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Trump, Epstein and conspiracy theories
John Dickerson shares his thoughts on the ongoing calls for the Trump administration to release the full Epstein files and President Trump's relationship with conspiracy theories.
FDA: Juul can sell vape devices, nicotine pods
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday formally approved Juul to sell its vape devices and nicotine pods. Dr. Robert Jackler, a professor at Stanford Medicine who focuses on the impact of tobacco and advertising, speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson about it.
Public broadcasting cuts and rural areas
The potential loss of just more than $1 billion in federal funding to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting could impact the operations of smaller, rural-area NPR and PBS stations the most. Karen Hua reports.
ICE to access data for Medicaid enrollees
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will gain access to personal data for millions of Medicaid enrollees, including undocumented migrants, as part of the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Netanyahu apologizes for Gaza church strike
Following a call with President Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a rare apology, saying the only Catholic church in Gaza was hit by stray ammunition. The blast killed three civilians. Ramy Inocencio reports.
Nominations for Bove and Pirro advance
The Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday advanced Jeanine Pirro's nomination for top D.C. prosecutor and Emil Bove's nomination to be a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit. Meanwhile, federal prosecutor Maurene Comey, the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey, has been fired. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Women in Congress come together for softball game
A team of congressional women played members of the press in a softball game Wednesday night in an annual event that seeks to set aside partisan divides for a greater cause. Caitlin Huey-Burns has a report on the game.
Man killed by lightning in New Jersey
A man in New Jersey was killed and several people were injured by a lightning strike Wednesday night. Meg Oliver reports on his death and the rise in lightning events brought on by climate change. And Lonnie Quinn has more on the danger of lightning.
Bronx high-schooler detained by ICE
Dylan Contreras is a high school senior originally from Venezuela who was in the U.S. under a federal program that allows migrants to stay for humanitarian reasons. He was detained in May after attending a routine immigration hearing. Tom Hanson spoke with his mother.
Attorney General Pam Bondi tours Alcatraz
Attorney General Pam Bondi traveled to Alcatraz Island Thursday in the San Francisco Bay to visit the former federal penitentiary as President Trump pushes to have the tourist attraction reopened as a prison. Elizabeth Cook reports.
Changes coming to TSA liquid restrictions?
Last week, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and the TSA announced the end of the rule requiring passengers to take off their shoes during airport security screenings. Could changes also be coming for liquids? Kris Van Cleave reports.
Medical expert on Trump diagnosis
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced Thursday that President Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks down what that means.
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Congressional Women's Softball Game sets aside politics for a greater cause
Unlike their male counterparts, whose annual baseball game pits Republicans against Democrats, the congressional women play together with no party affiliation.
How used EV batteries could help fuel the AI boom
As the use of AI grows, a 2024 Department of Energy study found that U.S. data centers could swallow up to 12% of all U.S. electricity use by 2028, approximately triple today's share.
Workplace raids demonstrate the vulnerability of the E-Verify system, experts say
To green-light employees, the E-Verify system matches documents, such as licenses and Social Security cards, to a U.S. government database of eligible workers. But it vets paperwork, not people.
Key programs for older adults who struggle with social isolation could be at risk
President Trump's spending and tax bill could slash federal funding for social programs, jeopardizing vital companionship, meal delivery and health‐monitoring services for isolated older adults, some experts say.
Crossbreeding corals from Honduras could help protect Florida's coast
Elkhorn coral helps form the skeleton of a healthy reef, but more than 95% of the Elkhorn coral off Florida has been wiped out. Scientists have created the "Flonduran" crossbreed to solve the problem.
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Women in Congress come together for softball game
A team of congressional women played members of the press in a softball game Wednesday night in an annual event that seeks to set aside partisan divides for a greater cause. Caitlin Huey-Burns has a report on the game.
Fighting elderly loneliness
For many people who have outlived their friends and family, their final years can be lonesome. Lilia Luciano reports on companionship programs aiming to change that.
Debate over Trump plan to increase logging
When the Trump administration announced executive actions aimed at increasing timber production on federal lands, Oregonians had mixed responses. Loggers and timber towns celebrated the attention from the White House, while environmentalists sounded the alarm over fears of deregulation and environmental harm. David David Schechter reports.
Fallen soldier's phone returned to her family
Sgt. Kennedy Sanders was among three soldiers killed last year in an attack on a U.S. military base in Jordan. More than a year later, her family has been reunited with her cellphone, offering a window into her last days. Elaine Quijano reports.
