Several injured after flight hits turbulence
An American Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing after severe turbulence. Several people aboard the flight were injured. Errol Barnett has the details.
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Thousands travel to Florida for abortions
A growing number of women are traveling to Florida seeking abortions. Planned Parenthood said it had to increase staffing before the state's 15-week ban on the procedure went into effect. Still, the state's law is less restrictive than those in neighboring states. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Biden faces agenda hurdles at home and abroad
President Biden is back in the U.S. after an eventful trip to the Middle East. He's facing issues with his agenda at home after Senator Manchin announced he would not currently support a reconciliation bill featuring the administration's climate initiatives. Nancy Cordes has more.
Gas prices affect travelers for medical treatment
While surging gas prices and record-high inflation affects most Americans, one group is hit especially hard: Families that have to travel long distances for necessary medical treatment. Adriana Diaz meets with affected families to discuss their realities and the sacrifices made to receive care.
House passes first bills to restore abortion rights post-Roe v. Wade
The House voted to restore abortion access nationwide after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last month.
Smaller airports losing airline service
While the country is experiencing a spike in travel, several major airlines have announced they're consolidating their service, cutting service to smaller airports in Illinois, Ohio and New York. CBS News travel adviser Peter Greenberg joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain what could happen as a result of these decisions and how the airlines chose the airports to cut off.
Smaller cities set to lose service as airlines pull back
Rising fuel costs and pilot salaries mean that 50-seat regional jets are no longer profitable for airlines to fly — and smaller airports are on the chopping block.
Ohio man charged with raping 10-year-old girl
An Ohio man has been charged with raping a 10-year-old girl whose case drew national attention after that the child traveled to Indiana for an abortion. Elaine Quijano reports.
Biden begins high-stakes Mideast trip in Israel
President Biden arrived in Israel with the specter of a nuclear-armed Iran hanging over his first presidential trip to the region. CBS News has learned that an off-duty Secret Service agent was sent home after he was detained by police for allegedly shoving a woman at a Jerusalem bar. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Europe's travel surge leads to summer chaos
Summer travel in Europe has been marred by chaos at airports as airlines have struggled with staffing shortages amid a surge of passengers eager to travel after pandemic lockdowns and carriers keen to start generating revenue again. Ramy Inocencio hears from a UK Travel Editor who helps explain the staffing shortages faced by airports no longer capable of dealing with travel demands
London's Heathrow Airport caps passenger numbers to quell chaos
"We are asking our airline partners to stop selling summer tickets to limit the impact on passengers," Heathrow CEO says.
White House touts bipartisan gun bill
At the White House on Monday, President Biden will mark a bipartisan effort to curb gun violence. He will also leave for his first trip to the Middle East this week. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins "CBS News Mornings" with more.
States creating clever ads in effort to boost tourism
The summer travel season is upon us, and states across the U.S. are producing clever and quirky ads focused on drawing as many tourists as possible. Through humor and powerful messages, these ads may just influence your summer travel plans. Barry Petersen has more.
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European airports see summer travel chaos
While domestic airlines in the U.S. are struggling to keep up with the summer travel surge, European airports are dealing with similar issues. CBS Senior travel adviser Peter Greenberg joins "CBS News Mornings" with more on what summer travelers can expect at major airports in Europe and how they can best prepare for airport chaos.
Baggage piles up as Europe fights air travel delays, staffing shortages
Travelers to the EU likely won't see air travel get better until October.
Holiday weekend travel troubles
As expected, hundreds of flights were canceled over the Fouth of July holiday weekend. But the airport travel woes eased toward the end of the weekend, with fewer cancellations on Monday. Wall Street Journal reporter Alison Sider joins CBS News to discuss what that could mean for the rest of busy travel season.
Omicron subvariants fuel wave of infections
Subvariants of the Omicron strain and an uptick in summer travel and gatherings is fueling a new wave of COVID-19 infections. And as monkeypox cases also rise, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that high risk individuals get that vaccine. Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at Kaiser Health News and an infectious disease specialist, joins “CBS News Mornings” to discuss.
How to prepare for holiday travel chaos
About 48 million Americans were expected to travel this Fourth of July weekend, and many are facing flight cancellations and lost luggage amid airline staffing shortages. Brian Kelly, also known as "The Points Guy," breaks down how you can make your travels as smooth as possible this holiday.
Chaos at U.S. airports as airlines cancel thousands of flights
Millions of travelers packed into airports over the holiday weekend, and many were met with chaos as thousands of flights were delayed or cancelled.
Travel woes mount for July Fourth holiday
Millions of travelers crowded airports over the weekend to get away for the July Fourth holiday. Chaos ensued when thousands of flights were canceled or delayed. CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste reports.
