Death sentence for kidnap, killing
A Missouri judge on Jan. 11 sentenced Craig Wood to death in the kidnap, rape and murder of 10-year-old Hailey Owens, who was kidnapped off the street in 2014. Collin Lingo reports for CBS affiliate KOLR.
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Army trainee uses rifle to hijack school bus
An armed Army trainee at Fort Jackson in South Carolina is facing kidnapping charges for hijacking a school bus filled with children. David Martin reports.
Missing Illinois student
A student in her 20's was abducted and is believed to be dead. Officials arrested a man in connection with the kidnapping. CBS News reporter Anna Werner spoke with CBSN about the case.
Model's kidnapping claim
A British model says she was kidnapped by a criminal group that planned to sell her as a slave on the dark web. CBSN's Anne-Marie Green has the story.
Chinese scholar's kidnapping
Brendt Christensen, the man charged in the kidnapping of a Chinese scholar, allegedly spoke about what makes an ideal victim. A prosecutor described the alleged comments at Christensen's second court hearing Wednesday. He is being held without bond after the June kidnapping of Yingying Zhang. Anna Werner reports.
Kidnap suspect in court
The man suspected of kidnapping a missing Chinese grad student at the University of Illinois is facing federal charges and is set to appear in court. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner joins CBSN with more on this developing story.
Chinese visiting scholar's abduction
Brendt Christensen is facing federal charges in the June kidnapping of Yingying Zhang, a Chinese visiting scholar, and is set to make his second court appearance Wednesday. If convicted, the Illinois man could serve life in prison. Anna Werner reports.
New details in student disappearance
An Illinois man accused of kidnapping a Chinese exchange student will appear before a judge Monday. When investigators reviewed the search history on Brendt Christensen's phone, it showed he had visited a website about abduction. Investigators don't believe the student is still alive. Tony Dokoupil reports.
"48 Hours"
"48 Hours: Serial Confessions" shares the shocking story of Kala Brown, the woman captured and held captive in a storage container last year. "48 Hours" producer Paul LaRosa joins CBSN with more on the story.
Fake kidnapping scams
American law enforcement is warning people about a rise in a particular scam where callers tell someone their loved one has been kidnapped and demand money for their safety. Anna Werner spoke to one couple who lost $17,000.
"48 Hours" preview
From the night 8-year-old Jennifer Schuett was kidnapped from her bed -- assaulted and left for dead -- she vowed to find the man who hurt her. It took nearly 20 years, but her determination paid off. Michelle Miller joins "CBS This Morning" to preview "'48 Hours' Live to Tell: Afraid of the Dark," airing Saturday at 10/9c on CBS.
WorldView: Myanmar fighting & more headlines
An insurgent group Myanmar has attacked and destroyed an army base right by the border with Thailand. Two more kidnapped university students have been killed in Nigeria. Russia cracks down on the opposition movement led by Alexey Navalny. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with a roundup of headlines around the world.
Abducted girl meets parents
A girl who was abducted from a Florida hospital in 1998 was reunited with her parents after nearly two decades. Investigators found 18-year-old Kamiyah Mobley living in a small town in South Carolina, almost 200 miles from where she disappeared. The woman she thought was her mother was charged with kidnapping and interference with custody. Tony Dokoupil reports.
Assault suspects charged
Four suspects were charged with hate crimes, kidnapping, battery and other offenses after beating and kicking an 18-year-old victim described as mentally challenged, and streaming video of the incident live on Facebook. Dean Reynolds has more.
Sneak peek: The Birthday Party
A federal prosecutor kidnapped at gunpoint on his birthday recounts his bizarre hostage ordeal. Watch "48 Hours Live to Tell," Saturday, Dec. 24 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
The appeal of covering war
A 60 Minutes journalist narrowly escapes a car bomb in Iraq-- the place where he was kidnapped eight years ago. Why go back?
Preview: Don't Mess with Mary Quin
After narrowly surviving being held hostage, former-Xerox exec Mary Quin tells 60 Minutes how she brought a radical British cleric to justice for his role in the kidnapping. Bill Whitaker reports on Sunday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
Confession in 1989 MN killing
A chilling confession brings a close to a child kidnapping case that made national headlines nearly three decades ago. Danny Heinrich admitted Tuesday to killing 11-year-old Jacob Wetterling in 1989. The 53-year-old also confessed to sexually assaulting another boy. Jamie Yuccas reports.
1989 Minnesota cold case
Eleven-year-old Jacob Wetterling was abducted from St. Joseph, Minnesota, in 1989. Danny Heinrich, a person of interest in the boy's kidnapping, helped investigators find Wetterling. He's in jail on child pornography charges. Jamie Yuccas reports from St. Joseph, a community seeking closure.
What would you do if a stranger grabbed your child, and tried to pull him or her away from you? That frightening scenario played out in Florida on a store's surveillance video
What would you do if a stranger grabbed your child, and tried to pull him or her away from you? That frightening scenario played out in Florida on a store's surveillance video. David Begnaud has more.
