A business is giving asylum seekers in New York the opportunity to connect through a universal language: food
A business is giving asylum seekers in New York the opportunity to connect through a universal language: food. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Immigration
DOJ sets up fake school to stop immigration fraud
The University of Northern New Jersey promised students the "highest quality of undergraduate and graduate education."
Advocacy groups blame U.S. for immigration detention deaths
Report cites inadequate medical care at U.S. detention facilities for illegal immigrants; says problem getting worse
Small percentage of unaccompanied migrant children deported
Between the 2012 and 2015, 7,643 immigrants who arrived as children were sent home; more than 171,000 children were arrested at the border
AP: Feds imperiled many migrant kids during surge
Relaxed rules about who got them; "We would never release domestic children to private settings with as little scrutiny," one activist says
The Supreme Court has taken up a review of President Obama's executive actions that shielded millions of illegal immigrants from deportation
The Supreme Court has taken up a review of President Obama's executive actions that shielded millions of illegal immigrants from deportation. CBS News legal correspondent Jan Crawford has the latest details for CBSN.
Immigration raids shouldn't be used against refugees, say advocates
Immigration advocates fault Obama for plight of Central American refugees
U.S. preparing to deport hundreds of immigrant families
Federal agents could begin raids as soon as next month against families who crossed southern border illegally since start of 2014, sources say
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is doubling down on his stance against accepting Syrian refugees after the Paris terror attacks
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is doubling down on his stance against accepting Syrian refugees after the Paris terror attacks, but the state has already taken in nearly 200 Syrian refugees this year. Manuel Bojorquez met one of those families who are trying to adjust to a new life in the U.S.
During his trip to Kuala Lumpur, President Obama paid a visit to a school for children that housed refugees. Brushing aside refugee worries in the U.S., the president attempted to put a human face to migrants fleeing from war and discrimination
During his trip to Kuala Lumpur, President Obama paid a visit to a school for children that housed refugees. Brushing aside refugee worries in the U.S., the president attempted to put a human face to migrants fleeing from war and discrimination.
Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy has welcomed a family of Syrian refugees to his state that Indiana's governor refused to allow to settle there
Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy has welcomed a family of Syrian refugees to his state that Indiana's governor refused to allow to settle there. Malloy spoke with CBSN's Contessa Brewer why he extended the personal greeting.
A Pew Research Center report says more immigrants from Mexico are leaving the U.S. than are entering
A Pew Research Center report says more immigrants from Mexico are leaving the U.S. than are entering. USA Today Immigration reporter Alan Gomez discussed the historic shift with CBSN.
One of the suspected terrorists apparently snuck into France through Greece, among the tide of migrants
Opposition to the president’s plan to resettle 10,000 Syrian refugees in the U.S. is growing after the Paris attacks. One of the suspected terrorists apparently snuck into France through Greece, among the tide of migrants. Nancy Cordes reports on the possible threats and the politics.
Alabama to refuse Syrian refugees; White House, GOP spar over refugee policy
Many Republicans want to stop the flow of Syrian refugees altogether, but the White House insists there are "robust vetting procedures"
New House Speaker Paul Ryan told Scott Pelley on "60 Minutes" that he doesn't see how Donald Trump's plan to deport 11 million people would ever pass the House of Representatives
New House Speaker Paul Ryan told Scott Pelley on "60 Minutes" that he doesn't see how Donald Trump's plan to deport 11 million people would ever pass the House of Representatives. He also said that he's been in touch with President Obama, and they've found some common ground.
GOP frontrunner Donald Trump doubled down Wednesday on his vow to deport all 11 million undocumented workers
GOP frontrunner Donald Trump doubled down Wednesday on his vow to deport all 11 million undocumented workers. Meanwhile, the latest CBS News/New York Times shows Hillary Clinton dominating the Democratic race for president. Nancy Cordes reports from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, where all three Democratic candidates will face off at Saturday’s CBS News debate.
The Republican presidential candidates have contrasting views on how to handle illegal immigration, which led to clashes during Tuesday night's debate
The Republican presidential candidates have contrasting views on how to handle illegal immigration, which led to clashes during Tuesday night's debate. Major Garrett has more.
A federal judge has ordered the release of thousands of women and children from immigrant detention centers in Pennsylvania and Texas and she wants it done by this Friday
A federal judge has ordered the release of thousands of women and children from immigrant detention centers in Pennsylvania and Texas and she wants it done by this Friday. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports on one of the families who were held at a detention center.
