Norah O'Donnell Reports: Sexual Assault in the Military

A year-and-a-half long investigation by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and the CBS News Investigative Unit into sexual assault within the U.S. military uncovered failures by leaders to address the issue. Over the course of the investigation, CBS News spoke with nearly two dozen survivors of sexual assault, whistleblowers who worked for the military's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program and families of suicide victims who say the military grossly mishandled reports of sexual assault.

• Nov 20, 2020
• 27:16

Harry and Meghan launch initiative to address dangers of online harm

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.

• Aug 4, 2024

In the Name of Hate

A brilliant Ivy League student is murdered after he went to a California park with a former high school classmate. Was he killed because he was gay and Jewish? CBS News correspondent Tracy Smith investigates for "48 Hours." CASE UPDATE: On July 3, 2024, Sam Woodward was found guilty of first-degree murder with a hate crime enhancement for the 2018 death of Blaze Bernstein.

• May 29, 2021
• 42:02

UAE charged a victim of alleged domestic violence for attempting suicide

Tori Towey was briefly detained and charged with attempting suicide in the UAE as she faced what a legal advocacy group said was "brutal domestic violence."

• Jul 10, 2024

Survivors' Network, Pleistocene Park, The Rock

Parents of a 2012 Aurora, Colorado shooting victim travel the country to help others impacted by mass shootings; then, Siberia's Pleistocene Park: Bringing back pieces of the Ice Age to combat climate change; and, a German-style program at a Connecticut maximum security prison emphasizes rehab for inmates

• Mar 31, 2019
• 43:38

Pro golfer Grayson Murray, 30, died by suicide, family says

The family of Grayson Murray said their son was loved and he is resting peacefully now.

• May 27, 2024

The Fenn Treasure

Millionaire Forrest Fenn hid a gold-filled chest somewhere in the Rockies and wrote a poem with cryptic clues. Tens of thousands searched for it and five people died trying. A story of obsession. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil reports for "48 Hours." (This episode is from Dec. 24, 2021).

• Dec 25, 2021
• 42:38

6/15: CBS Evening News

President Trump eyes re-election campaign as protesters rally for impeachment; Target, Walmart among 600 companies asking President Trump to end trade war with China.

• Jun 15, 2019
• 15:29

1/16/19: Red and Blue

Vice President Pence declares "ISIS has been defeated" as bombing in Syria kills four Americans; Washington businesses providing meals to workers impacted by shutdown.

• Jan 16, 2019
• 47:51

Sneak peek: The Circleville Letters

An anonymous letter writer threatens to expose a town’s rumored secrets. Is anyone safe? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports Saturday, May 25, 2024, at 9/8c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.

• May 22, 2024
• 3:40

The therapeutic power of music

In this documentary, three individuals share the most intimate and personal parts of their lives, including times when they wanted to harm themselves. Still, there's hope. They shared stories with photojournalist Michael Botsford about how, in their cases, music helped them heal more than medicine. The documentary is hosted by CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson and produced by Aparna Zalani and Nicole Vap.

• May 14, 2024
• 27:32

Woman arrested after friend shot dead in uncompleted suicide pact

Family members said Heavenly Faith Garfield and the victim had been discussing the pact for several weeks, the affidavit says.

• May 2, 2024

Cause of death revealed for doctor found dead in Arkansas lake

The case fueled social media speculation about whether his disappearance had been tied to his cryptocurrency dealings.

• Apr 26, 2024

Cheslie Kryst's book debuts posthumously

Former Miss USA and Extra correspondent Cheslie Kryst shared her excitement about writing her first book, finishing the manuscript shortly before she died by suicide in 2022, at age 30. Her family says she battled severe depression for years. Now, her mother, April Simpkins, is honoring her daughter's wish by publishing her book. It's called "By the Time You Read This: The Space Between Cheslie's Smile and Mental Illness." April Simpkins joins us first on "CBS Mornings." For more information on Cheslie Kryst go to cheslieckrystfoundation.org

• Apr 22, 2024
• 5:42

No charges filed in Nex Benedict's death, Oklahoma district attorney says

Nex Benedict's death prompted rallies and vigils in U.S. cities from New York to Los Angeles.

• Mar 21, 2024

Deadly Iowa school shooting

A school shooting in Perry, Iowa left one student dead and five others injured. The teenage suspect died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities found and disarmed an improvised explosive device at the scene. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports the shooting happened on the first day back from winter break.

• Jan 5, 2024
• 2:27

New fund to help war on terror vets

As Americans remember the nearly 3,000 people killed on 9/11, a new fund will help veterans of the global war on terror gain access to specialized services to address traumatic brain injury, stress disorders and substance abuse, among other challenges. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports from the Pentagon.

• Sep 11, 2023
• 3:53

Family of teen who died by suicide warns of dangers of financial sextortion

From October 2021 through March 2023, the FBI tracked roughly 12,600 sextortion victims — all of them minors.

• Jan 17, 2024

Family warns of dangers of financial sextortion

The FBI has been tracking thousands of sextortion cases targeting minors in recent years, an issue which continues to worsen. The impact has been devastating for many families, including one who lost a 17-year-old to suicide. Nicole Sganga has details.

• Jan 17, 2024
• 2:03

Former chef charged with 14 counts of murder for selling suicide kits

Kenneth Law already faces charges for allegedly "counseling or aiding" suicides across Ontario province, according to documents.

• Dec 12, 2023

Eliminating the stigma surrounding suicide

On average, a staggering 132 Americans kill themselves every single day. Experts say addressing this major public health crisis requires ending the shame that can be attached to talking about mental health struggles, which prevents those suffering from finding help.

• Dec 3, 2023

Eliminating the stigma surrounding suicide

On average, a staggering 132 Americans kill themselves every single day, with every demographic at risk of suicidal ideation. Correspondent Susan Spencer talks with experts about this major public health crisis and the need to eliminate the shame that can be attached to mental health struggles, which prevents those suffering from finding the help that could save their lives. Spencer also talks with a professor who undertook about 10 suicide attempts, from as young as age six, but who - after defying the stigma by writing about it - today believes he will never do so again. [If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. You can also chat with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988lifeline.org/chat/]

• Dec 3, 2023
• 7:30

Gun suicides reached "unprecedented" high in 2022, CDC data shows

The annual U.S. firearm suicide rate in 2022 increased to the highest documented level since at least 1968, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

• Nov 30, 2023

Suicide deaths hit record high, but declined for youth, CDC finds

While the number of suicide deaths reached a record high last year, the provisional data​ from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed a hopeful decrease in younger age groups.

• Nov 29, 2023

Is Congress failing to protect kids online?

A large majority of Americans support laws to make the internet safer for children, but Congress has not acted. Columbia Law School professor Tim Wu joins CBS News to discuss the legislative failures -- and share some possible solutions.

• Nov 8, 2023
• 6:12

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