5 killed, 3 injured in Atlanta crash that shut down I-85
The three survivors were taken to the hospital, police said Monday.
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Child killed in Ohio school bus crash
One child was killed and 23 others were injured, including one seriously, when a minivan crashed into an elementary school bus in Ohio. Nancy Chen reports.
Truck driver was on TikTok during crash that killed 5, officials say
The 36-year-old driver of the semi-truck was driving 68 mph in a 55 mph zone and was "actively using" TikTok when he hit two cars, wedging them between him and another commercial truck.
Lake Mead reports 6 deaths, "rash of unsafe and unlawful incidents"
Officials for the park urged visitors to take "simple measures" to prevent deaths or injuries.
Pete Davidson charged with reckless driving for Beverly Hills crash
No one was seriously hurt in the wreck.
Groom recovering after bride killed in suspected drunk driving crash
The couple were in a golf cart celebrating after the wedding reception when they were struck by a suspected drunk driver.
Police seek motive after SUV strikes crowd
In Texas, eight people are dead and at least 10 others injured after an SUV crashed into a group of people waiting at a bus stop outside a migrant shelter. Police are investigating whether the crash was intentional. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has more from the scene.
Video shows Ferrari crashing into two cars in Melbourne
Dashcam video showed a red Ferrari crashing into two cars in Melbourne, Australia. No one was seriously hurt in the collision.
Bride killed, groom injured when alleged drunk driver slams into golf cart
"I was handed Aric's wedding ring in a plastic bag at the hospital, five hours after Sam placed it on his finger and they read each other their vows," the groom's mother wrote.
SUV crashes through second floor of California home
Authorities are investigating the crash, noting that the carport roof that the car landed on is on the same level as a hill next to the house.
Truck crashes carrying 40,000 pounds of toxic soil from East Palestine
The driver of the truck was cited for "operating a vehicle without reasonable control" after he went off the side of the road, hit a ditch and pole, and overturned.
U-Haul's "rampage" in Brooklyn kills at least 1, injures 8, police say
The truck hit numerous people, authorities said, adding that one of the injured was in critical condition and one was a police officer.
Video shows angry guest smashing sports car through hotel lobby
The car hurtled haphazardly around the lobby as bewildered spectators asked each other what was going on.
How "Running Boy" became a Japanese cultural icon
The cartoony signs dot roads across the country, but many safety experts say as a method of keeping drivers and pedestrians safe, Running Boy comes up short.
One dead in China highway pile-up involving hundreds of cars
Authorities blamed the massive crash on "a sudden build-up of fog" on a busy bridge over the Yellow River.
3 dead after bus, tractor-trailer collide in Virginia
The accident occurred early Friday morning, officials say.
Mom of British teen killed by U.S. driver says son can "finally" rest
"I'm sure Harry would have been extremely proud of me and of our family," Charlotte Charles told CBS News. "It's taken us a lot to get where we are."
Driver arrested after hitting sheriff's recruits
A man has been arrested after his car plowed into a group of law enforcement recruits who were out jogging in Southern California on Wednesday. Dozens were injured in the incident.
Louisiana mayor running for reelection dies on Election Day
Velma Hendrix had served as the mayor of the "Catfish Capital of Louisiana" since 2018.
Permanent daylight saving time would reduce deer collisions, study finds
There is a 16% increase in deer-vehicle collisions in the week following the shift to standard time, according to the study.
Amazon under scrutiny over truck accidents
Amazon is under renewed scrutiny for dozens of deadly crashes involving semitrucks carrying its cargo. The retail giant insists its shipping network is safe. CBS News' Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano spoke with Paris Martineau, a reporter for The Information who first reported on this story last year.
Sneak peek: Mystery on County Road M
Todd Kendhammer says his wife was killed in an accident — a pipe flew off a truck and crashed into their car. Authorities say the scene was staged. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports Saturday, September 3 at 9/8c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Rep. Walorski remembered after being killed in crash
Rep. Jackie Walorski of Indiana was among four people killed in a car crash Wednesday. Her fellow Indiana colleague, Rep. Jim Baird, joined "Red and Blue" to honor and remember her.
