Prosecutor: Dennis Hastert accuser to speak at sentencing
The judge in the case also will allow the court to make public more documents in the case ahead of Hastert's April 27 hearing
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Andy Richter opens up on allegations against Hastert
The comedian went to the same high school where Hastert worked
Sister of alleged Dennis Hastert sex abuse victim speaks out
Court document includes disturbing details from at least four of Hastert's male students when he was a teacher and wrestling coach
Disturbing sex abuse claims by Dennis Hastert's ex-students revealed
Court filing chronicles a chain of deception that began with former House speaker exploiting his position of trust as a teacher and coach
Prosecutors: Hastert sought to hide abuse of 14-year-old
Court filing is the first time prosecutors have confirmed former House speaker paid hush-money to conceal sex abuse of a teenager
Four "credible" sexual abuse allegations against Dennis Hastert
That's according to a report published Thursday by The Chicago Tribune
Dennis Hastert "sorry" for his conduct
Claiming he is overwhelmed with guilt and in failing health, the former speaker asks for probation ahead of his sentencing in hush-money case
Alleged sex abuse victim might testify at Dennis Hastert's April sentencing
CBS News confirmed that the judge overseeing the case has agreed to move the sentencing to April 27
Alleged sex abuse victim may testify at Dennis Hastert's sentencing
The former speaker of the House pleaded guilty in October to violating bank laws by seeking to pay $3.5 million in hush money
Lawyer: Dennis Hastert "nearly died" after pleading guilty
Former House speaker's attorney reveals new details about client's health in hearing ahead of sentencing for hush-money case
Ex-Speaker Dennis Hastert recovering from a stroke
His attorney said Hastert suffered a stroke in early November, shortly after pleading guilty to a felony charge
Portrait of ex-Speaker Dennis Hastert taken down at Capitol
Just days after Hastert pleaded guilty to a felony charge, Speaker Paul Ryan removed Hastert's portrait
Will Dennis Hastert's portrait keep its place of honor in Capitol?
The former House speaker agreed to a plea deal Wednesday for a felony charge involving banking laws
Hastert pleads guilty in $3.5 million hush-money case
Former House speaker enters plea in deal over charges of evading banking laws, lying to FBI
Former House speaker to plead guilty in hush money case
Dennis Hastert, who is charged with violating banking laws and lying to the FBI, is expected to plead guilty on October 28
Q&A: Latest developments in Dennis Hastert's case, possible plea deal
The former House speaker is accused of lying to FBI and breaking banking laws in GOP hush money case
Dennis Hastert's attorney calls leaks in case "unconscionable"
Prosecutors and lawyers in the Hastert case appeared in court Thursday for a status hearing
Attorneys want to keep some evidence secret in Hastert case
Federal prosecutors say the government materials in the case include "sensitive information"
Hastert, feds agree judge should be kept on case
Despite a possible conflict of interest, Judge Thomas Durkin will continue to preside over the former House Speaker's case
Dennis Hastert pleads not guilty to hush money charges
The former House speaker appeared in federal court Tuesday to plead not guilty to two charges related to alleged efforts to conceal sexual misconduct
Going to trial may be too risky for Dennis Hastert
Former House Speaker debating plea over federal charges that stem from his alleged efforts to conceal sexual misconduct against a young male
Who has Dennis Hastert hired to defend him?
The former House speaker is under fire for alleged sexual assault and will be arraigned Tuesday for breaking federal banking laws
Scandal reveals different side of man known as a mentor
Amid growing sex-abuse scandal, those who knew former House Speaker Dennis Hastert say he was known for his values
Former Rep. Mel Watt denies knowing about Hastert misconduct
The former congressman did acknowledge he heard a "rumor" years ago
Arraignment scheduled for Dennis Hastert
The former House speaker was indicted last week in a case involving "hush money" and accusations of sexual misconduct
Violence erupts after Mexican cartel leader "El Mencho" killed in federal operation
Mexico's Ministry of Defense security forces have killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, in a military operation.
Maps show snow totals, blizzard warnings for major winter storm
Blizzard warnings are in effect for New York City, New Jersey, southern New England and coastal communities along the East Coast.
On South Africa's farms, there's pushback against claims of genocide
President Trump claims White farmers in South Africa are victims of a genocide. South Africans dispute his claim.
Defense attorneys build mapping tool to track Justice Dept. "weaponization"
A defense lawyers group has posted a tracking tool to enable users to check on the status of some of the controversial prosecutions attempted by DOJ in the first year of Trump's second term.
As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
Armed man shot and killed inside Mar-a-Lago perimeter, Secret Service says
An armed man was shot and killed early Sunday morning after "unauthorized entry" into the secure perimeter at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, the U.S. Secret Service said.
U.S. beats Canada in thrilling hockey finals to win Olympic gold
Through a sudden death overtime goal, the U.S. men's hockey team is golden over Canada.
Greer says White House expects to "stand by" trade deals after SCOTUS ruling
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said "stand by" the trade deal agreements it has signed with its partners despite the Supreme Court's tariff decision.
Foreign minister: Iran has the right to "nuclear energy, including enrichment"
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran has "every right to enjoy a peaceful nuclear energy, including enrichment" as the U.S. pushes for a deal on its nuclear program.
