Officer shot in Dallas police ambush sues social media giants
Transit police officer Jesus Retena claims Twitter, Facebook and Google aided in radicalizing the gunman who opened fire in July 2016
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Man wrongly named a suspect in Dallas rampage sues police department
Mark Hughes was wrongly identified by Dallas police as suspect in 2016 fatal shooting of five officers
Transcript: Former Dallas Police Chief David Brown on "Face the Nation"
"Face the Nation" sat down with former Dallas Police Chief David Brown a year after five officers on his force were targeted and killed
Wife of ambush victim sues to stop release of graphic video
Wife of Dallas Senior Cpl. Lorne Ahrens hopes to protect his memory through legal action
2016 saw increase in number of police killed in line of duty
From Jan. 1 through Wednesday, 135 officers lost their lives; nearly half were shot to death
Dallas police squelch critics, questions about deadly attack on officers
Nearly two months after the shootings of five officers, Dallas police have moved to silence critics and lingering questions about the sniper attack
Army reservist who killed 5 Dallas officers showed symptoms of PTSD
Micah Johnson had sought treatment for anxiety, depression and hallucinations, telling doctors that he experienced nightmares after witnessing fellow soldiers getting blown in half
Dallas shooter was accused of sexual misconduct, military says
A military report provides graphic detail on what happened after Johnson allegedly stole a female soldier's panties
Bishop T.D. Jakes on healing after Dallas police ambush
Pastor of Dallas megachurch says conversations are not enough and calls for action to move the nation forward amid heightened racial tensions
Dallas officers laid to rest
The Army is reviewing how the gunman in the Dallas police ambush received an honorable discharge from the military despite a recommendation he be thrown out of the service. Three of the five police officers killed last Thursday were buried Wednesday. Thousands packed churches and lined streets for the funerals. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Military investigates why Dallas gunman received honorable discharge
Dallas shooter served in Army Reserve for six years; military-appointed attorney says he had prepared documents for a more severe other-than-honorable exit
Dallas recovering
The city of Dallas is beginning to heal after the deadly shooting ambush that took the lives of five police officers. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBSN with the latest.
Slain officer's wife addresses Dallas gunman at service
Memorial services for police officers killed in Dallas rampage draw thousands of mourners
Son of man fatally shot by La. cops breaks his silence
Fifteen-year-old Cameron Sterling reflects on the nationwide protests sparked in part by his father's death in Baton Rouge and the police ambush in Dallas
Post about Dallas attack gets Seattle cops union head in hot water
Ron Smith resigning after fiery words on now-deleted union social media accounts, CBS Seattle affiliate KIRO-TV reports
One image captures the heartbreak of Dallas
What the daughters of two slain Dallas police officers can show us
President calls for unity
President Obama offered words of comfort to the city of Dallas Tuesday at a memorial service for five slain police officers. He delivered what some are calling one of the most powerful speeches of his presidency. Scott Pelley reports.
Obama at Dallas memorial
President Obama made a point of trying to mend the nation's divides while speaking at an interfaith memorial service for the Dallas police officers killed last week. See his full remarks.
Bush 43 at Dallas memorial
George W. Bush said, "Today we all feel a sense of loss, but not equally," while speaking at the interfaith memorial service for the Dallas police officers who were slain last week. Bush has lived in Dallas since leaving the White House. See his full remarks.
Obama: "Dallas, I'm here to say we must reject such despair"
"I'm here to insist that we are not as divided as we seem," the president said, at a memorial service for five slain Dallas police officers
For two Dallas surgeons, police ambush is personal
Trauma surgeon who treated wounded officers last Thursday chokes up seeing the memorial outside Dallas police headquarters for first time
Dallas mayor: Our officers died for Black Lives Matter movement
Mike Rawlings responds to former NYC mayor's remarks that Black Lives Matter is "inherently racist" and criticism that President Obama has not been supportive enough
Mom who survived Dallas attack: "I am forever indebted" to police
Mia Taylor was already shot in the leg when she rushed to shield her 15-year-old son from the gunfire
"I did not stop praying"
One of the two civilian victims in the Dallas police ambush is opening up about the terror of last Thursday evening. Shetamia Taylor was shot in the leg, then she rushed to shield her son from the gunfire. Gayle King spoke to Taylor, her husband and their four sons about the incident and where they're going to go from here.
