Here's how many Americans die from foodborne illnesses each year
Foodborne illness costs Americans $75 billion annually in premature deaths, medical care and lost productivity, study finds.
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FDA raises urgency of Costco egg recall
The FDA has raised the level of a Costco egg recall, warning of the risk of severe illness or death due to potential salmonella contamination. Over 10,000 cartons of Kirkland brand organic eggs sold at stores across the South are affected. Customers are urged to discard or return eggs marked with Julian code 327 and a use-by date of Jan. 5, 2025.
Blue Ridge Beef recalls Puppy Mix over salmonella risk
Federal regulators say puppy food sold by Blue Ridge Beef in seven states tested positive for salmonella.
Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
Threat of foodborne pathogens is growing with climate change, experts warn
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
Recalled cucumbers in salmonella outbreak sickened 449, CDC says
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with salmonella bacteria, laboratory tests found.
FAA probes suspect titanium, and other headlines
Here are some of the top headlines of Friday, including an FAA investigation into whether counterfeit titanium is being used in parts on some Boeing and Airbus planes, the search for a Los Angeles man who went missing while hiking on a Greek Island, and a warning from the CDC about a salmonella outbreak linked to bearded dragons. Kris Van Cleave, Carter Evans and Dave Malkoff report.
Cucumbers linked to salmonella outbreak that has spread to 25 states
Tainted cucumbers may be behind bacteria strain that has sickened people in 25 states and the District of Columbia.
Hy-Vee, Schnucks recall cream cheese spreads due to salmonella risk
Regional grocery chains separately recall cheese spreads sold across the Midwest because they may be tainted with bacteria.
White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
New USDA rule targets salmonella levels in some frozen chicken
A new rule will affect frozen breaded and stuffed raw chicken products that appear to be fully cooked but are only heat-treated.
Trader Joe's pulls fresh basil in 29 states after salmonella outbreak
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Quaker Oats expands granola product recall
Quaker Oats has expanded its list of recalled products because they may be contaminated with salmonella. The newly-recalled products include various Cap'n Crunch cereals and Gatorade protein bars.
Quaker Oats recalls more granola products due to salmonella risk
Quaker Oats expands prior recall to include more granola bars, cereals and a snack mix possibly tainted with bacteria.
Quaker Oats recalls granola bars, cereals nationwide over salmonella risk
The Quaker Oats Company is recalling dozens of granola bars and other products across the U.S. because they could contain salmonella.
Dozens sickened in salmonella outbreak linked to bagged, precut onions
An outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to bagged, precut onions recalled by a California firm has sickened at least 73 people in 22 states, including 15 who were hospitalized.
Cantaloupe recall over salmonella contamination
About 6,500 cases of cantaloupes from Eagle Produce's Kandy Brand have been recalled across 19 states and Washington, D.C., over concerns they could be contaminated with salmonella.
Salmonella outbreak linked to turtles
A salmonella outbreak that has sickened at least 26 people across 11 states has been linked to small turtles.
11-state salmonella outbreak linked to small turtles
More than two dozen cases of salmonella across 11 states have been linked to small turtles. Tennessee has been hit the hardest.
Salmonella outbreak in 4 states linked to ground beef
At least 16 cases have been reported, with six hospitalizations, across New Jersey, New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts.
CDC investigates six-state salmonella outbreak linked to cookie dough
At least 18 people have contracted salmonella, which the CDC has linked to cookie dough sold by Papa Murphy's.
CDC says multi-state salmonella outbreak that hospitalized 3 is linked to flour
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have warned people not to eat raw cookie dough while the investigation continues.
Alfalfa sprout recall tied to salmonella outbreak expanded
A Nebraska company has expanded a recall of alfalfa sprouts after 15 cases of salmonella were linked to the food.
Wisconsin warns against a holiday tradition: Raw meat sandwiches
For some Wisconsinites, it is customary to serve uncooked beef at festive gatherings, despite the risk of illness.
Sweeping changes proposed in way chicken, turkey meat processed
Seeking to curb food poisoning, the Agriculture Dept. is suggesting widespread changes in how chicken and turkey meat is processed.
Trump's idea to incarcerate U.S. citizens abroad raises concerns
President Trump says the Justice Department is reviewing laws to see if it can send violent U.S. citizens abroad.
Maryland Sen. Van Hollen denied a meeting with Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador
During the first day of his trip to El Salvador, Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen was denied a meeting or phone call with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was mistakenly deported.
NIH ultra-processed food scientist says RFK Jr. aides censored him
HHS denied censoring Dr. Kevin Hall, the researcher who announced his early retirement on Wednesday, saying it was a "deliberate distortion of the facts."
Judge finds probable cause to hold Trump administration in criminal contempt
Judge James Boasberg said the Trump administration "demonstrated a willful disregard" for his court order blocking the government from transferring Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador.
Army delivers armored combat vehicles to southern border amid Trump's crackdown
The Army earlier this month delivered more than 50 armored Stryker fighting vehicles to Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. Designed for the battlefield, they are a centerpiece of President Trump's plan to seal the southern border.
