Capitol Police official says she warned of potential violence before riot
"We knew there were going to be thousands of protesters. And we knew there were gonna be extremists there," the official said.
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Unresolved questions a year after January 6 riot
One year after a mob of rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol in an effort to overturn the 2020 election, officers are calling for accountability and recounting their trauma. Another three officers are suing former President Donald Trump related to the insurrection. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins "CBSN AM" to discuss her interview with a veteran Capitol Police officer who was there and more.
Capitol Police official behind key intelligence report speaks out
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Julie Farnam, the acting intelligence director for the Capitol Police, said her team doesn't bear any responsibility for the insurrection, pointing to an intelligence report she gave to department leadership on January 3.
Insurrection prompts change for Capitol Police
The Capitol Police force is still recovering a year after a deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Kris Van Cleave takes a look at the challenges the agency faces.
Americans fear violence threatens democracy
On Thursday, the nation will mark one year since the insurrection at the Capitol. Federal authorities say in that time, lawmakers, as well as the building itself, are facing more threats now than last January. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN to discuss how Americans feel one year later.
Capitol Police chief warns threat level is "much higher" than a year ago
Tom Manger said the department has addressed areas such as planning for big demonstrations, intelligence gathering and making sure officers have the training and equipment they need.
USCP inspector general report: Most recommendations post-January 6 not implemented
Inspector General said Capitol Police still needs to follow through on 74 of the 104 recommendations made in the year since the insurrection
Lawmakers prepare for Build Back Better vote
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she's expecting the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office to release its report on the estimated cost of President Biden's Build Back Better social and climate spending package before it heads to a vote. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joined CBSN with the latest on that and other Washington headlines.
Capitol officer charged with obstructing probe
A Capitol Police officer has been arrested and charged with obstructing the investigation into the January 6 riot. Michael Riley is accused of tipping off a protester, allegedly telling them to remove photos and videos from social media.
Capitol Police officer charged with obstruction in January 6 Capitol riot
Michael Angelo Riley is the first out of over 600 people charged in the attacks who is a Capitol Police officer.
Support dog provides comfort to Capitol Police
A black lab named Lila is comforting Capitol Police officers after the January 6 riot. Kris Van Cleave shares how.
Capitol police officer on healing after January 6
Eight months after the deadly January 6 insurrection, some U.S. Capitol police officers who worked to defend the building are still trying to heal from the trauma of that day. Many officers who were there say they were both physically and verbally assaulted by mob that stormed the building and professed their support for former President Trump. More than 100 officers were injured. Officer Harry Dunn, who was at the Capitol on January 6 and testified before about that day before a House select committee, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss his healing process.
"Justice for J6" rally held in D.C.
Demonstrators held small, mostly peaceful rallies in the nation's capital on Saturday in a show of support for the people charged for their role in the U.S. Capitol riots. Jeff Pegues has more.
How law enforcement prepared for Capitol rally
U.S. Capitol Police estimate around 400-450 people were inside the protest area during the "Justice for J6" rally on Saturday. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBSN from outside the U.S. Capitol building with how law enforcement worked to maintain peace.
Authorities on alert ahead of "Justice for J6"
Law enforcement in Washington, D.C. is on high alert ahead of the far-right rally planned in support of rioters who were at the U.S. Capitol on January 6. About 700 people are expected to attend. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Officers brace for possible violence at Capitol rally
Law enforcement in the Washington, D.C., area is on high alert ahead of Saturday’s rally in support of those charged in the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. Jeff Pegues has the details.
Capitol police detail preparations for rally
There is heightened security on Capitol Hill ahead of a "Justice for J6" rally, as law enforcement officials say they will try a regional approach for security concerns. Kyle Cheney, a legal affairs reporter for Politico, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
Security briefing on plan for far-right rally
The U.S. Capitol Police chief is briefing House and Senate leaders today, ahead of a rally planned for Saturday by far-right groups who say they want "justice" for people charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about what to expect from the briefing, plus what House Democrats and Republicans will likely ask the Secretary of State during a hearing about the U.S.'s withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Capitol Police officers sue Trump over January 6 riot
Seven Capitol Police officers sued former President Trump and several far-right extremist groups over the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Investigation into bomb threat near U.S. Capitol
Federal authorities are investigating Thursday's bomb threat near the U.S. Capitol. A 49-year-old suspect surrendered after a five-hour standoff where he claimed to have explosives in his pickup truck. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined "CBSN AM" with the latest.
