Watchdog finds DHS falls short in addressing domestic terrorism threat
DHS has no "long-term approach" to countering domestic terrorism, report says.
Terrorism In The U.S.
Buffalo victim's son pleads with senators to address domestic terrorism
Garnell Whitfield Jr.'s mother, Ruth Whitfield, was among the 10 people who was fatally shot in an attack at a grocery store in Buffalo last month.
Accused Buffalo gunman charged with terrorism motivated by hate
The 25-count indictment also contains charges of murder and attempted murder as a hate crime and weapons possession.
Senate fails to advance domestic terrorism bill over GOP opposition
The vote to begin debate failed by a margin of 47 to 47, falling short of the 60-vote threshold needed to overcome Republican opposition.
House OK's domestic terrorism bill in wake of Buffalo shooting
The measure's sponsors say it would fill intel-sharing gaps among the Justice Department, Department of Homeland Security and the FBI.
Chris Wray on rising violence in the U.S. and domestic terrorism
The director told 60 Minutes why he thinks violent crime has risen across the country and shared what the FBI learned about intelligence gathering from January 6th.
Director Christopher Wray lays out the FBI's major challenges
In a rare interview, Wray speaks with Scott Pelley about how the bureau is engaging the war in Ukraine while fighting rising violence at home and foreign and domestic terrorism.
Inside America's efforts to avoid a new bin Laden, or "someone worse"
You may hear little about terror in Africa, but U.S. military commanders there say our enemies are "growing," and "it's only a matter of time" before they target America.
Justice Department to form new domestic terrorism unit
"The threat posed by domestic terrorism is on the rise," Assistant Attorney General Matthew Olsen told the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.
FBI has more than doubled domestic terrorism caseload
"Today, terrorism moves at the speed of social media," FBI Director Christopher Wray told Congress on Tuesday.
Garland unveils plan to combat domestic terrorism
As the administration unveiled its domestic terrorism strategy, the FBI warned that disgruntled QAnon believers might progress from "digital soldiers" to creating real-world violence.
DHS warns violent extremists may exploit easing of COVID restrictions
DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas issued a terrorism advisory warning of "increasingly complex and volatile" domestic threats.
New intel report warns domestic terrorism poses "elevated threat"
Factors including COVID-19 and "emboldening" effect of the Capitol riots will "almost certainly" spur domestic violent extremists to engage in more violence.
FBI director says Capitol attack was "domestic terrorism"
Wray appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee in his first testimony since the January 6 riots.
Trio hoped Virginia gun rally would spark "civil war": Feds
Federal prosecutors argued that the men, who were arrested last week, should be detained pending trial, indicating they are a part of a "domestic terrorism investigation."
N.J. man scouted potential terror targets in 3 cities, feds say
Prosecutors allege Alexei Saab, aiding Hezbollah, took photos or video of landmarks in New York, Boston and Washington including Statue of Liberty, Fenway Park and White House
Mechanic charged with sabotaging flight may have ISIS ties
In July, Abdul-Majeed Marouf Ahmed Alani allegedly tried to interfere with a plane's navigation system
N.Y. teen charged with planning knife or bomb attack
Awais Chudhary faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted
Suspect arrested for plotting NYC attack in the name of ISIS
Sources say he was planning an attack in the New York City borough of Queens
Politicians pushing for laws to address domestic terrorism
Arizona Republican Senator Martha McSally intends to introduce legislation when Congress returns in September
Wave of threats renews debate over how to combat domestic terrorism
"We have to label this for what it is, and we've got to be honest and not make excuses," Fran Townsend says
What is "domestic terrorism" and what can the law do about it?
Many in the public do not understanding that domestic terrorism is a definition and not a federal crime that can be prosecuted
Calls grow for U.S. to shift security focus to white nationalist threats
Greg Miller of The Washington Post joins CBSN to explain the difference in how the U.S. responded to terrorism after 9/11, versus the growing threat today of white supremacy
How U.S. laws fall short on domestic terrorism
Mary McCord, a former Department of Justice official, spoke with CBSN about the difficulties of prosecuting domestic terrorism
DHS chief calls for more resources to fight domestic terrorism
"We need to invest more — no question," Kevin McAleenan said on "CBS This Morning" after report highlights differences between Obama and Trump administrations
Crime
Mother of Virginia boy who shot teacher faces new federal charges
Deja Taylor, the mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot Abby Zwerner, his first-grade teacher, is accused of illegally using marijuana while in possession of a firearm.
Suspect in Natalee Holloway case to be transferred to U.S. this week
The prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalee Holloway will face fraud and extortion charges in relation to an alleged plot to sell false information to her family.
