DEA and marijuana
The DEA has declined to remove marijuana from its list of dangerous drugs in the United States. However, the administration will be increasing research. Don Dahler has more.
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DEA marijuana decision
The DEA rejected an attempt to loosen federal marijuana restrictions, but will allow more medical research. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid explains the significance of this decision.
Regulating marijuana
CBS News' Tony Dokoupil asks New Yorkers what they think of the DEA's decision to keep marijuana classified as a schedule 1 drug, in the same category as heroin and LSD.
The Drug Enforcement Agency has apparently spent $86 million on a surveillance plane that has yet to fly
The Drug Enforcement Agency has apparently spent $86 million on a surveillance plane that has yet to fly. The agency's inspector general says the plane was also over budget four times. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN from Washington to explain.
The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dozens of doctors, pharmacies and distributors throughout West Virginia are being investigated by the DEA due to a painkiller problem
Dozens of doctors, pharmacies and distributors throughout West Virginia are being investigated by the DEA due to a painkiller problem. West Virginia leads the nation in overdose deaths. Jim Axelrod has more.
There is speculation that the latest escape of Mexican drug lord "El Chapo" was an inside job
There is speculation that the latest escape of Mexican drug lord "El Chapo" was an inside job. Former DEA regional director in Mexico David Gaddis joins CBSN with his take on Joaquin Guzman's prison break.
They face money laundering and wire fraud charges
Carl Force, a former special agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration, and Shaun Bridges, who was a Secret Service member, are accused of benefiting from the criminal website, Silk Road. Users could buy and sell illegal drugs using bitcoins. They face money laundering and wire fraud charges. Chip Reid reports with the details of the indictment.
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Whistleblowers: DEA attorneys went easy on McKesson, the country’s largest drug distributor; then, rejecting hate, after spending nearly a decade spreading it; and, saving rhino with helicopters
Legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the case
The Drug Enforcement Agency is being accused of violating a woman's right to privacy. It is accused of creating a fake Facebook profile using the photos and information from a woman's cell phone. Legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the case.
After a nationwide crackdown Wednesday, CBS News national correspondent Jan Crawford reports on a suspected link between the drugs and terror groups
After a nationwide crackdown Wednesday, CBS News national correspondent Jan Crawford reports on a suspected link between the drugs and terror groups.
DEA recruits cite "monkey noises" among claims of racism
The DEA has received a string of recent complaints describing a culture of racial discrimination at its training academy.
Ex-Mexican army chief arrested just after he entered U.S.
General Salvador Cienfuegos is reportedly being held on drug trafficking and money laundering charges.
DEA shows off record meth bust
Federal authorities on Wednesday showed off results of Southern California raids early this month that led to the biggest domestic seizure of methamphetamine in U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration history. The 2,224 pounds of meth was seized Oct.. 2 during an investigation of a drug-trafficking organization.
Largest meth bust in DEA history made in California
The 2,224 pounds of meth was seized during an investigation of a drug-trafficking organization with ties to the Sinaloa cartel.
DEA authorized huge growth of opioid supply
According to an Inspector General's report, the Drug Enforcement Administration authorized a surge in opioid production for years, despite the rise of overdose deaths in the United States. Washington Post reporter Lenny Bernstein joins CBSN to explain the findings.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Acting DEA Administrator Uttam Dhillon joined CBSN to discuss the Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, and how the agency is working to combat the devastating opioid epidemic.
Ruthless Mexican cartel is "taking over everywhere"
Mexico's fastest-rising cartel, the Jalisco New Generation gang, has a reputation for ruthlessness and violence unlike any since the fall of the old Zetas cartel.
Feds announce major crackdown on infamous Mexican drug cartel
Project Python targeted members of the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación, led by the drug lord known as "El Mencho."
