Idaho governor signs firing squad execution bill into law
Idaho is now the fifth state to allow execution by firing squad, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
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Lori Vallow Daybell will not face death penalty in upcoming trial, judge rules
Lori Vallow Daybell and her husband, Chad Daybell, are charged in the deaths of her children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan, and his late wife Tammy Daybell.
Idaho set to allow firing-squad executions in some cases
The measure is headed to the governor's desk after passing the legislature with a veto-proof majority.
Attacker spared from death penalty in NYC bike path rampage
An Islamic extremist was convicted in January of killing eight people using a speeding truck on a popular New York City bike path.
Texas executes inmate convicted of killing 4 in drug-related robbery
Arthur Brown Jr. maintained his innocence until the end, saying, "What is happening here tonight isn't justice. It's the murder of another innocent man."
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Death row inmate convicted of murdering dancer says his dad is actual killer
A former girlfriend claims Thomas Glen Sanchez confessed more than once to killing Juli Busken, but that she was afraid to come forward until after he died.
Missouri executes man who said he was 1,800 miles away during killings
Raheem Taylor, who previously went by the first name Leonard, long maintained that he was in California at the time of the four killings for which he was convicted.
Texas executes man convicted in fatal 2007 shooting of Dallas officer
Wesley Ruiz received a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville for the killing of Dallas Police Senior Cpl. Mark Nix.
NYC bike path killer convicted, could face the death penalty
An Islamic extremist who killed eight people with a speeding truck in a 2017 rampage on a popular New York City bike path has been convicted of federal charges and could face the death penalty.
El Paso Walmart shooting suspect to plead guilty to federal charges
The man accused of killing nearly two dozen people in a racist attack at a Texas Walmart plans to plead guilty to federal charges in the case.
Iran hangs former defense ministry official with British citizenship
The hanging of Ali Reza Akbari, a close ally of top security official Ali Shamkhani, suggests an ongoing power struggle within Iran's theocracy.
Oklahoma executes man who killed elderly couple in 2003
"I must say that 20 years is too long for justice to be served," the slain couple's nephew said in a statement read on behalf of the family.
Texas executes ex-cop for hiring 2 people to kill his wife
Robert Fratta received a lethal injection for the November 1994 fatal shooting of his wife amid a contentious divorce and custody fight for their three children.
Arizona inmate withdraws execution request
Aaron Gunches cited three recent executions he said were "carried out in a manner that amounts to torture," noting struggles to insert IV lines during the lethal injection process.
Amber McLaughlin becomes first transgender woman to be executed in U.S.
Amber McLaughlin, 49, was convicted of stalking and killing a former girlfriend, then dumping the body near the Mississippi River in St. Louis.
Amber McLaughlin set to become first transgender woman executed in U.S.
McLaughlin is scheduled to die by injection Tuesday for killing a former girlfriend in 2003.
Ben Sasse's exit from Senate prompts GOP unease over his replacement
Outgoing Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts is expected to be appointed to the state's U.S. Senate seat being vacated by fellow Republican Ben Sasse.
Mississippi executes man for rape, murder of teen girl
Thomas Edwin Loden Jr. had been on death row since 2001.
Union "sickened" as Iran soccer player faces possible death sentence
A judiciary official said the 26-year-old stood accused of "rebellion, membership in illegal gangs, collusion to undermine security" and "emnity against God."
Taliban carries out 1st public execution since retaking Afghanistan
The extremists have made it clear that they'll bring back all of the brutal policies they were known for before being ousted with the U.S.-led invasion of 2001.
Alabama won't try lethal injection again on "execution survivor"
Any future effort to execute Miller will be done by nitrogen hypoxia, a method authorized in Alabama, but never used in the U.S.
Missouri executes man over 2005 killing of police officer
Kevin Johnson's attorneys didn't deny that he killed the officer, but contended he was sentenced to death in part because he is Black.
Judge rules Missouri 19-year-old can't see father's execution
The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit on behalf of Khorry Ramey asking a federal court to allow her to attend the execution.
