Tiny town's newspaper kept afloat through café
The Big Bend Sentinel is a weekly newspaper that has kept watch over a part of West Texas for 99 years. When approached to buy it, one couple knew they had to get creative. Janet Shamlian reports.
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Couple opens café to subsidize tiny Texas town's local newspaper
The Big Bend Sentinel is the area's weekly newspaper that has kept watch over this part of West Texas for 99 years.
Couple faces retirement fears amid market swings
Like millions of Americans, Alicia and Chu Gomez are experiencing the waves of an uncertain, see-sawing market.
As Trump administration eases EPA regulations, Houston could pay a price
In April, the Trump administration gave 68 plants a two-year exemption from complying with federal regulations intended to lower mercury emissions, a powerful toxin that can affect the brain.
Minor league ballpark revives struggling downtown in South Carolina
Fluor Field in downtown Greenville, South Carolina, has had a monster impact on the local economy.
Pediatrician who helped expose Flint's water crisis now fighting poverty
Dr. Mona Hanna created Rx kids, a program that gives cash to pregnant moms with no strings attached.
Why pedestrian deaths are climbing as vehicles get bigger
Pedestrian deaths have surged in the past 15 years, in part due to the rising size of vehicles and the hazards that come with them.
Children's ADHD diagnosis prompted a mother to search for her own
ADHD is highly genetic, with about 74% of diagnoses linked to genetic causes — often running in families.
Why the Army feels safe resuming horse-drawn funeral carriages at Arlington
Following a two-year pause, the U.S. Army's Old Guard will in June resume its solemn duty of using horse-drawn caissons for servicemembers being laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.
Survivor of EF5 tornado studying to be a meteorologist 12 years later
The violent tornado tore through Moore, Oklahoma, on May 20, 2013, killing 24 people and injuring dozens more.
Trade classes boom at high school as students eye six-figure jobs
Middleton High School in Wisconsin built a $90 million campus in 2022, putting its technical education program in the spotlight.
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India, Pakistan trade blame on U.S. trip
Tensions between India and Pakistan have simmered since escalating into missile attacks between the two rival nuclear powers last month. Now, delegations for each country are in the U.S. to make their case for America's support. Shanelle Kaul reports on what's at the heart of their decades-long standoff.
Branden Jacobs-Jenkins on the purpose of theater
This Broadway season was the highest-grossing ever recorded with shows taking in nearly $2 billion. The popularity was driven by blockbusters and surprise additions like "Purpose" -- a family drama which grapples with legacy and faith. It's up for six Tony Awards and was written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.
Parents say son was hazed by soccer teammates
A prestigious Texas private high school is the focus of multiple investigations into claims of hazing and sexual assault involving a varsity soccer team. Karen Hua reports one victim's parents say their son was caged and threatened.
Reporter's Notebook: Eisenhower's unsent D-Day memo
On the eve of D-Day, Supreme Allied Commander Dwight Eisenhower prepared a memo accepting blame in case the mission failed. He never had to send it, but its central lesson remains 81 years later. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Gazans gather to mourn as Eid begins
Muslims worldwide are celebrating Eid, a holy time marked by prayers and community gatherings. But Elizabeth Palmer reports the war overshadows any celebrations in Gaza.
Security alert for Jewish and Israeli communities
Federal law enforcement agencies have issued a new intelligence bulletin, obtained by CBS News, warning that recent attacks in Boulder, Colorado, at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., and at the Pennsylvania governor's residence "could motivate others to conduct violence against Israeli and Jewish institutions, or their supporters." Nicole Sganga has more.
Donations pour in for teen who helped coworkers
After his high school graduation, a Georgia teen stepped into help his coworkers during a busy night at Burger King. A stranger noticed, sparking a crowdfunding campaign. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
U.S. flights are getting canceled over tariffs
It's peak travel season, but Kris Van Cleave reports the airlines are starting to feel the impact of tariffs, and they warn it could soon cost more to fly.
Scrutiny grows over Chinese student visas
U.S. officials cite security risks as they consider new limits on Chinese nationals studying in the U.S. Margaret Brennan reports.
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First-time homebuyers are an endangered species in the U.S.
Buying your first home is a key to building wealth in the U.S. Yet stepping onto the property ladder is a vanishing dream for many Americans.
