Analysis reveals clues about Declaration of Independence copy found in U.K.
Harvard scholars discovered the copy two years ago in an unlikely place: a public records office in England
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Family welcomes home quadruplets on Fourth of July
To celebrate their homecoming, the hospital decked out the newborns in patriotic style
Man transforms lawn into American flag
Many Americans like to break out patriotic displays for Independence Day, but one Massachusetts man takes it to another level.
Man transforms lawn into American flag for July 4th
Many Americans like to break out patriotic displays for Independence Day, but one Massachusetts man takes it to another level
Heat wave prompts warnings in D.C.
Hundreds of thousands of people celebrating Independence Day in Washington, D.C., will face dangerous heat. Temperatures will feel like the mid-90s. This comes after excessive heat warnings on Tuesday. Kris Van Cleave reports.
2 dead after tree branch falls on crowd at fireworks show
Witnesses say they heard screaming shortly after start of "Red, White and Boom" fireworks show in Rock Island, Illinois
Dog who played "Duke" in Bush's Baked Beans commercials dies
Sam, one of several dogs who played "Duke" from Bush's Baked Beans commercials, has died, the company confirms on social media
Visitors build giant American flag out of LEGO bricks on National Mall
The flag, spanning 16 feet by 31 feet, was put together by more than 2,800 people who stopped by the park starting on June 29
Gas at a 4-year high for July Fourth holiday
Independence Day driving is not only costly at the pump -- safety experts predict 164 fatalities on U.S. roads this July 4
Fourth of July travel warning
A record number of people are expected to travel for the July Fourth holiday. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN from Arlington, Virginia, with what travelers should know.
How long will the heat wave last?
Across parts of the U.S., people are bracing for a heat wave right before the Fourth of July holiday. CBS New York chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.
Half of U.S. scorching under dangerous heat wave
A dangerous heat wave will have more than half of the country sweltering over the Fourth of July holiday. Temperatures near -- and above -- 100 degrees Fahrenheit are combining with thick humidity to present health hazards. CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds has the latest.
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Widespread heat wave isn't going anywhere anytime soon; Couple gets an "I do"-over after woman wakes up from coma.
Holiday travelers could break record
The TSA estimates there could be over 2.7 million air travelers over this July 4th holiday, with some estimates going as high as 3.7 million. That would break the record set on Thanksgiving 2004. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more on what to expect in line at the airport.
Trump says he wants to have a military parade on July 4
He said he was inspired by the parade he saw in France on Bastille Day with French President Emmanuel Macron
At least 101 shot, 15 killed over holiday weekend in Chicago
"CBSN: On Assignment" spent the last week in Chicago, to witness the violence from the inside
Deadly holiday weekend in Chicago
The city of Chicago flooded the streets with 1,000 extra police officers during the Fourth of July holiday weekend, but they could not stop an eruption of gun violence. "CBSN: On Assignment" spent the last week in Chicago, to witness the violence from inside. The look inside Chicago gangs will air as part of the new primetime summer series launching July 31 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on the CBS Television Network and on CBSN.
Tension between lawmakers, voters
As the country celebrates 241 years of independence, Americans are exercising their right to speak freely -- to their representatives in Congress. Omar Villafranca reports.
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U.S. warns it will use military force against North Korea if necessary; new clue may reveal answer to Amelia Earhart disappearance
Man tries to kill wasps with smoke bomb, burns down garage
Luckily, no one was hurt -- except maybe the wasps, fire officials say
More than 100 shot in deadly holiday weekend in Chicago
Shootings come as police department put more than 1,000 extra officers on the street
Fireworks cause death, injuries across the nation
Authorities are urging the public to remain cautious this Independence Day in the presence of fireworks
President Trump, First Lady tweet July 4th well-wishes
The president and first lady's tweets marked the July 4th holiday
U.S. celebrates July Fourth with pomp, hot dog eating contest
Americans are marking a day of shared traditions in a nation that has grappled with divides this past year
U.S. history fact vs. fiction
To celebrate July 4, the New York Public Library displayed its rare copy of the Declaration of Independence, featuring Thomas Jefferson's condemnation of the slave trade. But that passage was dropped in the final version of the document to appease southern delegates. Bestselling author of "Don't Know Much About History" and historian Kenneth C. Davis joined "CBS This Morning" to dispel some commonly-held myths from U.S. history and shed light on some of its most famous names.
Hurricane Helene grows to dangerous Category 3 storm as Florida braces
Hurricane Helene is gaining strength in the Gulf of Mexico on a path for the Big Bend area on Florida's Gulf Coast.
