Nita Lowey, former New York congresswoman, dies at 87
Nita Lowey, the former 16-term congresswoman from New York, has died after a battle with breast cancer, her family says.
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One dead in small plane crash on I-684 in Westchester County
One person was killed when a small plane crashed along Interstate-684 in Westchester County on Thursday night, New York State Police said.
Mystery of New York couple's 1980 disappearance unravels
The mystery behind a wealthy New York couple's 1980 disappearance is starting to unravel after a team found their missing car in a Georgia pond.
Gay teacher responds to LGBTQ backlash
The American Library Association found that 4,240 books were targets of censorship efforts in 2023, with about half of those books written by or including people of color and those from LGBTQ communities. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto spoke with Anthony Nicodemo, a gay teacher and basketball coach in Westchester County, New York, about his message to proponents of book bans.
What led to Jamaal Bowman's primary loss?
CBS News projects that Westchester County Executive George Latimer defeated incumbent Rep. Jamaal Bowman in Tuesday's Democratic primary. The race for New York's 16th Congressional District was the most expensive primary in U.S. history. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has more on the results.
What to know about the Bowman-Latimer primary
A key House primary is underway Tuesday in New York between Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman and Westchester County Executive George Latimer. The race has already made history as the most expensive congressional primary ever. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Snow blankets parts of N.J. as storm brings wintry mix to region
There was enough accumulation to build a snowman, but the slick roads were also a major concern.
New Rochelle swears in Mayor Yadira Ramos-Herbert
For the first time, three of Westchester County's five cities are led by women of color.
Westchester county exec. announces campaign for Bowman's seat
The county executive pointed to infrastructure and environmental projects, cuts in property taxes, and "reforming the police while tackling crime head-on."
New York City doctor shoots her baby in apparent murder-suicide, police say
Dr. Krystal Cascetta shot her baby and herself in an apparent murder-suicide, New York police said.
Trump golf course criminal investigation closed, Westchester D.A. says
The two-year investigation examined Trump Organization valuations of a golf club in Westchester County, New York.
DA seeks to vacate convictions after officers' "secret recordings" revealed
Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah said an investigation found a "pattern of inconsistencies, errors and disclosure issues."
2 dead after single-engine plane crashes in Westchester Co.
The FAA says the plane had taken off from John F. Kennedy International Airport and was heading to Ohio.
Robert Durst indicted for second-degree murder in wife's 1982 disappearance
The Westchester County District Attorney convened a grand jury to review the murder in the second degree charge after a complaint was filed last week
On the Frontline, Children of Flint, Kings of the Road
Life inside an American coronavirus containment zone; Then, early results from 174 Flint children exposed to lead during water crisis shows 80% of them will require special education services; And, driverless trucks could disrupt the trucking industry as soon as 2021
Finding a COVID-19 vaccine and drug
Bill Whitaker on the race to develop a safe and effective drug and vaccine to treat COVID-19 coronavirus, this week on 60 Minutes.
Gov. Cuomo on preventing COVID-19 spread
New York’s governor tells 60 Minutes why drastic measures are now necessary, even if the majority of patients have mild symptoms.
COVID-19: Will New York City be quarantined?
Governor Andrew Cuomo tells 60 Minutes he "can't imagine" the nation’s biggest city with restrictions like Italy’s.
COVID-19: New York's health care system contingency plans
Governor Andrew Cuomo spoke to 60 Minutes about measures he is considering to increase hospital capacity, including building a reserve of health care workers.
Inside a U.S. coronavirus containment zone
Westchester County, a suburb of New York City, is now home to a containment zone after a man there tested positive for the coronavirus. Scott Pelley speaks with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and reports on what's happening inside the zone to slow the spread of the infection.
Inside a U.S. coronavirus containment zone
Westchester County, a suburb of New York City, is now home to a containment zone after a man there tested positive for the coronavirus. Scott Pelley speaks with New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and reports on what's happening inside the zone to slow the spread of the infection.
