Man charged with terrorism after devices go off in North Carolina
Authorities say they only caused light damage, in Brevard. Another device was found intact in a church there.
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Saudi court rejects rights activist's appeal of terror conviction
Family says the failed appeal by prominent women's rights advocate Loujain al-Hathloul against terrorism charges means Saudi Arabia considers the U.S. a terrorist entity.
Pope Francis visits Iraq
On Sunday, Pope Francis marked the final full day of his historic pilgrimage to Iraq. The Pope spoke at Mosul, once the stronghold of the ISIS caliphate, condemning ISIS terrorism while calling for forgiveness. Chris Livesay reports from Iraq.
Oath Keepers member accused of "crime of terrorism" at Capitol
Prosecutors have now raised "crime of terrorism" allegations against three Capitol rioters, which could lead to longer sentences if they are found guilty.
2 Capitol rioters committed "crimes of terrorism," prosecutors say
Prosecutors argued two accused rioters should be detained, citing alleged crimes that can be considered terrorism.
Biden looking to close Guantanamo Bay
The Biden administration is conducting a formal review of the military prison at Guantanamo Bay in Cuba. The prison was established by former President George W. Bush in 2002 to house foreign terror suspects following 9/11. President Biden intends to close the prison by the end of his first term in 2024, reviving an Obama-era goal that never came to fruition. Carol Rosenberg, a New York Times reporter, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the potential closure.
Defense Department pauses plan to vaccinate Guantanamo detainees
The Pentagon paused a plan to vaccinate Guantanamo Bay detainees after Republican lawmakers criticized the decision.
Amid spate of murders, Afghan journalists "just want to stay alive"
As the Taliban talks peace, Afghan and U.S. officials say it's using the targeted slaughter of Afghanistan's journalists for leverage.
Feds look at ex-military angle in riot
A Washington, D.C., police officer witnessed rioters using military-style hand signals to communicate inside the U.S. Capitol building during the attack on January 6, a law enforcement official told CBS News. The identification of individuals using military, small unit tactics is among the "highest priorities" for a sedition task force being run by the D.C. U.S. attorney's office. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBSN AM" to discuss.
Aid group blasts U.S. terror label as "diplomatic vandalism" in Yemen
Mike Pompeo says designating Houthis, who control most of Yemen's population, a terror group will hold them accountable, but many believe it's civilians who will suffer.
Cubans fear impact of U.S. terror designation, see "hope" in Biden
Trump policy, compounded by the pandemic, have left many Cubans with "no money," and the outgoing administration's parting salvo won't help.
Feds give update on U.S. Capitol attack
More than 70 people so far are facing charges in local and federal court stemming from Wednesday's deadly attack on the U.S. Capitol, with counts including unlawful entry, disorderly conduct, theft, assault and weapons violations. Watch the press conference here with comments from the FBI's Steven M. D'Antuono and Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Michael Sherwin.
Police departments investigating their own officers
According to a Washington Post article, law enforcement agencies across the U.S. are investigating their own personnel after images surfaced of police officers attending the deadly domestic terror attack at the Capitol. Kim Bellware, the author of that article, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss her reporting.
Domestic terrorism cases opened in wake of Capitol attack
Federal law enforcement officials have opened dozens of domestic terrorism investigations following Wednesday's attack on the U.S. Capitol. Ilya Shapiro, director of the Robert A. Levy Center for Constitutional Studies at the Cato Institute, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss how prosecutors will proceed to bring the rioters to justice.
Fears of new attacks after pro-Trump rioters breach Capitol
Law enforcement officials are concerned pro-Trump rioters may be planning more attacks in the city and on federal buildings.
Air traffic controllers receive chilling threat
"We are flying a plane into the Capitol on Wednesday. Solemani will be avenged," the threat said.
U.S.-Iran tensions heightened
One year after the assassination of General Qassem Soleimani, Iran has announced plans to ramp up uranium production. The announcement comes in the wake of U.S. warships and bombers approaching Iranian territory in a "show of force." Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Police were warned Nashville suspect was making bombs
More than a year before the Christmas Day bombing in downtown Nashville, Anthony Warner's girlfriend warned police that he was building bombs in his RV. Jeff Pegues reports.
Nashville police praised for evacuations
Although property damages incurred by the Nashville bombing were extensive, the explosion miraculously caused no fatalities. This was in large part thanks to Nashville police officers quickly evacuating nearby residents before the explosion. Mola Lenghi reports.
Person of interest in Nashville bombing identified
At least one person of interest has been identified in connection to the explosion of a recreational vehicle in downtown Nashville, Tennessee on Christmas morning. Multiple sources confirm that Anthony Quinn Warner, a Nashville area resident, had a similar make and model RV as the one in photos released to the public. Jeff Pegues has more.
Explosion in Nashville leaves 3 wounded
A massive explosion on Christmas morning in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, left at least three people wounded. Authorities described the explosion as "intentional. Jessi Mitchell has more.
FBI leads investigation in Nashville blast
Investigators are now combing the crime scene in Nashville, Tennessee, starting with the identification of the R.V. The explosion scattered debris for several blocks setting cars on fire and shattering buildings. Jeff Pegues reports.
Exiled journalist sentenced to 27 years in prison on terror charges
Can Dündar, 59, was the editor-in-chief of an opposition newspaper that released a 2015 report critical of the Turkish government. He had been living in exile in Germany, but it's unlikely it will extradite him.
Man charged with plotting 9/11-style attack
Federal authorities have charged a Kenyan man with trying to stage a 9/11-style attack on the U.S. on behalf of the terrorist organization al-Shabab. Cholo Abdi Abdullah, 30, faces charges he conspired to hijack an aircraft and slam it into a building. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
Kenyan man charged with plotting 9/11-style attack on U.S.
Cholo Abdi Abdullah was transferred to U.S. custody on charges that he conspired to hijack an aircraft and slam it into a building.
Hurricane Isaias makes landfall on Gulf Coast
Trump announces Russia will release millions of tons of diesel to help with costs
Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.
Pentagon's plan to livestream execution sparks intense backlash
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NYPD body camera footage shows aftermath of ICE agent shooting
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Katie Zacharia is Trump's pick for next White House press secretary
