The U.S. Embassy in Nassau, Bahamas, has issued a safety warning about jet ski rentals due to reports of sexual assaults involving jet ski operators. The alert advises travelers to be cautious and notes that U.S. government workers are banned from renting jet skis on certain Bahamian islands because of safety and security concerns.
Key Facts
The U.S. Embassy warns of sexual assaults by male jet ski operators targeting U.S. citizen women.
Reports include assaults near Paradise Island beaches and areas from Junkanoo Beach to Saunders and Cabbage Beaches.
Sexual assault incidents involving U.S. women were reported in 2024, 2025, and 2026.
Some jet ski operators may not have proper licenses or insurance.
Operators sometimes ignore weather warnings, which raises safety risks on the water.
Watercraft may not meet required safety standards.
The State Department advises visitors to stay alert, avoid swimming alone, and watch for crime near popular beaches.
U.S. government employees are prohibited from renting jet skis on New Providence and Paradise islands due to these risks.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Federal health officials have recalled alfredo sauce sold in many U.S. states because it might contain salmonella, a type of bacteria that can cause food poisoning. The recall happened because a dry milk powder used in the sauce may be contaminated.
Key Facts
Alfredo sauce was recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
The sauce was distributed in dozens of U.S. states.
The recall was voluntary and initiated by the supplier.
The contamination risk comes from a dry milk powder ingredient.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported the recall.
A total of 913 cases were recalled.
Each case held 12 sealed bags of sauce.
Each bag weighed more than 3 pounds (1.36 kilograms).
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Rep. Robert Garcia, a leading Democrat on a House committee, said that if Democrats win control of the House after the midterm elections, they will likely issue subpoenas to acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and other officials from President Trump’s administration on the first day. This action would be part of congressional oversight to review past government activities.
Key Facts
Rep. Robert Garcia is a Democrat from California.
He is the top Democrat on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.
Garcia expects subpoenas to be issued on the first day if Democrats control the House.
The subpoenas would target acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and other Trump administration officials.
This plan is in preparation for possible Democratic majority after the midterm elections.
Subpoenas are formal orders to appear or provide documents for investigation.
The House Oversight Committee reviews government actions and officials.
This reflects Democrats’ focus on examining the Trump administration’s conduct.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche started meetings with Republican senators to begin his confirmation process. His first meeting was with Senator Chuck Grassley, who is the chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee responsible for reviewing the nomination.
Key Facts
Todd Blanche is the Acting Attorney General.
He began meeting with Republican senators on Monday.
Senator Chuck Grassley from Iowa was his first meeting.
Grassley is the chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
The Senate Judiciary Committee will review Blanche’s nomination.
Grassley made a positive statement about Blanche’s career.
The confirmation process will last about one month.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Amy Walter and Jasmine Wright discuss recent political events involving President Trump’s deal with Iran and Vice President Vance’s support for it. They also talk about how the Iran conflict might affect the upcoming midterm elections and mention that California Governor Gavin Newsom is being investigated by the Justice Department under President Trump.
Key Facts
President Trump has made a deal with Iran.
Vice President Vance is promoting President Trump’s deal with Iran.
There is an ongoing war involving Iran that could influence the midterm elections.
California Governor Gavin Newsom says he is under investigation.
The investigation is being conducted by the Justice Department led by President Trump.
The discussion took place with political analysts Amy Walter and Jasmine Wright.
The conversation was hosted by William Brangham on a political news segment.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the US health secretary, sent a letter to the medical journal Toxicology Reports asking why it removed a paper linking vaccines to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The journal removed the paper after finding serious problems that could harm public health. Experts said Kennedy’s letter could be seen as trying to pressure or intimidate the journal.
Key Facts
The journal Toxicology Reports removed a 2021 paper suggesting a link between vaccines and SIDS due to serious flaws.
The paper used data from the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS), which anyone can submit reports to after vaccination.
Experts criticized the paper’s methods and said the lead author, Neil Z Miller, misunderstood the VAERS data.
Kennedy’s letter asked the journal editor questions about the removal decision and set a June 25 deadline for answers.
Public health experts said Kennedy’s action might pressure the journal and threaten free speech principles.
The paper’s removal followed an investigation and was done to prevent potential harm to patients.
The journal’s publisher, Elsevier, confirmed the paper’s removal was based on expert review and public health concerns.
Kennedy’s office did not respond to requests for comment on criticism of his letter.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Eight people died in a B-52 bomber crash at Edwards Air Force Base in California. California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that he is under a federal investigation.
Key Facts
A B-52 bomber crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in California.
Eight people died in the crash.
Edwards Air Force Base is a military base located in California.
Governor Gavin Newsom is currently under a federal investigation.
The news was reported on CBS Evening News on June 15.
