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Top military officials faced polygraphs over leaks on munitions, sources say -- Some of the highest-ranking officials in the U.S. military were subjected to polygraph tests as part of a sweeping leak probe, U.S. officials briefed on the matter told CBS News.
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Clancy trial ends in hung jury after attorney's attempt to avoid mistrial fails -- A mistrial was declared in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial Friday, after her attorney's last-minute appeal failed.14 hours ago
Witkoff, Kushner to visit Moscow, Kyiv with proposal to end war in Ukraine -- The visit will mark the envoys' first trip to Kyiv since President Trump returned to office with a pledge to end the war in Ukraine.1 hour ago
Fetterman texts reveal impatience with constituent duties -- A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.5 hours ago
Judge extends block on Postal Service's new Trump-backed mail-in ballot requirements -- A federal judge extended her block on the U.S. Postal Service's new requirements for mail voting, as states prepare to begin sending mail ballots to voters for the November midterm elections.10 hours ago
Live -- Iran war is "small potatoes" for U.S., Trump says -- President Trump downplayed the war with Iran, and also defended Vice President JD Vance saying it wasn't a war.13 hours ago
Judge lets Pentagon move forward with firing Stars and Stripes journalists -- The Pentagon accused two of the Stars and Stripes journalists of insubordination after one of them had told "CBS Sunday Morning" in a July interview that she worked for Stars and Stripes, "not for the Pentagon, not for any administration, not for any policymaker."10 hours ago
Supreme Court sides with Republicans in fight over broadcast ad rates -- The Supreme Court left in place guidance from the Federal Communications Commission that allows political parties and committees access to cheaper rates for political ads.12 hours ago
First on CBS -- BOP faces scrutiny over exclusive deal to sell nicotine pouches to prisoners -- The BOP in July entered into an exclusive arrangement with a Florida start-up that allows the company to sell federal prisoners nicotine pouches that are not authorized by the FDA.13 hours ago
After Lindsay Clancy mistrial, what happens next? -- Here's what may happen next after a mistrial was declared in Lindsay Clancy's murder case.8 hours ago
American Airlines passenger duct-taped to seat after mid-flight outburst -- A picture shows the man with multiple loops of tape around his wrists, torso and head.10 hours ago
How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans -- At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.11 hours ago
Trump says Lindsay Clancy "did a horrible, horrible thing" -- Shortly after the judge overseeing Lindsay Clancy's murder case declared a mistrial, President Trump called it a "terrible situation" and a "horrible tragedy."12 hours ago
Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think. -- Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.12 hours ago
Senior aides to U.K.'s Nigel Farage step down in scandal over undercover report -- Two senior aides to Nigel Farage, the firebrand leader of the U.K.'s populist Reform party, have stepped down in the wake of an investigative news report.11 hours ago
Serena and Venus Williams fall in thriller return to U.S. Open women's doubles -- Playing together at the U.S. Open in New York for the first time in four years, Serena and Venus Williams lost in a three-set thriller match in the first round of the women's doubles tournament.6 hours ago
Neighborhood comes together to give young boy a memorable trick-or-treat birthday -- When a mother posted a note on Facebook asking if anyone in her neighborhood would allow her son to trick-or-treat at their homes in July for his 11th birthday, more than 100 neighbors said yes.8 hours ago
Indictment details alleged lies by ICE officer charged in Minneapolis shooting -- The federal indictment against ICE officer Christian Castro has been unsealed, detailing charges accusing him of lying to investigators about a north Minneapolis shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in January.14 hours ago
Is It Right to Hold Your Kids Back in Kindergarten? -- 'People will do anything to get an edge,' said one Florida mom. 'At what point does it become too ridiculous? When does it stop?' -- Sep 37 hours ago
Tyler Cowen: Is College Still Worth It? -- Yes, but not for the reason you think. -- Sep 311 hours ago
Meta Will Spend Millions for Teen Therapy. It's a Mistake. -- The company's settlement with 47 U.S. states calls for it to help fund counseling for screen-addicted kids. There are better things to do with the money.18 hours ago
Election officials raise alarm over mail voting rules: "Virtually impossible" -- One official in California said that scanning individual ballots for every voter in the state would take roughly 43 years based on the Postal Service's estimates.1 day ago
Is a far-right party on the precipice of power in a German state? -- AfD Saxony-Anhalt is a racist extremist group, according to the German state's intelligence agency. The party may well trounce its rivals in this weekend's state election.16 hours ago
Trump is sitting on a $400 million war chest. But how will he spend it? -- Securing American Greatness, a nonprofit with ties to Mr. Trump's super PAC, MAGA Inc., unveiled its first ads to air nationwide.19 hours ago
