Some with high incomes are facing food insecurity
Inflation has more people turning to food banks for help, including people with six-figure incomes struggling to feed their families. Mark Strassmann has the story.
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For years, automakers and federal regulators have been working to make cars safer. But what about our homes? Jonathan Vigliotti has the story.
Raw sewage in U.S. streams and rivers
CBS News compared census data with outfall locations and found lower income, minority communities are twice as likely to have sewage dumping into a river or creek. David Schecter reports for "Eye on America."
Analysis: 1 in 5 organ donations being tossed
More than 100,000 Americans need an organ transplant to stay alive, and each day, 17 die waiting. But a CBS News analysis finds one out of five donated organs is being tossed out. Tom Hanson has the story behind that troubling statistic in tonight's "Eye on America."
Trump's order boosts Gulf man's business
Louisiana resident Adam Petersen was ahead of the curve when he named his Cajun charter fishing boat company "Gulf of America Outfitters." Three years later, he says business is booming. Mark Strassmann reports.
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People with higher incomes turning to food banks amid inflation
The head of a Connecticut food bank says hard times have led to former donors turning to their services for help.
Inside the lab where are homes are tested to survive fire
A South Carolina facility simulates wildfires to research what makes one house burn and another survive.
Minority communities much more likely to have sewage in waterways
A major issue facing U.S. rivers is contamination by sewage and other forms of pollution, but some communities are impacted more than others.
Why donated organs are left unused
One of every three donated kidneys never gets transplanted. CBS News explores why a growing number are being discarded.
"Gulf of America" in business' name preceded political storm
The name wasn't meant to be a political statement, but a symbol of the local community's connection to the environment.
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Building costs are comparable to more traditional structures, but developers say building with wood has advantages over steel and concrete.
Scientists hope far-UVC light could help stop the next airborne pandemic
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Some with high incomes are facing food insecurity
Inflation has more people turning to food banks for help, including people with six-figure incomes struggling to feed their families. Mark Strassmann has the story.
Inside facility testing homes to survive fire
For years, automakers and federal regulators have been working to make cars safer. But what about our homes? Jonathan Vigliotti has the story.
Raw sewage in U.S. streams and rivers
CBS News compared census data with outfall locations and found lower income, minority communities are twice as likely to have sewage dumping into a river or creek. David Schecter reports for "Eye on America."
Analysis: 1 in 5 organ donations being tossed
More than 100,000 Americans need an organ transplant to stay alive, and each day, 17 die waiting. But a CBS News analysis finds one out of five donated organs is being tossed out. Tom Hanson has the story behind that troubling statistic in tonight's "Eye on America."
Trump's order boosts Gulf man's business
Louisiana resident Adam Petersen was ahead of the curve when he named his Cajun charter fishing boat company "Gulf of America Outfitters." Three years later, he says business is booming. Mark Strassmann reports.
Why urban builders are switching to mass timber
Urban builders are switching from steel and concrete to a material that is more sustainable and friendly to the environment. The use of what's called mass timber is up 15%. Rob Marciano reports.
Far-UVC light may help curb next airborne pandemic
Far-UVC light is a form of ultraviolet light that can kill viruses and bacteria in the air without harming humans. Researchers say it could be instrumental in stopping the spread of illnesses like the flu and possibly future pandemics. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
Rural Texas high schools team up to stay alive
From 2010 to 2020, the population of rural America declined, marking the first decade-long loss in history, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. That's presented a problem for rural schools with limited resources. As Janet Shamlian reports, five schools in Texas are taking on the challenge.
Neighborhood gets first hospital in 150 years
A Louisville woman is being honored for helping to open the first hospital in over 150 years in the city's majority-Black West End neighborhood. James Brown reports.
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Hegseth shared details of Yemen strike in another Signal chat: sources
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Salvadoran Catholic leader urges Bukele not to turn country into U.S. prison
El Salvador's top Catholic leader on Sunday urged President Nayib Bukele not to turn the country into a Guantanamo-style U.S. prison.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 20, 2025
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Officers who attended Jan. 6 rally ask SCOTUS to allow anonymity in records
Current and former Seattle Police officers who attended President Trump's Jan. 6 rally are seeking to keep their identities out of public records related to the insurrection.
