Duckworth pushes for WWII memorial to women who worked on home front
Senator and combat war veteran pushes Senate for memorial for the "Rosie the Riveters" who worked as "letter carriers, code breakers, manufacturers and more."
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Senator and combat war veteran pushes Senate for memorial for the "Rosie the Riveters" who worked as "letter carriers, code breakers, manufacturers and more."
"I've always wondered more about my father," said Linda Shauvin, who was just 3 years old when her father left for the war and never returned.
CBS News reporter Michael Roppolo explores the effects of armed conflicts on children in a personal essay after interviewing his grandparents about their childhoods during WWII.
A contest that took place in the years before WWII and the Holocaust asked Jewish teenagers living in Eastern Europe to write essays about their lives. Now, these long-lost entries are being reimagined into a new graphic novel, titled "When I Grow Up" by Ken Krimstein, published by Bloomsbury and available November 16. Jim Axelrod shares some of the fascinating stories being featured.
RedTail Flight Academy is training Black men and women for careers in aviation. CBS News correspondent Michael George shows how the Tuskegee Airmen, the first Black military pilots who fought in World War II, inspired the program.
Officials also announced they had identified the remains of another WWII casualty — three years after his ID tag was found.
World War II veteran Joe Hall wanted to be buried in his Navy uniform. Seamstress Susan Williams spent 100 hours to help make his dream come true. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
In 2016, Ernie Andrus became the oldest person to run across the country, from California to Georgia. Now at 95, he will start a new journey. Steve Hartman has his story on the road.
The fate of Private Andrew Ladner had been unknown since he disappeared during World War II, during the Battle of Buna-Gona.
This week President Joe Biden signed a bill awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to some unsung heroes of World War II: the so-called "Ghost Army" – top-secret military units that deployed inflatable tanks and artillery, decoy soldiers, and fake communications to fool enemy forces. Jane Pauley reports.
Charles McGee, one of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen, has died at the age of 102. He flew more than 400 combat missions for the U.S. military. Elaine Quijano has more on "Red and Blue."
Lawrence Brooks, the oldest American surviving World War II veteran, died Wednesday at the age of 112. Brooks, who was also thought to be the oldest person in America, served from 1941 to 1945 when the military was still segregated. Michelle Miller looks back on his life.
The letter — written on December 6, 1945 — would sit unopened before being found in a USPS distribution facility in Pittsburgh.
The full story of a secret U.S. WWII military intelligence unit bolstered by German-born Jews
The Ritchie Boys were responsible for gathering more than half the actionable intelligence on the battlefield during World War II. For the many German-born Jews in their ranks, defeating the Nazis was heartbreakingly personal. Jon Wertheim reports.
The Jantina sank on July 5, 1941, with 48 sailors aboard after being hit by torpedoes fired by the HMS Torbay in the Aegean Sea.
The Ritchie Boys were responsible for gathering more than half the actionable intelligence on the battlefield during World War II. For the many German-born Jews in their ranks, defeating the Nazis was heartbreakingly personal.
At 99, Guy Stern is one of the last living Ritchie Boys and showed 60 Minutes some of the honors and mementos from his decorated military career.
The G.I. Bill is largely credited with helping build America's middle class — but that economic opportunity was wrongly denied to many Black veterans.
For the past 22 years, a Costco in Brentwood, Tennessee, has been the unofficial headquarters for a veteran support group. Each Friday morning, veterans gather and exchange stories over jumbo hot dogs and sodas. CBS Baltimore's Chris Davis has more.
Capitol Hill colleagues and loved ones shared personal stories as they eulogized and remembered former Senator Bob Dole. A funeral service for the Republican, three-time presidential candidate and World War II veteran was held Friday at Washington National Cathedral. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBSN with more.
Today marks 80 years since the shocking attack on Pearl Harbor that killed more than 2,400 Americans and drew the U.S. into World War II. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson looks at how a dwindling number of survivors are marking the anniversary and joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, with more.
The U.S. is marking 80 years since Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, drawing the nation into World War II. CBS News senior political analyst John Dickerson reports on the homage being paid to those who lost their lives. Then Ron Milam, an associate professor of history at Texas Tech University, joins CBSN to discuss the impact.
Eighty years ago, the bombing of Pearl Harbor launched the U.S. into World War II. For many survivors, this anniversary may be their last visit to Pearl Harbor. John Dickerson shares more.
America avoided involvement in World War II for several years. But when Japanese planes dropped bombs on Pearl Harbor 80 years ago today, a deeply divided nation became unified. John Dickerson looks back on how Americans came together.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province, authorities said.
