Foreign aid bills head to Senate
The Senate is expected to vote Tuesday on the foreign aid bills passed by the House over the weekend, but the move could cost Speaker Mike Johnson his job. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
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Biden commemorates Earth Day; Trump in court
President Biden was on the campaign trail in Virginia on Monday for an Earth Day event, while former President Donald Trump spent the day inside a Manhattan courtroom. Michael Tyler, communications director for the Biden campaign, joins CBS News to discuss the latest in the 2024 race.
Biden condemns "antisemitic protests" on college campuses
Protesters have been arrested at Columbia and Yale as they've refused to move, calling for a break from Israel.
PEN America calls off awards ceremony amid criticism over response to Israel-Hamas war
Facing widespread unhappiness over its response to the Israel-Hamas war, the writers' group PEN America has called off its annual awards ceremony.
Yale investigating report of Jewish student assaulted at pro-Palestinian rally
Sahar Tartak, editor-in-chief of the Yale Free Press, said she was assaulted Saturday night while covering pro-Palestinian demonstrations in New Haven, Connecticut. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Is Johnson's speakership in jeopardy?
The Senate is expected to begin voting Tuesday on a set of bills passed by the House over the weekend to approve funds for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. House Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership position may be in jeopardy for his work with Democrats to pass the funding package. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Fears of antisemitism at Columbia
Columbia University held classes online Monday as pro-Palestinian campus protests entered a sixth day. CBS News' Meg Oliver reports on heightened campus security, and Sam Vinograd, a CBS News contributor and former counterterrorism official, breaks down the government's response to antisemitism in the U.S.
Yale students arrested amid pro-Palestinian protest
Protesters demanding Yale University divest from military manufacturers and expressing "solidarity with Gaza" were detained Monday as demonstrations spilled out into the streets.
Senate to vote on foreign aid package
President Biden is urging the Senate to move quickly to approve foreign aid legislation that finally passed the House over the weekend. House Speaker Mike Johnson allowed the bills to come up for a vote, despite threats to oust him from some hard-line Republicans. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Baby saved from dying mother's womb after Israeli airstrike named in her honor
A tiny baby rescued from the womb after an Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed her mother is doing well after being moved to a new hospital.
Israel lashes out over possibility U.S. may cut aid to army battalion
Israel's leader says he'll fight any U.S. sanctions against his forces stemming from alleged pre-Gaza war human rights violations.
U.S. considers sanctioning some in IDF
The United States is considering the unprecedented step of sanctioning members of the Israel Defense Forces in the West Bank for alleged human rights violations.
U.S. sanctions expected for Israeli unit
The U.S. is reportedly expected to sanction a unit of IDF soldiers in the West Bank. CBS News has learned that the U.S. has been investigating them for alleged human rights violations, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is vowing to fight against any sanctions. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
MIT, Emerson, Tufts students start pro-Palestinian camps
Inspired by protests at Columbia University, pro-Palestinian camps have been set up at MIT, Tufts and Emerson College.
NYC hosts Persian Day Parade, a celebration of Middle Eastern cultures
A sea of red filled Madison Avenue, as dancers and marchers showed off their pride at the Persian Day Parade.
Israel strikes Rafah, operates in West Bank
The Israeli military hit the southern Gaza city of Rafah with airstrikes over the weekend. The IDF also conducted an operation in the West Bank, claiming to kill several militants. Debora Patta has the latest.
How Israeli public feels about Iran reaction
A recent Hebrew University poll found that 74% of Israelis oppose a major retaliatory strike on Iran, following its drone and missile attack, if it would harm Israel security alliances with other allies, including the U.S. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
IDF launches deadly airstrikes in Gaza
There were at least a dozen more people killed in deadly airstrikes overnight in the southern Gaza city of Rafah. In the Israeli-occupied West Bank, there was more violence between Palestinians and Israeli settlers. Debora Patta reports.
Israeli strikes in Rafah kill 18, mostly children, Palestinian officials say
The deadly strikes come as the U.S. Congress approved sending more aid to Israel.
4/21: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," Senate Intelligence Committee chair Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia talks what the timeline for a possible TikTok sale or ban could look like. Plus, House Appropriations Committee chair Rep. Tom Cole on the foreign aid legislation that passed the House on Saturday.
Columbia switches to remote learning, as protests enter 6th day
Classes at Columbia University are fully remote Monday, as pro-Palestinian protests over the Israel-Hamas war stretched into their sixth day.
Israel steps up airstrikes on Rafah
For more than two months, Israel has threatened to send troops into the southern Gaza city of Rafah, but even without such an operation, Rafah is under regular bombardment. Debora Patta reports from Jerusalem.
