Video shows Las Vegas dad who called 911 killed by police in his home
The family of Brandon Durham is pushing for answers after he was shot by a police officer after calling for help.
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Why are Las Vegas hotel workers on strike?
Around 700 Las Vegas hospitality workers went on strike Friday morning. Members of the Culinary Workers Union are calling for "24/7 picket lines" around Virgin Hotels. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Las Vegas Virgin Hotel workers go on strike
Hundreds of hospitality workers walked off the job and onto the picket line Friday in Las Vegas after the Culinary Workers Union and Virgin Hotels failed to reach a contract agreement. CBS News correspondent Andres Gutierrez has more.
Former politician gets at least 28 years for killing Vegas reporter
A judge invoked sentencing enhancements to add eight years to the minimum 20-year sentence that a jury set in August after finding Robert Telles guilty of murder.
Tom Brady's minority stake in the Las Vegas Raiders approved by NFL owners
Tom Brady takes 5% control of the Raiders. He can't come of out retirement and play again unless he sells his stake in the team.
Tropicana implosion marks the end of an era in Las Vegas
The Tropicana was a frequent haunt of the legendary Rat Pack, while its past under the mob has long cemented its place in Las Vegas lore.
Tropicana Hotel imploded in Las Vegas
Las Vegas' Tropicana Hotel was imploded early Wednesday morning after a goodbye fireworks and drone show. When it opened its doors in 1957, the Tropicana was the most expensive hotel constructed on the strip with the project costing $15 million.
Frontier flight catches fire while landing at Las Vegas airport
Flames and smoke appeared on Frontier Flight 1326 as the plane touched down at the Las Vegas airport.
Harris in Pennsylvania, Trump in Las Vegas
Vice President Kamala Harris will campaign in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a city in Luzerne County that former President Donald Trump won in the 2016 and 2020 presidential elections. Meanwhile, Trump is expected to hold a rally in Las Vegas after unveiling his economic plan that promises to remove overtime taxes. CBS News campaign reporters Zak Hudak and Olivia Rinaldi have the latest.
4 Las Vegas teens plead guilty in classmate's deadly beating
Four Las Vegas teenagers have pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in the fatal beating of their high school classmate as part of a deal with prosecutors that kept them from being tried as adults.
Ex-politician convicted in journalist's death
Former Las Vegas politician Robert Telles was convicted Wednesday of murdering a journalist. Telles was charged with fatally stabbing Las Vegas Review Journal reporter Jeff German two years ago. He's been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 20 years.
Jury finds ex-politician guilty of killing Las Vegas reporter
A jury found Robert Telles guilty of murder in the death of investigative journalist Jeff German and sentenced him to life in prison.
Ex-politician found guilty of murdering reporter
A jury in Las Vegas, Nevada, Wednesday convicted a former politician of murder in the 2022 stabbing death of a reporter. Prosecutors say Robert Telles killed Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Jeff German because he wrote several negative articles about him. Carter Evans reports from the courthouse.
DA takes questions after Telles guilty verdict
Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson took questions following the guilty verdict in the murder case of Robert Telles. Telles was accused of murdering investigative reporter Jeff German, who had written negative stories about him. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson provided more insight following the news conference.
Telles guilty in killing of reporter
A Nevada jury has found former Clark County, Nevada, elected official Robert Telles guilty of murder in the death of investigative reporter Jeff German. See the moment the jury returned their verdict, followed by reporting and analysis from CBS News correspondent Carter Evans and contributor Jessica Levinson.
Jury deliberations underway in Telles trial
Jury deliberations are underway in the high-profile murder trial of Robert Telles, a former politician charged with killing a reporter, Jeff German, who wrote critical articles about Telles. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Closing arguments in Robert Telles trial
Closing arguments are set to begin Monday in a high-profile murder case in Las Vegas. Former local politician Robert Telles is accused of killing investigative reporter Jeff German, who wrote critical articles about Telles. Telles says he's unequivocally innocent. Former prosecutor Steve Baric joined CBS News to discuss the case.
Accountant choreographs Bellagio fountain display
Scott Krupa, an Atlanta accountant, received the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to choreograph a portion of the famous Bellagio fountain show in Las Vegas, his reward for redeeming 2.4 million hotel points. Carter Evans went behind-the-scenes of Krupa's extraordinary experience.
Surprise text revealed at trial of ex-politician accused of killing reporter
Robert Telles was asked to read a message showing his wife wondered where he was about the time reporter Jeff German was killed.
