New Jersey man accused of paying hit man $20,000 to kill a 14-year-old
Musbach allegedly began searching for ways to have the teenager killed after he was charged with child pornography.
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Ghost gun use in U.S. crimes rose over 1,000% since 2017, report says
Police submitted almost two million "crime guns" to the ATF to trace since 2017, with a quarter of those guns being used in a crime within a year of purchase, federal data shows.
Hunter Biden calls for investigations in new front against GOP foes
His legal team is going on the offensive, calling for state and federal investigations into the dissemination of material from his laptop.
FBI searched Penn Biden Center in November
The FBI searched the Penn Biden Center offices in mid-November, according to two sources familiar with the investigation, after lawyers for President Biden had found about 10 documents marked classified there on Nov. 2. The material originated from Mr. Biden's time as vice president. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz joins Lana Zak and Lilia Luciano with more on this developing story.
Thousands of Florida nursing students got fake diplomas in alleged scheme
Thousands of practicing nurses in the U.S. could potentially be working with bogus academic credentials.
Louisiana "routinely" detains inmates past scheduled release dates, Justice Department finds
Nearly 27% of people were held past their release dates during one three-month period, the investigation found, and of those, about a quarter were held for three months.
Woman accused of defrauding Holocaust survivor out of $2.8 million
While the Florida woman was able to buy herself a new home, cars and luxury goods, the 87-year-old Holocaust survivor from Manhattan lost his life savings, prosecutors say.
Feds seize over $170 million in cash accounts linked to Sam Bankman-Fried
They also seized 55.27 million shares of Robinhood stock currently valued at about $526 million.
Police aren't fully reporting hate crimes to federal government, report says
About 7,000 police agencies aren't sending hate crime data to the federal government.
Boston man charged in murder-for-hire plot to kill his wife, her boyfriend
Chowdhury allegedly asked the agents, "So how we gonna disappear his, uh, body?" and said, "No evidence."
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," January 15, 2023
Rep. Daniel Goldman, Rep. Chris Stewart and more will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Latest on Biden special counsel probe
Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed prosecutor Robert Hur to serve as special counsel in the probe into classified documents discovered at President Biden's former office and Delaware home. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz joins "CBS News Mornings" with more on the appointee and what the next steps will be in the investigation.
What we know about the Biden documents
Here's what we know so far about the discovery of documents with classified markings at President Biden's former office in Washington and home in Delaware.
Timeline of events surrounding discovery of documents at Biden's former office and residence
Here is a look at some of the key events surrounding the discovery of government documents in Mr. Biden's possession.
Congress reacts to Biden documents probe
Ohio Republican Rep. Jim Jordan says the investigation into classified documents found at President Biden's former office and home raises questions about the Justice Department. He spoke with Major Garrett for the upcoming episode of "The Takeout." Then CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined "Red and Blue" to break down where the investigation stands now that Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed a special counsel.
Priest whose child porn slideshows found on church printer sentenced
James T. Beighlie, 72, had 6,000 pictures of child sexual abuse material on a computer, officials said.
Mike Pence criticizes Department of Justice
CBS News political director Fin Gomez joins us to discuss former Vice President Mike Pence's comments slamming the Department of Justice in the wake of the Biden documents controversy. Gomez also shares what President Biden has said about the documents, and he previews today's "Red & Blue" show.
Biden "surprised" by documents discovery
President Biden says he was "surprised" documents marked classified were found at a former office. He said his attorneys "followed protocol" by reporting the discovery right away. The DOJ is investigating. Australian Cardinal George Pell whose conviction on child abuse charges was later overturned — has died at 81 after hip surgery in Rome. And the Golden Globes were back on the airwaves — and "The Fabelmans" took home the award for best drama motion picture.
Pence on Biden documents discovery
Former Vice President Mike Pence spoke to CBS News about the classified documents which were discovered in a former private office of President Biden. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
Material marked classified in Biden office
The Justice Department is overseeing an investigation into a small number of documents marked classified that personal attorneys for President Biden found in an office he used before he ran for president. CBS News national correspondent Adriana Diaz reports on the political fallout as Republicans in Congress ask questions about the alleged mishandling of the documents.
