The Uplift: A life well lived
David Begnaud remembers the late Judge Frank Caprio, who was known for his compassion in the courtroom. Plus, a California family gains a new surrogate grandmother. Find out how this blended family came to be.
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The Uplift: Michael Jordan's Home Court
A group of lucky basketball players get a chance to play on Michael Jordan's home court inside his former house. A family decides to move to a remote island and Steve Hartman explains why. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
The Uplift: What's your sign?
Mark Strassmann explores the ever-growing popularity of astrology. David Begnaud catches up with a 12-year-old businessman who is using his company to give back to his church. Plus, more heartwarming news.
The Uplift: Small but mighty
Two young girls from a small, remote town in Scotland want others to see how small but mighty they are – and so is their school. Despite only having two students, the girls say the school is worth it and are fighting to keep it running. Plus, more good news stories.
The Uplift: Finding purpose
David Begnaud introduces us to three different people who found their purpose in life. One, a custodian working to become a teacher. The other, a young woman who used her medical diagnosis to help others. The third, a man who is a so-called medical marvel. Plus, Lisa Ling sits down with Margaret Cho and Joel Kim Booster to talk comedy and the power of representation.
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Texas custodian Jessica Caldwell earned four degrees while working nights and raising four kids. A local mailman adopted a dog from his old route.
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Duo Team aiming to compete in 6th major marathon shares journey
Michael Sayih and Max Fink have finished the Chicago, New York, Boston, London and Berlin marathons together. They hope to complete the Tokyo Marathon this year.
The top 10 uplifting news stories of 2024
2024 was filled with breaking political news, international and domestic conflicts and world-changing events – but there was also heartwarming and good news. Here are the top 10 uplifting news stories of 2024.
Combating Parkinson's with rock climbing
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
Woman reuniting photos lost in Hurricane Helene with families who own them
After Hurricane Helene, Taylor Schenker found herself with about 200 family photos that didn't belong to her. Now, she's hoping to reunite them with the people they belong to.
A real-life Rosie the Riveter, Jennifer McMullen, turns 100
The "Rosies" were women recruited by U.S. defense manufacturers during WWII to help build tanks, ships and planes.
This blind teen hopes his singing will bring joy to others
In April, Sawyer McCarthy sang the national anthem at a Columbia Fireflies game, reaching millions of viewers — not only in America but around the world.
Why a London man named Bushe turns his neighbors' hedges into art
When Tim Bushe looks at a hedge, he sees "the shape within" the shrubbery - and then he teases it out with his trimmer to honor his late wife.
After being paralyzed, this 20-year-old competed in a marathon
Mason Branstrator has always been an athlete, but three years ago, he was paralyzed in a skiing accident. It hasn't stopped him from playing sports.
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After 15 years, this teacher and her star student still share a musical bond
Gia Martinez's first music class was 15 years ago, when she was a third grader at PS 48 in the Bronx. That happened to be the first year her teacher, Melissa Salguero, was teaching at the school. All these years later, the teacher still remembers her former start student — and they still share a musical bond.
Duo set to complete 6 major marathons
Michael Sayih and Max Fink have a special bond — they're regular racing partners who compete in countless 5K, Iron Man and marathon events all over the world. Michael has cerebral palsy, and started racing at 5 years old. Max has his own reason to race: to honor his mom, who died from breast cancer. He believes she brought him and Michael together. They are now attempting to complete all six Abbott World Marathon Majors. They only have one race left to reach their goal: Tokyo.
California couple's love surpassed all odds
For Elizabeth Wampler, it was not love or even like at first sight when she met her future husband. Now, 30 years later, she says her unfounded assumptions about his cerebral palsy were "wrong on all counts." In the week before Valentine's Day, CBS News is featuring stories about love that blossomed despite unimaginable odds. We call this series Love, Against All Odds.
Dogs stuck during fires saved by CBS News crew
It was a dramatic rescue. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti was contacted by a stranger who told him his three rescue dogs were stuck inside his Pacific Palisades house — alone — as the Palisades Fire closed in. Jonathan and his producer, who were reporting nearby, did not hesitate to help — risking their lives to save all three dogs.
