5 men rescued from 120-foot deep cave in Virginia
Officials said the group was 120 feet deep and not equipped with proper climbing gear when they got trapped Sunday morning
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Why thieves smell treasure in used cooking oil
Also known as yellow grease, it's one of the renewable components of biodiesel — and it's in rising demand
Severe weather wreaks havoc on holiday weekend travel
Thousands were without power Saturday morning as several towns tried to recover from days of devastating weather
For $2 a plant, you can board your orchid with an expert
"You sort of feel guilty throwing away a living plant. It'd be like throwing away your dog. You can't do that."
5 killed by storms as severe weather moves east
The storm system stretches from Florida to New England
Terry McAuliffe rules out 2020 run
Former Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe said Wednesday he will not be running for president in the 2020 election. McAuliffe, a former Democratic fundraiser and DNC chief, said he wants to focus on flipping his home state of Virginia.
Ex-Virginia Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe not running in 2020
McAuliffe, a longtime friend of the Clintons, told CBS News podcast "The Takeout" in 2018 that he believed he could beat President Trump in a head-to-head matchup
Ground beef likely cause of 6-state E. coli outbreak
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday said no common supplier, distributor or brand of the meat has been identified
NCAA men's basketball title game preview
Virginia and Texas Tech face off Monday in the NCAA men's basketball championship game in Minneapolis. CBS Sports college basketball writer Reid Forgrave joins CBSN to break down the matchup and the keys to victory.
NCAA men's championship game set
The Virginia Cavaliers and Texas Tech Red Raiders will face off in the NCAA men's basketball tournament championship. David Gardner, staff writer for Bleacher Report, joins CBSN to preview the big game.
Sailor injured, gunman dead in shooting at Virginia naval base
A male sailor shot and wounded a female sailor before security personnel at a Virginia base fatally shot him, U.S. Navy officials said Friday
Final Four tips off in Minneapolis
Virginia will play Auburn and Texas Tech takes on Michigan State in Minneapolis to compete for spots in the NCAA championship game. CBS Sports college basketball writer Reid Forgrave previews the Final Four matchups.
Justin Fairfax denies sexual assault claims
Virginia's embattled lieutenant governor is urging prosecutors in two states to investigate sexual assault allegations against him. Justin Fairfax spoke publicly Wednesday for the first time since Vanessa Tyson and Meredith Watson detailed their accusations to "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King. He said the women's allegations are not true. Jeff Pegues reports.
Justin Fairfax denies assault allegations
Virginia's Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax continues to deny the allegations of sexual assault against him, telling reporters Wednesday that he would release the results of a polygraph test and that he looked forward to "clearing my good name." He also said he would cooperate with any law enforcement investigations.
Va. lawmakers disagree on Fairfax hearing
Republican lawmakers in Virginia say Democrats are blocking a public hearing into damaging allegations against Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax. Vanessa Tyson and Meredith Watson Fairfax sexually assaulted them. They're asking to testify in front of state legislators. Fairfax, a Democrat, has categorically denied the allegations. Jeff Pegues reports.
Virginia Lt. Gov. Fairfax again denies sex assault claims, offers polygraph
Fairfax addressed the claims after two accusers talked about their alleged assaults to "CBS This Morning"
Family left with $40,000 bill for son's air ambulance
When Joseph Penrod's son accidentally swallowed prescription pills, he was airlifted to a better hospital
Fairfax accuser on scrutiny and criticism
A few days after Vanessa Tyson publicly alleged that Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax sexually assaulted her, Meredith Watson stepped forward with claims that Fairfax raped her in 2000 when they were both students at Duke University. Watson and Tyson say they have never met. Fairfax denies these allegations. Watson said the Me Too movement gave her hope that her voice would be heard, but she tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King she believes her past has been unfairly scrutinized since she stepped forward publicly with her story.
Fairfax accuser calls alleged rape "betrayal"
Two women who accuse Virginia’s lieutenant governor of sexual assault are speaking out. Vanessa Tyson and Meredith Watson both want to testify against Justin Fairfax, who is second-in-line for the governor's seat. The women say they've never met. Fairfax denies their assault allegations. Watson tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King that Fairfax assaulted and raped her in 2000 when they were both students at Duke University. Some of the details she shared with us are disturbing.
Accuser says Justin Fairfax referenced her prior alleged sex assault
Meredith Watson says she believes the now-Virginia lieutenant governor preyed on her because he knew she had been assaulted before
Fairfax accuser calls for public hearing
Two women who accuses Virginia's lieutenant governor of sexual assault are calling for a public hearing. Vanessa Tyson and Meredith Watson gave their first television interviews to "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King. Chip Reid reports.
Justin Fairfax accuser calls for a public hearing
Two women accusing Fairfax of assault spoke to "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King. Fairfax denies both accusers' accusations
Previewing the NCAA tournament's South Region
As the No. 2 seed in the South Region, Tennessee is hoping to reach the Final Four after a blowout loss to Auburn in the championship game of the SEC Tournament. To get there, the team could have to face top-seeded Virginia and a host of other challengers. Rick Russo, sports director for WVLT-TV in Knoxville, Tennessee, joins CBSN to break down the bracket.
Justin Fairfax accuser on alleged sex assault: "I couldn't feel my neck"
Vanessa Tyson is one of two women who accuse Virginia's lieutenant governor of sexual assault
Fairfax accuser on why she came forward
The first of two women accusing Virginia’s lieutenant governor of sexual assault says it's her civic duty to come forward. Vanessa Tyson says Justin Fairfax assaulted her in 2004. He categorically denies the allegations. When Tyson and Meredith Watson first told their stories, Fairfax compared himself to victims of lynching. Tyson responded to his claim in an interview with “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home after new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
The second gold medal of the Milano Cortina Games was awarded to Frida Karlsson of Sweden in the women's 10km+10km skiathlon.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
Where you can watch the 2026 Winter Olympics live
Don't miss a moment of the Winter Olympics. Here's how to watch live, for free and stream the action without cable.
Bad Bunny set for historic Super Bowl performance
Coming off a historic Grammy win, Bad Bunny is gearing up to make even more history at this weekend's Super Bowl. The musician is set to be the first Super Bowl headliner to perform completely in Spanish. Leila Cobo, co-chief content officer at Billboard, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
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Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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.
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Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home after new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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?
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The Sneak Attack on Katlyn Lyon | Post Mortem
48 Hours correspondents Erin Moriarty and Anne-Marie Green discuss the murder of Katlyn Lyon Montgomery and how her family turned to TikTok to demand justice.
Woman speaks out after surviving glioblastoma
Becca Valle thought her headaches were migraines. Brain surgery found a deadly form of cancer.
Officials review new message in Guthrie case
Officials said they are "aware of a new message" in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance on Friday. Authorities have not given details on the contents of the message. Former FBI special agent FBI Doug Kouns joins CBS News to discuss.
Man spent decades making model of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost one million structures. Steve Hartman has the story.
Officials shut down man's free bus rides
After a licensed school bus driver finished his route, he decided to help after seeing lots of other children walking to school in the cold. As Tony Dokoupil reports, the offer was short-lived.