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AI fuels false claims after Charlie Kirk's death, analysis reveals
X's AI chatbot Grok, the AI-search engine Perplexity and Google's AI summaries all provided false information in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination.
Erika Kirk speaks out for first time since Charlie Kirk shooting
Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, speaks out for the first time since her husband's death on Wednesday.
Why a Cincinnati bride's landlord walked her down the aisle
Shacole Fox never knew her father. She thought she didn't care and wouldn't miss something she never felt she had. But as her wedding day approached, she started to feel a void.
Missouri lawmakers pass GOP redistricting plan backed by Trump
Missouri is the third state to seek to redraw its congressional maps ahead of next year's midterms.
Uber denies rides to passengers with disabilities, Justice Department says
The Justice Department filed a $125 million lawsuit against Uber, alleging the company discriminates against disabled passengers.
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Consumer sentiment drops to lowest point since May
Consumer sentiment dropped in September. Here's why Americans are down on the economy.
Tariff-fueled price hikes have arrived โ and hitting these items first
The Trump administration's tariffs are slowly rippling through the economy and starting to push up prices for some products, government data shows.
Trump admin. asks appeals court to allow firing of Lisa Cook before Fed meeting
The Trump administration wants an appeals court to lift a ruling that blocked President Trump from firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook before an interest rate meeting next week.
FTC starts inquiry into AI chatbot companions and their effects on kids
The Federal Trade Commission wants to know more about potential harms to children and teenagers who use their AI chatbots as companions.
Hyundai CEO says immigration raid will delay battery plant's construction
Construction will be delayed by up to three months as the plant now grapples with shortage of workers.
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Erika Kirk speaks out for first time since Charlie Kirk shooting
Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, speaks out for the first time since her husband's death on Wednesday.
Trump administration plans to end EPA's greenhouse gas tracking program for industrial facilities
The EPA plans to end a federal reporting rule that tracks the quantities of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases emitted by thousands of industrial facilities.
Missouri lawmakers pass GOP redistricting plan backed by Trump
Missouri is the third state to seek to redraw its congressional maps ahead of next year's midterms.
Secret Service puts agent on leave who wrote negative post about Charlie Kirk
A U.S. Secret Service agent who wrote a negative social media post about Charlie Kirk has been put on leave, U.S. officials said Friday.
Trump sending National Guard to Memphis, "would have preferred Chicago"
In an interview on "Fox and Friends" Friday morning, President Trump said he is no longer sending the National Guard to Chicago, saying instead that they'll be deployed to Memphis.
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Women who experienced stalking have higher heart disease risk, study finds
A team of Harvard researchers analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years.
Under Trump, FDA seeks to abandon expert reviews of new drugs
Advisory committee meetings help FDA scientists make decisions and increase public understanding of drug regulation, and abandoning them doesn't make sense, former officials said.
Map shows West Nile virus cases as officials warn season isn't over
Health officials are warning the West Nile virus season isn't over yet. Here's where the mosquito-borne illness has been spreading.
Proposed "forever chemicals" ban pits chefs against environmental advocates
California lawmakers are weighing whether to ban a group of chemicals known as PFAS, which are often called "forever chemicalsโ," in cookware.
Death rate drops to lowest level since 2020, COVID no longer a leading cause
The death rate in the United States decline by 3.8% in 2024, falling to the lowest level since 2020, according to a federal reportโ.
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Two boat accidents in Congo this week kill nearly 200 people
Authorities and state media in Congo say that two separate boat accidents this week in northwestern Congo killed at least 193 people.
Accused "Facebook rapist" loses bid to block Netflix documentary
Thabo Bester gained global notoriety in 2023 after his arrest in Tanzania, a year after the dramatic escape from a private prison.
Probe into anti-apartheid icon Steve Biko's death reopening 48 years later
South Africa's racist apartheid regime said no one was to blame for activist Steve Biko's death in prison. 48 years later, his family wants the truth to come out.
Details emerge after 5 lions kill zookeeper at safari park
A pack of lions mauled a longtime zookeeper to death when he stepped out of his vehicle, officials said.
Britain's Prince Harry makes a surprise visit to Ukraine
Britain's Prince Harry has made a surprise second visit to Ukraine amid Russia's full-scale invasion, lending his support for wounded warriors.
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Emmy Awards preview and predictions
The 77th Emmy Awards are on Sunday, airing on CBS. Topping the comedy category is "The Studio" with 23 nominations. Meanwhile, in the drama category, "Severance" snagged 27 nominations. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King previews the star-studded night with "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Nischelle Turner, who shares her predictions.
Ed Sheeran shifts gears with eighth studio album, "Play"
Ed Sheeran describes his new album "Play" as "the polar opposite" of his last project "Subtract," and marks a new chapter in his life.
Ed Sheeran on new album, "Play"
Ed Sheeran talks to "CBS Mornings" about his new album "Play," which he calls a playful creative departure.
Karen Pittman on "The Morning Show"
Actor Karen Pittman joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her role as Mia in Apple TV+'s "The Morning Show." Pittman earned an Emmy nomination for her performance and previews what fans can expect from the highly anticipated fourth season.
