Inmate named John Kennedy makes daring escape from prison
A 22-year-old inmate named for the late John F. Kennedy escaped from Peru's most crowded prison, and video of the jailbreak has gone viral.
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Fugitive wanted over deadly prison escape caught on tropical island
Police arrested a fugitive on the tropical holiday island of Phuket over a deadly prison breakout that freed a notorious drug lord nicknamed "The Fly."
Man who escaped Puerto Rico prison in 1987 is caught in Florida
A man who escaped from a Puerto Rican prison in 1987 has been arrested in Fort Myers, Florida, where authorities say he had been living under a different name.
Accused rapist gets 95 years for sex abuse images, prison van escape
Sean Williams, who is accused of drugging and sexually assaulting dozens of women, was sentenced for child sex abuse images and an escape from an inmate transport van.
Fugitive known as "The Fly" caught months after deadly prison escape
Two guards were killed when armed assailants helped Mohamed Amra escape from a prison convoy last May, prompting a high-profile search.
Former soldier who spied for Iran and escaped prison is sentenced
Daniel Khalife's spying case had not received much attention until he broke out of prison on the underbelly of a food delivery truck.
Attempted murder suspect escapes through jail's ventilation system
An inmate escaped custody over the weekend in North Carolina, apparently fleeing a county jail through the building's ventilation system, authorities said.
13 prisoners escape after drunk detective opens cells, police say
All but two of the 15 suspects in the jail at the time escaped when the cells were opened on the morning, police said.
"Desperate" killer who escaped from Mississippi prison is recaptured
Authorities in Mississippi say a "desperate" and "very dangerous" convicted murderer, Drew Johnson, is back in custody after escaping from prison Tuesday.
Almost 130 killed in attempted prison escape in Congo, authorities say
Officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say at least 129 people were killed, mostly in a stampede, during an attempted prison escape in Kinshasa.
Officials accused of trying to sabotage Interpol system to tip off fugitives
The joint sting by Interpol and the FBI uncovered an international criminal organization suspected of cybercrime, officials said.
Manhunt for escaped inmate after officers killed in prison van attack
Assailants killed 2 prison convoy officers, springing the inmate they were escorting. France's prime minister vowed the suspects "will pay."
2 officers killed, inmate escapes in attack on prison van in France
French officials say "all means are being used to find" an escaped convict and the heavily armed assailants who attacked the vehicle that had been carrying him to prison.
Inmate escapes jail, then fatally struck by hit-and-run driver
Matthew Ornellas Jr. scaled a fence with razor wire, and officers gave chase but lost sight of him when he entered a dense brush area, officials said.
Escaped inmate, accomplice suspected in 2 slayings
An Idaho inmate who escaped custody this week is suspected, along with his accomplice, in the murders of two men while they were on the run. Investigators say the inmate deliberately injured himself in prison to get taken to a hospital Wednesday, and when he was about to be transported back, his accomplice opened fire on corrections officers. Carter Evans has the latest.
Idaho police: Fugitives may have killed 2 men
Idaho police on Thursday captured a violent escaped convict and his alleged accomplice who were on the run. Officers are investigating two homicides that could be potentially linked to the pair. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Escaped Idaho inmate and accomplice in custody
A man suspected of opening fire on corrections officers while helping an inmate escape from a Boise hospital is in custody, authorities announced Thursday, along with the escaped inmate. Two homicides committed in the last day in the state are also under investigation as possibly being connected to the two suspects. Carter Evans has the latest.
Escaped inmate, accomplice captured in Idaho
Idaho officials announced the capture of an escaped inmate and his accomplice in Boise on Thursday. Three corrections officers were shot early Wednesday after the inmate and accomplice escaped from a hospital.
Gunman shoots officers during inmate's escape
Authorities are searching for a gunman who shot and wounded two corrections officers while they were transporting an inmate Tuesday night from a hospital in Boise, Idaho. A third officer was accidentally shot by responding Boise police. The gunman and the inmate are believed to have escaped together, officials said. The wounded officers are expected to survive. Elise Preston reports.
