More than 20% of NASA's workforce requests to leave agency
About 3,870 employees have applied to depart NASA over two rounds through the Trump administration's deferred resignation program, the agency disclosed.
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New exhibit explores the impact and legacy of the Hollywood blacklist
In the late 1940s, the work of the House Un-American Activities Committee eventually led to a Hollywood blacklist, now the focus of an exhibit at the New York Historical Society.
Bighorn sheep are disappearing in Texas. Wildlife biologists are stepping in.
In Texas, about 50% of the bighorn sheep population was decimated in the last five years due to disease, biologists say.
What to know about the notorious prison where Kohberger is locked up
Bryan Kohberger, who pleaded guilty to the murders of four University of Idaho students, is expected to serve his life sentence at a facility called one of the "15 worst prisons in America."
Forget ChatGPT. Tea is the most downloaded app on Apple's App Store.
A dating advice app that lets women anonymously review their dates and compare notes has surged in popularity.
To former prosecutors, DOJ interview with Ghislaine Maxwell looked unorthodox
Experts say they're bewildered by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche's decision to interview Ghislaine Maxwell.
Tariffs will drive up U.S. prices even with Trump trade deals, experts say
With the Trump administration setting 15% as a floor for tariffs, companies and economists are warning of higher prices later this year.
Maxwell's lawyer says DOJ asked her about roughly "100 different people"
The Epstein accomplice met with a top Justice Department official and answered "every single question," her lawyer said.
Education Department releasing billions in withheld grant money for schools
The Trump administration is releasing billions of dollars in grants to schools for adult literacy, English language instruction and other programs, the Education Department said Friday.
"Doomsday mom" Lori Vallow Daybell receives new life sentences
Lori Vallow Daybell has been sentenced to life in prison on two murder conspiracy convictions in Arizona.
Trump says he's considering rebate checks for Americans based on tariffs
President Trump said he's considering using money generated by U.S. tariffs to offer a "little rebate" to Americans.
North Carolina woman found alive months after car found near Death Valley
Kelsey Pittman had last spoken to her family in November 2024, officials said. Her car was found near Death Valley in February 2025.
Dozens sickened after eating THC-contaminated food at Wisconsin pizzeria
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention analyzed an incident that took place at a Wisconsin pizzeria that left dozens sick.
Ohio police officer's death marks latest in growing trend of ambush attacks
Data analyzed by the CBS News Crime Unit shows at least 50 law enforcement officers have been shot in ambush attacks so far this year.
Deportations start at "Alligator Alcatraz" as Florida officials vow to "surge" arrests
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday announced deportation flights had begun to take off from the so-called "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention facility in the Everglades.
Newsom signs California redistricting plan
The new map would shift five of California's Republican House seats to be more favorable to Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections.
Erik Menendez denied parole after decades in prison
California officials have denied Erik Menendez parole after he spent decades in prison for killing his parents in 1989.
Judge halts "Alligator Alcatraz" construction over environmental concerns
A federal judge ordered an indefinite halt to further construction or expansion at "Alligator Alcatraz," in a a setback for the Trump administration and Florida officials.
Eyewitness says American subcontractors at Gaza aid sites fired at Palestinians
An eyewitness told CBS News that American subcontractors at Gaza Humanitarian Foundation sites shot at Palestinians, a claim GHF denies.
Missouri appears likely to redraw congressional map during Trump's redistricting push
Texas and California have already begun congressional redistricting efforts for political advantage.
New York court throws out $527 million penalty in Trump civil fraud case
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."
Alina Habba serving unlawfully as N.J.'s top federal prosecutor, judge rules
Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal lawyer, has been serving as New Jersey's U.S. attorney "without lawful authority" since early July, a judge said.
Trump hands out burgers and pizza to federal law enforcement amid D.C. police surge
President Trump visited a crowd of federal law enforcement officers on Thursday.
Cracker Barrel loses almost $100 million in value after new logo release
Cracker Barrel stock plunged as much as 15% after the restaurant chain released a new logo that removes its long-time image of a man leaning against a barrel.