Woman, child die after falling from ferry; murder inquiry launched
Initial media reports said a child fell into the sea and the woman jumped in after him -- but video from the ship did not match this version of events, a spokesperson said.
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Accident or murder? Wife of Pittsburgh dentist dies from fatal gunshot
When Lawrence and Bianca Rudolph traveled to Zambia on a big game hunt in 2016, no one would have imagined Bianca would never make it home — and that the journey would end years later with allegations of cover-ups, infidelity, fraud and murder.
Christine King Farris, sister of Martin Luther King Jr., dies at age 95
Christine King Farris was a founding board member of the nonprofit that Coretta Scott King started in 1968 in the wake of her husband's assassination.
Idaho murder suspect appears in court
Brian Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students, appeared on court Tuesday, just one day after prosecutors said they would be seeking the death penalty in the case. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest developments in the case.
Prosecutors seeking death penalty for Kohberger
Prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Brian Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students.
Child evacuated from Afghanistan in 2021 dies in federal U.S. custody
The boy was one of hundreds of Afghan children who arrived to the U.S. in 2021 without their parents after being evacuated from Afghanistan.
Lake Mead reports 6 deaths, "rash of unsafe and unlawful incidents"
Officials for the park urged visitors to take "simple measures" to prevent deaths or injuries.
4 killed in fire at NYC e-bike repair shop
Four people were killed and two were critically injured when a fire broke out at an e-bike repair shop in New York City. Fire officials blamed lithium-ion batteries, which have caused 108 fires resulting in 13 deaths in New York City in 2023 alone. Elaine Quijano reports.
Human composting: The rising interest in natural burial
Natural organic reduction (or human composting), a natural process that transforms the body into soil, has become a recognized alternative to embalming, and a climate-friendly option compared to cremation.
Ecuadoran woman who knocked on coffin during her own wake has died
Bella Montoya had spent five hours inside her coffin at a funeral home in Babahoyo, southwest of Quito.
Daniel Ellsberg, Pentagon Papers leaker, dies at age 92
Daniel Ellsberg copied and leaked documents that revealed secret details of U.S. strategy in the Vietnam War that became known as the Pentagon Papers.
Infant found dead inside garbage truck in Ohio
"The autopsy did reveal that the deceased infant was female and that the umbilical cord was still attached," officials said in a press release.
26-year-old cyclist dies after crash during Tour de Suisse
Swiss cyclist Gino Mäder has died one day after crashing and falling down a ravine during a descent at the Tour de Suisse.
Mike Batayeh, "Breaking Bad" actor and comedian, dies at age 52
"Breaking Bad" fans knew Mike Batayeh as Dennis Markowski, the manager of an industrial laundromat that served as the front for a meth lab on the award-winning show.
NYC subway rider indicted in chokehold death
A man who put an agitated New York City subway rider in a fatal chokehold has been indicted by a grand jury. Last month, Daniel Penny was charged in the death of Jordan Neely, who struggled in recent years with homelessness and mental illness. Penny says he was defending himself and other passengers. Elaine Quijano has the story.
Sneak peek: The Strange Death of Professor Shockley
A respected professor dies in a hot tub. Two friends are at the scene. Only one survives to tell the tale. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports Saturday, June 17 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Kayaker presumed dead after fiancee tries in vain to save him
Travis Valenti was last seen in Olympic National Park's Lake Crescent about a quarter mile offshore in an area with a depth of about 400-500 feet, officials said.
1 person dead after shooting inside Washington state movie theater
One person was shot and killed during a showing of a "Transformers" movie at a theater in Kent, authorities said.
Myrlie Evers opens up in exclusive interview
Sixty years ago, Mississippi civil rights leader Medgar Evers was shot and killed by a white supremacist outside of his home in Jackson, feet away from his family. After his death, his widow Myrlie Evers took up his fight for racial justice, becoming a leader in the movement. In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, 90-year-old Evers reflects on her extraordinary life in the fight for equality.
Death of the Unabomber
Theodore "Ted" Kaczynski, a math prodigy who terrorized the nation for nearly two decades as the notorious "Unabomber," building bombs that killed three people and injured 23 others, until he was arrested in 1996, died Saturday while serving a life sentence. He was 81. Jane Pauley reports.
Pat Robertson, broadcaster who helped make religion central to GOP politics, dies
Pat Robertson turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network.
Rescue efforts after major flooding in Ukraine
The true scale of the flooding disaster in southern Ukraine remained unclear Thursday, three days after the country's president accused Russian forces of blowing up a major dam. One Russian-backed official in the region said five people had died as water continued to gush through the Nova Kakhovka Dam. Debora Patta reports.
