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Frontier Airlines flight diverted because of an unruly passenger. What he allegedly tried to do before being restrained from another passenger. Primary day, voters head to the polls in six states in what could be a preview of the mid-terms. What we are watching for in major races for governor of California and mayor of Los Angeles. And the case of that Michigan woman missing in the Bahamas, no possible murder investigation. We are there as a new search for her is about to begin.

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

The Justice Department said Monday that it will stop work on the $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund following a district judge's decision temporarily blocking the establishment of the program. Maine's presumptive Democratic nominee for Senate, Graham Platner, is embroiled in controversy after the Wall Street Journal reported on sexually explicit text messages he allegedly sent to women outside of his marriage.

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2026

A charter bus plows into cars on I-95 in Virginia, killing at least five and injuring 44. Inside the operation to rescue a gold miner stuck in a flooded Laos cave. And, a Blue Origin rocket explodes at Cape Canaveral.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2026

Nearly 100 firefighters battled a massive blaze after an explosion destroys a Dallas apartment complex, multiple injuries tonight. New fears after what may be the deadliest industrial disaster in Washington state history. 11 workers presumed dead. Also tonight, the age debate is back, reaction to Jill Biden's exclusive interview with "CBS Sunday morning." The former first lady saying she thought president Biden was having a stroke during that infamous debate.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

At least two people were killed and nine workers are "unrecovered" following the implosion of a chemical tank at a pulp and paper mill in southern Washington state on Tuesday, according to a news release shared by authorities on Wednesday afternoon. Several more people were injured. Rescue teams found five of seven people alive inside a flooded cave in Laos, but how to safely extract the survivors remains unsolved. Former first lady Jill Biden said she was "frightened" by her husband Joe Biden's 2024 debate performance and thought he was having a stroke.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026

At least one person was killed and nine workers were unaccounted for following the implosion of a chemical tank at a pulp and paper mill in southern Washington state on Tuesday, local authorities said. President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Sonny Rollins, the tenor saxophonist and restless genius whose bold, distinctive tone and constant experimentation kept him on the cutting edge of jazz for more than 50 years, died Monday at age 95.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026

President Trump has said a deal with Iran is "largely negotiated" and that he will either sign "a great and meaningful" pact with Tehran, "or there will be no deal." Fifty thousand Southern California residents remain under evacuation orders Monday after emergency crews raced to prevent a tank holding a volatile industrial chemical from exploding at an aerospace facility in Garden Grove. Saturday's shooting near the White House has raised security concerns ahead of summer celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday. The shooter, who was killed after opening fire on a Secret Service checkpoint, had previously blocked a White House entry lane last June, court records show.

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2026

A record number of travelers are set to take to the road and air this Memorial Day Weekend. NASCAR star Kyle Busch experienced shortness of breath, felt he was overheating and was coughing up blood the day before his death, according to a 911 call obtained Friday by CBS News. Tulsi Gabbard said Friday that she is resigning as the director of national intelligence, stepping aside after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2026

Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died Thursday after being hospitalized with what his family called a "severe illness." He was 41. A flight headed for Detroit made a last-minute diversion to Canada on Wednesday night over Ebola concerns stemming from a passenger who wasn't supposed to be on board. Millions of Americans are beginning their travel ahead of Memorial Day weekend, marking the unofficial start of the summer travel season. 

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

As millions of Americans head to their Memorial Day destinations, travel troubles are starting to erupt. The wildfire emergency in California is intensifying with more than a dozen fires burning across the state. And today, the Justice Department hit Cuba's former leader Raul Castro with criminal charges, including murder.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

More than 30,000 people under evacuation orders tonight in Southern California as wind-whipped flames threaten homes and property. First on CBS, what the leader of the Islamic Center of San Diego says about the heroism of those killed in yesterday's attack. And, today the State Department urged Americans to avoid any travel to three Central African countries due to the Ebola outbreak.

