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Lawmakers face rising anger from constituents
With Congress on break, many lawmakers are seeing increased anger from their constituents, as townhalls have become contentious affairs. Mark Strassmann reports.
Tension over conservation efforts in California
The Channel Islands of California are teeming with life and rich biodiversity, but a loophole allowing the use of gill nets to trap ocean wildlife is rankling conservationists. Itay Hod reports.
Pastor on state of religion in America
Jericka Duncan reports on a new Pew Research study about how Americans view religion and spirituality and speaks with a New York City pastor about the young people he's seeing in his congregation.
Supreme Court, Trump at odds over deportations
The Supreme Court temporarily halted the deporation of a group of Venezuelans under the Alien Enemies Act. Willie James Inman has the latest.
At least 2 killed in Oklahoma flooding
At least two people were killed as flooding hit Oklahoma amid a string a severe weather impacting the U.S. over Easter weekend. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Pope Francis makes surprise Easter appearance
Pope Francis made a surprise Easter appearance at St. Peter's Basilica just three weeks after being discharged from a hospital stay that nearly killed him. Chris Livesay has more.
Pastor Tim Weisman on rise of spirituality
Jericka Duncan speaks with Pastor Tim Weisman from the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity about a new Pew Research Center report showing more Americans are identifying as spiritual.
250th Revolutionary War anniversary sparks debate
Re-enactors marked 250 years since the first shots of the Revolutionary War in Massachusetts. However, making it happen today, reignited a debate between two communities, forever connected. Charlie D'Agata has more.
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WWI soldier's grave gets Star of David headstone over a century after his death
For generations, Army Pvt. David Moser's grave was marked by an erroneous headstone with a Latin cross, not a Star of David.
Student has visa revoked just days after getting new job, work permit
After graduating in Boston, an international student was hired as a quantitative analyst and even received his work permit days ago. Then, an email changed everything.
Rubio says U.S. may soon "move on" from Ukraine-Russia peace efforts
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
People with higher incomes turning to food banks amid inflation
The head of a Connecticut food bank says hard times have led to former donors turning to their services for help.
Despite recent mass shootings, Florida considers repealing gun age law
Florida legislature has been considering the removal of a gun control law passed after the 2018 massacre in Parkland in which 17 people were killed in a mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
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4/20: CBS Weekend News
At least 2 killed in Oklahoma flooding; Tension over conservation efforts at California islands
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Supreme Court blocks Trump from deporting alleged gang members, migrants from Texas facility; Commemorating 250 years since the start of the Revolutionary War reignites old debate
4/17: CBS Evening News
Everything we know about the Florida State University shooting; Reviving a monarch butterfly after a cold night on the forest floor
4/16: CBS Evening News
Renewed debate over what's behind the rise in autism rates; Singer training program taps HBCUs to make opera more inclusive
4/15: CBS Evening News
Columbia student detained by DHS worried citizenship appointment was a trap; Inside Franklin Roosevelt’s personal rail car
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Why Trump may be frustrated over Ukraine-Russia talks; Reporter's Notebook: Finding awe in a world shaped by algorithms
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Breaking down legal trouble for Trump administration over deportation tactics; Reporter's Notebook: Trump tariffs and the Fed's dilemma
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Judge gives stern warning to Trump administration over mistakenly deported Maryland man; Reporter's Notebook: Human rights abuses in El Salvador and the case of Kilmar Abrego García
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Eye on America: Fashion's “deadstock” embrace
In New York, we see how the fashion industry is making efforts to reduce and reuse discarded fabrics. And in Alaska, we learn how the state’s snow crab population has bounced back following a two-year pause on fishing. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Some with high incomes are facing food insecurity
Inflation has more people turning to food banks for help, including people with six-figure incomes struggling to feed their families. Mark Strassmann has the story.
Inside facility testing homes to survive fire
For years, automakers and federal regulators have been working to make cars safer. But what about our homes? Jonathan Vigliotti has the story.
Raw sewage in U.S. streams and rivers
CBS News compared census data with outfall locations and found lower income, minority communities are twice as likely to have sewage dumping into a river or creek. David Schecter reports for "Eye on America."
Analysis: 1 in 5 organ donations being tossed
More than 100,000 Americans need an organ transplant to stay alive, and each day, 17 die waiting. But a CBS News analysis finds one out of five donated organs is being tossed out. Tom Hanson has the story behind that troubling statistic in tonight's "Eye on America."
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Hundreds of car collectors come together to support bullied Alabama boy
When a mother who was desperate to show her son that people care and life can be joyful put out a small request on social media, hundreds of muscle car drivers heeded the call.
When a beloved doctor couldn't afford treatment, his patients came to his aid
When Dr. Michael Zollicoffer was diagnosed with two types of cancer, his patients started a crowdfunding campaign that raised more than $100,000.
How an Idaho boy's ninth birthday wish struck an entirely different tone
When Grant Mullen's parents asked him what he wanted for his ninth birthday, they were pleasantly surprised by the answer.
