Fires flare near White House as protests continue
Tensions between demonstrators and D.C. police were rising during a third straight night of unrest over George Floyd's death.
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Mayors urge bipartisan action on gun control
Mayors across the country are asking Washington to take action on gun control. CBS News' Adriana Diaz sat down with four mayors, from different political parties, whose cities have been shaken by gun violence: Dayton, Ohio Mayor Nan Whaley, Parkland, Florida Mayor Christine Hunschofsky, Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer, and Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. They want to see bipartisan gun safety legislation following the mass shootings in Dayton and El Paso.
D.C. mayor sends Trump letter asking for reimbursement for parade
Bowser said that the district's Emergency Planning and Security Fund will be depleted by the end of 2019
Panic at D.C. Pride Parade after false report of shooting
Seven people were transported to local hospitals for minor injuries, D.C. police said at a press conference
Mayor of nation's capital adopts newborn baby
Muriel Bowser says she decided to start the adoption because it was a "great time" in her life and she had "so much to share with a baby"
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser adopts baby
Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has adopted a baby. The single mom did not disclose the gender, age or name of the baby.
Trump's claim of "control of the skies over Iran" raises questions about U.S. role
President Trump also asserted the U.S. knows "exactly where" Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei "is hiding."
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NYC comptroller and mayoral candidate arrested by ICE agents
NYC Comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by ICE agents Tuesday at immigration court in Manhattan.
Lawmakers move to limit Trump's war powers as Israel-Iran war escalates
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are looking to limit President Trump's ability to order U.S. strikes on Iran amid its ongoing war with Israel.
U.S. appeals court weighs Trump's deployment of National Guard in L.A.
A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit will consider whether President Trump must return control of California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The Fed is poised to make its next rate decision. Here's what to expect.
The Federal Reserve Board will announce its next rate decision on Wednesday, June 18 at 2 p.m. EST.
CDC: At least 3% of measles cases this year were in fully vaccinated people
About three dozen of the nearly 1,200 measles infections in 2025 have been in people with two measles vaccine doses, the CDC says.
Would Israel try to kill Iran's leader, and what would it mean?
Israel's defense chief has warned that Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei could meet the same fate as Saddam Hussein, but would killing him end the war?
R. Kelly hospitalized for overdose, claims murder plot in prison, lawyer says
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
Trump pardons cost victims, taxpayers $1.3 billion, House Democrats' review says
President Trump's acts of clemency often release criminals with "no further fines, restitution, probation or other conditions."
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4,000 employees took "fork in the road" at Justice Dept., with more cuts to come
Former officials and law enforcement analysts said the cutbacks are draining DOJ of experienced agents and leaders.
The GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
Amazon CEO says rollout of Generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects to reduce its workforce over the next few years as the company rolls out more generative AI and agents.
U.S. appeals court weighs Trump's deployment of National Guard in L.A.
A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit will consider whether President Trump must return control of California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Toy companies ask Supreme Court to swiftly take up Trump's tariff challenge
The two companies have argued that President Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
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The GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
Amazon CEO says rollout of Generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects to reduce its workforce over the next few years as the company rolls out more generative AI and agents.
More states back $7.4 billion Purdue Pharma opioid settlement
More states, territories and Washington, D.C., have signed on to a settlement with drugmaker Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family over the opioid crisis, officials said.
Amazon's Prime Day kicks off July 8. Here's what to know.
Amazon's Prime Day will run for four days from July 8-11, doubling the length of the annual sale event.
U.S. Steel-Nippon deal includes "golden share" giving Trump unusual power
President Trump on Friday cleared way for Nippon Steel purchase of U.S. Steel, including unusual control for the president.
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Trump weighs joining Israel on strikes of Iranian nuclear sites
The U.S. is considering targeting Iran's uranium enrichment facility at Fordo, five sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
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4,000 employees took "fork in the road" at Justice Dept., with more cuts to come
Former officials and law enforcement analysts said the cutbacks are draining DOJ of experienced agents and leaders.
Trump's claim of "control of the skies over Iran" raises questions about U.S. role
President Trump also asserted the U.S. knows "exactly where" Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei "is hiding."
U.S. appeals court weighs Trump's deployment of National Guard in L.A.
A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit will consider whether President Trump must return control of California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Toy companies ask Supreme Court to swiftly take up Trump's tariff challenge
The two companies have argued that President Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
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The GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
CDC: At least 3% of measles cases this year were in fully vaccinated people
About three dozen of the nearly 1,200 measles infections in 2025 have been in people with two measles vaccine doses, the CDC says.
Judge strikes down some Trump research cuts linked to diversity, gender
A federal judge struck down sweeping Trump administration orders that resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of National Institutes of Health research grants.
CDC official overseeing COVID hospitalization data resigns in protest
Dr. Fiona Havers' resignation follows RFK Jr.'s orders to change the CDC's vaccine recommendations.
Consumer Reports names its top sunscreens for 2025
Consumer Reports tested 51 sunscreens to find the best options to protect your skin this summer and beyond.
