3/16/2025: Full Episode
First, an investigation into U.S. drone swarm mysteries dating back years. Then, a report on DEI and a cancelled U.S. Marine Band concert. And, Werner Herzog: The 60 Minutes Interview.
More Full Episodes
More Full Episodes
8/20: 60 Minutes
60 Minutes investigates first ISIS-claimed attack in U.S. and what the FBI knew; New generation of drones set to revolutionize warfare; Man returns to childhood home against the odds.
8/13: 60 Minutes
Are U.S. jobs vulnerable to workers with H-1B visas?; then, popular Remington 700 rifle linked to potentially deadly defect; and, horse racing that's not for the fainthearted.
8/6: 60 Minutes
60 Minutes revisits the painful story of school children murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut; then, 60 Minutes investigates medical gear sold during Ebola crisis; and, architect Peter Marino calls his tattooed biker look "a decoy."
Prisoner 760, The Picasso Portfolio
Does torture get good intel? Ex-Gitmo detainee says, "No"; then, a Picasso mystery examined by 60 Minutes.
7/23: 60 Minutes
Ex-Governor Bob McDonnell on SCOTUS overturning his conviction; then, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg's sons tell Anderson Cooper how it felt to be the children of the infamous spies.
7/16: 60 Minutes
Should the U.S. government pay ransom money? Lesley Stahl reports. Then, restoring eyesight with a simple, inexpensive surgery; and, how Chinese artist Ai Weiwei became an enemy-of-the-state.
7/9: 60 Minutes
Can Alzheimer's be prevented? A family may hold the key. "Breaking Bad's" Bryan Cranston on unexpectedly making it big.
7/2: 60 Minutes
How an American became the leader of an ISIS cell; then, disturbing footage of circus animal abuse leads to widespread reform; and, hear music created by inmates and guards in a Malawi prison.
6/18: 60 Minutes
Fighting for life in Syria's vicious civil war; then, Steve Kroft reports on how cash-starved countries offer citizenship for a price; and, chess instills new dreams in kids from rural Mississippi county.
6/4: 60 Minutes
Putin critic says he's one of the lucky ones: "I'm still here;" then, Chobani's billionaire founder on creating jobs in America; and, saving Africa's endangered mountain gorilla.
5/28: 60 Minutes
At nearly 100, Bataan Death March survivor Ben Skardon marches on; then, wildfires are on the rise due to drought and climate change; and, technology that could change how humans live and work in space.
5/21: 60 Minutes
Anderson Cooper investigates Brazil's massive corruption scandal; then, an informant says he was planted in Orange County jail to snitch; and, "space archaeology" transforms how ancient sites are discovered.
5/21: 60 Minutes
Places of worship take stand against Trump's immigration crackdown; then, the unconventional and controversial style of the sheriff at one of the largest jails in the country; and, how Chinese artist Ai Weiwei became an enemy-of-the-state.
5/14: 60 Minutes
Fired FBI Director James Comey in 2014: "You cannot trust people in power;" then, what bin Laden documents reveal about al Qaeda; and did life ever exist on Mars? It could have.
5/7: 60 Minutes
Deported man's wife and friends rethink voting for Trump; then, what the last Nuremberg prosecutor alive wants the world to know; and, how the Chicago Cubs finally won the World Series after 108 years.
More From 60 Minutes
Werner Herzog on the role of "good criminal energy" in making movies
At director Werner Herzog's so-called "film school for rogues," he shows students how to forge a shooting permit. With more than 70 movies to his name, Herzog says making movies requires going outside the norm.
Werner Herzog on how far he'll go to get a movie made
Werner Herzog had never even seen a movie until he was 11. Now 82, the visionary director is working constantly, still making movies no one else would or could ever dream of.
Drone swarms inside the U.S. could be spying
The U.S. military is searching for ways to track and stop drone swarms flying over sensitive national security sites.
Confronting the threat posed by mystery drone swarms over the U.S.
Drones have repeatedly swarmed sensitive military sites. Current and former Air Force generals, along with a senior member of Congress, say the incursions pose a security threat.
