IRS apologizes to billionaire Ken Griffin for leaking his tax records
The IRS said it "sincerely apologizes" to billionaire hedge fund manager Ken Griffin and thousands of other Americans whose tax data was leaked.
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Alito responds to ProPublica report on trip
A new report from ProPublica claims Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito accepted a lavish vacation from a conservative billionaire with frequent business before the high court. The report comes amid calls to reform the court's ethics. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane and ProPublica's Josh Kaplan, one of the reporters who worked on the story, have more.
Justice Clarence Thomas under fire
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is under scrutiny for the second time this month after Propublica reported he failed to disclose sale of home to GOP donor Harlan Crow. Jan Crawford has details.
Report questions Clarence Thomas' donor ties
A report by the nonprofit news outlet ProPublica details years of luxury vacations taken by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and his wife, conservative activist Ginni Thomas, paid for by a prominent Republican donor, Harlan Crow. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak with details.
Uvalde student pleads for help in 911 call
In 911 calls, frantic students and teachers describe the calls for help inside Robb Elementary School during the shooting massacre in May. Omar Villafranca shows us the new chilling and heartbreaking details we are learning from the chilling audio, obtained by The Texas Tribune and ProPublica.
New audio captures Uvalde students' dire 911 calls
In 911 calls, obtained by the Texas Tribune and ProPublica and released with the permission of victims' families, frantic students and teachers describe the horror of the Uvalde school shooting as it happened. Warning: The clips are disturbing. Omar Villafranca reports.
Facebook's role ahead of January 6 attack
A new investigation by ProPublica and the Washington Post reveals how Facebook dissolved a "political moderation task force" in the weeks leading up to the January 6 attack on the Capitol. The previously unreported task force was created in an effort to police the increasingly "toxic" political groups on the social network. Craig Silverman, a national reporter for ProPublica and co-author of the report, joins "Red and Blue" with more on the findings.
Far-right strategy for influencing elections
A recent ProPublica investigation uncovers how a cohort of far-right Trump supporters are influencing elections and the voting process. Former President Trump’s chief strategist Steve Bannon is calling on supporters to take up low-level precinct officer positions within the Republican party to shape its future. Isaac Arnsdorf, a reporter for ProPublica, joined CBSN to discuss.
Richest Americans have a low "true tax rate"
A new ProPublica analysis of tax data on multibillionaires comes to the conclusion that the richest 25 people in the U.S. have a "true tax rate" of almost nothing.
ProPublica on how billionaires avoid taxes
A new investigation from ProPublica reveals how some of America’s wealthiest people — multibillionaires like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk — pay little, if anything, in federal income taxes. ProPublica editor-in-chief Stephen Engelberg joins CBSN AM to discuss.
ProPublica: Richest pay less than 4% in taxes
Newly revealed tax records shed light on just how little some of America's richest are paying in taxes. Jesse Eisinger, the co-writer of the ProPublica report, joins “CBS This Morning.”
U.S. to allow more asylum-seekers
As part of negotiations from a lawsuit filed by the ACLU, the Biden administration has agreed to allow up to 250 asylum-seekers who meet certain criteria into the country per day. Meanwhile, ProPublica reports the administration is fighting misinformation that's driving more people to the U.S.-Mexico border. Lomi Kriel, a reporter for the ProPublica-Texas Tribune Investigative Initiative, spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about what she learned from her investigation.
Report highlights false barriers to COVID vaccine
Even as record numbers of people are being vaccinated against the coronavirus, a new report from ProPublica finds some are being wrongfully turned away at vaccine sites across the U.S. Maryam Jameel, a public engagement reporter at ProPublica, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the common false barriers the public should know.
How climate change could benefit Russia
With the largest land mass of any country in the world, Russia is positioned to benefit from climate change, according to a new report by New York Times Magazine and ProPublica. Abrahm Lustgarten, the author of that report, joins CBSN to explain.
House probe finds booster seats endangered kids
A congressional investigation sparked by reporting from CBS News and ProPublica raises serious safety concerns about millions of car booster seats. Kris Van Cleave reports.
DOJ to allow public investigations of election fraud
ProPublica reports the Department of Justice sent an email that said federal investigators can publicly look into suspected election fraud before the polls close. It specifically mentioned postal workers and military employees, both of whom President Trump has accused of assisting in voter fraud. The memo goes against the DOJ's longstanding rule of not interfering with elections. ProPublica reporter Justin Elliott joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more on his reporting.
Cyberattacks take on new urgency in Texas
ProPublica reports a malware attack has targeted a email system in a central Texas county as cybersecurity experts warn about vulnerabilities in voting systems at the state and local level. ProPublica senior reporter Jack Gillum joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano on "Red & Blue" with more.
What happens when police pull back?
A new ProPublica investigation is highlighting what happens when police pull back from their law enforcement duties. ProPublica reporter Alec MacGillis joined CBSN to explain his reporting, including why resentment is building between officers and the communities they serve, and what local mayors can do to heal it.