Exclusive - Illinois senators blast FAA for holding air traffic controller raises "hostage" The Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act set aside $140 million to give controllers a 3.8% pay raise, but they have so far only received the 1% raise given to all government employees. 9H ago13 hours ago
Trump to take Qatari Air Force One to Ireland, sources say -- The September trip will be the first time the new plane is flown overseas since Mr. Trump traveled to Turkey for a NATO summit.15 hours ago
How much interest can a $40,000 3-year CD earn at today's rates? -- Don't dismiss the benefits a $40,000 3-year CD can offer without first understanding the interest-earning potential.13 hours ago
Here's how much interest a $150,000 6-month CD can earn savers now13 hours ago
Is a CD or a high-yield savings account better to open this September?1 day ago
What are the monthly payments on a $25,000 home equity loan right now? -- A $25,000 home equity loan could provide the secure financing that many homeowners need in today's economy.15 hours ago
How much will a $150,000 HELOC cost monthly if opened now?15 hours ago
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Can making a partial credit card payment prevent a charge-off? -- A partial card payment may buy you some breathing room, but what happens next depends on how much you pay.17 hours ago
What happens if you're sued while enrolled in a debt forgiveness program?17 hours ago
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The Social Security Administration overpaid her. Now she owes $35,000. -- The agency told a woman that she has 30 days to pay it back. Otherwise, it would cut her benefits by 50% while it collects what it overpaid.13 hours ago
See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest -- Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.13 hours ago
Gas prices surge just before Labor Day, as diesel nears record high -- "Diesel is just a couple of ticks away from hitting a new record," one energy expert said. "That will happen."1 day ago
August jobs report shows U.S. added 162,000 jobs, blowing past forecasts -- Strong hiring last month was driven by gains in education and in leisure and hospitality, with the nation's jobless rate remaining steady at 4.1%.11 hours ago
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027 -- Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.17 hours ago
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Labor Day travel disrupted by gas prices -- Millions of Americans are set to face higher gas prices and higher airfare this Labor Day weekend due to disruptions connected to the Iran war and other conflicts. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.9 hours ago
Construction on "Arc de Trump" set to begin -- Construction of President Trump's 250-feet-tall triumphal arch, nicknamed the "Arc de Trump," is set to begin in Washington, D.C. Weijia Jiang has more.9 hours ago
Aggressive passenger duct-taped mid-flight -- A man was duct-taped to his first-class seat on an American Airlines flight and later arrested after allegedly exhibiting violent behavior, and forcing the flight to be diverted. Kris Van Cleave has the story.9 hours ago
CBS Evening News - What Lindsay Clancy mistrial ruling means - The Massachusetts trial of Lindsay Clancy, the mother charged with murdering her three young children, ended in a hung jury on Friday. Shanelle Kaul reports and Caroline Polisi has legal analysis. 9H ago - 4:291 hour ago
Storms, heat waves cause Labor Day disruption -- Labor Day weekend travel is set to be disrupted by powerful storms across the country. Lana Zak reports and Rob Marciano has the forecast.9 hours ago
NFL opposes certain prediction market bets -- The NFL is demanding that prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket stop offering risky bets that can be easily influenced by one person. Mark Strassman has the story.8 hours ago
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The Takeout - Trump threatens think tank with defamation suit - President Trump is threatening a defamation lawsuit against the left-leaning think tank, Center for American Progress, over its new report that found National Guard deployments didn't reduce violent crime. Neera Tanden, the think tank's CEO and a former adviser to former President Joe Biden, joins "The Takeout" to discuss. 11H ago - 5:4920 minutes ago
Judge allows ex-NFL players on LSU roster -- A judge ruled Thursday night that the Louisiana State University football team could roster two players who had brief stints with NFL teams. Attorneys for the Southeastern Conference say they plan to file an appeal. Yahoo Sports senior writer Ross Dellenger joins "The Takeout" to discuss.9 hours ago
Fetterman texts show lack of interest in duties -- CBS News has obtained text messages between Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and staffers that reveal he appears uninterested in doing his work in Congress. Politico House leadership reporter Riley Rogerson and NOTUS senior editor Dave Levinthal join "The Takeout" to discuss.9 hours ago
FAA holding off on air traffic controller raises -- A pair of Democratic senators are accusing the head of the Federal Aviation Administration of holding pay raises for air traffic controllers "hostage." CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.9 hours ago
Steve Hilton on limiting kids' screen time -- California's Republican nominee for governor, Steve Hilton, is releasing new policy proposals in his campaign against Democratic rival Xavier Becerra, calling for the state to ban smartphones in schools. Hilton joins "The Takeout" to discuss.10 hours ago
