Texas pastor claims Whole Foods cake had homophobic slur
Attorneys say pastor ordered cake with personalized message "Love Wins," but when he received it, the cake said "Love Wins F**"
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Storms bring "life-threatening" flooding to Texas
Torrential rains and severe storms cause high-water rescues in the Austin area and the city of Houston to largely shut down
Irene Garza murder: The Last Confession
"48 Hours" investigates the case of a young Texas beauty who went to confession in 1960 and was never seen alive again—and the priest suspected of her murder
Softball coach wanted for sex assault found dead
Police say Richard Jorgensen was found in Port Arthur, Texas, dead from an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound
Texas teen says boot saved her life after being struck by lightning
16-year-old Texas girl says if she wasn't wearing the boot when lightning hit she, "probably wouldn't have a foot"
"Affluenza" teen may be jailed for nearly 2 years
A Texas judge ordered the 19-year-old to serve four consecutive 180 day sentences in Tarrant County, Texas jail, but gave his attorneys two weeks to prepare arguments against the order
Conjoined twin girls separated in Texas surgery
Long and difficult operation aims to give twins a chance at separate lives
Alleged funeral parlor ring thief arrested
Police say Kalynn Homfeld is the woman seen on video stealing a ring from a dead woman's hand Friday at a Texas funeral parlor
Problems identified at Texas jail where Sandra Bland died
Bland was found dead in her cell at small-town jail days after being pulled over by state trooper for a minor traffic violation
More stormy weather in store for Texas
Meteorologist Tom Bradshaw says moist air and atmospheric instability have made this an unlucky year for the Lone Star State
Family: Contractor beat dogs with pipe wrench
In surveillance footage of the incident, which has gone viral since it was posted to Facebook on Sunday, a man can be seen appearing to hit a family's dogs
Ferocious hail, winds pound the South as more bad weather looms
"I've never been through anything like this before," said one shell-shocked resident in Texas
Thief caught on camera stealing wedding ring from dead woman's hand
Woman can be seen on video allegedly taking a wedding ring from the hand of a corpse at a funeral home in Odessa, Texas
Texas police investigate murder of food blogger
Police believe Stacey Fawcett, a CBS Radio food blog contributor, and her son, Josiah Utu, were killed by her other son, McCann Utu
Remains ID'd as Texas student missing since 1997
A convicted kidnapper pointed police to the southeast Texas pasture where the skeletal remains were recently discovered
Mexican cartel chief found brief haven in Texas
Juan Jesus Guerrero Chapa moved into tony Dallas-area suburb to hide, and did so for years before gunman caught up to him
Texas teacher arrested after repeatedly hitting student
Cellphone video shows high school teacher Mary Hastings swiping papers off the student's desk then slapping him five times
Alleged mastermind of Dallas dentist's killing captured
Brenda Delgado, named one of the FBI's Most Wanted fugitives, arrested in Mexico for allegedly planning the murder of Dr. Kendra Hatcher
Deadly shooting at Lackland Air Force Base
Authorities say at least two people killed in an apparent murder-suicide at base in Texas
Texas executes man who said he drank victim's blood
Pablo Vasquez claimed voices told him to drink 12-year-old boy's blood after he beat the victim and slit his throat
Supreme Court denies stay for man set to be executed
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected a last-chance appeal by attorneys for Pablo Vasquez, who killed a 12-year-old boy and claimed to drink the victim's blood
New "Most Wanted" a woman accused in dentist's death
Authorities believe Brenda Delgado, 33, arranged for Kendra Hatcher to be murdered on Sept. 2, 2015, because the victim was dating Delgado's ex-boyfriend
Body found after suicidal man allegedly confesses murder
Police discovered the body of a woman in Grand Prairie, Texas, on Tuesday, the day after a man allegedly told officers about the murder moments before killing himself
Judge finds ex-A&M player incompetent in slaying case
Thomas Johnson was found incompetent by a Dallas County magistrate judge at a hearing Monday
Texas man set to die said he drank 12-year-old victim's blood
Supreme Court has been asked to block scheduled execution of Pablo Lucio Vasquez for the slaying of 12-year-old David Cardenas
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Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, writing on social media: "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT."
David Crowley beats progressive Francesca Hong in Wisconsin gubernatorial primary
David Crowley unexpectedly beat a progressive candidate in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, and will face Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany on the ballot in November.
Baby with heart defect carried by surrogate must receive care, Texas court says
Surrogate McKenna West declined to get an abortion requested by the intended parents after the fetus she is carrying was diagnosed with a severe but treatable heart defect.