Dad who lost family in 2015 flood joins search
After surviving a 2015 flood that killed his wife and two children, Jonathan McComb vowed to give back during future disasters. Janet Shamlian reports on volunteer search and rescue efforts after floods in central Texas.
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How a young man's brilliance was unlocked by his father's persistence
Viraj Dhanda, a nonspeaking autistic teen, spent the first 14 years of his life trying to learn the basics, until his brilliance was suddenly unlocked by his father with the help of Viraj's right thumb.
How a quiet high school senior used her art to connect with her classmates
Molly Schafer spent about 600 hours painting 44 portraits of her peers.
Teen helps coworkers on his graduation night, rewarded with big donations
Mykale Baker dropped by Burger King after his high school graduation ceremony for a late meal. When he noticed his colleagues swamped with orders, he jumped in to help.
3-year-old boy braves the darkness to help save his great-grandmother's life
When his great-grandmother suffered a fall and couldn't get up, courageous young Bridger whispered these three words to himself: "Don't be afraid."
Retired shop owner earns degree to honor victims of the Orangeburg Massacre
Linwood Riddick had never heard of the Orangeburg Massacre until a few years ago when he stumbled on a campus memorial at South Carolina State University. He says he knew right then what he had to do.
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Trump, Epstein and conspiracy theories
John Dickerson shares his thoughts on the ongoing calls for the Trump administration to release the full Epstein files and President Trump's relationship with conspiracy theories.
A historic day for American scientific power
July 16 marks the anniversary of the first atomic bomb test and the first mission to the moon. John Dickerson shares his thoughts on an event that revealed the terrifying, destructive power of human knowledge and another that revealed its daring ambition.
Robot umpires a sign of our changing world
At Tuesday night's MLB All-Star Game, an automated system will monitor balls and strikes for the first time. With that in mind, John Dickerson shares his thoughts and questions about the world's unrelenting march into an unknown world of automation and artificial intelligence.
Reporter's Notebook: Punishing journalists
From time to time, U.S. presidents have fantasized about punishing journalists. But John Adams once used the Sedition Act to actually jail one. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson looks at the dark chapter in American history.
Reporter's Notebook: Gov. Wes Moore on faith
"CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson shares a conversation he had with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore at the Aspen Ideas Festival. Asked if he turns to a saying in moments of testing, Moore said a specific phrase from his grandparents helped him get through his deployment in Afghanistan.
Reporter's Notebook: Crying wolf on budgets
Elon Musk has challenged President Trump's budget plans over fears of runaway spending. Are his fiscal concerns, and those of some other politicians, performative? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Coach Steve Kerr on "empathetic honesty"
"CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson moderated a conversation at the Aspen Ideas Festival with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Steve Kerr, the coach of the Golden State Warriors. Kerr answers a question about staying ready to compete with an anecdote about his coach.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump called "daddy" at NATO
President Trump was showered with praise at the NATO summit, even jokingly called "daddy" by Secretary General Mark Rutte. But behind the flattery, there were expectations. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Some good news about AI
Apocalyptic news about artificial intelligence darts into the news cycle pretty regularly, but "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson delves into some good news about AI.
Reporter's Notebook: Father of the QWERTY keyboard
The origin story for the QWERTY keyboard, patented by Christopher Latham Sholes in 1868, has been subject to debate. But the choices made by Sholes have come to rule our lives in ways we scarcely notice. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: That summer feeling
The longest day of the year invites endless possibility. But this moment of peak illumination also marks the beginning of the sun's retreat. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson has more.
Reporter's Notebook: Presidential improv
President Trump may be facing the highest-stakes decision of his presidency: whether to attack Iran. And we're all involved in the process. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump weighs war choice
As a candidate in 2016, President Trump accused former President George W. Bush of misleading the nation about weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. Now, he faces the kind of judgment call he built his campaign around criticizing. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
140 years of the Statue of Liberty
140 years ago, the Statue of Liberty arrived by ship in New York City. John Dickerson has more on the statue's meaning.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump immigration exceptions
President Trump has paused some immigration raids in industries like farming and hospitality. The shift marks a notable exception to his enforcement strategy. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
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Man extradited to Oregon to face murder charge in girlfriend's 1983 death
Teresa Peroni was reported missing by her family in 1983, but charges were not filed for decades.
