Nita Lowey, former New York congresswoman, dies at 87
Nita Lowey, the former 16-term congresswoman from New York, has died after a battle with breast cancer, her family says.
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One dead in small plane crash on I-684 in Westchester County
One person was killed when a small plane crashed along Interstate-684 in Westchester County on Thursday night, New York State Police said.
Mystery of New York couple's 1980 disappearance unravels
The mystery behind a wealthy New York couple's 1980 disappearance is starting to unravel after a team found their missing car in a Georgia pond.
Gay teacher responds to LGBTQ backlash
The American Library Association found that 4,240 books were targets of censorship efforts in 2023, with about half of those books written by or including people of color and those from LGBTQ communities. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto spoke with Anthony Nicodemo, a gay teacher and basketball coach in Westchester County, New York, about his message to proponents of book bans.
What led to Jamaal Bowman's primary loss?
CBS News projects that Westchester County Executive George Latimer defeated incumbent Rep. Jamaal Bowman in Tuesday's Democratic primary. The race for New York's 16th Congressional District was the most expensive primary in U.S. history. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has more on the results.
What to know about the Bowman-Latimer primary
A key House primary is underway Tuesday in New York between Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman and Westchester County Executive George Latimer. The race has already made history as the most expensive congressional primary ever. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Snow blankets parts of N.J. as storm brings wintry mix to region
There was enough accumulation to build a snowman, but the slick roads were also a major concern.
New Rochelle swears in Mayor Yadira Ramos-Herbert
For the first time, three of Westchester County's five cities are led by women of color.
Westchester county exec. announces campaign for Bowman's seat
The county executive pointed to infrastructure and environmental projects, cuts in property taxes, and "reforming the police while tackling crime head-on."
New York City doctor shoots her baby in apparent murder-suicide, police say
Dr. Krystal Cascetta shot her baby and herself in an apparent murder-suicide, New York police said.
Trump golf course criminal investigation closed, Westchester D.A. says
The two-year investigation examined Trump Organization valuations of a golf club in Westchester County, New York.
DA seeks to vacate convictions after officers' "secret recordings" revealed
Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah said an investigation found a "pattern of inconsistencies, errors and disclosure issues."
2 dead after single-engine plane crashes in Westchester Co.
The FAA says the plane had taken off from John F. Kennedy International Airport and was heading to Ohio.
Robert Durst indicted for second-degree murder in wife's 1982 disappearance
The Westchester County District Attorney convened a grand jury to review the murder in the second degree charge after a complaint was filed last week
On the Frontline, Children of Flint, Kings of the Road
Life inside an American coronavirus containment zone; Then, early results from 174 Flint children exposed to lead during water crisis shows 80% of them will require special education services; And, driverless trucks could disrupt the trucking industry as soon as 2021
Finding a COVID-19 vaccine and drug
Bill Whitaker on the race to develop a safe and effective drug and vaccine to treat COVID-19 coronavirus, this week on 60 Minutes.
Gov. Cuomo on preventing COVID-19 spread
New York’s governor tells 60 Minutes why drastic measures are now necessary, even if the majority of patients have mild symptoms.
COVID-19: Will New York City be quarantined?
Governor Andrew Cuomo tells 60 Minutes he "can't imagine" the nation’s biggest city with restrictions like Italy’s.
COVID-19: New York's health care system contingency plans
Governor Andrew Cuomo spoke to 60 Minutes about measures he is considering to increase hospital capacity, including building a reserve of health care workers.
Inside a U.S. coronavirus containment zone
Westchester County, a suburb of New York City, is now home to a containment zone after a man there tested positive for the coronavirus. Scott Pelley speaks with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and reports on what's happening inside the zone to slow the spread of the infection.
Inside a U.S. coronavirus containment zone
Westchester County, a suburb of New York City, is now home to a containment zone after a man there tested positive for the coronavirus. Scott Pelley speaks with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and reports on what's happening inside the zone to slow the spread of the infection.
New York has 173 cases of coronavirus — among the highest in U.S.
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that officials are implementing a "containment area" in New Rochelle, the center of the epidemic in New York.
California reports first death, United States death toll now 11
China has reined in the virus, but the dramatic spread in at least 4 other nations, including the U.S., highlights the limited understanding of the disease.
New York coronavirus cases trace back to Manhattan lawyer
New York officials say about 1,000 people are expected to go into either mandatory or self quarantine in Westchester County. Meg Oliver reports.
Car crashes into Trump Plaza in Westchester, New York
New Rochelle police said it appeared to be an accident and there were no serious injuries
Vance Boelter taken into custody for lawmaker shootings
A man who authorities believe shot two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in politically motivated shootings early Saturday morning is now in custody.
Trump opposed Israeli plan to kill Iran's supreme leader, CBS News sources say
The Israelis had the opportunity to assassinate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Trump conveyed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that it wasn't a good idea, one U.S. official told CBS News.