Robert Telles testifies in murder trial
Former public official Robert Telles is expected to return to the stand Thursday to testify at his own murder trial. Telles is accused of killing Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Jeff German over his investigations into toxic workplace behavior. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down Telles' decision to testify.
Ex-politician accused in Vegas reporter's murder takes stand
Robert Telles took the stand in his own defense Wednesday. The former elected official is accused of killing a Las Vegas journalist.
Robert Telles, charged with murder, may testify in his own trial
With the jury out of the courtroom, the judge Tuesday questioned Robert Telles directly for several minutes about whether he wanted to risk answering questions under oath from prosecutors.
Trial of politician charged in Las Vegas journalist's death continues
Clark County public administrator Robert Telles is charged with murder in the death of Jeff German, an investigative reporter for the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Trial underway for ex-politician charged in Las Vegas reporter's murder
Prosecutors say articles that Jeff German wrote for the Las Vegas Review-Journal in early 2022 about Robert Telles and a county office in turmoil provided a motive for the killing.
Ex-Las Vegas politician on trial for murder
Robert Telles, the former elected official on trial for the murder of Las Vegas Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German, is in court for opening statements Wednesday. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
The president says Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
Trump says he may pull Blanche's nomination until 2 Senate critics leave office
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
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Iran conflict expands as Senate again rejects effort to limit Trump's war powers
A vote in the Senate to limit President Trump's war powers has narrowly failed again. Three Republicans voted in favor it.
Saudi, Israeli leaders try to shape Trump's decisions on Iran conflict
As conflict potentially expands in the region, Trump met with the Saudi defense minister and with Benjamin Netanyahu. The Israeli prime minister counseled Trump on three options for the war.
U.S. investigating whether Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
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Pentagon weighs eliminating civilian tenure at military academies, draft memo says
The Pentagon is considering a sweeping remake of military higher education, including an end to civilian tenure and a "line-by-line" review of courses, according to a draft memo obtained by CBS News.
Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved,
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
Father of Apalachee High School shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
Days after his son was sentenced, the father of the Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, is in court for his own sentencing hearing.
Afghan woman to fight U.S. efforts to deport her over "alien terrorist" claim
Nazira Haji Zada's lawyer argued that the Justice Dept. is violating her due process rights.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
U.S. investigating if Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
Stolen Civil War-era cannonballs found in suitcase at Alabama airport
Law enforcement officials say a set of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs was discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport.
Hair sample found at Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
American Airlines makes its flight refund policy more restrictive
American Airlines is tightening its flight refund and cancellation policy. Here's what to know.
Poll analysis on cost of living and whether political parties have answers
Big majorities of Americans have said their incomes are not keeping up with inflation, and feel the president isn't focused enough on the issue.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
Mortgage rates hit highest level in a year amid inflation fears
Mortgage rates are drifting higher as the Fed's interest rate decision and war in the Middle East fuel inflation concerns.
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Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved,
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
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Pentagon weighs eliminating civilian tenure at military academies, draft memo says
The Pentagon is considering a sweeping remake of military higher education, including an end to civilian tenure and a "line-by-line" review of courses, according to a draft memo obtained by CBS News.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
U.S. investigating if Iran was behind cyberattack on Minnesota water systems
Malicious cyber activity affected technology at more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week, leading authorities to dig into whether Iranian actors are behind the attack, CBS News has learned.
Poll analysis on cost of living and whether political parties have answers
Big majorities of Americans have said their incomes are not keeping up with inflation, and feel the president isn't focused enough on the issue.
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Senate committee advances Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump's CDC director
If confirmed by the full Senate, Dr. Erica Schwartz would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Millions of kids have caffeine in their diet. It's not all coming from soda.
On any given day, kids consume an average of 19.4 milligrams of caffeine, which is about two-thirds of what's in a can of Coke, according to a new report.
Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
Fauci invokes the Fifth over 100 times
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing on Wednesday, with Republicans confronting him over diary entries and his handling of the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nikole Killion has more.
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Ukrainian ambassador tracks how Kyiv's relationship with D.C. has evolved,
The outgoing Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. says Ukraine has been able to combat what she said characterized as a prior, erroneous narrative that Russia was winning the war, now in its fifth year.
Trump says Hamas agreed to next phase of Gaza peace deal, including disarmament
President Trump said Hamas and his international "Board of Peace" have agreed on the next steps in a peace deal that includes Hamas' disarmament in the Gaza Strip.
