Army secretary on combating military sexual assault
Army Secretary Christine Wormuth said part of the solution is teaching young soldiers acceptable behavior.
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Group of female Rhodes Scholars make West Point history
The four cadets talk about what service means to them.
Army missed red flags about civilian leader who led child porn ring
Records show the U.S. Army and the state of Arizona missed or ignored red flags for over a decade that allowed David Frodsham to abuse his adopted son and other children.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 3 soldiers
President Biden awarded three Army service members with the Medal of Honor on Thursday, bestowing the nation's highest military recognition for their actions in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. Watch the ceremony.
Soldiers to get Purple Hearts after CBS News report
A CBS News investigation found at least 39 U.S. soldiers injured in an Iran missile strike on an Iraq military base last year were denied the Purple Heart and the benefits associated with the award. The Army reversed its decision and notified the soldiers on Wednesday. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more details on her reporting.
Stranger who set out to return discarded Army uniforms also gave family hope
Donna Parker could have never guessed how much the Army uniforms she found at the bottom of a dumpster were wanted.
Veterans resign from Sinema's advisory council
Many former supporters of Senator Kyrsten Sinema have become increasingly frustrated by the Democrat from Arizona, and her opposition to parts of President Biden's legislative agenda. Dana Allmond, a U.S. Army veteran who resigned from her advisory council this week in protest, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Army chaplain who died in Korean prison returns home after 70 years
Kapaun was awarded a Medal of Honor and could become a Catholic Saint.
At least 12 U.S. troops killed in Kabul attack
In a Pentagon briefing Thursday afternoon, General Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. of U.S. Central Command said at least 12 American service members were killed and 15 wounded when suicide bombers, believed to be ISIS fighters, attacked outside the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan. Watch his statement.
Missing WWII veteran’s dog tag discovered
For almost 80 years, Harlan Melinsky’s family lived with uncertainty after the WWII soldier went missing during battle in Itri, Italy. But Melinsky’s dog tag was recently discovered near his last reported sighting, finally giving Melinsky’s family a sense of closure. John Lauritsen reports.
Report: Stolen military firearms used in violent crimes
An investigation by The Associated Press says that stolen military firearms have been resurfacing in our streets and used for violent crimes. AP reporter Kristin Hall joins CBSN to discuss her report.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to Korean War hero
President Biden has awarded the nation's highest military award, the Medal of Honor, to retired Colonel Ralph Puckett Jr., a U.S. Army Ranger who displayed "extraordinary heroism and selflessness" as a young soldier in battle during the Korean War. Watch a portion of the ceremony.
Inside Afghanistan as U.S. prepares for troop withdrawal
CBS News got rare access to the Afghan military as its soldiers prepare to fight the Taliban on their own.
White Army officer seen on video threatening Black man is charged
Protesters turned up at Jonathan Pentland's South Carolina home. He was charged with third-degree assault.
Black Army lieutenant sues over traffic stop
Army Second Lieutenant Caron Nazario is seeking $1 million in damages in a lawsuit against police officers Joe Gutierrez and Daniel Crocker, saying his First and Fourth Amendment rights were violated during a Virginia traffic stop in which police drew their guns and pepper-sprayed him. Timothy Bella, deputy editor for the Washington Post's Morning Mix, joins CBSN to discuss the lawsuit and how recently passed criminal justice reform laws might affect the officers.
Virginia cop who pepper-sprayed Black Army lieutenant is fired
Police officers in Virginia held an Army officer at gunpoint, handcuffed him and doused him with pepper spray — all during an illegal traffic stop.
Winter storms delay COVID-19 vaccinations
Over 56 million people in the U.S. have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, but millions more need to be administered in order for the nation to achieve herd immunity. Meanwhile, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expects severe weather to continue to cause widespread delays in vaccine shipments over the next few days. "CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud reports on one California hospital that has vaccinated over 90% of its employees, and Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon and an assistant professor at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University, joined CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
11 soldiers sick after drinking antifreeze chemical, Army says
Two of the soldiers were in critical condition, and all 11 were receiving medical care at an Army hospital, the Army said.
