Phoenix serial killer?
There is a suspected serial killer in Phoenix, Arizona. At least nine people have been shot in the last four months, and seven have died. Carter Evans is following the manhunt.
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Emergency workers have asked people to avoid any unnecessary outdoor activity in parts of the Southwest
Emergency workers have asked people to avoid any unnecessary outdoor activity in parts of the Southwest. Omar Villafranca reports from Phoenix, where temperatures have reached 114 degrees.
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump told a crowd in Phoenix on Saturday that unless he is elected, "You are going to have problems the likes of which you've never seen"
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump told a crowd in Phoenix on Saturday that unless he is elected, "You are going to have problems the likes of which you've never seen." Watch Trump's entire speech.
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No athlete has had as great of an impact outside his sport than Muhammad Ali; In 1996, Ed Bradley interviewed Muhammad Ali for "60 Minutes."
A memorial for Muhammad Ali in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, continued to grow even though it was raining. Everyone has a story about how Ali's Louisville Lip changed history.
A memorial for Muhammad Ali in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, continued to grow even though it was raining. Everyone has a story about how Ali's Louisville Lip changed history. Louisville is the only place in the country that offers a full look into the champ's life in and out of the ring. Jericka Duncan has more.
Muhammad Ali died as he lived, surrounded by people who loved him. But this time it was only close friends and family. Carter Evans reports on the three-time heavyweight champion's last days.
Muhammad Ali died as he lived, surrounded by people who loved him. But this time it was only close friends and family. Carter Evans reports on the three-time heavyweight champion's last days.
No athlete has had as great of an impact outside his sport than Muhammad Ali. The boxing legend and civil rights activist died at a hospital near his home in Phoenix. He was 74.
No athlete has had as great of an impact outside his sport than Muhammad Ali. The boxing legend and civil rights activist died at a hospital near his home in Phoenix. He was 74. In his final days, Ali suffered from a respiratory ailment, a condition made worse by Parkinson's disease, which he fought for more than 30 years. Reena Ninan has more.
A petition is circulating calling for six high school seniors in Phoenix, Arizona to be expelled after they posed for a picture wearing T-shirts that spelled out the N-word
A petition is circulating calling for six high school seniors in Phoenix, Arizona to be expelled after they posed for a picture wearing T-shirts that spelled out the N-word. CBSN's Contessa Brewer reports.
More than a year after problems at the Phoenix VA hospital were exposed, they still have not been fixed.
More than a year after problems at the Phoenix VA hospital were exposed, they still have not been fixed. As Mireya Villarreal reports, a government report describes long waits for veterans' treatment.
CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan, Jamelle Bouie of Slate Magazine, Jonathan Martin of the New York Times, and the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg break down the latest GOP debate, Speaker Paul Ryan’s new role and John McCain’s 2012 “Phoenix-style” comeback
CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan, Jamelle Bouie of Slate Magazine, Jonathan Martin of the New York Times, and the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg break down the latest GOP debate, Speaker Paul Ryan’s new role and John McCain’s 2012 “Phoenix-style” comeback
An American Airlines pilot died in the air, on a flight from Phoenix to Boston
An American Airlines pilot died in the air, on a flight from Phoenix to Boston. The plane was diverted and landed safely in Syracuse, N.Y. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke to CBSN about the incident.
Watch the complete broadcast of the very first edition of "Sunday Morning," hosted by Charles Kuralt, from January 28, 1979 (Part 2 of 3)
Watch the complete broadcast of the very first edition of "Sunday Morning," hosted by Charles Kuralt, from January 28, 1979. Features include commentaries on the economy and books; Vietnamese refugees facing a new life in Phoenix; and Kuralt goes "On the Road" to meet Tom Scribner, a former lumberjack who makes music on the saw. (Part 2 of 3.)
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the September 19, 2015 edition
Police have arrested in suspect in the Phoenix freeway shootings, but Leslie Merritt Jr. said in his first court appearance that they got the wrong guy; For the past few months, adult coloring books have quietly become international sensations.
Police have arrested in suspect in the Phoenix freeway shootings, but Leslie Merritt Jr. said in his first court appearance that they got the wrong guy
Police have arrested in suspect in the Phoenix freeway shootings, but Leslie Merritt Jr. said in his first court appearance that they got the wrong guy. Authorities say they have the right guy and charged him with four of the 11 confirmed shootings. Carter Evans reports from Phoenix.
Suspect Leslie Allen Merrit Jr. has been arrested in a series of freeway shootings in the Phoenix area
Suspect Leslie Allen Merrit Jr. has been arrested in a series of freeway shootings in the Phoenix area. The arrest could put an end to weeks of terror for commuters along Interstate 10. Though police say they have the man who started it all, they still aren't sure if he is the only suspect. Marlie Hall reports.
