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Iran has fired air defenses at a major air base and a nuclear site near its central city of Isfahan after spotting drones. The early morning hit was in the city of Isfahan – where Iran has several nuclear sites but according to the UN's top Atomic Energy body there was no damage to the nuclear facilities.CBS News' data analysis found 425 bridges in 36 states over waterways used by large vessels had inadequate pier protection.A lizard population that once thrived in one mountain range in Arizona is now presumed to be extinct in that local habitat because of the warming temperatures of climate change. CBS News witnessed that discovery firsthandTaylor Swift is setting a new era with her 11th album, "The Tortured Poets Department" which dropped at midnight eastern Friday, April 19th.In "Kindness 101," where Steve Hartman and his children share stories built around kindness and character, and the people who've mastered those qualities. Today's lesson is purpose. This week, we find out how one widower was able to find a new purpose in life from an unlikely source."E! News" co-host Keltie Knight is revealing details about her private battle with a chronic health condition in hopes of helping others. The Emmy Award winner revealed last month that she was having a hysterectomy to treat a chronic and severe form of anemia. She spoke candidly about the decision on Instagram.Renée Fleming is a five-time Grammy winner, a Kennedy Center honoree and a longtime advocate for the healing power of the arts. For her new book "Music and Mind," Fleming collected essays from leading scientists, artists and health care providers. They look at the powerful impact that music and the arts can have on our health.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.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.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 it.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.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.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 on iTunes in 2020. We asked the up-and-coming comedian to meet us at one of his favorite spots for his first TV interview — and for a little surprise.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Meta's Global Head of Safety Antigone Davis discuss the “Know 2 Protect” campaign. It aims to provide parents and young people with information about how to prevent exploitation and abuse, how to report incidents and provide resources for victims and survivors.An 81-year-old man is charged with murder after thinking the victim was connected to a scam. William Brock received a threatening call last month from someone demanding money. The scammers also called Loletha Hall, an Uber driver, to pick up a package from Brock’s home. Brock confronted Hall with a gun, believing she was connected to the threats. He is now charged with her murder.A controversial decision by leaders at the University of Southern California relates to the debate raging on many U.S. campuses over the war in Gaza. The school says it's canceling a planned graduation speech by its valedictorian, Asna Tabassum, due to safety concerns. This follows the online response to a pro-Palestinian link that Tabassum posted on her Instagram account.Actor Hilarie Burton Morgan, renowned for her roles in "One Tree Hill" and "White Collar," is back with the second season of her docuseries, "True Crime Story: It Couldn't Happen Here." Each episode delves into a different murder case in small American towns, bringing attention to often-overlooked stories.Actor and comedian Wayne Brady, a five-time Emmy winner, and award-winning recording artist Deborah Cox join "CBS Mornings" to talk about taking the stage in the new Broadway revival of "The Wiz."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No jurors were selected on the first day of former President Donald Trump’s "hush money" trial. Out of the first batch of 96 prospective jurors who were sworn in and questioned, more than half were excused, many after saying they could not be fair and impartial. CBS News' Robert Costa reports on the latest and CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman breaks down the start of Donald Trump’s “hush money” trial and what to expect.Meanwhile, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments over whether to throw out a charge filed against Trump and hundreds of defendants from the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.CBS News investigates illicit marijuana grow operations tied to Chinese criminal networks in Maine.Jury selection for the trial of Karen Read begins Tuesday. She is accused of murdering her police officer boyfriend in January of 2022. She has pleaded not guilty. The case has exploded across the Boston area. Her defense team claims someone else killed O'Keefe, and that she is being framed in a coverup conspiracy involving multiple other law enforcement agencies.Recognized as one of CMT's "Next Women of Country," Tanner Adell's career soared after her appearances on Beyoncé's latest album. With a 1,500% spike in Spotify listeners and a new single, "Whiskey Blues," Adell is quickly becoming a standout in the country-pop scene.Award-winning author Salman Rushdie describes his new memoir as a "reckoning." In 2022, he was stabbed in the neck and abdomen more than a dozen times in western New York and lost sight in his right eye. In Rushdie's new memoir, "Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder," he writes about the attack. He and his wife, poet and author Rachel Eliza Griffiths, join "CBS Mornings" for their first joint live interview.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles on Israel over the weekend. Nearly all projectiles were stopped by Israel’s air defenses, helped by the U.S. and other allies. Samantha Vinograd, CBS News national security contributor and former assistant secretary for Counterterrorism and Threat Prevention at DHS, explains the conflict between Israel and Iran, and what the U.S. could do next.White House national security communications adviser John Kirby speaks about the U.S. response to Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend.A look at the potential disruptions to the global economy, including impacts on oil markets after Iran's unprecedented launch of more than 300 missiles and drones toward Israel on Saturday.David Begnaud has the story of an unlikely friendship at a Massachusetts elementary school, proving that words are not always necessary to form a special connection.Morgan Price, a gymnast from Fisk University, has vaulted into history by becoming the first athlete from a historically Black college or university to win a national collegiate gymnastics championship. She joins "CBS Mornings" along with her mother to talk about her historic win.Author Alua Arthur helps people prepare for the end of their lives. Her new book is called, "Briefly Perfectly Human: Making an Authentic Life by Getting Real About the End." It offers lessons learned from clients and her own experiences.This week on CBS’s hit comedy "Ghosts," Rebecca Wisocky returns as the Gilded Age socialite Hetty, revealing surprising details about her character's past.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

