Tennis star Taylor Townsend on how this U.S. Open changed her
Two-time doubles Grand Slam champion Taylor Townsend spoke to "CBS Mornings" about finding her love for tennis again and how this U.S. Open changed her on a personal level.
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Taylor Townsend on how U.S. Open changed her
Taylor Townsend achieved her best singles performance since 2019 at the U.S. Open, reaching the fourth round and was the runner-up at this year's women's double tournament. Townsend, a two-time doubles Grand Slam champion, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about how her son motivates her and why this U.S. Open changed her.
Justice Barrett defends Dobbs decision
In an interview with CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell, Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett spoke about the court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and the impact it has had on the country – and her family.
What to know about the first millennial saint
An online influencer, who was just 15 years old when he died, is the Catholic Church's newest saint. Pope Leo XIV led a canonization ceremony over the weekend for Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Justice Barrett on the Supreme Court's checks on Trump's power
In her first TV interview since joining the Supreme Court in 2020, Justice Amy Coney Barrett also discusses her vote in the 2022 Dobbs abortion case.
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"Only Murders in the Building" music insight
Siddhartha Khosla, the composer for the series "Only Murders in the Building," gives a behind-the-scenes look to see how he shaped the show's signature sound. CBS News' Anthony Mason reports.
Note to Self: Jeanette Lee
In the "CBS Mornings" series "Note to Self," former world champion pool player, Jeanette Lee, shares her career journey despite a debilitating health battle.
"The Dish": MUSE Santa Monica
In the "CBS Mornings'" series "The Dish," Natalie Morales visits MUSE, a restaurant born from a college dinner club. At just 24, its self-taught owner blends modern design with old-world charm and says kindness is at the heart of his cooking.
How So Yen is redefining dessert in Minnesota
CBS News Minnesota reporter Ashley Grams and photojournalist Ray Campos share the story of Yen Fang, who left the medical field during the pandemic to launch So Yen desserts in Saint Paul.
Minnesotan opens her dream bakery after corporate world exit
One Minnesota woman left the corporate world to run her own bakery in Saint Paul's Lowertown.
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Tennis star Taylor Townsend on how this U.S. Open changed her
Two-time doubles Grand Slam champion Taylor Townsend spoke to "CBS Mornings" about finding her love for tennis again and how this U.S. Open changed her on a personal level.
Taylor Townsend on how U.S. Open changed her
Taylor Townsend achieved her best singles performance since 2019 at the U.S. Open, reaching the fourth round and was the runner-up at this year's women's double tournament. Townsend, a two-time doubles Grand Slam champion, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about how her son motivates her and why this U.S. Open changed her.
Spike Lee's newest movie
Spike Lee's newest movie, "Highest 2 Lowest," stars his good friend, Denzel Washington. Lee sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest project and how his relationship with Washington has carried them through five collaborations.
After lifelong wait, 78-year-old Miami Gardens woman finally gets birth certificate
Jessie Lovette was born at home in Georgia in the 1940s, during segregation and never received a birth certificate.
Issa Rae explores history of Black representation in TV in new documentary
"Seen and Heard: The History of Black Television" features media icons such as Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, Tracee Ellis Ross, Norman Lear and Shonda Rhimes.
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Gov. JB Pritzker signs Sonya Massey Act, reforming police hiring in Illinois
Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday is expected to sign new legislation requiring more thorough background checks before hiring police officers, a law inspired by the shooting death of Sonya Massey.
Man gets to life without parole for killing Sade Robinson in Milwaukee
Sade Robinson, 19, was murdered in April of last year. Her dismembered body parts were found in the Milwaukee Area, and her arm was found at a Waukegan beach.
Ex-Ohio cop who fatally shot Andre Hill gets 15 years in prison
Andre Hill was shot four times in a garage in Columbus, Ohio, in December 2020.
Man beaten during traffic stop speaks out
William McNeil Jr. says he did nothing wrong before officers punched and dragged him from his car during a February stop in Jacksonville. The encounter was caught on video and has sparked widespread outrage.
Florida traffic stop prompts investigation
Newly released video shows Jacksonville deputies pulling William McNeil Jr. from his car during a February traffic stop, leaving him with a concussion and chipped tooth. Warning: This report contains disturbing images.
