Partial building collapse in Connecticut
Seven people were injured in a partial building collapse in New Haven, Connecticut, near Yale University on Friday. City officials say two of the injured are in critical condition.
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Pence won't face charges for classified docs
CBS News has confirmed former Vice President Mike Pence will not face charges in the probe by the Department of Justice on his handling of classified documents. This comes as Pence is set to announce a run for the 2024 presidency next week. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
Mike Pence to announce 2024 presidential run
Sources tell CBS News former Vice President Mike Pence will announce his presidential run on June 7. Pence plans to release a campaign video and make a speech in Des Moines, Iowa, the sources say.
Prince Harry, Meghan involved in "car chase"
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, were involved in a "near catastrophic car chase" with photographers Tuesday in New York, according to a spokesperson for Harry. CBS News correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Iconic TV show host Jerry Springer dies at 79
Jerry Springer, best known for his namesake talk series, has died at the age of 79, his publicist confirmed to CBS News on Thursday. A former attorney and politician, Springer also briefly served as mayor of Cincinnati.
2 teens arrested in deadly Alabama shooting
A 17-year-old and a 16-year-old were arrested in Saturday's deadly mass shooting at a Sweet 16 birthday party in Dadeville, Alabama, officials announced Wednesday. The suspects, identified as Ty Reik McCullough and Travis McCullough, were each charged with four counts of reckless murder, Sgt. Jeremy Burkett of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said. They will be charged as adults, the district attorney said.
Dominion, Fox News reach settlement
Dominion Voting Systems and Fox News have reached a deal to resolve the $1.6 billion defamation case the electronic voting company brought against the cable news giant over unfounded accusations broadcast after the 2020 presidential election, falsely claiming it rigged votes against former President Donald Trump. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane have more on this breaking story.
Charges announced in Ralph Yarl shooting
Prosecutors in Kansas City, Missouri, have filed felony charges against Andrew D. Lester, the homeowner accused of shooting Ralph Yarl, a Black teenager who was shot when he went to the wrong house to pick up his siblings last week. Watch the announcement by Clay County Prosecutor Zachary Thompson.
Officers not charged in Jayland Walker death
An Ohio grand jury has decided not to indict police officers in Akron for the fatal shooting of Jayland Walker, a 25-year-old Black man, last year, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Monday. Walker was killed by police after fleeing a traffic stop in June.
Multiple people killed in Louisville shooting
Multiple people have been killed in a shooting at a bank in Louisville, Kentucky, and police say the gunman is dead. Grace Pognaski, a witness to the incident, and Kathy Guider, a former special agent for the FBI and the current vice president of operations for Veracity IIR, joins CBS News to discuss what's known so far.
Officials hold briefing on Louisville shooting
Police say a gunman is dead after opening fire at a bank in Louisville, Kentucky. At least four people were killed and multiple others wounded. Watch a briefing by local officials and Governor Andy Beshear with the latest on this developing story.
Special Report: Biden addresses bank crisis
President Biden addressed the nation on Monday about the government's response to the failure of Silicon Valley Bank in California and Signature Bank in New York. He said the overall banking system remains sound and taxpayers will not bear the costs. Tony Dokoupil anchored a CBS News Special Report with reporting and analysis from Weijia Jiang at the White House, Errol Barnett outside Silicon Valley Bank's headquarters in Santa Clara, California, and business analyst Jill Schlesinger.
2 Americans kidnapped in Mexico found dead
Officials in Mexico say two of the Americans kidnapped in the border city of Matamoros on Friday have been found dead, and two were discovered alive, one with injuries. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins us with more on this developing story.
L.A. sheriff announces arrest in bishop's murder
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna announced Monday that a suspect is under arrest for the murder of Bishop David O'Connell, who was found shot to death at his home on Saturday. He said tips led to the suspect, 65-year-old Carols Medina, the husband of Bishop O'Connell's housekeeper. Watch the news conference by the sheriff and other officials.
Suspect in Mississippi shootings in custody
A suspect is in custody in connection with a series of shootings in Tate County, Mississippi, police said. The Associated Press reports six people were killed. CBS News' Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano have more on the breaking news.
Biden speaks about spy balloon, other objects
President Biden delivered remarks Thursday about the Chinese spy balloon and three other aerial objects recently shot down by the U.S. military. He said the latest objects were likely tied to private companies, recreation or research. Watch his full remarks in this CBS News Special Report anchored by chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett.
