Judges, witnesses in Jan. 6 cases warn of threats to democracy in 2024 elections
U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly said during a recent Jan. 6 sentencing, "Unless democracy is protected, it will be destroyed."
U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly said during a recent Jan. 6 sentencing, "Unless democracy is protected, it will be destroyed."
Isabella DeLuca allegedly helped steal a table used by rioters as a weapon against police.
Congress has until the end of Friday to reach a deal to avoid a partial government shutdown. If lawmakers fail to do so, funding for several departments, including Homeland Security and the IRS, will run out. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on where talks stand.
House Republicans on Friday released 5,000 hours of previously unseen surveillance footage from the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson examines how the release could impact the Justice Department's open cases related to the riot.
Edward Richmond Jr., who killed a handcuffed Iraqi civilian in 2004, was trying to live "off the grid" before his arrest on Capitol riot charges, prosecutors say.
Documentarian Michael Kirk joins Major Garrett for this week's edition of "The Takeout" to discuss his upcoming PBS FRONTLINE documentary, "Democracy on Trial." Kirk reflects on his reporting about the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol and the criminal cases against former President Donald Trump for the documentary. He also talks about Trump's influence on the Republican Party and the 2024 presidential election.
Carlos Ayala was arrested on multiple charges on Tuesday, according to federal court records.
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn announced a congressional bid in Maryland on the eve of three years since the riot on Capitol Hill. Dunn, who was on duty that day, sat down with CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion to discuss why he decided to run.
In the video, a mob is shown crowded outside the doors of the House Chamber, yelling at congressional members through what appears to be broken glass.
Ashli Babbitt was shot and killed while she tried to climb through a broken door into the Speaker's Lobby outside the House Chamber.
The FBI has offered a half-million dollar reward for information about the pipe bomber who planted viable devices outside the Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters the night before Jan. 6, 2021. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane examines the status of the Justice Department's investigation three years later.
Saturday marks three years since the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. William Howell, professor of American politics at the University of Chicago, joins CBS News to examine the challenges facing American democracy.
Federal prosecutors will be permitted to access 1,659 of the more than 2,000 records found on Perry's personal device, which was seized in August 2022.
A former California police chief who brought a hatchet to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for his role in the siege.
Tucker Carlson said he is "voting for Trump, and if they convict him, I will send him the max donations and I will lead protests," on Roseanne Barr's podcast.
Investigators said Yetman fled while being served a warrant, hopping a fence and running toward train tracks.
Authorities were trying to serve a warrant when the suspect, identified as Gregory Yetman, allegedly fled the scene.
Officer Harry Dunn is opening up about his experience with trauma in the wake of the Jan. 6 attack. Dunn joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new memoir "Standing My Ground: A Capitol Police Officer's Fight for Accountability and Good Trouble After January 6th." He says he hopes to start an important dialogue about mental health.
The Capitol Police says roughly 300 people were arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest at the Cannon House building in Washington, D.C., Wednesday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Republican Reps. Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan have said they will run for House speaker and are expected to pitch themselves to their conference next week. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains what it could take to get elected.
The Capitol attending physician said Thursday Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is "medically clear to continue with his schedule." The statement came a day after McConnell appeared to freeze during an exchange with reporters in Kentucky. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
The sentence, if imposed, would be by far the longest punishment that has been handed down in the massive Jan. 6 prosecution.
A former Georgia official and a journalist were called to testify before a Fulton County grand jury investigating alleged efforts by former President Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the results of the 2020 election in the state.
"We've found no confirmation that there was an active shooter," Capitol Police chief Thomas Manger told reporters.
"The attack on our nation's Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was an unprecedented assault on the seat of American democracy," special counsel Jack Smith said Tuesday.
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York got their first glimpse of the arguments both sides plan to make.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
Laura Kowal's match on an online dating site wasn't what he seemed. Now her daughter is on a mission to expose the risk of romance scams: "It could happen to anybody."
Those who prioritize climate change feel somewhat unsatisfied — more of them feel Biden has done too little.
The Supreme Court considered whether efforts to address homelessness in Grants Pass, Oregon, violated the Constitution's prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
After a U.S. investment of about $1 billion in Niger, the welcome mat is being yanked out from under American troops' feet.
New York Attorney General Letitia James's office argued it is concerned about the financial wherewithal of Knight Specialty Insurance company, which posted the bond for former President Donald Trump.
The NYPD moved in on the encampment at NYU and started making arrests on Monday night.
The first witness in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is expected to retake the stand Tuesday morning after a hearing over Trump's social media posts.
Karen, a "vibrant and beloved ostrich" at the Topeka Zoo, died after swallowing keys she nabbed from a staffer, the zoo announced on Facebook last week.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD made several arrests at a pro-Palestinian protest outside NYU's Stern School of Business.
Laura Kowal's match on an online dating site wasn't what he seemed. Now her daughter is on a mission to expose the risk of romance scams: "It could happen to anybody."
Proposed deal "threatens to deprive consumers of the competition for affordable handbags," federal agency says.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
A "concierge service" that lets paying members bypass airport security lines is unfair to other travelers, California lawmaker says.
Tesla reduced prices by $2,000 on three of its five models in the U.S. and also slashed prices in China and Germany.