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Mayor proclaims today to be Sandra Cisneros Day, honoring famed author
Mayor Brandon Johnson has proclaimed Sept. 4, 2025 to be Sandra Cisneros Day, honoring the famed local author.
David Zayas talks about reprising Dexter role
Actor David Zayas, known for playing detective Angel Batista in the series "Dexter," talks about reprising his role in the sequel series, "Dexter: Resurrection," and how his character has changed.
"Sesame Street" star Sonia Manzano on new book
Beloved "Sesame Street" star Sonia Manzano, known for her role as Maria, joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new bilingual children's book "Alma's Great Idea," which encourages imagination and independence.
Journalist David Diaz remembered as a "reporter's reporter" at celebration of life
The life and work of journalist and educator David Diaz was celebrated Thursday, on the eve of what would've been his 83rd birthday.
Fear of immigration raids turns California community into ghost town
Huntington Park, California, is 95.6% Latino, and as many as 45% of the residents are undocumented, according to the city.
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LGBTQ+ Catholics make Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome
LGBTQ+ Catholics and their families participated in a Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome on Saturday, celebrating a new level of acceptance in the Catholic Church.
TV writer's arrest over anti-trans posts reignites U.K. free speech debate
London's police chief says officers shouldn't be "policing toxic culture wars" amid an uproar over the arrest of a TV comedy writer for anti-transgender social media posts.
2 men publicly caned for hugging and kissing in Indonesia
Sharia law in Indonesia's Aceh province allows up to 100 public lashes for morality offenses including gay sex and sex between unmarried people.
Rainbow crosswalks in Florida painted over
Several municipalities in Florida have received letters from the Florida Department of Transportation demanding that they paint over rainbow crosswalks or face funding cuts. This includes the one outside Orlando's Pulse nightclub. Cristian Benavides has more.
Rainbow crosswalk outside Pulse nightclub in Orlando painted over by state
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and others reacted to the removal of the rainbow crosswalk outside the Pulse nightclub, the site of a massacre in 2016.
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What to know about the first millennial saint
An online influencer, who was just 15 years old when he died, is the Catholic Church's newest saint. Pope Leo XIV led a canonization ceremony over the weekend for Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
LGBTQ+ Catholics make Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome
LGBTQ+ Catholics and their families participated in a Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome on Saturday, celebrating a new level of acceptance in the Catholic Church.
The Dish: Russ & Daughters
Russ & Daughters is a New York institution, and on this episode of "The Dish," learn how three generations have kept the doors open for more than 100 years.
First millennial saint set to be canonized
Carlo Acutis, a passionate teenager who tragically died of leukemia at the age of 15, is set to be canonized on Sunday. Acutis will be the first millennial saint.
Italian teen known as "God's Influencer" declared the first millennial saint
Dressed in jeans, Nike sneakers and a sweatshirt, with his hands clasped around a rosary, Carlo Acutis has generated near rock star-like fame among young Catholics.
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Justice Barrett defends Dobbs decision
In an interview with CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell, Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett spoke about the court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and the impact it has had on the country – and her family.
Justice Barrett on the Supreme Court's checks on Trump's power
In her first TV interview since joining the Supreme Court in 2020, Justice Amy Coney Barrett also discusses her vote in the 2022 Dobbs abortion case.
Justice Barrett on the Supreme Court's checks on Trump's power
In her first TV interview since joining the Supreme Court in 2020, Justice Amy Coney Barrett talks with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell about her legal philosophy; her vote in the 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health case (which removed a 50-year constitutional right to an abortion); and her response to opponents who believe the court is allowing President Trump to push the boundaries of the executive branch's power.
Ruby Cruz talks rom-com "The Threesome"
Actor Ruby Cruz stars in the new romantic comedy "The Threesome." It follows Conner, played by Jonah Hauer-King, who agrees to a threesome between his longtime crush, Olivia – played by Zoey Deutch – and Ruby's character, a stranger named Jenny. In the movie, both Olivia and Jenny find out they're pregnant. Cruz talks about taking on the project, her costars and more.
