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CBS Evening News - NYC building climbers engaged, under arrest - Two people in black masks scaled the Empire State Building, scrambling the New York City Police Department. They call themselves "roof-toppers," or stunt climbers, and they unfurled a banner about world peace before one of them got out a ring and proposed. By the time they got down, they were engaged and under arrest. Tom Hanson reports. 6H ago - 2:31

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What is the "buy, borrow, die" tax strategy Gavin Newsom wants to ban? -- As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.

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Who climbed the Empire State Building? Here's what we know. -- The two people taken into custody for climbing New York City's Empire State Building where they apparently got engaged have been identified as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angelina Nikolau, 33, law enforcement sources told CBS News.

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Details emerge of Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding events at MSG -- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.

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About 2,000 U.S. troops supporting relief efforts after Venezuela earthquakes -- Almost 60,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes last week, according to a NASA satellite assessment.

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U.S. helicopter goes down in Arabian Sea, crew member missing, Navy says -- The helicopter, which was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, is not believed to have been taken down by hostile action, the Navy said.

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Actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis -- Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.

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Harvard professor known for alien theories to lead White House UFO council -- Avi Loeb, a Harvard astronomer who has made headlines with his theories about alien encounters, will lead a White House scientific advisory council on UFOs.

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Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74 -- Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.

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Trump takes first trip on Qatari-gifted Air Force One -- President Trump is traveling Wednesday to North Dakota in what marks his first trip aboard the new Air Force One, which was gifted to the U.S. by the Qatari government last year.

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American icons reflect on the ideals the U.S. was founded on -- Leaders in the arts, science and business, including Sundar Pichai, Jamie Lee Curtis, Katie Ledecky and Ken Burns shared their reflections on America.

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Why Florida stayed loyal to Britain during the American Revolution -- Historians explain why East and West Florida remained loyal to Britain instead of joining the 13 colonies in declaring independence.

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CBS to host "The Great American Block Party 250" special on July 4 -- CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history. -- Jun 17

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I'm a Female Athlete. The Supreme Court Finally Gave Us the Protection We Need. -- When Lia Thomas, a biological male, joined Penn's women's swim team, my coaches told me to accept it. The Supreme Court's ruling on transgender athletes vindicated me.

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Forget What Your Parents Told You About Money -- Buying a home, chasing credentials, and eliminating debt are not always the right decisions in today's economy.

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The Greatness of the Constitution Shines in the Birthright Citizenship Case -- The Court's decision shows that constitutionalism is strong. The Justices stood against the president, and did so on a matter of core constitutional principle.

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Former CIA Director John Brennan sues DOJ, Trump officials over criminal probes -- Brennan is seeking a court order to force the preservation of records in the investigations targeting him. His attorneys say he's being "vindictively singled out for investigation."

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More than 1,000 cases under review after Broadview Six misconduct revelations -- More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case​ due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.

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Trump made over $1 billion on crypto ventures last year, disclosure shows -- President Trump earned more than a billion dollars from crypto-related ventures alone last year, according to a financial disclosure, including from his meme coin business and his family's cryptocurrency firm.

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Justice Department sues Virginia, California over gun laws -- Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said "the Constitution is not a suggestion" and that "the Second Amendment is a sacred right belonging to all Americans."

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How the Supreme Court ruled on Trump's agenda this term -- The court's decisions cemented Mr. Trump's authority over vast swathes of the government, while delivering significant setbacks to his agenda in other areas. -- Jun 30

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Why a CD account is worth opening this July -- A CD account has been especially worth opening in recent years, but especially so this July. Here's why.

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How much interest can a $55,000 CD account earn if opened now?

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Here's how much interest a $100,000 high-yield savings account can earn currently

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3 mortgage moves to make before the July Fed meeting -- With the next Federal Reserve meeting looming at the end of July, borrowers may want to make these three moves now.

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3 ADVANTAGES HOMEBUYERS SHOULD KNOW THIS SUMMER, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS

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Will mortgage interest rates drop in July? 4 things to consider now

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Should you stop contributing to retirement while paying off debt? -- Paying down debt matters, but pausing retirement contributions to do so may not be the smartest financial move.

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Can your spouse inherit your credit card debt?

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Can creditors charge interest on unpaid debts after someone dies?

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U.S. says it won't extend key trade deal with Canada and Mexico -- The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it.

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Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028 -- After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.

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New student loan rules take effect today. Here's what to know. -- Loan revamp affects how much students and families can borrow to pay for college, as well as their repayment options.

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Egg producers reach federal and state settlement after price-fixing probe -- Three U.S. egg producers will be required to provide 53 million eggs to food banks and to pay a $3.3 million financial penalty. -- Jun 30

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Starter homes are out of reach for most prospective homebuyers -- The typical non-homeowner household earns about $7,000 less than what's needed to buy an entry-level home, according to LendingTree. -- Jun 30

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Feds probe spending on social adult daycares -- Dozens of Medicaid-funded social adult daycare centers are packed into one New York City neighborhood, a CBS News data analysis has found. And national investigative correspondent Tom Hanson learned federal authorities are looking into possible fraudulent activity at some facilities across New York state.

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Millions traveling for July 4 weekend -- Passengers aboard American Airlines Flight 1040 had a scary start to the July 4 travel rush after the pilot announced there was a reported engine fire. Though American says there was no evidence of that. Kris Van Cleave has more on the holiday rush.

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Trump acknowledges his crypto gains -- After the Office of Government Ethics revealed just how much crypto money the president has been making, Tony Dokoupil asks how this sort of thing is allowed ethically and legally.

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Trump flies aboard new Air Force One -- President Trump responded to new ethics questions on two fronts - the use of a luxury Boeing Jet, gifted by the Qatari government as a temporary Air Force One, and his newly disclosed billion-dollar crypto fortune. Nancy Cordes has more.

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England secures comeback in World Cup match -- England advanced in the World Cup on Wednesday with a late goal from its all-time leading scorer, Harry Kane. Meanwhile, the U.S. Men's National Team is in a win-or-go-home match in the San Francisco Bay Area. Nicole Valdes has more.

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The Daily Report - Camp Mystic rescuer reflects on the tragedy - It's been almost a year since deadly floods killed more than 130 people in the Hill Country region of Central Texas. The flooding at Camp Mystic killed 25 campers, two counselors and the camp's executive director. Scott Ruskan, aviation survival technician 2nd class for the U.S. Coast Guard, joined CBS News to remember the tragedy, his first ever mission. 6H ago - 4:47

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Child psychologist on nicotine pouch risks -- The Food and Drug Administration now allows ZYN nicotine pouches to be marketed as less harmful than cigarettes. Child psychologist Bonnie Halpern-Felsher joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the risks.

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SCOTUS lifts political party spending limits -- The Supreme Court has lifted limits on how much money political parties can spend on congressional campaigns ahead of the midterms. In a 6-3 vote, the justices found the Federal Election Campaign Act violated the First Amendment. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.

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Why democratic socialists are winning primaries -- Democratic socialists are celebrating another win in a key U.S. congressional primary ahead of the 2026 midterms. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak has more.

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U.S. prepares to take on Bosnia in World Cup -- World Cup fever is in full swing in California, where the U.S. Men's National Team is preparing to take the field on Wednesday in its first knockout stage match of the tournament against Bosnia and Herzegovina. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has more.

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