Maricopa officials have arrested three teenagers in Phoenix, Arizona, for using slingshots and stones to hit cars and people
Maricopa officials have arrested three teenagers in Phoenix, Arizona, for using slingshots and stones to hit cars and people. They believe that the incidents were copycats of attacks that have been occurring on or near Interstate 10 since August 11th.Ti-Hua Chang reports.
Arizona highway troopers are now offering a $20,000 reward for any leads on the shootings that continue to take place on I-10 in Phoenix
Arizona highway troopers are now offering a $20,000 reward for any leads on the shootings that continue to take place on I-10 in Phoenix. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal reports
Police are struggling to figure out who is responsible for the multiple highway shootings in Phoenix
Police are struggling to figure out who is responsible for the multiple highway shootings in Phoenix. Reporter Jaime Cerreta of CBS Phoenix affiliate KPHO has the latest for CBSN.
A series of apparently random highway shootings has left Phoenix drivers in fear
A series of apparently random highway shootings has left Phoenix drivers in fear. At least ten shootings have been reported in nearly two weeks along busy Interstate 10, and police say a domestic terrorist could be responsible. Jonathan Lowe of Phoenix affiliate KPHO reports.
Police in Phoenix are hunting for a suspected sniper
Police in Phoenix are hunting for a suspected sniper. The hunt comes after four vehicles were shot along Interstate 10 since Saturday. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal reports.
A bounty hunter following a bad tip from Facebook surrounded the house of the police chief in Phoenix, Ariz
A bounty hunter following a bad tip from Facebook surrounded the house of the police chief in Phoenix, Ariz. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has the latest on the manhunt gone wrong.
The armed team was apparently acting on an erroneous tip posted on their Facebook page
Police in Phoenix, Arizona, are investigating a botched bounty hunter raid -- at a home they surely didn't mean to hit. The armed team was apparently acting on an erroneous tip posted on their Facebook page. Don Dahler reports.
The man organizing a rally on Friday outside a Phoenix mosque is asking participants to draw cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad
The man organizing a rally on Friday outside a Phoenix mosque is asking participants to draw cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad. As CBSN's Kristine Johnson reports, it follows a deadly shooting at a similar event earlier this month in Texas.
An unarmed black man was killed in Phoenix on Tuesday by police responding to reports of a drug deal
An unarmed black man was killed in Phoenix on Tuesday by police responding to reports of a drug deal. Protests there continue. Gayle King reports.
The driver of a Phoenix city bus was struck 20 times by a passenger who authorities say was angry he could not retrieve his bike
The driver of a Phoenix city bus was struck 20 times by a passenger who authorities say was angry he could not retrieve his bike. The incident occurred on Sept. 8 during extreme flooding, which disabled the bus.
Iranian President Pezeshkian talks about proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
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U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
OpenAI agent accessed government website data after going rogue, company reveals
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
2 American tourists dead after building explosion in Greece
The mayor of Athens said the explosion was likely caused by a gas leak.
Supreme Court again blocks Missouri's new House map that favored GOP
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned decision that ordering Missouri to restore its 2025 map "would usher in electoral chaos."
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Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in spending, a move some lawmakers called illegal
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
Hurricane Nolo could cause "catastrophic" flooding in Hawaii, forecasters warn
A hurricane watch is in effect for Hawaii County due to the storm, which could dump up to 3 feet of rain on Hawaii's Big Island.
Nor'easter barrels down on East Coast, threatens millions with flooding, winds
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has already canceled concerts and prompted people on islands near Cape Cod, Massachusetts, to head to the mainland in the days ahead of the nor'easter's arrival.
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OpenAI agent accessed government website data after going rogue, company reveals
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
Twin doctors who grew up in poverty returned to their hometown to co-run an ER
Drs. Travan and Travis Jasper, identical twins, are co-directors of the emergency department at Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, Virginia, the city where they grew up in poverty.
Nor'easter barrels down on East Coast, threatens millions with flooding, winds
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has already canceled concerts and prompted people on islands near Cape Cod, Massachusetts, to head to the mainland in the days ahead of the nor'easter's arrival.
Supreme Court again blocks Missouri's new House map that favored GOP
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned decision that ordering Missouri to restore its 2025 map "would usher in electoral chaos."
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TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
How GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are changing fast-food menus
Chipotle, McDonald's and Shake Shack are among the restaurant chains revamping their menus as more consumers go on weight-loss drugs.
Ready or not, here come the AI gadgets, from "charms" to smart speakers
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
Facebook found liable for deceiving users in Cambridge Analytica case
The two-week trial in New Mexico centered on accusations Facebook deceived users about a data breach.
