Funeral home owner accused of selling body parts pleads guilty
Megan Hess, 45, and her mother, Shirley Koch, operated the Sunset Mesa Funeral Home in Montrose, Colorado.
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Giuliani associate Lev Parnas sentenced to 20 months in prison
Parnas was convicted of using the riches of a wealthy Russian to make illegal donations to politicians.
Hearing to focus on Trump's pressure on DOJ
During its fifth public hearing on Thursday, the House select committee investigating January 6 will focus on efforts by former President Donald Trump to influence the Justice Department to overturn the 2020 election results. CBS News' Trinity Chavez joins "CBS News Mornings" with a preview.
Election officials describe Trump's pressure campaign
State election officials from Arizona and Georgia testified about the pressure they felt from then-President Trump to overturn the 2020 election and the threats they received after being falsely accused of fraud. Nikole Killion has the latest.
Trial of former Theranos President Sunny Balwani nears end
Prosecutors portrayed Balwani as a ruthless accomplice who helped former CEO Elizabeth Holmes swindle investors.
Jan. 6 panel will hold two hearings this week
The House select committee investigating Jan. 6 will hold more public hearings this week, focusing on Donald Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential race by pressuring local election officials. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane discussed what to expect on "CBS News Mornings".
100 million Americans face health care debt
More than half of U.S. adults have gone into debt because of medical and dental bills in the last five years, a poll found. In partnership with Kaiser Health News, Anna Werner takes a look at the devastating toll medical debt is taking on families.
Michael Avenatti pleads guilty to fraud and tax charges in California
Avenatti is already serving five years in prison in a federal facility in California for convictions in two cases in New York.
January 6 committee to hear from Republicans
The House January 6 committee is holding its second televised public hearing for this month. The panel will focus on how former President Trump spread baseless claims of election fraud. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined "CBS News Mornings" with a preview.
Ivanka Trump testimony on election integrity
Ivanka Trump said in recorded video testimony shown during the House Jan. 6 committee's first public hearing that she accepted then-Attorney General Bill Barr's conclusion that the 2020 election was not affected by fraud.
Arizona woman pleads guilty in ballot collection operation
An Arizona woman accused of illegally collecting early ballots during the 2020 primary election has pleaded guilty.
Michael Avenatti gets 4 years in prison for defrauding Stormy Daniels
Avenatti was convicted of cheating client Stormy Daniels of hundreds of thousands of dollars in book proceeds.
Elder fraud cases on the rise
The number of scams targeting older Americans increased dramatically last year. Jeff Pegues has more.
Scams targeting older adults skyrocket
Three years ago, a woman received a phone call warning that her bank records had been found in a car with illegal drugs. She paid the caller hundreds of thousands of dollars to avoid trouble. She, like thousands of people over 60, was scammed. Jeff Pegues takes a look.
Man gambles away $358,000 in mistakenly deposited COVID relief in 11 days
The 24-year-old told a court in Abu, Japan, that he was "very sorry" for squandering the funds he received thanks to a clerical error.
SEC arrests Archegos founder on billion-dollar fraud charges
Feds allege Hwang "propped up a $36 billion house of cards by engaging in a constant cycle of manipulative trading."
New York judge holds Trump in contempt
A New York judge is holding former President Donald Trump in contempt and fining him $10,000 a day for failing to turn over documents to investigators with the New York Attorney General's office. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero with more details.
Judge orders Trump held in contempt
A New York judge held former President Donald Trump in contempt and fined him $10,000 a day for failing to comply with a subpoena to turn over documents in a civil fraud investigation. He plans to appeal. CBS News' Tanya Rivero has more.
21 charged in alleged $149 million COVID-19 fraud schemes
Physicians, marketers and medical businesses across nine U.S. federal districts are among those facing charges.
Student jailed for spending almost $1M in student aid on luxury goods
A South African judge said the former accounting student spent almost $1,000 per day for months after a clerical error dumped the cash in her account.
New details in Hunter Biden federal probe
Multiple sources say the federal investigation into Hunter Biden's business practices is broader than previously known. The probe is exploring whether Biden and his associates violated tax, money laundering and foreign lobbying laws. Catherine Herridge takes a look.
