Opioid "alternative" kratom actually contains opioids, FDA says
FDA analysis makes it more likely that the supplement kratom, which has been linked to 44 deaths, could be banned by the federal government
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Too big to prosecute
A 60 Minutes/Washington Post joint investigation into the DEA's response to the opioid epidemic again finds investigators who hit a brick wall in Washington
Opioid epidemic follow-up
The inside story of how the DEA’s biggest opioid case ever was bargained away by government lawyers
Feds announce new measures to crack down on fentanyl
The new actions come after the president's declaration that the nation's opioid crisis is a public health emergency
Record haul of drugs collected at DEA event, officials say
About 912,305 pounds -- or 456 tons -- of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs were turned in
U.S. urges Mexico to tackle "increase" in heroin trafficking
DEA's annual Drug Threat Assessment says Mexican heroin accounted for 93 percent of the drug tested in U.S. markets in 2015
Why 60 Minutes' story on the DEA made Americans so angry
Since 60 Minutes aired a bombshell investigation on how Congress helped fuel the opioid crisis, there’s been a whirlwind of public reaction
The Whistleblower
Whistleblower Joe Rannazzisi says drug distributors pumped opioids into U.S. communities -- knowing that people were dying -- and says industry lobbyists and Congress derailed the DEA's efforts to stop it
Opioid report reverberates across Washington
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, says he's horrified that a bill everyone approved made the epidemic worse
Trump says he'll look into nominee for drug czar
Trump reacts to "60 Minutes" report on opioid crisis
County sues drug companies over opioid epidemic
Suit claims drug companies played a role in the skyrocketing number of opioid overdoses
DEA responds to explosive "60 Minutes"/Washington Post report about opioid crisis
DEA says drug epidemic is a top priority but its efforts may have been undermined by the so-called "revolving door" culture in Washington
Meet 60 Minutes' DEA whistleblower
Why has the country's opioid problem become a national emergency? A high-ranking whistleblower from the DEA explains how the drug industry--and Congress--fueled an epidemic
Acting DEA chief stepping down
Chuck Rosenberg was appointed by then-President Obama and has been critical of President Trump at times
Promise tracker: Is Trump keeping his word on opioids?
Keeping track of the president's actions on to combat the opioid epidemic
Fentanyl bust uncovers "enough to kill half the population of NYC"
Twenty pounds of drugs were found in an apartment building overlooking Central Park
Acting DEA chief sends staff memo repudiating Trump's remarks on use of force
Chuck Rosenberg, who is also a close friend of James Comey, penned memo after Trump "condoned police misconduct" in speech last week
Sessions announces "largest health care fraud takedown" in U.S. history
DOJ, Department of Health and Human Services charge 412 defendants with health care fraud, including 120 for opioid-related crimes
Proposed cuts put Sessions in awkward situation
The Attorney General is set to speak at a conference co-sponsored by an anti-drug program on the chopping block
Did NFL doctors and trainers push painkillers on players?
A lawsuit filed against all 32 NFL teams says doctors and trainers abuse the use of powerful painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs
The man behind the marijuana ban
Long before Richard Nixon declared the "war on drugs," there was a man named Harry Anslinger who started it all
DEA chief Chuck Rosenberg on America's "growing" opioid problem
Acting administrator explains agency's efforts to curtail growing public health problemd
DEA halts plan to ban natural opioid alternative kratom
Advocates say kratom can be used as a nonaddictive painkiller or can help wean people off other, addictive pain medications
Dozens of Ohio overdoses blamed on heroin mixed with elephant tranquilizer
Carfentanil is an opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl and 10,000 times more potent than morphine
Feds decide whether to loosen restrictions on marijuana
Petitions aim to loosen classification of marijuana as dangerous drug with no medical use
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, found dead in their Los Angeles home
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
At least 15 killed in targeted attack on Jewish Australians, police say
At least 15 people were killed at a Jewish gathering on Australia's Bondi Beach, according to Australian government officials and police. One of two gunmen was also dead.
Person of interest released after questioning in Brown University shooting
Two people were killed and nine more wounded in the Saturday afternoon shooting in a building on Brown University campus in Rhode Island, authorities said.
7 highlights from Erika Kirk's CBS News town hall
Erika Kirk recalls the emotional fog of Charlie Kirk's assassination, addresses conspiracy theories and takes questions during a CBS News town hall hosted by Bari Weiss.
Germany, driven by war in Ukraine, rearms its military
Germany is stepping up military recruiting and investing in everything from drones to spy cockroaches to build up its defense.
Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
Daniel Hodges, a D.C. metropolitan police officer, says he's trying to block the whitewashing of the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.
Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong pro-democracy activist, convicted in landmark trial
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, an outspoken critic of Beijing, was convicted in a landmark national security trial. He faces a possible life sentence.
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by ICE
Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar said federal immigration agents pulled over her son on Saturday and asked him to prove his citizenship.
Machado says "I absolutely support President Trump's strategy" on Venezuela
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado said she's "absolutely" supportive of President Trump's strategy in the country.
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Man suspected of killing wife in California extradited to U.S. from Peru
Jossimar Cabrera, suspected of killing his wife and dumping her body in a Southern California forest has been extradited back to the U.S. from Peru to face a murder charge, L.A. officials say.
Merriam-Webster's dictionary names its 2025 word of the year
"Slop," which refers to creepy, zany and demonstrably fake content, has landed the title of Merriam-Webster's 2025 word of the year.
