Trump defends using "safe" tear gas at border
While most of the nearly 6,000 migrants remain undeterred, about 60 to 100 are lining up each day to voluntarily go back home
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Mexican police crack down at border
Mexican police took steps Monday to keep Central American migrants from storming the U.S. border in Tijuana after hundreds rushed a port of entry Sunday in an effort to win asylum in the U.S. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal is there.
Lawmaker calls for Central American "Marshall Plan" after border visit
Rep. Lou Correa said the U.S. government should invest in Central America to discourage migrants from journeying north
El Chapo trial enters week 3
After a long Thanksgiving break, the El Chapo trial resumes for week 3. The jury is expected to hear from another high-ranking cartel member. Legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to recap week 2 of the trial and preview what's coming next.
Dallas woman dies after plastic surgery in Mexico
The fiancé of a Dallas real estate agent who died after plastic surgery in Mexico is seeking a "murder" charge for the doctors. Laura Avila's family said doctors in Mexico injected anesthesia in the wrong place, causing a heart attack that resulted in brain swelling.
U.S. shuts down major border crossing
U.S. Customs and Border Protection closed the San Ysidro port of entry between the U.S and Mexico. CBS affiliate KFMB-TV's Monique Griego joins CBSN with the latest.
Migrant caravan seeks refuge
Thousands of people fleeing Honduras head north towards the U.S. border, drawing threats from President Trump
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A standoff at the Mexican border between the migrant caravan and U.S. authorities highlights a difficult issue
Trump threatens to close border after clashes
As Central American migrants arrived at the southern U.S. border this weekend, border patrol agents used tear gas to turn them away. President Trump said on Twitter he would permanently close the border if necessary. Peter Vincent, former ICE general counsel and a former senior official at the Department of Homeland Security, joined CBSN to discuss the situation.
Tense clashes with migrants at U.S. border
The busiest U.S. border crossing is open again after a confrontation forced it to close temporarily Sunday. U.S. Customs and Border Protection patrol agents fired tear gas at hundreds of people, including women and children, after some of them tried to force their way across the border between San Diego and Tijuana, Mexico. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Trump: Migrants at border not coming into US
Before the midterm elections, the migrant caravan was far away from Mexico. Now it is near the California border and President Trump faces difficult policy questions. Does he try to shut down the border, or does he try to persuade Mexico to allow the migrants to stay in Tijuana as they await asylum processing? Major Garrett reports.
Busiest U.S.-Mexico border crossing reopens after violent clashes
Trump decries "stone cold criminals" as one migrant describes "many children who fainted" after agents fire tear gas
Fiancé of Dallas woman who died after surgery in Mexico seeks "murder" charge
Laura Avila's family say doctors in Mexico injected anesthesia in the wrong place, causing a heart attack that resulted in brain swelling
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U.S. agents use tear gas as some migrants try to breach U.S.-Mexico border
Many migrants hope to apply for asylum in the U.S., but agents at the San Ysidro entry point are processing fewer than 100 asylum petitions a day
Tensions escalate at southern border
Tensions grew Sunday at the border crossing between San Diego and Tijuana, Mexico. A group of migrants, reportedly part of the caravan of Central American migrants, breached a fence at the port of entry in San Ysidro, California. CBS News Washington correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump seeks to alter asylum policy
President Trump is seeking to change the policy for asylum-seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border. Meanwhile, the Group of 20 summit will convene this week, and an associate of Roger Stone's is in plea talks with special counsel Robert Mueller. Susan Page, Washington bureau chief for USA Today, joined CBSN to discuss the week in politics.
Dallas woman put on life support after plastic surgery in Mexico dies
Laura Avila was moved to hospice care earlier this month after going to Mexico for several procedures
Migrants' moves spur U.S. to close crossing
U.S. officials closed border crossings at one of the busiest ports of entry between the U.S. and Mexico. The closures come as around 500 migrants who have been gathering in Tijuana, Mexico, made moves toward the border. BBC News Correspondent Will Grant joined CBSN from Tijuana with more.