Fort Bliss officials give update on 11 injured soldiers
Officials at Fort Bliss provided an update Friday on the condition of 11 soldiers who fell ill on Thursday. A spokesperson said a preliminary investigation found the soldiers fell ill after ingesting ethylene glycol, the primary chemical found in antifreeze. Watch the remarks here.
Army updates grooming standards to foster inclusion and diversity
Under updated requirements, short ponytails will be allowed, and phrases with racist connotations will be removed from regulations.
14 fired or suspended following probe into Fort Hood soldier's death
Firings and suspensions were announced following an investigation into a culture of discrimination, harassment and assault at Fort Hood.
"Totally unacceptable": Army secretary condemns command climate
The "CBS Evening News'' spoke with Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy in an exclusive interview Monday.
Vanessa Guillén's sisters on Fort Hood investigation
The family of murdered Army Specialist Vanessa Guillén commended the Army for punishing 14 leaders at Fort Hood, but pleaded for Congress to pass legislation that addresses how the military responds to sexual assault and harassment. The family's attorney and Guillén's sisters spoke to the media on Tuesday. Watch their remarks.
Army announces findings of Fort Hood probe
Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy announced 14 leaders are being fired or suspended as a result of the investigation into the culture at Fort Hood, following the murder of 20-year-old soldier Vanessa Guillén earlier this year. Watch his remarks at a Pentagon briefing.
Army secretary to fire or suspend large number of Fort Hood officers
Disciplinary action will be taken as a result of the roughly 140-page report, CBS News sources said.
Supreme Court to consider Trump's sweeping immunity claim in 2020 election case
The justices will convene today to consider whether the former president is entitled to broad immunity from criminal charges in the 2020 election case.
Trump trial to continue with third day of testimony by witness David Pecker
Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker is expected to continue testifying in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial, his third day on the stand.
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Pope Francis says "a negotiated peace is better than a war without end"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, Pope Francis called for "negotiated peace" in Ukraine and Gaza, noting the devastating effects war has on children.
18 indicted in alleged 2020 fake Arizona elector scheme
An Arizona grand jury indicted 18 people in connection with an alleged attempt to use alternate electors after the 2020 election.
U.S. birth rate drops to record low, ending pandemic uptick
CDC's provisional figures show a 2% decline in births from 2022 to 2023.
Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris exhibits "distressing behavior"
Two sources briefed on the situation told CBS News the agent spouted gibberish, was speaking incoherently and provoked another officer physically.
House speaker calls for Columbia president's resignation amid protests
House Speaker Mike Johnson was met with loud boos as he visited Columbia University, where he joined calls for the president's resignation amid pro-Palestinian protests.
USC closes its campus as LAPD arrests at least 93 pro-Palestinian protesters
Campus Department of Public Safety officers visited the encampment, instructed students not to hang signs, flags or other materials from trees and posts in the park, and warned them not to use megaphones.
One student dead in shooting on high school campus in Texas
Classes at James Bowie High School were canceled for Thursday.
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Supreme Court to consider Trump's sweeping immunity claim in 2020 election case
The Supreme Court will convene Thursday to consider whether former President Donald Trump is entitled to broad immunity from criminal charges in the 2020 election case.
Trump trial to continue with third day of testimony by witness David Pecker
Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker is expected to continue testifying in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial, his third day on the stand.
U.S. birth rate drops to record low, ending pandemic uptick
CDC's provisional figures show a 2% decline in births from 2022 to 2023.
18 indicted in alleged 2020 fake Arizona elector scheme
An Arizona grand jury indicted 18 people in connection with an alleged attempt to use alternate electors after the 2020 election.
Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris exhibits "distressing behavior"
Two sources briefed on the situation told CBS News the agent spouted gibberish, was speaking incoherently and provoked another officer physically.
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5 things to know about the new federal ban on noncompete agreements
Proponents say a sweeping ban on noncompete clauses should boost workers, but the new rules face serious legal challenges.
Bird flu outbreak is driving up egg prices — again
Egg prices are jumping as an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza forces producers to slaughter millions of infected birds.
