U.S. designates Cartel de los Soles a terror group, but is it a cartel?
The Trump administration has designated the Cartel de los Soles a terrorist organization, but some say the Venezuelan entity is "not a group" at all.
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No Escape
Madisonville, Kentucky is the type of small rural town where people still say "good morning" to each other on the street. But as Morley Safer reports, even middle-class Madisonville has fallen prey to drug addiction, a scourge no longer confined to the nation's big cities and suburbs.
Fentanyl, heroin and cocaine found in car muffler at U.S.-Mexico border
Nearly 17 pounds total of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine were found in the car. More than 1,610 pounds of illegal drugs were seized in the region last week, according to Customs and Border Protection.
DEA cracking down on pill presses
Federal law enforcement officials are cracking down on pill presses, which drug traffickers can purchase online and use to pump out thousands of fentanyl pills an hour. Nicole Sganga takes an inside look at the efforts to seize these machines and prevent their sale.
LA aims to charge dealers for fentanyl deaths
The number of overdose deaths in the U.S. has nearly doubled in the last four years to more than 112,000 in 2023. Carter Evans takes an in-depth look at how a new task force in Los Angeles is holding dealers accountable.
Oregon drug decriminalization facing backlash
CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi tours the streets of Portland, Oregon, to see firsthand the effects of drug decriminalization. The measure is having a positive effect for some, but it is facing public backlash.
Fentanyl's effect in Los Angeles County
There was more than a 1,600% increase in accidental fentanyl overdose deaths since 2016 in Los Angeles County, according to a new report by the county's Department of Public Health. Dr. Gary Tsai, the director of the Substance Abuse Prevention and Control division of the department, joins CBS News with insight on the new report.
Meth, cocaine found in jalapeño paste shipment
Customs and Border Protection officials said more than 3,000 lbs of methamphetamine and cocaine were found hidden in bins of jalapeño paste in a tractor-trailer at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Supreme Court weighs legal shield for Sacklers
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case over a settlement for victims of the opioid crisis. Approving the settlement would mean shielding the Sackler family, the former owners of Purdue Pharma, from future lawsuits. Jan Crawford reports.
Inside a secret bunker for seized fentanyl
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has seized thousands of pounds of fentanyl and its chemical precursors. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga was given a rare, up-close look at the fight against synthetic opioids.
CBP chief on the fight against fentanyl
In an unmarked building at an undisclosed location in California, hidden in a vault and locked behind security gates, are thousands of pounds of fentanyl and its chemical precursors seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. Nicole Sganga has more.
Record-breaking 17,600 pounds of cocaine seized in the Netherlands
The drugs were shipped from Ecuador via Panama to Rotterdam and are worth around $660 million, Rotterdam's public prosecutor's office said in a news statement.
Largest-ever "narco sub" found off Colombia
The largest-ever Colombian "narco sub" was intercepted in the Pacific Ocean, with 3 tons of cocaine found on board, authorities say.
DEA employs new strategy in fentanyl fight
The Drug Enforcement Administration is using a new method in its fight against fentanyl by targeting the entire trafficking network. Nancy Cordes has details.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder starts cannabis nonprofit to support social causes
The nonprofit aims to get people convicted of nonviolent cannabis offenses out of prison.
3 sons of "El Chapo" charged in fentanyl case
Three sons of former drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán were among 28 people charged in a federal fentanyl trafficking investigation Friday.
U.S. sanctions Chinese suppliers of chemicals for fentanyl production
The DEA has been calling on the Chinese government to crack down on supply chain networks producing precursor chemicals.
Nurse practitioner dubbed "Rock Doc" convicted of illegally prescribing opioids
Last week a federal jury convicted 49-year-old Jeffrey Young for illegally prescribing opioids, including oxycodone and fentanyl, from his medical practice Preventagenix in Jackson.
FDA approves overdose-reversing Narcan for over-the-counter sale
In the 12-month period ending in Oct. 2022, the United States recorded 101,750 overdose deaths, primarily from opioids.
Fentanyl seizures rise at U.S.-Mexico border — here's why
GOP lawmakers have incorrectly blamed the spike in fentanyl overdoses on migrants, whom they blame for bringing the drugs across the border.
More than 100 people charged with gun, drug crimes in 3 states
Authorities in Georgia, West Virginia and New York said the charges included crimes such as fentanyl trafficking, gun trafficking and more.
Ex-heavyweight boxer charged with trafficking over $1 billion of cocaine
Prosecutors allege that Goran Gogic and others used "meticulous planning" to transport cocaine from Colombia to Europe through U.S. ports.
Pennsylvania offers pardon application for select lower-level marijuana convictions
The goal of the Pennsylvania Marijuana Pardon Project is to pardon those with non-violent, minor marijuana convictions.
Thailand becomes 1st Asian nation to largely legalize marijuana
"If we have the right awareness, cannabis is like gold, something valuable, and should be promoted," the country's health minister said.
"Reduce the harm": New supervised drug sites aim to prevent overdoses
Overdose prevention centers have opened in the U.S. in an effort to curb the nation's drug epidemic.
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Iran war keeps Strait of Hormuz paralyzed and oil prices over $100
Iran war could escalate further as Trump threatens to hit key oil infrastructure if Tehran doesn't drop its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
Who won Oscars for 2026? See the full winners list here
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
U.S. searches for answers to Iran's arsenal of cheap drones
The Iran war is testing the U.S. military's ability to combat Iran's drones in a cost-effective way. Emerging laser tech, designed to zap drones out of the sky, may help.
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U.S. intel shows Iran's late leader was wary of son in power, sources say
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
The Iran war is making it harder for Fed officials to cut interest rates
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
Suspect who played key role in "El Mencho" raid is arrested
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said .