Island-wide power outage hits Puerto Rico ahead of Easter weekend
All 1.4 million Luma Energy clients across Puerto Rico were without power. The blackout comes less than five months after another island-wide power outage on New Year's Eve.
Fed's Powell says tariffs could lead to inflation, economic slowdown
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said in a speech today that President Trump's tariffs are likely to boost U.S. inflation.
Mother of murdered Maryland woman Rachel Morin joins White House briefing
Rachel Morin was killed in 2023, and her attacker was convicted Monday.
Florida stationery business owner sues Trump administration over tariffs
The owner of a small stationery business based in Pensacola, Florida, says her company is facing up to $1 million in tariff payments this year alone under the Trump administration's new tariffs.
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NIH ultra-processed food scientist says RFK Jr. aides censored him
HHS denied censoring Dr. Kevin Hall, the researcher who announced his early retirement on Wednesday, saying it was a "deliberate distortion of the facts."
Army delivers armored combat vehicles to southern border amid Trump's crackdown
The Army earlier this month delivered more than 50 armored Stryker fighting vehicles to Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. Designed for the battlefield, they are a centerpiece of President Trump's plan to seal the southern border.
Florida stationery business owner sues Trump administration over tariffs
The owner of a small stationery business based in Pensacola, Florida, says her company is facing up to $1 million in tariff payments this year alone under the Trump administration's new tariffs.
What happens if judge holds Trump admin in contempt over deportations
A federal judge said he could recommend criminal prosecutions against the Trump administration, setting up an unprecedented showdown.
Trump's idea to incarcerate U.S. citizens abroad raises concerns
President Trump says the Justice Department is reviewing laws to see if it can send violent U.S. citizens abroad.
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U.S. consumers are "panic-buying" K-beauty products amid Trump's tariff war
Almost all of the serums, face masks and creams sold at Senti Senti, a Brooklyn skincare store, are imported from South Korea and Japan.
Florida stationery business owner sues Trump administration over tariffs
The owner of a small stationery business based in Pensacola, Florida, says her company is facing up to $1 million in tariff payments this year alone under the Trump administration's new tariffs.
Some states want to ban food stamp recipients from buying soda and candy
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
Is Zoom down? Users report problems with video conferencing software
Tens of thousands of Zoom users said they were unable to host or participate in meetings Wednesday.
Stocks tumble after Fed Chair Powell warns of tariff inflation
Wall Street tumbled after Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned about the impact of tariffs and Nvidia issued sobering guidance.
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U.S. consumers are "panic-buying" K-beauty products amid Trump's tariff war
Almost all of the serums, face masks and creams sold at Senti Senti, a Brooklyn skincare store, are imported from South Korea and Japan.
Army delivers armored combat vehicles to southern border amid Trump's crackdown
The Army earlier this month delivered more than 50 armored Stryker fighting vehicles to Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. Designed for the battlefield, they are a centerpiece of President Trump's plan to seal the southern border.
Florida stationery business owner sues Trump administration over tariffs
The owner of a small stationery business based in Pensacola, Florida, says her company is facing up to $1 million in tariff payments this year alone under the Trump administration's new tariffs.
Mother of murdered Maryland woman Rachel Morin joins White House briefing
Rachel Morin was killed in 2023, and her attacker was convicted Monday.
What happens if judge holds Trump admin in contempt over deportations
A federal judge said he could recommend criminal prosecutions against the Trump administration, setting up an unprecedented showdown.
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NIH ultra-processed food scientist says RFK Jr. aides censored him
HHS denied censoring Dr. Kevin Hall, the researcher who announced his early retirement on Wednesday, saying it was a "deliberate distortion of the facts."
Inside America's organ transplant system
In the United States more than 100,000 people are currently waiting on lifesaving organ transplants. And while transplants and recoveries have reached record highs in recent years, so has the number of organs going to waste. One in five donated organs were discarded last year. CBS News followed 31-year-old organ donor Mitch Potter as his family copes with loss while doctors try to ensure that his ultimate gift can be utilized to save others.
Some states want to ban food stamp recipients from buying soda and candy
Some states want to block SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary foods as part of the "make America healthy again" movement.
Large number of measles cases being missed, CDC says
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
CDC weighing end to universal COVID shot recommendations
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
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Island-wide power outage hits Puerto Rico ahead of Easter weekend
All 1.4 million Luma Energy clients across Puerto Rico were without power on Wednesday. The blackout comes less than five months after another island-wide power outage on New Year's Eve.
Tennis player apologizes after deodorant comment about opponent
British tennis player Harriet Dart has apologized to France's Lois Boisson after asking the chair umpire to tell her opponent to put on deodorant.
Sen. Van Hollen denied meeting in El Salvador with Kilmar Abrego Garcia after mistaken deportation
During the first day of his trip to El Salvador, Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen was denied a meeting or phone call with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was mistakenly deported.
Ex-MLS player dies after falling from building in China
Aaron Boupendza, a striker who previously played for FC Cincinnati, died after falling from a building in China, the Gabonese soccer federation said.
