Sinclair takes 8% stake in EW Scripps as broadcaster eyes potential acquisition
Associated Press reports that broadcast giant Sinclair has taken a more than 8% stake in E.W. Scripps, as it eyes a potential merger with the smaller local TV rival.
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Hitting retirement age in 2026? This Social Security change could impact you.
CBS News reports that Social Security's so-called "full retirement age" — the age when people can start collecting all of their earned benefits — is about to hit a new threshold, a change that will affect Americans born in 1960 or later.
Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Portland and Chicago are being sent home
Associated Press reports that hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to Chicago and Portland, Oregon, are being sent home
Judge orders grand jury material to be given to Comey, citing "disturbing pattern" of DOJ missteps
Sources from CBS say a federal magistrate judge on Monday ordered federal prosecutors to turn over all grand jury material to former FBI Director James Comey's defense team
FEMA acting chief David Richardson departs after 6 months on the job, officials say
According to Associated Press, the acting chief of the Federal Emergency Management Agency left his job Monday after just six months
How to save money on your Thanksgiving Day meal, from AI to retailer deals
Sources from CBS say artificial intelligence can save you money preparing that Thanksgiving Day feast.
Trump says the U.S. will sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia
According to CBS, President Trump said Monday the U.S. would sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia
Family of Rev. Jesse Jackson gives update on his condition
Sources from CBS say the family of the Rev. Jesse Jackson provided an update on Sunday afternoon about the condition of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition founder
O.J. Simpson's estate agrees to pay Ron Goldman's father nearly $58 million
According to CBS, the estate of O.J. Simpson has agreed to pay nearly $58 million to the father of Ron Goldman
Nearly a quarter of U.S. households live paycheck to paycheck, report finds
Sources from CBS News say a growing share of lower-income Americans are struggling to get by financially as their wages fail to keep up with inflation, according to a recent analysis.
Prosecutor: Antonio Brown could face 30 years in prison if guilty of attempted murder with gun
According to Associated Press, former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown could face up to 30 years in prison if convicted of attempted murder because a firearm was allegedly used, a prosecutor said Monday.
FAA lifts emergency order that slashed flights at 40 major U.S. airports
CBS News reports the Federal Aviation Administration said Sunday it was lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed at 40 major airports during the country's longest government shutdown.
Amelia Earhart records released by U.S. include her last known communications and search locations for missing aviator
Sources from CBS News say that the U.S. National Archives has published a batch of newly declassified government records on Amelia Earhart
Ford to start selling certified used cars on Amazon
According to CBS, Ford Motor is partnering with Amazon to let dealers sell the automaker's certified used vehicles on the e-commerce platform
The next Met Gala exhibit will spotlight fashion across art history
Associated Press reports that if there’s been one uniting theme of all the blockbuster fashion exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it’s the simple idea that fashion is art.
America will celebrate its 250th birthday next year. There’s a commemorative ornament for it
Sources from Associated Press say that when the nonprofit organization planning America’s 250th birthday celebrations decided it wanted an ornament to commemorate that milestone in history, its leadership knew just where to turn for guidance.
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey urges delay on PBS decision by public TV board
According to Associated Press, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday urged the board that oversees Alabama Public Television to delay any decision on severing ties with PBS
Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, new study finds
Sources from CBS say eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
South Carolina executes killer who left bloody message, marking third firing-squad execution this year
CBS reports, a South Carolina man convicted of killing three people over five days more than 20 years ago was executed by a firing squad on Friday evening.
White House drops plan to make airlines pay travelers for delayed flights
According to CBS, the Trump administration is scrapping a proposed Biden-era rule that would have made airlines pay customers for long waits when their flights were delayed, according to a document from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Should you worry about an AI bubble? Investment pros weigh in.
Sources from CBS News say Artificial intelligence has fired the stock market to record highs this year, with companies eager to tout their AI prowess and investor darlings like AI chipmaker Nvidia soaring on expectations of runaway growth.
Washington resident infected with different strain of bird flu, health officials say
According to CBS, a Washington resident has been hospitalized with a different strain of bird flu than those seen in past cases, state health officials announced Friday.
Why Black Friday discounts could be stingier this year
According to CBS News, businesses face a tough decision this holiday season: Run a Black Friday promotion and see their profits drop, or charge full price and risk turning off buyers.
White House drops plan to make airlines pay travelers for delayed flights
The Trump administration is scrapping a proposed Biden-era rule that would have made airlines pay customers for long waits when their flights were delayed, according to a document from the U.S. Department of Transportation, according to CBS.
Proposal to ban Central Park horse carriages voted down by key NYC council committee
According to Associated Press, Central Park’s iconic horse-drawn carriages will trot on, for now.