Maine farmer convicted in infamous murder case seeks new trial
Dennis Dechaine is serving a life sentence for the murder and sexual assault of Sarah Cherry, who disappeared while babysitting in 1988.
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2 endangered ferrets cloned from animal frozen in 1980s
The recent births of Noreen and Antonia are boosting hopes of diversifying the endangered species.
Woman found slain 38 years ago in California is identified
The remains of a woman found dead near a San Diego highway in 1986 have finally been identified as Maria Pilar Del Gadillo Carrillo, authorities said.
Scientists test cutting HIV out of cells
Researchers at the University of Amsterdam say they are getting closer to combating HIV by separating the virus from infected cells using CRISPR gene-editing technology. Dr. Jonathan Stoye, a virus expert at the Francis Crick Institute, joins CBS News with a look at the medical advance.
Decapitated man found by horseback rider in 1979 identified
The remains found by a boy who was horseback riding have been identified through DNA and forensic genealogy as those of Joseph Caliva.
Man convicted after DNA from gum links him to 1980 murder
Robert Plympton, 60, was found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Barbara Mae Tucker, officials said.
Remains of WWII soldier ID'd 8 decades after he was killed
Officials have identified the remains of Noah C. Reeves, a U.S. Army soldier killed in action in 1944.
How accurate are pet DNA tests?
The pet DNA test industry is on track to be worth $723 million by 2030. But how accurate are those tests? Christina Hager put the companies to the test, with some surprising results.
Scott Peterson back in court to fight murder conviction with help of L.A. Innocence Project
Convicted killer Scott Peterson appeared in a San Mateo County courtroom Tuesday morning as he fights to overturn his 2004 conviction for the murders of his pregnant wife and unborn son.
Scott Peterson appears virtually in court
Convicted killer Scott Peterson appeared virtually in a California courtroom Tuesday for a status conference hearing in his quest to overturn his 2004 conviction for the murders of his pregnant wife and their unborn son. The Los Angeles Innocence Project took up his case in January. CBS News Sacramento reporter Madisen Keavy is following the latest.
Scott Peterson back in court seeking new trial
Scott Peterson, who was convicted 20 years ago of killing his wife and their unborn child, appeared in court Tuesday to request a new trial. The Los Angeles Innocence Project has taken up Peterson's case and is requesting new advanced DNA testing on what it believes could be key pieces of evidence. Jonathan Vigliotti has the story.
1980 murder victim identified as Marine who served in Vietnam
The remains of a man found murdered in Florida in 1980 have been identified as William Irving Monroe III, a U.S. Marine who served in Vietnam.
Virginia man arrested after DNA links him to 2 women's cold case murders
Elroy Harrison, 65, has been charged with one cold case murder after forensic genetic genealogy connected him to two cold cases.
Remains identified as Oregon teen over 50 years after she went missing
The remains were identified as those of Sandra Young, who was a student at Portland's Grant High School when she disappeared.
Pregnant woman found dead in 1992 is identified: "I couldn't believe it"
The cause and manner of Murlin's death have not been determined and the investigation into her death is continuing, officials said.
DNA solves 1994 murder, leading police to suspect who died by suicide
Police said they solved the 1994 killing of Bert Allen Mann, but suspect Kenneth Robbins died before he could be arrested.
Bones found in cave could rewrite history of humans and Neanderthals
Researchers found human bones and tools hiding behind a massive rock in a German cave, the oldest traces of Homo sapiens ever discovered so far north.
Man who blamed twin brother for cold case rapes gets 140 years in prison
The man and his twin were both arrested in 2019 after advances in DNA technology finally led authorities to make headway in two rape cases from decades prior.
Remains found on serial killer's estate ID'd as man missing since 1993
Investigators believe Herbert Baumeister, a married father of three who frequented gay bars, lured men to his home and killed them.
Prehistoric "chewing gum" reveals what was on the menu for Stone Age teens
Paleontologists were able to determine that the teenagers' diet included deer, trout, hazelnuts, apple, duck and fox.
Remains of Green River Killer's 49th and final victim ID'd decades later
There are still more unsolved cases that may be linked to Gary Ridgway, officials said.
Ancient DNA helps explain why this group has higher multiple sclerosis risk
The findings come from a huge project to compare modern DNA with that culled from ancient humans' teeth and bones.
Police ID suspect in 3 cold cases, including "Colonial Parkway Murders"
The "Colonial Parkway Murders" involved the 1980s deaths of three couples and the suspected death of a fourth couple whose bodies were never recovered.
Headless body found in vineyard in 2011 identified as California woman
Ada Beth Kaplan has been identified as the woman who was discovered at a grape vineyard on March 29, 2011, officials said.
DNA technology used to confirm cotton's source
A new DNA technology is being used that can trace tiny strands of cotton from the field to the finished product. It helps consumers know what they are buying and where it was made. Ben Tracy has the details.
Hegseth's group reprimanded for noise at Tomb of Unknown Soldier
Nvidia's stock dives as board weighs move to oust Jensen Huang
Baby found buried alive, father charged with attempted murder
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