Republican South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem talks about her recently released book, "No Going Back." It includes stories from her time as a governor and congresswoman, and some that have drawn criticism, including one about her killing a hunting dog. In a new series, "Dear David," "CBS Mornings" lead national correspondent David Begnaud shares feel-good stories about regular people doing extraordinary things. In this one, a barista shares how a customer's unexpected $200 tip helped her honor...

As protests continue to sweep across the nation, leading to more than 2,000 arrests, reporter Lilia Luciano explores how the language used in campus demonstrations is fueling strife and complicating the dynamics of these movements. Jordan’s Queen Rania Al Abdullah, who is of Palestinian descent, says Israel’s allies need to hold Israel accountable for its actions. She spoke with “Face the Nation” moderator Margaret Brennan about the U.S. support for Israel in the war against Hamas. On...

In the latest installment of our "Climate Watch" series, climate activists take bold measures, including blockading the entrance to Citigroup's global headquarters in Manhattan. Protesters are demanding the banking giant cease its funding of fossil fuels. UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty disclosed that a cyberattack on one of its subsidiaries earlier this year might affect up to a third of all Americans. Still searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Sarah Gelman, Amazon Books...

A new abortion law goes into effect in Florida on Wednesday. It will sharply restrict the procedure after six weeks. Florida’s new law includes exceptions for rape, incest, fetal abnormalities and the life of the mother. New York City Mayor Eric Adams talks about the protests at Columbia University after pro-Palestinian demonstrators were removed by police from an academic building on campus. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is recommending women get a mammogram every other year,...

The U.S. is ramping up its chip production while trying to block China from dominating the market. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent gets an exclusive look inside an Intel plant producing the vital tech. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what to know as the Federal Reserve is set to meet to discuss interest rates that remain at a 23-year high since last summer. Frank Bruni's latest book, "The Age of Grievance," goes into how feelings of being wronged are driving political and...

President Biden is pushing Israel’s prime minister to end the war through diplomacy instead of a military assault. There are more than 130 hostages remaining, including five U.S. citizens. The U.S. publicly blames Hamas for recent failed diplomacy, but hostage families also put blame on the Netanyahu government. Every year, the Italian village of Montebuono gathers to remember eight U.S. soldiers killed in their town by the Nazis during World War II. An American family visited the small town...

Ashley Judd, the first to come forward with allegations of sexual harassment against Harvey Weinstein, and New York Times investigative reporter Jodi Kantor, whose reporting on Weinstein helped to launch the “Me Too” movement, discuss his 2020 conviction being overturned by New York’s highest court. Weinstein is continuing to serve a 16-year sentence for a separate case in California. Caregivers who are paid privately or through state funds say they're working around the clock, but are...

Former President Donald Trump’s claim of presidential immunity goes before the Supreme Court on Thursday. The decision in the case could determine whether Trump will be tried in at least two other cases. Demonstrators on both sides turned out yesterday as the Supreme Court heard the Biden administration's challenge to Idaho's near-total ban on abortion.The Justice Department claims Idaho has violated federal law that requires hospitals to provide emergency medical treatment – that may...

Dating companies say protecting their customers is a top priority but critics want them to do more to curb online scams and stop bad actors in their tracks, law enforcement officials and online security experts say. CBS News asks the CEO of Match Group — one of the biggest players in the online dating space — about customers who have lost everything. More than 89,000 Americans are waiting for a donor kidney. Recently, a New Jersey patient became the first woman and second living human to...

In the wake of a deadly shooting at Nashville's Covenant School, Tennessee lawmakers have introduced a polarizing bill that would permit teachers to carry firearms in classrooms. Last year an estimated $1.3 Billion is taken from unsuspected Americans looking for love on dating apps. These romance scams are often thought to be the domain of criminal gangs operated from overseas. But in fact, some of the most aggressive operators in this space have facilitators on the ground in the U.S. The...

Opening statements in Donald Trump’s “hush money” trial are set for Monday in a historic moment of the first-ever criminal trial of a former president of the United States. Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. He’s accused of using his former lawyer, Michael Cohen, to funnel payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels. On this Earth Day we look at the health of our planet's oceans and how countries are using innovative technology to protect life in our oceans as they...

Iran has fired air defenses at a major air base and a nuclear site near its central city of Isfahan after spotting drones. The early morning hit was in the city of Isfahan – where Iran has several nuclear sites but according to the UN's top Atomic Energy body there was no damage to the nuclear facilities. CBS News' data analysis found 425 bridges in 36 states over waterways used by large vessels had inadequate pier protection. A lizard population that once thrived in one mountain range in...

