Americans celebrated 250 years of independence this Fourth of July, although severe weather put a damper on the proceedings in several parts of the country. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/july-4t...
President Trump spoke in Washington, D.C., at the "Salute to America" Freedom 250 event on the Fourth of July. He highlighted veterans, the Artemis II crew, an early version of the American flag and more in his speech....
CBS hosts a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cbs-america-2...
The flag-draped casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was put on display in Tehran with millions expected to attend his dayslong funeral. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-negotiations-...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/taylor-swift-travis-ke...
Bluegrass band Punch Brothers was formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006. Their upcoming all-instrumental album, "The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers," will be released on July 24. Here's Punch Brothers performin...
Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is suspected of crashing into a parked car and driving away from the scene Friday afternoon in Northern California. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.co...
While millions of Americans across the Northeast experienced record-setting temperatures, thunderstorms in the Midwest downed trees, ruptured power lines and made transportation treacherous. Original source: https://ww...
Relay for America ran the American flag from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., this week to commemorate America's 250th birthday. They did it nonstop for 20 days and nights for more than 3,000 miles on a mission of uni...
The vows have been exchanged, the party is over, and slowly, details are emerging about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding. Lilia Luciano reports. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/what-we-know-taylor...
While many in the U.S. light fireworks on the Fourth of July, some towns are turning to drones as a cleaner, quieter alternative. Mark Strassmann gets a preview in Texas. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/...
On Saturday, President Trump is slated to speak on the National Mall, but on Friday, he gave a speech at Mount Rushmore that jumped from praise for America to a warning about what he called a threat to its future. Nikol...
It's hot and pricey out there in much of the U.S. this July Fourth weekend, but it's not stopping people from traveling. 72 million are expected to be on the move, a new record, with some potential new headaches. Kris V...
There's no one way to celebrate American independence, but in Washington, D.C., attendees from across the country visited the Great American State Fair. Kelly O'Grady has more. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/...
Millions are out celebrating America's 250th birthday with events planned from coast to coast. But in many places, including in Washington, D.C., they are also battling heat and storms. Lana Zak reports, and Rob Marcian...
The security in Washington, D.C., for America 250 events involves miles of fencing, TSA-style airport screenings, bag checks, metal detectors and a long list of prohibited items. Nicole Sganga has more details. Origina...
Fraunces Tavern in New York City, founded before the Declaration of Independence, hosted patrons celebrating the Fourth of July and America 250. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/fraunces-tavern-founding-f...
Celebrations across the U.S. commemorate the Fourth of July and America's 250th birthday. Meanwhile, Swifties are thrilled by the nuptials of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. All that and all that matters in today's Eye O...
With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/wo...
After the pope's visit to the Sicilian island of Lampedusa, the U.S. Embassy said the ambassador to the Holy See gave Leo a commemorative baseball, an apple pie and a U.S. World Cup jersey. Original source: https://www...
Reigning champion Joey Chestnut ate 66 hot dogs and buns to win the 2026 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest while Miki Sudo ate 38 3/4 to win the women's competition. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/n...
Holiday celebrations are underway despite a dangerous heat wave; high security is in place for Fourth of July events. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/070426-cbs-weekend-news/
Bluegrass band Punch Brothers was formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006. Their upcoming all-instrumental album, "The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers," will be released on July 24. Here's Punch Brothers performin...
Bluegrass band Punch Brothers was formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006. In celebration of the Fourth of July, here's Punch Brothers performing their cover of Woody Guthrie's classic song, "This Land Is Your Land."...
Serena Williams cited a knee injury behind her decision to withdraw from a doubles match at Wimbledon. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/serena-williams-withdraws-wimbledon-doubles-match-knee-injury/
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/taylor-swift-travis-ke...
With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/wo...
Three children died on Geneva Lake in Wisconsin after a boat capsized during a severe storm Friday, Lake Geneva police said. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/3-die-geneva-lake-wisconsin-boat-capsizes-storm/
The Empire State Building lit up in blue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Friday night. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-wedding-empire-state-building-something-blue/
The flag-draped casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was put on display in Tehran with millions expected to attend his dayslong funeral. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-negotiations-...
These excerpts capture some of the most impactful speeches by U.S. presidents from the 20th and 21st centuries. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/influential-presidential-speeches/
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/heat-wave-h...
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cbs-ameri...
When the sun goes down on Independence Day, the skies of Washington, D.C., are expected to fill with a record-setting 850,000 individual fireworks for a 40-minute spectacle like no one has seen before. Original source:...
