Death After Midnight
"48 Hours" Presents: A Colorado mom of three shot dead in her bedroom. Was it suicide? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty investigates.
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Fatal Crossing
A beautiful mom and her young daughter are found dead near train tracks under mysterious circumstances -- was is it a murder-suicide or a cold-blooded killing? Questions from "48 Hours" help get police to reopen the case. Correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
A Death in Payson Canyon
A teen’s death appeared to be a suicide -- but investigators say she was helped by a friend who recorded it and weeks earlier texted “it's like getting away with murder.” CBS News correspondent David Begnaud investigates.
Fatal Crossing
A beautiful mom and her young daughter are found dead near train tracks -- was it a murder-suicide or a cold-blooded killing? "48 Hours" helped reopen the case. Correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
"48 Hours" full episode: Death by Text
Inside the groundbreaking trial of a crime of the digital age -- should a young woman go to prison for sending texts to a friend who took his own life? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty investigates.
Paradise Lost
Did a Wall Street millionaire kill himself or was it murder? "48 Hours" is there when his wife faces a third trial in a Costa Rican court. What really happened to John Bender? Correspondent Susan Spencer investigates.
Death After Midnight
A Colorado mom of three shot dead in her bedroom -- was it murder or suicide? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty investigates.
After reality star's death, Japan toughens defamation penalties
Before her suicide, Hana Kimura tweeted that she received about a hundred hateful messages every day.
Victims named in Tulsa shooting
Police say a man targeted his own doctor and "anyone who got in his way" during Wednesday's shooting rampage at a Tulsa, Oklahoma medical building. Four people were killed including two doctors, a receptionist and patient before authorities say the shooter took his own life. Nancy Chen has more.
4 killed in Tulsa medical center shooting
There's been yet another mass shooting in the United States – this time at a medical facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Police say four people were killed, and the shooter died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. It marks the 20th mass shooting since the elementary school massacre in Uvalde, Texas. Reagan Ledbetter of CBS affiliate KOTV in Tulsa has the latest.
Gun suicides among America's youth hit 20-year high, report finds
The rate of suicide by firearm among children between the ages of 10 and 14 increased 146% from 2011 to 2020, Everytown found.
Sneak peek: The Black Swan Murder?
A former ballerina shoots her husband. Did she kill to save herself or was it out of spite? "48 Hours" contributor Jim Axelrod reports Saturday, June 4 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Michelle Carter suicide texting case: Inside the groundbreaking trial
The case of a young woman convicted of involuntary manslaughter because she used text messages to encourage a friend to take his own life.
Michelle Carter's texts with Conrad Roy
In the weeks before his death, Conrad Roy III shared his feelings of anxiety and depression with his friend, Michelle Carter. She encouraged him to take his own life.
The Disappearance of Jennifer Dulos
Video shows police grilling Michelle Troconis, the ex-girlfriend of Fotis Dulos, about the disappearance of his wife Jennifer: “I didn’t do it.” Does she know more? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Alabama fugitive's accused accomplice shot herself to death, coroner says
Authorities say state corrections official Vicky White helped capital murder suspect Casey White escape.
Cheslie Kryst's mother on grieving daughter
Cheslie Kryst's mother, April Simpkins, joins "CBS Mornings" for her first live interview since her daughter died by suicide in January. Dr. Sue Varma joins as well to share insight on what depression can look like.
Caught fugitive back in Alabama jail
The Alabama fugitive who evaded arrest for nearly two weeks is back in the jail from which he escaped. Casey White was taken back to Lauderdale County Tuesday night following his capture in Indiana on Monday. A coroner there says his alleged accomplice, Vicky White, no relation, died by suicide following a self-inflicted gunshot to the head. Omar Villafranca reports.
Suicide rate for young Asian Americans
Suicide is the number one cause of death for Asian Americans between the ages of 15 and 24. Amelia Noor-Oshiro, a PhD candidate at Johns Hopkins University's School of Public Health, dives into the issue on CBS News.
Survey: Many LGBTQ youth considered suicide
According to a new survey from The Trevor Project, 45% of LGBTQ youth said they considered suicide in the last year, and the rate has increased for a third consecutive year. Amit Paley, the CEO and executive director of The Trevor Project, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
Nearly half of LGBTQ youth seriously considered suicide last year, survey finds
The survey is "one of the most diverse surveys of LGBTQ youth ever conducted," according to the Trevor Project.
Sailors allowed to move off USS George Washington after multiple suicides
The Navy is making arrangements to move more if desired.
