DHS issues hacking alert for small planes
The Department of Homeland Security issued a rare alert for small planes. It warns modern flight systems are vulnerable to hacking if someone can get inside the aircraft. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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U.S. officials work to protect voter data
A division of the Department of Homeland Security is reportedly designing a program aimed at preventing ransomware attacks ahead of the 2020 presidential election. The program will focus on protecting voter registration databases and systems. Reuters cybersecurity reporter Christopher Bing joins CBSN to discuss.
FEMA: "We have plenty of funds"
Hurricane Dorian is barreling towards the U.S. and expected to hit Florida Sunday or Monday. FEMA's Acting Administrator Peter Gaynor joins CBSN AM to discuss emergency preparedness and whether the Trump administration diverting funding for border spending could impact hurricane recovery.
Ex-DHS chiefs on security threats
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell, three former heads of Homeland Security addressed the biggest security threats to the U.S. They met at the 9/11 Memorial ahead of the anniversary of the terror attacks.
U.S. signs asylum deal with El Salvador
The Trump administration has signed an immigration accord with El Salvador designed to ensure the government of this small Central American country - one the most dangerous nations in the Western Hemisphere - offers refuge to migrants from other countries journeying to the U.S. CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined CBSN to discuss.
Government expands "Remain in Mexico" policy
The Trump administration is expanding its "Remain in Mexico" policy by allowing authorities to send most asylum-seekers to Mexico regardless of where they crossed the border. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports it is the latest attempt to end a system President Trump and others have criticized as "catch and release."
Feds plan to collect DNA samples from migrants
The Trump administration is planning to expand the collection of DNA samples from detained migrants. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN to explain the policy and why critics say the government is breaching civil liberties.
Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan resigns
Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan left his post Friday after just six months on the job. In a tweet, Donald Trump said McAleenan wanted to "spend more time with his family and go to the private sector." CBS News correspondent Jeff Pegeus and CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with CBSN about the circumstances surrounding his departure.
U.S. will not implement "public charge" rule
The State Department will not be implementing the so-called public charge rule as planned today, after five federal judges blocked the regulation on low-income immigrants from taking effect. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined CBSN to explain the latest developments.
Trump taps Chad Wolf for Homeland Security
President Trump has selected Chad Wolf as the next acting head of the Department of Homeland Security, replacing Kevin McAleenan who announced his resignation last month. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN to explain what this means for the administration's hard-line policies.
Cuomo and Trump discuss travel program
The Department of Homeland Security recently announced it would ban New Yorkers from applying for "Trusted Traveler" programs like Global Entry. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo met with President Trump to discuss the ban today. New York Times metro reporter Azi Paybarah joined CBSN's "Red and Blue" to explain why the administration is targeting New York residents with the ban.
Real ID deadline worries airports, lawmakers
Only about 27% of people have a Real ID. The October 1 national deadline is worrying airports and lawmakers. Republicans and Democrats in Congress have sent a letter to the DHS asking for contingency plans so people don't show up to the airport and get turned away. Kris Van Cleave reports on what people need to do to get the new ID card.
20,000 migrants have been expelled along border under coronavirus order
More than 90% of the families, children and single adults that Border Patrol encountered in April were expelled under a public health order.
Trump limits immigrant visas in new coronavirus proclamation
Some 52,000 would-be immigrants could lose the opportunity to move to the U.S. over the next two months under the order, according to one estimate.
Trump to pause immigrant visas for 60 days over coronavirus
The president said the move is necessary to protect American workers reeling from an economy battered by the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump says he'll block asylum-seekers at Mexico border over coronavirus
The president said he would invoke a law that allows officials to turn away migrants.
Guatemala suspends U.S. deportation flights over coronavirus
Under the deal, the Trump administration has deported more than 930 Honduran and Salvadoran asylum-seekers to Guatemala.
ICE suspends family visits amid coronavirus concerns
The move comes as the agency faces growing calls to release asylum-seekers in its custody who do not pose a threat to public safety.
22-year-old Guatemalan asylum-seeker dies in ICE custody
Maria Celéste Ochoa Yoc de Ramírez died after six months in ICE custody.
Judge rules Cuccinelli's appointment unlawful, voiding some orders
It's unclear how the order will affect Ken Cuccinelli's current role at the Department of Homeland Security.
Court pauses own order that blocked "Remain in Mexico" policy
An appeals court initially blocked the controversial border policy on Friday. But Trump administration lawyers rushed to fight the order and convinced the court later in the day to temporarily pause it.
Trump rule restricting immigration based on wealth takes effect
The stringent requirement in the regulation are expected to dramatically limit immigration from Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Trump to send border agents to "sanctuary" cities to help ICE
The move marks yet another escalation in the Trump administration's feud with cities that limit their cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
DHS suspending New Yorkers' Global Entry access
The Department of Homeland Security cited national security as the reason for the suspension, but Governor Andrew Cuomo's office called it "political retaliation."