Weather threats bring blizzard conditions, early heat wave to parts of U.S.
A severe weather front has dumped heavy snow on the Upper Midwest, caused thunderstorms in the South and threatens Mid-Atlantic states with rain and possible tornadoes.
5th member of Iran women's soccer team changes mind on asylum in Australia
A fifth of seven members of the Iran women's soccer team who accepted refugee visas to stay in Australia has changed her mind, a sport official says.
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FCC Chair Brendan Carr says broadcast licenses are not a "property right"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News Saturday, Federal Communications Chair Brendan Carr doubled down on his warning that broadcast licenses could be revoked amid President Trump's criticisms of media coverage of the war in Iran.
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Women's March Madness brackets are set
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Iran war is making it harder for Fed officials to cut interest rates
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
U.S. beats Dominican Republic 2-1 to advance to WBC final
The United States will face the winner of Monday's semifinal between Italy and Venezuela in Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game.
"All the Empty Rooms" wins Oscar for memorializing kids killed in school shootings
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
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The Iran war is making it harder for Fed officials to cut interest rates
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
How would escorting oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz work?
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Chart shows what you're paying for when you buy a gallon of gas
U.S. gas prices are surging as the Iran war drives up the global cost of oil. But what exactly accounts for what you pay at the pump?
High oil prices are boosting airfares. These tips could save you money.
Planning a trip? Travel experts recommend booking your flight soon as the Iran war drives up airline and ticket costs.
These 2 bills would erase income taxes for millions of Americans
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
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Crenshaw on primary loss: "Are you going to believe everything you read online?"
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, whose term as representative of Texas' 2nd congressional district is set to end following his loss in the Republican primary earlier this month, appeared on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sunday.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and Rep. Dan Crenshaw join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Dan Crenshaw on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 15, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Dan Crenshaw, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 15, 2026.
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Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Disease once linked to mining hits workers in countertops industry
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
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Suspect who played key role in "El Mencho" raid is arrested
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said.
Ecuador launches U.S.-backed anti-drug operations: "We're at war"
The operation marks the latest joint show of force against drug cartels in the South American country.
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Iran war keeps Strait of Hormuz paralyzed and oil prices over $100
Iran war could escalate further as Trump threatens to hit key oil infrastructure if Tehran doesn't drop its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
5th member of Iran women's soccer team changes mind on asylum in Australia
A fifth of seven members of the Iran women's soccer team who accepted refugee visas to stay in Australia has changed her mind, a sport official says.
U.S. beats Dominican Republic 2-1 to advance to WBC final
The United States will face the winner of Monday's semifinal between Italy and Venezuela in Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game.
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"All the Empty Rooms" wins Oscar for memorializing kids killed in school shootings
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
Movie theaters still struggling with attendance
The North American box office grossed $9 billion last year, far below pre-pandemic numbers. One survey found only half of Americans said they saw a movie in theaters last year. Gwen Baumgardner reports.
Tie at 2026 Oscars for Best Live-Action Short marks 7th such rare award moment
As Kumail Nanjiani took the stage to announce the winner for Best Live-Action Short at the 98th annual Academy Awards, the actor exclaimed: "And the Oscar goes to ... it's a tie."
Who won Oscars for 2026? See the full winners list here
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
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Hosted by Mo Rocca. Featured: Hollywood, the Dream Factory; "Peaky Blinders" actor Cillian Murphy; Marc Jacobs and Sofia Coppola; John Mayer and McG preserve a Hollywood landmark; a Russian schoolteacher's resistance documented in "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"; and a tribute to documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman.
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Solar farm development faces pushback
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Jury deliberates in social media trial
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
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.
3 teens took part in a weeklong experiment to curb screen time. It worked.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
How Pentagon-Anthropic AI dispute escalated
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Suspect who played key role in "El Mencho" raid is arrested
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said.
Ecuador launches U.S.-backed anti-drug operations: "We're at war"
The operation marks the latest joint show of force against drug cartels in the South American country.
Murder-for-hire scheme uncovered in investigation of slain teacher
Jocelyn Peters, a beloved third grade teacher in St. Louis, Missouri, was shot to death in her sleep. The crime scene held an unusual clue – something one detective says he had never seen before.
Players Championship start delayed amid manhunt for murder suspect
Suspect Christian Barrios, 32, shot two people multiple times Friday night, St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick said.
Judge in Charlie Kirk murder case makes ruling on media access
Prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty for Tyler Robinson, 22, who is charged with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of Charlie Kirk.
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Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite re-enters Earth's atmosphere after 14 years in space
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
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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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Iran foreign minister on U.S. negotiations
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi contradicted President Trump's claims about Tehran seeking a deal to end the war in the Middle East. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Ramy Inocencio report.
Trump presses Strait of Hormuz to reopen
President Trump is calling on other countries to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway south of Iran that's crucial to moving oil tankers in and out of the Persian Gulf. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
Israel strikes Tehran as Iran fires back
Israel attacked Tehran overnight as explosions continue across Lebanon against Hezbollah. Meanwhile, Iran and Hezbollah launched one of their most intense rocket and missile strikes across Israel since fighting began. Charlie D'Agata has the latest on the Iran war.
Airline CEOs ask Congress to fund DHS
As the partial government shutdown continues, travelers are dealing with flight cancellations and long security lines at some airports due in part to staffing issues. On Sunday, airline CEOs sent a letter to Congress calling on politicians to reach a deal to fund DHS.
Eye Opener: Storm brings record-breaking snow
Winter isn't over yet as a late-season storm drops record-breaking snow in parts of the Midwest. Plus, President Trump demands help to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as oil prices rise. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.