NYC Mayor Eric Adams running for reelection as independent
New York City Mayor Eric Adams will skip the Democratic primary and run for reelection as an independent, he announced Thursday.
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Guilty plea in Kavanaugh assassination attempt
A California man accused of attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh plans to plead guilty, according to court filings obtained by CBS News. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Adams reacts to judge dismissing case
New York City Mayor Eric Adams touted a judge's decision to dismiss his federal corruption case with prejudice. Adams faced several counts of bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Judge rules to dismiss Eric Adams case
Judge Dale Ho agreed to drop the federal corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams "with prejudice." CBS News' Anna Schecter breaks down the court's reasoning.
Eric Adams corruption case dismissed
A federal judge has dismissed the case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams with prejudice. This means that Adams cannot be re-tried at a later time for counts of bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case dismissed with prejudice, judge rules
New York City Mayor Eric Adams' historic federal corruption case has been dropped with prejudice, meaning Adams cannot be re-tried on the same charges at a later time.
Where the New York City mayoral race stands
Three-and-a-half years after leaving the New York governor's mansion in disgrace, Andrew Cuomo is on the campaign trail, hoping for a second act as New York City's next mayor. CBS News New York chief political correspondent Marcia Kramer has the latest.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case should be dismissed, outside attorney tells judge
New York City Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case should be dropped with prejudice, an outside attorney appointed by the court told the judge in the case Friday.
Mayors defend sanctuary cities at House hearing
The mayors of four so-called "sanctuary cities" testified before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee, where they defended their jurisdictions' immigration policies and treatment of undocumented immigrants. Caitlin Huey-Burns has details.
"Sanctuary city" mayors appear before Congress
Democratic mayors from four major U.S. cities defended their "sanctuary city" policies on Capitol Hill on Wednesday. House Republicans have criticized these policies, which limit local law enforcement from cooperating with immigration agents, claiming they protect illegal immigrants and block enforcement of federal immigration law. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Adams "sanctuary cities" opening statement
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee Wednesday to speak about his city's immigration policies. See Adams' opening statement.
House Democrats investigate DOJ's decision to drop Eric Adams charges
Two Democrats have asked for documents and communications related to the corruption charges against the New York mayor.
House Democrats investigating Eric Adams
Two Democratic lawmakers say they're launching an investigation into the Justice Department's move to drop its corruption prosecution against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
Andrew Cuomo running for mayor of NYC
Andrew Cuomo is entering the crowded New York City mayor's race, the former governor announced Saturday afternoon.
Eric Adams case judge appoints outside lawyer
The federal corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams remains intact, for now. On Friday, a judge put the Justice Department's request to dismiss the charges on hold. He's appointed an outside lawyer to argue against dropping the case. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane is following the story.
Judge orders impartial lawyer in Adams case
A federal judge on Friday decided not to dismiss the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams for now. Instead, he appointed an outside attorney to argue whether the Justice Department's request to drop the charges should be granted. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Latest news on Eric Adams criminal case
The federal judge weighing whether charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams should be dropped has appointed outside attorney Paul Clement for more arguments. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
Judge rules on Eric Adams corruption case
A federal judge will not immediately drop the corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams and has appointed outside attorney Paul Clement to argue before the court. CBS News' Jake Rosen explains.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case continues for now, judge rules
A judge in New York City Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case has appointed an outside attorney to argue over the Department of Justice's request to drop the federal charges.
Why concerns persist about Patel as FBI chief
The Senate confirmed Kash Patel to lead the FBI in a 51-49 vote on Thursday. Some lawmakers have expressed concern that the Trump ally could use the bureau's power to go after perceived political enemies of the president. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains.
Hochul announces new limits on Adams' power
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul held a news conference on New York City Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case on Thursday. Hochul said she will not remove the mayor but will limit his power.
What comes next in Eric Adams corruption case
A federal judge has yet to decide whether to accept the Justice Department's request to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Judge weighs Eric Adams corruption charges
The move to dismiss federal corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams is now up to a judge. On Wednesday, the DOJ argued the case restricts the mayor's ability to help enforce President Trump's immigration policies. Adams has denied any wrongdoing.
