Reflection on recovery
CBS News has been following Jason Amaral since March as the heroin addict went through rehab. He sat down with correspondent DeMarco Morgan at the end of his journey to look back on his recovery and how it has changed him.
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Rep. Evan Jenkins, R-West Virginia, is pushing Congress to support new legislation that would address the effects of the growing opioid epidemic on newborn babies
Rep. Evan Jenkins, R-West Virginia, is pushing Congress to support new legislation that would address the effects of the growing opioid epidemic on newborn babies.
Dozens of medical nonprofit groups pleaded with hospital regulators to tighten national rules for prescribing painkillers because of a growing opioid epidemic
Dozens of medical nonprofit groups pleaded with hospital regulators to tighten national rules for prescribing painkillers because of a growing opioid epidemic. In West Virginia, seven doctors have lost their licenses after the state started a crackdown on the drug. Jim Axelrod has more.
The director said over-prescribing these medications is a "key driver" of the country’s drug overdose epidemic
Doctors have new, first-ever guidelines for prescribing powerful opioid painkillers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention wants doctors to back off giving the highly-addictive drugs to patients with chronic pain. The director said over-prescribing these medications is a "key driver" of the country’s drug overdose epidemic. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the guidelines.
Young athletes may be at risk of addiction to painkillers after an injury, and in some cases it leads to a downward spiral
Young athletes may be at risk of addiction to painkillers after an injury, and in some cases it leads to a downward spiral. CBS News' Kenneth Craig reports on two former athletes trying to get their lives back on track.
The faces of heroin include the young, middle-to-upper class and suburban. What was once thought of as an inner-city problem is now a national epidemic
The faces of heroin include the young, middle-to-upper class and suburban. What was once thought of as an inner-city problem is now a national epidemic. Bill Whitaker reports.
Some members of Sackler family under fire over ties to opioids
Purdue Pharma, which some blame for helping spark the opioid crisis, is privately owned by some members of the Sackler family, whose name has become a controversial flashpoint in the opioid epidemic.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" from Los Angeles to discuss the research
More than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, with five to eight million needing powerful narcotics to fight the pain. However, an expert panel is declaring there is little evidence these treatment programs work. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" from Los Angeles to discuss the research.
Purdue Pharma proposes $10 billion plan to come out of bankruptcy
OxyContin maker would put profits into fight against opioid crisis, but many state attorneys general say plan doesn't do enough for victims and their families.
New York doctor charged with murder in 5 opioid deaths
"This doctor's prescription pad was as lethal as any murder weapon," the Nassau County DA said.
McKinsey agrees to pay nearly $600 million over opioid crisis
Opioids, which include prescription drugs and illegal substances, have been linked to more than 470,000 deaths in the U.S. since 2000.
Walmart sued for allegedly fueling opioid crisis
The retailer failed to report suspicious prescriptions and pressured its pharmacists to churn out orders, feds charge.
OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma pleads guilty in criminal case
The OxyContin maker admitted impeding the DEA's efforts to combat the addiction crisis.
Walmart sues U.S. over its responsibility in opioid crisis
Retailer gets legal jump on feds amid questions over whether its pharmacies may have fueled drug epidemic.
Pandemic may be complicating pregnant opioid users' problems
It could be making it harder for them to get effective treatment, says author of American Academy of Pediatrics study.
OxyContin maker to plead guilty to 3 criminal charges
The deal does not release any of the company's executives or owners – members of the wealthy Sackler family – from criminal liability, the Associated Press reports.
Surgeon charged in scheme to pay addicts to receive experimental implant
Dr. Randy Rosen is facing 88 felony charges from the Los Angeles Orange County district attorney, who called him "a real life" Frankenstein.
The opioid epidemic: Who is to blame?
Doctors, distributors, drug lobbyists, the FDA — who is responsible for the scourge of opioid addictions? 60 Minutes has spent three years investigating.
The rise and fall of a pharmaceutical opioid sales executive
A 60 Minutes investigation into the causes of the American opioid epidemic includes an examination of the tactics of one former top sales executive.
Pharma execs used strip clubs, broke FDA laws to boost opioid sales
A former sales VP for a pharmaceutical company who was sentenced to prison tells 60 Minutes he bribed doctors to prescribe fentanyl drugs. Bill Whitaker reports.
Former pharma sales exec: "The less of a conscience... the better"
60 Minutes investigates the playbook of sales practices that triggered an explosion of prescriptions, Sunday.
Melissa Etheridge's 21-year-old son has died, singer says
The opioid epidemic kills tens of thousands of people a year in the U.S.
"The Pharmacist" documents a father's fight against the opioid epidemic
The new Netflix documentary series profiles Dan Schneider, a small-town pharmacist who was one of the first people to identify and confront what we now know as America's opioid epidemic.
"Soupman" inspired to help the homeless after his son's death
Peter Kelleher started making soup for the homeless, and now he's giving back in more ways than one.
