Supreme Court to hear Boston Marathon bomber death penalty case
The 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals tossed out the capital sentences of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and ordered a new sentencing proceeding.
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As runners prepare to tackle the Boston Marathon a year after the bombing at the finish line, security is being beefed up to prevent any copycat attacks.
As runners prepare to tackle the Boston Marathon a year after the bombing at the finish line, security is being beefed up to prevent any copycat attacks. The number of police officers protecting the marathon will be double last year's, and spectators will not be allowed to bring backpacks or other items such as strollers. Mark Strassmann reports.
John Odom and his wife Karen describe the day of the Boston bombing, and how a day that started off routinely descended into terror
John Odom and his wife Karen describe the day of the Boston bombing, and how a day that started off routinely descended into terror.
John Odom, who was almost killed by the bombs that struck the Boston Marathon, recounts his experience of waking up in the hospital weeks after the event
John Odom, who was almost killed by the bombs that struck the Boston Marathon, recounts his experience of waking up in the hospital weeks after the event.
After 11 surgeries, John Odom was the last Boston bombing victim to return home. He was in such bad shape when he arrived at the hospital that his doctor, Jeffrey Kalish, told his wife to prepare for the worst
After 11 surgeries, John Odom was the last Boston bombing victim to return home. He was in such bad shape when he arrived at the hospital that his doctor, Jeffrey Kalish, told his wife to prepare for the worst. Elaine Quijano reports on the efforts made to save Odom, and the miraculous recovery that followed.
Boston Marathon bomber sues over ballcap, showers in prison
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, 26, calls his treatment in the handwritten suit "unlawful, unreasonable and discriminatory."
DOJ to seek death penalty once again for Boston Marathon bomber
This decision comes after a federal appeals court in Massachusetts overturned Tsarnaev's death sentence last month.
Death sentence overturned for Boston Marathon bomber
A Massachusetts appeals court on Friday overturned the death penalty for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the man convicted in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. CBSN Boston reports.
Appeals court overturns death penalty for Boston Marathon bomber
Tsarnaev was convicted in 2015 of murdering three people and wounded hundreds more in the attack, which led to dayslong manhunt that shut down Boston.
Students learn life-saving trauma techniques amid terror, shooting concerns
Boston Marathon bombing six years ago was "tipping point" for doctors who embraced the Stop the Bleed program
Boston bombing survivor hit by car won't be running this year's marathon
Adrianne Haslet was training for the race last month when she was hit by a vehicle
Dancer who lost her leg in Boston Marathon bombing hit by car
Adrianne Haslet lost a leg in the Boston Marathon bombing in 2013
Desi Linden becomes 1st U.S. woman to win Boston Marathon in 33 years
Desiree Linden splashes her way through icy rain to a Boston Marathon victory on Monday, the first American woman to win the race since 1985
How to watch the Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon expected to be cold, wet race
Dog named "Rescue" helped this couple heal
Here's the question that has taken Patrick Downes and Jessica Kensky five years to answer: What does it take to get over the worst day of your life?
5/13: Philadelphia abortion doctor guilty of murder; Cleveland officer, dispatcher describe discovery of missing women
Dr. Kermit Gosnell left the courthouse a convicted murderer, in a prison jumpsuit and handcuffs. Prosecutors said Gosnell delivered babies alive, then cut their spinal cords with scissors. He could learn next week if he'll get the death penalty or life in prison; also, as executive director of the Richmond, Va., Tea Party, Laurence Nordvig says he thought for two years the tea party had been singled out by the IRS for an unusual and highly political investigation; and a Cleveland police officer and a police dispatcher describe the discovery of Amanda Berry, Michelle Knight and Gina DeJesus inside the Cleveland horror house.
