Nolan Wells' family seeks answers after missing Mississippi teen found dead
The family of Nolan Wells, who was found dead after a July 4 boat trip to Horn Island, has hired civil rights attorney Ben Crump.
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Body later found after teen goes missing
The family of 18-year-old Nolan Wells is looking for answers after he and some friends went to a party on a Mississippi island on the Fourth of July, and Wells never returned. He was later found dead. Skyler Henry reports.
Teen found dead near Mississippi island
The body of missing teen Nolan Wells was discovered off the coast of Horn Island, Mississippi, officials said. Wells was last seen with a group of friends days before.
Nancy Guthrie ransom note, believed to be from abductor, said she died, sources say
Authorities believe two ransom notes addressed to Nancy Guthrie's family — including a note that said she had died — were likely sent by the person or group of people who abducted her.
Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in disappearance of Etan Patz
Etan Patz walked out of his New York City home headed for a school bus stop in May of 1979. He never made it to school and has never been found.
Human remains found in sleeping bag in national park identified 26 years later
Forensic tests helped identify a man whose remains were found inside a sleeping bag in Washington state in 2000.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
Mom of American missing in Japan says they argued over ChatGPT
James "Weston" Higginbotham went missing one week ago while on a family vacation in Japan.
Weston Higginbotham's family speaks out
Weston Higginbotham's parents are speaking out after their son went missing during a family trip in Japan. CBS News' Anna Coren reports.
Parents of missing Auburn student speak out
It's been one week since American college student James "Weston" Higginbotham disappeared in Japan while vacationing with his family. His parents spoke to Anna Coren about the search and why their son was spotted getting on a train alone.
Search continues for Auburn University student missing in Japan
James "Weston" Higginbotham, an Auburn University student, went missing last week in Japan after his family says he went to an area near Kyoto known for its hiking trails.
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Coast Guard seizes dinghy Lynette Hooker allegedly "bounced off" in Bahamas
The eight-foot dinghy that Brian Hooker says he and his wife, Lynette Hooker, were aboard when she disappeared in early April was seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
Update in Lynette Hooker search
On Thursday, the Coast Guard took custody of the dinghy Brian and Lynette Hooker were on the night of her disappearance. Cristian Benavides got an exclusive look at the ongoing investigation into the Michigan woman's Bahamas disappearance.
Search ongoing for missing American in Japan
Rescue teams searched on Thursday for a 20-year-old Auburn University student who vanished during a family vacation in Japan. Anna Coren reports from Hong Kong.
American missing in Japan
Weston Higginbotham's family is desperately looking for him in Japan after he went missing during a family trip. CBS News' Anna Coren reports.
New details in search for Lynette Hooker
A search for Lynette Hooker is set to expand in the Bahamas as questions linger about how she disappeared during a sailing trip with her husband, Brian Hooker. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Coast Guard searching in Lynette Hooker case
A team of specialized Coast Guard divers and investigators have been searching the Sea of Abaco in the Bahamas for missing Michigan mother Lynette Hooker. Cristian Benavides reports.
Coast Guard searching for Lynette Hooker
The search for the missing Michigan woman in the Bahamas is a "potential murder investigation," a U.S. official told CBS News. Coast Guard divers recently began searching for Lynette Hooker in new areas. Cristian Benavides is following the case and has exclusive video of the search.
Lab worker who vanished last year found dead in New Mexico national forest
Melissa Casias was employed at the Los Alamos National Laboratory when she went missing last year, her niece said.
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GPS data appears to contradict Brian Hooker's account of wife's disappearance
After forensic evidence appeared to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where Lynette Hooker was the night she disappeared, U.S. investigators are renewing their search in the Bahamas.
New evidence in Bahamas disappearance
New forensic evidence appears to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where he says he was the night his wife Lynette went missing in the Bahamas. Cristian Benavides has the details.
Clues in the Lynette Hooker investigation
An infrared camera mounted on the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas could contain clues about her disappearance, CBS News has learned. Cristian Benavides has more.
Infrared camera on sailboat may hold clues in Lynette Hooker investigation
CBS News has learned the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker before her disappearance in the Bahamas had an infrared camera capable of detecting heat radiation.
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Coast Guard seizes sailboat in Lynette Hooker's disappearance probe, sources say
The sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker in their travels around the Bahamas — named "Soulmate" — has been seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
Body of soldier who went missing in Morocco recovered, U.S. Army says
The Moroccan military recovered the body of one of two U.S. soldiers who went missing on May 2, the U.S. Army said.
