Suspected smugglers throw cocaine into ocean during Coast Guard stop
The cocaine seized, valued at more than $143 million, was among the Coast Guard's largest single interdictions in the Eastern Pacific, the agency said Monday.
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LA aims to charge dealers for fentanyl deaths
The number of overdose deaths in the U.S. has nearly doubled in the last four years to more than 112,000 in 2023. Carter Evans takes an in-depth look at how a new task force in Los Angeles is holding dealers accountable.
Dogs sniff out $10 million worth of drugs hidden in jalapeño paste
Thousands of pounds of narcotics were removed from vats of jalapeño paste that entered the U.S. last week in the back of a commercial truck, border agents said.
Colombian navy seizes 20th "narco sub" of 2023
There was enough cocaine found on board for about 8,000 doses, with an estimated value of more than $111 million, officials said.
Feds: Man carried 40 pounds of fentanyl on subway
A suspect accused of running a drug mill out of a Bronx apartment was arrested Tuesday after authorities said he rode on the New York City subway with 40 pounds of fentanyl. Lilia Luciano has more.
Secret fentanyl compartment found in day care
The NYPD announced Thursday that investigators have found a trap door with a secret compartment in the playroom of a New York City day care where a toddler died and several more children were sickened after being exposed to fentanyl last week. Two people, including the woman who ran the day care, have been arrested in the case.
CBP chief on the fight against fentanyl
In an unmarked building at an undisclosed location in California, hidden in a vault and locked behind security gates, are thousands of pounds of fentanyl and its chemical precursors seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. Nicole Sganga has more.
Florida police say they broke up drug ring selling fentanyl and xylazine
Xylazine, a powerful veterinary sedative, has been increasingly found in the U.S. drug supply.
Largest-ever "narco sub" found off Colombia
The largest-ever Colombian "narco sub" was intercepted in the Pacific Ocean, with 3 tons of cocaine found on board, authorities say.
"Pregnant" woman has 1,500 grams of cocaine hidden in rubber belly
Police said they first saw a red flag when the man and woman in the car "gave conflicting information about her 'due date.'"
Mexico finds tons of liquid meth in tequila bottles at port
The Mexican Navy says they have found 11,520 tequila bottles bound for export that actually contained concentrated liquid meth.
54 people arrested in largest meth bust in West Virginia history
"Operation Smoke and Mirrors," an eight-month long investigation, led to over 240 pounds of drugs being seized.
Coast Guard seizes $165 million worth of cocaine
A "narco sub" carrying 12,000 pounds of cocaine worth more than $165 million has been seized by the U.S. Coast Guard. The 40-foot-long vessel was heading toward the U.S. earlier this month when it was captured in the Pacific Ocean.
Routine traffic stop ends in "largest fentanyl seizure in Michigan"
Police said the vehicle's driver is believed to have been smuggling fentanyl from California to Michigan.
Texas K-9 sniffs out $1.7M worth of marijuana, mushroom-laced candy bars
The driver and his grandmother were both arrested on multiple charges.
Inside a DHS raid that uncovered possible fentanyl chemicals
Agents confiscated more than 100 pounds of precursor chemicals, with some coming from China, during an early morning raid in Tucson, Arizona.
Ex-heavyweight boxer charged with trafficking over $1 billion of cocaine
Prosecutors allege that Goran Gogic and others used "meticulous planning" to transport cocaine from Colombia to Europe through U.S. ports.
300,000 "rainbow fentanyl" pills seized in Bronx
Two men were arrested after police found a huge stash of fentanyl worth an estimated $9 million. Police say they found about 300,000 "rainbow fentanyl" pills and another 20 pounds of fentanyl in powdered form inside an apartment in the Bronx.
"Rainbow fentanyl" pills found inside Lego container, authorities say
Approximately 15,000 candy-colored pills were seized in Manhattan, according to the DEA.
Officials seize over 1 million fentanyl pills
Authorities in Arizona seized nearly 1 million fentanyl pills this week, while Colorado officials arrested a man after discovering 90,000 fentanyl pills in his car. Danya Bacchus has the latest on the nation's opioid crisis.
