Cold case murder of 8-year-old girl in 1988 cracked using genealogy sites
"In general we're hoping to get matches that share enough DNA to be at least second to third cousins. If we get that we're in pretty good shape"
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"In general we're hoping to get matches that share enough DNA to be at least second to third cousins. If we get that we're in pretty good shape"
Police have arrested a man in the 1988 slaying of an 8-year-old Indiana girl. An affidavit released by the Allen County prosecutor says investigators have DNA evidence linking John Miller to the assault and killing of April Tinsley. WANE-TV's Angelica Robinson reports.
Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill says his "name and reputation have been dragged through the gutter"
There are growing calls for the Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill to step down after two women accused him of sexual harassment. Hill has called the allegations "vicious and false" and said he will not step down. Kenneth Craig reports.
Attorney General Curtis Hill said in a statement he has been "falsely accused of some of the same crimes I spent 28 years prosecuting"
An Indiana church has placed the holy family in a cage on their lawn -- they say it is part of their "Every Family is Holy Campaign"
A customer's gun slipped out of his pants while he was testing a couch and a child was the first to find the weapon -- firing it once
Freight train derailed and several train cars caught fire in southwest Indiana, forcing a mandatory evacuation
Federal agents are searching for a suspect in the shooting of an ATF agent during a "buy and bust" operation Thursday in Gary, Indiana. Another suspect was killed and two more were arrested at the scene. CBS News correspondent Dean Reynolds reports.
The agent sustained critical injuries but was in stable condition, an official said
With a smile on her face, cap on her head and a heart drawn on her bandages, Italia McAllister defied the odds and collected her diploma
Under Indiana law, a 13-year-old can only be tried as an adult if a murder was successful
Sgt. Tony Slocum, a friend of the fallen officer, said, "he would be proud of the great young lady" his daughter has become
Eight-year-old Jordan McLinn of Indiana stood by President Trump as he signed the "Right to Try Act"
A science teacher who was shot while tackling an armed student at a suburban Indianapolis middle school spoke about the incident for the first time. Jason Seaman discussed the shooting during a press conference in Noblesville, Indiana. Another student was also shot, and her family said that she was in critical but stable condition at a hospital.
The principal of Noblesville West Middle School said Monday that student Ella Whistler is doing better
Jason Seaman was shot while tackling armed student at suburban Indianapolis middle school
"We will spend the next days and weeks processing what happened and why," the student's family says
Jason Seaman issued a statement from the hospital saying "I want to let everyone know that I was injured but am doing great"
A student is accused of bringing guns to school and opening fire. This time, it was at a middle school north of Indianapolis. Two were wounded -- a student and a teacher, who is being called a hero for stopping the shooter and preventing more bloodshed. Adriana Diaz reports.
Police in Noblesville, Indiana say a student asked to be excused from class at a middle school Friday morning before returning with two handguns and opening fire, wounding a student and teacher.
One student said he saw his science teacher tackle the gunman; still not clear how shooter was apprehended
An Indiana teacher surprised her second-graders with a trip to the ice cream parlor – and got a surprise herself when a stranger paid for it all
Barry Freeman can be seen firing round after round, first from an AR-15 rifle and later from a shotgun
Some families with loved ones laid to rest in an Indiana cemetery were dismayed by what happened to the flowers they brought
Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event, stretching across two-thirds of the U.S.
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
The Department of Homeland Security disputes a Minnesota school district's claims that ICE agents used a 5-year-old boy as bait before taking the boy and his father into custody Wednesday.
While the first trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. are a milestone, the issue of territorial concessions remains the key sticking point
Five people have been arrested in connection with the Sunday shooting of a judge and his wife in Indiana, according to authorities.
The Treasury Department announced it's sanctioning nine vessels that transport Iranian oil, as well as the ships' owners.
A court hears that President Trump's youngest son called police to report an ongoing attack on a female friend in Britain after seeing it on a video chat.
Delta said it is canceling flights at some airports in Texas, Oklahoma and other states because of the massive winter storm expected to blast much of the U.S.
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed Thursday from the President's House historical site in Philadelphia.
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
The Treasury Department announced it's sanctioning nine vessels that transport Iranian oil, as well as the ships' owners.
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Delta said it is canceling flights at some airports in Texas, Oklahoma and other states because of the massive winter storm expected to blast much of the U.S.
"Child care costs are just incredibly daunting for all but the wealthiest Americans," one financial expert said.
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said President Trump called him after the April 2025 arson attack at his home in Harrisburg. He recalled the "strange conversation" he had with Mr. Trump to CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell for "CBS Sunday Morning."
The Treasury Department announced it's sanctioning nine vessels that transport Iranian oil, as well as the ships' owners.
Vice President JD Vance's acknowledgement came after he implored state leaders to help deescalate the situation in Minneapolis.
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
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.
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
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.
Russia's relentless strikes leave families in Kyiv without heat and power, and keep schools closed for at least a month.
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
Benoit Bourguet, 47, was competing in a rowing race from Spain to Antigua when large waves capsized his single-man vessel.
A court hears that President Trump's youngest son called police to report an ongoing attack on a female friend in Britain after seeing it on a video chat.
While the first trilateral talks between Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. are a milestone, the issue of territorial concessions remains the key sticking point
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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 billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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.
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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.
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, will be back in court Friday for more discussions on potential evidence for his trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Joanne Young has waived her right to anonymity as her ex-husband and five other men face trial for allegedly sexually abusing her over 13 years.
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
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.
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
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.
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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.
In 2001, actor and Sundance Film Festival founder Robert Redford discussed the disappointment of meeting celebrities before he became famous. "When you usually saw the people that they were, they were usually disappointing, as I'm sure I am," he said. Redford died in September.
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
President Trump attended the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, amid growing tensions over his threats surrounding a U.S. Greenland acquisition. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe spoke to several U.S. and world power players who weighed in on America's impact abroad.
The dangerous winter storm that is bound to impact about half of Americans across the U.S. will cripple many throughout the weekend. Meteorologist Zoe Mintz has the latest weather forecast.
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.