D.C. bomb threat suspect in custody
An hours-long standoff North Carolina man who claimed to have a bomb on Capitol Hill ended peacefully. Authorities say 49-year-old Floyd Ray Roseberry is now in custody. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
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Biden awards Congressional Gold Medals to officers who defended the Capitol; Friday marks 56th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act
Biden honors officers who defended U.S. Capitol
Nearly seven months after the January 6 U.S. Capitol insurrection, President Biden is awarding Congressional Gold Medals to Capitol and D.C. police officers who protected lawmakers from a mob of former President Trump supporters looking to interfere in the Electoral College vote count. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Politico White House correspondent Chris Cadelago spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about the push for recognition and the rest of the day's political news.
Biden signs bill honoring officers who protected Capitol
"You stood in the breach. You did your duty," the president said before signing the bill.
Co-author Carol Leonnig on new Trump book
"I Alone Can Fix It," a new book by co-authors Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker, details the chaotic final year of Donald Trump's presidency, including the failed security response at the U.S. Capitol during the January 6 insurrection. Leonnig, a Pulitzer prize-winning Washington Post reporter, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano with the details. They also discuss her March interview with the former president at Mar-a-Lago, in which Mr. Trump described the rioters as a "loving crowd."
Jury hears closing arguments at Trump "hush money" trial
Lawyers from both sides presented their final cases before the jury in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in New York.
American in Turks and Caicos sentenced to time served, fine over ammo
Tyler Wenrich was facing a potential mandatory minimum sentence of 12 years in prison in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Judge rejects special counsel request to limit Trump's speech in classified documents case
In an order issued Tuesday, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon rejected Special Counsel Jack Smith's motion to impose a gag order on certain public statements by former President Donald Trump.
DNC plans to nominate Biden and Harris virtually before convention
The Democratic National Committee wants to nominate President Biden and Vice President Harris virtually before the scheduled convention to ensure meeting Ohio's Aug. 7 ballot certification deadline.
Mayorkas says some migrants "try to game" the U.S. asylum system
"The reality is that some people do indeed try to game the system," Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told CBS News.
NATO allies brace for possible Trump 2024 victory
U.S. NATO allies are preparing for the changing political realities that a Trump presidency could bring.
County sheriff has virtual solution for mental health responders
The Cook County Sheriff's Office aims to put mental health workers in the field virtually as cities grapple with alternative police responses.
Haiti transitional council names Garry Conille as new prime minister
Garry Conille has been named Haiti's new prime minister nearly a month after a coalition within a fractured transitional council had chosen someone else for the position.
Statistics from Negro Leagues to be integrated into MLB record books
The immediate impact of the incorporation will see Josh Gibson, one of the baseball's greatest players, take multiple records from the likes of Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth.
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Statistics from Negro Leagues to be integrated into MLB record books
The immediate impact of the incorporation will see Josh Gibson, one of the baseball's greatest players, take multiple records from the likes of Ty Cobb and Babe Ruth.
County sheriff has virtual solution for mental health responders
The Cook County Sheriff's Office aims to put mental health workers in the field virtually as cities grapple with alternative police responses.
Jury hears closing arguments at Trump "hush money" trial
Lawyers from both sides presented their final cases before the jury in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in New York.
Deadly storms leave outages across Texas, cleanup continues across U.S.
Storms with damaging winds and baseball-sized hail have pummeled Texas again.
Homeowners face soaring insurance costs as violent storms wreak havoc
"Everyone is taking a hit with these storms," Oklahoma insurance official says of the mounting financial toll from extreme weather.
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Homeowners face soaring insurance costs as violent storms wreak havoc
"Everyone is taking a hit with these storms," Oklahoma insurance official says of the mounting financial toll from extreme weather.
401(k) company matches are mostly helping high-income workers
Most employers give a company match for people who sock money into their 401(k)s. But that "free money" may be doled out unfairly.
Why "stress bragging" can annoy your co-workers and hurt your career
Employees who constantly emphasize how stressed out they are at work are shooting themselves in the foot, study suggests.
