Black veteran's nearly 60-year wait for Medal of Honor may almost be over
Col. Paris Davis (ret.) was first recommended for the nation's highest combat honor in 1965, but the packet of recommendations for the medal was lost.
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A Medal of Honor recipient's epic poem of war
Soldiers often write memoirs about their time in combat. One Medal of Honor recipient, retired Green Beret John Duffy, has written an epic poem about one of the biggest battles of the Vietnam War. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin talks with Duffy about "The Battle for 'Charlie.'"
A Vietnam veteran's epic poem of war
Soldiers often write memoirs about their time in combat. One Medal of Honor recipient, retired Green Beret John Duffy, has written poetry about one of the biggest battles of the Vietnam War.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to war veterans
Nearly half a century after the end of the Vietnam war, President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to four veterans for their service. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 4 Vietnam War vets
President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to four U.S. Army soldiers for "incredible heroism" during the Vietnam War. David Martin shares more on the recipients.
President Biden awards Medal of Honor
President Biden awarded the Medal of Honor to four U.S. Army veterans, one posthumously, for their acts of bravery in the Vietnam War. Watch the president's remarks.
Remembering Medal of Honor recipient Hershel "Woody" Williams
During the Battle of Iwo Jima, in the face of powerful enemy resistance, Marine Cpl. Hershel "Woody" Williams succeeded in destroying several heavily-defended machine-gun pillboxes, and was awarded the Medal of Honor. But his service to his country, and his gallantry, did not end there. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that originally aired on May 30, 2021, Williams (who died on June 29 at the age of 98) talked with CBS News national security correspondent David Martin about his efforts for Gold Star families.
Remembering WWII Medal of Honor recipient Hershel "Woody" Williams
We look back at the life of Marine Cpl. Williams, a hero at the Battle of Iwo Jima, who died this week at 98, and whose service to his country, and his gallantry, did not end at the close of the Second World War.
Last remaining WWII Medal of Honor recipient dies at 98
Hershel W. "Woody" Williams, the last remaining Medal of Honor recipient from World War II, has died at age 98.
3 Army service members receive Medal of Honor
In a solemn ceremony at the White House, three U.S. service members were honored with the nation's highest military award. Two of those soldiers sacrificed their lives saving others — including one who just became the first Black recipient of the Medal of Honor. David Martin has the story.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to 3 soldiers
President Biden awarded three Army service members with the Medal of Honor on Thursday, bestowing the nation's highest military recognition for their actions in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan. Watch the ceremony.
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Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, Mexico's most wanted man, was arrested in a joint U.S.-Mexican operation. Authorities say Guzman ran an international heroin and cocaine empire worth billions of dollars ; and, Ukraine's parliament voted to remove President Viktor Yanukovich from office less than a day after he fled Kiev. Early elections have been set for May 25.
The full episode of The CBS Evening News from February 21, 2014
After several days of deadly violence, Ukraine President Viktor Yanukovych made several concessions to the opposition, which include agreeing to early elections by the end of the year; and, "CBS Evening News" director Eric Shapiro started his career in the CBS mail room in 1963. Now, 51 years later, Shapiro is retiring at the top of his game.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the July 21, 2014 edition
A train of refrigerated rail cars has finally left the town of Torez, Ukraine, to return the bodies to Holland for identification. Meanwhile, security in the war zone is still a concern; and, More than 3,500 firefighters are battling fierce wildfires that have already scorched nearly 1,300 square miles. Lighter winds and cooler temperatures could help calm the flames
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Highest-ranking U.S. military officer takes questions on Niger ambush; Secret files from JFK assassination will soon be released
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FAA acting administrator grilled over 737 Max crashes; Remembering Ana Real, beloved foreign news editor at CBS News.
Iwo Jima war hero honored for service
Hershel “Woody” Williams is the last surviving World War II Marine to receive the Medal of Honor in that conflict. His trip this spring to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima was canceled, but the 96-year-old shared his advice about heroism, service and survival with Jan Crawford.
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Two more officials from State Dept. testify; Green Beret to receive medal of honor
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Trump preps for G7, says economy still strong; Trump awarding Medal of Honor to Bob Cousy
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Robert Mueller to testify publicly on July 17; Iraq War veteran receives Medal of Honor.
6/25/19: Red and Blue
Robert Mueller to testify publicly on July 17; Sep. 11th First Responders meet with McConnell
Army chaplain who died in Korean prison returns home after 70 years
Kapaun was awarded a Medal of Honor and could become a Catholic Saint.
