Judge refuses to drop war crimes case against Navy SEAL
The military judge ruled the maximum penalty will be life imprisonment with the chance of parole
Murder
Patz investigators visit neighborhood where boy vanished
Lt. Chris Zimmerman and Det. Dave Ramirez of the NYPD take "48 Hours"' Richard Schlesinger through the neighborhood where the 6-year-old boy disappeared in 1979 – and what the man who confessed to killing him told police he did that day.
Former Parkland deputy Scot Peterson released on bail
Peterson was the deputy on duty at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School when 17 people were killed
Police investigating former Arkansas senator's death as a homicide
Human remains had been found at the former state senator's home in Pocahontas, Arkansas
German nurse gets life in prison for murder of 85 patients
Niels Hoegel overdosed patients to cause cardiac arrest because he enjoyed resuscitating them, but in many cases he failed
Doctor charged with 25 deaths ordered doses up to 40 times too strong
The charges form one of the biggest murder cases ever brought against a U.S. health care professional
Leaked police video shows mother being shot while holding baby
Chicago Police did not authorize the release of the video footage
Husband of throat slashing victim questioned
In the early hours of July 24, 2013, Davis County Sheriff’s Det. Bob Thompson sat down with Kristopher Ertmann to ask him about how his soon-to-be ex-wife, Tiffany Mead, was cut deep across her neck the night before. Though Tiffany had called 911 saying she had done it to herself, investigators had their doubts.
Man tells "hit man" hired to kill estranged wife, "have fun"
Tiffany Mead thought she was safe after her estranged husband, Kristopher Ertmann, was arrested for slashing her throat. But investigators discovered Ertmann was trying to hire a hit man to finish the job. To make a case they needed proof, so they sent in an undercover cop posing as a hit man.
Army vet to face 2 hate crime charges in California crash
Isaiah Joel Peoples, a veteran of the Iraq war, allegedly targeted the victims because he believed they were Muslim
Body thought to be missing 5-year-old Utah girl found
Discovery was made less than a block from Elizabeth Shelley's home, hours after her uncle, Alex Whipple, 21, was charged with murder
Who poisoned Navy Lt. Lee Hartley?
NCIS agents reveal the challenging detective work that went into cracking the unusual and calculated murder of Lt. Lee Hartley
Ashton Kutcher recalls knocking on slain woman's door, then "freaking out"
Star says that he went to pick up a woman to go out for drinks on a night in 2001 and left when she didn't answer her door, only to learn the next day she had been killed
Iranian ex-vice president arrested in shooting death of wife
State media say police detained Mohammad Ali Najafi after he confessed to killing his wife at her home in Tehran citing domestic problems
Ashton Kutcher to testify against alleged "Hollywood Ripper" serial killer
Kutcher's testimony is only expected to take a few minutes but it will be the first time we've heard Kutcher speak publicly about the case
"My Favorite Murder" hosts recall awkward dinner where they first bonded
When Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark – co-hosts of the wildly popular true crime comedy podcast "My Favorite Murder"– first bonded, it wasn't over a grisly death
Dozens killed in riots in Brazilian prisons plagued by drug gangs
Violence broke out in at least 3 prisons in the northern city of Manaus, where similar rioting erupted in 2017 and left more than 120 dead
Dozens shot, five killed over holiday weekend in Chicago
The city continues to deal with gun violence
John & Jacque: A tale of love and war
A look at John Needham, Jacque Villagomez and the events that led to her death
Jayme Closs' kidnapper awaits sentencing
Jake Patterson, the Wisconsin man convicted of kidnapping 13-year-old Jayme Closs and killing her parents, will be sentenced today. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joins CBSN from the courthouse in Barron, Wisconsin, with the latest.
Transgender woman seen in videotaped attack found dead
Muhlaysia Booker was attacked as crowd looked on and cheered last month in Dallas incident caught on video that went viral
NYPD officer accused of plotting to kill her husband and teen girl
Valerie Cincinelli's arrest was the result of an elaborate sting operation using a fake photo of her husband's "murder"
Executions carried out in Alabama and Tennessee
Don Johnson in Tennessee and Michael Brandon Samra in Alabama both received lethal injections Thursday night for separate crimes
Missing pregnant teen found dead; baby cut from womb
Family says Marlen Ochoa-Uriostegui was lured by a woman she met on Facebook with the promise of baby clothes
Elderly man dies after being pushed off bus
A woman has been arrested and charged with open murder of an elderly-vulnerable person
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Live Updates: U.S., Iran prepare for talks as shaky ceasefire holds
The U.S. and Iran are getting ready for talks Saturday in Islamabad, Pakistan, as their tenuous ceasefire held despite key sticking points.
