Defining domestic terror
This week we've seen a nation can be terrified without the cause necessarily labeled "terrorism." Currently there is a criminal statute for international terrorism, but not domestic. Jim Axelrod has more.
Terrorism In The U.S.
Security increased
New York City has stepped up security in the wake of Barcelona's terror attack that killed 14 and injured more than 100. Officials believe the suspects in Spain may have had an even more destructive plan. CBSN security analyst Frank Cilluffo discusses.
On the scene in Virginia
Thousands gathered at the "Unite the Right" rally in Emancipation Park in Charlottesville, Va., Saturday morning. Riots, chants and violence began before the rally was set to start. Counter-protesters yelled "Nazi scum" and chanted "Black Lives Matter." In each shot of this footage, there's a different story unfolding. The city declared unlawful assembly around noon -- the original slated start time for the rally. By early afternoon, law enforcement kenneled the park and streets ordering everyone in the area to evacuate immediately. Watch more from the scene in Virginia. By: Anisah Jabar
U.S. soldier's ISIS support
A U.S. soldier based in Hawaii has been arrested on terrorism charges. Ikaika Kang is accused of providing material support to ISIS. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with details.
Soldier arrested on terrorism charges
An American soldier on active duty has been arrested in Hawaii on terrorism charges. The FBI accuses 34-year-old Ikaika Kang of providing material support to ISIS. Paula Reid has more.
ISIS' bomb-making research
The classified intelligence President Trump divulged to the Russians involved ISIS plans to bring down jetliners by hiding bombs in laptop computers. It's long been believed that Mosul University was the center of the militants' bomb-making projects. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Laptop bomb threat
U.S. intelligence officials tell CBS News that terrorist groups such as al Qaeda and ISIS have been perfecting and testing a bomb small enough to fit in a laptop computer that could get past airport scanners. Kris Van Cleave reports.
JCC bomb threats suspect arrested
The attorney for the man accused of threatening Jewish community centers in the U.S. says his medical problems might be to blame. Israeli police arrested the unnamed 18-year-old Thursday. He is a dual citizen of Israel and the U.S. Jeff Pegues reports.
Terror plots foiled
An army veteran from Missouri and a resident of North Carolina were arrested by the FBI for allegedly planning separate homegrown terror attacks. CBS News security analyst Ron Hosko describes the counterterror efforts by authorities to foil potential attacks.
Why the U.S. won't pay ransoms
"On the one hand, if you don't pay a ransom, you are putting an innocent life at risk. On the other hand, if you do, you're fueling the very activity that's put them at risk in the first place," says Lisa Monaco, the president's assistant on counterterrorism, in an interview with 60 Minutes
Tackling terror
The attack a Berlin Christmas market on Monday has prompted concerns in the U.S. about similar possible attacks. Paul Viollis, the CEO of Viollis Group, which specializes in security services in the U.S., joins CBSN with more on the concerns.
OSU attacker details
Investigators believe that the Ohio State University attacker may have been inspired by either al-Qaeda or ISIS. Former CIA covert operations officer Mike Baker joins CBSN with the latest details.
Ohio State attack
Investigators don't beleive a Somali-born student who injured 11 people at Ohio State University had direct links to terrorists -- but there is growing evidence he was inspired by them, reports Dean Reynolds.
OSU attack investigation
Abdul Razak Ali Artan complained about anti-Muslim rhetoric on social media before officials say he attacked Ohio State University on Monday. CBS News' Jeff Pegues has the latest on the attacker's background.
Terror threat?
CBS News homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN with the latest on a possible pre-election terror threat under investigation in Virginia, New York, and Texas.
American who joined ISIS
Abdirizak Warsame is facing 15 years in prison after leaving Minnesota to join ISIS and send other Americans to their deaths in Syria. Warsame, who says he was pulled into terrorism online, spoke with Scott Pelley for an interview airing Sunday on "60 Minutes."
NYPD's John Miller on bombings
The FBI became aware of New Jersey and New York bombings suspect Ahmad Rahami in 2014 after a neighbor heard his father call him a terrorist, but federal agents found no ties to terrorism and closed their investigation. John Miller, NYPD deputy commissioner of intelligence and counter-terrorism and former CBS News senior correspondent, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the ongoing investigation into Rahami.
Terror in the U.S.
The threat of terror in the United States is taking center stage after the bombings in New York City and New Jersey and a possibly ISIS-inspired knife attack at a Minnesota mall. Sen. Ron Johnson, chair of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs committee, joins CBSN to discuss the threat.
