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Missing video is raising new questions in the investigation of the federal jail cell death of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Federal prosecutors said yesterday video of Epstein’s jail cell when he made his first suicide attempt “no longer exists.” Epstein, who was accused of sexually abusing dozens of underage girls, died by suicide weeks later on August 10. Mola Lenghi reports.
The popular heartburn drug ranitidine, the generic form of Zantac, was linked to cancer in September, prompting some voluntary recalls of the drug and an investigation by the FDA. A lab in California has also been working to get to the bottom of its potential dangers. First on “CBS This Morning,” Dr. Jon LaPook has a look inside that lab.
Hundreds of employee emails and texts released by Boeing to Congress paint a deeply disturbing picture of how the company apparently sought to mislead federal regulators about simulators used to train pilots for its embattled 737 Max jetliner. The Max has been grounded for nearly 10 months. A flaw in the plane's software was a key factor in two crashes that killed 346 people. Kris Van Cleave reports on what's in the documents.
Queen Elizabeth has given royal staff just days to come up with a workable solution to Prince Harry and Meghan's plans to step back, a plan which continues to polarize public opinion. Meanwhile, Meghan is already in Canada, with eight-month-old Archie. Imtiaz Tyab reports on the royal rift from Buckingham Palace.
Sources tell CBS News that threats and imminent attacks against embassies were not mentioned to lawmakers in their briefing on President Trump’s decision to kill an Iranian general. At a rally Thursday night, Mr. Trump did not offer any evidence of planned attacks, and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said later that he didn't know the targets of any planned attacks. Nancy Cordes reports on the growing controversy over exactly what led the U.S. to assassinate General Soleimani.
Iran has formally invited the NTSB to send a representative to the Ukraine plane crash site. The NTSB says it will not speculate on the cause of the crash. Kris Van Cleave reports that the Iranian military was on high alert following its air strikes on U.S. forces in Iraq and U.S. officials believe shooting down the passenger jet may have been a mistake made in the heat of the moment.
There are new indications that Iran shot down a civilian passenger jet in its own airspace, killing many of its own citizens. A video obtained by the New York Times seems to show the impact. You can see a bright flash, which our sources tell us was the explosion of two surface-to-air missiles. Surveillance cameras picked up a shower of debris from the Ukrainian plane that crashed after takeoff from Tehran's main airport, killing 176 people. Elizabeth Palmer reports on what Iran’s government is saying about the crash.
Extreme weather is expected across the country. A dangerous storm is threatening millions in the South, while what could be record winter warmth moves to the East. WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn is tracking the forecast.
House Democrats voted Thursday to limit President Trump's power to launch more attacks against Iran. The president has made a new claim about why he ordered the operation that killed Iran's top general. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Questions remain after Prince Harry and his wife Meghan announced their plans to take a step back from their senior royal duties. The queen wants a solution quickly. Imtiaz Tyab explains.
You never know where you'll discover new musical talent. Chip Reid met up with two up-and-coming recording stars at a retirement home. They're 88 and 102 years old.
A respiratory illness that's spreading rapidly this year can be dangerous for infants and young children. The flu-like virus is known as RSV. Adriana Diaz reports.
U.S. officials say evidence shows Iran shot down a Ukrainian jetliner hours after the Iranian missile attack earlier this week. But Iranian officials are disputing those reports. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Legendary gymnastics coach Valorie Kondos Field built UCLA into a collegiate powerhouse before retiring last year. Over 29 years as head coach, Kondos Field led UCLA to seven NCAA championships and 22 regional championships. But "Miss Val," as she's affectionately known by her gymnasts, says winning does not always equal success. She joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her TED Talk on what's more important than winning.
"CBS This Morning" celebrated eight years on air Thursday. Co-host Gayle King wore the same yellow and white dress she does every year on the show's birthday. She picked the dress out before the first day of air in 2012. "I only wear it here and I only wear it on this day," she said.