As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/electric-bil...
The Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C., are deemed a "national special security event," which is the highest possible designation. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/security-operations-july-fou...
Rishi Sharma started his journey 10 years ago by driving around his Southern California neighborhood to record interviews with veterans and later expanded his outreach. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/wwi...
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/this-week-on-sunday-morning-july-5-2026/
Saturday's Fourth of July celebration on the National Mall is the first tagged as a "national special security event," meaning a law enforcement presence akin to a Super Bowl or an inauguration. Nicole Sganga has more....
Every Fourth of July marks the loss of more veterans of World War II. Steve Hartman met a young man who is racing against time to preserve their stories. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/young-man-aims-pr...
A company called Pyrotecnico will attempt the biggest fireworks show in history in Washington, D.C., on the Fourth of July. Tony Dokoupil gets the exclusive on how. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/attemp...
CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-announces-pardons-poll...
The four presidents carved into Mount Rushmore collectively issued over 1,100 pardons. President Trump, who is visiting there tonight, has outdone them all and is now adding more. Nancy Cordes reports. Original source:...
Many hit the beach in hopes of cooling off on this holiday Friday, but more bodies near the water mean a greater risk of shark attacks. Lana Zak reports. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/multiple-shark-at...
Nearly 200 million Americans across 28 states are sizzling under a so-called heat dome this Fourth of July weekend. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Rob Marciano has the forecast. Original source: https://www.cbsn...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially married, according to Swift's publicist. Jo Ling Kent reports. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-married/
Nearly 200 million Americans are under heat alerts; a string of shark attacks hits the East Coast. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/070326-cbs-evening-news/
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered a stinging rebuke of the Trump administration in a speech marking America's 250th birthday. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/nyc-mayor-zohran-mamdani-america-25...
The gift comes months after Belgium's diamond industry won the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/belgian-diamond-group-gifts-trump-ring/
Federal safety regulators are urging consumers to stop using the recalled fireworks and return them for a full refund. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/fireworks-recall-july-4-winco-unity-roman-candles/
Juvenile suspect arrested after fleeing a stolen vehicle stop in south Sacramento, prompting a perimeter, air support and K-9 search before officers safely detained the teen. The post Foot Pursuit Ends With Juvenile Arr...
Discover baseball-themed food, drinks, shopping, and family-friendly experiences all season long Throughout July, locals and visitors are invited to enjoy Athletics-themed promotions, specialty food and beverages, shopp...
Two sisters & a friend allegedly stab a mom of 5 in cold-blood, then smile and pose for the camera as they're arrested. Nancy Grace has the latest. Original source: https://www.crimeonline.com/2026/07/02/smiling-sister...
Negotiations between Iran and the U.S. will pause for a week for the funeral of Iran's slain supreme leader, but President Trump, and mediators, say there's been progress. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/live-...
With 104 World Cup games being played in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, it's like "a Super Bowl every single day for five weeks," U.S. team captain Tim Ream told CBS News. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/wo...
Hernan Gil was brought out on a stretcher as elated rescuers cheered and hugged each other. He was loaded into a waiting ambulance and driven away. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/security-guard-rescued-v...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning. Original source...
The Aspen Acres Fire continues to burn out of control in Pueblo and Custer counties. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/aspen-acres-fire-colorado-evacuation/
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent touched on the recent disclosure of President Trump's crypto earnings, the latest developments with the tax-deferred Trump Accounts, and the struggles facing the U.S. economy. Original...
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks with CBS News' Kelly O'Grady about stock donations for Trump accounts, the war in Iran, President Trump's $1.4 billion in crypto earnings and more. Original source: https://www.c...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donated to 20 local and national charities ahead of their wedding Friday. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-wedding-donate-charity/
Saturday marks one year since the catastrophic flooding that swept through Camp Mystic in Texas. Raging river water flooded the camp for young girls, killing 25 campers, two counselors and the camp's executive director....
This week, the Supreme Court upheld state bans on transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson answers some constitutional questions about the case. Original source: ht...
Hiring in the U.S. slowed in June, falling short of expectations, according to the Labor Department. CBS News producer Emily Pandise has more. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/job-growth-slowed-june-falli...
Wedding celebrations are getting underway at Madison Square Garden as pop superstar Taylor Swift and Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce prepare to celebrate their wedding. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more. Original source...
The FBI said in a statement Wednesday that some ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance have been "deemed to be extortion attempts without legitimacy," and other "demands may potentially be legitimate and are stil...