3/16/2025: Under the Radar; America’s Own; Werner Herzog
First, an investigation into U.S. drone swarm mysteries dating back years. Then, a report on DEI and a cancelled U.S. Marine Band concert. And, Werner Herzog: The 60 Minutes Interview.
Trump administration DEI order forces cancellation of concert with students
After an executive order ending DEI initiatives, the U.S. Marine Band canceled a concert featuring young musicians of color. Veterans stepped in to mentor the aspiring musicians.
Social Security Administration changes
After a 2023 60 Minutes report, Social Security said it would claw back no more than 10% of a person’s monthly check to recover an overpayment. That changed earlier this month under President Trump.
U.S. drone swarm mysteries date back years
Drones have repeatedly swarmed sensitive military sites. Current and former Air Force generals, along with a senior member of Congress, say the incursions pose a security threat.
DEI and a cancelled U.S. Marine Band concert
After an executive order ending DEI initiatives, the U.S. Marine Band canceled a concert featuring young musicians of color. Veterans stepped in to mentor the aspiring musicians.
Werner Herzog: The 60 Minutes Interview
Werner Herzog had never even seen a movie until he was 11. Now 82, the visionary director is working constantly, still making movies no one else would or could ever dream of.
U.S.
More U.S.
82-year-old arrested after DNA pegs him as suspect in 1979 cold case
Rodger Zodas Brown, 82, has been arrested and charged in the 1979 murder of Kathryn Donohue.
Louisiana's first nitrogen gas scheduled to move forward today
The decision by a state court judge in Baton Rouge paved the way for Louisiana's first nitrogen gas execution to move forward Tuesday evening.
Judge finds DOGE's shutdown of USAID likely unconstitutional
U.S. District Judge Theodore Chuang ruled in favor of a group of more than two dozen unnamed former and current USAID employees and contractors.
IRS agents who investigated Hunter Biden promoted by Trump administration
Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler were tapped by the treasury secretary to lead reform efforts at the IRS.
Government provides some details about deportation flights in response to judge
Some information demanded by a judge about flights carrying alleged Tren de Aragua gang members is likely to remain private, the Justice Department said.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Frontier's free checked bag promo targets angry Southwest customers
Frontier is offering a "divorce your old airline" deal after Southwest ends its longstanding "bags fly free" policy.
What Social Security says to do if you're incorrectly listed as dead
An incorrect report of death "can be devastating" SSA says, as restoring benefits is a long and challenging process.
China EV maker BYD says new cars can be charged in 5 minutes
New flash-charging system can power cars for 250 miles in close to the same time it takes to refuel a gas tank.
Investors are fleeing U.S. stocks as tariff risks loom
Mounting concerns about the Trump administration's trade policies are driving institutional investors away from U.S. stocks.
Google parent Alphabet to buy Wiz cybersecurity firm for $32 billion
The agreement comes after the cybersecurity startup rejected Google owner's original $23 billion proposal last July.
Politics
More Politics
Judge finds DOGE's shutdown of USAID likely unconstitutional
U.S. District Judge Theodore Chuang ruled in favor of a group of more than two dozen unnamed former and current USAID employees and contractors.
IRS agents who investigated Hunter Biden promoted by Trump administration
Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler were tapped by the treasury secretary to lead reform efforts at the IRS.
Government provides some details about deportation flights in response to judge
Some information demanded by a judge about flights carrying alleged Tren de Aragua gang members is likely to remain private, the Justice Department said.
Roberts says impeaching judges "not an appropriate response" to disagreement
The chief justice's statement came after President Trump called for a federal judge to be impeached.
Records show many federal workers were fired and rehired at 18 agencies
More than 24,000 federal probationary employees who worked across 18 agencies were fired as part of President Trump's efforts to reduce the size of government.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
Immediate access to test results "comes with some wrinkles," doctor says
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why immediate access to test results "is a great idea," but notes "it comes with some wrinkles."
John Green on why "Everything Is Tuberculosis"
You may think tuberculosis is an antique disease — something that happens somewhere else, in the past, or in a distant place. But tuberculosis is the most deadly infectious disease in the world. Author John Green joins to discuss his new non-fiction book "Everything Is Tuberculosis."