Trump expands travel ban to include Nigeria and 5 other countries
The expansion will ban most immigration from Myanmar, Kyrgyzstan, Eritrea and Nigeria, Africa's most populous country.
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Trump says there will be no deal with Iran "except UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER"
With the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran in its seventh day, President Trump says the aim is to bring Iran back from the brink of destruction and "Make Iran Great Again."
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Mom whose son was killed by ICE doesn't blame Trump, but calls for change
"I just want to know what happened," Rachel Reyes told CBS News during her first TV interview since the death of her son, Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen shot and killed by an ICE agent in Texas last year.
U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, defying forecasts for job growth
Economists had forecast a gain of 60,000 jobs last month. The unexpected drop was due to job losses in health care and the federal government.
Inside the decision to remove Kristi Noem as DHS secretary
The timing of President Trump's Truth Social post announcing Kristi Noem's removal as DHS secretary took DHS officials and the secretary herself by surprise.
Rep. Tony Gonzales drops out of House runoff race after admitting affair with aide
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales had been in a runoff with Brandon Herrera after Tuesday's primary in Texas.
Trump encourages Iranian Kurds to attack Iran, but will he help them?
Iran's Kurdish minority has long pushed for the downfall of the Islamic Republic, but to make a move now, it will need help.
Epstein files on woman's unproven claims about Trump released by DOJ
The Justice Dept. has released Jeffrey Epstein files involving uncorroborated accusations by a woman against President Trump that the department said had been mistakenly withheld.
Oil prices continue to climb, hitting highest level in nearly 2 years
Surging global oil prices due to the Iran war are leading to a spike in gasoline costs for U.S. motorists.
Pentagon formally designates Anthropic a supply chain risk amid feud over AI guardrails
The U.S. military has formally designated artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk, sources told CBS News, a sweeping move that could cut it off from military contracts.
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Stocks resume slide, as Dow drops nearly 700 points in early trading
Stocks dropped after new government data showed U.S. employers shed 92,000 jobs in February and as investors fret over oil prices.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (March 8)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Mother and daughter killed in storm as tornado, hail hit Oklahoma
The pair, 47 and 13, were found in a vehicle on Highway 60, Oklahoma officials said.
Oil prices continue to climb, hitting highest level in nearly 2 years
Surging global oil prices due to the Iran war are leading to a spike in gasoline costs for U.S. motorists.
U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, an unexpected setback
Economists had forecast a gain of 60,000 jobs last month. The unexpected drop was due to job losses in health care and the federal government.
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Stocks resume slide, as Dow drops nearly 700 points in early trading
Stocks dropped after new government data showed U.S. employers shed 92,000 jobs in February and as investors fret over oil prices.
Oil prices continue to climb, hitting highest level in nearly 2 years
Surging global oil prices due to the Iran war are leading to a spike in gasoline costs for U.S. motorists.
U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, an unexpected setback
Economists had forecast a gain of 60,000 jobs last month. The unexpected drop was due to job losses in health care and the federal government.
Iran war hits housing market as mortgage rates rise to 6%
Mortgage rates are rising as bond investors fret that rising oil prices could boost inflation.
Record share of Americans are tapping 401(k)s for hardship withdrawals
More Americans are digging into their retirement savings for emergency expenses, research from Vanguard shows.
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Epstein files on woman's unproven claims about Trump released by DOJ
The Justice Dept. has released Jeffrey Epstein files involving uncorroborated accusations by a woman against President Trump that the department said had been mistakenly withheld.
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Mom whose son was killed by ICE doesn't blame Trump, but calls for change
"I just want to know what happened," Rachel Reyes told CBS News during her first TV interview since the death of her son, Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen shot and killed by an ICE agent in Texas last year.
Rep. Tony Gonzales drops out of House runoff race after admitting affair with aide
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales had been in a runoff with Brandon Herrera after Tuesday's primary in Texas.
U.S., Venezuela to establish diplomatic relations for first time since 2019
Relations between the two countries were cut off in 2019, during the first Trump administration.
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Iran appeared to surveil center where U.S. forces were killed, Army memo says
In the week before an Iranian retaliatory strike that killed six U.S. service members, Iranian intelligence was likely able to identify and track American forces, according to a memo reviewed by CBS News.
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RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
States face pushback on their rural health transformation plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
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Trump encourages Iranian Kurds to attack Iran, but will he help them?
Iran's Kurdish minority has long pushed for the downfall of the Islamic Republic, but to make a move now, it will need help.
4 men suspected of spying for Iran arrested in London
Four men suspected of spying for Iran on "locations and individuals linked to the Jewish community" were arrested in London, the Metropolitan Police say.
