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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Over 1,500 pounds of meth found in secret labs in Mexico
More than 1,500 pounds of methamphetamine were seized from clandestine laboratories in Mexico, authorities said.
Drugs worth nearly $1 billion seized from sailboats in Arabian Sea
A Pakistani navy ship seized narcotics worth more than $972 million from sailboats in the Arabian Sea, U.S. Central Command confirmed.
South African police bust illicit meth lab, arrest 5 North Americans
Five North Americans were among those arrested when South African police raided an illicit methamphetamine lab on a farm.
Smoke cloud from meth seized by FBI sickens Montana animal shelter workers
Fourteen animal shelter workers were evacuated and went to the hospital. The shelter's 75 dogs and cats were relocated or put into foster homes.
Indonesia reels in record haul of meth from fishing boat
Indonesia has extremely strict drug laws, and convicted smugglers are sometimes executed by firing squad.
Pet raccoon with meth pipe in its mouth found in car during traffic stop
A pet raccoon named Chewy was in the driver's seat of a car in central Ohio earlier this week, holding a glass meth pipe in its mouth, according to police.
Map shows drug overdose death trends by state
Data shows overdose deaths decreased by 4% between 2022 and 2023. The trend continued into 2024.
Mexico announces big meth seizure amid pressure from Trump
Mexico has announced a series of major drug discoveries in recent weeks in an apparent attempt to highlight increased efforts to combat drug smuggling.
Woman arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle meth disguised as presents
A Canadian woman had over 20 pounds of methamphetamine disguised as Christmas presents in her carry-on duffel bag, New Zealand's customs agency said.
Over 3 tons of meth found in fake watermelon, celery shipments
Border agents seized almost $6 million worth of methamphetamine from trucks carrying shipments of produce — real and fake — into California.
Record amount of crystal meth found hidden in "sandy substance"
It took authorities four months to find a way to destroy the methamphetamines, which was why the announcement was delayed.
Multimillion-dollar crystal meth lab found hidden in remote farm
Authorities seized large quantities of chemicals used to manufacture illicit drugs, valued at more than $100 million, police said.
Customs officer convicted of letting drug-filled cars enter U.S.
Leonard Darnell George allegedly used the money to buy cars and jewelry, and also spent lavishly at a strip club in Tijuana.
Dogs help find 6 tons of meth hidden in squash shipment in California
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said that the six tons of meth were found in hundreds of packages hidden in the shipment.
"Incognito" founder nabbed, allegedly sold $100 million of drugs online
The Justice Department called the site on the dark web "one of the largest illegal narcotics marketplaces on the internet."
Spain claims its "biggest-ever seizure" of crystal meth
Spanish police said they dismantled a major methamphetamine distribution network of the Mexican Sinaloa cartel after seizing 1.8 tons of the drug.
Drug overdose deaths decreased in 2023
Opioid overdose deaths decreased, but there was an increase in overdose deaths from psychostimulants like meth and cocaine.
New York man running "Breaking Bad-style drug lab" pleads guilty
Matthew Leshinsky was "operating a Breaking Bad-style drug lab and tried to conceal it under the guise of a legitimate business," the district attorney said.
Connecticut pastor found with crystal meth during traffic stop
The 63-year-old church leader is facing five charges, including for having rock and liquid forms of meth and driving without valid insurance, according to an arrest report.
Fentanyl's effect in Los Angeles County
There was more than a 1,600% increase in accidental fentanyl overdose deaths since 2016 in Los Angeles County, according to a new report by the county's Department of Public Health. Dr. Gary Tsai, the director of the Substance Abuse Prevention and Control division of the department, joins CBS News with insight on the new report.
Dogs sniff out $10 million worth of drugs hidden in jalapeño paste
Thousands of pounds of narcotics were removed from vats of jalapeño paste that entered the U.S. last week in the back of a commercial truck, border agents said.
Dog sniffs out 354 pounds of meth hidden in truck at U.S. border
The drugs were found and collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Paso Del Norte international crossing.
California home — complete with meth lab — selling for $1.55 million
"Home has not been cleared of contamination and will be transferred to the new buyer in its current state," the listing says.
In a first, officers find huge cache of dynamite in Mexican cartel meth lab
"It could be used to manufacture bombs, as well as mines and other explosive artifacts that would be capable of damaging highly armored vehicles," the Mexican navy said.
