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The White House is moving forward with this weekend’s UFC Freedom 250 despite a pending court challenge. The event on the White House South Lawn is intended to celebrate the U.S.’ 250th birthday. “CBS Mornings” got a behind-the-scenes look at preparations.
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A manhunt is underway for an “armed and dangerous” suspect linked to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto after an officer was fatally shot.
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U.S. and Iran expected to have 60 days to reach deal upon letter of intent signing; Thune under pressure from Trump to fire Senate parliamentarian.
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The signing of the memorandum or letter of intent would kick off 60 days of talks to negotiate details of an enduring U.S.-Iran agreement.
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President Trump said the U.S. is closer than ever to an agreement with Iran. The agreement is not final, but President Trump said in the Oval Office that there could be a signing ceremony as early as this weekend. CBS News’ Natalie Brand and Eleanor Watson have more.
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In Tennessee, angry residents are looking to stop a proposed data center from being built right next to the Nashville Zoo, potentially exposing the animals to noise, fumes and bright lights. Skyler Henry reports.
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Severe weather broke out in the Midwest on Thursday, day three of a multi-day threat. More than 120 million people are in the path of potentially dangerous storms. In Des Moines, a man was killed after a tree broke apart and fell on him as storms passed through. Rob Marciano reports and has the forecast.
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President Trump has promised a deal with Iran several times over the past two months. Margaret Brennan reports on what’s included this time.
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Tom Mueller, Elon Musk’s first hire at SpaceX, expects the company’s IPO to help power a new era in space exploration.
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The U.S. men’s national soccer team, which last appeared at the 2022 World Cup, will face Paraguay to kick off its 2026 World Cup.
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