Texas executes white supremacist who dragged black man to death
James Byrd Jr., who was chained to the back of a truck and dragged for nearly 3 miles along a secluded road
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Dee Dee and Gypsy Rose Blanchard's Facebook page still up
The posts led to the discovery of Dee Dee's murdered body — as well as the secrets the seemingly dedicated mother kept
Rapper Bun B shoots armed intruder at his Houston home
Bun B, whose real name is Bernard Freeman, allegedly chased the suspect and pulled off his mask, police said
Video shows attackers before Easter bombings
New surveillance footage shows two of the bombers who killed hundreds in Sri Lanka. Video shows the moments before the deadly attack on Easter Sunday. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Police charge driver who hit pedestrians
A 34-year-old man was charged in connection with a horrific crash in Sunnyvale, California. Isaiah Peoples was arrested after police say he drove his speeding car into a crowd of pedestrians. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Man accused of deliberately driving car into pedestrians
Police said Isaiah Peoples drove into a group, injuring eight people
Parents of of AJ Freund charged with murder
The parents of a 5-year-old boy who went missing last week were charged with murder. Police say the boy's body was discovered not far from his home. Dean Reynolds reports.
Illinois gov has "no concerns at all" about reported federal criminal probe
Gov. J.B. Pritzker is reportedly under federal criminal investigation for fraudulently obtaining property tax breaks
Pompeo: Sri Lanka attacks "inspired by ISIS"
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo acknowledged Wednesday that the terrorist attacks carried out in Sri Lanka over the weekend were at least "inspired by ISIS." He spoke with CBS News senior national security contributor Michael Morell for his podcast "Intelligence Matters."
Police: Missing Illinois boy found dead
Police in Crystal Lake, Illinois, say they've found a body they believe to be missing 5-year-old Andrew Freund. Both of the child's parents have been charged with murder and other counts. Dean Reynolds joins CBSN with the latest.
Parents charged in death of missing Illinois boy
Andrew "AJ" Freund was reported missing by his parents nearly a week ago — both now face murder charges
"Avowed racist" to be executed for black man's horrific 1998 murder
John William King was put on death row for chaining James Byrd Jr. to the back of a truck and dragging his body for nearly 3 miles
Trump supporter who mailed pipe bombs to Democrats blames steroids
Cesar Sayoc said he was using 274 different supplements and vitamins along with "heavy amounts of steroids" before his arrest
Car rams into 8 people at Calif. intersection, possibly on purpose
Car stopped when it hit tree, and driver was taken into custody
Luke Walton sued for alleged assault
New Sacramento Kings coach Luke Walton is accused of sexual assault in a lawsuit. Former sports reporter Kelli Tennant claims he assaulted her while he was an assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors. Carter Evans reports.
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Joe Biden says he's running for president, in video announcing bid
The former vice president joins a crowded field of Democrats hoping to capture the nomination
"Pure fear": Uganda kidnapping survivor on harrowing abduction
Kimberly Endicott was on a safari vacation in Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park when four men abducted her and her guide
After "Bridgegate" sentencing, Bridget Kelly says Christie is "lying"
The one-time aide to former New Jersey governor was sentenced to 13 months in prison
Putin calls on U.S. to compromise for a deal with North Korea
1st meeting between Russian and North Korean leaders reflects Moscow's desire to be key player in nuclear standoff, and Kim's frustration with stalled U.S. talks
White supremacist executed for dragging black man to death
James Byrd Jr., who was chained to the back of a truck and dragged for nearly 3 miles along a secluded road
Jeff Sessions says it's "time" to accept results of Russia probe
"I think it's about time to accept the results and let's get on with the business of America," the former attorney general told Amherst College
High school bans hair rollers, satin caps and pajamas – for parents
The code says attire that is "totally unacceptable for the school setting" will get parents kicked off campus
Parents charged in death of missing Illinois boy
The child was reported missing from his Crystal Lake, Illinois, home by his parents nearly a week ago
Man accused of deliberately plowing car into pedestrians
Police said Isaiah Peoples drove into a group, injuring eight people
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Boeing's 737 Max will fly again -- but no one knows when
The timing depends on aviation regulators worldwide, led by the FAA -- and pilots will also play a key role
Houston principal bans hair rollers, satin caps and pajamas – for parents
The code says attire that is "totally unacceptable for the school setting" will get parents kicked off campus
Bridget Kelly speaks out after "Bridgegate" sentencing: Chris Christie is "lying"
The one-time aide to former New Jersey governor was sentenced to 13 months in prison
Met with protests, Sessions says it's "time" to accept results of Russia probe
"I think it's about time to accept the results and let's get on with the business of America," the former attorney general told Amherst College
Florida House passes bill giving ex-felons voting rights
The legislation would restore voting rights to convicted felons except murderers and felony sex offenders
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Bridget Kelly speaks out after "Bridgegate" sentencing: Chris Christie is "lying"
The one-time aide to former New Jersey governor was sentenced to 13 months in prison
Met with protests, Sessions says it's "time" to accept results of Russia probe
"I think it's about time to accept the results and let's get on with the business of America," the former attorney general told Amherst College
Florida House passes bill giving ex-felons voting rights
The legislation would restore voting rights to convicted felons except murderers and felony sex offenders
Who are the Democratic candidates for president in 2020?
