How a refugee turned trauma into triumph
A refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo escaped amid tragedy and violence to build a new life in the U.S.
Beg-Knows America
How Illinois' first lady and Willette Benford give second chances to women leaving prison
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows how Willette Benford, who spent 24 years in prison, is working with Illinois first lady M.K. Pritzker to help those exiting the criminal justice system.
Utah girl gifted life-changing bionic arm from stranger pays it forward
A 9-year-old's mission to get a bionic arm led to a story about the power of kindness — and an inspiring new friendship.
Dog abandoned in Hurricane Milton floodwaters beats cancer
CBS News contributor David Begnaud gives an update on how Trooper, a dog abandoned during Hurricane Milton, overcame new challenges, including a fight against cancer.
High school football player succeeds on field despite size
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows how a high school football player's big heart and work ethic helped him to succeed on the field despite his size.
High school students rescue man who fell on train tracks
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows how three teens at a high school in Iowa jumped into action to help save a man they saw struggling after he fell on train tracks.
How a man in a tiny town draws thousands of carolers at Christmas
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows how a defunct general store in Nora, South Dakota, which has a population of just two people, spreads holiday cheer each Christmas.
Beloved dog rescued from Hurricane Milton finds forever home
"CBS Mornings" contributor David Begnaud shows how Trooper got a second chance with a couple who share a longstanding connection with his breed.
Bestselling author explains the science of happiness: "You can do the work"
Bestselling author and Harvard professor Arthur Brooks opens up about how enjoyment, satisfaction and meaning in life can increase a person's wellbeing.
How two California men were united by patriotism and a weathered flag
A weathered American flag outside 66-year-old Napoleon Fuller's Menifee, California home connected him with a Vietnam veteran. That connection gave him a renewed sense of pride.
Two men find purpose on Chattanooga's Walnut Street Bridge
In a 48-hour journey through Chattanooga, CBS News contributor David Begnaud found two men whose stories of compassion and self-expression reveal the power of human connection.
Dog saved from Hurricane Milton floodwaters reunited with rescuer
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shows how a dog rescued just before Hurricane Milton hit Florida is inspiring others to foster and adopt animals.
How twins who grew up in foster care are paying it forward
Cherry and Sherry Wilmore are known in their hometown of Houma, Louisiana, as "everybody's favorite twins."
Stranger spent 5 months searching for person who lost $500: "It wasn't mine."
After misplacing $500 from a football pool win, Greg Thow got a life-changing call from a woman who spent months searching for him to return the lost money.
Steve Gleason gets candid about ALS and the moment that saved his life
Former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason and his wife Michel talk about how ALS has changed their lives, relive his legendary 2006 punt block and more in an interview with David Begnaud.
Meeet "Trash the Clown," unconventional hero cleaning up her hometown
A Port Huron mom, known as "Trash the Clown," is cleaning up her city one bag at a time and inspiring community involvement.
Dear David: Stories of triumph that inspire perseverance and compassion
CBS News contributor David Begnaud shares inspiring stories of perseverance and compassion.
Teen caught graffitiing finds unexpected support from Sioux Falls mayor
Jaden Brunz, an 18-year-old artist, turned a risky graffiti project into a promising opportunity with the help of Sioux Falls Mayor Paul TenHaken.
David Begnaud honors his former teacher who's retiring after decades of teaching
CBS News contributor David Begnaud surprises his former teacher and mentor, who has made an impact on countless lives through her decades in the classroom.
Tulane University students design, build tiny home for man in need
For 10 months, students at Tulane University worked to design and build a tiny home for a member of their community in need. The home is just 440 square feet, but its impact is immeasurable.
Man's simple greeting every school morning leaves lasting impact
Dick Kazan is dedicated to sharing a simple message that makes a big difference in people's daily lives, but he didn't always have that perspective.
Social media sensation Judge Frank Caprio on cancer diagnosis, courtroom lessons
Through his actions and words, Judge Frank Caprio has shown that compassion and kindness can make a significant difference in people's lives.
11-year-old turns lawn mowing dreams into reality
Now 11 years old, Quentin Hines Jr. started his lawn care journey when he was just 8.
U.S.
How to watch Gayle King's flight to space today
"CBS Mornings" Gayle King and her five crew members are getting ready to suit up for their spaceflight on Monday with a launch window of 9:30 a.m. ET from West Texas.
Ex-LSU receiver Kyren Lacy dies in apparent suicide during police pursuit
The sheriff's office in Harrison County, Texas, says former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after a vehicle pursuit.
Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
Teen charged with parents' murders is accused in Trump assassination plot
A Wisconsin teen charged in his parents' murders allegedly killed them to "obtain the financial means" to assassinate President Trump and overthrow the government.
Former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy dead at age 24
Former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy, who was facing criminal charges stemming from a fatal car accident in December, has died at age 24, a university athletics spokesman said.
