Sandra Bullock's stalker found dead after SWAT standoff
A man who was convicted of stalking Sandra Bullock in 2014 was found dead in an apparent suicide at his home
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13 semi trucks line highway to save suicidal man
A Detroit man threatened to throw himself off an overpass, then police and 13 truckers came to his rescue
Michael Phelps reveals he considered suicide after Olympics
"There was one point, I didn't want to be alive," the legendary swimmer tells CBS News
School district eyes bullying policy after 12-year-old kills himself
Andy Leach's family says he was relentlessly bullied
Incest case against couple in murder-suicide
A father and daughter accused of incest, their infant son and the woman's adoptive father are dead after an apparent murder-suicide Thursday that spanned North Carolina, Connecticut and New York. In this 2017 file video, WTVR reporter Melissa Hipolit explained how the relationship began in Virginia between 20-year-old Katie Pladl and her biological father, Steven Pladl.
UPenn accused of ignoring student’s cries for help before her suicide
Two years ago, Olivia Kong climbed down to subway tracks in Philadelphia and was hit by an oncoming train
Twins battling OCD found dead in possible suicide pact
Sara and Amanda Eldritch, who were featured on an episode of "The Doctors," had received a pioneering surgery to treat their debilitating OCD
Authorities looking at "red flags" in family's past to explain cliff crash
Authorities said they believe there is intent because of air bag evidence and because there was no tire friction by the cliff's edge, CBS affiliate KOIN-TV reports
Dwayne Johnson on depression: "I was crying constantly"
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has revealed that in spite of his outgoing public persona, he has struggled with depression in the past
Maryland shooter killed himself
Maryland law enforcement officials confirmed Monday that 17-year-old Austin Rollins killed himself with a gunshot to the head. Officials also released a timeline of the shooting, which left one female student dead, showing how a school resource officer fired on Rollins as he committed suicide.
Cop disciplined after teen kills self in police cruiser
Officer Devin Ray has been docked three days' pay for violating the department's transportation and prisoner control procedure
A brush with madness
Vincent Van Gogh is just one of scores of artists, writers and musicians who are known or believed to have suffered from mental illness. Is there a relationship between mania and creativity?
The Craigslist Killer: The Final Chapter
The man suspected as the "Craigslist Killer" takes another life: his own. "48 Hours Mystery" exposes new details in the death of Philip Markoff.
Actor under sexual abuse probe found dead
Police were investigating multiple claims that Jo Min-ki sexually abused his students when he was a professor at Cheongju University
What impact do state laws have on gun deaths?
New research suggests when a state has strong firearms laws, both that state and its neighbors could see protective benefits
Police identify man who killed himself near White House
Cameron Ross Burgess, 26, identified as the man who fatally shot himself Saturday in front of the White House, authorities confirm
Cops: Teen who shot self at school planned massacre
Police say the Ohio 13-year-old brought a semi-automatic rifle and 80 rounds of ammunition to school on Feb. 20
Chris Cornell's widow, Vicky, opens up on his addiction
Vicky Cornell, the widow of late rocker Chris Cornell, says he "loved his life" and was "the furthest thing from a rock star junkie"
Widow of Ky. lawmaker who killed himself loses bid to replace him
Dan Johnson shot himself though staunchly denying sex assault allegations; Rebecca Johnson was defeated in huge swing of district from Repubs to Dems
Courtney Love wishes Kurt Cobain happy birthday
Courtney Love penned a birthday note to her late husband, Kurt Cobain
Cops: Man found dead after killing ex; her new boyfriend, son jumped off balcony
Man wanted in connection with last week's fatal shooting of Kacey McKinney of Redlands has been found dead in an apparent suicide
Did Robin Williams' suicide spur "copycat" deaths?
A new study looks at whether the actor's grim death could have spawned a rash of copycat suicides
Families raise concern about Tamiflu side effects
The Tamiflu label says pediatric patients may be at an increased risk of confusion or abnormal behavior
Fidel Castro's son dead in appparent suicide
He killed himself Thursday after months of treatment for depression, according to Cuban state-run media
YouTube star Logan Paul hopes for "second chance"
YouTube star Logan Paul says he's going to grow from his mistakes, and he also has a message for parents of his young fans
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Iran insists it's ready for a new U.S. attack as Trump arrives in China
Iran's military says it's trained and ready for any new U.S. assault as Trump predicts a "long talk" about the war with China's President Xi in Beijing.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Trump arrives in Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping
President Trump said before he left that he and President Xi Jinping "have a lot of things to discuss."