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Iran denies Trump claim that U.S-Iran negotiations begin today
Tehran said Monday it had no plans to hold direct talks with the U.S., despite President Trump's claim that a "deal is imminent."
Acting attorney general issues order rescinding "anti-weaponization fund"
The order came after Republican senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn threatened to block Todd Blanche's confirmation for Attorney General if the fund was not rescinded in writing.
Fast-moving wildfires in Spokane area destroy hundreds of homes
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown called the wildfires burning through the area the "worst natural disaster our region has faced."
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
Sen. Moreno says ex-son-in-law Max Miller shouldn't serve in Congress
GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio said his former son-in-law, Rep. Max Miller, shouldn't serve in Congress amid swirling abuse claims, as Miller vowed to stay in the race for another term and strongly denied all allegations of misconduct.
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ICE detentions set Trump-era high in July, as immigration crackdown widens
Detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement set a monthly record high for the second Trump administration in July, internal agency data obtained by CBS News shows, as ICE widened its crackdown.
Zac Brown Band surprises 37,000 Fenway Park concert fans with free cruises
Zac Brown Band celebrated their 15th straight sold-out concert at Fenway Park in Boston by giving everyone a free vacation on a cruise ship.
Idaho In-N-Out shooting suspect identified after 3 killed, 7 wounded
The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Chad Williams, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
Trump admin. touts its transparency. Yet few Iran war details have been shared.
The Trump administration is offering the public less information about the Iran war and its direction, even as the costs continue to mount.
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Senate pushes ahead with plan to fund government through midterms
The Senate is moving ahead with a plan to keep the government funded and avoid another shutdown before the midterm elections.
Ariana Grande pulls out of musical over "endless, ongoing public scrutiny"
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Acting attorney general issues order rescinding "anti-weaponization fund"
The order came after Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn threatened to block Blanche's confirmation for Attorney General if the fund was not rescinded in writing.
Rep. Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after "hit-skip crash" in Toledo, police say
Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur's office said the congresswoman was a passenger and she was on her way to a church service when her vehicle was struck on Sunday.
Sen. Moreno says ex-son-in-law Max Miller shouldn't serve in Congress
GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio said his former son-in-law, Rep. Max Miller, shouldn't serve in Congress amid swirling abuse claims, as Miller vowed to stay in the race for another term and strongly denied all allegations of misconduct.
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Hugging Face CEO calls hack by rogue OpenAI model "very weird and unprecedented"
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
Flights canceled as WestJet flight attendants strike over pay dispute
WestJet canceled more than 300 flights as of early Sunday, snarling travel plans in Canada in the middle of a three-day weekend.
Nearly 1 in 4 Americans want CEOs to "stop being greedy," survey finds
New poll explores what people wish corporate leaders understood about economic life in the U.S. today.
Families sue Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube over deaths of 4 teens
The families of four children who died by suicide allege that using social media led to depression, anxiety and other mental health problems.
New York sues Kalshi, alleging it enables illegal gambling
A growing number of U.S. states are seeking to crack down on prediction markets, but face pushback from federal regulators.
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Senate pushes ahead with plan to fund government through midterms
The Senate is moving ahead with a plan to keep the government funded and avoid another shutdown before the midterm elections.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
Acting attorney general issues order rescinding "anti-weaponization fund"
The order came after Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn threatened to block Blanche's confirmation for Attorney General if the fund was not rescinded in writing.
Hugging Face CEO calls hack by rogue OpenAI model "very weird and unprecedented"
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
Rep. Marcy Kaptur hospitalized after "hit-skip crash" in Toledo, police say
Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur's office said the congresswoman was a passenger and she was on her way to a church service when her vehicle was struck on Sunday.
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RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
She went to "hell and back" for a diagnosis. Then her sister showed symptoms.
Megan Kaverman's weight gain, fatigue, high blood pressure and other symptoms were dismissed for years before she was diagnosed with a rare heart disease.
Peptide vendor sentenced for "trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.
Senate committee advances Dr. Erica Schwartz to be Trump's CDC director
If confirmed by the full Senate, Dr. Erica Schwartz would become the 22nd director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Morocco blames Ceuta border surge on misleading info spread online
Morocco is blaming a massive surge of migrants into Ceuta on various factors, including "malicious exploitation of digital platforms" and the spread of misleading information.
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Iran denies Trump claim that U.S-Iran negotiations begin today
Tehran said Monday it had no plans to hold direct talks with the U.S., despite President Trump's claim that a "deal is imminent."