The Suzanne Morphew Case: Nothing Is What It Seems
After a mother of two vanishes on Mother’s Day, bizarre clues emerge— a chipmunk alibi, a tranquilizer gun and a spy pen. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Navy probes 7 suicides among aircraft carrier crew
The Navy acknowledged three more suicides occurred in 2019 and 2020, bringing the number of sailors who took their own lives while the USS George Washington has been in overhaul to seven. The three most recent deaths occurred within a week earlier this month. David Martin reports.
Navy acknowledges suicides of 7 sailors assigned to the USS George Washington
One of the ship's crew told CBS News that "it feels like Big Navy has left us out to dry. Nobody cares." The seven sailors have died by suicide since 2019.
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See how Minnesota fraudsters spent millions earmarked for hungry kids
Documents and images show luxury purchases and wire transfers to China and East Africa.
Federal judge orders Abrego Garcia's immediate release from ICE custody
A federal judge in Maryland on Thursday ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immediate release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
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Senate to vote on dueling health care bills with price hikes on the horizon
The Senate is set to vote Thursday on competing measures to lower health care costs, but both parties' bills are expected to fail. Follow live updates here.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect due in court as judge weighs media access
Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. They plan to seek the death penalty.
Democrats ask for audit to determine if Epstein files were "tampered with"
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes and a group of Democrats are asking for a review of the Epstein case files to determine whether the records have been "tampered" with or concealed, ahead of a release by next week.
What we know about The Skipper, the oil tanker seized by the U.S. near Venezuela
The U.S. seized a 20-year-old oil tanker called The Skipper off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, three sources told CBS News. Here's what we know about the boat and the operation.
Severe flooding in Pacific Northwest triggers rescues, road closures
Heavy rain has triggered flooding, rescues and road closures in Washington state, with Gov. Bob Ferguson declaring a statewide emergency.
Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI under new licensing agreement
Disney said on Thursday it will make a $1 billion equity investment in OpenAI under a new partnership with the Sora and ChatGPT developer.
Erika Kirk's message to people who celebrated husband's death
Erika Kirk has a message for people who sought to justify the assassination of her late husband, Charlie Kirk.
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Inside the secret mission to get Nobel Peace Prize winner out of Venezuela
An American special forces veteran led the operation to get María Corina Machado out of Venezuela: "The first Nobel Prize winner that we've ever rescued."
Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI under new licensing agreement
Disney said on Thursday it will make a $1 billion equity investment in OpenAI under a new partnership with the Sora and ChatGPT developer.
Federal judge orders Abrego Garcia's immediate release from ICE custody
A federal judge in Maryland on Thursday ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immediate release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect due in court as judge weighs media access
Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. They plan to seek the death penalty.
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Senate to vote on dueling health care bills with price hikes on the horizon
The Senate is set to vote Thursday on competing measures to lower health care costs, but both parties' bills are expected to fail. Follow live updates here.
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Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI under new licensing agreement
Disney said on Thursday it will make a $1 billion equity investment in OpenAI under a new partnership with the Sora and ChatGPT developer.
Waymo recalls more than 3,000 vehicles due to faulty software
NHTSA said faulty software may cause Waymo vehicles to pass a stopped school bus even when its red lights are flashing or its stop arm is extended.
Justice Department moves to drop charges in international soccer corruption case
Federal prosecutors in New York moved to drop charges against former Fox employee Hernan Lopez and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media rights company.
Lottery jackpots are getting bigger and harder to win. See data on the top prizes.
Here are the top 20 largest Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots in history, and the odds of winning them.
Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
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Federal judge orders Abrego Garcia's immediate release from ICE custody
A federal judge in Maryland on Thursday ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia's immediate release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
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Senate to vote on dueling health care bills with price hikes on the horizon
The Senate is set to vote Thursday on competing measures to lower health care costs, but both parties' bills are expected to fail. Follow live updates here.
Democrats ask for audit to determine if Epstein files were "tampered with"
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes and a group of Democrats are asking for a review of the Epstein case files to determine whether the records have been "tampered" with or concealed, ahead of a release by next week.
Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Trump's attacks on her a "very poor reflection on him"
The conservative firebrand, who is retiring from Congress early, and the president are engaged in bitter falling-out.
Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
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Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
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Inside the secret mission to get Nobel Peace Prize winner out of Venezuela
An American special forces veteran led the operation to get María Corina Machado out of Venezuela: "The first Nobel Prize winner that we've ever rescued."