A Florida mom fought back when a man attempted to kidnap her 13-year-old daughter, and an off-duty police officer helped arrest the 30-year-old suspect
A Florida mom fought back when a man attempted to kidnap her 13-year-old daughter, and an off-duty police officer helped arrest the 30-year-old suspect. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Reena Nina have the story.
A four-day long manhunt has ended in the search for Flint Wayne Harrison and his son Dereck
A four-day long manhunt has ended in the search for Flint Wayne Harrison and his son Dereck. They were taken into custody Saturday when the father turned himself in to police for allegedly beating and kidnapping a woman and her four daughters near Salt Lake City, Utah. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest details.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate talk about where ISIS gets its money and how the international community can stop cut off the terror group's revenue
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate talk about where ISIS gets its money and how the international community can stop cut off the terror group's revenue.
A teen who was reported missing from Alabama in 2002 has been found living in Cleveland, Ohio
A teen who was reported missing from Alabama in 2002 has been found living in Cleveland, Ohio. His father is accused of kidnapping him 13 years ago. "48 Hours" Crimesider's Julia Dahl joins CBSN with details of how the mystery was solved.
Criminals randomly call people, claiming they've abducted a loved one, and the only way to get them back is to pay up
The FBI has been sounding the alarm about the rise of virtual kidnappings. Here's how it works: criminals randomly call people, claiming they've abducted a loved one, and the only way to get them back is to pay up. Several cities are seeing an increase in these scams, including the Los Angeles area. Mireya Villarreal spoke with one family that was targeted.
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Brown and MIT manhunt live updates as sources say shootings may be linked
Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a person of interest in the deadly shooting at Brown University.
"Fraud tourists" went to Minnesota to make money off state programs, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors announced new indictments Thursday in the widening Minnesota fraud scandal, this time involving two Philadelphia-based men accused of traveling to the state.
House Democrats release 68 more photos from Epstein estate
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released a new batch of 68 photos obtained from Jeffrey Epstein's estate. Follow live updates here.
TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Authorities searching for car they believe Brown shooting suspect rented, sources say
Nuno Loureiro, who taught plasma physics at MIT, was shot to death at his home in Brookline, Massachusetts, two days after the shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island.
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and wife, kids among 7 killed in plane crash, officials say
Seven passengers aboard a business jet that crashed Thursday at a regional airport in North Carolina have died, the State Highway Patrol said.
Half of $18B paid out by Medicaid in MN may be fraudulent, official says
About half or more of the roughly $18 billion in claims paid out by Medicaid to Minnesota-run programs may have been fraudulent, and at least 14 programs were likely exploited, a federal prosecutor said Thursday.
Kennedy Center Board votes to change name to Trump-Kennedy Center, White House says
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Kennedy Center's Board of Trustees voted unanimously to change its name.
Tren de Aragua leader known as "The Unspeakable" charged in U.S. federal court
Federal prosecutors allege Hector Rusthenford Guerrero, 42, grew Tren de Aragua from a prison gang to a global crime syndicate.
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Brown and MIT manhunt live updates as sources say shootings may be linked
Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a person of interest in the deadly shooting at Brown University.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Dec. 21)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor for robbery, drug convictions
Jelly Roll had said a pardon would make it easier for him to travel internationally for concert tours and to perform Christian missionary work without requiring burdensome paperwork.
Tren de Aragua leader known as "The Unspeakable" charged in U.S. federal court
Federal prosecutors allege Hector Rusthenford Guerrero, 42, grew Tren de Aragua from a prison gang to a global crime syndicate.
Instacart to pay $60M in refunds over allegations it deceived customers
Instacart's "unlawful tactics" hurt shoppers and raised the cost of groceries, according to the FTC.
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TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Instacart to pay $60M in refunds over allegations it deceived customers
Instacart's "unlawful tactics" hurt shoppers and raised the cost of groceries, according to the FTC.
Trump announces "warrior dividend" for military. Here's what to know.
The president announced the one-time payments during his White House address on Wednesday. Here's what to know about timing, taxes and more.
Small businesses face affordability crunch as tariff and other costs rise
Some small business owners say they're struggling to stay afloat because of higher tariff, health insurance and energy costs.
CPI report shows the inflation rate rose at a 2.7% pace in November
Economists had expected CPI to rise at an annual rate of 3% last month.
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TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Who is Erica Knight, the FBI's so-called "Kash Whisperer?"
An FBI media adviser has emerged as one of Kash Patel's fiercest public defenders and promoters of the bureau under his leadership.
Trump administration unveils proposals to cut off transgender care for minors
The proposals run counter to the recommendations of most major U.S. medical organizations.
Kennedy Center Board votes for new name to be Trump-Kennedy Center, White House says
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Kennedy Center's Board of Trustees voted unanimously to change its name.
Democrats push for last-minute vote on expiring health care subsidies
House Democrats called for GOP leaders to hold a last-minute vote on extending the enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits Thursday.
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Trump administration unveils proposals to cut off transgender care for minors
The proposals run counter to the recommendations of most major U.S. medical organizations.
Measles outbreaks worsen in South Carolina, Arizona and Utah
Nationally, the measles case count is nearing 2,000 for a disease that has been considered eliminated in the U.S. since 2000, a result of routine childhood vaccinations.
