2/19/18: CBSN Evening News
Investigators probe Florida shooting suspect's background. Police records detailed interactions with Cruz; KFC closes 700+ stores after chicken shortage
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Support for bill after school shooting
In the wake of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida, the White House is showing support for a bill aimed at improving background checks for gun purchases. It's the same bill introduced after a deadly shooting at a Texas church. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid reports.
Trump reacts to Fla. shooting, Russia probe
President Trump will meet with high school students and teachers Wednesday following last week's deadly shooting. The president is facing a backlash after conflating the two, tweeting: "Very sad that the FBI missed all of the many signals sent out by the Florida school shooter. They are spending too much time trying to prove Russia collusion with the Trump campaign." The FBI announced Friday it was indicting 13 Russians for meddling in the 2016 election. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid has the latest.
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At last count over 40 Republicans have announced they will not run for re-election this year. On Face the Nation, Nancy Cordes spoke with Sen. Jeff Flake of Arizona, U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent on Pennsylvania, U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen of Florida and U.S. Rep. Ed Royce of California about immigration, mass violence and opioids.
Russia election investigation
Special counsel Robert Mueller has charged more than a dozen Russian nationals with breaking U.S. laws to interfere with the 2016 presidential election. These are the first criminal charges against Russians related to the 2016 presidential election. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid reports.
What's next in the Russia investigation?
What are the immediate consequences of the indictment of Russian nationals and entities accused of breaking U.S. laws to interfere with the 2016 presidential election, and what's next in special counsel Robert Mueller's probe? Fran Townsend and Paula Reid discuss the latest.
DOJ indicts 13 Russians for election meddling
The Mueller investigation of election tampering has led to the first indictment of Russians. More than a dozen are charged with conspiracy to tamper with the election process -- to undermine confidence in U.S. democracy. There is no allegation anyone in the Trump campaign was involved. Jeff Pegues reports.
No pic of Trump signing gun bill
In Feb. 2017, President Trump signed a bill that make it easier for people with mental illness to buy guns. CBS News has requested 12 times for a photo of the bill signing, but the White House has refused to release it.
Facts about the food stamp program
As the White House proposes an overhaul of this popular program, here are some facts you might not know about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps.
02/14/18: CBSN Evening News
At least 17 dead in Florida high school shooting; House Committee investigating Porter scandal
Trump on domestic violence
President Trump broke his silence on domestic violence today, a week after a top White House aide accused of spousal abuse was forced to resign. The president's chief of staff is also under pressure to explain what he knew and when. Chip Reid reports.
Joseph Califano on "Our Damaged Democracy"
Joseph Califano Jr., who served in the Johnson and Carter administrations, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss his book, "Our Damaged Democracy: We the People Must Act."
Trump military parade may cost $10-30 million
President Trump's requested military parade will likely cost "between $10 million and $30 million," White House Budget Director Mick Mulvaney tells lawmakers.
Trump "totally opposed to domestic violence"
President Trump made his first public condemnation of domestic violence since staff secretary Rob Porter's resignation last week.
VP Pence on Rob Porter fallout
The vice president said he still has "confidence" in chief of staff John Kelly despite the fallout over Rob Porter's resignation. Porter stepped down after allegations of spousal abuse came to light.
Latest on Rob Porter controversy
The FBI and White House have contradicted each other's accounts of the timeline leading up to Rob Porter's resignation. Porter was a former White House aide accused of abusing his ex-wives. House Oversight Committee Chairman Trey Gowdy says the committee will be investigating. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with the latest.
Congress investigating Rob Porter timeline
House Oversight Committee chairman Trey Gowdy says the committee is now investigating how the White House handled Rob Porter's security clearance. This comes after Porter resigned amid spousal abuse allegations. Politico reporter Daniel Lippman joined CBSN to discuss.
Rob Porter's interim security clearance
CBS News senior national security analyst Fran Townsend, who spent 13 years working in the Justice Department and served as homeland security adviser to President George W. Bush, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what's "surprising" about former White House staff secretary Rob Porter's interim security clearance.
2/13/18: CBSN Evening News
U.S. Intelligence warns of 2018 midterm elecions Russian meddling; U.S. soldier's body returns home, Korean war veteran Walter Pipe back on U.S. soil
What the White House knew about Porter
The FBI has contradicted the White House's timeline on when it knew about Robert Porter's alleged domestic abuse. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN to discuss the competing narratives.
