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The Biden administration has agreed to a prisoner swap with Russia to secure the release of U.S. citizens Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva.
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The Biden administration has agreed to a prisoner swap with Russia to secure the release of U.S. citizens Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva.
The Democratic Party began the formal vote to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris for president on Thursday.
Israel's military says it killed Hamas military commander Mohammed Deif in Gaza weeks before the assassinations of 2 other leaders of Hamas and Hezbollah.
The legislation would bolster the Child Tax Credit, aiming to provide relief to lower-income families.
Airlines would be required to put kids 13 and under next to an accompanying adult for free under a new proposed rule.
U.S. Border Patrol agents made fewer than 60,000 migrant apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border in July, the lowest number since September 2020.
"I didn't know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black and now she wants to be known as Black," the former president said.
British police have charged a 17-year-old with murder over a stabbing attack that left three little girls dead and several more in critical condition.
Police in India tell CBS News an American woman was found chained to a tree in a jungle, and she told them her husband left her to "die there."
Team USA won the men's four rowing competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics, a historic win in a category not won since 1960.
The Pentagon did not release details of the plea deal.
Cal Fire said that "wildfires have scorched a staggering 751,327 acres across our state" as hundreds of structures have been destroyed.
Police said that Shawn Gossett, 25, started the fire "with the intent to burn the house down."
They've asked that a doctor who's been on the ground in Gaza be given a speaking slot at the Democratic convention in Chicago later this month.
Their bodies were dangling from their climbing ropes when they were found at an altitude of around 2,000 meters the rescue group said.
Patterns like those of birds and bees are influencing Dutch scientists' research on "self-flying" swarms of tiny drones.
Debra Mae Carter, who helped a Christian radio show host bilk senior citizens out of millions of dollars, was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday.
Officials released video showing the detained suspect, who is accused of leading the largest "narco sailboat" organization in the world.
Securing the Paris Olympics has involved a veritable army of police and military forces. They've had their hands full but, so far, mostly thwarting minor threats.
After winning gold, Simone Biles appeared to mock MyKayla Skinner, a former teammate who criticized Team USA's work ethic.
Katie Ledecky won her first gold medal at the Paris Olympics, claiming a record-tying 12th Olympic medal in women's swimming.
Kari Lake has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Arizona, setting up a fierce battle against Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego for a seat that could be crucial to deciding Senate control.
Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate will campaign together in battleground states next week, sources familiar with the plans previously told CBS News.
Iran is trying to hinder the Trump campaign and Russia is doing the opposite, U.S. officials indicated in a briefing 99 days before Election Day.
A planned markup of funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes the Secret Service, has been removed from the schedule of the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Former President Donald Trump will speak with the FBI about the attempted assassination against him at his Pennsylvania rally.
The panel includes seven Republicans and six Democrats chosen by House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
Iran's supreme leader has vowed to "seek revenge" against Israel for the killing of Hamas' top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh.
Al Jazeera says a reporter and photographer were killed by an Israeli strike. The Committee to Protect Journalists says they may have been targeted.
The Israeli military says killed Fuad Shukr, a Hezbollah commander accused of being behind a deadly rocket strike in the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights.
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Airlines would be required to put kids 13 and under next to an accompanying adult for free under a new proposed rule.
United and Delta are pausing flights to and from Tel Aviv as concerns grow about a possible widening Middle East conflict.
The Federal Reserve is leaving its benchmark interest rate unchanged as investors look for signals that a cut is imminent.
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The Biden administration has agreed to a prisoner swap with Russia to secure the release of U.S. citizens Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva. Nate Burleson anchored CBS News' special report.
American swimmer Katie Ledecky won her signature event, the 1,500-meter freestyle, by 10 seconds, earning her eighth gold medal and setting a new Olympic record for the event. Meanwhile, the U.S. women's national soccer team advanced past the group stage after beating Australia.
Fears of a wider war grow as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken calls for restraint by all parties in the Middle East after the assassination of Hamas' top political leader. Iran blames Israel, who has not taken responsibility for the strike.
The Department of Defense says the man accused of plotting the Sept. 11 attacks, Khalid Shaikh Mohammad, along with two alleged accomplices, have reached a plea deal that allows them to avoid the death penalty.
