Justice Department to start fast-tracking benefits fraud enforcement

The federal government plans to speed up the review of certain whistleblower complaints related to fraud against benefit programs like Medicare, federal officials told CBS News exclusively Wednesday. The officials said the move will help to fast-track fraud enforcement, a Trump administration priority. The U.S. Department of Justice reviews whistleblower complaints made under the False …

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How much money you need to earn to afford a home in 49 U.S. cities

Let’s start with the good news: U.S. workers’ pay is up roughly 4% this year, with median household income in April reaching roughly $88,000, according to government data. Now for the bad: That’s still nearly $30,000 short of what online real estate firm Redfin estimates Americans need to earn to afford a home. Households need …

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“48 Hours” probes murder of Aspen legend Nancy Pfister

Produced by Liza Finley [This story was first broadcast on March 7, 2015. It was updated on Dec. 19.] No one could believe it. Nancy Pfister, one of Aspen’s true originals, was dead. She was found bludgeoned in her own bedroom — her body bound with an electrical cord, wrapped in plastic garbage bags and …

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How much does a new HVAC system really cost in 2026?

A new HVAC system is one of the larger home expenses that many homeowners will face this year. Zimmytws/Getty Images Rising energy costs, higher equipment standards and persistent labor shortages have made home upgrades more expensive across the board this year. In turn, replacing a major system like HVAC equipment can feel especially daunting right …

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Zelenskyy asks Trump for more Patriot missiles in war against Russia

Zelenskyy asks Trump for more Patriot missiles in war against Russia – CBS News Watch CBS News Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sent a letter to President Trump over Memorial Day weekend asking for more Patriot missiles from the United States. CBS News’ Katrina Kaufman has more.