Second escaped Mississippi inmate taken into custody in Texas
Two of the four escaped inmates are still on the loose. One died Wednesday night after setting fire to a home he was barricaded in.
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Extreme weather sweeps across U.S.
Texas was dealing with storms on Wednesday as hail, thunderstorms, strong winds and a possible tornado battered the state. Several other states, including Alabama, Florida and California, were also experiencing severe weather. Omar Villafranca reports.
Investors' role in closure of San Antonio hospital under scrutiny
Texas Vista's owner, Steward Health Care, is shutting down the hospital six years after purchasing it with the help of private equity investors.
Officials probe mysterious cases of dead cows found with tongues removed
Similar mutilations have been reported around the U.S., the sheriff's office said.
Texas prom after-party ends with gunfire, 9 wounded
Nine teens suffered gunshot wounds during a prom after-party in Jasper, Texas.
De-extinction: Bringing animal species back from the brink
The Frozen Zoo in San Diego is at the forefront of the emerging field of de-extinction – resurrecting DNA to restore animal species that are in danger of disappearing forever, through such methods as genetic editing and cloning. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with scientists at the Frozen Zoo (whose bank of frozen cells could help save an estimated one million species) about their efforts to bring back the black-footed ferret. He also talks with the founder of Colossal Biosciences, a Texas company working to bring back long-extinct species like the woolly mammoth and dodo bird.
Tornado causes damage in Texas, but no injuries
Some homes and businesses were damaged when a tornado touched down on Thursday in Tyler, Texas, but there were no injuries.
SpaceX Starship rocket explodes after first launch
The SpaceX Starship rocket, the most powerful ever built, exploded in midair Thursday morning just minutes after its first-ever launch in Texas.
Watch: SpaceX launches Starship rocket on first test flight
SpaceX launched its 500-foot-tall Starship, by far the world's most powerful rocket, on a test flight Thursday morning from its launch facility in Boca Chica, Texas. It lifted off but then failed in a midair explosion. Watch how the live stream of the launch unfolded.
Baby taken from Texas couple after home birth will be returned by Dallas court
The case made headlines nationwide, especially after it became public that court documents authorizing the baby's removal had different parents listed.
Waco marks 30 years since deadly siege
Wednesday marks three decades since the burning of the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas, that left more than 80 people dead — including dozens of children. Global Project Against Hate and Extremism co-founder Heidi Beirich joined to discuss the siege's lasting impact 30 years later.
Supreme Court rules in favor of Texas death row inmate Rodney Reed's DNA lawsuit
The Supreme Court has ruled that Rodney Reed, a longtime Texas death row inmate, should have a chance to argue for testing of crime-scene evidence that he says will help clear him.
2 Texas cheerleaders shot after one apparently gets into wrong car
Police arrested 25-year-old suspect Pedro Tello Rodriguez, Jr., in connection with the shooting. He is charged with deadly conduct.
Report finds democracy for Black Americans is under attack
A new report from the National Urban League is citing what the civil rights and urban advocacy group says are some of the top threats to democracy for Black Americans.
Supreme Court puts mifepristone ruling on hold
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday put on hold a ruling last week from a Texas federal judge which halted the FDA's longtime approval of the abortion drug mifepristone. Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
Emotions run high at trial of woman police say admitted smothering her daughters
Police say Madison McDonald calmly walked into the lobby of their headquarters in 2021 and said she'd sedated her daughters, tucked them into bed and smothered them.
Facility preps first responders for catastrophes
Disaster City is a 52-acre complex in College Station, Texas, with more than a dozen disaster scenarios designed to prepare elite rescue teams to learn to save lives. Janet Shamlian has more.
Unique Texas facility prepares first responders for major catastrophes
Disaster City is a 52-acre complex with more than a dozen disaster scenarios designed to prepare elite rescue teams to learn to save lives.
Court preserves access to abortion pill
A federal appeals court has preserved access to the abortion pill mifepristone, with new restrictions. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice explains what the ruling means and the other court decision driving it.
1,000 pounds of illegally caught sharks seized by Coast Guard
Video taken by the U.S. Coast Guard aircrew shows the four fishermen wearing fluorescent green waders pulling sharks from the side of their white boat.
Justice Department appeals abortion pill ruling
The Justice Department has appealed a ruling by a Texas judge that bans the use of the drug mifepristone. The Biden administration has said it will continue to fight the ruling. Weijia Jiang reports.
Democrats slam judge's ruling on Mifepri
Democrats are slamming the decision by a federal judge in Texas to suspend the FDA's longtime approval of the abortion pill mifepristone. CBS News political director Fin Gomez joins to discuss.
Justice Department seeks clarification from federal court on competing abortion pill rulings
The rulings from federal judges in Texas and Washington were issues less than 20 minutes apart, the Justice Department said.