House passes $95 billion foreign aid package
The House Saturday approved a bipartisan package of four bills that would provide a combined $94 billion in foreign military aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. House Speaker Mike Johnson helped shepherd the package through despite threats from some members of his caucus that they may move to oust him after passage. Natalie Brand reports from Capitol Hill.
Tensions between Israel and Iran
The U.S., Israel and Iran all appear to be downplaying the Israeli attack on Iran overnight Thursday. CBS News has learned that Israeli aircraft operating outside Iran fired a small number of missiles on a city after suppressing air defenses, but officials have refused to say more about the matter as world leaders call for calm in the region.
Congress to vote on security funding bill
The House is poised for a rare Saturday vote on a bill that will provide nearly $61 billion in security funding to Ukraine. The bill will also provide billions to Israel and other U.S. allies.
Trump-Harris polls show ties in battleground states
Going into the final weekend before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are crisscrossing the battleground states.
Jury convicts ex-Kentucky officer of using excessive force in Breonna Taylor raid
The 12-member jury returned the late night verdict after clearing Brett Hankison earlier in the evening on a charge that he used excessive force on Taylor's neighbors.
Trump: See how Cheney feels "when the guns are trained on her face"
Former President Donald Trump went after former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming during a campaign event with conservative personality Tucker Carlson.
Family of mom who died after delayed abortion care says death was preventable
CBS News' Jericka Duncan spoke to Amber Thurman's family and the ProPublica reporter whose investigation found doctors waited 19 hours before performing surgery on Thurman.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
See how Trump and Harris' stances on military support compare
There are similarities between Trump and Biden on long-term armed forces strategy, but the 2024 election shows stark differences in Harris and Trump's view of the military's role.
Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, with some uncommitted Democratic voters considering leaving the presidential box on their ballots blank.
IRS increases pension and retirement plan contribution limits for 2025
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
Maui surfer loses part of leg in shark attack, officials say
The man, 61, was surfing off Waiehu Beach Park when a shark bit him. Witnesses told CBS affiliate Hawaii News Now that other surfers helped him swim back to shore.
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Maui surfer loses part of leg in shark attack, officials say
The man, 61, was surfing off Waiehu Beach Park when a shark bit him. Witnesses told CBS affiliate Hawaii News Now that other surfers helped him swim back to shore.
See how Trump and Harris' stances on military support compare
There are similarities between Trump and Biden on long-term armed forces strategy, but the 2024 election shows stark differences in Harris and Trump's view of the military's role.
Jury convicts ex-Kentucky officer of using excessive force in Breonna Taylor raid
The 12-member jury returned the late night verdict after clearing Brett Hankison earlier in the evening on a charge that he used excessive force on Taylor's neighbors.
South Carolina executes Richard Moore despite appeals for mercy
Richard Moore was put to death by lethal injection Friday for the 1999 fatal shooting of a convenience store clerk.
Supreme Court won't block counting of certain provisional ballots in Pennsylvania
The order means that election officials must tally provisional ballots submitted on Election Day by voters who returned defective mail ballots.
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MrBeast fires workers, but probe finds no proof of sexual misconduct
Online video production company says it fired as many as 10 employees after an investigation into its workplace culture.
Wendy's to close 140 more restaurants by end of year
Wendy's plans to close 140 U.S. restaurants before the end of this year on top of the 100 it said it would close in May.
IRS increases pension and retirement plan contribution limits for 2025
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
Here's how much Tim Walz is worth. It's less than you might think.
Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' vice presidential running mate, earns six figures as governor of Minnesota. But his overall wealth is far more modest.
Here's how much JD Vance is worth, from his bitcoin to real estate
JD Vance, former President Trump's running mate, has come a long way from his hardscrabble childhood of "Hillbilly Elegy."
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See how Trump and Harris' stances on military support compare
There are similarities between Trump and Biden on long-term armed forces strategy, but the 2024 election shows stark differences in Harris and Trump's view of the military's role.
Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, with some uncommitted Democratic voters considering leaving the presidential box on their ballots blank.
Supreme Court won't block counting of certain provisional ballots in Pennsylvania
The order means that election officials must tally provisional ballots submitted on Election Day by voters who returned defective mail ballots.
Illegal border crossings remain low amid concerns that election could end lull
The last time monthly apprehensions were lower than the levels seen in the past four months was four years ago, in September 2020.
Harris campaign pounces on Trump rally " garbage" remarks in push for Latino vote
Harris' campaign believes that rhetoric is helping boost Harris with late-breaking battleground voters — by double digits.
