The maximum monthly price for insulin was recently capped at $35 for millions. But many don’t qualify and struggle to afford the life-saving medication. Roxana Saberi has more. Source
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Students struggle as college prices skyrocket
The cost of college tuition continues to soar. Carter Evans takes a look at what’s causing the rise and how it’s impacting students and borrowers. Source
NATO conducts drills near Russian border in Poland
NATO forces are conducting drills in Poland near the border with Russia as fears grow the ongoing invasion of Ukraine could spill over into NATO territory. The drills include some 10,000 U.S. troops. Charlie D’Agata has more. Source
U.S. Navy petty officer based in Japan charged with espionage
Bryce Pedicini, a U.S. Navy chief petty officer, has been charged by the U.S. military with espionage and attempted espionage for providing documents to an employee of a foreign nation. Source
Former FBI informant lied about Bidens’ ties to Ukraine energy company, prosecutors say
Former FBI informant Alexander Smirnov has been charged for allegedly lying about President Biden and his son Hunter Biden’s ties to Ukrainian energy company Burisma. Some of the false information allegedly came from Russian intelligence officials. Scott MacFarlane has the latest. Source
Alabama hospital pauses IVF treatment after embryo ruling
The University of Alabama’s hospital has paused in vitro fertilization treatment after the state’s Supreme Court ruled frozen embryos are considered people. Meg Oliver takes a look at what the ruling means in Alabama and nationwide. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
What is chlormequat, and how concerning is the chemical found in oats?
A recent study found the pesticide chlormequat, which has been linked to fertility issues in animals, in oat-based foods sold in the U.S. Should you be concerned? Experts share what to know. Source
Haley looks ahead to Michigan with first TV ad, but faces steep climb
Nikki Haley is already looking ahead to next week’s Michigan primary, with her campaign unveiling its first TV ad in the state. Source
How the White House’s new $1.2B student loan relief works
President Biden traveled to California on Wednesday where he spoke about his administration’s latest student loan debt forgiveness plan. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the details. Source