Suspect arrested in connection to 5 shootings in Arizona that left 4 dead
Iren Byers, 20, was arrested in connection with four shootings late Friday night in Mesa and an additional homicide earlier on Friday in Phoenix.
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Man accused of stabbing woman 15 times on desert trail charged with murder
Lauren Heike had defensive wounds, and she may have also been chased over a barbed wire fence, according to court documents.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
Kari Lake's last election loss claim dismissed by Arizona judge
Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Peter A. Thompson said Kari Lake failed to prove her claim that Maricopa County did not verify signatures on mail ballots as required by law.
Proposal aims to cut use of drought-stricken Colorado River
The Colorado River proposal from Arizona, California and Nevada aims to conserve at least 3 million acre-feet of water through the end of 2026.
Western states reach deal on saving Colorado River
California, Arizona and Nevada have reached a deal to reduce use of the Colorado River to keep the key reservoir from running dry.
Arizona man rescues family from fire
Claudia Jimenez woke up with flames ripping through her apartment, but help came from an unexpected place in the form of Joe Hollins. He and his wife were homeless and sleeping outside nearby, and heard screams from the apartment. Hollins rescued Jimenez and her children, and is now being called a hero. Michael George reports.
Homeless man hailed as hero for rescuing family from fire: "He was an angel"
Claudia Jiminez was home with her two daughters when their apartment caught fire. The exit was blocked, but an unexpected hero helped them escape safely.
"Doomsday mom" Lori Vallow Daybell accused in plot to kill niece's ex
Lori Vallow Daybell was convicted in Idaho last week in the deaths of her two children and a romantic rival.
Countdown to Title 42 expiration
The Biden administration is working to replace Title 42 with new stricter policies that could affect asylum seekers. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Sinema criticizes Biden response to migrant crisis
In an interview Friday at the McCain Institute at Arizona State University, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona tells "Face the Nation" that although the new proposals from the Biden administration's measures on immigration are “helpful,” she’s “very concerned that all this is happening in the week or so" before the end of Title 42.
Arizona experiencing unusually high gas prices
The average price of a gallon of regular gas in Arizona is over $1 more than the national average. Kris Van Cleave examines why this is the case.
Arizona drivers contend with unusually high gas prices
The average price of a gallon of regular in Arizona is over $1 more than the national average.
Patients battling cancer cheer on the MLB
It's not unusual for MLB stars to visit kids at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego. This year, some of those kids returned the favor, traveling to the cheer on the San Diego Padres as they hit the field for spring training. CBS's Janet Shamlian reports.
Controversy over water-intensive crops
Some Arizona residents are outraged that despite the drought in the region, a Saudi Arabian company is growing water-intensive crops there and sending them back to the Middle East. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak with more on the story.
Arizona water controversy during drought
Alfalfa is one of the world's most water-intensive crops, and thousands of acres of land in drought-parched western Arizona are dedicated to growing it. Even more concerning to some are the farms, with the largest chunks of land in La Paz County owned by a company in Saudi Arabia. All the crops it grows are exported back home to the Middle East.
Saudi company draws unlimited Arizona ground water amid drought
Foreign-owned farms are shipping the crop to Saudi Arabia, where it's illegal to grow because it takes too much water.
Pediatric patients share special connection with San Diego Padres
Patients from Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego traveled to spring training this year thanks to an invite from their hometown heroes.
"Doomsday Mom" Lori Vallow Daybell's son testifies in murder trial
Colby Ryan, the only surviving son of a woman charged in the murders of her two youngest children, took the stand Tuesday.
Arizona House expels GOP lawmaker over unproven claims
The Arizona House of Representatives has expelled a Republican lawmaker who organized a presentation by someone who made unsubstantiated accusations that a wide range of public officials took bribes from a Mexican drug cartel.
In Colorado River talks, still no agreement about water cuts
The Biden administration has evaluated how seven Western states that are reliant on the dwindling water supply from the Colorado River could dramatically cut their water use in the basin.
Former San Diego detective pleads guilty to operating sex parlors
Peter Griffin used his insider knowledge as a former vice detective to run five massage parlors in California and Arizona, the Department of Justice said.
Arizona Dairy Queen's big red spoon found after going missing
A Phoenix Dairy Queen's signature spoon emblem has been recovered after unknown suspects made off with it.