Sweden's "The Great Moose Migration" delights millions of viewers
Sweden's slow TV hit "The Great Moose Migration" shows the animals crossing a Nordic river every year.
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Michelle Trachtenberg died of diabetes complications, officials say
Michelle Trachtenberg's death was initially undetermined but the medical examiner amended it after lab test results showed complications of diabetes mellitus.
Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler on "Sinners" being boldest collaboration yet
Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan discussed their genre-blending new film, "Sinners," which follows twin brothers in the 1930s Deep South.
Tom Green on new album
Comedian Tom Green joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his country music debut "Home to the Country," a new standup special, and a Prime Video documentary that looks back on his wild career.
Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
In their fifth collaboration, Ryan Coogler directs Michael B. Jordan in one of his most ambitious roles yet—playing both leads in a haunting new film set in the Jim Crow-era South.
Game show host Wink Martindale dies at 91
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
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Is Zoom down? Users report problems with video conferencing software
Tens of thousands of Zoom users said they were unable to host or participate in meetings Wednesday.
Spotify outage affects thousands of users. Company denies hack.
Thousands of Spotify users reported problems using the streaming music app on Wednesday.
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.
Documentary explores dangers of social media
A new Bloomberg documentary, "Can't Look Away," investigates the dark side of social media for teens and the growing fight to hold tech companies accountable. Bloomberg investigative reporter Olivia Carville, who is an executive producer of the film, talks about her reporting in the documentary.
What to know about AI job scams
CBS News Confirmed investigates how some job seekers are using ChatGPT and AI avatars to fake their way through interviews, while companies still post job listings that don't exist.
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Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
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New details about Shapiro arson suspect
The suspect accused of setting Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's official residence on fire appears to have been motivated by the war in Gaza, according to new documents released by officials Wednesday. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Police: U.S. pastor in South Africa rescued
American pastor Josh Sullivan was rescued Tuesday after he was abducted at gunpoint at his church in South Africa, authorities said. Sullivan was rescued after a shootout between South African police and his captors. Three suspects were killed, police said. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Husband and wife arrested 24 years after man found dead in his truck
Police did not say what led them to arrest the couple, but both have been charged with murder and are in custody.
4 hospitalized in Dallas school shooting
At least four students were hospitalized Tuesday after a shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas, Texas, authorities said. The suspect is a student who later turned himself in, sources told CBS News. CBS News national reporter Karen Hua has the details.
Kenya accuses 4 men of trying to smuggle out thousands of live ants
Kenyan authorities say alleged ant smugglers represent "a shift in trafficking trends — from iconic large mammals to lesser-known yet ecologically critical species."
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Gayle King on how space flight changed her
A day after her flight to space, Gayle King speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois about how the trip has changed her.
Aisha Bowe and Amanda Nguyen reflect on life-changing Blue Origin spaceflight
Aisha Bowe and Amanda Nguyen talk to "CBS Mornings" about how the Blue Origin spaceflight changed them for the better.
Gayle King says she can "take on anything" after space journey
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, who before her spaceflight admitted that she's a nervous flyer, said she has a new confidence following her journey and revealed if she would do it again.
Dying star's "previously unseen layers" visible in new NASA image
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has given astronomers a detailed, never-before-seen look at a dying star.
Gayle King on spaceflight after launch
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King and an all-women crew blasted off from West Texas on a Blue Origin rocket for a roughly 10-minute journey to the edge of space on Monday. King later spoke about what surprised her during the flight. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Notable Deaths in 2025
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Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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.
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Mohsen Mahdawi's interview before detainment
Columbia student and Palestinian activist Mohsen Mahdawi was detained by immigration agents at his citizenship interview appointment in Vermont on Monday. Just one day before, he told CBS News' Lilia Luciano his "freedom is in jeopardy" and expressed concerns that his citizenship interview could be a "honey trap." The Department of Homeland Security referred a request for comment to the State Department, which declined to comment. Watch more of Luciano's exclusive interview with Mahdawi, who has held a green card for the last decade.
Reporter's Notebook: The Fed's dilemma
The U.S. economy appeared headed toward a "soft landing" after a series of rate increases, but tariff chaos is causing sudden, unpredictable shifts in conditions. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Will Trump's tariffs lead to more revenue?
The head of the World Trade Organization warned a steep decline in global trade volume is coming due to President Trump's sweeping tariffs, but the president promises his policies will lead to a boon for U.S. manufacturing and increased revenue. Scott Lincicome, vice president of the Cato Institute's Trade Policy Center joins to discuss.
U.S. consumers are "panic-buying" K-beauty items
South Korea tops the list for cosmetics imports, but it could face a 25% tariff if President Trump's plan moves forward following a 90-day pause on most of his so-called new reciprocal tariffs. Jericka Duncan reports.
High lead levels after wildfires sparks criticism
More than three months after the Eaton Fire swept through Los Angeles County, a hidden threat is emerging from the ash -- lead contamination. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.