Reuniting people with photos lost in Helene
After Hurricane Helene tore through six states, Taylor Schenker went for a walk in hard-hit Asheville, North Carolina. As she dug through the debris and mud, she found family photos that got lost in the storm. Now, she's hoping to use her Photos from Helene Instagram page to help reunite the images with the families who own them.
Ceramic donuts go viral
Jeff Nebeker celebrates the success of his viral ceramic donuts, which sold out in just three minutes after being posted by gallery owner Michelle O'Brien. Over 9,000 people are on the email list for the next restock.
Shania Twain brings 81-year-old fan onstage
Shania Twain invited an 81-year-old superfan – who has been attending her shows for 25 years – onstage at her concert in England.
Athlete paralyzed skiing completes marathon
Mason Branstrator's life changed when he was paralyzed at 17. But that hasn't stopped him from playing sports and competing in a marathon. Mason, 20, just completed the wheelchair race at Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, Minnesota.
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Cybercriminals hit some New Orleans area sheriff's office computer systems
An international cybercrime group is claiming responsibility for hacking the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office and holding its tech system for ransom.
Charlie Kirk suspect confessed to the killing in text to his roommate, prosecutor says
Court documents show the suspect's roommate found a note in their apartment that read, "I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it."
OpenAI introduces safety measures for ChatGPT users under 18
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
Growing number of affluent consumers shop at discount stores. Here's why.
Discount retailers like Walmart and Dollar Tree are seeing an influx of more upscale consumers, market research data shows.
Tesla faces federal safety probe over reports of faulty door handles
Highway safety regulators are investigating reports that malfunctioning door handles on some Tesla Model Y SUVs left passengers trapped.
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Growing number of affluent consumers shop at discount stores. Here's why.
Discount retailers like Walmart and Dollar Tree are seeing an influx of more upscale consumers, market research data shows.
Trump delays TikTok ban enforcement again ahead of expected China deal
The president signed an executive order Tuesday extending the pause on enforcing the law until at least Dec. 16.
Tesla faces federal safety probe over reports of faulty door handles
Highway safety regulators are investigating reports that malfunctioning door handles on some Tesla Model Y SUVs left passengers trapped.
Crash test results show safety ratings of popular electric vehicles
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tested how seven electric vehicles performed in collisions and avoiding pedestrians.
Target to expand next-day delivery to 35 more cities by end of October
The Minneapolis-based company says it will offer next-day delivery in 35 U.S. metro areas by the end of October.
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With ACA costs on the rise, Trump team promotes more limited plans
Tens of millions of people face sticker shock enrolling in Affordable Care Act insurance for 2026. To save money, the Trump administration wants them to consider less generous coverage.
Ousted CDC director to warn of "real risk" for vaccines for children if panel meets
Susan Monarez will testify before a Senate panel Wednesday about why she believes she was fired.
Parents testify to Congress on AI chatbots after their teens died by suicide
The families of teens who died by suicide spoke at a Senate hearing on the harms posed by AI chatbots.
Trump delays TikTok ban enforcement again ahead of expected China deal
The president signed an executive order Tuesday extending the pause on enforcing the law until at least Dec. 16.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with aggravated murder, could face death penalty
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, was charged with aggravated murder.
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With ACA costs on the rise, Trump team promotes more limited plans
Tens of millions of people face sticker shock enrolling in Affordable Care Act insurance for 2026. To save money, the Trump administration wants them to consider less generous coverage.
OpenAI introduces safety measures for ChatGPT users under 18
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
New CDC advisory panel members include more COVID vaccine critics
HHS and CDC announced five new members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices just days ahead of a scheduled meeting that's likely to discuss COVID vaccines and more.
Weighing the benefits and risks of hormone therapy for menopause symptoms
Research on hormone therapy for women going through menopause has changed over the past two decades. Here's what to know as the FDA weighs removing health warnings on some treatments.
Leading breast cancer surgeon sings to patients
Leading breast cancer surgeon, Dr. Laura Esserman, goes beyond expectations to make the operating room more comfortable for her patients. Elizabeth Cook has the story.
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China accuses Philippines of ship collision near disputed Scarborough shoal
China's coast guard has accused a Philippine ship of deliberately ramming one of its vessels near a disputed shoal in the South China Sea.