What the fires burning near Bordeaux's vineyards could mean for France's wine industry
In France, wildfires this summer have already burned an area four times the size of Paris, driving hundreds of thousands of people from their homes.
CONCACAF rejects Infantino's World Cup investment plan after UEFA's boycott threat
North America's soccer body on Thursday rejected FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private equity investors, joining European nations in opposition.
Spain deploys military to Morocco border after migrant crossings, 9 deaths
Spain will deploy its military to Ceuta to help restore order at its border with Morocco after local authorities in Ceuta had asked the central government in Madrid for reinforcements.
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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swings into theaters
Just weeks after "Supergirl" underperformed at the box office, the ninth live-action Spider-Man film since 2002 is expected to premiere with a projected global opening of as much as $465 million. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss.
From the archives: Spider-Man creator Stan Lee
The creator of such superheroes as Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Avengers and the Fantastic Four, Stan Lee (1922-2018) was a comic book genius whose characters made him a superhero himself to legions of fans. In this report that originally aired Jan. 17, 2016, Lee talked with "Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan about his marvelous life story that, fittingly, was published in comic-book form.
Netflix sued for allegedly losing unreleased Nicolas Cage movie
Lawsuit alleges that a drive storing $45 million spy film starring Nicolas Cage was "stolen right off a Netflix desk."
From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, an Oscar-winner for "Once" (which became a Tony Award-winning musical), died July 29, 2026 at age 56. In this March 17, 2013 "Sunday Morning" profile, Hansard talked with Anthony Mason about growing up as a street performer in Dublin, and his meteoric rise to fame as a member of the rock band The Frames and (with Markéta Irglová) half of the duo The Swell Season. Also: A web extra featuring Hansard busking on the streets of New York City.
BTS skipping the next Grammy Awards
BTS said they will not submit their latest album for Grammy consideration, which came after the group's yearslong hiatus to fulfill their mandatory military duty. Emily Curl explains why the group's decision may be connected to the academy adding a new category.
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Anthropic reveals Claude "gained unauthorized access" to "real-world systems"
Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude "gained unauthorized access" to three outside organizations on three separate occasions during testing.
Altman expresses support for AI slowdown
Emily Birnbaum, a corporate lobbying reporter at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C., mean for the industry as he voices his support for pacing AI development.
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.
OpenAI CEO meets with key Trump advisers
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with high-ranking Trump administration advisers following his talks with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. This comes as some tech workers criticize the rapid development of AI, demanding that the government create new safety regulations. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more.
Inside the advancements in AI
CBS News contributor Matt Shumer, a venture capitalist, told "CBS Mornings" artificial intelligence advancements are moving "way more quickly than anyone anticipated." Shumer addresses recent developments in AI and its impact on the workforce.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Police kill suspect in deadly kidnapping
On Wednesday night in Chino Hills, about 30 miles south of Los Angeles, deputies fatally shot a suspect after a deadly kidnapping. Carter Evans reports as authorities piece together exactly what happened.
Hair sample found at Nancy Guthrie's home inconclusive as search hits 6-month mark
A hair sample found at the home of Nancy Guthrie came back inconclusive after undergoing testing, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos revealed Thursday.
First responders testify in Lindsay Clancy trial
First responders testified Thursday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who admitted to killing her three children but pleaded not guilty to three counts of first-degree murder. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Peptide vendor sentenced to nearly 6 years in prison: "An incredible trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly six years in prison after finding the business deceived customers and sold products that were adulterated with steroids.
Details on Colin Gray sentence
Colin Gray, father of Appalache High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday for his part in the 2024 tragedy perpetrated by his son. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swings into theaters
Just weeks after "Supergirl" underperformed at the box office, the ninth live-action Spider-Man film since 2002 is expected to premiere with a projected global opening of as much as $465 million. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss.
Boat company owner donates profits to charity
Eddie Smith, the owner of Grady-White Boats, could have sold his business for hundreds of millions of dollars. Instead, he decided to turn the company over to a charitable trust.
Legal analysis on who decides election rules
President Trump is fighting with 23 states and the District of Columbia over election rules and mail-in ballots. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to discuss.
Sheriff discusses Nancy Guthrie case
Nearly six months after Nancy Guthrie was kidnapped from her home in Tucson, Arizona, Jonathan Vigliotti sat down with the sheriff at the forefront of the investigation.
WNBA game sees sideline controversy
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham made news off the court for her recent comments about transgender athletes in women's sports. Jan Crawford has more.