"Veep" viewership surges 350% after Biden endorses Kamala Harris
Creator of the former HBO show remarked on the similarities between its fictional storyline and current political reality.
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus on "Tuesday" and podcast "Wiser Than Me"
Acclaimed for her comic characters on "Seinfeld" and "Veep," the actress now stars in the drama "Tuesday," as a mother with a terminally-ill daughter; and hosts the podcast, "Wiser Than Me," sharing conversations with older women she admires.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus on "Tuesday," podcast "Wiser Than Me"
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, acclaimed for her comedic characters on "Seinfeld" and "Veep," stars in a dramatic role in "Tuesday," as a mother struggling with the imminent death of her terminally-ill daughter. Correspondent Natalie Morales talks with Louis-Dreyfus about the film's fantastical elements (including a talking parrot as the harbinger of death); and about her podcast, "Wiser Than Me," in which she shares conversations with older women she admires and absorbs their life lessons.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus on national arts award
The actress talks about receiving the award from President Biden and how he helped her prepare to play a vice president on television.
Biden awards National Medal of Arts
President Biden on Tuesday awarded several artists the National Medal of Arts. Recipients included Bruce Springsteen, Mindy Kaling and Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Elon Musk says his DOGE work will "drop significantly" in May
Elon Musk told Tesla investors that he plans to scale back his time at the Department of Government Efficiency.
Pope Francis' funeral date set as Vatican shows him lying in coffin
The Vatican says Pope Francis' funeral will be held on Saturday, April 26, in front of St. Peter's Basilica after the pontiff lies in state there for three days.
Tesla's earnings fall far short as investors ask Elon Musk to ditch DOGE
Tesla's sales and stock price have taken a hit this year amid blowback over CEO Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration.
NIH director pushes back timeline for RFK Jr.'s autism answers
National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said "it's hard to guarantee when science will make an advance."
Trump says he has "no intention of firing" Fed chief Jerome Powell
President Trump said he isn't planning on firing Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, one day after calling Powell a "major loser."
Supreme Court likely to rule for parents over opt-outs for LGBTQ-themed books
A Maryland school board decided to end parental opt-outs for instruction featuring storybooks that address gender identity and sexual orientation, sparking the dispute that's before the Supreme Court.
Witnesses take stand in Karen Read trial
Karen Read's second trial started today with opening statements and witness testimony. in the Massachusetts murder case.
Deported man's attorneys say DOJ isn't providing answers ordered by judge
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia say DOJ has provided "nothing of substance" in response to the expedited discovery process ordered by the judge.
More prosecutors resign in wake of dismissal of NYC Mayor Eric Adams' case
Three prosecutors are resigning amid a probe into their handling of New York City Mayor Eric Adams' corruption case, which was dismissed by the Trump-era Department of Justice.
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NIH director pushes back timeline for RFK Jr.'s autism answers
National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said "it's hard to guarantee when science will make an advance."
Democrats visit Mahmoud Khalil and Rümeysa Öztürk in ICE detention
Democratic members of Congress demanded their immediate release.
What did Lori Vallow Daybell do? A timeline of the case
Lori Vallow Daybell was sentenced to life without parole after an Idaho jury found her guilty in May 2023 on all charges for her role in the deaths of her two youngest children, Tylee Ryan, 16, Joshua "JJ" Vallow, 7, and her husband's first wife, Tammy Daybell.
How the Lenape Nation fights to protect the Delaware River
The Lenape's efforts helped lead to a 2021 ban on fracking in the Delaware River Basin and prevented the building of a dam along the river in 2002.
Elon Musk says his DOGE work will "drop significantly" in May
Elon Musk told Tesla investors that he plans to scale back his time at the Department of Government Efficiency.
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Elon Musk says his DOGE work will "drop significantly" in May
Elon Musk told Tesla investors that he plans to scale back his time at the Department of Government Efficiency.
Trump says he has "no intention of firing" Fed chief Jerome Powell
President Trump said he isn't planning on firing Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, one day after calling Powell a "major loser."
FDA stops short of synthetic food dye ban, calls on industry to stop use
Federal health officials want companies to swap out certain food dyes with natural alternatives.
Tesla's earnings fall far short as investors ask Elon Musk to ditch DOGE
Tesla's sales and stock price have taken a hit this year amid blowback over CEO Elon Musk's role in the Trump administration.
More Americans teetering on the edge of bankruptcy. Here's why.
Record consumer debt, years of steep inflation and other factors are driving more Americans to considering filing for bankruptcy.
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Democrats visit Mahmoud Khalil and Rümeysa Öztürk in ICE detention
Democratic members of Congress demanded their immediate release.
Elon Musk says his DOGE work will "drop significantly" in May
Elon Musk told Tesla investors that he plans to scale back his time at the Department of Government Efficiency.
Trump says he has "no intention of firing" Fed chief Jerome Powell
President Trump said he isn't planning on firing Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, one day after calling Powell a "major loser."
Deported man's attorneys say DOJ isn't providing answers ordered by judge
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia say DOJ has provided "nothing of substance" in response to the expedited discovery process ordered by the judge.
New York Times did not libel Sarah Palin, jury in defamation case finds
A jury concluded The New York Times did not libel former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin for an error in a 2017 editorial she says damaged her reputation.
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NIH director pushes back timeline for RFK Jr.'s autism answers
National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya said "it's hard to guarantee when science will make an advance."
FDA stops short of synthetic food dye ban, calls on industry to stop use
Federal health officials want companies to swap out certain food dyes with natural alternatives.