Portland protesters barred from gatherings
A new report by ProPublica says about a dozen protesters arrested in Portland, Oregon, were only released from jail on condition that they agreed not to participate in "public gatherings." But is that actually legal? ProPublica's Dara Lind joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss her reporting.
Virus takes heavy toll on Filipino Americans
People of Filipino ancestry make up about 1% of the U.S. population, but more than 7% of the nation's health care workers. According to ProPublica, one of every four Filipino adults in the New York-New Jersey area works in the medical field. Elaine Quijano shares the effect the pandemic has had on this community of caretakers.
Politically-connected companies get PPP funds
Newly released data reveals new information about some of the companies that received millions of dollars in coronavirus bailout funds. The loans are part of the Paycheck Protection Program created to help small businesses cover payroll expenses during the pandemic. ProPublica senior reporter Jack Gillum joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the details.
California inmate who died while in restraints cried out for help
ProPublica obtained 17 hours of surveillance video showing Phillip Garcia's final hours.
Report: Calif. coronavirus response bests N.Y.'s
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has been praised for his leadership during the coronavirus pandemic, but his actions before it is coming under scrutiny. A report by investigative news site ProPublica compares the response of the East Coast with that of the West Coast, where California Governor Gavin Newsom let counties close earlier, likely avoiding a higher death toll. The article's co-author Joaquin Sapien joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss his reporting.
Virus data projections paint grim picture for U.S. hospitals
"Doctors and hospitals are going to be forced to make decisions they didn't go into medicine for," Ornstein predicted. "And essentially, that's going to be relegating some patients to death" in the case of strained resources.
People facing jail over unpaid medical debt
Some Americans who are struggling to pay their medical bills are now facing jail time. In partnership with ProPublica, Meg Oliver reports on a town in Kansas where people are being put behind bars for falling behind on their payments.
How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP
The president was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."
Harris speaks at Ellipse, offering "a different path" than Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Harris vows to "work with everyone;" Trump goes to Pennsylvania as poll shows tie
Seven days before Election Day, former President Donald Trump is campaigning in Pennsylvania while Vice President Kamala Harris gives a closing argument for her campaign. I will work with everyone —Democrats, Republicans, and Independents—to help Americans who are working hard and still struggling to get ahead.
Paul Pelosi attacker David DePape sentenced to life term on state charges
The man who was convicted in the 2022 attack on the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday following his state trial.
Supreme Court rejects RFK Jr.'s bids to have his name removed from Michigan and Wisconsin ballots
Robert F. Kennedy suspended his longshot presidential campaign in August and endorsed former President Donald Trump.
What to know after ballot box fires in Washington and Oregon
Two ballot boxes went up in flames early Monday morning in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, in incidents that authorities believe are connected.
Air Force overpaid nearly 8,000% for soap dispensers for aircraft, IG report says
The dispensers were one of about a dozen spare parts for which Boeing overcharged the Air Force, according to the Pentagon inspector general report.
Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
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How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare
A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.
How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP
Biden was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."
Man who threatened Fani Willis gets nearly 2 years in prison
He made threatening phone calls just over a week before former President Donald Trump and 18 others were indicted in Fulton County in August 2023.
Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
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How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.
With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.
Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.
Halloween costume chain Spirit bet on the pop-up model and won
Spirit Halloween's success as a seasonal pop-up retailer is leading it to make a foray into Christmas with 10 temporary stores.
DJT stock soars amid Donald Trump's rise in the betting markets
Trump Media's shares have soared with the former President Donald Trump's rise in the betting markets.
Dynacare baby powder recall expands recall due to asbestos concerns
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
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How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare
A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.
Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP
Biden was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."
Man who threatened Fani Willis gets nearly 2 years in prison
He made threatening phone calls just over a week before former President Donald Trump and 18 others were indicted in Fulton County in August 2023.
Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
Harris speaks at Ellipse, offering "a different path" than Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
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Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.
Dynacare baby powder recall expands recall due to asbestos concerns
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
Rare case of Lassa fever kills an Iowa resident. Here's what to know.
The middle-aged Iowa resident had recently returned from travel to West Africa, where it is believed they contracted the virus.
Maximizing your annual wellness checkup
As the year wraps up, it might be a good time to book that doctor's visit before deductibles reset. CBS chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook shares how to make each appointment with your physician truly count.
Organ donations drop after reports of man mistakenly declared dead
Transplant experts are seeing a spike in people revoking organ donor registrations after reports that organs were nearly retrieved from a Kentucky man mistakenly declared dead.
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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence
Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.
40,000 stolen coins based on animated kids' series "Bluey" recovered by police
Australian police say they recovered more than 40,000 stolen limited-edition coins based on the hit children's animated series "Bluey."
Flash flooding in Spain leaves dozens dead
Spanish authorities say dozens of people have died in flash flooding that is the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation in recent memory.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
Teen accused of killing 3 U.K. girls had al Qaeda manual, police say
A teen accused of killing three girls in England is charged with producing the poison ricin and faces a terror offense for having a jihadi training manual.
