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The city of Santa Clarita, California, is struggling to make sense of the deadly shooting at Saugus High School on Thursday. The alleged shooter, 16-year old Nathaniel Berhow, died Friday while being treated for a self-inflicted gunshot wound to his head. The two teens he was accused of murdering have now been identified. Carter Evans reports.
The highest criminal court in Texas halted the execution of inmate Rodney Reed. He was scheduled to die in five days for a 1996 rape and murder. But new evidence raised questions about the case.
In this week's "48 Hours," a Pennsylvania man repeatedly told friends and local police his life was being threatened by his ex-wife. In July 2012, Frank Spencer was found shot to death at his own front door. No one was able to stop it. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant has the story.
There are new details about the murder of a Pennsylvania man who predicted his own death. In 2012, Frank Spencer was shot and killed in his home, just weeks after signing divorce papers. His ex-wife was immediately suspected, but detectives needed more to make an arrest. As they gathered proof, they got help from Frank's dog, Mutley. Peter Van Sant joins "CBS This Morning" to preview his "48 Hours" report, which airs Saturday, November 16 at 10/9c on CBS.
A death row inmate in Texas could learn Friday whether the U.S. Supreme Court will hear his case. Rodney Reed is scheduled to be executed in five days for the rape and murder of 19-year-old Stacey Stiles back in 1996, but he has a wide range of supporters saying he's innocent. Omar Villafranca reports from outside the Supreme Court.
2 dead, several injured in Calif. school shooting; WWII's only U.S. black female Army battalion.
At least 2 dead in shooting at California high school; All-black Women's Army Corps unit still fighting for recognition
Police in Roanoke, Virginia, are searching for a Marine deserter accused of murder. The manhunt prompted schools and some businesses to close. Chip Reid reports.
Can a daughter's frantic 911 call convict or free her father from charges that he killed his wife? CBS News' Jim Axelrod reports for "48 Hours" April 16 at 9/8c on CBS.
The death of an American teacher in the Dominican Republic is being investigated as murder. Police say they found Patricia Anton in her apartment in Puerto Plata. Her hands and feet were bound. Officials say the 63-year-old was strangled. Jericka Duncan reports.
A woman repeatedly threatened to kill her ex. She enlisted her father to help make good on her promise. Why couldn't anyone stop her? "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports Saturday, June 20 at 10/9c on CBS.
A white police officer shot and killed a black woman inside her own home in Fort Worth on Saturday. According to recent data compiled by The Washington Post, there have been 75 deadly police shootings in Texas this year. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
A mother in Colorado who asked for donations to cover medical treatments for her dying daughter is now charged with murdering her child. The investigation started after she brought another daughter to a hospital claiming she was ill. Barry Petersen reports.
In 1946, a white mob in Georgia murdered two black couples. No one was charged, but now there's a fight to open sealed records linked to the case. Mark Strassmann reports.
An investigation is underway in Britain after more than three dozen bodies were found in a semi-truck. The discovery was made early Wednesday morning in an industrial park in the county of Essex, east of London. Police say the victims include 38 adults and one teenager. A 25-year-old man from Northern Ireland, who was driving the truck, was arrested on suspicion of murder.
“48 Hours” uncovered chilling details in the murder of a Manhattan millionaire. In 1996, entrepreneur Howard Pilmar was stabbed to death in the headquarters of his businesses. Police suspected his wife, Roslyn, killed him with the help of her brother, Evan Wald. But for more than 20 years, prosecutors did not think they had enough evidence to pursue charges. “48 Hours” correspondent Richard Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his conversation with the victim’s father and stepmother for their first network TV interview. Watch his "48 Hours" report, "Who wanted Howard Pilmar dead?" on Saturday, 10/9c on CBS.
A vigil is being held tonight for James and Michelle Butler. The Navy veteran and his wife had been missing for weeks when their bodies were found buried on a Texas beach. But their RV has been seen being driven into Mexico. Meg Oliver reports.
A somber caravan of Mormons fled their homes in a rural part of Mexico following the brutal massacre last week of nine family members. Some are staying behind looking for justice. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Nine Americans, including six children, have now been laid to rest in the wake of that deadly ambush in Mexico. The brutality of the killings has shed new light on the soaring violence just south of the border. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
For over two decades, Carol Dodge has pursued justice for her daughter Angie, who was murdered in the summer of 1996 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Learn how the family is helping others.
After 23 years, Idaho Falls, Idaho, detectives finally had a solid DNA lead in Angie Dodge’s murder case. CeCe Moore and Parabon NanoLabs’ research led them to Brian Dripps. Police just needed to collect his DNA to make certain. They traveled 300 miles to Caldwell, Idaho, and spent upwards of 24 continuous hours following Dripps, patiently waiting for him to toss a cigarette butt so they could test it.
The 1996 murder of Angie Dodge has gone unsolved for more than two decades. But DNA collected from a then-public database owned by Ancestry.com has lead to a break in the case. Anne-Marie Green previews her "48 Hours" reporting on CBSN.
A public DNA database led to an arrest for a cold case from more than two decades ago. Angie Dodge was murdered in Idaho Falls in 1996, but police could not find her killer despite having a sample of his DNA. Anne-Marie Green, who has been following the case for more than two years, joins "CBS This Morning" to preview her "48 Hours" report, which airs Saturday, Nov. 9 at 10/9c on CBS.
Two teenage boys will now be tried as adults after being charged with the murder of a photographer in Ohio. Victoria Schafer died instantly on Labor Day when she was hit by a 74-pound log at a park. Prosecutors say two 16-year-olds are to blame. Jericka Duncan reports.
Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event, stretching across two-thirds of the U.S.
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
A winter storm is forecast to dump up to 24 inches of snow in some places this weekend, and many are wondering: How much snow are we actually getting?
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
Hundreds of businesses in the Twin Cities are closed Friday to protest the presence of federal immigration agents in Minnesota, as thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets of downtown Minneapolis in a show of solidarity.
An investigation is underway after a driver crashed a vehicle into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport.
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
The National Transportation Safety Board announced it has opened an investigation into Waymo robotaxis following a series of incidents in Austin involving school buses filled with children.
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
President Trump cited a major winter storm as evidence to suggest that global warming does not exist — a misleading claim that has been consistently debunked by climate experts.
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Jeffrey Epstein's lawyer, accountant and billionaire benefactor are set to appear before the committee in February and March.
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
Russia's relentless strikes leave families in Kyiv without heat and power, and keep schools closed for at least a month.
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
Benoit Bourguet, 47, was competing in a rowing race from Spain to Antigua when large waves capsized his single-man vessel.
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Five-year-old Liam Ramos is now being held at an ICE detention facility in Texas, CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. Here's what we know about the case.
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave. Then, an "angel" came to her rescue. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
Federal regulators have opened an investigation into Waymo robotaxis after a series of incidents involving school buses filled with kids. Kris Van Cleave has details.
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed from the President's House in Old City Philadelphia, prompting Philadelphia officials to file a lawsuit against the federal government. Elaine Quijano has more.
European military veterans, families of the fallen and politicians have voiced outrage after President Trump claimed the U.S. had "never needed" its NATO allies, and that allied troops had stayed "a little off the front lines" during the 20-year war in Afghanistan. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Thousands braved subfreezing temperatures in the Twin Cities to protest ICE operations. It comes as Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison calls "Operation Metro Surge" a political tactic meant to punish Minnesotan leaders. Nicole Sganga reports.