"House of horrors" survivor reveals she's happily married
The 36-year-old was kidnapped in 2002 by Ariel Castro and held at his Cleveland house for more than a decade
Cleveland Abductions
Cleveland kidnapping victims release a memoir
Co-authors Amanda Berry and Gina DeJesus were held captive by Ariel Castro for about a decade before 2013 escape
Ariel Castro dead in apparent suicide
He was found hanging in his prison cell shortly after the start of a life plus a 1,000-year sentence
Cleveland kidnapper apologizes, faces victim in courtroom
Ariel Castro, the man accused of holding three women captive for about a decade, said he knows he was wrong
Cleveland kidnapper: Ariel Castro receives his sentence from the judge
Ariel Castro was sentenced to life in prison without parole
Castro: "I'm not a monster"
Ariel Castro spoke to the court at his sentencing hearing and said he was not a monster and that he was sick
Cleveland kidnapper gives his full statement to the court
Ariel Castro explains his actions during his sentencing hearing in Cleveland
Castro: "I'm not trying to make excuses"
Ariel Castro spoke to the court at his sentencing hearing about his addiction to pornography
Castro: "I'm not a violent person"
Ariel Castro told the court at his sentencing hearing that he is not a violent person
Castro: "I hope they can find it in their hearts to forgive me"
Ariel Castro - the man who held three women captive for about a decade in his Cleveland home - spoke to the court at his sentencing
Cleveland kidnapping victims speak out for first time
In their first public words since they were rescued, the three kidnapping victims who endured a decade of torture said via YouTube they are grateful
Alleged Cleveland kidnapper pleads not guilty to charges of rape and kidnapping
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Cleveland police chief praises officers who found missing women
At first, police chief Michael McGrath did not have hope his men were talking about survivors when they reported finding the women in the Cleveland home
Cleveland officer, dispatcher describe discovery of missing women
One of the first officers to arrive at the Cleveland horror house - and the dispatcher who sent him - tell of freeing women held hostage for a decade
Amateur video captures Cleveland kidnap victims' rescue
Residents describe what they saw when Amanda Berry ran for help and police raid Ariel Castro's home
Freed Cleveland women speak through their lawyer
The three women recently freed after a decade of captivity in Cleveland said through their lawyer they were happy to be home
Video shows police storming Ariel Castro's house
Jasmina Baldrich, 23, happened to witness police entering suspect Ariel Castro's house -- where three women allegedly held captive for nearly a decade -- and started shooting video of it with her cell phone.
Police under scrutiny in Cleveland kidnapping case
Cleveland kidnappings investigation leads to scrutiny over police handling of Michelle Knight's disappearance
5/11: IRS targeted tea party groups starting in 2011; historic national election in Pakistan
Full episode of the CBS Evening News from May 11, 2013
Timeline: Cleveland missing women case
Follow key events in the disappearances of Amanda Berry, Michelle Knight and Gina DeJesus in Cleveland
DNA proves Ohio kidnap suspect is father of captive's child
The baby was born to Amanda Berry in a plastic baby pool in Ariel Castro's basement without doctors, nurses or medication
5/10: IRS admits to singling out tea party groups; On the Road: 33 days as a mother
Full episode of the CBS Evening News from May 10, 2013
5/9: Cleveland kidnapper Ariel Castro in court; Twin principals take on tough Oakland school
Full episode of the CBS Evening News from May 9, 2013
Cleveland neighbor Charles Ramsey's 911 call
Hear the 911 call placed by Charles Ramsey after he heard screams from behind the door of a Cleveland house where three missing women were found
Amanda Berry's 911 call: "I'm free now"
Hear the 911 call placed by Amanda Berry after she escaped from being held against her will for 10 years
Crime
Idaho autistic teen has died after police shooting, family says
Victor Perez, a 17-year-old autistic teen with cerebral palsy, was shot nine times by Pocatello police officers in Idaho.
Maryland law school reflects on Freddie Gray's death, looks at what work still needs to be done
It's almost been ten years since Freddie Gray died, and an event in downtown Baltimore Friday aimed to not only remember him but also remember what needs to be done when it comes to ensuring fair policing.
Convicted killer mistakenly released from jail is caught 2 weeks later
Kathan Guzman was mistakenly released from a jail in Clayton County, Georgia, officials said. He was arrested in Florida.
