Flash flooding warning in Texas
Heavy rain and flash flooding are causing major problems in Texas. More than a foot of rain fell Tuesday, flooding roads and forcing water rescues. Courtney Zubowski reports from Corpus Christi.
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On the ground with Border Patrol agents stopping undocumented immigrants
"Everybody knows there's help for families here in the United States so the risk is valid to them"
Legal advocate: "Suspiciously little" done to inform undocumented families of their rights
15-year-old Renaldo told Gayle King no one told him where he was going after being separated from his mother at the border
Growing controversy at the border
"CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King joined CBSN from Texas with more on why families are trying to enter the U.S. despite the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" policy. She also spoke with a boy who was separated from his family.
Willie Nelson's plea to "Christians everywhere" on immigration
Willie Nelson is speaking out against the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" policy that has resulted in parents and children being separated at the border
Legal advocate on undocumented families
Jonathan Ryan, executive director of the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services, the largest immigration legal aid group in Texas, joins "CBS This Morning" from McAllen, Texas, to discuss the varying conditions of detention centers at the border and why establishing trust with the undocumented families is a big challenge.
Resident: "We can't just open up the borders"
"CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King speaks with a man in McAllen, Texas, about the recent crackdown on illegal immigration along the U.S.-Mexico border. He says he left Mexico when he was seven and came to the U.S. on a visa before becoming a citizen at 18.
Lawyer reveals details on crying kids audio
For the first time, we may be hearing from children separated from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border. A nearly eight-minute audio recording obtained by ProPublica purportedly reveals children crying out inside a detention facility. Civil rights attorney Jennifer Harbury received the audio from a client who says it was recorded last week. CBS News has not been able to independently confirm the authenticity of the recording. Harbury joins "CBS This Morning" from McAllen, Texas, to discuss the "whistleblower" who brought her the tape and her message to the Trump administration.
Domestic workers at the border: Abuse, wage theft, and injuries
They're "hemmed in" by the adversity of Mexico's poverty and the intensive policing of citizenship on the U.S. side
White House on separating immigrant families
Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen defended the Trump administration's policy of separating immigrant children from their families Monday. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News correspondent David Begnaud join CBSN to discuss the ongoing political fight about this policy.
Texas' Beto O'Rourke condemns "inhumane" family separation
"This is unprecedented, it's inhumane, and we have to make sure it's un-American," he said on CBSN's "Red & Blue"
Heat wave sweeps across United States
A heat wave is moving across parts of the United States as the Midwest and Northeast could see record breaking temperatures. This heat could also cause a drop in air quality because heat causes the formation of ozone (O3) which is harmful. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN with more.
Mother separated from children shares her story
At a detention center in McAllen, Texas, families are sharing their experiences about being separated after illegally crossing the border into the U.S. That includes one mother who says she was just trying to protect her children. "CBS This Morning" co-anchor Gayle King has more.
Beto O'Rourke on immigrant family separation
Rep. Beto O'Rourke, D-Texas, condemned the Trump administration's policy of separating immigrant children from their parents when families attempt to enter the country illegally. "This is unprecedented, it's inhumane, and we have to make sure it's un-American," he told CBSN's Elaine Quijano. Watch more of O'Rourke's interview tonight on "Red & Blue" at 9 p.m. ET.
How Trump's immigration policy is playing out along the Texas border
"I understand people want a better life, but there's a process and we're a nation of laws," one resident says
Fear spreads along Mexican border over family separations
One woman who lost her husband, son and his family to cartel violence says she's now afraid to cross the border
Migrants held in cages at Texas facility
The battle over the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" policy on immigration is intensifying with lawmakers in both parties condemning it as cruel and inhumane. The administration is being accused of punishing undocumented children by separating them from their parents. CBS News' Gayle King and David Begnaud report from McAllen, Texas.
Doctor: Family separation is "child abuse"
Few civilians have been inside the Texas shelters where some 2,000 immigrant children are being held separately from their parents. Dr. Colleen Kraft, president of the American Academy of Pediatrics, visited a Texas facility for children after her colleagues told her she needed to see what was happening. Kraft joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what she witnessed and the long-term impact the experience will have on the children.
Families separated at the border
There is growing outrage at the Trump administration's policy of pursuing criminal prosecutions against all immigrants who cross into the U.S. illegally and separating more than 1,900 children from their parents at the border. CBS News correspondent Alex Wagner joins CBSN to discuss what she saw at the border and the effects of the policy on young children who are detained.
5 killed in SUV crash during pursuit in Texas
Twelve people were ejected from the vehicle when it rolled over Sunday, officials say
Family separation at border is "a form of child abuse," doctor says
Dr. Colleen Kraft, president of the American Academy of Pediatrics, visited a Texas facility where undocumented children are being held
Gayle King on undocumented families at border
Gayle King joins "CBS This Morning" from McAllen, Texas, to discuss her reporting and the controversy surrounding the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" policy that separates undocumented children from their parents.