Here's the list of candidates who have either announced an exploratory committee or are all-in for a run to unseat Donald Trump in 2020
Who is Joe Biden, the latest Democrat in the 2020 presidential race?
Although he's widely known for his eight years as vice president under President Obama, Biden served in Congress for almost 35 years
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Another massive cyclone is about to slam into Mozambique
With the country still struggling to recover from Cyclone Idai just 6 weeks ago, another storm is set to hit an ill-prepared part of Mozambique
"Pure fear": Uganda kidnapping survivor on harrowing abduction
Kimberly Endicott was on a safari vacation in Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park when four men abducted her and her guide
Putin calls on U.S. to compromise for a deal with North Korea
1st meeting between Russian and North Korean leaders reflects Moscow's desire to be key player in nuclear standoff, and Kim's frustration with stalled U.S. talks
Security camera captures Sri Lanka attackers before blast
One bomber was the lone unmasked man in images released by ISIS. Two others were brothers
Lego releases bricks to help children learn Braille
The "playful and engaging" bricks will be inclusive to allow sighted teachers, students and family members to use the bricks together
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"Avengers: Endgame" doesn't have a scene after the credits
Don't be too disappointed Marvel fans, there's still a little something hidden after the film ends
"Avengers: Endgame": When to take a bathroom break
"Endgame" is over three hours long — but when nature calls, these are the best times to make a run for it
Rapper Bun B shoots armed intruder at his Houston home
Bun B, whose real name is Bernard Freeman, allegedly chased the suspect and pulled off his mask, police said
"Jeopardy!" contestant wins $1 million
A contestant on "Jeopardy!" has become the second person in history to top $1 million. He reached the milestone in just 14 games. Don Dahler has his story.
Will "Jeopardy!" champ bust show's budget?
James Holzhauer is winning more per victory than even previous champion Ken Jennings, who went on to win more than $2 million after his 74-night winning streak.
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Facebook sets aside $3B for FTC investigations
Facebook's costs jumped by $3 billion in the first three months of the year as the company deals with an ongoing Federal Trade Commission investigation into the social network's privacy practices.
Pew: U.S. Twitter users younger & better educated
American Twitter users are generally younger and better educated than the general public, according to the Pew Research Center. They survey also found 42 percent of users had a bachelor's degree or higher, compared with 31 percent of the general population.
FTC investigation could cost Facebook $5 billion
The inquiry into Facebook's data collection could cost as much as $5 billion, the company said in latest earnings release
Ford invests $500 million into Tesla competitor Rivian
Ford to build a new electric vehicle using Rivian's technology, in addition to an electric Mustang-style crossover and F-150 pickup
2020 digital ad wars focus on hot-button issues
Axios reporter Sara Fisher said the biggest issues will be "emotionally driven" like gun control and abortion
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NASA just detected the first "marsquake"
For the first time since its mission began, NASA's InSight lander has detected what scientists believe to be a marsquake
Household brands bringing zero waste to your doorstep
Procter & Gamble, Nestlé, PepsiCo. and other consumer giants are teaming up on a zero waste project called "Loop" to deliver, clean and refill your favorite products.
