Former national security adviser weighs in on Ukraine aid and Russia
When President Biden signed a foreign aid bill Wednesday that includes tens of billions of dollars in assistance to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, it was touted as money that would “strengthen our national security and send a message to the world about the power of American leadership.” Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, former national security […]
Are dating apps making it easier for romance scammers?
All this week, CBS News has been investigating online romance scams. In this final installment, Jim Axelrod looks at what law enforcement and lawmakers can do — but also why it’s important for the online dating industry to police itself.
Negotiator testifies on third day of Thomas Kinworthy trial
ST. LOUIS – There was compelling testimony when a St. Louis Police negotiator was put on the stand during day three of the trial of Thomas Kinworthy. Kinworthy, 47, is facing multiple charges, including first-degree murder, for shooting and killing Officer Tamarris Bohannon, as well as shooting another officer. Testimony continued Wednesday. St. Louis Police […]
5th person charged in killing of 2 Kansas moms, officials say
Paul Grice, 31, was arrested and charged by Oklahoma authorities with murder and kidnapping in connection to the deaths of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley.
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.”
U.S. Catholics and their relationship to the church
CBS News asked Catholics in cities across the U.S. about their relationship with the church and how they feel about the pope. Nikki Battiste has more.
Pope Francis says “negotiated peace is better than a war without end”
Pope Francis called for countries at war to negotiate in an exclusive interview with “CBS Evening News” anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell in Rome. “A negotiated peace is better than a war without end,” the pontiff said. “Look to negotiate. Look for peace.”
Supreme Court hears arguments on Idaho abortion ban
The Supreme Court on Wednesday listened to arguments over whether Idaho’s near-total abortion ban violates a federal law that requires hospitals that participate in Medicare to provide necessary stabilizing treatment, including emergency abortion care. Jan Crawford reports.
A tour of St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
“CBS Evening News” anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell was given a private tour of the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world, located in the smallest nation in the world.
Pro-Palestinian protests at U.S. colleges intensify
Pro-Palestinian demonstrations are taking place at universities across the U.S., including in California, Texas and New York. Wednesday marked the eighth day of a contentious protest at Columbia University that prompted the school to cancel in-person classes and brought a visit from House Speaker Mike Johnson. Nancy Chen has the latest.