Erika Kirk and Candace Owens to meet Monday
Erika Kirk said on X that she and Candace Owens would have a "private, in-person meeting" Monday.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, found dead in their Los Angeles home
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
Daniel Hodges, a D.C. metropolitan police officer, says he's trying to block the whitewashing of the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.
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A guide to "Made in America" holiday gifts, state by state
The Made in America Holiday Gift Guide, promoting products made in the U.S., includes more than 150 companies from all 50 states. For small business owners, being included in this year's gift guide feels close to a Christmas miracle.
What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
In 2025, more than 1.1 million Americans were laid off from their jobs, the most since the COVID pandemic, even as corporate profits remain high. Business experts discuss the reasons why companies resort to layoffs.
Law prof sues Boeing, alleging exposure to toxic fumes on Delta flight
A Temple University law professor alleges in a suit that he breathed in contaminated air on a Boeing craft, leaving him physically impaired.
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
U.S. could owe businesses $168B if Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs
A ruling striking down emergency levies could force the federal government to return most of the tariff revenue it has collected this year, according to Penn Wharton.
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Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
Daniel Hodges, a D.C. metropolitan police officer, says he's trying to block the whitewashing of the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado and Sen. Bill Cassidy join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett tthat aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by ICE
Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar said federal immigration agents pulled over her son on Saturday and asked him to prove his citizenship.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
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Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
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Gang using helicopters to smuggle drugs busted in Spain
Police seized one of the helicopters, 1,448 pounds of hashish, five firearms, cash and vehicles during raids.
Remains of ancient king's temple dedicated to sun god found in Egypt
An archaeological team has uncovered for the first time more than half of the temple, long buried under River Nile sediment.
Man suspected of killing wife in California extradited to U.S. from Peru
Jossimar Cabrera, suspected of killing his wife and dumping her body in a Southern California forest has been extradited back to the U.S. from Peru to face a murder charge, L.A. officials say.
Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong pro-democracy activist, convicted in landmark trial
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, an outspoken critic of Beijing, was convicted in a landmark national security trial. He faces a possible life sentence.
Australia terror attack raises questions about police preparedness
The deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney comes amid a significant spike in antisemitic rhetoric and attacks in Australia.
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Rob Reiner and wife found dead in their Los Angeles home: What to know
Hollywood director and actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were found dead inside their Los Angeles home Sunday, sources told CBS News, in what police are investigating as an apparent homicide.
Yuletide Carolers keeping tradition alive
A Pew Research Center poll finds nearly 80% of Americans put up Christmas trees, but only 16% go Christmas caroling as adults. Jericka Duncan met a group of singers sharing some favorites while spreading yuletide cheer.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, found dead in their Los Angeles home
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on the musical alchemy of "Song Sung Blue"
In their new movie, "Song Sung Blue," Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson play Mike and Claire Sardina, the real-life musical impersonators from Milwaukee who sang as the Neil Diamond tribute act Lightning & Thunder.
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on "Song Sung Blue"
In their new movie, "Song Sung Blue," Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson play Mike and Claire Sardina, the real-life musical impersonators who sang as Neil Diamond and Patsy Cline. Jackman reveals to Tracy Smith how he "discovered" his co-star (watching her sing on "CBS Sunday Morning"!) and their shared chemistry, while Hudson talks about playing a less glamorous role.
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What's next after Trump's AI rule order?
President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
College grads struggling to launch careers
New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor's upcoming book "How to Start" looks at the difficulties of beginning your career. Kantor joins "The Takeout" to unpack some of the difficulties college students face, artificial intelligence and more.
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.
Trump targets state regulations for AI
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday that aims to prevent states from enforcing their own regulations on artificial intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump signs order to block state AI rules
Stocks dipped lower on Friday as tech and AI companies came under pressure from President Trump. He signed an executive order on Thursday to stop state regulation of artificial intelligence, arguing that a patchwork set of rules could hold the U.S. back from dominating the competition. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Gang using helicopters to smuggle drugs busted in Spain
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Man suspected of killing wife in California extradited to U.S. from Peru
Jossimar Cabrera, suspected of killing his wife and dumping her body in a Southern California forest has been extradited back to the U.S. from Peru to face a murder charge, L.A. officials say.
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, found dead in their Los Angeles home
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
Australia terror attack raises questions about police preparedness
The deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney comes amid a significant spike in antisemitic rhetoric and attacks in Australia.
At least 15 killed in Australia attack
A mass shooting on a beach in Australia has killed at least 15 people with dozens more injured. Police say it was a terrorist attack coming at the start of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. CBS' Tina Kraus reports.
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"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
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"This is Rob Reiner" | 60 Minutes Archive
American entertainment giant Rob Reiner spoke with Lesley Stahl this past October about the bold choices he made to launch his directing career—a career that would go on to include American cultural touchstones including "A Few Good Men" and "When Harry Met Sally," among many others. Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner were found deceased at their home in Los Angeles.
Rob Reiner (1994) | 60 Minutes Archive
60 Minutes first profiled filmmaker Rob Reiner in 1994. Steve Kroft spoke with the director, screenwriter and actor about growing up the son of Carl Reiner, playing the role of "Meathead" and more. Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele Singer Reiner were found deceased at their home in Los Angeles on Sunday.
Brown University person of interest released
A person of interest who had been detained overnight in connection with the deadly shooting at Brown University is being released, officials said Sunday night.
Rob Reiner found dead | Special Report
Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were found dead Sunday in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide. Rob Reiner was 78 and Michele Reiner was 68. Carissa Lawson reports.
Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, found dead
Director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were found dead in their home Sunday, sources told CBS News. CBS News Los Angeles reports.