FBI received a tip about accused school shooter but didn't follow up
Person contacted the FBI's Public Access Line reporting Nikolas Cruz's gun ownership, desire to kill others, erratic behavior
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Sessions orders review of FBI, DOJ procedures after school shooting
Attorney General Jeff Sessions said Friday the shooting that killed 17 people was a "tragic consequence" of the FBI's failures
Sessions: "We've got to confront the problem" of school shootings
Sessions called the Florida shooting a tragedy while delivering remarks a sheriffs conference in D.C.
Berkeley becomes "sanctuary city for cannabis"
The city voted in favor of a resolution to allow Berkeley to become a sanctuary for cannabis customers, businesses and providers
Official's departure adds to strain of vacancies at Justice
Rachel Brand's resignation adds to the turmoil currently plaguing the DOJ
Grassley tells Attorney General Sessions his memo doesn't comply with law
The Senate Judiciary Committee chairman says a recent directive Sessions wrote about communications between DOJ employees and Congress needs to be revised
Jeff Sessions continues as attorney general in spite of Trump's open criticism
Trump had criticized Sessions for months after his decision to step aside from the intensifying Russia investigation
What if Trump did try to fire Mueller? Why does it matter?
President Trump called reports that he ordered Special Counsel Robert Mueller fired "fake news"
Trump calls report he ordered Mueller fired "fake news"
President reportedly told White House counsel Don McGahn to fire special counsel in June, and McGahn refused
Report: FBI director threatened to resign over pressure to fire deputy
FBI Director Chris Wray was allegedly pressured by Trump administration to fire Deputy FBI Director Andrew McCabe, Axios reported
Sessions interviewed in special counsel's Russia probe
Sessions was interviewed last week as part of Robert Mueller's probe
Trump hosts discussion on prison reform
The administration, which has emphasized punishing crime, wants to reduce the rate of recidivism
Some Trump supporters unhappy with DOJ's anti-pot stance
The move feels especially punitive to Trump voters who work in the growing industry around legalized marijuana
Legal pot's high is thwarted by leery bankers
Weed was on a roll with California's legalization, but Jeff Sessions has made doing business far more difficult
States with legal pot vow to fight DOJ memo
A decision to reverse a policy that allowed legal marijuana adds confusion for states like Washington, Colorado and California
Attorney general snuffs out policy that let pot flourish
Jeff Sessions is rescinding policy that allowed states to legalize marijuana without federal intervention
Seattle mayor marijuana press conference
Mayor Jenny Durkan is expected to condemn Trump administration for overreach
Live: White House briefing January 4, 2018
Watch the White House press briefing Thursday with White House Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders
Man planned ISIS-inspired Christmas Day attack in San Francisco: FBI
Everitt Aaron Jameson has been charged with providing material support for terrorism
Face the Nation, 07.10.11
Bob Schieffer is joined by Treasure Secretary Timothy Geithner, Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.), and Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) to discuss the necessary steps to be made in order for the White House and congress to reach an agreement over a budget plan and ultimately raising the debt ceiling; Also, Bob Schieffer comments on the future of the budget plan agreements.
Sessions addresses Trump's claim that FBI's reputation is in "tatters"
Reporters pressed the attorney general on whether he agrees with the president's assessment
Rod Rosenstein to Congress: I haven't seen "good cause" to fire Mueller
Deputy Attorney General testified before the House Judiciary Committee for an oversight hearing.
Trump calls for stricter immigration policy after NYC attack
President Trump said Monday's attack could have been avoided if the suspect had not been allowed to enter the country
"New Alabama vs. old Alabama": On the ground for the special election
Big names will be pouring into Alabama in the final days before the election: Sen. Cory Booker is set to campaign Saturday, Steve Bannon on Monday
Former DOJ Civil Rights head calls Harvard probe "unprecedented"
The Trump Justice Department hasn't opened many civil rights investigations, but it has launched a probe into affirmative action practices at the university
Trump backs off from tariff threat over Greenland
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
Maps show where winter storm threatens to bring snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, thick ice and brutal cold are expected to make the winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event for nearly 30 states.
Trump says he won't take Greenland by force as allies push back at Davos
President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
What to know about Trump's "Board of Peace"
The "Board of Peace" was first announced as part of the peace plan for Gaza. President Trump has recently suggested that its work could extend more broadly.
House Oversight Committee recommends holding Clintons in contempt in Epstein probe
The standoff with Bill and Hillary Clinton escalated after they refused to appear in person before the committee.
DOJ's call for resources in Minnesota includes military attorneys, auditors
The Justice Dept. is calling for resources to be sent to Minnesota as it expands its fraud investigation in the state.
ICE launches latest immigration arrest operation in Maine
Federal agents this week launched a new immigration enforcement operation in Maine, the latest front of the Trump administration's widening mass deportation campaign.
Supreme Court seems likely to let Lisa Cook keep job on Fed Board
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors last August. Courts have so far allowed her to continue serving in her role while litigation continues.
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Justice Dept. kills cases cracking down on auto emissions cheating
The Justice Department ordered prosecutors to drop all pending cases targeting the sale of illicit "defeat devices" in diesel-powered vehicles.
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Maps show where winter storm threatens to bring snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, thick ice and brutal cold are expected to make the winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event for nearly 30 states.
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Justice Dept. kills cases cracking down on auto emissions cheating
The Justice Department ordered prosecutors to drop all pending cases targeting the sale of illicit "defeat devices" in diesel-powered vehicles.
Wealth inequality in America just hit its widest gap in three decades.