At least 23 killed as bus slams into truck pulled over for tire change
The bus crashed into the back of a truck that had pulled over so the driver could fix a flat tire on a desert highway.
3 critically injured when NYC taxi jumps curb, hits building
Police said multiple people were injured when a taxi suddenly veered off the road and struck a Manhattan building on Monday afternoon.
Trump's sweeping new tariffs in effect, including 104% on China
The tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
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RFK Jr. encourages people to get measles vaccine amid deadly outbreak
Kennedy's comments mark the first time he has publicly urged people to get the measles vaccine since becoming HHS secretary.
Trump's would-be assassin sought weapon to shoot down his plane, DOJ says
The Justice Department says Ryan Routh tried to acquire anti-aircraft weapons to shoot down Donald Trump's plane.
IRS acting head resigning over deal to send immigrant tax data to ICE
The IRS has agreed to share immigrants' tax data with ICE for to help authorities identify and deport undocumented immigrants.
Death toll nears 100 in roof collapse at nightclub in Dominican Republic
The roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed on a crowd, killing at least 98 people and leaving many others injured or trapped under rubble. Search and rescue will continue through the night.
Trump overstates the number of U.S. factories lost since NAFTA
President Trump claims 90,000 factories have shuttered since the free trade agreement took effect, but more recent data shows the figure is misleadingly high.
Judge rules for Associated Press in White House access dispute
A federal judge granted the Associated Press' request for a preliminary injunction and ordered White House officials to restore its access to certain spaces.
Air traffic chief retiring early as FAA replaces some senior managers
In the wake of the deadly mid-air collision and a series of concerning close calls, the FAA has brought in a new management team to the air traffic control tower at Reagan National Airport.
Horse-drawn caissons to return to Arlington Memorial Cemetery after 2-year pause
Arlington National Cemetery will reintroduce caisson horses to some military funerals in June, after a two-year pause to improve the herd's health.
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Trump's would-be assassin sought weapon to shoot down his plane, DOJ says
The Justice Department says Ryan Routh tried to acquire anti-aircraft weapons to shoot down Donald Trump's plane.
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RFK Jr. encourages people to get measles vaccine amid deadly outbreak
Kennedy's comments mark the first time he has publicly urged people to get the measles vaccine since becoming HHS secretary.
State Farm looks to raise property insurance rates after L.A. wildfires
State Farm, California's largest property insurance provider, says it expects to pay out more than $7.5 billion in insurance claims after the Los Angeles wildfires.
Underfunding threatens suicide prevention lifeline's mission
Nationwide, calls increased 40% soon after the three-digit number was officially launched in 2022.
Tiny country of Liechtenstein shocked by 37% tariffs
Liechtenstein is small enough to fit inside New York City four times over, but it's home to several world-class makers of premium products.
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Trump's sweeping new tariffs in effect, including 104% on China
President Trump's tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
State Farm looks to raise property insurance rates after L.A. wildfires
State Farm, California's largest property insurance provider, says it expects to pay out more than $7.5 billion in insurance claims after the Los Angeles wildfires.
Trump overstates the number of U.S. factories lost since NAFTA
President Trump claims 90,000 factories have shuttered since the free trade agreement took effect, but more recent data shows the figure is misleadingly high.
Threat of a matcha shortage concerns U.S. businesses: "Uncharted territory"
Matcha, the bright green powder imported from Japan and used to make drinks and food, is in short supply.
IRS acting head resigning over deal to send immigrant tax data to ICE
The IRS has agreed to share immigrants' tax data with ICE for to help authorities identify and deport undocumented immigrants.
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Trump's sweeping new tariffs in effect, including 104% on China
President Trump's tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
Trump's would-be assassin sought weapon to shoot down his plane, DOJ says
The Justice Department says Ryan Routh tried to acquire anti-aircraft weapons to shoot down Donald Trump's plane.