Usher on new Ralph Lauren fragrance campaign
Usher joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his partnership with Ralph Lauren as the face of the new fragrance "Ralph's Club New York."
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FTC starts inquiry into AI chatbot companions and their effects on kids
The Federal Trade Commission wants to know more about potential harms to children and teenagers who use their AI chatbots as companions.
Uber plans to let customers book helicopter rides through its app
Uber is teaming with electric air taxi maker Joby to bring helicopter service to its ride-sharing platform as soon as 2026.
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.
Apple unveils new line of products
Apple rolled out a new line of products Tuesday, including the thinnest iPhone ever made, a new version of the AirPods Pro and a watch that can monitor your blood pressure. They're the first new products from Apple since the global tariff war began earlier this year.
How AI is affecting early-career workers
The unemployment rate for 20 to 24 year olds is more than 9% โ double the national average. New research shows artificial intelligence is making it even harder to land a first job. Bharat Chander, researcher at the Stanford Digital Economy Lab, joins to discuss.
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The significance of Mars rover's latest discovery
This week, NASA said scientists took the biggest step yet toward discovering whether there was ever life on Mars when a rock sample collected by the Mars rover Perseverance contained potential biosignatures, which could suggest ancient signs of life. Douglas Jerolmack, a professor of Earth and environmental science at the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the significance of the discovery.
Mars rocks may hold signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life, according to scientists. Mark Strassmann reports.
Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Iguana shocks zookeepers with "virgin birth" of 8 hatchlings
"When we confirmed the eggs were fertile without any contact with a male, our jaws hit the floor," a U.K. zoo director said after an iguana gave birth to eight healthy babies.
Northern lights might be visible across 18 states tonight
People in 18 U.S. states could see the green or red glow of the aurora in the sky Monday night into Tuesday.
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Charlie Kirk's widow speaks out
Charlie Kirk's wife, Erika Kirk, made her first public statement since her husband was shot and killed at a Utah event on Wednesday. Officials said the suspect was arrested on Friday. Anna Schecter, CBS News senior coordinating producer for the Crime and Public Safety Unit, reports on the latest in the investigation.
D.C. safety concerns after Charlie Kirk shooting
The assassination of Charlie Kirk is the latest violent incident to spark safety concerns for lawmakers on Capitol Hill. As congressional members head home for the weekend, some have canceled outdoor events, and others are reviewing security practices. Nikole Killion reports from Washington.
FBI searches childhood home of Kirk suspect
FBI personnel on Friday executed a search warrant at the childhood home of Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Driver shot, killed by ICE agent in Chicago suburb
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shot and killed a driver Friday in the Chicago suburb of Franklin Park, authorities said. Surveillance video showed the incident occurring during a vehicle stop. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
What we know about the Kirk shooting suspect
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old man arrested in the shooting death of Charlie Kirk, was taken into custody after his father saw the security photos released by authorities of the shooting suspect and confronted his son, sources told CBS News. Scott MacFarlane has more on what we know about the suspect.
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Mars rocks may hold signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life, according to scientists. Mark Strassmann reports.
Reaction to shocking UFO video
New video shows a U.S. missile bouncing off a UFO off the coast of Yemen last year. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata breaks it down.
Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
NASA scientists probe Earth-like planet for atmosphere, water
Exoplanet TRAPPIST-1 e may contain an atmosphere and liquid water, NASA scientists said. Research into the exoplanet is ongoing.
Blood moon rises during total lunar eclipse. See the photos.
A blood moon rose in the night sky this week, offering a dazzling celestial event for people across multiple continents.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
"Son of Sam": A serial killer's reign of terror
Calling himself the "Son of Sam" in a letter left at one of the crime scenes, David Berkowitz claimed voices were ordering him to kill -- starting in the summer of 1976, he went on a 13-month spree of impulse killings in New York City that left six dead and seven injured
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Charlie Kirk's widow speaks out
Charlie Kirk's wife, Erika Kirk, made her first public statement since her husband was shot and killed at a Utah event on Wednesday. Officials said the suspect was arrested on Friday. Anna Schecter, CBS News senior coordinating producer for the Crime and Public Safety Unit, reports on the latest in the investigation.
Breaking the cycle of political violence
Following the arrest of the suspect in Charlie Kirk's murder, Republican Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and President Trump provided different responses to the question of how to break the cycle of political violence, with one calling for moral clarity and restraint, and the other casting broad blame and pledging sweeping retribution. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Man fatally shot by ICE agent
An immigration raid turned deadly in a Chicago suburb on Thursday. Authorities say a man was shot and killed after he tried to drive into agents. An agent was seriously injured as he was dragged by the car during the arrest. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
The significance of Mars rover's latest discovery
This week, NASA said scientists took the biggest step yet toward discovering whether there was ever life on Mars when a rock sample collected by the Mars rover Perseverance contained potential biosignatures, which could suggest ancient signs of life. Douglas Jerolmack, a professor of Earth and environmental science at the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the significance of the discovery.
Study: Stalked women have higher risk of heart disease
Women who experienced stalking or obtained restraining orders have a higher risk of heart disease, a Harvard study released last month has found. The study analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years. Anna Schecter has details.