Troops begin to draw down from Trump border assignment
President Trump had pushed for the troops to protect the southern border as migrant caravans approached
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El Chapo witnesses testify on drugs, money
The El Chapo trial has passed its one-month mark with several witnesses revealing in-depth details about cartel operations. Criminal defense lawyer Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN to recap the highlights and give his take on the jury's surprising response so far.
Migrant family apprehensions along the border continue to rise
More than 25,000 migrant families were detained in November near the southern border for crossing into the U.S. illegally, according to government data
El Chapo: Key witness finishes testimony
At the El Chapo trial, the jury got a look inside Juan Carlos Ramirez's ledger, which showed payments for drug shipping boats and cartel-related murders. Former Colombian public defender German Rosero is the fourth witness. Public defense lawyer Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN to discuss the case.
Woman in migrant caravan gives birth in U.S. after entering illegally
Scores of pregnant women have traveled with the caravan through Mexico before reaching the U.S. border
Hunting for hidden graves in Mexico
The murder rate in Mexico is on track to be the highest since record-keeping began. CBS News' Haley Ott reports from Mexico with more on the story.
Hunting for hidden graves in Mexico
Escalating cartel violence is putting Mexico on track to see both its highest murder rate and highest rate of disappearances since record-keeping began
Former cocaine supplier testifies on El Chapo
Juan Carlos Ramirez took the stand for a second day of testimony in the El Chapo trial. He told the jury he was Joaquin Guzman's No. 1 cocaine supplier, and went into detail about the operations. Attorney Paul Batista joins CBSN to discuss who's been missing from the prosecution's line of questioning: El Chapo himself.
More families have crossed illegally to San Diego since caravan arrived, CBP says
Frustrated with a long wait to apply for asylum, some migrants are trying to cross clandestinely
Asylum denials hit record-high in 2018 as Trump administration tightens immigration policy
Immigration judges rejected 65 percent of immigrants seeking refugee status, according to data from Syracuse University
Week 4 of testimony begins in El Chapo trial
The trial of alleged drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman continues after three weeks of testimony from two of the prosecution's star witnesses. Legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN with a recap, and what's been missing from their statements.
Trump exchanges "pleasantries" with Saudi crown prince at G-20 — live updates
President Trump is at the G-20 summit in Argentina amid troubled international relationships and legal concerns back home
Jared Kushner receives "Aztec Eagle" award from Mexican government
Trump's son-in-law and adviser was awarded Mexico's highest civilian honor by Mexican president
New president vows to transform Mexico
Mexico's new president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, will face a long list of challenges after he's sworn in tomorrow. CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZero Media, Willis Sparks, takes us through the details.
Refugee recalls journey to asylum
Out of about 1,500 people in a migrant caravan that moved through Mexico last spring, only a small handful were granted asylum. One is 19-year-old Edgar Reyes, who had hundreds of pages of evidence. CBS News national correspondent Adriana Diaz reports.
Refugee survived kidnapping attempt, months-long detention before getting asylum
Edgar Reyes said he survived a kidnapping attempt and three days on a Mexican freight train so dangerous it's known as "The Beast"
Key witness testifies in El Chapo trial
Cross-examination began for the prosecution's second star witness, Miguel Martinez, in week 3 of the El Chapo trial. Martinez told the jury Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman ordered four hits on him in prison. Legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN to discuss the latest.
Immigrant rights groups find Trump is their best fundraiser
The president's hardline anti-immigration policies appear to be inspiring more donations to groups that oppose them
Resort served "poisonous" alcohol to woman who died, family says
Abbey Conner drowned in a pool at an Iberostar hotel and resort in Riviera Maya after drinking while on vacation with her family in January 2017
"El Chapo" Guzman's defense attorneys try to paint lieutenant-turned-witness as having vendetta
Known as El Gordo, Miguel Angel Martinez blamed Guzman for four attempts on his life while he was in prison.
Undocumented immigrants in U.S. drop to 12-year low
The number of undocumented immigrants from Mexico continued to decline, while more came from Central America, according to the Pew Research Center
El Chapo trial: Ex-cartel member testifies
Former cartel lieutenant Miguel Martinez testified for a second day in the El Chapo trial. His testimony focused on the wealth Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman amassed while being the leader of the Sinaloa cartel. Criminal defense lawyer Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN to discuss how the jury may be perceiving Martinez's testimony.
Witness testifies on El Chapo's rise in cartel
Week 3 of El Chapo's trial began with testimony from his former friend and cartel member Miguel Angel Martinez, who spoke about Joaquin Guzman's life before the Sinaloa cartel. But what might be more interesting is what happened off the witness stand. Attorney Paul Batista joins CBSN with details.
