Why was there no warning before devastating Tulsa tornado?
The powerful twister shredded restaurants and storefronts, injuring dozens of people
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Feeling cut off, cop cleared in killing takes action
White Oklahoma police officer was recently acquitted of fatally shooting unarmed black man
New details on person of interest in Air Force facility blast
FBI investigating but no motive determined; pipe bomb explosion damaged front of recruitment center in Tulsa suburb
Ex-senior airman charged in Air Force recruitment center blast
Benjamin Roden faces federal charges for his alleged involvement in the pipe bomb explosion at Oklahoma's Air Force recruitment center
Deputy in mentally ill man's shooting once shot woman in face
William Ramsey is one of three officers involved in last week's fatally shooting of a mentally distressed black man in Oklahoma
Tulsa cop acquitted in death will return to work
Betty Jo Shelby has been on unpaid leave since being charged Sept. 22 with first-degree manslaughter in the shooting of 40-year-old Terence Crutcher
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The shooting of Keith Lamont Scott in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Tuesday sparked a night of violence; a role-playing exercise used by police outside of Chicago is earning praise for its attempts to mend wounds within the community
Okla. cop runs over, kills shooting suspect
The Tulsa Police Department says an officer intentionally struck 21-year-old Madison Dickson on Saturday as she fired at two other officers
Dashcam video shows cop car slamming running suspect
Tulsa police say carjacking led to chase and it continued even after suspect was hit; 3 other suspects arrested
Central Plains hit with deadly ice storm, brace for more
Parts of the central U.S. grappled with a second day of road-glazing ice and braced for more of the treacherous weather
Cop buys shoes for barefoot homeless woman
A Tulsa police officer's act of kindness is going viral and, in the process, helping repair police-community relations
Terence Crutcher's wife: PCP "immaterial" to shooting
The family of the unarmed man shot by a Tulsa officer says a report finding PCP in his system is a "distraction" from the central issue in the case
Lawyer: Tulsa cop had "auditory exclusion" in shooting
Tulsa officer Betty Shelby is charged with first-degree manslaughter in the shooting death of unarmed black man Terence Crutcher
Paul Ryan: Federal law won’t heal police-community relations
Amid another round of unrest spurred by police shootings of black men, House Speaker weighs in on “stop and frisk” and other topics during "Face the Nation" interview
What we know about Tulsa officer Betty Shelby
Shelby is charged with first-degree manslaughter in the Sept. 16 shooting death of Terence Crutcher
Terence Crutcher's police shooting death ruled homicide
A Tulsa police officer is facing first-degree manslaughter charges in the death of the unarmed man
Tulsa police shooting
Tulsa, Okla., police officer Betty Shelby was charged with first-degree manslaughter in the shooting death of an unarmed black man, Terence Crutcher. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Actions after police shootings caught on video stir questions
Videos of fatal police shootings of Philando Castile, Eric Garner, now Terence Crutcher all leave same impression
Ohio top cop's tweet on Tulsa shooting goes viral
An apparently fed-up cop says on Twitter he's "sick and drained" after another unarmed black man killed by cops
Police: Officer who fatally shot unarmed man had stun gun
The officer's attorney has said Terence Crutcher was reaching into his car; a family attorney says the vehicle's window was up
Atty: Okla. man ignored commands before police shooting
Police announced Monday, before video and audio recordings were released, that Terence Crutcher had no weapon on him or in his SUV when he was shot
Man fatally shot by Tulsa police had no gun, chief says
Tulsa police released video of the Friday shooting of Terence Crutcher
Hate crime charges filed in Lebanese man's murder
Prosecutors in Tulsa say Stanley Majors harassed victim Khalid Jabara and his family for years and used epithets such as “filthy Lebanese"
Okla. murder suspect accused of anti-Muslim rants
Stanley Majors allegedly harassed Khalid Jabara, a Lebanese Christian, for years before Jabara was murdered Friday in his Tulsa home
Arrest after Tulsa Air National Guard Base standoff
Officials say a woman drove up to the front gate of the base late Monday morning and told staff there she had an explosive device
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Maduro appears in U.S. court, Trump threatens other nations
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife appeared before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
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U.S. plans to intercept tanker involved in Venezuelan oil trade
Two U.S. intelligence officials said Venezuelan officials had discussed placing Soviet-era defense systems and armed military personnel on tankers — disguising them as civilians for defense purposes.
