Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer, a longtime House Democratic leader, to retire
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland will not seek reelection, CBS News has confirmed — ending a congressional career that stretches back to the early 1980s.
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Kilmar Abrego Garcia speaks out
Months after being mistakenly deported to El Salvador, returned to the U.S., then arrested and held in ICE custody, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is now home with his family in Maryland. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez is following the story.
My Uncle Joe's Murder
A young woman mourns her uncle's murder … and questions whether the convicted killer was the only one involved. "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports.
Retired officer turns from fighting crime to doing free laundry for the homeless
Using his own money and donations, Wade Milyard does dozens of loads of laundry a week for people in need.
Retired cop offers free laundry for homeless
Wade Milyard of Frederick, Maryland, didn't want to stop helping people after he retired from police work. Now, he drives around doing laundry for homeless people. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
Suspect identified 27 years after woman murdered in suburban D.C. hospital
Police have identified a suspect in the 1998 murder of a D.C.-area hospital worker.
Moore says "we're not going to sit on our hands" on redistricting
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, announced last week the creation of a commission to look at mid-decade redistricting.
Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton indicted for allegedly mishandling classified info
President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton has been indicted for allegedly mishandling classified information.
The merits of the case against John Bolton
The Department of Justice has indicted President Trump's former national security adviser, John Bolton. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports and Caroline Polisi has analysis.
Details on John Bolton's indictment
A grand jury in Greenbelt, Maryland, just indicted President Trump's former national security adviser, John Bolton. This comes after court documents made public last month showed that Bolton was under investigation for potential mishandling of classified information. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks it down.
A young mom's labor was normal — and then her heart stopped
Jennifer Choate's pregnancy turned into an unimaginable fight to survive after a rare complication stopped her heart.
The Depraved Heart Murder
A surgeon is accused of drugging his girlfriend in order to control her. "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports.
New film revisits 1960 civil rights protest
Director Ilana Trachtman joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss "Ain't No Back to a Merry-Go-Round," a new documentary that uncovers never-before-seen footage and first-hand accounts from the landmark 1960 protest against segregation at a Maryland amusement park.
Judge tosses lawsuit against Maryland judges
A judge has dismissed a Justice Department lawsuit against all 15 of Maryland's federal judges, delivering a legal blow to the Trump administration. The lawsuit stemmed from an order that blocked federal immigration officials from immediately removing migrants who challenged their detention status. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on the case.
What to know about screwworm after human case confirmed in U.S.
The New World screwworm case is the first reported U.S. case tied to travel to a country with a current outbreak.
Rep. Glenn Ivey on Kilmar Abrego Garcia case
Rep. Glenn Ivey joins "The Takeout" to discuss Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case and President Trump's crime crackdown in Washington, D.C.
Abrego Garcia's immediate deportation blocked
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is back in ICE custody and the Department of Homeland Security says he's being processed for deportation to Uganda, but a judge has blocked that deportation from happening for the time being. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Where Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case stands
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is back in ICE custody and is facing deportation to Uganda, the Department of Homeland Security says, after he was released from criminal custody last week. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia released from detention
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was released from jail in Tennessee on Friday and plans to return to Maryland to be with family while he awaits trial, which is currently scheduled for January. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Maryland island faces rising sea level
Smith Island in the Chesapeake Bay is slowly disappearing as sea rises and erosion hits the shoreline. The population has dwindled, but the people still living there say they’re there to stay.
Boyfriend charged 30 years after slain officer gave ominous warning
Denna Campbell was shot five times in her apartment in 1995. Her department-issued handgun was missing and hasn't been found.
New twist in case of mom accused of killing 2 kids over decade ago
Catherine Hoggle has been rearrested and charged with killing two of her children, who disappeared in 2014 as toddlers and have never been found.
Ivey on being denied access to ICE facility
Several Maryland congressional Democrats were denied access to an Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in Baltimore while trying to investigate reports of inhumane conditions inside. Rep. Glenn Ivey was one of those lawmakers barred from entering the facility and joins "The Takeout" to unpack the situation.
