"Free" screening? Know your rights to get no-cost care
Even a decade in, the Affordable Care Act's recommendations to cover preventive screening and care without cost-sharing remain confusing and complex.
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Obama returns to White House for health care event with Biden
The former president appeared at the White House for the first time since leaving office in 2017.
House passes bill capping monthly insulin costs at $35 for insured patients
The bill, which must still pass the Senate, would not help the uninsured.
Analyzing Obamacare, religious liberty rulings
The U.S. Supreme Court issued two landmark rulings Thursday, one dismissing a challenge from multiple Republican-led states to dismantle the Affordable Care Act and the other in support of a Catholic foster care agency that was cut off by the city of Philadelphia for refusing to work with same-sex couples. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Obamacare, 7 to 2
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday rejected the latest challenge to the Affordable Care Act. The decision came in a 7 to 2 ruling, with four conservative justices siding with their three more liberal colleagues. Jan Crawford reports.
Justices rule on Obamacare, religious liberty
The Supreme Court turned back another challenge to the Affordable Care Act, the federal health care law popularly known as Obamacare. The court also issued a unanimous ruling that said the city of Philadelphia was wrong to cut ties with a Catholic group that wouldn't place foster children with same-sex couples. CBSN reporter Bradley Blackburn joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Supreme Court dismisses challenge to Affordable Care Act
The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed the latest challenge to the Affordable Care Act. The justices ruled 7-2 to uphold the Obama-era law. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports on the court's decision, then joins CBSN's Lana Zak for analysis.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Affordable Care Act
For a third time, the Supreme Court rejected a Republican challenge to kill the Affordable Care Act. Jan Crawford has more.
Supreme Court upholds Obamacare
The Supreme Court has ruled to uphold the Affordable Care Act. Jessica Levinson, a CBS News legal contributor and professor at Loyola Law School, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more about the decision .
Supreme Court begins final month of term
June is the last month before the U.S. Supreme Court breaks for summer recess, which means we could see decisions on major cases. Some of those cases include voting rights, gay rights and an effort to strike down the Affordable Care Act. Jessica Levinson, CBS News legal contributor and professor at Loyola Law School, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss what we can expect in the coming weeks.
Obamacare enrollment reopens for Americans needing coverage in pandemic
The special enrollment period will run through May 15.
Biden's executive orders on health care
President Biden signed another batch of executive orders Thursday, this time focused on health care coverage. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden executive action reopens ACA enrollment
President Biden is temporarily reopening enrollment for the Affordable Care Act as pandemic-related job losses push the number of uninsured onto the exchanges. Nancy Cordes has more.
Biden's executive orders on health, climate
President Joe Biden is taking steps to roll back some Trump-era health care policies. He's also using his executive authority to launch new government effort to fight climate change. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN to discuss the latest.
Biden reopening Obamacare enrollment during pandemic
Presidential order would offer help to millions of Americans who have lost health insurance during the outbreak.
Crush of Obamacare signups expected before deadline
Over 915,000 people signed up for Obamacare between November 29 and December 5.
Gayle King on her interview with Barack Obama
Former President Barack Obama is weighing in on the 2020 election, President Trump and the political divisiveness gripping the country. He spoke to Gayle King in a new interview for CBS "Sunday Morning." Gayle joins CBSN to talk about the former president's comments on the state of the country, racial tensions and life after the White House.
Obamacare may survive Supreme Court challenge
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in the latest legal challenge to the Affordable Care Act. CBS News reporter Melissa Quinn joined CBSN with a breakdown of the oral arguments and why it appears the landmark law may survive without the individual mandate.
Biden criticizes Trump over not conceding
President-elect Joe Biden criticized President Trump's refusal to concede the election, calling it an "embarrassment." Despite roadblocks from the Trump administration, Mr. Biden is moving ahead with his transition team. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN AM from Wilmington, Delaware, to discuss.
