Feds opened civil inquiry into Andrew Cuomo sexual harassment claims
Department of Justice's "ongoing investigation" into claims against the former New York governor is revealed in a contract between the current governor's office and a law firm.
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Jan. 6 panel recommends contempt for Jeffrey Clark
The House committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol advanced a measure to hold Jeffrey Clark in criminal contempt for failing to comply with a subpoena. However, the former Justice Department official may have one last chance to avoid potential prosecution. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the details of the vote.
DOJ releases new January 6 insurrection videos
The Justice Department is releasing new videos related to the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Meanwhile, the House panel investigating the insurrection plans to vote on holding another former Justice Department official in contempt of Congress. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more.
Jeffrey Clark could face contempt charges
The House committee investigating the January 6 Capitol riot will vote whether to hold former Justice Department official Jeffrey Clark in contempt of Congress after Clark failed to cooperate with the panel's investigation. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN with more.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the August 18, 2014 edition
Following yet another night of violence in which three people were shot, the governor of Missouri deployed the state's National Guard to Ferguson.; and, Jeff Glor tells us about a battle to save the world's coral reefs, waged by scientists and explorers armed with some very special cameras.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the August 19, 2014 edition
The city of Ferguson is pleading with residents to stay home or avoid the four-block area that has been the center of unrest since the shooting death of unarmed black teenager Michael Brown; and, Seeds of Peace, a special summer camp in Maine, brings children together from war-torn areas, in the hope that they'll see things from a different point-of-view
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White House reveals framework of immigration proposal; Vets use natural remedies to treat animals caught in California wildfire.
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Trump dismisses NYT report on Mueller firing; A public school music teacher wins a Grammy award.
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Justice Department accusing California for interfering with immigration crackdown in lawsuit; How President Tyler, born in 1790, still has two living grandsons
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Backpage.com seized by feds over sex trafficking ads; How a search for a missing wallet ended up changing lives.
3/26: CBS Evening News
Prosecutors drop criminal case against Jussie Smollett; How a laundry room revolutionized a New Jersey high school.
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New Zealand volcano eruption leaves several dead; Photo trend has parents hoping their kids will cry with Santa.
Notorious bank robber identified after 52 years
The heist is considered one of the biggest bank robberies in Cleveland, Ohio, history.
Steve Bannon charged with contempt of Congress
Former Trump White House strategist Steve Bannon is facing two criminal charges after defying subpoenas from the House select committee investigating the January 6 assault on the Capitol. Another Trump administration official could also soon be held in contempt of Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports, and CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins CBSN to discuss what this means for the rest of the investigation.
Court blocks release of Trump documents
A federal appeals court is blocking a request for Trump White House documents from the House committee investigating the Capitol riot. The move allows former President Donald Trump's team to prepare an appeal. CBS News legal contributor Keir Dougall joins CBSN to discuss.
Steve Bannon indicted for contempt of Congress
Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon has been indicted on two charges for refusing to cooperate with the House committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Legal contributor and Loyola Law School professor Jessica Levinson joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more on this breaking news.
DOJ investigates wastewater in Alabama county
People living in Lowndes County, Alabama, have gotten sick with hookworm and other illnesses because of poor wastewater treatment systems. Now, the Department of Justice is investigating the county and the state to find out whether health departments have discriminated against Black residents. Kim Chandler, a reporter with The Associated Press, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more.
Justice Department sues Uber for overcharging disabled people
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Uber for allegedly discriminating against disabled passengers by charging an extra fee if they take additional time to board vehicles. Uber says it has changed the policy but vowed to fight the suit. CBSN's Vlad Duthiers has more.
DOJ sues Uber for overcharging disabled people
The lawsuit accuses Uber of charging disabled passengers with a fee should they need additional time to board vehicles.
Trump aides subpoenaed in Capitol riot probe
The House committee investigating the January 6 Capitol riot has issued a batch of subpoenas for former Trump advisers, including former White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany and senior adviser Stephen Miller. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBSN with more from Capitol Hill.
Chinese spy convicted in aviation espionage case
Yanjun Xu is the first Chinese intelligence officer ever to be extradited to the U.S.