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2026

At least three people were killed Monday following a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. A fast-moving brush fire fueled by strong winds tore through Simi Valley, California, scorching more than 700 acres, destroying structures and forcing evacuations near schools. And, an American doctor working with a medical missionary organization in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has tested positive for Ebola and was being taken to Germany for treatment. The WHO declared the outbreak a global health emergency.

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2026

Several terror plots involving targeting multiple synagogues and Jewish center in multiple US cities has been foiled. Wildfires are ripping across the Texas panhandle. And, there's growing concern over another deadly virus outbreak in Africa. Doctors are currently monitoring an Ebola epidemic now responsible for dozens of deaths.

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

Seized ship taken toward Iran as Trump and China's Xi agree Strait of Hormuz "must remain open." Ukraine says Russia launches "massive and virtually nonstop" strikes on Kyiv, killing at least 12. Hero pilot recounts crash landing, rescue in Atlantic Ocean: "My first thought was, 'We didn't die'."

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

Earlier today, President Trump arrived for his high stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. New economic data shows that prices for products jumped six percent compared to a year ago, making it the fastest spike since 2022. And, the latest on the hantavirus while officials worldwide continue to monitor the quarantined cruise ship passengers.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2026

 The cost of living here in the US is rising faster than pay for the first time in years.  As President Trump is in the air to China for a high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping, a California mayor is pleading guilty to acting as an illegal, foreign agent for the Chinese government. And, the gunman who opened fire on cars outside of Boston yesterday had just been released from a psychiatric hospital just days earlier. What he told his parole officer moments before the shooting.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

The 18 Americans who were aboard a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship have returned to the U.S. and are now in quarantine. A gunman opens fire at passing cars along the Charles River near Boston. And, a CBS News exclusive. Kirk Moore, an Oklahoma high school principal, took a bullet tackling a gunman in his school's lobby. He told CBS News what he did was "just instinct" and said he didn't even realize he'd been shot at first.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

U.S. plans evacuation flight for Americans on cruise ship in hantavirus outbreak. Pentagon begins releasing new UFO files, unveiling dozens of photos, videos and documents. U.S. strikes 2 Iranian ports as American warships come under fire.

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

The effort to ⁠monitor the spread of hantavirus⁠ from a cruise ship currently off the west coast of Africa is expanding, after health officials confirmed the virus on the ship is transmissible from human to human. At least 30 passengers who were potentially exposed have already gone home. The tornado outbreak in Mississippi is one of the worst seen this season. And, Tennessee has become the latest battleground in the congressional maps fight ahead of the midterm elections.

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

Three people evacuated from hantavirus cruise ship as Spain says it will dock in Canary Islands despite local opposition. President Trump threatened Iran on Wednesday with "higher level" military strikes if it doesn't accept a peace deal, but he says it's "too soon" for new direct talks with Iranian officials in Pakistan after reporting "great progress" in negotiations to end the war. Ted Turner, media tycoon who founded CNN, dies at age 87.

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

A rare form of hantavirus is believed to have spread person-to-person on board a cruise ship. Iran's leverage depends on President Trump feeling political pressure at home. Gas prices are up and support for the war is not. The California Department of Insurance is accusing State Farm, the nation's largest home insurance company, of delaying, denying and underpaying claims after last year's wildfires.

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2026

A Secret Service officer opens fire blocks from the White House after someone raises a gun at the officer. Dash cam video shows the moment a United Airlines jet hit a bakery delivery truck and light pole on one of the busiest highways in the U.S. And, to the West coast of Africa, where a suspected outbreak of a rare and deadly virus has killed at least three people and left a cruise ship stranded at sea.

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2026

President Trump says the Iran war is over despite the US military still having a heavy presence and no peace deal reached. Gas prices have been driven to a new four year high due to the uncertainty over the war with Iran. And, the end is near for Spirit Airlines as the carrier could be grounding all flights tonight.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

NYPD Officers were blown off their feet by a powerful blast while responding to a call. President Trump reiterated today that oil and gas prices will drop once the war with Iran is over despite them being at an all time high. And, today the family behind Camp Mystic made the decision to re-open the camp this summer.

