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On this weekend's "48 Hours," a dad fights for his son who wanted him killed. Correspondent Peter Van Sant joined CBSN with an update on the Whitaker murders. You can watch the full "48 Hours" report "Sugar Land: Life or Death" Saturday night at 10/9 Central on CBS.
A Texas man facing the death penalty found an unlikely supporter fighting to save his life: one of the people he wanted killed. Bart Whitaker was convicted of hiring a hit man to target his own family. His mother and brother were murdered, and his father was seriously hurt. A jury found Whitaker guilty in 2007 of arranging the plot, and he was sentenced to death. His father, Kent, forgave his son and fought for years to get Bart off death row. Peter Van Sant joins "CBS This Morning" to preview his report for this week's "48 Hours."
Former Green Beret Matthew Golsteyn is accused of murdering a suspected Taliban bomb maker in Afghanistan and could face the death penalty if convicted. Now the case has gotten the attention of the president. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports.
A Colorado man who pleaded guilty to killing his pregnant wife and two young daughters is being sentenced Monday. Christopher Watts confessed to the murders this month in a plea deal to avoid the death penalty. Mark Strassmann reports.
The U.S. slapped economic sanctions on 17 Saudis accused of taking part in the killing of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi. A Saudi prosecutor said he will seek the death penalty against five suspects. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports from Riyadh.
Saudi Arabia's top prosecutor announced new charges in last month's killing of Washington Post contributor Jamal Khashoggi. He wants five of the suspects to face the death penalty for the killing and dismembering of the journalist who was a critic of the Saudi crown prince and de facto ruler. Holly Williams reports from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
"It was cordial. He offered his assistance in any way possible," said Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto
A survivor of Saturday's synagogue attack describes hiding from the gunman — and the loss of her brother, the "heartbeat" of the congregation
The U.S. Supreme Court has never ruled whether the use of the electric chair violates the 8th Amendment, but it came close after botched executions in Florida in the late 1990s
Attorney General Jeff Sessions has so far approved at least a dozen death penalty prosecutions over the past two years
Rodney Berget and a fellow inmate beat a guard with a pipe and wrapped his head in plastic before taking his uniform in their attempted escape in 2011
The president earlier said he would go ahead with rally Saturday because "we can't let evil change our life and change our schedule"
The president spoke in Indianapolis hours after a synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh
The court unanimously converted the sentences of the eight people on the state's death row to life in prison
Government minister says decision is "in line with the move away from capital punishment in the rest of the world"
Nebraska has carried out its first execution since 1997 with the lethal injection of Carey Dean Moore, who fatally shot two cab drivers almost four decades ago. Moore was executed Tuesday with a combination of four drugs that had never been used before in an execution in the United States, including the powerful opioid fentanyl.
The states argue that drug company Alvogen's claims are a part of a "guerrilla war against the death penalty"
Candida Moss, the Cadbury professor of theology at the University of Birmingham in the U.K., joins CBSN to explain how Pope Francis' decision to fully oppose the death penalty changes the Catholic Church and why the decision was made now.
Pontiff changes church teaching, saying capital punishment "attacks" the inherent dignity of all humans
John Miller was was formally arraigned with April Tinsley's family members supporters just feet away
A Texas prisoner has been executed for the 2004 shooting death of a San Antonio convenience store owner. Christopher Young, 34, said he never meant to kill Hasmukh "Hash" Patel in the attempted robbery. Patel's family insisted they did not want Young put to death. Tanya Rivero has more.
Juan Edward Castillo was convicted of the murder of a rapper lured to a "lovers' lane" for an ambush robbery
The state's Republican governor on Monday proposed reinstating the punishment for mass murderers and cop killers
Robert Earl Butts Jr., 40, was convicted of the March 1996 killing of an off-duty prison guard who offered him in a ride
Walter Leroy Moody Jr. created a wave of terror across the south 30 years ago
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the organization's board is blocked.
A U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport plane was spotted at a Moscow airport, along with a U.S. diplomatic motorcade, according to public reports.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
Iran's economy minister said the country has been preparing for a long time for the sanctions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described as the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
Lindsay Clancy has pleaded not guilty to three counts of first-degree murder in the January 2023 strangulation deaths of her children.
As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement — but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal."
Elon Musk's space company plans to spend $100 billion to build a new spaceport in Louisiana to launch rockets, state officials and the company announced.
Darline Graham, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is facing off against Rep. Ralph Norman for the GOP nomination.
As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement — but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal."
Here's what travelers think about shared armrests, reclined seats and fellow passengers' use of tech on planes.
Elon Musk's space company plans to spend $100 billion to build a new spaceport in Louisiana to launch rockets, state officials and the company announced.
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.
Banning people from using food stamps to buy sugary drinks helps lower consumption, proponents say. Are such restrictions a good idea?
As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement — but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal."
Here's what travelers think about shared armrests, reclined seats and fellow passengers' use of tech on planes.