DEA says it will expand marijuana research
The Justice Department said it will take action on applications to add more growers for marijuana research
Dramatic video shows Coast Guard nabbing drug smugglers on submarine
The video, just released by the Coast Guard, shows the U.S. Coast Guard forcibly boarding a homemade submarine allegedly carrying thousand of pounds of drugs
How Prince William helped bust a major wildlife trafficking ring
Charges against four "big fish" represent the 1st major success for a whole new way of thinking about the illegal wildlife trade
Book excerpt: Don Winslow's "The Border"
The bestselling author of "The Cartel" and "The Power of the Dog" concludes his trilogy about America's war on drugs
Pence tells DEA border wall necessary to prevent trafficking
Mike Pence tells DEA employees "you fight for us every day" in speech at agency's headquarters
Trump's former drug czar nominee to retire from Congress this month
GOP Rep. Tom Marino will retire at the end of the month, just two months after he was re-elected
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2 U.S. service members killed in Jordan defending against Iranian attacks
In addition to the two U.S. service members killed, another is currently missing in action, U.S. Central Command said on Saturday.
Northeast, Mid-Atlantic under tornadoes and flood risk as wildfire smoke lingers
A severe weather threat is in effect from the Ohio Valley through the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
Voter data Trump claimed China obtained is easy to get in most states
President Trump called China's acquisition of voter information "the largest compromise of election data in history." In 20 states, anyone can get this information with a simple public request.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia kill at least 9, injure over 60
Kyiv's forces are continuing their relentless aerial campaign against energy infrastructure and military targets inside Russia.
Trump threatens Canada with higher tariffs over wildfire smoke
President Trump threatened more tariffs on Canada for wildfires that have blanketed large parts of the Midwest and East Coast in smoke in recent days.
House panel probing Epstein asked Leon Black about birthday book, their friendship
Billionaire Leon Black, who paid Epstein $158 million for tax advice, was subpoenaed for a second interview with the House Oversight Committee in September.
What to know about Trump's claim that over 250K noncitizens are registered to vote
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin sent letters to four states alleging that a combined 250,000 noncitizens were registered to vote. Elections experts caution that could be a significant overcount.
Minnesota fraud ring's alleged No. 2 appears in court after Somalia arrest
Forty-two-year-old Abdikerm Eidleh appeared in federal court in St. Paul on Friday, just weeks after he was arrested in Mogadishu.
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Northeast, Mid-Atlantic under tornadoes and flood risk as wildfire smoke lingers
A severe weather threat is in effect from the Ohio Valley through the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
DOJ says it's no longer illegal to download TikTok on federal devices
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
What to know about Trump's claim that over 250K noncitizens are registered to vote
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin sent letters to four states alleging that a combined 250,000 noncitizens were registered to vote. Elections experts caution that could be a significant overcount.
2 kidnapped Forest Service workers safe after being zip-tied, held at gunpoint
Two suspects, a father and his adult son who were allegedly armed with guns and knives, have been arrested, authorities said.
Trump threatens Canada with higher tariffs over wildfire smoke
President Trump threatened more tariffs on Canada for wildfires that have blanketed large parts of the Midwest and East Coast in smoke in recent days.
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Target recalls over 200,000 children's sandals due to choking risk
Target said it received 23 reports of the sandal's pearls falling off the shoe.
DOJ says it's no longer illegal to download TikTok on federal devices
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Boomer wealth transfer will mostly benefit the already rich, report finds
Trillions of wealth passed down by the baby boomers will likely go to younger Americans who are already rich. Here's how much they'll get.
Coca-Cola temporarily halts production of Fairlife milk after cyberattack
A cybersecurity incident has forced Coca-Cola to suspend Fairlife milk production in the U.S. An investigation is underway.
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Mexican president to attend World Cup final at Trump's invitation amid trade tensions
It will be the first meeting between President Trump and Sheinbaum since December after months of verbal sparring. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is also expected to attend.
DOJ says it's no longer illegal to download TikTok on federal devices
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
What to know about Trump's claim that over 250K noncitizens are registered to vote
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin sent letters to four states alleging that a combined 250,000 noncitizens were registered to vote. Elections experts caution that could be a significant overcount.
Trump threatens Canada with higher tariffs over wildfire smoke
President Trump threatened more tariffs on Canada for wildfires that have blanketed large parts of the Midwest and East Coast in smoke in recent days.
House panel probing Epstein asked Leon Black about birthday book, their friendship
Billionaire Leon Black, who paid Epstein $158 million for tax advice, was subpoenaed for a second interview with the House Oversight Committee in September.
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Lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Lettuce from supplier Taylor Farms was linked to a parasitic disease in an FDA investigation. The FDA advised consumers should avoid shredded iceberg lettuce distributed to Taco Bell locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia. Taco Bell said it removed the lettuce, and Taylor Farms voluntarily recalled their impacted product.
