The FBI is cracking down on sex trafficking and the pimps who target vulnerable victims
The FBI is cracking down on sex trafficking and the pimps who target vulnerable victims. CBS News Correspondent Marlie Hall joins CBSN to discuss.
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House Ethics Committee opens investigation into Matt Gaetz
The committee also opened a probe into Republican Congressman Tom Reed, who faces a sexual misconduct allegation.
Potentially more legal issues for Rep. Gaetz
A new report could add to the mounting legal troubles facing Rep. Matt Gaetz . It comes as a close associate may be striking a plea deal. Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett reports.
Associate of Matt Gaetz expected to plead guilty, lawyers say
Fritz Scheller, an attorney for Joel Greenberg, said Thursday "I'm sure Matt Gaetz is not feeling very comfortable today."
Sources: Gaetz trip to Bahamas part of federal probe into sex trafficking
Investigators are trying to determine if escorts were illegally trafficked for the purpose of sex with the congressman, sources say.
Gaetz sex-trafficking investigation grows
Florida Republican Matt Gaetz is at the center of an investigation into whether he violated federal sex-trafficking laws, and as Major Garrett reports, the heat is being turned up on one of the most outspoken members of Congress.
Matt Gaetz denies relationship with a 17-year-old
Gaetz alleged a former a Justice Department official — who he named on television — was trying to extort him and his family out of $25 million.
Rep. Matt Gaetz facing sex trafficking probe
The Justice Department is investigating whether Rep. Matt Gaetz, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, had a possible sexual relationship with a 17-year-old and paid for her to travel with him. A former department official tells CBS News the investigation began at least last summer. No charges have been brought against the Florida lawmaker, who called a New York Times report on the inquiry "verifiably false" and said he did not have a relationship with a 17-year-old. Nikole Killion reports.
Truck driver Kevin Kimmel followed his instincts and called police in Virginia when he saw a young woman in trouble
Truck driver Kevin Kimmel followed his instincts and called police in Virginia when he saw a young woman in trouble. Now,an Iowa couple is under arrest, charged with sex trafficking.
Criminal exploitation normally associated with foreign countries affects a surprisingly large number of American kids
Criminal exploitation normally associated with foreign countries affects a surprisingly large number of American kids - and the problem is getting worse. Ines Novacic reports.
Private investigator Joe Mazzilli revisits the location of a traumatic case
Private investigator Joe Mazzilli revisits the location of a traumatic case.
Joe Mazzilli of The Runaway Squad talks about his start in the NYPD
Joe Mazzilli of The Runaway Squad talks about his start in the NYPD.
Ghislaine Maxwell facing new charges in sex crimes case
Sex trafficking charges and another alleged victim were added to a superseding indictment returned Monday in the criminal case against financier Jeffrey Epstein's ex-girlfriend.
Sex trafficking survivor shares her story
A woman who became a victim of sex trafficking at 15 tells Laurie Segall Facebook should be held responsible. See the story on 60 Minutes+, now streaming on Paramount+.
Sex trafficking victim suing Facebook
A woman who became a victim of sex trafficking at 15 tells Laurie Segall Facebook should be held responsible. See the story on 60 Minutes+, now streaming on Paramount+.
Fashion mogul Peter Nygard arrested in Canada on sex charges
His arrest comes after U.S. federal authorities raided Nygard's Manhattan offices earlier this year.
Film exposes Nigerian sex trafficking
Sex trafficking has escalated exponentially in Nigeria over the last decade with tens of thousands of young women and girls either getting lured or forced into sex slavery. "Oloture," a recent Netflix movie, follows the story of a young female journalist who goes undercover as a prostitute to expose a human trafficking syndicate. Mo Abudu, CEO and president of EbonyLife Media and EbonyLife Place and executive producer of the film, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
NXIVM founder Keith Raniere sentenced
Keith Raniere, the former leader of the alleged cult NXIVM, was sentenced to 120 years in prison. Fifteen of his victims spoke during his sentencing. Nikki Battiste has been following this story and was in the courthouse for the sentencing.
Inside the bizarre NXIVM sex cult
It was a shocking story when it made headlines in April — an alleged cult leader and former network TV star arrested on sex trafficking charges. Now, the inside story of the organization is being told for the first time in the cover story of this Sunday's New York Times Magazine. Author Vanessa Grigoriadis, who was granted exclusive access to the group shortly before federal indictments were issued, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the charismatic leader of the NXIVM cult.
What's next in the Jeffrey Epstein case
The FBI and Department of Justice have opened an investigation into the apparent suicide of Jeffrey Epstein in his New York jail cell. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN AM to discuss the fallout and what this means for his accusers and possible co-conspirators.