Natalee Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Portland police deny "online rumors" linking deaths to serial killer
Speculation on social media and in news articles that the deaths of six women in and around Portland are connected is "not supported by the facts," the Portland Police Bureau said Sunday.
Woman accused of trying to order hit on wife of man she met on dating app
Melody Sasser is charged with murder for hire, according to the federal court complaint.
Driver charged after car jumps curb in NYC, killing man and injuring 4
Mahbub Ali, 26, has been charged with vehicular manslaughter, assault, and driving while intoxicated, according to police.
Mother and daughter charged in 71-year-old grandmother's killing
A Maryland woman is accused of murdering her mother on May 23. Police say she and her daughter tried to dispose of the remains the next day.
Mom and 1-year-old daughter fatally shot; father found dead near river
Hughes' 5-year-old daughter from another relationship had a gunshot wound to her arm and a cut on her back, officials said.
Woman allegedly left kids in car that caught fire while she was shoplifting
The woman is charged with child neglect and arson. Onlookers in the mall parking lot in Oviedo, Fla. rescued both children. One child suffered minor burns.
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Mother of Virginia boy who shot teacher faces new federal charges
Deja Taylor, the mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot Abby Zwerner, his first-grade teacher, is accused of illegally using marijuana while in possession of a firearm.
Gas stove debate boils over in Congress this week
Soon after the rare bipartisan agreement on lifting the debt ceiling, Congress is now engaged in a fierce debate begins this week over the future of gas-fueled stoves in U.S. homes.
Second plane carrying migrants lands in Sacramento
A group of 20 migrants arrived in Sacramento Monday, days after a flight carrying 16 migrants landed in the city. Officials linked both flights to the state of Florida.
Family of woman shot through door in Florida calls for arrest
Ajike "AJ" Owens, a mother of four, was fatally shot through a door after a dispute with her neighbor, police said. No arrests have been made, though officials say they know who fired the gun.
How to behave on an airplane during the "beast" of summer travel
A veteran flight attendant warns that "every flight will be very full." Here are some tips for keeping your calm during a trip.
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How to behave on an airplane during the "beast" of summer travel
A veteran flight attendant warns that "every flight will be very full." Here are some tips for keeping your calm during a trip.
Fortune releases list of top 10 biggest U.S. companies
America's largest company by revenue has held the title for more than a decade, according to Fortune 500 ranking.
Hollywood actors are preparing for a strike. Here's what that means.
Roughly 160,000 actors could walk out at the end of June, bringing nearly all TV and movie productions to a sudden halt.
Volkswagen relaunches microbus in North America as electric ID. Buzz
The reimagined electric van has a sunroof, leather interiors and a touch-screen infotainment system.
Dave Ramsey faces $150M suit for promoting company accused of fraud
Personal finance guru received up to $30 million for promoting timeshare exit company that failed to help customers, complaint alleges.
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Gas stove debate boils over in Congress this week
Soon after the rare bipartisan agreement on lifting the debt ceiling, Congress is now engaged in a fierce debate begins this week over the future of gas-fueled stoves in U.S. homes.
Robert Hanssen, FBI agent convicted of spying for Russia, dead at 79
Robert Hanssen, one of the most damaging spies in American history, was found dead in his prison cell.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Eight Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu says he won't run for president
Gov. Chris Sununu's decision to bow out of the 2024 race comes as the field of GOP candidates continues to grow.
Robert Kennedy Jr.'s Instagram account has been restored
More than a month after launching his presidential bid, Kennedy's Instagram account has been reinstated.
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Health firm wrongly told hundreds of people they might have cancer
Grail, a biotech firm that makes a blood test for detecting cancer, blamed the snafu on a technology glitch.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
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Britain's Princess Eugenie gives birth to baby boy
Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank is Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's second son.
Suspect in Natalee Holloway case to be transferred to U.S. this week
The prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalee Holloway will face fraud and extortion charges in relation to an alleged plot to sell false information to her family.
Natalee Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Frenchman's one-of-a-kind wooden car fetches a record price at auction
The Citroen 2CV is one of the most iconic cars ever to come out of France, but nobody had ever seen one quite like Michel Robillard's handcrafted masterpiece.
India train crash investigators to look at possibility of sabotage
India's top criminal investigation agency is likely to probe the disaster in Odisha, which was one of the deadliest rail crashes in the country's history.
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Hollywood actors are preparing for a strike. Here's what that means.
Roughly 160,000 actors could walk out at the end of June, bringing nearly all TV and movie productions to a sudden halt.
Members of the hit-making group "TLC" on their enduring legacy
As they prepare for a new summer tour, Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas and Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins share memories of their group as they continue to make powerful connections with fans.