Exclusive
RFK Jr. encourages people to get measles vaccine amid deadly outbreak
Kennedy's comments mark the first time he has publicly urged people to get the measles vaccine since becoming HHS secretary.
Trump overstates the number of U.S. factories lost since NAFTA
President Trump claims 90,000 factories have shuttered since the free trade agreement took effect, but more recent data shows the figure is misleadingly high.
Underfunding threatens suicide prevention lifeline's mission
Nationwide, calls increased 40% soon after the three-digit number was officially launched in 2022.
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RFK Jr. encourages people to get measles vaccine amid deadly outbreak
Kennedy's comments mark the first time he has publicly urged people to get the measles vaccine since becoming HHS secretary.
Underfunding threatens suicide prevention lifeline's mission
Nationwide, calls increased 40% soon after the three-digit number was officially launched in 2022.
Scientists hope far-UVC light could help stop the next airborne pandemic
The emerging technology offers an alternative to conventional UVC light, which is used to sanitize surfaces but can harm the skin and eyes.
RFK Jr. cuts lead poisoning team helping tribes, local health departments
The CDC's team of lead poisoning experts remained off the job a week after the sweeping HHS layoffs.
Mexico confirms country's first human death from H5N1 bird flu
A 3-year-old girl in western Mexico died after contracting bird flu, Mexican health authorities said.
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Trump's sweeping new tariffs in effect, including 104% on China
President Trump's tariffs on imports from dozens of countries kicked in Wednesday, including 104% on goods from China, dramatically ramping up a potential global trade war.
Tiny country of Liechtenstein shocked by 37% tariffs
Liechtenstein is small enough to fit inside New York City four times over, but it's home to several world-class makers of premium products.
Threat of a matcha shortage concerns U.S. businesses: "Uncharted territory"
Matcha, the bright green powder imported from Japan and used to make drinks and food, is in short supply.
Octavio Dotel, former MLB pitcher, dies in Dominican nightclub roof collapse
Former MLB players Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco died after the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed during a performance by merengue singer Rubby Pérez.
Mexico confirms country's first human death from H5N1 bird flu
A 3-year-old girl in western Mexico died after contracting bird flu, Mexican health authorities said.
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2025 National Recording Registry additions: Elton John, Celine Dion, Amy Winehouse and "Hamilton"
Other audio selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations include recordings by Chicago, Miles Davis, Helen Reddy, Steve Miller Band, Tracy Chapman, the soundtrack of Minecraft, and the Windows 95 chime.
Geri Halliwell-Horner's journey from Spice Girls to bestselling author
Geri Halliwell-Horner looks back at her time as a Spice Girl and talks about her transition to becoming an author.
Will Richard on winning NCAA national title
The Florida Gators won their first NCAA basketball title since 2007. Will Richard, who hit four three-pointers in the first half, speaks about the big win, what he'll remember from this season and the next steps in his career.
Florida Gators forward on big win over Houston
The Gators defeated the Houston Cougars 65–63, claiming their first national championship since 2007. Forward Thomas Haugh joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the thrilling finish.
Spice Girls Geri Halliwell Horner on new book
Former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell Horner joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her second novel, "Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire," a mystery-filled adventure that follows a young orphan uncovering secrets at a boarding school.
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Instagram users under 16 will need parental OK to livestream, Meta says
Instagram users under 16 won't be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they've received without parental approval.
China pulls TikTok deal over tariffs
TikTok faced a Saturday deadline to find a U.S. buyer or face a potential ban. President Trump announced an extension on Friday. A deal was at the finish line but China pulled back due to Trump's tariff announcement. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has the details.
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.
Nintendo unveils new Switch 2 console
Nintendo has unveiled its next console, the Switch 2. Washington Post reporter Gene Park joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the new user experience, the price and possible security concerns.
Amazon tells White House it's interested in buying TikTok
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.