Border patrol official: "We created this situation by not doing anything"
Chief Manuel Padilla of CBP's Rio Grande Valley Sector calls accounts of parents not being told where their children are "misinformation"
Undocumented families face uncertain future at border
"CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King spoke to parents who were separated with their children after crossing the border illegally
Deputy sexually abused undocumented immigrant girl, 4, sheriff says
Jose Nunez took advantage of victim's mother's fear of deportation and may have other victims, sheriff adds
Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act, voiding Louisiana congressional map
The Supreme Court rule 6-3 in a decision that has implications for the scope of the landmark Voting Rights Act.
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Hegseth questioned over Iran war as official reveals costs so far
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing questions from lawmakers for the first time since the Trump administration launched its joint war with Israel against Iran.
Comey appears in court after his indictment for allegedly threatening Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday for allegedly making threats against President Trump.
A WWII-era gift, historic speech and more highlights from King Charles' visit
Photos show some of the highlights as King Charles III and Queen Camilla with President Trump and first lady Melania Trump during an official state visit to Washington, D.C.
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FEMA's disaster relief fund hits red zone ahead of hurricane season
FEMA's disaster relief fund has dropped below $3 billion, triggering Imminent Needs Funding, which means the agency must limit spending to only the most urgent, life-saving needs amid the partial government shutdown.
DOJ seeks pretrial detention of shooting suspect Cole Allen, shares new photos
Cole Allen was charged Monday in federal court with three counts, including attempting to assassinate the president. The other two charges involved the use and transport of firearms.
Supreme Court hears arguments over deportation shield for Syrians, Haitians
The Supreme Court heard arguments over the Trump administration's attempt to rescind Temporary Protected Status for 6,000 Syrian and 350,000 Haitian immigrants.
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How a company likened to a sex cult is lobbying Trump for pardons
OneTaste, a company in San Francisco that prosecutors likened to a sex cult, has embarked on a campaign to court allies of President Trump as it seeks pardons for its two convicted leaders, CBS News has learned.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady for third straight meeting
The Fed's April policy meeting is likely to be Jerome Powell's last as chair, with his term ending May 15.
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady for third straight meeting
The Fed's April policy meeting is likely to be Jerome Powell's last as chair, with his term ending May 15.
Comey appears in court after his indictment for allegedly threatening Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday for allegedly making threats against President Trump.
From a brooch to the queen's iPod: A history of gifts between U.S. and U.K.
King Charles surprised President Trump with the bell from the HMS Trump, a World War II-era British submarine, during this week's visit.
Hegseth faces questions on overall Iran war strategy
The war with Iran is now in its ninth week, and Congress is concerned about the reduction of global munition stockpiles and the ability to restock them.
A WWII-era gift, historic speech and more highlights from King Charles' visit
Photos show some of the highlights as King Charles III and Queen Camilla with President Trump and first lady Melania Trump during an official state visit to Washington, D.C.
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady for third straight meeting
The Fed's April policy meeting is likely to be Jerome Powell's last as chair, with his term ending May 15.
TSA PreCheck offers discount to younger travelers. Here's what to know.
TSA is trying to encourage young travelers to enroll in its PreCheck program before summer travel kicks off.
Senate Banking Committee advances Kevin Warsh's nomination for Fed chair
Senators voted along partisan lines, with Republicans backing Warsh's nomination to lead the Fed and Democrats on the panel opposing him.
Man takes sister's exhumed body to bank in bid to get to her money
An Indian man dug up his sister's body and carried it to a bank branch to prove she was dead after being refused access to her account without a death certificate, the lender says.
Feds have rejected 15% of businesses' tariff refund claims
But after some early hiccups, the U.S. government's hub for businesses seeking tariff refunds is running smoothly, an expert says.
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Comey appears in court after his indictment for allegedly threatening Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday for allegedly making threats against President Trump.
Hegseth faces questions on overall Iran war strategy
The war with Iran is now in its ninth week, and Congress is concerned about the reduction of global munition stockpiles and the ability to restock them.
A WWII-era gift, historic speech and more highlights from King Charles' visit
Photos show some of the highlights as King Charles III and Queen Camilla with President Trump and first lady Melania Trump during an official state visit to Washington, D.C.
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FEMA's disaster relief fund hits red zone ahead of hurricane season
FEMA's disaster relief fund has dropped below $3 billion, triggering Imminent Needs Funding, which means the agency must limit spending to only the most urgent, life-saving needs amid the partial government shutdown.
Florida House advances congressional map to give GOP up to 4 more seats
Florida is currently represented by 20 Republicans and seven Democrats, with one Democratic-leaning seat vacant after Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned earlier this month.
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Beyond crisis lines: How broader suicide prevention helps people in need
A new approach to suicide prevention shifts the focus from stopping harm in moments of crisis to upstream policies that give people reasons to live.
