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Former Navy officer Chris Ring is swimming down the Mississippi River to raise awareness of fallen service members. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has the latest on his journey.
Navy officer Randall Smith died from injuries he suffered in the recent attack on two military facilities in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He was struck in a barrage of gunfire when Mohommod Yousuff Abdulaeez allegedly began shooting at the naval facility where Smith was on duty. Anthony Mason and Vinita Nair report.
At least two Marines and a police officer were shot at a military recruiting center in Chattanooga, Tennessee Thursday morning. CBSN's Meg Oliver spoke to Caroline Taylor, a woman who works near the scene.
The Obama administration faces growing tension as China expands its military presence outside its borders into areas such as the South China Sea, which the White House calls critical to American national security. Seth Doane reports on China's new plans for a more assertive military strategy from Beijing.
Opening statements are expected Wednesday in the trial of Eddie Ray Routh. The former Marine is accused of fatally shooting Chris Kyle, the former Navy SEAL depicted in the Oscar-nominated movie "American Sniper." CBS News' Mark Strassman talks about what to expect from the trial.
The Navy is celebrating the firefighter of the future. The robot is called SAFFiR, weighs 143 pounds and stands about six feet tall. Right now, it is a prototype, but the Navy hopes one day it will inspect damage on ships. Charlie Rose reports.
Bradley Cooper and Sienna Miller talk about their roles in the Oscar-nominated film, "American Sniper," and how they developed a true appreciation for soldiers and military families.
In Clint Eastwood’s new film “American Sniper,” British actress Sienna Miller plays the wife of U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle. The movie, based on a true story, follows Kyle's struggle to balance his role as a highly-skilled sniper as well as a father and husband. Anthony Mason sits down with Miller and Chris Kyle’s real wife, Taya Kyle, and asks Taya what it was like to see herself on the big screen.
The Navy has released photos and video of its new laser gun blasting targets. The device is much cheaper than the current system at less than a dollar per shot.
Each year, 200 wounded service members and veterans compete in seven Paralympic sports. One of this year's participants, retired naval aircrewman Brett Parks, tells us how the competition has helped his recovery. Lauren Moraski reports.
CBS News State Department Correspondent Margaret Brennan talks with Kenneth Lieberthal, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, about why China's rise is raising some tensions with neighbors, and what the U.S. can do to defuse that tension
Former Navy SEAL Robert O'Neill claimed that he was the one to fire the shot that killed Osama bin Laden in the 2011 raid. Now O'Neill, who was sworn to secrecy after the raid, is taking criticism. Margaret Brennan reports.
Nick Dietz compiles some of the week's best viral videos, including motorcycle chariot racing, a musical tribute to Shia LeBeouf and a combat ship side launched into a river. Plus, a Chihuahua that, when held by a certain someone, freezes up like it was crossbred with a possum. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE.
Dr. Dilip Joseph was captured by the Taliban in 2012, and now he is telling his story in a new book, “Kidnapped by the Taliban.” Joseph spoke to CBS News correspondent Chip Reid about the SEAL team and the member who died during the rescue.
Dr. Dilip Joseph was captured by the Taliban in 2012, and now he is telling his story in a new book, “Kidnapped by the Taliban.” Joseph spoke to CBS News correspondent Chip Reid about the SEAL rescue operation.
A video released by the U.S. Navy shows sailors directing aircraft on the flight deck of the USS George H.W. Bush, an aircraft carrier stationed in the Arabian Gulf to provide a staging ground for air strikes against Islamist militants in Iraq and Syria.
The museum is a powerful emotional journey, beginning with the moment the first plane hit the north tower and now closing with a new display focusing on the death of Osama bin Laden. Jim Axelrod reports.
The Obama administration on Friday accused a Chinese fighter jet of conducting a "dangerous intercept" of a U.S. Navy surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft off the coast of China in international airspace. Margaret Brennan reports.
The U.S. Navy released new footage of F/A-18 Hornet recoveries and launches aboard the USS George H.W. Bush in the Arabian Gulf after President Obama authorized their use for airstrikes in Iraq.
The U.S. Marines recently tested out a prototype version of the Ultra Heavy-Lift Amphibious Connector in the waters off of Oahu, Hawaii. The new vehicle is expected to be the next generation of ship-to-shore transport for the U.S. Navy, and can carry a payload of almost 200 tons.