DOJ sues pharma giant for allegedly helping to fuel the opioid epidemic
The company is accused of failing to report hundreds of thousands of potentially suspicious orders.
Jan. 6 panel calls for charges against Trump
At the final public hearing of the House Jan. 6 committee, Rep. Jamie Raskin announced that the panel is making a referral to the Justice Department for criminal charges against former President Donald Trump for his role in inciting the attack on the U.S. Capitol. Watch his remarks.
Jan. 6 committee approves criminal referrals targeting Trump
The panel's seven Democrats and two Republicans voted unanimously to adopt its final report and urge the Justice Department to prosecute Trump.
DOJ official calls on social media companies to do more as teens die from fentanyl
Deaths from fentanyl among teens have more than tripled since 2019.
Whitey Bulger's murder exposed "deeply troubling" failures, watchdog report says
Inmates and over 100 prison personnel at USP Hazelton, the West Virginia prison where Whitey Bulger was beaten to death hours after his transfer there, knew he was coming.
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Chinese balloons are part of wider surveillance program
China's balloon program is "designed to augment" its surveillance abilities, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.
Turkey-Syria earthquake death toll tops 12,000
Rescuers desperately searching for survivors under rubble faced the grim challenges of stretched resources and winter conditions.
7 key moments and takeaways from Biden's 2023 State of the Union address
The president took a victory lap celebrating Democrats' legislative accomplishments while pledging to work with Republicans.
Fetterman hospitalized after "feeling lightheaded" during Senate retreat
His office said that initial tests "did not show evidence of a new stroke."
Evacuation order lifted for residents near Ohio train derailment
East Palestine Fire Chief Keith Drabick said that air and water samples determined the evacuation area to be safe for residents.
Parents prepare to sue district where teacher was shot by 6-year-old
The families of two students at the Virginia elementary school have filed notices of potential legal action against the school system.
El Paso Walmart shooter pleads guilty to federal hate crimes
The guilty plea entered by Patrick Crusius came amid prosecution delays that have made the case drag on for more than three years.
2 children dead, 6 injured after bus crashes into day care center
An eyewitness said immediately after the crash, the driver stepped out of the bus, ripped his clothes off and started screaming.
How Kareem really feels about LeBron breaking his NBA scoring record
"LeBron said we don't have a relationship. He's right—and for that I blame myself," Abdul-Jabbar wrote.
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"LeBron said we don't have a relationship. He's right—and for that I blame myself," Abdul-Jabbar wrote.
Damar Hamlin "will play professional football again," says NFL players union doctor
The win comes amid a positive prognosis that Hamlin "will play professional football again," according to the medical director of the NFL Players Association.
Evacuation order lifted for residents near Ohio train derailment
East Palestine Fire Chief Keith Drabick said that air and water samples determined the evacuation area to be safe for residents.
Philadelphia police officer wounded in shooting; several suspects arrested
The officer was shot at least twice, authorities said, but he is expected to survive.
Disney to cut 7,000 jobs as CEO Bob Iger seeks "transformation"
The job cuts, about 3% of Disney's global workforce, come months after Iger returned to revitalize the media business.
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Disney to cut 7,000 jobs as CEO Bob Iger seeks "transformation"
The job cuts, about 3% of Disney's global workforce, come months after Iger returned to revitalize the media business.
Chinese balloon reignites debate to limit foreign farmland ownership
Lawmakers in Congress and at least 11 statehouses are weighing legislation to further limit foreign ownership of farmland.
Here's a sneak peek at some of this year's Super Bowl ads
Among the celebs making an appearance in Super Bowl LVII ads are Tony Romo, Adam Driver and Serena Williams.
AirTag followed lost wallet to 35 cities on American Airlines
American said it couldn't find the man's wallet, but his Apple AirTag located it on the plane where he'd left it.