Louisianans voted Saturday in the state's Senate primaries as Sen. Bill Cassidy fights to hold onto his seat, facing a Trump-backed primary challenger.
Two days of talks in Washington between Lebanon and Israel produced an extension of the current ceasefire by 45 days.
Police estimated that around 60,000 people attended the "Unite the Kingdom" march, making it one of the largest right-wing mobilizations seen in Britain in recent years.
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
Approximately 40 million people across the West depend on the Colorado River for water every single day. But the region could soon face drastic measures as the river keeps shrinking.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Iran and the U.S. cut diplomatic ties in 1980, and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas.
Venezuela's government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years he was pardoned by President Joe Biden.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino joked that if someone does pay $2 million for a ticket to the World Cup final, "I will personally bring him a hot dog and a Coke."
Approximately 40 million people across the West depend on the Colorado River for water every single day. But the region could soon face drastic measures as the river keeps shrinking.
The war with Iran has created an additional strain for farmers, raising the price of diesel by about 50%. The cost of nearly everything else, from seed to fertilizer, is rising too.
Venezuela's government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years he was pardoned by President Joe Biden.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.
As Powell steps down after more than eight years leading the Federal Reserve, economists say he helped steer the U.S. through historic shocks but misread inflation.
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
Police estimated that around 60,000 people attended the "Unite the Kingdom" march, making it one of the largest right-wing mobilizations seen in Britain in recent years.
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
Louisianans voted Saturday in the state's Senate primaries as Sen. Bill Cassidy fights to hold onto his seat, facing a Trump-backed primary challenger.
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Genomic analysis showed the virus found aboard the MV Hondius shows no evidence of new characteristics so far.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province, authorities said.
Tommy Bell thought he was in good shape. But a series of heart attacks painted a more complicated picture.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Iran and the U.S. cut diplomatic ties in 1980, and the players are expected to use their time in Turkey to complete the necessary procedures for obtaining visas.
This year's field of 35 contestants is the smallest since 2003.
Police estimated that around 60,000 people attended the "Unite the Kingdom" march, making it one of the largest right-wing mobilizations seen in Britain in recent years.
Colombia's presidential elections are scheduled for May 31, marking the end of the term for Gustavo Petro, the country's first leftist president.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province, authorities said.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
This year's field of 35 contestants is the smallest since 2003.
The "Survivor" season 50 finale premieres on Wednesday, and "CBS Saturday Morning" meets Sarah Polakiewicz, a "Survivor" superfan in Atlanta who built her own community around the show.
Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, and Finn Little of "Dutton Ranch" sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss their characters' transitions from Montana to Texas, and more on the new "Yellowstone" spinoff.
Five-time Grammy winner and blues legend Taj Mahal is best known for hits like "Corinna" and "Statesboro Blues," and has collaborated with The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton during his career that spans six decades. His latest album, "Time," was recorded with his long-time bandmates "The Phantom Blues Band." Here's Taj Mahal performing "Time."
Atlanta residents say they're waking up to traffic jams of self-driving Waymo vehicles confused by neighborhood signage.
Atlanta residents woke up to Waymo traffic jams on Friday. The driverless cars took over a quiet cul-de-sac. Skyler Henry has more details.
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.
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
President Trump's visit to Beijing comes as the U.S. and China compete for artificial intelligence supremacy. Matt Sheehan, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins with analysis.
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an Iraqi national, is facing federal charges for his alleged terror plots targeting Jewish institutions around the U.S.
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
An Iraqi national was arrested and charged with planning to carry out several terror attacks in the U.S., including at a New York City synagogue and other prominent Jewish centers in Los Angeles and Scottsdale, Arizona. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Federal prosecutors charged an Iraqi national on Friday with planning several terrorist attacks in the U.S. as retribution for the Iran war. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
In Peru, Illinois, the veterans reunite with the vintage warplanes they once flew. Noel Brennan has the story.
Anticipation is building for next month's World Cup Soccer Tournament, and so are costs, for both fans and the host cities. Adam Yamaguchi has more.
The Colorado River is on the brink of disaster. Its water is shared by seven states, which is a big part of the problem. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Workers for the busiest commuter rail service in North America are on strike. 3,500 Long Island Rail Road employees walked off the job in New York. Ali Bauman reports.
Many struggling American farmers had big hopes for President Trump's China summit. But many were still left with questions. Lana Zak reports.