Nursing home fire
At least 20 people were hospitalized after a massive fire ripped through a senior living in Pennsylvania. Dozens of other residents were forced to evacuate. CBS Philadelphia's Trang Do reports.
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Tom Ridge in critical condition after cardiac procedure
Ridge, 72, a former governor of Pennsylvania, was attending the Republican Governors Association conference at a hotel in Austin, Texas when he called hotel staff seeking medical assistance
Charges: Man killed wife in 1983, staged death as suicide
Investigators say Carl Rodgers beat his wife to death before slashing her wrists to "to imply suicidal activity"
Police: Pa. man beat baby daughter to death for crying
Allegheny County Police said George Gazzam, 30, initially told officers the baby had fallen out of bed
Tim Piazza's parents speak out after new charges in hazing death
"They have destroyed so much, they have destroyed our joy," Evelyn Piazza said
New charges in hazing death
Surveillance video that was deleted -- then recovered -- led to new charges Monday in the hazing death of Tim Piazza. The 19-year-old Penn State sophomore died in February after falling down stairs. It happened during a night of heavy drinking while he was pledging for a fraternity. Anna Werner reports.
Fraternity death probe
The district attorney's office in Centre County, Pennsylvania, has announced new charges in the death of 19-year-old Tim Piazza. Officials said the teen was given 18 drinks in less than one hour and 22 minutes.
New charges announced in Penn State frat member's death
Authorities base new charges on the Beta Theta Pi basement surveillance footage deleted by a fraternity member following Tim Piazza's death
Rockefeller Center Christmas tree arrives in New York City
The tree arrived around 8 a.m. Saturday morning from State College, Pennsylvania
Woman's suicide leads to $7M settlement with prison company
Janene Wallace, 35, killed herself in 2015; her family will receive $7 million after a lawsuit against a private company
Death of young mayor shrouded in mystery
Mother of Brandon Wentz, 23, says he quit his Mount Carbon, Pa. post Wednesday night; officials say he did Thursday morning
Cops: Man snapped woman's neck for rejecting marriage proposal
Pennsylvania State Police say 19-year-old Tara Serino was the victim of a "very gruesome" murder
Philadelphia to relocate controversial statue of former mayor
The City of Philadelphia has announced that the statue of former mayor and police commissioner will be moved to a different location
Men seeking medical pot bombard gynecologist's office
Dr. Liang Bartkowiak is an OB-GYN who treats women exclusively
2 Penn State frats punished for rules violations
University officials say Delta Upsilon and Pi Lambda Phi will not be allowed to participate in Greek life events for a period of time
Nobody called 911
A horrifying assault that was caught on surveillance video has police investigating a robbery case in Pennsylvania. A source close to the investigation said the woman wound up lying on the sidewalk until she regained consciousness. CBS Pittsburgh's Marty Griffin reports.
Former Philadelphia district attorney gets 5-year prison term for bribe
"Rather than holding myself to a higher standard, I squandered that trust placed in me," Seth Williams, the city's first black DA, said in a statement
Ivanka pushes GOP tax plan
White House adviser Ivanka Trump spoke in favor of the Republican effort to overhaul the nation's tax code system in Pennsylvania on Monday during a town hall event with U.S. Treasurer Jovita Carranza.
Ivanka Trump pushes GOP tax plan
"It's time we recognize as a country that we have to have policies that mirror our values -- work and family," Trump said Monday
How state attorneys general are tackling the opioid crisis
Josh Shapiro and 40 other state AG's have subpoenaed drug companies to understand how opioids are made, marketed and distributed
Pennsylvania AG on opioid crisis
As part of our ongoing series, Issues That Matter, we look at the opioid crisis. Following an investigation by "60 Minutes" and the Washington Post, 41 attorneys general around the country have subpoenaed drug manufacturers and distributors for information and documents. They want to know how opioid medications are made, marketed and distributed. Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the focus of their investigation and why they're not waiting for Congress to go after pharmaceutical companies.
