Missouri legislature’s last-minute push on housing and chickens
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo — As the Missouri General Assembly rushes to finish its session, it’s tackling some big issues alongside some quirky ones. With the clock ticking down, lawmakers are focusing on a bill that mixes serious housing matters with unexpected chicken rules. Supporters of a major bill say it’s all about protecting property rights, […]
Will the 2024 Democratic National Convention mirror the 1968 protests?
A coalition of pro-Palestinian activists is vowing to march without a permit during August’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago. In 1968, demonstrators protested the DNC, also held in Chicago that year, over U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. Puck reporter Peter Hamby joins “America Decides” to discuss if history could repeat itself at the summer […]
Elected officials share personal mental health struggles
Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and Harris County Texas Judge Lina Hildago are some of the most outspoken elected officials telling Americans it’s okay to not be okay. Both officials have taken leaves of absence for their mental health struggles. Judge Hidalgo joins “America Decides” to explain why you don’t have to struggle alone.
U.S. military finishes installing Gaza aid pier
The U.S. military said Thursday it finished installing the pieces of a temporary pier in Gaza. The floating dock will transport humanitarian aid from the Mediterranean Sea. CBS News’ Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
Family of Lewiston, Maine gunman testifies and says more could have been done
The family of the gunman who killed 18 people in Lewiston, Maine testified in front of a commission Thursday, saying more could have been done to help him and prevent the mass shooting.
Putin, Xi meet in China to reaffirm close ties
China rolled out the red carpet for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday. It was the second meeting between the two autocratic leaders in seven months. Ian Bremmer, president of the Eurasia Group, joins CBS News to assess the state of Russia-China relations.
Topeka superintendent on furthering the legacy of Brown v. Board of Education
The district at the center of the landmark 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling, which outlawed racial segregation in schools, is now helmed by its first Black female superintendent. Janet Shamlian spoke to Topeka Public Schools Superintendent Tiffany Anderson about the remarkable changes her district has made.
Trump lawyers look to poke holes in Michael Cohen’s testimony
Michael Cohen, the ex-attorney of former President Donald Trump, was back on the stand for cross-examination Thursday with Trump’s defense team sharply questioning his credibility. CBS News campaign reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman has the details.
Oncology nurse faces down her own cancer diagnosis with courage
After years of coaching patients on how to navigate cancer treatment, nurse Leah Wilson of Charlotte, North Carolina, was suddenly facing her own battle after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma at age 35. But she kept working, supporting her fellow cancer patients on their journeys while navigating her own.
What does the Dow’s 40,000-point milestone say about the economy?
The Dow Jones Industrial Average hit 40,000 points for the first time Thursday. Well-known brands like Goldman Sachs, Microsoft and United Health fueled the latest milestone. CBS News contributor J.D. Durkin joins to discuss what the record mark suggests about the economy.