Cuba reports 5th death from U.S.-flagged speedboat shootout
Prosecutors have filed terrorism charges against the surviving crew members. At least two of those aboard the boat were U.S. citizens, one of whom was killed.
Body parts of kidnapped tourist found on Bali beach, police say
Ihor Komarov, 28, was identified from DNA samples taken from the dismembered body and compared to those of his mother, police said.
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Trump says there will be no deal with Iran "except UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER"
With the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran in its seventh day, President Trump says the aim is to bring Iran back from the brink of destruction and "Make Iran Great Again."
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Book excerpt: "Judge Stone" by Viola Davis & James Patterson
The Academy Award-winning actress and the bestselling writer team up for a courtroom thriller that touches on the lightning-rod issue of abortion.
Maggie Gyllenhaal talks thriller "The Bride!"
Oscar nominee Maggie Gyllenhaal speaks about reimagining "Bride of Frankenstein" to create her new gothic thriller "The Bride!" which she wrote, produced and directed. The star-studded cast includes Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale and her brother, Jake Gyllenhaal.
Extended interview: Maggie Gyllenhaal
Maggie Gyllenhaal tells "CBS Mornings" featured host Vladimir Duthiers about the inspiration behind her new film "The Bride!," a reimagining of the 1935 classic "The Bride of Frankenstein," collaborating with its stars and more.
Britney Spears arrested on suspected DUI
Britney Spears is out of police custody after she was arrested Wednesday in California on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. A representative for Spears said this "was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable," adding, "Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law."
Savannah Guthrie visits "Today" studio, says she intends to return to show
Savannah Guthrie thanked her colleagues for "caring about my mom as much as I do" in her visit to the studio since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
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Affordable ways to protect your aging parents
The most recent government data shows nearly 28% of Americans live alone. The number has risen for decades, especially for older generations. Ash-har Quraishi shows simple tools that can provide extra security and protection for your aging loved ones.
Anthropic CEO apologizes for leaked memo
The CEO of Anthropic is apologizing for a leaked internal memo amid a feud with the Pentagon over its AI model. The memo criticized the Trump administration and OpenAI. It comes after the Defense Department declared Anthropic a supply chain risk or a possible security risk.
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.
Pentagon designates Anthropic a supply chain risk
The Pentagon formally designated artificial intelligence firm Anthropic as a supply chain risk on Thursday amid their feud over AI guardrails. Yahoo Finance senior reporter Brooke DiPalma joins CBS News with more.
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Anthropic CEO: We're trying to "deescalate" Pentagon AI standoff to reach agreement
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said his company and the Department of Defense "have much more in common than we have differences."
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Kouri Richins' friends take stand at trial
Becky Lloyd, a neighbor and friend of Kouri Richins, who is accused of fatally poisoning her husband in 2022, testified at her trial on Thursday about conversations they had about Richins' marriage. Lloyd said Richins' told her, "In many ways it would be better if he [Richins' husband], if he were dead" in a serious tone. Richins denies killing her husband and has pleaded not guilty to charges.
What we know about Britney Spears' DUI arrest
Britney Spears was arrested for driving under the influence in Ventura County, California, records show. CBS News' Joy Benedict reports.
Body parts of kidnapped tourist found on Bali beach, police say
Ihor Komarov, 28, was identified from DNA samples taken from the dismembered body and compared to those of his mother, police said.
Suspect arrested in Utah triple homicide
Authorities have arrested a suspect in the killing of three women in Utah, identifying him as Ivan Miller. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
U.S. contractor who allegedly stole $46 million of crypto arrested, FBI says
John Daghita was arrested on the island of Saint Martin, FBI Director Kash Patel said.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Maggie Gyllenhaal talks thriller "The Bride!"
Oscar nominee Maggie Gyllenhaal speaks about reimagining "Bride of Frankenstein" to create her new gothic thriller "The Bride!" which she wrote, produced and directed. The star-studded cast includes Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale and her brother, Jake Gyllenhaal.
Global impact of the Iran war
As the U.S. and Israel continue to strike new targets throughout Iran, China, an ally of Iran, is calling for peace talks. China is the largest importer of energy in the world and buys nearly all of Iran's sanctioned oil. Anna Coren reports on the global impacts of the war.
Affordable ways to protect your aging parents
The most recent government data shows nearly 28% of Americans live alone. The number has risen for decades, especially for older generations. Ash-har Quraishi shows simple tools that can provide extra security and protection for your aging loved ones.
Expert says Iran's regime could survive conflict
Questions about Iran's future leadership continue to linger on Day 7 of the war waged by Israel and the U.S. This comes as European allies appear reluctant about aiding efforts against Iran in the Middle East. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports, and POLITICO's Tim Ross joins with more insight.
Iranian opposition group on war, regime
An armed Iranian opposition group in northern Iraq speaks about the ongoing war in Iran as it enters a seventh day and what it could mean for the country's regime. Holly Williams reports.