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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS
Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr, best known for her comic turns in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at age 79. In this "Sunday Morning" profile originally broadcast on December 4, 2005, Garr talked with correspondent Rita Braver about her autobiography, "Speedbumps"; how she advanced from dancing in the background of Elvis Presley movies to starring roles (she was, admittedly, up-front about lying on her resume); and how it became harder for her to find acting jobs following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.
Teri Garr, actor known for "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie" roles, dies at 79
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
"Mornings Memory": Taylor Swift interview
In today's "Mornings Memory," we revisit Taylor Swift's 2014 interview with Gayle King, where she shared insights into her life and career just as her stardom skyrocketed.
Sindhu Vee on "The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh"
Stand-up comedian Sindhu Vee stars in the new TV series about an Indian family navigating life and neighborhood drama in America. Vee joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her role.
Opera Philadelphia reaches new audiences
Opera Philadelphia is lowering ticket prices to make opera more relevant and accessible. The move is drawing in some first-time audiences and boosting revenue. Scott MacFarlane goes backstage to explore this innovative strategy.
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Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
Alleged China interference efforts: New details
The Washington Post is reporting that a group of hackers linked to the Chinese government collected audio recordings from phone calls of American political figures, including an unnamed Donald Trump campaign adviser. The report comes days after CBS News learned the same hacking group tried to access phones and networks used by the former president, Sen. JD Vance and members of Kamala Harris' campaign. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins CBS News with analysis.
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.
Apple Intelligence AI rollout starts today with release of iOS 18.1
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
Apple Intelligence rollout begins
Your iPhone could become a whole lot smarter Monday with the launch of Apple Intelligence, introducing a slew of AI features on eligible devices. CNET editor-at-large Bridget Carey joined CBS News to discuss the new features.
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China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
The Climate Election: The economy, explained
The economy remains one of the top concerns for voters just a week out from Election Day, but there's a major factor that experts say could cause significant harm to it: climate change. One study found that not limiting global temperature rise could cost $551 trillion, roughly 19 times the size of the entire U.S. economy.
Neil deGrasse Tyson shares cosmic journey
Neil deGrasse Tyson explores the cosmos in his new book, "Merlin's Tour of the Universe," where he answers readers' questions on galaxies, black holes and more. He joins "CBS Mornings" to share more his cosmic journey.
World "miles short' of emissions goals to curb climate change, U.N. says
Greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere reached record highs in 2023, the U.N. warned, with countries falling "miles short" of what is needed to curb devastating global warming.
Why U.S. is seeing record-high October temps
In parts of the U.S., it's been spooky warm, with some places setting records for heat. As we get ready for Halloween, CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has been taking a closer look at these records and how climate change is heating up trick or treating.
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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence
Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.
Brazilian au pair charged in double homicide pleads guilty to manslaughter
Juliana Peres Magalhães pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Tuesday in what prosecutors say was an elaborate double-murder scheme to frame a man in the stabbing of Christine Banfield.
Paul Pelosi attacker David DePape sentenced to life term on state charges
The man who was convicted in the 2022 attack on the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday following his state trial.
Dozens jailed in drug smuggling mega-trial: "Your honor, I played, I lost."
The multinational cocaine and cannabis trafficking enterprise was busted after investigators cracked encrypted messaging apps.
Officer accused in Andre Hill's murder takes stand: "I made a mistake"
Former Columbus officer Adam Coy said he rolled over Andre Hill's body, saw a pile of keys and realized there was no gun.
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SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
Space station crew gets medical evaluation after record 235-day mission
The Crew Dragon splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico a month later than planned, setting a SpaceX endurance record in the process.
4 large asteroids, including 1 the size of a skyscraper, speed past Earth
Four huge asteroids — and a fifth that's much smaller — are passing Earth on Thursday in their closest approaches to the planet ever recorded.
Four space station crew members head for Friday return to Earth
Spending a month longer than planned aboard the ISS, three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut are finally headed home.
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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS
Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr, best known for her comic turns in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at age 79. In this "Sunday Morning" profile originally broadcast on December 4, 2005, Garr talked with correspondent Rita Braver about her autobiography, "Speedbumps"; how she advanced from dancing in the background of Elvis Presley movies to starring roles (she was, admittedly, up-front about lying on her resume); and how it became harder for her to find acting jobs following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
Harris struggles with Arab, Muslim voters
Vice President Kamala Harris is struggling to win the support of Arab and Muslim voters in Michigan. Four of them who voted for President Biden in 2020 explain why they will not vote for Harris on Election Day. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Dozens killed in Israeli strike in Gaza
The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry said dozens of Palestinians were killed or missing after an Israeli airstrike hit a building where displaced families were sheltering Tuesday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.
Harris makes final appeal to voters at the Ellipse
Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday gave her "closing argument" speech at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., a week before Election Day, the same park where former President Donald Trump spoke on Jan. 6, 2021, ahead of the Capitol insurrection. Meanwhile, Trump also held a rally in Allentown, Pennsylvania. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.