Special counsel files key brief in Trump case, but it remains under seal
The special counsel's filing is expected to provide the most comprehensive look at the evidence federal prosecutors have compiled in their case against former President Donald Trump.
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Biden moving forward with plan to cement asylum restrictions at border
The Biden administration is planning to issue a regulation to cement the sweeping asylum restrictions it enacted at the southern border over the summer.
NYC Mayor Adams indicted on federal bribery charges
NYC Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal charges, including bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations.
Secret Service staffing shortage prompts Trump campaign to move rally
Former President Donald Trump's campaign scrapped plans for an upcoming outdoor rally in Wisconsin after the Secret Service said it did not have the personnel needed to secure the site.
Free COVID tests are back. But there are more accurate tests for sale.
The latest round of COVIDTests.gov will again rely on less sensitive "antigen" tests.
Hoda Kotb says she's leaving NBC's "Today" show
Hoda Kotb has been the co-anchor of "Today" for more than five years.
Israel hammers Hezbollah as U.S. and France push for a cease-fire
President Biden and his French counterpart say an Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire is needed now to avoid a potentially "much broader conflict."
Maps show possible paths of Hurricane Helene
Maps show possible storm surge, rainfall levels and more as Hurricane Helene makes its way north towards Florida's Gulf Coast.
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Trump says he'll meet with Zelenskyy at Trump Tower Friday morning
Former President Donald Trump announced he will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in New York City.
A top DJT investor says it has sold most of its shares in Trump Media
A top investor in Trump Media & Technology Group has shed most of its position in the Truth Social owner, according to a filing.
Special counsel files key brief in Trump D.C. case, but it remains under seal
The special counsel's filing is expected to provide the most comprehensive look at the evidence federal prosecutors have compiled in their case against former President Donald Trump.
Smartmatic, Newsmax reach settlement in 2020 election defamation case
Conservative news outlet Newsmax announced Thursday that it resolved the lawsuit brought by Smartmatic.
Trump debuts new merch: Watches selling for up to $100,000
Former President Donald Trump announced the new watch line on Truth Social, describing the timepieces as "truly special."
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A top DJT investor says it has sold most of its shares in Trump Media
A top investor in Trump Media & Technology Group has shed most of its position in the Truth Social owner, according to a filing.
Trump debuts new merch: Watches selling for up to $100,000
Former President Donald Trump announced the new watch line on Truth Social, describing the timepieces as "truly special."
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan overdose reversal drug instead of news
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
Hurricane Helene snarls travel in Florida. Here's what to know.
Airports in Tampa and St. Pete-Clearwater halted operations, while Walt Disney World closed some attractions.
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Trump says he'll meet with Zelenskyy at Trump Tower Friday morning
Former President Donald Trump announced he will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in New York City.
A top DJT investor says it has sold most of its shares in Trump Media
A top investor in Trump Media & Technology Group has shed most of its position in the Truth Social owner, according to a filing.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Special counsel files key brief in Trump D.C. case, but it remains under seal
The special counsel's filing is expected to provide the most comprehensive look at the evidence federal prosecutors have compiled in their case against former President Donald Trump.
Smartmatic, Newsmax reach settlement in 2020 election defamation case
Conservative news outlet Newsmax announced Thursday that it resolved the lawsuit brought by Smartmatic.
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Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Boar's Head plants nationwide now part of law enforcement investigation, USDA says
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Free COVID tests are back. But there are more accurate tests for sale.
The latest round of COVIDTests.gov will again rely on less sensitive "antigen" tests.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan overdose reversal drug instead of news
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
Harris' emphasis on maternal health care pays dividends with Black women voters
Polls are showing renewed support from Black women voters for the Democratic ticket. Vice President Kamala Harris has backed key health priorities for Black women.
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Johnson demands Ukraine's Zelenskyy fire ambassador amid Trump rift
Republicans are claiming election interference after Zelenskyy visited Pennsylvania earlier this week.
Israel hammers Hezbollah as U.S. and France push for a cease-fire
President Biden and his French counterpart say an Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire is needed now to avoid a potentially "much broader conflict."
World's longest-serving death row inmate cleared of 1966 murders
The ruling by Tokyo's Shizuoka District Court brought an end to Iwao Hamakada's status as the world's longest serving death row inmate.
U.S., Australia, U.K. alliance sharpens its focus on China deterrence
The third AUKUS defense ministerial will see the allies look to expand their global ties as China-Russia cooperation deepens.