Judge orders Abrego Garcia released from criminal custody
U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis barred federal immigration authorities from immediately taking Kilmar Abrego Garcia into custody once he is released from criminal confinement in Tennessee.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia's release on pause
A federal judge has ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia to be released from federal custody. Abrego Garcia was mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March. The U.S. eventually brought him back to the U.S., but quickly charged him with human smuggling.
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Trump says U.S. will "go back to doing what we were doing" if Iran talks stall
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
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Biden tapes released after legal battle, with references to classified material
Audio recordings that former President Joe Biden fought for years to keep private have now been released.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
Trump asks Supreme Court to step into dispute over mail-in ballot executive order
A federal appeals court on Sunday left in place a lower court decision that blocked implementation of key parts of President Trump's executive order.
Bryan Kohberger challenges conviction in Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, the man serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four University of Idaho students, filed a petition for post-conviction relief Monday.
Suspect among 3 killed in Seattle shooting; teen arrested, 3rd suspect sought
Police believe a suspect in the deadly shooting at a food festival in Seattle was among those who were killed, as another suspect remains on the loose and a teenager is in custody.
Savannah Guthrie asks alleged kidnappers to "do the right thing" in new video
In her Instagram post, the "Today" show host said her family had "done our part" and would "never stop looking for" their 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing since February.
Friend describes last known movements of missing American in Grenada
American Elizabeth Waddell was last seen on July 22 while visiting the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada.
Berlin Pride attack suspect with ISIS ties raised red flags, group says
Officials said Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German-born citizen with Lebanese roots, plowed a vehicle into celebrants at one of Europe's largest Pride events.
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Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
Georgia man who ran toward Capitol with shotgun pleads guilty
Prosecutors say Carter Camacho of Smyrna, Georgia, told police officers who apprehended him outside the Capitol that he intended to confront members of Congress and "scare them into speaking the truth."
Taylor Farms CEO pressed by lawmaker over cyclospora outbreak
Rep. Robert Garcia is seeking information about whether Taylor Farms used White House ties to influence the federal response to the foodborne illness outbreak.
Bryan Kohberger challenges conviction in Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, the man serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four University of Idaho students, filed a petition for post-conviction relief Monday.
Trump asks Supreme Court to step into dispute over mail-in ballot executive order
A federal appeals court on Sunday left in place a lower court decision that blocked implementation of key parts of President Trump's executive order.
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Taylor Farms CEO pressed by lawmaker over cyclospora outbreak
Rep. Robert Garcia is seeking information about whether Taylor Farms used White House ties to influence the federal response to the foodborne illness outbreak.
Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
The biggest weather risk for homeowners? It's no longer hurricanes.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
Coca-Cola resumes Fairlife milk production after ransomware attack
Coca-Cola restarts production of Fairlife brand milk after a ransomware attack forced it to halt operations at several factories.
Cracker Barrel CEO who oversaw controversial logo redesign to step down
Masino will be replaced on Aug. 10 by David Deno, most recently the CEO of Bloomin' Brands.
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Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
Georgia man who ran toward Capitol with shotgun pleads guilty
Prosecutors say Carter Camacho of Smyrna, Georgia, told police officers who apprehended him outside the Capitol that he intended to confront members of Congress and "scare them into speaking the truth."
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Biden tapes released after legal battle, with references to classified material
Audio recordings that former President Joe Biden fought for years to keep private have now been released.
Trump asks Supreme Court to step into dispute over mail-in ballot executive order
A federal appeals court on Sunday left in place a lower court decision that blocked implementation of key parts of President Trump's executive order.
Comey asks judge to drop case over seashells Instagram post
Former FBI Director James Comey argued that criminal charges stemming from an Instagram post should be dropped because his speech is protected by the First Amendment.
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Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Cyclospora outbreak impact on eating habits
Amid the outbreak of cyclospora, a CBS News poll finds 40% of Americans say they are buying or eating less produce. Nearly half of those polled say they have little or no confidence in the FDA to deal with the outbreak. Carter Evans reports.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of cyclosporiasis, caused by a parasite, have been reported in 41 states. The outbreak comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff; disbanded a national advisory committee on how to prevent microbial contamination in food; winnowed down an early-warning surveillance program for specific pathogens; and further delayed a rule that would have required tracing contaminants from field to store. Correspondent David Pogue talks with experts who see the current compromises of food safety as "a national wake-up call."