Soaring U.S. diesel prices slam local communities as fuel costs surge
The surge in diesel prices this year is putting a financial squeeze on schools, farms and small businesses around the U.S.
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Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in spending, a move some lawmakers called illegal
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
Transcript: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian airing on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
Iranian President Pezeshkian talks about proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also a physician, says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
Supreme Court again blocks Missouri's new House map that favored GOP
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned decision that ordering Missouri to restore its 2025 map "would usher in electoral chaos."
Broadview 6 prosecutor retires under protest, blames U.S. attorney
Sheri Mecklenburg resigned from the Department of Justice this week, penning a scathing letter in which she said U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros "personally directed" the Broadview 6 prosecution that she says ended her career.
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Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
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2 American tourists dead after building explosion in Greece
The mayor of Athens said the explosion was likely caused by a gas leak.
Transcript: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian airing on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
Iranian President Pezeshkian talks about proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also a physician, says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
A U.S. doctor survived a deadly strike in Gaza. Why he plans to go back.
Dr. Feroze Sidhwa was working at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis when an Israeli strike hit the surgical unit he was in.
Ukrainian kids learn to fly drones for a future shaped by Russia's invasion
A Ukrainian nonprofit group is teaching kids to make, service and fly simple drones, to help them be "useful in the future in their country."
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2026 MTV VMAs: What to watch for
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards will be held this weekend with Snoop Dogg carrying out hosting duties. "Entertainment Tonight" correspondent Denny Directo joins CBS News for a preview.
The New York Film Festival returns with obsessions, deceptions and monsters
Challenging documentaries and award-winning features are among the offerings of New York City's leading cinema event, starring such luminaries as Pedro Pascal, Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Julianne Moore and Godzilla.
Book excerpt: "The Steps" by Sylvester Stallone
In his memoir, the actor writes of his early struggles, leading to writing his screenplay for the Oscar-winning hit "Rocky."
Ziggy Marley on dad Bob Marley's legacy
Jamaican musician Ziggy Marley shares memories of his father, Bob Marley, and discusses his new children's book, "True to Myself."
Jane Doe who accused Jay-Z of sexual assault formally recants her claims
The anonymous woman who accused Jay-Z of sexually assaulting her said in a new court filing that she never met the rap mogul.
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TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
Court sides with Pentagon in Anthropic case
The growing concerns over the safety of artificial intelligence and the speed of its development have many calling for government regulation. Recently, President Trump said he plans to appoint an adviser and create an AI force. J.B. Branch, director of federal AI governance and technology policy at Public Citizen, joins CBS News 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.
Takeaways as Xi wraps state visit with Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to the U.S. wrapped up on Friday, with no deal announced on artificial intelligence, though he is set to meet with President Trump twice more before the end of the year. Weijia Jiang has more.
Software developer on the AI alignment problem
News broke this week that a rogue artificial intelligence agent hacked Australia's health care database, and no notice was given for months. Matt Calkins, CEO and co-founder of Appian, which develops software to maximize AI integration, joins to unpack the week's AI headlines.
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Science
Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Tasia Fortune's hanging was "staged" after her death, police say
Authorities haven't disclosed the exact cause of Fortune's death, but they did rule it a homicide and have arrested two men.
Latest in trial of "American Idol" contestant
Former "American Idol" contestant and music pastor Caleb Flynn stands accused of murdering his wife. His former mistress, Alleigha Botner, testified in the trial. CBS News' Ian Lee has more details.
Minnesota sailor returns from USS Lincoln duty to find apartment ransacked
A Minnesota native who had been serving aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln for nearly 10 months came home to an upsetting surprise.
Pittsburgh doctor killed while he slept remembered as "a true angel on Earth"
Dr. Idris Evans, the Pittsburgh doctor killed in a violent home invasion, is being remembered for his kindness and compassion.
"American Idol" alum's ex-mistress testifies
Former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn is on trial for allegedly killing his wife and staging an elaborate crime scene. Flynn's former mistress testified at the trial. Ian Lee has the latest details.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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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.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
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Over 60 million in danger from Nor'easter; Hawaiians shelter ahead of Hurricane Nolo.
2026 MTV VMAs: What to watch for
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards will be held this weekend with Snoop Dogg carrying out hosting duties. "Entertainment Tonight" correspondent Denny Directo joins CBS News for a preview.
How El Niño is supercharging Pacific storms
While El Niño is a natural shift in the climate system, scientists say the weather pattern developing in the Pacific Ocean could be one of the strongest on record. And human-caused climate change is super-charging its strength, making weather extremes worse. Tracy Wholf, founder of WereWHOLF Media, joins CBS News to discuss.
Extended interview: Masoud Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks with Face the Nation's Margaret Brennan about the war with the U.S., his country's latest offer to open the Strait of Hormuz, the supreme leader's condition and more.