Eli Lilly takes aim at illicit market for its experimental weight-loss drug
The pharmaceutical company is filing lawsuits against six outlets selling versions of its promising but unapproved weight-loss drug, retatrutide.
Rubio, Bessent took decoy Air Force One, Hegseth flew on secret flight with Trump
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent were on the decoy flight last month when President Trump secretly switched to a different plane while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was with Mr. Trump.
Hospitals push for upfront payments as healthcare costs rise
Hospitals and other medical providers are increasingly asking for payment before providing care, collecting more of what patients might owe.
Los Angeles Lakers to be sold to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner for $12.5 billion
The deal comes less than 1 year after Mark Walter purchased a majority stake from the Buss family for about $10 billion.
How the Secret Service is cracking down on card-skimming scams
A Secret Service analyst told CBS News a single skimming device can net a scammer up to $1 million.
Norah O'Donnell: What I learned from my doctor about menopause
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
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Baby with heart defect carried by surrogate must receive care, Texas court says
Surrogate McKenna West declined to get an abortion requested by the intended parents after the fetus she is carrying was diagnosed with a severe but treatable heart defect.
11 charged for alleged sham marriages to help Chinese nationals get green cards
The Justice Department unveiled criminal charges alleging 11 people participated in a scheme that involved more than 1,000 "sham marriages" between Chinese nationals and U.S. citizens.
How much time does AI save at work? New Census Bureau data breaks it down.
New Census data shows how much faster workers can complete tasks when they enlist artificial intelligence for help.
Here's how much Social Security's 2027 COLA could rise under new estimates
Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 is projected to be lower than previously forecast, according to new estimates.
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Top Trump officials heading to Iowa to help GOP campaigns, sources say
The upcoming Iowa State Fair is a pivotal window of opportunity for candidates on the campaign trail.
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How much time does AI save at work? New Census Bureau data breaks it down.
New Census data shows how much faster workers can complete tasks when they enlist artificial intelligence for help.
Here's how much Social Security's 2027 COLA could rise under new estimates
Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 is projected to be lower than previously forecast, according to new estimates.
NYC Council probes prediction markets over advertising practices
New York City lawmakers allege that four major prediction markets engage in deceptive marketing practices and target young adults.
CPI report shows inflation eased in July to a 3.4% annual pace
The CPI report was in line with economists' expectations, marking the second consecutive month with cooler price pressures.
Eli Lilly takes aim at illicit market for its experimental weight-loss drug
The pharmaceutical company is filing lawsuits against six outlets selling versions of its promising but unapproved weight-loss drug, retatrutide.
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11 charged for alleged sham marriages to help Chinese nationals get green cards
The Justice Department unveiled criminal charges alleging 11 people participated in a scheme that involved more than 1,000 "sham marriages" between Chinese nationals and U.S. citizens.
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Top Trump officials heading to Iowa to help GOP campaigns, sources say
The upcoming Iowa State Fair is a pivotal window of opportunity for candidates on the campaign trail.
Rubio, Bessent took decoy Air Force One, Hegseth flew on secret flight with Trump
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent were on the decoy flight last month when President Trump secretly switched to a different plane while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was with Mr. Trump.
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Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, writing on social media: "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT."
David Crowley beats progressive Francesca Hong in Wisconsin gubernatorial primary
David Crowley unexpectedly beat a progressive candidate in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, and will face Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany on the ballot in November.
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Norah O'Donnell: What I learned from my doctor about menopause
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
Hospitals push for upfront payments as healthcare costs rise
Hospitals and other medical providers are increasingly asking for payment before providing care, collecting more of what patients might owe.
Doctor on Fauci's COVID-era revealed texts
Republican senators this week released 11 new text messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci's government phone in 2021 as part of the investigations into his handling of the COVID pandemic. In the texts, he discussed the potential risks and benefits of the vaccine for pregnant women. Dr. Serena Chen, an OB-GYN and the director of advocacy at CCRM Fertility of New Jersey, has more.
Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
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At least 1 dead, 172 rescued from ferry fire near Bali, Indonesia
One Indonesian teenager was killed when the vessel caught fire in rough seas.
Cartel sought to buy weapons in exchange for fentanyl, U.S. says
"In exchange for the weapons, the defendants paid in the form of fentanyl and methamphetamine imported into the United States for distribution," the Justice Department said.
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Trump says U.S. has "total control" over Strait of Hormuz
President Trump said Wednesday that the U.S. has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, writing on social media: "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT."