Group helps lead fight against sex trafficking
The Jeffrey Epstein case has brought new attention to sex trafficking victims and how abusers can evade police and the court system. Elizabeth Melendez Fisher is the CEO and co-founder of Selah Freedom, a non-profit that works with law enforcement and the court system to help victims of sex trafficking. She joined CBSN AM to discuss her work in Sarasota, Florida, including re-training officers to spot victims.
Kraft charges put focus on sex trafficking
The charges against New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft are bringing attention to the problems surrounding sex trafficking. Dr. Kimberly Mehlman-Orozco, author of "Hidden in Plain Sight," joins CBSN AM to discuss the difference between sex trafficking and prostitution, and what Congress could do to fight it.
Feds charge 11 MS-13 members with sex trafficking 13-year-old girl
The 13-year-old victim was beaten twice with a baseball bat, and was abused by several members and associates of MS-13 over nearly two months.
How to talk about allegations of sex abuse
Charges against Jeffrey Epstein and Harvey Weinstein gained worldwide attention, but some of the ways the allegations are frequently described may do even more harm to the victims. Gen by Medium senior writer Andrea Gonzalez-Ramirez joins CBSN to explain how the media's language serves to undermine the seriousness of the allegations.
Twitter takes down QAnon-linked accounts
Twitter is removing thousands of accounts linked to QAnon, a conspiracy theory group that has been spreading disinformation and harassing people online. QAnon followers, often seen at Trump rallies, believe in conspiracy theories about global child sex trafficking and so-called Deep State efforts to take down the president. They recently organized to harass actress and model Chrissy Teigen after linking her, without evidence, to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Iran says U.S. "crossed the point of no return" with attacks on ports
President Trump insists the ceasefire with Iran remains in effect despite an exchange of attacks that Tehran says "crossed the point of no return."
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Principal who tackled gunman: "God's hand was on all of us"
Kirk Moore, the Oklahoma principal who tackled a gunman, sits down with CBS News for a network exclusive interview airing Monday on "CBS Mornings."
What scientists will be looking for as government UFO files are released
The Pentagon's release of files might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A blocked camera, a 13-minute gap: Details emerge on WHCD attack
A CBS News visual investigation is revealing new details of an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump at this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner.
5 states monitoring passengers who departed ship stricken by hantavirus
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least five states, health officials said.
Tennessee approves new congressional map dissolving majority Black district
Tennessee Republicans earlier Thursday approved a measure to overturn the state's ban on mid-decade redistricting.
Cyberattack shutters Canvas learning platform for schools across the U.S.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
Employers added 115,000 jobs in April, blowing past forecasts
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
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Deputy who killed Black man at grandma's home convicted of homicide
Trial jurors said they couldn't agree on the more serious charge of murder, prompting the judge to declare a mistrial on that count.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Employers added 115,000 jobs in April, blowing past forecasts
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
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Principal who tackled gunman: "God's hand was on all of us"
Kirk Moore, the Oklahoma principal who tackled a gunman, sits down with CBS News for a network exclusive interview airing Monday on "CBS Mornings."
Apparent bear attack kills missing hiker in Montana's Glacier National Park
The body of a missing hiker killed in an apparent bear attack has been found in Glacier National Park in Montana, park officials say.
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Employers added 115,000 jobs in April, blowing past forecasts
Hiring once again exceeded forecasts, with employers adding far more than the projected gains of 65,000.
U.S. trade court rules against Trump's 10% tariffs
The tariffs were put in place in February, days after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous round of sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs.
Here's how AI can help with retirement planning, and where it struggles
As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.
AI is as a top cause of layoffs, accounting for 26% of April's job cuts
New data shows artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for layoffs, even as economists debate whether it is truly displacing workers.
Snack mixes recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
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Pentagon begins releasing UFO files
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Accused WHCD shooter seeks to disqualify Pirro, Blanche because they attended event
Attorneys for accused White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter Cole Allen asked a judge to disqualify Jeanine Pirro and other senior Justice Department leaders from the case because they were present during the incident.
USPS proposal would allow handguns to be sent through the mail
The Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
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Spencer Pratt compares his fledgling political career to Obama's national rise
Spencer Pratt has said he was compelled to launch his unlikely mayoral run after his home was destroyed in last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Federal judge finds DOGE's elimination of humanities grants "unlawful"
Three of the nation's major scholarly groups challenged the Trump administration's cuts to humanities grants.
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Tracking hantavirus cases tied to cruise ship
Global health officials are working to track down passengers who departed a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship weeks ago, including multiple Americans. Meanwhile, for the first time on Thursday, President Trump addressed the response to the deadly outbreak. Tom Hanson has the latest on the cruise ship and Dr. Celine Gounder breaks down what to know about the virus.
5 states monitoring hantavirus ship passengers
After almost a full day of sailing, the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship is slowly closing in on its destination, about 600 nautical miles away from Spain's Canary Islands. Tom Hanson has more details, and Dr. Jon LaPook has more about the virus.
