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Trump slams Cohen over audio tape
President Trump slammed his former attorney Michael Cohen over the weekend for taping a conversation regarding payments to a Playboy model. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN to discuss whether the recording was legal and how it might impact the case.
Police chief: "Mistake was made" in Stormy Daniels' arrest
The Columbus police chief said the motivations of officers who arrested the porn actress would be reviewed
Charges against Stormy Daniels dropped
Adult film star Stormy Daniels was arrested Wednesday night after she performed at an Ohio strip club. But the charges were later dropped, and the chief of police said she would be looking into the detectives' motivations. CBS News national correspondent Adriana Diaz reports.
Lawyer: Stormy Daniels' charges dropped after "sting operation"
The porn actress was arrested for touching a patron at a "sexually oriented" business Wednesday in Ohio
Stormy Daniels arrested while performing at Ohio strip club
Michael Avenatti tweeted that it happened at a strip club; he says she's charged with "allowing a customer to touch her while on stage in a non-sexual manner"
Stormy Daniels arrested at Ohio strip club
Stormy Daniels was arrested while performing at an Ohio strip club overnight for allegedly letting people touch her on stage. Daniels' lawyer, Michael Avenatti, called the arrest a "politically motivated" and a "sting operation."
Michael Avenatti might run for president
Porn star Stormy Daniels' lawyer Michael Avenatti says that if President Trump seeks reelection, he may run for president
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Will Michael Cohen cooperate?
President Trump's former attorney Michael Cohen is under investigation for business dealings including a payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels. In a new interview, Cohen said he is more loyal to his family than the president. Paula Reid has the latest.
Michael Cohen and other White House headlines
In a new interview, President Trump's longtime personal attorney, Michael Cohen, says he's loyal to his family and country before the president. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with more on that, plus comments from national security adviser John Bolton on North Korea and a report that President Trump wants to abandon key principles of the World Trade Organization.
Prosecutors cancel Stormy Daniels meeting in Cohen probe
Daniels was scheduled to meet with federal prosecutors in New York on Monday as part of their investigation into Michael Cohen
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Jeff Pegues reports that Cohen appears to be moving closer to a legal strategy of cooperating with investigators given the gulf that now exists between him and Trump
Cohen under pressure to cooperate with feds
President Trump's longtime attorney, Michael Cohen, is facing mounting pressure to cooperate with federal prosecutors. That comes ahead of a court deadline to review the documents seized in the FBI raid at his home and offices in April. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN to discuss what's at stake.
Stormy Daniels' former attorney countersues
The action comes a day after the adult film star accused her former lawyer of being a "puppet" for President Trump
Stormy Daniels files new lawsuit
Adult film star Stormy Daniels is suing her former lawyer and President Trump's former personal attorney, Michael Cohen. According to the suit, she says the two colluded to benefit Mr. Trump. Jesse Weber, attorney and host on the Law and Crime Network, joins CBSN's Errol Barnett to discuss the latest allegations.
Stormy Daniels suit claims ex-lawyer colluded with Cohen, Trump and Fox News
The brief quotes text messages between Davidson and Cohen. It also suggests Cohen talked with Melania Trump about Clifford
Judge sets deadline for Michael Cohen to review attorney-client privilege designations
Lawyers for Michael Cohen and attorneys for Trump and the Trump Organization have designated more than 250 items as subject to the privilege
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Why Michael Cohen has been in the headlines
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Stormy Daniels' lawyer tries again to depose Trump
Michael Avenatti is trying, again, to depose the president in court
Trump financial disclosure
President Trump's annual financial disclosure form released Wednesday referred to the previously undisclosed reimbursement to his personal attorney Michael Cohen for a $130,000 payment Cohen made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. The payment was made shortly before the 2016 election to keep Daniels quiet about an alleged sexual encounter with Mr. Trump a decade earlier. CBS News correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest development.
Trump reimbursed lawyer for hush money
President Trump's new lawyer says a personal financial disclosure removes any suspicion that the president broke campaign finance law in connection with adult film star Stormy Daniels. The document confirms the president reimbursed attorney Michael Cohen between $100,000 and $250,000. Cohen paid Daniels $130,000 to keep silent about an alleged affair with Mr. Trump in 2006. Paula Reid reports.
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President Trump is addressing the gathering of world leaders, CEOs and policymakers as America's allies balk at his efforts to acquire Greenland.
Lawmakers intensify efforts to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
House Oversight to vote on holding Clintons in contempt in Epstein probe
Republicans escalated the standoff with Bill and Hillary Clinton after they refused to appear in person before the committee.
Supreme Court hears arguments over whether Trump can fire Fed's Lisa Cook
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors last August. Courts have so far allowed her to continue serving in her role while litigation continues.
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Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Halligan exits DOJ after judge bars her continued use of U.S. attorney title
Lindsey Halligan has departed the Justice Department after a federal judge Tuesday barred her from referring to herself as a U.S. attorney in court filings.
Synthetic drug ring busted in "largest-ever operation" of its kind
Authorities dismantled 24 industrial-scale labs and seized around 1,000 tons of chemicals used to make street drugs such as MDMA, amphetamine and meth.