Congress approves measure to reverse Biden's water protections
Congress on Wednesday approved a resolution to overturn the Biden administration's protections for thousands of small streams, wetlands and other waterways.
Ariz. governor's aide resigns after tweeting meme of guns threatening "transphobes"
"The governor does not condone violence in any form," Gov. Katie Hobbs' office said in a statement.
More than 800 missing, including 65 Americans, as Nepal flood deaths mount
More than 1,000 people, including many Americans, are still missing along the Nepal-China border after deadly floods and mudflows likely triggered by a glacial collapse.
Key moments from Lindsay Clancy's trial as jury weighs the case
Lindsay Clancy, 36, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in the deaths of her three children and said she was suffering form postpartum psychosis. A jury is deliberating.
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz agreement with Oman puts ball back in U.S. court
As U.S. economic pressure bites, Iran touts a plan with Oman to get ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz and suggests the next move is Trump's.
Judge considers Kennedy Center board's push to put Trump's name back on building
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted earlier this month to add inscriptions recognizing President Trump to the building's facade.
Fired Stars and Stripes journalists sue Hegseth and Pentagon spokesperson
The plaintiffs say the Trump administration is trying to fire them as a part of its "extraordinary censorship efforts."
Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario "Lake America"
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
Toronto mayor calls tariff fight "unnecessary"
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow told CBS News that around 5,000 jobs in Toronto's textile, clothing and leather manufacturing industries could be affected, which "means the price of Americans buying things, the cost will go up."
ICE grants $16.7 million contract to buy thousands of electric shock gloves
ICE has granted a $16.7 million no-bid contract for 6,000 gloves that can deliver electric shocks, a new use-of-force tool that the agency claims will help officers control resisting detainees.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
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El-Sayed says he's spoken with Jeremy Moss after Hasan Piker's comments
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, says now is the time for Democrats to work together ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Closing arguments in trial of man accused in Tupac's murder expected Monday
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Marine One's warning calls before mishap went unheard by air traffic controllers
The NTSB said tower recordings show controllers never heard Marine One's Aug. 4 calls warning it was preparing to take off, though separate recordings confirm the calls were made.
Dolly Parton offered to try experimental drugs if "no hope" in her cancer battle
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
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OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
Netflix offers extended pre-launch look at Grand Theft Auto 6
The latest GTA game is scheduled to drop on Nov. 19, more than 13 years after the last installment was released.
Fed's Cook responds to Trump firing threat, calls attacks "unfounded and untrue"
A lawyer for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said she "has never committed mortgage fraud or any intentional wrongdoing."
Trump's oil and gas stock trades continued during Iran war, filings show
President Trump has accused oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil of "making too much money." He owns shares of both.
Bill Gates issues stark warning about AI's impact on American jobs
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
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El-Sayed says he's spoken with Jeremy Moss after Hasan Piker's comments
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, says now is the time for Democrats to work together ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
ICE grants $16.7 million contract to buy thousands of electric shock gloves
ICE has granted a $16.7 million no-bid contract for 6,000 gloves that can deliver electric shocks, a new use-of-force tool that the agency claims will help officers control resisting detainees.
Marine One's warning calls before mishap went unheard by air traffic controllers
The NTSB said tower recordings show controllers never heard Marine One's Aug. 4 calls warning it was preparing to take off, though separate recordings confirm the calls were made.
Toronto mayor calls tariff fight "unnecessary"
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow told CBS News that around 5,000 jobs in Toronto's textile, clothing and leather manufacturing industries could be affected, which "means the price of Americans buying things, the cost will go up."
Judge considers Kennedy Center board's push to put Trump's name back on building
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted earlier this month to add inscriptions recognizing President Trump to the building's facade.
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Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
FDA approves new pancreatic cancer drug that could extend patients' lives
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health
Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.
Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
At least 1 in 4 ex-NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE, study finds
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
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Toronto mayor calls tariff fight "unnecessary"
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow told CBS News that around 5,000 jobs in Toronto's textile, clothing and leather manufacturing industries could be affected, which "means the price of Americans buying things, the cost will go up."
Nepal flood highlights glacier risks in warming Himalayas: "The new normal"
The deadly flash flood in Nepal was likely caused by a huge chunk of a glacier that broke off and temporarily dammed a river, according to preliminary investigations by scientists.
