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President Trump's optimism about talks to end the Iran war has been tempered by denials from Tehran, and violence that continues to keep the Strait of Hormuz gridlocked.

An Iranian official confirmed to CBS News that the Iranian government had received U.S. messages on peace talks via a mediator. This comes after the regime previously denied any communication. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has the latest.

The foreign ministry said in a statement it agreed after a letter from his family that Dennis Coyle "would be pardoned and released" for Eid.

The Senate is closing in on a deal to fund the bulk of the Department of Homeland Security and end the partial government shutdown that has stretched for six weeks.

Minnesota state and county officials allege they're being blocked from probing the shootings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis by federal agents.

Prosecutors say Jose Medina, who is accused of killing a Loyola University student, missed his first court appearance Monday because he has been hospitalized and is undergoing treatment for tuberculosis. Medina is facing several charges in the fatal shooting, including first-degree murder. DHS says the alleged shooter is a Venezuelan man living in the U.S. illegally.

The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.

Former Rep. David Rivera of Florida is accused of secretly lobbying for the Venezuelan government during the first Trump administration.

Security lines are stretching up to 6 hours at some airports amid TSA staffing shortages. Here's how to check wait times before you leave.

Some airlines are issuing waivers for travelers eager to avoid hours-long waits for TSA security screening. Here's what to know.

The video game maker is cutting 1,000 workers as it struggles to keep players engaged with Fortnite.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is testifying against his friend and former Florida Rep. David Rivera, who is accused of secretly lobbying for the Venezuelan government. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has more.

On disability and in debt? Here's what creditors can — and can't — do to try and collect what's owed to them.

In separate visits, President Trump is planning to host monarchs from the United Kingdom and the Netherlands next month.

President Trump met with Republican senators on Monday night to discuss Department of Homeland Security funding as the partial shutdown continues. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump also signaled he was open to a deal with Iran. CBS News' Taurean Small and Natalie Brand have the latest.

The University of Southern California canceled the gubernatorial debate it was set to host on Tuesday following backlash over the exclusion of candidates of color. The school says its methodology for choosing candidates, designed by a professor, was "air tight." CBS News' Fin Gomez has more.

"TSA PreCheck will likely help you, even now with the long lines we're seeing at checkpoints," said one travel expert.

President Trump has long railed against mail-in voting, but used the method this month in a Florida election, public records indicate.

Overhead announcements at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport periodically advised those in line with departures within four hours to consider rebooking now.

A CD account will protect your money and grow your interest. Here's how much you can earn with a $2,500 deposit now.

Several Jewish community ambulances were torched in London in a suspected antisemitic arson attack. CBS News' Inaya Folarin Iman reports.

An Iranian official told CBS News that Tehran received "points from the U.S. through mediators" after initially denying President Trump's claims that the U.S. and Iran were in talks. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Chris Livesay have more.

TSA lines continue to grow longer at airports across the country, and lawmakers are facing anger from travellers who want the partial government shutdown to end. CBS News' Skyler Henry and Taurean Small report.

Nearly 12% of all TSA officers who were scheduled to work on Sunday called out — the most since the start of the partial government shutdown.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the issue can reduce the driver's ability to detect hazards and increase the risk of a crash.

Dayton James Webber, a quadruple amputee and professional cornhole player, was arrested and charged with murder in Maryland.

A large explosion at a Valero oil refinery near the Texas Gulf coast shot plumes of smoke into the air and forced some nearby residents to shelter in place.

A U.S. Park Police officer was seriously wounded in an ambush shooting in Washington, law enforcement officials said. The officer was targeted, they said.

Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.

Despite the president's crusade against absentee voting, his campaign posted a flurry of ads encouraging supporters to do just that