Baby rescued from earthquake rubble in Colombia as death toll rises
Footage shared on social media shows a baby being rescued from the bloody arms of a man trapped underneath a destroyed building in Cali after a powerful earthquake struck Colombia.
What to know about today's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crosses the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
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Becky G on her friendship with Karol G
Singer Becky G speaks with Gayle King about her tour with Karol G and the bond the two pop stars have formed. "We have a beautiful friendship," Becky G says, "one I'm really, really thankful for and one that I think throughout the years we've really earned with one another."
Behind the scenes of the movie "Tony"
Actor Dominic Sessa and renowned chef Eric Ripert talk with "CBS Mornings" about the new movie "Tony," which is loosely based on Anthony Bourdain's stories of his first experience working in a kitchen restaurant before he found fame. Sessa describes how he got involved and Ripert, who one of Bourdain's best friends, talks about his relationship with the beloved chef.
Becky G on being family's breadwinner
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King speaks exclusively with pop superstar Becky G about feeling the pressure of becoming her family's breadwinner at a young age.
Spotify to label music from "AI personas"
Kourtnee Jackson, senior streaming and entertainment editor at CNET, joins "The Daily Report" to give her take on Spotify's decision to label AI-generated music and block it from being recommended to users.
Graceland celebrates "Elvis Week"
"Elvis Week" kicked off at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 8 and runs until Aug. 16, marking Elvis Presley's death. Alicia Dean, the longtime marketing and promotions specialist for Elvis Presley Enterprises, joins with more.
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Meta on trial for social media addiction suit
Tech giant Meta is being accused of designing social media platforms that violate privacy and enable social media addiction in children. Jury selection in the trial begins today. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on the case.
Duffy on new tech for air travel safety
Top transportation officials were at Newark Airport on Tuesday for the installation of a new radar system designed to help controllers prevent runway incidents. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy about the new technology.
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.
Wall Street targets $500B for AI
Nvidia scored an astounding $500 billion in financing for artificial intelligence, backed by Wall Street's top power brokers and firms. Puck founding partner and industry journalist William D. Cohan weighs in on the AI boom and data center construction.
Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Perseid meteor shower peaks during eclipse
The Perseid meteor shower will peak during 2026's only total solar eclipse. Director of astronomy at Adler Planetarium, Dr. Geza Gyuk, explains why the eclipse is so special.
Total solar eclipse in Europe
A small part of the U.S. will be able to see a sliver of partial solar eclipse, but the path of totality will cut through Europe. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has more from Mallorca, Spain.
What to know about today's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crosses the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Protecting 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. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.)
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Lindsay Clancy's counselor takes the stand
Latiesha Dukes, one of Lindsay Clancy's mental health counselors before the deaths of her three children, testified Wednesday that she did not see signs of Clancy in crisis. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Judge makes rare ruling in Mangione case
At a hearing for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a judge ruled the jury in Mangione's New York state murder trial will be anonymous. Tom Hanson explains.
How the Secret Service is cracking down on card-skimming scams
A Secret Service analyst told CBS News a single skimming device can net a scammer up to $1 million.
Cartel sought to buy weapons in exchange for fentanyl, U.S. says
"In exchange for the weapons, the defendants paid in the form of fentanyl and methamphetamine imported into the United States for distribution," the Justice Department said.
More healthcare testimony in Clancy trial
Healthcare workers who treated Lindsay Clancy's postpartum mental health concerns are back on the stand Tuesday in her murder trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has the latest.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
What to know about today's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crosses the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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Vacation is "boring," Arthur Brooks argues
The Free Press columnist and CBS News contributor Arthur Brooks argues that Americans aren't as good at relaxing during vacations as Europeans.
Winners and losers from primaries
Darline Graham and Ralph Norman will face off in a runoff for the Republican Senate nomination in South Carolina. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Anthony Salvanto look at this and other key takeaways from Tuesday's contests.
Lindsay Clancy's counselor takes the stand
Latiesha Dukes, one of Lindsay Clancy's mental health counselors before the deaths of her three children, testified Wednesday that she did not see signs of Clancy in crisis. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
World Central Kitchen feeds Colombia
Families in Colombia are suffering after a catastrophic earthquake destroyed homes and killed more than 250 people. Response director Juan Camilo Jiménez explains how his organization is partnering with local groups to provide aid in the aftermath.
Inflation cools slightly; NYC probes Kalshi
U.S. inflation cooled slightly in new data from July. Also, the New York City Council launched a sweeping investigation into the marketing practices of prediction market companies such as Kalshi and Polymarket. Axios markets correspondent Matt Phillips shares his thoughts.