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FBI profiler on suspected Annapolis shooter

Former senior FBI profiler Mary Ellen O’Toole spent more than 20 years investigating mass shootings and is the director of the forensic science program at George Mason University. She joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the psychological mindset of the suspect in the deadly shooting at an Annapolis newspaper, what might have finally motivated him after a long-standing feud with the paper and possible reasons why he damaged his fingerprints to avoid identification.

Jun 29, 2018
03:54

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein and FBI Director Christopher Wray testify before a House Judiciary Committee

Rosenstein grilled over DOJ documents request

The hearing billed to focus on circumstances surrounding the 2016 election quickly evolved into a sparring match over documents

Jun 28, 2018

FBI agent Peter Strzok escorted from building

FBI agent Peter Strzok was marched out of the bureau's offices on Friday after an inspector general's report revealed more anti-Trump text messages that Strzok sent while working on the Hillary Clinton email probe. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid reports.

Jun 20, 2018
02:50

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DOJ watchdog pressed on political bias

As a result of the Department of Justice Inspector General's report, FBI agent Peter Strzok was escorted from the building as he awaits possible disciplinary action for his anti-Trump text messages. President Trump calls the report's findings "disgraceful." CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with more.

Jun 20, 2018
08:46

FBI agent escorted from building

FBI agent Peter Strzok was escorted from the FBI building as he awaits possible disciplinary action over anti-Trump text messages. It comes after House Republicans grilled the Justice Department inspector general over those messages. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid explains.

Jun 19, 2018
02:02

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FBI agent escorted from building amid disciplinary proceedings

Republicans hammered Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz about messages between Strzok and former FBI lawyer Lisa Page

Jun 19, 2018

Peter Strzok, FBI official removed from Mueller probe, escorted from building

Strzok was criticized by the Justice Department's inspector general in a long-awaited report

Jun 19, 2018

FBI Director Wray And Justice IG Horowitz Testify At Senate Hearing On FBI Report

Lawmakers frustrated over family separation at DOJ hearing

Several Democrats admonished the House panel for focusing its time on the inspector general's report instead of immigration

Jun 19, 2018

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Testimony on Comey, IG report

Justice Department Inspector General Michael Horowitz and FBI Director Christopher Wray answered questions before Senate and House committees this week about the IG report reviewing the FBI's investigation into Hillary Clinton's private email server. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss their testimony.

Jun 19, 2018
06:34

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IG, FBI testify on Clinton email report

Michael Horowitz and Christopher Wray testified on the DOJ's bombshell report on the Clinton email investigation and the steps the FBI can take to avoid repeating past mistakes. The report said text messages between two FBI employees regarding President Trump were damaging to the FBI's reputation, but found political bias did not cloud its investigative actions.

Jun 18, 2018
13:34

President Trump Holds Rally In Nashville, Tennessee

Commentary: For Trump supporters, DOJ IG report amounts to "Told ya so"

The DOJ inspector general's report on the FBI's handling of the Clinton email scandal is 568 pages long, but for Trump supporters it boils down to that single phrase

Jun 18, 2018

Inspector General's Report On Clinton Email Case Released

Commentary: Trump wins because nobody trusts anything

Donald Trump isn't creating a crisis of trust in American institutions—he's a symptom of it

Jun 18, 2018

Email scam wipes out people's life savings

The FBI warns that scammers are using ever-changing methods to wipe out people’s life savings. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues has the story of a couple that almost lost thousands falling victim to a new type of email scam.

Jun 16, 2018
02:21

Giuliani calls for "full and complete" investigation into origins of Russia probe

Giuliani claimed that "troubling, unethical behaviors" among some in the Justice Department had tainted the Mueller probe

Jun 17, 2018

Top headlines for June 16, 2018

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News" with Reena Ninan.

Jun 16, 2018
00:39

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Feds piece together Michael Cohen's shredded documents

Authorities have been able to recover data from one of Cohen's two BlackBerries that were seized

Jun 15, 2018

Clinton investigation report

The Department of Justice's Inspector General released lengthy report Thursday reviewing the FBI's handling of its investigation into the private email server used by Hillary Clinton. The report criticized former FBI director James Comey, calling him "insubordinate" for his public statements about the investigation. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid and CBS News security analyst and former assistant FBI Director Ron Hosko join CBSN to discuss the report and its effects.

Jun 14, 2018
07:48

DOJ IG report on Clinton email investigation

A long-awaited report has been released on the FBI's handling of the Hillary Clinton email investigation. It focuses on former FBI chief James Comey, and describes him as "insubordinate." CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid reports.

Jun 14, 2018
03:19

Top headlines for June 14, 2018

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News" with Jeff Glor.

Jun 14, 2018
01:33

Lawmakers react to the DOJ report

The inspector general at the Justice Department has issued a report on the FBI's handling of the Hillary Clinton email investigation. It's a report that's been long awaited by both Democrats and Republicans. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan has more on the political fallout.

Jun 14, 2018
01:35

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FBI's Christopher Wray on OIG report

FBI Director Christopher Wray said he was "disappointed" by the DOJ Inspector General report on the FBI's handling of the Clinton email investigation, but has confidence in the bureau and in the changes instituted moving forward.

