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CBS Evening News

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Listen to the flagship daily evening newscast on your schedule. The CBS Evening News podcast offers all the latest breaking national and world news and insight into all the stories that impact your world. Original reporting, now when you want it. Watch CBS Evening News weeknights at 6:30PM ET on CBS or stream it on Paramount+.
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CBS Evening News, 05/08/26

U.S. plans evacuation flight for Americans on cruise ship in hantavirus outbreak. Pentagon begins releasing new UFO files, unveiling dozens of photos, videos and documents. U.S. strikes 2 Iranian ports as American warships come under fire. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 08, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 05/07/26

The effort to ⁠monitor the spread of hantavirus⁠ from a cruise ship currently off the west coast of Africa is expanding, after health officials confirmed the virus on the ship is transmissible from human to human. At least 30 passengers who were potentially exposed have already gone home. The tornado outbreak in Mississippi is one of the worst seen this season. And, Tennessee has become the latest battleground in the congressional maps fight ahead of the midterm elections. To learn more about li...

May 07, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 05/06/26

Three people evacuated from hantavirus cruise ship as Spain says it will dock in Canary Islands despite local opposition. President Trump threatened Iran on Wednesday with "higher level" military strikes if it doesn't accept a peace deal, but he says it's "too soon" for new direct talks with Iranian officials in Pakistan after reporting "great progress" in negotiations to end the war. Ted Turner, media tycoon who founded CNN, dies at age 87. To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...

May 07, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 05/05/26

A rare form of hantavirus is believed to have spread person-to-person on board a cruise ship. Iran's leverage depends on President Trump feeling political pressure at home. Gas prices are up and support for the war is not. The California Department of Insurance is accusing State Farm, the nation's largest home insurance company, of delaying, denying and underpaying claims after last year's wildfires. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pri...

May 06, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 05/04/26

A Secret Service officer opens fire blocks from the White House after someone raises a gun at the officer. Dash cam video shows the moment a United Airlines jet hit a bakery delivery truck and light pole on one of the busiest highways in the U.S. And, to the West coast of Africa, where a suspected outbreak of a rare and deadly virus has killed at least three people and left a cruise ship stranded at sea. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com...

May 04, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 05/01/26

President Trump says the Iran war is over despite the US military still having a heavy presence and no peace deal reached. Gas prices have been driven to a new four year high due to the uncertainty over the war with Iran. And, the end is near for Spirit Airlines as the carrier could be grounding all flights tonight. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

May 01, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/30/26

NYPD Officers were blown off their feet by a powerful blast while responding to a call. President Trump reiterated today that oil and gas prices will drop once the war with Iran is over despite them being at an all time high. And, today the family behind Camp Mystic made the decision to re-open the camp this summer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

May 01, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/29/26

Iran war has cost $25 billion to date, defense official says, as Hegseth faces questions about war strategy. The round that struck a U.S. Secret Service officer during Saturday's shooting outside the ballroom where the White House Correspondents' Dinner was taking place was not friendly fire, multiple senior law enforcement officials told CBS News Wednesday. The Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down Louisiana's congressional map that includes two majority-Black districts, delivering a significa...

Apr 30, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/28/26

History was made on Capitol Hill today as King Charles addressed Congress, and he's the second monarch to do so. Millions are bracing for another night of severe weather while hail and tornadoes slam the Central US. And, a full investigation into the shooter who tried to attack the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night, including a review of his electronic devices is now underway. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-...

Apr 29, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/27/26

The suspected gunman behind the attempted assassination attempt on President Trump is now behind bars with his bail hearing on this week. King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived for their state visit today even amidst the mounting questions about security after the correspondent's dinner. And, two weeks after they started, the record-breaking wildfires in Georgia are still burning. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn mo...

Apr 27, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/24/26

A monster of a tornado blasted through the city of Enid damaging dozens of homes and leading to incredible stories of search and rescue and survival. Lana Zak has the latest. Mark Strassmann reports from on the ground in Georgia with the latest on the wildfires that are still only fifteen percent contained. Meet the young girl who found her role model on the soccer field. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about ...

Apr 24, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/23/26

Parts of the southeast being impacted by wildfires are a warzone tonight. JazzFest in New Orleans is the nation's largest Jazz Festival and became a target of an alleged mass shooting plot that's been foiled. And, a mom in California could go to prison for up to six years for the actions of her teenage son. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 24, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/22/26

Dangerous wildfires are ripping through parts of the southeast prompting evacuations and destroying homes. The Trump administration is working on a possible bailout plan to prevent Spirit Airlines from going out of business. And, the parents of a Loyola University student that was gunned down are speaking out for the first time. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoice...

Apr 23, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/21/26

President Trump has agreed to give the peace talks with Iran a chance, prior to him unleashing new attacks. A Florida Congresswoman is the latest lawmaker to step down amidst allegations of ethics violations. And, Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 21, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/20/26

The next round of US Iran peace talks are now in serious doubts as the ceasefire is set to expire in just 48 hours. There are new developments in President Trump's global trade war after the Supreme Court ruled his move to impose tariffs was unconstitutional. Southern California authorities have officially charged artist D4vd with murder following the discovery a 14-year-old girl's body in his car last year. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc...