Suspect arrested in Greece after U.K. woman's body found in suitcase
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Kelly on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 2, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 2, 2026.
Firefighting helicopters collide in Greece amid European wildfire crisis
The aircraft were Bell helicopters operating over the Psatha area west of Athens, each with a two-person crew.
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Controversy surrounding the next Met Gala
The 2027 Met Gala is already causing controversy for its plan to feature John Galliano, who is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs. Galliano's legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments, which he has since apologized for. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman speaks with "CBS Mornings" about Galliano's work, legacy and the Met Gala's controversial decision.
Ariana Grande pulls out of musical over "endless, ongoing public scrutiny"
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Zac Brown Band surprises 37,000 Fenway Park concert fans with free cruises
Zac Brown Band celebrated their 15th straight sold-out concert at Fenway Park in Boston by giving everyone a free vacation on a cruise ship.
Scarlett Johansson, skin care mogul
Actress Scarlett Johansson has played many roles in her career – and now, the Tony-winner and two-time Oscar-nominee has taken on another: launching her new line of products, called The Outset, designed for people with sensitive skin (like hers). She talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her skin struggles, and how husband Colin Jost has been a "guinea pig" for her products. (Originally broadcast April 12, 2026.)
Art made of money
Philadelphia-based artist Stacey Lee Webber has invested small coins and bills into her sculptures and jewelry – art made entirely of money. Correspondent Nancy Giles talks with the money-making artist whose creations can cost a pretty penny. (Originally broadcast April 12, 2026.)
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Hugging Face CEO calls hack by rogue OpenAI model "very weird and unprecedented"
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
CEO of AI firm Hugging Face on OpenAI hack
ChatGPT maker OpenAI revealed that its technology hacked into another AI company on its own during internal testing. Hugging Face CEO Clement Delangue, whose company was hacked, described the "very weird and unprecedented" incident in an interview on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" -- and offered suggestions on how future incidents could be prevented.
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.
Resistance grows nationwide against AI data center boom
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications of such facilities in their backyards, are fighting back. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa examines the drive to construct AI data centers, and the debate between opponents and AI advocates. (Originally broadcast April 12, 2026.)
Does your phone eavesdrop on you?
When ads pop up on your phone for products after you've happened to mention them, is it an indication that advertisers are eavesdropping on you? Correspondent David Pogue checks out the facts about highly-targeted advertising, and why it sometimes gets weirdly specific. (Originally broadcast April 12, 2026.)
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Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
Rare video shows humpback whale birth
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
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.
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Nancy Guthrie ransom notes released
Six months after Nancy Guthrie went missing, the Pima County, Arizona, sheriff has released two ransom notes, including one that claims Guthrie died "shortly after she was taken." Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Deadly shooting at Idaho In-N-Out
Officials say three people were killed and seven were injured in a shooting at an In-N-Out in Idaho over the weekend. Officials believe the shooter acted alone and are investigating possible motives. Lilia Luciano reports.
Nancy Guthrie case is "active," sheriff says
The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is still "very active," Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said after two ransom notes were released. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Suspect arrested in Greece after U.K. woman's body found in suitcase
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
New details on deadly In-N-Out shooting
New details are emerging about this weekend's deadly mass shooting at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho. At least three people were killed in the attack and seven others wounded. Lindsey Reiser 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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Nancy Guthrie ransom notes released
Six months after Nancy Guthrie went missing, the Pima County, Arizona, sheriff has released two ransom notes, including one that claims Guthrie died "shortly after she was taken." Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Controversy surrounding the next Met Gala
The 2027 Met Gala is already causing controversy for its plan to feature John Galliano, who is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs. Galliano's legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments, which he has since apologized for. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman speaks with "CBS Mornings" about Galliano's work, legacy and the Met Gala's controversial decision.
Helicopters collide battling Greece fires
More than 70 wildfires have broken out in Greece since Friday. While racing to put out the flames, two firefighter helicopters collided, killing two of the crew members. Holly Williams reports.
Ohio congressman denies abuse claims
GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio says his former son-in-law Rep. Max Miller isn't fit to serve in the House after he was accused of abusing Moreno's daughter and granddaughter. Miller, also an Ohio Republican, disputed the allegations and says he has no plans to leave office. Nikole Killion has the latest.
Wildfire burns homes to ashes in Spokane
A fast-moving wildfire ripped through Spokane, Washington, and destroyed hundreds of structures over the weekend. Residents are working to recover after losing all of their belongings. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more.