New York has 173 cases of coronavirus — among the highest in U.S.
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that officials are implementing a "containment area" in New Rochelle, the center of the epidemic in New York.
California reports first death, United States death toll now 11
China has reined in the virus, but the dramatic spread in at least 4 other nations, including the U.S., highlights the limited understanding of the disease.
New York coronavirus cases trace back to Manhattan lawyer
New York officials say about 1,000 people are expected to go into either mandatory or self quarantine in Westchester County. Meg Oliver reports.
Car crashes into Trump Plaza in Westchester, New York
New Rochelle police said it appeared to be an accident and there were no serious injuries
Booker breaks record with marathon 25-hour speech on Senate floor
Democratic Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey began speaking around 7 p.m. on Monday to protest Trump policies and didn't stop till after 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
Cruz's advice for marathon Senate speech: "Nothing in, nothing out"
After his 21-hour speech in 2013, Cruz said the most common question he was asked was about going to the bathroom.
Florida special elections net 2 wins for Republicans
Republican Randy Fine won the House seat formerly held by Mike Waltz, while Republican Jimmy Patronis won the house seat vacated by Matt Gaetz.
Trump says his tariffs could bring in trillions. Economists disagree.
Experts estimate far lower figures in tariffs revenue, warning that President Trump's tariffs could drive up prices for American consumers.
Wisconsin Supreme Court race draws national attention — and money
The most expensive judicial election in American history comes to an end Tuesday evening in Wisconsin.
All 4 U.S. soldiers who went missing in Lithuania found dead, Army says
The U.S. soldiers had been at the center of a recovery mission in Lithuania for nearly a week after their armored vehicle sank near the country's border with Belarus.
Trump official admits "administrative error" in deporting man to El Salvador
Top ICE official calls removal of Kilmar Abrego Garcia on deportation flight that sent him to a supermax prison in El Salvador an "administrative error."
DOJ to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione, AG Bondi says
AG Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect.
Trump's crusade against big law firms sparks fears of long-lasting damage
President Trump has signed a string of executive orders in recent weeks targeting some of the nation's most prominent law firms.
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Nevada community hopes Trump will slow expansion of solar farms in their area
The Federal Bureau of Land Management greenlit seven massive solar projects that, combined, would cover an area about the size of Las Vegas.
Trump says his tariffs could bring in trillions. Economists disagree.
Experts estimate far lower figures in tariffs revenue, warning that President Trump's tariffs could drive up prices for American consumers.
Why experts say you should travel with a carbon monoxide detector
Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Here's what to know about traveling with a detector.
How one community is fighting rising syphilis infections
The Navajo Nation has a unique program to fight sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis.
Cornell University student activist chooses to self-deport after visa revoked
A senior official with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security claimed, without evidence, that the student was a "terrorist sympathizer."
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Can Trump's trade war with China correct years of imbalance?
As Trump's tariffs push Chinese businesses to seek new markets, one expert says the trade war is likely to get worse before it gets better.
Why experts say you should travel with a carbon monoxide detector
Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Here's what to know about traveling with a detector.
What are reciprocal tariffs, and why does Trump want
President Trump is expected on April 2 to announce reciprocal tariffs on a number of other countries. Here's what to know about these import taxes.
Trump to consider final TikTok proposal Wednesday, sources say
The Trump administration is finalizing plans for investors that could include Blackstone and Oracle.
Tracking rising cost of cars, trucks, groceries ahead of Trump's tariffs
CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs imposed and soon-to-be-imposed by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.
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Nevada community hopes Trump will slow expansion of solar farms in their area
The Federal Bureau of Land Management greenlit seven massive solar projects that, combined, would cover an area about the size of Las Vegas.
Trump says his tariffs could bring in trillions. Economists disagree.
Experts estimate far lower figures in tariffs revenue, warning that President Trump's tariffs could drive up prices for American consumers.
