Venezuela wants U.N. meeting over "mounting threats" by U.S.
Maduro's government expressed its expectation of an "armed attack" against Venezuela in "a very short time."
U.S. Strikes Venezuela
Senate votes down war powers resolution aimed at blocking Trump's boat strikes
Senate Democrats forced a vote under the War Powers Act aimed at blocking continued U.S. strikes on alleged drug-carrying boats off the coast of Venezuela.
Hegseth says U.S. strike on boat off Venezuela kills 4 "narco-terrorists"
U.S. forces carried out a strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat off the coast of Venezuela on Friday, killing four people, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said.
Trump administration tells Congress the U.S. is in "armed conflict" with cartels
A notification sent to Congress and viewed by CBS News says President Trump has determined drug cartels are engaged in an "armed attack" against the U.S.
Venezuela poised to declare emergency after U.S. boat strikes
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro placed Venezuela on high alert over a major U.S. military deployment near his country's coast.
Trump announces second U.S. strike against alleged Venezuelan drug boat
President Trump announced Monday the U.S. military has carried out a second strike on alleged Venezuelan "narcoterrorists."
Alleged drug boat from Venezuela turning back when hit, sources say
The U.S. military strike killed 11 people who the Trump administration said were Tren de Aragua members. A Venezuelan official denied they were involved in the gang.
As Trump justifies boat strike, here's what to know about Tren de Aragua
The deadly U.S. military strike this week on a boat allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela is the latest measure President Trump has taken to combat the threat he sees from the Tren de Aragua gang.
Hegseth warns narco-terrorists will face "same fate" after boat strike
The United States will continue to conduct strikes on "narco-terrorists" in the Caribbean, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said.
U.S. military strikes drug-carrying boat from Venezuela, Rubio says
The U.S. military on Tuesday struck a drug boat from Venezuela, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, as tensions spike between the Trump administration and the Venezuelan government.
Maduro vows to declare a "republic in arms" if U.S. forces attack Venezuela
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Monday claimed eight U.S. military vessels "with 1,200 missiles" were targeting his country.
U.S. cruiser seen crossing Panama Canal as warships sent to Venezuela
The U.S. has said the deployment of warships to the southern Caribbean, near Venezuela's territorial waters, was an anti-drug trafficking operation.
Maduro says "no way" U.S. can invade Venezuela after warships deployed
Venezuela has responded by sending warships and drones to patrol its coastline and launching a drive to recruit thousands of militia members.
Venezuela deploys warships as U.S. destroyers loom off coast
The move comes amid escalating tensions with Washington, which sent three warships and 4,000 Marines towards Venezuela last week.
Venezuelans line up to join militia in response to "outlandish threats" by U.S.
The show of force is intended to send a message to Washington, which has stationed three warships off Venezuela's coast for what the U.S. says are anti-drug operations.
3 U.S. warships to sail off Venezuela as Trump pushes cartel crackdown
The U.S. is deploying 3 guided-missile destroyers to waters off Venezuela as part of President Trump's effort to combat threats from Latin American cartels.
Venezuela deploying millions of militia after "outlandish threats" by U.S.
The U.S. military has also reportedly deployed several vessels to the southern Caribbean, as part of President Trump's crackdown on Latin American drug cartels.
U.S. warns Americans not to travel to Venezuela
The State Department said that it does not have an operating embassy or consulate in Venezuela and warned of "severe risks" there.
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Pilot who helped plan Venezuelan operation wounded in Caracas, sources say
Venezuelan defensive positions opened fire on Delta Force commandos during the pre-dawn raid to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran faced a "nationwide internet blackout," a monitoring group said, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
Pope Leo asks cardinals to help him "point the way for our path ahead"
Pope Leo XIV, the Catholic Church's first ever American leader, appears to signal a more inclusive leadership style than his predecessor.
Could the Iran protests "be a turning point" for its Islamic rulers?