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As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
Defense attorneys build mapping tool to track Justice Dept. "weaponization"
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NASA to start slow-moving process returning moon rocket to hangar this week
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
Foreign minister: Iran has the right to "nuclear energy, including enrichment"
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran has "every right to enjoy a peaceful nuclear energy, including enrichment" as the U.S. pushes for a deal on its nuclear program.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 22, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer join Margaret Brennan.
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Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
Will Americans get refunds after Trump's tariffs were overturned by the Supreme Court?
While the Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration's emergency tariffs, experts said it could take years for businesses to get refunds.
Fried rice sold at Trader Joe's recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall involves 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products shipped to Trader Joe's locations nationwide and to retailers in Canada.
The latest GDP data isn't as bad as it looks. Here's what to know.
A simple reason explains why U.S. economic growth seemed to hit a wall in the final three months of the year.
Walmart and other big companies say tariffs are forcing them to hike prices
Large U.S. retailers say the Trump administration tariffs are forcing them to hike customer prices to offset higher costs.
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Defense attorneys build mapping tool to track Justice Dept. "weaponization"
A defense lawyers group has posted a tracking tool to enable users to check on the status of some of the controversial prosecutions attempted by DOJ in the first year of Trump's second term.
Foreign minister: Iran has the right to "nuclear energy, including enrichment"
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran has "every right to enjoy a peaceful nuclear energy, including enrichment" as the U.S. pushes for a deal on its nuclear program.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 22, 2026
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Greer says White House expects to "stand by" trade deals after SCOTUS ruling
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said "stand by" the trade deal agreements it has signed with its partners despite the Supreme Court's tariff decision.
Huckabee's remarks on Israel and Middle East were taken out of context, embassy says
U.S. ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, made his comments during an interview with conservative commentator Tucker Carlson that aired Friday.
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As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
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How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook talks with David Oshinsky, author of "Polio: An American Story," and with violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman, who contracted polio as a child, about how parents opting out of vaccinations for their children could affect polio rates here.
Robots can help amid nursing home staffing crisis
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After leader killed, what does future hold for powerful Jalisco cartel?
Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes — also known as "El Mencho" — had a $15 million U.S. bounty on his head.
The violent history of "El Mencho," the cartel leader killed in Mexico
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Winter Olympics closing ceremony celebrates athletes and Italian art in Verona
The Milan Cortina Olympics ended Sunday with a closing ceremony inside the ancient Roman amphitheater, Verona Arena.
Foreign minister: Iran has the right to "nuclear energy, including enrichment"
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran has "every right to enjoy a peaceful nuclear energy, including enrichment" as the U.S. pushes for a deal on its nuclear program.
Violence erupts after Mexican cartel leader "El Mencho" killed in federal operation
Mexico's Ministry of Defense security forces killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," in a military operation.
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Rose Byrne on playing a woman at the end of her rope in "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You"
The Australian-born actress earned an Academy Award nomination for her powerful performance as a mother stretched to the limits.
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Rose Byrne on "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You"
Australian-born actress Rose Byrne earned an Academy Award nomination for her powerful performance in the drama "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You," playing a mother stretched to the limits. She talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about playing a woman losing all sense of control. Byrne also discusses her early years in Hollywood and the help she received from fellow Aussie Heath Ledger; and how she branched off from working in dramas like the TV series "Damages," to comedies like "Bridesmaids."
Passage: In memoriam
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The legacy of the Studio Museum in Harlem
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Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
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Mark Zuckerberg grilled in court
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
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Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
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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.
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After leader killed, what does future hold for powerful Jalisco cartel?
Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes — also known as "El Mencho" — had a $15 million U.S. bounty on his head.
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Cellphone app, security video critical in helping solve teen's murder
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Ex-Army recruiter blamed wife for his demotion. Did he kill her for revenge?
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Former "American Idol" contestant charged in wife's murder in Ohio
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NASA to start slow-moving process returning moon rocket to hangar this week
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
NASA's moon rocket hit by new problem, flight pushed to April
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Report criticizes NASA Boeing Starliner trip
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Cosmologist on UFO files
President Trump has ordered the release of all government documents related to aliens, UFOs and extraterrestrial life. It comes after former President Barack Obama addressed the topic earlier this week and said aliens are real, a statement which he later modified. CBS News contributor Janna Levin has more details.
NASA targets March 6 for Artemis II moonshot
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Milano Cortina Winter Olympics come to an end
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Team USA wins men's hockey gold in overtime
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Russia launches another attack on Ukraine
Russia fired scores of missiles and drones at targets across Ukraine Sunday. Holly Williams is in Kyiv with more.
U.S.-Iran tensions continuing to rise
The United States stands at the brink of a major conflict in the Middle East with the Iranian regime grappling with domestic discontent and the threat of U.S. strikes. Charlie D'Agata reports.
"El Mencho" killed in military operation
Mexican security forces killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," during an operation in the western state of Jalisco, Mexico's Ministry of Defense said Sunday. Violent clashes erupted in parts of western Mexico amid the operation. Americans caught in the chaos have been told to shelter in place. Willie James Inman reports.