Justice Department sues Paul Manafort for nearly $3 million
The source of the unreported income, according to the lawsuit, was Manafort's work in Ukraine with known associates Richard Gates and Konstantin Kilimnik.
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31 Mexican Mafia members and associates face murder, racketeering charges
The 33-count indictment includes charges for two murders, six attempted murders, drug and gun related charges as well as racketeering offenses.
Man who allegedly left nooses for BLM supporters charged with hate crimes
Kenneth Pilon, 61, allegedly left nooses with handwritten notes attached in Michigan stores and parking lots.
Man charged with threatening Merriam Webster over gender definitions
The man could face prison time if convicted for what officials described as "despicable" and "hate-filled" messages.
21 charged in alleged $149 million COVID-19 fraud schemes
Physicians, marketers and medical businesses across nine U.S. federal districts are among those facing charges.
Justice Department will appeal mask ruling if CDC says mandate is still needed
The DOJ said Tuesday that it disagrees with a district court's decision to end the mask mandate.
Attorney General Merrick Garland tests positive for COVID-19
Garland, 69, is fully vaccinated and boosted.
MS-13 gang leader sentenced to life in prison
Miguel Angel Corea Diaz last year was convicted of multiple charges, including murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
9 more people indicted in gun trafficking case involving 3 U.S. soldiers
The three Fort Campbell-based U.S. soldiers were indicted last year.
Honduras judge says ex-president can be extradited to U.S.
Hernández will have an opportunity to appeal the extradition decision.
Russian-American woman charged as foreign agent in NYC
Elena Branson allegedly corresponded directly with Vladimir Putin as he carried out an aggressive propaganda campaign.
DOJ sues Missouri over bill declaring several federal firearm laws invalid
The complaint alleges that the bill, known as the Second Amendment Preservation Act, is unconstitutional.
National Archives asks DOJ to investigate Trump
The National Archives has asked the Justice Department to investigate former President Trump's handling of official White House documents after some materials were retrieved from Mar-a-Lago. Nancy Cordes reports.
Judge rejects plea deal for man convicted of killing Ahmaud Arbery
A federal judge has rejected a plea agreement from the Justice Department that would have averted a hate crimes trial for Travis McMichael after Arbery's family expressed outrage.
January 6 trials face delays
The hundreds of cases related to the assault on the U.S. Capitol are among the largest criminal prosecutions in American history. But more than a year after the January 6 attack, the pursuit of justice is facing new hurdles. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains what's behind the delays.
DOJ forms new domestic terror unit
The Justice Department has announced it is forming a new domestic terrorism unit to help combat escalating threats from violent extremists in the U.S. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN AM with more about the decision.
Charter school founder accused of stealing funds
Seth Andrew was accused of stealing from school escrow accounts and using the funds to get a discount on a mortgage for an apartment in New York City.
Oath Keepers leader charged in Capitol attack
Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and 10 associates have been charged with seditious conspiracy, the most serious charges yet in connection with the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Elaine Quijano has more on CBSN's "Red and Blue."
Justice Department to form domestic terrorism unit
The Justice Department will launch a new domestic terrorism unit. The new division was announced during testimony in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday. CBS News senior investigative reporter Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the latest.
Man charged for allegedly giving Olympians performance-enhancing drugs
The criminal charges are the first ever filed under the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act enacted in 2020.
Justice Department to form new domestic terrorism unit
"The threat posed by domestic terrorism is on the rise," Assistant Attorney General Matthew Olsen told the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.
Hundreds arrested so far for Capitol attack
A year later, over 700 defendants have been charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot. Charges range from entering restricted Capitol grounds to conspiracy. CBS News senior investigative reporter Catherine Herridge got an exclusive interview with Michael Sherwin, who formerly served as the U.S. Attorney for D.C. and processed the cases in the days after the attack. Herridge joins CBSN AM to discuss the investigation.
Former Capitol riot prosecutor discusses case
Hundreds of people are facing charges in connection with the events that led to the assault on the U.S. Capitol nearly a year ago. CBS News senior investigative reporter Catherine Herridge spoke exclusively with the prosecutor who launched the probe and joined CBSN with more on her interview with Michael Sherwin.
Justice Department asks Supreme Court to rule on Remain-in-Mexico policy
The Biden administration restarted the Trump-era border policy on a limited scale earlier this month to comply with court orders.
