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Trump scales back South Korea drills as USS Abraham Lincoln nears 9-month deployment amid Iran standoff

Aug 17, 2026

CBS News segment features national security analyst Aaron MacLean discussing sailor reports of difficult conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln after 200+ days at sea without port calls during extended combat support. It covers the expired 60-day Iran MOU with ongoing Hormuz clashes and disputed oil transit claims. The discussion addresses Trump's recent scaling back of joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with Kim Jong Un and Seoul's reluctance on Hormuz support, alongside tensions with the current South Korean government. It also examines Jared Kushner's Middle East trip for Gaza talks, including meetings with Hamas and Netanyahu, and low prospects for disarmament agreement.

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B+ Grade

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Prosecutors name Suge Knight on 200-witness list for Keefe D Davis Tupac trial

Aug 17, 2026

CBS News segment covers the start of the murder trial for Duane 'Keefe D' Davis, charged with orchestrating Tupac Shakur's 1996 Las Vegas drive-by killing. Davis has pleaded not guilty; prosecutors plan to rely on his own prior statements and a 2019 book.

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Europe battles fifth 2026 heatwave with wildfires in Croatia, Belgium and record Danube lows

Aug 16, 2026

CBS News segment covers Europe's fifth heatwave since May 2026, widespread drought affecting half the continent, and multiple wildfires. Reporter Ramy Inocencio details blazes in Croatia (evacuations, one death), Belgium (largest on record), Spain (military protecting historical sites), and low Danube levels in Budapest. UK issues fire warnings; temperatures are forecast to drop but drought persists.

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Optum pediatric ophthalmologist urges annual eye exams for schoolchildren

Aug 16, 2026

CBS News segment profiles second-grader Madison Kimch, whose astigmatism was caught in a routine exam, and features Dr. Kenneth Sorcin of Optum Long Island Pediatric Ophthalmology. He recommends annual comprehensive eye exams, notes vision accounts for about 80% of learning, warns of misdiagnosis risks with attention issues, and highlights rising myopia from early screen use and reduced outdoor time. Advice includes the 20-20-25 screen break rule and encouraging children to report vision trouble. Report ends on preparation for the school year.

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B+ Grade

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California and other states require disclosure for AI-altered real estate listing photos

Aug 16, 2026

The segment covers growing use of AI in home listings to add furniture, change windows, alter lighting, and redesign spaces on platforms like Zillow. It highlights risks of deception and quotes real estate attorney Adam Leitman Bailey on regulatory gaps and broker Andrew Azoulay distinguishing virtual staging from misleading changes. Some states are issuing warnings and considering license actions. Officials advise buyers to inspect properties in person rather than relying on photos. The report tests AI tools showing added staircases and walls.

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Rick Caruso reopens Palisades Village mall after $100 million restoration post-2025 fire

Aug 15, 2026

CBS News reports on the reopening of Palisades Village luxury mall in Pacific Palisades, California, nearly 19 months after the January 2025 Palisades Fire. The segment highlights a ribbon-cutting, $100 million-plus restoration funded by developer Rick Caruso, interviews with him and a chef, and contrasts the mall's revival with slow home rebuilding. It also notes broader U.S. wildfire activity including fires in North Texas and Utah.

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Indiana requests federal aid after floods kill 5 amid Midwest storms

Aug 15, 2026

CBS Evening News segment covers severe flooding across the Midwest, focusing on Indiana where at least five deaths occurred and the state requested federal aid after heavy rainfall. Reporter Lana Zak reports from Iowa City on saturated ground and ongoing storm risks, with examples from Indianapolis rescues, Anderson homes destroyed by the White River, and impacts in Illinois, Utah, and Iowa.

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B+ Grade

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Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking in Thompson killing; USS Lincoln nears record deployment

Aug 14, 2026

The CBS News 'The Takeout' segment opened with Luigi Mangione's federal guilty plea to stalking charges in the December 2024 murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, featuring prosecutor and defense statements plus legal analysis on sentencing and New York double jeopardy. It then covered the USS Abraham Lincoln's record deployment in the Iran conflict, with reports of crew fatigue, supply shortages, and the incoming USS George Washington replacement, including interviews with CBS correspondents and discussion of military strain, Ukraine exercises, and sanctions. Later segments addressed the Trump-appointed Kennedy Center board's vote to rename with Trump's name and close for two years, a ProPublica report on a failed $533 million artillery plant, Italian art recovery, and a panel reacting to JD Vance's comments on young voters and socialism.

