Alex Murdaugh trial suspended as courthouse evacuated due to security issue
The South Carolina courthouse where former attorney Alex Murdaugh's murder trial is taking place was evacuated.
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Financial evidence allowed in Murdaugh trial
The judge in Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial ruled to allow the state to present evidence of the now disbarred South Carolina attorney's alleged financial crimes. The decision came after days of testimony from witnesses who were heard without the jury present as Judge Clifton Newman weighed the evidence, for which Murdaugh faces 99 charges separate from the murder case. Nikki Battiste reports.
Jury sees new evidence in Alex Murdaugh trial
Alex Murdaugh, the disbarred South Carolina attorney accused of killing his wife and son in 2021, was back in court Tuesday for his double murder trial. On Monday, a judge ruled prosecutors could use evidence of his alleged financial crimes in the trial. Murdaugh denies the allegations against him. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell discussed the new evidence.
What's next in Alex Murdaugh murder trial?
A judge has ruled that new evidence may be presented to the jury in the Alex Murdaugh murder case. CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste joins "CBS News Mornings" with the latest on the trial.
Judge in Murdaugh trial rules on key evidence
The judge in Alex Murdaugh's murder trial ruled that prosecutors can include evidence of the disbarred South Carolina attorney's alleged financial crimes. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell has more on the significance of the decision from Walterboro, South Carolina.
Alex Murdaugh murder trial enters third week
The third week of testimony begins Monday in the Alex Murdaugh murder trial. Murdaugh, a former South Carolina attorney, is accused of murdering his wife and adult son. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell joined Anne-Marie Green to discuss what to expect in the trial this week.
Pence postpones South Carolina trip because daughter is in labor
He had planned to visit the state Monday, where former Gov. Nikki Haley is expected to announce her run for the presidency.
Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down
U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News that a suspected Chinese spy balloon, which was discovered flying over the mainland U.S. this week, was shot down off the coast of South Carolina Saturday by U.S. fighter jets. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more.
Housekeeper's son testifies in Murdaugh trial
The tenth day in the murder trial of disgraced former South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh ended with more testimony Friday. Murdaugh is accused of shooting his wife and son. Imran Ansari, a defense criminal attorney at Aidala, Bertuna and Kamins, joined CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the trial.
DNC to vote on primary calendar overhaul
The Democratic National Committee will vote Saturday on possibly overhauling its presidential primary calendar. The proposed changes would make South Carolina the first state to vote, replacing Iowa. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Catherine Herridge to discuss the vote.
Presidential primary calendar shake-up
Democrats are expected to vote this weekend on a new presidential primary calendar for the 2024 election. President Biden is pushing his party to make South Carolina first because of its diverse electorate at the expense of New Hampshire's traditional first-in-the-nation primary. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian from Philadelphia to discuss.
DNC considers changes to primary calendar
Democrats will vote on their 2024 primary calendar Saturday. President Biden is pushing his party to make South Carolina the first state to vote due to its diverse electorate, at the expense of New Hampshire's traditional first-in-the-nation primary. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from Philadelphia, where Democrats will meet this weekend.
CFO of Alex Murdaugh's former law firm testifies
The chief financial officer of Alex Murdaugh's former law firm testified in his murder trial Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.
DNC to discuss presidential primary calendar
The Democratic National Committee will discuss making South Carolina the first state on its presidential primary calendar this weekend. Major Garrett is joined by CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro and Antjuan Seawright, political contributor and Democratic strategist, to discuss the impact of the change.
Jury to hear about disgraced lawyer's past
In the Alex Murdaugh murder trial in South Carolina, prosecutors want to introduce evidence of the disbarred attorney's character. Murdaugh is accused of murdering his wife and son in June 2021. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joined Elaine Quijano and Lana Zak to discuss.
Judge continues deliberations on evidence of possible motive in Murdaugh trial
A former colleague testified that Murdaugh was questioned about $800,000 that was missing hours before the murders.
Pence to meet with South Carolina law enforcement amid policing reform talks in Congress
He'll be visiting South Carolina just nine days before former Gov. Nikki Haley is expected to announce her White House bid.
Nikki Haley to announce 2024 presidential run on Feb. 15
Haley will become the first Republican to get in the 2024 presidential race since former President Donald Trump launched his bid.
