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23 years ago, Noah Waters’ older brother Michael died in an accident, but that tragedy is also what saved the life of Brooklyn Dotson. When she was 18 months old, she received a liver transplant, and the two families stayed connected. Now, Noah and Brooklyn are engaged. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
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The Kennedy Center’s board of trustees voted to add President Trump’s name to the facade of the performing arts center, more than two months after a judge ordered its removal, according to a Democrat who sits on the center’s board.
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Some Americans can now own short-barreled rifles, shotguns and silencers without registering them with the federal government after the Trump administration declined to pause a Texas judge’s ruling that deregulated the weapons. CBS News’ legal contributor Jessica Levinson offers her analysis.
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Sources tell CBS News that Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is in talks over a federal plea deal. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
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In “A Venn diagram of One: An American Story,” Lenny McAllister shares his vision for restoring the American Dream through hope, action and the power of the pivot. McAllister spoke with Major Garrett about the new book.
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Democratic leaders are meeting in Austin, Texas, this week to finalize the party’s 2028 presidential primary calendar. CBS News’ Fin Gómez has the details.
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Military families are reporting food shortages, broken plumbing, and mental health issues on the USS Abraham Lincoln. Earlier this month, a sailor on the ship went overboard and was safely rescued, officials say. The ship hasn’t visited a port in more than 200 days. CBS News’ Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
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Strife over the fate of the Strait of Hormuz continues amid the war with Iran. Plus, Democrats demand answers over conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln deployed overseas. Robert Murrett, a retired vice admiral in the U.S. Navy, shares his analysis.
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Singer Becky G was signed to a record label at just 14 years old. She spoke exclusively to “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King about her rise to fame, advocacy in her new music and major collaborations.
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Settling $15,000 in card debt could reduce what you owe, but the settlement fees will change the math considerably.
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