Former President Donald Trump is facing backlash after remarks he made Wednesday during a Q&A at the National Association of Black Journalists conference in Chicago. Trump was asked if he agrees with some Republican lawmakers who have called Vice President Kamala Harris a DEI hire. He said, "I didn't know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black. And now she wants to be known as Black. So I don't know, is she Indian, or is she Black?"
Simone Biles and Suni Lee are competing in the women's gymnastics all-around final Thursday. Former Team USA gymnast Shawn Johnson East, who won four medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, discusses the competition as it's the first time two former Olympic all-around champions will face off at the Games.
A new proposed rule would ban airlines from charging families fees to sit together on a flight and would also mandate refunds or free rebooking if family seating is not available. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, a potential vice president contender for the Harris campaign, discusses the crackdown on airline junk fees.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder discusses the importance of getting screened for lung cancer. The disease claims the lives of about 370 Americans every day and is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. However, a new survey shows 62% of people are not familiar with life-saving screenings.
Christopher Dunn, who spent more than 30 years in jail after being wrongly convicted of murder, is talking about his journey and release from prison. Dunn was convicted of a 1990 murder of a teen. The only evidence against him was the testimony of two children, 12 and 14, who claimed they saw Dunn shoot Rogers, but later recanted their statements saying they were coerced by police.
Simone Biles and Suni Lee are competing in the women's gymnastics all-around final Thursday. Former Team USA gymnast Shawn Johnson East, who won four medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, discusses the competition as it's the first time two former Olympic all-around champions will face off at the Games.
Christopher Dunn, who spent more than 30 years in jail after being wrongly convicted of murder, is talking about his journey and release from prison. Dunn was convicted of a 1990 murder of a teen. The only evidence against him was the testimony of two children, 12 and 14, who claimed they saw Dunn shoot Rogers, but later recanted their statements saying they were coerced by police.
The Sangamon County Sheriff's Department has released several 911 calls related to the death of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman who called the emergency hotline reporting a possible prowler and was shot and killed by a deputy sent to protect her. In one call, Massey's mother can be heard begging the dispatcher: "Please don't send combative policemen that are prejudiced." Anna Schecter, senior coordinating producer for CBS News' crime and public safety unit, has the details.
Adriana Ruano won gold in the women's trap with an Olympic-record score of 45 out of 50.
Team USA swimmers have already secured 15 medals at the Paris Olympics. This impressive haul includes two gold medals. Kate Douglass, who won silver in the team relay, begins her individual quest for gold today. Dana Jacobson spoke with Douglass before the Games about her preparation.
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Police said that Shawn Gossett, 25, started the fire "with the intent to burn the house down."
The legislation would bolster the Child Tax Credit, aiming to provide relief to lower-income families.
The Biden administration has agreed to a prisoner swap with Russia to secure the release of U.S. citizens Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva.
Cal Fire said that "wildfires have scorched a staggering" amount of acres as hundreds of structures have been destroyed.
Airlines would be required to put kids 13 and under next to an accompanying adult for free under a new proposed rule.
The legislation would bolster the Child Tax Credit, aiming to provide relief to lower-income families.
Airlines would be required to put kids 13 and under next to an accompanying adult for free under a new proposed rule.
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United and Delta are pausing flights to and from Tel Aviv as concerns grow about a possible widening Middle East conflict.
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The legislation would bolster the Child Tax Credit, aiming to provide relief to lower-income families.
The Biden administration has agreed to a prisoner swap with Russia to secure the release of U.S. citizens Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva.
Airlines would be required to put kids 13 and under next to an accompanying adult for free under a new proposed rule.
U.S. Border Patrol agents made 56,000 migrant apprehensions along the U.S.-Mexico border in July, the lowest number since September 2020.
Delegates affiliated with the "uncommitted" movement have requested that a doctor who has been on the ground in Gaza be given a speaking slot at Chicago's Democratic convention in August.
Chemotherapy deserts are expanding across the United States as hospitals winnow services to save money, creating financial and logistical hurdles for rural patience seeking cancer treatment.