I-D thieves socking victims with tax bills for money the crooks make
They tell the IRS their victims are the ones who got the income and hence, have the tax tab.
Woman charged with posing as wounded Marine Corps veteran
Cavanaugh falsely claimed she was being treated for lung cancer from exposure to burn pits in war zones and inhaling particulate matter from a bomb explosion, officials say.
Elizabeth Holmes guilty of 4 fraud charges
A jury found Elizabeth Holmes bilked investors out of their money using false claims about the tech that Theranos had developed. Anna Werner spoke to a former prosecutor who says Holmes' own words incriminated her.
CBS News investigation prompts congressional action
A CBS News investigation into allegations of fraud, waste and abuse at the Department of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is prompting congressional action after senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge broke the story on the “CBS Evening News.”
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As Iran and U.S. appear near a deal, Israel ramps up war in Lebanon
As the U.S. and Iran keep up the bluster but appear ready to de-escalate, Israel expands deadly attacks on the complex war's other front in Lebanon.
Talarico: Paxton "clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption"
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in the Lone Star State, concedes some past statements during debates over transgender policy "missed the mark."
5 of 7 people trapped in flooded Laos cave for more than a week found alive
Five villagers stuck in a flooded cave in central Laos for more than a week were found alive, rescuers said Wednesday, but two others are missing.
Watch Live: Trump holds Cabinet meeting at the White House
President Trump is holding a Cabinet meeting at the White House after moving it from Camp David due to weather.
Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow congressional map found racially discriminatory
Alabama Republicans asked the Supreme Court to allow the state to use a congressional map that would give the GOP an edge in the midterm elections.
Bondi undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer after recent diagnosis
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer, she told CBS News.
At least 1 dead, 9 missing after chemical tank implosion in Washington
The damaged tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. held approximately 900,000 gallons of white liquor, a chemical used in paper processing, authorities said.
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Latino voters turning away from Trump, but warnings remain for Dems, poll says
Hispanic voters are heading into the midterms feeling economically squeezed and increasingly skeptical of the direction of the country — but Democrats are not necessarily running away with their support, a new poll by UnidosUS finds.
Ai Weiwei warns of worsening censorship in the West
Ai Weiwei, who published a new book, "On Censorship," warned the West is "no longer defending very basic humanity, rationality, human rights, freedom of speech."
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Talarico: Paxton "clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption"
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in the Lone Star State, concedes some past statements during debates over transgender policy "missed the mark."
Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow congressional map found racially discriminatory
Alabama Republicans asked the Supreme Court to allow the state to use a congressional map that would give the GOP an edge in the midterm elections.
Bondi undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer after recent diagnosis
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer, she told CBS News.
Ai Weiwei warns of worsening censorship in the West
Ai Weiwei, who published a new book, "On Censorship," warned the West is "no longer defending very basic humanity, rationality, human rights, freedom of speech."
Man accused of hurling rock at rare seal was assaulted, lawyer says
A witness recorded what prosecutors say was a video of Igor Lytvynchuk throwing the rock at a Hawaiian monk seal at a Maui beach.
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The safest vehicles for teen drivers and how much they cost
The Insurance Institute and Consumer Reports ranked 96 of the safest cars for teens. Here's what to know.
BP ousts recently appointed chair over "conduct issues"
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
Kevin Warsh is now leading the Fed. His main challenge is a doozy.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
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Launching a business can be thrilling, but it pays to plan ahead to maximize your chances of success. Here's what to consider (sponsored by AT&T).
Stocks mixed as investors shrug off renewed fighting in Iran
Oil prices were also mixed after U.S. strikes on Iranian forces, underscoring the risks still hanging over markets and consumers.
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Talarico: Paxton "clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption"
Texas state Rep. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in the Lone Star State, concedes some past statements during debates over transgender policy "missed the mark."
Alabama asks Supreme Court to allow congressional map found racially discriminatory
Alabama Republicans asked the Supreme Court to allow the state to use a congressional map that would give the GOP an edge in the midterm elections.
Bondi undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer after recent diagnosis
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer, she told CBS News.
Bo French defeats incumbent in GOP railroad commissioner primary
The three-member Railroad Commission regulates the oil and natural gas industry in Texas. Despite its name, it no longer oversees the railroad industry.
