Here's where most unmarried adults live in the U.S.
About 46% of U.S. adults aged 20 and older are unmarried, according to a CBS News Data Team analysis of Census data.
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What an aging population means for future of U.S.
The U.S. is heading toward a demographic cliff. Over the next decade, there will be fewer 18-year-olds available to fill the nation's universities. An analysis of census data projects by 2039, the pool will drop by 15% every year thereafter. Jeff Strohl, director of Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce, explains what it means for America's future.
Why spending to save may be costing you more
If you buy more items than you need to get a discount, you might be guilty of "spaving" -- or spending more to save money. While retailers' clever marketing ploys convince you you're getting a deal, the practice often leads to overspending. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo explains the financial pitfall and how to avoid it.
Macy's rejects $5.8 billion buyout ahead of layoffs, store closings
The rejection comes as Macy's struggles to surmount an industrywide sales slump brought on by online competitors.
U.S. population tops 335 million. Here's the prediction for 2024.
The U.S. population grew by more than 1.75 million people over the past year and on New Year's Day it will stand at more than 335.8 million, the Census Bureau said.
Why poverty is on the rise in U.S. suburbs
National poverty rates are on the decline, but the amount of progress made varies across age groups and geography, according to recent U.S. Census Bureau data. Alan Berube, co-author of "Confronting Suburban Poverty in America," joins CBS News to examine why.
How the U.S. population size could change
The U.S. population is expected to start shrinking in 2080, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, but immigration trends could change that projection. Dowell Myers, a professor of urban planning and demography at the University of Southern California, joins CBS News to discuss.
Cost of maintenance adds thousands of dollars to homeownership
Homeowners spent a median $22,000 on renovations last year, a sharp increase from the $14,000 spent in 2018.
World population expected to be over 7.9 billion on New Year's Day
The world's population is expected to have increased by more than 73 million people since New Year's Day in 2022.
U.S. poverty rate drops for 3rd straight year
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the supplemental poverty measure rate decreased to 7.8% in 2021 -- and the child poverty rate fell to an all-time low. Mark Rank, a professor of social welfare at Washington University in St. Louis, joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss what's behind the trend.
5 things to know about CBS News' 2022 Battleground Tracker
The CBS News Battleground Tracker regularly estimates the race for Congress — how many seats each party is currently poised to win in the House.
Census wants to know how to ask about sexuality and gender
The U.S. Census Bureau is requesting millions of dollars to study how best to ask about sexual orientation and gender identity.
Census records from 1950 being released: "Genealogy heaven"
Researchers view the records as a gold mine, and amateur genealogists see it as a way to fill gaps in family trees.
The Black Census Project
Black Futures Lab founder Alicia Garza joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the launch of the 2022 Black Census Project. The survey aims to elevate the needs and hopes of Black communities across the country and help shape public policy.
U.S. population growth hits record low
New data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows the U.S. population grew by just 0.1% in the past year, the slowest rate since the nation was founded. Tara Bahrampour, a reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN to discuss what attributed to the low growth rate.
New U.S. census data shows a changing country
The U.S. Census Bureau released more information collected over the past decade. The data shows the country is more racially and ethnically diverse than ever before. Tara Bahrampour, a reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with her analysis.
Key takeaways from the 2020 census
The U.S. population is growing at its slowest rate in nearly a century, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Aaron Navarro, an associate producer for the CBS News Political Unit, speaks with Tanya Rivero on CBSN about the results of the 2020 census and the impact it will have on the next election.
Decision to speed up 2020 census not made by Census Bureau, internal report says
The Department of Commerce's inspector general warned the shortened schedule "increases the risks to the accuracy of the 2020 Census."
Judge temporarily stops Census Bureau ending count month early
Coalition contends earlier deadline would make Bureau overlook minority communities, leading to an inaccurate count.
Census Bureau adds 2 political appointees to ranks
Democratic Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney said the hires are part of efforts by the Trump administration to politicize the 2020 Census.
10 states set to lose congressional districts after 2020 census
Next year's census will determine how many congressional seats and Electoral College votes each state will have.