Details about the cause of the crash or the nature of the investigation were not provided.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
The United States is approaching its 250th anniversary, which is often seen as a celebration of freedom and democracy. Eddie Glaude Jr. says that these celebrations have always had a problem because many people, especially racial minorities, have been excluded from the full benefits of freedom.
Key Facts
The U.S. will soon mark 250 years since it was founded.
This anniversary is commonly viewed as a celebration of democracy and freedom.
Eddie Glaude Jr. wrote a book called "America, U.S.A.: How Race Shadows the Nation's Anniversaries."
Glaude believes America’s anniversaries show a contradiction between celebrating freedom and excluding many people.
The book discusses how race has affected America's national celebrations over time.
Geoff Bennett interviewed Eddie Glaude Jr. about his book.
The book highlights that the promise of freedom has not always included all Americans.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, went missing from her Tucson, Arizona home in early 2026 under suspicious circumstances involving forced entry and a masked intruder. Investigators have not found her body but continue to gather evidence, including forensic data and digital records, to build a possible criminal case without physical remains.
Key Facts
Nancy Guthrie disappeared between January 31 and February 1, 2026.
Her pacemaker stopped working unexpectedly and blood was found at her home.
Surveillance footage showed a masked person near her front door early on February 1.
Multiple agencies including the FBI and local sheriff’s department are involved in the investigation.
Ransom notes demanding Bitcoin appeared shortly after her disappearance.
No confirmed remains of Guthrie have been found, though an anonymous tip suggests she may be buried near the Mexico-Arizona border.
No suspects have been officially named, but investigators focus on DNA found on a glove and footage of a masked individual.
Arrests related to disturbances near her home have not been connected to the disappearance.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A new book called "Divided Over the Declaration" explores how debate played a key role in the founding of the United States. The book looks at how the Founding Fathers discussed and shaped the country’s beginnings.
Key Facts
The U.S. is preparing to celebrate its 250th anniversary.
The book "Divided Over the Declaration" was written by Tony Williams and David Bobb.
The book focuses on the role of debate during America’s founding.
It explains how the Founding Fathers used discussion to create the nation.
The authors appeared on CBS News to talk about the book.
The topic is part of a broader look at American history during the anniversary.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe told President Trump and senior officials that U.S. intelligence doubts Iran’s real commitment to making nuclear concessions in a potential deal. While some top officials are skeptical, others support the agreement, which aims to extend negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program for 60 days.
Key Facts
CIA Director John Ratcliffe expressed serious doubts about Iran’s willingness to follow through on nuclear concessions.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth also raised concerns about the deal’s effectiveness.
Vice President Vance and envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner support the deal and are involved in ongoing talks.
President Trump held several meetings with advisers before announcing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran.
Intelligence showed Iranian officials’ private discussions conflicted with their public statements about the deal.
The MOU sets a 60-day period to negotiate a more detailed nuclear agreement, with options to extend talks.
The deal includes Iran maintaining its current nuclear activities while negotiations continue, and the U.S. pausing new sanctions and troop deployments.
If a final deal is reached, the U.S. will remove troops mobilized for potential conflict and phase out sanctions on Iran.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Senator Ted Cruz of Texas is choosing different political candidates to support than President Donald Trump, specifically in the states of Georgia and South Carolina. This shows Cruz is not fully aligned with President Trump on some key endorsements.
Key Facts
Ted Cruz is a Republican Senator from Texas.
Cruz is endorsing candidates different from those supported by President Donald Trump.
The endorsements in question are for political races in Georgia and South Carolina.
This situation indicates a split between Cruz and President Trump within the Republican Party.
Political experts Jim Kessler and Mark Bednar have provided analysis on this topic.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
California Governor Gavin Newsom said that the U.S. Justice Department is investigating him and his wife. Newsom stated that no crime has been committed.
Key Facts
The Justice Department is conducting an investigation involving Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife.
Governor Newsom publicly announced the investigation.
Newsom says he and his wife have not committed any crime.
The investigation is being reported by CBS News.
No further details about the investigation have been shared yet.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A CBS News investigation found that President Donald Trump has bought and sold stocks more often than any previous U.S. president. This trading activity is unusually high compared to past leaders in the White House.
Key Facts
President Trump has traded stocks at a level not seen before by any president.
The investigation was conducted by CBS News.
The report was presented by CBS News investigative reporter Michael Kaplan.
The trading activity involves frequent buying and selling of stocks.
The information was shared through CBS News platforms and apps.
This trading behavior is unusual for someone holding the Oval Office position.
The investigation is focused on the president’s stock market activity.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Alaska's election official ruled that only one Dan Sullivan can run in the state's Senate primary election, declaring retired teacher Dan J Sullivan ineligible. The official said his candidacy seemed designed to confuse voters, while the incumbent Senator Dan S Sullivan and his campaign accused Democrats of using the tactic to gain an advantage.
