White House pulling Dave Weldon's nomination to run CDC
A White House official confirmed that the administration is pulling Dave Weldon's nomination to be director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Norovirus outbreak sickens dozens of passengers on Princess Cruises ship
The CDC said 69 passengers and 16 crew on board the Princess Cruises ship Coral Princess reported falling ill with norovirus during a recent voyage.
Texas measles cases continue to rise
The Centers for Disease Control said it's on the ground in Texas as a measles outbreak grows to almost 200 cases. CBS News national reporter Karen Hua reports.
WHO offers possible cause of Congo deaths after new case cluster reported
The World Health Organization is investigating "another cluster of illness" in northern Congo, as a deadly mystery disease spreads in the region.
DOGE cuts could hamper U.S. pandemic response
Around 700 people have been laid off from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in recent weeks due to cuts from the Trump administration. Some public health experts are expressing concerns that job reductions could make the U.S. less prepared for the next pandemic. Science writer David Quammen joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Flu vaccine this season may be poorly matched, early CDC data suggests
Lab tests suggest a strain of the flu virus circulating this season may not be "well-recognized" by the flu vaccine.
Mystery illness kills more than 50 people in Congo after kids eat bat
The outbreak began in January, with 419 cases recorded so far, and comes after another mystery illness killed 143 in December
How a bird flu pandemic could emerge
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued conditional approval for a bird flu vaccine for use in chickens. There have been at least 68 confirmed cases of bird flu among humans since 2024, according to the CDC. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joins to discuss the state of the virus in birds and humans.
CDC's "disease detectives" apparently spared in DOGE cuts at health agencies
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Epidemic Intelligence Service officers — a group known as the CDC's "disease detectives" — feared the impact of job cuts.
RFK Jr. is sworn in, but can he "Make America Healthy Again"?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is officially secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, but his promise to "Make America Healthy Again" may prove challenging. Here's why.
Some CDC health data and webpages still offline after judge's order
Only a handful of webpages on federal health agency sites were ordered to be restored.
Judge orders HHS, CDC, FDA to restore deleted webpages with health information
The NGO Doctors for America argued that HHS, CDC and FDA violated federal law in removing medical information from public-facing websites.
Trump officials exerting unprecedented control over CDC scientific journal
"The MMWR has lost its autonomy," one health official told CBS News.
CDC purges STD and vaccine info after Trump gender order
Health experts say the website purge could result in deaths.
CDC staff ordered to cut off communication with WHO
The directive to the CDC to halt communications with the World Health Organization was imposed to comply with President Trump's executive order.
Trump administration expected to go outside CDC for acting director
The decision would close an unprecedented leadership gap at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Where does RFK Jr.'s nomination stand?
Health and Human Services secretary nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to appear before senators on Capitol Hill next week. It's a highly anticipated confirmation hearing partly because of the former presidential candidate's well-documented history of spreading false and misleading vaccine claims. Julie Rovner, chief Washington correspondent for KFF Health News, joins "America Decides" to discuss the state of Kennedy's nomination.
Who is in charge of the CDC right now? Nobody knows for sure
A number of other health agencies are also operating without acting heads, including the FDA and the National Institutes of Health.
New U.S. data on yearly drug overdose deaths
New data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed the largest drop in overdose deaths ever recorded in the U.S. over a 12-month period. Between August 2023 and August 2024, the number decreased by 22%, the CDC found. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga sat down with Dr. Rahul Gupta, director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, to discuss.
Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
Stomach bug symptoms to know as norovirus cases surge in U.S.
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in the U.S.
U.S. sets Thanksgiving record for whooping cough cases
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
Trump fills out picks to lead health agencies
President-elect Donald Trump is rounding out his Cabinet with several choices to lead the nation's top health agencies. Dr. Richard Besser, former acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, joins CBS News to examine Trump's picks.
1 infant dead in California, 9 hospitalized in latest listeria outbreak
Laboratory findings show that Yu-Shang Food ready-to-eat meat and poultry products were making people sick, the CDC said.
Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
California sues Trump administration for deploying National Guard to L.A.
Gov. Gavin Newsom posted on social media that "Commandeering a state's National Guard without consulting the Governor of that state is illegal and immoral."