Some ICE agents to wear body cameras
Dozens of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will begin wearing body cameras in the new year as part of a six-month pilot program. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joined CBSN to discuss the details of the plan.
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Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act to deploy troops to Minnesota
An ICE officer shot a man Wednesday night in Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Iran opposition leader says "haven't reached the moment" to topple regime
As Trump steps back from threats against Iran, Kurdish Iranian opposition group says it's ready to help topple the regime, but the time isn't right yet.
U.S. forces seize sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker
The seizure comes as President Trump is set to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado Thursday at the White House.
Astronauts back on Earth after medical issue cut mission short
Four space station Crew 11 fliers splashed down off the Southern California coast at 3:41 a.m. ET, closing out a 167-day stay in space cut short by a medical issue.
Senate GOP kills war powers effort to limit Trump on Venezuela, with Vance breaking tie
Two Republicans switched their votes after pressure from the White House.
Trump administration investigates 5 Democrats over their video to troops
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
What to know about Havana Syndrome and a device that might be linked to it
Years after the first reports of Havana Syndrome emerged, U.S. officials have obtained and are testing a device that could be linked to the debilitating condition.
U.S. completes first sale of Venezuelan oil, valued at $500 million
The Trump administration has not yet disclosed many details about the deal.
Trump administration to suspend immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries
The State Department announced it will stop giving out visas to nationals of dozens of countries who are seeking to move to the U.S. permanently.
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U.S. forces seize sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker
The seizure comes as President Trump is set to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado Thursday at the White House.
Part that broke in UPS cargo plane crash had failed 4 other times, NTSB says
Boeing warned plane owners in 2011 about a broken part that contributed to last year's UPS cargo plane crash that killed 15 people, but at that time the plane manufacturer didn't believe it threatened safety, the NTSB said.
Newsom blocks Louisiana from extraditing doctor accused of mailing abortion pills
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he is blocking Louisiana's effort to extradite a California doctor accused of mailing abortion pills out of state.
Trump signs bill allowing whole milk to return to school lunches
Whole milk is heading back to school lunch cafeterias.
ICE officer shoots man in leg in Minneapolis after shovel attack, officials say
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot a man Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
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Recalled "super greens" supplement linked to dozens of salmonella cases, CDC says
Illnesses linked to the New York-based Live it Up Super Greens brand powder were reported in 21 states from Aug. 22 to Dec. 30, 2025.
Bilt offers credit cards with 10% APR after Trump proposes interest cap
FIntech company Bilt pounced on the opportunity to roll out low-APR credi cards, as big banks push back on proposed rate cap.
Apple, Google face pressure to remove X and Grok from their app stores
Grok faces mounting scrutiny from government officials and advocacy groups after people used the AI chatbot to create sexualized images of minors and women.
Verizon says outage resolved after customers lost service for hours
A Verizon spokesperson told CBS News that an outage that customers reported beginning around noon Eastern Time had been resolved.
ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
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ICE officer shoots man in leg in Minneapolis after shovel attack, officials say
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot a man Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Trump admin. reverses sudden cuts in mental health, addiction programs
The Trump administration reversed cuts to grants for mental health and addiction treatment programs that a CBS News source said were valued at around $1.9 billion.
Chicago mayor explains how he's tackling the city's life expectancy gap
In 2023, life expectancy in the Loop was 87.3 years, while in West Garfield Park, life expectancy was just 66.6 years, according to the city's Health Department.
Trump administration investigates 5 Democrats over their video to troops
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
What to know about Havana Syndrome and a device that might be linked to it
Years after the first reports of Havana Syndrome emerged, U.S. officials have obtained and are testing a device that could be linked to the debilitating condition.
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Trump admin. reverses sudden cuts in mental health, addiction programs
The Trump administration reversed cuts to grants for mental health and addiction treatment programs that a CBS News source said were valued at around $1.9 billion.
Chicago mayor explains how he's tackling the city's life expectancy gap
In 2023, life expectancy in the Loop was 87.3 years, while in West Garfield Park, life expectancy was just 66.6 years, according to the city's Health Department.
Recalled "super greens" supplement linked to dozens of salmonella cases, CDC says
Illnesses linked to the New York-based Live it Up Super Greens brand powder were reported in 21 states from Aug. 22 to Dec. 30, 2025.
Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
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U.S. forces seize sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker
The seizure comes as President Trump is set to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado Thursday at the White House.
