Ex-DEA agent learns fate for aiding drug traffickers: "Little dark secret"
Joseph Bongiovanni was accused of authoring bogus DEA reports, stealing sensitive files, throwing off colleagues and outing confidential informants.
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Bison returning to parts of North America
After decades of careful land management, bison are returning in small pockets across their historic North American range. Marissa Perlman reports.
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First look inside Buffalo Bills' new stadium
"CBS Mornings" got an exclusive first look inside the new Buffalo Bills stadium to see what makes it unique.
The Uplift: Piano prodigy
An 11-year-old piano prodigy with autism gets a huge surprise. A heroic woman rescues a stranger in a blizzard. Host Tony Dokoupil faces his fear of dancing and takes dance lessons for the first time.
Buffalo supermarket gunman is sentenced
The 19-year-old who pleaded guilty to killing 10 in a mass shooting targeting Black people at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, last May has been sentenced to life in prison. A man lunged at him in court during the proceedings. CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak with this developing story.
Latest on deadly Western New York bus crash
At least five people are dead and dozens are injured after a tour bus traveling from Niagara Falls flipped over on the New York State Thruway near Pembroke, New York.
American trophy hunter killed by buffalo in South Africa
The victim had injuries on his stomach and torso, and a buffalo that had been shot and killed was lying nearby, police said.
Foster father, many times over
Back in 2001, divorced dad-of-two Lamont Thomas took on a foster kid named Michael Perez. Thomas eventually adopted Perez, who now works as a nurse. Turns out, that was just the beginning. Over the next 15 years Thomas fostered more than 30 kids in Buffalo, New York, adopting five of them. Recently, when a family of five siblings was in danger of being split up, Thomas knew what he had to do. Steve Hartman reports.
Nature: Bison in South Dakota
"Sunday Morning" takes us to Custer State Park, in Custer, South Dakota, where the buffalo roam. Videographer: Charles Schultz.
Creating the perfect mozzarella
At the organic cheesemaker Tenuta Vannulo, in southern Italy, the specialty is fresh buffalo mozzarella. Seth Doane checks out the process of creating a simply delicious cheese, and visits with students at the Consortium for the Protection of Buffalo Mozzarella. (Originally broadcast May 19, 2019.)
Here Comes The Sun: Christine Baranski and Architectural Digest
Christine Baranski has a habit of playing regal, accomplished women. But she's really just a girl from Buffalo, and those roots still run deep. Also, what do Fred Astaire's living room, Serena Williams’ karaoke bar and Maria Sharapova's bowling alley all have in common? We’ll show you. "Here Comes The Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Here Comes the Sun: Ken Jennings and more
"Jeopardy!" host Ken Jennings sits down with Luke Burbank to discuss his journey on the show as a contestant and now as the permanent host. Then, Alina Cho travels to the Buffalo AKG Art Museum in Buffalo, New York, to experience artist Stanley Whitney's first major exhibit. "Here Comes the Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
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Macron hopes to rebuild Notre Dame after fire; Buffalo police officers connect through music
Salman Rushdie describes 2022 attack in graphic detail on witness stand
Salman Rushdie took the witness stand Tuesday in the attempted murder trial against his accused attacker, Hadi Matar.
Ship with 17 on board trapped in ice on Lake Erie near Buffalo
The 663-foot Manitoulin became stuck in ice that was rapidly forming in sub-zero temperatures off the Buffalo shoreline.
A look at the divisional round of the NFL playoffs
The NFL divisional round kicks off on Saturday, as eight teams looking to advance to conference championship weekend. It starts in Kansas City, where the Chiefs take on the Houston Texans. That will be followed by a showdown between the Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders. Sunday's final game features two MVP favorites, Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens taking on Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. CBS Sports NFL writer Shanna McCarriston breaks it down.
Climate change could bring more snow in some areas
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how.
Massive snowstorm slams the East
A snowstorm blasted the Great Lakes region and cold conditions are expected to remain. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports from Cassadaga, New York, and CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.
Water buffalo that was on the loose in Iowa captured
The owner of the water buffalo has surrendered the animal to police and an investigation into how it got loose in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, is being conducted.
Salman Rushdie attacker charged with supporting terror group Hezbollah
The man charged in connection with a knife attack that wounded author Salman Rushdie now faces an additional federal charge.
Yellowstone staff confirm birth of rare white bison calf
The reported birth of a rare white buffalo fulfills a Lakota prophecy that portends better times, according to members of the American Indian tribe.
New York judge seen shoving officer during brawl to be replaced
New York judge Mark Grisanti, who was censured after being seen on video shoving a police officer, will be replaced, officials said.
Democrats hold upstate New York U.S. Congress seat in special election
Democratic state Sen. Timothy Kennedy won a special election for the New York congressional seat left vacant by Democrat Brian Higgins' departure from Congress.
Man ticketed for shouting expletive at officer can sue, court rules
R. Anthony Rupp III said he only sued after learning the same officers were involved in the arrest of an unarmed man who died of an asthma attack.
Americans leaving U.S. cities, study shows
Americans choosing to leave U.S. cities may impact the way communities will function. A new study by the online journal Nature Cities shows 43% of U.S. cities are depopulating. CBS News' Lana Zak breaks down data and looks at why Americans are opting to move to suburbs or outside of busy hubs.
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Federal agents fatally shoot another Minneapolis resident, officials say
Federal agents in Minneapolis have shot and killed another person in south Minneapolis Saturday morning. The shooting comes as tensions over a surge in ICE enforcement actions have the area on high alert.
Latest forecast maps show fresh predictions for winter storm
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 18 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
President Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada if America's northern neighbor went ahead with its trade deal with China.
