Capitol rioter who encountered Sen. Chuck Schumer sentenced to more than 4 years in prison
The Maryland man is affiliated with the far-right Proud Boys extremist group.
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What we know about the DHS probe into extremism
An internal investigation from the Department of Homeland Security has uncovered extremists in its own ranks. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga shares more details with CBS News' Lana Zak.
Never-before-seen testimony airs at Jan. 6 hearing
The House Jan. 6 committee's first public hearing is halfway through. So far, it has featured never-before-seen video testimony from that day. "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell is joined by CBS News' Nikole Killion, John Dickerson, Nancy Cordes, Robert Costa and Scott MacFarlane to provide analysis.
SPLC works with Jan. 6 committee
New insight on how former President Donald Trump was able to influence hate groups like the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers was brought to light during a Jan. 6 committee hearing. Southern Poverty Law Center President and CEO Margaret Huang joins CBS News Mornings with more insight on how the group is assisting committee members with their investigation.
Jan. 6 hearing focuses on "unhinged" White House
The House Jan. 6 committee held its seventh public hearing Tuesday. A former member of the Oath Keepers and a Capitol rioter testified before the panel. Scott MacFarlane, Major Garrett and Robert Costa joined John Dickerson to discuss.
Takeaways from seventh Jan. 6 hearing
The latest Jan. 6 committee hearing focused on the role of extremist groups leading up to and on the day of the riot. "Red and Blue" host Major Garrett sits down CBS News chief political analyst and senior national correspondent John Dickerson, CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion, and CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa to review some of the most significant takeaways from the Tuesday hearing.
Bannon willing to testify before Jan. 6 committee
Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon says he's willing to testify to the Jan. 6 committee after snubbing the panel for months. The committee has its next hearing Tuesday, which will focus on the "mobilization of the mob," including by far-right groups the Proud Boys and the Oath Keepers. Scott MacFarlane has more.
The latest on the House Jan. 6 investigation
Tomorrow is the date the House committee investigating January 6 has asked former Trump White House counsel Pat Cipollone to sit for an interview. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on the committee's probe.
Jan. 6 committee preps for July hearings
Members of the Jan. 6 committee say potential new witnesses have come forward following Cassidy Hutchinson’s bombshell testimony. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on what the panel's upcoming July hearings could focus on, and if the Justice Department is any closer to possible charges.
Proud Boys' seditious conspiracy trial delayed amid Jan. 6 committee hearings
The ruling came days after the Justice Department pressed the House committee for access to thousands of interview transcripts.
Proud Boys charged with seditious conspiracy
The leader and four members of the far-right group the Proud Boys are facing new charges linked to the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins "CBS News Mornings" with more.
Proud Boys leader charged with conspiracy
Enrique Tarrio, the leader of the far-right Proud Boys, along with four of the group's members have been charged with seditious conspiracy stemming from their alleged planning for and participation in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News Senior Investigative Correspondent Catherine Herridge has more.
Tarrio, Proud Boys face seditious conspiracy charges related to Jan. 6
Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio and his codefendants are the second group indicted on the most serious charge brought in the sprawling investigation of the Jan. 6 riots.
Jan. 6 committee to hold first public hearing
The January 6 House committee is set to hold its first public hearing. The Justice Department also announced charges of seditious conspiracy for five Proud Boys members, including leader Enrique Tarrio, for their role in the riot. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joined Scott McFarlane on "Red and Blue" to talk about these new charges and what we may see during the committee's hearing.
Proud Boys charged with sedition
Five members of the Proud Boys, including the right-wing group's former leader, are facing new charges of seditious conspiracy for their alleged roles in the January 6 riot. All five were already facing other charges, including conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding.
Ex-Proud Boys leader to stay jailed until Capitol riot trial
Henry "Enrique" Tarrio poses a danger to the public, U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly said in an order issued late Friday.
Jan. 6 defendants want trials moved from D.C.
Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes is trying to have his trial stemming from the investigation into the January 6 insurrection moved out of Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, the Justice Department and other authorities are seeking copies of records from the House select committee investigating the assault on the Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News to discuss.
Tension between Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The House Select Committee investigating January 6 is uncovering new information about the coordinated efforts between the Proud Boys and the Oath Keepers. A CBS News report explores the hostility between the leaders of the two far-right groups ahead of the Capitol riot. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined “Red and Blue” with more on the story he co-authored with chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa.
Proud Boys conspirator reaches plea deal
The president of a North Carolina chapter of the far-right group the Proud Boys, Charles Donohoe, entered a plea agreement Friday with prosecutors investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News to discuss the significance of the case.
Ivanka Trump speaks to Jan. 6 committee
Ivanka Trump, former President Trump's daughter and one of his top White House aides, testified Tuesday before the House committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins Elaine Quijano with the latest from Capitol Hill.
Developments in Jan. 6 investigation
Ivanka Trump is giving testimony to the House committee investigating the January 6 attack on the Capitol, after her husband, Jared Kushner, testified last week. Meanwhile, the leader of the Proud Boys has pleaded not guilty to multiple federal felony counts including conspiracy. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest developments.
Proud Boys leader pleads not guilty to conspiracy related to Jan. 6
Enrique Tarrio indicated he would fight multiple high-level charges, including conspiring to assault law enforcement officers at trial.
First January 6 Capitol rioter convicted
A Texas man has been convicted in the first criminal trial stemming from the January 6 Capitol attack. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Robert Costa joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with the details on the case and the latest on the Justice Department and House committee's investigation.