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Homan says Trump administration has "no intention to arrest" Newsom — after Trump says "I'd do it"
President Trump's "border czar" says California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other local officials "haven't crossed a line yet."
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.
The major decisions coming from the Supreme Court in the coming weeks
The Supreme Court will release a flurry of decisions as it wraps up its term, with rulings on gender-affirming care, birthright citizenship and Planned Parenthood to come.
Trump administration activates 700 Marines in Los Angeles area amid ICE protests
Some 700 Marines have been activated to join National Guard troops in Los Angeles.
GOP leaders cite L.A. protests to push for quick passage of Trump agenda
The White House and Republican leaders in Congress are calling for quick passage of the centerpiece of President Trump's legislative agenda.
House Homeland Security chairman Mark Green to resign from Congress
The Tennessee Republican said he would leave "as soon as the House votes once again on the reconciliation package."
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.
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.
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Ex-jail worker accused of aiding New Orleans inmate as manhunt enters 4th week
Two days before New Orleans jail escape, Derrick Groves allegedly made a FaceTime video call to Darriana Burton, a former Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office employee, who's now facing a felony charge of conspiracy to commit simple escape.
Lasting impact of Operation Babylift 50 years after the Vietnam War
More than 2,500 children of U.S. servicemen born in Vietnam were flown to the United States in the chaotic final days of the Vietnam War.
Trump's tariffs create boom for one toy manufacturer
The Rodon Group produces billions of plastic parts every year — including parts for the popular toy brand K'nex — at its factory in Hatfield, Pennsylvania.
House Homeland Security chairman Mark Green to resign from Congress
The Tennessee Republican said he would leave "as soon as the House votes once again on the reconciliation package."
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.
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Trump's tariffs create boom for one toy manufacturer
The Rodon Group produces billions of plastic parts every year — including parts for the popular toy brand K'nex — at its factory in Hatfield, Pennsylvania.
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.
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Homan says Trump administration has "no intention to arrest" Newsom — after Trump says "I'd do it"
President Trump's "border czar" says California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other local officials "haven't crossed a line yet."
Lasting impact of Operation Babylift 50 years after the Vietnam War
More than 2,500 children of U.S. servicemen born in Vietnam were flown to the United States in the chaotic final days of the Vietnam War.
House Homeland Security chairman Mark Green to resign from Congress
The Tennessee Republican said he would leave "as soon as the House votes once again on the reconciliation package."
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."
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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 unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass user interface at its WWDC
New touch-responsive Liquid Glass interface design "dynamically reacts" when you touch it, according to Apple.
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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Sean Combs' ex-girlfriend continues testimony
A recent ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs spoke about the aftermath of learning about Cassie Ventura's bombshell lawsuit against the music mogul during a third day of testimony in his sex trafficking and racketeering trial. The 55-year-old singer has pleaded not guilty to the charges. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more on her testimony.
Ex-jail worker accused of aiding New Orleans inmate as manhunt enters 4th week
Two days before New Orleans jail escape, Derrick Groves allegedly made a FaceTime video call to Darriana Burton, a former Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office employee, who's now facing a felony charge of conspiracy to commit simple escape.
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.
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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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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"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.
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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Sean Combs' ex-girlfriend continues testimony
A recent ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs spoke about the aftermath of learning about Cassie Ventura's bombshell lawsuit against the music mogul during a third day of testimony in his sex trafficking and racketeering trial. The 55-year-old singer has pleaded not guilty to the charges. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more on her testimony.
Study probes risks of teen skin care routines
Elaborate skin care routines among teenagers on TikTok might look like a harmless trend at first glance, but could this habit be something more dangerous? CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joins to discuss.
Examining Trump's National Guard deployment
President Trump's decision to send the National Guard to Los Angeles amid anti-ICE protests against the wishes of California's governor has raised some legal questions. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks it all down.
Poll: 54% approve Trump's deportation program
As unrest continues in Los Angeles over ICE raids, a CBS News poll conducted before the protests reveals that most Americans feel positive about the Trump administration's deportation plans. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has the details.
Reporter's Notebook: Fading power of public shame
In 1954, one question -- "Have you no sense of decency?" -- cut through cruelty and stopped McCarthyism in its tracks. Today, the same words might not land at all. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.