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Johnson to visit Columbia amid Gaza protests

Columbia University is giving pro-Palestinian protesters on campus an extension to clear out the premises while House Speaker Mike Johnson is set to visit the campus Wednesday to meet with Jewish students. This comes as schools across the nation join the effort to protest Israel's action against civilians in Gaza. CBS News' Nancy Chen reports from New York City, and CBS News Bay Area's Shawn Chitnis reports from the University of California, Berkeley.

Apr 24
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For many decades, Cal's Clark Kerr Campus, seen in Berkeley, Calif., on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, was the California School for Deaf and Blind

Skeleton found near UC Berkeley identified; death ruled a homicide

A human skeleton found near the UC Berkeley campus earlier this year was identified as the remains of a man who was killed several years ago, police said.

Jul 20, 2023

Teen arrested after recruiting others for Berkeley High mass shooting and bombing plot

Police in Berkeley on Wednesday confirmed the arrest of a 16-year-old boy who actively recruited other high school students to participate in a mass shooting and bombing at Berkeley High.

Jun 2, 2022

Woman punched during protest speaks

A woman who was caught on video being clocked in the face during Saturday's violent "Patriot's Day" melee in Berkeley described the ordeal. "Things got very intense, very quickly," Louise Rosealma said.

Apr 18, 2017
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Video of woman getting punched at protest sparks outrage

In the wake of Saturday's protest violence in Berkeley, videos and photos of the brawls that broke out have been circulating online. One clip in particular is sparking outrage at a known white supremacist.

Apr 17, 2017
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Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by 0.25 percentage points

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday moved to lower its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points. Here's what to know.

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House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report

The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.

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House GOP Leadership Election in Washington

What's in the continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown?

The 1,500 page measure would do much more than prevent a government shutdown.

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Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to TikTok ban

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.

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What we know about the Madison, Wisconsin, school shooting

A student opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin on Monday, authorities said in a shooting that left two people and the suspected shooter dead and others injured.

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CDC confirms first severe bird flu case in the U.S.

A person in Louisiana has the first severe illness caused by bird flu in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Wednesday.

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Police issue warning after monkeys spotted roaming Florida city

Police have warned residents to avoid monkeys seen recently in Orange City, Florida.

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer appears for a news conference following the weekly Senate Democratic policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol on November 19, 2024 in Washington, DC.

Senate passes $895 billion defense bill with gender-affirming care restriction

The Senate approved the mammoth National Defense Authorization Act despite concern from some Democrats over a controversial gender-affirming care policy.

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Charlotte Hornets apologize after a gift-giving skit went awry

The Charlotte Hornets' mascot appeared to award a fan a video game console, but the device was taken away when the cameras stopped.

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U.S. begins to retaliate against China over hack of telecom networks

The Commerce Department's action is a direct response to China's infiltration of telecom networks earlier this year.

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NASA leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.

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Migrants with temporary legal status ask Biden for help before Trump takes office

Migrants in the U.S. under what's known as Temporary Protection Status are worried that Trump will revoke the program upon taking office.

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As climate change threatens Christmas trees, growers try to evolve

The effects of climate change have put stress on Christmas tree production in the United States. Some farmers are turning to genetics to adapt.

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Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by 0.25 percentage points

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday moved to lower its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points. Here's what to know.

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Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by 0.25 percentage points

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday moved to lower its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points. Here's what to know.

updated 23M ago

FAA: Lithium battery fires on flights now occur nearly twice a week

FAA data shows that lithium battery fires on U.S. flights have risen 388% since 2015, now occurring nearly twice a week.

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Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy

Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.

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Coal use hitting record in 2024, which is likely hottest year yet, report says

World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.

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Social Security Fairness Act could restore benefits, but policies still cause hardship

"In essence, this money has been stolen from all of us for all these years," said an 84-year-old woman whose late husband's Social Security benefits were slashed. "It's not fair."

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U.S. begins to retaliate against China over hack of telecom networks

The Commerce Department's action is a direct response to China's infiltration of telecom networks earlier this year.

5M ago

Migrants with temporary legal status ask Biden for help before Trump takes office

Migrants in the U.S. under what's known as Temporary Protection Status are worried that Trump will revoke the program upon taking office.

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Senate passes $895 billion defense bill with gender-affirming care restriction

The Senate approved the mammoth National Defense Authorization Act despite concern from some Democrats over a controversial gender-affirming care policy.

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The U.S. Supreme Court on Dec. 3, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

Supreme Court takes up South Carolina's effort to defund Planned Parenthood

The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to consider whether South Carolina health department's can cut off funding from Planned Parenthood because it performs abortions.

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Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to TikTok ban

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.

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What are seed oils and do they pose health risks? Here's what to know

Seed oils are making headlines, prompting fears around whether they can have negative effects on your health. Here's what to know.

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CDC confirms first severe bird flu case in the U.S.

A person in Louisiana has the first severe illness caused by bird flu in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Wednesday.

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Congo says mysterious disease killing dozens of kids finally identified

"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.

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2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart

The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.

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Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say

Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.

Dec 17

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Prominent pro-Putin ballet star Sergei Polunin says he's leaving Russia

Ukrainian-born ballet phenom Sergei Polunin was rewarded for backing Putin's attacks on his native country, but he appears to have fallen from Moscow's graces.

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China continuing nuclear buildup, strengthening ties to Russia, Pentagon says

A new Pentagon report says China is continuing to expand its nuclear force and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year.