White House: "Surprising uptick" in U.S. illegal border crossings
August increase in illegal crossings comes a year after a surge of unaccompanied children at the U.S.-Mexico border
Donald Trump, Ben Carson, Jeb Bush and others weigh in on their plans to tamp down on illegal immigration during the second GOP debate of 2015
Donald Trump, Ben Carson, Jeb Bush and others weigh in on their plans to tamp down on illegal immigration during the second GOP debate of 2015
GOP presidential contender Ben Carson expresses his disappointment with the lack of federal border support. He believes undocumented workers should have a six month window of opportunity to apply for guest worker status, not full citizenship
GOP presidential contender Ben Carson expresses his disappointment with the lack of federal border support. He believes undocumented workers should have a six month window of opportunity to apply for guest worker status, not full citizenship
Univision anchor Jorge Ramos was temporarily thrown out of a Donald Trump press conference Tuesday night, before sparring with Trump over immigration
Univision anchor Jorge Ramos was temporarily thrown out of a Donald Trump press conference Tuesday night, before sparring with Trump over immigration. CBS News correspondent Chip Reid reports.
Presidential contender Gov. Chris Christie, R-New Jersey, says Trump's end to birthright citizenship may be appealing to certain voters, but will not address the complicated challenge of immigration
Presidential contender Gov. Chris Christie, R-New Jersey, says Trump's end to birthright citizenship may be appealing to certain voters, but will not address the complicated challenge of immigration.
City spars over undocumented immigrants in political jobs
A California town is in an uproar over two government positions going to individuals who are not U.S. citizens
The former Florida governor spoke to CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett about Donald Trump's immigration plan
The former Florida governor spoke to CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett about Donald Trump's immigration plan.
World
Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Floods and landslides in Indonesia kill at least 20 people
Torrential rain unleashed flooding and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island, killing 20 people and leaving at least two others missing.
Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico
The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.
Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter
An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.
Airport closes runways in search for dog that escaped from plane
The plan is to get close enough to tranquilize the animal with a hypodermic needle, airport officials said.
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New Jersey farmers struggle amid drought conditions
Before temperatures dip to single digits, the cranberry bogs at the Lee Brothers Cranberry Farm will have to be flooded to keep the fragile buds from drying out.
Has tipping reached a tipping point?
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
Arizona executions to resume, attorney general says
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said that she will soon seek an execution warrant for Aaron Brian Gunches, who is on death row for killing his girlfriend's ex-husband.
New Orleans community mobilizes to find runaway dog
A scraggly white Terrier named Scrim has captivated the hearts of many in New Orleans hoping to help him back to a safer, easier life in the Big Easy.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
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Has tipping reached a tipping point?
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
How Trump's economic agenda could affect mortgage rates in 2025
Here's what a noted housing expert thinks will happen to mortgage rates next year as Donald Trump outlines his priorities.
Trump tariffs on Canada imports could bring sharply higher gas prices
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid
Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.
A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
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Ex-Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against multiple Cabinet picks being investigated
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents
The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.
Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
How to safely cook your turkey — and how long to keep leftovers
If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.
Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines
A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.
Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
World
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Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Entertainment
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
The Script on loss, resilience in new album
Irish band The Script continues to inspire with hits like "Hall of Fame," while moving forward after the loss of guitarist Mark Sheehan. Danny O'Donoghue talks to Natalie Morales about the band's journey, and how boxing helps him cope.
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Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
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.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
How AI can help to plan your next vacation
More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.
Science
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
Crime
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested
Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico
The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.
Space
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
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Summer music heats up 2024
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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds
The fighting between Israeli forces and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah forced over a million people to leave their homes. Some began returning to Southern Lebanon on Wednesday. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons
Something is in the air in New York City --it's the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons! CBS News New York reporter Alecia Reid has more on the characters to expect and what's behind the fun display.
How a principal renovated her school in 1 year
When Principal Thalia Brownridge-Smith took over 13th Avenue School in Newark, New Jersey, it wasn't pretty. But she spearheaded a dramatic renovation in just one year. Meg Oliver has more.
Businesses still waiting for Helene aid
Two months after Hurricane Helene, many homeowners and businesses have not received any aid from the federal government as the U.S. Small Business Administration's disaster loan fund ran out of money. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports and North Carolina business owner Jessie Dean shares her story.
Why many Americans think tipping has gone too far
Mark Strassmann examines a controversial question facing many Americans at cash registers these days: Is tipping out of control?