The "Barbie" movie used so much pink paint it caused a shortage
"But we delivered everything we could; they got it all," the film's paint supplier told CBS News.
Freddie Mercury memorabilia on display ahead of auction
Song lyrics Mercury scribbled on an old airline schedule reveal what "Bohemian Rhapsody" was almost titled.
Tony Shalhoub on his new movie "Flamin' Hot"
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor Tony Shalhoub joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new movie "Flamin' Hot" and the series finale of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."
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Technology
Apple unveils mixed reality headset
Apple unveiled a long-anticipated piece of hardware during its worldwide developers conference Monday. The new "Vision Pro" mixed-reality headset is the tech juggernaut's first foray into what it calls "spatial computing." Brian Heater, hardware editor at TechCrunch, joins CBS News to discuss the significance behind the headset and other highlights from the conference.
Apple unveils new VR headset
Apple gave the world the first look at its new Vision Pro headset. Carter Evans takes a look at whether the new product can succeed where other wearable tech has failed.
Here's what to know about Apple's debut virtual reality headset, Vision Pro
The headset, which blends the digital and physical worlds, marks Apple's first major new product since AirPods in 2016.
New products at Apple's WWDC event
Apple unveiled several new products at Monday's highly-anticipated annual Worldwide Developers Conference. James Clayton, a technology reporter for the BBC in North America, shares some highlights.
TSA expands controversial facial recognition program
As possible record-setting crowds fill airports nationwide, passengers may encounter new technology at TSA checkpoints.
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Scientists find potential predator that can kill spotted lanternflies
Authorities have urged people to do whatever they can to stop the invasive species known as the spotted lanternfly from spreading.
Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
Phoenix limits construction amid water crisis
Arizona is limiting new construction around Phoenix as the state's water supply continues to dwindle. State officials say there isn't enough groundwater for housing construction that's already been approved. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
South Dakota zoo welcomes litter of "critically endangered" red wolves
A litter of six red wolf pups, a highly endangered species of which there are only about two dozen in the wild, was born at the Great Plains Zoo in South Dakota on Thursday.
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins
The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun and forecasters are already watching some activity in the Gulf. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson joins with a preview of the season, and national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez investigates Florida's flood insurance crisis.
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Mother of Virginia boy who shot teacher faces new federal charges
Deja Taylor, the mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot Abby Zwerner, his first-grade teacher, is accused of illegally using marijuana while in possession of a firearm.
Suspect in Natalee Holloway case to be transferred to U.S. this week
The prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalee Holloway will face fraud and extortion charges in relation to an alleged plot to sell false information to her family.
Natalee Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Portland police deny "online rumors" linking deaths to serial killer
Speculation on social media and in news articles that the deaths of six women in and around Portland are connected is "not supported by the facts," the Portland Police Bureau said Sunday.
Woman accused of trying to order hit on wife of man she met on dating app
Melody Sasser is charged with murder for hire, according to the federal court complaint.
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SpaceX launches space station resupply mission
The Dragon carries needed crew supplies and equipment, along with two roll-out solar array blankets.
New Webb telescope images reveal center of far-off galaxy
One of the new images, part of an "astronomical treasure trove" reveal asteroid tails shooting across the far-off galaxy.
Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
Up until Friday, all images seen of the planet were technically of its past.
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Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
See the details of the bizarre case.
Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
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Eye on America: Barack Obama's initiative
In Chicago, we sit down for an exclusive interview with former President Barack Obama to talk about the latest My Brother's Keeper initiative, gun violence in the U.S. and his legacy. Then in Buffalo, New York, we revisit the community impacted by the supermarket shooting one year later. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Apple unveils mixed reality headset
Apple unveiled a long-anticipated piece of hardware during its worldwide developers conference Monday. The new "Vision Pro" mixed-reality headset is the tech juggernaut's first foray into what it calls "spatial computing." Brian Heater, hardware editor at TechCrunch, joins CBS News to discuss the significance behind the headset and other highlights from the conference.
Actors voting on strike authorization
Hollywood actors may soon be joining writers on the picket line. The Screen Actors Guild is set to announce whether its members have authorized a possible strike. Gene Maddaus, senior media reporter for Variety, joins CBS News to discuss the issues unfolding in the film and TV industry.
Flight carrying migrants lands in Sacramento
A second flight carrying migrants landed in California's capital Monday. It's not clear who exactly is responsible, but California's governor blames Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. CBS News Sacramento reporter Madisen Keavy joins with the latest.
Where Mike Pence fits in GOP 2024 field
Former Vice President Mike Pence on Monday filed the paperwork declaring his candidacy for president of the United States. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins to discuss the role Pence could play in the 2024 presidential race.