El Chapo surprised the world when he escaped from Mexico's supermax prison through a mile-long tunnel his cartel built
El Chapo surprised the world when he escaped from Mexico's supermax prison through a mile-long tunnel his cartel built.
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Filmmaker Matthew Heineman spent nearly a year in Mexico for his newest project
Filmmaker Matthew Heineman spent nearly a year in Mexico for his newest project. There, he embedded in an area ravaged by gang-related violence with a vigilante group working to stop a murderous drug cartel. Heineman's film, "Cartel Land" has just received a prestigious George Polk Award for documentary film. The director joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss how he gained access to the group and the dangerous challenges he faced while filming.
A Texas judge ruled that Ethan Couch will face justice as an adult after he turns 19 in April
A Texas judge ruled that Ethan Couch will face justice as an adult after he turns 19 in April. Friday’s ruling means Couch could face jail time for his drunk-driving crash that killed four people. Couch is also accused of violating probation by fleeing with his mother to Mexico last December. The case grabbed national headlines after Couch avoided jail time with his "affluenza" defense, arguing that his coddled upbringing left him without a sense of right and wrong. But his victims are still dealing with the consequences. David Begnaud reports.
Officials confirm Mexican authorities knew when and where Sean Penn was going to meet fugitive drug lord El Chapo
Officials confirm Mexican authorities knew when and where Sean Penn was going to meet fugitive drug lord El Chapo. Bill Whitaker reports on Sunday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
A judge may set new probation terms for Ethan Couch, when the case is transferred to an adult court in April
A judge may set new probation terms for Ethan Couch, when the case is transferred to an adult court in April. Couch killed 4 people and injured several others in a drunk-driving crash in 2013 when he was 16. The brother of one of the survivors, who was paralyzed in the crash, spoke out Friday. "48 Hours" Crimesider's Graham Kates with the latest.
"Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News political director John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington
"Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News political director John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss Donald Trump lashing out at Pope Francis Thursday in South Carolina after the holy father described Trump's plan for a wall along the Mexican border as "not Christian."
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As part of his visit to Mexico, Pope Francis visited the U.S.-Mexico border and addressed the plight of migrants in a mass before 200,000 people in Ciudad Juarez
As part of his visit to Mexico, Pope Francis visited the U.S.-Mexico border and addressed the plight of migrants in a mass before 200,000 people in Ciudad Juarez. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Pope Francis' got a little testy Tuesday when someone in a crowd in Mexico pulled him on top of a young person in a wheelchair
Pope Francis' got a little testy Tuesday when someone in a crowd in Mexico pulled him on top of a young person in a wheelchair. Pope Francis shouted "Don't be selfish!" and moved on.
Nearly half a million people have gathered in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico for Pope Francis' last mass during his trip to the country
Nearly half a million people have gathered in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico for Pope Francis' last mass during his trip to the country. Watch as the city greets him at Abraham Gonzalez International Airport.
During his trip to Mexico on Tuesday, Pope Francis appealed to young people who are often swept up in the violence of the drug trade
During his trip to Mexico on Tuesday, Pope Francis appealed to young people who are often swept up in the violence of the drug trade. People like Evila Quintana, whose story of transformation behind bars helped her win the chance to share a message with the Pope. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
2/15: Chiapas, Mexico has become ground zero for a immigration crisis as waves of migrants attempt to make it to the United States
Chiapas, Mexico has become ground zero for a immigration crisis as waves of migrants attempt to make it to the United States. The journey has become a dangerous gamble, and now the Mexican government is cracking down. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
The pontiff celebrated Mexico's indigenous population on their southern border, which is where thousands start a dangerous trek north
The pontiff celebrated Mexico's indigenous population on their southern border, which is where thousands start a dangerous trek north. During the mass, the pontiff slammed Mexico's elite for excluding Mexico's indigenous population from society. Adriana Diaz reports
On Sunday, the pontiff met a huge, welcoming crowd of worshippers in a Mexico City suburb rocked by drug violence
Pope Francis travels from Mexico City to southern Mexico Monday, where he’ll deliver mass at a soccer stadium. On Sunday, the pontiff met a huge, welcoming crowd of worshippers in a Mexico City suburb rocked by drug violence. He also met with kids at a hospital and gave out rosary beads, asking the children to pray for their caregivers. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Mexico City.
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Pope Francis continued his trip through Mexico to Ecatepec, one of the country's most dangerous cities
Pope Francis continued his trip through Mexico to Ecatepec, one of the country's most dangerous cities. Allen Pizzey is along for the ride and gives us this report.
In his first papal visit to Mexico, Pope Francis wasted no time admonishing the corruption and violence that has gripped the country over the last decade
In his first papal visit to Mexico, Pope Francis wasted no time admonishing the corruption and violence that has gripped the country over the last decade. Allen Pizzey has more.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the February 12, 2016 edition.