Judge permanently blocks release of Jack Smith's report on Trump documents case
A federal judge on Monday permanently blocked the Justice Department from releasing former special counsel Jack Smith's report on the classified documents investigation.
ICE whistleblower warns new recruits are receiving "defective" training
Documents given to Congress appear to show courses involving use-of-force were eliminated.
25 Mexican National Guard troops killed after cartel leader's death
Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes — known as "El Mencho" — was the boss of one of the fastest-growing criminal networks in Mexico.
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in the killing of his parents
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Power outages reported, thousands of flights canceled as storm slams Northeast
More than 40 million people were under blizzard warnings along 700 miles of the East Coast from Maryland to Maine.
Former U.K. ambassador to U.S. Peter Mandelson arrested
Former U.K. ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson has been arrested weeks after a series of emails between him and the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released.
Tariffs pose "huge uncertainty" after Supreme Court ruling, experts say
The Trump administration is unlikely to back down from pursuing additional tariffs following the Supreme Court decision, according to trade experts.
Lindsey Vonn says surgery saved leg from amputation after Olympics crash
American skier Lindsey Vonn, who crashed seconds into her downhill race at the 2026 Winter Olympics, said she is finally out of the hospital as she recovers.
U.S. women's hockey team declines State of the Union invitation
The U.S. women's ice hockey team said Monday they will not be attending President Trump's State of the Union address, citing scheduling conflicts.
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U.S. women's hockey team declines State of the Union invitation
The U.S. women's ice hockey team said Monday they will not be attending President Trump's State of the Union address, citing scheduling conflicts.
Tariffs pose "huge uncertainty" after Supreme Court ruling, experts say
The Trump administration is unlikely to back down from pursuing additional tariffs following the Supreme Court decision, according to trade experts.
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The Democratic Women's Caucus wore pink to President Trump's address to Congress last year. This year, they're returning to white.
Strike on alleged drug boat in Caribbean kills 3 people, U.S. military says
Since the administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in small vessels last year, at least 148 people have been killed in the strikes.
Utah mom accused of poisoning her husband on trial for murder. What to know.
Kouri Richins, the Utah mother accused of killing her husband and then publishing a children's book about grief, is now on trial for his murder.
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Tariffs pose "huge uncertainty" after Supreme Court ruling, experts say
The Trump administration is unlikely to back down from pursuing additional tariffs following the Supreme Court decision, according to trade experts.
Dow slides nearly 800 points as AI and tariff risks rattle investors
The Dow Jones slid nearly 800 points as investors fret over AI disruption and react to President Trump's new tariff agenda.
Here's how much the new "no tax on tips" deduction could save you
Workers who claim the new deduction will see an average tax cut of around $1,400, although some could realize larger savings.
Social Security could run dry earlier than expected, analysis finds
The Social Security Administration wouldn't stop issuing benefits once its trust funds are exhausted, but it could be forced to cut benefits.
Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
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Why some Democratic women will wear white to Trump's State of the Union
The Democratic Women's Caucus wore pink to President Trump's address to Congress last year. This year, they're returning to white.
Strike on alleged drug boat in Caribbean kills 3 people, U.S. military says
Since the administration began targeting those it calls "narcoterrorists" in small vessels last year, at least 148 people have been killed in the strikes.
DHS officials watch for response by US-based cartel networks after leader killed
Law enforcement is monitoring potential increases in violence, coercion or debt-collection activity in domestic trafficking corridors after cartel head "El Mencho" was killed Sunday.
ICE whistleblower warns new recruits are receiving "defective" training
Documents given to Congress appear to show courses involving use-of-force were eliminated from ICE officer training.
Former U.K. ambassador to U.S. Peter Mandelson arrested
Former U.K. ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson has been arrested weeks after a series of emails between him and the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released.
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As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook talks with David Oshinsky, author of "Polio: An American Story," and with violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman, who contracted polio as a child, about how parents opting out of vaccinations for their children could affect polio rates here.
Robots can help amid nursing home staffing crisis
A growing, aging population and an acute caregiver shortage are pushing adult care centers to think outside the box. Itay Hod introduces a new, high-tech helper.
Cop's shortness of breath was the only sign of rare lung disorder
Travis Corbitt's struggles to breathe led to his retirement and reliance on an oxygen tank.
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Tariffs pose "huge uncertainty" after Supreme Court ruling, experts say
The Trump administration is unlikely to back down from pursuing additional tariffs following the Supreme Court decision, according to trade experts.
