Senate advances measure to end support for Saudi war in Yemen
The bipartisan measure would remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities in Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress
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Mattis: "No smoking gun" implicating Saudi prince in Khashoggi killing
The Pentagon chief also said he doesn't believe the U.S. has the audio recording alleged to portray the murder of Jamal Khashoggi
Graham threatens to withhold vote on spending bill until hearing from CIA on Khashoggi
Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin said the secretary of state and defense secretary told senators the White House kept CIA Director Gina Haspel from testifying
Senators to be briefed by Pompeo and Mattis on Saudis but want to hear from Haspel
The Senate is expected to vote this week on military aid to Saudi Arabia
CIA chief briefs Trump on Khashoggi evidence
Sources tell CBS News CIA Director Gina Haspel has briefed President Trump on what she learned from Turkey about the murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi. Haspel listened to an audio recording that allegedly captured Khashoggi's killing inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul. Saudi officials now call his death "pre-meditated," after originally denying he was captured inside the consulate more than three weeks ago.
Pressure mounts on Saudis as Trump mulls Khashoggi evidence
Turkish president dismisses "childish" Saudi excuses, demands to know where journalist's body is after CIA chief briefs Trump
CIA director Haspel to brief Trump on Khashoggi killing
The CIA director recently returned from Turkey
Saudi prosecutors say Khashoggi killing was premeditated
Ever-changing story from Riyadh falls more in line with widespread accusations of a planned murder as CIA chief to tell Trump what she learned in Turkey
Turkey's president on Khashoggi's death
Turkish president Recep Erdogan said Tuesday that Saudi Arabia "planned and executed" the murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul. His words directly contradicted the Saudi government's account of events. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett explains what we know and how the U.S. might respond.
CIA director travels to Turkey to work on Khashoggi investigation
Trump told reporters "we have top intelligence people in Turkey," but he didn't specify who he meant
CIA Director Gina Haspel: China is "working to diminish U.S. influence"
Haspel, speaking at her alma mater, said the CIA is keeping an eye on China's efforts to expand its influence beyond its own region
Mark Warner on securing elections, combating disinformation: "We're not there yet"
On "Intelligence Matters" this week, the Senate Intelligence Committee's top Democrat, Sen. Mark Warner, said the executive branch is still not up to the task of protecting the country from information operations
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner talks with Michael Morell on "Intelligence Matters" podcast, Aug. 28, 2018
The top Democrat on Senate Select Intelligence talked with Morell about topics ranging from the committee's Russia probe to the politicization of security clearances
CIA Director Gina Haspel announces new leadership picks
She named career analyst to number three role and veteran officer to oversee diversity and inclusion
CIA memo describes "catlike" team members in interrogation sessions
Declassified CIA cables, believed to be authorized by current director Gina Haspel, describe use of "enhanced interrogation" techniques
Trump to appoint career intel analyst as CIA deputy director
Bishop's appointment comes more than two months after Haspel took the agency's helm as its first-ever female director after a protracted confirmation battle
Former deputy director of Central Intelligence talks about caring for families of CIA's fallen
This week on "Intelligence Matters," Morell and McLaughlin talk about the CIA Officers Memorial Foundation. Its core mission is to ensure children of the CIA's fallen are educated. McLaughlin shares some of their stories
Gina Haspel sworn in amid surveillance tensions
"For me, being director is about doing right by all of you, so that you have the tools and support needed to carry out our sacred mission," she said
Haspel sworn in as new CIA director
Gina Haspel spoke about the "vital mission" of the CIA after being sworn in as the next director of the nation's top spy agency. Haspel is the first female directory in CIA history. After the ceremony, CBS News' Olivia Gazis joined CBSN with more on the priorities and challenges facing Haspel.
Trump to attend swearing-in of Gina Haspel
The ceremony for Gina Haspel is taking place Monday morning at agency headquarters in Langley, Virginia
Gina Haspel confirmed as first female director of CIA
She is the first operations officer in more than five decades -- and the first-ever woman -- to be named to the role
Gina Haspel confirmed as CIA director
Gina Haspel will be the first woman to head the Central Intelligence Agency after being confirmed by a 54-45 vote in the Senate on Thursday. CBS News' Olivia Gazis has more on the contentious confirmation process.