Americans' income barely inching up despite economic growth
New Census data show that family earnings were largely flat in 2018 and still haven't surpassed their 1999 peak
Trump keeps focus on migrant crackdown
A disturbing report from the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General reveals "dangerous" levels of overcrowding at Texas migrant facilities. CBS News' Mireya Villarreal reports from Texas, and The Hill's White House columnist Niall Stanage joins CBSN with more on that and other political news.
Facebook will ban posts that lie about 2020 Census
The social network said it's working to prevent a repeat of the chaos of the 2016 election cycle
Judge rules sufficient evidence to reopen 2020 census case
The Supreme Court is expected to make decision on whether or not the citizenship question can be included this week
Trump offers one-month tariff exemption to Big 3 U.S. automakers
Ford, General Motors and Stellantis will get a one-month reprieve from 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada.
Vance says Trump hopes to build the entire southern border wall by 2029
Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard visited the southern border on Wednesday.
House GOP pursues stopgap measure to avoid government shutdown
House Republicans are pursuing a stopgap measure to keep the government funded through September, with just 10 days left to head off a shutdown.
Johnson's chief of staff arrested for DUI after Trump speech
U.S. Capitol Police said a driver backed into a parked vehicle near the Capitol around 11:40 p.m. and was taken into custody.
Rep. Sylvester Turner dies at 70, weeks after taking office
The cause of death is unclear. Turner took office weeks ago, filling the seat left vacant by the death of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee.
Federal judge extends block on funding cuts to medical research
A federal judge is preventing the Trump administration from drastically cutting medical research funding.
U.S. has halted sharing intelligence with Ukraine, CIA director says
The U.S. has paused intelligence sharing with its war torn ally, according to CIA Director John Ratcliffe.
Democratic mayors testify about "sanctuary city" policies at House hearing
The mayors of Boston, Chicago, Denver and New York City testified before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee Wednesday on their immigration policies.
Suspect in 2021 Kabul airport bombing extradited to U.S., faces judge
Mohammad Sharifullah was allegedly one of two masterminds behind the Abbey Gate bombing that killed 13 American service members.
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Federal judge extends block on funding cuts to medical research
A federal judge is preventing the Trump administration from drastically cutting medical research funding.
Georgia's Stone Mountain Confederate monument faces renewed scrutiny
"This is not a humble monument to the Georgians who fought in the Civil War," one Georgia native said of the carvings on Stone Mountain.
Justice Dept. probing antisemitism at University of California system
Pro-Palestinian encampments popped up on several University of California campuses amid the Israel-Hamas war.
2 men charged over a year after 3 Chiefs fans were found dead
The medical examiner in Kansas City determined that Clayton McGeeney, 36; Ricky Johnson, 38; and David Harrington, 37, died from a combined toxicity of fentanyl and cocaine.
Appeals court allows removal of whistleblower agency head for now
It's the latest twist in a legal fight over President Trump's authority to fire Hampton Dellinger.
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Trump tariffs will mean higher prices for consumers, retailers say
Retailers including Best Buy and Target are warning that Trump administration tariffs will force them to hike their prices.
Here's what Trump's tariff barrage could mean for your 401(k) plan
The stock market has swung wildly since President Trump placed 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Here's what to know about your 401(k).
Trump offers one-month tariff exemption to U.S. automakers
Automakers will get a one-month reprieve from 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada.
Chinese delegates avoid questions as they gather amid Trump's trade war
China's assembled delegates don't care to discuss President Trump's escalating trade war, but the underlying message from Beijing is one of confidence.
Social Security is sending retroactive payments. Here's what to know.
The agency said it has so far sent retroactive benefits to more than 1 million people due to the Social Security Fairness Act.
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Federal judge extends block on funding cuts to medical research
A federal judge is preventing the Trump administration from drastically cutting medical research funding.
Justice Dept. probing antisemitism at University of California system
Pro-Palestinian encampments popped up on several University of California campuses amid the Israel-Hamas war.
Appeals court allows removal of whistleblower agency head for now
It's the latest twist in a legal fight over President Trump's authority to fire Hampton Dellinger.
Johnson's chief of staff arrested for DUI after Trump speech
U.S. Capitol Police said a driver backed into a parked vehicle near the Capitol around 11:40 p.m. and was taken into custody.