GOP senators accuse military of "woke" agenda
Senate Republicans are questioning the United States' top military official over what they claim is a "woke" military agenda. Twelve Republicans on the Senate Armed Services Committee sent a letter to Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman General Mark Milley, arguing that the military is prioritizing adapting to climate change and fighting domestic extremism instead of maintaining a prepared force. CBS News senior national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN with more.
Justice Department to probe "digital redlining" in lending
Federal prosecutors will examine whether the algorithms banks use to approve a loan are discriminatory.
Montana man faces $9.9 million in fines for racist robocalls
The man made racist and harassing calls to people people about the murders of Mollie Tibbetts and Heather Heyer, as well as about various political campaigns.
ISIS accused of selling fake PPE online
Federal prosecutors say terror groups based in the Middle East are targeting American first responders in an online scam, according to a senior Department of Justice official. Catherine Herridge reports.
King Charles toasts U.S.-U.K. alliance in state dinner, after rare address to Congress
King Charles is at the White House for a state dinner, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Gunshot at dinner may have struck officer's phone in pocket of bulletproof vest
Officials investigating the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner said they estimated the suspect was running at about 9 miles per hour when he sprinted through a checkpoint and discharged his shotgun.
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Strait of Hormuz stuck in limbo as Trump mulls Iran's latest offer
Oil prices continue rising as the Trump administration unenthusiastically mulls an Iranian offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but delay nuclear talks.
Comey indicted again on charges stemming from Instagram post
Former FBI Director James Comey is again facing federal charges after the government's previous case against him was dismissed.
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Trump administration mandates enhanced security checks for immigration applicants
The Trump administration is subjecting broad categories of immigrants applying for green cards and citizenship to enhanced FBI checks, and is pausing some cases while those changes are implemented, according to documents obtained by CBS News.
FCC orders Disney to file for early license renewal after Kimmel clash
The regulatory agency issued the order after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump urged ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
Only "special relationship" U.S. has is "probably Israel," U.K. ambassador said
Britain's ambassador, in February remarks reported by the Financial Times, also called the lack of fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal in the U.S. "extraordinary."
Maker of OxyContin set to dissolve after judge approves criminal sentence
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, is set to be dissolved as a massive legal settlement resolving thousands of lawsuits takes effect.
Judge tosses Trump admin. lawsuit seeking access to Arizona voter data
A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from the Justice Department seeking information on Arizona voters, another defeat in the Trump administration's nationwide push for voter data.
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Judge tosses Trump admin. lawsuit seeking access to Arizona voter data
A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from the Justice Department seeking information on Arizona voters, another defeat in the Trump administration's nationwide push for voter data.
NCAA March Madness tournaments could expand to 76 teams in 2027
The new format would add eight more at-large teams, and take eight more teams out of the main bracket for play-in games.
Gunshot at dinner may have struck officer's phone in pocket of bulletproof vest
Officials investigating the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner said they estimated the suspect was running at about 9 miles per hour when he sprinted through a checkpoint and discharged his shotgun.
Analysis: Dinner shooting brings reminders of past era of political violence
For historians, the 1960s and 1970s provide particularly eerie parallels to the present. Both eras were marked by bitter political divides and the unsettling feeling that America's social fabric was being ripped apart.
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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But after some early hiccups, the U.S. government's hub for businesses seeking tariff refunds is running smoothly, an expert says.
FCC orders Disney to file for early license renewal after Kimmel clash
The regulatory agency issued the order after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump urged ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
American Airlines tightens rules for portable chargers amid fire concerns
American Airlines is imposing new rules on portable chargers that passengers can bring on flights. Here's what to know.
Over half of Americans say their finances are worsening, Gallup finds
The impact of higher energy prices and fears about covering monthly bill is taking a toll on public sentiment, a new Gallup poll finds.
Gas prices jump to their highest level since start of Iran war
The average cost of a gallon of gasoline hit $4.18 on Tuesday, up $1.20 since the conflict in the Middle East started on Feb. 28.
