Investigators probing Dallas shooting
Investigators want to know why a masked gunman fired a burst of shots at the federal courthouse in Dallas. Federal officers shot and killed the 22-year-old Army veteran on Monday. Jericka Duncan reports
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Police investigate Dallas courthouse gunman
Officials are investigating why a masked gunman opened fire at a federal courthouse in Dallas on Monday morning. Federal officers shot and killed the shooter after he approached the entrance of the building. "CBS This Morning" national correspondent Jericka Duncan joined CBSN from Dallas with the latest.
"Inhumane" conditions at Texas border center
Doctors and attorneys say hundreds of young people are living under inhumane conditions at a Texas border control station. They say they found about 250 babies, children and teenagers without adequate food, water and sanitation. Some of the children said they've been detained there for weeks. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Couple touched by note about Pride flag
A couple in Round Rock, Texas, displays rainbow flags for LGBTQ pride at their home – but they weren't expecting the letter they received about it from a neighbor who says it changed their life. Christian Flores reports for CBS affiliate KEYE-TV.
Four bodies found near Mexico border
Vice President Mike Pence is blaming Congress for what's described as unsafe and unsanitary conditions at some Border Patrol detention facilities. We're also learning Border Patrol agents found four bodies Sunday near the Rio Grande in south Texas. They're identified as a 20-year-old woman, two infants and a toddler. The FBI is investigating.
Child migrants found living in squalor
The U.S. government has removed roughly 300 child migrants from a Clint, Texas, border protection facility. It comes after a visit from lawyers revealed they were living in squalid conditions. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest from the U.S.-Mexico border.
Hundreds of migrant kids relocated
The Trump administration is moving hundreds of migrant children from a Texas border patrol facility where they were held in conditions described as squalid and unsanitary. Omar Villafranca reports.
Migrant kids moved from unsanitary facility
Hundreds of migrant children are being moved from a Border Patrol facility in Texas where the conditions have been described as unsanitary. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBSN from Mission, Texas, with more on where the kids are going.
Acting ICE head tapped to run CBP
Mark Morgan, the acting director of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, will take over the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency. The move comes after the acting head of CBP, John Sanders, resigned amid criticism over conditions at a Texas border facility where migrant children were being held. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues speaks to Morgan about conditions at ICE facilities.
Tragic photo underscores plight of migrants
A tragic image from the southern border reveals the grim reality facing many Central American migrants who make the dangerous journey. It shows a young father and his daughter who died trying to cross the Rio Grande in south Texas. They were found in shallow water a few hundred yards from where they tried to cross. Omar Villafranca reports.
Border officials downplay conditions at migrant facilities
A heart-wrenching photo of a father and his young daughter who drowned in the Rio Grande is showing how dangerous the journey across the southern border can be. It went viral as the conditions at migrant facilities continues to garner public attention. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest from the border.
Castro and O'Rourke spar over immigration policy
The two Texans on the debate stage, former Obama Housing Secretary Julián Castro and former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke, had a heated debate about part of the immigration law. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns breaks down the significance of the debate.
Inside border facility called "inhumane"
Customs and Border Patrol says about 1,900 unaccompanied minors in its care are awaiting longer term placement. Another facility that we've been covering in Clint, Texas, now faces a new lawsuit alleging unsanitary conditions. Omar Villafranca reports.
Small plane crash burns Texas airport hanger
Federal accident investigators are responding to a plane crash at an airport in Addison, Texas, north of Dallas. The twin-engine beechcraft collided with a hangar at takeoff early Sunday, setting it ablaze. Officials believe there were several people on board the plane, which was destroyed.
Deadly Texas plane crash still a mystery
The cause of a plane crash that killed ten people near Dallas is still a mystery, one day after the accident. The private aircraft, which was supposed to go to Florida, crashed into a hangar and burst into flames shortly after takeoff yesterday. Two crew members and eight passengers were killed. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Lawmakers call border facilities "horrifying"
Democrats Joaquin Castro and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez were among about a dozen members of Congress who toured southern border facilities Monday. They described deplorable conditions inside the two facilities. Customs and Border Protection is also under fire over a secret Facebook group that includes thousands of current and former agents. Some users mocked migrant deaths and posted sexist and racist jokes about lawmakers, including Ocasio-Cortez. Jeff Pegues reports
Texas plane crash: NTSB finds cockpit recorder
There is new information about the final moments before a plane crashed near Dallas killing everyone on board. The names of seven of the 10 victims have been revealed. The small plane dove into a hangar shortly after takeoff on Sunday. Kris Van Cleave reports.
CBP investigates secret Facebook group
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has launched an investigation into a Facebook group where agents posted sexist memes and joked about migrant deaths. The posts are raising questions about migrant care. CBS News' Jeff Pegues joined CBSN with the latest.
CBP faces renewed outrage
Some lawmakers are raising new concerns after they say they witnessed deplorable conditions at border patrol facilities in El Paso and Clint, Texas on Monday. The renewed outrage comes as Customs and Border Protection launches an investigation into a secret Facebook group including thousands of current and former agents. CBS News chief Justice and Homeland Security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined CBSN with more on how the agency is responding.
