Actor Sam Sarpong takes his own life
The actor, who was 40, died Monday afternoon in Pasadena, where he lived
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Reid, recalling dad's suicide, says we can't forget Newtown
Senate Majority Leader, on the push to strengthen gun laws after the Sandy Hook massacre, said, "The fight is not over, it's just beginning"
Rick Warren returns to pulpit after son's suicide: "I was in shock"
Pastor Rick Warren delivered his first sermon since his son took his own life nearly four months ago
Son kills elderly mother at assisted living center in N.J., police say
Police say the son shot his mother who is believed to be in her 80s, before turning the gun on himself
Ariel Castro's former neighbors react to his death
Ariel Castro, the man who held three women captive in his house for over a decade, committed suicide in prison by hanging himself with a bed sheet
Florida girl commits suicide after severe bullying
After months of severe cyber-bullying, 12-year-old Rebecca Sedwick committed suicide
Florida teens arrested in bullying bust after girl commits suicide
Anna Werner reports on two girls in Florida are facing felony charges for bullying a classmate to the point she killed herself
Police arrest step-mother of teen accused of bullying
An online video led police to arrest of the step-mother of girl accused of bullying 12-year-old who committed suicide
Beirut bombing linked to Syrian civil war
Multiple blasts outside Iran's embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, killed at least 23, raising fears of escalating violence in region
Lebanon braced for retaliation after Iran embassy bombing
An extremist group with ties to al Qaeda has already claimed responsibility for the attack, calling it revenge for Iran's support of Hezbollah
Cops fatally shot Mich. man who they say pointed gun
Police say gunfire occurred after officers responded to a report of a possible suicidal man at an apartment building near Grand Rapids
Raw Video: CCTV of suicide attack at Russian train station
Closed circuit television (CCTV) images showed a massive orange fireball filling the hall and smoke billowing out through shattered windows
So. Calif. police investigate apparent murder-suicide
The bodies of a man, woman and a 1-year-old baby were found Wednesday in an apartment near Los Angeles
Robin Williams dead from apparent suicide
Actor, comedian Robin Williams was found dead in his home at Tiburon, Calif.
Transgender woman posted suicide note on Facebook before death
Police say 26-year-old from Utah took to social media before intentionally walking into traffic
Police believe N.H. man killed roommate, hid body
Manchester woman had been missing for three weeks, family called police to her apartment
Help for suicidal teens is a text message away
Text message-based helpline gives teens a way to send an SOS via SMS
Talking to the Taliban: Face to face with the enemy
Lara Logan talks to a Taliban commander in Afghanistan
Trio of suicides leaves Alaska village in grief
Native village is reeling from the back-to-back suicides of three young adults -- with each subsequent death influenced by the preceding one
Fla. school settles bizarre lawsuit over hypnotized students, suicides
Settlement reached in case of principal who repeatedly hypnotized students and staff -- possibly contributing to 3 suicides
Weight-loss surgery may raise suicide risk for some
Researchers have a number of theories about why the risk may rise after dramatic weight loss
Jim Carrey's girlfriend Cathriona White was married
White, who was married at the time of her death, was found dead of an apparent suicide in her home on Sept. 28
Tips for parents: Be your child's advocate
Tips for parents: Be your child's advocate
Tips for parents: What to do if your child is bullied
What can you do if your child is the target of a bully? Some advice from Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D, co-director of the Cyberbullying Research Center and author of "Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard."
Tips for parents: Is your child a bully?
If you find out that your child is bullying others, you need to take some steps to stop that behavior. Hear more from Justin W. Patchin, Ph.D, an author, associate professor of criminal justice at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and co-director of the Cyberbullying Research Center.
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Trump says U.S. to blockade ships in Strait of Hormuz after failed peace talks
Vice President JD Vance told reporters that "we have not reached an agreement" following face-to-face talks with Iranian leaders and Pakistani negotiators.
