Harriet Tubman museum in NJ committed to preserving history after temporary removal from website
Philadelphia-area cultural organizations like the Harriet Tubman Museum of New Jersey in Cape May are working to preserve the country's history.
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Victims in Hudson River chopper crash
Six people, including three children, died after a helicopter crashed into New York and New Jersey's Hudson River on Thursday afternoon. CBS News New York correspondent Bradley Blackburn reports.
Helicopter crashes into Hudson River near NYC
A helicopter has crashed into the Hudson River between New York and New Jersey. Police say at least one person is dead.
N.J. shop provides employment opportunities for people with autism
A New Jersey business is helping people with autism find meaningful employment when they often struggle to find work.
Mahmoud Khalil's legal case will play out in New Jersey, judge rules
A federal judge has rejected a Trump administration bid to move Mahmoud Khalil's legal case to Louisiana.
New football team in N.J. is "like watching female Avengers"
The Jersey Shore Wave is the newest Women's National Football Conference expansion team at Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson, New Jersey.
Her sudden pain was an aortic tear. An iPhone ultrasound saved her life.
Sara Adair knew she was at risk for a life-threatening aortic dissection after her father and sister experienced the same deadly condition.
Measles outbreaks confirmed in 3 states
Fifteen states across the U.S. are now reporting cases of the measles, with Texas, New Mexico and New Jersey considered to have outbreaks. On Tuesday, California, Vermont and Oklahoma reported new cases of the deadly virus. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports.
Man tried to sneak turtle through airport security in his pants, TSA says
A man attempted to bring an invasive red-ear slider turtle through security at Newark Liberty International Airport, officials said.
Kingda Ka rollercoaster imploded
It's the end of an era for thrill seekers as an iconic roller coaster in the world is imploded at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey. Kingda Ka was once the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world. Here's a look at its legacy.
Generative AI's impact in the classroom
The use of generative AI in schools is causing a divide in classrooms across the country. While some teachers embrace its use, others are banning it. AI for Education CEO Amanda Bickerstaff and professor James Taylor from the College of New Jersey join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss their different viewpoints.
Honoring Black Civil War soldiers buried in Camden's historic Butler Cemetery
At the corner of Charles Street and Ferry Avenue in Camden, a New Jersey pastor has made it his mission to honor the Black Civil War soldiers buried in Butler Cemetery.
Grandmother-to-be never smoked but got lung cancer. She turned to a cutting-edge option
Allison Ciaccio had a respiratory illness that wouldn't go away. Repeated follow-ups found Stage I lung cancer.
Menendez after sentencing: "Trump is right"
A federal judge on Wednesday sentenced former Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey to 11 years in prison in his bribery case. A jury convicted Menendez in 2024 on 16 felony counts. CBS News political reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman has the details.
How Bob Menendez could appeal prison sentence
A federal judge sentenced former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez to 11 years in prison in his corruption case on Wednesday. A jury convicted the Democrat in July 2024 on charges he accepted bribes in exchange for using his political power to aid the Egyptian government. CBS News political reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman has more. (Editor's note: The judge first ordered Menendez to report to prison within 72 hours, but later delayed the start of his sentence to June 6, so that he could attend his wife's trial.)
Former N.J. Sen. Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison
Former New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez was sentenced Wednesday on 16 counts of bribery, extortion, conspiracy and obstruction of justice.
Woman with ALS explains decision to die with medical assistance
MAID is currently legal in 10 states and Washington, D.C., but eight other states are considering similar laws this year.
Mystery drones seen across U.S. were authorized by FAA, White House says
People speculated about the source of the drone sightings along the East Coast for weeks late last year.
Trump's statement on New Jersey drones
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt issued a statement on behalf of President Trump on the drones seen over New Jersey in 2024. Mr. Trump said the drones seen in large numbers were authorized to fly by the FAA for research and "various other reasons."
Newark mayor speaks out against ICE raid
Newark, New Jersey, Mayor Ras Baraka said Friday he was appalled by news of an ICE raid at a work site in his city. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi has more.
