FBI Director Kash Patel plans travel to China in fentanyl crackdown effort
FBI Director Kash Patel is set to visit China next month as the agency cracks down on international suppliers of chemicals tied to fentanyl.
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FBI Director Kash Patel is set to visit China next month as the agency cracks down on international suppliers of chemicals tied to fentanyl.
An NBA Hall of Famer, a current star and former player are among dozens arrested in an FBI crackdown on illegal gambling that includes alleged members of organized crime families.
Among those taken into custody in the betting investigation today are Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier of the Miami Heat and former NBA player Damon Jones.
Dozens of people, including former and current NBA players and a coach, have been charged in connection with two investigations into an alleged widespread sports betting scheme and organized crime ring, the FBI and federal prosecutors announced. Elaine Quijano reports.
Federal prosecutors have accused current and former NBA players and coaches of taking part in two stunning gambling schemes. The first indictments accuse players of using insider information for illegal sports betting and the second claims coaches held rigged poker games with ties to the mafia. Two-time NBA champion and former U.S. Senator Bill Bradley joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Prosecutors announced two federal indictments on Thursday against a group of current and former professional basketball players and coaches. The first accuses players of using insider information for illegal sports betting. The second alleges rigged poker games involving coaches, high-tech equipment and some prominent organized crime families. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Former FBI Director James Comey is asking a judge to dismiss the criminal charges against him, claiming the prosecution is vindictive and unlawful. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
The Trump administration will continue paying FBI agents despite the ongoing government shutdown that has frozen paychecks for nearly all federal workers, FBI Director Kash Patel announced.
President Trump and FBI Director Kash Patel held a news conference on Wednesday to announce new crime data. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
CBS News has confirmed that thousands of FBI agents, usually tasked with combating domestic terrorism and other national security threats, have been reassigned to immigration enforcement. Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Former FBI director James Comey pleaded not guilty in a Virginia court Wednesday in a criminal case that his lawyers argue is politically motivated. Comey's trial is set for January.
Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, appeared in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since he was charged.
Former FBI director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to charges of lying to Congress and obstruction. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more.
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to two felonies on Wednesday. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen join "The Takeout" to break down the arraignment.
The FBI is ending its long-standing partnership with the Anti-Defamation League. Scott MacFarlane has more.
Attorney General Pam Bondi signed a memo directing agents from the FBI, Drug Enforcement Administration and other Justice Department agencies to assist in guarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities. Camilo Montoya-Galvez has details.
CBS News has learned hundreds of FBI agents and staff have been fired or are leaving due to the government's worker buyout program. It all represents a fork in the road for the bureau. Scott MacFarlane has more.
Sources tell CBS News that on Tuesday night, 800 FBI employees, including a few hundred agents, will be leaving the bureau. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
One source told CBS News that the termination letter to the agents cited their alleged "lack of judgement" in their actions.
Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee are launching an investigation into the ouster of a federal prosecutor, one day after his replacement signed an indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman of New York, who serves on the House committee, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
The Justice Department charged former FBI director James Comey with one count of making a false statement and one count of obstruction. In a message on Instagram, he said he was ready and willing to go to trial. CBS News' Nicole Sganga and Weijia Jiang report.
The Justice Department indicted former FBI Director James Comey on two counts Thursday, marking a major escalation in President Trump's efforts to target his political opponents. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports. Then, Scott Fredericksen, former federal prosecutor, and Peter Zeidenberg, former deputy special counsel for the DOJ, join with analysis.
Sources say the Department of Justice is nearing a decision on whether to charge former FBI director James Comey. It's unclear what kind of case the department is pursuing. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks it all down.
The Department of Homeland Security said at least one person was killed and two others were injured after a gunman opened fire on an ICE field office in Dallas Wednesday. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Kendric Curtis, 18, died at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh hours after being shot by an ATF agent in Aliquippa.
The investigation found that the FBI looked into more than 170 cases of passengers assaulting other passengers on flights in 2024.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News the suspect's backpack is one of the most promising leads in the case, as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie.
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
In the quest to make America healthy, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and former FDA head Dr. David Kessler are targeting ultraprocessed foods and the GRAS exemption.
Nancy Guthrie has been missing since Feb. 1 and her daughter, "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has posted several videos pleading for her return.
President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in December at Mar-a-Lago with Mr. Trump saying the U.S. would support strikes if no deal was made with Iran.
Democrats have demanded reforms to immigration enforcement, including barring officers from wearing masks.
U.S. military forces boarded another sanctioned tanker in the Indian Ocean after tracking the vessel from the Caribbean Sea in an effort to target illicit oil connected to Venezuela, the Pentagon says.
The chief of the U.S. Ski Team says Lindsey Vonn is preparing to return to the United States a week after crashing in the Olympic downhill.
Most retail and food establishments will remain open, but services like mail delivery will be suspended for the federal holiday.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News the suspect's backpack is one of the most promising leads in the case, as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie.