Iran's exiled crown prince wants Iranians to seize the momentum of mass protests, and one analyst believes it could prove a tipping point.
Police reportedly to question bar owners after deadly ski resort blaze
A lawyer for victims' families hopes police questioning the Swiss bar's French owners means "a welcome resurgence of the investigation" into the deadly blaze.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
Trump lays out Venezuela oil strategy; Senate advances war powers measure
Days after ex-Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was captured in an overnight attack, some Democrats and a Republican are pushing to block future U.S. strikes.
Senate advances war powers resolution to limit further Trump strikes on Venezuela
Five Republicans joined all Democrats in voted to advance the measure toward toward limiting President Trump's ability to further strike Venezuela.
NASA considers bringing space crew home due to medical issue
NASA said the unidentified astronaut is "stable," but the agency is considering all options, including a possible early return to Earth for Crew 11
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Inside chaotic Minneapolis protests a day after woman was killed by ICE officer
CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman reports from the scene of a protest Thursday outside a federal building in Minneapolis.
Mayor says ICE seeks to cause "chaos and disruption" in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey indicated Thursday that the city is united in the wake of Wednesday's shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
Minneapolis ICE shooting brings back painful memories for community
The 2020 murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police occurred less than a half-mile away from where a federal agent fatally shot Renee Good while she was in her vehicle.
DHS: 2 people shot by Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon
Two people were wounded in a shooting involving Customs and Border Patrol agents in Portlant, official said.
White House says it wasn't economical to save East Wing amid ballroom construction
The White House says structural issues and decay had made it unfeasible to save the East Wing.
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Trump says he wants government to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds
President Trump says he is directing the federal government to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds, a move he said would help reduce mortgage rates at a time when Americans are worried about home prices.
Avelo Airlines to halt deportation flights for ICE
Budget carrier Avelo is ending a contract with the U.S. government to deport migrants, citing "operational complexity and costs."
USPS says your mail might no longer receive a same-day postmark
A change at the U.S. Postal Service could pose an issue for people who need to get bills, taxes and other mail postmarked by specific dates.
Gmail adds AI to help you write messages and keep track of your inbox
Google is souping up Gmail with features from its Gemini 3 AI app. Here's what to know — including how to opt out.
IRS says tax returns can be filed starting Jan. 26. Here's what to know.
Taxpayers can start filing their 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26, 2026, the IRS says.
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Mayor says ICE seeks to cause "chaos and disruption" in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey indicated Thursday that the city is united in the wake of Wednesday's shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
White House says it wasn't economical to save East Wing amid ballroom construction
The White House says structural issues and decay had made it unfeasible to save the East Wing.
Trump says he wants government to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds
President Trump says he is directing the federal government to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds, a move he said would help reduce mortgage rates at a time when Americans are worried about home prices.
Angie Craig, Tom Emmer spar on House floor over ICE shooting
Rep. Angie Craig told WCCO she wanted to address what she saw as Rep. Tom Emmer's lack of standing up for Minnesotans.
Walz takes aim at "disconnect" between Noem's ICE shooting comments, Homan's remarks on Evening News
ICE head Tom Homan told "CBS Evening News" Wednesday it would be "unprofessional to pass judgment" before a full review.
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RFK Jr. says it may be "better" if fewer children receive the flu vaccine
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed there is "no scientific evidence" the flu vaccine prevents hospitalizations or death in children, despite previous CDC guidance.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
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Pilot who helped plan Venezuelan operation wounded in Caracas, sources say
Venezuelan defensive positions opened fire on Delta Force commandos during the pre-dawn raid to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran faced a "nationwide internet blackout," a monitoring group said, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
Pope Leo asks cardinals to help him "point the way for our path ahead"
Pope Leo XIV, the Catholic Church's first ever American leader, appears to signal a more inclusive leadership style than his predecessor.
Could the Iran protests "be a turning point" for its Islamic rulers?
