7-year-old shot while trick-or-treating
A 7-year-old girl dressed as a bumblebee was shot while trick-or-treating in Chicago, along with a 31-year-old man. Charlie DeMar of CBS Chicago reports.
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Chicago's top cop Eddie Johnson to retire
Chicago police superintendent Eddie Johnson announced his retirement in an emotional speech Thursday. He served for nearly four years as the chief of the nation's second-largest police department.
Woman who lived with R. Kelly speaks out
Joycelyn Savage, one of the women who was living with R. Kelly at the time of his arrest, is detailing the "abusive" relationship she had with Kelly. In an interview with CBS News' Gayle King earlier this year, she defended her relationship with him. Kelly's lawyer issued a statement calling Savage's comments "unfortunate." Kelly is being held in Chicago on charges of sexual abuse.
Man accused of killing woman who ignored him
Donald Thurman, 26, was arrested was charged with first-degree murder and sexual assault after University of Illinois at Chicago police found 19-year-old Ruth George unresponsive in a campus parking garage. CBS Chicago's Mike Puccinelli reports.
Rapper "Juice WRLD" dies at age 21
Chicago-area rapper Juice WRLD, whose real name is Jarad A. Higgins, died Sunday after a "medical emergency'' at Midway International Airport. CBSN Los Angeles reports.
Women's March draws thousands to LA
Thousands of people gathered in cities across the country for the 2020 Women's March -- the fourth iteration of the event since it began 2017. The Women's March organization has faced controversy and internal turmoil that have turned some away from their demonstrations. CBS Los Angeles' Greg Mills reports.
R. Kelly denied release from jail amid coronavirus
Kelly is being held at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in downtown Chicago, where there are 49 active COVID-19 cases, according to the Bureau of Prisons.
Rod Blagojevich holds news conference
Ex-Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich spoke to reporters Wednesday afternoon after his release late Tuesday from prison. President Trump commuted the sentence he was serving on corruption charges. Blagojevich called himself a "Trumpocrat," and said he would vote for the president if he were allowed to vote as a convicted felon. Watch his remarks.
Jussie Smollett denies fabricating hate crime
Jussie Smollett is on the defensive again, as he fights off new charges that he lied to police and staged a hate crime. Smollett’s original charges were dropped, but a grand jury recently indicted him on six new charges of disorderly conduct that were linked to the old case. Dean Reynolds reports.
Chicago police shooting caught on video
The FBI is investigating a controversial police shooting at a Chicago transit station that was captured on camera. Witness video shows the struggle between a man and two Chicago police officers on Friday. The man was shot twice, leaving him in critical condition. Jericka Duncan reports on the latest developments.
John Prine, the "Singing Mailman," delivers again
John Prine started writing songs while delivering mail in Chicago in the late 1960s. Over the last 50 years, classic tunes just seemed to pour out of him – some sad, like "Angel From Montgomery" and "Sam Stone"; some funny, like "Illegal Smile" and "In Spite of Ourselves." Now, after beating cancer twice, the 72-year-old Prine is back with a new album, "The Tree of Forgiveness," and it's turning into the biggest record of his career, debuting at #2 on the Billboard Rock and Country charts. Anthony Mason pays a visit to Prine (whom Rolling Stone calls the "Mark Twain of American Songwriting") at his home in Nashville.
Judge denies request to release Cook County Jail inmates
A federal judge has denied a request to release medically vulnerable inmates at a Chicago jail but ordered officials to step up coronavirus testing for detainees.
Mom creates sidewalk art to entertain kids
Stacy Lazzara, a Chicago mother of two, is making quarantine more fun for her kids by using simple sidewalk chalk to make incredible, intricate works of art. She's transformed her daughters into astronauts, mermaids and skateboarders, and photos of her masterpieces have gone viral. "There is so much fear and anxiety in the world right now; we love being able to bring a smile to people’s faces!" she told CBS News.