SCOTUS hears arguments on the Affordable Care Act
The Supreme Court heard arguments on the Affordable Care Act for a third time on Monday. Challenges to President Obama's landmark legislation previously failed in 2012 and 2015. Now it appears the law could stand again, despite a conservative majority on the Supreme Court. Kim Wehle, a professor of law at the University of Baltimore and author of "What You Need to Know About Voting and Why," discusses which justices may vote to keep the ACA largely intact.
Supreme Court may uphold Affordable Care Act
Republicans are hoping the conservative majority on the Supreme Court will end the Affordable Care Act once and for all, but it appears that former President Obama's signature piece of legislation is likely to survive this challenge. Jan Crawford reports.
"Not our job": Supreme Court justices skeptical of striking down Obamacare
Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Brett Kavanaugh signaled they disagree with arguments that Obamacare should fall.
Biden: Health care shouldn't be partisan
President-elect Joe Biden says millions of Americans support keeping the Affordable Care Act and he condemned the Trump administration's efforts to overturn it as "a matter of life and death." Mr. Biden spoke a few hours after the Supreme Court heard arguments on the law, also known as Obamacare, and he promised to improve on the system once he takes office. Watch his remarks.
Supreme Court hears arguments on ACA
The Supreme Court heard arguments today on a Republican challenge to the Affordable Care Act. Harvard Law School professor Alan Jenkins joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the implications of the case.
Supreme Court hears arguments on Obamacare
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in the latest legal challenge to the Affordable Care Act. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins CBSN with a look at what's at stake.
Biden signs 50 bills into law on Christmas Eve
Among the new laws signed by President Biden are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and a bill to address hazing on college campuses.
Pope welcomes Christmas at newly restored St. Peter's Basilica
New renovations and AI-powered digital tours offer visitors a chance to see the historic site ahead of the 2025 Jubilee Year.
Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after being treated for flu
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
Biden vetoes 66 new federal judgeships, blames "hurried" House action
President Biden vetoed an effort to add 66 federal judgeships, saying "hurried action" by the House left important questions unanswered.
Biden signs defense bill, despite ban on transgender health care for military kids
President Biden has signed the annual defense authorization bill into law.
Suspect who allegedly set woman on fire in subway fanned flames, prosecutors say
Authorities are revealing more details surrounding the killing of a woman who was set on fire while sleeping on the New York City subway.
Mega Millions jackpot hits $1 billion for Christmas Eve drawing
A Mega Millions player may win a big jackpot on Christmas Eve. The lottery prize for the December drawing is at an $1 billion.
At least 2 journalists killed in shooting during hospital reopening in Haiti
The suspected gang attack occurred when journalists were covering the reopening of Port-au-Prince's biggest public hospital on Christmas Eve.
Russian cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean after engine room blast
The ship sank in the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Algeria following an explosion in the engine room, officials said.
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Hanukkah this year starts on Christmas Day in rare occurrence
The eight-day Jewish holiday of Hanukkah starts on Christmas Day in 2024, an occurrence that happens very infrequently.
Biden signs 50 bills into law on Christmas Eve
Among the new laws signed by President Biden are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and a bill to address hazing on college campuses.
Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after being treated for flu
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
Biden signs defense bill, despite ban on transgender health care for military kids
President Biden has signed the annual defense authorization bill into law.
Starbucks strike shuts down hundreds of locations
More than 5,000 workers were expected to take part in walkout that ends later on Christmas Eve, their union says.
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Starbucks strike shuts down hundreds of locations
More than 5,000 workers were expected to take part in walkout that ends later on Christmas Eve, their union says.
Netflix carrying 2 NFL games on Christmas Day. It's a big step.
Netflix will have one of its biggest days Wednesday since the site launched in 1998 when it airs two NFL games for the first time.
What's open on Christmas Eve 2024? Stores you can visit today.
Here's which food stores, restaurants and other chains are open and closed today, Christmas Eve 2024.
