Southwest bracing for heatwave, 118 degrees predicted in Phoenix
Parts of the Western U.S. are getting early taste of heat, forcing officials in California, Oregon and desert Southwest states to heed the warnings
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Woman stabbed more than 10 times at Buddhist temple
Police say 23-year-old Jose Murillo stabbed his friend in a drug-induced attack after the two had broken into the Salem, Ore. temple
An Oregon couple is providing closure to the descendants of Japanese soldiers killed in World War II by repatriating the "good luck" flags they carried into battle
An Oregon couple is providing closure to the descendants of Japanese soldiers killed in World War II by repatriating the "good luck" flags they carried into battle, which were acquired by American GIs. Lee Cowan talks to veterans and their families about a respectful and emotional return - and of a bond born of war and strengthened in peace.
The woman attacked by Bobby Jack Fowler in a motel room in Newport, Ore., in 2001, recounts her harrowing ordeal in a telephone interview with "48 Hours"
The woman attacked by Bobby Jack Fowler in a motel room in Newport, Ore., in 2001, recounts her harrowing ordeal in a telephone interview with "48 Hours". Fowler was convicted of attacking her in 2006, and it led to him being suspected as a possible serial killer along the Highway of Tears.
Highway of Tears
A haunted highway -- 18 or more girls and women missing or murdered. Can a new $30 million investigation help find their killers? "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant investigates.
A convenience store in Western Oregon was badly damaged when a car was driven through the front door
A convenience store in Western Oregon was badly damaged when a car was driven through the front door. Surveillance video caught the accident. Police say the driver was deaf and was driving for the first time.
Homeowner makes burglars call 911, report break-in
The sheriff's office said the man was armed when he discovered the boys burglarizing his home
Police chief in hot water after shooting friend while hunting
Mayor of Portland, Oregon, takes action after new information emerges about accidental shooting
20 drunkest cities in America
Hint: 12 out of the top 20 are in Wisconsin!
Bernie Sanders' Oregon primary victory was overshadowed by some of his supporters, who caused the Nevada Democratic Convention to shut down after starting scuffles and booing other attendees
Bernie Sanders' Oregon primary victory was overshadowed by some of his supporters, who caused the Nevada Democratic Convention to shut down after starting scuffles and booing other attendees. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and Democratic strategist Lis Smith discuss the fallout.
Clinton, Sanders appear to split KY and OR primaries; their battle intensifies
Though the math looks strongly against Bernie Sanders at this point in the primaries, his supporters are only ramping up their ire at the national Democratic Party
Bernie Sanders has a chance to take two states from Hillary Clinton Tuesday night with primaries in Kentucky and Oregon
Bernie Sanders has a chance to take two states from Hillary Clinton Tuesday night with primaries in Kentucky and Oregon. But easing tension within the party seems to be the focus for Democratic officials. Nancy Cordes has more.
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Florida has more Zika cases than any other state in the U.S.; Cyndy Burns hadn't seen her biological mother since she was 10 months old
Hillary Clinton is fending off attacks from presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump, while trying to break rival candidate Bernie Sanders' winning streak going into today's Oregon and Kentucky primaries
Hillary Clinton is fending off attacks from presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump, while trying to break rival candidate Bernie Sanders' winning streak going into today's Oregon and Kentucky primaries. How close is Clinton to clinching the nomination? CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and Democratic strategist Nomiki Konst join CBSN to discuss.
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are sharpening their attacks on each other for the November election, but Clinton still has to think about Bernie Sanders
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are sharpening their attacks on each other for the November election, but Clinton still has to think about Bernie Sanders. With two Democratic primaries in Oregon and Kentucky Tuesday, Clinton needs another 144 delegates to clinch her party's nomination. Nancy Cordes reports.
Bernie Sanders hopes to continue his winning streak in tomorrow's primaries in Oregon and Kentucky
Bernie Sanders hopes to continue his winning streak in tomorrow's primaries in Oregon and Kentucky. CBSN's Josh Elliott discusses with Vox's Liz Plank and Republican Strategist Josh Holmes.
Bernie Sanders has won three contests in a row and is expected to win at least one more Tuesday
Democrats hold primaries Tuesday in Oregon and Kentucky. Bernie Sanders has won three contests in a row and is expected to win at least one more Tuesday. Meanwhile, Hillary Clinton is trying to stop his momentum in Kentucky. Nancy Cordes reports.
Oregon woman accused of sex abuse on Alaska Air flight
Heidi McKinney was accused of touching another woman's breast and genitals without consent
Toddler survives cliff tumble that kills mom in Oregon
Stephanie Cohen, 37, leapt off a cliff when she saw one of her twin boys go over the side and fell about 80 feet
May Day marches held across the U.S.