His dream of playing basketball in the U.S. helped him find a second family
Ama Sow moved to Pennsylvania to fulfill his basketball dreams. But when his school closed unexpectedly, he was left penniless and homeless. That's when a local family opened their home to him.
Married nearly 7 decades, these lovebirds still say "I do" every night
On this Valentine's Day, here is a story of 94-year-old Don Barnett and his 93-year-old wife Marilyn, who have kept their love alive for 68 years with a musical elixir.
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Reporter's Notebook: A reminder to look up
It's bleak to imagine a future that's cynical, automated and deeply alone. So what's the cure? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: The power of defiance
On Monday, runners will compete in the world's oldest continually run marathon — the Boston Marathon. On this day in 1972, women were officially allowed to compete for the first time. But it wasn't the first time a woman ran the race. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: The Fed's dilemma
The U.S. economy appeared headed toward a "soft landing" after a series of rate increases, but tariff chaos is causing sudden, unpredictable shifts in conditions. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Human rights abuses
The State Department's most recent human rights report for El Salvador from 2023 outlines several significant abuses. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson looks at how, in the case of Kilmar Abrego García, the very practices the U.S. condemned in El Salvador were used by the United States.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump and Ukraine
President Trump on Monday again repeated the false claim that Ukraine started its war with Russia. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson takes a look at Mr. Trump's propaganda gift for Vladimir Putin.
Reporter's Notebook: Why economic vibes matter
The economy's vibes are off, according to American consumers. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump's tariff rhetoric
President Trump said tariffs are like medicine. Then he changed the diagnosis. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson takes a close look at the president's evolving rhetoric.
Reporter's Notebook: Serving a higher purpose
Live a life of meaning -- that's the advice graduates will hear in the coming weeks. But what does that mean? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson has more.
Reporter's Notebook: What Hank Aaron can teach us
Beyond baseball, Hank Aaron's life offers a powerful lesson in staying focused despite constant pressure. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson reflects.
Reporter's Notebook: Wall Street vs. Main Street
Tariff talk sparks confusion on Wall Street, but Main Street businesses are already struggling. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: MLK Jr.'s last speech
Martin Luther King Jr.'s last speech eerily foreshadowed his death, but a passage about stepping up to help others is often missed. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump's tax cuts
The Senate is considering extending President Trump's tax cuts from 2017, at a cost of $4.5 trillion over the next decade. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson examines the budget question.
Reporter's Notebook: The cost of defying Trump
A Social Security contract in Maine was abruptly canceled -- not to root out waste, fraud or abuse, but to punish a governor who defied President Trump. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the ramifications.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump's "Liberation Day"
The White House calls new tariffs a path to economic liberation, but shifting justifications raise questions about their true impact. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: When history meets politics
Last week, President Trump signed an executive order calling for "sanity and truth" in American history, directing the Smithsonian and national landmarks to present it in a favorable light. Can history be simultaneously sane, true, and positive? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson gives his take.
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Delta plane catches fire at Orlando airport, passengers evacuate on slides
Delta Air Lines Flight 1213 was pushing back from the gate in Orlando when an engine caught fire, the FAA said.
Dow drops 1,000 points as Trump renews criticism of Fed chief Powell
The stock market tumbled Monday as Wall Street grapples with ongoing tariff uncertainty and President Trump's attacks on Jerome Powell.
Boeing jet intended for Chinese airline returns the U.S. amid trade war
A Boeing jet set to be delivered to Xiamen Airlines in China was returned to the U.S. amid a growing trade war between the two nations.
How a letter and a wheelchair reshaped the Boston Marathon
Bob Hall's 1975 finish opened the door for generations of athletes. Today, Delmace Mayo becomes the next to follow his path at just 19 years old.
Vance reacts to Pope Francis' death one day after meeting him
Vice President JD Vance said he was "happy to see him yesterday," though he noted that Pope Francis "was obviously very ill."
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Dow drops 1,000 points as Trump renews criticism of Fed chief Powell
The stock market tumbled Monday as Wall Street grapples with ongoing tariff uncertainty and President Trump's attacks on Jerome Powell.
Boeing jet intended for Chinese airline returns the U.S. amid trade war
A Boeing jet set to be delivered to Xiamen Airlines in China was returned to the U.S. amid a growing trade war between the two nations.
Is Easter Monday a federal holiday? Here's what is open today.
Here's what to know about whether banks and other institutions are open on Easter Monday in the U.S.
Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
What's open and closed on Easter 2025?
Check out the list of the supermarkets, retailers, and fast food chains that are open on Easter and which are closed.
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Kristi Noem's purse stolen with multiple forms of ID, thousands in cash
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's driver's license, passport, DHS access badge, checks and thousands in cash were among the items stolen.
Vance reacts to Pope Francis' death one day after meeting him
Vice President JD Vance said he was "happy to see him yesterday," though he noted that Pope Francis "was obviously very ill."
