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.
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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.
Number of executions continued to fall this year; many were botched: report
The report called 2022 the "Year of the Botched Execution" as seven of the 20 execution attempts in the U.S. were visibly problematic or took an inordinate amount of time.
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.
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 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.
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.
Alabama stops execution due to trouble finding suitable vein
Officials were trying to put Kenneth Eugene Smith to death after the U.S. Supreme Court lifted a stay issued hours earlier by a lower federal court.
Execution of Alabama inmate stayed by appellate court; state has appealed
Kenneth Eugene Smith was convicted in the 1988 murder-for-hire slaying of a preacher's wife.
Texas executes man who murdered pregnant ex-girlfriend and her son
Stephen Barbee received a lethal injection after the U.S. Supreme Court declined an appeal from his lawyers.
Texas man executed for 2003 strangling death of his mother
He was the fourth inmate put to death this year in Texas and the 13th in the United States.
Texas set to execute man who killed his mother and buried her in her backyard
Tracy Beatty's lawyers say he has a history of mental illness and have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to stay his execution.
Oklahoma executes man convicted of killing 9-month-old daughter
Cole was the sixth Oklahoma inmate to be executed since the state resumed carrying them out in October 2021.
Oklahoma to execute death row inmate after Supreme Court denied appeal
Benjamin Cole's execution would be the sixth since Oklahoma resumed carrying out the death penalty in October 2021.
Inmate's execution to proceed despite "corrupt police" claims
Murray Hooper has maintained his innocence in the double slayings on New Year's Eve in 1980.
Inmate endured "torture" during botched execution, attorneys say
Alan Eugene Miller said prison staff poked him with needles for over an hour as they tried to find a vein during an aborted lethal injection last month.
Texas executes inmate who fought prayer, touch rules
The man had challenged rules that prevented his pastor from touching him and praying aloud during his execution, saying his religious freedom was being violated.
Alabama sets execution date in 1988 contract killing of pastor's wife
A judge overrode the jury's recommendation of a life sentence and sentenced Smith to death
Alabama halts execution, citing shortage of time before deadline
Officials said they had trouble accessing Alan Miller's veins to administer a lethal injection. He'd lost his attempt to be put to death with an untested method using nitrogen.
Judge blocks lethal injection for inmate who says he prefers death by nitrogen
Alabama killer Alan Miller says the state lost his request for the hydrogen method. Alabama says he's just trying to delay his execution.
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Iran strikes another ship in Strait of Hormuz as Israel steps up Lebanon attacks
Israel is being condemned by Lebanese leaders for a strike in the south that killed at least nine people, including children, according to the health ministry.
Lala becomes Category 1 hurricane as it bears down on Hawaii's Big Island
Hurricane Lala is forecast to bring heavy rain and life-threatening flooding to Hawaii this weekend.
South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary
South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary will take place on Jan. 22, 2028. Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia will also hold early Democratic nominating contests.
Indiana storms linked to 5 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett urged residents along the White River to evacuate on Saturday.
Colombian president says he asked Trump to suspend tariffs after earthquake
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella said he called President Trump and asked him to suspend tariffs currently targeting the South American nation.
Construction workers find $10 million gold stash in renovations
Police issued a warning telling "gold prospectors" to stay away from the construction site
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
USS Washington aircraft carrier heads to Middle East to replace USS Lincoln
The USS George Washington aircraft carrier departed Vietnam last week and is headed to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, according to a U.S. official.
Ex-Cambridge professor dies week after resigning amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who was Cambridge's youngest Black professor, died in London on Friday, the school said.
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Indiana storms linked to 5 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett urged residents along the White River to evacuate on Saturday.
American Kate Douglass sets 50-meter freestyle world record at Pan Pacific
Kate Douglass, 24, is a five-time Olympic medalist.
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
Air traffic controller saves day when 2 jets with same call number converge
An air traffic controller's quick thinking helped avert a dangerous situation when two jets, one landing in Phoenix and the other simultaneously taking off, shared the same flight number and radio frequency.
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Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers — here's what to know.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
See how much renters pay for a 2-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities
Nearly half of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Here's what it costs to rent a two-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities.
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South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary
South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary will take place on Jan. 22, 2028. Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia will also hold early Democratic nominating contests.