Defense Department begins cutting workers this week
Nearly 100 probationary employees were fired from the Defense Logistics Agency, and more defense cuts are expected.
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Michigan teacher, students make blankets for organ donor families
A special education teacher at Huron High School gathered with students on Wednesday to make blankets for families of organ donors.
Spanish-speaking CPR training kiosk aims to save lives in North Philly
The Maria de los Santos Health Center welcomed a new lifesaving training device aimed at helping people who speak Spanish learn how to perform CPR.
Why RFK Jr.'s top spokesperson abruptly resigned last week
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accused his department's top communications official of quitting to avoid being fired.
Americas at risk of losing measles elimination status, U.N. agency warns
More than 97% of measles cases across North and South America have been in the U.S. or Canada.
James Harrison, record-breaking blood donor "with the golden arm," dies at 88
James Harrison, an Australian man credited with saving 2.4 million babies through his record-breaking blood plasma donations over six decades, has died, his family says. He was 88.
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Is Trump's abrupt turn on Ukraine giving Taiwan the jitters?
The U.S. is Taiwan's ace in the hole as it faces China's threats, so does Trump's fickle foreign policy fuel concern, or does Taipei have "a better hand"?
U.S., Israel reject Gaza reconstruction plan backed by Arab nations
Egypt unveiled a $53 billion Gaza reconstruction plan with broad backing that would not displace Palestinians. The White House says it ignores reality.
Greenland's PM responds to Trump speech: "We don't want to be Americans"
"We are not for sale and cannot simply be taken. Our future will be decided by us in Greenland," Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Bourup Egede said.
Panama president says Trump is lying about reclaiming Panama Canal
Panama's leader accused President Trump of lying in his Tuesday congressional address, where he said his administration was "reclaiming" the Panama Canal.
As Israel cuts off food and supplies to Gaza, aid groups say they are scrambling
Three days into Israel's Gaza aid freeze, one aid group says a resumption is imperative: "With humanitarian needs sky high, more aid access is required, not less."
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Tony Danza on why he enjoys playing a mob boss in "Raising Kanan"
Tony Danza talked about his role as mob boss Stefano in "Power Book III: Raising Kanan."
"Sin City Gigolo" investigates shocking murder
A former star of Showtime's "Gigolos" was arrested and charged with murder, a real-life crime that stunned viewers years after the show ended. The new Paramount+ docuseries "Sin City Gigolo: A Murder in Las Vegas" uncovers the dark truth behind the case. Executive producer Jay Blumenfield joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss.
Tony Danza on "Power Book III: Raising Kanan"
Legendary actor Tony Danza, known for "Who's the Boss?" and "Taxi," returns to TV as Queens mob boss Stefano in "Power Book III: Raising Kanan." His character controls business in New York with strict rules and high stakes. Danza joins to talk about his role and the new season.
Architect behind St. John's Abbey Church helped inspire "The Brutalist"
The Oscar-winning film "The Brutalist" was inspired in part by St. John's Abbey Church, thanks to a book written by a monk who worked with architect Marcel Breuer.
Ione Skye reflects on fame, love, and loss
Ione Skye opens up about her Hollywood rise, past relationships with rock stars, and the search for love and identity in her new memoir, "Say Everything." In an interview with Anthony Mason, she discusses her complicated family history, struggles with grief, and how writing helped her find self-forgiveness.
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Remarkable NASA photo captures civilian jet breaking sound barrier
Boom Supersonic and NASA on Monday released an image of the XB-1 aircraft during its second supersonic flight last month.
Historic mission for commercial lunar lander
Over the weekend, a Texas aerospace company made history with the first successful landing on the moon by a private firm. It's the second private mission to the moon but the first lander toppled over after touchdown. CBS News' Mark Strassmann shows what the mission hopes to accomplish.
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 pulling the plug on Skype after buying it for $8.5 billion
Microsoft will soon switch off Skype, a pioneering telecom and video call platform that emerged from the rubble of the dotcom era.
25 arrested in global operation targeting AI child sexual abuse content
Law enforcement agencies from Australia to Canada helped detain dozens of suspects linked to a Denmark-based AI child sex abuse platform, Europol says.