PepsiCo to buy prebiotic brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion
PepsiCo will acquire healthier soda brand Poppi as it strives to diversify into soda and snack offerings.
Her sudden pain was an aortic tear. An iPhone ultrasound saved her life.
Sara Adair knew she was at risk for a life-threatening aortic dissection after her father and sister experienced the same deadly condition.
Bird flu ripping through California dairy farms
California has over 1,100 dairy farms, two-thirds of which have been impacted by the bird flu outbreak. A leading suspect is contaminated milking machines. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
World
More World
Nurse given 3 life sentences for killing her 3 daughters in Greece
Greek media have dubbed Roula Pispirigou a "modern-day Medea" after a figure in Greek mythology who murders her sons.
Trump and Putin stress improving U.S.-Russia relations in phone call
Russian President Vladimir Putin told President Trump that halting foreign aid to Ukraine is key to ending the war, the Kremlin says.
FBI warns Americans of potential spring break travel dangers
The FBI advises travelers to be vigilant and avoid traveling alone.
Documents related to question over Prince Harry's immigration to be released
The conservative Heritage Foundation has been seeking access to Prince Harry's immigration files.
Antarctic base under control after researcher accused of assault, officials say
A researcher at South Africa's isolated Sanae IV base in Antarctica accused a colleague of attacking coworkers.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Leslie Bibb on the shifting dynamics in "The White Lotus"
Leslie Bibb joins season three of HBO's "The White Lotus," set in Thailand, where rekindled friendships unravel in unexpected ways.
Leslie Bibb on "The White Lotus" season 3
"The White Lotus" heads to Thailand for season three, where luxury and drama collide. Leslie Bibb stars as Kate Bohr, a woman navigating rekindled friendships that aren't as picture-perfect as they seem. She breaks down the season's rising tensions and what fans can expect.
Debra Messing on "The Alto Knights"
Emmy-winning actor Debra Messing, best known for "Will & Grace," takes on a dramatic new role in "The Alto Knights." She stars as Bobbie Costello, the wife of notorious crime boss Frank Costello, played by Robert De Niro. Messing talks about the film and her experience working with the legendary actor.
Hundreds of actors urging government not to loosen copyright laws for AI
More than 420 entertainment industry insiders, led by Natasha Lyonne, signed an open letter urging the government to uphold copyright laws that apply to artificial intelligence.
Man accused of hiding stolen ruby slippers from "Wizard of Oz" is dead
A federal judge has dismissed the charges against a Minnesota man accused of hiding a stolen pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in "The Wizard of Oz." Prosecutors informed the court Monday that he died Sunday.
Technology
More Technology
China EV maker BYD says new cars can be charged in 5 minutes
New flash-charging system can power cars for 250 miles in close to the same time it takes to refuel a gas tank.
Google parent Alphabet to buy Wiz cybersecurity firm for $32 billion
The agreement comes after the cybersecurity startup rejected Google owner's original $23 billion proposal last July.
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.
Inside Google's Gemma 3 AI model
Google says its new Gemma 3 AI model can tackle more challenges while using just one GPU. Emilia David, senior AI reporter for VentureBeat, joined CBS News to discuss the new product.
Breaking down Microsoft new quantum chip
Microsoft has unveiled a new quantum computing chip, claiming it created an entirely new state of matter to make it possible. Experts say the technology could revolutionize problem-solving, from drug discovery to climate solutions, processing calculations in minutes that would take traditional computers septillions of years. Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and former editor of Wired, has more.
Science
More Science
Webb telescope's images of exoplanets "stunned researchers," NASA says
The gas giants outside our solar system are not capable of hosting extraterrestrial life, but do offer clues in a lingering mystery about how distant planets form, researchers said.