Fallen Dallas officers honored at vigil
Family members offered memories of the fallen officers at an emotional vigil Monday night at Dallas city hall. Colleagues displayed portraits of the five officers who were killed in last Thursday's ambush. More than a thousand people gathered in candlelight to mourn. Omar Villafranca reports.
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Friend of killed embassy staffer on attack
People in Washington, D.C. and beyond are mourning the killings of two Israeli Embassy staffers who were shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum Wednesday. A suspect has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, murder of foreign officials and other counts. A friend of one of the victims, David Boskey, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss Yaron Lischinsky's life.
Kid Cudi testifies about car fire
Warning: Some may find the details of this report disturbing. The federal sex trafficking trial for Sean "Diddy" Combs is set to resume next Tuesday. On Thursday, Scott Mescudi, known as Kid Cudi, testified in court about his brief relationship with Combs' ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan has more details.
Suspect in Jewish museum shooting charged
A man is in custody after two Israeli Embassy staffers were gunned down as they left the Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday evening. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd and Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane have the latest on the investigation. Then, CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins with reaction from President Trump.
Man charged with murder in D.C. shooting
Officials on Thursday provided an update on the shooting outside of the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., that killed two Israeli Embassy staffers Wednesday night.
Eyewitness on deadly D.C. shooting
A suspect has been charged with murder of foreign officials, two counts of first-degree murder and other crimes following the fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staffers outside of the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. Jonathan Epstein, an eyewitness of the shooting, joins CBS News to walk through his experience.
JFK stowaway suspect convicted
The woman accused of sneaking onto a flight from New York City to Paris last year was found guilty Thursday on a federal stowaway charge.
Suspect charged with murder of 2 Israeli Embassy staff in D.C.
Two employees of the Israeli Embassy were killed in the shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., and the suspect is facing murder charges.
Spike in antisemitic incidents in U.S.
The U.S. has seen a spike in reported antisemitic attacks since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. 2024 had the highest number of reported antisemitic incidents on record, according to the Anti-Defamation League. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Tennessee man executed by lethal injection for killing wife and her 2 sons
Oscar Smith was convicted of fatally stabbing and shooting Judith Smith, 13-year-old Jason Burnett and 16-year-old Chad Burnett at their home in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Thousands of chicks found abandoned in USPS truck have been adopted
thousands of chicks found abandoned inside a postal service truck for three days have gone to new homes, according to the Delaware shelter that had cared for them.
Fourth person arrested, accused of aiding inmate in New Orleans jail escape
The 59-year-old woman is accused of sending cash to inmate Jermaine Donald after his escape from a New Orleans jail, state police said.
U.S. reports cases of new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 behind surge in China
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
Why the Army feels safe resuming horse-drawn funeral carriages at Arlington
Following a two-year pause, the U.S. Army's Old Guard will in June resume its solemn duty of using horse-drawn caissons for servicemembers being laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.
Beef prices reach record highs as cattle industry struggles with costs
The average cost of one pound of ground beef reached a record-high of $5.80 in April, according to numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Republicans aim to punish states that insure unauthorized immigrants
A GOP tax-and-spending bill the House approved Thursday would slash federal Medicaid reimbursement for states that offer health coverage to immigrants without legal status.
Beef prices reach record highs as cattle industry struggles with costs
The average cost of one pound of ground beef reached a record-high of $5.80 in April, according to numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Skincare industry profits from marketing products tweens shouldn't use
A CBS News Confirmed analysis of a dozen skincare influencers' accounts found that many featured ingredients not suitable for kids and were undisclosed brand partnerships or sponsored posts.
Gas prices this Memorial Day weekend could be cheapest since 2021
Americans preparing to hit the road for Memorial Day are likely to find lowest fuel prices in years, according to Gas Buddy.
What to know about House bill's $1,000 "Trump accounts" for newborns
House Republican's budget bill would create $1,000 "Trump accounts" for babies born between January 2025 and January 2029.