County sues drug companies over opioid epidemic
Suit claims drug companies played a role in the skyrocketing number of opioid overdoses
Police: 2 Pennsylvania men kill one another in shootout
Police say the eastern Pennsylvania city of Chester has had a particularly violent year
Trump tax reform
President Trump pitched his tax plan Wednesday to truckers outside Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, as his administration tries to persuade Congress to pass legislation. Mr. Trump claimed his policy is pro-family, pro-business and pro-growth.
"Confidence in our country is back," Trump says as he promotes tax plan
To truck drivers, Trump touted his plan to repeal the estate tax, which applies only to the wealthiest families
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VP debate live updates from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz are facing off tonight in the CBS News vice presidential debate in New York.
Iran launches missile attack on Israel
Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but there were no reports of Israeli deaths. A U.S. official said the attack was "effectively defeated."
Race continues to find Helene survivors as death toll from storm rises
President Biden said Monday there were reports that 600 people were unaccounted for after Hurricane Helene.
What to know about the CBS debate stage
The first and likely only vice presidential debate between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz will be held at the CBS Broadcast Center.
John Amos, "Roots" and "Good Times" actor, dies at 84
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
6 killed in Tel Aviv shooting moments before missile attack by Iran
Police said two suspects were killed after opening fire on a boulevard in the Jaffa neighborhood in southern Tel Aviv.
Dockworkers go on strike at East and Gulf Coast ports
Thousands of dockworkers walked off the job at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts seeking higher pay and better job security in the face of automation.
Claudia Sheinbaum takes office as Mexico's first female president
Claudia Sheinbaum's presidential victory came 70 years after women won the right to vote in Mexico.
How the VP debate rules will work for the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
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Ex-Jaguars employee who stole from team sues FanDuel for $250 million
Amit Patel, who is serving 6 1/2 years, filed a lawsuit claiming that FanDuel ignored its own responsible gambling and anti-money laundering protocols.
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VP debate live updates from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz are facing off tonight in the CBS News vice presidential debate in New York.
What to know about the CBS debate stage
The first and likely only vice presidential debate between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz will be held at the CBS Broadcast Center.
How much do striking dockworkers make? Here are their salaries.
Thousands of East and Gulf Coast dockworkers are on strike and demanding higher pay. Here's how much they earn.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
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How much do striking dockworkers make? Here are their salaries.
Thousands of East and Gulf Coast dockworkers are on strike and demanding higher pay. Here's how much they earn.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
What products could be affected by the port strike?
Dockworkers are walking picket lines at major East and Gulf coast ports, with consumers likely to feel the impact in coming weeks should it continue.
Airbnb giving Hurricane Helene victims free temporary housing
The company's nonprofit arm is partnering with local organizations to place displaced residents in free housing on a short-term basis.
CVS lays off 2,900 workers in cost-cutting move. Here's what to know.
CVS said it is cutting 2,900 workers, or about 1% of its workforce, as part of an effort to reduce costs by $2 billion.
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VP debate live updates from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz are facing off tonight in the CBS News vice presidential debate in New York.
What to know about the CBS debate stage
The first and likely only vice presidential debate between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz will be held at the CBS Broadcast Center.
Jimmy Carter's Secret Service detail reflects on the assignment of a lifetime
CBS News visited Plains, Georgia, for an inside look at the political outsider's security detail on his 100th birthday.
Meet the moderators for tonight's VP debate, Norah O'Donnell and Margaret Brennan
CBS News' Norah O'Donnell and Margaret Brennan are moderating Tuesday's vice presidential debate in New York.
Harris courts Latinos with health care-focused ads slamming Trump
Recent polls show Kamala Harris' advantage over Donald Trump among Latinos is smaller than Joe Biden's was in 2020.
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Harris and Trump talk about insulin cost, but a law Walz signed does more
Gov. Tim Walz signed a law in 2020 that goes further to cut costs than other state laws. Now, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are vying for support from people with diabetes.
Home hospice care in the spotlight as Jimmy Carter turns 100
The vast majority of hospice patients choose to receive care at home, like 98-year-old Joan Prum of Connecticut — and former President Jimmy Carter.