DHS officials watch for response by US-based cartel networks after leader killed
Law enforcement is monitoring potential increases in violence, coercion or debt-collection activity in domestic trafficking corridors after cartel head "El Mencho" was killed Sunday.
Former U.K. ambassador to U.S. Peter Mandelson arrested
Former U.K. ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson has been arrested weeks after a series of emails between him and the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released.
Some U.S. Embassy staff in Beirut ordered to leave amid escalating tensions
The State Department has ordered some staff in the U.S. Embassy in Beirut to begin to leave Lebanon, multiple sources familiar with the matter said.
Lindsey Vonn says surgery saved leg from amputation after Olympics crash
American skier Lindsey Vonn, who crashed seconds into her downhill race at the 2026 Winter Olympics, said she is finally out of the hospital as she recovers.
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Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder
Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty in Los Angeles on Monday in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in the killing of his parents
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Star Trek celebrates 60 years
CBS News' Dave Malkoff joins from Star Trek: The Cruise with Rob Picardo, who plays "The Doctor" in the series, to discuss how people are celebrating 60 years of the franchise.
Racial slur shouted during BAFTA awards by guest with Tourette's
Britain's film academy and the BBC apologized after a broadcast of the BAFTA awards ceremony that included an offensive outburst by an audience member with Tourette's syndrome.
"Survivor 50" contestant on returning to game
Contestant Colby Donaldson talks about returning to play "Survivor" again, why he wanted to play originally and how the 50th season is all about the fans.
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Robots can help amid nursing home staffing crisis
A growing, aging population and an acute caregiver shortage are pushing adult care centers to think outside the box. Itay Hod introduces a new, high-tech helper.
Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
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.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
Mark Zuckerberg grilled in court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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Utah author fatally poisoned husband to get his money, prosecutors say
Kouri Richins slipped five times the lethal dose of fentanyl into a cocktail that her husband drank, prosecutors say.
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in the killing of his parents
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
Officials probe killing at Mar-a-Lago
An armed man was shot and killed after gaining "unauthorized entry" into Mar-a-Lago, President Trump's Florida estate, the Secret Service said. The shooting occurred as FBI Director Kash Patel attended the Winter Olympics in Italy. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
25 Mexican National Guard troops killed after cartel leader's death
Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes — known as "El Mencho" — was the boss of one of the fastest-growing criminal networks in Mexico.
Armed man shot and killed at Mar-a-Lago
The U.S. Secret Service shot and killed a North Carolina man who authorities say entered a secure perimeter at Mar-a-Lago with a shotgun and gas canister. President Trump and the first lady were at the White House at the time. Scott MacFarlane reports.
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NASA to start slow-moving process returning moon rocket to hangar this week
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
NASA's moon rocket hit by new problem, flight pushed to April
The Artemis II mission aims to send four astronauts — Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen — on a flight around the far side of the moon and back.
Report criticizes NASA Boeing Starliner trip
An internal investigation is blasting NASA's handling of the first piloted flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft in 2024. The flight left two astronauts stuck on the International Space Station for nearly a year. The investigation found the flight was plagued by potentially life-threatening technical and management failures.
Cosmologist on UFO files
President Trump has ordered the release of all government documents related to aliens, UFOs and extraterrestrial life. It comes after former President Barack Obama addressed the topic earlier this week and said aliens are real, a statement which he later modified. CBS News contributor Janna Levin has more details.
NASA targets March 6 for Artemis II moonshot
A successful fueling test prompts NASA to press ahead toward a March 6 moonshot.
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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U.S. men's hockey team arrives in Miami
The U.S. men's hockey team has arrived in Miami following the team's overtime win over Canada for the Olympic gold medal on Sunday. Some of the players spoke with reporters who met them at the airport.
Poll: Trump support among independents drops
Just 26% of independents approve of the job President Trump is doing, while 73% disapprove, according to a new poll from CNN and SSRS. That is a 15-point decline since February of last year. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more.
Latest on Trump plan to raise global tariffs
President Trump said Saturday that he will raise global tariffs to 15% after the Supreme Court struck down a set of sweeping global tariffs in a decision last week. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Snow still falling across Northeast U.S.
More than half a million power outages have been reported across the East Coast as a historic blizzard continues to impact states from Maryland to Maine. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
ICE whistleblower to testify before lawmakers
A former U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement instructor who says new recruits are receiving "defective" training is set to testify on Monday at a hearing organized by congressional Democrats. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.