Details from NYC Mayor Adams' court hearing
A federal judge says he needs more time to decide whether or not to accept the Justice Department's request to drop corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams after a hearing on the motion Wednesday. Attorney and CBS News political reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom for the hearing and has a recap.
Judge weighs dropping DOJ case against NYC mayor
A federal judge said he needs more time to decide whether to accept the Justice Department's request to drop its corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, so that the mayor can devote his attention to carrying out President Trump's immigration policies. Scott MacFarlane has details.
Trump's inner circle warned of tariff consequences
The White House has taken pains to say administration officials are unified on the tariff effort announced on April 2, which the White House dubbed "Liberation Day."
Wrongly deported Maryland man's lawyers, DOJ to face off in court
The two sides will appear for a follow-up hearing after a judge ordered the administration to provide her with updates on Kilmar Abrego Garcia's whereabouts.
China orders its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jets, report says
As its trade war with the U.S. widens, China has ordered its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jet deliveries, Bloomberg reports.
Trump can't revoke legal status of migrants from 4 countries, judge rules
Under a program known as CHNV, migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela were allowed to fly to the U.S. after securing a sponsorship from U.S.-based individuals.
Do you know what you pay in taxes? Here's what Americans pay the IRS.
Most Americans don't know their own tax rate or what others pay to the IRS, yet most feel their taxes are too high.
U.S. military tracks Russian warplanes flying near Alaska
The U.S. military has reported Russian military activity near Alaska several times in recent months.
Trump administration launches probes of chips, pharmaceuticals imports
The Trump administration has taken its next steps toward imposing more tariffs on key imports, launching investigations into imports of computer chips, chip making equipment and pharmaceuticals.
U.S. flies long-range bomber in new show of force against North Korea
The U.S. use of B-1B bombers in drills with South Korea, as North Korea marked the birthday of its founder, could draw an angry response from Kim Jong Un.
JD Vance drops Ohio State football trophy at White House
JD Vance nearly fumbled Ohio State's college football championship trophy in a White House celebration Monday.
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2 injured hikers rescued from remote Arizona desert in separate incidents
Federal agents rescued two injured hikers who were stranded in remote parts of the Arizona desert, in separate incidents over the weekend.
Wrongly deported Maryland man's lawyers, DOJ to face off in court
The two sides will appear for a follow-up hearing after a judge ordered the administration to provide her with updates on Kilmar Abrego Garcia's whereabouts.
U.S. military tracks Russian warplanes flying near Alaska
The U.S. military has reported Russian military activity near Alaska several times in recent months.
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See which U.S. rivers are considered the most endangered
The list of 10 most endangered rivers of 2025, according to the nonprofit American Rivers, includes the Mississippi River and the lower Rio Grande.
China orders its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jets, report says
As its trade war with the U.S. widens, China has ordered its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jet deliveries, Bloomberg reports.
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China orders its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jets, report says
As its trade war with the U.S. widens, China has ordered its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jet deliveries, Bloomberg reports.
How to request a tax extension from the IRS
Filing a tax extension is easy. But it's important to know what you're getting into, including what to do if you owe money to the IRS.
Do you know what you pay in taxes? Here's what Americans pay the IRS.
Most Americans don't know their own tax rate or what others pay to the IRS, yet most feel their taxes are too high.
Trump administration launches probes of chips, pharmaceuticals imports
The Trump administration has taken its next steps toward imposing more tariffs on key imports, launching investigations into imports of computer chips, chip making equipment and pharmaceuticals.
Here's why your cup of coffee could soon cost even more
Coffee prices have already surged to record highs because of extreme weather. U.S. tariffs could push costs up even more.
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Wrongly deported Maryland man's lawyers, DOJ to face off in court
The two sides will appear for a follow-up hearing after a judge ordered the administration to provide her with updates on Kilmar Abrego Garcia's whereabouts.
Fewer women left their states to get abortions in 2024, survey finds
Fewer people crossed state lines to obtain abortions in 2024 than a year earlier, a Guttmacher Institute survey has found. The number of abortions in clinics rose slightly, the survey shows.