Trump takes aim at Biden, "Radical Left Lunatics," courts in Easter message
Minutes after sharing a more traditional Easter message on Truth Social, President Trump posted a longer, grievance-filled message.
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Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
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Trump is studying how to remove Fed Chair Powell, adviser says
Trump administration economist Kevin Hassett said Powell's removal is being studied by the president and his team.
Here's the magic number Americans say they need for retirement
Americans have big financial goals for what they think they'll need for a comfortable retirement, a new survey finds.
Ford says it could raise prices this summer if tariffs remain in effect
Ford's vehicle prices could rise this summer if 25% auto tariffs remain in place, the company said in a memo to dealers.
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Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
Hegseth shared details of Yemen strike in another Signal chat: sources
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 20, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Chris Van Hollen and EPA administrator Lee Zeldin join Weijia Jiang.
Officers who attended Jan. 6 rally ask SCOTUS to allow anonymity in records
Current and former Seattle Police officers who attended President Trump's Jan. 6 rally are seeking to keep their identities out of public records related to the insurrection.
Trump takes aim at Biden, "Radical Left Lunatics," courts in Easter message
Minutes after sharing a more traditional Easter message on Truth Social, President Trump posted a longer, grievance-filled message.
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Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
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Pope Francis mourned worldwide as Catholic Church prepares for next chapter
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88. As tributes pour in from around the world, the Vatican faces a transition.
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A longtime Vatican correspondent shares his insights on the legacy of Pope Francis, a populist leader who sought to bring the Church closer to the people.
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican says
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
Salvadoran Catholic leader urges Bukele not to turn country into U.S. prison
El Salvador's top Catholic leader on Sunday urged President Nayib Bukele not to turn the country into a Guantanamo-style U.S. prison.
German police hunt for a suspect who fatally shot 2 Turkish men
German police in a spa town north of Frankfurt were expanding a manhunt for one or more suspects still on the loose after two Turkish men were fatally shot a day earlier.
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Extended interview: David Hyde Pierce
In this web exclusive, "Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce, now appearing on Broadway in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about playing physical comedy; tweaking Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance" for today's audience; his early television roles that led to the part of Dr. Niles Crane on "Frasier"; and his relationship with his husband, Brian.
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David Hyde Pierce in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical"
"Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce is back on the Broadway stage in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans. The former aspiring concert pianist talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about the thread that Gilbert & Sullivan has run throughout his life. He also talks about his comedy influences, and what it means to him to make people laugh.
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Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
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About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
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Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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Was an Oregon teen the mastermind behind her father's murder?
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FSU president reacts to the campus' mass shooting
Classes resume Monday at Florida State University, the scene of the nation's latest mass shooting. Two people were killed when a gunman opened fire near the student union on Thursday. Kati Weis spoke with the university's president on the tragedy.
Judge to allow "bushy eyebrows" testimony in Bryan Kohberger trial
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FSU shooting victim speaks out from hospital
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When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
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NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
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A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
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Remembering Pope Francis' U.S. trip
Pope Francis has died at age 88. In a Monday morning announcement, the Vatican praised the pope's legacy and his dedication to "fidelity, courage, and universal love, especially in favor of the poorest and most marginalized." Pope Francis visited North America in 2015 and addressed a Joint Session of Congress. CBS News New York looks back at his visit.
Pope Francis dies a day after Easter
Pope Francis, who worked to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world, has died at age 88, the Vatican announced. His death comes a day after Easter and following a recent hospitalization for bronchitis that developed into pneumonia in both lungs. Jessi Mitchell anchored CBS News' special report.
Pope Francis dies at age 88
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican announced a day after Easter. Francis experienced a number of health issues in recent years. He was recently hospitalized for five weeks in February and March 2025 with bronchitis that developed into pneumonia in both lungs. He marked the 12th anniversary of his papacy from his hospital room in Rome. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell reports on Pope Francis' legacy.
Lawmakers face rising anger from constituents
With Congress on break, many lawmakers are seeing increased anger from their constituents, as townhalls have become contentious affairs. Mark Strassmann reports.
Tension over conservation efforts in California
The Channel Islands of California are teeming with life and rich biodiversity, but a loophole allowing the use of gill nets to trap ocean wildlife is rankling conservationists. Itay Hod reports.