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

Iran war has cost $25 billion to date, defense official says, as Hegseth faces questions about war strategy. The round that struck a U.S. Secret Service officer during Saturday's shooting outside the ballroom where the White House Correspondents' Dinner was taking place was not friendly fire, multiple senior law enforcement officials told CBS News Wednesday. The Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down Louisiana's congressional map that includes two majority-Black districts, delivering a significant victory for Republicans in a major decision that narrows the landmark Voting Rights Act.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

History was made on Capitol Hill today as King Charles addressed Congress, and he's the second monarch to do so. Millions are bracing for another night of severe weather while hail and tornadoes slam the Central US. And, a full investigation into the shooter who tried to attack the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night, including a review of his electronic devices is now underway.

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2026

The suspected gunman behind the attempted assassination attempt on President Trump is now behind bars with his bail hearing on this week.  King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived for their state visit today even amidst the mounting questions about security after the correspondent's dinner. And, two weeks after they started, the record-breaking wildfires in Georgia are still burning.

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2026

A monster of a tornado blasted through the city of Enid damaging dozens of homes and leading to incredible stories of search and rescue and survival. Lana Zak has the latest. Mark Strassmann reports from on the ground in Georgia with the latest on the wildfires that are still only fifteen percent contained. Meet the young girl who found her role model on the soccer field.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

Parts of the southeast being impacted by wildfires are a warzone tonight. JazzFest in New Orleans is the nation's largest Jazz Festival and became a target of an alleged mass shooting plot that's been foiled. And, a mom in California could go to prison for up to six years for the actions of her teenage son.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

Dangerous wildfires are ripping through parts of the southeast prompting evacuations and destroying homes. The Trump administration is working on a possible bailout plan to prevent Spirit Airlines from going out of business. And, the parents of a Loyola University student that was gunned down are speaking out for the first time.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

President Trump has agreed to give the peace talks with Iran a chance, prior to him unleashing new attacks. A Florida Congresswoman is the latest lawmaker to step down amidst allegations of ethics violations. And, Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

The next round of US Iran peace talks are now in serious doubts as the ceasefire is set to expire in just 48 hours. There are new developments in President Trump's global trade war after the Supreme Court ruled his move to impose tariffs was unconstitutional. Southern California authorities have officially charged artist D4vd with murder following the discovery a 14-year-old girl's body in his car last year.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

President Trump's latest comments on the Strait of Hormuz and the naval blockade that remains. The global jet fuel shortage that's impacting Europe and could hurt your travel planning this summer. And, Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" with an update on a boy who learned that his birthday isn't all about him.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

President Trump announces a possible ceasefire in the works between Hezbollah and Israel, citing that there's a good chance for a peace deal with Iran. Police in Virginia say former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax died after he shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself. Two years after a failed merger with JetBlue, there are public reports that Spirit Airlines could be going under within days.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

A New York jury ruled on Wednesday that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster unit operated as an illegal monopoly, handing dozens of states an important legal win against the ticketing giant. More than 50 million Americans under alert tonight as severe storms slam the central U.S., leaving a trail of destruction. Two NYPD detectives are under investigation after a video showing them violently arresting a man inside a Brooklyn liquor store during an undercover drug sting.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

Monster storms, devastating tornadoes rip through the plains and Midwest. New accusations against Eric Swalwell. A woman saying he choked and raped her. And our exclusive interview with two of his accusers, breaking their silence for the first time. And, first on CBS, our interview with the husband of that American woman who has been missing for more than a week.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2026

Pope Leo and President Trump, two of the most powerful people on the planet who can shape history with what they say, are now speaking about each other and it's getting ugly. President Trump still hopes to force Iran to fully re-open the Strait of Hormuz by temporarily blocking its ports. After multiple investigations for alleged sexual misconduct and assault, members of both sides of the aisle are calling for California Congressman Eric Swalwell to step down.

