Stormy Daniels says truth "will come out" after husband seeks divorce
Adult film performer says that she had sex with Donald Trump before he became president, something Trump has denied
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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
Sanctioned Russian oligarch linked to Cohen has vast U.S. ties
Russia oligarch Viktor Vekselberg had been positioning himself to extend his influence in the United States
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
Michael Cohen seeking restraining order vs. Stormy Daniels' lawyer
It would force Michael Avenatti to stop speaking to the press; Avenatti calls request "complete joke"
Exclusive: Michael Cohen believes Trump and his allies are turning on him
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
Why Michael Cohen is all over the news
How a once obscure New York lawyer and fixer became one of the biggest celebrities of the Trump era
Why Michael Cohen has been in the headlines
Once an obscure New York lawyer, Michael Cohen has become one of the prominent faces associated with President Trump. Here's why Mr. Trump's personal attorney is all over the news.
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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Pirro brought box of evidence to show Trump what caused Reflecting Pool damage
U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro was seen with a large box as she left the White House Monday after her meeting with President Trump.
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Progress made in Strait of Hormuz talks, Rubio says
The secretary of state said progress has been made in the Iran-Oman talks but that no final agreement has been reached, adding, "We're hoping that will happen very shortly."
FBI not conducting civil rights probe into ICE shooting in Maine, sources say
The deadly encounter between an ICE officer and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero on July 13 in Biddeford, Maine, is the latest in a growing string of clashes between civilians and ICE agents.
What to know about primaries in 5 states today: Michigan, Virginia and more
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in five states: Michigan, Virginia, Missouri, Kansas and Washington.
Arson suspect in Spokane-area wildfire had prior manslaughter conviction
More than 700 buildings in the Spokane area have been destroyed and 400 more haven't been assessed, officials said as three fires burned in the area and an arrest was made in connection with one of them.
Chipotle replaces jalapenos linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
Restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
Wayward SpaceX rocket to slam into moon, leave 16-foot deep crater
The impact will not be visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Lindsay Clancy murder trial shows prescription pills from her house
The Lindsay Clancy murder trial resumed for a sixth day Tuesday with more testimony from prosecution witnesses and a focus on prescription pills.
Mike Lindell stepping down as MyPillow CEO to focus on Minnesota governor's race
Mike Lindell is stepping down as CEO of MyPillow to focus on his campaign for governor of Minnesota, the company announced Tuesday.
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SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Chipotle removes jalapenos linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
The restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
FBI not conducting civil rights probe into ICE shooting in Maine, sources say
The deadly encounter between an ICE officer and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero on July 13 in Biddeford, Maine, is the latest in a growing string of clashes between civilians and ICE agents.
House Ethics probing Rep. Max Miller for alleged domestic violence, drug use
The House Ethics Committee announced that it is opening a probe into allegations that Rep. Max Miller may have engaged in domestic violence or drug use.
Dow soars 900 points on strong corporate profits, hopes of Iran deal
Stocks notched new record highs on Tuesday as oil prices dipped and companies reported healthy profits.
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SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Chipotle removes jalapenos linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
The restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
Dow soars 900 points on strong corporate profits, hopes of Iran deal
Stocks notched new record highs on Tuesday as oil prices dipped and companies reported healthy profits.
More adult children live at home now than during the pandemic
One woman in her mid-30s said her $60,000 annual income wasn't enough to cover all her bills after a breakup, leading her to move back home.
"Peanut butter" pay raises are out, as employers shift to merit hikes
Here's what employees can expect for a raise in 2027 as companies move away from broad-based pay increases.
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Mike Lindell stepping down as MyPillow CEO to focus on Minnesota governor's race
Mike Lindell is stepping down as CEO of MyPillow to focus on his campaign for governor of Minnesota, the company announced Tuesday.
FBI not conducting civil rights probe into ICE shooting in Maine, sources say
The deadly encounter between an ICE officer and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero on July 13 in Biddeford, Maine, is the latest in a growing string of clashes between civilians and ICE agents.
House Ethics probing Rep. Max Miller for alleged domestic violence, drug use
The House Ethics Committee announced that it is opening a probe into allegations that Rep. Max Miller may have engaged in domestic violence or drug use.
Behind closed doors, Trump, White House aides hope Rep. Max Miller exits race
Some White House officials hope embattled GOP Rep. Max Miller exits his congressional race immediately, and President Trump has expressed a similar sentiment, multiple sources say.
Pirro brought box of evidence to show Trump what caused Reflecting Pool damage
U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro was seen with a large box as she left the White House Monday after her meeting with President Trump.