What airline passengers should know about their rights to get refunds
New Transportation Department rules could save consumers $500 million annually, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.
Florida man gets 4 years in prison for laundering romance scam proceeds
Niselio Barros Garcia Jr., 50, scammed victims out of $2.3 million in funds, according to authorities.
Trump Media asks lawmakers to investigate "unlawful trading activity"
Trump Media CEO Devin Nunes is asking four House committees to investigate possible "naked" short selling in the company's shares.
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Supreme Court to consider Trump's sweeping immunity claim in 2020 election case
The Supreme Court will convene Thursday to consider whether former President Donald Trump is entitled to broad immunity from criminal charges in the 2020 election case.
Trump trial to continue with third day of testimony by witness David Pecker
Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker is expected to continue testifying in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial, his third day on the stand.
18 indicted in alleged 2020 fake Arizona elector scheme
An Arizona grand jury indicted 18 people in connection with an alleged attempt to use alternate electors after the 2020 election.
Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris exhibits "distressing behavior"
Two sources briefed on the situation told CBS News the agent spouted gibberish, was speaking incoherently and provoked another officer physically.
Biden meets 4-year-old who was held hostage by Hamas
Four-year-old Abigail Mor Edan was held by Hamas for 50 days and was the youngest American hostage released by Hamas.
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U.S. birth rate drops to record low, ending pandemic uptick
CDC's provisional figures show a 2% decline in births from 2022 to 2023.
3 times you shouldn't brush your teeth, according to dental experts
Don't brush your teeth after breakfast? Or after vomiting? Dentists say it can wear away your enamel. Here's what to do instead.
U.S. orders cow testing for bird flu after grocery milk tests positive
Federal officials say they're double checking whether pasteurization has eradicated the danger from possible bird virus particles in milk.
Doctors perform first combined heart pump and pig kidney transplant
For the first time, surgeons at NYU Langone Health performed a combined mechanical heart pump and gene-edited pig kidney transplant into a living person.
Chocolate milk can stay in school lunch program, Biden administration decides
The USDA had floated banning flavored milk options from some school lunches.
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Pope Francis says "a negotiated peace is better than a war without end"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, Pope Francis called for "negotiated peace" in Ukraine and Gaza, noting the devastating effects war has on children.
Beyoncé sends 2-year-old Philippines boy flowers after viral video
Two-year-old Tyler Fabregas asked his mother "Where's Beyoncé?" in a viral TikTok video she posted last week from Manila.
Biden meets 4-year-old who was held hostage by Hamas
Four-year-old Abigail Mor Edan was held by Hamas for 50 days and was the youngest American hostage released by Hamas.
Klimt portrait lost for nearly 100 years auctioned for $32 million
Gustav Klimt's "Portrait of Fräulein Lieser," which went missing after its owners fled Austria after 1930, was auctioned off for $32 million.
Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin
A video released by Hamas' military wing appears to show U.S.-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin delivering a message under duress.
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Beyoncé sends 2-year-old Philippines boy flowers after viral video
Two-year-old Tyler Fabregas asked his mother "Where's Beyoncé?" in a viral TikTok video she posted last week from Manila.
Blake Shelton debuts new venue in Las Vegas
Country music star Blake Shelton expands his popular bar and music venue 'Ole Red' from Nashville to Las Vegas. This opening coincides with Shelton stepping back from his prominent TV roles.
The top 5 moments from Coachella 2024
Surprise guests, a broken foot and a history-making headliner.
Eric Church transforms hardship into harmony at new Nashville hotspot
Eric Church is revered as one of country music's most respected figures, often described as Nashville's renegade. But he admits that even after his success, he sometimes still sees himself as an outsider.
Aaron Carter's previously unheard music to help kids mental health nonprofit
Angel Carter Conrad talks about her brother Aaron Carter, his death and how she hopes his legacy and previously unheard music can help others.
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Why U.S. officials want to ban TikTok
Lawmakers argue the Chinese government can use the widely popular video-sharing app as a spy tool and to covertly influence the U.S. public.