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Ancient inscription may rewrite Christianity's history, researchers say

The "Frankfurt Silver Inscription" shows the earliest evidence of Christianity north of the Alps.

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Andrew And Tristan Tate Appear At Bucharest Court Of Appeal

U.K. court clears seizure of millions in unpaid taxes from Andrew Tate

A British court has cleared police to seize $3.3 million from misogynist social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother to cover unpaid taxes.

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Police officers guard the scene where mayoral candidate Armando Perez Luna was killed, in Maravatio

Explosion kills 2 soldiers in suspected booby trap by drug cartel

Before the blast, the soldiers had discovered the dismembered bodies of three people, officials said.

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The Grateful Dead, Kennedy Center honorees, reflect on the band's legacy

Surviving members of the Grateful Dead, Bobby Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart, revisit the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.

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Ben Schwartz, James Marsden on new "Sonic"

Ben Schwartz and James Marsden join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their roles in the highly anticipated sequel "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," distributed by Paramount Pictures.

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Kennedy Center honors Grateful Dead

Dave Matthews, Leon Bridges and Derek Trucks led a star-studded tribute to the Grateful Dead at this year's Kennedy Center Honors. Anthony Mason spoke with the band's three surviving core members about their journey to becoming one of the most influential bands in American history.

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Megan Thee Stallion asks for restraining order against Tory Lanez

Tory Lanaz, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, is harassing her from prison through surrogates, the petition alleges.

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How Nikki Glaser is preparing for Golden Globes hosting gig

Comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her honest style, is gearing up to host the 82nd Annual Golden Globes.

Dec 17

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What's next for AI in 2025?

After a landmark year for AI advancements like chatbots and image generation, questions loom about the future. Generative AI expert Sam Gregory shares what's ahead.

4H ago
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Lithium battery fires on U.S. flights rise

FAA data shows lithium battery fires are up 388% on U.S. flights since 2015, happening nearly twice per week on average. The lithium batteries inside your tablet, laptop and phones can be flammable when they're damaged or they overheat. Passengers should never put a lithium battery in a checked bag, but it's also advised to keep an eye on your devices during your flight.

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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.

Mar 28
03:27

Free ChatGPT search engine tool from OpenAI

OpenAI is rolling out its ChatGPT search engine for free to everyone with an OpenAI account after first making the service available for paying subscribers back in October. Will Knight, senior writer with Wired, joined CBS News to discuss the tool.

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2024 space exploration and advancements

2024 has been a big year for space exploration, with the shift towards privately financed missions fueling major innovations. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood discusses the latest on the Boeing Starliner astronauts who have been stuck at the International Space Station for months, the Odysseus moon lander, Space X and NASA.

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Coal use hitting record in 2024, which is likely hottest year yet, report says

World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.

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How climate change impacted 2024

From record-breaking temperatures to devastating disasters, 2024 brought the world closer to the reality of what climate change looks and feels like. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.

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Bronze-Age Britons were cannibalized after massacre, research shows

Researchers determined that dozens of men, women and children were violently killed and cannibalized in Bronze Age-era England.

Dec 17

ClimateWatch: Looking back on 2024’s extreme weather

In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks back at the devastating hurricanes, landslides, flooding and more that impacted the U.S. this year.

Dec 14
20:13

Sustainable gift-giving: How to reduce waste

According to the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. creates nearly 6 billion tons more waste in December than in other months. The nonprofit says about 25% of returned products end up in landfills. Sandra Goldmark, a circular economy expert and associate dean at the Columbia University Climate School, joins CBS News to share examples of sustainable, environmentally friendly gifts for everyone on your list.

Dec 13
04:03

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ATF director on disrupting violent crime

Steven M. Dettelbach, the director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), joined CBS News with more on the agency's mission to disrupt violent crime. This comes after another deadly school shooting occurred in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Madison shooting suspect's family life

Records are providing more details about the Madison, Wisconsin, school shooting suspect and her family life. CBS News' Anna Schecter breaks down what's known as officials investigate the 15-year-old's motive.

2H ago
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U.K. court clears seizure of millions in unpaid taxes from Andrew Tate

A British court has cleared police to seize $3.3 million from misogynist social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother to cover unpaid taxes.

3H ago

Explosion kills 2 soldiers in suspected booby trap by drug cartel

Before the blast, the soldiers had discovered the dismembered bodies of three people, officials said.

6H ago

DA accused of firing at fugitive, hitting home with family inside

Chris Stanford is facing a reckless endangerment charge after shooting at a fugitive several times and hitting a home that had a family inside.

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NASA leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.

14M ago

Boeing Starliner crew's return delayed again

Two astronauts who have been stuck in space since June will have to wait until at least the end of March to come home after NASA on Wednesday again pushed back their return date. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what's causing the delays.

3H ago
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Starliner astronauts' return delayed again

Two astronauts who have been stuck aboard the International Space Station for months will have to wait even longer to come home. Their planned returned was delayed once again on Tuesday, pushing their earliest return trip back to late March. Manuel Bojorquez has more.

20H ago
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Boeing Starliner crew's return to Earth delayed yet again

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been stuck in space for months longer than expected, and will not return to Earth until at least March 2025 at the earliest, NASA indicated.

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When you can see the Cold Moon, 2024's final full moon

December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.

Dec 14

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Notable Deaths in 2024

A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.

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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.

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Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death

Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.

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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos

See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.

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Summer music heats up 2024

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.

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