Justice Department investigating oil market trading, sources say
The Justice Department is probing suspicious trading timed to market swings, two sources say.
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Trump promised to hold 30,000 migrants at Guantanamo. It's mostly empty.
A CBS News review of internal government documents and information provided to Congress shows immigration detention facilities at Guantanamo Bay are nearly empty.
Trump administration pauses Medicare enrollments for hospice providers
The Trump administration announced Wednesday that it would be put a six-month moratorium on new Medicare enrollments by hospice and home health agencies to target fraud.
Convicted Utah author's son reveals new details about night his dad died
Prosecutors said Kouri Richins laced her husband's cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022.
Overdose deaths fall for 3rd straight year, CDC data shows
This marks the longest decline in overdose deaths in decades, according to preliminary government data.
How diet and nutrition may help boost your brain health
Alzheimer's Association CEO and president Joanne Pike shares some recommendations on which foods to eat, and which foods to limit, for better brain health. (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association.)
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Overdose deaths fall for 3rd straight year, CDC data shows
This marks the longest decline in overdose deaths in decades, according to preliminary government data.
Justice Department investigating oil market trading, sources say
The Justice Department is probing suspicious trading timed to market swings, two sources say.
Top U.S. CEOs worth nearly $1 trillion accompany Trump to China
The delegation of business leaders underscores the deep ties many major U.S. companies maintain with China despite years of trade tensions.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
U.S. students' "reading recession" continuing but some places bucking the trend
Researchers say the U.S. is experiencing a "reading recession" that predates the pandemic. But some places are bucking the trend, chalking up higher test scores.
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Top U.S. CEOs worth nearly $1 trillion accompany Trump to China
The delegation of business leaders underscores the deep ties many major U.S. companies maintain with China despite years of trade tensions.
Will Trump seek investment to join China in a "dark factory" future?
A Chinese manufacturing giant tells CBS News how its sprawling factory runs with a fraction of the human workforce previously required.
Businesses starting to receive their IEEPA tariff refunds
"I'd been checking the status feverishly to see if anything was in my bank account," one small business owner said.
Searing U.S. energy prices are driving the hottest inflation in years
CPI gas price index has surged 28% from a year ago, while overall energy costs are up nearly 18%, new inflation data shows.
Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could reach nearly 4% in 2027
A larger COLA would boost monthly checks for retirees, but also strain Social Security's already depleted trust funds.
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Justice Department investigating oil market trading, sources say
The Justice Department is probing suspicious trading timed to market swings, two sources say.
Trump administration pauses Medicare enrollments for hospice providers
The Trump administration announced Wednesday that it would be put a six-month moratorium on new Medicare enrollments by hospice and home health agencies to target fraud.
Developer scraps Trump Tower Australia plans, citing Iran war
The Trump Organization says its former Australian construction partner is just distracting from "his own defaults and failures" as he bails on plans for a Trump Tower.
Trump arrives in Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping
President Trump said before he left that he and President Xi Jinping "have a lot of things to discuss."
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Trump promised to hold 30,000 migrants at Guantanamo. It's mostly empty.
A CBS News review of internal government documents and information provided to Congress shows immigration detention facilities at Guantanamo Bay are nearly empty.
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Overdose deaths fall for 3rd straight year, CDC data shows
This marks the longest decline in overdose deaths in decades, according to preliminary government data.
How diet and nutrition may help boost your brain health
Alzheimer's Association CEO and president Joanne Pike shares some recommendations on which foods to eat, and which foods to limit, for better brain health. (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association.)
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How can movement boost your brain health?
A recent survey by the Alzheimer's Association found most adults think maintaining brain health is very important, but they don't know what steps to take. (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association.)
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How exercise can improve brain health
Daily physical activity is one of the important steps to building healthy habits to lower the risk of dementia. As part of a three-part series, "Brain Health: From Awareness to Action," Alzheimer's Association President and CEO Joanne Pike joins "CBS Mornings" with tips on incorporating exercise into your routine as part of their "(re)think your brain" initiative. Learn more about their "6-Step Challenge" at rethinkyourbrain.org (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association)
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Parents sue OpenAI over teen's death after he used ChatGPT to get drug info
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
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Bear kills worker at uranium mining company's facility in Canada
A black bear killed a man working for a Canadian uranium exploration and acquisition company in Saskatchewan.