Inside one New Hampshire family's battle with opioid addiction
The Wilson family has been struggling with drug abuse spanning generations, and according to 64-year-old Paula Wilson, "the cycle of addiction is strong."
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Trump has third medical exam of the past year
President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes reports.
Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about the chemical tank in California that forced evacuations
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Teen's mystery illness solved: "It took 18 years to get an answer"
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
Ebola "spreading rapidly" in Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
U.S. steps up Ebola prevention efforts
The U.S. is stepping up efforts to prevent Ebola from entering the country through its airports, with one flight diverted to Canada on Wednesday evening. Ian Lee reports from Detroit.
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Star NFL running back Josh Jacobs arrested on domestic violence charges
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
2 Navy pilots safely eject after training jet crashes in Mississippi
The T-45C Goshawk, a tandem seat aircraft designed to train Navy and Marine Corps pilots, crashed on private farmland in Noxubee County, Mississippi.
NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
BP ousts recently appointed chair over "conduct issues"
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
Meet the 2026 World Cup U.S. Men's National Team
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
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BP ousts recently appointed chair over "conduct issues"
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
Kevin Warsh is now leading the Fed. His main challenge is a doozy.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
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Stocks mixed as investors shrug off renewed fighting in Iran
Oil prices were also mixed after U.S. strikes on Iranian forces, underscoring the risks still hanging over markets and consumers.
Mango clothing chain founder Isak Andic's son denies killing him
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
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SPLC seeks dismissal of criminal charges, saying prosecution is vindictive
The Southern Poverty Law Center asked a federal judge to dismiss the criminal charges filed against it by the Justice Department, saying the indictment represents a "top-down, retributive campaign" directed by President Trump.
Kevin Warsh is now leading the Fed. His main challenge is a doozy.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
Trump administration proposes NDAs for all federal employees to curb leaks
The Trump administration plans to crack down on press leaks by requiring new and existing federal employees to sign NDAs.
South Carolina Senate rejects Trump's call to redraw congressional map
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
Supreme Court rejects Florida suit against other states over immigrant truck drivers
Florida sought to sue Washington and California for allegedly issuing commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
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Trump has third medical exam of the past year
President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes reports.
Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about the chemical tank in California that forced evacuations
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
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Diver in Laos miner rescue effort: "We have high hopes that they are still alive"
"The collapse risks are high because you're constantly touching the roof, and it's hand-dug. There's no support anywhere," said Mikko Paasi, a diver who helped rescue a youth soccer team from a cave in Thailand.
U.S.-wanted nephew of drug lord "El Chapo" is captured in Mexico
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
Trump moves Cabinet meeting from Camp David to White House due to weather
All Cabinet members, including outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, were expected to attend the Camp David meeting, a White House official told CBS News.
Iran hangs man over alleged spying for Israel as executions mount
Iran's judiciary described Gholamreza Khani Shakarab as "one of the operational ringleaders of Mossad abroad."
Mango clothing chain founder Isak Andic's son denies killing him
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
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Estelle on her latest album "Stay Alta"
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Josh Johnson on new special, career in comedy
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
BTS wins big at the American Music Awards
The American Music Awards honored the influence of K-pop during its 2026 celebration. Pop music journalist Brittany Spanos joins CBS News Mornings with more.
Top moments from the American Music Awards
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
Extended interview: Josh Johnson
Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.
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Study evaluates AI's accuracy on news
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.
How the U.S. military is using AI in warfare
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
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.
Pope Leo's AI warning rocks tech industry
Pope Leo XIV warns of the dangers of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
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U.S.-wanted nephew of drug lord "El Chapo" is captured in Mexico
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
Mango clothing chain founder Isak Andic's son denies killing him
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
Latest on shooting near White House
21-year-old Nasire Best, the suspect linked to a shooting near the White House on Saturday, previously tried to gain access to the White House and may have had mental health issues, according to law enforcement sources and court documents. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
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NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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National impact of Texas Cornyn-Paxton race
Republican voters in Texas are casting their ballots in the most expensive Senate primary on record between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto breaks down the numbers of the race and its impact nationwide.
Lead diver in Laos rescue mission speaks out
Rescuers in Laos are risking their lives to save seven missing miners. Officials say the artisanal gold miners became trapped seven days ago, when early monsoon rains hit southern Asia, flooding the tunnel. Matt Gutman reports.
Examining past Ebola outbreaks
The World Health Organization warned that the spread of the Ebola outbreak is outpacing efforts to contain it. "The Daily Report" examines past outbreaks and containment efforts. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more on the current outbreak.
Iran vows retaliation after U.S. strikes
The ceasefire with Iran, nearly 50 days old, seemed less like a ceasefire this week, with new U.S. airstrikes, renewed threats from Tehran and President Trump set to huddle with top advisers on Wednesday. Imtiaz Tyab reports on the latest developments from Tel Aviv.
Construction begins for UFC White House fight
Construction is underway at the White House for a UFC cage match on President Trump's birthday in June. Political strategists Kendra Barkoff Lamy and Terry Sullivan join to discuss.