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2,000 agents deploying to Minneapolis in immigration crackdown, fraud probe
The Trump administration has begun a massive deployment of hundreds of Department of Homeland Security agents to the Minneapolis region, officials tells CBS News.
CDC announces new childhood vaccine recommendations for fewer shots
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
After Maduro's ouster, two powerful women could vie for control of Venezuela
Maduro's vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, was sworn in as president of Venezuela. But opposition leader María Corina Machado could prevail in a future election.
Inside Maduro's defiant first courtroom appearance
Former Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro was arraigned Monday, declaring through a translator he is a "decent man," innocent of all charges, and "I am still president of my country."
Hegseth moves to demote Sen. Mark Kelly, cut pension over illegal orders video
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday that the Pentagon had begun a process that could result in Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona being demoted and having his retirement pay cut.
New details on the covert operation to capture Maduro
Months of planning led to a covert operation that caught the Venezuelan leader completely off guard.
Major oil companies to meet with Trump admin. on Venezuela, sources say
Petroleum giants Chevron, ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil are planning to meet with the Trump administration later this week, sources told CBS News, as President Trump pushes oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
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Ohio police release video of person of interest in dentist and wife's killing
Investigators believe Spencer and Monique Tepe were fatally shot between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. last Tuesday in their home located in the Near East Side neighborhood of downtown Columbus.
Inside Maduro's defiant first courtroom appearance
Former Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro was arraigned Monday, declaring through a translator he is a "decent man," innocent of all charges, and "I am still president of my country."
Package at Arizona Supreme Court tests positive for homemade explosives
A package received by the Arizona Supreme Court tested positive for a "homemade explosive substance," authorities said.
Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture
A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Was it insider trading?
U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say
The Trump administration is counting on Big Oil to revive Venezuela's creaky energy sector. That's no sure bet, according to industry experts.
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Major oil companies to meet with Trump admin. on Venezuela, sources say
Petroleum giants Chevron, ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil are planning to meet with the Trump administration later this week, sources told CBS News, as President Trump pushes oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture
A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Was it insider trading?
U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say
The Trump administration is counting on Big Oil to revive Venezuela's creaky energy sector. That's no sure bet, according to industry experts.
Oil stock prices rise after U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Maduro
Shares in Chevron, Exxon and other energy companies climbed, while oil prices jumped, on Monday after Maduro's ouster.
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
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New details on the covert operation to capture Maduro
Months of planning led to a covert operation that caught the Venezuelan leader completely off guard.
Inside Maduro's defiant first courtroom appearance
Former Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro was arraigned Monday, declaring through a translator he is a "decent man," innocent of all charges, and "I am still president of my country."
Major oil companies to meet with Trump admin. on Venezuela, sources say
Petroleum giants Chevron, ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil are planning to meet with the Trump administration later this week, sources told CBS News, as President Trump pushes oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
Judge in Maduro's case has previously been a thorn in Trump's side
The 92-year-old senior U.S. district judge has repeatedly rejected efforts by President Trump to remove his New York State criminal case to federal court.
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U.S. plans to intercept tanker involved in Venezuelan oil trade
Two U.S. intelligence officials said Venezuelan officials had discussed placing Soviet-era defense systems and armed military personnel on tankers — disguising them as civilians for defense purposes.
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CDC announces new childhood vaccine recommendations for fewer shots
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Doctor's orders: Eat ice cream, and other tips for a long and healthy life
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Why this doctor says: Eat your ice cream
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules For a Long and Healthy Life," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a prominent oncologist and health policy expert, goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep. He talks with Norah O'Donnell about the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Book excerpt: "Eat Your Ice Cream" by Ezekiel J. Emanuel, M.D.
In his new book, the oncologist and health policy expert discusses longevity, and how to best differentiate valid and effective health and wellness advice from "the speculative, deceptive, and just plain stupid."