Army temporarily grounds Apache helicopter training flights after deadly crash
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
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Inside "the Pool": Fugitive arrested in alleged cross-border car trade scheme
Along the Texas-Mexico border, prosecutors say a group of businessmen found a way to monopolize the trade of used cars — a scheme called "the Pool." This week, authorities say they caught one alleged member.
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Justice Department expands military's power to detain migrants near border
The Justice Department issued a legal opinion giving the U.S. military broader powers to detain migrants near certain areas along the southern border.
Feds charge woman for allegedly vandalizing World War II Memorial in D.C.
The top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C., said a woman has been arrested and faces two felony charges related to vandalism of the World War II Memorial.
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Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
Norah O'Donnell: I take testosterone. Here's why.
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
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Colombian president says he asked Trump to suspend tariffs after earthquake
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella said he called President Trump and asked him to suspend tariffs currently targeting the South American nation.
Liechtenstein moves to change succession laws, paves way for women on throne
The change shouldn't affect the top of the line of Liechtenstein's royal house succession in the immediate future.
Father and young sons rescued after 16 hours stranded off Thai island
The father and his two sons had rented a jet ski from a local operator, but failed to return it at the agreed time.
Construction workers find $10 million gold stash in renovations
Police issued a warning telling "gold prospectors" to stay away from the construction site
2 powerful earthquakes hit Indonesia on same day, at least 47 dead
With magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.4, two earthquakes struck different parts of Indonesia on the same day.
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Rain floods the Midwest as Lala looms over Hawaii. We look inside a spy satellite company. Plus, Putin's meeting with President Trump, a year later.
Elizabeth Cook sings "Girls of Atomic City"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Girls of Atomic City."
Elizabeth Cook takes us to "Sunset Promenade"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Sunset Promenade."
Elizabeth Cook sings "Razorwire Wall"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Razorwire Wall."
Jeff Daniels and Jared Harris on new film
Emmy-winner Jeff Daniels stars as President Ronald Reagan and Jared Harris portrays Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in "The Brink of War," a film that portrays the two leaders at the 1986 Reykjavik Summit. Daniels and Harris share their experiences playing these two historical figures amid a period of high political tension.
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The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies
Above Earth's atmosphere, an arms race is unfolding. Thousands of miles above the ground, satellites from different companies and nations are observing us and each other. To learn more, Olivia Gazis traveled to Vantor, a Colorado-based satellite technology company.
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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.
French teen social media ban struck down by top constitutional authority
France's social media ban, which was due to take effect on Sept. 1, would have barred younger users from networks such as TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram.
Using AI in your romantic relationships
AI is making its way into people's love lives - some say it has helped to improve their conversations while others have used it to end a relationship. Dr. Sue Varma discusses how to use AI properly, set boundaries and identify warning signs of becoming too emotionally dependent.
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Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
How a total solar eclipse stopped a war
Columbia University astronomy professor Dr. Janna Levin joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse, saying it's a reminder that humans share this Earth together and "we're all part of something larger."
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
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Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper
To celebrate Mozart's 270th birthday this year, German artist Ottmar Hörl made 320 statuettes of the composer and his dog, Pimperl, placing them around Salzburg, Austria. However, the statuettes have been pilfered.
Italian art heist foiled
Five accused thieves are under arrest after police say they took $10 million worth of art from a private museum in an Italian villa.
Why did Luigi Mangione plead guilty?
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to two federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, reading a statement aloud to the court. Anna Schecter reports.
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Luigi Mangione's Guilty Plea, Explained
A major development in the Luigi Mangione case: after previously pleading not guilty to federal stalking charges, Mangione changed his plea to guilty and also admitted to shooting United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal analyst Caroline Polisi and CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman examine what changed, why the plea change matters, and what comes next in the state murder case.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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Rain floods the Midwest as Lala looms over Hawaii. We look inside a spy satellite company. Plus, Putin's meeting with President Trump, a year later.
Elizabeth Cook sings "Girls of Atomic City"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Girls of Atomic City."
Elizabeth Cook takes us to "Sunset Promenade"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Sunset Promenade."
Elizabeth Cook sings "Razorwire Wall"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Razorwire Wall."
Janet Fash explains "Lifeguard: A Love Story"
Janet Fash made history when she became the first woman to serve as New York City's chief lifeguard. She joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to share stories from her new memoir, "Lifeguard: A Love Story."