Escaped inmate Shane Pryor captured by U.S. Marshals after 5 days on the run
U.S. Marshals captured Shane Pryor, the 17-year-old escaped prisoner, Sunday night in Philadelphia with the help of a Target employee.
Search continues for escaped Arkansas inmates
Authorities are searching for two inmates who escaped from a detention center in Arkansas, one of whom was being held on suspicion of murder.
Police searching for prisoner who escaped CHOP; teen might be driving stolen truck
The 17-year-old inmate, Shane Pryor, escaped from CHOP's ER parking lot on Wednesday, according to police.
Murder suspect sentenced after Pennsylvania jail escape
Michael Burham escaped from Warren County jail in northwestern Pennsylvania last year and was on the run for more than a week before a pet dog led to his recapture.
Mom helped convicted sex offender escape prison with disguise, officials say
Robert Yancy Jr., 39, was captured after two civilians recognized him and called police, officials said.
Teenage murder suspect escapes jail for the second time in 2 weeks
Two teenagers charged with first-degree murder escaped a juvenile jail in Louisiana on Saturday. One had already fled the jail earlier this month.
Watch Live: Trump to speak at U.S.-Saudi investment summit today
President Trump is set to deliver remarks Tuesday at a U.S.-Saudi investment summit, as he marks his first international trip of his second term.
Kim Kardashian takes stand in Paris trial over 2016 armed robbery
Kim Kardashian took the witness stand at the Paris trial of 10 people who stand accused over a 2016 robbery in the French capital during which she was held at gunpoint.
UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty steps down as insurer suspends outlook
Andrew Witty will step down from his position as UnitedHealth's CEO for personal reasons, insurer says in surprise announcement.
Biden evaluated after "small nodule" found on prostate
Further testing would be needed to determine if a nodule points to prostate cancer or is benign, meaning noncancerous.
Trump's "big, beautiful bill" faces major test as House panels iron out details
The Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Agriculture committees will hammer out details on Medicaid and nutritional assistance spending and tax cuts.
French actor Gérard Depardieu convicted of sexual assault
French cinema icon Gérard Depardieu has been found guilty of sexually assaulting two women during the filming of Les Volets Verts (The Green Shutters) in Paris in 2021.
Officials drop traffic charges that led ICE to arrest 19-year-old Georgia teen
Ximena Arias Cristobal, who is in the country without authorization, was taken into ICE custody earlier this month after a traffic stop in Dalton, Georgia, where she lives with her family.
Shopping tips to save you money amid ever-changing tariff policies
A shopping expert shares tips for consumers on how to save money amid tariff uncertainty.
Here's what to know about the GOP's proposed Medicaid work requirements
A House Republican bill would require Medicaid recipients to work, volunteer or be enrolled in school for at least 80 hours a month.
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U.S.-China tariff truce offers relief — and plenty of uncertainty
Here's what an agreement by the U.S. and China to suspend steep tariffs for 90 days means for consumers, businesses and the economy.
White House announces "largest defense sales agreement in history" with Saudi Arabia
President Trump is set to deliver remarks Tuesday at a U.S.-Saudi investment summit, as he marks his first international trip of his second term.
3 people fall to their deaths while rock climbing in Washington state
Three rock climbers fell to their deaths in Washington state, authorities said. Investigators believe their equipment failed as they were descending a ravine.
Inflation rate rose by 2.3% in April, CPI report shows. Here's what it means.
The CPI report was cooler than expected, although inflation is still higher than the Federal Reserve's 2% annual goal.
UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty steps down as insurer suspends outlook
Andrew Witty is stepping down from his position as UnitedHealth's CEO for personal reasons, insurer says in surprise announcement.
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U.S.-China tariff truce offers relief — and plenty of uncertainty
Here's what an agreement by the U.S. and China to suspend steep tariffs for 90 days means for consumers, businesses and the economy.
Inflation rate rose by 2.3% in April, CPI report shows. Here's what it means.