Democratic attorneys general on Trump policy
More than 20 states have sued the Trump administration over the president's executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett spoke with the Democratic attorneys general of Michigan, New Jersey and Nevada before Trump's inauguration about his pledge to tackle immigration policy.
4 teens swap smartphones for flip phones
Smartphones are now ubiquitous, even among teenagers, But CBS News asked four eighth graders in New Jersey to trade theirs in for flip phones for one week. Meg Oliver shares how the change affected their day-to-day lives.
6-year-old goes viral during national anthem before Birds' playoff win
Karson Baytops and his serious love for the Eagles has garnered more than 600,000 views on social media.
Drone expert unpacks mysterious sightings
A string of drone sightings across parts of the Northeast has prompted federal officials to ban drone flights temporarily in 22 towns throughout New Jersey and some neighborhoods around airports in New York City. Michael Innella, drone photographer and founder of North Jersey Drone Shots, joins CBS News to discuss the logistics behind the aircraft.
Officials say mystery drones are not tracking missing radioactive material
The viral theory circulated even after the material was recovered last week.
2 Israeli Embassy staff shot and killed outside Jewish Museum in D.C.
Yechiel Leiter, Israeli ambassador to the U.S., told reporters the two victims were a couple about to become engaged.
Vote on GOP budget bill may come within hours, as leaders try to win over holdouts
President Trump met with holdouts again Wednesday as leaders ramp up their efforts to push the bill over its last hurdle in the Rules Committee.
Some Afrikaners say Trump is being lied to about a "White genocide"
President Trump has singled out White Afrikaner farmers for U.S. refugee status, claiming they're persecuted in South Africa. But most people there say it's simply not true.
Trump, South African president have tense exchange in White House meeting
President Trump confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who pushed back on claims about White genocide in South Africa.
Judge says DHS violated order with attempted South Sudan deportations
DHS officials said the eight men were in the U.S. illegally from Cuba, Laos, Mexico, Myanmar, South Sudan and Vietnam, and all had criminal convictions.
U.S. Institute of Peace leaders regain control of HQ after DOGE takeover
A dramatic standoff between the U.S. Institute of Peace and the Trump administration ended this week, with a federal judge ruling the government's efforts to dismantle the think tank were illegal.
Jim Irsay, Indianapolis Colts owner, dies at 65
Jim Irsay, the owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, died Wednesday at the age of 65, the team said in a statement.
Senate GOP set to revoke California's car emissions standards
Senate Republicans could vote this week to take away California's ability to impose tough limits on car emissions — a move Democrats call unprecedented.
FEMA rescinds strategic plan less than 2 weeks before hurricane season
One FEMA official described the strategic plan as the agency's "organizational backbone," saying, "Without it, there are just a bunch of offices doing whatever they feel like doing."
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2 Israeli Embassy staff shot and killed outside Jewish Museum in D.C.
Yechiel Leiter, Israeli ambassador to the U.S., told reporters the two victims were a couple about to become engaged.
Florida food banks feel the sting of DOGE cuts
The White House's Department of Government Efficiency has cut funding for about $1 billion worth of USDA programs.
Job program for the formerly incarcerated tackles trucking industry shortage
The industry is currently facing a shortage of about 60,000 drivers, according to the American Trucking Association.
FEMA rescinds strategic plan less than 2 weeks before hurricane season
One FEMA official described the strategic plan as the agency's "organizational backbone," saying, "Without it, there are just a bunch of offices doing whatever they feel like doing."
Jim Irsay, Indianapolis Colts owner, dies at 65
Jim Irsay, the owner and CEO of the Indianapolis Colts, died Wednesday at the age of 65, the team said in a statement.
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Here's how to save money on your summer vacation, despite rising prices
Some travel expenses are up, but there are still ways to save money on your summer vacation.
Judge scraps rules requiring employers to offer time off for abortions
Federal judge strikes down government regulations requiring most U.S. employers to accommodate workers for abortions.
What is AI Mode, Google's new artificial intelligence search tech?
Google is making more upgrades to its search engine with the addition of the AI Mode feature.
iPhone designer Jony Ive joining OpenAI as part of $6.5 billion deal
Jony Ive, the famed designer behind iconic Apple products, will join OpenAI to create devices with generative artificial intelligence capability.