17-year-old charged with murder in death of paddleboarder in Maine
A 17-year-old has been charged with murder in the death of a paddleboarder who went missing in Maine, authorities said on Friday.
Peacock raising its subscription rates by $3 starting next week
Peacock is hiking its prices as streaming platforms surpass traditional broadcasters in how people watch TV.
Trump to sign landmark crypto bill, the GENIUS Act, at the White House
President Trump is signing the country's first major legislation aimed at regulating cryptocurrency on Friday.
Father arrested by ICE while dropping off child at preschool in Oregon
Mahdi Khanbabazadeh, who is a citizen of Iran, was arrested outside his child's preschool in Oregon for overstaying his visa, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said.
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TikTok failing to shield kids from extreme weight loss content
Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's own policies.
Peacock raising its subscription rates by $3 starting next week
Peacock is hiking its prices as streaming platforms surpass traditional broadcasters in how people watch TV.
Trump to sign landmark crypto bill, the GENIUS Act, at the White House
President Trump is signing the country's first major legislation aimed at regulating cryptocurrency on Friday.
Hollywood auction of "Indiana Jones" whip draws $575,000
A whip wielded by Harrison Ford in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" sold at auction for $525,000 a day after the Rosebud sled from "Citizen Kane" went for a near-record $14.75 million.
Millions could face higher ACA premiums, lower subsidies
Consumers face both rising premiums and falling subsidies next year in Obamacare plans.
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Trump to sign landmark crypto bill, the GENIUS Act, at the White House
President Trump is signing the country's first major legislation aimed at regulating cryptocurrency on Friday.
Trump wants Texas to redraw its congressional map. Here's what to know.
President Trump has said he wants a "simple redrawing" of Texas' congressional map where Republicans pick up five seats.
US DOJ requests lists of undocumented immigrants in LA County jails
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna, whose agency oversees the jails, said deputies don't ask for an individual's immigration status during booking.
Trump orders Bondi to seek release of Epstein-related grand jury testimony
President Trump late Thursday ordered the Justice Department to seek the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.
What does the Federal Reserve do, and why is Trump unhappy with chair Powell?
President Trump floated the idea of firing Jerome Powell — whom he first appointed Federal Reserve chair — earlier this week, after years of on-and-off criticism over interest rates.
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Millions could face higher ACA premiums, lower subsidies
Consumers face both rising premiums and falling subsidies next year in Obamacare plans.
FDA: Juul can sell vape devices, nicotine pods
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday formally approved Juul to sell its vape devices and nicotine pods. Dr. Robert Jackler, a professor at Stanford Medicine who focuses on the impact of tobacco and advertising, speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson about it.
Juul can keep selling tobacco and menthol e-cigarettes, FDA decides
FDA regulators said Juul's studies show its e-cigarettes are less harmful for adult smokers, who can benefit from switching completely to vaping.
Ex-pilot who tried shutting off engines says he "had no intention of crashing" plane
Former airline captain Joseph Emerson, indicted for trying to shut off a plane's engines mid-flight in 2023, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the incident.
Coke with cane sugar or corn syrup? Here's what health experts say
President Trump said Coca-Cola has agreed to use cane sugar in its U.S. cola, which is currently sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup. Is one of them actually better for your health?
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Freed U.S.-Israeli hostage thanks Trump, calls for deal to bring others home
650 days after Israeli-American Keith Siegel was seized in the Hamas attack, he says a deal to bring home the remaining hostages must be made "as soon as possible."
TikTok failing to shield kids from extreme weight loss content
Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's own policies.
Mysterious deaths of princes solved 5 centuries later, author says
Philippa Langley, who helped unearth King Richard III's body from a parking lot in 2012, says that two young princes who disappeared from the Tower of London were not killed.
Lightning strikes kill 33 people in a week as monsoon season hits India
Monsoon season has brought powerful storms to eastern India, with at least 33 people killed by lightning strikes this week alone.
U.S.-Russian woman arrested in Moscow, accused of smuggling gun
"The suitcase was found to contain an American Colt Commander, .45 caliber with three empty magazines," Russian officials said.
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Peacock raising its subscription rates by $3 starting next week
Peacock is hiking its prices as streaming platforms surpass traditional broadcasters in how people watch TV.