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2026

The Orion capsule is making its way home tonight. Mark Strassmann has all the coverage of this epic journey from Misson Control. President Trump issues new threats while Iran makes new demands ahead of the high-level peace talks. Ed O'Keefe reports the latest as the fragile ceasefire continues to hold. Inflation has shot up by over three percent, to the highest level in almost two years, making it the largest monthly increase since the government starting tracking prices. Senior Business Correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more on how the war in Iran is impacting your wallet.

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2026

Melania Trump says she was not a victim of Jeffrey Epstein and had no knowledge of his crimes. Hope fades that the ceasefire in the Middle East will last the full two weeks. And a CBS News exclusive, a U.S. soldier who survived that deadly Iranian drone strike in Kuwait says the unit was unprepared to defend itself.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

Israel launches large offensive against Hezbollah amid Iran ceasefire; California warehouse employee arrested for allegedly starting massive fire.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2026

President Trump announces a two week ceasefire with Iran on social media. Elizabeth Palmer reports on what citizens inside Iran are thinking tonight and how they're preparing for another escalation of the war. It's been 150 years since the first phone call from space was received on Earth. Today, another phone call between the Artemis crew and the International Space Station, representing the first "Alexander Graham Bell" moment. Mark Strassmann is covering it all, including the awe-inspiring views from the moon.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

President Trump's threat to blow "everything up" if Iran won't make a deal hangs over new ceasefire bid. Artemis II astronauts made history Monday as they passed the Apollo 13 distance record of 248,655 miles from Earth, which was set in 1970. The parents of a toddler are facing child endangerment charges after the 17-month-old stuck his hand into a wolf enclosure and was injured at a zoo in Pennsylvania.

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2026

An American fighter jet downed over Iran and one crew member has already been found. Last summer the TSA removed its longstanding "shoes off" policy, but now there's a demand to bring it back. And, Artemis II has left Earth's orbit and has started its final push towards the moon.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2026

Pam Bondi out as U.S. Attorney General. Artemis II in orbit and at a crossroads. Do they go to the next leg around the moon or stay close to Earth? And, a 13-year-old girl, missing since 1994, found alive more than 30 years later.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2026

President Trump and the war with Iran. His primetime address to the nation. Lift off for Artemis II, America's first moon mission in more than half a century. And, a surprise at the Supreme Court today as the battle over birthright citizenship comes before the justices.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2026

Gas prices hit $4 a gallon nationwide, all of it tied to the war with Iran. Jamie Dimon, CEO of JP Morgan Chase , sat down with anchor Tony Dokoupil to discuss a whole range of issues related to the current state of the economy. And, the latest from the NASA administrator as the countdown to tomorrow's planned Artemis II launch continues on schedule.

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2026

President Trump threatens to obliterate Iran's energy sector as U.S. special operations troops arrive in the region. TSA workers finally getting paid, as the White House finds a way to bypass Congress. And, the countdown to the launch of NASA's Artemis II for a nine-day trip around the moon and back.

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2026

President Trump signed an order to pay TSA employees as soon as Monday, after a deal that sought to do the same stalled in Congress. An hour earlier, House Speaker Mike Johnson rejected a Senate-passed bill to fund TSA and most of Homeland Security. Golf legend Tiger Woods was involved in a rollover vehicle crash in Jupiter, Florida, on Friday afternoon. Iran-linked hackers on Friday claimed they had accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email inbox, publishing photographs of the ‌director and other documents to the internet. The DOJ today confirmed there has been a breach.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2026

The runway where an Air Canada jet plowed into a fire truck reopened today as federal investigators release video showing how devastating the collusion was. A Florida man and his sister have been charged in connection with the explosive device found outside MacDill Air Force Base. And, whether you're traveling for spring break or for fun, be prepared for some of the highest wait times at airport security in history.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2026

A second landmark verdict for the tech giant Meta in two days. The world's largest social media company is being told that they owe millions in damages. On day 40 of the government shutdown, the acting head of the TSA warned that the staffing shortage is close to threatening public safety. And, it's opening day for Major League Baseball. Thanks to new high-tech umps, both batters and pitchers can challenge balls and strikes on the field.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2026