Record heat expected across U.S.
Record heat is on the way. This weekend, nearly half of the U.S. is facing the possibility of record high temperatures from Texas to the Northeast.
Texas
Inmate who escaped prison bus got out of cage before stabbing driver: police
The reward for information leading to Gonzalo Lopez's capture has increased to $50,000.
3 shootings at Asian-run businesses in Dallas may be "hate-motivated," police say
The most recent shooting at a hair salon on Wednesday may have been "hate-motivated," Dallas police said.
Search continues for inmate who stabbed prison bus driver and fled
No other inmates escaped in the incident, officials said.
Texas court ruling allows investigations into parents of trans youth
The court did not rule on the merits of the investigations, only that lower courts in Texas overstepped by trying to block all cases
Flight makes emergency landing after sparks
Sparks could be seen shooting out from a United Airlines plane headed to Houston, Texas, from Lima, Peru, as it was forced to return for an emergency landing last week. All passengers were able to safely disembark.
College grads get school debt paid
Graduating students at Wiley College, a historically Black college in Marshall, Texas, got a welcome surprise when their school president announced they would no longer owe the college any money. An anonymous donor paid off an estimated $300,000 in debt for the graduating class of more than 100 students, the school said.
Anonymous donor pays tab for graduates of Texas college
The college posted a video of the commencement ceremony with the students being told, "You are debt-free."
American Great Dane, Zeus, confirmed as world's tallest living dog
The two-year-old American Great Dane from Texas stands at 3 feet, 5.18 inches.
Texas man used stolen lawnmower to cut victim's grass, police say
The Texas incident was caught on a security video.
Next battle in abortion fight
After a leaked SCOTUS draft majority opinion, providers fear that medication abortions, which were the most popular abortions in the U.S. in 2020, are the next battleground in the fight over abortion rights. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian reports from Texas.
Ancient Roman bust bought at Goodwill for $34.99
Laura Young was shopping for objects to resell at a Goodwill in Texas when she found a bust for $34.99. She had no clue she picked up an artifact dating from the first century BC or AD – until she did some sleuthing.
"This is a poisoning": Government, advocates work to fight overdose crisis
States and the federal government are coming up with new ways to combat the drug overdose crisis in the U.S.
Woman arrested in boyfriend's 1996 murder after cops get "anonymous letter"
The case went cold until 2020, when investigators received an anonymous letter implicating Jade Benning in the slaying, police said.
2-year-old in critical condition after coyote attack in Dallas
The attack comes less than a week after a young girl was attacked by a coyote in California.
Oklahoma lawmakers pass 6-week abortion ban
Oklahoma lawmakers passed a Texas-style abortion ban yesterday to stop women from getting the procedure around six weeks into pregnancy. The governor is expected to approve the bill into law to take effect immediately once signed. Jan Crawford reports.
Man found guilty of killing 7-year-old girl in drive-by shooting
Larry Woodruffe was convicted of capital murder for the 2018 death of Jazmine Barnes.
Oklahoma passes restrictive abortion bill
A restrictive abortion bill is expected to be signed by the governor of Oklahoma after passing in the state legislature. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford explains what the law would entail. Then Jennifer Holland, an associate professor of history at the University of Oklahoma, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the political messaging and how the anti-abortion rights movement is getting younger people on board.
Trevor Reed returns home to Texas
Former Marine Trevor Reed is back in his home state of Texas today following his release from Russia detainment. The 30-year-old was released as part of a prisoner swap. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the details.
Texas court halts Melissa Lucio's execution
An appeals court in Texas delayed the execution of Melissa Lucio, a mother of 14, who was set to die Wednesday by lethal injection. Lucio claims new evidence will exonerate her in the 2007 death of her 2-year-old daughter.
Melissa Lucio's execution delayed by appeals court in Texas
The court determined that multiple issues Lucio's legal team raised about her initial trial merited further consideration and sent the case back to a lower court.
Melissa Lucio’s execution set for Wednesday
Family members are counting the hours until Wednesday's scheduled execution of Melissa Lucio. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are working to stay the execution, arguing she was wrongfully convicted of killing her 2-year-old daughter. Lilia Luciano reports.
Officials find body of Guardsman who drowned trying to save migrants
Specialist Bishop Evans went missing as he jumped into a section of the river known to have strong currents.
Search continues for missing Texas National Guard soldier
Texas Army National Guard Specialist Bishop E. Evans went missing in Eagle Pass, Texas, while assigned to the U.S.-Mexico border.
College pitcher "no longer on the team" after tackling baserunner
The incident sparked a brawl that was captured on video.
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Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain's Ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, has been fired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer over "the depth and extent" of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Hyundai CEO says immigration raid will delay battery plant's construction
Construction will be delayed by up to three months as the plant now grapples with shortage of workers.
Nadine Menendez sentenced to more than 4 years in bribery case
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
Social Security COLA could increase 2.7% in 2026, new estimate shows
A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.
Map shows West Nile virus cases as officials warn season isn't over
Health officials are warning the West Nile virus season isn't over yet. Here's where the mosquito-borne illness has been spreading.
Prince Harry has his first meeting with dad King Charles in 19 months
On a rare trip back to the U.K., devoted mostly to charity events, Prince Harry may have begun the reconciliation with his family he's said he wants.