Israel hints at possible ground operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon
The Israeli commander in charge of operations against Hezbollah says his troops "must be fully prepared for maneuvers and action."
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Nevada Supreme Court orders dismissal of Nathan Chasing Horse sex abuse case
The Nevada Supreme Court left open a possibility for charges to be refiled.
Cate Blanchett on "Disclaimer"
Academy Award-winning actor Cate Blanchett joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new psychological thriller, "Disclaimer."
Disney+ to hike prices and crack down on password sharing
Disney follows in the footsteps of Netflix in looking to convert Disney+ password-borrowers into paying customers.
Disney+ cracks down on password sharing
Disney+ is the latest of the major platforms to crack down on sharing outside of the home. The company announced Wednesday that users will have to pay $6.99 a month for each additional user on the basic plan, which includes ads, or $9.99 for those with the ad-free option, and only one additional member is allowed per account.
Hoda Kotb says she's leaving NBC's "Today" show
Hoda Kotb has been the co-anchor of "Today" for more than five years.
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Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
Here are the celebrity voices Meta now uses for its AI chatbots
Meta AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
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.
Bieber song about "'Diddy' party" is likely AI-generated, researchers say
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
CrowdStrike executive to apologize for global technology crash
In an appearance on Capitol Hill, senior executive is set to deliver an apology for IT meltdown behind mid-July havoc.
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Why are houses collapsing on Outer Banks?
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
California officials on climate change laws
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
California Democrats on gas, oil
Some of California's Democratic state politicians say they are voting against clean energy measures and climate legislation for economic reasons connected to their constituents. CBS News Sacramento's Julie Watts reports.
Climate change's effect on U.S. cities
One of the main points of discussion for world leaders meeting at this week's United Nations General Assembly is climate change. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Joe Holden and CBS News Colorado reporter Shaun Boyd discuss the impact and how it affects voters.
The Climate Election: Fracking, explained
Fracking has become a big talking point in the presidential election. But while it has helped boost U.S. energy production, studies have shown it's also linked to a number of environmental and human health issues, including childhood leukemia. Here's what to know.
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Why Eric Adams was indicted
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing decades in prison if convicted on federal charges unsealed Thursday. Adams denies any wrongdoing. CBS News crime and public safety senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter reports.
Eric Adams denies federal charges
A defiant Eric Adams denied allegations made in a federal indictment that was unsealed Thursday. Adams is now the first sitting mayor in New York City's history to be indicted on federal charges. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports following Adams' remarks.
Prosecutors reveal charges against Eric Adams
Federal prosecutors presented the alleged crimes New York City Mayor Eric Adams carried out during his campaign and while he has been in office. Prosecutors outlined apparent dealings with foreign entities and alleged paid travel expenses that were not disclosed, among other crimes. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more on the charges, and contributor Caroline Polisi has more insight on the allegations.
Eric Adams indictment reveals charges
An indictment alleges New York City Mayor Eric Adams sought and accepted benefits from foreign nationals. CBS News' Anna Schecter breaks down the charges in the indictment and legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe looks at the legal implications.
Eric Adams' phone taken, lawyer says
Eric Adams' lawyer says federal agents took the New York City mayor's phone at his residence in Gracie Mansion Thursday morning. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has the latest on the investigation, and Politico's Joe Anuta has more on what happens next.
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2 cosmonauts, NASA astronaut return to Earth after marathon mission
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
Earth will get a second moon for nearly 57 days this year
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
NASA's "Hidden Figures" honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
When and how to see September's Harvest Moon
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
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Meet Pesto, a 52-pound baby penguin
Pesto the baby penguin is cute, fluffy, and as Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium describes him, a "chonky king." At just 9 months old, he weighs more than both his parents at a whopping 52 pounds.
Harris, Zelenskyy address reporters
Vice President Kamala Harris and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered remarks Thursday after President Biden announced more than $8 billion in military aid to Ukraine.
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Scott Pelley goes behind the scenes of the largest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the end of the Cold War, Sunday on 60 Minutes.
Biden, Zelenskyy meet at White House
President Biden met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House Thursday to discuss more aid for Ukraine's war against Russia. Mr. Biden affirmed the U.S. remains committed to Ukraine as it prepares for a potentially brutal season of fighting.
Hurricane Helene is now Category 3 storm
Hurricane Helene has grown into a dangerous Category 3 storm and could continue strengthening before hitting Florida's Big Bend. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez is keeping up with surge concerns in Tampa.