Trump administration launches probes of chips, pharmaceuticals imports
The Trump administration has taken its next steps toward imposing more tariffs on key imports, launching investigations into imports of computer chips, chip making equipment and pharmaceuticals.
Trump inner circle warned of tariff consequences
The White House has taken pains to say administration officials are unified on the tariff effort announced on April 2, which the White House dubbed "Liberation Day."
Trump can't revoke legal status of migrants from 4 countries, judge rules
Under a program known as CHNV, migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela were allowed to fly to the U.S. after securing a sponsorship from U.S.-based individuals.
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Analysis: 1 in 5 organ donations being tossed
More than 100,000 Americans need an organ transplant to stay alive, and each day, 17 die waiting. But a CBS News analysis finds one out of five donated organs is being tossed out. Tom Hanson has the story behind that troubling statistic in tonight's "Eye on America."
Why donated organs are left unused
One of every three donated kidneys never gets transplanted. CBS News explores why a growing number are being discarded.
Study projects how much cancer is caused by CT scans
A new study is projecting how radiation from computed tomography imaging, or CT scans, could lead to future cancers.
Ex-FDA official: RFK Jr.'s autism claims could give "people false hope"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed Friday that new research will find the cause of the "autism epidemic" by September. Dr. Peter Marks, the former top vaccines official at the Food and Drug Administration, warns on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "giving people false hope is something you should never do."
Former top health official criticizes RFK Jr. for downplaying measles deaths
Dr. Peter Marks said that the deaths of unvaccinated children is "just not acceptable."
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U.N. condemns Israel as 2nd Gaza hospital hit in space of just 3 days
Gaza health officials say an Israeli strike on a field hospital killed a medic two days after another attack disabled the enclave's last functioning critical care facility.
U.S. military tracks Russian warplanes flying near Alaska
The U.S. military has reported Russian military activity near Alaska several times in recent months.
China orders its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jets, report says
As its trade war with the U.S. widens, China has ordered its airlines to stop accepting Boeing jet deliveries, Bloomberg reports.
Man detained in Caribbean for famed crime reporter's 2021 murder
Authorities detained a man "who played a leading role" in the high-profile murder of crime reporter Peter R. de Vries, prosecutors said.
U.S. flies long-range bomber in new show of force against North Korea
The U.S. use of B-1B bombers in drills with South Korea, as North Korea marked the birthday of its founder, could draw an angry response from Kim Jong Un.
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New documentary looks at the Carter family
In the new Paramount+ documentary "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," Aaron Carter's twin sister, Angel Carter Conrad, and director Soleil Moon Frye reflect on how addiction, mental health struggles and the pressures of fame affected Aaron and Nick Carter and their siblings.
Kim Kardashian to testify in 2016 Paris jewelry theft trial, lawyer says
The trial stems from a jewelry heist in October 2016 during which Kim Kardashian was held at gunpoint in her luxury Paris apartment by masked men.
Katy Perry sings "What a Wonderful World" during historic spaceflight
Pop star Katy Perry, one of the six women aboard Blue Origin's spaceflight, explained why she chose not to sing one of her own songs during the historic journey.
David Oyelowo on "Government Cheese"
Award-winning actor David Oyelowo joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his latest role in "Government Cheese," where he plays a formerly incarcerated man trying to rebuild his life and reconnect with his family. The show marks his first major comedy role.
Aaron Carter faced "tremendous pressure" as a child star, sister says
Angel Carter, the twin sister of the late Aaron Carter, opened up about her brother's struggles growing up as a child star in a new Paramount+ documentary.
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Why the FTC says Meta is an illegal monopoly
Opening statements began Monday in one of the most highly-anticipated trials in the tech world, the Federal Trade Commission's antitrust suit against Meta. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
Mark Zuckerberg called to testify in Meta's antitrust trial
The case could determine whether Mark Zuckerberg's company might have to divest WhatsApp and Instagram.
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.
