Ex-U.S. ambassador who spied for Cuba for decades gets 15 years
The former U.S. ambassador to Bolivia was allegedly recruited by the Cubans in 1973, then went on to rise through the ranks of the State Department.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs lawyer slams raids
A lawyer representing Sean "Diddy" Combs called the raids at the musician's Los Angeles and Miami homes a "gross overuse of military-level force." The raids were part of a possible ongoing sex trafficking investigation, U.S. officials confirmed Monday. Kelly Hyman, a trial attorney, joins CBS News with more.
Diddy issues statement following raids
An attorney for Sean "Diddy" Combs issued a statement Tuesday saying the rapper and producer is innocent of any wrongdoing following raids by law enforcement on two of his homes a day earlier. Carter Evans has the latest.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' LA, Miami homes raided by law enforcement, officials say
Combs' homes in Los Angeles and Miami were raided by federal law enforcement officers, U.S. officials confirmed Monday.
Flight from Haiti arrives in Miami
The first commercial flights from Haiti since gang violence erupted in the country's capital landed in Miami Monday. Haiti's Sunrise Airways and GlobalX Airlines joined together to bring two flights out of the embattled Caribbean nation, carrying about 155 passengers in total. More flights are scheduled for this week. CBS News Miami's Tania Francois has more.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' LA and Miami homes raided
The Department of Homeland Security on Monday raided the homes of music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans is following the story from Los Angeles.
3rd day of American evacuations from Haiti
The U.S. will evacuate more Americans from Haiti for the third day in a row Friday after more than 90 Americans arrived in the Dominican Republic and Miami Thursday. People trapped in Haiti are scrambling to escape the gang violence and political turmoil gripping parts of the country. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Americans flee Haiti as gang violence rises
In response to escalating gang violence and severe food shortages, a U.S. government-chartered flight from Cap Haitien brought 47 Americans to safety in Miami. This operation follows a series of evacuations and warnings of dire conditions in Haiti.
Americans flee Haiti as violence and unrest grow
The U.S. is trying to get Americans out of Haiti as deadly gang violence persists. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from northern Haiti, where the evacuations are underway.
First flight of Americans from Haiti lands at Miami International Airport to escape chaos
There were 47 passengers on board, all U.S. citizens escaping the civil unrest and violence in the Caribbean nation.
Miami Proud: UM's Sonjia Kenya paving the way in medical field
As we celebrate Women's History Month, we acknowledge Sonjia Kenya, who's paving the way in the medical field.
Mary Brickell was instrumental in shaping Fort Lauderdale
Most of what became downtown Fort Lauderdale was purchased by Mary and William Brickell in1874
The Case Against Enrico Forti
A former TV producer and windsurfing champion says he’s in prison for a murder he didn’t commit -- the only physical evidence against him: a teaspoon of sand. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty investigates. | EDITOR'S NOTE: On March 1 2024, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that he would allow Enrico Forti to be transferred to Italy to serve out his life sentence.
Former TV producer says he's in prison for a murder he didn't commit
Enrico "Chico" Forti was convicted and sentenced to life without parole in the 1998 killing of Dale Pike, an Australian who had traveled to Miami to meet with Forti about a business deal -- Forti maintains he is innocent
Is Enrico Forti the Italian Amanda Knox?
Two decades after Dale Pike was shot dead on a Miami beach, questions still swirl around the man convicted for the murder
Miami starts spring break crackdown
Miami Beach has begun its breakup with spring break with city officials enforcing new public safety measures including safety patrols, DUI checks and curfews. Beaches are also closing overnight. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has more.
Miami Beach tries to break up with spring break
Miami Beach is cracking down on the rowdy partyers that show up every March by imposing a series of rules for visitors, such as curfews and DUI checkpoints. Cristian Benavides has details.
Plane goes off runway at Houston airport
A United Airlines plane rolled off the runway at a Houston airport Friday morning when a gear failed upon landing. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi has the details.
