fears newly freed wife could still be deported by ICE at any time
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class and Afghanistan war veteran Jose Serrano told CBS News his wife, Deisy Rivera Ortega, was detained by ICE despite doing the "right thing."
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Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
WHO says Ebola risks high for region, but not a "pandemic emergency"
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
Where things stand with the Ebola outbreak
The State Department on Tuesday strongly urged Americans to avoid travel to Congo, Uganda and South Sudan because of the Ebola outbreak there. More than 130 people have already died. Mark Strassmann has more.
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.
World
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Netanyahu rebukes Israeli minister for treatment of Gaza flotilla activists
Italy and France have summoned the Israeli ambassadors in their respective capitals after Itamar Ben-Gvir, his national security minister, posted the video.
Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Rubio offers Cubans "new path" in video address
Raúl Castro, the brother of longtime dictator Fidel Castro, is being indicted on charges related to Cuba's deadly 1996 shootdown of planes operated by a humanitarian group, U.S. officials told CBS News.
Xi welcomes Putin and touts "unyielding" ties on heels of Trump's visit
China's Xi Jinping welcomed Vladimir Putin in Beijing, touted the countries' "unyielding" ties, and took a loosely veiled jab at Trump's policies.
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Entertainment
Byron Allen on filling CBS' late night slot
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his show "Comics Unleashed" and its transition into the CBS late night spot.
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Michelle Monaghan on getting quality sleep
Actress Michelle Monaghan joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 24-hour wellness cycle and why it's important to get quality sleep and consistent energy. (Sponsored by Natrol)
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.
Technology
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Technology
Concern ramps up over the use of AI in combat
The Defense Department says it wants to be "AI-first," but some service members are concerned about how quickly the technology is developing. Chris Livesay reports.
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.
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 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.
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.
Science
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2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
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.
Crime
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Crime
More details on Mango founder's son
Court records reveal more details about the Mango founder's son, Jonathan Andic, who was arrested Tuesday in connection to his father's 2024 death. Leigh Kiniry reports.
Details emerge on San Diego mosque attack
More details are emerging on the victims and two gunmen from the deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Lana Zak reports.
More on California mosque shooters
More details are emerging about the shooters who attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, where three people died. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
Islamic Center shooting victims hailed as heroes
New details are coming out about the victims in Monday's shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Lana Zak reports.
Mosque shooting victims hailed as heroes
Police and federal authorities are working to piece together the events leading up to Monday's deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, as well as what exactly happened during the attack. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Space
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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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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Trailblazing lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86
Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank has died at 86. Caitlin Huey-Burns breaks down his impact in American politics.
China's Xi meets with Russia's Putin
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin for a meeting days after President Trump's trip to Asia. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Keisha Lance Bottoms wins primary
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the democratic gubernatorial primary in Georgia. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
Former lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86
Barney Frank, the former Massachusetts congressman for 32 years and the first member of Congress to publicly acknowledge his homosexuality, has died at 86. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
What's next for Cuba if Castro is indicted?
A U.S. indictment against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro is expected, according to sources, as questions loom about the island's future. American University professor William LeoGrande joins CBS News with more insight.