Trump resort in Miami set to host conference bolstering conspiracy theories
The conference, known as the ReAwaken America Tour, had no official lineup of speakers for the May event at Trump's Doral hotel in Miami.
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Capitol riot "poster boy" sentenced to prison
An Iowa man prosecutors called the "poster boy of the Insurrection" has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 attack. Doug Jensen was seen on video confronting a Capitol Police officer and was convicted on five felony counts. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins anchors Elaine Quijano and Michelle Miller with the latest.
Alleged coup plot in Germany thwarted
Authorities arrested more than two dozen people in connection with an alleged plot to overthrow the German government. CBS News reporter Anna Noryskiewicz joins Vladimir Duthiers and Lana Zak from Berlin to discuss.
Germany arrests 25 suspects in coup plot
Authorities in Germany detained 25 alleged members and supporters of a far-right extremist group for allegedly seeking to overthrow the government. The massive police operation reportedly involved more than 3,000 officers. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joined "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the breaking news.
QAnon-inspired group accused of plotting violent German coup
Security forces carried out dozens of raids across the country, targeting a group said to have been planning to instal a new regime with a minor royal as its figurehead.
Police: Attack at Pelosi home not random act
Police say the break-in at the San Francisco home of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in which her husband was brutally assaulted, was not a random act. A CBS News review of suspected social media posts by the man arrested show him spreading conspiracy theories about Holocaust denial, pedophiles in the government, and claims that Democratic officials run child sex rings. Correspondent Christina Ruffini reports the latest.
QAnon follower Doug Jensen convicted on all Jan. 6 charges
Jensen was at the front of the mob chasing the U.S. Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman up the stairs of the Capitol.
Sandy Hook dad blames Alex Jones for "hell"
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones is defending his false claims that the 2012 Sandy Hook massacre was a hoax. The parents of one of the 6-year-old victims is suing him, claiming his lies made their life a "living hell." Janet Shamlian reports.
Misinformation spread along with protests
The trucker protests in Canada over COVID-19 mandates have been plagued by misinformation and falsehoods. CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson joins CBS News' Jericka Duncan to discuss.
Texas butterfly sanctuary shutting after threats from Trump backers
Conspiracy theories have claimed the sanctuary, which is on the banks of the Rio Grande, was helping to bring illegal migrants to the U.S.
Lawsuit against Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The attorney general for Washington, D.C. has filed a civil lawsuit against far-right groups the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers over their roles in the January 6 assault on the Capitol. Attorney General Karl Racine joins CBSN to discuss the legal action.
More details on leaked Facebook documents
CBS News, along with other news outlets, has reviewed thousands of pages of leaked internal documents from Facebook. They suggest the social network was aware its platforms, which include Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, can fuel hate, polarization, conspiracy theories and misinformation, but at times did little to stop it. 60 Minutes+ correspondent Laurie Segall joined CBSN to discuss the Facebook papers.
New docs leaked from Facebook
Leaked documents from Facebook show employees thought company response to the January 6 attacks was "piecemeal." CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN with the latest.
QAnon promoter announces run for Congress
QAnon promoter and conspiracy theorist Ron Watkins announced his campaign to represent Arizona in Congress last week. Watkins is also a leading promoter of what is often called "the big lie," the disproven claim that the last presidential election was stolen from former President Trump. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN AM to discuss.
QAnon conspiracy theories spread
A new report from the Anti-Defamation League says QAnon conspiracy theories and antisemitic content are spreading on the instant messaging platform Telegram with very little moderation. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN AM with the latest.
QAnon power vacuum on Telegram fueling antisemitism, ADL says
Messaging platform is favored by QAnon leaders because of its light approach to moderating content, according to a report.
Authorities on alert ahead of "Justice for J6"
Law enforcement in Washington, D.C. is on high alert ahead of the far-right rally planned in support of rioters who were at the U.S. Capitol on January 6. About 700 people are expected to attend. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
FBI monitoring "Justice for J6" online chatter
The FBI is monitoring social media platforms for chatter about the "Justice for J6" rally Saturday. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more on what they are watching for.
