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Medicaid Work Rules Strain State Staffing and Access

Katie Crouch says calling her state Medicaid office often feels futile. "The first time, it'll ring interminably. Next time, it'll go to a voice mail that just hangs up on you," the 48-year-old Delaware resident said....

Iran Conflict Threatens Inflation Rebound

The war with Iran is threatening to reverse recent gains against inflation, economists say. A CBS News survey of six forecasters finds the Consumer Price Index for March is expected to show prices rising at a 3.3%...

Delta raises checked-bag fees; third bag now $200

By Megan Cerullo Reporter, MoneyWatch Updated April 8, 2026 / 2:58 AM EDT / CBS News Delta Air Lines is boosting fees for checked luggage as jet fuel prices climb amid tensions with Iran. The carrier said the change...

Trump Agrees to Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran

Updated April 8, 2026 — President Trump announced he has agreed to a two-week, mutual ceasefire with Iran, postponing planned strikes on Iranian infrastructure less than two hours before the deadline he had set for...