Remains of 28 soldiers found in storage identified as Civil War veterans
The simple copper and cardboard urns gathering dust on shelves only had the name of each of the 28 soldiers — but nothing linking them to the Civil War.
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Biden urges Sudan peace talks amid famine risk
President Biden in a statement implored warring military groups in Sudan to hold peace talks to end the 17-month-long civil war which has claimed the lives of thousands of civilians. According to UNICEF, half of Sudan's population is facing some level of acute hunger. Michelle Gavin, senior fellow for Africa policy studies at the Foreign Relations Council, joins CBS News to shed light on the humanitarian crisis.
Sudan peace talks in Switzerland
The U.S. is leading peace talks in Switzerland as Sudan continues to suffer from a civil war that has killed more than 150,000 people and displaced millions. Ben Solomon, a senior video correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, reports.
Calls for violence spike after Trump shooting
Immediately following July's assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, there was a significant spike in calls for violence across online platforms. The research firm Moonshot, which tracks domestic violent extremism online, found there were more than 1,500 calls for civil war the day after the shooting — up more than 600% from a normal day. Anna Schecter, senior coordinating producer for CBS News' crime and public safety unit, has the details.
Sudan facing severe hunger crisis
Sudan is facing a severe hunger and humanitarian crisis more than a year into a bloody civil war. U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield joins CBS News to discuss her efforts in the country and why she thinks the U.S. can make a difference.
Union soldiers receive posthumous Medal of Honor
Union soldiers Philip Shadrach and George Wilson were posthumously honored Wednesday by President Biden with the Medal of Honor for their courage in the "Great Locomotive Chase," in which they went deep behind Confederate lines and stole a train in Marietta, Georgia. They ran the train north, tearing up tracks and cutting telegraph wires as they went. David Martin has more.
The story of Timbuctoo, home for free Black Americans decades before Juneteenth
Decades before Juneteenth, free Black Americans thrived in the South Jersey community of Timbuctoo. Meet the native son trying to preserve its history.
35 children killed in latest Sudan civil war carnage, U.N. says
The U.N. says dozens of children are among as many as 200 people reportedly killed in Sudan, as 2 warring generals' power struggle escalates.
Out of Aleppo
Mohammad Shasho's family left Aleppo in 2013, telling their children they were taking a prolonged vacation. That "vacation" was an evacuation prompted by Syria's eight-year-old civil war, and it became a permanent exile. In a film produced by BYkids, we see the Syrian crisis through the eyes of a young refugee filmmaker.
Sudan paramilitary forces accused of possible genocide as civil war rages
Human Rights Watch says Sudan's RSF forces are waging "an ethnic cleansing campaign" in Darfur, warns another massacre may be looming.
Arizona governor repeals 1864 abortion ban
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed into law Thursday a repeal of the state's 1864 near-total abortion ban. The law will temporarily take effect in the summer before the repeal kicks in. The state will then revert to its latest policy, which is a 15-week abortion ban.
"The Demon of Unrest": Recounting the first shots of the Civil War
Author Erik Larson visits Fort Sumter in Charleston, S.C., where he discusses "the single most consequential day in American history."
Erik Larson on the first shots of the Civil War
Beginning on April 12, 1861, over the course of two days, more than 3,300 shells and cannon balls rained across Charleston Harbor towards Fort Sumter, the first shots fired in the Civil War. Correspondent Anthony Mason visits the fort with bestselling author Erik Larson, whose latest book, "The Demon of Unrest," explores the events leading up to the bombardment and what Larson calls "the single most consequential day in American history."
Arizona abortion law repeal effort advances
Arizona lawmakers moved forward Wednesday in their efforts to repeal a Civil War-era law that bans all abortions except to save the woman's life. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has the details.
Arizona House passes abortion ban repeal bill
Arizona's House of Representatives on Wednesday advanced an effort to repeal the state's Civil War-era abortion ban that's set to go into effect June 8. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has the latest from Phoenix.
Harris speaks on abortion rights in Wisconsin
Vice President Kamala Harris addressed abortion rights at a campaign event in Wisconsin on Monday. CBS News campaign reporters Nidia Cavazos, Shawna Mizelle and Zak Hudak are across the country covering key locations on the trail.
Arizona GOP split on abortion ban repeal
Arizona House Republicans blocked an effort to repeal the state's 1864 near-total abortion ban for a second time on Wednesday. But some Republicans in the state Senate are now siding with Democrats. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has the details.
U.S. family finally reunited after escaping Sudan's yearlong civil war
A Sudanese-American family is the first to be reunited in the U.S. after a woman and her sons spent nearly a year stuck in Saudi Arabia.
Katie Hobbs backs repeal of 1864 abortion ban
Arizona Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs on Wednesday called on lawmakers to repeal a near-total abortion ban from 1864 after the state's Supreme Court ruled it could be enforced. Elizabeth Campbell, Shawna Mizelle, Molly Ball and Deepa Shivaram join to discuss the latest.