Proud Boys leader charged with conspiracy
The first criminal trial from the January 6 assault on the Capitol ended in a guilty verdict. Guy Reffitt, of Wylie, Texas, is facing decades in prison after being convicted on all five counts. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Proud Boys member pleads guilty to Capitol riot conspiracy charge
The New York man is the first admitted member of the Proud Boys to agree to cooperate with the government's ongoing investigation.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
The president says the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
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Deadline for wider U.S.-Iran deal about to expire amid stalemate
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to reach a wider deal and re-open the Strait of Hormuz expires Monday with no deal in sight.
Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing" from McConnell
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following a formal request for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
Tropical Storm Lala drenches Hawaii as flash floods sweep away Big Island homes
Lala was weakening but stili packing a punch as it moved away from the islands, forecasters said.
CBS News poll on whether Democrats split over socialism
Americans think more young people in office would make politics better.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.
Tommy John, MLB All-Star pitcher who had a surgery named after him, dies at 83
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and Rep. Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
Tommy John, MLB All-Star pitcher who had a surgery named after him, dies at 83
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Bacon says Congress "should have oversight" amid concerns about USS Lincoln
GOP Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska said Congress should conduct oversight following concerns about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which is being replaced after a nearly nine-month deployment.
Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing" from McConnell
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following formal requests for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
Short pants: The long and the short of it
The summer of 1936 saw a heat wave so dangerous at least five thousand people died. It also saw the popularization of a cooler fashion alternative – shorts – which, in some jurisdictions, were illegal.
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CBS News poll on whether Democrats split over socialism
Americans think more young people in office would make politics better.
Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers — here's what to know.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
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RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and Rep. Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
Bacon says Congress "should have oversight" amid concerns about USS Lincoln
GOP Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska said Congress should conduct oversight following concerns about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which is being replaced after a nearly nine-month deployment.
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RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
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U.S. and Iran locked in stalemate as 60-day window for talks expires
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to reach a wider peace deal and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz expires Monday, with no deal in sight.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.
Transcript: Rep. Don Bacon on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Don Bacon, Republican of Nebraska, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 16, 2026.
Transcript: Pennsylvania state Rep. Chris Rabb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Pennsylvania state Rep. Chris Rabb, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 16, 2026.
Transcript: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 16, 2026.
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Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Movie theaters boom amid studio hits
The box office has been booming in 2026, with five blockbuster hits making over $1 billion. Mark Strassmann has more details from Los Angeles.
8/16: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: Weather becoming more extreme; Rahm Emanuel; The Eagles' Don Henley; ex-Amish, now social media creator Lovina Zook; trophy bull riding belt buckles; the iNaturalist app; and the long and short of short pants.
The Eagles' "Long Goodbye" farewell tour, now longer
The Eagles, one of the greatest old-school bands on Earth (and whose "Greatest Hits" compilation is the bestselling album in history), have extended their farewell tour, currently in residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas. Eagles co-founder Don Henley talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the band's half-century relationship with their fans; the legacy of his late bandmate Glenn Frey; and how his pre-performance regimen has changed with age. (Originally broadcast Feb. 8, 2026.)
Almanac: August 16
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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States crack down on misleading home listings
More home listings are using AI to add furniture, repaint walls, spruce up landscaping and even add windows. But when does virtual staging cross the line into deception or even fraud? CBS News' Evyn Moon explores.
The iNaturalist app – Mixing science with fun
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species. (Originally broadcast March 22, 2026.)
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.
The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies
Above Earth's atmosphere, an arms race is unfolding. Thousands of miles above the ground, satellites from different companies and nations are observing us and each other. To learn more, Olivia Gazis traveled to Vantor, a Colorado-based satellite technology company.
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Security video helps lead to a masked killer who tried to hide the crime
Dr. Steven Milner, a well-respected Oregon veterinarian, was accused of stalking and disguising himself before murdering Kenny Fandrich — the husband of a former employee. Security cameras played a key role in how detectives pieced the case together.
Violent crime down in big cities
Violent crime numbers are down across many major U.S. cities. Ali Bauman is in Newark, New Jersey, which has seen a large drop in homicides.
5 hurt in Virginia State University shooting
Police say multiple suspects were involved in the Virginia State University campus shooting that wounded five on Saturday.
Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper
To celebrate Mozart's 270th birthday this year, German artist Ottmar Hörl made 320 statuettes of the composer and his dog, Pimperl, placing them around Salzburg, Austria. However, the statuettes have been pilfered.
Italian art heist foiled
Five accused thieves are under arrest after police say they took $10 million worth of art from a private museum in an Italian villa.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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100-year-old skydives in California
Ruby McNally is 100 years old, and she is leaping into the next century of life by skydiving, saying, "There's nothing to be scared of." Ashley Sharp has the story.
Movie theaters boom amid studio hits
The box office has been booming in 2026, with five blockbuster hits making over $1 billion. Mark Strassmann has more details from Los Angeles.
Tommy John dies at 83
Tributes poured in on Sunday for Tommy John. The baseball legend known as the "bionic man" has died at age 83. Shanelle Kaul reports from Yankee Stadium.
Europe endures its fifth heat wave this summer
Europe has been sweating through its fifth round of dangerously high temperatures since May. Ramy Inocencio is in London with more.
69% of Americans not satisfied with economy: poll
A new CBS News poll found 69% of Americans are not satisfied with how the economy is working. With the Iran war in its sixth month, there's still pain at the pump. Aaron Navarro has more.