Stock market falls sharply after Target reports sales drop
Stocks tumbled Wednesday amid signs that tariffs are weighing on consumer spending and investor concerns about the U.S. fiscal outlook.
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Senate GOP set to revoke California's car emissions standards
Senate Republicans could vote this week to take away California's ability to impose tough limits on car emissions — a move Democrats call unprecedented.
Florida food banks feel the sting of DOGE cuts
The White House's Department of Government Efficiency has cut funding for about $1 billion worth of USDA programs.
FEMA rescinds strategic plan less than 2 weeks before hurricane season
One FEMA official described the strategic plan as the agency's "organizational backbone," saying, "Without it, there are just a bunch of offices doing whatever they feel like doing."
U.S. Institute of Peace leaders regain control of HQ after DOGE takeover
A dramatic standoff between the U.S. Institute of Peace and the Trump administration ended this week, with a federal judge ruling the government's efforts to dismantle the think tank were illegal.
Some Afrikaners say Trump is being lied to about a "White genocide"
President Trump has singled out White Afrikaner farmers for U.S. refugee status, claiming they're persecuted in South Africa. But most people there say it's simply not true.
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FDA expands COVID vaccine warning about possible side effect
The FDA is requiring COVID vaccine makers Pfizer and Moderna to update their warnings about the possible risk of myocarditis and pericarditis.
Texas lawmakers advance bill to clarify medical exceptions under restrictive abortion law
Texas lawmakers advanced a bill Wednesday to clarify medical exceptions under one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the U.S.,
Disabled students say they feel left behind in emergencies
From fires to tornadoes to potential violence inside schools, millions of public school children with disabilities fear they will be left behind in emergency situations.
RFK Jr. tells farmers, GOP not to worry about his report targeting pesticides
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to release a report Thursday on how pesticides and other issues may be linked to childhood chronic diseases.
Biden's last prostate cancer blood test was in 2014, spokesperson says
Former President Joe Biden — who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer — got his last blood test for the cancer over a decade ago.
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Some Afrikaners say Trump is being lied to about a "White genocide"
President Trump has singled out White Afrikaner farmers for U.S. refugee status, claiming they're persecuted in South Africa. But most people there say it's simply not true.
Pentagon says it accepted Boeing jet from Qatar to be used for Trump
The Defense Department says it has accepted a Boeing jet from Qatar that will be retrofitted and used to transport President Trump.
U.S., Italy unite to recover remains of missing American WWII soldiers
The U.S. and Italy signed a deal to bolster efforts to recover the remains of American soldiers who went missing in action during World War II.
Trump, South African president have tense exchange in White House meeting
President Trump confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who pushed back on claims about White genocide in South Africa.
Pro-Russia former Ukrainian politician reportedly gunned down in Spain
Andriy Portnov, a pro-Russian former politician from Ukraine who was sanctioned by the U.S., was reportedly gunned down outside his kids' school in Madrid.
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Former CIA disguise chief reveals what "Mission: Impossible" gets right
Former CIA chief of disguise Jonna Mendez says the iconic mask tech from "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning" isn't just Hollywood fiction.
Simon Pegg and Pom Klementieff on wrapping their "Mission: Impossible" journey
Simon Pegg and Pom Klementieff say goodbye to the "Mission: Impossible" franchise reflecting on their final scenes and the bond they built.
Is the spy tech in Mission: Impossible real?
Jonna Mendez, former CIA chief of disguise, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" for Mission: Impossible Week to answer the question, how close is Hollywood to real-world espionage?
Simon Pegg, Pom Klementieff on new movie
Simon Pegg and Pom Klementieff reprise their roles as Benji and Paris in "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning," with Klementieff's character seeking revenge against her former boss.
Matchmaker Maria shares dating advice
Maria Avgitidis, also known as "Matchmaker Maria," offers her signature no-nonsense relationship advice in her debut book, "Ask a Matchmaker: Matchmaker Maria's No-Nonsense Guide to Finding Love."
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iPhone designer Jony Ive joining OpenAI as part of $6.5 billion deal
Jony Ive, the famed designer behind iconic Apple products, will join OpenAI to create devices with generative artificial intelligence capability.