Abortion pill battle in court
A legal and political fight has broken out after a Texas federal judge suspended the FDA approval of the commonly use abortion pill Mifepristone.This is one of two pills that are used in more than half of all legal abortions and this case is likely to reach the Supreme Court. Nancy Cordes reports.
"Mystery animal" caught on camera at Texas state park
Officials originally couldn't tell if the animal is a new species, zoo escapee or even "just a park ranger in disguise."
Judge in Minnesota orders ICE chief to appear in court
The judge ordered the acting head of ICE to appear in his courtroom on Friday and explain why he should not be held in contempt of court.
Trump visiting Iowa to kick off midterm election campaigning
Sources say Iowa is seen as a key part of the Trump team's strategy to keep the House in GOP hands.
ICE and CBP would keep operating during shutdown, despite DHS funding fight
A partial government shutdown would likely have little impact on immigration enforcement operations, since ICE and CBP got billions in last year's One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Jeffries says Democrats will move to impeach Noem if Trump doesn't fire her
More than half of House Democrats support impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
"My brother is, and always will be, my hero," Alex Pretti's sister says
In a new statement, Alex Pretti's sister says the man federal agents killed in Minneapolis "always wanted to make a difference in this world."
Families of 2 men killed in Caribbean boat strike sue U.S. government
The families of two Trinidadian men who were killed in a boat strike sued the U.S. government, arguing the "premeditated and intentional killings lack any plausible legal justification."
Here's what to expect at the Fed's first interest rate meeting of 2026
Jerome Powell will announce the central bank's next interest rate decision on Jan. 28 amid political and legal turmoil involving the Fed.
"Doomsday Clock" moves to closest point yet to catastrophe
The "Doomsday Clock" is a metaphor for how close humanity is to self-annihilation.
Heads of immigration agencies set to testify at House hearing on Feb. 10
Leaders of three immigration enforcement agencies are set to testify before the House Homeland Security Committee next month.
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Border Patrol involved in shooting in Arizona; person in critical condition
A sheriff's department said it was responding to the shooting in Arivaca, Arizona.
South Carolina measles outbreak now larger than Texas', new data shows
South Carolina's measles outbreak has grown to include 789 cases. A West Texas outbreak last year sickened 762 people.
Heads of immigration agencies set to testify at House hearing on Feb. 10
Leaders of three immigration enforcement agencies are set to testify before the House Homeland Security Committee next month.
Jeffries says Democrats will move to impeach Noem if Trump doesn't fire her
More than half of House Democrats support impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
Motorcycle gang members accused of targeting judge for assassination
Members of a motorcycle club and a street gang clearly targeted an Indiana judge for assassination to derail a domestic abuse case, police said.
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Pinterest cites AI in laying off 15% of workforce
Pinterest is cutting costs to create more cash flow for AI-focused roles and AI‑powered products, the company said in a filing Tuesday.
Here's what to expect at the Fed's first interest rate meeting of 2026
Jerome Powell will announce the central bank's next interest rate decision on Jan. 28 amid political and legal turmoil involving the Fed.
Amazon is closing its Amazon Fresh grocery and Go convenience stores
Amazon acknowledged it hasn't yet "created a truly distinctive customer experience" in announcing move to scale back its brick-and-mortar grocery business.
UPS to slash workforce by up to 30,000 jobs this year
UPS executive said the delivery company is moving to cut costs and plans to offer a voluntary separation program for full-time drivers.
Meta, YouTube face trial over social media addiction, as TikTok settles
In a potentially bellwether case, a plaintiff alleges that social media companies deliberately design their platforms to target children.
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Heads of immigration agencies set to testify at House hearing on Feb. 10
Leaders of three immigration enforcement agencies are set to testify before the House Homeland Security Committee next month.
Jeffries says Democrats will move to impeach Noem if Trump doesn't fire her
More than half of House Democrats support impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
Trump visiting Iowa to kick off midterm election campaigning
Sources say Iowa is seen as a key part of the Trump team's strategy to keep the House in GOP hands.
ICE and CBP would keep operating during shutdown, despite DHS funding fight
A partial government shutdown would likely have little impact on immigration enforcement operations, since ICE and CBP got billions in last year's One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Families of 2 men killed in Caribbean boat strike sue U.S. government
The families of two Trinidadian men who were killed in a boat strike sued the U.S. government, arguing the "premeditated and intentional killings lack any plausible legal justification."
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South Carolina measles outbreak now larger than Texas', new data shows
South Carolina's measles outbreak has grown to include 789 cases. A West Texas outbreak last year sickened 762 people.
Trump policies at odds with emerging understanding of COVID's long-term harm
Studies offer insights into the health risks and burdens faced by people who have had COVID infections. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has narrowed COVID vaccine recommendations and cut research.
Pediatrics group releases vaccine recommendations, breaks with CDC
The AAP is recommending immunization against 18 diseases. Earlier this month, the CDC reduced its recommendations for childhood vaccines to 11 diseases.