Second lady Usha Vance announces she's pregnant with fourth child
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
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Supreme Court hears arguments over whether Trump can fire Fed's Lisa Cook
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors last August. Courts have so far allowed her to continue serving in her role while litigation continues.
Lawmakers intensify efforts to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
At least one federal lawsuit and two bills in Congress aim to strip President Trump's name from the exterior sign at the Kennedy Center.
These are the best places to work in 2026, according to Glassdoor
A car wash chain beat out bigger employers such as Google and Nvidia to take the top spot as the best place to work in 2026.
Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Former sports reporter Michele Tafoya running for U.S. Senate in Minnesota
Michele Tafoya, running as a Republican, is seeking the open seat being vacated by retiring Democratic Sen. Tina Smith.
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Ford recalls some 119,000 vehicles due to engine block heater fire risk, NHTSA says
Ford is recalling roughly 119,000 vehicles because their engine block heaters have a defect that increases the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Ex-flight attendant got hundreds of free flights posing as pilot, DOJ says
A former flight attendant for a Canadian airline posed as a commercial pilot and as a current flight attendant to obtain hundreds of free flights from U.S. airlines, authorities said.
These are the best places to work in 2026, according to Glassdoor
A car wash chain beat out bigger employers such as Google and Nvidia to take the top spot as the best place to work in 2026.
Lululemon pulls "Get Low" leggings from website amid sheer fabric complaints
The company said its "Get Low" collection is temporarily unavailable for sale online, but remains in stock in stores while it reviews customer feedback.
Danish pension fund says it's selling all its U.S. Treasuries
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Supreme Court hears arguments over whether Trump can fire Fed's Lisa Cook
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors last August. Courts have so far allowed her to continue serving in her role while litigation continues.
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Trump speaks in Davos as U.S. allies push back against Greenland bid
President Trump is addressing the gathering of world leaders, CEOs and policymakers as America's allies balk at his efforts to acquire Greenland.
Lawmakers intensify efforts to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
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House Oversight to vote on holding Clintons in contempt in Epstein probe
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Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
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Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
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Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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Canada's leader Mark Carney says Trump is rupturing the world order
In his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney accused President Trump of rupturing the world order through economic coercion.
Synthetic drug ring busted in "largest-ever operation" of its kind
Authorities dismantled 24 industrial-scale labs and seized around 1,000 tons of chemicals used to make street drugs such as MDMA, amphetamine and meth.
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Trump speaks in Davos as U.S. allies push back against Greenland bid
President Trump is addressing the gathering of world leaders, CEOs and policymakers as America's allies balk at his efforts to acquire Greenland.
U.S. seizes a seventh Venezuelan-linked oil tanker in Caribbean
The U.S. has seized seven Venezuelan-linked oil tankers since Dec. 10, 2025.
Commuter train in Spain hits collapsed wall, killing at least 1 person
A commuter train hit a collapsed retaining wall near Barcelona on Tuesday, killing one person and injuring at least 37 people, according to officials.
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Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
David Beckham responds amid family feud
Brooklyn Beckham, the oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, accused his parents in a social media statement of trying to undermine his marriage and of valuing "public promotion" over family. David Beckham acknowledged the allegations and responded, saying, "they make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes." Adriana Diaz has more.
Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees announced
"CBS Mornings" exclusively announces the newest inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Anthony Mason reports.
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Timothy Busfield ordered released from jail pending trial in child sex abuse
A judge has ordered that actor Timothy Busfield be released from jail during a detention hearing on child sex abuse charges.
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Nonprofit helps to cut down on screen time
On average, young people between the ages of 8 and 18 spend about 7.5 hours a day on their screens, not including school work. A growing nonprofit is trying to change that alarming trend. The Balance Project focuses on delaying the use of smartphones for kids and encouraging more time with friends and independent play outside. Meg Oliver shows how.
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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.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
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Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
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Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
Trump admits ICE may make mistakes
President Trump commented on ICE raids in the U.S. as the Justice Department served subpoenas for multiple Democratic officials in Minnesota. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Suspect in "Colonial Parkway murders" linked to more cold-case killings
The suspect in the "Colonial Parkway murders" that shook Virginia in the 1980s has been linked to 2 more of the killings, investigators announced.
Synthetic drug ring busted in "largest-ever operation" of its kind
Authorities dismantled 24 industrial-scale labs and seized around 1,000 tons of chemicals used to make street drugs such as MDMA, amphetamine and meth.
Actor used reputation as medicine man to prey on women, prosecutors say
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Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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On average, young people between the ages of 8 and 18 spend about 7.5 hours a day on their screens, not including school work. A growing nonprofit is trying to change that alarming trend. The Balance Project focuses on delaying the use of smartphones for kids and encouraging more time with friends and independent play outside. Meg Oliver shows how.
Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
David Beckham responds amid family feud
Brooklyn Beckham, the oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, accused his parents in a social media statement of trying to undermine his marriage and of valuing "public promotion" over family. David Beckham acknowledged the allegations and responded, saying, "they make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes." Adriana Diaz has more.
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