Jun 14, 2018
19:09

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NY attorney general sues Trump Foundation; Father and son's first Father's Day.

Jun 14, 2018
45:23

Watchdog report slams FBI director and agents

A long-awaited government watchdog report slams former FBI Director James Comey and several agents for their conduct during the 2016 presidential election. The Justice Department's inspector general calls Comey "insubordinate" for how he handled the investigation of Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server while she was secretary of state. The IG does not challenge the conclusion that Clinton should not have been prosecuted. Jeff Pegues reports.

Jun 15, 2018
03:13

Trump departs the White House in Washington

Trump makes misleading claims about Crimea, FBI, North Korea

The president's unexpected media blitz on Friday allowed him to deploy some falsehoods

Jun 15, 2018

Michael Cohen seeking restraining order vs. Stormy Daniels' lawyer

It would force Michael Avenatti to stop speaking to the press; Avenatti calls request "complete joke"

Jun 15, 2018

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minneapolis, January, 2026

1,500 soldiers placed on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis

A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.

7H ago

Can Americans trust the investigation into Renee Good's killing?

Senior ICE official Marcos Charles said videos of immigration enforcement in Minneapolis don't tell the entire story. He said officers are acting lawfully and with professionalism.

7H ago

CBS News poll finds more Americans say ICE being too tough

Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.

14H ago

Minneapolis police chief angered by some of ICE's tactics

After seeing footage of an ICE arrest in Minneapolis, Police Chief Brian O'Hara said that if those federal officers worked for him, "they'd have a problem right now."

7H ago

Trump admin's claims of "reverse discrimination" upend DOJ Civil Rights Division

A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.

9H ago

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey appears on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says federal agents are an "occupying force"

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized the administration's immigration operations, calling the surge of federal agents an "occupying force that has quite literally invaded our city."

14H ago

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem appears on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.

Noem defends Minnesota ICE operations, says judge's order "didn't change anything"

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, and said a federal judge's order limiting the tactics federal agents can use "didn't change anything."

14H ago

High-speed train derailment kills at least 39 in Spain

Emergency services in Andalucia, the province where the accident happened, said at least 25 people were seriously injured.

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Trump admin's claims of "reverse discrimination" upend DOJ Civil Rights Division

A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.

9H ago

Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 18, 2026

On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey join Margaret Brennan.

13H ago

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says federal agents are an "occupying force"

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized the administration's immigration operations, calling the surge of federal agents an "occupying force that has quite literally invaded our city."

14H ago

1,500 soldiers placed on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis

A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.

7H ago

Noem defends Minnesota ICE operations, says judge's order "didn't change anything"

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, and said a federal judge's order limiting the tactics federal agents can use "didn't change anything."

14H ago

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Here are the hurdles Trump faces in his push for low interest rates and a friendly Fed

As the president prepares to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, he's made no secret of his goal for lower interest rates — but there are a few political roadblocks in the way.

Jan 17

Education Department delays wage garnishment plan for defaulted student loans

The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.

Jan 16

Venezuelan oil is coming to the U.S. What will it mean for gas prices?

The Trump administration says it has completed the first sale of Venezuelan oil to the U.S. Will it mean lower prices at the pump?

Jan 16

OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks

The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.

Jan 16

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Weight loss drugs could save airlines money on fuel as Americans shed pounds

As obesity rates among Americans drop and weight loss drugs lead to a slimmer society, airlines could save on fuel costs, according to a recent analysis.

Jan 16

Politics

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Trump admin's claims of "reverse discrimination" upend DOJ Civil Rights Division

A Trump administration initiative is upending 60 years of efforts by the federal government to prevent discrimination against minority groups in the U.S.

9H ago

Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 18, 2026

On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey join Margaret Brennan.

13H ago

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey says federal agents are an "occupying force"

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey criticized the administration's immigration operations, calling the surge of federal agents an "occupying force that has quite literally invaded our city."

14H ago

Sen. Mark Warner appears on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.

Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"

The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 18, 2026.

14H ago

1,500 soldiers placed on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis

A U.S. defense official confirmed some 1,500 active-duty soldiers, currently stationed in Alaska, are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid the city's protests.

7H ago

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Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows

A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.

Jan 17
03:34

Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"

Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.

Jan 17

Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism

A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.

Jan 16
00:23

New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD

"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.

Jan 17

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ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls

Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.

Jan 15

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High-speed train derailment kills at least 39 in Spain

Emergency services in Andalucia, the province where the accident happened, said at least 25 people were seriously injured.

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Guatemala police attacked after security forces retake control of prison

8 police officers killed in Guatemala after prison crackdown on gangs

The killings occurred a day after gang member inmates took 46 people hostage in three prisons across the country, officials said.

6H ago

Wildfires in Chile kill at least 15 people, force 50,000 to evacuate

President Gabriel Boric declared a state of emergency as nearly 4,000 firefighters battled flames fueled by gusting winds and hot weather.

14H ago

Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"

The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 18, 2026.