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Friend describes last known movements of missing American in Grenada
American Elizabeth Waddell was last seen on July 22 while visiting the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada.
Knife attack in Paris thwarted by quick-thinking bystander, witness says
Officials say the motive behind a violent attack on three women in Paris is unclear, but the suspect shouted incoherently after being tackled by bystanders.
Berlin Pride attack suspect with ISIS ties raised red flags, group says
Officials said Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German-born citizen with Lebanese roots, plowed a vehicle into celebrants at one of Europe's largest Pride events.
Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
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Trump says U.S. will "go back to doing what we were doing" if Iran talks stall
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
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"The Odyssey" movie sparking interest in book
Moviegoers are turning out in droves for the IMAX spectacle "The Odyssey," but they're also flocking to something else: the 2,700-year-old source material. Matt Gutman has more.
Comedian Jeff Arcuri talks new special
Comedian Jeff Arcuri became a sensation on social media after more than a decade of performing at comedy clubs. He talks about his debut stand-up special, "Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You," his comedy reaching new audiences and a time when crowd work didn't go as expected.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paul de Gelder talks high-risk shark mission
Shark attack survivor and advocate Paul de Gelder talks to "CBS Mornings" about his high-risk mission to search for one of the largest sharks in the North Atlantic as part of this year's "Shark Week" on the Discovery Channel. He also addresses how he overcame his fear of sharks.
The adventurous life of supermodel Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second." (Originally broadcast Jan. 25, 2026.)
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Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
Theaters score with themed popcorn buckets
Bradley Blackburn visits gets a taste of the custom popcorn buckets from movies like "The Odyssey" that are driving fans crazy.
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.
Brands cash in on AI influencers
A growing number of faces on your feeds are generated by artificial intelligence, and brands are buying in. Increasingly, these AI influencers are marketing products, often deceptively, to consumers. Shanelle Kaul has more.
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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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Kohberger says he was misled into guilty plea
Bryan Kohberger is claiming he was misled when he pleaded guilty to the 2022 murders of four Idaho college students. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the latest development in the case.
Ex-husband testifies in Lindsay Clancy trial
The trial for Lindsay Clancy, the woman accused of murdering her three small children, began Monday with her ex-husband taking the stand. Shanelle Kaul reports.
New details on Berlin Pride attack suspect
CBS News has learned that the 21-year-old man accused of plowing his vehicle through Berlin's Pride celebration on Saturday night had previously received a suspended sentence for charges related to his attempt to join ISIS. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has the latest from Berlin.
A look at Germany's deradicalization programs
Bill Braniff, executive director of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab at American University, joins "The Daily Report" to break down the attack that took place at an LGBTQ+ pride event in Berlin, Germany and new details on the suspect's time in a deradicalization program.
Police: At least 3 suspects in Seattle shooting
Court documents say at least three suspects were involved in Sunday's shooting at a Seattle food festival. One suspect is in custody, another is at large, and the police believe one died at the scene. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.
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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
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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.
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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Extended interview: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, tells CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez that President Trump is making a mistake with his plan to ramp up arrests and deportations of Haitian migrants. "Haiti is hell today," DeWine says, "So you'd be sending people … back to hell."
7/27: The Takeout with Major Garrett
New CBS News polling has Trump underwater on Iran; ICE to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants, sources say.
Trump's "Freedom 250" funding scrutiny
An attempt by House Republicans to crack down on hard-to-trace fundraising methods used by left-leaning organizations could force President Trump's "Freedoom 250" project to disclose more information about its finances. CBS News' Gabe Kaminsky reports.
Joe Biden tapes released after legal battle
Audio recordings of former President Joe Biden's interviews with his ghostwriter, which Biden fought to keep sealed, were released Monday. CBS News investigative reporter Josh Boswell reports on what they reveal.
Trump downplays defense stockpile concerns
President Trump is downplaying concerns about dwindling defense stockpiles after months of on-and-off fighting with Iran. Bradley Bowman, senior director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies' Center on Military and Political Power, joins with analysis.