Fireworks show concludes Army parade
U.S. Army 250th anniversary parade concluded with a fireworks show above Washington, D.C.
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Horses' role in D.C. military parade
While the U.S. military's sleek hardware will be rolling through Washington, D.C., Saturday evening for the parade marking the Army's 250th anniversary, there will also be a sight out of the Army's proud past. Horses from the 1st Cavalry Division will be adding a touch of elegance to the celebration. David Martin has more.
U.S. Army 250th anniversary parade begins
Saturday is the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary festival and parade in Washington, D.C. Army officials say the event includes about 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles and, weather permitting, over 150 aircrafts. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Dozens demonstrating against military parade arrested outside U.S. Capitol
All those arrested outside the U.S. Capitol will be charged with unlawful demonstration and crossing a police line, authorities said.
Cost of Army parade in D.C.
A parade to commemorate the Army's 250th anniversary is occurring in Washington, D.C., on Flag Day and President Trump's 79th birthday. Officials say it could cost up to $45 million. CBS News' Ellee Watson reports.
What to know about Army anniversary parade
The 250th Army anniversary parade and festival, which coincides with President Trump's 79th birthday, is set to take place in Washington, D.C., on Saturday. On the same day, several cities across the U.S. are planning to hold "No Kings" protests. Naftali Bendavid, a senior political correspondent at The Washington Post, joins with more details.
"CBS Evening News" moves to D.C.
"CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell" will be the only network evening news broadcast based from the nation's capital. Watch Monday, December 2.
Practice for the congressional baseball game
Republicans and Democrats geared up on Wednesday for the annual congressional baseball game. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett caught up with some of the players during practice.
Military restores names of 7 bases
President Trump announced on Tuesday that he's restoring the original Confederate names of seven Army bases -- but with new namesakes. CBS News' Jim Axelrod shows how that policy played out earlier this year at two military installations. Then, Kori Schake, who was on the Biden-era commission that recommended the military pivot from names linked to the Confederacy, joins with her reaction.
Secret Service prepares for military parade
Preparations are underway in Washington, D.C., for Saturday's military parade celebrating the Army's 250th birthday, which coincides with President Trump's birthday. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has more.
From 2000: Mementos at the Wall
It is among America's most visited and most poignant sites: The Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. From the day it was dedicated in 1982, "The Wall" has touched people so profoundly that a remarkable tradition began: Visitors would leave behind intensely personal messages and mementos, which are carefully collected each day by a National Park Service ranger. Correspondent Sharyl Attkisson reports a story originally broadcast by "Sunday Morning" on May 28, 2000.
Georg Baselitz: Turning the art world upside-down
Inverted paintings are the long-time trademark of German-born artist Georg Baselitz, who at 80 is the subject of a retrospective at the Hirshhorn Museum in Washington, D.C. Serena Altschul reports.
WorldPride is in D.C. this year, prompting fears for some LGBTQ people
WorldPride is in D.C. this year, leaving the LGBTQ community conflicted about showing up to the nation's capital amid an administration that has targeted them.
2025 Pride celebrations go ahead despite corporate exodus
The organizers of prominent Pride celebrations saw huge sponsorship drop-offs this year, a pattern seen as a response to the Trump administration.
Sarah Milgrim's family speaks after fatal shooting
Two weeks ago, 30-year-old Yaron Lischinsky and 26-year-old Sarah Milgrim -- Israeli embassy staffers who were planning to marry -- became victims of antisemitic hate. Jonah Kaplan spoke to Milgrim's parents, Nancy and Bob, about their loss.
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Sarah Milgrim's family says she was "striving for peace" before D.C. shooting
Sarah Milgrim's family talks to CBS News about her life, which they said was full of courage and love, before she was killed outside the Capital Jewish Museum in May.
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Family of Sarah Milgrim speaks out after D.C. Jewish museum shooting
Sarah Milgrim's parents and older brother spoke to CBS News for their first network TV interview since the deadly shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum.
Sarah Milgrim's family speaks with CBS News
Robert Milgrim, the father of Sarah Milgrim, who was fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. last month, told CBS News that he's "a different person now than before this happened." Milgrim's family spoke with CBS News for their first network TV interview, airing Wednesday on "CBS Mornings" and "CBS Evening News."
Israeli Embassy workers killed in D.C.
Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, two Israeli Embassy workers, were shot and killed outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., Wednesday. 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez was arrested after allegedly taking credit for the attack. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Capitol police chief says of Trump's Jan. 6 pardons: "One of my worst days"
Capitol police chief Thomas Manger has led — and then rebuilt — the department since the Jan. 6 riot. He speaks to CBS News ahead of his retirement on Friday.
Major Garrett on growing up in San Diego
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett revisits his hometown of San Diego, California, and showcases the locales that shaped him as a person.
Loved ones on slain embassy employees
Mourners are grieving Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky's deaths after they were attacked outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Israeli Embassy staff members fatally shot were about to get engaged
Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, who worked for the Israeli Embassy, were identified as the victims of a shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C.
What we know about suspect in shooting of 2 Israeli Embassy employees
The suspect in the fatal shooting of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., has been identified as a 30-year-old from Chicago.
Friend of killed embassy staffer on attack
People in Washington, D.C. and beyond are mourning the killings of two Israeli Embassy staffers who were shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum Wednesday. A suspect has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, murder of foreign officials and other counts. A friend of one of the victims, David Boskey, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss Yaron Lischinsky's life.
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Iran says obstacles remain, but acknowledges deal taking shape with U.S.