He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
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TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Witkoff to meet with Kremlin envoy in Miami on U.S. peace plan for Ukraine
A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine.
Texas rabbi shot trying to help faces long recovery after Australia attack
As the youngest Bondi Beach shooting victim is mourned, a Texas couple tell CBS News about their "quick thinking" son's bid to intervene, and his road to recovery.
Teen inmate captured weeks after escaping prison with bedsheets
The inmate and another detainee fled an overcrowded jail after sawing through their cell bars with blades that investigators suspect were delivered by drone.
China fumes as White House announces record $10B in arms sales to Taiwan
The Trump administration's announcement of plan to sell Taiwan a record $10 billion worth of weapons draws an angry response from China.
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Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor for robbery, drug convictions
Jelly Roll had said a pardon would make it easier for him to travel internationally for concert tours and to perform Christian missionary work without requiring burdensome paperwork.
Gloria Gaynor on how "I Will Survive" empowered her through a dark time
Gloria Gaynor told "CBS Mornings" her hit 1978 song gave her hope during one of the most difficult periods of her life.
Neil Patrick Harris talks new game show
Neil Patrick Harris says he's always loved game shows. He talks to "CBS Mornings" about how his passion started during his childhood and what it's like now hosting his own game show, "What's in the Box."
How Gloria Gaynor became the queen of disco
Gloria Gaynor's 1978 hit "I Will Survive" has been a motivational anthem for decades. The "Queen of Disco," a 2025 Kennedy Center Honoree, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about how the iconic song changed her outlook on life.
What the Oscars' move to YouTube means for TV
Starting in 2029, the Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube, representing a new era for the awards show, which has seen a steep decline in viewership in recent years. Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Instacart to pay $60M in refunds over allegations it deceived customers
Instacart's "unlawful tactics" hurt shoppers and raised the cost of groceries, according to the FTC.
Helping teens develop healthy phone habits
Helping teens develop healthy habits around social media use and screen time is important when they first receive a smartphone. Pediatric psychologist Ann-Louise Lockhart, an Instagram brand spokesperson and author of the new book "Love the Teen You Have," joins "CBS Mornings" to share some advice and tools, such as Instagram Teen Accounts, that parents can use to help their teens. For more information on Instagram Teen Accounts, visit familycenter.meta.com. (Sponsored by Instagram)
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.
How artificial intelligence grew in 2025
In 2025, the integration of artificial intelligence into the U.S. economy and people's everyday lives grew to historic levels. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent joins to recap how the transformative technology expanded over the past year, and what we can expect in 2026.
OpenAI, Amazon in talks over $10B investment
OpenAI, the developer for ChatGPT, and Amazon are in talks over a possible $10 billion investment. Mark DeCambre, editor-in-chief for MarketWatch, joins with more.
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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.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Brown and MIT manhunt live updates as sources say shootings may be linked
Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a person of interest in the deadly shooting at Brown University.
Arrest warrant for Brown shooting suspect
An arrest warrant has been issued in the Brown University shooting, sources say. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Tren de Aragua leader known as "The Unspeakable" charged in U.S. federal court
Federal prosecutors allege Hector Rusthenford Guerrero, 42, grew Tren de Aragua from a prison gang to a global crime syndicate.
Cops probing connection between Brown, MIT shootings
Law enforcement is investigating possible connections between the mass shooting at Brown University on Saturday afternoon and the targeted killing of an MIT professor two days later, sources tell CBS News. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports and former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison joins with analysis.
Half of $18B paid out by Medicaid in MN may be fraudulent, official says
About half or more of the roughly $18 billion in claims paid out by Medicaid to Minnesota-run programs may have been fraudulent, and at least 14 programs were likely exploited, a federal prosecutor said Thursday.
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Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
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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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"Son of Sam": A serial killer's reign of terror
Calling himself the "Son of Sam" in a letter left at one of the crime scenes, David Berkowitz claimed voices were ordering him to kill -- starting in the summer of 1976, he went on a 13-month spree of impulse killings in New York City that left six dead and seven injured
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The Uplift: Made with love
Visit a Uyghur restaurant in Southern California, where culture is shared and the food is made with love. Plus, a man who wanted to save his friends life by donating a kidney ends up saving his own life.
Arrest warrant for Brown shooting suspect
An arrest warrant has been issued in the Brown University shooting, sources say. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Witness describes Greg Biffle plane crash
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina and their kids were killed in a plane crash Thursday in North Carolina. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has more.
Greg Biffle killed in plane crash
Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife, Cristina, and their kids were killed Thursday in a North Carolina plane crash. Captain Laura Einsetler joins CBS News to discuss the crash.
Ray Dalio | 60 Minutes Archive
In 2019, billionaire Ray Dalio told 60 Minutes the growing wealth gap in the country is a "national emergency." He warned that the issue "threatens to split us." This week, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced Dalio as a new partner of the so-called "Trump Accounts" program, a tax-deferred investment vehicle for American children, intended to secure their financial future. Dalio pledged to make a $75 million donation to children in Connecticut.