Ex-GOP candidate arrested in shootings
Albuquerque police arrested a former Republican state House candidate in connection with recent shootings at the homes of Democratic lawmakers. Scott MacFarlane reports.
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Santos refuses to resign from House seat
Members of GOP Representative George Santos' own party are calling for him to step down after he admitted to lying about his background and campaign finances. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey Burns joins CBS News Mornings to discuss her latest findings.
House panel to probe Biden documents
Republican lawmakers are demanding answers after CBS News reported that roughly 10 documents that were marked as classified were found in a building where President Biden had an office following his vice presidency. The documents were from when Mr. Biden was vice president. Adriana Diaz reports.
New York lawmakers become nation's highest-paid after 29% raise
The pay hike comes with restrictions, including a cap on outside income that will take effect in a couple years.
New session of Congress to begin Jan. 3
Congress' new session will begin Jan. 3 with the swearing-in of dozens of new lawmakers in both the upper and lower chambers. The return to the Capital comes just over a week after Congress passed a $1.7 trillion long-term spending plan, narrowly avoiding a government shutdown. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Criminal case backlog crisis paralyzes courts
A CBS News investigation uncovers a nationwide criminal court backlog that hurts crime victims, the accused, and could threaten public safety. National investigative correspondent Stephen Stock reports.
N.Y. governor on plan to fix court backlog
New York Governor Kathy Hochul shares her frustration with the criminal court backlog, the forces that created this crisis, and her two-year plan to address it.
Senate passes annual defense spending bill
The measure now goes to President Biden's desk for his signature.
12/14: Red and Blue
Lawmakers agree on framework to avoid government shutdown; White House remembers Sandy Hook victims 10 years later.
House Jan. 6 panel prepares criminal referrals
The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol says it will release the list of criminal referrals next week alongside the report of its findings. The panel may also refer the five Republican House members who defied their subpoenas to the House Ethics Committee. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest from Washington.
Fallen officer's family snubs GOP leaders
The family of U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, who died a day after the January 6 attack, did not shake hands with Republican lawmakers Mitch McConnell or Kevin McCarthy at a ceremony honoring officers who responded to the riot. Sicknick's brother told CBS News that he snubbed them because they "can't stand up for what's right and wrong."
Colorado governor: State to consider expanding red flag laws
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis said he expects state lawmakers to consider expanding "red flag" laws to potentially allow district attorneys to obtain extreme risk protection orders, used to confiscate guns from those deemed a threat to themselves or others.
Political rhetoric and violence in U.S.
In the wake of the attack against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul Pelosi, CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson and Doug Heye, former communications director of the Republican National Committee, join "CBS Mornings" to discuss the increasingly violent political rhetoric.
Russian law targets LGBTQ rights
Russian lawmakers advanced a proposed expansion of a 2013 law targeting what Moscow deems LGBTQ “propaganda.” The move comes the same day Russian President Vladimir Putin is giving a high-profile speech. CBS News reporter Mary Ilushyna has the latest.
Could setting our clocks ahead and back soon be a thing of the past?
Six in 10 Americans said they preferred making daylight saving time permanent, according to a poll.
Officer describes meeting with GOP leader
Michael Fanone, the Metropolitan Police Department officer who almost died during the Capitol riot, secretly recorded his conversations with lawmakers, including House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy, in the months that followed. Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Threat of government shutdown looms
The threat of a government shutdown looms. Lawmakers have until midnight Friday to reach an agreement on a short-term funding bill to keep the federal government humming until after the midterm elections. NASA has crashed a spacecraft into an asteroid to see if its course can be altered, should a meteor ever head straight for Earth. And, the NFL is doing away with the Pro Bowl after years of low ratings.
Lawmakers seek Mar-a-Lago search details
As the FBI faces a surge in violent threats following the search of former President Trump's home, members of Congress want to know more about what led up to the search. CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues joins "CBS News Mornings" with more.
Military medical centers sending huge bills
Only on "CBS Mornings," members of Congress are calling on the Department of Defense to do more to help civilians who have gotten huge medical bills for emergency treatment at U.S. military facilities. A non-partisan government report says that even though many of those bills could be waived or reduced, the DOD almost never does. Anna Werner reports.
Jon Stewart's message to Congress on veterans
Former "Daily Show" host Jon Stewart, a longtime advocate for veterans, told Norah O'Donnell on "Person to Person" that lawmakers need to "hold up their agreement" and provide essential health care to veterans. "This is the cost of war," said Stewart. "Don't penalize veterans for your budgeting error."