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.
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From a brooch to the queen's iPod: A history of gifts between U.S. and U.K.
King Charles surprised President Trump with the bell from the HMS Trump, a World War II-era British submarine, during this week's visit.
Hegseth faces questions on overall Iran war strategy
The war with Iran is now in its ninth week, and Congress is concerned about the reduction of global munition stockpiles and the ability to restock them.
9 people arrested in massive raids on religious sect in U.K.
Nine people were arrested in raids on the U.K. headquarters of the AROPL religious sect, on suspicion of modern slavery, forced marriage and sexual offenses.
U.S. captures alleged drug kingpin with $10 million bounty on his head
Eugenio Molina-Lopez is accused of heading up a gang that allegedly trafficked U.S.-bound cocaine from South America to Mexican cartels.
U.S. envoy in Ukraine to step down, but officials say no dispute with Trump
Acting U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Julie Davis is stepping down, but officials deny reports that it follows disagreements with President Trump
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Wilmer Valderrama on his 200th "NCIS" episode
As "NCIS" nears the highly-anticipated finale of season 23, it will also be star Wilmer Valderama's 200th episode on the show. He reflects on his time on the series and reveals the season finale will have "a lot of danger," adding, "we're setting a crazy tone for next season."
Reshaping the conversation about aging
Constance Zimmer, who co-hosts the podcast "Talk 50 to Me," talks about reframing the conversation among women about aging. The podcast features interviews with women in their 50s, talking about the realities of midlife.
FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
The FCC has ordered an early review of the broadcast licenses for eight local stations owned by ABC. The move comes after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump demanded ABC fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. Ed O'Keefe reports.
FCC reviewing ABC licenses amid Kimmel feud
The Federal Communications Commission says it wants the Walt Disney Company to file for early license renewal for its television stations. The announcement comes one day after President Trump and the first lady called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins with analysis.
FCC reviewing Disney licenses over DEI practices
One day after President Trump called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC said it will begin reviewing eight broadcasting licenses owned or managed by Disney due to the company's diversity policies. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
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Legal battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman
Elon Musk took the stand Tuesday in a trial against fellow billionaire Sam Altman that could change the future of AI. Musk accused the OpenAI co-founder of lying and stealing, adding that he has "extreme concerns" about AI and who controls it.
College students' killings latest case to rely on ChatGPT as evidence
OpenAI boss Sam Altman recently apologized after a teen who went on to kill eight people was banned from ChatGPT for violent activities but police were never alerted.
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.
Elon Musk testifies in OpenAI trial
Opening statements began on Tuesday in Tesla CEO Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman. Maxwell Zeff, senior writer at Wired, joins with more.
Jury selection begins in Musk-Altman legal battle
Jury selection began Monday in the legal battle between tech leaders Elon Musk and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the latest.
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
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.
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Sexual wellness company lobbies for pardons
San Francisco-based sexual wellness company OneTaste is lobbying for clemency through allies of President Trump for its former CEO and founder, Nicole Daedone, and former head of sales Rachel Cherwitz, who were both sentenced to more than five years in prison for forced labor conspiracy. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
9 people arrested in massive raids on religious sect in U.K.
Nine people were arrested in raids on the U.K. headquarters of the AROPL religious sect, on suspicion of modern slavery, forced marriage and sexual offenses.
Details on shot fired at D.C. dinner
A gunshot fired during the Secret Service encounter with Cole Allen at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday may have hit an officer's cellphone placed in a bulletproof vest pocket, two sources tell CBS News' Nicole Sganga.
2 stabbed in London Jewish neighborhood
A man is in custody after two people were stabbed at a Jewish neighborhood of North London, according to British authorities. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Secret Service protocols at D.C. dinner
Robert McDonald, a retired supervisory agent at the U.S. Secret Service, joins CBS News with his take on the security protocols during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
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.
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Sexual wellness company lobbies for pardons
San Francisco-based sexual wellness company OneTaste is lobbying for clemency through allies of President Trump for its former CEO and founder, Nicole Daedone, and former head of sales Rachel Cherwitz, who were both sentenced to more than five years in prison for forced labor conspiracy. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Wilmer Valderrama on his 200th "NCIS" episode
As "NCIS" nears the highly-anticipated finale of season 23, it will also be star Wilmer Valderama's 200th episode on the show. He reflects on his time on the series and reveals the season finale will have "a lot of danger," adding, "we're setting a crazy tone for next season."
Hegseth argues for massive budget proposal
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine are testifying before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
Hegseth on $1.5 trillion defense budget pitch
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, are testifying before the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday. CBS News contributor Elliot Ackerman has the latest.
Supreme Court doles out blow to voting rights
The Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's new congressional map in a 6-3 decision on Wednesday. The ruling is a major win for Republicans and weakens the Voting Rights Act. CBS News' Jan Crawford, Katrina Kaufman and contributor Jessica Levinson have the latest.