Venice to impose fee on day-trippers to preserve historic city
In January, same-day tourists will be required to make reservations and pay to visit the historic lagoon city.
July 4 flight cancelations create chaos
Almost one-third of all scheduled flights on Friday were delayed or canceled as the TSA screened nearly 2.5 million passengers, the highest number since before the pandemic. Lilia Luciano reports on the busiest July 4 travel weekend in years.
Travel trauma: Airline passengers' summer woes
After two years of the pandemic, airlines are struggling to keep up with pent-up demand, as staff shortages, canceled flights and bad weather make Summer 2022 a miserable time for air passengers. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave talks with aviation experts and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about why the airline sector is not meeting public expectations.
Mayorkas defends U.S. border policy after migrant deaths
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said the Biden administration has repeatedly warned against traveling to the southern border.
Denmark summoning U.S. ambassador after Trump names special envoy to Greenland
The president's move angered Danish officials. Greenland is a Danish autonomous territory he's often expressed interest in obtaining.
Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Bondi Beach gunmen got firearms training together, police say
The man police say killed 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach along with his father obtained firearms training with him, documents show.
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DHS offers undocumented migrants $3,000 if they self-deport by end of 2025
The Department of Homeland Security has tripled its "exit bonus" offered to undocumented migrants who voluntarily leave the United States by Dec. 31, 2025.
Vance tries to unify conservatives as rifts exposed at Turning Point USA
Rifts over the direction of the conservative movement emerged during Turning Point USA's conference, as speakers attacked each other by name.
U.S. Coast Guard pursuing third oil tanker off Venezuela coast, source says
If caught and seized, it would be the third Venezuelan tanker taken by the U.S. this month.
Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow
A Russian general was killed when a bomb detonated under his car in Moscow and investigators said Ukraine could be behind the attack.
Jim Beam to pause production at its main distillery on Jan. 1
The main distillery will be closed for site enhancements, the company said. The pause comes after whiskey production has dropped amid a challenging year.
Suspected Brown and MIT professor shooter showed signs of anger, former friend says
A former friend of the man accused of the deadly Brown University shooting and killing an MIT professor described him as a "socially awkward" person who showed signs of anger during their time on campus together.
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Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Jim Beam to pause production at its main distillery on Jan. 1
The main distillery will be closed for site enhancements, the company said. The pause comes after whiskey production has dropped amid a challenging year.
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DHS offers undocumented migrants $3,000 if they self-deport by end of 2025
The Department of Homeland Security has tripled its "exit bonus" offered to undocumented migrants who voluntarily leave the United States by Dec. 31, 2025.
What are your chances of a white Christmas? Map shows likelihood of snow.
Northern U.S. states and higher elevations have the best chances of a white Christmas, while southern and western areas are far less likely to see snow this year.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
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Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Jim Beam to pause production at its main distillery on Jan. 1
The main distillery will be closed for site enhancements, the company said. The pause comes after whiskey production has dropped amid a challenging year.
Rome introduces tourist fee for some Trevi fountain visitors
Tourists visiting the Trevi Fountain are now going to pay more than just the legendary coin toss over their shoulder.
Want to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans.
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
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Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Vance tries to unify conservatives as rifts exposed at Turning Point USA
Rifts over the direction of the conservative movement emerged during Turning Point USA's conference, as speakers attacked each other by name.
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DHS offers undocumented migrants $3,000 if they self-deport by end of 2025
The Department of Homeland Security has tripled its "exit bonus" offered to undocumented migrants who voluntarily leave the United States by Dec. 31, 2025.
Denmark summoning U.S. ambassador after Trump names special envoy to Greenland
Denmark says it will summon the U.S. ambassador after President Trump appointed a special envoy to Greenland, the Danish autonomous territory he has often expressed interest in.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 21, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna join Margaret Brennan.
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Details on new flu strain as cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York, explains what to know about rising cases, symptoms to watch for and how to protect your family.
Flu cases surging nationwide
Flu cases are on the rise across the country with CDC data showing more than 4 million illnesses this season resulting in roughly 2,000 deaths, including two children. Dr. Benjamin Abella, chair of emergency medicine at the Mount Sinai Health System in New York City, joined CBS News to discuss.
This professional Santa's dream of spreading holiday cheer fuels stroke recovery
Brent Rasmussen had a massive stroke in 2023. Getting his "ho ho ho back" helped motivate his recovery.
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Inside the FDA's vaccine uproar
A memo from Dr. Vinay Prasad, the head of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, may signal an effort to to rewrite the rules governing the U.S. vaccine system.
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Bondi Beach gunmen got firearms training together, police say
The man police say killed 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach along with his father obtained firearms training with him, documents show.