Trump cited Title 10 to deploy the National Guard to L.A. What does that mean?
President Trump issued a memo authorizing the National Guard to post up in Los Angeles, but California Gov. Gavin Newsom has called it "illegal."
4 executions scheduled in different states this week, amid nationwide uptick
Death row inmates are expected to face executions this week in Alabama, Florida, Oklahoma and South Carolina.
Visual timeline shows how the Los Angeles protests unfolded
Here is what happened on each day the protests against immigration detention operations in the Los Angeles area.
Oklahoma's top prosecutor says state plans to retry Richard Glossip
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond said his office will seek a sentence of life in prison for Richard Glossip.
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First-time homebuyers are an endangered species in the U.S.
Buying your first home is a key to building wealth in the U.S. Yet stepping onto the property ladder is a vanishing dream for many Americans.
Mom buys product she thought was U.S.-made, but warns of misleading labels
A woman says a product she purchased was labeled as "crafted in the USA," but it was actually made in China. Here's how to know if products are American-made.
Waymo suspends downtown Los Angeles service after 5 cars set on fire
Waymo suspended part of its service in downtown Los Angeles after multiple cars were set on fire during anti-ICE protests.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is floating a federal tax boycott
California Gov. Gavin Newsom suggested withholding the state's taxes amid reports the Trump administration may cut funding for the state's universities.
Chipotle set to release first its first new dip in 5 years
Chipotle plans to debut a new ranch-flavored sauce, which rewards members can try for free, at restaurants next week.
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RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vacine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Trump cited Title 10 to deploy the National Guard to L.A. What does that mean?
President Trump issued a memo authorizing the National Guard to post up in Los Angeles, but California Gov. Gavin Newsom has called it "illegal."
California union leader charged with federal conspiracy counts
David Huerta, the president of California's SEIU division, was charged with conspiracy to impede on an officer, which faces a maximum sentence of six years if convicted.
700 Marines on high alert to deploy to Los Angeles amid ICE protests
Some 700 Marines have been put on high alert to join National Guard troops in Los Angeles, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Oklahoma's top prosecutor says state plans to retry Richard Glossip
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond said his office will seek a sentence of life in prison for Richard Glossip.
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RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vacine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs makes dozens sick across 7 states
The August Egg Company recalled about 1.7 million brown organic and brown cage-free egg varieties distributed to grocery stores between February and May.
A woman's heart suddenly stopped. Two passing nurses saved her life.
Passing nurses Sabrina Castle and Gianna Formisano saved the life of Merryl Hoffman when she experienced a sudden cardiac arrest.
BowFlex adjustable dumbbells recalled after dislodging injuries
Nearly 4 million BowFlex adjustable dumbbells are being recalled because the plates can dislodge and cause injury.
FDA food inspector vacancies near 20% after Trump hiring freeze
The Trump administration's cost-cutting efforts have encouraged departures and stalled hiring at the FDA.
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"Unknown material" prompts closure of beaches in Spain's Valencia region
Spanish authorities have closed a number of beaches in the Valencia region after a mysterious white material washed ashore.
Russia and Ukraine begin new prisoner swap, as fighting continues apace
Ukraine's president says a new prisoner exchange with Russia is ongoing and will take days, as both sides continue launching hundreds of attack drones.
Reporter covering L.A. protests hit by rubber bullet on live TV
Lauren Tomasi, a 9News correspondent, was reporting live when an officer behind her suddenly raised their firearm and fired a nonlethal round at close range.
54 migrants rescued from oil platform, where one woman gave birth
The group was trapped on the platform for three days, Open Arms said. One of the migrants gave birth to a boy, while another woman had given birth days before.
4 cartel suspects killed days after 5 officers murdered in ambush
An official who asked not to be identified said the dead were members of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
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Sly Stone, frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds dismissed
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, was dismissed by a judge on Monday.
Vito Schnabel and Julia Fox on new movie
Art dealer and filmmaker Vito Schnabel stars alongside actress and fashion icon Julia Fox in "The Trainer," a new comedy about fitness, fame and unexpected romance. The film just premiered at the Tribeca Festival and they join "CBS Mornings"
RZA talks Wu-Tang Clan's final tour
RZA, co-founder of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan, sits down with "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about the group's final tour and his powerful new film "One Spoon of Chocolate," which explores justice, survival, and the disappearance of young Black men in a small Ohio town.