Justice Barrett on independence of court
In an exclusive interview with CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell for "CBS Sunday Morning," Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett discussed how she sees the role of the nation's highest court amid questions over its independence.
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Arlington high school track star overcomes challenges and aims for the Olympics
The track and field standout hits the pavement hard, setting a vision for what she wants to accomplish in her career.
Blind models walk Oak Brook runway celebrating fashion, feeling
At a fashion show in Oak Brook, Illinois, the models don't need designer looks to show off their style. For them, fashion is about feeling.
How guide dogs transform lives
Guiding Eyes for the Blind has provided more than 10,000 guide dogs free of charge to people with vision loss. Rebekah Cross and Marin Baumer join "CBS Mornings" to share how their dogs, Kokomo and Kegan, changed their lives.
North Texas nonprofit transforms lives by bringing technology to the blind
Computers for the Blind refurbishes donated computers and equips them with powerful accessibility software, providing life-changing technology to thousands who would otherwise go without.
LSU grad transforms his disability into a game-changing career
LSU graduate James Robert helps design 3D-printed wheelchairs and prosthetics for children, inspired by his own limb difference.
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CBS Reportes: El Poder
CBS News Race & Culture Unit presents CBS REPORTES: EL PODER, Hosted by Adriana Diaz featuring CBS News correspondents Enrique Acevedo, Manuel Bojorquez, Skyler Henry, Lilia Luciano, Ed O’Keefe, and Omar Villafranca, exploring the cultural diversity and increasing power of Latino voters ahead of the 2022 midterm elections and the 2024 presidential election.
Our American Village: Former San Jose Vice Mayor
CBS News tells the story of "Our American Village," a first-person narrative series that takes us inside diverse communities across the country to show that there is more than one way to be American. Madison Nguyen is the former Vice Mayor of San Jose, California, who helped in the naming of Little Saigon, a small business district where many Vietnamese businesses thrive.
Juneteenth museum honors day "about freedom"
For the past two decades, the museum has told the story of slavery and emancipation, and celebrated the accomplishments of African Americans throughout Texas — but now, it's about to make room for a bigger project.
"Grandmother of Juneteenth" Opal Lee reflects
The "Grandmother of Juneteenth" spent years walking from Texas to Washington, D.C., to call for Juneteenth's holiday status.
Our American Village: An East Hollywood attorney and her Central American roots
Cinthia Flores is from East Hollywood, California, and lives in an immigrant community where life revolves around the Los Angeles bus lines. CBS News explores Flores' community — and local establishments — in the latest episode of "Our American Village."
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Kenneth R. Weinstein named CBS News ombudsman
Kenneth R. Weinstein, former president and CEO of Hudson Institute, will serve as CBS News ombudsman, parent company Paramount, a Skydance corporation, announced Monday.
Serena Williams invests in women's basketball league Unrivaled
The tennis great was joined by other sports legends, including Billie Jean King, in investing in the three-on-three basketball league.
After prank, Howard Stern says he's still in talks with SiriusXM
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
Supreme Court allows sweeping immigration stops in Los Angeles area
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
China's export growth in August slowed to weakest pace since start of year
China's customs agency reports that the country's exports grew last month, but at a slower pace than in recent months.
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Serena Williams invests in women's basketball league Unrivaled
The tennis great was joined by other sports legends, including Billie Jean King, in investing in the three-on-three basketball league.
After prank, Howard Stern says he's still in talks with SiriusXM
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
China's export growth in August slowed to weakest pace since start of year
China's customs agency reports that the country's exports grew last month, but at a slower pace than in recent months.
Postal traffic to U.S. fell 80% after exemptions ended on low-value parcels
The Universal Postal Union says it has started rolling out new measures that can help postal operators around the world after the U.S. eliminated the so-called "de minimis exemption."
Salmonella linked to home delivery meals sickens people in 10 states
People sickened in the Salmonella outbreak linked to home delivery Metabolic Meals lived in 10 states, the CDC said.
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Trump's aid cuts fuel anxiety as a deadly Ebola outbreak hits Congo
An Ebola outbreak has killed 16 people in Congo, and a WHO official says President Trump's aid cuts "will definitely have an impact" on the response.