Medal of Honor for soldier who rescued hostages
Sgt. Maj. Thomas Patrick Payne received the Medal of Honor from President Trump on Friday for his role in freeing hostages held by ISIS. He spoke to David Martin about the harrowing mission.
Great-grandson of Medal of Honor recipient completes boot camp
"The chief drill instructor told me, 'Ross, you're going to have big shoes to fill.' I said, 'Yes, sir. Thankfully, I wear size 15.'"
Veteran commemorates Marines through paintings
Charles Waterhouse dedicated much of his life to the Marines. In his 80s and in failing health, he set out on his final mission: To paint every Marine who received the Medal of Honor. David Martin shares his story.
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Watch Live: Bondi faces tough questions over Epstein files at House hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi is appearing before the House Judiciary Committee as the Justice Department faces questions over the Epstein files.
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Man who says he was person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's abduction released
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing on Feb. 1 and ransom notes were being investigated.
Airspace closure followed FAA, Pentagon spat over drone-related tests, sources say
Pentagon officials had undertaken planning to use military technology near Fort Bliss, in El Paso, to practice downing drones.
9 killed, dozens injured in shootings at high school and home in Canada
The suspected shooter was found dead in the school from a "self-inflicted injury," Canadian police said.
Team USA wins gold and silver in women's moguls at Winter Olympics
Gold medalist Elizabeth Lemley is making her Winter Olympics debut at the Milan Cortina Games.
Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty - if U.S. does
Moscow reiterates willingness to adhere to expired nuclear weapons treaty, "as long as the United States does not exceed the aforementioned limits."
Why ex-FBI agent thinks person in Nancy Guthrie video isn't a career criminal
A former FBI agent called the actions of the person seen in video at Nancy Guthrie's home "extremely amateurish."
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Georgia army veteran deported after traffic stop speaks out on ICE detention
A Georgia Army veteran who spent nearly five decades in the United States was deported to Jamaica following a routine traffic stop.
Videos in the Epstein files reveal disturbing glimpses of his private life
The Epstein files released by the Justice Department include hours of video footage Jeffrey Epstein recorded, received or downloaded. The Free Press has compiled it all.
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TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location.
Why ex-FBI agent thinks person in Nancy Guthrie video isn't a career criminal
A former FBI agent called the actions of the person seen in video at Nancy Guthrie's home "extremely amateurish."
Airspace closure followed FAA, Pentagon spat over drone-related tests, sources say
Pentagon officials had undertaken planning to use military technology near Fort Bliss, in El Paso, to practice downing drones.
Team USA wins gold and silver in women's moguls at Winter Olympics
Gold medalist Elizabeth Lemley is making her Winter Olympics debut at the Milan Cortina Games.
How slower U.S. population growth could impact the economy
A slowdown in immigration and lower birth rates could crimp the U.S. economy by shrinking the nation's workforce, researchers say
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TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location.
Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
The Trump administration is trying to supercharge the race to dominate artificial intelligence by fast-tracking federal permits for data centers, but some local homeowners are raising concerns.
How slower U.S. population growth could impact the economy
A slowdown in immigration and lower birth rates could crimp the U.S. economy by shrinking the nation's workforce, researchers say
Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, topping expectations
Surprise burst in hiring across the U.S. last month shows the labor market remains on solid ground.
New Medicaid work rules likely to hit middle-aged adults hard
Republicans have said new Medicaid work rules are aimed at unemployed young people who should have jobs. Policy researchers say the rules are more likely to disrupt coverage for middle-aged adults.
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McConnell released from hospital after weeklong stay for "flu-like symptoms"
"He is feeling better and will be working from home this week on the advice of his doctors," Sen. Mitch McConnell's spokesman said.
Airspace closure followed FAA, Pentagon spat over drone-related tests, sources say
Pentagon officials had undertaken planning to use military technology near Fort Bliss, in El Paso, to practice downing drones.
Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
The Trump administration is trying to supercharge the race to dominate artificial intelligence by fast-tracking federal permits for data centers, but some local homeowners are raising concerns.
House to vote on the SAVE America Act as GOP makes election bill push
The House is set to vote Wednesday on the SAVE America Act, which would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
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Watch Live: Bondi faces tough questions over Epstein files at House hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi is appearing before the House Judiciary Committee as the Justice Department faces questions over the Epstein files.
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Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
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Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty - if U.S. does
Moscow reiterates willingness to adhere to expired nuclear weapons treaty, "as long as the United States does not exceed the aforementioned limits."