Jules Hoffman puts new spin on Raffi favorites
From viral hits with Ms. Rachel to headlining a nationwide tour, Jules Hoffman is making waves with a new album honoring legendary children's artist Raffi. The project, "Thanks a Lot," reimagines childhood staples with a fresh sound while keeping the heart of songs like "Baby Beluga" and "Bananaphone" alive for a new generation
"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" ending
CBS is ending "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," the No. 1 network show in late night. The final episode will air in May 2026. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers reports on the announcement.
Pee-wee Herman's iconic bike sold
One of the custom stunt bikes used in the 1985 cult classic "Pee-wee's Big Adventure" has a new owner after being sold at auction for $125,000. The buyers, longtime fans of the film, say they plan to preserve the prop and make it available for public display, offering other fans a chance to relive the character's famous quest to the Alamo.
Katherine Legge on breaking racing barriers
Katherine Legge joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 20-year career in racing and what it means to be the only woman competing at NASCAR's highest levels.
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Are robot umpires the future of baseball?
With roots dating back to the 1800s, baseball has long relied on human umpires to make split-second calls. But now, Major League Baseball is trying out a new system that uses sensors and replay challenges to determine balls and strikes. Jomboy Media's founders join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the pros and cons.
TikTok failing to shield kids from extreme weight loss content
Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's own policies.
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.
Roblox CEO unpacks new safety features
The online gaming platform Roblox is adding new safety features aimed at protecting its young players. CEO and founder David Baszucki joins CBS News to explain the changes.
Mark Zuckerberg settles lawsuit over Cambridge Analytica scandal, reports say
The reported settlement comes a day after an $8 billion class-action lawsuit began in court.
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8 babies born with DNA from 3 people in world-first IVF trial
A groundbreaking IVF trial has raised hope that women with genetic mutations in their own DNA could one day have children without passing on deadly diseases.
Skeleton of medieval knight found under former ice cream parlor
The site where the remains were found was once home to a beloved ice cream shop.
Crossbreeding corals from Honduras could help protect Florida's coast
Elkhorn coral helps form the skeleton of a healthy reef, but more than 95% of the Elkhorn coral off Florida has been wiped out. Scientists have created the "Flonduran" crossbreed to solve the problem.
What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
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Man extradited to Oregon to face murder charge in girlfriend's 1983 death
Teresa Peroni was reported missing by her family in 1983, but charges were not filed for decades.
Alleged victim shares story amid potential surrogacy scam
Kayla Elliott said she was told a couple was seeking surrogacy because they had one daughter but were unable to conceive again after 10 attempts.
Slain Idaho student's family speaks out
Steve and Kristi Goncalves join "CBS Mornings Plus" to share their reaction to Bryan Kohberger's guilty plea and the end of the nearly three-year wait for justice.
U.S.-Russian woman arrested in Moscow, accused of smuggling gun
"The suitcase was found to contain an American Colt Commander, .45 caliber with three empty magazines," Russian officials said.
Man charged with hijacking plane, causing fighter jets to scramble
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police said Shaheer Cassim, 39, has been charged with hijacking, constituting terrorism, over the incident.
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Piece of Mars sells at auction
NWA 16788, the largest piece of Mars on Earth, fetched $5.3 million at auction. Franklin Institute chief astronomer and planetarium director Derrick Pitts joins CBS News with more.
Astronomers capture birth of a new solar system around sun-like baby star
Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of planets forming around HOPS-315, a baby star located 1,300 light-years away.
What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
Privately funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
It was the fourth private astronaut mission funded by Houston-based Axiom Space and the second commanded by veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson.
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Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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Are robot umpires the future of baseball?
With roots dating back to the 1800s, baseball has long relied on human umpires to make split-second calls. But now, Major League Baseball is trying out a new system that uses sensors and replay challenges to determine balls and strikes. Jomboy Media's founders join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the pros and cons.
Bondi on deadly LASD facility explosion
Attorney General Pam Bondi said federal agents were at the scene of an explosion at a training facility for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. At least three deputies were killed, Bondi said. CBS News Los Angeles has more.
Latest in fallout over Epstein files
President Trump ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to release "any and all pertinent" grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Scott MacFarlane have the latest on the controversy.
Wu-Tang Clan to perform its final concert ever
Wu-Tang Clan is set to perform its last concert ever in Philadelphia on Friday night. Hip hop author and journalist Kevin Powell joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the group's influence in music.
3 killed in explosion at LASD facility
At least three deputies were killed after an explosion at a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department training facility, officials said. Attorney General Pam Bondi said federal agents were at the scene. CBS News Los Angeles reported on the incident.