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Republicans aim to punish states that insure unauthorized immigrants
A GOP tax-and-spending bill the House approved Thursday would slash federal Medicaid reimbursement for states that offer health coverage to immigrants without legal status.
Why the Army feels safe resuming horse-drawn funeral carriages at Arlington
Following a two-year pause, the U.S. Army's Old Guard will in June resume its solemn duty of using horse-drawn caissons for servicemembers being laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.
Ambassador to Ukraine who resigned under Trump may run for Congress
Bridget Brink, who resigned from her post as ambassador to Kyiv due to policy differences with President Trump, could run for Congress in Michigan.
Top Gabbard aide under scrutiny for emails showing push to edit intel assessment
Emails show Kent pressed senior intelligence analysts to amend assessment of links between Venezuelan government and Tren de Aragua gang.
Supreme Court allows Trump to fire labor board members while case proceeds
The Supreme Court granted the Trump administration's request to halt lower court rulings voiding removals of members from two labor boards.
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Republicans aim to punish states that insure unauthorized immigrants
A GOP tax-and-spending bill the House approved Thursday would slash federal Medicaid reimbursement for states that offer health coverage to immigrants without legal status.
U.S. reports cases of new COVID variant NB.1.8.1 behind surge in China
Authorities in Hong Kong say COVID-19 levels are the worst in at least a year.
Skincare industry profits from marketing products tweens shouldn't use
A CBS News Confirmed analysis of a dozen skincare influencers' accounts found that many featured ingredients not suitable for kids and were undisclosed brand partnerships or sponsored posts.
Could weight loss drugs help prevent cancer? Here's what a new study found.
Researchers found GLP-1s may modestly reduce the risk of 14 obesity-related cancers, especially colorectal cancer, when compared to a weight-neutral medication used to treat diabetes.
Deaths from alcohol-related cancers doubled from 1990 to 2021, study finds
Alcohol is a known risk factor for cancer, and new research is showing just how much its impacted cancer mortality rates in the past three decades.
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Cabin owner wakes up to find 440-foot cargo ship on his doorstep
A massive cargo ship sailed up onto shore just meters from Johan Helberg's house. He slept through the whole commotoion.
Israeli Embassy staff members fatally shot were about to get engaged
Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, Israeli Embassy staff members, were identified as the victims of a shooting outside the Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C.
North Korea's Kim fumes after seeing new warship damaged in launch event
North Korean ruler Kim Jong Un said a new naval destroyer was damaged in a "serious accident and criminal act caused by absolute carelessness."
World leaders condemn shooting of Israeli Embassy staff in D.C.
World leaders react to the killing of two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, as Israel blames antisemitic incitement.
Israel condemned over "warning shots" fired near diplomats in West Bank
Israel faces calls from more than 12 nations, including allies, to explain why forces opened fire as a large delegation of diplomats visited the occupied West Bank.
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Kermit the Frog previews his commencement speech
Kermit the Frog is set to speak at Muppets creator Jim Henson's alma mater.
Tramell Tillman steps into "Mission: Impossible"
Best known for "Severance," Tramell Tillman takes on the role of Captain Bledsoe in the new "Mission: Impossible" film, earning standout reviews and sharing the screen with Tom Cruise.
Tramell Tillman on his journey from "Severance" to "Mission: Impossible"
Best known for "Severance," actor Tramell Tillman takes on the role of Captain Bledsoe in the new "Mission: Impossible" film.
Ronny Chieng celebrates Gold House honor with
As a 2025 Hall of Fame inductee, Ronny Chieng shares how growing up across continents, failing the New York bar exam and landing on "The Daily Show" shaped his rise and his voice.
Michelle Williams and Jennifer Simard on new play
In the Broadway musical adaptation of "Death Becomes Her," Jennifer Simard and Michelle Williams bring new life to a tale of eternal youth, fierce competition, and the power of female friendship.
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Do AI chatbots have free speech?
A federal judge in Orlando has ruled that artificial intelligence chatbots do not have free speech in a case centered around a wrongful death lawsuit. A 14-year-old died by suicide last year and his mother says the startup Character.Ai is to blame. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram breaks it all down.
iPhone designer Jony Ive joining OpenAI as part of $6.5 billion deal
Jony Ive, the famed designer behind iconic Apple products, will join OpenAI to create devices with generative artificial intelligence capability.