Cruz's advice for marathon Senate speech: "Nothing in, nothing out"
After his 21-hour speech in 2013, Cruz said the most common question he was asked was about going to the bathroom.
Cornell University student activist chooses to self-deport after visa revoked
A senior official with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security claimed, without evidence, that the student was a "terrorist sympathizer."
Adam Schiff places hold on Ed Martin's nomination to be D.C. U.S. attorney
Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff intends to put an indefinite hold on Ed Martin's nomination to be the top prosecutor in Washington, D.C.
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Why experts say you should travel with a carbon monoxide detector
Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. Here's what to know about traveling with a detector.
How one community is fighting rising syphilis infections
The Navajo Nation has a unique program to fight sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis.
RFK Jr. purges CDC and FDA's public records transparency teams
It is unclear what will happen to hundreds of pending requests for public information as the health agencies slash staff.
HHS sued by 23 states, D.C. over $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
The lawsuit, filed in Rhode Island, calls the HHS cuts to public health grants illegal.
Intermittent fasting or calorie cutting for weight loss? What a new study found.
Intermittent fasting has long been a controversial weight loss technique. A new study looks at how effective it is compared to daily calorie counting.
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Can Trump's trade war with China correct years of imbalance?
As Trump's tariffs push Chinese businesses to seek new markets, one expert says the trade war is likely to get worse before it gets better.
3-year-old discovers 3,800-year-old treasure on family outing in Israel
A toddler unearthed an ancient treasure dating back to the Middle Bronze Age during a trip to the archaeological site Tel Azekah earlier this month.
Europe warns of "strong plan to retaliate" ahead of new Trump tariffs
European Union already intends to impose duties on U.S. goods worth some $28 billion in mid-April in response to Trump's steel and aluminum tariffs.
Investigation reveals grim details of infamous cartel's operations
One recruit who reportedly survived the Jalisco cartel ranch said those who refused or tried to escape were beaten, tortured and killed.
Lost Loch Ness Monster camera accidentally found by Boaty McBoatface
The camera, which has been underwater for 55 years, was part of the Loch Ness Investigation Bureau's first attempt at underwater photography.
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Kim Delaney, "NYPD Blue" actress, will not face charges after arrest, DA says
Kim Delaney, an Emmy-winning actor known for her role on "NYPD Blue," will not face criminal charges in connection with her arrest in Marina Del Rey in an alleged domestic dispute over the weekend.
Román Zaragoza on his "Ghosts" character's love life
Actor Román Zaragoza spoke to "CBS Mornings" about hope for his character's struggling love life in the CBS comedy, "Ghosts."
Magician David Kwong on April Fools' Day tips
Magician and puzzle master David Kwong joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about his new children's book, "How to Fool Your Parents," which teaches over two dozen magic tricks, just in time for April Fools' Day.
Roman Zaragoza on "Ghosts"
Actor Roman Zaragoza joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his role as Sass on the hit CBS comedy "Ghosts," and how a returning character could stir up his love life.
Mo Amer turns pain into punchlines
Comedian Mo Amer, known for his award-winning show "Mo" and his Netflix special "Mohammed in Texas," reflects on turning his experience as a Palestinian-American refugee into powerful, personal comedy. He speaks with CBS Mornings at The Improv about family, displacement, and why laughter is necessary
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Growing demand to power AI, cryptocurrency
As cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence advancements are made, U.S. demand for the energy needed to power massive mining and data centers grows. David Turk, former deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how much energy the U.S. needs and the potential environmental impacts.
Waltz's Venmo showed his contacts — even after bombshell report on Signal chat
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles was among the contacts listed in Waltz's Venmo account.
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.
Lawsuit against OpenAI over newspaper copyright can proceed, judge rules
Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.
What is Signal, the app used by Trump's team
The Senate Intelligence Committee heard testimony on Tuesday from key players involved in a group chat on the messaging app Signal, in which the U.S.'s highly sensitive plans to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen were discussed inadvertently with a journalist. President Trump said that his administration would investigate the government's use of Signal. CBS News contributor and former CIA official Andrew Boyd has more on what it is and how it's used.