What we know about latest shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis
A man is dead after a shooting in Minneapolis on Saturday involving federal immigration agents from Customs and Border Protection. Here's what we know so far.
Flights canceled, states of emergency declared as winter storm bears down
More than 200 million people are under winter storm threats as officials brace for power outages and travel difficulties.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns U.S. as warships head toward Middle East
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
Peace talks end constructively, Ukraine's Zelenskyy says, with more possible
The talks are the first known instance that officials from the Trump administration have sat down with Russia and Ukraine.
How much snow are you getting this weekend? See the forecast.
A winter storm is forecast to dump up to 24 inches of snow in some places this weekend, and many are wondering: How much snow are we actually getting?
Australian boy dies days after being bitten by shark in Sydney Harbor
The Sydney shark attack that killed Nico Antic was one of four recorded in the span of two days.
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Man killed by federal officer in Minnesota worked as ICU nurse, his parents say
The 37-year-old man killed by a federal officer in Minneapolis is identified by his family as Alex Jeffrey Pretti, an intensive care nurse who was "very upset with what was happening," AP reported.
What we know about latest shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis
A man is dead after a shooting in Minneapolis on Saturday involving federal immigration agents from Customs and Border Protection. Here's what we know so far.
Flights canceled, states of emergency declared as winter storm bears down
More than 200 million people are under winter storm threats as officials brace for power outages and travel difficulties.
Latest forecast maps show fresh predictions for winter storm
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 18 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
Where to watch UFC 324 live tonight to see Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje and more fighters show down
UFC 324 features a stacked fight card. Here's the schedule, time and information on where to watch the UFC event.
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Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
How to heat your home safely as fierce winter storm grips the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
What to know about EVs as the winter storm brings bone-chilling temps
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Tesla Cybertruck sales plunged 48% in in 2025
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
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Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns U.S. as warships head toward Middle East
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
Canada this month negotiated a deal to lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in return for lower import taxes on Canadian farm products.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accuses White House of "politics and retribution"
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Epstein's inner circle subpoenaed to testify before House Oversight Committee
Jeffrey Epstein's lawyer, accountant and billionaire benefactor were issued subpoenas to testify before the committee in February and March.
FBI agent in Minneapolis involved in Renee Good probe resigns
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
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Heart failure threatened her pregnancy. A first-of-its-kind procedure saved it.
Cassandra King was thrilled to be pregnant after years of fertility struggles and multiple miscarriages. Then a sudden cardiac event threatened everything.
Loss of measles-free status would be "cost of doing business," new CDC deputy says
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
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Peace talks end constructively, Ukraine's Zelenskyy says, with more possible
The talks are the first known instance that officials from the Trump administration have sat down with Russia and Ukraine.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns U.S. as warships head toward Middle East
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
Canada this month negotiated a deal to lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in return for lower import taxes on Canadian farm products.
Australian boy dies days after being bitten by shark in Sydney Harbor
The Sydney shark attack that killed Nico Antic was one of four recorded in the span of two days.
U.S. carries out 35th strike on alleged drug boat, first since Maduro capture
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
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Lily Fitts performs "Beat Me To It"
Massachusetts-based Lily Fitts originally gained a following for her viral song covers, which were shared by artists like The Lumineers and Noah Kahan. Her debut album "Getting By" captured attention for its honest and raw lyrics, and she's got more coming soon. Here's Lily Fitts performing "Beat Me To It."
Lily Fitts performs "Brown Eyed Baby"
Massachusetts-based Lily Fitts originally gained a following for her viral song covers, which were shared by artists like The Lumineers and Noah Kahan. Her debut album "Getting By" captured attention for its honest and raw lyrics, and she's got more coming soon. Here's Lily Fitts performing "Brown Eyed Baby."
Lily Fitts performs "Lose You Now"
Massachusetts-based Lily Fitts originally gained a following for her viral song covers, which were shared by artists like The Lumineers and Noah Kahan. Her debut album "Getting By" captured attention for its honest and raw lyrics, and she's got more coming soon. Here's Lily Fitts performing "Lose You Now."
Madison Beer opens up about music journey
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" breaks Oscar nominations record
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
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Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul 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.
Elon Musk says at Davos that robots will one day outnumber people
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube looks to get rid of fake AI videos
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
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Officials on 5-year-old boy detained by ICE
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
Jury selection date set in Mangione trial
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
New video shows Ryan Wedding in FBI custody
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
5-year-old Liam Ramos detained by ICE
Five-year-old Liam Ramos is now being held at an ICE detention facility in Texas, CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. Here's what we know about the case.
Ryan Wedding arrested, officials say
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Minneapolis man reacts to fatal shooting
A Minneapolis man told CBS News Minnesota's Frankie McLister that he couldn't believe federal agents shot and killed a 37-year-old man "in cold blood." "Today this could've just as easily been me that got shot," he said.
Gov. Walz on probe into latest fatal shooting
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said he told the Trump administration the "federal government cannot be trusted to lead this investigation" and that "the state will handle" the probe.
Bovino defends fatal shooting in Minneapolis
Border Patrol Commander at Large Greg Bovino spoke to reporters on Saturday after federal agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis.
Walz says Minnesota will handle shooting probe
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said the federal government "cannot be trusted" with investigating Saturday's deadly shooting by federal agents, adding the state will handle the probe. "Minnesota's justice system will have the last word on this," he said.
Trump reacts to fatal shooting in Minneapolis
President Trump addressed the deadly shooting in Minneapolis in a Truth Social post, questioning where the local police were when the incident happened. Federal agents shot and killed a 37-year-old man on Saturday.