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U.S. birth rate drops to record low, ending pandemic uptick

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CDC's provisional figures show a 2% decline in births from 2022 to 2023.

4/24: CBS Evening News

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Pope Francis says “negotiated peace is better than a war without end”; A tour of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City

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18 indicted in alleged 2020 fake Arizona elector scheme

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An Arizona grand jury indicted 18 people in connection with an alleged attempt to use alternate electors after the 2020 election.

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4/24: The Daily Report with John Dickerson

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John Dickerson reports on U.S. foreign aid finally getting the seal of approval, a new set of rules for airlines, and the logic behind teacher layoffs despite shortages.

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Are dating apps making it easier for romance scammers?

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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.

Former national security adviser weighs in on Ukraine aid and Russia

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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…

Secretary Buttigieg unpacks new rules on airline fees and refunds

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The Transportation Department announced new rules Wednesday requiring airlines to issue automatic cash refunds for flight cancelations or delays, delayed baggage returns and services like Wi-Fi or seat selection that are paid for but not…

Schools across U.S. announce teacher layoffs

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American schools are facing layoffs as enrollment falls and pandemic-era aid dries up. CBS News reporter Bo Erickson has the details.

What to expect when Trump "hush money" trial resumes Thursday

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Testimony is expected to resume Thursday in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins with more.

Ukrainian ambassador discusses $61 billion aid package

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After months of negotiations, debate and Capitol Hill visits from foreign leaders, a much-anticipated foreign aid bill finally became law Wednesday with President Biden's signature. Oksana Markarova, Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S., joins…

Supreme Court appears divided over Idaho emergency abortion case

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The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday over an Idaho abortion law that could have an impact on emergency room care in that state and beyond. CBS News legal correspondent Jan Crawford unpacks the proceedings.

Effort to repeal Arizona abortion law heads to state Senate

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Arizona lawmakers moved forward Wednesday in their efforts to repeal a Civil War-era law that bans all abortions except to save the woman's life. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has the details.

House Speaker Mike Johnson calls on Columbia University president to resign

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House Speaker Mike Johnson visited Columbia University on Wednesday as pro-Palestinian protests continued on the campus. CBS News' Nancy Chen spoke with the speaker about the demonstrations.

Hamas releases video appearing to show Israeli-U.S. hostage

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A U.S. official confirmed to CBS News that there are five American hostages believed to be alive and held by Hamas. Hamas released a propaganda video Wednesday that appears to show U.S.-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin. CBS News chief…

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Sizable Haley vote in Pennsylvania may signal trouble for Trump

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Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley won more than 16% of the vote in Pennsylvania's Republican primary on Tuesday despite no longer being in the 2024 race. Anthony Salvanto, Matt Gorman and Caitlin Huey-Burns join "America Decides…

Secret Service agent assigned to Kamala Harris exhibits "distressing behavior"

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Two sources briefed on the situation told CBS News the agent spouted gibberish, was speaking incoherently and provoked another officer physically.

Biden eyes Latino vote amid jump in Trump support

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President Biden and his reelection campaign clearly state they need Latino support this November. However, several polls in recent months have revealed an increasing number of Latino voters preferring former President Donald Trump. CBS…

White House slams Republicans for stalling foreign aid

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President Biden signed a $95 billion foreign aid package Wednesday, hours after it cleared the Senate. The majority is earmarked for the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas wars. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Nikole Killion have the latest.

Pro-Palestinian protests at U.S. colleges intensify

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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…

A tour of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City

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"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.

Pope Francis says "negotiated peace is better than a war without end"

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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…

Supreme Court hears arguments on Idaho abortion ban

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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…

U.S. Catholics and their relationship to the church

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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.

"CBS Evening News" headlines for Wednesday, April 24, 2024

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Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."

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5th person charged in killing of 2 Kansas moms, officials say

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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.

Pope Francis says "a negotiated peace is better than a war without end"

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In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, Pope Francis called for "negotiated peace" in Ukraine and Gaza, noting the devastating effects war has on children.

The best floor fans of 2024 will keep you cool in the hot days to come

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These best cooling floor fans from Dyson, Honeywell, Black+Decker and more will cool you in the months ahead.

New Jersey Rep. Donald Payne Jr. dies at age 65

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New Jersey Rep. Donald Payne Jr. has died at the age of 65. The Democrat was first elected in 2012 to represent the state's 10th Congressional District, which includes the city of Newark. Errol Barnett has more.

Wednesday, Apr 24

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Chicago "rat hole" removed from sidewalk, but preserved intact

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The rat hole had been there for several years—some estimate around 20—but gained fame on social media just this year.

Beyoncé sends 2-year-old Philippines boy flowers after viral video

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Two-year-old Tyler Fabregas asked his mother "Where's Beyoncé​?" in a viral TikTok video​ she posted last week from Manila.