Man arrested in 1985 church murders after original suspect exonerated
Erik Sparre was arrested in the 1985 killings of Harold and Thelma Swain after the original suspect, Dennis Perry, was exonerated on DNA evidence, authorities said.
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House Dems call for action on law enforcement selling restricted weapons
Three congressmen wrote in a letter to the ATF that they have "grave concerns" that some law enforcement officers are "exploiting their positions to acquire and illegally distribute firearms."
Luigi Mangione's behavior before court hearing
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting suspect Luigi Mangione fought extradition to New York in a Pennsylvania court on Tuesday. Before entering the courthouse, he pulled away from authorities and yelled towards reporters. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Anna Schecter have more on the suspect and the case.
How to protect your packages from porch pirates
Front door surveillance cameras can help catch people stealing packages, but they don't necessarily help stop the thefts. Ash-har Quraishi takes a look at several ways people are trying to protect themselves from porch pirates this holiday season.
Accused CEO killer fights extradition
The 26-year-old accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is being held without bail in Pennsylvania as he fights extradition to New York, where the murder took place. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
CEO murder suspect has outburst outside court
The suspect charged in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was denied bail at a hearing Tuesday in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. During his appearance, a shackled Luigi Mangione shouted as he entered the courthouse. CBS News coordinating producer for crime and public safety Anna Schecter has the latest details.
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries in court
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries appeared in court on Long Island for a hearing in his federal sex trafficking case. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports on what occurred in the proceeding.
Mangione contests New York extradition
Luigi Mangione, the suspect charged in connection to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was denied bail and contested extradition from Pennsylvania. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more on the court developments.
Hegseth has Trump, Ernst support
Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst is appearing more comfortable with Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense. CBS News' Shawna Mizelle has more.
Breaking down what Luigi Mangione wrote
Authorities have released details related to a document and other possessions found after Luigi Mangione's arrest. This comes after a manhunt ensued for the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Rhona Tarrant have more.
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting suspect has outburst on way to court
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, is now awaiting extradition to New York City.
Trump to nominate Kimberly Guilfoyle for ambassador to Greece
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday he is nominating Kimberly Guilfoyle to be ambassador to Greece.
Franklin Fire in Malibu grows as thousands evacuate
The Franklin Fire has burned more than 3,000 acres in Malibu, with thousands of structures threatened.
House panel to hear long-awaited Blinken testimony on Afghanistan exit
The secretary of state's testimony comes months after Republicans issued a scathing report on the Biden administration's handling of the exit from Afghanistan.
South Korean defense chief jailed over martial law order attempts suicide
A prison official says South Korea's ex-defense chief Kim Yong Hyun tried to kill himself after being arrested over the martial law declaration he's accused of suggesting.
Wisconsin kayaker in police custody after allegedly faking his death
According to court records, Ryan Borgwardt, 45, was booked into the Green Lake County Jail late Tuesday afternoon.
Judge rejects bankruptcy sale of Alex Jones' Infowars to The Onion
The judge criticized the auction process as flawed and said the outcome "left a lot of money on the table" for Sandy Hook families.
House Dems call for action on law enforcement selling restricted weapons
Three congressmen wrote in a letter to the ATF that they have "grave concerns" that some law enforcement officers are "exploiting their positions to acquire and illegally distribute firearms."
What we know about man charged in UnitedHeathcare CEO shooting
Luigi Mangione is charged in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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Judge rejects bankruptcy sale of Alex Jones' Infowars to The Onion
The judge criticized the auction process as flawed and said the outcome "left a lot of money on the table" for Sandy Hook families.
House Dems call for action on law enforcement selling restricted weapons
Three congressmen wrote in a letter to the ATF that they have "grave concerns" that some law enforcement officers are "exploiting their positions to acquire and illegally distribute firearms."
Trump picks Andrew Ferguson to chair FTC, Ron Johnson as ambassador to Mexico
Andrew Ferguson, who is already one of the FTC's five commissioners, will replace Lina Khan, who became a lightning rod for Wall Street and Silicon Valley.
E-commerce sites hawk merchandise about UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting
Online platforms including Etsy and eBay are peddling mugs, candles and other products linked to the shooting death of Brian Thompson.
GM to stop funding troubled Cruise autonomous vehicle unit
General Motors says it will move away from the robotaxi business and cease funding its money-losing Cruise autonomous vehicle division that originated as a San Francisco start-up.
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Judge rejects bankruptcy sale of Alex Jones' Infowars to The Onion
The judge criticized the auction process as flawed and said the outcome "left a lot of money on the table" for Sandy Hook families.