Panel fails to reach consensus on national security risk of U.S. Steel sale
A government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel to purchase U.S. Steel.
CTA may require business owners to register with FinCEN before Jan. 13
The Corporate Transparency Act, or CTA, requires some businesses to register with FINCEN next month, or face fines. Here's what to know.
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Biden signs 50 bills into law on Christmas Eve
Among the new laws signed by President Biden are Paris Hilton's bill to protect institutionalized teenagers and a bill to address hazing on college campuses.
Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after being treated for flu
Former President Bill Clinton was released from a hospital in Washington. D.C., on Christmas Eve, following an overnight stay for treatment of a fever and flu.
Biden signs defense bill, despite ban on transgender health care for military kids
President Biden has signed the annual defense authorization bill into law.
Key parts of Arkansas law allowing criminal charges vs. librarians struck down
A federal judge struck down key parts of an Arkansas law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing "harmful" materials to minors.
Biden vetoes 66 new federal judgeships, blames "hurried action" by House
President Biden vetoed an effort to add 66 federal district judgeships, saying "hurried action" by the House left important questions unanswered.
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Expert tips to support your immune system
With flu levels rising, Dr. Rabia De Latour shares ways to support your immune system and stay healthy during the holidays.
How to stay healthy during holiday gatherings
Seasonal illnesses are increasing just days away from the holidays. The CDC reports positive flu tests are up 9% in the most recent week and cases of whooping cough are six times last year's rate. Dr. Susannah Hills, an ear, nose and throat specialist at Columbia University Medical Center, explains how to stay safe.
Are you contagious? Here's when you're most likely to spread COVID, flu, RSV
How long are you contagious after getting COVID, flu, RSV, pneumonia and more? Here's what to know to keep others safe this holiday season.
Health care AI, intended to save money, requires expensive humans
Despite the hype over artificial intelligence in medicine, the systems require consistent monitoring and staffing to put in place and maintain.
CDC releases concerning new flu numbers
Thirteen states reported "high" or "very high" levels of flu-like illness last week, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's double the number of states from the week before. Ali Bauman reports.
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At least 2 journalists killed in shooting during hospital reopening in Haiti
The suspected gang attack occurred when journalists were covering the reopening of Port-au-Prince's biggest public hospital on Christmas Eve.
Russian cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean after engine room blast
The ship sank in the Mediterranean Sea between Spain and Algeria following an explosion in the engine room, officials said.
2,600-year-old shipwreck is raised from waters off Spain
An ancient shipwreck that dates back to the 7th century B.C.E. has been removed from waters off Spain, two decades after its discovery in 1994.
Swiss Olympic snowboarder dies in avalanche at 26 years old
Sophie Hediger, a member of Switzerland's snowboard cross team, competed at the 2022 Beijing Games.
Pope welcomes Christmas at newly restored St. Peter's Basilica
New renovations and AI-powered digital tours offer visitors a chance to see the historic site ahead of the 2025 Jubilee Year.
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Angel Blue on Met role debut in "Aida" and Opera journey
Angel Blue, who was recently named Classical Music's "Vocalist of the Year," is set to perform the title role in "Aida" at the Metropolitan Opera. Known for her Grammy-winning performances, Blue will take the stage in New York beginning on Dec. 31. She joins "CBS Mornings Plus."
Netflix carrying 2 NFL games on Christmas Day. It's a big step.
Netflix will have one of its biggest days Wednesday since the site launched in 1998 when it airs two NFL games for the first time.
Prosecutor drops appeal, ending case against Alec Baldwin in "Rust" shooting
The appeal had asked the court to reinstate charges, including involuntary manslaughter, against Alec Baldwin.
Denzel Washington gets minister's license at Harlem church
Just shy of his 70th birthday, Denzel Washington has a new line to add to an already impressive résumé.
