Former FBI lawyer pleads guilty in first criminal charge from Durham probe
Clinesmith admitted he doctored an email that was part of a FISA court application to surveil 2016 Trump campaign adviser Carter Page.
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FBI team arrives this weekend to take part in Beirut probe
The cause of a fire that ignited nearly 3,000 tons of ammonium nitrate at Beirut's port remains unclear.
Law enforcement officials are predicting that credit card hackers who hit Target and other store chains will soon be back
Law enforcement officials are predicting that credit card hackers who hit Target and other store chains will soon be back. Bob Orr reports.
The wife of former FBI agent Robert Levinson, who disappeared seven years ago in Iran, is revealing new details about his work
The wife of former FBI agent Robert Levinson, who disappeared seven years ago in Iran, is revealing new details about his work that she hopes will bring him home. Bob Orr reports.
The U.S. military has drawn up emergency plans in case terrorists strike the Sochi Games. Mike Morell, former deputy director of the CIA, sits down with Maurice DuBois and weighs in on the terror threat at next month’s Winter Olympics
The U.S. military has drawn up emergency plans in case terrorists strike the Sochi Games. Mike Morell, former deputy director of the CIA, sits down with Maurice DuBois and weighs in on the terror threat at next month’s Winter Olympics.
Former FBI lawyer to plead guilty in Durham investigation
Kevin Clinesmith, a former FBI lawyer, altered a CIA email used in an application for continued surveillance of Trump campaign aide Carter Page.
Barr critics raise concerns over probes
Two law professors, including a senior prosecutor in the Mueller investigation, are sounding the alarm about investigations initiated by Attorney General William Barr that they say are being influenced by politics. Ryan Goodman, a professor of law at New York University, is one of those lawyers and he joined CBSN to discuss.
Iran's foreign minister denies Levinson is being held by the government
Last week, it was reported that Robert Levinson, who was kidnapped in Iran, was working for the CIA. But, Iran's foreign minister denies Levinson is being held by the government. CBS News correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Andre Simons runs an FBI unit that works to stop shootings before they happen, and in the past year his behavioral team has tackled 150 cases -- not one resulting in violence
Andre Simons runs an FBI unit that works to stop shootings before they happen, and in the past year his behavioral team has tackled 150 cases -- not one resulting in violence. When the unit gets a heads up about threatening behavior, analysts work to re-direct the subject to mental health treatment, monitoring or custody. Bob Orr reports.
Secretary of State John Kerry denies the U.S. abandoned Robert Levinson and claims he has raised the issue to the highest level
Secretary of State John Kerry denies the U.S. abandoned Robert Levinson, an American who disappeared in Iran, and claims he has raised the issue to the highest level. Charlie Rose reports.
FBI agents found the mobster and his girlfriend hiding out in Santa Monica, Calif.
In 2011, FBI agents found mobster James "Whitey" Bulger and his girlfriend Catherine Greig hiding out in Santa Monica, Calif. "60 Minutes" correspondent Steve Kroft reports on the FBI's 16-year manhunt for Bulger.
Lunenburg High School in Massachusetts canceled their football team's final game after a racial message was found spray-painted on the home of a biracial playe
Lunenburg High School in Massachusetts canceled their football team's final game after a racial message was found spray-painted on the home of a biracial player. The family of 13-year-old Isaac Phillips believes that their son's teammates may be responsible for the harassment. CBS News' Elaine Quijano reports.
DA Scott Storey and investigator Russ Boatright consulted with the real FBI profilers to make sure they were on the right track and focused on the right suspects in the DeWild case.
The CBS drama, "Criminal Minds" is about a team of profilers from the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit. In the DeWild case, District Attorney Scott Storey and investigator Russ Boatright consulted with the real profilers to make sure they were on the right track and focused on the right suspects.
Bullet strikes Air Force helicopter flying over Virginia
The FBI and the Air Force are investigating the incident, which happened Monday.
Court weighs request to drop Flynn charges
A federal appeals court held a hearing Tuesday on whether to dismiss the criminal case against former national security adviser Michael Flynn, who previously pleaded guilty. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
FBI searches California home of YouTube star Jake Paul
Misdemeanor charges against Paul stemming from a June incident in Arizona were dropped, but police said they may refile pending the outcome of a federal investigation.
Former FBI agent talks about global manhunt for Mir Aimal Kansi
On "Intelligence Matters DECLASSIFIED" this week, Mike Morell talks with Bradley Garrett about one of the highest-profile homicide cases he worked on at the FBI.