Monica Sementilli found guilty of murder in plot to kill prominent LA hairdresser
The 10-man, two-woman jury began deliberations in Monica Sementilli's trial on Wednesday, and by Friday morning, the guilty verdict was announced.
Menendez brothers resentencing hearing
The Menendez brothers are awaiting a court hearing in California that could determine their chance at resentencing. This comes as the new Los Angeles county district attorney appears to signal he opposes a change in their conviction. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
U.S. fugitive allegedly kills Mexican officer who led "Gringo Hunters" unit
Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.
Pastor abducted at gunpoint while delivering sermon
Pastor Josh Sullivan was holding a prayer meeting with about 30 people, including his wife and six children, when the gunmen entered the church, his colleague said.
8 people sentenced to prison for smuggling endangered eels
A French court sentenced eight people for smuggling eel larvae in a scheme worth over $2 million that prosecutors likened to cocaine trafficking.
Targeted shootings at Walmart and home kill 2, wound 1 in Georgia
A Walmart employee killed two coworkers, then another acquaintance at an area home, law enforcement said Friday.
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Florida universities partnering with ICE on immigration enforcement
Multiple higher education institutions in the state of Florida are partnering with ICE on immigration enforcement, including University of Florida.
Prize money at the Masters golf tournament goes up by $1 million
The winner of the Masters will receive $4.2 million and the signature green jacket.
U.S. intelligence report favors incumbent Ecuadorian president in election
Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.
Trump authorizes military to take control of public land along southern border
President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."
FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
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Prize money at the Masters golf tournament goes up by $1 million
The winner of the Masters will receive $4.2 million and the signature green jacket.
U.S. exempts smartphones, computers from global Trump tariffs
The exemptions, published late Friday in a notice by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office, cover various electronic goods, including smartphones.
Los Angeles-area residents crowdsource wildfire contamination data
Some people whose homes survived the Eaton wildfire in January are struggling to convince their insurers to test their properties for safety.
U.S. consumer sentiment plunges in April as trade war fuels anxiety
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
Jamie Dimon says U.S. economy faces "considerable turbulence"
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that tariffs are likely to boost inflation, while urging the Trump administration to strike trade deals.
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Trump administration vows release of RFK assassination files within days
The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.
U.S. intelligence report favors incumbent Ecuadorian president in election
Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.
Trump authorizes military to take control of public land along southern border
President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."
FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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After amputation, losing more of her leg was the only way to help her walk
Dr. Omri Ayalon helped Tracey White recover her ability to walk. Then he joined her for a milestone moment.
FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
Woman believed to be the only person with unnamed genetic disorder
Enriquez lives with chronic kidney disease, neurofibromatosis, which causes tumors to form, scoliosis and Raynaud's phenomenon, causing temporary spasms of blood vessels. On top of all that, she has an unnamed genetic disorder,
Former top FDA official warns RFK Jr. against giving "false hope" on autism
"You can be incredibly supportive of people, but giving them false hope is wrong," said Dr. Peter Marks.
Weekly measles cases top 90 in U.S. for first time in years
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
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At least 100 people killed in attacks in Sudan's Darfur, UN official says
A United Nations official in Sudan says at least 100 people, including 20 children and nine aid workers, have been killed in a two-day offensive by a notorious paramilitary group.
Ecuador imposes state of emergency before razor-close election
Ecuador declared a state of emergency Saturday in seven of its 24 provinces, including the capital Quito, saying it was needed to fight a dramatic rise in drug-linked violence.
Iran, U.S. nuclear talks to continue next week, Iranian state TV reports
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei wrote on X that the "indirect talks" had begun.
Sandstorms, high winds prompt Beijing to cancel hundreds of flights
Homes were damaged, cars were crushed and trees fell after windy weather and sandstorms in Beijing on Saturday, prompting flight cancellations.
Penguin in cardboard box led to South Africa helicopter crash, report says
The pilot and three passengers aboard the helicopter, as well as the penguin, were uninjured, according to an incident report.
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Tetris' global success
Tetris is one of the best-known video games of all time — but that wasn't always the case. Video game publisher Henk Rogers recounts the game's journey to success and his own personal experiences with it in his new book "The Perfect Game."