The CPI report was cooler than expected, although inflation is still higher than the Federal Reserve's 2% annual goal.
UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty steps down as insurer suspends outlook
Andrew Witty is stepping down from his position as UnitedHealth's CEO for personal reasons, insurer says in surprise announcement.
Shopping tips to save you money amid ever-changing tariff policies
A shopping expert shares tips for consumers on how to save money amid tariff uncertainty.
Trump family's bitcoin mining venture to go public — as Trump crypto interests grow
The president's son Eric Trump says he wants to create "the most investable Bitcoin accumulation platform in the market."
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White House announces "largest defense sales agreement in history" with Saudi Arabia
President Trump is set to deliver remarks Tuesday at a U.S.-Saudi investment summit, as he marks his first international trip of his second term.
Biden was evaluated after "small nodule" found on prostate
Further testing would be needed to determine if a nodule points to prostate cancer or is benign, meaning noncancerous.
Trump's "big, beautiful bill" faces major test as House panels iron out details
The Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Agriculture committees will hammer out details on Medicaid and nutritional assistance spending and tax cuts.
Newsom promised universal health care. He didn't expect it to be so expensive.
Gov. Gavin Newsom dramatically expanded California's Medicaid program, but after six years in office, the Democrat is forced to contemplate deep cuts.
Officials drop traffic charges that led ICE to arrest 19-year-old Georgia teen
Ximena Arias Cristobal, who is in the country without authorization, was taken into ICE custody earlier this month after a traffic stop in Dalton, Georgia, where she lives with her family.
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Newsom promised universal health care. He didn't expect it to be so expensive.
Gov. Gavin Newsom dramatically expanded California's Medicaid program, but after six years in office, the Democrat is forced to contemplate deep cuts.
Inside the first U.S. medical school incorporating AI into its program
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City has become the first in the nation to incorporate AI into its doctor training program.
Zepbound tops Wegovy for weight loss in study comparing the drugs
Those who take tirzepatide, the drug sold as Zepbound and Mounjaro, could lose more weight than those who take semaglutide, known as Ozempic and Wegovy, according to new research.
Influencer helps fight against some food dyes
This week, the FDA approved three new natural food color additives, a big step in the Trump administration's push to phase out petroleum-based dyes. Adam Yamaguchi has the story.
Their 3 kids kept getting sick. A new gene therapy offered hope
Alicia and Jon Langenhop's three children were each diagnosed with a rare disorder. A clinical trial was "a no-brainer."
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U.S.-China tariff truce offers relief — and plenty of uncertainty
Here's what an agreement by the U.S. and China to suspend steep tariffs for 90 days means for consumers, businesses and the economy.
Universe will die "much sooner than expected," researchers say
The universe is poised to die much faster than previously thought, according to new research by Dutch scientists.
Kim Kardashian takes stand in Paris trial over 2016 armed robbery
Kim Kardashian took the witness stand at the Paris trial of 10 people who stand accused over a 2016 robbery in the French capital during which she was held at gunpoint.
U.S. returns trove of rare smuggled artifacts to Egypt, officials say
The collection includes sarcophagus lids, a Greco-Roman portrait and fragments of what is believed to be a temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
French actor Gérard Depardieu convicted of sexual assault
French cinema icon Gérard Depardieu has been found guilty of sexually assaulting two women during the filming of Les Volets Verts (The Green Shutters) in Paris in 2021.
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Darren Criss on Tony nods
Darren Criss joins CBS Mornings to discuss his sci-fi love story role in "Maybe Happy Ending," the Broadway show earning critical acclaim and 10 Tony Award nominations.
Oprah Winfrey reveals new book club pick
Only on "CBS Mornings," Oprah announces "The Emperor of Gladness" as her latest book club selection, calling it "one of the best books" she's ever read. She and author Ocean Vuong sit down to discuss the novel's power.
Kim Kardashian takes stand in Paris trial over 2016 armed robbery
Kim Kardashian took the witness stand at the Paris trial of 10 people who stand accused over a 2016 robbery in the French capital during which she was held at gunpoint.