Crew of Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas cruise ship rescued 14 people adrift in the sea
The crew of what is considered the world's largest cruise ship rescued more than a dozen people clinging to a small boat
Ida Cohen leaves legacy of care with Miami Jewish Health
Her picture is on the wall down the hall from the reception desk at Miami Jewish Health, a 25-acre, lush oasis dedicated to the care of aging Miami residents of all faiths.
Miami Beach posts 'break up' video to spring breakers
Police have made dozens of arrests. The city hiked up parking fees and launched a campaign aimed at rowdy crowds.
Black History Month: Dana Dorsey came to Miami, became a millionaire
CBS News Miami is commemorating Black History Month with a man whose name seems to be everywhere in the Black community, and rightly so.
Miami Beach enacting new spring break restrictions
Miami Beach is hoping to leave the shootings and unruly crowds of previous spring breaks in the past by enacting strict new measures, including adding security checkpoints and closing liquor stores at 8 p.m. Manuel Bojorquez has details.
Over a dozen people injured after 2 boats collide near PortMiami
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue told CBS News Miami that a total of 13 people were transported by responding agencies to a local hospital.
Milton "Butterball" Smith: A beloved voice from Miami's Black history
Milton "Butterball" Smith was one of the pioneers of Miami's Black radio
Trump lauds Erdogan, announces lifting sanctions as NATO summit begins
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump will continue to press other countries to boost defense spending.
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Tanker struck as Iran threatens to abandon talks over Trump's threats
A tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. and Iran continued exchanging threats with peace talks on hold.
Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
Top Democrats call on Platner to drop out as sexual assault allegation emerges
A Maine woman told Politico that Graham Platner entered her home in late 2021 and forced himself on her. Platner denies the allegation.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
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Senate Democrats push Trump-affiliated companies for answers about IRS settlement
Democratic Sens. Elizabeth Warren, Chuck Schumer and Ron Wyden are probing whether companies affiliated with the Trump family are included in a DOJ deal to resolve a lawsuit brought by President Trump.
Democrats Stevens and El-Sayed face off in primary debate for Michigan Senate
The debate comes days after a third candidate, Mallory McMorrow, suspended her campaign.
Evidence found behind Cracker Barrel helps solve 1985 cold case murder
Ohio police say they've solved a man's 1985 murder using old evidence, including items found soon after the killing behind a Cracker Barrel in Georgia.
Toyota, in $3.6 billion move, shifting Tacoma production to Texas from Mexico
Toyota says it's shifting most production of its mid-size Tacoma pick-up truck from Mexico to the United States as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its San Antonio, Texas plant.
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Evidence found behind Cracker Barrel helps solve 1985 cold case murder
Ohio police say they've solved a man's 1985 murder using old evidence, including items found soon after the killing behind a Cracker Barrel in Georgia.
Walmart cuts prices on thousands of items, including beef and soda
President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday."
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Senate Democrats push Trump-affiliated companies for answers about IRS settlement
Democratic Sens. Elizabeth Warren, Chuck Schumer and Ron Wyden are probing whether companies affiliated with the Trump family are included in a DOJ deal to resolve a lawsuit brought by President Trump.
Trump lauds Erdogan, announces lifting sanctions as NATO summit begins
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump will continue to press other countries to boost defense spending.
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Walmart cuts prices on thousands of items, including beef and soda
President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday."
Toyota, in $3.6 billion move, shifting Tacoma production to Texas from Mexico
Toyota is shifting most production of its midsize Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to the U.S. as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its Texas plant.
AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
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Cuba slowly getting power back after third nationwide blackout in 6 months
Cubans were gradually getting power restored after the third nationwide power outage this year, causing mounting despair in the face of an energy collapse precipitated by a U.S. fuel blockade.
Democrats Stevens and El-Sayed face off in primary debate for Michigan Senate
The debate comes days after a third candidate, Mallory McMorrow, suspended her campaign.
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Senate Democrats push Trump-affiliated companies for answers about IRS settlement
Democratic Sens. Elizabeth Warren, Chuck Schumer and Ron Wyden are probing whether companies affiliated with the Trump family are included in a DOJ deal to resolve a lawsuit brought by President Trump.
Trump lauds Erdogan, announces lifting sanctions as NATO summit begins
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump will continue to press other countries to boost defense spending.
