Stephen Smith: A Death in Murdaugh Country
New evidence discovered after Murdaugh murders reignites a cold case. "48 Hours" obtains findings of independent forensic experts. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports.
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Young mom's 1975 murder solved, New Hampshire authorities say
Judith Lord, 22, was found dead in her Concord, New Hampshire apartment in May 1975. Her young son was found in the next room.
Suspect identified 27 years after woman murdered in suburban D.C. hospital
Police have identified a suspect in the 1998 murder of a D.C.-area hospital worker.
Blood in the Sand
Two teens killed on the same California beach six years apart. DNA on one of the victims leads to two suspects -- one of them worked for the police. "48 Hours" correspondent Richard Schlesinger investigates.
Killer identified in 1962 cold case
A 1962 Pennsylvania murder cold case closed this week after prosecutors announced they identified the killer.
"Woman with the German keys" identified 21 years after her body was found
Eva Maria Pommer's body was found on July 4, 2004. She was dressed in an unusual number of layers of clothing for the summertime, Interpol said.
Killer identified over 60 years after woman murdered in her Albany, N.Y., home
Officials linked DNA from Joseph Nowakowski, who died in 1998, to the killing of 50-year-old Catherine Blackburn in September 1964, Albany Police said Wednesday.
Tracing family trees to catch killers
Steve Kroft reports on how a new tool that uses a mixture of DNA analysis and family genealogy has been helping law enforcement crack cold cases.
Human remains found in Canadian well identified as woman born in 1881
Police have identified a woman whose remains were found in a Canadian well nearly two decades ago. She was born in the 19th century, police said.
"The woman in pink" identified 20 years after body found in Spain
"The woman in pink" case dates back to July 2005, when a body was found by a road in a small town in Barcelona.
Woman's remains exhumed in Oregon's oldest unidentified person case
The woman known as "Oak Grove Jane Doe" was found dismembered in multiple locations in Oregon in 1946.
Remains of woman who vanished in Oregon in 1974 identified, with DNA
Marion McWhorter went missing in Oregon in 1974. Now, remains found two years later have been identified as her, through DNA analysis.
Navy diver is linked to cold case rape cases in 4 states
The district attorney's office said one victim told investigators she had "waited 40 years" to receive closure.
Arrest made 20 years after pregnant woman found dead at cemetery
Valerie Laguna, 26, was found dead in a cemetery in 2005. After two decades, a suspect has been charged with murder.
"American Nightmare" couple helping police
The couple wrongly accused by police of a "kidnapping hoax" that was recently documented in Netflix's "American Nightmare," are now working with law enforcement. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts spoke to Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn, who were recently honored as California's witnesses of the year.
Moms unravel 15-year cold case murder
Writer Chuck Hogan's latest project is called "The Carpool Detectives: A True Story of Four Moms, Two Bodies, and One Mysterious Cold Case." CBS Saturday Morning catches up with the women to see where they are now.
Boyfriend charged 30 years after slain officer gave ominous warning
Denna Campbell was shot five times in her apartment in 1995. Her department-issued handgun was missing and hasn't been found.
Mysterious deaths of princes solved 5 centuries later, author says
Philippa Langley, who helped unearth King Richard III's body from a parking lot in 2012, says that two young princes who disappeared from the Tower of London were not killed.
Man extradited to Oregon to face murder charge in girlfriend's 1983 death
Teresa Peroni was reported missing by her family in 1983, but charges were not filed for decades.
DNA evidence leads to murder indictment 42 years after woman's disappearance
Teresa Peroni was 27 years old when she disappeared on or around July 4, 1983, in Selma, Oregon. She was last seen with her then-boyfriend Mark Sanfratello.
Man convicted of 1967 murder in one of U.K.'s oldest cold cases
A jury found Ryland Headley, then aged 34, guilty of attacking Louisa Dunne in June 1967.
Man charged with murder in father's 2003 cold case death
Douglas Herlihy would have been a teenager when his father, Paul Herlihy, died. Officials have charged him with second-degree murder.