Study details Russia's "forced militarization" of abducted Ukrainian kids
Russia is subjecting abducted Ukrainian children to "forced militarization" at 210 facilities, even making them build drones, Yale researchers say.
Trump unlikely to escape Epstein scandal on historic state visit to U.K.
The ongoing fallout over Epstein is likely to follow Trump on his formal state visit to the U.K., which just lost its ambassador in D.C. to the scandal.
Divers recover artifacts from the Titanic's sister ship for first time
Thirty of the more than 1,060 people on board the Britannic died when the lifeboats they were in were struck by the ship's still-turning propellers.
U.S. lifts travel restrictions on Hungarian citizens
The Biden administration in 2021 imposed restrictions on Hungarian passport holders born outside of Hungary.
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Cardi B and Gayle King talk "drama"
In an interview with "CBS Mornings" airing Wednesday, Cardi B opens up to Gayle King about her new album "Am I the Drama?" and much more.
"All of You" stars on testing love
Actors Brett Goldstein and Imogen Poots join "CBS Mornings" to talk about their new film "All of You," a romantic drama about friendship, love and a test that claims to reveal your true soulmate.
Eugene Levy on new season of "The Reluctant Traveler"
Eugene Levy joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about season three of "The Reluctant Traveler," where he sets out to complete his own bucket list, beginning with Day of the Dead celebrations in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Robin Wright on "The Girlfriend"
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OpenAI introduces safety measures for ChatGPT users under 18
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
Parents testify to Congress on AI chatbots after their teens died by suicide
The families of teens who died by suicide spoke at a Senate hearing on the harms posed by AI chatbots.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Tesla faces federal safety probe over reports of faulty door handles
Highway safety regulators are investigating reports that malfunctioning door handles on some Tesla Model Y SUVs left passengers trapped.
Companies' impact on U.S.-China TikTok deal
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Smoke-dried remains found in Asia may be world's oldest mummies
Some ancient societies in Asia appear to have smoke-dried their dead, effectively mummifying them thousands of years earlier than their Egyptian counterparts, new research has found.
The significance of Mars rover's latest discovery
This week, NASA said scientists took the biggest step yet toward discovering whether there was ever life on Mars when a rock sample collected by the Mars rover Perseverance contained potential biosignatures, which could suggest ancient signs of life. Douglas Jerolmack, a professor of Earth and environmental science at the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the significance of the discovery.
Mars rocks may hold signs of ancient life
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Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Iguana shocks zookeepers with "virgin birth" of 8 hatchlings
"When we confirmed the eggs were fertile without any contact with a male, our jaws hit the floor," a U.K. zoo director said after an iguana gave birth to eight healthy babies.
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Cybercriminals hit some New Orleans area sheriff's office computer systems
An international cybercrime group is claiming responsibility for hacking the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office and holding its tech system for ransom.
Hackers attack Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office
A notorious ransomware group has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack at the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has the details.
Kirk suspect appears in court for first time
The man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk made his first appearance in court on Tuesday. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the details.
Kirk suspect makes first court appearance
The suspect in Charlie Kirk's assassination appeared virtually for his first court appearance in Utah on Tuesday. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen join with analysis.
Details of Kirk murder suspect's text messages
The man suspected of killing Charlie Kirk exchanged text messages with his roommate after carrying out the shooting at Utah Valley University, prosecutors said Tuesday. In a news conference, prosecutors laid out the suspect's actions after the deadly shooting. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Carter Evans have more.
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Mars rocks may hold signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life, according to scientists. Mark Strassmann reports.
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A notorious ransomware group has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack at the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has the details.
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The Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates, and decisions that shape household budgets will be explained in woolly-mouthed Fed speak. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
How Robert Redford changed Hollywood
Robert Redford filled the screen in films like "All the President's Men." He was Hollywood's quintessential leading man, turned Oscar-winning director and also became the patriarch of independent films. Variety's chief film critic Peter Debruge joins to discuss.
Robert Redford | 60 Minutes Archive
In an excerpt from a 60 Minutes interview in 2001, actor and Sundance founder Robert Redford discussed his career and his love for America. Redford died today at age 89.