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Latino voters turning away from Trump, but warnings remain for Dems, poll says
Hispanic voters are heading into the midterms feeling economically squeezed and increasingly skeptical of the direction of the country — but Democrats are not necessarily running away with their support, a new poll by UnidosUS finds.
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TV host Ty Pennington on bronchiectasis
HGTV host and designer Ty Pennington opens up about his mother's yearslong battle with bronchiectasis, a chronic lung condition that often goes undiagnosed, and shares tips for caregivers on creating a calm environment. (Sponsored by Insmed)
Trump has third medical exam of the past year
President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes reports.
Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about the chemical tank in California that forced evacuations
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
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Is a shifting tide behind a Russian warning to foreigners in Ukraine?
As Russia hammers Ukraine with bombs and warns foreigners to flee its capital, analysts think it may reflect a war "shifting in favor of Ukrainian forces."
China executes man for poisoning billionaire Netflix producer
Xu Yao was found guilty of killing Lin Qi, the founder of the company that holds the film adaptation rights for the blockbuster sci-fi trilogy "The Three-Body Problem."
Ex-chef who supplied poison for suicides to avoid murder charges
Kenneth Law is a former chef accused of running a number of online forums that offered predominantly young, distressed people advice on how to end their lives.
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As Iran and U.S. appear near a deal, Israel ramps up war in Lebanon
As the U.S. and Iran keep up the bluster but appear ready to de-escalate, Israel expands deadly attacks on the complex war's other front in Lebanon.
5 of 7 people trapped in flooded Laos cave for more than a week found alive
Five villagers stuck in a flooded cave in central Laos for more than a week were found alive, rescuers said Wednesday, but two others are missing.
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Estelle on her latest album "Stay Alta"
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Josh Johnson on new special, career in comedy
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
Top moments from the American Music Awards
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
Extended interview: Josh Johnson
Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.
Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
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Study evaluates AI's accuracy on news
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.
How the U.S. military is using AI in warfare
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
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.
Pope Leo's AI warning rocks tech industry
Pope Leo XIV warns of the dangers of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
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Clues in the Lynette Hooker investigation
An infrared camera mounted on the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas could contain clues about her disappearance, CBS News has learned. Cristian Benavides has more.
China executes man for poisoning billionaire Netflix producer
Xu Yao was found guilty of killing Lin Qi, the founder of the company that holds the film adaptation rights for the blockbuster sci-fi trilogy "The Three-Body Problem."
Matthew Perry's assistant to be sentenced
Matthew Perry's assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, will be the fifth and final person sentenced for playing a role in the actor's 2023 ketamine death. Carter Evans reports.
Ex-chef who supplied poison for suicides to avoid murder charges
Kenneth Law is a former chef accused of running a number of online forums that offered predominantly young, distressed people advice on how to end their lives.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigns after internal probe
Mayor Jacob Frey announced O'Hara's resignation late Tuesday after an investigation found he deleted a contact from his city-issued phone to hide his connection to an employee during a prior investigation.
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NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Teachers union chief calls for tech limits
Randi Weingarten, the president of the American Federation of Teachers, is calling for limits on technology in schools as part of her 10-point action plan to set public schools up for success. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Talarico responds to GOP attacks on past remark
Texas state Rep. and Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico responded to Republican attacks over his past remark that God is "non-binary." "There are some statements that I've made that I certainly regret," He told CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, but accused his GOP opponent Ken Paxton of "intentionally clipping my cringey comments to distract from his career of corruption."
Talarico slams Paxton for "sweetheart deals"
Texas state Sen. James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Texas Senate, pushed back on his GOP opponent Ken Paxton calling him "Tala-freak-o." "If Ken Paxton is worried about freaks, he should stop giving Epstein-style sweetheart deals to pedophiles," Talarico told CBS News' Ed O'Keefe in his first network TV interview since Paxton won the GOP Texas Senate runoff election.
Former USMNT goalkeeper on World Cup roster
Tony Meola, a former professional goalkeeper who represented the U.S. in the 1990, 1994, and 2002 World Cups, joins CBS News 24/7 to weigh in on this year's team roster.
Iran releases video of apparent drone wreck
Iran is claiming it shot down a U.S. drone as the world awaits news of progress in peace talks. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.