Republicans block aid for vets exposed to burn pits
Comedian Jon Stewart slammed Republican lawmakers after the Senate failed to advance a bill to expand benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits. David Martin has the details.
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Federal Reserve raises interest rates; lawmakers grill gun manufacturers.
Demonstrators protest proposed abortion bill
Thousands of demonstrators protested the Indiana statehouse as lawmakers met for a special session to debate a proposed bill that would ban abortions except in cases of rape, incest, or to save the mother's life. Nancy Chen reports on how the state has become the latest abortion battleground following the overturning of Roe vs. Wade.
N.C. congresswoman slams abortion ruling
The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade is having a ripple effect across the country. In North Carolina, several lawmakers are looking to reinstate a 20-week ban on abortions. Democratic Congresswoman Deborah Ross, who represents the state's 2nd congressional district, spoke to CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano about her fight and why she expects the court’s decision to have a devastating impact on families across the country.
DOJ officials: Trump pressed to overturn election
Former senior Justice Department officials testified to the House Jan. 6 committee about former President Trump's pressure campaign to overturn the 2020 election. The committee also named Republican lawmakers who they say sought pardons. Nikole Killion has the latest.
2 leaders of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel arrested in Texas, officials say
The leader and co-founder of Mexico's notorious Sinaloa cartel, along with a son of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, were arrested in El Paso.
Biden, Netanyahu meet a day after Israeli leader's fiery speech to Congress
The president and vice president put pressure on Netanyahu to accept a cease-fire deal.
"We're shellshocked": Park Fire in California explodes in size; suspect arrested
A wildfire called the Park Fire, which started Wednesday afternoon near Chico, California, exploded in size overnight, and a man is under arrest on suspicion of arson.
Harvey Weinstein hospitalized with COVID, double pneumonia
Weinstein is awaiting a retrial in New York while fighting his conviction in California.
North Korean charged in cyberattacks on NASA, hospitals; $10 million reward offered
The State Department is offering a $10 million reward for information leading to the location of members of the malicious cyber hacking group Andariel.
Kamala Harris condemns pro-Hamas protesters who burned flag in D.C.
Vice President Kamala Harris condemned protesters who engaged in "despicable acts" and "dangerous hate-fueled rhetoric."
Boeing's Starliner space capsule faces crucial tests
NASA and Boeing managers are increasingly confident the Starliner capsule is good to go for re-entry and landing.
How San Francisco's "trash detectives" catch litter bugs
Workers search for evidence among the 18,000 tons of trash illegally dumped in the city each year.
When do the Olympics start and end? See the 2024 Paris Games schedule.
This is what you need to know about when the 2024 Paris Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
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Harvey Weinstein hospitalized with COVID, double pneumonia
Weinstein is awaiting a retrial in New York while fighting his conviction in California.
2 leaders of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel arrested in Texas, officials say
The leader and co-founder of Mexico's notorious Sinaloa cartel, along with a son of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, were arrested in El Paso.
Which soccer players will be in the 2024 Paris Olympics?
While some superstars such as Argentina's Lionel Messi or Brazil's Neymar won't be on the pitch for the Olympics, the competition will be loaded with talent.
More companies listing benefits in job postings to attract candidates
Seen as a recruiting tactic, the inclusion of benefits in job ads may be most impactful in low-wage fields.
Chicken wings sold as boneless can include bones, court rules
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that chicken wings billed as "boneless" can actually include bones.
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More companies listing benefits in job postings to attract candidates
Seen as a recruiting tactic, the inclusion of benefits in job ads may be most impactful in low-wage fields.
Chicken wings sold as boneless can include bones, court rules
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that chicken wings billed as "boneless" can actually include bones.
Rents are finally cooling off, bolstering Fed's case for cutting rates
After years of soaring housing costs, renters are getting some relief as the Federal Reserve looks to extinguish inflation.
Here's why Southwest assigning seats, and what it means for customers
Southwest is undoing its trademark open seating policy, introducing more seats with extra legroom.
Chipotle customers were right — some restaurants were skimping, CEO says
Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol said the company is addressing portion sizes after finding 10% of its locations were skimping.
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RFK Jr. says Biden "tarred" reputation, career by refusing to let go of power
"Part of our traditions is that our leaders relinquish power and they do that graciously," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told CBS News.