Denmark summoning U.S. ambassador after Trump names special envoy to Greenland
Denmark says it will summon the U.S. ambassador after President Trump appointed a special envoy to Greenland, the Danish autonomous territory he has often expressed interest in.
Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow
A Russian general was killed when a bomb detonated under his car in Moscow and investigators said Ukraine could be behind the attack.
12 bodies found outside Guatemala City linked to gang violence, officials say
At least 12 bodies were found in three days in a wooded area on the outskirts of Guatemala City, authorities said Sunday, linking the discovery to gang violence.
MS-13 gang member sentenced to 1,335 years in prison in El Salvador
Earlier this year, the U.S. designated MS-13, which was formed in Los Angeles in the 1980s by Salvadoran immigrants, a terrorist organization.
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Actor James Ransone, known for his role in "The Wire," dies at 46
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Young People's Chorus of NYC: "Jolly Toyland"
To mark the Christmas season, "Sunday Morning" presents a performance by the Young People's Chorus of New York City, of "Jolly Toyland," arranged by Francisco J. Nunez.
Young People's Chorus of NYC: "Deck the Halls"
"Sunday Morning" gifts to its viewers a Christmas tradition: a performance by the Young People's Chorus of New York City. They present "Deck the Halls," arranged by Francisco J. Nunez and Jim Papoulis.
Sean Ono Lennon on being caretaker of the legacy of John Lennon & Yoko Ono
The musician-songwriter-producer, who says he feels a responsibility to promote his parents' legacy, talks about the animated short inspired by their anti-war anthem, "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)," and the new HBO documentary "One to One: John & Yoko."
Extended interview: Sean Ono Lennon
In this web exclusive, Sean Ono Lennon talks with Anthony Mason about The Claypool Lennon Delirium, his musical collaboration with Les Claypool of Primus, and his upcoming jazz album. He also discusses his animated short film, "War Is Over!"; his custodianship of the musical legacy of his parents, John Lennon and Yoko Ono; how concert footage and previously-unknown private recordings came together in the documentary "One to One"; and how creating art is "a fundamental force" in his life.
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Want to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans.
DraftKings hopes to score big with new prediction markets app
Sports betting companies face mounting competition from rapidly growing prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
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.
Japanese woman marries AI boyfriend
People are starting to develop lasting connections with artificial technology. Melissa J. Perry, the dean of the College of Public Health at George Mason University, joins CBS News with more details.
TikTok nears deal to avoid U.S. ban
TikTok has signed a deal to sell its U.S. operations to a group of investors in America, a source familiar with the deal tells CBS News. Jo Ling Kent has more.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Trump targets more Venezuelan oil tankers
The Trump administration seized a second oil tanker near Venezuela and announced a third is being pursued, a U.S. official tells CBS News. This comes as lawmakers react to the Justice Department's release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Search underway for swimmer missing at Pacific Grove's Lovers Point in possible shark attack
Search efforts are underway in Pacific Grove after a swimmer went missing Sunday afternoon.
Khanna on full Epstein file release
Reps. Ro Khanna, a California Democrat, and Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, who pushed for the Justice Department to release the Jeffrey Epstein files, said the problem with the release isn't that it's "taking too long" and but that Friday's release is a "slap in the face of survivors."
Police seek motive in deadly shootings
Authorities are seeking motive after the man responsible for the deadly shooting at Brown University and the murder of an MIT professor was found dead in a New Hampshire storage unit on Thursday.
Epstein survivor on partial files release
The Justice Department released a new batch of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday. Epstein survivor Sharlene Rochard joins with her reaction. Then, Spencer Kuvin, an attorney who represents some Epstein survivors, provides further analysis.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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"Son of Sam": A serial killer's reign of terror
Calling himself the "Son of Sam" in a letter left at one of the crime scenes, David Berkowitz claimed voices were ordering him to kill -- starting in the summer of 1976, he went on a 13-month spree of impulse killings in New York City that left six dead and seven injured
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Trump targets more Venezuelan oil tankers
The Trump administration seized a second oil tanker near Venezuela and announced a third is being pursued, a U.S. official tells CBS News. This comes as lawmakers react to the Justice Department's release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Russian general killed by bomb under car
A Russian general was killed by an explosive device underneath his car in Moscow, according to Russian investigators, who say Ukraine's intelligence services may have orchestrated the attack. Ukraine has not commented. Holly Williams has more.
Details on new flu strain as cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York, explains what to know about rising cases, symptoms to watch for and how to protect your family.
Latest on trove of Epstein files released
Thousands of pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein were made public last week, but demands are growing for the DOJ to explain why it didn't release all the files by the Friday deadline. Of the ones made public, many were heavily redacted. Scott MacFarlane reports.