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3/3/2024: Operation Lone Star; 97 Books; Artemis
First, a report on barricades and battles on the Texas border. Then, a look at why Beaufort banned five books from school libraries. And, a report on the challenges NASA faces going back to the moon.
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First, a report on barricades and battles on the Texas border. Then, a look at why Beaufort banned five books from school libraries. And, a report on the challenges NASA faces going back to the moon.
The proposal involves sexual content of books and is part of a broader drive by Republicans in many states to root out what they see as inappropriate material from schools and libraries.
The dictionaries and encyclopedias are being reviewed based on state legislation that says schools may not have books that depict or describe "sexual conduct" or are "inappropriate."
Under the law, librarians or booksellers that "knowingly" loan or sell books deemed "obscene" by the state can be charged with a felony.
A copy of the complaint to a Utah school district shows that a parent noted the Bible contains instances of incest, prostitution and rape.
The American Library Association is raising awareness about what it calls "organized censorship" campaigns against certain types of books. Last year marked a record-breaking year for book challenges at libraries, the organization said.
Other books facing challenges and bans include George M. Johnson's "All Boys Aren't Blue," Mike Curato's "Flamer" and Juno Dawson's "This Book Is Gay," among others.
Between 2020 and 2022, book titles banned in libraries and schools (including books on race, slavery, sex and gender identity) rose more than 1,100%. "Sunday Morning" talks with advocates for removing books from shelves, and those fighting to preserve access.
Between 2020 and 2022, the number of book titles that have been banned in U.S. libraries and schools spiked more than 1,100%, to more than 2,500, while activists in 37 states have challenged school districts for offering non-fiction and fiction books that discuss race and racism, slavery, sex and gender identity. Correspondent Martha Teichner talks with opposing forces on the reading battlefield today, from the founders of the activist group Moms for Liberty, to library officials, a teacher removed from her classroom for giving her students access to banned books, and cartoonist Art Spiegelman, whose Holocaust-themed graphic novel "Maus" has been targeted by book banners.
The U.S. National Hurricane Center predicted that Beryl would regain hurricane strength Sunday before likely making landfall in Texas Monday.
French President Emmanuel Macron took a huge gamble in dissolving parliament and calling for the elections after his centrists were trounced in European elections on June 9.
A Biden campaign spokesperson said in a statement that "it's not at all an uncommon practice for interviewees to share topics they would prefer," calling the questions "relevant to news of the day."
Rep. Angie Craig is calling on President Biden to end his campaign for a second term after his shaky debate performance last week and what she called a "lack of a forceful response."
The militant group – which controlled Gaza before triggering the war with an Oct. 7 attack on Israel – has reportedly given initial approval of the cease-fire deal.
The suspect fled the party, then shot and killed himself after a car chase, the Florence Police Department said.
The National Weather Service said record-breaking temperatures can be expected throughout the weekend.
He worked with director James Cameron on the "Titanic" and the "Avatar" series.
Judy Belushi Pisano, actress and producer who worked in "The Blues Brothers" and "National Lampoon's Animal House" and was also the widow of comedian John Belushi, has died.
The 47-year-old won 16 world championships over his nearly 20 years in the WWE, going toe-to-toe with the likes of Kurt Angle, Triple H and Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson.
Two young girls brutally killed on California's Torrey Pines State Beach six years apart. Thirty years later, DNA on one of the victims leads to two suspects — one of them worked for police.
Amtrak service has been restored between New York and Boston after it was suspended for much of Saturday due to a power outage, the rail service announced.
"48 Hours" has covered the murder of A-list fashion writer Christa Worthington, murdered on Cape Cod, since 2006. The man convicted of killing her continues to fight for his freedom.
He worked with director James Cameron on the "Titanic" and the "Avatar" series.
The figure marks the largest volume of air travel complaints by consumers since 2020, when airlines were slow to give customers refunds during the pandemic.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
As countries around the world experiment with shorter work weeks, Greece has taken a step in the opposite direction.
ElevenLabs uses AI to capture the voices of deceased performers such as Judy Garland and James Dean.
Bottles of water and firearms are the most frequently stopped items by TSA officials, but now and then agents come across the unexpected.
A Biden campaign spokesperson said in a statement that "it's not at all an uncommon practice for interviewees to share topics they would prefer," calling the questions "relevant to news of the day."
Rep. Angie Craig is calling on President Biden to end his campaign for a second term after his shaky debate performance last week and what she called a "lack of a forceful response."
President Biden sat down with ABC News' George Stephanopoulos in Wisconsin Friday for the first interview since his disastrous presidential debate last week.
Former President Donald Trump and his legal team asked the federal judge overseeing the case involving his handling of sensitive documents to pause proceedings.
Reform UK Party leader Nigel Farage smiled and heckled back at some hecklers as he relished his far-right party's ascent into Parliament.
The anti-sunscreen movement is spreading misinformation online, and some younger adults are questioning sun safety.
An anti-sunscreen movement is heating up online this summer, spreading misinformation that could lead to potentially dangerous behavior. Dermatologists are taking to social media to stop the misinformation.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
The CDC says several states are seeing "consistent increases in COVID-19 activity" this summer.
Kansas declared in 2019 that abortion access is a "fundamental" right under the state's constitution.
French President Emmanuel Macron took a huge gamble in dissolving parliament and calling for the elections after his centrists were trounced in European elections on June 9.
