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Mother falls to her death from 140-foot Arizona cliff

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A woman fell 140 feet to her death while hiking on Bear Mountain in Sedona, a scenic Arizona mountain town and popular tourist destination.

Juror dismissed from Trump's "hush money" trial

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A juror selected for former President Donald Trump's "hush money" criminal trial has been dismissed after expressing concerns about being identified and her ability to remain impartial during the trial. CBS News' Graham Kates is following…

CD account beneficiaries: Everything to know

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CD account beneficiaries ensure the right person receives the money in a CD account if you die before it matures.

Exclusive discounts from CBS Mornings Deals

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On this edition of CBS Mornings Deals, Katie McGee shows us items that might just become essentials in your everyday life. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through…

Comedian Jay Jurden talks new TV special

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Jay Jurden's star has been on the rise for the last few years, landing him on multiple "Comics to Watch" lists. He was a writer on the Apple TV Plus show "The Problem with Jon Stewart." His comedy album "Jay Jurden, Y'all" debuted at No. 1…

Chris O'Dowd talks returning to "The Big Door Prize" for second season

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In the second season of "The Big Door Prize," Chris O'Dowd's character, Dusty, navigates new challenges as the mysterious Morpho Machine continues to transform his small town by revealing residents' potential lives.

Brittney Spencer talks rise to fame, Beyoncé collaboration

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After gaining significant attention from being featured on Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter," rising country artist Brittney Spencer joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her rise to fame.

New efforts to stop scammers from stealing through fraudulent wire transfers

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Americans are losing millions of dollars every year to scammers who steal money directly from their bank accounts, often through fraudulent wire transfers. U.S. senators are now pressing banks for answers about what they’re doing to stop…

Justice Department nears $100 million settlement with Nassar abuse survivors

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Nearly 100 survivors of former Team USA gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's sexual abuse are set to receive a $100 million settlement from the Justice Department following allegations of government negligence in investigating the complaints.

Investigation underway after 911 service disruption affects four states

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Overnight, an extensive outage impacted 911 services across parts of Nebraska, Texas, Nevada, and all of South Dakota, with emergency access only partially restored by midnight.

New report highlights missteps in response to devastating Maui wildfire

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Hawaii’s attorney general has released a report on the investigation into the devastating Maui wildfire that killed over 100 people. The nearly 400-page report raises questions regarding Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen and the response.

Cuban official blames U.S. for exodus of migrants, economic issues

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The U.S. economic blockade on Cuba is to blame for its migrant exodus, Cuba's Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío told CBS News in an exclusive interview. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has…

Eye Opener: Boeing faces alarming claims on Capitol Hill about safety standards

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Boeing faces alarming claims on Capitol Hill about safety standards. Also, House Speaker Mike Johnson faces intense pushback from his own party. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.

Tension among Israel and its allies continues as it considers response to Iran

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There are tensions on two fronts between Israel and many of its allies. Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pushing back against warnings of escalation when it comes to Iran, even as he continues to face criticism over the war in Gaza.

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TikTok ban bill is getting fast-tracked. Here's what to know.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson is including the TikTok divest-or-ban bill in an aid package for Ukraine and Israel.

Ashanti and Nelly engaged and expecting a baby

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The singers first dated in 2003​ and delighted fans when they rekindled their relationship in 2023.

What is a no-appraisal home equity loan?

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No-appraisal home equity loans can help you tap into your home equity faster. Here's how.

Trump "hush money" trial resumes: What to know

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Former President Donald Trump's New York "hush money" criminal trial resumes Thursday. Jury selection will continue with five jurors yet to be seated. Six alternate jurors will also be selected. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates…

Juror in Trump trial excused after expressing concerns about being identified

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A juror who was chosen to serve earlier this week said she "definitely has concerns now" after friends and family asked her if she was a juror.

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Jawbone of Marine killed in 1951 found in boy's rock collection

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A human jawbone containing several teeth was linked to a former U.S. Marine who died almost 75 years ago during a military exercise in California.

Indonesia officials warn of potential tsunami amid volcano eruption

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A cloud of black ash reached nearly two miles into the air on Thursday, officials said, as several people were reportedly hit by gravel and rocks, requiring "intensive treatment."

Sneak peek: Death by Eye Drops

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A caregiver is accused of poisoning her friend with eye drops. She says investigators got it wrong. "48 Hours" contributor Jericka Duncan reports Saturday, April 20 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.

Pesticides pose significant risk in 20% of fruits and veggies, report says

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Organic option is best when buying certain produce, especially blueberries, nonprofit group says in analysis of chemical residues.

Scotland halts prescription of puberty blocking hormones for minors

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A landmark review for Britain's National Health Service found young people have been let down by "remarkably weak" evidence backing medical interventions in gender care.

Jontay Porter banned from NBA for illegally betting on games

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For the first time in decades, an NBA player has been thrown out of the league for gambling. Toronto Raptors backup Jontay Porter is banned for life for illegally betting on games and giving confidential insider information to other…

911 outages reported in 4 states overnight

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An investigation into the outage is underway.

Whistleblower testifies about Boeing safety regulations

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Two Senate committee hearings Wednesday address the growing concern of Boeing’s safety regulations. Among the witnesses to testify was a longtime Boeing employee and whistleblower, Sam Salehpour, who has accused the company of lax safety…

Protesters gather outside Columbia University after its president testifies about antisemitism

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Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protesters gathered outside Columbia University Wednesday after a tense hearing on Capitol Hill over antisemitism on campus. The university’s president faced questions from House lawmakers.

Senate dismisses impeachment charges against DHS Secretary Mayorkas

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The Senate dismissed impeachment charges against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas shortly after his trial began Wednesday.

Prince William returns to public duty as Kate continues cancer treatment

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William, the Prince of Wales, spent weeks out of public view to be there for Kate as she undergoes treatment for an unspecified cancer.