French actor Gérard Depardieu convicted of sexual assault
French cinema icon Gérard Depardieu has been found guilty of sexually assaulting two women during the filming of Les Volets Verts (The Green Shutters) in Paris in 2021.
Tory Lanez attacked in prison while serving time for shooting Megan Thee Stallion
Rapper Tory Lanez was hospitalized after he was attacked at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi, where he is serving his 10-year sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020.
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Growing number of college students turn to AI
A growing number of college students are reportedly turning to artificial intelligence for help with their coursework, but researchers are warning about the potential negative effects of relying on the technology. James Walsh, features writer for New York Magazine's Intelligencer, spoke with students and professors about the use of AI and joins CBS News to unpack his reporting.
Here's how to file a claim in Apple's $95 million Siri settlement
Look for an email with the subject, "Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement," which will allow you to make a claim.
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.
The road toward more driverless cars
Waymo operates self-driving taxis in four cities, and is soon expanding to a dozen more, as Tesla and Amazon have had delays with their robo-taxi services. But the Google-owned Waymo must still overcome resistance from the public over stepping into an autonomous vehicle. Correspondent David Pogue reports on how the company is trying to avoid bumps in the road.
Extended interview: Bill Gates
In a wide-ranging, exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil, Bill Gates opens up about the end of his career, the future of artificial intelligence, the eventual closing of his foundation, President Trump and more.
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Universe will die "much sooner than expected," researchers say
The universe is poised to die much faster than previously thought, according to new research by Dutch scientists.
Some U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
A new study shows the land under some of the largest cities in the U.S. is sinking. "Land subsidence" is the gradual setting or sudden sinking of the Earth's surface, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Manoochehr Shirzaei, a co-author of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Rare New Zealand snail filmed laying egg from its neck
The strange reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous New Zealand snail were once shrouded in mystery. Now, footage of the snail laying an egg from its neck has been captured for the first time.
15 years after BP oil spill, Louisiana coast marine recovery still ongoing
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the region when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf.
Remains of 5,000-year-old "elite woman" found at former garbage dump
The mummy was found in Aspero, a sacred site within the city of Caral that was a garbage dump for over 30 years until becoming an archaeological site in the 1990s.
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Kim Kardashian at jewelry heist trial
Reality star Kim Kardashian is testifying in Paris about the 2016 jewelry heist at her hotel room. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi breaks down the latest in the case.
Chiefs superfan "ChiefsAholic" gets 32 years in prison for bank robbery
Xaviar Babudar's sentence will be carried out after he finishes serving time in federal prison for a string of bank robberies.
Sean "Diddy" Combs trial continues
Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking trial continues in New York City, and witnesses began taking the stand after opening statements concluded. His ex-girlfriend, singer Cassie Ventura, is expected to testify. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Kim Kardashian takes stand in Paris trial over 2016 armed robbery
Kim Kardashian took the witness stand at the Paris trial of 10 people who stand accused over a 2016 robbery in the French capital during which she was held at gunpoint.
U.S. Olympic gold medalist arrested in prostitution sting
Kyle Snyder paid an undercover officer money at a hotel and requested a sexual act, police said.
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Webb telescope captures images of Jupiter's auroras in stunning detail
Jupiter's stunning auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth, as pictured in new images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.
May's full flower moon appears today. Here's how and when to see it.
May's full flower moon will light up the night sky.
Soviet-era spacecraft plunges back to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit
Kosmos 482 was launched by the then-Soviet Union in 1972 as part of a series of missions bound for Venus. But this one never made it out of orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.
Soviet spacecraft plunging back to Earth
A Soviet-era spacecraft that was meant to land on Venus in 1972 is plunging back to Earth. Marlon Sorge, an executive director at The Aerospace Corporation, joins CBS News with what to expect.
Soviet spacecraft is plunging back to Earth 53 years after launch
A Soviet-era spacecraft meant to land on Venus a half century ago is expected to plunge uncontrolled back to Earth within days.
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