Millions facing starvation in Sudan: UNHCR
The U.N. Refugee Agency says millions of people are facing starvation in Sudan, where it's been nearly a year since civil war broke out. BBC news reporter Mohamed Osman joined CBS News to explain what's happening there.
Confusion over Arizona abortion ban
The Arizona Supreme Court's decision upholding a law from 1864 that bans abortion with barely any exceptions has led to confusion about when the law will take effect and how it will be enforced. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has more.
Arizona 1864 abortion ban: What to know
Arizona's Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld an abortion law from 1864 that would criminalize the procedure with barely any exceptions. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports on the present consequences. Then, New York Times national reporter Kate Zernike joins to discuss.
Arizona Supreme Court reinstates abortion ban
The Arizona Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that a Civil War-era abortion ban that does not provide exceptions for rape and incest can be enforced. That ban will supersede a 15-week abortion ban that was signed into law in 2022. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Haiti's prime minister has resigned. Here's why
Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry has announced he'll resign after weeks of pressure from gangs, who threatened a civil war if he returned to the country. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers, who is of French and Haitian descent, breaks down the history that led Haiti to this moment.
What to know about Sudan's deadly civil war
Ten months into the deadly civil war in Sudan, the U.S. State Department has appointed a new special envoy to push for an end to the conflict and address the humanitarian crisis. Cameron Hudson, senior associate of the Africa program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to explain the cause of the conflict and examine the path forward.
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Iran attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire
Iran renews attacks in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump says he's extending a ceasefire indefinitely, as thousands more U.S. forces head for the region.
Iran's military more capable than Trump admin. is acknowledging, sources say
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
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DOJ readies up to $3.5 billion in law enforcement grants, 1 year after steep cuts
The focus on immigration and law enforcement comes one year after the department terminated or delayed funding for victims services, criminal justice researchers and more.
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Parents of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman say it was "a preventable murder"
The parents of Sheridan Gorman, an 18-year-old Loyola University Chicago freshman who was fatally shot last month, are speaking publicly for the first time.
Rep. David Scott, longtime Georgia lawmaker, dead at 80
U.S. Rep. David Scott, who represented Georgia's 13th District for over two decades, has died at 80 years old.
Trump administration, Spirit Airlines in advanced bailout talks, sources say
The negotiation comes after President Trump publicly said he wanted his administration to look at a rescue package for the budget carrier.
New report rankes the cleanest and most polluted U.S. cities
The new report evaluated air quality in different parts of the country by measuring the presence of ozone and particle pollution in the atmosphere.
Mexico weighs action after CIA agents die in crash following drug lab raid
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the government is still investigating a potential violation of national security laws in the incident.
Anthropic investigating possible breach of its Mythos AI model
The AI company behind the chatbot Claude is looking into a report of unauthorized access to Mythos from one of its third-party vendor environments.
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Crypto mogul sues Trump family's World Liberty Financial, alleging fraud
Sun alleges that World Liberty Financial froze the digital tokens he had purchased, locking him out of assets worth as much as $1 billion.
New report rankes the cleanest and most polluted U.S. cities
The new report evaluated air quality in different parts of the country by measuring the presence of ozone and particle pollution in the atmosphere.
Trump administration, Spirit Airlines in advanced bailout talks, sources say
The negotiation comes after President Trump publicly said he wanted his administration to look at a rescue package for the budget carrier.
Anthropic investigating possible breach of its Mythos AI model
The AI company behind the chatbot Claude is looking into a report of unauthorized access to Mythos from one of its third-party vendor environments.
Iran's military more capable than Trump admin. is acknowledging, sources say
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
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Crypto mogul sues Trump family's World Liberty Financial, alleging fraud
Sun alleges that World Liberty Financial froze the digital tokens he had purchased, locking him out of assets worth as much as $1 billion.
Anthropic investigating possible breach of its Mythos AI model
The AI company behind the chatbot Claude is looking into a report of unauthorized access to Mythos from one of its third-party vendor environments.
Trump Media replaces CEO Devin Nunes as its losses top $1 billion
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
Condom maker warns prices may rise due to Iran war supply disruptions
Karex, which calls itself the "world's largest condom maker," could hike the company's prices by 20% to 30%, its CEO told Reuters.
It's not just gasoline. Iran war could drive prices higher for many products.
The U.S.-Iran war isn't just driving prices higher for gasoline. Petrochemicals derived from oil and natural gas go into making more than 6,000 consumer products, the Department of Energy says.
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Rep. David Scott, longtime Georgia lawmaker, dead at 80
U.S. Rep. David Scott, who represented Georgia's 13th District for over two decades, has died at 80 years old.
Iran's military more capable than Trump admin. is acknowledging, sources say
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
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DOJ readies up to $3.5 billion in law enforcement grants, 1 year after steep cuts
The focus on immigration and law enforcement comes one year after the department terminated or delayed funding for victims services, criminal justice researchers and more.