Model diagnosed with aggressive cancer after finding lump while shaving
Alison McCullough was in the best shape of her life and preparing for New York Fashion Week when she found a lump under her arm.
Mexican lettuce potential source of parasite
Authorities have traced the cyclosporiasis outbreak to Mexican-grown lettuce delivered to Taco Bell by Taylor Farms. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Taylor Farms pulls iceberg lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
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Men's mile record broken for first time since 1999
British runner Josh Kerr ran the mile in 3 minutes, 42.66 seconds on Saturday, breaking a record that has stood since 1999.
Mexican president to attend World Cup final at Trump's invitation amid trade tensions
It will be the first meeting between President Trump and Sheinbaum since December after months of verbal sparring. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is also expected to attend.
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia kill at least 9, injure over 60
Kyiv's forces are continuing their relentless aerial campaign against energy infrastructure and military targets inside Russia.
Trump threatens Canada with higher tariffs over wildfire smoke
President Trump threatened more tariffs on Canada for wildfires that have blanketed large parts of the Midwest and East Coast in smoke in recent days.
Journalist targeted by Iran says U.K.'s crackdown on IRGC is "the happiest day"
British Iranian journalist Pouria Zeraati was stabbed in what is believed to have been an Iranian state-sponsored attack in 2024.
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7/18: CBS Saturday Morning
Smoky air in parts of the U.S. as President Trump renews election interference claims. Plus, an interview with Anne Hathaway and Matt Damon.
Midland is "Shooting Memories With Tequila"
Grammy-nominated trio Midland hail from the Texas country scene. Their new album "Stages" has been praised as one of the best traditional country albums of the year. Here's Midland with "Shooting Memories With Tequila."
Midland plays "Drinkin' Problem"
Grammy-nominated trio Midland hail from the Texas country scene. Their new album "Stages" has been praised as one of the best traditional country albums of the year. Here's Midland with "Drinkin' Problem."
Midland sings "Vaquero"
Grammy-nominated trio Midland hail from the Texas country scene. Their new album "Stages" has been praised as one of the best traditional country albums of the year. Here's Midland with "Vaquero."
Anne Hathaway, Matt Damon on "The Odyssey"
"The Odyssey" co-stars Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway share their experiences working with Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan to interpret Homer's ancient poem.
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Erin Brockovich on data center regulation
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" 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.
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
Mississippi residents decry data center plant
Residents of Southaven, Mississippi, are sounding off about a data center plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area, likening the constant noise to being tortured.
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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.
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Feeding Our Future fraud ring's alleged No. 2 appears in court after Somalia arrest
Forty-two-year-old Abdikerm Eidleh appeared in federal court in St. Paul on Friday, just weeks after he was arrested in Mogadishu.
Agent in ME shooting has violent record: AP
The ICE officer who shot and killed a Maine man has a history of violent behavior, the Associated Press reports, citing interviews with family and court records. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
"Master yachtsman" fugitive captured on boat after 21 years on the run
Ronald L. Fischer, who was featured on "America's Most Wanted," fled Rhode Island during his criminal trial for first-degree sexual assault in 2005.
Journalist known as "The Jaguar" shot dead in Mexico
The state government condemned the murder of Josue Martinez, and called on prosecutors to launch a probe in order to find those responsible.
U.S. designates cartel on Texas border as foreign terrorist organization
The Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras joined six other Mexican criminal organizations that the U.S. considers terrorist groups.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
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.
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Chef Emily Yuen is putting a modern twist on traditional family recipes from Xi'an, Shanghai and Hong Kong with Yingtao, a Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant in New York City.
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Midland is "Shooting Memories With Tequila"
Grammy-nominated trio Midland hail from the Texas country scene. Their new album "Stages" has been praised as one of the best traditional country albums of the year. Here's Midland with "Shooting Memories With Tequila."
Midland plays "Drinkin' Problem"
Grammy-nominated trio Midland hail from the Texas country scene. Their new album "Stages" has been praised as one of the best traditional country albums of the year. Here's Midland with "Drinkin' Problem."
Midland sings "Vaquero"
Grammy-nominated trio Midland hail from the Texas country scene. Their new album "Stages" has been praised as one of the best traditional country albums of the year. Here's Midland with "Vaquero."