Detective digs up graves to solve cold cases
Applying new techniques to old cases, law enforcement efforts in Detroit brought closure for dozens of families who longed for answers. Jim Axelrod reports.
FBI, Detroit police trying to solve cold cases
There's an effort underway in Detroit to solve cold cases by exhuming unidentified human remains. CBS News' Jim Axelrod reports. Then, former FBI special agent Katherine Schweit joins to discuss the process.
A 23-year fight for justice inspires hope for others
For over two decades, Carol Dodge has pursued justice for her daughter Angie, who was murdered in the summer of 1996 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Learn how the family is helping others.
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U.S. blockade on Iran restarts as Trump angles for control over Strait of Hormuz
As the U.S. restarts its Iran blockade and carries out more strikes, President Trump has called off a planned 20% fee on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
ICE halts most vehicle stops following deadly shootings, sources say
Neither of the victims of the ICE shootings in Maine or Texas were the target of enforcement operations, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Bipartisan senators introduce Russia sanctions and tariff bill Graham championed
The text of the bill had been finalized before Graham met with Zelenskyy last week in Kyiv.
Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
DoD watchdog finds 155mm artillery plant built 2 years ago has produced nothing
An ammunition plant in Mesquite, Texas, has not produced any metal projectile parts after the Army spent $469 million to establish the facility.
Social Security's 2027 COLA could be the biggest in years
New estimates call for a 3.6% to 3.8% benefit increase next year, although the final adjustment will depend on inflation readings released this summer.
How Jeffrey Epstein parlayed his elite network into a $25 million payday
Former White House counsel Kathy Ruemmler worked with Epstein on a Swiss bank settlement.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
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House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Senators introduce bipartisan plan to tackle Social Security insolvency
The Promise Act would establish a legislative procedure with the goal of preserving Social Security's trust funds for the next 50 years.
Senate Democrats block must-pass defense policy bill over Iran war objections
Senate Democrats blocked a must-pass annual defense policy bill from moving forward on Tuesday as they voiced opposition to the Trump administration's handling of the war with Iran.
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Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Senators introduce bipartisan plan to tackle Social Security insolvency
The Promise Act would establish a legislative procedure with the goal of preserving Social Security's trust funds for the next 50 years.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Social Security's 2027 COLA could be the biggest in years
New estimates call for a 3.6% to 3.8% benefit increase next year, although the final adjustment will depend on inflation readings released this summer.
Rare T. rex fossil sells for record $50.1 million at auction
The T. rex, nicknamed Gus, is a towering figure, standing at 12.5 feet fall and roughly 38 feet long.
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House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Senate Democrats block must-pass defense policy bill over Iran war objections
Senate Democrats blocked a must-pass annual defense policy bill from moving forward on Tuesday as they voiced opposition to the Trump administration's handling of the war with Iran.
Bipartisan senators introduce Russia sanctions and tariff bill Graham championed
The text of the bill had been finalized before Graham met with Zelenskyy last week in Kyiv.
House GOP leaders break logjam after conservative revolt
The House on Tuesday finally broke an impasse that had stalled most legislative action on the floor.
Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, sworn in as senator
Darline Graham, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, was sworn in to serve out the remainder of his term in the Senate, following his sudden death over the weekend.
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Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
"Miracle on the Hudson" pilot, Capt. "Sully," shares Alzheimer's diagnosis
Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, who famously landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River in 2009, said he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
States call out big businesses with employees on Medicaid
With the federal Medicaid work requirement looming in January, Democrats are considering state legislation to call out big companies that employ workers enrolled in the safety net health program.
Dr. Céline Gounder: Lindsey Graham died of aorta disease. My husband did too.
Lindsey Graham's aorta tore at 71. Grant Wahl's burst at 49. One is common and age-driven; the other is inherited, silent, and findable.
Common knee surgery may do more harm than good, 10-year study shows
A Finnish study followed patients for 10 years after they had a popular knee surgery. For many, the pain continued or even worsened.
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Iraq seizes mounds of gold and millions in cash in corruption crackdown
An anti-corruption probe in Iraq leads to seizure of 825 pounds of gold and tens of millions in cash from lawmakers and government officials.
Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Bipartisan senators introduce Russia sanctions and tariff bill Graham championed
The text of the bill had been finalized before Graham met with Zelenskyy last week in Kyiv.
U.S. marine biologist shot dead in the Philippines, companion injured
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
China rejects report that a U.S. scientist is being wrongfully detained
Asked about the case of U.S. national Youlin Chen, China's foreign ministry said there was no "wrongful detention," but it did not deny the scientist was imprisoned.
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Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
Gelfand on "The Real Wolf of Wall Street"
"The Real Wolf of Wall Street," a new documentary from See It Now Studios on Paramount+, focuses on the real-life story of infamous stockbroker Jordan Belfort and his brokerage firm Stratton Oakmont. Howie Gelfand, a former partner at Stratton Oakmont, explains why he decided to be part of the documentary and how the 2013 film, "The Wolf of Wall Street," starring Leonardo DiCaprio, got the real story wrong.
Alan Ritchson on thriller "Motor City"
Alan Ritchson talks about starring in "Motor City," which has nearly no dialogue, how his process was different and why he thinks it will resonate with audiences.
States sue to block Paramount-WBD merger
A coalition of a dozen states on Monday sued to block Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, posing a new challenge to the $110 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest media companies. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
Mick Jagger on music and politics
Mick Jagger spoke with The New York Times recently about the role of politics in his music. Political strategists Erin Maguire and Dan Kanninen join "The Takeout" to discuss.
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Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Hochul halts NY data center construction
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul imposed a year-long moratorium on "hyperscale" AI data centers, halting construction as the state investigates the wider economic and environmental impacts. Shanelle Kaul explains more.
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.
Apple files lawsuit against OpenAI
Apple is suing OpenAI over apparently stolen trade secrets that may be linked to hardware ambitions. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
N.Y. enacts nation's first statewide moratorium on building new data centers
Building new data centers in New York will be paused for a year in order to allow state officials to establish guidelines protecting residents and the environment, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
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U.S. marine biologist shot dead in the Philippines, companion injured
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
Kagan opening statements on security funding
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are on Capitol Hill to testify before House lawmakers in response to a request for increased security funding amid growing threats against members of the highest court.
Second fatal ICE shooting in a week
Joan Sebastian Guerrero's death in Maine marks the second time in a week that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have shot and killed a civilian. The Department of Homeland Security alleged that a man "attempted to flee the scene" when stopped by ICE. Guerrero's killing has prompted calls for an investigation. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Apple files lawsuit against OpenAI
Apple is suing OpenAI over apparently stolen trade secrets that may be linked to hardware ambitions. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
Witnesses on ICE shooting in Maine
Witnesses are describing what they saw during the moments after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a man in Maine. One source with knowledge of the investigation says Joan Sebastian Guerrero was killed during the encounter. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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.
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?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Rep. McCaul on Lindsey Graham and Ukraine
Lindsey Graham's death leaves Ukraine without a key Republican ally in the Senate. Rep. Michael McCaul, who recently visited Ukraine and had worked extensively with Sen. Graham, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Latest on Iran as Trump backs off Hormuz tolls
President Trump on Tuesday reversed his Monday proclamation about a 20% fee for cargo moving through the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Aaron MacLean report.
Taco Bell precautions over cyclosporiasis
Michigan's outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a disease marked by severe diarrhea, intensified Tuesday, with 3,300 cases identified and 44 people hospitalized. On Tuesday, Taco Bell told CBS News that it has "voluntarily and temporarily removed limited ingredients at select restaurants as a precautionary measure." CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder reports on what might be causing the spread.
Evidence turned over in Minnesota ICE shootings
Federal investigators have turned over evidence that officials in Minnesota have been requesting for months about the deadly ICE shootings the state experienced in January. Hennepin County attorney Mary Moriarty joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Latest on ICE scrutiny after fatal shootings
Nine people in the U.S. have been killed by immigration officers in the last 18 months, including two in the last week in Texas and Maine. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Ed O'Keefe report, while Hennepin County attorney Mary Moriarty joins "The Takeout" to discuss the investigation into two ICE killings in Minnesota.