Supreme Court allows sweeping immigration stops in Los Angeles area
The Supreme Court froze a lower court order that prevented immigration authorities from stopping people without reasonable suspicion that they are in the U.S. unlawfully.
Roberts clears way for Trump to fire FTC commissioner for now
Chief Justice John Roberts granted interim relief to the Trump administration, allowing the firing of FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter.
Appeals court upholds $83 million judgment against Trump in Carroll case
A jury's conclusion that President Trump should pay E. Jean Carroll more than $83 million in damages for defamation was "fair and reasonable," a federal appeals panel ruled.
Trump asks Supreme Court to let him freeze billions in foreign aid funding
President Trump's administration asked the Supreme Court on Monday to allow it to freeze billions of dollars in foreign aid funding.
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Trump's aid cuts fuel anxiety as a deadly Ebola outbreak hits Congo
An Ebola outbreak has killed 16 people in Congo, and a WHO official says President Trump's aid cuts "will definitely have an impact" on the response.
Deadly kissing bug disease has spread in the U.S. Here's what to know.
Chagas disease is already endemic to 21 countries in the Americas, and growing evidence of the parasite is challenging the non-endemic label in the U.S., the CDC says.
After Trump's health funding cuts, states face tough budget decisions
The Trump administration has pushed a significant amount of health costs to states, whose budgets may already be strained by declining state tax revenues, a slowdown in pandemic spending, and economic uncertainty.
Commentary: Health expert pleads with GOP senator to address RFK Jr.'s actions
In the wake of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's firing of top CDC officials and cuts in mRNA vaccine research, Dr. Timothy Johnson (longtime network TV medical editor and founding editor of the Harvard Medical School Health Letter) has a message for a fellow doctor, Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who'd promised oversight of Kennedy when he voted to confirm him.
Former CDC physicians speak out against new vaccine policies
Four physicians, who recently resigned from the CDC in protest, tell "Sunday Morning" they believe HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing the nation's public health.
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Trump's aid cuts fuel anxiety as a deadly Ebola outbreak hits Congo
An Ebola outbreak has killed 16 people in Congo, and a WHO official says President Trump's aid cuts "will definitely have an impact" on the response.
China's export growth in August slowed to weakest pace since start of year
China's customs agency reports that the country's exports grew last month, but at a slower pace than in recent months.
A border-crossing moose named Emil is captivating Austria
The moose, which is not native to Austria, is believed to have come from Poland via the Czech Republic.
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.
Ethiopia to open $5B mega-dam despite concerns over Nile water supply
Ethiopia says the GERD hydroelectric dam will be a boon to the region, but Egypt and Sudan say it could threaten their "existential resources."
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After prank, Howard Stern says he's still in talks with SiriusXM
Shortly after pranking listeners over exit, Howard Stern said SiriusXM has approached him about keeping his show on the air.
Breakdown of the biggest VMA moments
MTV's most iconic awards show celebrated the best music videos of the year with history-making performances and unforgettable moments. Entertainment Tonight's Denny Directo breaks down the biggest moments of the night.
Highlights from the VMAs
Ariana Grande took home the night's top honor, Video of the Year. Lady Gaga won Artist of the Year, beating out Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. Meanwhile, Ricky Martin sang a medley of his songs while Sabrina Carpenter performed her newest hit, "Tears."
Rick Davies, Supertramp lead singer and co-founder, dies at 81
Rick Davies, lead singer and co-founder of Supertramp, has died of cancer at 81. The British band says he left "an indelible mark on rock music history."
Who won MTV Video Music Awards for 2025? See the full winners list here
See the full list of winners and nominees for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Nonprofit uses AI to repurpose medications
The nonprofit Every Cure is using AI to look for opportunities to repurpose medications already on the market to treat rare illnesses. President and co-founder Dr. David Fajgenbaum explains his personal inspiration for the nonprofit.
Some U.S. schools disconnect students from phones
This school year, more states are moving to limit cell phones in the classroom. It's happening as new data reveals that ⅔ of Americans believe all-day bans would boost grades, social skills and behavior. Skyler Henry has more from a school in Atlanta.
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.
Anthropic to pay $1.5 billion to settle authors' copyright lawsuit
Book authors will receive about $3,000 each after alleging that Anthropic had used pirated copies of their works to train its chatbot.