How a conservative Texas town became a leader in renewable energy
Mayor Dale Ross says Georgetown, Texas, is on the frontier of a second energy revolution
How to reduce your carbon footprint
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"Marfa Martians" sending their science experiment to space
The team, made up of 10 and 11-year-olds, want to find a way to kill bacteria in space
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Ex-NFL player believes "sensible" cannabis policy coming by 2021
In recent years, several NFL players have missed a majority of their season due to violations of the NFL's substance abuse policy, possibly connected to marijuana use
U.S. measles outbreak hits highest mark in 25 years
U.S. measles cases in 2019 have climbed to their highest level in 25 years in a resurgence largely attributed to misinformation that is turning parents against vaccines
FDA approves breakthrough medical device to treat ADHD in children
It works by delivering a low-level electrical pulse through a patch on a child's forehead
Judge says he'll block Trump policy aimed at Planned Parenthood
The Trump administration policy change would have restricted health clinics from referring patients to abortion providers
Emirati woman speaks after 27 years in "vegetative coma," doctor says
Man tells newspaper his mom suddenly called out is name almost 3 decades after a devastating car crash
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"Jeopardy!" champion James Holzhauer: A mixed blessing for the show
Game shows are "tightly budgeted," one expert says, but Holzhauer's winnings may pay off in the long term
FTC investigation could cost Facebook $5 billion
The inquiry into Facebook's data collection could cost as much as $5 billion, the company said in latest earnings release
Boeing's 737 Max will fly again -- but no one knows when
The timing depends on aviation regulators worldwide, led by the FAA -- and pilots will also play a key role
Contract workers face growing risk on the job, labor group says
Six people have died working for Amazon since November, all of them hired by staffing companies or subcontractors
Tesla loses $700 million after two profitable quarters
Despite a small rise in first-quarter Model 3 production, the pricier Model S and X fell sharply from the prior quarter
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Texas executes white supremacist who dragged black man to death
James Byrd Jr., who was chained to the back of a truck and dragged for nearly 3 miles along a secluded road
Dee Dee and Gypsy Rose Blanchard's Facebook page still up
The posts led to the discovery of Dee Dee's murdered body — as well as the secrets the seemingly dedicated mother kept
Rapper Bun B shoots armed intruder at his Houston home
Bun B, whose real name is Bernard Freeman, allegedly chased the suspect and pulled off his mask, police said
Video shows attackers before Easter bombings
New surveillance footage shows two of the bombers who killed hundreds in Sri Lanka. Video shows the moments before the deadly attack on Easter Sunday. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Police charge driver who hit pedestrians
A 34-year-old man was charged in connection with a horrific crash in Sunnyvale, California. Isaiah Peoples was arrested after police say he drove his speeding car into a crowd of pedestrians. Jamie Yuccas reports.
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NASA just detected the first "marsquake"
For the first time since its mission began, NASA's InSight lander has detected what scientists believe to be a marsquake
"Marfa Martians" sending their science experiment to space
The team, made up of 10 and 11-year-olds, want to find a way to kill bacteria in space
SpaceX suffers Crew Dragon engine test anomaly
SpaceX suffers engine "anomaly" in Crew Dragon test vehicle during Cape Canaveral engine test
Evidence found for first molecule in the universe
"This molecule was lurking out there, but we needed the right instruments," a top NASA scientist said
Watch: Rocket launches cargo to space station
An Antares rocket blasted off from the Wallops Island Flight Facility in Virginia carrying a Cygnus cargo ship loaded with supplies for the International Space Station.
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Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense with a brick paver and a baseball bat because Jason was choking Molly and threatening to kill her
Photos: Fire burns Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
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Star Wars Celebration 2019
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The folk art of Bill Traylor
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Texas principal creates parent dress code
A nationally acclaimed high school principal is standing by a new dress code she created, not for students, but for their parents. Carlotta Outley Brown is the principal of James Madison High School in Houston, Texas. Earlier this month, she issued new rules for parents after one mother allegedly showed up at the school wearing a headwrap and t-shirt dress. Omar Villafranca reports.
Cops became chiefs despite misconduct: report
A new USA Today Network investigation uncovered disturbing patterns of police officers rising through the ranks despite being convicted of crimes and accused of misconduct. The investigation found 32 people who became "police chiefs or sheriffs despite a finding of serious misconduct, usually at another department." Jeff Pegues reports.
Bridget Kelly: Chris Christie is "lying"
A one-time aide to former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie says the governor has made her out to be "a scapegoat" for her role in the 2013 "Bridgegate" scandal. Bridget Kelly was sentenced to 13 months in prison for what prosecutors characterize as a politically motivated plot to create traffic jams over the George Washington Bridge. Now Kelly is definitely firing back at Christie, telling Kristine Johnson of New York station WCBS she was humiliated and wants Christie held accountable.
Couple charged with killing 5-year-old son
An Illinois couple charged with killing their 5-year-old son are due in court Thursday after the discover of a body. Andrew Freund Sr. and Joann Cunningham are each charged with first-degree murder, among other charges. Nikki Battiste reports.
Putin-Kim Jong Un summit
The first-ever meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin ended Thursday. Kim called the talks "candid and meaningful." Putin said he will share details with President Trump to help the North Koreans move ahead with denuclearization. Charlie D'Agata reports.