Trump, Xi "don't have any plans" to speak, trade representative says
U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer said President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping "don't have any plans" to speak amid an escalating trade war between the two countries.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 13, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer and former top FDA official Dr. Peter Marks join Margaret Brennan.
President Trump sits cageside at Miami UFC event
President Donald Trump was in Miami for his latest appearance at a sports event as he watched UFC fighters and was joined by several Cabinet members and top administration officials.
Former top health official criticizes RFK Jr. for downplaying measles deaths
Dr. Peter Marks said that the deaths of unvaccinated children is "just not acceptable."
U.S.
More U.S.
How to watch Gayle King's flight to space today
"CBS Mornings" Gayle King and her five crew members are getting ready to suit up for their spaceflight on Monday with a launch window of 9:30 a.m. ET from West Texas.
Ex-LSU receiver Kyren Lacy dies in apparent suicide during police pursuit
The sheriff's office in Harrison County, Texas, says former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after a vehicle pursuit.
Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy won a sudden-death playoff to finally win the Masters and take his place in golf history as the sixth player to claim the career Grand Slam.
Teen charged with parents' murders is accused in Trump assassination plot
A Wisconsin teen charged in his parents' murders allegedly killed them to "obtain the financial means" to assassinate President Trump and overthrow the government.
Former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy dead at age 24
Former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy, who was facing criminal charges stemming from a fatal car accident in December, has died at age 24, a university athletics spokesman said.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Trump tariff plans bring wide concern about financial impact — CBS News poll
President Trump's approvals on economy and inflation dip, as Wall Street has one of its most volatile weeks in recent years.
Prize money at the Masters golf tournament goes up by $1 million
The winner of the Masters will receive $4.2 million and the signature green jacket.
U.S. exempts smartphones, computers from global Trump tariffs
The exemptions, published late Friday in a notice by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office, cover various electronic goods, including smartphones.
Los Angeles-area residents crowdsource wildfire contamination data
Some people whose homes survived the Eaton wildfire in January are struggling to convince their insurers to test their properties for safety.
U.S. consumer sentiment plunges in April as trade war fuels anxiety
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Politics
More Politics
Trump, Xi "don't have any plans" to speak, trade representative says
U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer said President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping "don't have any plans" to speak amid an escalating trade war between the two countries.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 13, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer and former top FDA official Dr. Peter Marks join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 13, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 13, 2025.
Transcript: Rep. Ro Khanna on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 13, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Ro Khanna, Democrat of California, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 13, 2025.
Transcript: Minneapolis Fed president Neel Kashkari on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 13, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Neel Kashkari, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 13, 2025.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
HealthWatch
Ex-FDA official: RFK Jr.'s autism claims could give "people false hope"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed Friday that new research will find the cause of the "autism epidemic" by September. Dr. Peter Marks, the former top vaccines official at the Food and Drug Administration, warns on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "giving people false hope is something you should never do."
Former top health official criticizes RFK Jr. for downplaying measles deaths
Dr. Peter Marks said that the deaths of unvaccinated children is "just not acceptable."
How HHS cuts could affect physical, mental health
In his first network TV interview since becoming Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sat down with Dr. Jon LaPook. Kennedy said he was not familiar with cuts to programs that could have a devastating impact on infectious diseases and mental health.
After amputation, losing more of her leg was the only way to help her walk
Dr. Omri Ayalon helped Tracey White recover her ability to walk. Then he joined her for a milestone moment.
FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
World
More World
Ban on music glorifying cartels sparks violence, chaos at concert
Luis R. Conriquez and his band were forced to flee the stage after saying he had been banned by the government from singing "narcocorridos" music.
Renowned Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa dies at the age of 89
Mario Vargas Llosa, a Nobel literature laureate who challenged Peru's powerful military in the early 1960s, has died at 89 surrounded by family, his children say.
Russian missiles hit kill 34 in Ukraine amid Palm Sunday celebrations
The strikes from two Russian ballistic missiles killed at least 34 people, including two children, and wounded about 117 in the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy.
Israeli strike destroys part of hospital in Gaza City
The Diocese of Jerusalem, which runs Al-Ahili hospital, said the medical building has been hit five times since the start of the war in November 2023
Convalescing Pope Francis opens Holy Week with appearance at St. Peter's Square
The Argentinian pope is entering his fourth week of convalescence during which doctors have advised him to avoid crowds.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Aaron Carter doc gives raw look into family's journey with addiction, loss
"The Carters: Hurts to Love You," directed by Soleil Moon Frye, is an intimate look at a family thrust into the spotlight.
Cheech and Chong: Older and wiser
The comedy duo Richard Anthony "Cheech" Marin and Thomas Chong made their names and fortunes playing laid-back potheads. Now 78 and 86, respectively, they're back on movie screens in "Cheech and Chong's Last Movie" (which may not be an accurate title). The best buds talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about their legacy.