Amtrak changes schedule in the Northeast Corridor due to heat
Amtrak said trains traveling between Boston and Washington, D.C., could face delays because of the heat this summer.
Intrigued by the "no-buy pledge"? Here's how to start.
Participants in the anti-consumption movement talk it up as a away to shed debt and protect the planet.
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Jury hears closing arguments at Trump "hush money" trial
Lawyers from both sides presented their final cases before the jury in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in New York.
NATO allies brace for possible Trump 2024 victory
U.S. NATO allies are preparing for the changing political realities that a Trump presidency could bring.
3 shot to death in South Dakota town; former mayor, ex-law enforcement officer charged
Three people were shot to death in a small South Dakota town, and a former law officer who once served as the town's mayor is charged in the killings.
Judge rules prosecutors in Menendez case can't use evidence they say is crucial
The decision could complicate prosecutors' case against New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez as it relates to Egypt and military aid.
DNC plans to nominate Biden and Harris virtually before convention
The Democratic National Committee wants to nominate President Biden and Vice President Harris virtually before the scheduled convention to ensure meeting Ohio's Aug. 7 ballot certification deadline.
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Why American sunscreen options are limited compared to other countries
How do American sunscreens stack up against others around the world? A 1938 law may be blocking your best options for skin cancer protection.
3 of the worst foods for your teeth, according to dental experts
Candy is not great for your teeth, but experts say there are three other types of foods and drinks to be mindful about for better oral health.
Why psychoactive drugs like ketamine and MDMA are having a moment
Drugs such as LSD, ketamine, mushrooms and MDMA can be powerful treatments for severe depression and PTSD, mounting evidence suggests — but not everyone is convinced.
Rodeo star Spencer Wright's son opens eyes days after river accident
Spencer Wright's son, Levi Wright, has shown some progress since he was found unconscious in a river, his mother said.
Bird flu detected in beef tissue for first time, USDA says
Bird flu has been confirmed in dairy cattle herds in nine states, has been found in milk and has prompted the slaughter of millions of chickens and turkeys.
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Haiti transitional council names Garry Conille as new prime minister
Garry Conille has been named Haiti's new prime minister nearly a month after a coalition within a fractured transitional council had chosen someone else for the position.
NATO allies brace for possible Trump 2024 victory
U.S. NATO allies are preparing for the changing political realities that a Trump presidency could bring.
American in Turks and Caicos sentenced to time served, fine over ammo
Tyler Wenrich was facing a potential mandatory minimum sentence of 12 years in prison in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Pope Francis apologizes after being quoted using homophobic slur
Pope Francis' office issued a statement on Tuesday responding to reports that the pontiff had used a homophobic slur in a closed-door meeting with bishops.
Spain, Ireland and Norway recognized a Palestinian state. Here's why it matters.
Spain, Ireland and Norway moved to formally recognize a Palestinian state on Tuesday, a step toward a long-held Palestinian aspiration amid the Israel-Hamas war.
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Albert Ruddy, Oscar-winning producer of "The Godfather," dies at 94
Albert S. Ruddy, who won Oscars for "The Godfather" and "Million-Dollar Baby" and helped create TV's "Hogan's Heroes," died Saturday.
Richard Dreyfuss' remarks about women, diversity lead venue to apologize
A venue issued an apology after actor Richard Dreyfuss made allegedly sexist and homophobic comments at a "Jaws" event on Saturday.
John Grisham talks history of "Camino Ghosts"
Bestselling author John Grisham is returning to the beach with his latest page-turner. His book "Camino Ghosts" is the third in his Camino Island trilogy. He talks to "CBS Mornings" about the important history behind the book.
Former "General Hospital" star Johnny Wactor shot and killed in downtown LA
Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted three suspects in the midst of a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA early Saturday morning, according to family members.
Kyra Sedgwick and the lighter side of disability in "All of Me"
In the Off-Broadway comedy, Sedgwick plays the mother of a young disabled woman who is romantically involved with a disabled man.
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How AI tackles school bus driver shortages
Some school districts are turning to technology like artificial intelligence to help tackle major bus driver shortages. A school district in Colorado shows how their system could become a model nationwide.
