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Ex-NFL star Mark Sanchez faces criminal charges in alleged assault

Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez has been charged with battery, intoxication, and unlawful entry after allegedly attacking a 69-year-old truck driver in Indianapolis. The driver stabbed Sanchez in self-defense, believing his life was ...

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U.S. military presence at southern border angers hunters, hikers

President Trump has thrust the U.S. military into a critical role deterring illegal crossings into this country at the southern border. As Charlie D'Agata reports, their presence is having unintended consequences.

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Second life for California trees burned in wildfires

From the ashes of January's Los Angeles wildfires, a story of renewal. Carter Evans shows how a new program is using destroyed trees to rebuild.

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As government shutdown continues, both sides dig in

With the shutdown of the federal government extending into its second week, negotiations are at a standstill, as both Republicans and Democrats believe they have the upper hand.

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No signs of compromise as government shutdown continues

The government shutdown reached its fourth day on Saturday. The Senate on Friday went home after another failed vote to keep the government open. Willie James Inman has the latest.

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Protests in Portland as National Guard mobilizes

Tensions are high in Portland, Oregon, as National Guardsmen could possibly be deployed there as early as this weekend. Federal agents and demonstrators squared off again, but Portland's mayor and chief of police say they don't need the ...

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Two children killed in shooting near Houston

Two children are dead and two more were critically injured in a shooting on Saturday. It happened about 20 miles south of Houston. Karen Hua reports.

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Dozens of U.S. hospitals at risk for flooding

When Hurricane Helene slammed the southeastern U.S. last year, Unicoi County, Tennessee, was hit especially hard, losing their hospital. CBS News' David Schecter investigates how the loss revealed more U.S. hospitals at risk.

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DOJ demands Apple remove ICEBlock app from store

The Department of Justice is claiming responsibility for the removal of the ICEBlock app from the Apple store, stirring debate over the government's role in free enterprise.

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Questions arise after ICE arrests Iowa school superintendent

The superintendent of Iowa's largest public school district was detained by ICE last week, raising questions about his background. Ian Roberts, who was hired in 2023, has a history of criminal charges and wasn't in the U.S. legally, auth...

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The firefighter who went viral by sharing his fear

When Avion Anderson had to complete a ropes course at firefighter training in Houston, Texas, he decided to be open about his dislike of heights — going viral for expressing his fear — and still powering through the course.

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to more than 4 years in prison

Sean "Diddy" Combs was sentenced to 50 months in prison on Friday for prostitution-related charges. Combs' legal team and children pleaded with the judge for a lower sentence, and the disgraced music mogul became emotional as he was sent...

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Why plummeting piano sales might be a good thing

For a long time, the piano was one of the first instruments U.S. children learned to play, but in 2025, less people are buying pianos for their homes. "CBS Saturday Morning" discovers why decreased sales might not be a bad thing.

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Shutdown continues as federal workers fear mass layoffs

Democratic and Republican lawmakers remain at odds over federal funding, and federal workers are fearing mass layoffs during the government shutdown.

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Pudge the cat steals the show at Bowling Green football games

The football team at Bowling Green State University was down on its luck and in bad need of change, when along came a kitty catalyst.

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Americans reveal their thoughts on political violence

Americans overwhelmingly say political violence is unacceptable, but they expect it to be on the rise in the next few years. New CBS News polling takes a look at how Americans feel about it.

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Costco now selling weight loss drugs Ozempic, Wegovy

Shoppers can now find Ozempic and Wegovy at Costco. It says it is partnering with drugmaker Novo Nordisk to offer the drugs at a steep discount for members with a prescription.

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Quarter of adults with mental illness aren't treated, report finds

A new report finds that 25% of American adults suffering from a mental illness aren't receiving treatment. Mary Gilberti, interim president and CEO of Mental Health America, the nonprofit who conducted the study, joins to discuss the key...

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Apple removes ICE-tracking apps amid DOJ pressure

The Department of Justice is sounding the alarm over apps that track and monitor immigration officers, calling them a security threat.

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Hegseth announces another strike against vessel off Venezuela coast

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced on social media another strike targeting a vessel allegedly connected to narco-trafficking off the coast of Venezuela. CBS News' Reed Cowan reports.

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Government shutdown mass layoffs could begin today, White House says

The White House says the first round of mass layoffs resulting from the government shutdown could be announced on Friday. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.

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New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy

A recent CBS News poll indicates that Americans are feeling increasingly pessimistic about the U.S. economy. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto reports.

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Two Delta jets crash while taxiing at New York airport

Two Delta regional jets collided on a taxiway at New York's LaGuardia Airport. CBS news producer Joey Anunnziato was onboard.

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Russell Vought, and his influence on the federal workforce

Thursday, President Trump posted on social media that he would meet with Russell Vought, the current head of the Office of Management and Budget, to "determine which of the Democrat agencies... he recommends to be cut."

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Arrested ex-Des Moines superintendent lied on resume

New details are coming to light about a former Des Moines school superintendent arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. According to documents obtained by the Associated Press, Ian Roberts falsely claimed a doctoral degree when ...

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Parents of teen killed in hit-and-run say suspect 'plotted attack'

A memorial is growing on a quiet, residential street in Cranford, New Jersey, where 17-year-olds Maria Niotis and Isabella Salas were struck and killed while riding an e-bike.

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FDA head says Trump-Pfizer deal is 'major step'

President Trump announced plans to reduce the prices of prescription drugs. Americans will be able to buy them at discount on a "TrumpRx" website that rolls out next year.

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Coastal homes collapse into the ocean off North Carolina

The remnants of Hurricanes Humberto and Imelda are still causing rough waters off the East Coast. At least seven coastal homes have collapsed into the ocean off North Carolina and there are concerns others may fall as well.

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Breaking down report on 30 years of extremist political violence

A new report from the Center for Strategic and International studies looked at 30 years of extremist political violence in America and analysed what motivated violence from the right and left extremes.

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Residents find toxic lead levels in soil after California wildfires

In its final soil testing report, the L.A. County Department of Public Health found a sizeable number of Altadena properties had significantly higher levels of lead than what the state deemed safe.

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