Nearly one-third of U.S. household wealth was held by the top 1% in the third quarter of 2025.
ICE launches latest immigration arrest operation in Maine
Federal agents this week launched a new immigration enforcement operation in Maine, the latest front of the Trump administration's widening mass deportation campaign.
DOJ's call for resources in Minnesota includes military attorneys, auditors
The Justice Dept. is calling for resources to be sent to Minnesota as it expands its fraud investigation in the state.
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Wealth inequality in America just hit its widest gap in three decades.
Nearly one-third of U.S. household wealth was held by the top 1% in the third quarter of 2025.
Trump touts policies aimed at promoting homeownership in Davos speech
President Trump said his plans for boosting home affordability are already helping, but stopped short of providing details.
Ryanair CEO on Elon Musk: "I suspect he's a bigger idiot than me"
Budget airline Ryanair launches "big idiot" fare promotion after CEO Michael O'Leary and Elon Musk trade insults.
Ford recalls some 119,000 vehicles due to engine block heater fire risk, NHTSA says
Ford is recalling roughly 119,000 vehicles because their engine block heaters have a defect that increases the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Ex-flight attendant got hundreds of free flights posing as pilot, DOJ says
A former flight attendant for a Canadian airline posed as a commercial pilot and as a current flight attendant to obtain hundreds of free flights from U.S. airlines, authorities said.
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Justice Dept. kills cases cracking down on auto emissions cheating
The Justice Department ordered prosecutors to drop all pending cases targeting the sale of illicit "defeat devices" in diesel-powered vehicles.
ICE launches latest immigration arrest operation in Maine
Federal agents this week launched a new immigration enforcement operation in Maine, the latest front of the Trump administration's widening mass deportation campaign.
DOJ's call for resources in Minnesota includes military attorneys, auditors
The Justice Dept. is calling for resources to be sent to Minnesota as it expands its fraud investigation in the state.
Trump touts policies aimed at promoting homeownership in Davos speech
President Trump said his plans for boosting home affordability are already helping, but stopped short of providing details.
Trump backs off from tariff threat over Greenland
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
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Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
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.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
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.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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Trump touts policies aimed at promoting homeownership in Davos speech
President Trump said his plans for boosting home affordability are already helping, but stopped short of providing details.
Trump backs off from tariff threat over Greenland
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
What to know about Trump's "Board of Peace"
The "Board of Peace" was first announced as part of the peace plan for Gaza. President Trump has recently suggested that its work could extend more broadly.
World is entering era of "water bankruptcy," U.N. report warns
Water sources are being depleted faster than they can be restored, according to a new report from United Nations researchers.
World's oldest cave art — the outline of a hand — found in Indonesia
The fingers of one of the hands were "retouched to become pointed like claws," the study's co-author said.
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Prince Harry says U.K. tabloid court battle is "not just about me"
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.
Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
David Beckham responds amid family feud
Brooklyn Beckham, the oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, accused his parents in a social media statement of trying to undermine his marriage and of valuing "public promotion" over family. David Beckham acknowledged the allegations and responded, saying, "they make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes." Adriana Diaz has more.
Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees announced
"CBS Mornings" exclusively announces the newest inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Anthony Mason reports.
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2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees revealed on "CBS Mornings"
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
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Nonprofit helps to cut down on screen time
On average, young people between the ages of 8 and 18 spend about 7.5 hours a day on their screens, not including school work. A growing nonprofit is trying to change that alarming trend. The Balance Project focuses on delaying the use of smartphones for kids and encouraging more time with friends and independent play outside. Meg Oliver shows how.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
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.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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.
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Florida Keys boat captain accused of selling cocaine found at sea
A charter boat captain in the Florida Keys was arrested for allegedly selling cocaine that was reportedly found at sea, authorities said.
Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
Trump admits ICE may make mistakes
President Trump commented on ICE raids in the U.S. as the Justice Department served subpoenas for multiple Democratic officials in Minnesota. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Suspect in "Colonial Parkway murders" linked to more cold-case killings
The suspect in the "Colonial Parkway murders" that shook Virginia in the 1980s has been linked to 2 more of the killings, investigators announced.
Synthetic drug ring busted in "largest-ever operation" of its kind
Authorities dismantled 24 industrial-scale labs and seized around 1,000 tons of chemicals used to make street drugs such as MDMA, amphetamine and meth.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
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.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
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.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Concerns mount over Reza Valizadeh
Reza Valizadeh, a 49-year-old dual U.S.-Iranian citizen and longtime critic of Iran, was arrested in September 2024 by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard. He is now one of at least four Iranian-Americans currently held in Iran. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more.
Trump enacted several pillars of Project 2025
President Trump distanced himself from Project 2025 when he returned to office a year ago, but his administration has rolled out policies that closely align with many of its pillars. Alex Gangitano, White House reporter for Politico, joined CBS News to discuss.
Inside look at SCOTUS arguments on Lisa Cook
The Supreme Court seemed likely to let Lisa Cook keep her job on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors as they heard arguments in the case Wednesday. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more.
Trump says he has "framework" of Greenland deal
President Trump announced on Wednesday that he has "formed the framework of a future deal" regarding Greenland after speaking with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Kentucky Gov. Beshear on Trump Davos remarks
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear attended the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and denounced President Trump's remarks, in which he demanded the U.S. acquisition of Greenland and questioned the NATO alliance and the future of Europe. Beshear spoke to CBS News' Ed O'Keefe about Mr. Trump's comments, which he made before several European leaders.