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A deadly diagnosis almost derailed a mom's dream. Her husband gave her hope. -- Maralee Lellio always dreamed of having a large family. A Stage IV cancer diagnosis almost caused her to lose hope. -- May 9

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Supreme Court ruling ushers in a new era of gerrymandering -- The Supreme Court has ruled that, under the Voting Rights Act, Congressional districts can no longer be drawn along racial lines, but can be shaped by partisan aims. The result: A dash to re-draw voting districts in several states. What does this portend for democracy?

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Pedestrian fatally struck by Frontier plane departing Denver for L.A. -- A pedestrian was hit by a Frontier airplane departing Denver for LA late Friday night, the airport and airline confirmed.

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How did a wealthy widow wind up dead below a staircase in her mansion? -- Beverly Hills detectives responding to the death of 67-year-old Violet Yacobi - who was found on the marble floor below a staircase in her mansion - suspected foul play and her dentist son, and wondered if the family fortune was a motive for murder.

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More than 100 sickened in norovirus outbreak aboard Princess cruise ship -- This is the second time within two months that a norovirus outbreak happened on a Princess ship based out of the Fort Lauderdale.

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Bobby Cox, longtime Braves manager, dies at 84 -- Cox managed the Braves for 25 seasons, winning the World Series in 1995.

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UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972 -- NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon. -- May 8

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Man who survived hantavirus 24 years ago, but lost mom and sister, recounts experience -- In 2002, Zerme o found out he contracted hantavirus after cleaning the family house following the death of his mother and sister. He had been exposed to rodent droppings and became infected. -- May 8

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A blocked camera, a 13-minute gap: Details emerge on WHCD attack -- A CBS News visual investigation is revealing new details of an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump at this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner. -- May 7

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A city rises again from the ashes - but will it be strong enough? -- In Los Angeles, rebuilding after last year's devastating wildfires has been a race to the status quo, with speed winning out over safety and strength.

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Martin Short: Facing tragedy with joy -- When you learn what Martin Short has endured in his private life, as captured in the hilarious and heartbreaking documentary "Marty: Life Is Short," the comedian's irrepressibly sunny attitude is all the more astonishing.

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Motherless daughters: Coming together -- Twenty years ago, Hope Edelman, author of the bestseller "Motherless Daughters," founded a global support network for women who, like her, were young when their mothers died - to share tears, sisterhood and affirmation.

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Nothing Can Sink the Cruise Ship -- Thirty-eight million people went on a cruise last year. They'll keep going-and that's a good thing.

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Humanity Is Still Evolving-and Fast -- For decades, many scientists insisted that human evolution essentially stopped 50,000 years ago. A groundbreaking new paper proves them wrong.

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Ted Turner, the Optimist Who Built CNN -- His world began anew every day. I spent a few months with him in 1986, and I will always consider myself lucky for it.

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U.S. launches major expansion of denaturalization campaign -- The Trump administration announced a major expansion of its denaturalization campaign targeting foreign-born American citizens accused of fraudulently obtaining U.S. citizenship.

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Asylum-seekers abandon cases as ICE seeks to deport them to third countries -- More than 12,000 people gave up their asylum claims or voluntarily departed the U.S. as ICE moved to cut cases short by sending asylum-seekers to third countries, a CBS News analysis found.

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Trump ally Farage says elections mark "historic shift in British politics" -- One U.K. lawmaker says big election losses for the ruling Labour Party and its main rivals show the de-facto two-party system is "not just dying, it is dead."

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Exclusive - State Department reviewing all Mexican consulates in U.S. as tensions grow - The State Department is initiating a review of all 53 Mexican consulates in the United States, a U.S. official said, a move that could lead Secretary of State Marco Rubio to consider ordering the closure of some posts. May 8

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Pentagon says 1 survivor after latest strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 -- The U.S. military's latest strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed two men Friday while leaving one survivor.

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What's the required minimum distribution from a $300,000 retirement account? -- Have $300,000 saved in a retirement account? Here are the required minimum distributions you'll be expected to take.

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Can debt relief protect your Social Security or retirement income?

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What's the required minimum distribution from a $250,000 retirement account?

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$100,000 CD vs. $100,000 high-yield savings account vs. $100,000 money market account: Here's which will earn more interest now -- All three savings account types can offer a big return on your $100,000 deposit. Here's which one will earn the most.

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What's the CD account interest rate forecast for May 2026?

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Considering a money market account now? Here are the types of savers who can benefit.

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: May 8, 2026? -- Want to buy a home or refinance your current one? Here are the mortgage interest rates you'll need to know first.