Judge says alleged D.C. pipe bomber isn't covered by Trump's Jan. 6 pardons
A judge ruled that that President Trump's pardons of the rioters were "expressly limited" to those who were convicted of their actions on Jan. 6, 2021, and did not apply to Brian Cole Jr.
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Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"
Eric Dillon thought the pain in his shoulder was a minor injury. It took two years to get the real answer.
Why tick season is expected to be worse than normal
The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
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Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
French right-wing leader Marine Le Pen cleared to run in 2027 election
Le Pen is now eligible to run in the forthcoming election, but would have to do so wearing an electronic tag, something she has previously ruled out.
2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Cuba slowly getting power back after third nationwide blackout in 6 months
Cubans were gradually getting power restored after the third nationwide power outage this year, causing mounting despair in the face of an energy collapse precipitated by a U.S. fuel blockade.
Woman suspected in bomb attack on Ukrainian magnate found dead in Kyiv
A woman suspected of planting a bomb that targeted a wealthy Ukrainian businessman in Monaco has been found shot dead in Kyiv.
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Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
Common on starring in "Silo" series
Common speaks to "CBS Mornings" about starring in the series "Silo," which is back for a third season. The Oscar, Emmy and Grammy Award winner reveals what drew him to his character. He also discusses recent performances, including at the BET Awards and the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Sophie Chen Keller reads "Little Wonder"
Oprah Winfrey selected "Little Wonder" by acclaimed author Sophie Chen Keller as her latest book club pick. Keller reads an excerpt from her novel about an extraordinary journey of hope and love.
Details emerge of Swift-Kelce wedding
The highly anticipated wedding between pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs Pro Bowler Travis Kelce took place at Madison Square Garden on Friday. Page Six senior reporter Carlos Greer joins with the emerging details.
AI actor Tilly Norwood set to star in first feature film
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
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Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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.
White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
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Ex-college hoops star accused of posing as other people in $2.2M scam
Kerr Kriisa posed as other people and falsely claimed he and his family urgently needed money to deal with an emergency, the indictment says.
Democrats tell Platner to leave Senate race
Democratic leadership is pushing Maine's Graham Platner to remove himself from the Senate race after a former partner accused Platner of sexual assault. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest details.
Prosecutors present case against Kirk suspect
Prosecutors in Utah began presenting their case on Monday against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing Charlie Kirk, during a five-day preliminary hearing. Prosecutors are aiming to prove they have enough evidence to move forward with a murder trial against Robinson, who has not yet entered a plea. Carter Evans reports.
Evidence found behind Cracker Barrel helps solve 1985 cold case murder
Ohio police say they've solved a man's 1985 murder using old evidence, including items found soon after the killing behind a Cracker Barrel in Georgia.
Charlie Kirk assassination suspect back in court
The Utah man accused of assassinating right-wing activist Charlie Kirk appeared in court for a preliminary hearing, marking the first time he was in the same room as Kirk's family. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman reports.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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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.
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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Trump meets with Turkish President Erdogan
President Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met on Tuesday in Ankara ahead of a NATO summit. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and former CIA officer and Marine Corps veteran Elliot Ackerman join with more.
Gotham FC announces move to Queens, NY
Gotham FC, the reigning National Women's Soccer League champions, announced they will relocate their home games from New Jersey to Etihad Park in Queens, New York, beginning in 2028. Gotham FC Governor Carolyn Tisch Blodgett talks to "CBS Mornings" about what this move means for the team and the impact of having a professional women's soccer team playing in New York.
Explosions rock Damascus during Macron visit
Explosions in Damascus injured over a dozen people, according to Syrian state TV, during French leader Emmanuel Macron's visit to Syria to meet with President Ahmed al-Sharaa. CBS News' Chris Livesay has more.
Parts of East Coast hit with severe flooding
Parts of the East Coast are cleaning up from a series of storms that brought flash flooding and widespread damage. Meg Oliver reports.
Democrats tell Platner to leave Senate race
Democratic leadership is pushing Maine's Graham Platner to remove himself from the Senate race after a former partner accused Platner of sexual assault. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest details.