Trump picks Andrew Ferguson to chair FTC, Ron Johnson as ambassador to Mexico
Andrew Ferguson, who is already one of the FTC's five commissioners, will replace Lina Khan, who became a lightning rod for Wall Street and Silicon Valley.
E-commerce sites hawk merchandise about UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting
Online platforms including Etsy and eBay are peddling mugs, candles and other products linked to the shooting death of Brian Thompson.
Kroger $24.6 billion purchase of Albertsons halted by federal judge
Merger would curtail competition for grocery shoppers, Oregon court finds in a decision that could derail the deal.
Another infant dies in outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat products
Cases now reported in eight states related to Yu Shang Food products sold online and at stores nationwide, officials say.
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House panel to hear long-awaited Blinken testimony on Afghanistan exit
The secretary of state's testimony comes months after Republicans issued a scathing report on the Biden administration's handling of the exit from Afghanistan.
Illinois man arrested, accused of attacking Rep. Nancy Mace on Capitol grounds
Rep. Nancy Mace wrote in a social media post that she would need a brace for her wrist and ice for her arm — but that she would be fine.
Trump picks Andrew Ferguson to chair FTC, Ron Johnson as ambassador to Mexico
Andrew Ferguson, who is already one of the FTC's five commissioners, will replace Lina Khan, who became a lightning rod for Wall Street and Silicon Valley.
Trump to nominate Kimberly Guilfoyle for ambassador to Greece
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday he is nominating Kimberly Guilfoyle to be ambassador to Greece.
House task force releases final report on Trump assassination attempts
"The Task Force found that the tragic and shocking events in Butler, Pennsylvania were preventable and should not have happened," a House task force found.
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Another infant dies in outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat products
Cases now reported in eight states related to Yu Shang Food products sold online and at stores nationwide, officials say.
Jamie Foxx reveals he had brain bleed and stroke last year
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
EPA bans two cleaner solvents linked to cancer
The Environmental Protection Agency banned two solvents known to cause a range of cancers: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE).
Mysterious illness, dubbed "disease X," has killed dozens in Congo, WHO says
The WHO says 406 cases of the disease have been recorded and that more than half of those who died were children younger than 5.
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South Korean defense chief jailed over martial law order attempts suicide
A prison official says South Korea's ex-defense chief Kim Yong Hyun tried to kill himself after being arrested over the martial law declaration he's accused of suggesting.
House panel to hear long-awaited Blinken testimony on Afghanistan exit
The secretary of state's testimony comes months after Republicans issued a scathing report on the Biden administration's handling of the exit from Afghanistan.
The secrets of cork: So much more than a bottle stopper
The sound of a bottle popping may be a familiar harbinger of good, but the humble material behind the pop has more uses than you might imagine.
Arctic tundra becoming a source of carbon dioxide emissions, NOAA warns
The Arctic tundra has historically helped reduce global emissions. But rising temperatures and wildfires in the region are changing that, scientists say.
Trump to nominate Kimberly Guilfoyle for ambassador to Greece
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday he is nominating Kimberly Guilfoyle to be ambassador to Greece.
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Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson on "Dexter" prequel series
Actors Christian Slater and Patrick Gibson join "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to expect in "Dexter: Original Sin," which takes place 15 years before audiences first met Dexter in the original award-winning series.
Jamie Foxx reveals he had brain bleed and stroke last year
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson on "Dexter"
Actors Christian Slater and Patrick Gibson join "CBS Mornings" to talk about starring in the highly-anticipated prequel "Dexter: Original Sin." The series takes place 15 years before audiences first met Dexter from the original award-winning series starring Michael C. Hall. It follows young Dexter, played by Gibson, as he evolves from college student to serial killing vigilante. Slater stars as Dexter's father, a homicide detective who teaches his son an ethical code for killing.
Billie Eilish on her doubts and new music
Billie Eilish is already a nine-time Grammy winner, but the 22-year-old says she still has doubts about her ability to create new music. She spoke to CBS News' Anthony Mason about her fears and her success.
Extended interview: Billie Eilish
In this web exclusive, "Sunday Morning" correspondent Anthony Mason sits down with music superstar Billie Eilish to talk about performing on her "Hit Me Hard and Soft" tour (her first without brother Finneas). She also discusses welcoming the label of "songwriter"; what she learned from writing the "Barbie" song "What Was I Made For?"; the perceived criticisms of her singing voice and the liberation she discovered after starting vocal lessons; and the power that she says comes from expressing vulnerability in her art.