The fugitive former Nissan Chief Carlos Ghosn was banned from leaving Lebanon, the country he fled to after a daring escape from Japan. On Wednesday, in his first public appearance since the escape, Ghosn defended himself in a lengthy news conference. He said he was fleeing from a "nightmare." Charlie D'Agata reports from Beirut, near the house where Ghosn is now living.
A non-profit hair salon is helping interracial families who have difficulty styling their kids' hair. For our series A More Perfect Union, Elaine Quijano went to the Chicago suburb of Oak Park to see how something as simple as braiding hair can bring communities together.
Ecologists in Australia now believe more than a billion animals have died in the country’s unprecedented bushfires. More than 25 million acres have burned since September. Researchers say koalas, kangaroos, wallabies and other animals have perished either directly or indirectly as a result of the fires. Jamie Yuccas reports on how an animal rescue group is trying to save them.
The federal government is issuing a warning about fake military draft notices demanding Americans report for duty and deploy to Iran. The messages threaten the recipients with jail time if they don’t immediately reach out to recruiters. They began to show up on people’s phones just as tensions mounted in the Middle East. Catherine Herridge spoke with one 18-year-old who received the message.
There's growing intrigue surrounding the British royal family after an unprecedented announcement from Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle. The couple said they're stepping down as senior members of the family and plan to raise their son in both the U.K. and North America. Tina Brown, who has covered the royal family and wrote "The Diana Chronicles," joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the couple's decision.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio helped save a man who had fallen off a yacht in the Caribbean. It all unfolded after DiCaprio and his pals heard a distress call while on their rental boat. They rushed to the area to try to find the man, who had apparently been lost at sea off the small island of Saba and treading water for 11 hours.
The British royal family is reeling from an extraordinary new rift involving Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The couple is stepping down as senior members of the family and will split their time between the U.K. and North America. One British tabloid calls it "Megxit." Mark Phillips reports from Buckingham Palace on how the royal family is taking the news.
Only on “CBS This Morning,” David Begnaud was allowed inside a crucial power plant in Puerto Rico that was severely damaged by this week's earthquakes. The power situation on the island is critical following a 6.4 magnitude earthquake on Tuesday. About 600,000 customers have power at the moment, but around 900,000 people, about a third of the population, are still in the dark.
Iranian authorities say the crew of a Ukrainian airliner that crashed in Tehran never called for help. They say according to an early crash report, the plane was trying to turn back when it went down, leaving a trail of wreckage in a field on the outskirts of the city. But Kris Van Cleave reports that holes found in that wreckage are leading some to question the idea that the plane had mechanical issues.
The general chosen to replace Qassem Soleimani said he would follow the same path. And Iran's news agency quotes a senior commander of its Revolutionary Guards vowing further revenge. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tehran on whether or not there's any evidence of lowering tensions.
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
About 1,500 active-duty soldiers are on standby in Alaska for possible deployment to Minneapolis, a U.S. defense official told CBS News Saturday.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement that the Gaza executive committee was "not coordinated with Israel and is contrary to its policy."
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. military operations in the Middle East, conducted the strike on Jan. 16, killing Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, authorities said.
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
John Harbaugh, the 63-year-old former head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, agreed to a 5-year contract to coach Big Blue.
Bruno Rocuba claims a freak accident while handling his gun caused the death of his wife, Melissa Rocuba. He was not arrested or charged with any crime. Years later, investigators uncover disturbing new evidence that challenges what really happened that night in their Pennsylvania bedroom.
Bruno Rocuba claims a freak accident while handling his gun caused the death of his wife, Melissa Rocuba. He was not arrested or charged with any crime. Years later, investigators uncover disturbing new evidence that challenges what really happened that night in their Pennsylvania bedroom.
Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.
Since October, WestJet had added an extra row of seats to nearly two dozen aircraft.
U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. military operations in the Middle East, conducted the strike on Jan. 16, killing Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, authorities said.