Motorcyclist killed, competitor seriously injured in crash at Ironman race
"I was right next to it and saw the bike explode into what felt like a thousand pieces," one triathlete said.
2 dead after plane crash in Mississippi
Tupelo Fire Department Sergeant Michael Moody confirmed the deaths to CBS News.
Nurse denied ambulance requests before migrant child died, officials say
Anadith Danay Reyes Alvarez, who suffered from sickle cell anemia and heart disease, died after she and her family spent over a week in Border Patrol custody.
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U.S. disables ship for allegedly violating Iran blockade amid Strait of Hormuz feud
For the first time since President Trump reinstated a blockade on Iranian ports, the U.S. military has disabled a ship that allegedly tried to sail to Kharg Island.
Sons say they learned father was killed by ICE through video, news reports
Ronaldo Salgado said he learned his father, 52-year-old Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, had been shot by an ICE officer in Houston last week through a video posted online that depicted him "screaming" for help.
Trump to allege Chinese meddling in U.S. elections in primetime speech, sources say
Part of President Trump's speech Thursday night is expected to touch on previously unreported alleged Chinese meddling in U.S. elections, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Hegseth requires testosterone deficiency screening for service members over 30
The Pentagon will now require service members over 30 to screen for testosterone deficiency, and if needed, they can elect to have testosterone replacement therapy.
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GPS data tracks boat Nolan Wells was on before he went missing
GPS data from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources, obtained by CBS News, tracks the movements of the boat that carried Nolan Wells to Horn Island on July 4.
U.S. citizen departs Iran after being barred from leaving for over a year
A U.S.-Iranian woman who was trapped in Iran on allegations of espionage and collaborating with a hostile state that her attorney called "bogus" has departed the country, CBS News learned Wednesday.
Pentagon proposes new secrecy power to withhold unclassified records from FOIA
The legislative proposal would allow the defense secretary to withhold "controlled unclassified information," potentially curbing public access to a wide range of defense records.
Tim Scott doesn't rule out Darline Graham running for her brother Lindsey's Senate seat
With this year's race to succeed Lindsey Graham in the Senate still wide-open, GOP Sen. Tim Scott suggested the late senator's interim replacement — his sister, Darline Graham — could be one candidate.
Trump overturns pause of ICE vehicle stops implemented after deadly shootings
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.
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U.S. to impose 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports over unfair trade practices
The United States is imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil after finding a range of what it deemed unfair trade practices by the world's 10th-biggest economy.
Sons say they learned father was killed by ICE through video, news reports
Ronaldo Salgado said he learned his father, 52-year-old Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, had been shot by an ICE officer in Houston last week through a video posted online that depicted him "screaming" for help.
2 families sue hospital after Colorado man claims he was switched at birth
Two years ago, Jeremy Morrison took a DNA test and found out his parents were not biological actual parents.
Tim Scott doesn't rule out Darline Graham running for her brother Lindsey's Senate seat
With this year's race to succeed Lindsey Graham in the Senate still wide-open, GOP Sen. Tim Scott suggested the late senator's interim replacement — his sister, Darline Graham — could be one candidate.
United Airlines anticipates $6 billion in added fuel costs
U.S. airlines say higher jet fuel prices are costing them billions more than they anticipated at the beginning of the year.
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U.S. to impose 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports over unfair trade practices
The United States is imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil after finding a range of what it deemed unfair trade practices by the world's 10th-biggest economy.
United Airlines anticipates $6 billion in added fuel costs
U.S. airlines say higher jet fuel prices are costing them billions more than they anticipated at the beginning of the year.
Here's what the Common Cents Act means for businesses, consumers
New law aims to address how businesses and consumers should transact amid the phase-out of the penny.
Subaru recalls more than 541,000 vehicles over labeling error
Erroneous labels on some Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent cars could increase the risk of a crash, NHTSA said.
U.S. Mint to make $1 gold coin with Trump's face on it
It's the latest effort by President Trump to make his mark on Washington, D.C.
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Sons say they learned father was killed by ICE through video, news reports
Ronaldo Salgado said he learned his father, 52-year-old Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, had been shot by an ICE officer in Houston last week through a video posted online that depicted him "screaming" for help.
U.S. citizen departs Iran after being barred from leaving for over a year
A U.S.-Iranian woman who was trapped in Iran on allegations of espionage and collaborating with a hostile state that her attorney called "bogus" has departed the country, CBS News learned Wednesday.
Tim Scott doesn't rule out Darline Graham running for her brother Lindsey's Senate seat
With this year's race to succeed Lindsey Graham in the Senate still wide-open, GOP Sen. Tim Scott suggested the late senator's interim replacement — his sister, Darline Graham — could be one candidate.
Pentagon proposes new secrecy power to withhold unclassified records from FOIA
The legislative proposal would allow the defense secretary to withhold "controlled unclassified information," potentially curbing public access to a wide range of defense records.