What we know about hantavirus cases tied to deadly cruise ship outbreak
Health officials have identified at least eight confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus tied to an outbreak on the M/V Hondius cruise ship.
5 states monitoring passengers who departed ship stricken by hantavirus
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least five states, health officials said.
Snack mixes recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
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Iran says U.S. "crossed the point of no return" with attacks on ports
President Trump insists the ceasefire with Iran remains in effect despite an exchange of attacks that Tehran says "crossed the point of no return."
Bear kills woman in Japan, 2 more fatal attacks suspected
Japan confirmed the first fatal bear attack of 2026 after a record 13 deaths last year.
Volcano erupts in Indonesia, killing at least 3 hikers, police say
Three hikers in an off-limits area died in an eruption of Indonesia's Mount Dukono volcano, police said.
U.S. strikes 2 Iranian ports as American warships come under fire
Three U.S. Navy destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz came under attack on Thursday, and the U.S. struck on two Iranian ports abutting the strait, putting into question an increasingly fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
What we know about hantavirus cases tied to deadly cruise ship outbreak
Health officials have identified at least eight confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus tied to an outbreak on the M/V Hondius cruise ship.
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Spencer Pratt compares his fledgling political career to Obama's national rise
Spencer Pratt has said he was compelled to launch his unlikely mayoral run after his home was destroyed in last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Surprising "Survivor" tribal council ceremony
(Warning: Spoilers ahead!) "CBS Mornings" reveals details of the latest "Survivor 50" episode and elimination ceremony, which had another surprise for the castaways.
Exclusive preview of "I Will Find You"
"CBS Mornings" has an exclusive preview of the new Netflix series "I Will Find You," which is based on Harlan Coben's 2023 novel. Coben, who is also an executive producer on the series, talks about what inspired the story and how closely he worked on the Netflix adaptation.
Documentary explores maternal healthcare
Christy Turlington Burns, the founder and president of the nonprofit "Every Mother Counts," speaks about her new documentary, which explores the state of maternal healthcare following the end of Roe v. Wade. She discusses the different risks for women and why this is personal for her.
How Ted Turner transformed media
Ted Turner, who died on Wednesday at age 87, was a global media titan. Amol Sharma, a financial editor for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more insight.
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Online learning platform Canvas hacked
The online learning platform Canvas, which is used by 30 million students around the world, was hacked Thursday in a massive cyberattack. The platform is used by thousands of schools, including major universities. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Cyberattack shutters Canvas learning platform for schools across the U.S.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
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.
Here's how AI can help with retirement planning, and where it struggles
As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.
Google unveils screenless Fitbit
Fitness trackers started as devices for measuring workouts, but now they are designed for 24/7 monitoring and the passive collection of health data. Fitbit announced its latest device, called the Fitbit Air, to compete with other screenless trackers like the Whoop. Tech journalist Lexi Savvides joins CBS News with more.
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Pentagon begins releasing UFO files
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
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Mother of missing woman in Bahamas speaks out
The search for Michigan mother Lynette Hooker headed into a fifth week as Coast Guard investigators seek to question the owners of a sailboat that was moored near the Hooker's vessel when she went missing. Cristian Benavides reports.
CBS News finds security gaps at Hilton Hotel
CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga returned to the Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C., to better understand the security surrounding the White House Correspondents' Dinner. What she found was a 13-minute gap in security camera coverage in the moments leading up to the shooting.
DOJ yet to authenticate possible Epstein note
A federal judge has made public an apparent suicide note written by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Correspondents' dinner shooting analysis
A CBS News team analyzed the security footage of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. Nicole Sganga breaks down what we learned.
Investigation of correspondents' dinner attack
A CBS News visual investigation reveals new details in an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump at this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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Pentagon begins releasing UFO files
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Leaders push to oust sheriff in Guthrie probe
Officials say local leaders in Arizona are pushing to remove Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos, who is leading the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, after accusing him of lying about his past record. The mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie has been missing for more than three months.
Spencer Pratt on running for L.A. mayor
Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt, who is running as a Republican in the Los Angeles mayoral race, spoke exclusively to CBS News about his decision to run for mayor and his inexperience in politics, saying, "I may not have the experience, but I have the common sense to say this is not working."
Spencer Pratt makes case to become LA mayor
Spencer Pratt, a former reality star who wants to become Los Angeles' mayor, is facing off against incumbent Karen Bass and gaining support from some residents hoping he makes vast changes. CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi reports.
Russia, Ukraine ceasefires in peril
Russia and Ukraine suggested ceasefires as Victory Day approaches but now they are accusing each other of violating them. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.
Iran says it's reviewing latest peace proposal
Iran says it is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal to end the war. This comes as both sides traded strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Holly Williams and Jarred Hill report.