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Indiana Governor Declares Statewide Disaster Emergency Amid Historic Flooding

Aug 13, 2026

The CBS News segment reports on Indiana Gov. Mike Braun's statewide disaster emergency declaration following days of heavy rain and flash flooding that collapsed roads, destroyed homes, and left more than 250,000 customers without power. Correspondent Ian Lee reports live from Anderson, Indiana, showing the White River overtaking homes and a resident who lost his uninsured renovation. Residents in nearby Pendleton filled sandbags ahead of rivers peaking around 2 a.m. The report notes some areas received about a foot of rain since Monday and warns that millions in neighboring states could see another 4+ inches. Sourcing relies on direct observation, an on-camera homeowner interview, local officials via the correspondent, the National Weather Service, and poweroutage.us. No named experts beyond the reporter and anchor; emphasis on real-time visuals and community response rather than broader analysis.

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B Grade

Political Lean 35% Left-leaning

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DHS Plans Up to $20M Purchase of Electric Shock Gloves for ICE Agents

Aug 13, 2026

The CBS Los Angeles segment reports on a Department of Homeland Security plan to equip ICE officers with electric shock gloves manufactured by Compliant Technologies. It includes a demonstration of the gloves, which deliver a non-penetrating shock via skin contact when activated, positioned as a less-lethal option similar to a Taser but without probes. Reporter Leslie Marin interviews Javier Hernandez of the Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice, who raises concerns about increased ICE aggression and a prior San Bernardino shooting, alongside retired LAPD Captain Paul Vernon who sees potential for quicker, safer arrests if paired with policy and training. Sourcing relies on a recent DHS acquisition notice, manufacturer claims, and a DHS statement affirming review for consistency with standards. The ACLU is quoted opposing the device due to lack of confidence in appropriate use by ICE. Graphics show the demonstration and restrictions; the piece notes rising ICE arrests in the Inland Empire.

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B Grade

Political Lean 15% Right-leaning

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CBS projects Flanagan, Crowley, Demuth wins in Minnesota and Wisconsin primaries

Aug 12, 2026

The broadcast reported CBS News projections from August 11, 2026 primaries in multiple states. Key calls included a South Carolina Senate Republican runoff between Darlene Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman; Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley defeating Democratic Socialist Franchesca Hong for the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial nomination to face Rep. Tom Tiffany; and Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan defeating a more moderate Democrat for the Senate nod to face Michele Tafoya. It also covered Minnesota's Republican gubernatorial primary where Lisa Demuth defeated Mike Lindell, setting up a race against Sen. Amy Klobuchar, and noted the state's first female governor. Correspondent Jonah Kaplan discussed the contests as referendums on Democratic handling of a major fraud scandal, immigration enforcement, the economy, and an Iran war casualty from Minnesota.

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B+ Grade

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CBS reports on Colombia's 7.4 quake rescues as death toll climbs past 180

Aug 12, 2026

The CBS News segment reports live from Colombia days after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the western part of the country on August 10, 2026. Correspondent Lilia Luciano describes scenes of hope and heartbreak in Pereira, with crowds in silence watching rescue teams use hand signals, dogs, and machinery to search rubble. It highlights specific rescues including a young woman in Pereira cheered by crowds, a woman pulled from rubble in Cali, and a two-month-old baby found alive. An interview with volunteer Craig Deon captures the emotional moment of a successful extraction. The report also features an elderly woman named Fabiola who lost her home and notes swift national government response contrasted with difficulties in the impoverished, hard-to-reach Chocó department due to poor infrastructure and armed groups.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

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Chris Clancy Testifies Lindsay Was 'Very Good' Mother in Day 8 of Her Murder Trial

Aug 6, 2026

The CBS News segment covered day eight of Lindsay Clancy's murder trial in Plymouth Superior Court. Prosecutors argue she knowingly strangled her three children—Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and Callan, 8 months—in January 2023. Her defense claims she is not criminally responsible due to overmedication and extreme postpartum psychosis. Testimony centered on her character as a mother and prior expressions of mental health struggles. Reporter Chanel Call highlighted Christopher Clancy (Patrick Clancy's father and Lindsay's former father-in-law), who described her as 'very mothering,' protective, 'very good,' and part of an 'all-American family.' Cross-examination by both sides elicited similar positive portrayals. Friends, a childhood acquaintance of nearly 30 years, and former co-workers testified she was a caring mother who had confided in them about postpartum difficulties and efforts to seek care. The jury's key decision is criminal responsibility rather than the facts of the killings, which Clancy has admitted.