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Artemis II returning to Earth for splashdown to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to return to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
Kamala Harris says she might run for president in 2028: "I'm thinking about it"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris said that she might run for president in 2028, telling a gathering in New York that she is considering mounting a third bid for the White House.
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See messages Brian Hooker sent his friend after wife's disappearance
Brian Hooker exchanged Facebook messages with a friend, which CBS News exclusively reviewed, after his wife vanished in the Bahamas over the weekend.
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Army survivors of deadly attack in Kuwait dispute Pentagon's account
Survivors of an Iranian attack that killed six U.S. service members have disputed the Pentagon's description of events and said their unit in Kuwait was left dangerously exposed.
New plans for Trump arch show it would dwarf Lincoln Memorial
Plans submitted by the Interior Department show the triumphal arch would be 250 feet tall, the tallest triumphal arch in the world.
First lady Melania Trump slams "baseless lies" tying her to Jeffrey Epstein
First lady Melania Trump delivered a televised statement denying a relationship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Inflation surged in March as Iran war drove up energy costs
Inflation ran hot in March because of higher fuel costs tied to the Iran war, which has constrained the global flow of oil.
U.S. faces an air traffic controller shortage. It's turning to gamers for help
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
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Trump proposes painting executive office building white
The building sits across a driveway from the West Wing and was completed in 1888.
New plans for Trump arch show it would dwarf Lincoln Memorial
Plans submitted by the Interior Department show the triumphal arch would be 250 feet tall, the tallest triumphal arch in the world.
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Artemis II returning to Earth for splashdown to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to return to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
U.S. faces an air traffic controller shortage. It's turning to gamers for help.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
Kamala Harris says she might run for president in 2028: "I'm thinking about it"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris said that she might run for president in 2028, telling a gathering in New York that she is considering mounting a third bid for the White House.
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Bessent, Fed's Powell met with bank CEOs over potent new Anthropic AI
Financial industry leaders met to discuss potential cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model, which has found weaknesses in every major computer operating system.
Why a Strait of Hormuz "toll" would pose economic and geopolitical risks
Energy industry experts warn that allowing Iran to charge ships to ensure safe passage through the strait would raise energy costs.
Inflation surged in March as Iran war drove up energy costs
Inflation rose at an annual rate of 3.3% in March, driven by the sharpest monthly increase in gas prices since 1967.
Strait of Hormuz still seeing significantly lower traffic despite ceasefire
Few ships passed through the waterway Wednesday and Thursday despite a ceasefire agreement that was supposed to open the waterway key to transiting oil across the globe.
Property taxes are surging. See what homeowners pay by state and county.
The average U.S. property tax bill rose 3.7% last year to $4,427, outpacing inflation even as the typical home lost value.
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Trump proposes painting executive office building white
The building sits across a driveway from the West Wing and was completed in 1888.
New plans for Trump arch show it would dwarf Lincoln Memorial
Plans submitted by the Interior Department show the triumphal arch would be 250 feet tall, the tallest triumphal arch in the world.
U.S. faces an air traffic controller shortage. It's turning to gamers for help.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
Kamala Harris says she might run for president in 2028: "I'm thinking about it"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris said that she might run for president in 2028, telling a gathering in New York that she is considering mounting a third bid for the White House.
Bessent, Fed's Powell met with bank CEOs over potent new Anthropic AI
Financial industry leaders met to discuss potential cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model, which has found weaknesses in every major computer operating system.
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Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
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Why a Strait of Hormuz "toll" would pose economic and geopolitical risks
Energy industry experts warn that allowing Iran to charge ships to ensure safe passage through the strait would raise energy costs.
Abusive husband gets 8 years in prison for wife's death by suicide
Lee Milne, 40, was sentenced to eight years in prison following his conviction in Glasgow's High Court for culpable homicide and engaging in abusive behavior.
Bodies of at least 11 people found in hidden graves in western Mexico
The discovery of the grave site adds to dozens of similar cases in Jalisco, the state hardest hit by Mexico's missing persons crisis.