Feds raid offices of company tied to Ukrainian oligarch
The offices belong to Optima Management Group, a real estate company headquartered in Cleveland.
FBI links murders in California and N.J.
The FBI has linked the Sunday shooting attack at the New Jersey home of federal judge Esther Salas -- which left her 20-year-old son dead and her husband critically wounded -- to the murder of an attorney earlier this month in Southern California. CBS Los Angeles reports.
Top Democrats ask FBI for briefing on foreign interference targeting Congress
The leaders say they "believe it is imperative that the FBI provide a classified defensive briefing to all Members of Congress."
4/9/18: Red and Blue
FBI agents raid the home and office of President Trump's lawyer; The view from Iowa, tariffs expected to become central midterm issue
Shooter analysis
After opening fire and injuring six people, including U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise, James Hodgkinson was fatally shot by U.S. Capitol police. Former FBI profiler Mary Ellen O'Toole joins CBSN to provide insight into the leads that officials will be tracking into the shooter's motive.
FBI investigating 850 domestic terror cases
For the first time, the FBI is giving the public a breakdown of its domestic terror investigations. CBS News chief Justice & Homeland Security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined "Red & Blue" with details.
10/4/18: Red and Blue
FBI wraps up its Kavanaugh inquiry; Astrophysicist on the militarization of space
Latest on FBI's Kavanaugh investigation
Lawyers for Dr. Christine Blasey Ford say the FBI has not spoken to their client about her allegation of sexual assault against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. CBS News senior security analyst and former White House Homeland Security Adviser Fran Townsend speaks to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about why Ford may be one of the last to be interviewed.
Trump puts Jay Clayton's nomination for intel chief on hold
The president says he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
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Veteran fights to prevent wife's deportation: "I'm begging my own country"
Retired staff sergeant Wilmer Trujillo, who served roughly 20 years in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard, is asking ICE to release his wife of six years.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
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Veteran fights to prevent wife's deportation: "I'm begging my own country"
Retired staff sergeant Wilmer Trujillo, who served roughly 20 years in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard, is asking ICE to release his wife of six years.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
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Veteran fights to prevent wife's deportation: "I'm begging my own country"
Retired staff sergeant Wilmer Trujillo, who served roughly 20 years in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard, is asking ICE to release his wife of six years.
Robert White wins Democratic primary for D.C. delegate to Congress
Robert White's win in the heavily Democratic city sets him up to take the top spot in November's general elections, when he could replace 18-term delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton.
Trump puts Jay Clayton's nomination for intel chief on hold
President Trump delayed Jay Clayton's nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community, saying he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Dead or stranded: Commercial sailors suffer in the Strait of Hormuz
India alone has more than 18,000 sailors stuck across the Persian Gulf region. Some tell CBS News it feels like they're "in jail."
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
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Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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5 arrested in White House UFC attack plot
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Gilgo Beach serial killer to be sentenced
Rex Heuermann, the man who pleaded guilty in April to the Gilgo Beach murders, is set to be sentenced on Wednesday. Tom Hanson reports on how the case unfolded.
Rex Heuermann faces sentencing for Gilgo Beach serial killings
Rex Heuermann will be sentenced after he pleaded guilty to killing seven women in a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.
Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Police: Wilmington shooting suspect at large
Police in Delaware are still searching for a suspect who shot two people at Wilmington Hospital on Tuesday, officials said at a news conference. At least one person is dead and another injured.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Messi ties record for men's World Cup goals
Lionel Messi on Tuesday became the first man to play in six World Cups. He scored three goals to help lead Argentina over Algeria in their opening match and now has 16 World Cup goals, which is tied for the most of all time.
Reaction to Iran deal amid limited details
As President Trump touts the U.S.-Iran deal to world leaders at the G7 summit, some Republicans in Congress are expressing skepticism and want to see the agreement. Details remain limited as the full text has yet to be released. Nancy Cordes has more.
5 arrested in White House UFC attack plot
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Gilgo Beach serial killer to be sentenced
Rex Heuermann, the man who pleaded guilty in April to the Gilgo Beach murders, is set to be sentenced on Wednesday. Tom Hanson reports on how the case unfolded.
Details on alleged White House UFC plot
Five people so far are facing criminal charges related to an alleged plot to attack the UFC event at the White House on Sunday. Investigators say the suspects planned to use snipers and drones with explosives. Ed O'Keefe reports.