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Bank of America data shows 5% spending rise in 2026 World Cup host cities

Aug 6, 2026

The CBS News segment reports on a new Bank of America Institute analysis of credit and debit card transaction data during the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup. It highlights a roughly 5% year-over-year increase in spending in U.S. host cities, with non-locals (visitors from outside the local CBSA) driving a 17% rise. Senior economist David Tinsley explains that visitor spending, particularly in restaurants and bars, moved the needle most, with Kansas City seeing the largest 7% boost due to its smaller size and high-profile teams. The discussion also covers demographic patterns showing stronger gains among lower-income consumers and Gen Z. Sourcing relies entirely on Bank of America's aggregated, anonymized data from tens of millions of consumer and small-business accounts. Tinsley is interviewed live; no outside experts or critics appear. The report notes methodology details such as distinguishing locals from visitors by home address proximity and excludes cash, international cards in some cuts, and broader GDP effects.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

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SpaceX Reports $7.8B Q2 Revenue, Beats Expectations in First Public Earnings

Aug 4, 2026

The CBS News segment covered SpaceX's first quarterly earnings report since its June 2026 IPO, highlighting $7.8 billion in Q2 revenue that nearly doubled prior results and beat analyst expectations. It attributed growth to AI computing deals and Starlink satellite expansion, noted the IPO opened at $135 per share making Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire, and reported the stock closed at $125 before dropping in after-hours trading. Correspondent Kelly O'Grady discussed takeaways including strong future potential in space travel, AI, and internet services, Musk's more measured tone compared to past Tesla commentary, investor concerns over AI spending, and indirect exposure for average Americans through Nasdaq-100 index funds in 401(k)s. The report relied on the company's earnings release and Musk's comments, with no named external analysts beyond the correspondent. Graphics referenced stock performance and revenue; the throughline focused on the positive beat tempered by valuation worries and long-term ambitions like a lunar colony.

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A- Grade

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Berlin Pride attack suspect Abdul Ballout was in deradicalization program prior to disqualification

Jul 27, 2026

The segment covers the July 2026 Berlin Pride parade vehicle attack that killed one woman and injured 29 others. It identifies the 21-year-old German-born suspect Abdul Ballout, details his ISIS ties, prior conviction for preparing violence and sharing propaganda, suspended sentence, and mandated participation in a deradicalization program. The broadcast explains Germany's deradicalization efforts since the 2000s, shifts toward jihadist cases after 2010, the role of the Violence Prevention Network NGO in providing housing and jobs, and a BAMF hotline that generated over 3,000 cases. It includes commentary from program communications director Cornelisa Lotthammer and expert Bill Braniff on early intervention and recidivism.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Right-leaning

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DNC Chair Ken Martin faces HR complaint and cash shortfall ahead of midterms

Jul 27, 2026

CBS News panel with Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican Jesse Arm discusses recent New York Times reporting on DNC Chair Ken Martin. Segments cover an alleged phone-throwing incident leading to an HR complaint, the DNC's reported debt, visibility and leadership shortcomings, and broader party divisions between establishment and progressive factions. They also address polling on Trump tax policies, generic ballot numbers, voter motivation gaps, and the Maine Senate race after Graham Platner's withdrawal.

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A- Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

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Trump to host Netanyahu and Zelenskyy amid US-Iran strike pause and Hormuz talks

Jul 27, 2026

The segment covers the US pause in strikes on Iran after nearly two weeks, linked by sources to Oman-Iran diplomatic progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. It previews upcoming White House meetings: Israeli PM Netanyahu's first with Trump since the war began, and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's visit. Background includes past Trump-Netanyahu friction, a US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal now conditioned on Abraham Accords, and Ukraine's weekend strike on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea transporting military cargo to Russia. Correspondent Nancy Cordes provides analysis from the White House lawn.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

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CBS News poll shows majority disapproval of Trump economy and Iran handling ahead of midterms