FIFA says it's received more than 500 million World Cup ticket requests
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
Iran opposition leader says "haven't reached the moment" to topple regime
As Trump steps back from threats against Iran, Kurdish Iranian opposition group says it's ready to help topple the regime, but the time isn't right yet.
2 tons of cocaine seized after boat chased down in Pacific, video shows
The world's largest cocaine-producing country is facing pressure from the U.S. to tackle drug trafficking.
What to know about Havana Syndrome and a device that might be linked to it
Years after the first reports of Havana Syndrome emerged, U.S. officials have obtained and are testing a device that could be linked to the debilitating condition.
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Actor Timothy Busfield held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Ali Larter talks what's ahead in "Landman"
Actor Ali Larter plays Angela Harris, the ex-wife of an oilman played by Billy Bob Thornton in the Paramount+ series "Landman." She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, working with Thornton and how she landed her role.
Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
François Arnaud on "Heated Rivalry" series
Francois Arnaud joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the popular series "Heated Rivalry," based on the "Game Changers" book series. It follows rising hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. What begins as a fling between two rivals turns into a yearslong journey of love, denial and self discovery. Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a closeted gay professional hockey player in the same league who has fallen in love with a smoothie shop worker. He talks about the message in the series and how it developed into a hit show.
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Details on Verizon cell phone outage
A widespread Verizon outage hit the U.S. on Wednesday, leaving thousands of customers without service. CBS News' Karen Hua has more.
Apple, Google face pressure to remove X and Grok from their app stores
Grok faces mounting scrutiny from government officials and advocacy groups after people used the AI chatbot to create sexualized images of minors and women.
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.
ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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.
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Au pair testifies in double murder trial
Testimony continues in the trial of Brendan Banfield, who is accused of plotting a double murder with his family's au pair - a woman he was secretly having an affair with. On Wednesday, the au pair, who is the prosecution's key witness, faced hours of intense cross-examination. Jericka Duncan reports.
2 tons of cocaine seized after boat chased down in Pacific, video shows
The world's largest cocaine-producing country is facing pressure from the U.S. to tackle drug trafficking.
Au pair testifies ex-lover plotted murders of wife and stranger
Juliana Peres Magalhães testified that she turned against her former lover in a double homicide scheme involving his wife because she "wanted the truth to come out."
ICE officer shoots man in leg in Minneapolis after shovel attack, officials say
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot a man Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Actor Timothy Busfield held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
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Astronauts return after mission cut short
A NASA crew splashed down off the coast of California on Thursday weeks earlier than scheduled due to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station dealing with a medical issue. Mark Strassmann reports on the unprecedented mission home.
Astronauts back on Earth after medical issue cut mission short
Four space station Crew 11 fliers splashed down off the Southern California coast at 3:41 a.m. ET, closing out a 167-day stay in space cut short by a medical issue.
Former NASA astronaut on ISS undocking
The members of SpaceX Crew-11 undocked from the International Space Station on Wednesday, beginning their journey back to Earth. The crew is leaving a month early after NASA announced that an unnamed team member experienced an undisclosed "medical concern." Clayton Anderson, a former NASA astronaut who spent time on the ISS, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
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Au pair testifies in double murder trial
Testimony continues in the trial of Brendan Banfield, who is accused of plotting a double murder with his family's au pair - a woman he was secretly having an affair with. On Wednesday, the au pair, who is the prosecution's key witness, faced hours of intense cross-examination. Jericka Duncan reports.
U.S. reduces personnel at airbase in Qatar
U.S. officials said some personnel have been advised to evacuate a major airbase in Qatar as a "precautionary measure" due to the tensions with Iran. The Al Udeid airbase is the largest U.S. military base in the Middle East. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Protests in Minneapolis after ICE shooting
An ICE officer shot a Venezuelan man after apparently being attacked by men with shovels, according to U.S. officials. Protests soon followed. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
Astronauts back on Earth after ISS evacuation
A crew of astronauts evacuated the International Space Station and returned to Earth after one member experienced health concerns. CBS News' Bill Harwood has the latest.
Division remains over Greenland's future
The foreign ministers of Greenland and Denmark say differences remain about Greenland's future after meeting with officials at the White House on Wednesday. In the meeting, the Danes reiterated the territory is not for sale, but they welcome a U.S. presence. President Trump has insisted the U.S. needs Greenland for national security.