"QAnon Shaman" pleads guilty in Capitol riot case
Jacob Chansley, known as the "QAnon Shaman," pleaded guilty to one count of obstruction of an official proceeding. He could face about four years in prison.
60 Minutes+: QAnon dividing loved ones
60 Minutes+ correspondent Laurie Segall sat down with a group of people who say a loved one's beliefs in internet conspiracies and QAnon have torn apart their families and relationships. Segall joined CBSN to talk about about the interview and a support group some are turning to for help.
Loved ones mourn "QAnon casualties"
60 Minutes+ correspondent Laurie Segall sat down with a group of people who say they are bound by the loss of relationships due to QAnon. In this preview, they describe the frustration and loss they feel at watching their loved ones whom, they say, have fallen into the web of right-wing conspiracy theories.
Falling out with loved ones over QAnon
This week on 60 Minutes+, Laurie Segall speaks with men and women who say they have seen their loved ones fall so far into QAnon conspiracy theories that many have had to cut off contact with them.
Falling out with loved ones over QAnon
This week on 60 Minutes+, Laurie Segall speaks with men and women who say they have seen their loved ones fall so far into QAnon conspiracy theories that many have had to cut off contact with them.
Man charged with killing his 2 children
Matthew Taylor Coleman, 40, of Santa Barbara, California, is charged with killing his 2-year-old son and 10-month old daughter in Mexico because he believed they had "serpent DNA" and would become monsters, authorities said. He also claimed he was influenced by QAnon. CBSN's Anne-Marie Green has more.
Some supporters believe Trump will be back
Some of former President Donald Trump's some of his supporters believe that he will be reinstated today -- while others believe that Trump can't be reinstated because he has been president this whole time. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins "CBSN AM" to discuss the Trump-related conspiracy theories.
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Georgia RICO defendant is first in Trump election case to take plea deal
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House rejects McCarthy-backed bill to avoid government shutdown
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UAW targets more Ford and GM plants as union expands autoworker strike
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Toddler's day care death was caused by fentanyl overdose, autopsy finds
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State of emergency in effect as storm brings flooding, damage to New York City and beyond
Mayor Eric Adams asked New York City residents to shelter in place temporarily as the storm flooded subways and roads.
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Judge rejects bid by 3 Trump co-defendants in Georgia case to move trials
The three argued they had acted as federal officials when they voted for Trump as electors for the Republican party in Georgia in December 2020 and were entitled to have their cases moved to federal court.
75,000 health care workers could soon strike in five states
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75,000 health care workers could soon strike in five states
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Judge rejects bid by 3 Trump co-defendants in Georgia case to move trials
The three argued they had acted as federal officials when they voted for Trump as electors for the Republican party in Georgia in December 2020 and were entitled to have their cases moved to federal court.
What was the longest government shutdown in U.S. history?
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Georgia RICO defendant is first in Trump election case to take plea deal
Scott Hall, a bail bondsman, was one of the 19 defendants in the Trump Fulton County 2020 election interference case.
Court denies bid by ex-DOJ official Jeffrey Clark to move 2020 election case
Jeffrey Clark, who worked in the Justice Department under former President Donald Trump, was charged with two counts in the racketeering case brought in Fulton County.
GOP presidential candidates use TikTok, Taylor Swift to appeal to young voters
Vivek Ramaswamy used to call Chinese-owned TikTok "digital fentanyl," but he later became the first Republican presidential candidate with an account on the app.
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75,000 health care workers could soon strike in five states
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers would represent the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
Rocker bassinets potentially deadly for babies, safety regulator warns
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After pharmacists walk out, CVS vows to improve working conditions
CVS Health pharmacists are being run ragged by insufficient staff and corporate quotas that jeopardize patient safety, protest organizers claim.
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Who polices cross-market hospital mergers? States differ on answers.