Harris accuses Trump of "backpedaling" on Sept. 10 debate: "I'm ready"
"I have agreed to the previously agreed upon Sept. 10 debate. He agreed to that previously. Now it appears he's backpedaling," Vice President Kamala Harris said.
Prosecutors urge judge to uphold Trump's conviction in "hush money" case
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and prosecutors from his office said Donald Trump's effort to toss his conviction was "meritless."
North Korean charged in ransomware attacks on NASA, hospitals; $10M reward offered
The State Department is offering a $10 million reward for information leading to the location of members of the malicious cyber hacking group Andariel.
Kamala Harris condemns pro-Hamas protesters who burned flag in D.C.
Vice President Kamala Harris condemned protesters who engaged in "despicable acts" and "dangerous hate-fueled rhetoric."
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Could "rock solid" beds at Olympics impact athletes? A sleep expert weighs in.
The Olympic village beds are "rock solid," according to some athletes on social media. Oh, and there's no AC. A sleep expert explains how these conditions could impact performance.
This Olympic swimmer almost drowned as a kid. Now, he's a lesson advocate.
Prompted by a near-drowning experience as a child, Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones is now a swim lesson advocate. Here are his top tips to stay safe.
Why is COVID surging? A doctor explains what to know and how to stay safe.
COVID is spiking across the country, but why? CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains why July is seeing increased cases.
Could the Paris Olympics become a COVID superspreader event?
One French sports official says "nothing has been put into place" by Paris Olympics organizers to avoid or handle a potential coronavirus outbreak.
What to know about listeria symptoms after 2 deaths linked to deli meat
A listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meats has killed two people and sickened 28 others across 12 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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2 leaders of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel arrested in Texas, officials say
The leader and co-founder of Mexico's notorious Sinaloa cartel, along with a son of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, were arrested in El Paso.
Which soccer players will be in the 2024 Paris Olympics?
While some superstars such as Argentina's Lionel Messi or Brazil's Neymar won't be on the pitch for the Olympics, the competition will be loaded with talent.
NYC triple jumper Salif Mane heads to 2024 Paris Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics start Friday, and NYC triple jumper Salif Mane is ready to represent the Bronx and Fairleigh Dickinson University.
U.S. and global anti-doping agencies at odds over Chinese Olympians
The World Anti-Doping Agency says it probed claims of China's Olympic swimmers using drugs and found nothing. U.S. officials don't think they looked hard enough.
More than 1 million tickets still unsold a day before the Paris Olympics
There were more than 1 million tickets available for Paris Games events, and more than a quarter million resale tickets up for grabs, a day before the opening ceremony.
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Jennifer Aniston responds to JD Vance's "childless cat ladies" remark
"Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter is fortunate enough to bear children of her own one day," Jennifer Aniston said.
Meet Team USA's Olympic athletes for the 2024 Paris Games
Hundreds of the nation's top athletes will represent Team USA in Paris at the 2024 Olympics.
"Inside Out 2" tops "Frozen 2" as highest-grossing animated movie
Displaying not a shred of anxiety, Pixar's "Inside Out 2" has rung up $1.4 billion at the box office since its June release.
Actor Josh Hartnett discusses thriller
Actor Josh Hartnett is known for his roles in popular movies like "The Virgin Suicides," "Black Hawk Down" and "Oppenheimer." Now, he's starring in the new thriller, "Trap," where he plays a seemingly loving father who takes his daughter to a concert. His character quickly realizes the concert is an elaborate setup for police to catch a serial killer. The twist is Hartnett's character is the serial killer, or at least appears to be.
"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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Jennifer Wexton makes House floor speech using AI
Rep. Jennifer Wexton of Virginia delivered what is believed to be the first speech ever from the House floor using artificial intelligence voice technology. Wexton was diagnosed last year with a rare neurological disorder that robbed her of her ability to speak clearly.
Meta warns of sextortion scams
Social media giant Meta is issuing a warning over the increasing number of sextortion scams where fake profiles are used to get people to send nude photographs and then threaten to release them unless victims pay up. On Wednesday, Meta said it has removed 6,300 Instagram accounts of scammers in Nigeria who frequently target adult men in the U.S.
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.
3 reasons tech stocks, once hot, are suddenly not
A tech selloff caused the Nasdaq and S&P 500 to have their worst days since 2022. Here's why tech stocks are fading.