The U.S. is burying hundreds of artifacts in an official America 250 time capsule in Philadelphia. Tony Dokoupil has the details. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/what-us-putting-official-america-250-time...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rehearsal dinner is underway at Madison Square Garden, according to two law enforcement officials directly familiar with the security planning. CBS News senior business and technology cor...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced Thursday that they donated $26 million to 20 charities, hours before people began arriving at Madison Square Garden for a 100-person rehearsal dinner. Jo Ling Kent has more. Orig...
The U.S. Men's National Team is moving on in the World Cup, but the top scorer will have to watch the next match from the sidelines after video review led to a red card and a lot of boos. Nicole Valdes was inside the st...
President Trump's recent financial disclosure showed he made $1.4 billion off his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025. Shehan Chandrasekera, CPA and head of tax strategy at CoinTracker, joins with analysis. Original source...
The two daredevils who climbed the spire of the Empire State Building in New York on Wednesday are facing a litany of criminal charges. According to prosecutors, the man told police he just wanted to "do something speci...
Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned in protest from the health agency, said the spread of misinformation impacted lives. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/debra-houry-cdc-measles-outbreak-rfk-jr/
President Trump's financial disclosure is raising many questions. For some, these include ethical concerns about whether he is profiting from the presidency. It's also highlighting another mystery: how much is he paying...
In a CBS News exclusive, "Face the Nation" moderator and chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan spoke with former CDC chief medical officer Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned in protest after HHS Secretary Robe...
More than 200 million Americans are under heat alerts; the couple who scaled the Empire State Building are faces criminal charges. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/070226-cbs-evening-news/
Washington, D.C., is bracing for the heat and ramping up security in advance of the nation's 250th birthday celebration on the National Mall. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports on the securit...
A spokesperson said the Kentucky Republican "continues to improve." Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mitch-mcconnell-remains-hospitalized-ems-response-unconscious-person/
Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/empire-state-building-climbe...
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said. Original...
Challenger Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, is the projected winner of the Democratic primary in Colorado's First Congressional District. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/melat-kiros-colorado-primary-e...
Here's a look at how events have unfolded in the Karen Read case. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/karen-read-trial-timeline-john-okeefe/
With the next Federal Reserve meeting looming at the end of July, borrowers may want to make these three moves now. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mortgage-moves-make-before-july-2026-fed-meeting/
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-wont-extend-usmca-trade-...
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City on Wednesday, unfurling a banner and appearing to get engaged. CBS News' Tom Hanson and Shanelle Kaul have more. Original source: https://www....
Vance says the U.S. has accomplished its "core mission" in Iran, as Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner meet mediators in Qatar, but not Iranians. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-vance-tal...
The helicopter, which was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, is not believed to have been taken down by hostile action, the Navy said. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/u-s-helicopter-goes-down-in-arabia...
A woman who was visiting the Empire State Building when two people climbed to the top of the building told CBS News New York what she saw. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/tourist-who-was-on-empire-state-...
Paying down debt matters, but pausing retirement contributions to do so may not be the smartest financial move. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/should-you-stop-retirement-contributions-while-paying-off-de...
President Trump landed in North Dakota after taking his maiden voyage on the new Air Force One plane donated by Qatar. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has more. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-lands-in-nort...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding events are set to begin in New York City, sources say. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has the latest. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-wedding...
Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell join CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss their new comedy, "Summer's Last Resort," which premieres on Tubi July 3. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/sophia-bush-and-jerry-ocon...
President Trump expressed optimism about the U.S. and Iran's indirect talks in Doha, Qatar, while Tehran vowed to respond to any new threats. Eric Lob, an associate professor of politics and international relations at F...
President Trump is taking his first trip on his new Air Force One, a luxury plane gifted by Qatar. CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-takes-first-trip-on-new-qa...
Two people are at the top of the Empire State Building with a banner that reads "When the power of love beats the love of power, the world will know peace." CBS News New York reports. Original source: https://www.cbsne...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning. Original source...
Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said "the Constitution is not a suggestion" and that "the Second Amendment is a sacred right belonging to all Americans." Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gun-laws...
Avi Loeb, a Harvard astronomer who has made headlines with his theories about alien encounters, will lead a White House scientific advisory council on UFOs. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/avi-loeb-harvar...
The Supreme Court's most recent term ended with some landmark decisions on birthright citizenship and transgender athletes' ability to compete. CBS News' Jan Crawford breaks down the major cases. Original source: https...
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said. Original source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sony-playstation-physical-discs-digita...