Dietitians react to the "people kibble" trend of meal prepping
Ever struggled with planning nutritious meals? A TikTok user has shared his viral solution that others online have dubbed "people kibble."
Tina Knowles on Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis
Tina Knowles, mother of Beyoncé and Solange, spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis and how her daughters Beyoncé and Solange, niece Angie Beyincé, and bonus daughter Kelly Rowland have supported her throughout the process.
Trump's addiction funding cuts hurt recovery groups
When the Trump administration cut more than $11 billion in COVID-era funds to states, addiction recovery programs suffered swift losses.
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5 former Canadian junior hockey players plead not guilty in sex assault case
Dillon Dube, Carter Hart, Michael McLeod, Cal Foote and Alex Formenton were charged with sexual assault last year for an incident that allegedly took place in 2018 in London, Ontario.
Houston Catholics mourn Pope Francis, reflect on legacy
CBS News spoke to parishioners at Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart after the death of Pope Francis.
At least 20 tourists reportedly dead after gunmen open fire in Kashmir
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi says the gunmen behind a terrorist attack on tourists in the Kashmir region "will not be spared!"
U.S. soldier, 17, who went missing in Korean War is accounted for
Army Cpl. Albert J. Estrada was a member of the 7th Infantry Division and fought at the Battle of Chosin Reservoir.
Vatican shares some details of Pope Francis' "discreet death"
Among Pope Francis' last words were "thank you" to his personal nurse, for encouraging him to greet crowds in St. Peter's Square one last time.
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Oprah Winfrey selects Tina Knowles' "Matriarch" for latest book club pick
Oprah Winfrey has named "Matriarch" by Tina Knowles as her latest book club selection. The memoir shares Knowles' personal journey from growing up in segregated Texas to raising music icons Beyoncé and Solange.
Behind the scenes of "Climbing in Heels"
Agent turned producer Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas joins us to discuss her debut novel "Climbing in Heels," a story set in the 1980s about three women navigating the cutthroat world of Hollywood representation. The book, already being developed into a TV series, was inspired by her real-life experiences and encouraged by her producing partner, Jennifer Lopez.
Tina Knowles opens up about breast cancer diagnosis
Tina Knowles shares how a missed mammogram may have led to a delayed detection of breast cancer, and opens up about the support from her daughters, Beyoncé and Solange, niece Angie Beyincé, and bonus daughter Kelly Rowland.
George Clooney jokes about dyeing his iconic silver hair for Broadway
George Clooney dyed his hair to star in the Broadway adaptation of "Good Night and Good Luck," and he knows it's catching people off guard.
Paisley Park honors Prince 9 years after death
Monday marks nine years since the death of Minnesota superstar Prince, and his former home and recording studio marked the occasion by inviting fans for a day of remembrance.
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Could a federal judge break up Google? Here's what to know.
U.S. Department of Justice attorneys are seeking to impose sweeping penalties on Google after a court ruled the tech giant is a monopoly.
Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
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.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
Biotech company Colossal Bioscience has made headlines for saying it brought the dire wolf species back from extinction. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser spoke with the company's chief science officer, Beth Shapiro, who broke down the science and motivations behind the project.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
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NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
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?
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Lori Vallow Daybell found guilty of murder
An Arizona woman has been found guilty of conspiring to murder her estranged husband in 2019. Lori Vallow Daybell pleaded not guilty and represented herself in court. She is already serving life sentences in Idaho for the murders of her children and conspiring to murder her then-boyfriend's wife. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
What did Lori Vallow Daybell do? A timeline of the case
Lori Vallow Daybell was sentenced to life without parole after an Idaho jury found her guilty in May 2023 on all charges for her role in the deaths of her two youngest children, Tylee Ryan, 16, Joshua "JJ" Vallow, 7, and her husband's first wife, Tammy Daybell.
Lori Vallow Daybell convicted in ex-husband Charles Vallow's death
"Doomsday mom" Lori Vallow Daybell, who was convicted in the murders of her children, was found guilty of conspiring to murder her estranged husband in 2019.
1981 cold case homicide closed thanks to DNA evidence, police say
Vicki Radig, 20, was reported missing by her family in March 1981.
Man convicted of murdering mother whose daughter remains missing
A Connecticut jury on Tuesday convicted Jose Morales, 48, of murder and evidence tampering in the 2019 killing of Christine Holloway.
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NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
"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.
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.
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"60 Minutes" executive producer to step down
"60 Minutes" executive producer Bill Owens, whose career spans nearly four decades at CBS News, announced on Tuesday that he will depart the network, saying it has "become clear that I would not be allowed to run the show as I have always run it."
Trump cuts upend community's pollution tracking
The Environmental Protection Agency reportedly plans to fire about 280 staffers who work on reducing pollution in minority and low-income communities. David Schechter reports from Dallas on the impact of another round of funding cuts.
What's behind legal case over LGBT books in class
The Supreme Court heard arguments in a major religious rights case. A group of Christian, Muslim and Jewish parents sued the school board in Maryland's largest district after their children were not allowed to opt out of lessons involving LGBT characters and themes. Jan Crawford has details.
Pope Francis lies in open coffin at Vatican
Cardinals are coming from all over the world, not only to mourn Pope Francis, but to start looking forward. Seth Doane spoke to Vatican spokesman Andrea Tornielli about the pontiff and his desire to be more like those he served.
Congestion showdown between Trump, New York
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is warning there will be "serious consequences" if New York does not halt its congestion pricing in Manhattan. New York Times reporter Stefanos Chen joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.