Fusion energy: Unlocking the power of the stars
Scientists are conducting experiments to generate clean energy through fusion, the same sub-atomic reaction that powers our Sun, with the aim of constructing plants that produce more energy than they consume. Correspondent Ben Tracy visits the National Ignition Facility, in Livermore, Calif., where the largest laser ever built is used as part of the process; and Commonwealth Fusion Systems in Massachusetts, where super-heated plasma burns around 180 million degrees Fahrenheit.
Fusion energy: Unlocking the power of the stars
Scientists are conducting experiments to generate clean energy through fusion, the same sub-atomic reaction that powers our Sun, with the aim of constructing plants that produce more energy than they consume.
See pictures of the total lunar eclipse and "Blood Worm Moon"
Pictures of the "Blood Worm Moon," a total lunar eclipse, show the full moon looking red in the night sky.
Volcano near Alaska's largest city could erupt soon, scientists say
The Alaska Volcano Observatory said signs indicated a Mount Spurr eruption was likely, though not certain, in the weeks or months ahead.
Crime
More Crime
82-year-old arrested after DNA pegs him as suspect in 1979 cold case
Rodger Zodas Brown, 82, has been arrested and charged in the 1979 murder of Kathryn Donohue.
Nurse given 3 life sentences for killing her 3 daughters in Greece
Greek media have dubbed Roula Pispirigou a "modern-day Medea" after a figure in Greek mythology who murders her sons.
Boy, 13, charged with murder in death of bicyclist captured on video
An 11-year-old, who police say was also involved, is too young to be charged with murder in the death of Scott Dwight Habermehl.
Remains of another serial killer victim found at landfill, officials say
Marcedes Myran was one of the Indigenous women slain by convicted serial killer Jeremy Skibicki, authorities say.
Texas midwife, assistant arrested for providing illegal abortions, state AG says
Paxton said that Maria "Dr. Maria" Rojas is a known midwife in Northwest Houston and was taken into custody in Waller County.
Space
More Space
Space
Butch Wilmore, Suni Williams begin trip home
A SpaceX capsule carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams undocked from the International Space Station early Tuesday morning. They're scheduled to splash down off the Florida coast Tuesday evening after spending more than nine months in space. They originally expected to spend just eight days or so in orbit. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
Starliner astronauts head for home after being stuck in space for 286 days
Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams join Crew 9 commander Nick Hague and cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov for their long-awaited return to Earth.
Webb telescope's images of exoplanets "stunned researchers," NASA says
The gas giants outside our solar system are not capable of hosting extraterrestrial life, but do offer clues in a lingering mystery about how distant planets form, researchers said.
Starliner astronauts' replacement crew arrive at International Space Station
With a replacement crew on board the space station, NASA is eyeing Tuesday for the Starliner astronauts' return to Earth, finally ending their marathon mission.
Breaking down NASA's SpaceX launch
NASA launched SpaceX's Crew-10 mission from the Kennedy Space Center. A Falcon-9 rocket is carrying four astronauts to the International Space Station where they will meet astronauts Suni Williams and "Butch" Wilmore, who have been there for over 9 months. Former NASA astronaut Scott Parazynski, CBS News national correspondent Mark Strassmann and Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, break it all down.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
White House denies ignoring deportation order
The Trump administration over the weekend carried out deportation flights under the Alien Enemies Act despite a federal judge ordering them to stop. On Tuesday in a social media post, President Trump called for the judge's impeachment. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Sneak peek: The Puzzling Death of Susann Sills
The wife of a fertility doctor is found dead at the bottom of a staircase. Did her dogs play a role in her death or was the scene staged to cover a murder? An encore of "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith's report airs Saturday, March 22 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. (DVR alert: Basketball delay in east and central time zones.)
Details on deadly plane crash near Honduras
Twelve people were killed Monday night when a small plane crashed into the Caribbean Sea near Honduras just seconds after takeoff, authorities say. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
What Putin asked of Trump in Ukraine call
President Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin spoke for at least 90 minutes Tuesday about what it would take to end the war in Ukraine. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
What latest IDF airstrikes mean for Gaza war
The shaky ceasefire between Israel and Hamas evaporated Monday night as the IDF launched a new round of deadly airstrikes across Gaza. Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joined CBS News to discuss what Israel's strategy might be.