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After Maduro's ouster, two powerful women could vie for control of Venezuela
Maduro's vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, was sworn in as president of Venezuela. But opposition leader María Corina Machado could prevail in a future election.
New details on the covert operation to capture Maduro
Months of planning led to a covert operation that caught the Venezuelan leader completely off guard.
Inside Maduro's defiant first courtroom appearance
Former Venezuelan President Nicoás Maduro was arraigned Monday, declaring through a translator he is a "decent man," innocent of all charges, and "I am still president of my country."
Meet Maduro's inner circle in Venezuela, including some wanted by the U.S.
After his capture by U.S. forces, Nicolás Maduro's closest confidants remain in their posts, including some wanted by the U.S.
Mike Waltz defends U.S. at UN: "We are not occupying a country"
At an emergency U.N. meeting on Monday, U.N. ambassador Mike Waltz repeated the Trump administration's argument that the air and ground assault was not an attack.
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Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family.
Extended interview: Michael B. Jordan
In this web exclusive, Michael B. Jordan talks with Tracy Smith about being pushed out of his comfort zone by performing two characters – identical twin brothers – in Ryan Coogler's horror film "Sinners."
Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family. He talks with Tracy Smith about portraying the characters Stack and Smoke; his ties to his parents; and what it took for him to recover from playing the villain Killmonger in "Black Panther."
Behind the scenes of "The Pitt"
The HBO Max drama immerses viewers in the struggles faced by the ER staff at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. "Sunday Morning" visits the hyper-realistic set, and talks with star, writer, director and executive producer Noah Wyle.
Extended interview: Noah Wyle
In this web exclusive, CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Noah Wyle, the star of "ER" and the HBO Max series "The Pitt," about how his new show depicts the fragility of the medical system, and about his character, Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch.
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AI-generated images, old footage circulate on social media after Maduro's capture
CBS News analyzed circulating images of President Nicolás Maduro by comparing dubious photos to verified content and using publicly available tools such as reverse image search.
More on lewd images from Grok AI tool
Grok, the artificial intelligence tool created by Elon Musk, posted online about "lapses in safeguards" that led to the generation of lewd images involving children. Journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News with more.
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.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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Trial begins for former cop in Uvalde shooting
Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a former police officer accused of not protecting children during the 2022 Uvalde school shooting in Texas. CBS News' Karen Hua reports.
Person of interest in murders of dentist, wife
Police in Ohio have released new video of a person of interest in the murders of a dentist and his wife. The killings are believed to have happened between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on December 30.
Ohio police release video of person of interest in dentist and wife's killing
Investigators believe Spencer and Monique Tepe were fatally shot between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. last Tuesday in their home located in the Near East Side neighborhood of downtown Columbus.
Maduro, wife plead not guilty at arraignment
Venezuela's ousted leader Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty in a New York federal court on Monday during their arraignment for drug trafficking and weapons charges. Tony Dokoupil anchors this CBS News Special Report.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops reelection bid
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday he's no longer running for a third term. This comes as federal officials probe massive fraud allegations in the state.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Expert on Trump's comments after Venezuela
Following the raid in Venezuela that captured Nicolás Maduro, President Trump called for a U.S. takeover of Greenland and threatened U.S. action against Colombia and Cuba. Brett Bruen, president of The Global Situation Room Inc., joined CBS News with his thoughts.
Trial begins for former cop in Uvalde shooting
Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a former police officer accused of not protecting children during the 2022 Uvalde school shooting in Texas. CBS News' Karen Hua reports.
Lawmakers react to briefing on Maduro capture
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill shared their thoughts after a briefing Monday night on the operation that captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. House Speaker Mike Johnson praised the mission, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer expressed concerns that similar military action could be carried out by the U.S. elsewhere.
Person of interest in murders of dentist, wife
Police in Ohio have released new video of a person of interest in the murders of a dentist and his wife. The killings are believed to have happened between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on December 30.
Town residents fundraise with nearly nude calendar
Last winter, Lakeview, Oregon, couldn't afford to clear snow from all its roads, but rather than make everyone pay higher taxes, community leaders found 12 local volunteers to pose for a nude calendar.