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 to deal with AI coming for your job
Fiverr CEO Micha Kaufman recently warned his employees about the impact of artificial intelligence on their jobs. Kaufman joins CBS News with more on his tips to beat the AI curve.
Half of states now have laws that ban or regulate cellphones in schools
Bills have sprinted through legislatures this year in states as varied as New York and Oklahoma, reflecting a broad consensus that phones are bad for kids.
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NOAA reveals 2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast
With the 2025 hurricane season starting June 1, NOAA forecasters announced their prediction for how many tropical storms and hurricanes to expect this year.
Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Custom gene therapy saves infant
Baby KJ Muldoon was born with a rare genetic condition that is often fatal, but doctors used custom CRISPR gene therapy to target the exact mutation in his DNA. His family shares their emotional journey in their first TV interview with CBS News.
Richard Garwin, a designer of the first hydrogen bomb, dies at 97
Garwin advised several presidents published more than 500 papers and was granted 47 U.S. patents.
Universe will die "much sooner than expected," researchers say
The universe is poised to die much faster than previously thought, according to new research by Dutch scientists.
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Friend of killed embassy staffer on attack
People in Washington, D.C. and beyond are mourning the killings of two Israeli Embassy staffers who were shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum Wednesday. A suspect has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, murder of foreign officials and other counts. A friend of one of the victims, David Boskey, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss Yaron Lischinsky's life.
Kid Cudi testifies about car fire
Warning: Some may find the details of this report disturbing. The federal sex trafficking trial for Sean "Diddy" Combs is set to resume next Tuesday. On Thursday, Scott Mescudi, known as Kid Cudi, testified in court about his brief relationship with Combs' ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan has more details.
Suspect in Jewish museum shooting charged
A man is in custody after two Israeli Embassy staffers were gunned down as they left the Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday evening. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd and Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane have the latest on the investigation. Then, CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins with reaction from President Trump.
Man charged with murder in D.C. shooting
Officials on Thursday provided an update on the shooting outside of the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., that killed two Israeli Embassy staffers Wednesday night.
Eyewitness on deadly D.C. shooting
A suspect has been charged with murder of foreign officials, two counts of first-degree murder and other crimes following the fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staffers outside of the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. Jonathan Epstein, an eyewitness of the shooting, joins CBS News to walk through his experience.
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NASA's Mars Perseverance's snaps new selfie with a Martian dust devil
The latest selfie by NASA's Perseverance rover at Mars has captured an unexpected guest: a Martian dust devil.
Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Webb telescope captures images of Jupiter's auroras in stunning detail
Jupiter's stunning auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth, as pictured in new images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.
May's full flower moon appears today. Here's how and when to see it.
May's full flower moon will light up the night sky.
Soviet-era spacecraft plunges back to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit
Kosmos 482 was launched by the then-Soviet Union in 1972 as part of a series of missions bound for Venus. But this one never made it out of orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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How budget bill could impact SNAP benefits
As President Trump's budget bill dominates headlines, Americans are facing the possibility of benefits they depend on being diminished. One of them is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP. Elaine Waxman, senior fellow in the tax and income supports division at the Urban Institute, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Friend of killed embassy staffer on attack
People in Washington, D.C. and beyond are mourning the killings of two Israeli Embassy staffers who were shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum Wednesday. A suspect has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, murder of foreign officials and other counts. A friend of one of the victims, David Boskey, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss Yaron Lischinsky's life.
Trump bans international students from Harvard
The Department of Homeland Security is barring Harvard University from enrolling foreign students. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told Fox News that she sent a letter to the privately funded university, saying the students must either transfer or lose their legal status in the U.S. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks it down.
Update on San Diego plane crash
At least two people were killed and eight others were injured after a small plane crashed into a San Diego neighborhood early on Thursday morning. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
Biggest takeaways from RFK Jr.'s MAHA report
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. released his "Make America Healthy Again" report on Thursday. CBS News digital reporter Alexander Tin has more.