Padilla warns about what happens "when cameras are not there" after Noem event
Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of California was briefly detained last week after being forcibly removed from a news conference by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Iran hits Israel with barrage of missiles, killing at least 5, Israel says
Iran fired a new wave of missiles at Israel. Authorities reported at least five killed and dozens more wounded in the fourth day of open warfare that showed no sign of slowing.
Flash floods kill 5 in West Virginia, several people missing
Flash flooding caused by torrential rains on Saturday killed at least five people in northern West Virginia. Officials said 2.5 to 4 inches of rain fell within about half an hour.
Wife of Minnesota senator targeted in shooting provides update
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman's wife shared an update after a shooting injured the couple at their home early Saturday morning.
State Dept. tells embassies to relay U.S. "not involved" in strikes on Iran
While the U.S. insists it is not involved in strikes on Iran, American officials have confirmed military forces have been helping to intercept Iranian missiles fired at Israel.
Leonard Lauder, son of Estée Lauder founders and ex-CEO, dies at 92
Leonard Lauder, the oldest son of the founder of Estée Lauder and a longtime former CEO of the beauty empire, has died at 92, the company said in a statement.
3-year sextortion probe from Buffalo to Ghana to D.C. reveals growing trend
FBI records obtained by CBS News show a nearly 500% increase in reports of sextortion since 2019.
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State Dept. tells embassies to relay U.S. "not involved" in strikes on Iran
While the U.S. insists it is not involved in strikes on Iran, American officials have confirmed military forces have been helping to intercept Iranian missiles fired at Israel.
Vance Boelter taken into custody for lawmaker shootings
A man who authorities believe shot two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in politically motivated shootings early Saturday morning is now in custody.
J.J. Spaun wins U.S. open after weathering messy rain delay at Oakmont
J.J. Spaun took advantage of a lengthy rain delay to recover and win the U.S. Open.
3-year sextortion probe from Buffalo to Ghana to D.C. reveals growing trend
FBI records obtained by CBS News show a nearly 500% increase in reports of sextortion since 2019.
Wife of Minnesota senator targeted in shooting provides update
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman's wife shared an update after a shooting injured the couple at their home early Saturday morning.
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Trump clears U.S. Steel sale to Nippon Steel, but details of merger still unclear
Japan's Nippon Steel can buy U.S. Steel as long as both sides sign a "national security agreement."
Retailers cash in on Army's 250th anniversary and "No Kings" protest
Sellers are hawking Army anniversary and "No Kings" T-shirts, hats and other items in a move to cash in on Saturday's military parade and anti-Trump protests.
Ford CEO says rare earths shortage forced it to halt production
The U.S. automaker is struggling to procure rare earth materials essential to its cars, as exports from China slow.
Walmart heiress' "No kings" protest ad sparks backlash against retailer
Walmart heiress' ad is prompting backlash against the retailer despite it not being associated with the company.
Anker recalls more than 1.1 million power banks after fires reported
Anker, a Chinese electronics maker, is recalling 1.15 million PowerCore portable chargers after some consumers reported fires and explosions.
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State Dept. tells embassies to relay U.S. "not involved" in strikes on Iran
While the U.S. insists it is not involved in strikes on Iran, American officials have confirmed military forces have been helping to intercept Iranian missiles fired at Israel.
Vance Boelter taken into custody for lawmaker shootings
A man who authorities believe shot two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in politically motivated shootings early Saturday morning is now in custody.
3-year sextortion probe from Buffalo to Ghana to D.C. reveals growing trend
FBI records obtained by CBS News show a nearly 500% increase in reports of sextortion since 2019.
Wife of Minnesota senator targeted in shooting provides update
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman's wife shared an update after a shooting injured the couple at their home early Saturday morning.
Padilla warns about what happens "when cameras are not there" after Noem event
Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of California was briefly detained last week after being forcibly removed from a news conference by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
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A father of 3 felt healthy. Then a routine screening found deadly cancer.
Curtis Jackson was having a regular screening when doctors found evidence of a deadly bile duct cancer.
CDC urges summer camps to check for measles immunity, as U.S. nears record
The CDC's new "checklist" comes amid a deadly year of measles outbreaks that is now near record levels.
New COVID variant NB.1.8.1 could be more than 1 in 3 cases, CDC says
The NB.1.8.1 COVID-19 variant was linked to a large surge of hospitalizations in parts of Asia earlier this year.
The price you pay for an Obamacare plan could surge next year
An estimated 4 million Americans will lose health insurance over the next decade if Congress doesn't extend enhanced subsidies for Affordable Care Act marketplace coverage.
Average age of moms giving birth in U.S. rises to nearly 30 years old
Average age also increased for first-time moms, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Experts say there are a few reasons why.
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Iran hits Israel with barrage of missiles, killing at least 5, Israel says
Iran fired a new wave of missiles at Israel. Authorities reported at least five killed and dozens more wounded in the fourth day of open warfare that showed no sign of slowing.
State Dept. tells embassies to relay U.S. "not involved" in strikes on Iran
While the U.S. insists it is not involved in strikes on Iran, American officials have confirmed military forces have been helping to intercept Iranian missiles fired at Israel.