O.J. Simpson, the former football star and central figure of a sensational 1995 murder trial, passed away from prostate cancer. Simpson was found not guilty of killing his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman. The charges, the trial and the verdict exposed a dramatic divide among Americans along racial and cultural lines. Bill Rhoden, a columnist for ESPN's "Andscape" who covered Simpson for decades, talks to "CBS Mornings" about Simpson's complicated legacy.Gen. Charles "C.Q." Brown Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the nation's highest ranking military officer, is someone President Biden relies on for advice on how to handle some of the world’s most dangerous situations. He discussed his position and major issues facing the U.S. with CBS Mornings.Ryan Sheckler, celebrated as one of the most influential skateboarders and the youngest gold medalist at the X Games, announces exclusively on "CBS Mornings" his new role as a commentator for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.Country music artist ERNEST talks to “CBS Mornings” about releasing his new album, “Nashville, Tennessee.” He opened up about his life journey that took unexpected turns and led him to a career in the spotlight.In the “CBS Mornings” series, Kindness 101, Steve Hartman and his children share stories built around kindness and character and the people who've mastered those qualities. Today's lesson is altruism. This week, we hear a story about a young man who finds a 20-dollar bill in a Cracker Barrel parking lot. What he decides to do with it is priceless.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The White House is announcing new gun safety reform with plans to close the so-called "gun show loophole." Officials in the Biden administration say that under the new rule background screenings will soon be required before anyone can buy guns online or in person at gun shows.Amanda Knox is facing a new trial Thursday in Italy for slander. It stems from a wrongful accusation she made in 2007 while being questioned about the death of her roommate, Meredith Kercher. She was later convicted of murder, then exonerated.The U.S. is counting on Japan to help counter China's spread of influence. Japan's increasing military presence on their island of Ishigaki is upsetting locals. If China attacks Taiwan and the U.S. steps in, Japan could end up in the fight, putting Ishigaki on the front line.CBS Sports is set to broadcast the esteemed Masters Tournament for the 69th consecutive year, featuring the iconic Augusta National Golf Club. Jim Nantz will lead the coverage for his 39th consecutive year. He joins "CBS Mornings" to preview the big match.Musician John Legend is committed to highlighting diverse voices and co-founded the publishing company, Get Lifted Books. The imprint is out with a new memoir by wildlife ecologist, Rae Wynn-Grant, titled "Wild Life: Finding My Purpose in an Untamed World." It follows her adventures in the wild as a scientist over her 20-year career, and the challenges she overcame."NCIS" star Wilmer Valderrama joins "CBS Mornings" as the iconic franchise celebrates 1,000 episodes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Arizona Supreme Court reinstated an abortion law from the 1860s that is a near-total ban. There is no exception for rape or incest, the law says, but is an exception to save the life of the mother. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the 4-2 decision.The Biden administration has announced the first-ever national standard for drinking water. The White House says it will protect 100 million Americans from harmful chemicals coming out of their taps.Americans estimate they’ll need $1.46 million saved to retire comfortably, according to a new study. That’s a 53% increase from what people thought they needed just four years ago. Business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how you can save more for retirement.Bestselling author and MacArthur "Genius" Grant recipient Hanif Abdurraqib joins us to talk about his new book "There's Always This Year" -- a book that he aimed to make unlike any he'd ever seen before. It mixes the story of LeBron's rise, departure and return to Cleveland with personal narrative, poetry and prose on themes like grief, longing, community and Boys II Men.Marcus King’s new album takes a personal look at the darkest days of his mental health journey. It also focuses on the Grammy-nominated musician’s hope found through therapy and music.Bestselling author and MacArthur "Genius" Grant recipient Hanif Abdurraqib joins us to talk about his new book "There's Always This Year" -- a book that he aimed to make unlike any he'd ever seen before. It mixes the story of LeBron's rise, departure and return to Cleveland with personal narrative, poetry and prose on themes like grief, longing, community and Boys II Men.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The largest dam removal project in U.S. history is happening along the Klamath River, which flows from southern Oregon to the Pacific Ocean. The project serves a crucial role in helping to revive America’s salmon population. Last year, the Pacific salmon season was canceled.More than 1 million women in the U.S. become menopausal each year, but there is still a stigma around it. Dr. Sharon Malone is an OB-GYN and the chief medical adviser of "Alloy Women's Health." In her new book, "Grown Woman Talk," she gets candid about aging and urges women to advocate for their health without shame.The UConn Huskies once again are on top, winning their second consecutive national championship by beating Purdue, 75 - 60 on Monday night to cap off one of the dominant runs in NCAA Tournament history. Head coach Danny Hurley joins Nate Burleson to discuss his team's back-to-back wins.Transitioning from melodies to storytelling, Maren Morris, together with her best friend and former English teacher Karina Argow, introduce "Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure," a children's book that explores themes of independence and friendship through Addie's first solo journey, with the help of her loyal garden companions.Juanes is an acclaimed recording artist with nearly a dozen studio albums under his belt. His most recent album won "Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album" at the Grammys. Lilia Luciano met him at Rudy's Music in New York City during a stop on his tour.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the total solar eclipse captivates viewers across the nation, several cities within the path of totality are seizing the moment to host mass weddings. In Russellville, Arkansas, preparations are underway to help hundreds of couples exchange vows against the backdrop of this rare celestial event.Bill Nye joins “CBS Mornings” to explain the crucial role of solar eclipse glasses in safely enjoying the spectacle, and the science that makes it all possible.As March Madness reaches its thrilling conclusion, the stage is set for a monumental matchup between top seeds UConn and Purdue in the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship.Country music's superstar Jelly Roll celebrated a remarkable night at the CMT Music Awards, securing wins for Video of the Year, Male Video of the Year, and CMT Performance of the Year. He joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his big wins.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.