Elon Musk's space company plans to spend $100 billion to build a new spaceport in Louisiana to launch rockets, state officials and the company announced.
Banning people from using food stamps to buy sugary drinks helps lower consumption, proponents say. Are such restrictions a good idea?
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement — but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal."
The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the organization's board is blocked.
The shooting took place in January during the Trump administration's immigration operation in Minnesota.
Luis Manuel Aviles Roa, the father of a U.S. Navy sailor onboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, was released by ICE on Tuesday, his family told CBS News.
Popular left-wing streamer Hasan Piker drew stiff criticism from prominent Democrats on Monday after arguing that some Jewish Americans' support for Israel is "making antisemitism worse."
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
The agreements, covering issues like drug pricing, reducing the use of synthetic food dyes, and cutting back on insurance prior authorization rules, were announced with fanfare and touted as victories.
Lillian Smart, 8, has died after being infected by an extremely rare brain-eating amoeba that is found in warm freshwater, her family said.
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
In June 1948, Israeli forces opened fire and sank the boat in waters off Tel Aviv on the orders of David Ben Gurion, Israel's first prime minister.
Since being built in the 1850s, Mentmore Towers has been featured in "Batman Begins" and other movies, but has fallen into disrepair.
Analysts say without meaningful sanctions against China, Iran will likely survive this latest round of financial punishment.
Former senior Russian diplomat says U.K. factories making drones for Ukraine "could be attacked - not by Russia, but from unknown sources."
A U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport plane was spotted at a Moscow airport, along with a U.S. diplomatic motorcade, according to public reports.
Johnny Cash's son, John Carter Cash, and his wife, Ana Cash, join "The Daily Report" to discuss Johnny's close bond with Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at the age of 80.
Country music fans and fellow musical legends are mourning the loss of superstar Dolly Parton, whose death was announced Tuesday. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has more.
Dolly Parton, whose death was announced by her family on Tuesday, didn't write "9 to 5" as a meditation on trade policy, but the current trade battle between the Trump White House and Canada speaks to a theme in the hit song. Major Garrett explains. Then, CBS News' Anthony Mason joins to unpack Parton's legacy.
Beloved country music legend Dolly Parton had died at age 80, her family announced on Tuesday. CBS News looks back at some of her best moments and interviews over the years.
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.
A plant in Southaven, Mississippi, that powers Elon Musk's SpaceXAI data centers in the area has sparked backlash from residents concerned about noise and air pollution.
In Southaven, Mississippi, some residents are pushing back on SpaceXAI's expanding footprint in the region.
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.
China's World Humanoid Robot Games is a technological showcase, but also a possible glimpse into the future of robotics. Anna Coren reports.
The World Humanoid Robot Games are underway in Beijing, China, in a stadium repurposed from the 2022 Winter Olympics. Many of the machines on display can now outrun and out-jump even the best real-life Olympians. Anna Coren has the story.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
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.
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.
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
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.
Forensic psychologist Dr. Kirk Heilbrun took the stand in Lindsay Clancy's trial for the killings of her three children on Tuesday, testifying that he felt Clancy was criminally liable despite claims of postpartum psychosis. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Two more witnesses testified in the Lindsay Clancy trial on Tuesday. Clancy, who has admitted to killing her children, has pleaded not guilty, arguing she had postpartum psychosis. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
Closing arguments are expected this week in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial for the killings of her three young children. Attorney and legal analyst Joe Tamburino joins CBS News to discuss the case and a moment on Monday where witness testimony was cut short over comments about religion.
The judge in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy denied a mistrial request from her attorneys but scolded the prosecution after a witness brought up Clancy's religious beliefs. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports, and legal analyst Joe Tamburino weighs in.
Lindsay Clancy's defense team asked for a mistrial after a prosecution witness brought up Clancy's religious beliefs. The judge denied the request but reprimanded prosecutors. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has the latest analysis.
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.
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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 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.
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.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Johnny Cash's son, John Carter Cash, and his wife, Ana Cash, join "The Daily Report" to discuss Johnny's close bond with Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at the age of 80.
Forensic psychologist Dr. Kirk Heilbrun took the stand in Lindsay Clancy's trial for the killings of her three children on Tuesday, testifying that he felt Clancy was criminally liable despite claims of postpartum psychosis. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed joined Fox News's Jesse Watters on Monday night for a lively interview. Democratic strategist and CBS News political contributor Chuck Rocha joins with analysis.
President Trump threatened to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America on Tuesday as Canada announced retaliatory tariffs against the United States as the countries' trade war escalates. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.
A new study is sounding the alarm about the prevalence of CTE in NFL players. According to the British Medical Journal, 1 in 4 players who died between 2016 and 2021 had the degenerative brain disease. Concussion & CTE Foundation CEO Chris Nowinski, whose organization helped conduct the study, joins to unpack the findings.