Biden vowed to outlaw "junk" fees in his SOTU. Here's his plan.
Resort fees at hotels, extra airline charges and service fees on concert tickets cost Americans billions each year.
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Fetterman hospitalized after "feeling lightheaded" during Senate retreat
His office said that initial tests "did not show evidence of a new stroke."
Chinese balloons are part of wider surveillance program
China's balloon program is "designed to augment" its surveillance abilities, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.
Chinese balloon reignites debate to limit foreign farmland ownership
Lawmakers in Congress and at least 11 statehouses are weighing legislation to further limit foreign ownership of farmland.
George W. Bush to return to D.C. to mark 20th anniversary of AIDS program
Over the last 20 years, the program has saved 25 million lives, according to the State Department.
Accused Lockerbie bomber pleads not guilty to charges in deadly 1988 blast
Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud faces three counts in the U.S. related to the bombing that killed a total of 270 people.
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Bestselling author on lessons for living longer
There's not just one trick to living longer, but bestselling author Dan Buettner says the best place to start is in the kitchen. He estimates the average American could live about six extra years if they switched from a standard American diet to a plant-based one. Norah O'Donnell has more.
What the end of the COVID-19 emergency means for free vaccines, health data and more
Most Americans will continue to get vaccines for free, but tests and antiviral pills could get costly later this year.
CDC says surge of severe strep in kids was a return to pre-pandemic levels
The agency cited preliminary data from 2022, which tracked the unseasonably early rise of invasive group A strep infections alongside other respiratory diseases.
Weight loss drugs rise in popularity
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the rising popularity of weight loss drugs, who is eligible and the costs.
Gas stoves: Igniting a new range war
Why are some media and political figures claiming that people are coming for your gas stove? And are there health risks from cooking with natural gas?
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Scientists find dense ring around dwarf planet, but can't quite explain why
Quaoar is part of a collection of about 3,000 dwarf planets known as trans-Neptunian objects, which are beyond the orbit of the planet Neptune.
Chinese balloons are part of wider surveillance program
China's balloon program is "designed to augment" its surveillance abilities, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.
2 children dead, 6 injured after bus crashes into day care
An eyewitness said immediately after the crash, the driver stepped out of the bus, ripped his clothes off and started screaming.
Delta Airlines flight returns to JFK Airport after reported bird strike
Delta said in a statement that the plane "encountered birds following departure" to the Bahamas.
Tourist hotspot battles invasion of green monkeys: "They're everywhere"
The primates, which originate from Africa, are reproducing at an alarming rate, threatening the survival of some indigenous species, officials said.
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Disney to cut 7,000 jobs as CEO Bob Iger seeks "transformation"
The job cuts, about 3% of Disney's global workforce, come months after Iger returned to revitalize the media business.
Madonna responds to critics who commented on her Grammys appearance
"Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in," wrote the singer on Instagram.
Michael B. Jordan says "this is my year" as he makes directorial debut
Michael B. Jordan said a high-profile breakup last year helped him grow and learn.
Dave Franco on screenwriting with Alison Brie
Dave Franco joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new movie "Somebody I Used to Know," which he directed and co-wrote with his wife Alison Brie.
Michael B. Jordan on directorial debut
Michael B. Jordan is set to make his directorial debut with "Creed III," where he will also be reprising his starring role as boxer Adonis Creed. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King sat down with Jordan in his hometown of Newark, New Jersey.
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Microsoft, Google using AI to revamp search engines
Microsoft is revamping its Bing search engine with ChatGPT artificial intelligence. William Antonelli, a tech reporter for Insider, joined CBS News to discuss how this could impact online search results.
AirTag followed lost wallet to 35 cities on American Airlines
American said it couldn't find the man's wallet, but his Apple AirTag located it on the plane where he'd left it.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Microsoft CEO on challenging Google with the help of AI technology
The push is part of Microsoft's effort to transform an internet service.
Tech race for AI integration ramps up
Microsoft said it will be integrating artificial intelligence technology into its Bing search engine and Edge browser. Meanwhile, Google announced this week that it will be releasing its own AI chatbot. Wired senior writer Will Knight joined CBS News to discuss tech companies' new push for AI.