The biggest health risks from Hurricane Helene flooding
Hurricane Helene's massive rains and flooding is a major health and safety risk for residents exposed to potential waterborne illnesses and other dangers.
The "Galaxy Gas" trend whipping up controversy on social media
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
Embattled Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre to resign
The Senate approved a resolution on Wednesday that was intended to hold Ralph de la Torre in criminal contempt for failing to testify before a committee.
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Claudia Sheinbaum takes office as Mexico's first female president
Claudia Sheinbaum's presidential victory came 70 years after women won the right to vote in Mexico.
6 killed in Tel Aviv shooting moments before missile attack by Iran
Police said two suspects were killed after opening fire on a boulevard in the Jaffa neighborhood in southern Tel Aviv.
Iran launches missile attack on Israel
Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but there were no reports of Israeli deaths. A U.S. official said the attack was "effectively defeated."
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Why Israel says it must go after Hezbollah on the ground in Lebanon
A U.S. official says Iran could be about to fire missiles at Israel, as Israel announces "limited, localized" operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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John Amos, "Roots" and "Good Times" actor, dies at 84
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Weezer reflect on 30 years of "The Blue Album"
Rivers Cuomo and Patrick Wilson, the two remaining original members, revisited their 1994 debut album as part of their "Voyage to the Blue Planet" tour.
Kate McKinnon on new book and life after SNL
The Emmy-winning comedian and former "SNL" star joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her first book, "The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science," a young readers' adventure about three sisters and a mad scientist.
Malcolm Gladwell on "The Tipping Point"
Nearly 25 years after "The Tipping Point" became a cultural phenomenon, Malcolm Gladwell returns with his latest work, "Revenge of the Tipping Point."
Weezer on 30 years of nostalgia
Weezer's debut album, known for hits like "The Sweater Song" and "Buddy Holly," is now 30 years old. The band reflects on their breakthrough success and how the album continues to resonate with fans decades later.
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Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
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.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
The science of how planes remain in the air
Aerospace engineer Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss how planes remain in the air, despite some scientific uncertainty. She also reveals details about her space-bound adventure and her "Stay Curious" book series.
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How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Climate change views in Florida and Texas
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
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Man gets prison for cloning giant sheep for captive trophy hunting
Arthur "Jack" Schubarth allegedly used tissue and testicles from large sheep hunted in Central Asia and the U.S. to create hybrid sheep for captive trophy hunting.
Trump golf course plot not guilty plea
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect who allegedly plotted an assassination attempt in Florida against former President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to five counts against him Monday. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest after Routh's court appearance.
NYC Mayor Adams asks court to dismiss bribery charge
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is asking a judge to dismiss one of the five federal corruption charges against him.
Victims of modern slavery forced to work in U.K. McDonald's, BBC finds
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
Drug cartel surveillance cameras found on palm trees near border
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.
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Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
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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.
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.
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.
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Tim Walz and George Floyd unrest: A timeline
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has faced criticism for his response to the public unrest in his state after George Floyd's murder in Minneapolis in 2020. CBS News Confirmed mapped out how long it took Walz to bring in the National Guard during the outrage. CBS News Minnesota reporter Jennifer Mayerle explains the findings.
Trump reacts to Iran's missile attack
Former President Donald Trump reacted to the Iran launching missiles toward Israel, an attack that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called a failure. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on Trump's reaction ahead of the vice presidential debate.
What to watch for in Walz-Vance VP debate
Typically, debates are held in battleground or key primary states. Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will face off in the only scheduled vice presidential debate, hosted by CBS News, on Tuesday night in New York City. CBS News political director Fin Gómez discusses why the debate's location is unique and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes analyzes winning debate strategies.
Emmer on playing Walz in Vance's debate prep
Former President Donald Trump's running mate turned to a Minnesota Republican to help him prepare for Tuesday night's debate. Rep. Tom Emmer worked with Sen. JD Vance as a stand-in for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Emmer joins "America Decides" to discuss his role in the debate prep process.
Netanyahu says Iran made "big mistake"
Iran launched a missile attack against Israel on Tuesday. The Israeli military said there would be consequences for the strikes. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has the latest from Tel Aviv.