Fentanyl crisis plagues L.A. schools; major busts reported in Arizona, Colorado
In the Los Angeles Unified School District, the second largest in the nation, at least seven students have overdosed on possible fentanyl-laced pills in just the past month.
$11.8M of cocaine found in baby wipes shipment
Border officials in Laredo, Texas, are reporting their largest cocaine bust in 20 years. Nearly 2,000 packages of cocaine with a street value of almost $12 million were seized last week from a tractor-trailer. Smugglers labeled the shipment "baby wipes," but that didn't fool the Border Patrol's drug-sniffing dogs.
$11.8 million worth of cocaine found entering Texas, authorities say
Border patrol officers in Laredo, Texas, said the discovery marked their largest drug seizure in 20 years.
Approximately 1 million fentanyl-laced pills seized in DEA bust near L.A.
It marks the biggest seizure of fentanyl pills in California history, authorities said.
Border officials find $600K of cocaine in tires of truck allegedly carrying juice
Special agents are continuing to investigate the seizure.
Iran calls Strait of Hormuz situation "sensitive and complex" amid shaky ceasefire
Iran denied its negotiators would be meeting with U.S. officials in Qatar after President Trump announced the talks would resume at Tehran's request.
Ukrainian construction tycoon possibly targeted in Monaco explosion
French and Ukrainian media say an explosive device left in a Monaco apartment building seriously wounded construction magnate Vadym Iermolaiev and his wife.
Some Russian soldiers last just minutes on front lines, military bloggers say
Once Russian soldiers reach certain parts of the front lines of the war in Ukraine, they can expect to live an average of just 20 to 35 minutes, according to a grim estimate by Russian military bloggers.
This number helps explain why many Americans are down on the economy
American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
Heat dome to scorch major U.S. cities this week, forecasters warn
A heat wave will blast a large swath of the U.S. this week. The National Weather Service says temperatures will feel hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
CBS Chicago reporter, photographer attacked by 2 men
One of the men then smashed our photographer's camera while the other smashed the windshield of our news truck.
Woman killed, 2 injured in series of Florida alligator attacks
Officials say people and pets should keep a safe distance away from the water to limit the chances of an alligator encounter.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
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This number helps explain why many Americans are down on the economy
American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.
D.C.'s July 4th fireworks will have "TSA-style" security, won't start until late
This year's Fourth of July celebrations in D.C. — marking the nation's 250th birthday — will include hours of military flyovers and a massive fireworks display that could stretch late into the night.
Second Dan Sullivan can appear on Alaska Senate primary ballot, court rules
The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man with the same name and party as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan can challenge the sitting lawmaker in the state's Senate primary in August.
CBS Chicago journalists attacked by 3 men near Adler Planetarium
One of the men then smashed our photographer's camera while the other smashed the windshield of our news truck.
CBS News poll on America at 250 — its successes and its challenges
A big majority say the nation has succeeded in achieving its founding ideals, at least a fair amount, if not a great deal. But Americans also see a nation facing challenges today, according to CBS News' most recent poll.
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This number helps explain why many Americans are down on the economy
American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.
Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
The Trump administration says SNAP is rife with fraud and waste. Is it?
The USDA says almost 11% of SNAP payments contain errors, almost double the threshold set by Congress. Here's what is going on.
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
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D.C.'s July 4th fireworks will have "TSA-style" security, won't start until late
This year's Fourth of July celebrations in D.C. — marking the nation's 250th birthday — will include hours of military flyovers and a massive fireworks display that could stretch late into the night.
Second Dan Sullivan can appear on Alaska Senate primary ballot, court rules
The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man with the same name and party as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan can challenge the sitting lawmaker in the state's Senate primary in August.
Trump nominates Keith Sonderling as labor secretary
Sonderling was elevated to the role in an acting capacity after Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer left the position in April.