Story behind photo of migrant mom, kids running from tear gas
Maria Meza tried to claim asylum at the U.S. border Sunday but was among the migrants blocked by Mexican police
Migrant mother falls off border fence, impaled in front of her children
"Entering our country illegally, particularly over our walls is not only dangerous, but also very foolish," San Diego Sector Chief Patrol Agent Rodney Scott said
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Trump meets Netanyahu as his threat to resume strikes looms over Iran
Trump meets Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu as the U.S. and Iran hold their fire amid work toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Thune says of Lindsey Graham "I feel his absence every day" in Capitol ceremony
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than 1,000 pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what's likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
People trapped and injured after powerful earthquake strikes Japan
A powerful earthquake hit southern Japan, causing injuries according to the country's prime minister, with some people reportedly trapped in a damaged mall.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
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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.
William Shatner and daughter recall fighting stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought stage 4 cancer side by side.
eBay settles with couple "terrorized" in bizarre stalking scandal
eBay has agreed to pay a large settlement after a Massachusetts couple was the victim of a bizarre harassment campaign.
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.
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What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
Thune says of Lindsey Graham "I feel his absence every day" in Capitol ceremony
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
In final debate, Michigan Senate Democrats spar over outside spending
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
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.
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Johnson & Johnson offers $5.5 billion to settle talc lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson has offered $5.5 billion to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its baby powder and other talcum powder products caused ovarian cancer, the company says.
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.
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Judge orders immigration officials to free key witness in deadly ICE shooting
A federal judge ordered U.S. immigration authorities to release a key witness in the fatal shooting of a Mexican homebuilder by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston.
Thune says of Lindsey Graham "I feel his absence every day" in Capitol ceremony
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
In final debate, Michigan Senate Democrats spar over outside spending
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
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.
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What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought stage 4 cancer side by side.
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.
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Woman murdered in 1936 and buried under building is finally identified
Police have finally identified the remains of a woman murdered nearly a century ago and buried beneath a building in Toronto.
Widow of murdered mayor arrested in extortion case in Mexico
Valentin Lavin, who was allied with President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, was shot and killed during a town hall.
People trapped and injured after powerful earthquake strikes Japan
A powerful earthquake hit southern Japan, seriously damaging a shopping mall where there are reportedly many people trapped and some dead.
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.
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William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought stage 4 cancer side by side.
William Shatner, daughter on cancer journeys
Legendary actor William Shatner and his daughter Melanie Shatner Gretsch are opening up about their battles with stage 4 cancer nearly at the same time as each other. Both are now cancer-free and share how they helped each other through the challenging time.
Ariana Grande sues alleged hackers
In a new lawsuit, Ariana Grande alleges unidentified hackers caused "irreparable harm" to her career and stole her unreleased music, photos and videos. She's asking the court to force internet providers to identify them.
"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.
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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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Police seek third Seattle shooting suspect
Seattle police are hunting for a third suspect being linked to a deadly shooting at a food festival near the Space Needle. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
Extremism expert on Berlin Pride attack
Authorities say the suspect who attacked Berlin's Pride event was known to German police for other crimes. Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler of the Counter Extremism Project speaks on German efforts to monitor extremists, and CBS News' Bradley Blackburn takes a look at German data on hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people.
Woman murdered in 1936 and buried under building is finally identified
Police have finally identified the remains of a woman murdered nearly a century ago and buried beneath a building in Toronto.
Bryan Kohberger challenges his conviction
Bryan Kohberger, the man sentenced for the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students, pleaded guilty last year as part of a deal. Now, he wants to take back his guilty plea and go to trial. Jericka Duncan reports.
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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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Takeaways as America honors Lindsay Graham
Memories of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham were abundant at the U.S. Capitol ceremony honoring the Republican from South Carolina who died unexpectedly in early July. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Watch: Thune remembers Lindsey Graham
Senate Majority Leader John Thune delivered remarks at a ceremony honoring late Sen. Lindsey Graham at the U.S. Capitol. Thune said he feels Graham's absence daily and recalled his trips with the Republican lawmaker around the world.
Senate staffer remembers Lindsey Graham
Lee Holmes, a former chief counsel and staff director of the Senate Judiciary Committee who worked closely with the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, joined CBS News to share more details on Graham's work and the legacy he leaves behind.
Police seek third Seattle shooting suspect
Seattle police are hunting for a third suspect being linked to a deadly shooting at a food festival near the Space Needle. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Vance honors Lindsey Graham
Vice President JD Vance honored late Sen. Lindsey Graham, the influential Republican lawmaker from South Carolina, during a memorial tribute in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol. Vance said Graham often supported his causes and was an avid persuader among his colleagues.