Courtroom interpreter held by ICE says she worked in U.S. legally for decades
Meenu Batra, a single mother, was detained at a Texas airport in mid-March. She has worked as a courtroom interpreter in the U.S. for more than 20 years.
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Family speaks out as mom remains detained
Shanelle Kaul exclusively spoke with the family of a single mother who has been detained by federal immigration officials for nearly a month. She worked in the country for decades as a courtroom interpreter.
Legal fight over Camp Mystic's future
Families of victims of the Camp Mystic flooding tragedy are fighting a reopening planned for this summer. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Rep. Swalwell, Gonzales to exit Congress
Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales each announced Monday they're leaving Congress amid sexual misconduct allegations. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
Probe into Lululemon over "forever chemicals"
Lululemon faces a new investigation based on claims its yoga pants and other products may contain toxic chemicals. The Texas attorney general says the probe will look at if the clothing giant uses "forever chemicals" in its products. Lululemon says it stopped using those substances years ago.
Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales to step down as he faces expulsion vote
The Texas Republican faces an expulsion vote stemming from his affair with a staffer who later died by suicide.
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.
Bible stories might be made required reading for Texas public school students
A proposal to make Bible stories required reading in Texas public schools is putting the state at the center of another contentious battle over the role of religion in classrooms.
Gucci Mane kidnapped, robbed at gunpoint in Dallas, DOJ says
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Man charged in connection with "Texas Killing Fields" deaths
Prosecutors have charged a man allegedly connected to two deaths tied to the "Texas Killing Fields," a site where dozens of bodies have been found since the 1970s.
For the Love of Cayley Mandadi
After their daughter’s violent death, a mother and stepfather track down the suspect’s car for answers. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Census shows U.S. metro areas where growth slowed the most in 2025
Population estimates released by U.S. Census Bureau show growth rates slowed sharply in metro areas in 2025, as immigration dropped and hurricanes pushed people out of some Gulf Coast counties.
Rising fuel costs hit Texas farmers
The impacts from the Iran war have trickled down to consumers. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen spoke with farmers in Texas who are impacted by rising costs.
Large blast at Valero oil refinery in Texas sends smoke, flames into the air
A large explosion at a Valero oil refinery near the Texas Gulf coast shot plumes of smoke into the air and forced some nearby residents to shelter in place.
Capturing Moriah Wilson’s Killer
A promising young athlete is murdered. Her suspected killer disappears and an international manhunt by U.S. Marshals begins. “48 Hours” contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports. (30-minute show)
TSA lines at Houston airport a 3-floor nightmare amid staffing shortage
Out of the five terminals at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, only two had TSA staffing, and wait times could exceed four hours, the airport told travelers.
Supreme Court rejects appeal from longtime Texas death row inmate Rodney Reed
The justices left in place a ruling against Reed from the federal appeals court in New Orleans for the second time in less than three years.
Nature: Spring in Mason County, Texas
We leave you this first Sunday of spring surrounded by wildflowers and songbirds in Mason County, Texas. Videographer: Scot Miller.
Son and brother of Afghan man who died in ICE custody demand answers
The family of an Afghan immigrant who died one day after being taken into custody by ICE in Texas says it has received no answers as to what caused the man's death.
The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Afghan father, former U.S. military ally, dies in ICE custody in North Texas
An Afghan father who served with U.S. forces died in ICE custody less than a day after being arrested in North Texas.
The Rx Defense
A Texas teenager shoots two of his friends. He says a popular acne medication made him do it. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Energy secretary directs Texas oil company to restore operations off California
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright invoked the Defense Production Act to restore the Sable Offshore Corp.'s Santa Ynez unit and pipeline off Santa Barbara's coastline.
Texas prepares for SXSW 2026
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with the latest details on preparations for SXSW 2026.
Political strategists on Georgia special election
Georgia's Tuesday special election to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is shaping up to be a potential test of grassroots energy and the power of an endorsement from President Trump. Political strategists Matt Bennett and Maura Gillespie join with analysis.
Iowa approves pricy foreign-owned steel plant project in swing district
Jane Doe's attorney says "she was incapable of consent," alleges cover-up
Medical plane missing near Nantucket with 6 on board, authorities say
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