Biden orders "high-altitude object" shot down
The Biden administration says the U.S. has shot down a "high-altitude object" over U.S. airspace off Alaska. It comes less than a week after the U.S. military shot down a Chinese spy balloon off South Carolina, but the Pentagon described numerous differences between the two incidents. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins Elaine Quijano and Errol Barnett with the latest on this developing story.
Pentagon: "High-altitude object" shot down
Pentagon spokesman Gen. Patrick Ryder held a briefing Friday about the "high-altitude object" shot down in U.S. airspace off the coast of Alaska. He said it was about the size of a small car, but its origins and other details are still under investigation. It comes less than a week after a Chinese spy balloon was shot down off the coast of South Carolina. Watch the full briefing.
FBI searches Mike Pence's home in Indiana
The FBI conducted a consensual search for classified documents Friday at former Vice President Mike Pence's home in Carmel, Indiana, CBS News has confirmed. The search comes on the heels of CBS News learning that Pence has been subpoenaed as part of the Justice Department's investigations into former President Donald Trump. Charles McCullough, a senior partner at Compass Rose Legal Group and a former inspector general of the intelligence community, joined CBS News to discuss the breaking news.
Turkey earthquake hits during live broadcast
ANews reporter Yuksel Akalan was on live TV covering the earthquakes in Turkey on Monday when the ground started shaking underneath him.
Blinken postpones trip to China
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has postponed a trip to China after the Pentagon said a suspected Chinese spy balloon was being tracked over the northern United States. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest on this breaking news.
Biden's Rehoboth Beach home searched by FBI
FBI agents conducted a search on Wednesday of President Biden's vacation home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Sources said the search is in relation to the discovery of documents marked classified at his residence in Wilmington, Delaware. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz joined Anne-Marie Green and Errol Barnett to discuss the search and ongoing investigation.
Alec Baldwin charged in "Rust" shooting
Alec Baldwin and film set weapons specialist Hannah Gutierrez-Reed have been formally charged with manslaughter in connection with the deadly shooting on the "Rust" set. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave breaks joins Lana Zak with more details on the charges.
Exclusive: Video of Trump deposition
Newly released video obtained by CBS News provides the first look at former President Donald Trump's deposition last summer in the New York attorney general's civil fraud investigation. Trump sat for questioning under oath on Aug. 10, and repeatedly took the Fifth Amendment, refusing to answer questions about his company's financial practices. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates joins Anne-Marie Green and Errol Barnett with details.
Video of Paul Pelosi attack is released
The San Francisco Superior Court has released police bodycam video from the attack last October on Paul Pelosi, husband of then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The suspect, David DePape, has pleaded not guilty. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins Vladimir Duthiers and Meg Oliver with the latest on this breaking news.
Two women told House ethics panel Gaetz sent Venmo payments "for sex," their attorney says
Two women testified before the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz paid them "for sex," their lawyer told CBS News' Major Garrett.
Russia warns of world war after Biden's decision on missiles for Ukraine
A Russian lawmaker calls President Biden's decision to let Ukraine fire U.S. missiles deep into Russia a "very big step toward the beginning" of a third world war.
"Everything as it was": Explore the bedrooms of kids killed in school shootings
The families of eight school shooting victims opened their doors to Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp, allowing them to document their children's bedrooms.
Why some Ohio school districts are arming teachers and staff with firearms
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
"One Tree Hill" actor Paul Teal dies at 35 after cancer battle
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
What does and doesn't kill E. coli? What to know amid multiple outbreaks
E. coli outbreaks in food are making headlines, prompting questions about how to stay safe from the bacteria that can cause sickness.
California gov. defers Menendez clemency decision to incoming DA
California Gov. Gavin Newsom decided to defer the Menendez brothers' clemency decision to incoming District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
Cyberattack leaves Mass. store shelves empty 10 days before Thanksgiving
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts had empty shelves on Monday due to a cyberattack.
Famed ballet dancer dies in fall from balcony in Russia
Ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov fell from a fifth-floor balcony after taking painkillers ahead of back surgery, Russian media reported.
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Judge strikes down Wyoming abortion laws
A judge has struck down Wyoming's overall ban on abortion and its first-in-the nation explicit prohibition on the use of medication to end pregnancy.