Apr 21, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/17/26

President Trump's latest comments on the Strait of Hormuz and the naval blockade that remains. The global jet fuel shortage that's impacting Europe and could hurt your travel planning this summer. And, Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" with an update on a boy who learned that his birthday isn't all about him. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 17, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/16/26

President Trump announces a possible ceasefire in the works between Hezbollah and Israel, citing that there's a good chance for a peace deal with Iran. Police in Virginia say former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax died after he shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself. Two years after a failed merger with JetBlue, there are public reports that Spirit Airlines could be going under within days. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/...

Apr 17, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/15/26

A New York jury ruled on Wednesday that Live Nation and its Ticketmaster unit operated as an illegal monopoly, handing dozens of states an important legal win against the ticketing giant. More than 50 million Americans under alert tonight as severe storms slam the central U.S., leaving a trail of destruction. Two NYPD detectives are under investigation after a video showing them violently arresting a man inside a Brooklyn liquor store during an undercover drug sting. To learn more about listener...

Apr 15, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/14/26

Monster storms, devastating tornadoes rip through the plains and Midwest. New accusations against Eric Swalwell. A woman saying he choked and raped her. And our exclusive interview with two of his accusers, breaking their silence for the first time. And, first on CBS, our interview with the husband of that American woman who has been missing for more than a week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad c...

Apr 15, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/13/26

Pope Leo and President Trump, two of the most powerful people on the planet who can shape history with what they say, are now speaking about each other and it's getting ugly. President Trump still hopes to force Iran to fully re-open the Strait of Hormuz by temporarily blocking its ports. After multiple investigations for alleged sexual misconduct and assault, members of both sides of the aisle are calling for California Congressman Eric Swalwell to step down. To learn more about listener data a...

Apr 13, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/10/26

The Orion capsule is making its way home tonight. Mark Strassmann has all the coverage of this epic journey from Misson Control. President Trump issues new threats while Iran makes new demands ahead of the high-level peace talks. Ed O'Keefe reports the latest as the fragile ceasefire continues to hold. Inflation has shot up by over three percent, to the highest level in almost two years, making it the largest monthly increase since the government starting tracking prices. Senior Business Corresp...

Apr 10, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/09/26

Melania Trump says she was not a victim of Jeffrey Epstein and had no knowledge of his crimes. Hope fades that the ceasefire in the Middle East will last the full two weeks. And a CBS News exclusive, a U.S. soldier who survived that deadly Iranian drone strike in Kuwait says the unit was unprepared to defend itself. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Apr 09, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/08/26

Israel launches large offensive against Hezbollah amid Iran ceasefire; California warehouse employee arrested for allegedly starting massive fire. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 09, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/07/26

President Trump announces a two week ceasefire with Iran on social media. Elizabeth Palmer reports on what citizens inside Iran are thinking tonight and how they're preparing for another escalation of the war. It's been 150 years since the first phone call from space was received on Earth. Today, another phone call between the Artemis crew and the International Space Station, representing the first "Alexander Graham Bell" moment. Mark Strassmann is covering it all, including the awe-inspiring vi...

Apr 07, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/06/26

President Trump's threat to blow "everything up" if Iran won't make a deal hangs over new ceasefire bid. Artemis II astronauts made history Monday as they passed the Apollo 13 distance record of 248,655 miles from Earth, which was set in 1970. The parents of a toddler are facing child endangerment charges after the 17-month-old stuck his hand into a wolf enclosure and was injured at a zoo in Pennsylvania. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.co...

Apr 06, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/03/26

An American fighter jet downed over Iran and one crew member has already been found. Last summer the TSA removed its longstanding "shoes off" policy, but now there's a demand to bring it back. And, Artemis II has left Earth's orbit and has started its final push towards the moon. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 03, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/02/26

Pam Bondi out as U.S. Attorney General. Artemis II in orbit and at a crossroads. Do they go to the next leg around the moon or stay close to Earth? And, a 13-year-old girl, missing since 1994, found alive more than 30 years later. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 02, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 04/01/26

President Trump and the war with Iran. His primetime address to the nation. Lift off for Artemis II, America's first moon mission in more than half a century. And, a surprise at the Supreme Court today as the battle over birthright citizenship comes before the justices. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 02, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 03/31/26

Gas prices hit $4 a gallon nationwide, all of it tied to the war with Iran. Jamie Dimon, CEO of JP Morgan Chase , sat down with anchor Tony Dokoupil to discuss a whole range of issues related to the current state of the economy. And, the latest from the NASA administrator as the countdown to tomorrow's planned Artemis II launch continues on schedule. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Mar 31, 202623 min

CBS Evening News, 03/30/26

President Trump threatens to obliterate Iran's energy sector as U.S. special operations troops arrive in the region. TSA workers finally getting paid, as the White House finds a way to bypass Congress. And, the countdown to the launch of NASA's Artemis II for a nine-day trip around the moon and back. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 30, 202623 min
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