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Should you lock a mortgage rate before the next inflation report is released?

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Is a larger down payment worth it in today's mortgage rate environment? What experts say

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Fed unlikely to cut interest rates until 2027, Bank of America says -- A "hawkish" turn at the Fed and stubbornly high inflation could delay interest rate cuts, according to Bank of America economists.

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What the Trump administration's latest tariff blow means for businesses -- A trade court's ruling this week against a 10% U.S. tariff is narrow in scope, offering limited relief to importers. Here's what to know.

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Employers added 115,000 jobs in April, blowing past forecasts -- Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.

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Here's how AI can help with retirement planning, and where it struggles -- As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.

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Snack mixes recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination -- Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.

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Netanyahu on what's needed to end Iran war -- The Iran war is "not over" because highly enriched uranium still needs to be removed from Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says. Watch Netanyahu's interview, Sunday on 60 Minutes.

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Pat Seftel on Mother's Day -- Filmmaker Josh Seftel talks with his mother, Pat, about a day devoted to moms.

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A mother's (and daughter's) love -- Growing up, Ana Duarte and her mother, Anette, went through rough times and were frequently homeless, which Ana blamed on her mom. Their relationship was tested when a bitter Ana left to build her own life. Once Ana finally got her own apartment, she gave her mother a call. Steve Hartman reports.

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Extended interview: Martin Short -- In this web exclusive, correspondent Tracy Smith sits down with comedian Martin Short, star of "SCTV," "Saturday Night Live" and "Only Murders in the Building," to talk about how director Lawrence Kasdan convinced him to become the subject of the documentary, "Martin: Life Is Short." They also discuss applying his childhood fantasies in show business; experiencing grief and loss as a young man; his first professional job on "Godspell" with Gilda Radner; and the value of reading his own reviews. He also describes his treasured characters like Ed Grimley, Nathan Thurm and Jiminy Glick.

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CBS Sunday Morning - SCOTUS ruling ushers in a new era of gerrymandering - In 1965, President Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act, a momentous piece of civil rights legislation that broke down barriers facing Black voters. Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that voting districts can no longer be drawn along racial lines, but could be shaped by partisan aims. The result: a dash to re-draw voting districts in several states. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa talks with key voices about what the Court's ruling portends for democracy. 1H ago - 8:50

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Motherless daughters: Coming together -- Twenty years ago, Hope Edelman, author of the bestseller "Motherless Daughters," founded a global support network for women who, like her, were young when their mothers died. While those who attend Motherless Daughter retreats experience a fair share of tears, they also experience laughter, sisterhood and affirmation. Faith Salie talks with participants who carry their mothers' memories with them, some of whom are entering the uncharted territory of becoming mothers themselves.

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CBS News Radio, a beacon of broadcast journalism, signs off -- Founded nearly a century ago, CBS Radio set the standard for radio news coverage, featuring legends such as Edward R. Murrow, Robert Trout and Charles Osgood, and created the template for broadcast journalists. But on May 22, CBS will end its heralded radio service. Mo Rocca celebrates the long history of CBS News Radio, and talks with current and former staffers, including "Sunday Morning" correspondent Martha Teichner (who reported on radio for decades), and Dan Rather, a veteran radio correspondent and former anchor of the "CBS Evening News."

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A Mother's Day breakfast with Martha Stewart -- Just in time for Mother's Day, Martha Stewart, whose latest book is "The Martha Way," offers "Sunday Morning" viewers tips on preparing a special breakfast for that special mom.

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Martin Short: Facing tragedy with joy -- For more than 50 years, comedian Martin Short has been a bright spot on any stage or screen. And when you know what he has endured in his private life, his irrepressibly sunny attitude is all the more astonishing. "Marty: Life Is Short," a hilarious and heartbreaking Netflix documentary, tells of the personal tragedies that Short has endured since childhood - and how he has risen above them. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Short and director Lawrence Kasdan about grief and loss being met with laughter and joy.

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48 Hours - Beverly Hills 911 - Beverly Hills detectives try to figure out how a widow ended up dead below a staircase in her mansion. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports. 13H ago - 42:00

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The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi -- A dream romance ends in murder after a woman falls for a stranger. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports.

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The Killing of Theresa Fusco -- Nearly 41 years after a New York teenager is killed, an unexpected breakthrough in the case. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.

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Jade Colvin is Missing -- Photos discovered on an old cellphone help solve the disappearance of a 14-year-old girl. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports.

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Kimberly Langwell's Hidden Grave -- A mother disappears leaving her young daughter in despair. Decades later, information leads to a secret grave. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.

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