Jul 26, 2026

The segment reports on a new CBS News poll released near the 100-day mark before the 2026 midterms. It highlights disapproval of President Trump's handling of the economy (nearly two-thirds), inflation (over 70%), and prices, alongside public views on the ongoing US-Iran conflict that began February 28, 2026.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 8% Left-leaning

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CBS reports Pentagon munitions strain and Jordan casualties as US-Iran war pauses

Jul 26, 2026

The segment covers the fifth month of the US-Iran war, noting a two-day pause in strikes linked to diplomatic progress. It highlights Pentagon concerns over dwindling air defense and other munitions stockpiles amid a US military buildup including B-1 bombers. Reports include three US soldier deaths and nearly 100 wounded in Jordan and the region, plus Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities and threats to Red Sea shipping raising oil prices.

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A Grade

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NYPD deploys drones to apprehend five Brooklyn train surfers

Jul 25, 2026

CBS News short features NYPD drone and dispatch audio tracking train surfers in Brooklyn. Officers describe suspects by clothing as they run on tracks and enter a backyard. The clip shows real-time coordination to locate and detain the teens. Sourcing draws directly from NYPD-released drone video and radio traffic. No guests or additional segments appear in the short format.

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A- Grade

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48 Hours details three husbands convicted of murdering their wives in Ohio, Arizona, Nevada cases

Jul 25, 2026

The broadcast compiles three 48 Hours episodes on marriage-related murders. The first covers Dr. Mark Wangler's 2011 conviction for killing his wife Kathy with carbon monoxide in Lima, Ohio, in 2006. The second examines the 1996 pipe-bomb murder of Gary Triano and the 2014 convictions of ex-wife Pam Phillips and Ron Young. The third details the 2012 hammer murder of Shauna TFA and the 2015 convictions of husband George TFA and Null Stevens.

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A Grade

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Johnny Depp appears as Ebenezer Scrooge at San Diego Comic-Con 2026

Jul 24, 2026

CBS News segment covers the opening of San Diego Comic-Con 2026, noting the convention's growth since 1970 and Johnny Depp's surprise appearance to promote his film Ebenezer. Reporter interviews Comic-Con spokesman David Glanzer on surprises, ticket sales, and what distinguishes the event. Glanzer mentions other guests including John Cena and Guillermo del Toro, emphasizes early sell-outs and free autographs by stars.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

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Doug Ford says Canada did not start US trade war amid new Trump 50% tariffs

Jul 24, 2026

CBS News segment features Ontario Premier Doug Ford responding to new US tariffs. He states Canada did not start the dispute, highlights mutual top-customer status, warns of higher costs and job losses, and discusses an upcoming round of tariffs. Ford argues the measures tax Americans and contradict campaign promises on prices. The clip references mid-August tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods.

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A- Grade

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DOJ withdraws NYT subpoenas after judge questions Air Force One leak probe

Jul 24, 2026

CBS News segment covers the Justice Department's decision to withdraw grand jury subpoenas issued to New York Times journalists seeking testimony and phone records over their reporting on security concerns with the Qatari-donated Air Force One. Legal reporter Katrina Kaufman details a heated hearing where prosecutors admitted procedural mistakes, including erroneous subpoenas to family members.

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A- Grade

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Kenmore Air seaplane crashes near Sucia Island; all 11 aboard rescued

Jul 24, 2026

The segment covers a Kenmore Air seaplane that made an emergency landing and caught fire near Sucia Island in the San Juan Islands off Washington state on July 23. It reports the departure from Lake Union, Seattle, around 4:30 p.m., the 5:15 p.m. crash, all 11 people aboard surviving with varying injuries, and the airline's focus on passenger and pilot care. It notes an earlier similar incident in New York and states the cause remains unknown.

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B+ Grade

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US Central Command reports 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets near Strait of Hormuz

Jul 23, 2026

CBS News opens with breaking news on the 13th straight night of US strikes on Iranian military targets, citing US Central Command. Targets are described as assets used against shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Colonel Mark Cancian of CSIS joins to discuss campaign duration, potential escalation, and munitions depletion. The segment covers what a full Strait operation would require and historical air campaign lengths.