Hawaii’s attorney general has released a report on the investigation into the devastating Maui wildfire that killed over 100 people. The nearly 400-page report raises questions regarding Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen and the response. Nearly 100 survivors of former Team USA gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's sexual abuse are set to receive a $100 million settlement from the Justice Department following allegations of government negligence in investigating the complaints. Americans are...

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Meta's Global Head of Safety Antigone Davis discuss the “Know 2 Protect” campaign. It aims to provide parents and young people with information about how to prevent exploitation and abuse, how to report incidents and provide resources for victims and survivors. An 81-year-old man is charged with murder after thinking the victim was connected to a scam. William Brock received a threatening call last month from someone demanding...

No jurors were selected on the first day of former President Donald Trump’s "hush money" trial. Out of the first batch of 96 prospective jurors who were sworn in and questioned, more than half were excused, many after saying they could not be fair and impartial. CBS News' Robert Costa reports on the latest and CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman breaks down the start of Donald Trump’s “hush money” trial and what to expect. Meanwhile, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments over whether to...

Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles on Israel over the weekend. Nearly all projectiles were stopped by Israel’s air defenses, helped by the U.S. and other allies. Samantha Vinograd, CBS News national security contributor and former assistant secretary for Counterterrorism and Threat Prevention at DHS, explains the conflict between Israel and Iran, and what the U.S. could do next. White House national security communications adviser John Kirby speaks about the U.S. response to...

O.J. Simpson, the former football star and central figure of a sensational 1995 murder trial, passed away from prostate cancer. Simpson was found not guilty of killing his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman. The charges, the trial and the verdict exposed a dramatic divide among Americans along racial and cultural lines. Bill Rhoden, a columnist for ESPN's "Andscape" who covered Simpson for decades, talks to "CBS Mornings" about Simpson's complicated legacy. Gen. Charles...

The White House is announcing new gun safety reform with plans to close the so-called "gun show loophole." Officials in the Biden administration say that under the new rule background screenings will soon be required before anyone can buy guns online or in person at gun shows. Amanda Knox is facing a new trial Thursday in Italy for slander. It stems from a wrongful accusation she made in 2007 while being questioned about the death of her roommate, Meredith Kercher. She was later convicted of...

The Arizona Supreme Court reinstated an abortion law from the 1860s that is a near-total ban. There is no exception for rape or incest, the law says, but is an exception to save the life of the mother. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the 4-2 decision. The Biden administration has announced the first-ever national standard for drinking water. The White House says it will protect 100 million Americans from harmful chemicals coming out of their taps. Americans...

The largest dam removal project in U.S. history is happening along the Klamath River, which flows from southern Oregon to the Pacific Ocean. The project serves a crucial role in helping to revive America’s salmon population. Last year, the Pacific salmon season was canceled. More than 1 million women in the U.S. become menopausal each year, but there is still a stigma around it. Dr. Sharon Malone is an OB-GYN and the chief medical adviser of "Alloy Women's Health." In her new book, "Grown...

As the total solar eclipse captivates viewers across the nation, several cities within the path of totality are seizing the moment to host mass weddings. In Russellville, Arkansas, preparations are underway to help hundreds of couples exchange vows against the backdrop of this rare celestial event. Bill Nye joins “CBS Mornings” to explain the crucial role of solar eclipse glasses in safely enjoying the spectacle, and the science that makes it all possible. As March Madness reaches its...

The Women’s Final Four begins Friday in Cleveland. Iowa superstar Caitilin Clark and her team take on UConn as the Hawkeyes look to make their second title game in as many years. South Carolina will battle NC State, with the Gamecocks just two wins away from an undefeated season. Ryan Ruocco, ESPN’s lead play-by-play broadcaster for the Women’s Final Four, breaks it down. Steve Hartman and his kids are back for a new series of "Kindness 101." They share stories built around kindness and...

The parents of Jacob Flickinger, a volunteer with World Central Kitchen killed by Israeli military action in Gaza, talk to “CBS Mornings” and discuss their son's legacy. As the tax filing deadline approaches, watch out for the IRS list of the so-called “dirty dozen" which are tax scams the IRS commonly sees. Millions of Americans, commonly women, are affected by temporomandibular joint disorders — also known as TMJ or TMD. Experts warn most health care professionals have received “minimal...

Congress mandated changes in an attempt to simplify the FAFSA form. However, it was launched months later than usual, and glitches and technical delays have plagued the form’s rollout for millions of students who are up against a May 1 deadline. Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania joins CBS Mornings just over one year after seeking treatment for depression at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Fetterman, who suffered a stroke in May 2022, used a closed captioning device and a...