51 killed, 24 wounded in Colombia prison fire, authorities say
The deadly blaze erupted inside a detention center in Tuluá, Colombia on Tuesday after an inmate set fire to a mattress, according to the national prison system director.
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4 killed when stands collapse during bullfight
At least four people were killed and many others injured when a section of wooden stands collapsed during a bullfight in Colombia.
4 killed when stands collapse during bullfight in Colombia
Tolima health secretary Martha Palacios said in a press conference that 322 people had gone to local public and private hospitals.
Former rebel Gustavo Petro wins Colombian presidential election
Petro defeated real estate magnate Rodolfo Hernández and will be the country's first leftist president.
Elaborate sting targets notorious cartel; 4.3 tons of cocaine seized
The massive bust comes a month after the Gulf Clan's alleged boss was extradited from Colombia to the U.S.
New video shows gold coins and treasure from "holy grail" of shipwrecks
The treasure could be worth billions of dollars if ever recovered.
Gold coins found in centuries-old shipwrecks
Gold coins were among the treasure scattered around centuries-old shipwrecks recently discovered off the coast of Colombia.
Cartel shuts down towns, threatens public after leader extradited to U.S.
Dairo Antonio Úsuga David, also known as Otoniel, is "the most dangerous drug trafficker in the world," Colombia's president said,
"Most dangerous drug trafficker in the world" extradited to U.S.
The U.S. had placed a $5 million bounty on his head and his legend as a bandit grew alongside the horror stories told by Colombian authorities.
Doctor finds out residency on Match Day
Miguel Quintero Consuegra, who moved to the U.S. from Colombia to study neurosurgery, didn't know where he'd go for his residency. But on "Match Day," when doctors find out the hospital where they will be a resident, his colleagues helped him with the big reveal.
U.S. border arrests hit 22-year high
Arrests at the U.S. border reached a 22-year high in March, and the demographics of the migrants has shifted significantly. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with Vladimir Duthiers and Elaine Quijano about what's behind the numbers, and the potential impact of ending the policy known as Title 42.
Fugitive suspect arrested in 1994 killing
A Colombian man who has been on the lam for nearly three decades since he was convicted in absentia of killing his wife has been located in a Boston suburb, the FBI said Wednesday. William Hernando Usma Acosta, 61, was arrested on his way to work. CBS Boston's Kristina Rex reports.
Colombian fugitive wanted for wife's 1994 murder caught in Boston suburb
William Hernando Usma Acosta fatally shot his wife in June 1994, and tried to kill his daughter when she intervened, authorities say.
Tributes pour in for Taylor Hawkins
Fans and fellow musicians are mourning the loss of Foo Fighters' drummer Taylor Hawkins, who died Friday in Colombia. Hawkins, 50, was known for his ferocious drum solos and a heart of gold.
Foo Fighters' Taylor Hawkins dead at 50
Taylor Hawkins, longtime drummer for the Foo Fighters, died in Bogotá, Colombia, where the band was scheduled to perform. Hawkins was 50 years old. Lilia Luciano has the details.
Taylor Hawkins had 10 substances in his system when he died, officials say
Hawkins, 50, died in his hotel room in Bogotá, Colombia, on Friday, shortly before the Foo Fighters were set to perform.
Tourist killed by shark in popular snorkeling spot
The 56-year-old man was swimming near a cliff when he was bitten by the shark.
Biden meets with Colombian president
President Biden met with Colombian President Iván Duque Márquez at the White House as the U.S. seeks to further economically isolate Russia. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Colombian president on meeting with Biden
Colombian President Iván Duque Márquez joined CBS News' Meg Oliver and Ed O'Keefe to discuss his meeting with President Biden in Washington and his nation's relationship with Venezuela.
U.S. intends to designate Colombia as major non-NATO ally
Colombia would join more than a dozen countries on the major non-NATO ally list.
Colombia to declare Pablo Escobar's "cocaine hippos" invasive species
Escobar's hippos have become a sort of local tourist attraction in the years since the kingpin was killed by police in 1993.
Colombia partially decriminalizes abortion
Abortion advocates say the country's ruling is a "triumph for human rights."
Coast Guard seizes more than $1 billion worth of illegal cocaine and marijuana
Crews from nine U.S. ships seized 54,500 pounds of cocaine and 15,800 pounds of marijuana, the Coast Guard said.
Recovery of treasure from "holy grail" of shipwrecks moving forward
The wreck of the San Jose was found off Columbia's coast, but Spain and native Bolivians have also staked claims to its fabled riches.
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Iran says deal with U.S. requires Israeli forces to leave Lebanon
Iran's foreign minister says Israeli troops can't remain in Lebanon under the pending deal with the U.S.
Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
Suspect in custody after deadly shooting at Wilmington Hospital
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left one person dead and another injured, police said.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track
The casino said some 350 horses are usually housed in the area, but the fire was contained before it could spread and only affected the one barn.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
Rick Jackson wins Georgia GOP gubernatorial nomination, CBS News projects
Rick Jackson, the billionaire healthcare executive who grew up in poverty and spent time in Atlanta's public housing projects, has won the Republican runoff for Georgia governor, CBS News projects.
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Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track
The casino said some 350 horses are usually housed in the area, but the fire was contained before it could spread and only affected the one barn.
Suspect in custody after deadly shooting at Wilmington Hospital
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left one person dead and another injured, police said.
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What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
The number of metropolitan areas around the country with basic homes worth at least $1 million has tripled since 2020.
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Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
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Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Dead or stranded: Commercial sailors suffer in the Strait of Hormuz
India alone has more than 18,000 sailors stuck across the Persian Gulf region. Some tell CBS News it feels like they're "in jail."
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
Despite Trump's assurances, shippers wait and see on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says there's a "safe, secure and pristine" route through the Strait of Hormuz, but major shipping companies aren't convinced.
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America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Billy Porter on "La Cage Aux Folles"
Billy Porter speaks with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the off-Broadway revival of the musical "La Cage Aux Folles," working with Wayne Brady and recent health issues.
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has 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.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
Prediction market traders face long odds
Prediction market platforms give fans the chance to make money on anything from predicting where Taylor Swift will get married to major sports. But a recent study found the top 1% of traders on Polymarket capture more than three-quarters of all gains. Jo Ling Kent spoke with a prediction market trader who wrote an AI-powered computer program to help him win big.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Police: Wilmington shooting suspect at large
Police in Delaware are still searching for a suspect who shot two people at Wilmington Hospital on Tuesday, officials said at a news conference. At least one person is dead and another injured.
FBI foils alleged murder plot at UFC fight
Federal prosecutors charged at least five people in connection with an alleged plot to kill the president and countless others at Sunday's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn. Ed O'Keefe reports.
5 charged in foiled White House UFC plot
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting the White House UFC event, officials announced Tuesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Details of U.S.-Iran peace deal remain unknown
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are calling on the White House to release the text of the tentative deal reached with Iran to end the war. Both Democrats and Republicans have said they are eager to see the details. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Study: Online views on democracy vary by platform
A new Gallup study reveals that social media users across platforms differ in how they express their views on democracy. Dr. Ellyn Maese, senior researcher at Gallup and author of the study, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
Extended interview: Sen. Raphael Warnock
In this extended interview, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sits down with Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia to discuss the Iran war, voting rights and morality in America.
Trump slams Israel, praises Iran at G7 summit
President Trump praised Iranian leaders while slamming his greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel, at the G7 summit on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes has more details.