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After ISIS swept into Iraq last year, much of the country's army was left in disarray. So the Iraqi government is now relying on Badr Brigades, a notoriously brutal militia group, to defeat ISIS on the ground. Holly Williams reports from Erbil, Iraq.
There were hopes that Kenji Goto's life would be spared after ISIS offered to swap him for a prisoner being held in Jordan, but instead, the extremists killed yet another non-combatant. There was also a possibility of a prisoner exchange in return for an American woman held by ISIS. President Obama says the U.S. is working to rescue her. Holly Williams reports from Erbil, Iraq.
Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Illinois, defends President Obama's strategy to degrade and destroy militants with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, says President Obama does not have the right strategy to degrade and destroy extremists with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
The latest in the fight against Islamic extremists and 2016 politics, with Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Illinois, former Secretary of State James Baker, and others.
Former Secretary of State James Baker says the U.S. should push Middle Eastern allies like Turkey and Saudi Arabia to commit ground troops to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Nasser Judeh says his government has seen "no proof of life" of a Jordanian military pilot held by Islamic extremists.
CBS News' Holly Williams reports from Iraq on the latest developments in the fight against extremists with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, explains why he believes he can win a Republican presidential primary despite some positions at odds with the GOP base.
The militant group ISIS has released another gruesome video, this time showing the execution of kidnapped Japanese journalist Kenji Goto. The Japanese government says it appears to show his beheading at the hands of his captors. Holly Williams reports.
After multiple deadlines have come and gone, the fates of two hostages held by ISIS remain unclear. Japan is deadlocked in negotiations over efforts to free a freelance journalist, while the family of a captured Jordanian pilot has not heard anything about him. Charlie D'Agata reports from London.
The hostage negotiations between Jordan, Japan and ISIS are raising questions about the way countries deal with terror groups. CBS News national security analyst Juan Zarate joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the latest.
The deadline for Jordan's possible prisoner swap with ISIS has passed by nearly a day, as we wait to find out if the two hostages held by the extremist group are dead or alive. Jordan is refusing to hand over their prisoner unless they get assurance that their air force pilot is alive. Charlie D'Agata reports.
White House spokesman Eric Schultz explains why the U.S. would negotiate a prisoner swap with the Taliban but not with ISIS.
A Thursday morning deadline set by ISIS to spare the life of a Jordanian military pilot passed, and his fate, as well as that of captive Japanese journalist Kenji Goto, is unknown. The terror group demanded the release of a failed female suicide bomber imprisoned in Jordan. Charlie D'Agata reports from London.
The fate of a Jordanian pilot and a Japanese journalist held hostage by ISIS could be determined within hours Thursday morning. Government officials in Jordan say they are ready to trade a failed female suicide bomber for the pilot, while Japanese officials say they're putting their trust in Jordan. Charlie D'Agata reports from London.
The government of Jordan says it will release a failed female suicide bomber in exchange for a Jordanian pilot. It comes after ISIS set a 24-hour deadline for killing a second Japanese hostage if the extremist group's demands aren't met. Holly Williams reports from Erbil, Iraq.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss whether Jordan will trade an imprisoned female suicide bomber for Japanese journalist Kenji Goto.
ISIS has just released a new video, apparently of Japanese hostage Kenji Goto, along with renewed demands for the release of a female jihadi being held in a Jordanian prison. CBSN's Elaine Quijano reports.
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-California, discusses how the U.S. should approach tensions in the Middle East, from Afghanistan to the Arabian Peninsula.
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, says President Obama's administration hasn't articulated a strategy to deal with tensions in the Middle East, from Yemen to Iraq to Iran.
The radical Islamic group appears to have beheaded one of the two Japanese nationals it has been holding hostage. But an audio recording said that ISIS is now willing to swap a second hostage not for ransom, but for a failed female suicide bomber being held in a Jordanian prison. Holly Williams reports from Istanbul.
An audio message and photograph purportedly released by ISIS claims to show the execution of one of the Japanese hostages being held by the group. The Japanese government says it is investigating the authenticity of the message.
ISIS released a video on Tuesday demanding $200 million to save the lives of two Japanese hostages. The fate of the men is unknown after the terror group's ultimatum passed. Charlie D'Agata reports from London.
Vice President Joe Biden joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss President Obama's State of the Union address and recent reports of shots fired near his Delaware home.
As Trump mulls his options, Iran's top diplomat claims more than two weeks of deadly anti-government unrest is under control, and he's willing to negotiate.
