New wildfires break out in Southern California
At least a dozen more wildfires broke out in Southern California over the last 24 hours, prompting evacuation orders for tens of thousands of people. Matt Gutman reports.
New wildfires spark in California as the Sandy Fire spreads
New wildfires spark in California as the Sandy Fire spreads – CBS News Watch CBS News Several fires sparked in the past day in California as firefighters continue to battle the Sandy Fire in Simi Valley. CBS News’ Matt Gutman reports.
Six Tax Tips You Should Start Thinking About Now
Now that tax season is over, you’re probably tempted to not think about taxes again until next year. That could be a costly mistake. Asking the right questions throughout the year could help you financially come next tax season. In the long run, this could have a substantial impact on your wealth. Don’t assume the …
IRS barred from probing claims against Trump, his company or sons after DOJ settlement
A one-page addendum to a Justice Department settlement, signed by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, stipulates that the Internal Revenue Service is barred from pursuing claims against President Trump, his company or his sons based on prior tax returns. Joe Garrison, a White House correspondent for USA Today, joins CBS News with more details.
Trump Scores Another Win Against Republican Rival With Rep. Thomas Massie’s Primary Loss
President Donald Trumpscored another win Tuesday against a Republican rival, dislodging Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s primary and knocking out one of his most outspoken critics on Capitol Hill. Massie has been a particularly difficult thorn in Trump’s side, pushing for the release of the Epstein files, opposing the war with Iran and voting against …
Massie becomes latest Trump enemy to lose primary
Kentucky Republican Rep. Thomas Massie has lost his primary race against Trump-backed Ed Gallrein. This comes after several states held elections to narrow the field of candidates before the midterms. CBS News’ Fin Gómez, Taurean Small and Anthony Salvanto report.
This Year’s Most Endangered Historic Places Nod to America 250 and the Promise of Equality for All
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Stonewall National Monument, the President’s House Site and the Women’s Rights National Historic Park are among 11 sites on this year’s annual list of the most endangered historic places in the United States compiled by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The 2026 list, announced Wednesday, marks America’s 250th anniversary with …
Kansas Farmers Pulled by Weather Extremes and Growing Costs, Wheat Crop Could Be Worst Since 1972
MONTEZUMA, Kan. (AP) — Orville Williams has had a healthy wheat crop on his 2,600-acre farm in Montezuma, Kansas, every year since he was a teenager. It hasn’t always been easy. For instance, there were challenging economic times through the 1980s and various degrees of drought affecting his yield through the years. But this season …
Right-Wing Fujimori Leads Voter Intentions in Peru’s Presidential Runoff, Poll Shows
LIMA, May 20 (Reuters) – Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori leads voter intentions in Peru’s June 7 presidential runoff election against leftist Roberto Sanchez, a new Ipsos Peru poll showed on Wednesday. Fujimori would secure 39% of the votes, while Sanchez is predicted to obtain 35% in the runoff vote, according to the opinion poll, which …
George Soros’ Foundations Pledge $300M for US Democracy Amid Attacks on Nonprofits
NEW YORK (AP) — George Soros ’ Open Society Foundations pledged $300 million Wednesday toward initiatives it says will defend democratic rights and advance economic security in the U.S. over the next five years. “We are continuing our work unabated. We will not be intimidated into silence,” said Laleh Ispahani, managing director for the U.S. …