Alabama governor orders executions pause after third failed lethal injection
The state did not complete the execution of Kenneth Eugene Smith because officials couldn't find a suitable vein to inject the lethal drugs.
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At least 24 dead after Mississippi tornado causes destruction across the state
A string of deadly storms swept across the Southeast, causing catastrophic damage.
Pope Francis expands sex abuse law, reaffirms adults can be victims
The law expands protections to cover lay Catholic leaders and reaffirming that vulnerable adults and not just children can be victims of abuse when they are unable to freely consent.
Multiple people killed, several missing after Pennsylvania chocolate factory explosion
Video from the scene showed flames and black smoke billowing hundreds of feet into the air.
Idaho governor signs firing squad execution bill into law
Idaho is now the fifth state to allow execution by firing squad, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
Several more attacks on U.S. bases in Syria after strikes on Iran-linked group
After the U.S. conducted retaliatory "precision airstrikes" on facilities used by Iran-linked groups, there were a series of new attacks on U.S. bases Friday.
Judge threatens to report lawyers for disciplinary action for slowing 1/6 case
The judge said that "attorneys have now delayed this trial multiple times to the detriment of their client."
Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
Florida principal resigns after complaints over "pornographic" David sculpture
Parents complained when sixth-grade students were shown photos of Michelangelo's "David" statue during an art history lesson.
Accused Russian spy allegedly collected U.S. info on Ukraine war before arrest
A criminal complaint filed Friday reveals more details about Sergey Cherkasov's life undercover.
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Florida principal resigns after complaints over "pornographic" David sculpture
Parents complained when sixth-grade students were shown photos of Michelangelo's "David" statue during an art history lesson.
Idaho governor signs firing squad execution bill into law
Idaho is now the fifth state to allow execution by firing squad, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
Judge threatens to report lawyers for disciplinary action for slowing 1/6 case
The judge said that "attorneys have now delayed this trial multiple times to the detriment of their client."
Judge rules online archive's book service violated copyright
A federal judge has sided with four publishers who sued an online archive over its scanning of millions of copyrighted works and offering them for free to the public.
"Godfather of artificial intelligence" weighs in on the past and potential of AI
Geoffrey Hinton, who works with Google and mentors AI's rising stars, started researching artificial intelligence over 40 years ago.
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Judge rules online archive's book service violated copyright
A federal judge has sided with four publishers who sued an online archive over its scanning of millions of copyrighted works and offering them for free to the public.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case could hinge on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, according to legal experts.
More than a third of U.S. adults are stressed out over money
Stubbornly high inflation and mounting debt are weighing on many people's finances — and their minds.
Panera Bread starts scanning customers' palms
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80% of receipts at major stores have "toxic" chemicals: study
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Idaho governor signs firing squad execution bill into law
Idaho is now the fifth state to allow execution by firing squad, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
Judge threatens to report lawyers for disciplinary action for slowing 1/6 case
The judge said that "attorneys have now delayed this trial multiple times to the detriment of their client."
Accused Russian spy allegedly collected U.S. info on Ukraine war before arrest
A criminal complaint filed Friday reveals more details about Sergey Cherkasov's life undercover.
Lawmakers give conflicting accounts of treatment of Jan. 6 defendants in jail
Democratic and GOP members of Congress visited the jail and then offered conflicting accounts about how accused Capitol rioters are being treated behind bars.
House Intel panel chair weighs in on Xi visit, origins of Covid
GOP Rep. Mike Turner also discussed the impending declassification of intelligence on the the origins of COVID-19.
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
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Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
Pope Francis expands sex abuse law, reaffirms adults can be victims
The law expands protections to cover lay Catholic leaders and reaffirming that vulnerable adults and not just children can be victims of abuse when they are unable to freely consent.
"Godfather of artificial intelligence" weighs in on the past and potential of AI
Geoffrey Hinton, who works with Google and mentors AI's rising stars, started researching artificial intelligence over 40 years ago.
Afghanistan military dog set to reunite with its owner in the U.S.
Chase, a furry white spaniel with brown spots, is expected to make the trip to the US and reunite with his handler soon.