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GM to stop funding troubled Cruise autonomous vehicle unit
General Motors says it will move away from the robotaxi business and cease funding its money-losing Cruise autonomous vehicle division that originated as a San Francisco start-up.
How will Trump term change AI safety?
President-elect Donald Trump has promised changes to policies regarding artificial intelligence. Elizabeth Kelly, the director of the U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute, joins CBS News with more on the safety atmosphere already in place to study the technology.
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.
Microsoft 365 suffers outage Tuesday morning
Microsoft 365 users reported being unable to access essential apps Tuesday morning.
Who is David Sacks, Trump's crypto, AI czar?
The second Trump administration is poised to be a powerful ally for the crypto industry. President-elect Donald Trump spoke highly of cryptocurrencies on the campaign trail, and his cabinet picks reflect that, with former PayPal executive David Sacks set to serve as Trump's crypto and artificial intelligence czar. Makena Kelly, senior politics reporter for Wired, joins CBS News to dig into Sacks' background.
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Study finds young people most at risk of heat
A new Columbia University Climate School study discovered that young people may be most at risk of heat-related deaths. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Climate change could bring more snow in some areas
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how.
Wisdom, the world's oldest-known wild bird, lays an egg at 74
Wisdom the Laysan albatross was first tagged by researchers in 1956. Since then, she's believed to have raised as many as 30 chicks.
When should consumers buy electric cars?
President-elect Donald Trump indicated that once in office, he plans on ending the consumer tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. Business Insider autos senior reporter Nora Naughton joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the potential impact and when consumers should buy.
Starbucks plastic cup investigation
CBS News tracked plastic cups meant to be recycled by Starbucks and found that most of those did not end up at recycling facilities. CBS News' David Schechter breaks down the investigation's findings.
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Man arrested in 1985 church murders after original suspect exonerated
Erik Sparre was arrested in the 1985 killings of Harold and Thelma Swain after the original suspect, Dennis Perry, was exonerated on DNA evidence, authorities said.
House Dems call for action on law enforcement selling restricted weapons
Three congressmen wrote in a letter to the ATF that they have "grave concerns" that some law enforcement officers are "exploiting their positions to acquire and illegally distribute firearms."
Luigi Mangione's behavior before court hearing
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting suspect Luigi Mangione fought extradition to New York in a Pennsylvania court on Tuesday. Before entering the courthouse, he pulled away from authorities and yelled towards reporters. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Anna Schecter have more on the suspect and the case.
How to protect your packages from porch pirates
Front door surveillance cameras can help catch people stealing packages, but they don't necessarily help stop the thefts. Ash-har Quraishi takes a look at several ways people are trying to protect themselves from porch pirates this holiday season.
Accused CEO killer fights extradition
The 26-year-old accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is being held without bail in Pennsylvania as he fights extradition to New York, where the murder took place. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
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Emily Calandrelli talks Blue Origin mission
Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after recently becoming the 100th woman ever in space. She and her Blue Origin crewmates traveled over 62 miles above sea level during their mission last month.
Why you shouldn't wait for the Geminid meteor shower peak this year
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
NASA's Artemis moon mission delayed yet again
NASA's next two Artemis moon missions have been pushed back once again, with the first lunar landing in more than a half-century not scheduled to take place until at least mid-2027. NASA said the delay is partly so that it can address issues with the Orion spacecraft's heat shield.
NASA delays next 2 Artemis moon missions to address heat shield, other issues
Heat shield damage seen during the first Artemis test flight is now understood, NASA says, but more time is needed to implement fixes.
More on small asteroid near Earth
A small asteroid neared the Earth's atmosphere before exploding. Derrick Pitts, the Franklin Institute's chief astronomer and planetarium director, joins CBS News with more on the phenomenon.
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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.
Summer music heats up 2024
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Study finds young people most at risk of heat
A new Columbia University Climate School study discovered that young people may be most at risk of heat-related deaths. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Raw milk must be tested for bird flu, USDA says
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a national mandate requiring raw and unpasteurized milk be tested for bird flu. Dr. William Schaffner, professor of preventive medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Inside the Idaho abortion ban case
A federal appeals court heard arguments on Tuesday over Idaho's strict abortion laws, which ban the procedure unless it's necessary to save the pregnant woman's life. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has details.
Trump calls for ceasefire in Ukraine
President-elect Donald Trump is signaling a departure from the Biden administration's approach to military aid for Ukraine. David Kramer, executive director of the George W. Bush Institute, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how this could impact the war.
Netanyahu testifies in corruption case
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified in court Tuesday as a criminal defendant in his long-running corruption trial. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has the details.