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Astronauts on unexpected 9-month space mission
Originally scheduled for just 8 days aboard the International Space Station, the two astronauts spent over 9 months in orbit due to delays with their Boeing Starliner return. Now back on Earth, they share how they coped, what they missed most, and how the mission unexpectedly became political.
Icelandic volcano erupts, shutting down popular tourist attraction
Authorities in Iceland were forced by a new volcanic eruption to evacuate dozens of homes and shut down the hugely popular Blue Lagoon tourist attraction.
SpaceX's Fram2 launch sends civilian crew into flight around Earth's poles
The international all-civilian Fram2 crew is the first in space history to fly to orbit with no licensed pilot or trained astronaut on board.
Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
"I've seen a lot of strange insects, but this has to be one of the most peculiar-looking ones I've seen in a while," said one entomologist.
Millions of bees have died this year: "Worst bee loss in recorded history"
Bees play a key role in the U.S. food supply, and the mass deaths could jeopardize that.
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DOJ seeks death penalty in Mangione case
Attorney General Pam Bondi says the Department of Justice will seek the death penalty in the case against Luigi Mangione for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
DOJ to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione, AG Bondi says
AG Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect.
Investigation reveals grim details of infamous cartel's operations
One recruit who reportedly survived the Jalisco cartel ranch said those who refused or tried to escape were beaten, tortured and killed.
Karen Read facing new trial for murder
A new trial is underway in the case surrounding Boston police officer John O'Keefe's death. Karen Read, O'Keefe's former girlfriend, is facing second-degree murder and other charges after her first court case ended in a mistrial in 2024. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Carlos Lehder, cartel boss and Pablo Escobar's partner, freed in Colombia
Carolos Lehder, who served over 30 years in a U.S. prison, once owned a luxurious hotel, which had caged lions and a large statue of John Lennon.
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Wilmore, Williams on space stay
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are sharing more details about their experience in space aboard the International Space Station after their time in Boeing's Starliner capsule. CBS News' Mark Strassmann spoke to the pair about their journey.
Williams and Wilmore reflect on space odyssey
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams addressed the media for the first time Monday since returning to Earth almost two weeks ago. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.
NASA astronauts discuss extended space trip
NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore are adjusting to life back on Earth after spending more than nine unplanned months in space. The astronauts discussed their science mission at a news conference on Monday from the agency's Johnson Space Center in Houston. Former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn joins CBS News to unpack the pair's comments.
Astronauts who were stuck in space say they'd fly on Boeing's spacecraft again
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who were stuck in space for more than nine months, took questions after returning to Earth.
SpaceX's Fram2 launch sends civilian crew into flight around Earth's poles
The international all-civilian Fram2 crew is the first in space history to fly to orbit with no licensed pilot or trained astronaut on board.
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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.
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.
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.
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Trump team on deportation defense
A Maryland man is now in a notorious El Salvador mega-prison due to what the Trump administration calls an "administrative error." CBS News legal and political reporter Katrina Kaufman reports.
New book gives intimate look at 2024 election
"Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House," a book that reveals new details about former President Biden, former Vice President Harris, President Trump and the 2024 election, hit the shelves Tuesday. Its authors, Amie Parnes and Jonathan Allen, join "America Decides" to unpack some of the biggest revelations.
April Fools pranks from history
"CBS Evening News" co-anchors John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois share two memorable April Fools pranks from history.
How Baltimore is reducing violence on the streets
For years, Baltimore was a poster child for big-city crime. Now, it's becoming the model for a turnaround. Nicole Valdes reports on a city-run program that is tapping into the expertise of people who used to perpetrate it.
How inflation is changing Americans' dining habits
Hooters is the latest casual restaurant chain to file for bankruptcy. Inflation has Americans changing their dining habits. Kelly O'Grady explains.