Iran's exiled crown prince wants Iranians to seize the momentum of mass protests, and one analyst believes it could prove a tipping point.
Police reportedly to question bar owners after deadly ski resort blaze
A lawyer for victims' families hopes police questioning the Swiss bar's French owners means "a welcome resurgence of the investigation" into the deadly blaze.
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Meet the team behind "The Traitors"
The drama and deceit of the Emmy-winning reality show "The Traitors" returns in season four with a star-studded cast. Anthony Mason got a behind-the-scenes look at the show with host Alan Cumming.
Holly Hunter on "Star Trek" series
Academy Award winner Holly Hunter is starring in the new Paramount+ original series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" as the Star Trek franchise marks its 60th anniversary. She talks with CBS Mornings about the series and being part of the Star Trek legacy.
Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Sophie Turner talks new thriller "Steal"
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner is starring in a new thriller series called "Steal." She plays Zara, who works at a London pension fund investment company when thieves force her to help them steal billions of dollars. She talks to CBS Mornings about the series, how she prepared for the role and rising to fame in "Game of Thrones."
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
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Gmail adds AI to help you write messages and keep track of your inbox
Google is souping up Gmail with features from its Gemini 3 AI app. Here's what to know — including how to opt out.
AI company, Google settle lawsuit over Florida teen's suicide linked to chatbot
The terms of the settlement, which was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, were not disclosed.
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.
AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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Details on past car incident involving ICE agent
CBS News has learned the ICE officer who shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday was dragged by a car in a June 2025 incident. CBS News law enforcement contributor Rodney Harrison joins with analysis.
ICE agent in Minneapolis shooting identified
The ICE agent who shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Good in Minneapolis on Wednesday has been identified through court documents. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman is on the ground in Minnesota with more.
Ex-FBI official assesses fatal ICE shooting
Protesters are in the streets of Minneapolis after an ICE agent killed a woman on Wednesday. Chris Piehota, former FBI executive assistant director, joins "The Takeout" to assess the incident.
Sheriff on federal takeover of ICE shooting probe
Minnesota investigators say the FBI is now leading the fatal ICE shooting probe and restricting access to evidence. Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt, whose department has jurisdiction over the site of the shooting, joins CBS News with her reaction.
Gov. Walz implores FBI to allow state to participate in investigation
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz implored the federal authorities to allow state investigators to work alongside them as they launch a probe into the shooting death of a 37-year-old woman by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer on Wednesday.
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ISS crew returning early due to medical issue
The crew at the International Space Station will return home early because of what NASA is calling a medical concern with a crew member. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA postpones spacewalk for medical concerns
NASA on Thursday postponed a scheduled spacewalk on the International Space Station due to a "medical concern." CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
NASA will bring space station crew home early after medical issue
A planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station was scrapped because of what NASA called a "medical concern" with an unidentified crew member.
NASA considers bringing space crew home due to medical issue
NASA said the unidentified astronaut is "stable," but the agency is considering all options, including a possible early return to Earth for Crew 11
Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
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Reflecting on fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
With so much to be said about the last 24 hours, CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil reflects on what's yet to be said -- and what some still need to hear.
Anti-government protests in Iran turn deadly
What began as a revolt over a collapsing currency and rising prices in Iran has morphed into nationwide unrest, with dozens killed and thousands arrested. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
Protests around U.S. after ICE shooting
Demonstrations have been erupting around the U.S. since the deadly ICE shooting of a woman in Minneapolis. CBS News' Karen Hua reports.
George Floyd's aunt reacts to fatal ICE shooting
For George Floyd's aunt, Angela Harrelson, the fatal shooting of Renee Good, less than a half mile from George Floyd Square, hits close to home. Jonah Kaplan spoke to her about the circumstances.
Mayor Jacob Frey defends Minneapolis protests
In an interview with CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey answers questions about what's next for the city and his leadership.