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A- Grade

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Secret Service places agent on JD Vance detail on administrative leave amid leak probe

Jul 23, 2026

The segment reports on an internal Secret Service investigation into a member of Vice President JD Vance's protective detail. Correspondent Nicole Skanga details allegations of compromised operational and information security linked to agent frustration over last-minute personal travel requests, including a canceled Marine 2 trip for a golf lesson. The report includes the agency's statement that such conduct will not be tolerated. It notes the timing ahead of the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner and cites agency data on handling about 10,000 threat cases this year, a 40% increase from the prior period.

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B+ Grade

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Rep. Jackson questions Amb. Waltz on US UN slave trade vote and Cuba policy

Jul 22, 2026

The CBS News segment shows U.S. Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz testifying before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Rep. Jonathan Jackson questions him on the U.S. vote against a March 2026 UN resolution on the transatlantic slave trade, U.S. visa and travel restrictions affecting African nations during the 2026 World Cup, and whether the U.S. maintains a naval blockade of Cuba. Waltz defends the no vote over reparations language, refers visa questions to DHS, rejects the blockade characterization as propaganda, and attributes Cuba's issues to its regime. The clip includes exchanges on Middle East contacts and ends with Jackson yielding time.

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B Grade

Political Lean 25% Right-leaning

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Ben Crump reads Dr. Roger Mitchell preliminary autopsy on Nolan Wells

Jul 22, 2026

CBS News segment features attorney Ben Crump presenting Dr. Roger Mitchell's July 19, 2026 preliminary report from a second autopsy performed July 10 on 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells. The report concludes cause and manner of death are undetermined pending further investigation due to decomposition, absent anterior neck structures, and inability to observe key organs or circumstances of water entry. Crump highlights findings including red discoloration in the back of the head without fractures or lacerations, extensive additional dissections ruling out fractures or deep injuries, and seven outstanding questions such as body position when found, water in airways, neck injuries, and toxicology. The segment notes the family seeks review of the original Mississippi autopsy materials and toxicology results.

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A Grade

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Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Opens with $264 Million Worldwide on IMAX 70mm

Jul 21, 2026

CBS News segment covers Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, the first feature-length film shot entirely on 70mm IMAX cameras. It reports a $264 million global opening weekend and includes movie clips plus an interview with a technical editor from American Cinematographer magazine discussing camera size, immersion, audio challenges, and limited true IMAX exhibition.

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A- Grade

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Trump vows revenge as Iranian strikes kill US soldiers in Jordan

Jul 20, 2026

The segment covers recent US soldier deaths in Jordan and Iraq amid ongoing US-Iran strikes, including video of an Iranian missile strike on a Jordanian air base. It names two fallen soldiers and notes a third missing, reports Trump's Truth Social warning, and discusses impacts on Gulf allies and diplomacy.

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A Grade

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NOAA approves emergency relocation of 28 Marineland belugas to U.S. aquariums

Jul 17, 2026

The CBS News short reports an international emergency plan to relocate 28 of 30 beluga whales from the closed Marineland park in Niagara Falls, Ontario, to accredited U.S. aquariums, with two others slated for Spain pending approval. It notes the park's 2024 public closure, prior financial warnings about euthanasia, the July U.S. approval for medical care unavailable in Canada, specific destinations including SeaWorld facilities, Georgia Aquarium, and Shedd Aquarium, and the multi-week transport process centered on animal welfare.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 22% Right-leaning

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Oil rises on fresh US strikes against Iran as Trump Media eyes paid Truth Social feed

Jul 17, 2026

The CBS News segment opens with Wall Street and oil market updates amid renewed US-Iran tensions and retaliatory strikes. It reports rising oil and gas prices, contrasts pre-war levels (crude ~18% lower, gas ~32% lower), and ties consumer impacts to approaching midterms. The broadcast then pivots to Trump Media planning paid high-speed access to Truth Social posts and a White House teleprompter operator under investigation for prediction-market trading on presidential speeches. It relies on Axios reporter Madison Mills for analysis, live market graphics, and light banter about movie references; no primary documents or administration officials are shown.

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C- Grade

Political Lean 65% Left-leaning

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Fired pardon attorney testifies against Blanche nomination at Senate hearing

Jul 16, 2026

The segment features testimony from Liz Oyer, former DOJ pardon attorney, before the Senate Judiciary Committee during Todd Blanche's attorney general confirmation hearing. Oyer describes her firing two days after Blanche's confirmation for refusing to restore gun rights to Mel Gibson, a convicted domestic abuser and Trump associate. She alleges pressure, false testimony by Blanche, use of U.S. marshals to silence her, and broader issues including a nearly $2 billion settlement agreement and handling of Ghislaine Maxwell. The second paragraph notes sourcing from Oyer's personal account and documents she references, with the clip presented as part of ongoing congressional scrutiny of Blanche's leadership.