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Jupiter sets record after 12 new moons discovered
Telescopes in Hawaii and Chile have discovered a dozen new moons around Jupiter, bringing the total to 92 moons -- more than any planet in our solar system.
Many buildings in Turkey collapsed like pancakes in quake
Some 3,450 buildings have collapsed, according to the Turkish government, in the quakes that have so far killed more than 6,000.
Astronomers discover 12 new moons around Jupiter
The new moons were discovered using telescopes in Hawaii and Chile, and their orbits were confirmed with follow-up observations.
Scientists hope lab-grown coral can save endangered Florida Keys reef
An outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease threatens to destroy 20 of the 45 species in the world's third-largest coral reef.
Scientists work to save Florida's coral reef
The world's third-largest coral reef just off the Florida Keys was once a vibrant habitat for millions of plants and animals. But an outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease is threatening to destroy it. Scientists are trying to regrow the coral in a lab hundreds of miles away to save it. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.
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Philadelphia police officer wounded in shooting; several suspects arrested
The officer was shot at least twice, authorities said, but he is expected to survive.
Suspect in San Francisco synagogue shooting charged with felonies
In court documents, prosecutors alleged two felony charges were hate crimes against Judaism.
Alex Murdaugh trial suspended as courthouse evacuated due to security issue
The South Carolina courthouse where former attorney Alex Murdaugh's murder trial is taking place was evacuated.
Woman accused of beating her 8-year-old granddaughter to death
Patricia Ann Ricks, 72, was arrested Tuesday and charged with first-degree murder as well as felony child abuse, authorities said.
Accused Lockerbie bomber pleads not guilty to charges in deadly 1988 blast
Abu Agila Mohammad Mas'ud faces three counts in the U.S. related to the bombing that killed a total of 270 people.
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Scientists find dense ring around dwarf planet, but can't quite explain why
Quaoar is part of a collection of about 3,000 dwarf planets known as trans-Neptunian objects, which are beyond the orbit of the planet Neptune.
SpaceX launches Spanish communications station
The satellite will serve the Americas, Greenland and Atlantic Ocean air and sea lanes.
Astronomers discover 12 new moons around Jupiter
The new moons were discovered using telescopes in Hawaii and Chile, and their orbits were confirmed with follow-up observations.
Spacewalk underway, and more space news
Astronauts are conducting a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. And NASA is marking 20 years since the space shuttle Columbia disaster. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined Anne-Marie Green and Janet Shamlian with more on those stories, plus details on the "green comet" passing by Earth.
20 years after Columbia disaster, NASA remembers crew and lessons learned
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
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The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
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Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
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Search continues for earthquake survivors
Rescuers are in a race against time to look for any survivors under rubble in the aftermath of the massive earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, as severe winter conditions impact recovery operations. Senay Ataselim-Yilmaz, executive director of Turkish Philanthropy Funds, joined CBS News to discuss relief efforts in the region.
Relief payments complicate tax season
Every year, the IRS asks Americans to file their taxes early. This year, however, the agency is telling millions of Americans who received special refunds from their state to hold off for now in order to determine if those refunds are taxable or not. Jacob Bogage, a business reporter for the Washington Post, joined CBS News to break down what this means.
Microsoft, Google using AI to revamp search engines
Microsoft is revamping its Bing search engine with ChatGPT artificial intelligence. William Antonelli, a tech reporter for Insider, joined CBS News to discuss how this could impact online search results.
Lloyd Austin on Chinese spy balloon
U.S. Intelligence officials said the Chinese spy balloon shot down off the coast of South Carolina Saturday is part of a vast surveillance program. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin spoke with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Wednesday in an exclusive interview.
House holds hearing on Hunter Biden laptop story
The Republican-led House Oversight Committee grilled former executives at Twitter on the company's handling of a 2020 New York Post article about the alleged contents of Hunter Biden's laptop. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.