Intel committee approves Gina Haspel for CIA
The Senate Intelligence Committee has voted in favor of Gina Haspel for director of the CIA. Haspel is now expected to be confirmed by the full Senate as soon as next week. CBS News' Olivia Gazis joins CBSN with details.
Intelligence Committee approves Gina Haspel's nomination as CIA director
Haspel looks likely to breeze through a full Senate floor vote by the end of the week
Gina Haspel confirmation watch
Democratic Senators Mark Warner and Heidi Heitkamp say they'll support President Trump's pick to lead the CIA. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House correspondent Zeke Miller joins CBSN to discuss how big of a win this is for the administration.
ICE officer fatally shoots woman in Minneapolis, investigation underway
An ICE officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
U.S. seizes oil tankers; Rubio says U.S. will control money from oil sales
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two Venezuela-linked tankers, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. has "tremendous leverage" over the country.
Minneapolis mayor rips ICE after fatal shooting: "Get the f*** out"
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey disputed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's attempt to frame the shooting that killed a 37-year-old woman as an act of self defense by ICE.
Border czar says "I have not seen ICE act out outside of policy"
Border czar Tom Homan said he hasn't seen ICE act in a way that's outside of policy, despite videos showing protesters being tackled and tear-gassed.
Trump speaks with Colombian president Petro amid rising tensions
President Trump spoke on the phone Wednesday with Colombian President Gustavo Petro, after months of tensions between the two leaders boiled over in recent days.
Nick Reiner arraignment postponed again as attorney withdraws
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home in December. Their son Nick Reiner is facing murder charges.
Trump's Greenland remarks are "pissing people off," Danish lawmaker says
Denmark and Greenland requested a meeting with Marco Rubio, which one Danish lawmaker hopes will halt talk "about wanting to acquire Greenland."
2 killed, several wounded in shooting outside Salt Lake City church, officials say
No arrests have been made in the shooting, Salt Lake City police said.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
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2 killed, several wounded in shooting outside Salt Lake City church, officials say
The shooting occurred outside a church building while a funeral service was being held inside, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said in a statement.
Texas ICE official on tension and turmoil in cities across U.S.
Robert Cerna, the acting director of the ICE Field Office in Dallas, Texas, spoke Wednesday on the tension surrounding immigration enforcement action in cities across the U.S.
U.S. to withdraw from 66 international organizations, White House says
Many of the targets are United Nations-related agencies, commissions and advisory panels that focus on climate, labor, migration and other issues.
Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Trump's border czar on Minneapolis ICE shooting: "Let the investigation play out"
Tom Homan told CBS News "it'd be unprofessional" to comment on the incident amid an investigation.
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Trump says he'll ban large investors from buying single-family homes
President Trump said "people live in homes, not corporations," in announcing plans to bar big investors from home purchases.
Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount Skydance's latest hostile bid
Warner Bros. Discovery's board again urged shareholders to reject Paramount Skydance's offer, calling it inferior to Netflix's bid
Pilot who landed jet after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him
Captain Brandon Fisher was commended for helping ensure none of the 177 people aboard flight 1282 were killed when the blowout happened in January 2024.
Fliers left stranded after Venezuela strikes. Can travel insurance help?
Travel insurance won't help most people whose flights were disrupted by the turmoil in Venezuela. Here's what such policies do cover.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
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Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer, a longtime House Democratic leader, to retire
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland will not seek reelection, CBS News has confirmed — ending a congressional career that stretches back to the early 1980s.
Trump speaks with Colombian president Petro amid rising tensions
President Trump spoke on the phone Wednesday with Colombian President Gustavo Petro, after months of tensions between the two leaders boiled over in recent days.
Border czar says "I have not seen ICE act out outside of policy"
Border czar Tom Homan said he hasn't seen ICE act in a way that's outside of policy, despite videos showing protesters being tackled and tear-gassed.
Trump's border czar on Minneapolis ICE shooting: "Let the investigation play out"
Tom Homan told CBS News "it'd be unprofessional" to comment on the incident amid an investigation.
What we know about the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Video from the scene, along with statements from witnesses and local officials, disputes the accounts of federal officials regarding the circumstances that led up to the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman.
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RFK Jr. says it may be "better" if fewer children receive the flu vaccine
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed there is "no scientific evidence" the flu vaccine prevents hospitalizations or death in children, despite previous CDC guidance.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
Flu cases surge across U.S.