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A- Grade

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CBS News reports on NYPD ESU officer's Brooklyn Bridge rescue of woman in crisis

Jul 14, 2026

The segment covers bodycam and news footage of NYPD Emergency Service Unit officers rescuing a 31-year-old woman from a beam on the Brooklyn Bridge on July 8, 2026. Officers, including one who climbed to speak with her for nearly an hour, safely escorted her down; she was taken to a hospital. CBS reporter Anna Schecter interviewed the officers the next day. The sourcing relies on NYPD-released video, on-camera statements from Officer Christian Yepes and Detective Eric Miller, and direct reporting from the scene. The story emphasizes training, empathy, and the 988 crisis line.

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B- Grade

Political Lean 18% Left-leaning

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CBS segment features Khanna aide account of West Bank detention by settlers

Jul 14, 2026

CBS News segment discusses Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna's claim that he and his group were detained over an hour by armed Israeli settlers in the West Bank during a visit to a firebombed school in the South Hebron Hills. The congressman's aide Cameron Casey describes the incident, references Hilltop youth, and responds to criticisms from the Israeli ambassador and Rep. Josh Gottheimer that the trip was uncoordinated, entered a closed zone, and served as a publicity stunt. Casey argues the visit aimed to hear Palestinian stories directly and highlights alleged patterns of settler violence with limited accountability.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 22% Left-leaning

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Georgia families resist utility land acquisition for data center transmission line

Jul 13, 2026

CBS News segment reports on Coweta County, Georgia, residents including Ansley Brown facing pressure to sell homes for Georgia Power's 35-mile Ashley Park-Wansley 500 kV transmission line. The line supports rising electricity demand, with Georgia Power estimating 70-80% of new capacity for data centers and the rest for general residential and commercial growth. Eminent domain is described as a last resort after failed negotiations, affecting hundreds of parcels including some homes slated for demolition. Brown shares her family's story of generational property and criticizes the process on social media. A Georgia Power spokesperson acknowledges the impact on homeowners and states negotiations aim for fairness and transparency.

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A- Grade

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CBS News covers U.S. heat wave, wildfires, storms, and drought impacts

Jul 12, 2026

The segment reported on a widespread heat wave affecting the western U.S. with record temperatures in Billings, Montana, linked wildfires including the Summit fire near Los Angeles and Aspen Acres in Colorado, plus flooding in New Orleans and microburst damage in Philadelphia. It noted about 40% of the country in drought. CBS correspondent Carter Evans provided on-the-ground updates from California and Colorado, including a quote from Sen. John Hickenlooper; meteorologist Andrew Kozak detailed the heat dome, excessive heat warnings across multiple states, and additional severe weather risks in the Southeast.

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A- Grade

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CBS analyzes USMNT's 4-1 round-of-16 exit to Belgium at 2026 World Cup

Jul 7, 2026

The segment recaps the US men's national team's 4-1 round-of-16 loss to Belgium and Argentina's 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt. It features analysis from CBS Sports host Chris Whittingham on US performance, pressure, and Messi's impact. The second paragraph covers sourcing via on-air expert commentary, references to live game footage, goal celebrations, and social media posts. The discussion contrasts the US exit with Messi's late-game heroics and Argentina's resilience.

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B+ Grade

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Senate Republicans update on McConnell health amid limited staff details

Jul 7, 2026

The segment discusses ongoing questions about Sen. Mitch McConnell's health after his June 14 hospitalization, with no public updates from his office on his condition or location. Senior Republicans including John Thune and John Barrasso reported recent conversations with him about Senate business. The report notes limited staff statements, unknown whereabouts of his wife Elaine Chao after a June 17 Beijing meeting, and a pattern of health opacity among lawmakers. It references McConnell's prior health episodes including a 2023 fall and February 2026 flu-like symptoms.