Incoming Mexican government: No deal to host U.S. asylum-seekers
Mexico's incoming government denies report of plan to allow asylum-seekers to wait in country instead of in U.S.
Thousands of migrants could await asylum in Mexico
Under a new proposal being discussed by Mexico and the U.S., thousands of migrants seeking asylum in the U.S. would have to stay in Mexico while their cases are processed in American courts. Weijia Jiang reports.
Humanitarian crisis in Tijuana
Tijuana's mayor has asked the United Nations for aid in assisting the nearly 5,000 migrants that have arrived from Central America. BBC Correspondent Will Grant joined CBSN from Tijuana with the latest on the caravan.
Mayor of declares "humanitarian crisis"
The mayor of Tijuana, Mexico, declared a "humanitarian crisis" in response to migrants who arrived in the city. At the same time, President Trump called for bipartisan legislation on border security. Michael Graham, a CBSN political contributor, Boston Herald columnist, and politics editor for NHJournal.com, joined CBSN to discuss the latest.
Trump threatens to shut down U.S.-Mexico border
From his Florida resort, President Trump threatened to shut down the entire southern border. Nearly 6,000 active duty troops are already awaiting the arrival of a migrant caravan heading north. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
El Chapo trial witness: Ex-Mexico security chief was bribed
Mexico's former top security chief and another law enforcement official who once worked under the country's new president-elect took millions of dollars in bribes from the notorious Sinaloa drug cartel in the mid-2000s, a witness testified Tuesday at the U.S. trial of kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. Legal analyst Rikki Klieman breaks down the five days of testimony and told CBSN what she found most striking.
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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.
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 feared dead.
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 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.
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.
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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 feared 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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On Friday, June 5, Brendan Banfield was sentenced to life in prison without parole for orchestrating an elaborate plot to murder his wife, Christine Banfield, while carrying on an affair with the family's au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhães. The scheme involved luring an unsuspecting man, Joseph Ryan, to the Banfield home and attempting to frame him for the crime. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green and "48 Hours" producer Michelle Sigona share the most passionate moments from victim impact statements. You'll also hear from Brendan Banfield in court as he maintained his innocence.
Courtroom Emotion During Larry Millete Trial
In a trial with no body and no crime scene, is circumstantial evidence enough to convict? Larry Millete's murder trial continues this week with shocking courtroom revelations. He is accused of killing his wife, 39-year-old mother of three Maya Millete. With cameras banned from the courtroom, 48 Hours correspondent Peter Van Sant and CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman break down the past two weeks of testimony, from texts inquiring about a hitman, to a mysterious freezer wheeled out of the home just two days after she disappeared.
Survivor Finalist Joe Hunter's Fight for Justice
During his time competing on "Survivor," Joe Hunter has been open about seeking justice for the death of his sister Joanna whose death was ruled a suicide. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales and producer Michelle Fanucci discuss their investigation into Joanna's death and an interview with Hunter who believes Joanna's husband, former pastor Mark Lewis, staged the scene after years of domestic violence. Mark Lewis has not been charged with any crime relating to the death of Joanna.
The Trial of Larry Millete Begins | Case by Case
After years of waiting, Larry Millete's murder trial is underway in San Diego. He is accused of killing his wife, Maya Millete, who disappeared in 2021. The first week has already delivered bombshell testimony. In this episode of "Case by Case," "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green and CBS 8 San Diego reporter Kelly Hessedal break down the 2021 disappearance of Maya before diving into the stunning allegations laid out in court–including an alleged affair and emails with online spellcasters.
How a County Clerk Upended the Alex Murdaugh Case
The South Carolina Supreme Court just issued a stunning unanimous ruling overturning the 2023 double murder convictions of Alex Murdaugh. In this episode of "Case by Case", "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green and University of South Carolina School of Law professor Colin Miller break down the jury tampering allegations against Becky Hill that sent this notorious case back to square one.