Coronavirus seeps into U.S. prison system
Experts are sounding the alarm about those who work and live inside U.S. jails and prisons because they are especially vulnerable to the coronavirus outbreak. Louis L. Reed, an organizer with #Cut50, an initiative to cut the prison population, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest as the pandemic threatens people incarcerated across America.
Mom turns house into an aquarium
When she had to cancel her 2-year-old son's birthday trip to the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, a Michigan mom decided she still wanted to give him a fun experience. So, she created an at-home aquarium for him using arts and crafts, completely transforming her home for his quarantine birthday party.
Michelle Obama's heartfelt message to Chicago health care workers
"You embody the very best of who we are – the very best. And I know we will get through this crisis because of you," the former first lady said.
Chicago boy makes COVID-19 podcast
Five-year-old Albie Gill has created his own COVID-19 podcast with the help of his dad, Andrew. They join CBSN's Reena Ninan to talk about their inspiration.
Transcript: Governor J.B. Pritzker on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker that aired Sunday, May 3, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Large house parties violating Chicago's stay-at-home order
"What was depicted on the video was reckless and utterly unacceptable," Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot tweeted.
Latino communities struggle during coronavirus pandemic
"We don't have the benefit of 'I should just stay home,'" a first-generation Mexican American tells CBS News of the need to make money during the pandemic.
Activists rushing to pay bail for inmates amid virus threat
"We're not just fighting for a few people, we're fighting for everyone to be bonded out," said Jason Hammond of the Chicago Community Bond Fund.
Massive car pileup on Chicago expressway; 14 hospitalized
Officials said low traction on the expressway caused the collisions.
ICYMI: Top takeaways from this week's "Face the Nation"
This week we sat down with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb for the latest on the battle against coronavirus
Chicago mayor says coronavirus is "devastating" African American community
"This virus attacks those underlying conditions with a vengeance," Lightfoot said on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Lori Lightfoot on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, that aired Sunday, April 12, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Winter Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes.
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Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
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See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
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Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
How the Olympics' Parade of Nations country order works
Here's what to know about the Parade of Nations in the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony and how the country order is determined.
See the best Olympic opening ceremony outfits of the 2026 Winter Games
As the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics begin, all eyes were on teams from around the globe proudly donning their countries' uniforms for the opening ceremony, including Team USA in outfits designed by Ralph Lauren.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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Bad Bunny set for historic Super Bowl performance
Coming off a historic Grammy win, Bad Bunny is gearing up to make even more history at this weekend's Super Bowl. The musician is set to be the first Super Bowl headliner to perform completely in Spanish. Leila Cobo, co-chief content officer at Billboard, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
Bad Bunny hints at halftime show surprises
Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican singer born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, told fans to expect a special Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday. Nidia Cavazos reports on how the star is performing, and whether he'll have any surprise guests.
Bad Bunny set for historic halftime show
Bad Bunny will perform on the Super Bowl halftime stage on Sunday for an all-Spanish performance - a first at the big game. The six-time Grammy winner gave a preview ahead of his performance, saying, "they dont even have to learn Spanish. They just … it's better if they learn to dance."
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Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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 will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
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.
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Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Officials review new message in Guthrie case
Officials said they are "aware of a new message" in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance on Friday. Authorities have not given details on the contents of the message. Former FBI special agent FBI Doug Kouns joins CBS News to discuss.
Man spent decades making model of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost one million structures. Steve Hartman has the story.
Officials shut down man's free bus rides
After a licensed school bus driver finished his route, he decided to help after seeing lots of other children walking to school in the cold. As Tony Dokoupil reports, the offer was short-lived.
Olympics kick off with opening ceremony in Milan
The opening ceremony marked the official start of the 2026 Winter Olympics with celebrations at Milan's San Siro Stadium and at venues in Predazzo, Livigno and Cortina d'Ampezzo. Seth Doane reports.
What to know about high-stakes Super Bowl security
With less than 48 hours until kickoff for Super Bowl LX, security preparations are already in motion. Kris Van Cleave has a preview.