Trump opposed Israeli plan to kill Iran's supreme leader, CBS News sources say
The Israelis had the opportunity to assassinate Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Trump conveyed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that it wasn't a good idea, one U.S. official told CBS News.
2 dead, 32 injured in bridge collapse at tourist destination in India
At least two people died and 32 others were injured after a bridge collapsed over a river in India's western Maharashtra state, sweeping others into the water.
Tourists break crystal-covered chair at Italian museum
Security footage from the museum shows a man and a woman taking pictures while pretending to sit on Nicola Bolla's "Van Gogh" chair before breaking it.
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Desi Arnaz: Singer, husband, dad, and the man who "invented" TV
The Cuban-born entertainer broke conventions when he co-starred with wife Lucille Ball in "I Love Lucy," playing a straight-man sitcom dad. Now, a new biography reveals his lesser-known contributions to television.
Desi Arnaz: Singer, husband, dad, and the man who "invented" TV
Desi Arnaz, the Cuban-born entertainer, broke conventions when he co-starred with his wife Lucille Ball in the TV show "I Love Lucy," playing a prototypical American sitcom dad. He also changed the rules of television by filming episodes, thereby creating the rerun – and, ultimately, a new economic model for TV. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with Todd Purdum, author of a new biography, "Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television," about Arnaz's impact on American culture; and with Lucie Arnaz, who discusses her parents' marriage and divorce, and her father's extraordinary journey.
Extended interview: David Letterman on IndyCar racing
In this web exclusive, comedian and Indianapolis native David Letterman talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his lifelong interest in auto racing, and how he is today co-owner of an IndyCar racing team, Rahal-Letterman-Lanigan Racing. He also talks about his experience riding in a car driven by Paul Newman around California Speedway.
Remembering Sly Stone and Brian Wilson
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the legacies of two musical giants – the beating hearts of Sly and the Family Stone and the Beach Boys.
Passage: Remembering Sly Stone and Brian Wilson
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the legacies of two musical giants – the beating hearts of Sly and the Family Stone and the Beach Boys.
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AI users form relationships with technology
Some people are using AI as an emotional outlet — and developing a real relationship with artificial intelligence. It's a trend that people and AI companies are hesitant to talk about, but does appear to be on the rise.
Google, OpenAI, Spotify and other platforms hit by widespread outage
Google, OpenAI and Spotify were down Thursday after a widespread tech outage.
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.
Meta files lawsuit against maker of "nudify" app technology
Meta ramps up efforts to block ads for AI technology used to create fake nude images of real people.
Facial recognition identifying jail escapees
After 10 inmates escaped a New Orleans jail, authorities used facial recognition software to help locate and arrest an escapee. But as facial recognition has become a more common tool, groups like the ACLU have raised concerns about its use. Anna Schecter, who covers crime and safety for CBS News, breaks it all down.
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Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Japanese probe's second straight attempt at moon landing a failure
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
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Suspected Minnesota lawmaker shooter arrested
Police have arrested Vance Boelter, the man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. CBS News Minnesota reports.
Vance Boelter taken into custody for lawmaker shootings
A man who authorities believe shot two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in politically motivated shootings early Saturday morning is now in custody.
Wife of Minnesota senator targeted in shooting provides update
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman's wife shared an update after a shooting injured the couple at their home early Saturday morning.
Vance Boelter's car found after lawmaker shootings in Minnesota
Residents of Sibley County are encouraged to lock their doors and secure their vehicles, adding that law enforcement will be going to area residences to ask to search properties.
Tourist reportedly suspected of murdering her family in Iceland
A French tourist has been arrested in Iceland suspected of murdering her daughter and husband, local media reported.
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NASA evaluating data indicating air leaks aboard space station are sealed
If initial results hold up, NASA says the delayed launch of a commercial research mission to the station could come as early as Thursday.
Commercial crew launch delayed while ISS air leak assessed
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
Axiom-4 mission delayed due to leak
NASA delayed the Axiom Mission 4 launch on Wednesday after SpaceX detected a liquid oxygen leak during a Falcon 9 rocket inspection. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Early details on Minnesota shootings arrest
The man suspected of killing a Democratic lawmaker and her husband has been arrested. Police say he was taken into custody without incident, even though he was armed at the time. As CBS' Cristian Benavides reports police found a list of other possible targets in his vehicle including abortion rights advocates and abortion facilities.
Walz addresses arrest in Minnesota shootings
Gov. Tim Walz and other officials spoke to reporters Sunday night following the arrest of the suspected shooter of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses.
Suspected Minnesota lawmaker shooter arrested
Police have arrested Vance Boelter, the man suspected of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. CBS News Minnesota reports.
Dad does tutorials for daughters' hair
In tonight's weekend journal, Itay Hod shows us a dad who's helping other dads struggling to fix their daughters' hair.
How Trump has changed the process for pardons
The presidential pardon has been used throughout history, but never quite like it has this year. Scott MacFarlane reports.