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Scientists say they've found Europe's oldest "prehistoric footwear"
Research say the oldest collection of footwear in Europe has been discovered in a cave in southern Spain, dating back more than 6,000 years.
Suicide bomber kills more than 50 people near mosque in Pakistan
Pakistan's Interior Minister condemned the "heinous" suicide bombing that killed dozens of people gathered at a mosque to mark the Prophet Mohammed's birthday.
Beloved tree from "Robin Hood" movie chopped down in "act of vandalism"
The Sycamore Gap tree, a local landmark famed for sharing a scene with Kevin Costner's "Robin Hood," was cut down and a 16-year-old boy has been arrested.
Iran forces aimed laser at American military helicopter, U.S. says
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China investing heavily in disinformation, surveillance, says new report
China "appears to have calculated that it can more aggressively pursue its interests via information manipulation," a new State Department report says.
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"Taylor Swift Effect" boosts ticket sales for Chiefs-Jets game
Fans don't yet know if Taylor Swift will watch Travis Kelce play the Jets on Oct. 1 – but they're apparently scooping up tickets, just in case.
As America ages, "The Golden Bachelor" targets key group: Seniors
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Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
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Ed Sheeran says new album breaks free from industry pressures
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Harlan Coben talks working with his daughter
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OpenAI's ChatGPT gets new advancements
ChatGPT has become even more advanced in its ability to inform and interact with users. OpenAI confirmed Wednesday the artificial intelligence-powered system can now browse the internet to provide users with the most up-to-date information when previously it only used data up to September 2021. OpenAI also announced this week that ChatGPT can now "see, hear, and speak" with users through newly rolled-out features. Kyle Wiggers, senior enterprise reporter at TechCrunch, joined CBS News to talk about the updates.
Google antitrust trial enters third week
The government's antitrust case against Google is now entering its third week, but efforts by the tech giant to close off testimony to the public are raising questions about transparency in the Justice Department's biggest monopoly trial in more than 20 years. Nico Grant, a technology reporter at the New York Times, joined CBS News to discuss the case.
Google antitrust trial enters third week
The government's antitrust case against Google is now entering its third week, but efforts by the tech giant to close off testimony to the public are raising questions about transparency in the Justice Department's biggest monopoly trial in more than 20 years. Nico Grant, a technology reporter at the New York Times, joined CBS News to discuss the case.
GameStop appoints Chewy founder Ryan Cohen as chief executive
The billionaire will not receive compensation for serving as the company's president, CEO and chairman, GameStop said.
Meta rolls out new AI, VR technologies
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg kicked off the tech giant's developer conference Wednesday, saying the company is focused on virtual and augmented reality as well as artificial intelligence technologies. Notable new additions include an AI personal assistant people can interact with using any of Meta's messaging apps. Will Knight, senior writer at Wired, joined CBS News to discuss the conference and what happened to Threads.
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Scientists say they've found Europe's oldest "prehistoric footwear"
Research say the oldest collection of footwear in Europe has been discovered in a cave in southern Spain, dating back more than 6,000 years.
Family looking for lost earring instead finds Viking-era burial treasures
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Scientists take step toward "being able to resurrect extinct species"
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Scientists recover RNA from extinct species
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Tropical storm warnings along East Coast
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Suspect arrested in Tupac Shakur's murder
One of the last living witnesses to the fatal drive-by shooting of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas, 60-year-old Duane "Keffe D" Davis, has been charged with murder with use of a deadly weapon in the 1996 killing. The long-awaited break comes in a case that has frustrated investigators and fascinated the public ever since the hip-hop icon was gunned down on the Las Vegas Strip 27 years ago.
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"48 Hours" reports on Illinois woman's murder
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Suspect arrested in Tupac Shakur's murder
One of the last living witnesses to the fatal drive-by shooting of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas, 60-year-old Duane "Keffe D" Davis, has been charged with murder with use of a deadly weapon in the 1996 killing. The long-awaited break comes in a case that has frustrated investigators and fascinated the public ever since the hip-hop icon was gunned down on the Las Vegas Strip 27 years ago.
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