Meet the "grandfluencers"
After Diane Shiffer retired from working as an educator and social worker, she took on a new calling: as a social media "grandfluencer." Known on TikTok as YourChubbyVintageNana, she now has nearly two million followers across platforms, as she goes all-in on "the Nana vibe." Correspondent Faith Salie talks with Shiffer, and with Barbara Costello, of Brunch With Babs, both part of a growing number of older content creators who are finding audiences and post-retirement careers in social media.
Tetris' global success
Tetris is one of the best-known video games of all time — but that wasn't always the case. Video game publisher Henk Rogers recounts the game's journey to success and his own personal experiences with it in his new book "The Perfect Game."
Author Jennifer Weiner talks new novel
Jennifer Weiner has penned 22 books, and her latest, "The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits," tells the story of a former pop duo trying to find their way back to each other. Weiner's novels are known for complex, strong, relatable protagonists, and her characters leap off the page. She sat down with Dana Jacobson to talk about her career and newest book.
Technology
More Technology
Technology
Trump exempts some electronics from tariffs
President Trump retreated a bit in his trade war with China on Friday, exempting smartphones, computers and other electronics from the hefty tariffs. The move is a relief for companies like Apple and consumers who are concerned about how tariffs could affect prices. Willie James Inman has the details.
Tech CEO allegedly defrauded investors lured by AI of $40 million, feds say
The nate app was not powered by advanced AI technology at all, but by human workers, according to the indictment.
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.
iPhones likely to cost more amid tariffs
President Trump's tariffs on China could make Apple iPhones more expensive. China announced Friday it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125% after Mr. Trump increased reciprocal tariffs on some Chinese products to 145%. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram reports.
Apple airlifts iPhones out of India to avoid Trump tariffs, report says
Apple's move to avoid China tariffs had been in the works for months, according to report citing Indian government officials.
Science
More Science
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
Crime
More Crime
Ban on music glorifying cartels sparks violence, chaos at concert
Luis R. Conriquez and his band were forced to flee the stage after saying he had been banned by the government from singing "narcocorridos" music.
Ex-LSU receiver Kyren Lacy dies in apparent suicide during police pursuit
The sheriff's office in Harrison County, Texas, says former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after a vehicle pursuit.
Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Co-worker: Gilgo murders suspect unnerved her by tracking her down on a cruise
Exclusive details about the NYC architect accused of being the Long Island serial killer, his life and how he may have been hiding in plain sight for more than a decade.
Tech CEO allegedly defrauded investors lured by AI of $40 million, feds say
The nate app was not powered by advanced AI technology at all, but by human workers, according to the indictment.
Space
More Space
How to watch Gayle King's flight to space today
"CBS Mornings" Gayle King and her five crew members are getting ready to suit up for their spaceflight on Monday with a launch window of 9:30 a.m. ET from West Texas.
Gayle King's last preparations for space trip
The countdown is on to the first all-female spaceflight as a Blue Origin rocket gets set for launch Monday. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King will be among the crew making history. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports and CBS News meteorologist Andrew Kozak has a check of the forecast for the launch.
Gayle King, all-female crew get ready to blast off into space Monday
Gayle King, Lauren Sanchez and four other women will blast off into space Monday for an 11-minute trip into space. Mark Strassmann on the historic liftoff.
Gayle King prepares for Blue Origin launch
Blue Origin's latest flight will become the first mission to have an all-female crew in space in just two days. Aboard the ship will be "CBS Mornings" host Gayle King. Co-host Vlad Duthiers opened up about how King is feeling ahead of the launch.
Gayle King prepares for Blue Origin space flight
CBS Mornings host Gayle King is preparing to blast off into space Monday on board a historic all-female Blue Origin space flight. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassman reports.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
"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.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
Aaron Carter's sister on their "twin bond"
"There's a life lesson within this," says Aaron Carter's twin sister Angel in a new two-part documentary, "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," streaming Tuesday, April 15, only on Paramount+. She talks about the "twin bond" she had with her late brother and shares what she wants people to remember about him.
Aaron Carter's twin sister on his childhood
Aaron Carter's twin sister is Angel says the late singer faced immense pressure as a child star and sometimes "he just wanted to come home and play and be a kid." Stream the new two-part documentary, "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," on Tuesday, April 15, only on Paramount+.
Nick Carter describes the dark side of fame
Siblings Angel and Nick Carter sat down for an intimate chat about their struggles with fame and the pressure on their family in the two-part documentary "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," streaming Tuesday, April 15, only on Paramount+.
New doc shares home videos of Aaron Carter
A new two-part documentary, "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," shares rare childhood home videos of Aaron Carter and his siblings. Here's a sneak peek from the episodes, streaming Tuesday, April 15, only on Paramount+.
MIT graduate and family from Weston killed in plane crash in upstate New York
Karenna Groff, her boyfriend, her parents, her brother and her brother's girlfriend were all killed in the plane crash on Saturday, a relative confirmed late Sunday night. WBZ-TV's Logan Hall reports.