14H ago

Transcript: Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"

The following is the transcript of an interview with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 18, 2026.

14H ago

Entertainment

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Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks: "Probably the funniest person of all time"

As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like the director of such classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"

16H ago

Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks

As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like Mel Brooks, the filmmaker of such comedy classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol, "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!" Apatow talks with Tracy Smith about the World War II veteran who broke comedy taboos by lampooning Nazis and racists, and about Brooks' long friendship with another comic legend, Carl Reiner.

16H ago
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Stellan Skarsgård on acting: "It is like being a child … you never grow up"

The Swedish actor has been in 150 films and TV shows, from "Breaking the Waves" and "Mamma Mia!" to "Andor." He talks about his Golden Globe-winning performance in "Sentimental Value," playing a filmmaker-father trying to reconcile with his actress-daughters.

17H ago

Extended interview: Stellan Skarsgård

In this web exclusive, Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård discusses his Golden Globe-winning performance in the film "Sentimental Value," in which he plays a director trying to reconnect with his daughter, an actress, by writing a role for her to play. He also talks about the effect of his 2022 stroke, which occurred during production of "Andor" and the "Dune" films, and how he feels he has changed as an actor after more than 150 film and TV credits.

17H ago
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"Sentimental Value" star Stellan Skarsgård

Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård has been in 150 films and TV shows, from "Breaking the Waves" and "Good Will Hunting," to "Mamma Mia!" and the "Star Wars" series "Andor." He just won a Golden Globe Award for his performance in "Sentimental Value," playing a filmmaker-father trying to reconcile with his estranged actress-daughters. Skarsgård talks with Seth Doane about why he's never bored making films; being a father of eight; and working with the effects of a 2022 stroke.

17H ago
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Technology

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Almanac: January 18

"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.

17H ago
00:40

Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media

A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.

Jan 16
02:55

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.

Mar 28, 2024
03:27

OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks

The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.

Jan 16

Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images

Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.

Jan 15
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Science

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Almanac: January 18

"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.

17H ago
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years

The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.

Jan 16

Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study

Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.

Jan 15
03:28

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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged

Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.

Jan 8

The history and mystery of kissing

If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.

Jan 2
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Crime

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8 police officers killed in Guatemala after prison crackdown on gangs

The killings occurred a day after gang member inmates took 46 people hostage in three prisons across the country, officials said.

6H ago

Libyan man in Minnesota for treatment for rare skin condition detained by ICE

Hani Duglof and his brother Mohamad Duklef left Libya more than a decade ago, unable to find relief for a rare condition that threatens to leave their skin torn and blistered at even the slightest provocation.

15H ago

Will a woman's final moments, caught on tape, help prove she was murdered?

Bruno Rocuba claims a freak accident while handling his gun caused the death of his wife, Melissa Rocuba. He was not arrested or charged with any crime. Years later, investigators uncover disturbing new evidence that challenges what really happened that night in their Pennsylvania bedroom.

19H ago

Investigators say jealousy was a motive in murder of Texas teen

Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.

13H ago

Couple probed for child abuse had more surrogate babies

This past July, police in California raided the home of Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang over allegations of possible child abuse. The couple's 21 children, mostly surrogate-born, were taken into state custody as an investigation began. In the months since their arrest and release, the couple has had at least five more surrogate-born babies. The couple is now fighting for custody of all of their children and is suing some of their surrogates in the process. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.

Jan 16
02:35

Space

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Space

NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle

Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.

Jan 17
02:12

NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight

Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.

Jan 17

NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad

NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.

Jan 17
02:59

NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad

Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.

Jan 16

Countdown to new lunar mission

NASA says it could be just weeks away from launching astronauts on a flight around the moon for the first time in more than half a century. Final preparations are underway at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where the Artemis II moon rocket is expected to roll out to the launch pad on Saturday.

Jan 16
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Notable Deaths in 2025

A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.

Jan 3
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case

Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?

Dec 23, 2025
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin

Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.

Nov 6, 2025
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The Smith family hopes that one day the case will be solved and say they will never stop fighting for George. July 5, 2013 will mark eight years since he disappeared.

Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith

Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.

Sep 11, 2025
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Who is Alix Tichelman?

Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.

Aug 30, 2025
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Bison returning to parts of North America

After decades of careful land management, bison are returning in small pockets across their historic North American range. Marissa Perlman reports.

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Vegas casino turns to electronic table games

Las Vegas' Golden Gate Hotel Casino has removed all of its live dealers, making every table game electronic. That move comes as data from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority shows the city hosted roughly 7% fewer visitors in 2025 compared to 2024. Andres Gutierrez reports.

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At least 21 dead in Spain train crash

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Snow, cold temperatures hit Midwest, Northeast

A winter blast brought more snow and frigid temperatures to the Midwest and East Coast this weekend. Shanelle Kaul reports on the conditions and Andrew Kozak has a look at the forecast.

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Rough numbers for Trump in new CBS News poll

A new CBS News poll shows only 41% of Americans approve of the job President Trump is doing, but there are wide partisan divides on his handling of specific issues like immigration. Willie James Inman has more.

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