The first witness in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is expected to retake the stand Tuesday morning after a hearing over Trump's social media posts.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD made several arrests at a pro-Palestinian protest outside NYU's Stern School of Business.
Protesters have been arrested at Columbia and Yale as they've refused to move, calling for a break from Israel.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Tires emit huge volumes of particles and chemicals as they roll along the highway, and researchers are only beginning to understand the threat. One byproduct of tire use, 6PPD-q, is in regulators' crosshairs after it was found to be killing fish.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
To reduce recidivism, some rural counties are hiring community health workers or peer support specialists to connect people leaving custody to mental health, substance use treatment, medical services and jobs.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
As of the end of March, more than 187,000 Ukrainians have arrived in the U.S. under the Uniting for Ukraine program, resettling with resounding efficiency and relatively little controversy.
The NYPD made several arrests at a pro-Palestinian protest outside NYU's Stern School of Business.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
After a U.S. investment of about $1 billion in Niger, the welcome mat is being yanked out from under American troops' feet.
Facing widespread unhappiness over its response to the Israel-Hamas war, the writers' group PEN America has called off its annual awards ceremony.
The Spice Girls had a reunion on Saturday and even put on an impromptu performance.
Former Miss USA and Extra correspondent Cheslie Kryst shared her excitement about writing her first book, finishing the manuscript shortly before she died by suicide in 2022, at age 30. Her family says she battled severe depression for years. Now, her mother, April Simpkins, is honoring her daughter's wish by publishing her book. It's called "By the Time You Read This: The Space Between Cheslie's Smile and Mental Illness." April Simpkins joins us first on "CBS Mornings." For more information on Cheslie Kryst go to cheslieckrystfoundation.org
Best-selling author and dating coach Matthew Hussey, known for his popular podcast "Love Life with Matthew Hussey" and his popular YouTube videos, unveils his new book, "Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily -- No Matter What."
Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,'' became Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day while selling 1.6 million units. It’s on track to sell more than 2 million copies in its first week
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo is at the center of a global competition for semiconductor dominance. It's a battle that also puts her at the center of two of the hottest global national security hotspots. Lesley Stahl of 60 Minutes spoke with Raimondo for the broadcast.
A bill that could ultimately ban TikTok in the U.S. will soon head for a vote in the Senate. Here's what experts say to expect next.
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.
More than 100 nations, including the United States, have agreed to protect 30% of the world's oceans by 2030.
More than 100 nations have agreed to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. One way of doing this is to create what are known as Marine Protected Areas, where human activity is restricted or banned. Ben Tracy reports on how a mix of AI and satellite vessel tracking data can help.
A photo taken two days after the sinking of the RMS Titanic apparently shows the iceberg that doomed the so-called unsinkable ship in 1912. CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
Despite how terrifying sharks might seem, the creatures are critical to the survival of the world's oceans. Oceans generate 50% of the oxygen on the planet and absorb 90% of excess heat created by global warming. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy spoke with conservationists in the Bahamas.
A new CBS poll finds that most of the public favors the U.S. taking steps to address climate change. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the numbers.
Climate change could cause a $38 trillion income loss per year globally by 2049, according to a new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research. CBS News' Lilia Luciano breaks down the numbers.
A recent report by the United Nations warned that 1 million species are at risk of extinction because of climate-related issues, and some scientists say the number could be even higher. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
A growing form of fraud is posing physical, emotional, and financial threats to everyday Americans. Jim Axelrod reports on a romance scam turned tragic -- when a widow was swindled out of her life savings.
Laura Kowal's match on an online dating site wasn't what he seemed. Now her daughter is on a mission to expose the risk of romance scams: "It could happen to anybody."
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York got their first glimpse of the arguments both sides plan to make.
Federal law enforcement officials have brought charges against Xisen Guo, who is accused of creating an illicit marijuana-growing operation off the beaten path in rural Maine.
Officials say the story of a woman found dead, her savings drained, after meeting a con artist on an online dating site is part of a national crisis unfolding largely in secret.
A process called cryopreservation allows cells to remain frozen but alive for hundreds of years. For some animal cells, the moon is the closest place that's cold enough.
The Lyrid meteor show is set to peak as the week begins.
April's full moon, known as the Pink Moon, will reach peak illumination on Tuesday, but it will appear full from Monday morning through Thursday morning.
NASA confirmed Monday that a mystery object that crashed through the roof of a Naples, Florida home last month was space junk from equipment discarded by the space station.
NASA said it agrees with an independent review board that concluded the project could cost up to $11 billion without major changes.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
A photo taken two days after the sinking of the RMS Titanic apparently shows the iceberg that doomed the so-called unsinkable ship in 1912. CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
For the past two years, the U.S. has been quietly resettling hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian refugees. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with one of the families that escaped war and now live and work in New Jersey.
A growing form of fraud is posing physical, emotional, and financial threats to everyday Americans. Jim Axelrod reports on a romance scam turned tragic -- when a widow was swindled out of her life savings.
Despite how terrifying sharks might seem, the creatures are critical to the survival of the world's oceans. Oceans generate 50% of the oxygen on the planet and absorb 90% of excess heat created by global warming. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy spoke with conservationists in the Bahamas.
2024 kicked off with the highest number of drug shortages on record. CBS News reporter Erica Brown explains why some medications are harder to find and what's being done to fix the problem.