There have been at least 11 million cases of the flu so far this season. As cases climb, doctor visits for the flu have hit their highest level in almost three decades, the CDC says. Skyler Henry reports.
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Trump speaks with Colombian president Petro amid rising tensions
President Trump spoke on the phone Wednesday with Colombian President Gustavo Petro, after months of tensions between the two leaders boiled over in recent days.
CBS News poll finds actions in Venezuela divide Americans
Most don't want the U.S. to control Venezuela. Maduro's removal from power draws big backing from MAGA, Republicans.
Trump's Greenland remarks are "pissing people off," Danish lawmaker says
Denmark and Greenland requested a meeting with Marco Rubio, which one Danish lawmaker hopes will halt talk "about wanting to acquire Greenland."
Rand Paul says military action in Greenland "won't happen under my watch"
Sen. Rand Paul says he opposes military action in Greenland as the White House says it is exploring all options for the territory, including military action.
Iran leans into anti-Western bluster as it grapples with deadly protests
Iran says it has hanged a man who spied for Israel and is ready for a new military confrontation as it struggles to tamp down domestic unrest.
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Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Sophie Turner talks new thriller "Steal"
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner is starring in a new thriller series called "Steal." She plays Zara, who works at a London pension fund investment company when thieves force her to help them steal billions of dollars. She talks to CBS Mornings about the series, how she prepared for the role and rising to fame in "Game of Thrones."
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
Nikki Glaser returning to host Golden Globes with "different approach"
Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for a second time and told CBS Mornings about the challenges of picking the perfect jokes.
From the archives: Pioneering dancer Carmen de Lavallade
Dancer, choreographer, actress and teacher Carmen de Lavallade, one of the pioneers of American modern dance, and the first prima ballerina of Creole descent to perform at New York's Metropolitan Opera, died on Dec. 29, 2025 at age 94. In this Dec. 3, 2017 "Sunday Morning" report, de Lavallade talked with Rita Braver about her artistic journey (including her collaborations with Alvin Ailey and future husband Geoffrey Holder), and her decision to boycott a 2017 Kennedy Center Honorees reception following President Trump's remarks about White nationalists who marched in Charlottesville, Va.
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AI company, Google settle lawsuit over Florida teen's suicide linked to chatbot
The terms of the settlement, which was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, were not disclosed.
AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
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.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
Nvidia announces "Vera Rubin" AI platform
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the new "Vera Rubin" AI platform at CES on Monday. CNET reporter David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
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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.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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2 killed, several wounded in shooting outside Salt Lake City church, officials say
The shooting occurred outside a church building while a funeral service was being held inside, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said in a statement.
Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Extended interview: Harlan Coben
In this extended interview, bestselling mystery author Harlan Coben sits down with Major Garrett to unravel his new CBS true crime show, "Final Twist."
Judge denies mistrial for former Uvalde cop
The trial of the former Uvalde, Texas, police officer accused of failing to protect children during the 2022 school shooting there will resume Thursday after a judge denied a motion for a mistrial. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the details.
Harlan Coben on his new show "Final Twist"
Harlan Coben is known for the shocking twists and turns in his bestselling mystery novels, but now the author is turning his hand to the world of true crime with a new show. Coben joins "The Takeout" to preview "Final Twist."
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Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
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Dallas ICE director on Minneapolis shooting
Robert Cerna, acting director of the Dallas ICE field office, joins "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil to discuss the fatal ICE shooting of a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday.
Extended interview: Border czar Tom Homan
Trump border czar Tom Homan speaks with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil about the deadly Minneapolis ICE shooting, the Trump administration's immigration operations and more.
Extended interview: Harlan Coben
In this extended interview, bestselling mystery author Harlan Coben sits down with Major Garrett to unravel his new CBS true crime show, "Final Twist."
Latest on deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Warning: video may be disturbing to some viewers. An ICE agent shot and killed a woman, now identified as 37-year-old Renee Good, Wednesday morning in Minneapolis. CBS News' Nicole Sganga and Anna Schecter report.
Judge denies mistrial for former Uvalde cop
The trial of the former Uvalde, Texas, police officer accused of failing to protect children during the 2022 school shooting there will resume Thursday after a judge denied a motion for a mistrial. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the details.