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Fed Chairman Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, he says.
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
President Trump on Saturday announced that Venezuela has "started the process" of releasing its political prisoners.
A U.S. Coast Guard crew on Friday rescued a 68-year-old man who had become stranded one day earlier while surfing in Puerto Rico.
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
Mary Peltola served as Alaska's representative in the U.S. House from 2022 to 2025.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
Mary Peltola served as Alaska's representative in the U.S. House from 2022 to 2025.
A U.S. Coast Guard crew on Friday rescued a 68-year-old man who had become stranded one day earlier while surfing in Puerto Rico.
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.
A disturbance at a prison in northern Georgia Sunday afternoon left three inmates dead and 12 more injured along with a guard, authorities say.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
Mattel is introducing a Barbie with autism as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate diversity.
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
Midsize cities like Pittsburgh and Columbia, South Carolina, offer some of the best employment prospects, analysis finds.
The White House said it will review its protocols for releasing economic data after President Trump's "inadvertent public disclosure."
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
Mary Peltola served as Alaska's representative in the U.S. House from 2022 to 2025.
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
The potential for a major nurses strike in New York City is growing by the minute, with major hospitals and the New York State Nurses Association failing to get a deal done before Sunday's midnight deadline.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
As Trump mulls his options, Iran's top diplomat claims more than two weeks of deadly anti-government unrest is under control, and he's willing to negotiate.
The father of the groom said his wife and sister-in-law were also killed in the explosion, BBC News reported.
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
Images on social media showed five heads tied with ropes on two wooden posts at a popular whale watching destination in Ecuador's southwest.
"I think Congress will stop [President Trump', both Democrats and Republicans," Sen. Tim Kaine about any plans to take Greenland by military force.
The NAACP Image Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in arts and entertainment. Comedian and actor Deon Cole and NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson exclusively reveal some of the nominees on CBS Mornings for this year's awards.
Bob Weir, a co-founder and guitarist for the iconic rock band the Grateful Dead, has died at 78. Anthony Mason looks back at Weir's life and music career.
Entertainment Tonight co-hosts Nischelle Turner and Kevin Frasier break down the winners, surprises and big moments from the Golden Globes.
At the first major awards show of the season, "One Battle After Another" and "Adolescence" both won four awards. In a surprise win, "Hamnet" upset "Sinners" for best motion picture for a drama.
From historic wins to powerful speeches, here are the highlights and most memorable moments from the 2026 Golden Globes.
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.
In his new book "Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime," former FBI Counterintelligence Operative Eric O'Neill describes the art of outsmarting cybercriminals and protecting your data and wallet. O'Neill spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about steps people can take to stay safe online.
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.
Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers.
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
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.
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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."
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.
A fire broke out at a Jackson, Mississippi, synagogue. CBS News' Jason Allen has more on the investigation into potential arson.
Authorities arrested a suspect after a fire badly damaged the largest synagogue in Mississippi. Investigators say the fire pattern and video surveillance point to arson. Jason Allen reports.
Prosecutors say was it an elaborate double-murder scheme to frame another man in the stabbing of his wife.
A disturbance at a prison in northern Georgia Sunday afternoon left three inmates dead and 12 more injured along with a guard, authorities say.
Michael McKee, 39, is accused of shooting and killing his ex-wife, Monique, and her husband, Spencer Tepe. The couple was found dead in their Columbus, Ohio, home last month. Ali Bauman reports.
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
Four crew members aboard the International Space Station will be brought home more than a month early in the coming days as NASA cuts its mission short due to health concerns. NASA says the ailing astronaut is stable and while it is not an emergency, weeks more in space are not in the best interest of their health.
The crew at the International Space Station will return home early because of what NASA is calling a medical concern with a crew member. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA on Thursday postponed a scheduled spacewalk on the International Space Station due to a "medical concern." CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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.
The NAACP Image Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in arts and entertainment. Comedian and actor Deon Cole and NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson exclusively reveal some of the nominees on CBS Mornings for this year's awards.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell released a video announcing a Justice Department investigation apparently targeting him. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
President Trump says Iranian leaders have reached out to "negotiate," adding that the U.S. may have to act as violence climbs at anti-government protests. CBS News' Holly Williams and Aaron Navarro report.
A fire broke out at a Jackson, Mississippi, synagogue. CBS News' Jason Allen has more on the investigation into potential arson.
Musician Bob Weir has died at the age of 78, his family announced. CBS News' Anthony Mason has more on Weir's legacy as a founding member of the Grateful Dead.