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Pope Francis will arrive in Mexico Friday night, home of nearly 100 million Catholics
Pope Francis will arrive in Mexico Friday night, home of nearly 100 million Catholics. The pope will visit some of Mexico’s poorest and most dangerous cities. As Manuel Bojorquez reports, tens of thousands of people are visiting Mexico with hopes of seeing Francis on this historic trip.
Before Pope Francis embarks on his six-day trip to Mexico, he and the Patriarch of Russia will be meeting in Havana
Before Pope Francis embarks on his six-day trip to Mexico, he and the Patriarch of Russia will be meeting in Havana. Candida Moss, professor of the New Testament and Early Theology at the University of Notre Dame, joined CBSN to explain the meeting's historic significance.
Topo Chico prison in Monterrey, Mexico, went up in flames after a riot, killing at least 50 inmates and injuring others
Topo Chico prison in Monterrey, Mexico, went up in flames after a riot, killing at least 50 inmates and injuring others.
Former Mexican president Felipe Calderon discussed Donald Trump's proposal to build a wall between Mexico and the U.S., calling it "stupid" and saying his country would not pay for it
Former Mexican president Felipe Calderon discussed Donald Trump's proposal to build a wall between Mexico and the U.S., calling it "stupid" and saying his country would not pay for it. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has his remarks.
Until recently, Tim Harris, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, was the only restaurant owner in the country with Down syndrome
Until recently, Tim Harris, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, was the only restaurant owner in the country with Down syndrome. But what drives a restaurateur who has lived for his business to close up shop? A girl he loves more than anything. Steve Hartman reports.
Kate del Castillo, the Mexican actress who facilitated a Rolling Stone interview with drug lord "El Chapo," is being investigated for money laundering
Kate del Castillo, the Mexican actress who facilitated a Rolling Stone interview with drug lord "El Chapo," is being investigated for money laundering. CBSN's Contessa Brewer reports.
In an exclusive interview on "60 Minutes," Sean Penn opens up about interviewing drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman
In an exclusive interview on "60 Minutes," Sean Penn opens up about interviewing drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, one of the most wanted men in the world before his recent re-capture. Charlie Rose spoke with Meg Oliver and Elaine Quijano about his conversation with the actor.
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Trump is strategizing means to seize Iran's nuclear stockpiles, sources say
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources.
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Trump calls NATO allies "cowards" as more Marines head toward Middle East
The Iran war is nearing the three-week mark as about 2,200 more U.S. Marines and three more warships are headed toward the region, two U.S. officials said.
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U.S. preparing for potential use of ground troops in Iran
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
Judge strikes down restrictive Pentagon press policy, finding it violates First Amendment
A federal judge has struck down some of the Defense Department's strict controls on how journalists with access to the Pentagon are allowed to report — ending a policy that caused many news outlets to leave the Pentagon.
Trump administration temporarily lifts sanctions on Iranian oil at sea
The U.S. Treasury has authorized the purchase of Iranian oil that's already at sea, exempting buyers from the tight sanctions that have restricted Iran's oil industry for years, as the Trump administration grapples with high oil prices.
Colombian President Petro caught up in narcotics trafficking probes, sources say
The separate narco-trafficking investigations, based out of New York's Southern and Eastern districts, didn't set out to target Petro, but his name has come up during the course of the probes, one source said.
Chuck Norris, action icon and "Walker, Texas Ranger" star, dies at 86
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any other information.
Florida homeowners insurance company accused of siphoning profits
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DOJ seeks to drop case against ex-police officers charged in Breonna Taylor's death
Two former Louisville police officers were facing civil rights charges in connection with the 2020 shooting death of Breonna Taylor.
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Nicholas Brendon, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" actor, dies at 54
Nicholas Brendon was best known for his role as Xander Harris on all seven seasons of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer."
Colombian President Petro caught up in narcotics trafficking probes, sources say
The separate narco-trafficking investigations, based out of New York's Southern and Eastern districts, didn't set out to target Petro, but his name has come up during the course of the probes, one source said.
Judge strikes down restrictive Pentagon press policy, finding it violates First Amendment
A federal judge has struck down some of the Defense Department's strict controls on how journalists with access to the Pentagon are allowed to report — ending a policy that caused many news outlets to leave the Pentagon.
Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
Transcript: Namazi, Shargi, Carstens, on "Face the Nation," March 22, 2026
Transcript: Siamak Namazi, Emad Shargi, Roger Carstens, Neda Sharghi on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
CBS News Radio to shut down after nearly a century of broadcasting
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Getting ready to fly? Here are 3 ways to track TSA wait times.
Security lines are stretching up to 2 hours at some airports amid TSA staffing shortages. Here's how to check wait times before you leave.
Are the Trump administration's efforts to lower oil and gas prices working?