Science
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Scientists hope far-UVC light could help stop the next airborne pandemic
The emerging technology offers an alternative to conventional UVC light, which is used to sanitize surfaces but can harm the skin and eyes.
Dire wolf pups born 12,500 years after extinction, company says
Colossal Biosciences said it used ancient DNA from the extinct species to create three dire wolf pups named Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi.
Rocket carrying NASA's Jonny Kim, 2 cosmonauts docks with space station
The craft carrying astronaut Jonny Kim and two Russian cosmonauts docked with the space station. They're scheduled for an eight-month stay.
Geomagnetic storms could bring northern lights show to parts of U.S.
The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are forecast tonight after they were visible in parts of Washington, Montana and Alaska on Friday.
Sahara desert, once lush and green, was home to mysterious human lineage
Researchers studied the DNA of two 7,000-year-old naturally mummified individuals excavated in the Takarkori rock shelter in southwestern Libya.
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Daughter uses podcast to try to solve dad's unsolved 2002 murder
Madison McGhee has spent tens of thousands of dollars and interviewed dozens of people to try to solve her father's murder.
Lori Vallow Daybell's Arizona trial continues with witness testimony
Lori Vallow Daybell is accused in Arizona of conspiring to murder her estranged husband, Charles Vallow.
Lori Vallow Daybell trial opening statements
Opening statements began Monday in the trial of a woman facing charges in the death of her fourth husband. Lori Vallow Daybell, who has already been convicted of killing two of her children in a separate trial, has pleaded not guilty in this case. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez is in Phoenix, Arizona, with more.
Drug-sniffing dogs help find record haul of cocaine hidden on ship
The Korea Coast Guard said they had found two tons of what they suspect to be pure cocaine on a Norwegian-flagged ship.
Brand charged with rape, sexual assault
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has been charged in the U.K. with several counts related to rape and sexual assault allegations, London's Metropolitan Police announced. This comes after claims by four women emerged in 2023. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
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Former Navy SEAL makes first space trip
NASA astronaut Jonny Kim is making his first trip to space. It's the latest accomplishment for the former Navy SEAL and Harvard-trained doctor. Mark Strassmann sat down with Kim before his launch and traces his remarkable journey to the stars.
Stars cheer Gayle King's journey to space
With just days to go before liftoff, Gayle King gets a surprise sendoff on "CBS Mornings" from friends and famous faces including Tom Hanks, William Shatner, Bill Nye and Megan Rapinoe.
Revisit the 2024 total solar eclipse with photos and videos
As Americans wait for the next chance to see a total solar eclipse from the U.S., here's a look back at the 2024 event.
Rocket carrying NASA's Jonny Kim, 2 cosmonauts docks with space station
The craft carrying astronaut Jonny Kim and two Russian cosmonauts docked with the space station. They're scheduled for an eight-month stay.
SpaceX Fram2 crew back on Earth
A wealthy bitcoin entrepreneur and three other adventurers returned to Earth aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule after 55 passes above the North and South Poles. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more.
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"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.
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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.
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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RFK Jr.: People should get measles vaccine
In an interview with Dr. Jon LaPook, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he is encouraging people to get vaccinated against measles. "The federal government's position, my position, is that people should get the measles vaccine," Kennedy Jr. says. See more from the interview, Wednesday on "CBS Mornings" and "CBS Evening News."
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.
Combatting stereotypes about federal workers
John F. Kennedy once called public service "a proud and lively career." As 3 million federal workers face uncertainty, a new book of essays edited by bestselling author Michael Lewis highlights the essential, often behind-the-scenes work federal employees accomplish.
What is a bear market?
With Wall Street's roller-coaster ride continuing, "The Daily Report" analyzes why some experts are warning the U.S. could be heading toward a bear market across all major indexes. After that, Hilary Milnes, Americas editor at Vogue Business, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the impact of tariffs on small businesses.
988 launch prompts demand for mental health care
Nationwide, calls to the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline soared after the number was officially launched in 2022. A new study outlines that while calls have gone up, access to care after those initial calls has not increased. Elise Preston has the story.