Unrest at protests in Seattle; thousands gather for demonstrations in Los Angeles and San Francisco
More and more Americans age 55 and older are using marijuana
More and more Americans age 55 and older are using marijuana. Many - converts who previously preached the dangers of drugs - are advocates for the medicinal benefits of cannabis in treating the aches and pains of aging. Barry Petersen reports.
Kasich insists he's staying in the race
Still lagging in wins and delegates, Kasich pitched himself again as the positive alternative in the race
Police: Man used Girl Scout money, primate to pay prostitute
When a sex worker turned over a stolen bushbaby to police, officials realized reports of burglaries at local pet store may not be accurate
Nike is the largest athletic shoe and apparel company on the planet, with sales topping $30 billion last year
Nike is the largest athletic shoe and apparel company on the planet, with sales topping $30 billion last year. It's been over 50 years since co-founder Phil Knight gave birth to the brainchild that's grown into a sporting goods empire. Now he's stepping down from the Chairman role, and has documented his steps along the way in new book called "Shoe Dog." Lee Cowan profiles the man behind the Nike swoosh.
Will this be the year of the Cinderella team or will all four number one seeds make it to the Final Four
Will this be the year of the Cinderella team or will all four number one seeds make it to the Final Four? As the NCAA Men's basketball tournament kicks off Thursday, President Obama makes his picks and we break down the best teams and probable upsets with CBS Sports Basketball Analyst Brendan Haywood as March Madness begins.
Judge dismisses charges against Trump in D.C. election case after Smith request
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn sparking internal strife over appointments
Republicans vying for jobs allege Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn has been mixing private consulting with his transition role.
White Florida woman sentenced to 25 years for fatally shooting Black neighbor
Susan Lorincz was sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting Ajike Owens, her Black neighbor, through her front door last year.
Trump threatens to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China
President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.
Illegal border crossings on track to reach new Biden-era low
President-elect Donald Trump, who ran on mass deportation and harsher immigration policies, could inherit a border that is relatively quiet.
White House Christmas tree came from Helene-devastated tree farm
A tree that survived Hurricane Helene in North Carolina was unveiled as the 2024 White House Christmas tree.
Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
Drake accuses Spotify, UMG of inflating Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
West Virginia ends promising subsidy program for weight loss drugs
In 2020, West Virginia launched a pilot program to subsidize GLP-1 drugs for public employees, but the program was shuttered in March.
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Drake accuses Spotify, UMG of inflating Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
Trump threatens to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on first day in office
President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.
West Virginia ends promising subsidy program for GLP-1 weight loss drugs
In 2020, West Virginia launched a pilot program to subsidize GLP-1 drugs for public employees, but the program was shuttered in March.
Biden will attend Trump's inauguration in January, White House says
President-elect Donald Trump skipped President Biden's inauguration following Trump's supporters' Capitol assault.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
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Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
Is AI better at planning and booking a vacation than you are?
Two CBS News correspondents conducted an experiment to see which was better at planning a trip — AI or a person. Here's what they found.
Amazon workers in more than 20 countries plan Black Friday strikes
Workers at Amazon warehouses around the world plan to strike between Black Friday and Cyber Monday this week.
Macy's says an employee hid up to $154 million in delivery expenses
Macy's delays its quarterly earnings report after discovering that an accounting unit employee concealed delivery expenses.
Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
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Biden will attend Trump's inauguration in January, White House says
President-elect Donald Trump skipped President Biden's inauguration following Trump's supporters' Capitol assault.
White House Christmas tree came from Helene-devastated tree farm
A tree that survived Hurricane Helene in North Carolina was unveiled as the 2024 White House Christmas tree.
Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn sparking internal strife over appointments
Republicans vying for jobs allege Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn has been mixing private consulting with his transition role.
Special counsel seeks to end bid to revive documents case against Trump
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal appeals court to dismiss his appeal in the documents case against President-elect Donald Trump.
Judge dismisses charges against Trump in D.C. election case after Smith request
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
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West Virginia ends promising subsidy program for GLP-1 weight loss drugs
In 2020, West Virginia launched a pilot program to subsidize GLP-1 drugs for public employees, but the program was shuttered in March.
As many as 1 in 5 people won't lose weight with GLP-1 drugs, experts say
About 20% of patients — as many as 1 in 5 — may not respond well to medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy, according to several obesity experts.
A study to devise nutritional guidance just for you
When it comes to eating healthy, all of us respond to foods differently. The National Institutes of Health's new nutrition study hopes to finally provide Americans a personalized answer to the question: "What should I eat?"