CBS News poll finds few see U.S. goals being met in Iran yet
Gas prices put pressure on pocketbooks — and President Trump's ratings — as Iran war continues.
Hungarians vote in key election that could unseat MAGA darling Orbán
It is a key moment for populist Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who has traveled a long road from his early days as a liberal, anti-Soviet firebrand to a Russian-friendly nationalist admired today by the global far-right.
Trump says U.S. will blockade Strait of Hormuz, intercept ships that paid Iran
President Trump said the U.S. Navy will begin blockading ships from entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz and intercept vessels that have paid tolls to Iran.
Pope Leo issues latest rebuke of Iran conflict: "Enough with war!"
Pope Leo XIV offered his strongest condemnation yet of the war in Iran on Saturday, appearing to take multiple veiled shots at President Trump.
First glimpse of 2028 Democratic field at National Action Network Convention
A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls attended Al Sharpton's National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast.
Dems call on Swalwell to drop out of gov race amid sexual assault allegations
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
Ukraine, Russia accuse each other of violating Putin's Easter ceasefire
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday declared a 32-hour ceasefire over the Orthodox Easter weekend.
Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back.
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Warner says he'll "take a look" at Trump funding request for Iran war
Democratic Sen. Mark Warner said "I'll take a look at anything" when asked whether he would oppose additional funding for the war with Iran.
Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back.
Fighting for health care claim approvals
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
Trump says U.S. will blockade Strait of Hormuz, intercept ships that paid Iran
President Trump said the U.S. Navy will begin blockading ships from entering or exiting the Strait of Hormuz and intercept vessels that have paid tolls to Iran.
Chasing the American Dream
A growing number of young people see themselves as "forever renters" because they can't afford to buy a home, due to short supply, higher mortgage rates, and incomes that haven't kept up with rising home prices.
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Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back.
Fighting for health care claim approvals
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
Chinese electric vehicles pull into the lead
China's long-term investments in innovation are paying off in electric vehicles. Last year, the Chinese car company BYD overtook Tesla as the world's top seller of EVs, despite the U.S. market being virtually closed to them.
Chasing the American Dream
A growing number of young people see themselves as "forever renters" because they can't afford to buy a home, due to short supply, higher mortgage rates, and incomes that haven't kept up with rising home prices.
Tesla wins Dutch approval to use self-driving features, a first for Europe
The Netherlands' decision now goes to the European Commission for full authorization.
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Warner says he'll "take a look" at Trump funding request for Iran war
Democratic Sen. Mark Warner said "I'll take a look at anything" when asked whether he would oppose additional funding for the war with Iran.
Transcript: Israeli Ambassador Michael Leiter on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Leiter that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 12, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Mike Turner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with GOP Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 12, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 12, 2026.
Full transcript: IMF's Kristalina Georgieva on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of IMF, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 12, 2026.
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Fighting for health care claim approvals
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
A teen athlete's headache wouldn't stop. It took a year to find a cure.
Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.
Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
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Transcript: Israeli Ambassador Michael Leiter on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Leiter that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 12, 2026.
At least 30 killed in stampede at popular historic fortress in Haiti
The incident took place at the Citadelle Henri, also known as Citadelle Laferriere, a 19th-century fortress and tourist spot in the northern town of Milot.
Transcript: Rep. Mike Turner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with GOP Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 12, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Warner of Virginia that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 12, 2026.
Full transcript: IMF's Kristalina Georgieva on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of IMF, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 12, 2026.
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4/12: Sunday Morning - The Money Issue
Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Money Issue." Featured: Obstacles to home ownership; fighting health insurance denials; Chinese EVs; opposition to AI data centers; American Girl dolls; skin care mogul Scarlett Johansson; roller coasters; the popularity of bingo!; and is your phone eavesdropping on you?