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A- Grade

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Trump Signals Potential F-35 Sales to Turkey at NATO Summit

Jul 7, 2026

CBS News covered President Trump's first day at the NATO summit in Ankara, where he praised ties with Erdogan, announced lifting some sanctions on Turkey, and indicated openness to F-35 sales despite the S-400 issue. Segments addressed Ukraine diplomacy with Zelenskyy and Putin, European support in the Iran conflict, and NATO defense spending targets. Ambassador David Satterfield provided legal and geopolitical context on congressional barriers and Turkey's NATO role. Breaking news noted US strikes on Iran over Strait of Hormuz attacks.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Right-leaning

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Fetterman criticizes Platner over rape allegation in Maine Senate race

Jul 7, 2026

CBS News aired an interview with Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman reacting to a rape allegation against Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner. Fetterman called Platner a 'total dirtbag,' referenced a CNN interview with accuser Jenny Racicot, highlighted Platner's Nazi-linked tattoo, past online behavior, and Bernie Sanders' endorsement. The segment explored responsibility of progressives who backed Platner and Fetterman's loyalty to the Democratic Party.

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A- Grade

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CBS News covers Trump NATO summit trip amid Iran, spending tensions

Jul 6, 2026

CBS News reports President Trump departing for the NATO summit in Turkey, highlighting tensions with allies over defense spending and limited European support in the Iran war. Ukraine-Russia war is noted as another key topic, with a planned meeting involving Ukraine's president. The segment features defense reporter Leo Shane of Politico providing analysis on European spending increases, US troop commitments, Trump's skepticism of NATO, and the sticking point of Iran war support. No graphics or additional guests are referenced.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

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CBS report assesses winners and losers from 2025 tax and spending law one year later

Jul 6, 2026

CBS News segment examines effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act one year after passage, highlighting Trump Accounts for children and winners such as high-income earners, corporations, tipped workers, and overtime earners. It identifies losers including SNAP recipients facing new work requirements and buyers affected by the end of the EV tax credit.

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A- Grade

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CBS News report on record July 4 travel forecasts aligns with AAA and TSA data

Jul 3, 2026

The segment reports record holiday travel despite elevated costs. AAA projects 72 million Americans traveling 50+ miles through Sunday, with TSA screening nearly 19 million passengers through Monday; O'Hare leads delays, while Reagan National closes midday July 4 for flyovers. National gas averages $3.83, down 50 cents from a month prior but up from last year. AAA senior manager Robert Sinclair discusses modest year-over-year travel growth, pain points at $3-4/gallon, shorter trips, and strong growth in bus/train/cruise travel, especially cruising.

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B+ Grade

Political Lean 5% Right-leaning

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CBS report on Trump's $1.4B crypto disclosure features CPA analysis

Jul 2, 2026

The segment opens with President Trump's latest financial disclosure reporting over $1.4 billion in crypto-related income. It includes a CNBC clip of Trump addressing questions about the ventures and potential conflicts. CBS then interviews Shehan Chandrasekera, CPA and head of tax strategy at CoinTracker, who discusses tax implications.

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A- Grade

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University of Minnesota Team Unveils Synthetic SpudCell with Full Life Cycle

Jul 2, 2026

CBS News segment showcases a video of a round synthetic cell and interviews University of Minnesota professor Kate Adamala, co-founder of Biotic. She describes SpudCell as a fully engineerable system built from defined chemical components that can feed, grow, replicate its genome, and divide, unlike natural cells whose components remain partially unknown.

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A- Grade

Political Lean 15% Left-leaning

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CBS report on white nationalist youth group recruiting girls

Jun 30, 2026

The CBS News #shorts video summarizes reporting on United Youth, an umbrella for white nationalist youth clubs, announcing an all-female branch called Young Columbia in early May via Telegram. It covers male clubs' activities like propaganda distribution, combat sports, and hiking, plus documented Young Columbia activity in Wisconsin and Illinois involving joint meetings and propaganda. The segment notes social media recruitment on TikTok and Telegram, a now-removed TikTok account with racist content, expert views on Gen Z cynicism, and unsuccessful follow-up outreach to the groups for comment.

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LeBron James to play 24th NBA season away from Lakers

Jun 30, 2026

CBS News segment reports LeBron James informed the Lakers he will not return for the 2026-27 season after eight years and plans to play his 24th NBA season elsewhere. The Lakers issued a statement thanking him. Guest Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic discusses reasons tied to the team's shift toward Luka Dončić, possible destinations including Cleveland, Golden State and Miami, and LeBron's focus on winning at age 41. Free agency had just opened.

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