Pruitt under fire for travel costs
Another member of the Trump White House is under fire for high travel costs. This time, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt is facing scrutiny. CBS News correspondent Julianna Goldman reports.
Trump hosts sheriffs at White House
President Trump met with members of the National Sheriffs' Association at the White House for a discussion on immigration, border security, drugs and crime.
FBI provides new timeline on Rob Porter
In Senate testimony, FBI Director Christopher Wray said the background investigation into former White House staff secretary Rob Porter was completed last July. CBS News' Chip Reid joined CBSN following today's White House press briefing with more.
Trump officials lack full security clearances
Neither the White House nor the FBI is taking responsibility in the high backlog of security clearances. Nearly 13 months into the Trump administration, more than a dozen top officials are working with an "interim security clearance." One investigator told CBS News the White House security clearance process "is the peak of what the problem is throughout the government." Jeff Pegues reports.
W.H. sends mixed messages on domestic abuse
Questions remain unanswered over what the White House knew and the timing of the administration's response to domestic abuse allegations against former staff secretary Rob Porter. Major Garrett reports.
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Pakistan set to host U.S.-Iran talks as Iran warns against ground operations
Top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt are meeting in Pakistan on Sunday to push for an end to the Iran war.
Documents reveal 2 close calls 1 day before deadly crash at D.C. airport
A former Reagan airport air traffic controller is speaking out about years of ignored warnings preceding the 2025 deadly midair collision that killed 67 people, saying "it worked until it didn't."
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Trump administration scaling back asylum crackdown, sources say
The unprecedented move amounted to an indefinite suspension of all asylum requests filed outside of immigration court, regardless of the applicant's nationality.
Homan says ICE will remain assisting TSA until "airports feel like they are 100%"
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
U.S. military needs to keep up as drones advance, former Marine says
Iran is launching deadly drone strikes on U.S. forces and allies in the Middle East. The same weapons have been used for years in Ukraine, where drones have transformed warfare.
Cardinal temporarily barred from entering Jerusalem's Church of Holy Sepulchre
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said it was "the first time in centuries" that heads of the church were unable to celebrate Palm Sunday Mass at the sacred site.
Rep. Jim Himes accuses Trump of "flat-out lying" about negotiating with Iran
Democratic Rep. Jim Himes accused President Trump of lying about U.S. negotiations with Iran on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Trump says he has "no problem" with Russian tanker bringing oil to Cuba
When asked if a New York Times report that the tanker would be allowed to reach Cuba was true, Mr. Trump said: "If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it's Russia or not."
Artemis II astronauts say they're "ready to go" for moon launch
The countdown to launch of the Artemis II crew's flight around the moon begins Monday at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
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Trump says he has "no problem" with Russian tanker bringing oil to Cuba
When asked if a New York Times report that the tanker would be allowed to reach Cuba was true, Mr. Trump said: "If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it's Russia or not."
UConn shocks Duke to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan in Final Four
After being down by as many as 19 on Sunday, Braylon Mullins retrieved a loose ball near midcourt in the waning seconds against Duke and hit a three-pointer from 35 feet away to take the lead.
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Trump administration scaling back asylum crackdown, sources say
The unprecedented move amounted to an indefinite suspension of all asylum requests filed outside of immigration court, regardless of the applicant's nationality.
Artemis II astronauts say they're "ready to go" for moon launch
The countdown to launch of the Artemis II crew's flight around the moon begins Monday at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Iran warns troops will be "set on fire" if U.S. launches ground operation
"As long as the Americans seek Iran's surrender, our response is clear: Far be it from us to accept humiliation," Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran's parliament speaker, said Sunday.
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Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
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Trump says he has "no problem" with Russian tanker bringing oil to Cuba
When asked if a New York Times report that the tanker would be allowed to reach Cuba was true, Mr. Trump said: "If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it's Russia or not."
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Trump administration scaling back asylum crackdown, sources say
The unprecedented move amounted to an indefinite suspension of all asylum requests filed outside of immigration court, regardless of the applicant's nationality.
Ex-Surgeon General says social media needs to be regulated "similar to cigarettes"
Jerome Adams, who served as surgeon general in President Trump's first term, said that "similar to cigarettes," the government needs to point out that social media platforms "are incredibly addictive."
