How to watch as NASA launches colorful clouds
Rocket launch will create an unusual sight in the night sky along much of the East Coast
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Source: Gunman frustrated over U.S. political direction
No indication that the shooting at a congressional baseball practice was inspired by a terrorist group or terrorist ideology
Trump addresses the nation after Alexandria shooting
"We are strongest when we are unified and work together for the common good," Trump said
Capitol Police played key role in saving people's lives, officials say
Sen. Rand Paul said that if it weren't for Capitol Police's presence at their baseball practice Wednesday, "it would have been a massacre"
Trump had unexpected outsized effect on Virginia primaries
Democratic voters turned out in higher-than-expected numbers in Virginia on Tuesday
Northam, Gillespie to face off in VA gov.'s race
Ralph Northam, Virginia's current lieutenant governor, beat former Rep. Tom Perriello, while Republican Ed Gillespie narrowly edged out Corey Stewart
Lawsuit: Attack on teen part of effort to run interracial family out of neighborhood
Mister Frazier, 18, was assaulted by two white men in 2015
Was a Virginia teen lured to her death through a smartphone app?
"48 Hours" investigates the murder of Nicole Lovell,13, and the hidden dangers of connecting online with strangers
Cops: Man, 80, shoots neighbor dead over property feud
The victim reportedly had a landscaping crew doing lawn maintenance at his Virginia home during the fatal encounter
Va. mayor takes on Twitter trolls after Confederate monument protest
Charlottesville Mayor Mike Signer says neither he nor his community will be silenced
Someone is randomly shaving strangers' cats in Virginia
Police Capt. Kelly Walker said they aren't sure what crime has been committed, but the owners "would just like it to stop"
Cheetah babies race against extinction at Smithsonian
The Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute in Virginia had a baby cheetah boom at the end of March -- two litters in a week
Rebuilding America: The toll of public-private partnerships
The partnerships are widely expected to play a major role in President Trump's promise to overhaul America’s infrastructure
Virginia Tech marks decade since gruesome massacre
Survivors and families of the slain returned to campus to honor victims
The elections to watch in 2017
2017 may not be an "election year," per se, but there are still contests worth watching around the country this year
Target store workers save couple from $4,000 scam
Quick-thinking young employees prevent couple from falling victim to scary "grandparents scam"
Va. woman showing friend how to play lotto game wins $1M
Pair of friends used a self-service lottery machine -- and one went home a winner with a lump sum totaling $630,915 before taxes
Man arrested at WH security checkpoint claims telepathic contact with president
Sean Patrick Keoughan, 29, was arrested at a security checkpoint after saying there was a bomb in the car trunk
Ex-mayor admits distributing meth after drugs-for-sex sting
Police in Virginia say they set up the sting after receiving a tip that R. Scott Silverthorne was using a dating website to set up sexual encounters with men in exchange for drugs
"Corrective measures" taken after Trump flag display, Navy says
The Navy found that members of a special warfare unit violated regulations when their vehicle displayed a Trump campaign flag
Donald Trump touts U.S. military might
At ceremony for a new class of supercarrier, president said such ships will “project American power in distant lands”
Posters spark sexism complaints at military base in Virginia
National Organization for Women, Military Religious Freedom Foundation complain about posters at military base
Focus group discusses Americans' views on Trump
A group of voters in Richmond, Va., talked to "Face the Nation" about their views on the president's first month and where the country is headed
Gamer dies while attempting 24-hour stream for charity
Brian Vigneault died during home stretch of 24-hour marathon "World of Tanks" session in Virginia
New allegations against suspect in 1975 abduction case
Women come forward to say say Lloyd Welch Jr. – accused in the Lyon sisters cold case – tried to abduct them around the same time
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Iran war keeps Strait of Hormuz paralyzed and oil prices over $100
Iran war could escalate further as Trump threatens to hit key oil infrastructure if Tehran doesn't drop its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
Who won Oscars for 2026? See the full winners list here
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
U.S. searches for answers to Iran's arsenal of cheap drones
The Iran war is testing the U.S. military's ability to combat Iran's drones in a cost-effective way. Emerging laser tech, designed to zap drones out of the sky, may help.
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U.S. intel shows Iran's late leader was wary of son in power, sources say
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
The Iran war is making it harder for Fed officials to cut interest rates
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
Suspect who played key role in "El Mencho" raid is arrested
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said .
Weather threats bring blizzard conditions, early heat wave to parts of U.S.
More than 11.5 million people are under blizzard warnings, another 4.3 million are under winter storm warnings, and about 20.6 million are under an extreme heat watch, according to forecasters.
5th member of Iran women's soccer team changes mind on asylum in Australia
A fifth of seven members of the Iran women's soccer team who accepted refugee visas to stay in Australia has changed her mind, a sport official says.
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FCC Chair Brendan Carr says broadcast licenses are not a "property right"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News Saturday, Federal Communications Chair Brendan Carr doubled down on his warning that broadcast licenses could be revoked amid President Trump's criticisms of media coverage of the war in Iran.
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The Iran war is making it harder for Fed officials to cut interest rates
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
U.S. beats Dominican Republic 2-1 to advance to WBC final
The United States will face the winner of Monday's semifinal between Italy and Venezuela in Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game.
