Secret Service confident in security measures for rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner

The Secret Service held a briefing on Wednesday ahead of Friday’s rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The event was postponed in April after shots broke out near the screening area. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports. Source link

Trump calls for new election security measures

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House Republicans push for $90 billion for Iran war, election measures and farm aid

WASHINGTON — House Republicans kicked off their plans for a third party-line spending bill Tuesday, releasing a budget resolution that calls for $90 billion in new money for the military and election-related measures. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. With no plans to seek Democratic votes, … Read more

Taco Bell taking precautionary measures as cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads in Michigan

Michigan’s outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a disease marked by severe diarrhea, intensified Tuesday, with 3,300 cases identified and 44 people hospitalized. On Tuesday, Taco Bell told CBS News that it has “voluntarily and temporarily removed limited ingredients at select restaurants as a precautionary measure.” CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder reports on what might be … Read more

Taco Bell taking precautionary measures as cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads in Michigan

Michigan’s outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a disease marked by severe diarrhea, intensified Tuesday, with 3,300 cases identified and 44 people hospitalized. On Tuesday, Taco Bell told CBS News that it has “voluntarily and temporarily removed limited ingredients at select restaurants as a precautionary measure.” CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder reports on what might be … Read more

Trump admin approves $351 million for White House security measures amid questions over ballroom funding

Trump gives exclusive tour of White House Ballroom project President Donald Trump offers an exclusive look at the White House Ballroom project, discussing its innovative design and its role as a secure venue for formal events. Trump states it’s a gift to America, funded by patriots, providing ample space for up to 2,000 guests, ensuring … Read more

Uganda details safety measures as Ebola cases continue to spread in parts of central Africa

Uganda details safety measures as Ebola cases continue to spread in parts of central Africa – CBS News Watch CBS News The total number of confirmed Ebola cases in central Africa has increased to more than 800, which is about 300 more than last week. Ramy Inocencio reports on the surge of cases and looks … Read more

Tight security measures in NYC for NBA Finals Game 3 between the Knicks and the Spurs

Tight security measures in NYC for NBA Finals Game 3 between the Knicks and the Spurs – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump is planning to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs, adding to a complicated security structure in New York City. CBS News’ Anna Schecter explains. Source … Read more

DR Congo’s neighbors impose Covid-style measures in push to limit Ebola’s spread

Regional concern over the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo intensified Saturday as Uganda confirmed three new cases, while neighboring countries stepped up monitoring measures amid fears of cross-border spread. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Health authorities and aid agencies across east … Read more

Colorado River crisis could force drastic water measures across the West, experts say

Los Angeles — The Colorado River is in crisis, with a growing population taking more water from it as a hotter climate is drying up the supply. The snowpack in the Rockies that feeds the river fell to record lows this winter, pushing major reservoirs downstream — like Lake Mead and Lake Powell — toward … Read more