Trump hosts biggest tech CEOs at White House
CEOs from some of the nation's biggest tech companies sat down for a dinner with President Trump on Thursday. Among those present were Tim Cook, Sam Altman, Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg. Bloomberg tech reporter Riley Griffin joins CBS News to discuss.
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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.
"Punk rocker" dinosaur had long spikes, newly discovered fossils show
"Spicomellus is one of the strangest dinosaurs that we've ever discovered," the project's leader said.
Village swallowed by the sea 8,500 years ago found off Denmark
Divers have collected evidence of a Stone Age settlement lost to rising seas after the last ice age from the seabed off Denmark's coast.
World's first commercial carbon storage facility gets first CO2 injection
The first commercial carbon storage facility has been inaugurated off Norway's coast, but is storing CO2 deep under the seabed really the answer?
U.S. scientists work to preserve vulnerable species at a Smithsonian lab
Experts at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute care for endangered species on 32,000 sprawling acres in Northern Virginia.
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Doctor on trial in poisonings of 30 people had unique motive, prosecutors say
A French anesthesiologist on trial in the poisonings of 30 people, 12 of whom died, did it so he could show off his resuscitation skills and discredit co-workers, prosecutors say.
Trial begins today for man accused of Trump assassination attempt
Ryan Routh, 59, has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting to assassinate Mr. Trump during the presidential campaign and will be representing himself at trial.
Woman accused of killing her 2 kids, stuffing them in suitcases goes on trial
A trial opened in New Zealand of a South Korean woman accused of murdering her two children and leaving their bodies in suitcases for years before they were discovered.
New Zealand father on the run almost 4 years with his kids shot dead by police
Tom Phillips, who evaded authorities with his three kids in the remote countryside for nearly four years was shot and killed by a police officer
Australian woman who killed 3 with toxic mushrooms sentenced to life in prison
Erin Patterson was convicted for serving a poisonous meal to her estranged husband's parents, aunt and uncle during a beef Wellington lunch at her home in 2023
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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.
Tail of interstellar comet is growing, new telescope image shows
Astronomers in Chile captured a new image of comet 3I/ATLAS on its journey across the inner solar system.
SpaceX successfully launches Starship
SpaceX successfully launched its Super Heavy-Starship on its 10th test flight. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more details.
SpaceX Super Heavy-Starship launches 10th test
SpaceX launched its Super Heavy-Starship from Texas on Tuesday for the rocket's tenth test flight. The previous three launches ended in catastrophic in-flight failures. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
SpaceX launches giant Super Heavy-Starship rocket on critical test flight
SpaceX launched its huge Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday, chalking up what appeared to be a remarkably successful test flight in the wake of three back-to-back failures earlier this year.
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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.
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
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
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Trump ready for tougher sanctions on Russia
Russia's deadly airstrike on Saturday night against Ukraine killed multiple people and damaged a government building, officials said. President Trump said Sunday that he's ready to impose tougher sanctions on Russia and that he's "not happy with anything having to do with that war." CBS News' Holly Williams has more.
Latest details on deadly Jerusalem shooting
At least six people were killed and several others were wounded after Palestinian gunmen opened fire at a bus stop in Jerusalem, officials said. Two of the attackers were shot and killed, and a third suspect was arrested, police said. CBS News Middle East correspondent Courtney Kealy has the latest details.
Trump touts use of National Guard in D.C.
President Trump touted his decision to deploy the National Guard to Washington, D.C, in a social media post on Monday, but also criticized Chicago crime data in another post. On Saturday, Mr. Trump posted a meme that seemed to signal he was sending troops to Chicago, but Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth said she's seen no "indication" of any deployment yet. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more from the White House.
Court upholds E. Jean Carroll's judgement
An appeals court upheld a judgment against President Trump, requiring him to pay E. Jean Carroll $83.3 million in damages for defamation.
Nonprofit uses AI to repurpose medications
The nonprofit Every Cure is using AI to look for opportunities to repurpose medications already on the market to treat rare illnesses. President and co-founder Dr. David Fajgenbaum explains his personal inspiration for the nonprofit.