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Michigan reports 2 cyclosporiasis deaths
Two people have died of cyclosporiasis in Michigan, officials said Monday, as the state battles the worst outbreak of the disease in the country. Carter Evans has the details.
Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
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Megan Kaverman's weight gain, fatigue, high blood pressure and other symptoms were dismissed for years before she was diagnosed with a rare heart disease.
Peptide vendor sentenced for "trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
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Nazi ships, mammoth bones emerge as Danube River dries up
Water levels on the Danube River have dropped so low that dozens of World War II German battleships – and even the remains of an ancient woolly mammoth — are emerging into view.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Gaza holds mass funeral for extended family recovered from wartime rubble
Authorities described this as the Gaza Strip's biggest mass funeral since the war began, mourning dozens of people, including women and children, recently recovered from the rubble.
Serviceman kills 3 civilians, 1 soldier in Russian-held Crimea
A serviceman in Russian-held Crimea opened fire on fellow soldiers and civilians, killing four people and wounding four, officials said.
WWII explosives detonate in France amid wildfires: "Sound of war"
The munitions, both German and French, consist mainly of mortar shells, along with some high-explosive anti-tank shells.
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Ariana Grande on her plans to take break
One day after announcing she'll step back from the spotlight after her tour ends, Ariana Grande spoke directly to fans at Monday night's show in Chicago. The singer said the decision was her own and "was made from a thoughtful and empowered place."
Jordan Roth talks "The Shards"
Tony Award-winning producer Jordan Roth talks about starring in the "The Shards" and describes what it was like to go from behind the scenes on Broadway to making his major on-screen acting debut.
Hollywood on hot streak at the box office
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" leapt straight to the top of the box office this weekend. Its $360 million opening weekend debut is the biggest in U.S. history. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss all the latest movie news.
"My Favorite Person" takes over socials
A social media trend encouraging users to share what they love about their favorite person is bringing light to TikTok and other platforms.
Ariana Grande to step out of public eye
A representative for pop star Ariana Grande says the singer is planning to step out of the public eye after wrapping her ongoing Eternal Sunshine Tour amid "endless, ongoing public scrutiny." Grande has also dropped out of the London-based musical "Sunday in the Park with George," which is set to open next year.
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SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Top AI execs may meet with Trump officials
Top executives from leading artificial intelligence companies are set to meet with White House officials, according to media reports. Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent for Puck News, has more.
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.
Trump administration finalizes AI framework, official says
The order asks AI companies to share previews of powerful new models with the government before they are released to the public.
U.S. probes cyberattack on water systems
Lauryn Williams, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss the U.S. probe into Iran possibly targeting water systems in Michigan and Minnesota.
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Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
Rare video shows humpback whale birth
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
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Officials give update on Spokane fire arrest
A man is under arrest for allegedly setting one of three major wildfires in the Spokane, Washington, area. Meanwhile, thousands have been evacuated from the area as fires rage. KREM reporter Regan Gallo has more.
Testimony continues in Lindsay Clancy trial
Law enforcement officials and medical personnel continued testimony on Day 6 of Lindsay Clancy's murder trial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Washington wildfires devastate Spokane
Officials arrested a man on suspicion of arson as the Spokane, Washington, area battles multiple fires. Fire crews are working around the clock to contain the massive blazes. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
Arson arrest amid Washington fires
Police arrested a man in connection with one of three devastating wildfires charring homes, businesses and nature in Washington State. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn has more.
Questions about Nancy Guthrie ransom notes
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos told CBS News last Thursday that he didn't have a ransom note saying Nancy Guthrie was dead. But one day later he released a note saying just that. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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Wayward SpaceX rocket to slam into moon, leave 16-foot deep crater
The impact will not be visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
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14 hurt in NYC subway fire
Smoke billowed from the Astor Place subway station after a maintenance train caught fire, New York City officials said. 14 people were injured, largely due to smoke inhalation. CBS News' Andrew Ramos reports.
Officials give update on Spokane fire arrest
A man is under arrest for allegedly setting one of three major wildfires in the Spokane, Washington, area. Meanwhile, thousands have been evacuated from the area as fires rage. KREM reporter Regan Gallo has more.
Sources: Trump hopes Max Miller ends campaign
President Trump and other officials hope embattled GOP Rep. Max Miller exits the congressional race in Ohio immediately, multiple U.S. officials familiar with the matter tell CBS News. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
Testimony continues in Lindsay Clancy trial
Law enforcement officials and medical personnel continued testimony on Day 6 of Lindsay Clancy's murder trial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 rioters' lawsuit
The Department of Justice is moving to dismiss a class action lawsuit by participants of the U.S. Capitol riots on Jan. 6, 2021. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the latest.