How Team USA's Maxim Naumov carried his parents' legacy onto the ice
A close family friend tells CBS News about the Olympic dream Team USA skater Maxim Naumov shared with his parents, and how "he did it."
Ukraine official denies any plans to announce elections as war rages
An adviser to Ukraine's leader says there's been "no change in the negotiations" that would lead to an announcement of elections in the coming weeks.
Team USA wins gold and silver in women's moguls at Winter Olympics
Gold medalist Elizabeth Lemley is making her Winter Olympics debut at the Milan Cortina Games.
Team USA curler from Minnesota says people's rights being quashed at home
Team USA's curlers are trying to focus on the ice at the Winter Games in Italy, but one member from Minnesota says "what's going on there is wrong."
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New York Fashion Week begins
New York Fashion Week is underway, with designers debuting looks for the Fall/Winter 2026 season. Claire Sulmers, the editor-in-chief and founder of Fashion Bomb Daily, joins with more.
Chappell Roan leaves Wasserman talent agency after his mentions in Epstein files
Chappell Roan says she's left her talent agency after its CEO, Casey Wasserman, was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Analyzing best and worst Super Bowl LX ads
Just 30 seconds of highly coveted commercial airtime during the Super Bowl costs as much as $10 million, according to CBS News MoneyWatch. Bill Pearce, marketing faculty member at The University of California, Berkeley, joins to discuss some of the ads from Super Bowl LX.
Could Trump's Bad Bunny attacks alienate Latinos?
Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show included superstar surprise guests and a message of unity and cultural celebration. While many praised the performance, President Trump took to social media to criticize the show. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
Bad Bunny and the politics of the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is a football game, an entertainment spectacle, a global billboard and a crucible of American political discord. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains.
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TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location.
Americans turn to AI for mental health advice
Millions of Americans are turning to AI for emotional therapy. A report in JAMA found about 13% of young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice. Dr. Sue Varma, a board-certified psychiatrist, explains what to know about safety, privacy and ethical standard concerns.
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.
AI tech boom causes shortages
The demands of the artificial intelligence boom may be causing shortages in other sectors that help boost the U.S. economy. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBS News with more.
Social media companies face massive trial
Opening statements began in a landmark trial against Google and Meta on the apparent harms of social media platforms. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Watch: Bondi on Don Lemon probe
Rep. Jim Jordan, a Republican from Ohio who chairs the House Judiciary Committee, asked Attorney General Pam Bondi about the Justice Department's probe into Don Lemon for his presence during a protest inside a church in Minneapolis. Jordan also asked Bondi about a potential probe into former CIA Director John Brennan surrounding allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 campaign.
Forensic analyst on Guthrie Nest video
Edward Baker, a forensic analyst certified by the Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Video Association, breaks down the surveillance video released by the FBI linked to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
Jayapal blasts Bondi over Epstein files
Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a Democrat from Washington, blasted Attorney General Pam Bondi during a House Judiciary Committee hearing over what she said is a "massive cover-up" at the Department of Justice surrounding the investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Watch: Top House Judiciary Republican, Democrat open Bondi hearing
Rep. Jim Jordan, a Republican from Ohio who chairs the House Judiciary Committee, and Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland, the top Democrat on the committee, opened their hearing where Attorney General Pam Bondi is testifying on her department's work. Bondi is facing questions over the Epstein files release and the Minnesota immigration raids where two Americans were killed.
Police release man detained in Guthrie case
Police released a man who was briefly detained Tuesday over the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. The move came after officials put out new images related to the case. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti and Anna Schecter have more.
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New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Dominican and Haitian food tour of New York
"CBS Mornings" goes on a food tour of New York highlighting food from Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Watch: Bondi on Don Lemon probe
Rep. Jim Jordan, a Republican from Ohio who chairs the House Judiciary Committee, asked Attorney General Pam Bondi about the Justice Department's probe into Don Lemon for his presence during a protest inside a church in Minneapolis. Jordan also asked Bondi about a potential probe into former CIA Director John Brennan surrounding allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 campaign.
New York Fashion Week begins
New York Fashion Week is underway, with designers debuting looks for the Fall/Winter 2026 season. Claire Sulmers, the editor-in-chief and founder of Fashion Bomb Daily, joins with more.
U.S. added 130,000 jobs in January
New data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows American employers added 130,000 jobs in January. Joy Wiltermuth, a news editor and senior markets reporter for MarketWatch, joins with more.
Forensic analyst on Guthrie Nest video
Edward Baker, a forensic analyst certified by the Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Video Association, breaks down the surveillance video released by the FBI linked to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.