Trump to allege Chinese meddling in U.S. elections in primetime speech, sources say
Part of President Trump's speech Thursday night is expected to touch on previously unreported alleged Chinese meddling in U.S. elections, according to sources familiar with the matter.
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Introducing Norah O'Donnell's new health podcast
"Healthful with Norah O'Donnell" launches July 22.
Alzheimer's blood test may show who's likely to develop it in 5 to 10 years
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer's symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers say.
Taco Bell removes some items amid outbreak
As of Tuesday, nearly 7,000 people in 34 states reported symptoms tied to a parasitic illness that, so far, has no official source. Carter Evans reports on what's suspected of being behind the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
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.
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U.S. to impose 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports over unfair trade practices
The United States is imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil after finding a range of what it deemed unfair trade practices by the world's 10th-biggest economy.
U.S. citizen departs Iran after being barred from leaving for over a year
A U.S.-Iranian woman who was trapped in Iran on allegations of espionage and collaborating with a hostile state that her attorney called "bogus" has departed the country, CBS News learned Wednesday.
Argentina rallies past bitter rival England to book spot in World Cup final
Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.
House vote to end Israel aid divides Democrats, with 103 voting in favor
The amendment, which had no chance of passing, put Democrats in a politically tough spot
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Senior defense officials looking at Cuba military options
Military planners have examined options for possible action against Cuba, including an Army-led air assault involving the 101st Airborne Division.
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Behind the "Better in Person" talk show
Author and journalist Stephen Dubner, who rose to fame when he co-wrote The New York Times bestseller "Freakonomics," talks with "CBS Mornings" about launching his own weekly talk show on YouTube, "Better in Person." Dubner discusses how the show got its start, his wide range of guests and why he decided to self-finance it.
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.
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Samsung set to unveil new foldable phones
Tech giant Samsung is set to debut a new line of foldable phones at its Galaxy Unpacked event next week. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss.
Details on New York data center moratorium
New York has become the first state in the U.S. to impose a moratorium on the construction of massive AI data centers. The pause takes effect immediately and halts the construction of new data centers for up to a year. Paris Marx, a technology podcast host, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Backlash grows nationwide over data centers
There's growing backlash nationwide against AI data centers and now New York is hitting pause. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order to delay the building boom. Kelly O'Grady has more.
26 Meta workers sue over alleged AI-aided layoffs of employees on leave
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
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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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Biddeford, Maine, mayor on ICE shooting
Liam LaFountain, mayor of Biddeford, Maine, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his town's response to Monday's incident where an ICE officer shot and killed a man.
Nolan Wells' family meets with Mississippi DA
The parents of Nolan Wells and their legal team received assurances from the Mississippi district attorney on Wednesday that the investigation into the teenager's death would be thorough. Skyler Henry has more details on the case.
New GPS data in Nolan Wells' disappearance
CBS News has obtained GPS data showing the movements of the boat that carried Nolan Wells before he disappeared on the Fourth of July. Wells was found dead on July 6. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Key moments from Jay Clayton's hearing
President Trump's nominee for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, testified before a Senate panel as part of his confirmation process. Taurean Small shares key takeaways from the hearing.
Booker grills Blanche about Ghislaine Maxwell
New Jersey Democratic Sen. Corey Booker grilled Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche about his meeting with Jeffrey Epstein ally and convicted criminal Ghislaine Maxwell during a Senate panel hearing on Capitol Hill on Wednesday. Booker also pressed Blanche about attending a dinner hosted by David Ellison, the CEO of Paramount Skydance, as a Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger bid continues. CBS News is owned by Paramount Skydance.
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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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Deciphering letters from Revolutionary War soldiers
Americans are putting their cursive reading skills to work in service of their country. "Citizen archivists" are helping the National Archives transcribe some 2.5 million pages of handwritten Revolutionary War pension files. Natalie Brand reports.
Argentina fans rejoice after England defeat
Argentina will have a chance to defend its World Cup title after defeating England 2-1 in the semifinal. This is the second time in a row Argentina has reached the final. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell reports on the excitement from fans.
Retired Navy vice admiral on latest Iran strikes
U.S. Central Command confirmed it began a second wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday, following a round of attacks earlier in the day. Retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Murrett joins CBS News to discuss.
Inside a recycling firm for electronic waste
As the technological revolution kicks into overdrive, the world is generating more electronic waste. One company is trying to reboot how we recycle our old tech. Evyn Moon takes us inside the process.
National blood emergency declared
The American Red Cross is announcing a national blood emergency with officials warning that hospitals are in dire need of blood products for emergencies and surgeries. Gwen Baumgardner has more.