Shortage of volunteer firefighters could force towns to move to paid crews
Between 1985 and 2020, the number of volunteers dropped by more than 20%, according to the National Volunteer Fire Council.
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Ukrainian refugees face uncertain future as U.S. work permits are set to expire
Refugees whose work permits expire may not be forced to leave, but without a job, they can't afford to stay.
CBS News analysis: DOGE says it's cutting costs but claims are exaggerated
A CBS News review of three of DOGE's largest cuts claimed so far found actual savings of 3% of what was claimed.
DOJ launching grand jury investigation into Russiagate conspiracy allegations
The attorney general has ordered a grand jury investigation into the intelligence regarding President Trump and Russia in the run-up to the 2016 election.
Sean "Diddy" Combs will remain in jail until October sentencing, judge rules
A New York federal judge has denied Sean "Diddy" Combs' renewed bail request. He is scheduled to be sentenced on Oct. 3.
Florida officials warn about risks of raw milk after 21 people sickened
Florida health officials say 21 people, including six children, were sickened by E. coli and campylobacter bacteria linked to raw milk, and seven were hospitalized.
Kohberger prosecutor's "last message" to convicted Idaho killer
Prosecutor Bill Thompson opens up about the pressure of the Bryan Kohberger case and the controversy surrounding the plea deal in a new "48 Hours" podcast interview.
The labor market just hit a wall. Here's what it means for the economy.
Friday's unexpectedly weak jobs report signals that some sectors are cutting back on hiring amid economic uncertainty.
Revisions are a common feature of any jobs report says former BLS commissioner
Revisions are a "feature, not a bug" of any jobs report, former BLS commissioner told CBS MoneyWatch.
Texas Gov. Abbott orders civil arrest of Democratic lawmakers who fled state
Texas Republican lawmakers returned to the Capitol without Democrats, who fled to block a vote on a GOP-drawn congressional map.
Americans could soon see higher costs from tariffs, Fed's Hammack says
Prices could tick higher in 2025 as businesses pass tariff costs on to consumers, Cleveland Fed's Beth Hammack tells CBS News.
Arkansas man sentenced to life in prison for grocery store mass shooting
A state judge sentenced Travis Eugene Posey to four life sentences for each count of capital murder. Posey was also sentenced to 220 years in prison for 11 counts of attempted capital murder.
State Department may require certain visa applicants to post $15,000 bond
The State Department said in a notice that it is launching a "visa bond pilot program" that aims to curb overstays for visitors who come to the U.S. for business or tourism.
Billions of starfish died in a decade-long epidemic. Scientists now know why.
A sea star wasting disease sparked a mass die-off from Mexico to Alaska, devastating more than 20 species and continuing today.
More early stage colon cancers found due to more screenings, research shows
As more people aged 45-49 are getting screened for colon cancer, more early stage diagnoses are being made, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
People under Hurricane Erin evacuation orders warned to "take action now"
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
Noem says entire southern border wall will be painted black to stop climbing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says the entire southern border wall with Mexico is being painted black to deter illegal immigration, at President Trump's request.
U.S. to probe "anti-American" views of those applying for immigration benefits
The Trump administration has directed officials to probe any "anti-American" views and activities of immigrants applying for immigration benefits like green cards and work permits.
Hurricane Erin forces Outer Banks evacuations, East Coast beach closures
Hurricane Erin is forcing evacuations on North Carolina's Outer Banks as it threatens to whip up wild waves, rip currents and tropical-force winds.
Well-known breeder among 6 accused of rhino horn smuggling ring
Six people have been charged in South Africa in connection to an international rhino horn trafficking network after a seven-year investigation, officials said.
Unidentified flying object crashes and explodes in Poland
Local police said they received reports of the crash around 2 a.m. and found burned metal and plastic debris at the scene.
6 severed heads found on road with message about revenge
Messages are often left on victims' bodies by cartels seeking to threaten their rivals or punish behavior they claim violates their rules.
Judge blocks Texas law requiring Ten Commandments displayed in classrooms
A federal judge temporarily blocked a Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, ruling it likely violates the First Amendment.
DNA testing confirms Travis Decker is sole suspect in murders of daughters
Travis Decker is accused of killing his three young daughters, whose bodies were found near a campground in central Washington.