Homan says ICE will remain assisting TSA until "airports feel like they are 100%"
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Border Czar Tom Homan and former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams join Margaret Brennan.
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Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
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Trump says he has "no problem" with Russian tanker bringing oil to Cuba
When asked if a New York Times report that the tanker would be allowed to reach Cuba was true, Mr. Trump said: "If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it's Russia or not."
Iran warns troops will be "set on fire" if U.S. launches ground operation
"As long as the Americans seek Iran's surrender, our response is clear: Far be it from us to accept humiliation," Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran's parliament speaker, said Sunday.
Transcript: Tom Homan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Tom Homan, Trump administration border czar, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Transcript: Jerome Adams on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Jerome Adams, surgeon general in the first Trump administration, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
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Michael Jordan on NASCAR, basketball and the one title he won't claim
Michael Jordan reflects on his life after basketball, his move into NASCAR, and the pressure that still comes with his competitive drive and fame.
Olivia Munn's "no symptoms" cancer diagnosis fueled lifesaving mission
Olivia Munn tells Tracy Smith about how she turned a symptomless Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help other women.
Olivia Munn shares her breast cancer journey
Olivia Munn is busier than ever, starring in the new series "Your Friends and Neighbors," raising two kids and juggling a packed career. But as Tracy Smith reports in our Sunday Profile, an unexpected diagnosis reshaped her life in ways she never imagined.
3/29: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The story of Elizabeth Tsurkov's 903-day captivity in Iraq; Olivia Munn's breast cancer journey; Michael Jordan's drive to change NASCAR; the reinvention of "Cats" on Broadway; and New York's botanical superhero.
Brandon Uranowitz on reviving "Ragtime"
Tony Award-winner Brandon Uranowitz sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his journey to landing his latest role in "Ragtime" at Lincoln Center.
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Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
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Denise and Aaron Quinn Get the Last Word
A couple is attacked as they slept. They later team up with law enforcement and get their assailant to confess to more crimes. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Attack survivors, not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper
After their kidnapping case drew national attention because they were accused of making it up, Denise Huskins Quinn and Aaron Quinn worked with law enforcement to help uncover additional crimes committed by their attacker – helping to bring justice to other victims and reclaiming their own story.
French police stop apparent bomb attack outside Bank of America building
The incident occurred in the middle of the night, while the office was closed. No employees were injured, according to the bank.
Tiger Woods released from jail after arrest
Tiger Woods was released from the Martin County jail in Florida following his DUI arrest after a rollover crash on Friday.
Colombian navy says it shut down 30 drug labs, seized 2 tons of cocaine
The Colombian navy said it also seized thousands of gallons of smuggled fuel, preventing "the strengthening of illicit economies."
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Astronauts prepare for Wednesday moon launch
The Artemis II crew is in quarantine ahead of a launch scheduled for Wednesday. If all goes well, the crew will fly around the far side of the moon, going farther from Earth than any human in history. Mark Strassmann reports.
Artemis II astronauts say they're "ready to go" for moon launch
The countdown to launch of the Artemis II crew's flight around the moon begins Monday at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
What would success mean for Artemis II flight?
The 322-foot rocket set to launch Artemis II stood ready on the pad at the Kennedy Space Center on Saturday. It will be the first crewed moonshot in over a half-century. Mark Strassmann is there.
Meet the rescue team behind the astronauts as Artemis II's launch approaches
A global team of Air Force rescuers is on standby, ready to come to the aid of the Artemis II crew after their space launch.
Behind the plans of an Artemis II rescue
While final preparations are underway for the Artemis II launch, "CBS Saturday Morning" takes a peek behind-the-scenes at the plans being made for if the crew needs to be rescued.
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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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3/29/2026: Inside the Tower; Unmanned; Wonder of the World
First, investigating the D.C. midair plane crash. Then, a look at the drone arms race transforming modern warfare. And, inside Son Doong, the world's largest cave passage.
3/29: CBS Weekend News
Iran targeting Kuwait and Saudi Arabia; Conflicting messages on Iran war.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
How drones have shifted warfare
From Ukraine to the Middle East, drone technology has drastically changed how wars are fought. Haley Ott has more.
Weather forecast for NASA's moon launch
While NASA is prepared for Wednesday's launch, the weather could have other plans. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.