How to deal with AI coming for your job
Fiverr CEO Micha Kaufman recently warned his employees about the impact of artificial intelligence on their jobs. Kaufman joins CBS News with more on his tips to beat the AI curve.
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.
Half of states now have laws that ban or regulate cellphones in schools
Bills have sprinted through legislatures this year in states as varied as New York and Oklahoma, reflecting a broad consensus that phones are bad for kids.
Survey finds teachers increasingly use AI
As many students face criticism and punishment for using artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT for assignments, new reporting shows that many instructors are increasingly using those same programs. New York Times technology reporter Kashmir Hill joins the "Daily Report" to discuss her piece on the topic.
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Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Custom gene therapy saves infant
Baby KJ Muldoon was born with a rare genetic condition that is often fatal, but doctors used custom CRISPR gene therapy to target the exact mutation in his DNA. His family shares their emotional journey in their first TV interview with CBS News.
Richard Garwin, a designer of the first hydrogen bomb, dies at 97
Garwin advised several presidents published more than 500 papers and was granted 47 U.S. patents.
Universe will die "much sooner than expected," researchers say
The universe is poised to die much faster than previously thought, according to new research by Dutch scientists.
Some U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
A new study shows the land under some of the largest cities in the U.S. is sinking. "Land subsidence" is the gradual setting or sudden sinking of the Earth's surface, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Manoochehr Shirzaei, a co-author of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Two Israeli Embassy employees killed in D.C.
Authorities provided an update on the shooting that killed two Israeli Embassy employees outside of the Capital Jewish Museum near an FBI office on Wednesday night. Police said the suspect, Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, was arrested by museum security and chanted, "free, free Palestine," while in custody.
2 Israeli Embassy staff shot and killed outside Jewish Museum in D.C.
Yechiel Leiter, Israeli ambassador to the U.S., told reporters the two victims were a couple about to become engaged.
Fire that destroyed historic Clayborn Temple in Memphis was intentional
The fire that destroyed the Clayborn Temple, a historic Black church in downtown Memphis with ties to Martin Luther King Jr., was intentionally set, investigators said Wednesday.
Louisiana police catch fifth escaped inmate
Louisiana State Police captured another one of the ten inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail on Thursday. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more details.
Kid Cudi to testify in "Diddy" trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial continued on Wednesday with testimony from his former assistant, a Homeland Security special agent and a psychologist. Rapper Kid Cudi is expected to testify on Thursday. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.
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NASA's Mars Perseverance's snaps new selfie with a Martian dust devil
The latest selfie by NASA's Perseverance rover at Mars has captured an unexpected guest: a Martian dust devil.
Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Webb telescope captures images of Jupiter's auroras in stunning detail
Jupiter's stunning auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth, as pictured in new images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.
May's full flower moon appears today. Here's how and when to see it.
May's full flower moon will light up the night sky.
Soviet-era spacecraft plunges back to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit
Kosmos 482 was launched by the then-Soviet Union in 1972 as part of a series of missions bound for Venus. But this one never made it out of orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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Two Israeli Embassy employees killed in D.C.
Authorities provided an update on the shooting that killed two Israeli Embassy employees outside of the Capital Jewish Museum near an FBI office on Wednesday night. Police said the suspect, Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, was arrested by museum security and chanted, "free, free Palestine," while in custody.
Study: Increasing hurricane damage likely
Less than two weeks from the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, a new study says wind-related hurricane damage for homeowners living in southeastern coastal states could rise substantially in the coming decades. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Police say two more arrested over jailbreak
Louisiana State Police say two more people have been arrested for allegedly helping some of the 10 inmates who escaped from a jail last week. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more details.
Reporter's Notebook: Message behind Qatar's gift
When one country gives another country a gift, they're also sending a message -- about values, influence, the terms of a relationship. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Lead paint crisis unfolding in Milwaukee schools
A lead paint crisis in Milwaukee's aging public schools has forced the city to close some schools -- four of those have still not reopened. Meanwhile, testing has uncovered some children have been exposed to high levels of lead. Milwaukee Health Commissioner Mike Totoraitis joins to discuss.