Trump honors Pope Francis: "May God bless him and all who loved him"
President Trump released a statement after the Vatican announced Pope Francis' death on Monday.
Biden calls Pope Francis "one of the most consequential leaders of our time"
Former President Joe Biden, who is Catholic, said Pope Francis was "unlike any who came before him," adding that "I am better for having known him."
Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
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Her sore throat turned into a month-long ICU stay. Doctors were stumped.
Vanessa Abraham thought her symptoms were a bad flu — until she collapsed to the floor struggling to breathe.
Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
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Church abuse survivors say new pope must "do what Francis refused"
The Survivors Network for those Abused by Priests marked the death of Pope Francis by calling his papacy a "preventable catastrophe" for people "abused during his tenure."
Boeing jet intended for Chinese airline returns the U.S. amid trade war
A Boeing jet set to be delivered to Xiamen Airlines in China was returned to the U.S. amid a growing trade war between the two nations.
Watch Pope Francis' final public appearance on Easter Sunday
Pope Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, one day before his death Monday morning.
Canonization of first millennial saint postponed after pope's death
Carlos Acutis is set to become the first millennial saint. His canonization was moved to next Sunday in St. Peter's Square after the death of Pope Francis.
What will happen at the funeral of Pope Francis?
Pope Francis had expressed the desire to be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a fifth-century church in Rome.
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Jasmine Amy Rogers on playing Betty Boop
Jasmine Amy Rogers has been called "Broadway's newest star" for her standout performance as Betty Boop in "BOOP! The Musical." The actress talks to "CBS Mornings" about navigating the colorful role and how it has impacted her.
George Clooney on making his Broadway debut
George Clooney made his Broadway debut in "Good Night, and Good Luck," playing CBS News legend Edward R. Murrow. Clooney talks to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about preparing for the role in our "Road to the Tonys" series.
Extended interview: David Hyde Pierce
In this web exclusive, "Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce, now appearing on Broadway in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about playing physical comedy; tweaking Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance" for today's audience; his early television roles that led to the part of Dr. Niles Crane on "Frasier"; and his relationship with his husband, Brian.
David Hyde Pierce, the very model of a modern Major-General, in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical"
The "Frasier" star is back on the Broadway stage in a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans.
David Hyde Pierce in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical"
"Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce is back on the Broadway stage in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans. The former aspiring concert pianist talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about the thread that Gilbert & Sullivan has run throughout his life. He also talks about his comedy influences, and what it means to him to make people laugh.
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Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
Biotech company Colossal Bioscience has made headlines for saying it brought the dire wolf species back from extinction. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser spoke with the company's chief science officer, Beth Shapiro, who broke down the science and motivations behind the project.
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.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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Tycoon facing death penalty has her jail term cut in money laundering case
Truong My Lan had already lost a challenge against the death penalty in a separate case in which she was found guilty of stealing money from Saigon Commercial Bank.
Was an Oregon teen the mastermind behind her father's murder?
After Aaron Friar and his 15-year-old daughter Ellie vanished from their Medford, Oregon, home, investigators arrived to discover a horrific scene – and soon after, evidence of a murder plot is revealed.
FSU president reacts to the campus' mass shooting
Classes resume Monday at Florida State University, the scene of the nation's latest mass shooting. Two people were killed when a gunman opened fire near the student union on Thursday. Kati Weis spoke with the university's president on the tragedy.
Judge to allow "bushy eyebrows" testimony in Bryan Kohberger trial
Kohberger, 30, is charged with murder in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home in Idaho near campus.
Gunmen disguised as soldiers kill 12 spectators at cockfight
Footage of the shooting, circulated on social media, showed spectators flinging themselves to the ground and taking cover under their seats.
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When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
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"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.
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.
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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Here's how Pope Francis made history
Pope Francis made history during his time as the leader of the Catholic Church. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell breaks down his unprecedented accomplishments.
Pope's final Ukraine, Gaza message
Pope Francis' final public address included his prayer for peace in Ukraine and Gaza where violence has claimed the lives of thousands. Dr. Liana Fix, a fellow for Europe at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News with more on his foreign affairs efforts.
Pope Francis insisted on being in public
Pope Francis insisted on being in public among Catholic Church followers celebrating Easter Sunday at the Vatican. James Grimaldi, the executive editor of The National Catholic Reporter, joins CBS News with more.
What to expect after Pope Francis' death
The Vatican is set to follow an intricate process to elect a new leader after Pope Francis' death. The selection of a new pontiff will reflect how the Catholic Church will steer into the future for its billions of followers. CBS News contributor Candida Moss and Catholic University of America professor Joseph Capizzi break down what's next in the process to select a new pope.
Cardinal Dolan on Pope Francis
Cardinal Dolan led a mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City after receiving the news of Pope Francis' death. Dolan described the pontiff's message during Easter Sunday as he dealt with ongoing health complications. CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports.