Disturbing photos show heroin suspects in car with child
The disturbing images posted by the East Liverpool, Ohio Police Department on Facebook drew outrage across social media
America's Opioid Epidemic
New drug trends among U.S. college students
Data suggests marijuana use continues to rise, but the appeal of other drugs may be waning
28 ODs in 4 hours: How the heroin epidemic choked a W.Va. city
A look back at troubled day where EMTs worked overtime when 28 people overdosed in four hours
Drugmakers may face more legal action over opioid epidemic
Group of state attorneys general nationwide have been discussing new ways they can pursue legal action against opioid manufacturers like Purdue Pharma, CBS News has learned
FDA warns mixing these common drugs can be deadly
A strong new FDA warning will be placed on close to 400 products to warn of dangerous drug combinations
Major city sees scores of heroin overdoses in 2 days
Police are asking for public's help in trying to identify source of suspected heroin behind overdoses
Dozens of Ohio overdoses blamed on heroin mixed with elephant tranquilizer
Carfentanil is an opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl and 10,000 times more potent than morphine
Surgeon general takes unprecedented step amid opioid epidemic
Opioids are “one of our greatest public health threats and it’s one that we have to respond to with speed and with urgency,” says U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy
Fake Xanax can be a killer
A new report says Xanax pills laced with the potent pain drug fentanyl were to blame for overdoses and death
Latest drug overdose threat: Elephant sedatives
The drug is 100 times more potent than the fentanyl already escalating the country's heroin epidemic
Heroin spiked with elephant sedative linked to overdoses
Akron, Ohio has seen least 90 overdoses and eight deaths the last 10 days
Congress passes compromise bill to curb drug abuse
White House says President Obama will sign the bill even though it "falls far short" in funding addiction programs
Dying by detox: Heroin-related jail deaths raise alarm
Death due to simple negligence with addicts in custody is a real problem that's being ignored amid the heroin epidemic, advocates say
One dead amid 15 suspected heroin overdoses in Akron
Authorities in one Ohio city say they've responded to more than a dozen suspected heroin overdoses in less than 12 hours
The high cost of heroin addiction
Getting treatment for addiction is expensive, and even if drug users make it through detox, there's no guarantee they can even find a spot at a center for further treatment
Heroin use in U.S. reaches "alarming" high
Two new reports highlight huge spikes in both heroin and opioid painkiller abuse
Leftover painkillers get shared, raising risk
Two studies shed light on the over-prescription of opioid painkillers and how some Americans gain access to the drugs
Many addicts going without meds that curb opioid abuse
A startlingly low number of addicts receive medication that can reduce opioid cravings, ease withdrawal symptoms and improve treatment
Prince's death blamed on fentanyl overdose
The 57-year-old singer was found dead April 21 at his Minneapolis-area estate
West Virginia AG's past with drug companies questioned
Patrick Morrisey was once a lobbyist representing pharmaceutical trade group funded by some drug distributors that West Virginia is now suing in opioid crisis
Fentanyl: What you need to know about the deadly opioid
The drug has been linked to 10 deaths in 12 days in California and numerous other outbreaks across the country
New treatment gives hope for those with opioid addiction
A new treatment for opioid addicts -- using implants -- should be available by the end of next month; for some addicts the treatment seems promising
FDA approves drug-oozing implant to control addiction
A new FDA-approved option aims to curb drug craving and withdrawal symptoms for six months at a time
DEA targets drug wholesalers to stem opioid epidemic
Records reveal in a five-year period, the distributor McKesson delivered nearly 100 million opiates to West Virginia -- a state with 1.8 million people
What it's like to love a heroin addict
CBS News follows the toll of heroin addiction in America, including the pain to family members like this aunt whose two nephews are addicts
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Peptide vendor sentenced for "trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.
Senate committee advances Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump's CDC director
If confirmed by the full Senate, Dr. Erica Schwartz would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Millions of kids have caffeine in their diet. It's not all coming from soda.
On any given day, kids consume an average of 19.4 milligrams of caffeine, which is about two-thirds of what's in a can of Coke, according to a new report.
Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
Fauci invokes the Fifth over 100 times
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing on Wednesday, with Republicans confronting him over diary entries and his handling of the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nikole Killion has more.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
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California, Arizona, Nevada would face Colorado River water cuts in federal plan
Arizona, California, and Nevada would take less water from the Colorado River under a federal proposal to stave off a crisis in the river.
Sean Grayson will stay in prison after board rejects medical release request
The Illinois Prisoner Review Board ruled Friday that Sean Grayson, convicted of second-degree murder in the 2024 killing of Sonya Massey, will remain in prison despite a medical release application citing advanced colon cancer.
Families sue Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube over deaths of 4 teens
The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
Tony Romo on leave from CBS Sports after arrest
Romo was arrested in Wisconsin last week, accused of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
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Canelo Álvarez prepares for his return to the boxing ring
Boxer Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez spoke exclusively to "CBS Mornings" about his return to the ring, building his career and his future in the sport.
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Families sue Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube over deaths of 4 teens
The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
New York sues Kalshi, alleging it enables illegal gambling
A growing number of U.S. states are seeking to crack down on prediction markets, but face pushback from federal regulators.
OCTROT heated blankets and throws recalled after fires and injuries
Chinese-made electric bedding poses "risk of serious injury or death," according to U.S. product safety regulators.
Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
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Lawyer for Rep. Miller's ex-wife files for restraining order amid abuse claims
The ex-wife of GOP Rep. Max Miller asked a court to issue a restraining order blocking Miller from contacting her lawyer, as the Ohio congressman faces allegations of abuse — which he denies.
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Democrats demand training info on ICE agent who killed immigrant in Maine
Two Democrats are demanding details and records about the training of an ICE officer who shot and killed a Colombian immigrant in Maine, according to a letter obtained by CBS News.
People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.
Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
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Pentagon weighs eliminating civilian tenure at military academies, draft memo says
The Pentagon is considering a sweeping remake of military higher education, including an end to civilian tenure and a "line-by-line" review of courses, according to a draft memo obtained by CBS News.
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Peptide vendor sentenced for "trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.
Senate committee advances Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump's CDC director
If confirmed by the full Senate, Dr. Erica Schwartz would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Millions of kids have caffeine in their diet. It's not all coming from soda.
On any given day, kids consume an average of 19.4 milligrams of caffeine, which is about two-thirds of what's in a can of Coke, according to a new report.
Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
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Spain sends over 25,000 migrants back to Morocco from Ceuta; dozens dead
The president of Ceuta, Juan Jesús Vivas, estimated that 60,000 migrants had entered the enclave from Morocco and said that at least 34 people had died.
FIFA official resigns in protest of World Cup investment plan
The pressure is rising on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ditch a $20 billion privatization plan, but soccer's governing body is doubling down and criticizing the media.
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U.S. has done "amazing job" with Iran war, Trump says
There was no sign of the conflict ending as Iran claimed to have struck two ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Famed climber Nirmal Purja among 10 missing on Pakistan peak; 4 bodies recovered
Rescuers searching for 10 climbers missing on Pakistan's Broad Peak located four bodies and were looking for the others, officials said. Acclaimed climber Nirmal Purja was among the missing.
Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swings into theaters
Just weeks after "Supergirl" underperformed at the box office, the ninth live-action Spider-Man film since 2002 is expected to premiere with a projected global opening of as much as $465 million. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss.
From the archives: Spider-Man creator Stan Lee
The creator of such superheroes as Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Avengers and the Fantastic Four, Stan Lee (1922-2018) was a comic book genius whose characters made him a superhero himself to legions of fans. In this report that originally aired Jan. 17, 2016, Lee talked with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan about his marvelous life story that, fittingly, was published in comic-book form.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
A lawsuit alleges that a drive storing a $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, an Oscar-winner for "Once" (which became a Tony Award-winning musical), died July 29, 2026 at age 56. In this March 17, 2013 "Sunday Morning" profile, Hansard talked with Anthony Mason about growing up as a street performer in Dublin, and his meteoric rise to fame as a member of the rock band The Frames and (with Markéta Irglová) half of the duo The Swell Season. Also: A web extra featuring Hansard busking on the streets of New York City.
Actor Jared Leto facing allegations
Actor Jared Leto is facing allegations of criminal sexual conduct, which he has denied. In a new BBC documentary, four women accuse Leto of targeting them when they were underage. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
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Families sue Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube over deaths of 4 teens
The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
Is Iran targeting the U.S. water supply?
Investigators are examining whether Iran was involved with a series of cyberattacks on water systems in Minnesota and other states. Nicole Sganga reports.
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.
U.S. probing Minnesota water systems hackings
The U.S. is investigating whether Iran hacked more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota, CBS News has learned. Nicole Sganga reports.
Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Sean Grayson will stay in prison after board rejects medical release request
The Illinois Prisoner Review Board ruled Friday that Sean Grayson, convicted of second-degree murder in the 2024 killing of Sonya Massey, will remain in prison despite a medical release application citing advanced colon cancer.
Dad who gave gun to school shooter sentenced
Colin Gray, the father of the teen who was convicted of killing four in a mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. Prosecutors said he ignored warning signs, giving his son an assault-style semiautomatic rifle and ammunition as a gift.
Concerning cyberattacks on water facilities
The U.S. is investigating whether Iran is behind the attacks on water facilities in at least seven states. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Peptide vendor sentenced for "trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
Rep. Max Miller denies abuse allegations
Ohio Republican Rep. Max Miller has drawn scrutiny after his ex-wife said he abused her and their young daughter. Miller denies the allegations. Democrats want an ethics investigation.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Trump says he's losing faith in Iran
President Trump gathered his Cabinet at Camp David to discuss the wars in Iran and Ukraine, as well as other administration priorities. Mr. Trump also took questions from reporters. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Netflix sued over lost movie "master copy"
A U.K.-based production company and a filmmaker are suing Netflix for allegedly losing a "master copy" of an unreleased Nicolas Cage movie. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Bears gorge on salmon ahead of Alaskan winter
Bears are congregating in Brooks Falls, Alaska, as they attempt to fatten themselves up as much as possible before winter hibernation begins. Katmai National Park and Preserve ranger Troy Hunt explains why the burly mammals head to this river to eat as many fish as they can bear.
Canelo Álvarez on boxing career, motivations
Champion boxer Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez is renowned in Mexico and beyond for his many wins and titles. Álvarez spoke with "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson about his long boxing career and relentless hunger to fight and win.
Trump's Cabinet meets at Camp David
President Trump brought his Cabinet to Camp David to discuss Iran, Israel, Ukraine, immigration and other priorities. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.