Accused Russian spy allegedly collected U.S. info on Ukraine war before arrest
A criminal complaint filed Friday reveals more details about Sergey Cherkasov's life undercover.
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Composer Nicholas Lloyd Webber, son of Andrew Lloyd Webber, dies at 43
"We are all totally bereft," Webber said in a statement.
Nickel Creek performs "To The Airport"
Nickel Creek joins this week's Saturday Sessions. After a long hiatus, this Grammy-winning band is back with the new album "Celebrants." Here is Nickel Creek with "To The Airport."
Nickel Creek performs "Holding Pattern"
Nickel Creek joins this week's Saturday Sessions. After a long hiatus, this Grammy-winning band is back with the new album "Celebrants." Here is Nickel Creek with "Holding Pattern."
Nickel Creek performs "Where the Long Line Leads"
Nickel Creek joins this week's Saturday Sessions. After a long hiatus, this Grammy-winning band is back with the new album "Celebrants." Here is Nickel Creek with "Where the Long Line Leads."
Beyoncé and Balmain launch collaboration inspired by Renaissance album
Beyoncé has announced a new couture collection in partnership with Balmain's creative director Olivier Rousteing.
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"Godfather of artificial intelligence" weighs in on the past and potential of AI
Geoffrey Hinton, who works with Google and mentors AI's rising stars, started researching artificial intelligence over 40 years ago.
Could canceling subscriptions be made easier?
The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a new rule that could make canceling a subscription service or product as easy as it was to sign up. Axios technology reporter Ashley Gold joined Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
TikTok hearing "could not have gone any worse" for app, FCC commissioner says
"I've never seen anything like that," Brendan Carr said on "CBS Mornings."
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Protecting the Planet: Our impact on animals
In this episode of “Protecting the Planet,” CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy explores how animals are being affected by climate change and human-created pollution in their habitats.
Nevada lithium mine might doom rare wildflower, conservationists say
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Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
New "giant" trapdoor spider species discovered in Australia
Researchers have called it a "big, beautiful species."
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Accused Russian spy allegedly collected U.S. info on Ukraine war before arrest
A criminal complaint filed Friday reveals more details about Sergey Cherkasov's life undercover.
Gwyneth Paltrow testifies in ski crash lawsuit
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow testified Friday in a civil trial in which she is accused of knocking down another skier on the slopes of the Deer Valley Resort in Utah back in 2016 and then skiing away, leaving him injured on the ground. Carter Evans has the details.
Trump criticized for violent rhetoric
Former President Donald Trump is being criticized for violent comments he made on social media directed against the Manhattan District Attorney's Office in which he warned of "potential death and destruction" if he were to be indicted. Robert Costa has the latest.
Items from Murdaugh's Moselle estate auctioned
The auction drew about three times the normal crowd Liberty Auction gets, an employee said. The highest auction price was $30,000.
Former U.S. Marshal convicted in twisted "rape fantasy" plot
Ian R. Diaz plotted to frame his former fiancee for stalking his new wife because he was "so hell-bent on punishing her after their relationship dissolved," according to a 2018 civil lawsuit.
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New Shepard launch abort blamed on engine nozzle failure, Blue Origin says
Blue Origin says fixes are being implemented and New Shepard sub-orbital flights will resume "soon."
3D printed rocket blasts off but fails to reach orbit on maiden flight
While the Terran 1 rocket didn't reach orbit, builder Relativity Space says it achieved major objectives.
Large asteroid to fly between Earth and the moon on Saturday
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
Five planets will align across the night sky near the end of March
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align right before the end of the month.
Mystery solved after strange streaks of light seen in California sky
The flaming bits of wreckage created a "spectacular light show" and were going thousands of miles per hour, an astronomer said.
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Nickel Creek performs "To The Airport"
Nickel Creek joins this week's Saturday Sessions. After a long hiatus, this Grammy-winning band is back with the new album "Celebrants." Here is Nickel Creek with "To The Airport."
Nickel Creek performs "Holding Pattern"
Nickel Creek joins this week's Saturday Sessions. After a long hiatus, this Grammy-winning band is back with the new album "Celebrants." Here is Nickel Creek with "Holding Pattern."