"Dangerous overcrowding" at border facilities
The Department of Homeland Security's Inspector General found squalid conditions in several detention centers for migrant families and children in Texas, including "serious" overcrowding, according to a new report released Tuesday. Democrats in Congress are calling for change. CBS News reporter Graham Kates joins CBSN with more.
New report on conditions at migrant shelters
A disturbing new report revealed just how grim conditions are inside border detention facilities in South Texas. Democratic lawmakers are demanding to hear from top immigration officials about the mistreatment of migrants. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal joins CBSN from outside one of the facilities in the report with more.
Driver killed after truck falls off bridge
The driver of a semi-truck died after the truck crashed through a barrier and plunged 150 feet off a bridge in Houston. Police said he initially survived, but later died.
CBP agent on detention facility conditions
Customs and Border Patrol agents are pushing back against criticism after a government watchdog report showed how detention facilities along the southern border are in turmoil. President Trump tweeted Wednesday, "if illegal immigrants are unhappy with the conditions, just tell them not to come." Mireya Villarreal spoke exclusively with one border agent.
Police searching for woman who licked ice cream in viral video
Police in Texas are searching for a young woman who appeared to lick a tub of ice cream before putting it back into a grocery store freezer. KHOU’s Lauren Talarico reports.
Pence faces nearly 400 detained men in Texas
Vice President Mike Pence spent hours touring border patrol facilities on Friday, including the Donna tent city outside McAllen, Texas. In the second holding facility, the vice president was faced with nearly 400 men crammed behind caged fences with not enough room for them all to lie down. The men told reporters they'd been held there for nearly 40 days, and that they were hungry. Mireya Villareal reports
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
No suspect identified in disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Man who tried to shoot Trump at Florida golf course gets life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Minnesota corrections officials dispute accusations from feds
Immigration authorities say they're targeting the "worst of the worst," but they haven't asked to take custody of over 100 non-citizens in Minnesota's prison system.
Suspect in National Guard shooting in D.C. pleads not guilty
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of shooting two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House in November.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
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Anti-fraud task force targeting Calif., more states to be led by Vance: sources
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order putting JD Vance and Andrew Ferguson in charge of the group.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Treaty limiting U.S., Russian nuclear weapons expiring as leaders mull what's next
The last remaining nuclear treaty between the U.S. and Russia is set to expire Thursday, ending decades of arms control between the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals.
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EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
Washington Post begins sweeping layoffs as it scales back news coverage
Former WaPo executive editor Martin Baron told CBS News the paper's coverage will be "dramatically diminished" because of the job cuts.
China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Treaty limiting U.S., Russian nuclear weapons expiring as leaders mull what's next
The last remaining nuclear treaty between the U.S. and Russia is set to expire Thursday, ending decades of arms control between the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
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Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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Comedian gets 6 years in Russian prison over joke about war veteran
"I hope no one ever finds themselves in the same situation of brutal legal abuse that I did," Artemy Ostaninsaid in his final statement in court.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
Cold and doubt in Ukraine as 2nd round of talks with Russia kick off
U.S., Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are back around a table for a second round of technical talks, but in Kyiv, Russian bombs bring suffering and skepticism.
Ex-Prince Andrew moves out of royal home amid new Epstein revelations
King Charles' disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves from his royal mansion to a private estate after appearing in newly released Epstein files.
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Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Miranda Lambert sells entire music catalog
Country star Miranda Lambert's entire catalog now belongs to Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Domain Capital Group. Jem Aswad, executive editor for music at Variety, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
More companies are pointing to AI as they lay off employees
Although economists have generally downplayed the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs, some employers are highlighting their adoption of AI.
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.
Tech executive breaks down AI agents
Scott Hanselman, vice president of developer community at Microsoft, joins CBS News to explain the difference between an LLM like ChatGPT and an AI agent. He also explains how AI agents could become assertive if given too much access.
AI agents are using a social media platform
Moltbook, a social media platform for AI agents to interact, is growing. The Verge senior AI reporter Hayden Field joins CBS News with more details.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
National Guard shooting suspect in court
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., last November, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Ryan Routh sentenced to life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump in 2024 during his campaign for a second term, has been sentenced to life in prison. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
Man who tried to shoot Trump at Florida golf course gets life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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U.S. talks with Iran still planned for Friday
U.S. forces shot down an Iranian drone Tuesday after the military said it "aggressively" approached a U.S. aircraft carrier operating in the region. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Homan: 700 federal agents leaving Minnesota
Border czar Tom Homan said Wednesday that 700 federal law enforcement personnel will leave Minnesota immediately. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has more.
Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
SCOTUS lets California use new congressional maps
The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that California can use its new congressional map in the upcoming midterm elections. The new maps could net Democrats five seats in the midterms.
Fulton County seeks return of seized ballots
Officials in Fulton County, Georgia, have filed a motion demanding the return of all the 2020 election documents seized in an FBI raid last week. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.