Author Jennifer Weiner talks new novel
Jennifer Weiner has penned 22 books, and her latest, "The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits," tells the story of a former pop duo trying to find their way back to each other. Weiner's novels are known for complex, strong, relatable protagonists, and her characters leap off the page. She sat down with Dana Jacobson to talk about her career and newest book.
Dawes performs "Still Strangers Sometimes"
Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From "Oh Brother," here is Dawes with "Still Strangers Sometimes."
Dawes performs "Time Spent in Los Angeles"
Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From their 2011 album "Nothing Is Wrong," here is Dawes with a new version of their song "Time Spent in Los Angeles."
Dawes performs "Front Row Seat"
Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From "Oh Brother," here is Dawes with "Front Row Seat."
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iPhones likely to cost more amid tariffs
President Trump's tariffs on China could make Apple iPhones more expensive. China announced Friday it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125% after Mr. Trump increased reciprocal tariffs on some Chinese products to 145%. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram reports.
Apple airlifts iPhones out of India to avoid Trump tariffs, report says
Apple's move to avoid China tariffs had been in the works for months, according to report citing Indian government officials.
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.
Meta whistleblower: Facebook worked with Chinese government to censor posts
Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams testified Wednesday afternoon before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism.
How AI is trained not to spread abuse
New documents obtained by Business Insider show how companies are testing artificial intelligence models to prevent the spread of extreme information about abusive topics. Effie Webb, a tech news fellow at Business Insider, joins CBS News with more.
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Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
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Idaho autistic teen has died after police shooting, family says
Victor Perez, a 17-year-old autistic teen with cerebral palsy, was shot nine times by Pocatello police officers in Idaho.
Maryland law school reflects on Freddie Gray's death, looks at what work still needs to be done
It's almost been ten years since Freddie Gray died, and an event in downtown Baltimore Friday aimed to not only remember him but also remember what needs to be done when it comes to ensuring fair policing.
Convicted killer mistakenly released from jail is caught 2 weeks later
Kathan Guzman was mistakenly released from a jail in Clayton County, Georgia, officials said. He was arrested in Florida.
Monica Sementilli found guilty of murder in plot to kill prominent LA hairdresser
The 10-man, two-woman jury began deliberations in Monica Sementilli's trial on Wednesday, and by Friday morning, the guilty verdict was announced.
Menendez brothers resentencing hearing
The Menendez brothers are awaiting a court hearing in California that could determine their chance at resentencing. This comes as the new Los Angeles county district attorney appears to signal he opposes a change in their conviction. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
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Space
Gayle King prepares for Blue Origin launch
Blue Origin's latest flight will become the first mission to have an all-female crew in space in just two days. Aboard the ship will be "CBS Mornings" host Gayle King. Co-host Vlad Duthiers opened up about how King is feeling ahead of the launch.
Gayle King prepares for Blue Origin space flight
CBS Mornings host Gayle King is preparing to blast off into space Monday on board a historic all-female Blue Origin space flight. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassman reports.
Space tourism is establishing a new frontier in travel
Private companies have launched nearly 120 civilians to the edge of space.
Gayle King hopes to inspire others with historic flight to space
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke about the opportunity to travel to space, the support she's received and the message she hopes to send to others.
Meet the Blue Origin crew Gayle King is joining on trip to space
Here's a look at the women expected to join Blue Origin's upcoming mission, which has a target launch date of Monday, April 14, and what they have to say about the epic journey.
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Tetris' global success
Tetris is one of the best-known video games of all time — but that wasn't always the case. Video game publisher Henk Rogers recounts the game's journey to success and his own personal experiences with it in his new book "The Perfect Game."
Author Jennifer Weiner talks new novel
Jennifer Weiner has penned 22 books, and her latest, "The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits," tells the story of a former pop duo trying to find their way back to each other. Weiner's novels are known for complex, strong, relatable protagonists, and her characters leap off the page. She sat down with Dana Jacobson to talk about her career and newest book.
Dawes performs "Still Strangers Sometimes"
Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From "Oh Brother," here is Dawes with "Still Strangers Sometimes."
Dawes performs "Time Spent in Los Angeles"
Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From their 2011 album "Nothing Is Wrong," here is Dawes with a new version of their song "Time Spent in Los Angeles."
Dawes performs "Front Row Seat"
Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From "Oh Brother," here is Dawes with "Front Row Seat."