Newly released surveillance video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackling gunman
Sources from CBS News say that newly released surveillance video shows an Oklahoma high school principal tackling a gunman in the school's lobby.
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Controversial surveillance program faces uncertain future ahead of House vote
According to CBS News, a key surveillance authority, the spy tool known as Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, faces major obstacles in the House ahead of its expiration next Monday.
Senate rejects 4th attempt to curb Trump's war powers in Iran
According to CBS, the Senate on Wednesday defeated another war powers resolution aimed at curbing President Trump's ability to use further military force against Iran, with Democrats vowing to keep trying to rein in the president.
S&P 500 hits record high as investors shrug off Iran war fears
CBS News reports that the S&P 500 surged to a new all-time high on Wednesday, as investors shrug off the hottest inflation in nearly two years and ongoing concerns about the economic impact of the Iran war.
Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally monopolized big concert venues, jury rules
Sources from CBS News say that a New York jury ruled on Wednesday that Live Nation operated as an illegal monopoly, handing dozens of states an important legal win against the ticketing giant.
House Democrats file articles of impeachment against Hegseth
Sources from CBS News say that House Democrats unveiled articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday, making serious allegations about his handling of the war in Iran and his leadership more broadly.
Auditor demands private prison company pay $7.4M to Mississippi, calls for AG to enforce
Sources from Associated Press say that A private prison company must pay $7.4 million to Mississippi for failing to maintain enough staff to ensure the safety of prisoners and prison employees, State Auditor Shad White said on Monday.
MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day as every player wears No. 42 on anniversary of his historic debut
According to Associated Press, Major League Baseball will honor Jackie Robinson on Wednesday, when every player, coach and umpire will wear his No. 42 to mark the 79th anniversary of the infielder breaking the sport’s color barrier.
Melania Trump will push for updating a foster care program during a rare visit to Capitol Hill
Sources from Associated Press Melania Trump planned a rare appearance on Capitol Hill on Wednesday to join a roundtable discussion with House lawmakers who are sponsoring legislation to update a nearly 30-year-old foster care program by broadening access to a range of services.
EPA may ease regulation of chemical plastic recycling, and environmentalists worry
Associated Press reports that, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, it is reconsidering whether facilities that recycle plastic chemically should be held to the same strict air pollution standards as incinerators.
Prosecutors sought access to Federal Reserve building as Trump threatens to fire Powell
According to Associated Press, federal prosecutors made an unannounced visit this week to a construction site at Federal Reserve headquarters that is the focus of an investigation into a $2.5 billion renovation project
Ex-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows seeks reimbursement from DOJ for legal fees incurred in Trump-related probes
CBS News reports that Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows is asking the Justice Department to reimburse him for legal fees he incurred in multiple federal and state investigations into President Trump
Justice Department releases report accusing Biden-era DOJ of uneven enforcement of FACE Act law
Sources from CBS News say that the Justice Department on Tuesday released a report that accused the Biden administration of using the FACE Act to target anti-abortion activists who were prosecuted for blocking patients' access to reproductive health clinics.
Most Americans say they pay too much in taxes. Here's what the data shows.
According to CBS News, as the April 15 tax filing deadline nears, most Americans say they believe they are paying more than their fair share — a sentiment that is strongest among the nation's top earners, according to recent polling from the Pew Research Center.
Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expected expulsion votes
Sources from CBS News, Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday...
Utility companies to spend $1.4 trillion over the next 5 years amid data center boom
CBS News reports that U.S. utility companies are planning to invest $1.4 trillion over the next five years to update the nation's ailing power grid as the data center boom intensifies the need for electricity.
Appeals court shuts down criminal contempt probe over deportation flights of Venezuelan migrants
Sources from CBS News say that a federal appeals court on Tuesday ordered an end to criminal contempt proceedings launched by a lower court judge who said the government defied his order to turn around deportation flights carrying Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador last year.
Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh is worth well over $100 million, new financial disclosure forms show
According to CBS News, Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, has a net worth exceeding $100 million
Democrats seek to overturn Trump’s new rules for student loan forgiveness
Associated Press reports that Democrats in Congress are trying to overturn the Trump administration’s changes to a popular student loan forgiveness program, with lawmakers saying the changes are political and could leave some borrowers without the relief they were pledged.
7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its stores in North America this year
According to Associated Press, convenience chain 7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its locations this year.
Warner Bros. to take the stage at CinemaCon as filmmakers oppose Paramount acquisition
Sources from Associated Press say that fresh off best picture, best actor, and best director wins at the Oscars last month, Warner Bros. is presenting its upcoming slate to movie theater owners.
Harvey Weinstein is going on trial again in a New York rape case
According to Associated Press, after years of #MeToo infamy, legal peril and prison, Harvey Weinstein is again going on trial on a rape charge in New York City.
Trump calls Pope Leo "WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy"
Sources from CBS News say that President Trump lashed out at Pope Leo XIV in a lengthy social media post Sunday night, calling the pontiff "WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy."
Stocks edge up, oil hovers around $100 a barrel after U.S. begins partial blockade Strait of Hormuz
Sources from CBS say that Stocks steadily gained momentum on Monday despite the start of a U.S. military blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz.
McDonald's to start selling refreshers and crafted sodas nationwide in May
According to CBS News, McDonald's is giving its beverage lineup a jolt, adding "refreshers" and "crafted sodas" to its menu.