Meta cracks down on sextortion scams
Meta says it's cracking down on sextortion scams occurring on its platform, removing more than 60,000 accounts connected to scams mostly out of Nigeria. CBS MoneyWatch associate managing editor Aimee Picchi breaks down the move to curb bad actors on the social media platform.
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Man arrested in connection with Park Fire
Wildfires are spreading across the western U.S. and Canada. In Northern California, the Park Fire has burned over 71,000 acres, and officials have arrested a 42-year-old man on suspicion of arson for starting the fire. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Italian archaeologists make stunning underwater discovery
The discovery includes "thousands of marble slabs" in "hundreds of different shapes" found in a submerged ancient city.
Wildfires burning across western U.S., Canada
Multiple wildfires on the West Coast and in Canada have forced thousands of people to evacuate. Crews are fighting flames in California, Oregon, Utah and Idaho. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
What caused the Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion?
While the explosion was considered small, it unleashed "a massive amount of rocks and dirt" that shattered a fence and killed nearby trees.
"Dark oxygen" created without photosynthesis in ocean, study finds
"Dark oxygen" refers to the oxygen created by nodules of metal on the ocean floor.
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Ex-Uvalde officer faces families of victims
A former police officer who responded to the 2022 elementary school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, has pleaded not guilty to all charges. A slow police response to the attack has been partially blamed for the deaths of 19 children and two teachers. CBS News Texas reporter Andrea Lucia has the latest.
Uvalde officer pleads not guilty
Former Uvalde, Texas, school police officer Adrian Gonzales pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from the 2022 Robb Elementary School shooting. Gonzales is facing 29 counts, including some for putting minors in "imminent danger." CBS News Texas' Andrea Lucia reports.
Former Uvalde CISD police officer pleads not guilty to 2022 school shooting
A former Uvalde CISD police officer who was part of the slow law enforcement response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School pleaded not guilty during a court appearance Thursday.
Boy on soccer field killed in first lethal drone attack in Colombia
A boy died in a drone attack — the first death of its kind in the country that has struggled to rein in guerrilla violence.
Murder suspect arrested in Mexico after 19-year manhunt
Luis Contreras allegedly killed Alfonso Vera, who was trying to stop another man from beating a woman.
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Boeing's Starliner space capsule faces crucial tests
NASA and Boeing managers are increasingly confident the Starliner capsule is good to go for re-entry and landing.
NASA releases never-seen-before images of Peacock galaxy
The Chandra X-ray observatory was launched on July 23, 1999.
Moon fests, moon movie and full moon mark 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 landing
The cosmos is providing a full moon for the 55th anniversary of the first lunar landing this weekend, and plenty of other events honor Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin's giant leap.
Marking 55 years since Apollo 11 moon landing
This weekend marks 55 years since the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins CBS News to look back on the small step for man and giant leap for mankind.
July's Buck Moon is almost here. Find out when and where to catch a glimpse.
The full moon, also known as the Thunder Moon, will last three days, peaking on Sunday morning.
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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.
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.
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?
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The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
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Paris Olympics opening ceremony: What to know
The opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics is less than 24 hours away. CBS Saturday Morning co-host and sports correspondent Dana Jacobson has the latest from the City of Light on the Olympics, and the heightened security measures the city is taking to protect the athletes and the Olympic attendees.
Economic growth accelerates in 2nd quarter
The Commerce Department says the nation's gross domestic product, or GDP, rose at an annual rate of 2.8% from April through June. That's more than the 1.9% rate economists had expected for the second quarter. Jeff Stein, White House economics reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBS News to explain what the GDP growth says about the economy, and how the Federal Reserve could read the data.
IDF recovers bodies of 5 hostages
The Israeli military says it recovered the bodies of five hostages Wednesday from a Hamas tunnel in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis. It comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces growing pressure to reach a cease-fire deal following his visit to the U.S. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports from East Jerusalem.
New Israeli demands in cease-fire talks
Diplomatic sources tell CBS News that Israel has submitted new demands in the negotiations for a cease-fire deal. The demands from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu include Israeli forces remaining in the Philadelphi Corridor. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis examines how negotiators are expected to react.
DNC to virtually nominate Harris by Aug. 7
The Democratic National Committee says it will hold a "virtual roll call" by Aug. 7 to select its nominees for president and vice president. The process could make it difficult for anyone to challenge the current vice president and presumptive Democratic nominee, Kamala Harris. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has more.