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5/15: The Daily Report with John Dickerson

John Dickerson reports on what to expect from the newly scheduled presidential debates, the biggest foreign threats ahead of the November election, and why the price of cocoa is so high.
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How the Supreme Court's Louisiana map decision could impact 2024 races

The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Louisiana can use a newly-drawn House map that includes a second district with a majority of Black voters. The decision comes after a lower court recently called the map unconstitutional racial
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Why cocoa prices are soaring to record levels

Higher cocoa prices are hitting chocolate lovers' wallets. CBS News reporter Taurean Small explains what's driving the increase, and what chocolate brands are doing to adapt.
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The biggest foreign threats to the 2024 presidential election

National security officials testified Wednesday on Capitol Hill about foreign threats to the upcoming presidential election. Former Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director Chris Krebs joins CBS News to discuss this
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Man becomes first person with Down syndrome to complete 6 top marathons

Chris Nikic recently became the first person with Down syndrome to complete all six of the world's top marathons, earning the coveted six-star medal after completing the Tokyo marathon in March.
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French prisoner "The Fly" on the run after prison break

Interpol has issued a worldwide red alert for "France's most dangerous man." A drug dealer known as "The Fly" is on the run after a deadly ambush and brazen prisoner escape. Chris Livesay has details.
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Consumers fed up with soaring fast food prices

While Americans are saving a little money at the grocery store, dining out is another story. Jo Ling Kent reports on the high cost of fast food.
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3 killed in small plane crash in Tennessee

Officials are "unsure where the crash started or where it ended," Williamson County Sheriff Mark Elrod told reporters.
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Biden and Trump agree to 2 presidential debates

President Biden and former President Donald Trump have agreed to come face-to-face for the first presidential debate of the year on June 27 in Atlanta. Nancy Cordes reports from the White House.
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How the Seattle Police Department melts down its used guns

Inside the CBS News investigation into how old police guns end up back on the street and used in crimes — and how one department is finding an alternative.
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What to know about the two Biden-Trump 2024 debates

President Biden and former President Donald Trump agreed Wednesday to at least two televised debates ahead of the 2024 election. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Robert Costa have the details.
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Half of Amazon warehouse workers struggle to pay for food, housing, report says

The report also highlights the financial destruction that can occur when workers take unpaid time off after being hurt or tired from the job.
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Trump appeals gag order in New York "hush money" trial

Judge Juan Merchan has held Trump in contempt of court for violating the gag order 10 times, with a $1,000 fine for each violation.
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Minneapolis police face officer shortage amid effort to rebuild public trust

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara says his department is short more than 200 officers, and has lost 40% of its police force in the last four years.
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2020 high school graduates see college ceremonies canceled

Many high school seniors in 2020 never got to participate in a big graduation ceremony due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, four years later, caution about protests over the war in Gaza means some won't get a college ceremony
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Breaking down April inflation report, and how Fed could respond

Inflation declined slightly in April after two straight months of increases, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics announced Wednesday. Jeanna Smialek, Federal Reserve and economy reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News to
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Minneapolis police face officer shortage nearly 4 years after George Floyd's murder

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara says his department is short more than 200 officers, one of many cities facing officer shortages nationwide. But in Minneapolis, the hurdle is more than just manpower, it is trust too,
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Could Larry Hogan flip Maryland's Senate seat red?

Maryland Democrats chose their Senate nominee Tuesday after a contentious primary race, with Prince George's County executive Angela Alsobrooks prevailing in the contest. She now faces former Gov. Larry Hogan, who easily cruised
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How Americans view inflation ahead of November

U.S. inflation cooled slightly in April, but President Biden says prices are still too high. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto explains how voters feel about rising prices' impact.
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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico shot in assassination attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is fighting for his life following a shocking assassination attempt early Wednesday. Charlie D'Agata has the dramatic video.
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"CBS Evening News" headlines for Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
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How community and police are responding to teen murders in Indianapolis

Faced with a rising gun homicide rate with victims 19 and younger, community members and police in Indianapolis are working to turn the trend around.
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U.S. official unpacks Slovak leader shooting, Israel arms transfer and more

Robert Fico, prime minister of Slovakia, is in life-threatening condition after being shot multiple times Wednesday. Vedant Patel, principal deputy spokesperson for the State Department, joins "America Decides" to discuss
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Angie Harmon sues Instacart, delivery driver for fatally shooting dog

Angie Harmon said she heard a gunshot and rushed outside, where she found her dog had been shot, and saw the delivery person putting a gun into the front of his pants, according to the lawsuit.
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What makes for a good presidential debate?

Presidential debates have become a standard part of the four-year contest, but this contest is anything but standard. With two debates finally on the calendar, the two qualifications for a good debate are also two issues totally up
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Homeland security threats the next U.S. president will face

Between dual overseas wars, rising competition with China and a struggle to find consensus on southern border policy, the next president will be tasked with handling many homeland security issues. CBS News national security
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Biden, Trump buck tradition with debate plans

President Biden and former President Donald Trump have agreed to debate in June and September. The announcement came after a flurry of social media posts and competing proposals between the two. CBS News chief Washington
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Supreme Court lets Louisiana use new congressional map in upcoming election

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will allow Louisiana to use a congressional map in November that includes a second district where the majority of voters are Black, giving them the opportunity to elect their favored candidate.
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Biden campaign looks to ease voter concerns over Israel-Hamas war

Tensions are growing in the Democratic Party as the Israel divide deepens. What can the party do to win over young voters and progressives as the war with Hamas rages on? Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna of California joins "America
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What to expect from the 2024 Biden-Trump debates

President Biden and former President Donald Trump agreed Wednesday to debate each other at least twice before the November election. Political strategists Ashley Etienne and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" to discuss
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Barge slams into Texas bridge, causing significant damage

Emergency crews on the scene in Galveston, Texas, after a barge slammed into the Pelican Island bridge. The collision caused significant damage, an oil leak, and shut down traffic in both directions. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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When resold police guns wind up in criminal hands

A new CBS News investigation finds thousands of guns once owned by law enforcement have turned up at crime scenes across the country. National investigative correspondent Stephen Stock reports.
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Louisiana can use new congressional map, U.S. Supreme Court rules

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Louisiana can use a new proposed congressional map that includes a second majority-Black district. A lower court recently blocked the map from taking effect. CBS News congressional
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Surgery patients at lower risk with women doctors, more research shows

A new study finds hospitals with a higher share of women surgeons and and anesthetists shave better patient outcomes.
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