"All the Empty Rooms" wins Oscar for memorializing kids killed in school shootings
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
Tie at 2026 Oscars for Best Live-Action Short marks 7th such rare award moment
As Kumail Nanjiani took the stage to announce the winner for Best Live-Action Short at the 98th annual Academy Awards, the actor exclaimed: "And the Oscar goes to ... it's a tie."
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The Iran war is making it harder for Fed officials to cut interest rates
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
How would escorting oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz work?
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Chart shows what you're paying for when you buy a gallon of gas
U.S. gas prices are surging as the Iran war drives up the global cost of oil. But what exactly accounts for what you pay at the pump?
High oil prices are boosting airfares. These tips could save you money.
Planning a trip? Travel experts recommend booking your flight soon as the Iran war drives up airline and ticket costs.
These 2 bills would erase income taxes for millions of Americans
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
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Crenshaw on primary loss: "Are you going to believe everything you read online?"
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, whose term as representative of Texas' 2nd congressional district is set to end following his loss in the Republican primary earlier this month, appeared on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sunday.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and Rep. Dan Crenshaw join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Dan Crenshaw on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Dan Crenshaw, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
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Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Disease once linked to mining hits workers in countertops industry
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
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Suspect who played key role in "El Mencho" raid is arrested
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said .
Ecuador launches U.S.-backed anti-drug operations: "We're at war"
The operation marks the latest joint show of force against drug cartels in the South American country.
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Iran war keeps Strait of Hormuz paralyzed and oil prices over $100
Iran war could escalate further as Trump threatens to hit key oil infrastructure if Tehran doesn't drop its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
5th member of Iran women's soccer team changes mind on asylum in Australia
A fifth of seven members of the Iran women's soccer team who accepted refugee visas to stay in Australia has changed her mind, a sport official says.
U.S. beats Dominican Republic 2-1 to advance to WBC final
The United States will face the winner of Monday's semifinal between Italy and Venezuela in Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game.
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"All the Empty Rooms" wins Oscar for memorializing kids killed in school shootings
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
Movie theaters still struggling with attendance
The North American box office grossed $9 billion last year, far below pre-pandemic numbers. One survey found only half of Americans said they saw a movie in theaters last year. Gwen Baumgardner reports.
Tie at 2026 Oscars for Best Live-Action Short marks 7th such rare award moment
As Kumail Nanjiani took the stage to announce the winner for Best Live-Action Short at the 98th annual Academy Awards, the actor exclaimed: "And the Oscar goes to ... it's a tie."
Who won Oscars for 2026? See the full winners list here
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
3/15: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Mo Rocca. Featured: Hollywood, the Dream Factory; "Peaky Blinders" actor Cillian Murphy; Marc Jacobs and Sofia Coppola; John Mayer and McG preserve a Hollywood landmark; a Russian schoolteacher's resistance documented in "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"; and a tribute to documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman.
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Solar farm development faces pushback
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Jury deliberates in social media trial
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
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.
3 teens took part in a weeklong experiment to curb screen time. It worked.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
How Pentagon-Anthropic AI dispute escalated
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
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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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Suspect who played key role in "El Mencho" raid is arrested
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said .
Ecuador launches U.S.-backed anti-drug operations: "We're at war"
The operation marks the latest joint show of force against drug cartels in the South American country.
Murder-for-hire scheme uncovered in investigation of slain teacher
Jocelyn Peters, a beloved third grade teacher in St. Louis, Missouri, was shot to death in her sleep. The crime scene held an unusual clue – something one detective says he had never seen before.
Players Championship start delayed amid manhunt for murder suspect
Suspect Christian Barrios, 32, shot two people multiple times Friday night, St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick said.
Judge in Charlie Kirk murder case makes ruling on media access
Prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty for Tyler Robinson, 22, who is charged with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of Charlie Kirk.
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Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite re-enters Earth's atmosphere after 14 years in space
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
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.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Nearly $1 million raised for DoorDash driver
Richard Pulley, 78, says he was forced out of retirement and had to pick up a DoorDash gig after his wife unexpectedly lost her job. Jericka Duncan reports on what happened when one person saw him dropping off her delivery.
U.S. tourism pain from lack of Canadian visitors
Resorts nationwide are dealing with a big drop in international visitors. That's being felt especially hard in Whitefish, Montana, about 60 miles south of the U.S.-Canada border. Andres Gutierrez reports.
Movie theaters still struggling with attendance
The North American box office grossed $9 billion last year, far below pre-pandemic numbers. One survey found only half of Americans said they saw a movie in theaters last year. Gwen Baumgardner reports.
Airline CEOs tell Congress to fund DHS
The CEOs of ten major U.S. airlines are demanding Congress end a funding standoff and pay TSA workers. In a letter, they claim 93% of Americans support paying aviation workers during government shutdowns. Tim McNicholas has more.
Massive snowstorm hits Midwest, Great Lakes
A major snowstorm is blasting the Midwest and Great Lakes with blizzard conditions and what could be record snow. Ian Lee has a report on the conditions and Andrew Kozak has a look at the forecast.