Jake Gyllenhaal talks about ex, Taylor Swift, in Q&A
Gyllenhaal fielded a question about Taylor Swift from Jeff Bauman, the Boston Marathon bombing survivor he plays in "Stronger"
Jake Gyllenhaal on "Stronger"
Oscar-nominee stars in new film as Boston Marathon bombing survivor Jeff Bauman
Lawsuit over Boston bomber friend's death during questioning
Ibragim Todashev was shot and killed by agents who were questioning him as they looked into the background of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev
Boston somberly marks 4th anniversary of marathon bombing
Three spectators -- Martin Richard, Lingzi Lu, and Krystle Campbell-- were killed and more than 260 others wounded when two bombs planted near the finish line exploded in 2013
Report released of FBI's 2011 interview with Boston bomber
The FBI previously had acknowledged interviewing bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev two years before the deadly marathon attack -- now, details emerge
Chaos and tragedy leads to love and new life for Boston Marathon couple
Mike Materia, a Boston firefighter, held Roseann Sdoia's hand as she was rescued from the Marathon finish line -- and never let go
"Patriots Day" survivors, cast on Boston bombing
First responders, survivors, cast reflect on importance of film for the country
John Goodman, Ed Davis relive Boston Marathon attack in new movie
Goodman and his real-life character, former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis, discuss the movie which chronicles the tragic day of the 2013 bombings and the intense manhunt that followed
Mark Wahlberg, director Peter Berg on Boston Marathon bombing film "Patriots Day"
A new movie depicts the heroism of law enforcement and the grit of a community in the face of the 2013 terror attack
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Trump says no talks with Iran ongoing, and none scheduled
President Trump says the U.S. is not engaged in any talks with Iran as the two countries remain locked in a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz after almost six months of war.
Florida voters choose in governor, Senate primaries, and more races to watch
Three states are holding primaries on Tuesday, with Florida deciding on nominees for both governor and for Senate.
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IRS proposal would force nonprofits to disclose leaders' terrorism convictions
The disclosure requirement would be added to the Form 990, the annual return that nonprofit groups file with the IRS.
Human remains found in Lake Mead as water levels reach record low
The skeletal remains were found on Sunday, two years after similar drought conditions exposed bodies in the lake.
Missing woman's family receives texts asking for money, bitcoin
Alisa Goods, 63, disappeared 10 days ago in Las Vegas. Her family has been receiving mysterious messages from her phone.
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DOJ to stop using outside experts to help vet competitive grant applicants
The Justice Department is scrapping its longtime practice of hiring outside experts to help review competitive grant applications, multiple sources told CBS News.
Activists who posed as Minnesota voters during primary could be in legal trouble
An undercover video could land a handful of activists in legal trouble. They pretended to be Minnesota voters during the primary.
USS Benfold went days without power in the South China Sea
The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold spent four days without power last month after a problem with its engineering, according to a spokesperson for the Navy's 7th Fleet.
Hayden Panettiere's ex-fiancé in "profound shock" after her death
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
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Justice Department to send a record 1,000 monitors to midterm polling places
The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
Human remains found in Lake Mead as water levels reach record low
The skeletal remains were found on Sunday, two years after similar drought conditions exposed bodies in the lake.
Meta's federal trial over child social media addiction set to begin
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
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DOJ to stop using outside experts to help vet competitive grant applicants
The Justice Department is scrapping its longtime practice of hiring outside experts to help review competitive grant applications, multiple sources told CBS News.
Outshine Fruit Bars recalled over possible glass, parent Dreyer's says
Five flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars sold nationwide were recalled because they may include glass, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream said.
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Meta's federal trial over child social media addiction set to begin
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
Outshine Fruit Bars recalled over possible glass, parent Dreyer's says
Five flavors of Outshine Fruit Bars sold nationwide were recalled because they may include glass, Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream said.
Disney and ABC sue FCC over early license review, alleging retaliation
The lawsuit comes after the FCC ordered ABC to seek renewals between two and five years before its TV stations' licenses were set to expire.
Discord suspends livestreams in Brazil amid backlash over girl's suicide
Popular American chat app Discord says it suspended livestreams in line with a Brazilian government order, amid fierce criticism over a 13-year-old girl's death.
U.S., Canada in last-minute talks to head off steep new U.S. tariffs
Last-minute talks were continuing between the U.S. and Canada in an effort to head off President Trump's plan to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods.
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Justice Department to send a record 1,000 monitors to midterm polling places
The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
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DOJ to stop using outside experts to help vet competitive grant applicants
The Justice Department is scrapping its longtime practice of hiring outside experts to help review competitive grant applications, multiple sources told CBS News.
USS Benfold went days without power in the South China Sea
The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold spent four days without power last month after a problem with its engineering, according to a spokesperson for the Navy's 7th Fleet.
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IRS proposal would force nonprofits to disclose leaders' terrorism convictions
The disclosure requirement would be added to the Form 990, the annual return that nonprofit groups file with the IRS.
U.S., Canada in last-minute talks to head off steep new U.S. tariffs
Last-minute talks were continuing between the U.S. and Canada in an effort to head off President Trump's plan to impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods.