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Judge tosses Trump admin. lawsuit seeking access to Arizona voter data
A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from the Justice Department seeking information on Arizona voters, another defeat in the Trump administration's nationwide push for voter data.
Highlights from the CBS California Governor's Debate
Top gubernatorial candidates met onstage at the CBS California Governor's Debate on April 28. Here are the highlights.
Gunshot at dinner may have struck officer's phone in pocket of bulletproof vest
Officials investigating the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner said they estimated the suspect was running at about 9 miles per hour when he sprinted through a checkpoint and discharged his shotgun.
Analysis: Dinner shooting brings reminders of past era of political violence
For historians, the 1960s and 1970s provide particularly eerie parallels to the present. Both eras were marked by bitter political divides and the unsettling feeling that America's social fabric was being ripped apart.
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Trump administration mandates enhanced security checks for immigration applicants
The Trump administration is subjecting broad categories of immigrants applying for green cards and citizenship to enhanced FBI checks, and is pausing some cases while those changes are implemented, according to documents obtained by CBS News.
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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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Senate Republicans block Democrats' attempt to force Cuba war powers vote
President Trump has warned that Cuba is "next" after he's launched military operations against Venezuela and Iran.
King Charles tells Congress that alliance is "more important today" than ever
Saying he felt the "weight of history" on his shoulders, King Charles became the first British monarch in 35 years to address Congress on Tuesday.
Only "special relationship" U.S. has is "probably Israel," U.K. ambassador said
Britain's ambassador, in February remarks reported by the Financial Times, also called the lack of fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal in the U.S. "extraordinary."
16th century shipwreck found by naval vessel off coast of Sweden
The unidentified ship is believed to have been built in the late 1500s, which would make it older than Sweden's iconic 17th century warship "Vasa."
Tycoon's son offers home for "cocaine hippos" slated to be killed
Anant Ambani, the son of tycoon Mukesh Ambani, said he formally requested the Colombian government to stay a decision to kill the animals.
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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.
Justin Hartley gives "Tracker" preview
"Tracker" star Justin Hartley reveals how he feels about the upcoming finale of the third season of the show. He also discusses his wife making appearances in the series and the best advice he's received in the industry.
Trumps call for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump are demanding that late-night host Jimmy Kimmel be fired over remarks he made before the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump calls for Kimmel to be fired over jokes made before correspondents' dinner
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
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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.
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.
How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
How data centers are impacting Americans
This week, Maine's governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first to ban the construction of new data centers. Shanelle Kaul reports.
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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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Correspondents' dinner suspect's devices probed
The man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner over the weekend is set to be back in court on Thursday. Nicole Sganga reports.
Forensic reviews underway in dinner shooting
The FBI is conducting forensic reviews of evidence recovered from the Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C., following the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
U.S. soldier pleads not guilty to charges of gambling on Maduro raid
A U.S. soldier pleaded not guilty to charges that he used classified information about the mission to capture former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro to win more than $400,000.
Details on FBI raid of Minnesota daycares
Federal agents exercised search warrants at about 20 daycare centers for suspected fraud Tuesday morning, multiple officials confirmed to CBS News.
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones first to plead guilty in pair of gambling cases
Federal prosecutors charged 34 defendants across two indictments, alleging sports betting and mafia-linked rigged poker games.
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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.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Gen Z teens learning how to use ham radio
Kids today have countless ways to connect, but at one school in New York, they're going old school. Michael George introduces us to a group of teens learning about ham radio.
Charles gives Trump bell from the HMS Trump
King Charles on Tuesday night presented President Trump with what he said was the original bell from the HMS Trump before giving cheers to the ongoing relationship between the U.S. and England.
4/28: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Former FBI Director James Comey says he's innocent after second indictment; King Charles visits the White House and addresses Congress.
Woman dies on Carnival cruise ship
Federal officials are investigating the death of a woman who fell from the balcony of her state room on a Carnival Cruise Line ship. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Camp Mystic director tells parents he failed
In front of a state committee investigating last year's deadly Texas flash floods, Camp Mystic director Edward Eastland on Tuesday told parents of the victims he had failed them. Jason Allen reports.