As the Trump administration signals hope for a possible deal, Iran says obstacles linger, and "frequent changes" in U.S. positions aren't helping.
Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
Alleged gunman outside White House had run-ins with Secret Service, sources say
Sources identified the 21-year-old suspect as Nasire Best of Dundalk, Maryland, and documents obtained by CBS News show Best previously blocked a White House entry lane in June 2025.
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Iran's supreme leader is holed up in undisclosed location, U.S. intel says
Officials at the highest levels of the Iranian government say they don't know where Mojtaba Khamenei is and have no way to contact him directly, relying instead on a network of couriers.
Efforts to stop California chemical leak on new trajectory, officials say
More than 50,000 people in California remain evacuated due to an Orange County chemical leak that prompted Gov. Newsom to request that President Trump issue a Federal Emergency Declaration.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
DOJ says it scrubbed news releases about Jan. 6 criminal cases from its website
The Justice Department acknowledges it has removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, calling the information "partisan propaganda."
Ebola death toll climbs in Congo as new infections confirmed in Uganda
The WHO chief says there have been 220 suspected deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak as Ugandan health authorities report two new Ebola infections.
How the "Payam Method" keeps the joy in learning piano
From improvising classical music to playing songs students like, the approach by Payam Music focuses on student enjoyment while learning piano.
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American Music Awards air tonight with star-studded performances
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
What's open and closed for Memorial Day 2026?
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
Alleged gunman outside White House had run-ins with Secret Service, sources say
Sources identified the 21-year-old suspect as Nasire Best of Dundalk, Maryland, and documents obtained by CBS News show Best previously blocked a White House entry lane in June 2025.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 24, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kevin Hassett, White House National Economic Council director, and Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, join Nancy Cordes.
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What's open and closed for Memorial Day 2026?
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AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
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DOJ says it scrubbed news releases about Jan. 6 criminal cases from its website
The Justice Department acknowledges it has removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, calling the information "partisan propaganda."
Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
N.J. governor requests access to Delaney Hall ICE facility amid protests
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
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Iran's supreme leader is holed up in undisclosed location, U.S. intel says
Officials at the highest levels of the Iranian government say they don't know where Mojtaba Khamenei is and have no way to contact him directly, relying instead on a network of couriers.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 24, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kevin Hassett, White House National Economic Council director, and Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, join Nancy Cordes.
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Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about a leaking California chemical tank that may explode
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Teen's mystery illness solved: "It took 18 years to get an answer"
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
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Experts from Thai rescue join efforts to save 7 trapped in Laos cave
Seven Laotian villagers entered a cave five days ago searching for gold and were trapped inside after heavy rain triggered flash flooding.
Minibus crashes into elephant, killing 3 people in Uganda national park
Three people died and four others were injured after their vehicle collided with an elephant in Murchison Falls National Park, police said on Monday.
Ebola death toll climbs in Congo as new infections confirmed in Uganda
The WHO chief says there have been 220 suspected deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak as Ugandan health authorities report two new Ebola infections.
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Iran says obstacles remain, but acknowledges deal taking shape with U.S.
As the Trump administration signals hope for a possible deal, Iran says obstacles linger, and "frequent changes" in U.S. positions aren't helping.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
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American Music Awards air tonight with star-studded performances
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Extended interview: Patti LaBelle
It's been some 50 years since Patti LaBelle first sang her hit song "Lady Marmalade." As she marks her 82nd birthday, LaBelle talks to correspondent Tracy Smith about her career and what's next.
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Patti LaBelle on being called a legend: "I have earned it"
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
The legendary Patti LaBelle
Legendary singer Patti LaBelle has been performing for six decades. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with LaBelle at her hometown of Philadelphia as she marks her 82nd birthday.
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CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
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.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
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Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
Husband convicted of hiring hitman to kill NYC art dealer in Brazil
Daniel Sikkema faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison. Brent Sikkema was stabbed to death in his Rio de Janeiro townhouse in 2024.
New details on Saturday's White House shooting
The alleged gunman in Saturday's shooting at the White House had tried to gain access to the White House last year. Natalie Brand reports.
Why Kouri Richins jurors decided Utah mom was a killer
At Kouri Richins' sentencing for the murder of Eric Richins, her husband and father of their three sons, she declared her innocence to the court and to her children. But for jurors on the case, the evidence told a different story.
Possible shots heard from White House
Several shots were heard from the White House property on Saturday. Aaron Navarro reports from the location after Secret Service told him to get down immediately.
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China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
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5/24/2026: Booms, Busts and Bubbles; Sculpting Evolution; The Payam Method
First, examining lessons from the Wall Street crash of 1929. Then, a report on mouse DNA and the fight against Lyme disease. And, inside the "Payam Method" for learning piano.
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Crack in California chemical tank a positive sign, but explosion fears remain; details emerging on potential U.S.-Iran peace deal.
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Once found only in parts of the West and Southwest, coyotes have dramatically expanded their range, and are now found in every state except Hawaii. Conor Knighton looks at how these animals have become part of the urban landscape in places like Chicago, and what roles they play — in history, in Native American stories, in art and in today's urban and suburban ecosystems.
New York's Trail of the Fallen
Charlie D'Agata reports on the trail just south of West Point Military Academy that honors America's fallen patriots.
Summer kicks off with gas and grocery costs up
Americans are now paying 20% more for food than four years ago. Inflation rose nearly 1% this month, mainly due to higher gas prices. Shanelle Kaul reports.