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Cassidy says he's working with White House on plan to cut health insurance costs

"We're absolutely in communication with the White House," Senate health committee chair Bill Cassidy said of plans to come up with a fix for high health care costs.

Greene says Trump's stance on Epstein files is "huge miscalculation"

Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told "CBS Mornings" that President Trump's opposition to releasing files from the federal investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "huge miscalculation."

South Carolina killer who wrote message in victim's blood is executed by firing squad

Stephen Bryant, 44, was executed for killing a man in his home and writing "catch me if u can" on the wall with the victim's blood.

Appeals court upholds hate crime convictions of Ahmaud Arbery's killers

A federal appeals court has upheld the hate crime convictions of the three men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia more than five years ago.

Ultra-processed foods linked to higher risk of precancerous polyps, study finds

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.

Border Patrol plans to expand immigration crackdown to Charlotte, New Orleans

The Trump administration is planning to dispatch Border Patrol agents to Charlotte and New Orleans to oversee immigration operations that could involve armored vehicles and special operations teams.

New photos show demolition of White House's East Wing to make way for ballroom

A photographer captured images that show a demolition site in place of the White House's East Wing, which was torn down and is set to be replaced by a 90,000-square-foot ballroom.

Dad speaks out after students allegedly share explicit deepfake of his daughter

A 13-year-old girl was expelled from school after she confronted a male classmate who allegedly shared AI-generated nude images of her and other girls.

World's largest-known spider's web discovered in cave in Greece

The behavior, which had never been observed before, stunned scientists as, typically, the larger house spider would prey on its smaller neighbor.

Marjorie Taylor Greene says "I don't see political party lines" on health care

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries called GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene an ally during the shutdown for joining Democrats in demanding that Congress address high health care costs.

SAG Awards will change name to Actor Awards next year

The Screen Actors Guild Awards are now called the Actor Awards.

BBC apologizes to Trump over editing of his Jan. 6 speech in documentary

President Trump had threatened to sue the BBC for $1 billion over a program it aired in 2024 about the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol.

Some Cheetos and Doritos won't have their bright color anymore

New versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without artificial flavors or dyes, will be sold in December.

Seal escapes killer whale hunt by jumping onto photographer's boat

With killer whales in pursuit, the seal clambered out of the water and onto a swimming platform at the stern of the boat.

Trump says he will order DOJ to probe Epstein's ties to Democrats, banks

President Trump accused Democrats of using what he calls the "Epstein hoax" to defect blame for the government shutdown.

White House drops plan to make airlines pay travelers for delayed flights

The Trump administration is scrapping a proposal that would have made airlines pay passengers up to $775 for flight disruptions.

Top officials present Trump with military options for Venezuela in coming days

The potential operations for Venezuela presented to Trump included options for strikes on land, multiple sources said.

How much will a $10,000 CD account earn by November 2026?

CD rates have dropped slightly, but returns on a $10,000 CD account by this time in 2026 could still be substantial.

How much does a $600,000 mortgage cost per month after the October Fed rate cut?

Borrowers taking out $600,000 mortgage loans today are paying a lot less than they would have just months ago.

Do debt collectors eventually give up? What delinquent borrowers should know

Debt collectors have limits, but ignoring them isn't a solid strategy. Here's what happens when debt goes unpaid.

Should you worry about an AI bubble? Investment pros weigh in.

The stock market has stumbled on concerns that the surge in artificial intelligence stocks could echo the dot-com bubble.

Stocks extend slide amid investor concerns about AI and interest rates

U.S. financial markets opened lower, sputtering for a second straight day as investors question the health of AI stocks.

Why Black Friday discounts could be stingier this year

Some businesses say steeper U.S. tariffs this year give them less financial room to offer holiday savings.

Walmart says longtime CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January

Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.

FDA's plan to boost cheaper copycat drugs could stall at patent office

The FDA's push for lower-cost medicines looks good on paper, but the patent office under President Trump may be going in the opposite direction.

Land strikes in Venezuela would be major shift

Potential U.S. land strikes in Venezuela would add to tensions in the region as the USS Gerald R. Ford approaches the Caribbean. CBS News' Eleanor Watson reports, and Ryan Berg, the director of the Americas Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News with more insight.

Farmers react to end of government shutdown

American farmers are expecting some relief after the government reopened following the 43-day shutdown. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.

U.S. approves sale of weapons to Taiwan

The U.S. has approved the sale of $330 million worth of weapons to Taiwan as tensions rise in the region with China. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.

Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter reunite on Broadway

Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, who starred together in the 1989 film "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure," are reuniting for the latest Broadway revival of "Waiting for Godot." The actors talk with "CBS Mornings" about the play and their decadeslong friendship.

The Dish: Michael White

Michael White is a James Beard Award-winning chef who's racked up multiple Michelin stars. Now he's back on the New York dining scene with his new Italian restaurant Santi.

The Dish: Anna Ansari

Food writer Anna Ansari's new cookbook "Silk Roads" shares the recipes she has enjoyed on her travels around the world.

The Dish: Chef Erik Ramirez

Chef Erik Ramirez is redefining Peruvian cuisine with an unexpected fusion of Asian flavors at the Papa San in New York.

The Dish: Union Square Cafe

Union Square Cafe, founded by restaurateur Danny Meyer, marked 40 years in business in New York City this week. Dana Jacobson stopped by the iconic Manhattan establishment to reminisce with Meyer and grab a bite to eat.

Telescope farm lets you rent a piece of night sky

By day, a row of plain-looking sheds in sleepy Rockwood, Texas, looks like nothing more than a place to store farm tools and feed. But when the sun dips below the horizon, their roofs peel back in unison to reveal a hidden network of hundreds of telescopes. David Schechter reports.

How WWII battleship was saved from becoming scrap

After years of service to the nation, the Battleship North Carolina was about to fade quietly into history -- until school children came to the rescue. Mark Strassmann has the story.

Incoming IRS criminal chief shares his credo

Incoming IRS criminal chief Gary Shapley, an IRS supervisor who oversaw the Hunter Biden investigation, told CBS News in an interview that he won't bow to pressure if the Trump administration calls for investigations into political enemies. Jim Axelrod reports.

6-man football keeps Friday nights alive in Texas

Six-man football has been around for decades but is seeing a resurgence in small towns as rural populations decline. Janet Shamlian reports from Gordon, Texas.