California to ban new gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035
The executive order, one of the most ambitious in the nation, will require all new vehicles sold after that date to be zero-emission.
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Costco reportedly drops Palmetto Cheese over BLM controversy
South Carolina mayor sparked outrage by attacking the racial justice movement. Now his business is under attack.
Ex-official who reviewed Bolton book claims White House interference
The National Security Council official who conducted the prepublication review of Bolton's book said involvement by political appointees at the White House was "unprecedented."
Wells CEO sorry for claim there is "limited pool of Black talent"
Acknowledging his "unconscious bias," bank chief Charles Scharf said financial industry must boost diversity.
Trump revels in "beautiful sight" of law enforcement grabbing journalist
The president said law enforcement threw a reporter aside "like he was a little bag of popcorn."
NFL legend Gale Sayers dies at 77
Sayers is well-known for his seven seasons with the Chicago Bears, which helped him become the youngest player ever inducted into the Hall of Fame.
What is socialism? And what do socialists really want in 2021?
Here's what the term really means – and how it does, and doesn't, apply to today's politics.
Over 90% of Americans still susceptible to virus, CDC boss says
His warning comes as President Trump continues to talk about so-called herd immunity.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's next big bet rides on better batteries
But battery breakthroughs fail to energize investors hoping for immediate breakthroughs from electric car maker.
Fauci and Redfield say they expect COVID vaccine to be widely available by spring
Administration health officials testified after the U.S. passed the grim milestone of 200,000 coronavirus deaths.
NYC restaurant "barely staying afloat," weary owner says
If another coronavirus wave hits the city, "I wouldn't even waste my time — I would just close," Ed McFarland says.
An army of RBG's clerks gathered to meet her casket
When justices die, their former clerks traditionally stand vigil by their former boss' casket as they lie in repose.
Cindy McCain urges suburban women to vote for Biden
"I think a lot of people like me and others, they're kind of suburban women, are kind of misled a little bit and kind of sad about the direction the Republican Party is going," McCain said.
Time's 100 Most Influential People list features Fauci, BLM founders
Time's list is broken up into five categories, featuring household names with diverse backgrounds.
Examining Trump's claim about timing of 29 Supreme Court vacancies
Including Ginsburg, there have been 16 vacancies on the Supreme Court that have occurred during an election year.
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ICE officer fatally shoots woman in Minneapolis, investigation underway
An ICE officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Minneapolis mayor rips ICE after fatal shooting: "Get the f*** out"
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey disputed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's attempt to frame the shooting that killed a 37-year-old woman as an act of self defense by ICE.
U.S. seizes oil tankers; Rubio says U.S. will control money from oil sales
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two Venezuela-linked tankers, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. has "tremendous leverage" over the country.
Border czar says "I have not seen ICE act out outside of policy"
Border czar Tom Homan said he hasn't seen ICE act in a way that's outside of policy, despite videos showing protesters being tackled and tear-gassed.
Iran leans into anti-Western bluster as it grapples with deadly protests
Iran says it has hanged a man who spied for Israel and is ready for a new military confrontation as it struggles to tamp down domestic unrest.
Nick Reiner arraignment postponed again as attorney withdraws
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home in December. Their son Nick Reiner is facing murder charges.
Trump's Greenland remarks are "pissing people off," Danish lawmaker says
Denmark and Greenland requested a meeting with Marco Rubio, which one Danish lawmaker hopes will halt talk "about wanting to acquire Greenland."
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
What we know about the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Video from the scene, along with statements from witnesses and local officials, disputes the accounts of federal officials regarding the circumstances that led up to the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman.
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Trump's border czar on Minneapolis ICE shooting: "Let the investigation play out"
Tom Homan told CBS News "it'd be unprofessional" to comment on the incident amid an investigation.
What we know about the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Video from the scene, along with statements from witnesses and local officials, disputes the accounts of federal officials regarding the circumstances that led up to the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman.
AI company, Google settle lawsuit over Florida teen's suicide linked to chatbot
The terms of the settlement, which was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, were not disclosed.
RFK Jr. on freezing funding to Democrat-led states: "We gave them a warning"
"The best way to help poor families is to end the fraud," Kennedy told CBS News.
RFK Jr. on Kennedy Center name change: "I have bigger fish to fry"
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. acknowledged he understood relatives were upset about the change, but said he has bigger priorities.
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Trump says he'll ban large investors from buying single-family homes
President Trump said "people live in homes, not corporations," in announcing plans to bar big investors from home purchases.
Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount Skydance's latest hostile bid
Warner Bros. Discovery's board again urged shareholders to reject Paramount Skydance's offer, calling it inferior to Netflix's bid
Pilot who landed jet after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him
Captain Brandon Fisher was commended for helping ensure none of the 177 people aboard flight 1282 were killed when the blowout happened in January 2024.
Fliers left stranded after Venezuela strikes. Can travel insurance help?
Travel insurance won't help most people whose flights were disrupted by the turmoil in Venezuela. Here's what such policies do cover.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
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Border czar says "I have not seen ICE act out outside of policy"
Border czar Tom Homan said he hasn't seen ICE act in a way that's outside of policy, despite videos showing protesters being tackled and tear-gassed.