Operation Metro Surge drained $610 million from Minnesota's economy, filing says
State and local agencies say they were forced to spend big and fast without any warning.
Virginia voters approve new congressional map favoring Democrats, CBS News projects
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a new congressional map that would give Democrats an advantage in 10 House districts, leaving just one safe Republican seat, CBS News projects.
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Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
New CDC pick may face "threat to follow ideology over evidence," ex-official says
Former Trump Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams described Dr. Erica Schwartz as a "home run pick."
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
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Mexico weighs action after CIA agents die in crash following drug lab raid
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the government is still investigating a potential violation of national security laws in the incident.
Spain's undocumented migrant amnesty draws big lines, and a big backlash
As thousands of undocumented migrants line up to apply for amnesty under a new program in Spain, the prime minister's opponents vow a fight.
Iran's military more capable than Trump admin. is acknowledging, sources say
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
1 of 6 missing crew found dead after typhoon flipped U.S.-flagged ship
The crew of the Mariana notified the U.S. Coast Guard on April 15 that the 145-foot vessel lost its starboard engine during Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
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Iran attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire
Iran renews attacks in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump says he's extending a ceasefire indefinitely, as thousands more U.S. forces head for the region.
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Donnie Wahlberg talks "Boston Blue" success
Donnie Wahlberg talks about starring in the series "Boston Blue" and the emotional moments he shared with the cast members when he revealed the show was being renewed for a second season. He also discusses if his wife, Jenny McCarthy, could make an appearance on the show.
Vinyl record sales continue resurgence
New data shows interest in vinyl records is only getting stronger, with social media and and special releases from artists like Taylor Swift helping drive the trend. Jarred Hill has more.
Opening statements in Weinstein rape retrial
Opening statements have concluded in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more.
D4vd charged with murder in14-year-old's death
Singer D4vd appeared in court Monday, hours after prosecutors announced he would be charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Matt Gutman reports.
Details on charges against D4vd in teen's death
Los Angeles prosecutors on Monday charged singer D4vd in the murder of a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found in his car last year. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman has the details.
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Trump Media replaces CEO Devin Nunes as its losses top $1 billion
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
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.
John Ternus to become Apple CEO
Tim Cook announced he would be stepping down as Apple CEO on Monday. Jo Ling Kent reports on John Ternus, the mechanical engineer preparing to take the wheel.
Where does Apple go after Tim Cook?
Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down in September after 15 years at the helm of the company. CBS Sunday Morning correspondent David Pogue joins to discuss Cook's legacy and where Apple's future could lead.
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Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Cementing a more sustainable alternative to concrete
The process of making 30 billion tons of concrete every year produces more carbon pollution than all the world's ships and planes put together. Now, the North Carolina and Denmark-based Biomason is using biotechnology, including naturally-occurring microbes, to create "biocement" that's just as sturdy but emits much less CO2. David Pogue reports.
Breeding a better bread
Over the past century, the cultivation and processing of wheat has led to strains of grain that are less nutritious, less flavorful, and more vulnerable to climate change. The researchers at Breadlab, at Washington State University, are trying to breed varieties of whole grains that are better for farmers, consumers – and taste buds. David Pogue reports.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy.
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Car crashes into Philadelphia police station
Surveillance video shows the moment a car came crashing through a police station in Philadelphia. Five people were taken to the hospital and police say they believe the incident was intentional. Shanelle Kaul reports.
OpenAI, ChatGPT under investigation
OpenAI and ChatGPT are under investigation by Florida officials after a deadly shooting last year at Florida State University. Prosecutors allege the AI bot offered "significant advice" to the suspect just days before the shooting. OpenAI says its chatbot is not responsible. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Man charged for having gun used by Louisiana shooter says it was stolen
The assault-style rifle used to kill eight children in a Louisiana mass shooting was stolen from a truck, the gun's previous owner said.
DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud
The Justice Department on Tuesday announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its nonprofit investigations into extremist groups. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
New details about Mexican pyramid shooting
Mexican authorities say a gunman atop the Pyramid of the Moon, one of Mexico's most popular archaeological sites, shot at tourists and taunted first responders on Monday. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman reports on the new details.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Trump: 8 Iranian women spared from execution
President Trump posted on social media Wednesday that eight women protesters who were going to be executed in Iran will no longer be killed. CBS News contributor Masih Alinejad shares her reaction.
Trump in talks with Spirit about bailout
The Trump administration is having advanced discussions with Spirit Airlines about a potential bailout loan of up to $500 million in exchange for warrants that would allow the government to take an ownership stake in the company, sources tell CBS news. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Latest on Iran attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran launched attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday while calling the U.S. military's blockade of Iranian ports a breach of the ongoing ceasefire. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Charlie D'Agata have more.
A look at the U.S.-Mexico border
Recent data shows illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border remain at historic lows. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
New research from American Lung Association
Nearly half of U.S. kids are breathing dangerous levels of air pollution, according to a study by the American Lung Association.