UEFA preparing criminal complaint against FIFA leader Gianni Infantino
UEFA said it is preparing a criminal complaint in Swiss courts against FIFA's Gianni Infantino over possible financial mismanagement related to his failed plan to sell future World Cup profits to private investors.
Ratko Mladic, so-called "Butcher of Bosnia," dies in prison at 84
The Bosnian Serb general oversaw atrocities in Bosnia in the 1990s. He was sentenced to life in prison in 2017.
Ancient gold treasures stolen from museum in "super-fast" raid
The treasure was discovered in 1963 by archaeologist Jose Maria Soler in a vessel sunk in a dried-out riverbed in Villena.
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Exclusive look at Grand Theft Auto VI
Netflix is sharing a look at the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI, set to be released in November. Jordan Minor, a gaming writer at PCMag and author of "Video Game of the Year," joins "The Daily Report."
How Dolly Parton supported the Black community
Nashville historian David Ewing joins "The Daily Report" to break down how Dolly Parton used her royalties from Whitney Houston's rendition of "I Will Always Love You" to uplift the Black community in the city.
Closing arguments in trial of man accused in Tupac's murder expected Monday
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Dolly Parton offered to try experimental drugs if "no hope" in her cancer battle
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
Netflix offers extended pre-launch look at Grand Theft Auto 6
The latest GTA game is scheduled to drop on Nov. 19, more than 13 years after the last installment was released.
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OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
Bill Gates' dire warning about AI
Microsoft founder and computer pioneer Bill Gates changed the world forever with his technological innovation. Now, Gates is warning that the development of artificial intelligence without strong oversight and regulation could threaten society as we know it. MIT professor Max Tegmark shares his concerns.
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.
Meta settles social media addiction suit
A series of lawsuits accused tech giant Meta of purposefully designing social media apps to entice users and cause social media addiction. Meta will pay out $17 billion in a landmark settlement. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Why does the Meta settlement matter?
Meta's multi-billion dollar settlement with 47 states over social media addiction could result in some major changes to social media rules, especially for children. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins with more.
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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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Why some Clancy trial jurors won't deliberate
Jurors began deliberations in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial on Thursday after the prosecution and defense wrapped closing arguments. Boston criminal defense attorney and legal analyst Elyse Hershon joins CBS News to discuss.
Jury to consider lesser charges in Clancy trial
The judge in Lindsay Clancy's trial directed jurors to consider lesser criminal charges in addition to first-degree murder as deliberations began on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Sailboat theft ends in deadly shootout
What started with the theft of a luxury sailboat near the foot of Manhattan ended with a deadly police shootout in Rhode Island. Tom Hanson has the details.
Closing arguments in trial of man accused in Tupac's murder expected Monday
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Jury deliberating in Lindsay Clancy's trial
Lawyers made their closing arguments in Lindsay Clancy's trial on Thursday. The prosecution argued that she not only killed her three young children, but planned the murder and knew it was wrong. The defense called Clancy a woman who lived for her children and had been crying out for help that never came. Shanelle Kaul has more from the Massachusetts courthouse and Caroline Polisi breaks it down.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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DOJ in court over Kennedy Center and Trump again
The Kennedy Center Board, made up of President Trump and his allies, is again fighting to display Mr. Trump's name on the building's facade. CBS News Justice Department reporter Jake Rosen has the latest on Thursday's court hearing.
Why some Clancy trial jurors won't deliberate
Jurors began deliberations in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial on Thursday after the prosecution and defense wrapped closing arguments. Boston criminal defense attorney and legal analyst Elyse Hershon joins CBS News to discuss.
NFL teams finalize rosters ahead of season
Tyler Dragon, an NFL reporter at USA Today, joins "The Daily Report" to break down what to expect from the upcoming football season.
Exclusive look at Grand Theft Auto VI
Netflix is sharing a look at the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI, set to be released in November. Jordan Minor, a gaming writer at PCMag and author of "Video Game of the Year," joins "The Daily Report."
Jury to consider lesser charges in Clancy trial
The judge in Lindsay Clancy's trial directed jurors to consider lesser criminal charges in addition to first-degree murder as deliberations began on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.