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Serial sperm donors capitalize on lack of regulation, creating risks
Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.
Do I have COVID, the flu or something else? 2024 symptoms to know.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
Voters in 3 red states cast ballots on paid sick leave
The coronavirus pandemic underscored the importance of paid sick leave, a benefit to help workers and their families when they fall ill. Now voters in Missouri, Nebraska and Alaska are deciding whether employers must provide it.
Family of grandfather who died after eating Quarter Pounders is heartbroken
There has been one death in a severe E. coli outbreak that affected dozens of people. That victim lived in Grand Junction, and his family there says they have not filed a lawsuit against McDonald's or anyone involved.
Tumblers sold at Wawa stores recalled after reports of cuts
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
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Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, with some uncommitted Democratic voters considering leaving the presidential box on their ballots blank.
Serial sperm donors capitalize on lack of regulation, creating risks
Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.
Andy Warhol pieces stolen and damaged in "amateurish" gallery heist
Two of Pop Art pioneer Andy Warhol's four "Reigning Queens" were taken from an Amsterdam gallery in a heist described by the owner as "amateurish."
Maps, satellite images reveal Spain flood impact as death toll hits 205
"Entire houses have disappeared," says a local mayor in Spain's flood-battered Valencia region. "We don't know if there were people inside."
At least 8 killed in roof collapse at train station in Serbia
Emergency teams were dispatched to the downtown station and bulldozers were removing the debris looking for survivors.
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Revisiting the rise of super-sized portions
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back at a 1993 CBS report on America's growing appetite for large portions and bulk buying—a trend that now feels as classic as apple pie.
Tickets vanish from Ticketmaster accounts
Ticketmaster accounts are being hacked and the tickets resold on other sites in the final leg of the Taylor Swift concert tour. Ticketmaster won't say how many people are impacted.
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Charli XCX to host "Saturday Night Live" for the first time
Charli XCX has been tapped to work a double shift on "Saturday Night Live" next month — playing host and musical guest in the same evening.
Megan Thee Stallion sues blogger over "defamatory falsehoods"
The lawsuit claims popular content creator Milagro Gramz caused Megan Thee Stallion emotional distress by cyberstalking and questioning if the Grammy winner was actually shot.
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Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
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.
Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
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Witnesses recall Orlando Halloween shooting
Halloween took a horrific turn in Orlando, Florida, when gunshots rang out during a large celebration overnight. Two people were killed and at least eight were injured. Police have arrested a suspect. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest developments.
Deadly Orlando mass shooting
A 17-year-old suspect could be charged as an adult after allegedly shooting at least eight people in downtown Orlando as Halloween celebrations continued into early Friday morning. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Deadly Halloween events shootings in U.S.
Officials say at least two people were killed in downtown Orlando, Florida, during shootings on Halloween night. In Northglenn, Colorado, multiple people were shot during a house party and several victims have died. CBS News Colorado's Michael Abeyta reports. Also, in Vancouver, Washington, three were reportedly injured during a mall shooting.
Daniel Penny trial on Jordan Neely death
Opening statements began in Daniel Penny's trial for Jordan Neely's chokehold death during a 2023 New York City subway incident. Prosecutors allege Penny's reckless actions led to Neely's death. Penny's defense may offer other potential reasons for Penny's death. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Wife of missionary killed in Angola arrested in connection to his death, church says
The wife of a Minnesota missionary who was killed in Angola has been arrested in connection with his death, according to his church.
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"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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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.
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.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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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From the archives: British PM Margaret Thatcher joins Face the Nation
In the midst of the Iran-Contra hearings on Capitol Hill, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher joined Face the Nation in July of 1987. Moderator Lesley Stahl asked the prime minister about how the scandal had impacted U.S. relations with other countries across the world.
Dogs spread autumn joy by jumping in leaf piles
In our increasingly outraged America, even the lowly leaf is subject to controversy, with folks upset about the raking and the bagging and mad about the blowing and the scooping. But there is at least one place left in America where pure autumn joy can still be found. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to Freeport, Maine, where a family's dogs are over the moon to simply be jumping in piles of leaves.
Why some Michigan Democrats voting "uncommitted"
With Election Day fast approaching, the U.S. is making a final diplomatic push to stop the war in Gaza, along with the cross-border fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. As Shanelle Kaul reports, the violence in the Middle East is pushing a key demo of voters in battleground Michigan to vote uncommitted at the top of the ticket.
Witnesses recall Orlando Halloween shooting
Halloween took a horrific turn in Orlando, Florida, when gunshots rang out during a large celebration overnight. Two people were killed and at least eight were injured. Police have arrested a suspect. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest developments.
Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.