Key Facts
Alaska allows only one candidate named Dan Sullivan to run in the Senate primary.
Retired teacher Dan J Sullivan was declared ineligible to appear on the primary ballot.
The election director said Dan J Sullivan’s candidacy appeared to be meant to mislead voters.
Dan J Sullivan has never registered to vote under that name or been a Republican before.
Senator Dan S Sullivan accused Democrats of recruiting Dan J Sullivan to rig the election.
Democrats and Dan J Sullivan deny any coordination with the Democratic campaign.
Alaska’s Lieutenant Governor launched an investigation into Dan J Sullivan’s candidacy.
Dan J Sullivan says he is running seriously because he wants change and opposes some of Senator Sullivan’s actions.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
President Donald Trump has chosen Jay Clayton to be the new director of national intelligence. The Senate plans to hold a confirmation hearing for Clayton as early as Wednesday this week.
Key Facts
President Trump picked Jay Clayton for the role of director of national intelligence.
The director of national intelligence is a top official who oversees intelligence agencies.
The Senate must confirm Clayton before he can officially take the job.
The confirmation hearing is expected to happen this week, possibly on Wednesday.
This hearing allows senators to ask Clayton questions and review his qualifications.
CBS News is reporting on the upcoming hearing and related developments.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A Haitian woman named Daphy Michel died from hypothermia after being released from ICE custody in Pennsylvania. The local medical examiner officially ruled her death a homicide.
Key Facts
Daphy Michel was 31 years old and Haitian.
She died on March 2 in Pennsylvania.
The cause of death was hypothermia, which means her body temperature dropped dangerously low.
The medical examiner’s office in Allegheny County declared the death a homicide.
She died after being released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody.
The ruling means the death was caused by the actions or neglect of others, not by natural causes or accident.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Georgia’s Republican primary runoff elections show divisions within the party and unusual alliances. President Donald Trump and Governor Brian Kemp support different candidates in the U.S. Senate race, while both back the same candidate for governor. These divisions highlight challenges in uniting the party for the general election in November.
Key Facts
Georgia Republicans have runoff elections for U.S. Senate and governor on June 16, 2026.
Trump and Kemp both support Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for governor.
For the Senate race, Trump supports Rep. Mike Collins, while Kemp supports Derek Dooley.
Sen. Ted Cruz, a former rival of Trump, supports Rick Jackson for governor, opposing Trump and Kemp’s choice.
The party is divided between the "MAGA" faction and other Republicans.
Kemp certified Joe Biden’s election win in 2020, which caused tensions with Trump.
The runoff results will test Trump and Kemp’s influence within the Republican Party.
Republican candidates are trying to unify before the November general election against Democrats.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
A 16-year-old boy has been taken into U.S. Marshals' custody after being accused of killing his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, on a Carnival cruise ship in 2025. He faces charges of murder and aggravated sexual abuse and has pleaded not guilty. The federal trial is scheduled to start on September 8, 2026.
Key Facts
The victim, Anna Kepner, was 18 years old and described as a bright student.
The accused is her 16-year-old stepbrother, identified only by initials "T.H." in court.
The incident occurred aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship in November 2025.
Prosecutors say the accused sexually assaulted and intentionally killed Anna Kepner.
Anna Kepner died from mechanical asphyxiation, meaning she was unable to breathe due to pressure on her body.
The boy was indicted as an adult by a federal grand jury and has pleaded not guilty.
He was ordered to report to a federal courthouse in Tampa and is now in U.S. Marshals' custody.
The accused’s family and lawyers argue he has been cooperative and shows no signs of harm since the incident.
Anna Kepner’s family expressed relief that the suspect is now in custody and hope for justice at the upcoming trial.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
Alaska election officials have ruled that a second candidate named Dan Sullivan cannot run against incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan in the U.S. Senate race because his candidacy appears intended to confuse voters. The decision was made after concerns that the second Dan Sullivan coordinated with Democrats to mislead voters in a closely watched election.
Key Facts
Two candidates named Dan Sullivan tried to run for the same U.S. Senate seat in Alaska.
The second Dan Sullivan, Daniel J. Sullivan Jr., recently registered as a Republican and filed to run but was accused of trying to confuse voters.
Alaska’s elections director said the second Sullivan’s candidacy was not in good faith and seemed designed to mislead voters.
Concerns included his sudden use of the name Dan, his new party registration, and connections to a Democratic campaign.
The election uses a non-partisan primary, with the top four candidates advancing to a ranked-choice general election on November 18.
The Republican National Committee supported removing the second Dan Sullivan from the ballot, calling it necessary to protect election integrity.
Daniel J. Sullivan denies wrongdoing and says he is qualified and followed election rules.
He may challenge the decision in court, but primary ballots will be printed soon.
Read the Original
Want the full story? Tap a source to open the original
article.