American Girl: Celebrating girl power
Founded in 1986, American Girl has created dolls, books and accessories that tell the stories of young girls in every American era. On the toy's 40th anniversary, correspondent Faith Salie explores how making history come alive is also creating timeless bonds between generations that celebrate girlhood.
Scarlett Johansson on becoming a skin care mogul
The actress has played many roles in her career – and now, the Tony-winner and two-time Oscar-nominee has taken on another: launching her new line of products, called The Outset, designed for people with sensitive skin (like hers).
Extended interview: Scarlett Johansson
In this web exclusive, actress Scarlett Johansson talks about how dealing with her sensitive skin for years led to her founding a new line of skin care products, The Outset. She also discusses her life-changing roles, and the impact of artificial intelligence.
Scarlett Johansson on becoming a skin care mogul
Actress Scarlett Johansson has played many roles in her career – and now, the Tony-winner and two-time Oscar-nominee has taken on another: launching her new line of products, called The Outset, designed for people with sensitive skin (like hers). She talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her skin struggles, and how husband Colin Jost has been a "guinea pig" for her products.
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Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back.
Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications of such facilities in their backyards, are fighting back. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa examines the drive to construct AI data centers, and the debate between opponents and AI advocates.
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.
Is your phone listening to you?
When ads pop up on your phone for products after you've happened to mention them, is it an indication that advertisers are eavesdropping on you? David Pogue checks out why highly-targeted advertising sometimes gets weirdly specific.
Is your phone listening to you?
When ads pop up on your phone for products after you've happened to mention them, is it an indication that advertisers are eavesdropping on you? Correspondent David Pogue checks out the facts about highly-targeted advertising, and why it sometimes gets weirdly specific.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Remains of missing woman discovered in hidden grave decades later
Kimberly Langwell, a mom in Beaumont, Texas, had dinner plans with her teenage daughter and boyfriend on July 9, 1999 – but she never came home from work. It would take more than 20 years before one man's long-kept secret would expose her killer.
Authorities seize 5 tons of cocaine from banana, wine shipments
The drugs were seized at London Gateway, a deep-sea container port about 30 miles from London.
Latest on woman missing in the Bahamas
Lynette Hooker was reported missing in the Bahamas one week ago by her husband, Brian, who said she fell off their boat. Hooker was arrested on Thursday in connection to his wife's disappearance. "CBS Saturday Morning" speaks with people who knew the couple to learn more.
Malnourished boy found locked in utility van since 2024, police say
A 9-year-old boy was rescued this week after living locked in his father's utility van in eastern France since 2024, according to the local prosecutor.
DHS investigates killing of gas station clerk
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has been drawn into the case of a woman who was killed in a hammer attack last week at a gas station in Fort Myers, Florida, after a Haitian immigrant was taken into custody on homicide charges in connection with the attack. Nicole Valdes has the latest.
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Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
Artemis II crew splashes down to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts returned to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
How an 8-year-old designed a zero-gravity indicator for Artemis II
The development of the mission mascot and viral sensation Rise began over a year before Artemis II blasted off.
As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew stakes their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
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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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Face the Nation: Salvanto, Turner, Georgieva
Missed the second half of the show? Rep. Mike Turner and IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva join. Plus, Anthony Salvanto breaks down the latest CBS News poll.
4/12: Sunday Morning - The Money Issue
Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Money Issue." Featured: Obstacles to home ownership; fighting health insurance denials; Chinese EVs; opposition to AI data centers; American Girl dolls; skin care mogul Scarlett Johansson; roller coasters; the popularity of bingo!; and is your phone eavesdropping on you?
Artemis II astronauts reflect on mission
Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen reflected on their historic moon mission after a successful splashdown on Friday in the Pacific.
IMF chief on Iran, energy and tariffs
Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, discusses the impacts of the Iran war on the global economy and other hot-button issues.
Rep. Mike Turner defends Trump on Iran
GOP Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio defended the president's handling of the Iran war, saying he is focused on preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.