2025 Tony Awards highlights
"Maybe Happy Ending" won six Tony Awards during Broadway's biggest night on Sunday, including Best Musical. "Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo hosted the star-studded event that featured a reunion of the original "Hamilton" cast celebrating 10 years since it opened on Broadway.
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Apple's developers conference starts today. Here's what to expect.
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is expected to highlight updates to the company operating system and AI services.
New college grad? Here's what experts say you should know about AI.
We asked three experts what fresh college graduates can do to prepare as artificial intelligence changes how Americans work. Here's what they said.
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.
Meta platforms showed "nudify" deepfake ads
A study found 6% of American teens have been targets of nude deepfake images that look like them. Some popular social media companies are hosting ads that show how to make these explicit fake images with the help of AI, a CBS News investigation shows. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry reports.
Meta platforms showed hundreds of "nudify" deepfake ads, CBS News finds
Meta platforms such as Instagram have marketed AI tools that let users create sexually explicit images of real people.
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What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Japanese probe's second straight attempt at moon landing a failure
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
Looking at Iran's uranium enrichment
Iran's foreign minister says his country will not accept any nuclear deal with the U.S. that completely bans uranium enrichment. Anna Erickson, professor of nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Fungus in "agroterrorism" arrest already widely prevalent in U.S., researcher says
Two Chinese researchers were charged with trying to smuggle strains of a fungus called Fusarium graminearum into the U.S.
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Oklahoma's top prosecutor says state plans to retry Richard Glossip
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond said his office will seek a sentence of life in prison for Richard Glossip.
Tennessee prison riot contained, sheriff says
A riot at Tennessee's largest prison, Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, has been contained, according to the local sheriff. The facility is reportedly still in lockdown pending an investigation. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest updates.
New photos released of dad accused of killing 3 daughters
Authorities released new images of Travis Decker as they continue their search for the 32-year-old man accused of killing his three young daughters in Washington state 10 days ago.
Combs' lawyers claim false testimonies
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers made a second motion for mistrial in the music mogul's sex trafficking and racketeering trial, claiming multiple witnesses gave false testimonies. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Breaking down charges against Combs
Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense team has motioned for a mistrial twice since the sex trafficking and racketeering trial began. Chris Melcher, a celebrity lawyer and former sex crimes defense attorney, breaks down the latest on the charges against Combs.
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Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Implications of Trump-Musk feud on NASA
The emerging feud between President Trump and Elon Musk could have a ripple effect on America's space program. Jeff Foust, senior staff writer for Space News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the implications.
Japanese lander makes hard landing on moon
A Japanese lander crash-landed on the moon in its second straight failure to touch down on the lunar surface. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the mission, and President Trump and Elon Musk feud's potential impact on the U.S. space program.
Latest on Japanese lunar lander
Officials are waiting for a status update from a private Japanese space company on its second attempt to land a private lunar lander on the moon. The lander was set to touch down Thursday afternoon, but communication with it has been completely lost. Leroy Chow, a retired NASA astronaut, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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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.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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How L.A. found itself in standoff with Trump
National Guard troops are in downtown Los Angeles under orders from President Trump as the demonstrations against immigration detention operations stretch into a fourth day. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos, Ed O'Keefe and Scott MacFarlane have the latest.
Protests heating up in L.A. for fourth day
Protesters are gathering in downtown Los Angeles, and images show rising tensions among some manifesting against recent ICE raids by the Trump administration. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Funk rock pioneer Sly Stone dead at 82
Sly Stone, funk pioneer and frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82. His family said he died peacefully after a prolonged battle with COPD and other health issues.
Trump walks back L.A. insurrection claim
President Trump took questions before an "Invest America" event at the White House. Mr. Trump commented on reports of activist Greta Thunberg's detention while she was headed to Gaza to distribute aid. Also, Mr. Trump commented on allegations of Elon Musk's drug use while working for the White House, and he clarified comments about protests in Los Angeles as criticism grows over his decision to activate the National Guard.
Baldoni's lawsuit against Lively dismissed
A federal judge dismissed Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, on Monday. Baldoni had filed the suit accusing the couple of civil extortion and defamation after the actress filed a complaint against him for alleged sexual harassment and retaliation. Baldoni denied those allegations.