Biden-McCarthy debt limit talks on tap
Ahead of a meeting at the White House Wednesday, President Biden will ask House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to tell him what budget cuts the GOP is seeking before agreeing to raise the federal debt limit. Mr. Biden is demanding that McCarthy agree to avoid a government default on federal debt. Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina governor who was President Trump's U.N. ambassador is planning to announce her own run for the White House on Feb. 15. And a green comet is expected to brighten skies over the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday and Thursday.
Trump launches 2024 campaign in 2 key states
Former President Donald Trump started campaigning for the 2024 presidential race over the weekend in South Carolina and New Hampshire. CBS News political director Fin Gomez joins us with an update on the race.
More Americans move to the South
After the height of the pandemic, data shows more people have moved away from big cities and are heading toward Florida, Texas and the Carolinas. Nadia Evangelou, senior economist and director of real estate research with the National Association of Realtors, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss which areas are seeing the biggest population booms.
Opening arguments in Alex Murdaugh trial
Opening arguments began Wednesday in the double murder trial of Alex Murdaugh. Nikki Battiste reports.
Testimony begins in Alex Murdaugh trial
A sergeant is the first witness to testify in the murder trial against former South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh, who is accused of killing his wife and son in June of 2021. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste explains the stage prosecutors are trying to set with this first witness.
Trial underway in Alex Murdaugh murder case
Opening statements were made Wednesday in the trial of Alex Murdaugh, the disgraced South Carolina attorney accused of fatally shooting his wife and son. Prosecutors said cellphone evidence will place Murdaugh at the scene of the murders.
Jury selection in Murdaugh murder trial
Jury selection is expected to wrap Wednesday in the murder trial of South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste joins Lana Zak and Errol Barnett from outside the courthouse with more on the case and what happens next.
Trump puts Jay Clayton's nomination for intel chief on hold
The president says he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
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Israel's war with Hezbollah looms over planned U.S.-Iran deal signing
With the specifics of the U.S.-Iran deal still unclear, Israel continues strikes in Lebanon and shippers face mixed messages on the Strait of Hormuz.
Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
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Veteran fights to prevent wife's deportation: "I'm begging my own country"
Retired staff sergeant Wilmer Trujillo, who served roughly 20 years in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard, is asking ICE to release his wife of six years.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
Dramatic rescue efforts after fiery small plane crash in Texas kills 1
A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
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AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
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Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
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Veteran fights to prevent wife's deportation: "I'm begging my own country"
Retired staff sergeant Wilmer Trujillo, who served roughly 20 years in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard, is asking ICE to release his wife of six years.
Robert White wins Democratic primary for D.C. delegate to Congress
Robert White's win in the heavily Democratic city sets him up to take the top spot in November's general elections, when he could replace 18-term delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton.
Trump puts Jay Clayton's nomination for intel chief on hold
President Trump delayed Jay Clayton's nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community, saying he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
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Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Dead or stranded: Commercial sailors suffer in the Strait of Hormuz
India alone has more than 18,000 sailors stuck across the Persian Gulf region. Some tell CBS News it feels like they're "in jail."
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
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Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
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"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
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Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Police: Wilmington shooting suspect at large
Police in Delaware are still searching for a suspect who shot two people at Wilmington Hospital on Tuesday, officials said at a news conference. At least one person is dead and another injured.
FBI foils alleged murder plot at UFC fight
Federal prosecutors charged at least five people in connection with an alleged plot to kill the president and countless others at Sunday's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn. Ed O'Keefe reports.
5 charged in foiled White House UFC plot
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting the White House UFC event, officials announced Tuesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Veteran's wife detained by ICE: "Living hell"
Retired Staff Sgt. Wilmer Trujillo, an American citizen who served in the U.S. Army and the Texas National Guard for almost 20 years, is desperately urging ICE to release his wife, who has no criminal record. The Department of Homeland Security cited a 20-year-old deportation order in her arrest as she faces deportation to Honduras. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Expectations of Fed interest rate decision
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday will hand down its first interest rate decision under its new chairman, Kevin Warsh. It comes as inflation continues to rise. Kelly O'Grady explains how the outcome could impact you.
Extreme weather in South, Gulf Coast
Heavy rain on Tuesday hammered parts of Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi, creating dangerous conditions and leaving drivers stranded. Jason Allen reports.
Small plane crashes on busy Texas highway
A small plane crashed on a busy highway in Texas on Tuesday and caught on fire. People jumped into action to help those on board escape. One person was killed, police say. Lilia Luciano reports.
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A man charged with murder for poisoning two women tells a friend, "dead girls don't talk." Brave survivors speak out on their behalf. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports Saturday, June 20 at 10/9c* on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. (*Following the WNBA on CBS)