Academy of Pediatrics vaccine reccomendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics released its own recommendations for childhood vaccinations Monday. The list differs significantly from the reduced vaccine schedule released earlier this month by the CDC. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York City, joins CBS News to discuss.
Winter storm brings warnings about heart attack risk of shoveling snow
Cardiologists say shoveling snow can increase a person's risk of experiencing a heart attack.
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Families of 2 men killed in Caribbean boat strike sue U.S. government
The families of two Trinidadian men who were killed in a boat strike sued the U.S. government, arguing the "premeditated and intentional killings lack any plausible legal justification."
Experts warn "AI slop" distorting history as world remembers the Holocaust
Holocaust memorial officials and historians say a proliferation of "entirely fabricated" digital content is distorting the Nazi's wartime horrors.
With all Israeli hostages recovered, U.N. pushes for next steps in Gaza
With all Israeli hostages now recovered from Gaza, there's a push for the Israel-Hamas peace plan to move to phase-two, but that brings its own challenges.
Milan mayor says ICE agents not welcome for Winter Olympics
As reports say ICE will join the U.S. security detail at the Winter Olympics in Milan, the Italian city's mayor calls it "a militia that kills."
Australia sizzles in blistering heat wave with temperatures as high as 120
Parts of Australia were sweltered in record temperatures of close to 122 degrees as the country sweated through a prolonged heat wave even as bitter cold covered much of the U.S.
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Natalia Lafourcade reflects on music career
Natalia Lafourcade is the most awarded woman in Latin Grammy history with 20 awards. This year, she's up for best Latin pop album at the Grammys, which would be her fifth Grammy if she wins. Lafourcade spoke to Anthony Mason about her music journey and rise to fame.
Ye, formerly Kanye West, reveals brain injury, apologizes for antisemitic remarks
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
Sundance Film Festival leaving Park City, Utah
After more than 40 years, the Sundance Film Festival is leaving its longtime host of Park City, Utah, and heading to Boulder, Colorado. Sarah Horbacewicz reports.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton, the original supermodel
As the face of Revlon, Lauren Hutton – called a "believable beauty" – became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks about her adventurous life of no regrets.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second."
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TikTok settles ahead of landmark case
TikTok settled a lawsuit ahead of the landmark California case set to begin over social media addiction. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more details.
Amazon is closing its Amazon Fresh grocery and Go convenience stores
Amazon acknowledged it hasn't yet "created a truly distinctive customer experience" in announcing move to scale back its brick-and-mortar grocery business.
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.
Meta, YouTube face trial over social media addiction, as TikTok settles
In a potentially bellwether case, a plaintiff alleges that social media companies deliberately design their platforms to target children.
Newsom launches probe into TikTok content
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has launched an investigation into TikTok's content, accusing the social media platform of suppressing content that is critical of President Trump. The probe comes just days after a deal was finalized to reduce its Chinese ownership and keep it running in the U.S. Kelly O'Grady explains.
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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.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
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Judge order to acting ICE director
A federal judge in Minnesota has ordered Todd Lyons, the acting head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, to appear in court and warned he could face possible contempt proceedings over an earlier order. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Walz: Trump agrees to consider reducing federal surge in Minnesota
Gov. Tim Walz says that he and President Trump shared a "productive" phone call Monday morning, during which he says the president agreed to consider a reduction of federal immigration enforcement forces in Minnesota.
"Narco sub" sinks with more drugs aboard after record cocaine haul seized
Police were assisted by the navy and air force, as well as the U.K. and U..S authorities, in difficult weather conditions.
Latest news on Alex Pretti shooting
Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem claimed Alex Pretti attacked Border Patrol officers before he was fatally shot in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This comes as more Trump administration officials react to the incident. CBS News' Lana Zak and Natalie Brand report.
Political strategists on Pretti shooting
Political strategists Kristian Ramos and Rina Shah join CBS News with their reactions to Border Patrol killing Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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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.
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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Minneapolis pizza shop feeds neighbors
The owners of a Minneapolis pizza shop joined CBS News 24/7 to discuss how they've been feeding vulnerable neighbors during the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
Judge order to acting ICE director
A federal judge in Minnesota has ordered Todd Lyons, the acting head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, to appear in court and warned he could face possible contempt proceedings over an earlier order. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Noem faces internal scrutiny, sources say
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is facing internal backlash for her response to the Border Patrol's fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, sources say. Meanwhile, President Trump is set to make an appearance in Iowa. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more.
TikTok settles ahead of landmark case
TikTok settled a lawsuit ahead of the landmark California case set to begin over social media addiction. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more details.
Sneak peek: The Firefighter's Secret
ENCORE: A young woman is found dead in her burning home. She'd been involved with a firefighter — could he have set a fire to cover her murder? "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports Saturday, Jan. 31 at 9/8c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.