A study to personalize nutrition guidance just for you
From the four food groups to the Food Pyramid, the U.S. government has long offered guidance to Americans hoping to eat a healthier diet. But there's growing scientific consensus that when it comes to eating healthy, all of us respond to foods differently. And to prove it, the National Institutes of Health has embarked on the most ambitious nutrition study ever, hoping to finally provide Americans a personalized answer to the question: "What should I eat?" Correspondent Lee Cowan reports.
New treatments offer hope for older patients with a deadly cancer diagnosis
Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.
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Lawmakers brawl over deadly train station roof collapse in Serbia
Scuffles and fistfights broke out weeks after a deadly rail station roof collapse that ignited tensions in the Balkan state.
Mystery of serial shoe robber solved when camera catches culprit
Police thought a shoe thief was on the loose at a kindergarten, until a security camera caught the furry culprit in action.
Chinese trans woman awarded thousands over forced electroshock therapy
Trans performance artist Ling'er says she was forced to undergo electroshock treatments at a hospital in China that left her with a heart condition.
Best-selling novelist Barbara Taylor Bradford dies at 91
Barbara Taylor Bradford was one of the world's most popular and wealthiest writers, her net worth estimated at more than $200 million.
16 missing after Egyptian tour boat sinks on Red Sea diving trip
Authorities in Egypt say a luxury yacht that set off with 45 people from the Red Sea port of Ghalib for a week-long diving trip sank, with 28 rescued and 16 still missing.
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Drake accuses Spotify, UMG of inflating Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
"Glicked" sweeps box office
"Wicked" led the box office with $114 million, while "Gladiator II" earned $55 million in a record-setting pre-Thanksgiving weekend. The combined success marks the biggest pre-Thanksgiving weekend opening since the COVID-19 pandemic. Rebecca Rubin, a senior film and media reporter with Variety, has more.
"Wicked," "Gladiator II" soar at box office
While "Gladiator II" earned $55 million at the box office domestically, "Wicked" soared with $114 million. It was the biggest pre-Thanksgiving weekend opening since the COVID-19 pandemic, with the two movies earning the nickname "Glicked."
Best-selling novelist Barbara Taylor Bradford dies at 91
Barbara Taylor Bradford was one of the world's most popular and wealthiest writers, her net worth estimated at more than $200 million.
"Oregon Trail" computer game is now being developed as a movie
One of the most successful computer games of all time is currently being developed by Apple as a forthcoming movie.
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Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
How AI can help to plan your next vacation
More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.
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.
Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
A new generation of shopping cart, with GPS and AI
At a Price Chopper outside Kansas City, shoppers are test driving the new Caper Cart, featuring digital screens, GPS, cameras equipped with artificial intelligence, and packaging scanners that spit out coupons. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti looks at the technology used to "reinvent the wheel" of the shopping cart.
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Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Iceland volcano flares in region's 7th eruption in one year
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
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Menendez brothers resentencing delayed
A California judge on Monday delayed his decision on whether to resentence the Menendez brothers until January. In October, the outgoing Los Angeles district attorney requested a judge reconsider Lyle and Erik's sentences for the 1989 murders of their parents after new evidence was introduced. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.
NFL, NBA warn players about burglaries
The NFL and the NBA have issued warnings to players about transnational gangs that may be targeting them for burglaries. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more on the criminals behind the schemes.
Paths for Menendez brothers' freedom
There are three legal paths for the Menendez brothers to potentially leave prison after serving several decades for the 1989 killings of their parents. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the latest in their legal battle.
White Florida woman sentenced to 25 years for fatally shooting Black neighbor
Susan Lorincz was sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting Ajike Owens, her Black neighbor, through her front door last year.
Arrest made after woman, baby shot dead in car in Connecticut
A suspect in the fatal shooting of a woman and her 4-month-old son inside a car in Hartford, Connecticut, was arrested in Puerto Rico, officials said.
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Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
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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.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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.
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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What does financial success look like?
According to a new survey from financial service company Empower, Gen Z Americans believe it takes a salary of $588,000 to be considered financially successful. That's more than double the figure from other generations. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady joins to unpack the findings.
Arguments heard over pending Infowars sale
A federal judge in Texas plans to hold another hearing to decide whether satirical news outlet "The Onion" can move forward with the purchase of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' company, Infowars. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian has the latest from Houston.
Thanksgiving week 2024 weather forecast
Multiple weather systems are forecast to drop rain and snow across the U.S. during the week of Thanksgiving. CBS News national weather correspondent Rob Marciano has more on what conditions to expect.
Security high ahead of Thanksgiving events
Federal and local authorities are reportedly warning the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City could be a target for would-be terrorists. Law enforcement officials will also need to be on high alert for what could be the busiest and most crowded holiday travel season yet. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with analysis.
Illegal crossings on track for Biden-era low
For the first time under the Biden administration, illegal crossings at the southern border are on track to dip below 50,000 for November. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.