NASA's Voyager 1 fixed from billions of miles away
NASA's Voyager 1, the first spacecraft to travel beyond our solar system, has started sending information back to Earth again after scientists managed to fix the probe from 15 billion miles away.
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.
Amazon rolls out grocery delivery for Prime members, SNAP recipients
Customers who rely on government assistance programs can get same perks as Prime members, for less.
National security concerns over microchips
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo is at the center of a global competition for semiconductor dominance. It's a battle that also puts her at the center of two of the hottest global national security hotspots. Lesley Stahl of 60 Minutes spoke with Raimondo for the broadcast.
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Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
Plastic pollution treaty negotiations
Representatives from across the world are gathering in Ottawa, Canada, to negotiate a potential treaty to limit plastic pollution. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has the latest on the talks.
Cicadas are so loud that South Carolina residents are calling police
"Although to some, the noise is annoying, they pose no danger to humans or pets," the sheriff wrote. "Unfortunately, it is the sounds of nature."
Biden considers climate emergency declaration
The White House is considering declaring a national climate emergency to unlock federal powers and stifle oil development, according to a Bloomberg report. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is announcing several projects this Earth Week. Columbia University Climate School professor Dr. Melissa Lott joins with analysis.
NASA's Voyager 1 fixed from billions of miles away
NASA's Voyager 1, the first spacecraft to travel beyond our solar system, has started sending information back to Earth again after scientists managed to fix the probe from 15 billion miles away.
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Are dating apps making it easier for scams?
All this week, CBS News has been investigating online romance scams. In this final installment, Jim Axelrod looks at what law enforcement and lawmakers can do -- but also why it's important for the online dating industry to police itself.
5th person charged in killing of 2 Kansas moms, officials say
Paul Grice, 31, was arrested and charged by Oklahoma authorities with murder and kidnapping in connection to the deaths of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley.
Woman, 74, who allegedly robbed bank may have been scam victim, family says
Ann Mayers entered AurGroup Credit Union on April 19 and "demanded money while displaying a handgun," police said.
Florida man gets 4 years in prison for laundering romance scam proceeds
Niselio Barros Garcia Jr., 50, scammed victims out of $2.3 million in funds, according to authorities.
Louisiana man sentenced to prison, physical castration for raping teen
Glenn Sullivan Sr., 54, pleaded guilty to four counts of second-degree rape on April 17.
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Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
Astronaut on eclipse, private spaceflight
In two weeks, Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is scheduled to launch its first piloted test flight, bringing two veteran NASA astronauts to the International Space Station. Astronaut Matt Dominick joined CBS News from the ISS to talk about the mission and life in space.
Could some species dying on Earth be saved in outer space?
A process called cryopreservation allows cells to remain frozen but alive for hundreds of years. For some animal cells, the moon is the closest place that's cold enough.
Lyrid meteor shower to peak tonight. Here's what to know
The Lyrid meteor show is set to peak as the week begins.
When and where you can see April's Pink Moon
April's full moon, known as the Pink Moon, will reach peak illumination on Tuesday, but it will appear full from Monday morning through Thursday morning.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
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?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
Are dating apps making it easier for scams?
All this week, CBS News has been investigating online romance scams. In this final installment, Jim Axelrod looks at what law enforcement and lawmakers can do -- but also why it's important for the online dating industry to police itself.
Ex-national security adviser on Ukraine aid
When President Biden signed a foreign aid bill Wednesday that includes tens of billions of dollars in assistance to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, it was touted as money that would "strengthen our national security and send a message to the world about the power of American leadership." Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, former national security adviser, joins CBS News with analysis.
Buttigieg on new rules for airline refunds
The Transportation Department announced new rules Wednesday requiring airlines to issue automatic cash refunds for flight cancelations or delays, delayed baggage returns and services like Wi-Fi or seat selection that are paid for but not provided. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg joins CBS News to discuss the changes and how airlines are reacting.
Schools across U.S. announce teacher layoffs
American schools are facing layoffs as enrollment falls and pandemic-era aid dries up. CBS News reporter Bo Erickson has the details.