With gas closing in on $4 a gallon, the Trump administration is pulling multiple levers to tame energy prices. The results have been mixed.
Nearly 90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled across the U.S.
A pharmaceutical company issued the recall after receiving complaints of "gel-like mass and black particles" in the product, the FDA said.
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Trump is strategizing means to seize Iran's nuclear stockpiles, sources say
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
Colombian President Petro caught up in narcotics trafficking probes, sources say
The separate narco-trafficking investigations, based out of New York's Southern and Eastern districts, didn't set out to target Petro, but his name has come up during the course of the probes, one source said.
Trump administration temporarily lifts sanctions on Iranian oil at sea
The U.S. Treasury has authorized the purchase of Iranian oil that's already at sea, exempting buyers from the tight sanctions that have restricted Iran's oil industry for years, as the Trump administration grapples with high oil prices.
Judge strikes down restrictive Pentagon press policy, finding it violates First Amendment
A federal judge has struck down some of the Defense Department's strict controls on how journalists with access to the Pentagon are allowed to report — ending a policy that caused many news outlets to leave the Pentagon.
Transcript: Namazi, Shargi, Carstens, on "Face the Nation," March 22, 2026
Transcript: Siamak Namazi, Emad Shargi, Roger Carstens, Neda Sharghi on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
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A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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Trump is strategizing means to seize Iran's nuclear stockpiles, sources say
The Trump administration has been strategizing methods and options to secure or extract Iran's nuclear materials, according to multiple sources, as the military campaign against Tehran enters a more uncertain phase.
Trump administration temporarily lifts sanctions on Iranian oil at sea
The U.S. Treasury has authorized the purchase of Iranian oil that's already at sea, exempting buyers from the tight sanctions that have restricted Iran's oil industry for years, as the Trump administration grapples with high oil prices.
Transcript: Namazi, Shargi, Carstens, on "Face the Nation," March 22, 2026
Transcript: Siamak Namazi, Emad Shargi, Roger Carstens, Neda Sharghi on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
Former Iran detainees fear Americans held in Iranian prisons face heightened danger
Siamak Namazi, who was released from Iran's Evin prison in 2023, said "it's important" that President Trump "hears that there are innocent Americans being held like we were as political pawns."
Are the Trump administration's efforts to lower oil and gas prices working?
With gas closing in on $4 a gallon, the Trump administration is pulling multiple levers to tame energy prices. The results have been mixed.
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"SWIM" kicks off BTS's return after hiatus
"SWIM" by K-pop super-group BTS is taking the world by storm. It's their first single after a four-year hiatus, kicking off the comeback of one of the world's biggest bands. Billboard News host Tetris Kelly joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
CBS News Radio to shut down after nearly a century of broadcasting
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video of Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest on Long Island released
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Chuck Norris dies at age 86
Action star Chuck Norris has died at age 86, his family announced Friday. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe reports.
Taylor Frankie Paul mugshot emerges
Reality TV star Taylor Frankie Paul's booking photo for an apparent incident in 2023 has emerged. Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner joins with more details.
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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
White House unveils AI framework for Congress
The White House unveiled a national framework for how it wants Congress to address concerns about artificial intelligence. Technology journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss the outline and AI concerns.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
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Risks of excessive screen time for adults
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
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.
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5 more defendants plead guilty in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme
Five people who were charged in connection to the Feeding Our Future scheme pleaded guilty to wire fraud this week.
Bodycam video of Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest on Long Island released
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Justice Department subpoenas James Comey
Federal prosecutors in Miami subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey as part of a probe into Obama-era intelligence officials, two sources familiar with the investigation tell CBS News. Jake Rosen reports.
"American Nightmare" survivor Denise Huskins' new discovery exposes victim privacy loophole in California law
The failure to protect explicit case evidence in Denise Huskins' kidnapping and sexual assault case is driving reform at the State Capitol. New developments exposed a little-known gap in state law that could expose videos of sexual assault victims.
Derrick Thompson sentenced to nearly 59 years in prison
Several Minnesota families saw justice served on Thursday morning after five young women were killed in a high-speed crash two summers ago in Minneapolis.
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Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 blastoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
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NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
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From the archives: Day 1 of the Iraq War
On March 20, 2003, a coalition of U.S.-led forces invaded Iraq, marking the start of the eponymous war. Watch the full "CBS Evening News" broadcast from that day.
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Remembering Chuck Norris' life and career
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U.S. sending thousands more Marines to Middle East
Thousands more U.S. Marines and three more warships are headed toward the Middle East, two U.S. officials told CBS News, as the war nears the three-week mark with no signs of letting up. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
Vanderbilt Commodores head coach on success
The NCAA women's basketball tournament is officially underway. Shea Ralph, head coach for the Vanderbilt Commodores women's basketball team, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the team's historic season and securing the two seed in the tournament.