Trump's border czar on Minneapolis ICE shooting: "Let the investigation play out"
Tom Homan told CBS News "it'd be unprofessional" to comment on the incident amid an investigation.
What we know about the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Video from the scene, along with statements from witnesses and local officials, disputes the accounts of federal officials regarding the circumstances that led up to the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman.
Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5 trillion
President Trump is proposing increasing military spending by more than 50%, citing "troubled and dangerous times."
RFK Jr. on freezing funding to Democrat-led states: "We gave them a warning"
"The best way to help poor families is to end the fraud," Kennedy told CBS News.
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RFK Jr. says it may be "better" if fewer children receive the flu vaccine
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed there is "no scientific evidence" the flu vaccine prevents hospitalizations or death in children, despite previous CDC guidance.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
Flu cases surge across U.S.
There have been at least 11 million cases of the flu so far this season. As cases climb, doctor visits for the flu have hit their highest level in almost three decades, the CDC says. Skyler Henry reports.
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CBS News poll finds actions in Venezuela divide Americans
Most don't want the U.S. to control Venezuela. Maduro's removal from power draws big backing from MAGA, Republicans.
Trump's Greenland remarks are "pissing people off," Danish lawmaker says
Denmark and Greenland requested a meeting with Marco Rubio, which one Danish lawmaker hopes will halt talk "about wanting to acquire Greenland."
Rand Paul says military action in Greenland "won't happen under my watch"
Sen. Rand Paul says he opposes military action in Greenland as the White House says it is exploring all options for the territory, including military action.
Iran leans into anti-Western bluster as it grapples with deadly protests
Iran says it has hanged a man who spied for Israel and is ready for a new military confrontation as it struggles to tamp down domestic unrest.
U.S. military seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
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Sophie Turner talks new thriller "Steal"
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner is starring in a new thriller series called "Steal." She plays Zara, who works at a London pension fund investment company when thieves force her to help them steal billions of dollars. She talks to CBS Mornings about the series, how she prepared for the role and rising to fame in "Game of Thrones."
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
Nikki Glaser returning to host Golden Globes with "different approach"
Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for a second time and told CBS Mornings about the challenges of picking the perfect jokes.
From the archives: Pioneering dancer Carmen de Lavallade
Dancer, choreographer, actress and teacher Carmen de Lavallade, one of the pioneers of American modern dance, and the first prima ballerina of Creole descent to perform at New York's Metropolitan Opera, died on Dec. 29, 2025 at age 94. In this Dec. 3, 2017 "Sunday Morning" report, de Lavallade talked with Rita Braver about her artistic journey (including her collaborations with Alvin Ailey and future husband Geoffrey Holder), and her decision to boycott a 2017 Kennedy Center Honorees reception following President Trump's remarks about White nationalists who marched in Charlottesville, Va.
Nikki Glaser on hosting Golden Globes
Comedian Nikki Glaser was the first woman to host the Golden Globes solo last year. She's returning to host the awards show again on Sunday. Glaser speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her preparation for the show.
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AI company, Google settle lawsuit over Florida teen's suicide linked to chatbot
The terms of the settlement, which was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, were not disclosed.
AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
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.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
Nvidia announces "Vera Rubin" AI platform
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the new "Vera Rubin" AI platform at CES on Monday. CNET reporter David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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Extended interview: Harlan Coben
In this extended interview, bestselling mystery author Harlan Coben sits down with Major Garrett to unravel his new CBS true crime show, "Final Twist."
Judge denies mistrial for former Uvalde cop
The trial of the former Uvalde, Texas, police officer accused of failing to protect children during the 2022 school shooting there will resume Thursday after a judge denied a motion for a mistrial. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the details.
Harlan Coben on his new show "Final Twist"
Harlan Coben is known for the shocking twists and turns in his bestselling mystery novels, but now the author is turning his hand to the world of true crime with a new show. Coben joins "The Takeout" to preview "Final Twist."
Video shows moments after ICE shooting
Videos show the chaotic moments after an ICE agent shot and killed a 37-year-old woman. CBS News breaking news correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
Anger turns to sadness in Minneapolis
An ICE agent shot and killed a woman in her car in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday. According to Sen. Tina Smith, the 37-year-old woman was a U.S. citizen and city leaders say she was not the target of an ICE-related arrest. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan and Katrina Kaufman have more.
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Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
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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.
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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Extended interview: Border czar Tom Homan
Trump border czar Tom Homan speaks with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil about the deadly Minneapolis ICE shooting, the Trump administration's immigration operations and more.
Extended interview: Harlan Coben
In this extended interview, bestselling mystery author Harlan Coben sits down with Major Garrett to unravel his new CBS true crime show, "Final Twist."
Latest on deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Warning: video may be disturbing to some viewers. An ICE agent shot and killed a woman, now identified as 37-year-old Renee Good, Wednesday morning in Minneapolis. CBS News' Nicole Sganga and Anna Schecter report.
Judge denies mistrial for former Uvalde cop
The trial of the former Uvalde, Texas, police officer accused of failing to protect children during the 2022 school shooting there will resume Thursday after a judge denied a motion for a mistrial. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the details.
Jerry Jones on The Star and the Cowboys' legacy
If you're looking for Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, just head to The Star, the Cowboys' new headquarters in the Dallas suburb of Frisco. CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil has the story.