Bomb suspect's contacts
Authorities believe that it's likely that alleged NYC bomber Ahmad Khan Rahami was radicalized, but have yet to find any direct links to terror groups. Seamus Hughes, the deputy director of the program on extremism at George Washington University's Center for Cyber & Homeland Security, joins CBSN to discuss.
Terror analysis
CBS News senior national security analyst Fran Townsend says Chelsea bombing suspect Ahmad Khan Rahami may have been inspired by a number of different terror groups. She joins CBSN with more on the investigation.
New details on bombing suspect
The man investigators say is responsible for a bombing spree that injured 29 people in New York and New Jersey is behind bars. Ahmad Khan Rahami, 28, was taken into custody after a shootout with two police officers in Linden, New Jersey. Federal law enforcement sources tell CBS News they found writings from Rahami that reveal how he may have been radicalized by various terror ideologies. Jeff Pegues reports.
Bomb material clues
Sources tell CBS News that the New York and New Jersey bombing suspect may have used a material called Tannerite. Anna Werner spoke with an explosives expert about how criminals are getting their hands on these materials.
The NYC Alert
The Monday morning after several terrorist attacks were attempted in the Tri-State area, New Yorkers woke up to a scary, unprecedented alert on their phones
How Rahami was captured
Authorities have detained suspected bomber Ahmad Khan Rahami after a massive manhunt in the greater New York area. There was a mobile alert that went to every cellphone in New York City with the suspect's information on it. CBS News' Jeff Pegues describes investigator's efforts to capture Rahami.
Fran Townsend on NYC bombing
We continue to get new information on a man wanted in connection to Saturday's explosion in New York City. The FBI says 28-year-old Ahmad Khan Rahami is a U.S. citizen of Afghan descent. Fran Townsend, a former homeland security adviser to President George W. Bush and now a CBS News senior national security analyst, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest developments in the bombing investigation.
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Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
Charlie Kirk's accused assassin's lawyers question bullet-rifle link
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
New details on Michigan attacker's activity
The FBI has labeled the March 12 attack on a Michigan synagogue as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
FBI: Synagogue attack was Hezbollah-inspired
The March 12 attack on a synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan, was an act of terrorism inspired by the militia group Hezbollah, federal officials said at a news conference Monday. Watch the full remarks.
Nearly $100 million worth of cocaine found hidden in bananas
The massive seizure of cocaine marked the latest instance of the illicit drug being found hidden in a shipment of the fruit.
Thieves grab paintings by 3 masters from Italian museum in under 3 minutes
Thieves made off with three paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions from an Italian museum in under three minutes, reports say.
Fugitive accused of killing 2 cops is shot dead after 7-month manhunt
Desmond Freeman fled into dense bushland in August last year after shooting and killing two police officers who came to search his rural home.
Denise and Aaron Quinn Get the Last Word
A couple is attacked as they slept. They later team up with law enforcement and get their assailant to confess to more crimes. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Attack survivors, not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper
After their kidnapping case drew national attention because they were accused of making it up, Denise Huskins Quinn and Aaron Quinn worked with law enforcement to help uncover additional crimes committed by their attacker – helping to bring justice to other victims and reclaiming their own story.
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Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court will consider the legality of President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
NFL announces what city will host the Super Bowl in 2029
The Super Bowl will return to Las Vegas in 2029 for the second time after NFL owners voted Monday to award the nation's gambling and entertainment capital the big game.
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Vance appears at secretive donor summit as 2028 presidential speculation grows
JD Vance headlined a closed-door gathering for the spring summit of the Rockbridge Network, a secretive donor group that Vance co-founded in 2019 during his stint as a private investor.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
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JPMorgan Chase rolls out new effort to expand economic opportunity
The bank plans to lend $80 billion to small businesses over the next 10 years as part of what it's calling the "American Dream Initiative."
Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
JetBlue raises checked bag fees as fuel costs climb amid Iran war
JetBlue is hiking bag check fees as airlines face higher jet fuel costs related to the Iran war, making flying more expensive.
Online sports betting linked to rising delinquency rates, report finds
A study from the New York Fed found that delinquency rates increased faster in states where online sports betting is legal.
Fed's Powell tells students not to despair despite tough job market
In a Monday speech, Powell also touched on the impact of the Iran war, saying that longer-term inflation expectations remain in check.