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Trump's claim of "control of the skies over Iran" raises questions about U.S. role
President Trump also asserted the U.S. knows "exactly where" Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei "is hiding."
Israel hasn't hit Iran's Fordo nuclear facility yet. Here's why it might.
Iran has long been suspected of hiding work toward a nuclear weapon at its underground Fordo enrichment site.
Captain Cook's Endeavour confirmed to be in Rhode Island waters
The location of the HMS Endeavour, a lost ship belonging to 18th-century British explorer Captain James Cook, has been confirmed as Rhode Island's Newport Harbor.
Would Israel try to kill Iran's leader, and what would it mean?
Israel's prime minister has declined to rule out assassinating Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. President Trump says he'd be an "easy target," and "our patience is wearing thin."
Mexican band changes its tune after cartel leader's face shown at concert
Los Alegres del Barranco released an anti-narco song in a bid to clear its name after displaying images of the leader of the powerful Jalisco cartel during a concert.
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R. Kelly hospitalized for overdose, claims murder plot in prison, lawyer says
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
Inside the addictive world of "The Traitors"
Set in a real Scottish castle, "The Traitors" blends deception and Alan Cumming's theatrical flair to become a reality TV hit.
Meet the NYC dad who won a Pedro Pascal look-alike contest
Pushed by his wife, NYC dad George Gountas entered a Pedro Pascal look-alike contest and won a year of burritos.
Roy Wood Jr. on baseball's most iconic play
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about "Going, Going, Gone: The Magic of the Home Run," a new Roku Original produced by MLB Studios. The film dives into the history and cultural power of baseball's most iconic play, featuring stars like Freddie Freeman.
Behind the scenes of "The Traitors"
Anthony Mason visits the set of "The Traitors," which airs on Peacock, as filming begins on Season 4. Host Alan Cumming offers a tour of the iconic castle, known for betrayal, capes and creepy-glam theatrics. With reality stars, NFL moms and Olympians in the cast, this season promises even more drama and deception.
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Amazon CEO says rollout of Generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects to reduce its workforce over the next few years as the company rolls out more generative AI and agents.
AI data centers are driving up energy bills
An increase in demand for artificial intelligence may be increasing the cost of your electric bills. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter explains.
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.
Scammers use AI to create fake job applicants
Artificial intelligence is being used to create realistic video and audio to impersonate people, in some cases looking for love or deceiving companies looking to hire. In a 2024 study, half of the businesses surveyed said they'd experienced AI deepfake fraud. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
AI users form relationships with technology
Some people are using AI as an emotional outlet — and developing a real relationship with artificial intelligence. It's a trend that people and AI companies are hesitant to talk about, but does appear to be on the rise.
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Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
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.
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Reprimand in Sean "Diddy" Combs trial
The judge in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial reprimanded both the prosecution and defense Tuesday after information from a sealed proceeding appeared in a news article. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Jury asks three questions in Karen Read trial
Jury deliberations are still ongoing in in the Karen Read murder trial. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt has more.
Trump pardons cost victims, taxpayers $1.3 billion, House Democrats' review says
President Trump's acts of clemency often release criminals with "no further fines, restitution, probation or other conditions."
Special agent returns to stand in Combs trial
A special agent with the U.S. attorney's office was back on the stand as testimony continued in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest updates.
R. Kelly hospitalized for overdose, claims murder plot in prison, lawyer says
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
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NASA evaluating data indicating air leaks aboard space station are sealed
If initial results hold up, NASA says the delayed launch of a commercial research mission to the station could come as early as Thursday.
Commercial crew launch delayed while ISS air leak assessed
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
Axiom-4 mission delayed due to leak
NASA delayed the Axiom Mission 4 launch on Wednesday after SpaceX detected a liquid oxygen leak during a Falcon 9 rocket inspection. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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.
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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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Hearing on California's lawsuit against Trump
A federal appeals court has begun hearing arguments in California's lawsuit against President Trump over deploying the National Guard in Los Angeles. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
American stranded in Israel with her family
Rachel Levin Albert and her family from Chicago have been stranded in Israel for the last four days due to the fight with Iran. She spoke with CBS News about her situation as she, her husband, her two teenage children and her 80-year-old mother look to get back to the U.S.
Sneak peek: The Troubled Case Against Jane Dorotik
ENCORE: A woman convicted of murdering her husband discovers serious problems with some key evidence used against her at trial. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports Saturday, June 21 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
May retail sales drop more than expected
U.S. retail sales dropped 0.9% in May, more than the 0.6% many economists forecast. The steep decline follows a 0.1% decrease in April amid the uncertainty about the economy. Laila Maidan, tech and investing reporter for MarketWatch, joined CBS News to discuss the numbers.
Israel-Iran strikes continue: What we know
President Trump is meeting with his national security team over the escalating warfare between Israel and Iran. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Holly Williams and Samantha Vinograd have the latest on what we know.