Senate nears approving Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court nomination – CBS News Watch CBS News Support from two more Republican senators is moving Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson closer to confirmation as a Supreme Court justice. A final vote could come this week. Nikole Killion reports. View CBS News In […]
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How the price of crude oil affects local operators in America
As drivers face sticker shock at the pump, “CBS Mornings” is taking a closer look at how U.S. oil production relates to soaring gas prices. AAA says the national average for a gallon of gas is now $4.24. But the benchmark price of crude oil, which is much more important […]
Two officers charged in contraband smuggling scheme at Rikers Island
Two New York City correction officers are accused of smuggling contraband to gang members at Rikers Island Correctional Facilities, the Department of Justice announced Tuesday. Four other people, including two then-inmates at the facility, have also been charged for their alleged roles in the operation. According to a criminal complaint, […]
Oklahoma lawmakers pass bill to make most abortions illegal
Oklahoma lawmakers pass bill to make most abortions illegal – CBS News Watch CBS News The Oklahoma Legislature approved a bill that makes almost all abortions illegal in the state. The bill makes performing an abortion a felony with a penalty of up to 10 years in prison. View CBS […]
Tornado outbreak lashes South
Tornado outbreak lashes South – CBS News Watch CBS News Millions of Americans are in the path of a dangerous storm in the South. There are already reports of tornadoes. Mark Strassmann shares more on the damage in Georgia. View CBS News In Be the first to know Get browser […]
Top U.S. military officer expects Ukraine conflict to be “measured in years”
The highest ranking military officer in the U.S. said Tuesday that he expects the conflict in Ukraine to last years. “I do think this is a very protracted conflict, and I think it’s measured in years. I don’t know about decade, but at least years for sure,” Chairman of the […]
JetBlue makes a bid for Spirit Airlines, potentially sparking bidding war
JetBlue Airways has offered to buy Spirit Airlines for about $3.6 billion and break up a plan for Spirit to merge with rival budget carrier Frontier Airlines. Spirit said Tuesday that its board will evaluate the JetBlue bid and decide what’s best for its shareholders. JetBlue offered $33 per share […]
What is a no-fly zone, and why won’t the U.S. enforce one over Ukraine?
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began just over one month ago, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made numerous pleas to NATO and its allies to impose a no-fly zone over the country. In an impassioned address to a joint session of the U.S. Congress, Zelenskyy said it was vital to […]
Police capture fox after “reports of aggressive fox encounters” near U.S. Capitol
Police in Washington, D.C., have captured a small fox after receiving multiple reports of people being attacked or bitten on Capitol grounds. Capitol police tweeted photos of the now-caged fox on Tuesday afternoon with the caption “Captured.” #BREAKING: Captured. pic.twitter.com/LJAn2ZjH9J — U.S. Capitol Police (@CapitolPolice) April 5, 2022 The fox’s […]
Here’s how Western sanctions are pummelling Russia’s economy
A month into the most severe and coordinated sanctions by Western governments, Russia’s economy is showing signs of cracking. With the ruble seesawing in value against the dollar and many educated Russians reportedly fleeing the nation, Russia’s economy is facing a contraction unlike any it’s ever seen before. “The current […]