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Charlie Kirk's accused assassin's lawyers question bullet-rifle link
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court will consider the legality of President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
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Vance appears at secretive donor summit as 2028 presidential speculation grows
JD Vance headlined a closed-door gathering for the spring summit of the Rockbridge Network, a secretive donor group that Vance co-founded in 2019 during his stint as a private investor.
DeSantis signs bill to rename Palm Beach airport after Trump
President Trump's family business filed a trademark application for the name in February in response to the Florida bill.
TSA absences still high at some airports, even as workers begin to get back pay
TSA staffing shortages remain far more severe than the national average, although wait times seemed to be stabilizing Monday.
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
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Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
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Gas price rises as Iranian drone hits tanker off Dubai and war grinds on
Iran strikes a tanker off Dubai and reports suggest a first attack on an Iranian desalination plant, as the war pushes U.S. gas prices over the $4 mark.
Nearly $100 million worth of cocaine found hidden in bananas
The massive seizure of cocaine marked the latest instance of the illicit drug being found hidden in a shipment of the fruit.
Air Canada CEO to retire after backlash over English-only crash message
Air Canada will seek a new CEO with "the ability to communicate in French" after Rousseau's English-only condolence message about the deadly New York crash.
Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
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Barbie Dream Fest disappoints some attendees
A Barbie Dream Fest event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, generated backlash from attendees over its allegedly underwhelming experience. Jessica Nova, who drove in from Atlanta for the occasion, joins CBS News to recount her experience.
NYT accuses Pentagon of flouting judge's order blocking its press access policy
The New York Times says the Defense Department flouted a court order blocking it from enforcing a policy limiting press access to the Pentagon.
Extended Interview: Dancers in "Cats: The Jellicle Ball"
Mo Rocca learns some tricks from the dancers in "Cats: The Jellicle Ball."
Extended Interview: Stars of "Cats: The Jellicle Ball"
Mo Rocca sits down with Tony Award-winner André De Shields, Ken Ard, Junior LaBeija and Leiomy, who star in "Cats: The Jellicle Ball."
Extended Interview: Directors of "Cats: The Jellicle Ball"
Mo Rocca sits down with Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch, the directors of "Cats: The Jellicle Ball."
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Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
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Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
Charlie Kirk's accused assassin's lawyers question bullet-rifle link
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
New details on Michigan attacker's activity
The FBI has labeled the March 12 attack on a Michigan synagogue as an act of terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
FBI: Synagogue attack was Hezbollah-inspired
The March 12 attack on a synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan, was an act of terrorism inspired by the militia group Hezbollah, federal officials said at a news conference Monday. Watch the full remarks.
Nearly $100 million worth of cocaine found hidden in bananas
The massive seizure of cocaine marked the latest instance of the illicit drug being found hidden in a shipment of the fruit.
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Good weather predicted ahead of Artemis II launch
Forecasters are predicting good weather ahead of the scheduled, historic Artemis II moon mission on Wednesday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins from the Kennedy Space Center with the latest on preparations.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
Former NASA astronaut on Artemis II launch
A crew of four astronauts are set for liftoff on Wednesday in a mission that will take them around the moon. Former NASA astronaut Terry Hart joins "The Takeout" to discuss the historic Artemis II effort.
Artemis II to launch this week
NASA is hoping to lift off Wednesday on its Artemis II mission that will send a four-member crew on a nine-day trip around the moon and back before splashing down off the coast of San Diego. Mark Strassmann has more.
Meet the astronauts about to make history on flight around the moon
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
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3/30: The Takeout with Major Garrett
More U.S. troops arrive in the Middle East while Trump touts Iran talks; TSA workers begin receiving paychecks, but shutdown continues.
UConn shocks Duke with last-second shot
The Final Four is set in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament after a dramatic finish in Sunday night's matchup between UConn and Duke. Scott Dochterman, college sports reporter for The Athletic, joins CBS News to preview the upcoming semifinals.
What latest deployment signals about Iran war
Sources confirmed to CBS News that the latest deployment to the Middle East includes special operation forces, like Navy SEALs and Army Rangers, in addition to thousands of Marines and Army paratroopers. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins to examine the move.
UConn's historic comeback against Duke
UConn downed Duke with a last-second 3-pointer to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan in the Final Four. Tony Dokoupil has more.
Anticipation grows for Artemis II moon launch
After weeks of delays, NASA is finally poised for the launch of a historic flight this week to send a crew of four astronauts on a trailblazing nine-day trip around the moon and back. Mark Strassmann has more.