Burt, the famous croc from "Crocodile Dundee" movie, dies in Australia
Burt, the iconic Saltwater crocodile that appeared alongside Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in the hit movie, was believed to be more than 90 years old.
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AI features dominating tech heading into 2025
New artificial intelligence features appeared across the tech landscape this year, from the latest iPhone to chatbots like Google's Gemini. Adam Auriemma, the editor-in-chief at CNET, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
Researchers develop robot to help people walk
A robotic exosuit may seem like science fiction, but a team of South Korean researchers is turning the concept into reality. CBS News' Leah Mishkin explains how the new tech is helping people with disabilities walk on their own.
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.
Holiday shoppers on the lookout for big TVs
TVs are some of the most popular items to fly off store shelves during the holidays. But this year, experts say shoppers are going bigger than ever. CBS News' Jeff Wagner explains.
Health care AI, intended to save money, requires expensive humans
Despite the hype over artificial intelligence in medicine, the systems require consistent monitoring and staffing to put in place and maintain.
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2,600-year-old shipwreck is raised from waters off Spain
An ancient shipwreck that dates back to the 7th century B.C.E. has been removed from waters off Spain, two decades after its discovery in 1994.
What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day
The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.
Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling
This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.
Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Americans coexisted with 4-ton sloths for millennia, research shows
Early Americans may have spent millennia sharing prehistoric savannas and wetlands with enormous beasts, research shows.
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Suspect who allegedly set woman on fire in subway fanned flames, prosecutors say
Authorities are revealing more details surrounding the killing of a woman who was set on fire while sleeping on the New York City subway.
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty
Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in court in New York City and pleaded not guilty to murder and terrorism charges. His lawyer criticized what he called the case's political nature as Mangione was led into the hearing with his hands shackled.
Prosecutor drops appeal, ending case against Alec Baldwin in "Rust" shooting
The appeal had asked the court to reinstate charges, including involuntary manslaughter, against Alec Baldwin.
CEO murder suspect pleads not guilty in state case
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder and terrorism charges in New York state court Monday. Prosecutors allege he shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in the back and leg in Manhattan earlier this month. Lilia Luciano has more.
Legendary drug lord released from U.S. prison, deported to Colombia, freed
Fabio Ochoa arrived at Bogota's El Dorado airport on a deportation flight on Monday, wearing a grey sweatshirt and carrying his personal belongings in a plastic bag.
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Discovery of "tipped over" black hole surprises NASA scientists
New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
Why are the Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space?
Here's why NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are stuck, but not stranded, at the International Space Station after launching into space in June.
NASA delayes return date for astronauts
NASA has delayed the return date for Boeing's Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the decision to keep the two in space.
NASA leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.
Boeing Starliner crew's return delayed again
Two astronauts who have been stuck in space since June will have to wait until at least the end of March to come home after NASA on Wednesday again pushed back their return date. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what's causing the delays.
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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.
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.
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.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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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How AM radio helped storm recovery efforts
After Hurricane Helene brought devastating flooding to North Carolina, internet and cell phone service were spotty at best. But many were able to coordinate relief efforts and get crucial information out over AM radio. Skyler Henry has the story.
Mega Millions jackpot hits $1 billion
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared to an estimated $1 billion for the drawing on Christmas Eve. It's only the seventh time in the game's history the jackpot has hit that mark. Dave Malkoff has more.
Pope Francis kicks off Jubilee year
Pope Francis ushered in the start of a Jubilee year at St. Peter's Basilica on Christmas Eve. The Vatican has spent years prepping for the once every quarter-century event. Chris Livesay has the story.
Former President Clinton discharged from hospital
Former President Bill Clinton was discharged from a Washington, D.C., hospital on Tuesday after being treated for the flu.
Dangerous surf on the Pacific Coast
A wharf in Santa Cruz, California, partially collapsed Monday, sending three workers inspecting the wharf into the ocean. At least one person was killed in a separate incident and two others are missing as a result of dangerous surf along the West Coast. Elise Preston has more.