A CBS News investigation found the FBI investigated more than 170 cases of passengers assaulting other passengers on flights in 2024.
Nancy Guthrie has been missing since Feb. 1 and her daughter, "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has posted several videos pleading for her return.
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
Most retail and food establishments will remain open, but services like mail delivery will be suspended for the federal holiday.
Prediction markets are taking bets this Valentine's Day that celebrity relationships can thrive — or break apart.
The inflation reading, the lowest since May 2025, shows grocery, gas and rent prices are cooling.
Amazon's Ring unit touted a "search party" service in its Super Bowl ad, but one critic called the app a "surveillance nightmare."
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
In a CBS News "Things That Matter" town hall, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore blasted President Trump — but also urged Democrats to change their perception as "the party of no and slow."
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Tom Homan and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries join Ed O'Keefe.
Sen. Thom Tillis, who is not running for reelection in 2026, said he believed that Republicans could hold onto its majority in the Senate after the 2026 midterm elections.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Robert Garcia, Democrat of California, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 15, 2026.
President Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in December at Mar-a-Lago with Mr. Trump saying the U.S. would support strikes if no deal was made with Iran.
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
The Trump administration's new discounted drug platform isn't a game-changer for consumers, health care experts said.
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Late Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny's mom says a European assessment that he was poisoned in prison "confirms what we knew from the very beginning."
U.S. military forces boarded another sanctioned tanker in the Indian Ocean after tracking the vessel from the Caribbean Sea in an effort to target illicit oil connected to Venezuela, the Pentagon says.
An explosion and fire at a fireworks shop in eastern China has killed eight people and left two others with minor burns ahead of the Chinese New Year, authorities said.
The online activity of the shooter at a Canadian high school revealed she spent time in the dark corners of the internet.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Robert Garcia, Democrat of California, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 15, 2026.
The high-profile ESPN and SiriusXM commentator and bestselling author is a combative and colorful voice on sports. But now, with a weekly political show in which he interviews government leaders, he is raising eyebrows in Washington, too.
High-profile ESPN and SiriusXM commentator and bestselling author Stephen A. Smith is a combative and colorful voice on sports. But now, with a weekly political show, in which he interviews government leaders, he is gaining notice in Washington, too. Smith talks with "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa about his journey and whether he might soon be on a debate stage.
The singer-songwriter who's remained on Billboard's Hot 100 Chart for seven straight decades has just released his latest album, "Inspirations of Life and Love." A youthful 84, he talks about his artistic longevity.
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including actor James Van Der Beek, star of the series "Dawson's Creek."
At 28, Australian actor Jacob Elordi has earned his first Academy Award nomination for his haunting portrayal of the Creature in Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein." He talks about his love of acting, and why he has no relationship with social media.
If you've been on social media this week, you've likely seen an ominous warning about artificial intelligence in your feed: "Something big is happening." An essay from the CEO of an AI company, Matt Shumer, likens the current moment to February 2020, right before the start of COVID. Nate Soares, co-author of "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies," joins to discuss.
Amazon's Ring unit touted a "search party" service in its Super Bowl ad, but one critic called the app a "surveillance nightmare."
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 Federal Trade Commission sent a letter to Tim Cook one day after President Trump circulated a report raising questions about Apple News' practices.
The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News the suspect's backpack is one of the most promising leads in the case, as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie.
A CBS News investigation found the FBI investigated more than 170 cases of passengers assaulting other passengers on flights in 2024.
Nancy Guthrie has been missing since Feb. 1 and her daughter, "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, has posted several videos pleading for her return.
A black glove discovered near the Arizona home of Nancy Guthrie contains DNA evidence that is being tested, and appears to match the gloves worn by the suspect seen in a doorbell camera video, the FBI says. Andres Gutierrez has more.
The online activity of the shooter at a Canadian high school revealed she spent time in the dark corners of the internet.
The Crew 12 docking came one month after a previous crew had to return to Earth early due to a medical issue.
NASA and SpaceX launched a new mission to the International Space Station with four crew members on board to replace the team that returned last month due to a medical issue with one member. Mark Strassmann has more.
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
NASA and SpaceX say they have completed their final reviews and are ready to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station on Friday. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore, a rising star in the Democratic Party, sits down with CBS News senior correspondent Norah O’Donnell to discuss issues impacting the nation, including the critical 2026 midterm elections and his vision for the future of the Democratic Party.
USA Hockey says girls' participation nationwide has surged 65% over the past 15 seasons, making it one of the fastest growing youth sports in the country. Natalie Brand reports.
Authorities are monitoring a threat in the skies: sexual assaults on airplanes. There's fear the crime is underreported. Scott MacFarlane investigates.
Some of the biggest names going into the Milano Cortina Games are not the ones we're seeing at the very top of the podium. Seth Doane reports.
Revelations from the latest release of Epstein files have forced resignations and sparked new investigations around the globe. Leigh Kiniry has more.