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Portion control is key, say researchers in examining levels of lead, cadmium and arsenic in cocoa-laden products.
An additional 3,500 tons of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products sold under the Boar's Head and Old Country brands have been added to the initial recall.
Team USA won the men's four rowing competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics, a historic win in a category not won since 1960.
The Biden administration has agreed to a prisoner swap with Russia to secure the release of U.S. citizens Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva.
Police in India tell CBS News an American woman was found chained to a tree in a jungle, and she told them her husband left her to "die there."
Israel's military says it killed Hamas military commander Mohammed Deif in Gaza weeks before the assassinations of 2 other leaders of Hamas and Hezbollah.
Their bodies were dangling from their climbing ropes when they were found at an altitude of around 2,000 meters the rescue group said.
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Patterns like those of birds and bees are influencing Dutch scientists' research on "self-flying" swarms of tiny drones.
As of Wednesday evening, California's Park Fire has grown to more than 389,000 acres and is only 18% contained. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has been following the developments.
As of Monday evening, California's Park Fire had burned through 370,000 acres -- roughly half the size of Rhode Island. It's the biggest fire in the Golden State since 2020. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
In Canada, a fast-moving fire has ravaged the resort town of Jasper, Alberta. In Northern California, fires have burned 164,000 acres of land. CBS News Sacramento reporter Kayla Moeller joins from Chico, California, with more on the wildfires.
Scientists say a common painkiller used on cattle wiped out India's vultures, resulting in half a million human deaths in just 5 years.
The Department of Defense says the man accused of plotting the Sept. 11 attacks, Khalid Shaikh Mohammad, along with two alleged accomplices, have reached a plea deal that allows them to avoid the death penalty.
Jody Hall allegedly paid pregnant female inmates in the Tarrant County Jail to put their unborn babies up for adoption.
The Sangamon County Sheriff's Department has released several 911 calls related to the death of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman who called the emergency hotline reporting a possible prowler and was shot and killed by a deputy sent to protect her. In one call, Massey's mother can be heard begging the dispatcher: "Please don't send combative policemen that are prejudiced." Anna Schecter, senior coordinating producer for CBS News' crime and public safety unit, has the details.
Debra Mae Carter, who helped a Christian radio show host bilk senior citizens out of millions of dollars, was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday.
Officials released video showing the detained suspect, who is accused of leading the largest "narco sailboat" organization in the world.
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket lifted off from Florida's Cape Canaveral on Tuesday, carrying a secret payload for the U.S. Space Force into orbit for a national security mission. The launch also marked the 100th national security mission carried out by ULA. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins with more.
Tuesday's flight was the Atlas 5's final national security mission as builder United Launch Alliance transitions to new Vulcan rockets.
SpaceX put 67 Starlinks into orbit while Boeing carried out successful tests of its Starliner capsule.
Engineers say they're still troubleshooting issues discovered aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that took NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams into space. They were originally supposed to spend eight days aboard the International Space Station. They've now been up there for almost eight weeks.
NASA and Boeing managers are increasingly confident the Starliner capsule is good to go for re-entry and landing.
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Former President Donald Trump is facing backlash after remarks he made Wednesday during a Q&A at the National Association of Black Journalists conference in Chicago. Trump was asked if he agrees with some Republican lawmakers who have called Vice President Kamala Harris a DEI hire. He said, "I didn't know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black. And now she wants to be known as Black. So I don't know, is she Indian, or is she Black?"
Simone Biles and Suni Lee are competing in the women's gymnastics all-around final Thursday. Former Team USA gymnast Shawn Johnson East, who won four medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, discusses the competition as it's the first time two former Olympic all-around champions will face off at the Games.
A major prisoner swap is underway between the U.S. and Russia that includes Americans Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva. Michael George anchored CBS News' special coverage of the release.
A new proposed rule would ban airlines from charging families fees to sit together on a flight and would also mandate refunds or free rebooking if family seating is not available. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, a potential vice president contender for the Harris campaign, discusses the crackdown on airline junk fees.
The Biden administration has agreed to a prisoner swap with Russia to secure the release of U.S. citizens Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva. Nate Burleson anchored CBS News' special report.