The American Revolution was one of the most significant events in world history because it created a "new thing called a citizen," iconic filmmaker Ken Burns told CBS News, as the nation celebrates the Fourth of July exactly one year before its 250th birthday. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson spoke with Burns, whose upcoming film, "The American Revolution," is expected to air on PBS on Nov. 16.
Every year, 600 of Kentucky's best high school singers gather at a convention center to practice and perform. But it's what happens back at the hotel that brought Steve Hartman "On the Road" -- a special performance, now in its 38th year.
A law in Connecticut allows tow truck companies to sell the cars they tow after just 15 days. Critics of the law call it predatory and say private tow truck operators are targeting working class neighborhoods. Tom Hanson reports.
President Trump lit the fuse on sweeping tariffs on April 2, which he called "Liberation Day." Ian Lee explains how import taxes on fireworks could affect America's 250th birthday celebration, next year.
President Trump brought pomp and circumstance to his signing of the "big, beautiful bill" on Friday, with an Independence Day ceremony at the White House that included a B-2 bomber flyover. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Heavy rainfall in central Texas caused the Guadalupe River to overflow and unleash a torrent of water. The bodies of at least 13 children and adults have been recovered and more than 20 girls are missing from a sleepaway camp. Jason Allen reports. Meteorologist Paul Heggen breaks down how the flooding disaster unfolded.
Chester Zoo welcomed 10 penguin chicks. One chick is being raised by same-sex couple Scampi and Flounder.
After weeks of Democratic resistance and Republican infighting, President Trump's sweeping legislation he calls the "big, beautiful bill" is now law. He signed his domestic policy plan during an Independence Day ceremony at the White House. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Nikole Killion have the details.
President Trump officially signed his "one big, beautiful bill" domestic policy legislation. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more from the White House.
President Trump signed the congressionally approved spending and tax bill into law on Friday, July 4.
President Trump signed his massive spending and tax bill into law on Friday at an Independence Day ceremony at the White House.
The following is the transcript of an interview with documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson that will air on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 6, 2025.
Massive flooding in Central Texas has killed several people, and about 20 people from a summer camp are still missing, according to officials. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has more.