CBS News poll on America at 250 — its successes and its challenges
A big majority say the nation has succeeded in achieving its founding ideals, at least a fair amount, if not a great deal. But Americans also see a nation facing challenges today, according to CBS News' most recent poll.
Senate Ethics Committee dismisses misconduct complaint against Gallego
The bipartisan committee said it "did not find evidence that your actions violated federal law, Senate rules or related standards of conduct."
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Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
Chris Evert announces her ovarian cancer has returned
American tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer had returned in a social media post Thursday.
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Ukrainian construction tycoon possibly targeted in Monaco explosion
French and Ukrainian media say an explosive device left in a Monaco apartment building seriously wounded construction magnate Vadym Iermolaiev and his wife.
Why some Europeans resist air conditioning amid deadly heat waves
Europe has the oldest population of any continent while also warming the fastest, leading to a dangerous and deadly situation.
Some Russian soldiers last just minutes on front lines, military bloggers say
Once Russian soldiers reach certain parts of the front lines of the war in Ukraine, they can expect to live an average of just 20 to 35 minutes, according to a grim estimate by Russian military bloggers.
Putin admits Ukrainian strikes on infrastructure causing "problems" for Russia
Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russia recently, targeting energy and logistics infrastructure.
Rescue teams continue to find survivors of Venezuela earthquakes
Tens of thousands of people are still presumed to be missing after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela last week.
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Taylor Swift wedding mystery deepens
Will Taylor Swift be marrying Travis Kelce this week at Madison Square Garden? Jericka Duncan reports.
Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
Olivia Wilde, Edward Norton on "The Invite"
Olivia Wilde and Edward Norton, stars of "The Invite" preview the film, which explores the unraveling and evolution of two very different marriages over the course of an unforgettable evening. The two discuss if they brought any of their own experiences to the movie and Wilde, who also directed the film, shares why she was initially reluctant to star in it.
Preview of "The Angry Birds Movie 3"
"CBS Mornings" exclusively reveals the trailer for "The Angry Birds Movie 3." The film stars Jason Sudeikis and debuts in theaters on Dec. 23.
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U.S. eases restrictions on Mythos AI model
The Trump administration is allowing Anthropic to restore access to its Mythos 5 AI model for a select group of U.S. companies and federal agencies. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to discuss.
How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
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.
California creates AI job trend tracker
California now has the nation's first dashboard to publicly track artificial intelligence-related job trends, ones created and ones lost. As of now, early findings show no evidence of rising statewide unemployment from jobs exposed to AI. Till von Wachter, a faculty director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Gadget prices have fallen for decades. Then AI happened.
The race to build AI data centers is leading to a global shortage of memory chips, driving up the cost of personal electronics.
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NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
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Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
6 killed, suspect arrested in shooting at German youth center, police say
German police say a suspect was in custody and six were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Alex Murdaugh to return to court
Alex Murdaugh is expected back in court in South Carolina on Monday for the first time since the state Supreme Court overturned his convictions for killing his son and wife. Skyler Henry reports.
Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Michigan parents charged with murder after boy found to be 250+ pounds
Two Flint Township, Michigan, parents, are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of their 7-year-old son, who was 255 pounds and abused and neglected, according to the Genesee County prosecutor.
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NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
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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.
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High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
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High winds and temps continue to fuel major wildfire in Utah; JetBlue flight reports collision with drone while landing at JFK.
Resort staffer on evacuation from wildfire
In southern Utah, the Cottonwood Fire tore through part of Eagle Point Resort, forcing it to close. Samantha Garcia, director of marketing for Eagle Point, joins CBS News to discuss.
NASA plans for daring telescope rescue
NASA will attempt a daring space rescue mission as soon as Tuesday morning to prevent an aging telescope from falling back to Earth. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
NYT reporting on Venezuela's emergency medical system
The back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela last week knocked out power in two of the three public hospitals in the hard-hit coastal state of La Guaira, the director of the nonprofit "United Doctors of Venezuela" tells the New York Times. New York Times reporter Genevieve Glatsky joins CBS News to discuss.