Human development and climate change are putting the world's oldest mummies at risk.
The militant group – which controlled Gaza before triggering the war with an Oct. 7 attack on Israel – has reportedly given initial approval of the cease-fire deal.
Keir Starmer's Labour Party delivered the biggest blow to the Conservatives in their two-century history in a landslide victory on a platform of change.
The mill's huge sails, an emblem of the surrounding Montmartre neighborhood, inexplicably collapsed after an April show at the venue.
Legendary Hollywood producer Jon Landau, who collaborated with director James Cameron on "Titanic" and the "Avatar" franchise, has died at the age of 63.
The career of country music legend Randy Travis was forever transformed when he suffered a stroke in 2013 that left him partially paralyzed, with limited ability to speak. However, the Grammy winner is finding new ways to use his voice, turning his artistry into advocacy on Capitol Hill. Nikole Killion reports.
He worked with director James Cameron on the "Titanic" and the "Avatar" series.
Judy Belushi Pisano, actress and producer who worked in "The Blues Brothers" and "National Lampoon's Animal House" and was also the widow of comedian John Belushi, has died.
The mill's huge sails, an emblem of the surrounding Montmartre neighborhood, inexplicably collapsed after an April show at the venue.
ElevenLabs uses AI to capture the voices of deceased performers such as Judy Garland and James Dean.
Last year, Americans downloaded dating apps more than 36 million times, which is down 16% from 2020. Dating coach Damona Hoffman says an increasing number of her clients are feeling what she calls "dating app burnout," which is stress and fatigue caused by endless swiping.
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.
More than half of U.S. car dealerships are still struggling with a cyberattack that crippled a key software system, hampering their ability to sell cars. J.D. Power estimates the attack may have caused June retail sales to drop more than 5% compared to last year.
American car dealers could lose nearly $1 billion due to an ongoing cyberattack on software provider CDK Global. Charles Carmakal, chief technology officer of Mandiant Consulting, the security consulting organization of Google Cloud, joins CBS News to discuss how the hack is crippling operations, and what can be done to prevent similar incidents from happening again.
Recent studies show that kids are increasingly becoming concerned about the effects of climate change. Elizabeth Bagley, the managing director at Project Drawdown, joins CBS News with tips on how to talk to children about the future of the planet.
Scientists have revealed fossils of a giant salamander-like beast with sharp fangs that ruled waters before the first dinosaurs arrived.
A global shift in the way the world produces energy has started. According to the International Energy Agency, the world will spend twice as much on clean energy in 2024, including solar, wind and nuclear, as it will on fossil fuels. John Dickerson explains.
The U.S. Army is searching for ways to keep soldiers cool as they face dangerously high temperatures in the field. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter caught up with the solutions being tested.
The United States is now the world's leading exporter of liquified natural gas, or LNG, after the country tripled its output in the past six years, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Some environmentalists say this is defeating the Biden administration's goals of weaning us off fossil fuels to avert climate change-driven catastrophe in the future.
Two young girls brutally killed on California's Torrey Pines State Beach six years apart. Thirty years later, DNA on one of the victims leads to two suspects — one of them worked for police.
Four people were killed and another three wounded in a shooting early Saturday morning during a pool party at a home in the northern Kentucky city of Florence. The suspect later died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police chase, authorities said.
"48 Hours" has covered the murder of A-list fashion writer Christa Worthington, murdered on Cape Cod, since 2006. The man convicted of killing her continues to fight for his freedom.
The suspect fled the party, then shot and killed himself after a car chase, the Florence Police Department said.
The man accused of killing three people when he allegedly drove drunk into a crowd on the Lower East Side on July 4th was arraigned on a host of charges Saturday.
Boeing Starliner commander Barry "Butch" Wilmore and co-pilot Sunita Williams will remain aboard the International Space Station as NASA awaits more technical results before the capsule returns to Earth. CBS News space Analyst Bill Harwood reports.
The problem for NASA and Boeing is that the Starliner's service module is discarded before re-entry and burns up in the atmosphere.
The latest GOES satellite will play a critical role in tracking hurricanes and other dangerous storms across North America.
China's Chang'e 6 is the first craft ever to collect soil and rock samples from the side of the moon that faces away from Earth into space.
NASA has again postponed the troubled Boeing Starliner's trip home from the International Space Station as crews assess a series of helium leaks. Those leaks had also delayed the first crewed launch of the ship multiple times. Mark Strassmann reports.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Two teens killed on the same California beach six years apart. DNA on one of the victims leads to two suspects -- one of them worked for the police. "48 Hours" correspondent Richard Schlesinger investigates.
"48 Hours" has covered the case of A-list fashion writer Christa Worthington, murdered on Cape Cod, since 2006. The man convicted of killing her continues to fight for his freedom. Correspondent Susan Spencer reports.
The U.S. added 206,000 new jobs in June, marking a slight cooling in the labor market, but still a sign that hiring remains strong. Michael George has more on what this could mean for interest rates moving forward.
Legendary Hollywood producer Jon Landau, who collaborated with director James Cameron on "Titanic" and the "Avatar" franchise, has died at the age of 63.
A senior U.S. official said Saturday that the response from the militant group Hamas to an existing cease-fire proposal in the war with Israel "may provide the basis for closing the deal." The details of the cease-fire plan were initially outlined by President Biden in May and include the release of female, elderly and wounded hostages in stage one, and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza in stage two. Holly Williams has details.