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Live Updates: U.S., Iran prepare for talks as shaky ceasefire holds
The U.S. and Iran are getting ready for talks Saturday in Islamabad, Pakistan, as their tenuous ceasefire held despite key sticking points.
Strait of Hormuz still seeing significantly lower traffic despite ceasefire
Few ships passed through the waterway Wednesday and Thursday despite a ceasefire agreement that was supposed to open the waterway key to transiting oil across the globe.
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Do you care in Gen Z likes you?
Comedian Bridget Phetasy joins CBS News with her take on gaining the favor of Generation Z members. Phetasy explores the matter for The Free Press, a Paramount Skydance publication.
Dan Levy on new crime-comedy series
Dan Levy talks to "CBS Mornings" about the comedy series "Big Mistakes," which is about organized crime. Levy explains how he used his own life to help shape his character's relationships and reflects on the beloved series "Schitt's Creek."
Afrika Bambaataa, hip-hop pioneer, dies at 68
Afrika Bambaataa, a rapper and producer, was best known for breakthrough tracks like 1982's "Planet Rock" and for founding the Universal Zulu Nation art collective.
BTS kicks off comeback world tour
K-pop supergroup BTS hit the stage on Thursday, kicking off their comeback world tour after a four-year hiatus. Nicole Fell, assistant editor at The Hollywood Reporter, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
How realistic is "Project Hail Mary"?
Ryan Gosling's new movie, "Project Hail Mary," is raising questions about the future of the Sun. CBS News contributor Janna Levin joins with more details.
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How does Gen Z feels about AI?
A study by Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation looked into how Generation Z feels about using AI. Callie Holtermann, a reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News with more.
How to stay ahead of AI in your career
A recent CBS News poll found 66% of Americans believe AI will decrease jobs. LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky and chief economic opportunity officer Aneesh Raman share insights on the skills that professionals need to stay ahead of AI at work.
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.
Behind Anthropic's alarming AI model
Anthropic announced its new AI model is too powerful for public release. Puck's Ian Krietzberg joins CBS News with more.
Analysis finds AI will reshape 50-55% of jobs
Researchers at Boston Consulting Group estimate that AI will "reshape" between 50-55% of U.S. jobs over the next three years. They note that while AI integration will likely change the nature of the work, it doesn't necessarily mean job losses in every case. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Abusive husband gets 8 years in prison for wife's death by suicide
Lee Milne, 40, was sentenced to eight years in prison following his conviction in Glasgow's High Court for culpable homicide and engaging in abusive behavior.
DOJ probing NFL over fees, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that the Justice Department is investigating the NFL over subscription fees concerns. Jake Rosen reports.
Breaking down Melania Trump's Epstein remarks
First lady Melania Trump held remarks on Thursday denying any link to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Police arrest 21 suspects in hospice fraud case
Police file charges against 21 suspects in what's described as a $267 million fraud case with zero legitimate patients. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
A man stole a handbag outside a London pub. Inside was a Faberge egg and watch.
A man who stole a handbag containing a Faberge egg and watch worth at least $2.8 million from a London pub was jailed for more than two years.
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Artemis II returning to Earth for splashdown to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to return to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
How an 8-year-old designed a zero-gravity indicator for Artemis II
The development of the mission mascot and viral sensation Rise began over a year before Artemis II blasted off.
As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew is staking their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth on Friday.
NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
NASA gears up for Artemis II crew's return to Earth
With Artemis II astronauts closing out on-board tests, flight controllers are prepping for reentry and splashdown Friday.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Vance says he is positive about Iran talks
Vice President JD Vance appears positive about talks with Iran in Pakistan, but President Trump remains frustrated about Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Imtiaz Tyab report.
Farmers react to high gas prices
Farmers across America are grappling with soaring fuel prices as the war in Iran impacts energy costs. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
How does Gen Z feels about AI?
A study by Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation looked into how Generation Z feels about using AI. Callie Holtermann, a reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News with more.
Do you care in Gen Z likes you?
Comedian Bridget Phetasy joins CBS News with her take on gaining the favor of Generation Z members. Phetasy explores the matter for The Free Press, a Paramount Skydance publication.
McIlroy, Burns lead after 1st round at Masters
Defending champion Rory McIlroy tied Sam Burns for the first-round lead at the Masters. CBS News' Jim Axelrod has the highlights as round two gets underway.