Blue Origin crew talks historic spaceflight
Blue Origin's all-female crew includes "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, pop star Katy Perry, NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, film producer Kerianne Flynn and award-winning journalist Lauren Sanchez. Ahead of their launch, they spoke about their nerves, excitement and the historic spaceflight.
Vanessa O'Brien reflects on historic journey
Explorer Vanessa O'Brien joins "CBS Mornings" to reflect on her record-breaking journey from Mount Everest to the bottom of the ocean to space aboard Blue Origin's sixth crewed mission, completing the "Explorers' Extreme Trifecta."
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Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
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Man detained in Caribbean for famed crime reporter's 2021 murder
Authorities detained a man "who played a leading role" in the high-profile murder of crime reporter Peter R. de Vries, prosecutors said.
Pennsylvania arson suspect's alleged plans
The suspect tied to a fire at Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's official residence could be in court as soon as Wednesday. State authorities say 38-year-old Cody Balmer is currently hospitalized for a medical event "not connected to Sunday's incident." Police say Balmer planned to beat Governor Shapiro with a hammer if he found him. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Gravedigger arrested for reselling burial sites after removing corpses
Police also believe the ex-worker took valuables, such as gold jewelry, from the bodies of those to be buried.
Couple arrested for selling exotic cats including white tigers and puma
The couple is suspected of raising desert lynxes and servals, a wild cat native to Africa, as well as hybrid species created by crossing these breeds with domestic cats, police said.
Deacon killed in shooting at church Easter egg hunt in Mississippi
A deacon was shot and killed after an Easter egg hunt hosted by his church in Gulfport, Mississippi, on Saturday, according to the church and local police.
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Blue Origin's latest space tourism step
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King was among the historic six-women crew for Monday's Blue Origin flight to the edge of space. Mark Strassmann reports on the launch and what it means for space tourism.
Highlights of Gayle King's Blue Origin flight
Watch highlights of "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King's historic Blue Origin spaceflight with an all-women crew, from the launch to when the capsule safely touched down in West Texas.
Katy Perry sings "What a Wonderful World" during historic spaceflight
Pop star Katy Perry, one of the six women aboard Blue Origin's spaceflight, explained why she chose not to sing one of her own songs during the historic journey.
Katy Perry reacts after Blue Origin flight
Pop star Katy Perry spoke about her experience on Blue Origin's rocket shortly after she, "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, journalist and philanthropist Lauren Sánchez, former NASA rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen and film producer Kerianne Flynn safely returned to Earth. She talked about bringing a daisy on the flight, singing Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World" and the "collective energy" in the capsule.
Gayle King shares best part about space trip
After exiting the Blue Origin capsule, "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke about what she experienced during her trip to space and revealed the song Katy Perry sang when they returned to their seats after experiencing weightlessness.
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"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King reflects on her preparation for her journey to the edge of space and reveals how she overcame her fears to become part of the historic flight. Our "CBS Mornings" series, Never Too Late, highlights stories of people conquering new challenges or embracing a second chapter at any age in life. Watch the 6-week run, showcasing "CBS Mornings" anchors and correspondents achieving their dreams — both big and small. And share your own Never Too Late story here for a chance to get featured on the show.
New documentary looks at the Carter family
In the new Paramount+ documentary "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," Aaron Carter's twin sister, Angel Carter Conrad, and director Soleil Moon Frye reflect on how addiction, mental health struggles and the pressures of fame affected Aaron and Nick Carter and their siblings.
Elephants form "alert circle" to protect calves during San Diego earthquake
A herd of African elephants instinctively formed an "alert circle" to protect the younger elephants at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park as a 5.2-magnitude earthquake shook Southern California on Monday.
Gayle King's loved ones celebrate spaceflight
As "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King journeyed to the edge of space in a Blue Origin rocket with an all-women crew, her family and friends celebrated her accomplishment. To support her, King's family all wore yellow, her favorite color, for the launch as they watched the historic moment.
El Salvador won't return deported man to U.S.
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele says he won't return a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to its maximum security prison. Kilmar Abrego Garcia was one of the more than 200 men the Trump administration flew to the notorious CECOT prison even though an immigration judge five years ago ordered that he not be deported.