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School vaccination rates inch down again to record low
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high for the 2025-2026 school year
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
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Ukraine targets Moscow with drones as Russia threatens U.K. over support
Ukraine targets Moscow with a huge wave of drones as Russia warns the U.K. will pay a price for supplying Kyiv with long-range weapons.
USS Benfold went days without power in the South China Sea
The guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold spent four days without power last month after a problem with its engineering, according to a spokesperson for the Navy's 7th Fleet.
U.S. diplomat calls Israeli strikes on Syria base "unnecessary escalation"
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack says an Israeli attack on a Syrian air force base was an "unnecessary escalation that does not advance regional stability."
Trial opens 32 years after American woman murdered in Germany
The man is accused of luring Amy Lopez under false pretenses into a secluded room, where he then allegedly handcuffed her, sexually assaulted her and killed her.
American man flies to West Bank to save home from Israeli settlers
Palestinian-American Loui Ridi says he flew from Ohio to a village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank to stop settlers from seizing his home.
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Nominees revealed for some VMA categories
"CBS Mornings" revealed the nominees for three categories at this year's VMAs, including artist of the year.
Top upcoming book to movie adaptations
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss some of her favorite books coming to the big screen this year.
Hayden Panettiere's ex-fiancé in "profound shock" after her death
Hayden Panettiere, who shares a daughter with the former boxing champ, died on Sunday at 36 years old.
Hollywood grieves Hayden Panettiere
With no signs of foul play or trauma, authorities said the investigation into actor Hayden Panettiere's death is just beginning. The former child star was on "Guiding Light" and also had breakout roles in "Heroes" and "Nashville." She died at 36 years old. Mark Strassmann reports.
First witnesses speak in Tupac murder trial
Opening statements were delivered in Tupac Shakur's long-awaited murder trial on Monday. Nearly 30 years ago, the iconic rapper was killed in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas, a pivotal moment in music history. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman reports.
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Data centers, AI become midterm flashpoint
Artificial intelligence and the data centers powering the technology have become a flashpoint ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Wall Street Journal, has more.
Discord suspends livestreams in Brazil amid backlash over girl's suicide
Popular American chat app Discord says it suspended livestreams in line with a Brazilian government order, amid fierce criticism over a 13-year-old girl's death.
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.
How this school uses AI instead of teachers
Alpha School is a private school that teaches students subjects like math and reading with artificial intelligence apps. Mackenzie Price, co-founder of Alpha School, joins CBS News to discuss.
States crack down on misleading home listings
More home listings are using AI to add furniture, repaint walls, spruce up landscaping and even add windows. But when does virtual staging cross the line into deception or even fraud? CBS News' Evyn Moon explores.
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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.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Suge Knight could appear at Tupac trial
More witnesses will testify at the trial against the man accused of calling the shots in the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has the latest details.
Lindsay Clancy's mother-in-law takes stand
Lindsay Clancy's former mother-in-law, Susan Clancy, told the courtroom on Tuesday that her former daughter-in-law was "begging for help" during postpartum.
Woman goes missing, family gets bitcoin texts
A family is desperately searching for a New York woman after she went missing while visiting a friend in Las Vegas. Her daughters say they are now receiving texts from her phone demanding bitcoin. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has more.
Trial opens 32 years after American woman murdered in Germany
The man is accused of luring Amy Lopez under false pretenses into a secluded room, where he then allegedly handcuffed her, sexually assaulted her and killed her.
Major cocaine bust at Penn State
More than a dozen current and former Penn State University students, along with one of their parents, have been charged in a major cocaine trafficking ring. Prosecutors allege two off-campus fraternities appeared to be the hubs for the operation. Meg Oliver reports.
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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.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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What's happening on the USS Abraham Lincoln?
President Trump is pushing back against reports of dismal conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been at sea longer than usual for a military vessel. Military Times Pentagon correspondent Natalie Oliverio spoke with the families of soldiers aboard.
Suge Knight could appear at Tupac trial
More witnesses will testify at the trial against the man accused of calling the shots in the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has the latest details.
Data centers, AI become midterm flashpoint
Artificial intelligence and the data centers powering the technology have become a flashpoint ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Wall Street Journal, has more.
Severe flooding in the Midwest
Homes and infrastructure were destroyed by flooding in parts of the Midwest and North Carolina. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports, and Rob Marciano has the forecast.
Florida primaries and other races to watch
CBS News political director Fin Gómez takes a tour through the major primaries to watch this week.