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Polar bears in Canada are on the edge of extinction. Here's what's being done to protect them.
Churchill, Manitoba, a small village on the Hudson Bay, is known as the polar bear capital of the world.
Mice genetically engineered to resemble extinct woolly mammoth
Colossal Biosciences has focused on identifying key traits of extinct animals by studying ancient DNA, with a goal to genetically "engineer them into living animals," said CEO Ben Lamm.
Astrophysicist combines art and science
Astrophysicist and artist Dr. Nia Imara is the author of "Painting the Cosmos," which combines her passion for art and astronomy. Imara joined CBS News to discuss her work.
Remarkable NASA photo captures civilian jet breaking sound barrier
Boom Supersonic and NASA on Monday released an image of the XB-1 aircraft during its second supersonic flight last month.
Historic mission for commercial lunar lander
Over the weekend, a Texas aerospace company made history with the first successful landing on the moon by a private firm. It's the second private mission to the moon but the first lander toppled over after touchdown. CBS News' Mark Strassmann shows what the mission hopes to accomplish.
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2 men charged over a year after 3 Chiefs fans were found dead
The medical examiner in Kansas City determined that Clayton McGeeney, 36; Ricky Johnson, 38; and David Harrington, 37, died from a combined toxicity of fentanyl and cocaine.
Kabul airport attack suspect in court
Mohammad Sharifullah, a suspect in connection to the 2021 Abbey Gate suicide bombing at the Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, appeared in court after being extradited to the U.S. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Man posing as NBA player rep swallows $769,000 in stolen Tiffany jewelry
The Texas man allegedly asked jail staff if he would be "charged with what's in my stomach."
Documents in Idaho murders case cite autism and the term "sociopath"
Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of murder in the deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves.
Journalist killed in Mexico, at least the 3rd such murder this year
For years, Mexico has been one of the world's most dangerous countries outside a war zone for journalists.
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Starliner commander says politics not involved in extended mission
Starliner commander Barry Wilmore offered an even-handed response to questions about the intrusion of politics into his ISS mission.
First fully successful commercial moon landing
Firefly Aerospace's "Blue Ghost" lander touched down on the Moon on Sunday, becoming the first fully successful commercial moon landing. Mark Strassmann reports.
Firefly Aerospace sticks moon landing with flawless Blue Ghost touchdown
The Blue Ghost touchdown kicks off two weeks of around-the-clock research by NASA science and technology payloads.
Commercial moon lander Blue Ghost sets sights on Sunday touchdown
The Blue Ghost lunar lander privately developed by Firefly Aerospace is carrying a suite of sophisticated instruments to the moon for NASA.
Firefly Aerospace prepares for moon landing
No American spacecraft has successfully landed intact and upright on the moon since Apollo 17 in 1972, but one private space company is looking to change that. Firefly Aerospace will be landing its "Blue Ghost" lunar lander this Sunday. Spacecraft program director for Firefly Aerospace, Ray Allensworth, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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.
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.
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Toxic ash from fires could impact marine life
After the deadly Los Angeles area wildfires, there's growing concern about the nearby marine ecosystems. The ash and runoff from the fires settled over the Pacific Ocean for up to 100 miles. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Economic warning signs
President Trump has often been able to defy political gravity. Will that be true when it comes to the economy? John Dickerson gives his take.
Breaking down Los Angeles wildfire lawsuits
Los Angeles County and the city of Pasadena filed separate lawsuits against Southern California Edison over the Eaton Fire, alleging the utility's electrical equipment caused the deadly wildfire. Carter Evans has the latest.
Controversy over Georgia's Stone Mountain monument
In Stone Mountain, Georgia, the shadow of the state's Confederate history casts a wide shadow -- literally. It's home to the country's largest Confederate monument, with Confederate President Jefferson Davis and generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson carved on the mountainside. Skyler Henry reports on a renewed effort to shine more light on the historical record.
Gaza supplies dwindling as Israel pressures Hamas
President Trump is vowing there will be "hell to pay" if Hamas doesn't release the remaining hostages. Israel is applying pressure as well by blocking aid convoys of food and medical supplies from entering the war-torn strip to force an extension of the first phase of the ceasefire deal. Debora Patta reports on the dwindling food supply.