The FBI plans to extradite Alejandro Rosales Castillo, 27, who was wanted for the killing of a co-worker in 2016.
As the president prepares to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, he's made no secret of his goal for lower interest rates — but there are a few political roadblocks in the way.
The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
The Trump administration says it has completed the first sale of Venezuelan oil to the U.S. Will it mean lower prices at the pump?
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
As obesity rates among Americans drop and weight loss drugs lead to a slimmer society, airlines could save on fuel costs, according to a recent analysis.
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says that federal agents wrongfully detained a member of his office on Friday.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger will be referred to with traditional formality: "Madam Governor" or, as some officials phrase it, "her excellency."
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
A bipartisan U.S. Congressional delegation's comments in Denmark contrasted with those emanating from the White House.
The country's leader criticized President Trump on Saturday, blaming him for "casualties, damages and accusations" against Iran.
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.
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. military operations in the Middle East, conducted the strike on Jan. 16, killing Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, authorities said.
Elite mountaineer Jim Morrison, fueled by a promise he made to his deceased partner, ascended and then skied down Mount Everest's treacherous North Face.
The Olympic Winter Games in Milan are scheduled to open on February 6, 2026.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement that the Gaza executive committee was "not coordinated with Israel and is contrary to its policy."
The FBI plans to extradite Alejandro Rosales Castillo, 27, who was wanted for the killing of a co-worker in 2016.
Whitney formed in Chicago more than a decade ago, gaining popularity for their blend of classic indie and '70s soft rock. Their latest album, "Small Talk," draws on that throwback sound with a modern twist. Here's Whitney performing "Dandelions."
Whitney formed in Chicago more than a decade ago, gaining popularity for their blend of classic indie and '70s soft rock. Their latest album, "Small Talk," draws on that throwback sound with a modern twist. Here's Whitney performing "Won't You Speak Your Mind."
Whitney formed in Chicago more than a decade ago, gaining popularity for their blend of classic indie and '70s soft rock. Their latest album, "Small Talk," draws on that throwback sound with a modern twist. Here's Whitney performing "Back to the Wind."
Federer played exhibition doubles matches with past champions Andre Agassi and Ash Barty.
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings," Alicia Keys reflects on "Hell's Kitchen's" Broadway run ending after nearly two years of sold-out performances. The musical is inspired by Keys' own experiences and will continue its national tour. She speaks about the decision for it to leave Broadway and how she has found a healthy relationship with success.
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
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 is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Verizon says it's giving a $20 credit to customers affected an outage that disrupted service across the U.S.
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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.
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Bruno Rocuba claims a freak accident while handling his gun caused the death of his wife, Melissa Rocuba. He was not arrested or charged with any crime. Years later, investigators uncover disturbing new evidence that challenges what really happened that night in their Pennsylvania bedroom.
Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.
This past July, police in California raided the home of Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang over allegations of possible child abuse. The couple's 21 children, mostly surrogate-born, were taken into state custody as an investigation began. In the months since their arrest and release, the couple has had at least five more surrogate-born babies. The couple is now fighting for custody of all of their children and is suing some of their surrogates in the process. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk are trying to disqualify one of the prosecutors on the case. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is holding about 73,000 people facing deportation, a new record high, according to data. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
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.
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
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.
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
NASA says it could be just weeks away from launching astronauts on a flight around the moon for the first time in more than half a century. Final preparations are underway at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where the Artemis II moon rocket is expected to roll out to the launch pad on Saturday.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
A woman dies after an "accidental" shooting in her bedroom. Eight years later, surveillance video upends the case. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
For many, a trip to the dentist can be nerve-wracking. This California doctor found a solution with four legs and a tail. Itay Hod has the story.
WestJet reversed its plan to add extra seats to its planes after the idea didn't fly with many passengers. Ali Bauman has the story.
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.
Iran's supreme leader blamed the U.S. for the protests against his regime that resulted in a violent crackdown. Willie James Inman has President Trump's response.