More than 600 British Empire artifacts stolen from U.K. museum
Police said they wanted to talk to four unidentified men, all wearing caps or hoodies, seen in the CCTV images carrying bags in the early hours.
Nobel laureate María Corina Machado makes first public appearance in 11 months
María Corina Machado had been in hiding in Venezuela since January, when she was briefly detained after joining supporters in a protest in Caracas.
What we know about The Skipper, the oil tanker seized by the U.S. near Venezuela
The U.S. seized a 20-year-old oil tanker called The Skipper off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, three sources told CBS News. Here's what we know about the boat and the operation.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
President Trump said the U.S. has seized an oil tanker, which Attorney General Pam Bondi said has been "used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran."
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"Waiting to Exhale" stars on 30th anniversary
The iconic movie "Waiting to Exhale," starring Angela Bassett, Whitney Houston, Loretta Devine and Lela Rochon premiered 30 years ago this month. The film, which had an all Black cast and focused on female empowerment, was a box office hit. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke with the stars of the film about the movie and what Houston would think.
Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
Carly Pearce on new music
Grammy-winning country music superstar Carly Pearce joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her highly-anticipated fifth studio album, fans relating to the lyrics in her music and being vulnerable.
Joe Bonamassa album pays tribute to B.B. King
Five-time Grammy Award winner Joe Bonamassa may already hold the record for the most No. 1 albums on the Billboard blues albums chart with 29, but he has no plans to stop anytime soon. His upcoming album is a tribute to B.B. King and includes tracks from artists like Aloe Blacc and Eric Clapton. "CBS Mornings" gets a behind-the-scenes look.
Sophie Kinsella, author of bestselling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in 2022.
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Disney to invest $1 billion in OpenAI under new licensing agreement
Disney said on Thursday it will make a $1 billion equity investment in OpenAI under a new partnership with the Sora and ChatGPT developer.
Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
With the world's first social media ban for children and teenagers under 16 now in effect in Australia, its initial political architect reveals it was personally inspired by his wife, for their four children.
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.
How one couple sparked a global movement for a smartphone-free childhood
For thousands of parents in 39 countries, including the U.S., the goal is simple: More time outdoors, and a childhood lived offline as much as possible.
Australian teens challenge social media ban
Australia began enforcing a social media ban for kids under the age of 16. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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More than 600 British Empire artifacts stolen from U.K. museum
Police said they wanted to talk to four unidentified men, all wearing caps or hoodies, seen in the CCTV images carrying bags in the early hours.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect due in court as judge weighs media access
Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. They plan to seek the death penalty.
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See how Minnesota fraudsters spent millions earmarked for hungry kids
Documents and images show luxury purchases and wire transfers to China and East Africa.
U.S. arrests plummet 25% since onset of the pandemic, analysis finds
Arrests across the U.S. have dropped by 25% compared to the onset of the pandemic in 2019, an analysis by the Council on Criminal Justice released Tuesday found.
NYPD warns of rise in 3D-printed ghost guns
Officials warn that more unserialized, untraceable ghost guns found on New York City's streets could soon spread to other areas across the U.S. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
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NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
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Tensions flare as U.S. intercepts oil tanker
The Nicolás Maduro regime is reacting to a U.S. operation near Venezuela targeting an oil tanker. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Natalie Brand report.
"Waiting to Exhale" stars on 30th anniversary
The iconic movie "Waiting to Exhale," starring Angela Bassett, Whitney Houston, Loretta Devine and Lela Rochon premiered 30 years ago this month. The film, which had an all Black cast and focused on female empowerment, was a box office hit. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke with the stars of the film about the movie and what Houston would think.
Abrego Garcia's immediate release ordered
A Maryland judge has ordered the Trump administration to immediately release Kilmar Abrego Garcia from ICE custody. Abrego Garcia was wrongfully deported to El Salvador and was later detained for potential deportation to another country. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Ex-consumer officials warn of safety risks
Following the death of her daughter, a mother turned her grief into action to help make button batteries harder for kids to access - but the law that passed didn't apply to toys. She tried to get the Consumer Product Safety Commission to apply the standard to toys, but the effort stalled over the summer. The agency has lost key leadership and staff, and now two former CPSC commissioners are issuing warnings to consumers.
AI pricing can vary by user, study finds
The popular app Instacart charged customers different prices on the same items bought from the same stores, an investigation from Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found. Instacart responded, saying, "These tests are not dynamic pricing. Prices never change in real time," adding, "retailers have long tested prices in their physical stores," and saying that 10 retail partners do so in the app. Jo Ling Kent has more.