The mile-long public tour of the Pentagon is impressive, and so is the training that the tour guides go through. CBS News' Kylie Atwood reports.
It’s been credited for creating the American middle class after WWII, allowing millions of military veterans to go to college. CBS News special correspondent James Brown has the story of one man whose entire life changed forever thanks to the G.I. Bill.
CBS News’ Scott Pelley interviewed U.S. Navy Commander Reid Wiseman and Dr. Steven Swanson, two astronauts aboard the International Space Station, about Wiseman’s tweets and their mission.
James Webb answered the call nearly a half-century ago, and has been trying to serve his country ever since. National security correspondent David Martin interviews the former Marine and Vietnam Vet who has also served as Secretary of the Navy and in the U.S. Senate.
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel tells Naval Academy graduates to do their part to end the scourge of military sexual assault.
President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will be reopened "immediately," once the memorandum of understanding is signed.
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship in 53 years with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
A pilot survived after a fighter jet crashed into a mountain Saturday afternoon in Yakima County, Washington, sparking a wildfire, officials said.
Mexican authorities are investigating how a corpse ended up outside a stadium in the border city of Tijuana, where Iran's national team has been training for the World Cup.
A pilot survived after a fighter jet crashed into a mountain Saturday afternoon in Yakima County, Washington, sparking a wildfire, officials said.
The last words spoken by Angela Prichard, 55, an Iowa wife and mother who called 911 to report she was in danger, was the first clue investigators had to identify her killer.
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee, owns 6,500 company shares. On the first day of public trading, his wealth ballooned by $1,046,175.
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
The FBI executed a search warrant at the office of an Ohio-based group known for its voter registration work as part of an ongoing fraud-related investigation, sources told CBS News.
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
Mexican authorities are investigating how a corpse ended up outside a stadium in the border city of Tijuana, where Iran's national team has been training for the World Cup.
Ukraine's General Staff said that its forces had hit an oil preparation and pumping station overnight in Russia's Volgograd region.
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
James Boyard is the cabinet director of Haiti's Defense Ministry and also serves as inspector general of Haiti's police.
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
The White House is readying for Sunday's UFC event as questions remain over peace negotiations with Iran. Plus, the U.S. dominated Paraguay 4-1 in the team's first World Cup game.
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Mind Over Matter."
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Evergreen."
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Different Kind of Love."
The Justice Department has given the merger between CBS News' parent company, Paramount Skydance, and Warner Bros. Discovery the green light. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the latest.
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
Residents near SpaceX's South Texas campus have mixed opinions about Elon Musk's company and its plans to expand operations. CBS News' Jason Allen reports from Starbase, Texas.
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.
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
Residents are protesting plans for a 70,000-square-foot data center near the Nashville Zoo. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
The last words spoken by Angela Prichard, 55, an Iowa wife and mother who called 911 to report she was in danger, was the first clue investigators had to identify her killer.
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
James Boyard is the cabinet director of Haiti's Defense Ministry and also serves as inspector general of Haiti's police.
On Wednesday, a 45-year-old gunman opened fire on police in Midland, Texas, allegedly refusing to surrender to police. He fled, finally barricading himself in an abandoned veterinary building and shooting wildly. All of those shot were civilians. The gunman was found dead on Friday, with the FBI and state agencies investigating. Jason Allen has more.
At least one person is dead, and 10 others are injured after a gunman opened fire in Midland, Texas, on Friday. The shooter died after a standoff with police. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen reports.
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
A woman repeatedly called police for help when she was attacked, stalked, and intimidated by her husband. It didn't stop him from killing her. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Game 5 of the NBA Finals is in San Antonio on Saturday, and the big question is whether the Knicks clinch or the Spurs survive. Game 4 was the most-watched game ever on social media with 3 billion views and counting. Doug Williams reports from San Antonio.
This week, a federal judge struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas. The much higher fee was intended to prevent foreign workers from taking American jobs. But some business owners say the U.S. depends on that talent. Shanelle Kaul reports.
The Royal family gathered on the balcony at Buckingham Palace on Saturday to greet the crowds and watch a Royal Air Force flyover in celebration of the king. Holly Williams has more from London.
The heat is on for the World Cup and so is the temperature. Saturday's matches will be played with the mercury in the 80s. Nicole Valdes reports on the U.S.'s dominating debut.