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Three Pinellas County, Florida deputies rescued a 24 year old man from a suicide attempt as he was standing on the Bay Pines Bridge. The man told deputies he was upset about financial and relationship issues.
After his cancer diagnosis, Jon McAlpin came to realize his life still had meaning. Now the 60-year-old retired firefighter is working to spread that message to other patients as a greeter at an Omaha hospital. Steve Hartman reports.
In her call to 911 on July 27, 2011, Caryn Kelley first tells the operator a shooting at her Orlando home was an accident and then says Phillip Peatross actually put the gun to his head.
Along the National Mall in Washington there’s a sea of American flags representing servicemen and women who have taken their own lives. The numbers are staggering, with 1,892 suicides this year alone. Servicemembers from every branch believe the problem has reached epidemic proportions. CBS News' Craig Boswell reports.
The Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America placed 1,892 flags on the National Mall Thursday -- one flag for each veteran or service member who has committed suicide this year.
Previously unseen images from the scene of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain's suicide 20 years ago were released. Marlie Hall has more on how the new photos affect a decades-old investigation.
Rolling Stones frontman posts touching tribute to his late girlfriend, plus "Games of Thrones" cast members hit the red carpet. Bigad Shaban has today's Eye on Entertainment.
L'Wren Scott, a fashion designer and longtime girlfriend of singer Mick Jagger, was found dead in her New York City apartment of an apparent suicide. A former model, Scott launched her fashion label in 2006. Scott Pelley reports.
This week marks the one year anniversary of the coronavirus pandemic. For many, this date may trigger depression, anxiety and fatigue because of "pandemic guilt," or the feeling that you were not productive over the past year. Dr. Roger McIntyre, professor of pharmacology and psychiatry at the University of Toronto, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Former U.S. Olympics gymnastics coach John Geddert died by suicide on Thursday, hours after being charged with human trafficking and criminal sexual conduct. In an interview with CBS, Sarah Klein, a former gymnast under Geddert, said USA Gymnastics and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee should be held accountable for the abuse he allegedly inflicted. Mola Lenghi reports.
"This is a tragic end to a tragic story for everyone involved," said the Michigan attorney general.
John Geddert, the 2012 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics coach, died by suicide after he was charged with sexual assault and human trafficking.
Lawmakers are pushing for mental health resources to support police officers who came under attack the U.S. Capitol on January 6. John Violanti, professor of environmental health and epidemiology research at the University at Buffalo School of Public Health and Health Professions, joins CBSN to share his insights as a law enforcement veteran and expert on police stress.
The coronavirus pandemic has caused many people to experience mental health issues like depression and anxiety, and even suicidal tendencies. This has been exacerbated by the stressful loneliness of quarantine and isolation. Now, studies are finding these issues are hitting certain groups of people particularly hard. Dr. Roger McIntyre is a professor of psychiatry and pharmacology at the University of Toronto. He joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss how the global community can be more aware of these mental health issues.
A CBS News investigation revealed complaints from users about Robinhood's customer service. Tony Dokoupil reports.
A CBS News investigation revealed complaints from users about Robinhood's customer service, from both before and after Alex Kearns' suicide.
In the wrongful death suit, Alex Kearns' parents accuse the company of targeting unsophisticated traders like their son.
The lawsuit says GabrielTaye was bullied at his elementary school starting in first grade.
Research shows women hit harder by COVID-19 economic impact, likely fueling an 80% rise in suicides. Experts say if it can happen in Japan, it "can happen anywhere."
Morgan Robinson died by suicide after she was allegedly sexually assaulted a second time while serving in the military.
Japan had turned the tide on suicides until the pandemic reality sunk in, now it could prove a worrying harbinger of a mental health crisis festering elsewhere.
Firebrand TV anchor Arnab Goswami is charged in connection with the 2018 deaths of an architect and the architect's mother.
Police were seeking Charles Haeger on suspicion of murder in the fatal shooting of Danielle Breed.
Irina Slavina had written on social media that police and federal guards burst into her flat in an early morning raid.
There's a major effort to find out why there is a rise in suicides among service members.
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.
The Senate is moving forward with Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday, despite President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
President Trump defended the agreement reached by the U.S. and Iran at a press conference to close out the G7 summit in France.
Tropical Storm Arthur, the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, formed Wednesday off the Gulf Coast of Texas.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
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.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
Georgia House leadership say they are holding off on redrawing Georgia's legislative maps during the special legislative session.
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George is holding a lead with 64% of ballots counted.
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.
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.
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.
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
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.
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
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.
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
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.
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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'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. 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.
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.
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
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 sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Rex Heuermann, the man who pleaded guilty in April to the Gilgo Beach murders, is set to be sentenced on Wednesday. Tom Hanson reports on how the case unfolded.
Luigi Mangione's lawyers will argue that he was suffering from an extreme emotional disturbance when he allegedly killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
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.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will reopen within "the next day or two." Semafor climate & energy editor Tim McDonnell explains why global energy trade will never be the same, even when the strait reopens.
President Trump took questions Wednesday on the Iran deal, the situation in the Middle East and several other topics. CBS News' Weijia Jiang, Nancy Cordes and Olivia Rinaldi have more.
Billionaire healthcare executive Rick Jackson defeated Trump-endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in Georgia's Republican gubernatorial runoff election, CBS News projects. Jackson will face Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in November. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has more.
Louisiana, Texas and Mississippi have been hit with near-constant rain over the past few days. Meteorologist Rob Marciano breaks down the forecast.
Lionel Messi's hat trick against Algeria in his sixth World Cup start Tuesday night propelled Argentina to its first win in the global tournament. Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make his sixth World Cup start on Wednesday against the DR Congo team. Michael Lahoud, a CBS Sports analyst, joins with more.