Princess Kate visits Italy on first overseas trip after cancer treatment
Catherine, the Princess of Wales, is in Italy for her first foreign trip after undergoing cancer treatment.
Developer scraps Trump Tower Australia plans, citing Iran war
The Trump Organization says its former Australian construction partner is just distracting from "his own defaults and failures" as he bails on plans for a Trump Tower.
Menacing "monster wolf" robots in high demand to scare off bears
"Monster Wolf" is an animatronic scarecrow with flashing red eyes that howls and growls menacingly to scare away wild animals.
Shots fired in Philippines Senate, where a wanted senator is holed up
Sen. Ronald dela Rosa of the Philippines is wanted by the International Criminal Court for his alleged role in the killings of at least 32 people.
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Geena Davis talks new series "The Boroughs"
Actor Geena Davis talks about starring in the new series "The Boroughs," if there are parallels between herself and the character she plays, and why she's drawn to supernatural projects. She also addresses representation in the entertainment industry.
"Top Gun" celebrates 40 years
The action movie "Top Gun," starring Tom Cruise, was released 40 years ago. To celebrate its anniversary, the film and its sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," are returning to AMC theaters nationwide for one week. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Stars of "Dutton Ranch" on reprising roles
Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, the stars and executive producers of "Dutton Ranch," sit down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about reprising their "Yellowstone" roles for the series spinoff. The series premieres May 15 on Paramount+.
Dua Lipa alleges Samsung uses copyrighted image of her to sell TVs
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
Annette Bening talks "Dutton Ranch"
Annette Bening talks about starring in the "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch," why she wanted to play her character and learning to ride a horse for the role.
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The good behind the rise of AI
Josh Tyrangiel, a producer, journalist and author, breaks down the potentially positive uses of artificial intelligence amid concerns. Tyrangiel explains how AI can help solve meaningful problems and breaks down its use in schools.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testifies at trial
In federal court on Tuesday, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified about his leadership and pushed back against claims made by co-founder Elon Musk. Musk, who has since launched his own AI company, is suing Altman and OpenAI, claiming it flipped its original structure as a neutral nonprofit in favor of a for-profit business.
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.
White House invites business titans on China trip
The White House invited 16 top U.S. executives to join President Trump on his trip to China. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Takeout" to discuss what the move could signal to Beijing.
Latest details on Musk-OpenAI court battle
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took the stand on Tuesday to defend himself against a lawsuit brought by his former business partner, Elon Musk. Paresh Dave, senior writer for Wired, joins to unpack the case so far.
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Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
Trump: UFO files released for transparency
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said it's time for the American people see it for themselves, as the Pentagon started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs and UAPs. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
"The Age of Disclosure" director on UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released and declassified numerous files on UFOs, including eyewitness testimony, photos and reports. Government knowledge of non-human intelligent life was the subject of the documentary "The Age of Disclosure," released in February. Its director and producer, Dan Farah, joins CBS News to discuss.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Judge shot dead while heading to gym without her bodyguards
Lady Pachar was shot that day while traveling by car to a gym in the southwestern city of Machala.
Convicted Utah author's son reveals new details about night his dad died
Prosecutors said Kouri Richins laced her husband's cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022.
New details about Boston-area highway gunman
The suspect who allegedly fired into a major road near Boston had prior criminal convictions. Jericka Duncan reports on new details about the shooting and the suspect.
Charges after Baltimore's Key Bridge collapse
The Justice Department announced criminal charges against the ship operator in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse that killed six people in 2024. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Skin cancer cases rising in U.S., report says
New data on skin cancer in the U.S. makes a stronger case for monitoring and preventative measures. Joseph Sardano, the CEO of Sensus Healthcare, joins CBS News with more details.
Trump in China for high-stakes summit with Xi
President Trump is meeting in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a highly-anticipated summit. The two world leaders are expected to discuss Iran, Taiwan, trade and more. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Philippines senate building shooting
Gunshots were reported from inside the Philippines' senate building after a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court resisted arrest, officials said. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more.
Trump arrives in China as Iran war looms
President Trump touched down in Beijing on Wednesday ahead of his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. CBS News' Courtney Kealy and Ramy Inocencio have the latest.
Elon Musk, Tim Cook joining Trump in China
Tesla's Elon Musk and Apple's Tim Cook are attending the Trump-Xi summit in China, as talks on critical minerals and economic partnerships are expected. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more details.