How one school district is turning to AI to solve its bus driver shortage
A severe school bus driver shortage has left many students without reliable transportation but a district in Colorado Springs has found a high-tech solution.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
How new technology is transforming airport security, efficiency
Advocates say the technology, including facial recognition, will lead to improved security and efficiency, but some remain concerned about privacy.
How technology is transforming traveling
New technology is transforming the way travelers pass through airports. Biometrics, including facial recognition are becoming more common. A push in Congress to restrict the TSA's use of biometrics failed earlier this month.
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How climate change impacts flight turbulence
Turbulence on flights has been increasing, and climate change could be one of the reasons why. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains how the human-caused phenomenon affects the flight path.
Protecting nature across America
One million species worldwide are threatened with extinction, according to the United Nations. One of the reasons is climate change. As dire as it sounds, there are many communities working to protect the Earth and those threatened species.
Euclid telescope captures dazzling new images of cosmos
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
Solar storm forecasts could improve after new discovery about sun
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought, a finding that could help predict extreme solar storms.
NOAA releases 2024 summer weather outlook
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released new 2024 weather outlooks for the summer. CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans breaks down how the predictions may be connected to climate change.
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Massachusetts fugitive dubbed "Bad Breath Rapist" captured in California after 16 years on the run
Police in Northern California on Tuesday helped U.S. Marshals arrest a fugitive wanted in a Massachusetts rape case nearly two decades after he fled that state during his trial, authorities said.
3 shot to death in South Dakota town; former mayor, ex-law enforcement officer charged
Three people were shot to death in a small South Dakota town, and a former law officer who once served as the town's mayor is charged in the killings.
David DePape apologizes for Paul Pelosi attack, resentenced to 30 years
The man convicted in the 2022 hammer attack on Paul Pelosi apologized and was again sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday, as the sentencing hearing in his case was reopened due to a court error.
"Son of Sam" killer David Berkowitz denied parole for 12th time
David Berkowitz terrorized New York City with a series of shootings that killed six people and wounded seven beginning in July 1976.
Man accused of running naked in jet, knocking down flight attendant
Police said "officers arrested a man after he allegedly ran naked through the aircraft mid-flight and knocked a crew member to the floor."
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Radar detects fresh lava flows on Venus, indicating active volcanoes
Scientists used decades-old images to track changes on the planet's surface.
NASA says helium leak poses no safety threat to Boeing's Starliner capsule
Engineers are confident the leak will not worsen in flight, and even if it does, the Starliner can safely launch June 1.
A rare 6-planet alignment will occur soon. Here's what to know.
The orbits of six planets will bring them to the same side of the sun to create a "planetary parade" in early June.
Euclid telescope captures dazzling new images of cosmos
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
Boeing's Starliner facing additional delay for extended leak analysis
NASA managers have ordered additional reviews of a small helium leak in Boeing's Starliner spacecraft to make sure it can be safely launched as is.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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The hunt for Forrest Fenn's treasure
Forrest Fenn hid a treasure somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. Five men died searching for it.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Roger Corman, "King of the B Movies" 1926-2024
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N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
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U.S. looks to Europe to counter China exports
The Biden administration argues China subsidizes its products so aggressively and produces them at such scale it undermines other countries' economic output, which should be a global concern. Last week, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen asked her European counterparts for help. Mark Wu, professor of law at Harvard University, joins CBS News to discuss whether a multi-national approach could produce real results.
Why U.S. election safety is at all time high
With 160 days until the next presidential election, American democracy is still reeling from millions of Americans, and even some politicians, refusing to accept the 2020 results. CBS News election law contributor David Becker examines the state of U.S. election integrity.
How climate change impacts flight turbulence
Turbulence on flights has been increasing, and climate change could be one of the reasons why. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains how the human-caused phenomenon affects the flight path.
Takeaways from Trump trial closing arguments
The prosecution and defense in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial gave their closing arguments Tuesday, making their final cases before jury deliberations begin. CBS News campaign reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman and legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe join with the latest.
Israel pressing on with Rafah ground assault
Palestinians who had fled to Rafah to escape the Israel-Hamas war are now in the path of violence as Israel pushes on with its offensive despite global condemnation. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports. Then, Ky Luu, CEO of International Medical Corps, joins to discuss what aid groups see on the ground.