Newsom to allow District Attorney-elect Nathan Hochman to lead Menendez
California Gov. Gavin Newsom decided to defer the Menendez brothers' clemency decision to incoming District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
Why some Ohio school districts are arming teachers and staff with firearms
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
"One Tree Hill" actor Paul Teal dies at 35 after cancer battle
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for you?
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
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TNT's "Inside the NBA" will air on ESPN, ABC, as part of NBA settlement
"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.
Cyberattack leaves Stop & Shop shelves empty 10 days before Thanksgiving
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts had empty shelves on Monday due to a cyberattack.
What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for you?
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
Bed maker waited to report defect that killed 1 and injured others
Canada's Bestar recalled wall beds only after learning of dozens of cases in which its beds detached from the walls, feds say.
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Trump picks Sean Duffy, TV host and former lawmaker, for transportation
President-elect Donald Trump says former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy is his choice for transportation secretary as he continues to roll out picks for his Cabinet.
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
House Ethics Committee to meet Wednesday amid growing pressure to release Gaetz report
President-elect Donald Trump announced he selected former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general.
Two women told House ethics panel Gaetz sent Venmo payments "for sex," attorney says
Two women testified before the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz paid them "for sex," their lawyer told CBS News' Major Garrett.
How RFK Jr. could impact vaccines as Trump's HHS secretary
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
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Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
How RFK Jr. could impact vaccines as Trump's HHS secretary
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
Bed maker waited to report defect that killed 1 and injured others
Canada's Bestar recalled wall beds only after learning of dozens of cases in which its beds detached from the walls, feds say.
What does and doesn't kill E. coli? What to know amid multiple outbreaks
E. coli outbreaks in food are making headlines, prompting questions about how to stay safe from the bacteria that can cause sickness.
Combating Parkinson's with rock climbing
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
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Famed ballet dancer dies in fall from balcony in Russia
Ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov fell from a fifth-floor balcony after taking painkillers ahead of back surgery, Russian media reported.
India's "severe plus" air pollution forces more dramatic safety measures
Air pollution chokes New Delhi every winter, but this year's smog has already derailed everything from transport and road work to schools.
Family of U.S. activist killed in West Bank still demanding answers
The sister of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, an American activist killed in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, says her idealistic vision of the U.S. has been shattered.
Russia warns of world war after Biden's decision on missiles for Ukraine
A Russian lawmaker calls President Biden's decision to let Ukraine fire U.S. missiles deep into Russia a "very big step toward the beginning" of a third world war.
Hologram used in bid to solve sex worker's cold case murder
Bernadett "Betty" Szabo, 19, was stabbed multiple times just months after giving birth to a baby boy.
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"One Tree Hill" actor Paul Teal dies at 35 after cancer battle
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
TNT's "Inside the NBA" will air on ESPN, ABC, as part of NBA settlement
"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.
The stars of "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
Netflix says 60 million households watched Tyson-Paul match
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
"Gladiator II" cast on new film
Ridley Scott's latest masterpiece revisits the world of ancient Rome with new characters and intense drama. The cast of "Gladiator II" talks to Nate Burleson on working with Scott and carrying forward the spirit of the iconic original.
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How this new car runs without gas or electricity
As climate change intensifies, the race for a more eco-friendly car has revved up. Itay Hod reports on the newest twist on travel.
"Human … Please die": Chatbot responds with threatening message
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
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 facing courtroom battle
On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
The Guardian to stop posting on X, calling it "a toxic media platform"
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
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Long-term effects of Trump plans for oil, gas
President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
How climate change impacts the economy
2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 trillion in the last 10 years.
Scientists say biggest coral in the world discovered in the Pacific
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
Surfboards with lights could deter shark attacks: "Invisibility cloak"
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Trump officials likely to reverse drilling waste "methane fee" EPA is imposing
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
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Newsom to allow District Attorney-elect Nathan Hochman to lead Menendez
California Gov. Gavin Newsom decided to defer the Menendez brothers' clemency decision to incoming District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
New evidence in Laken Riley murder trial
CBS News has learned the case against the man accused of killing a University of Georgia nursing student could be in the hands of the judge as early as Tuesday. Jose Ibarra, an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela, has pleaded not guilty to killing 22-year-old Laken Riley while she was jogging on campus in February. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has the latest from Athens, Georgia.
Shootings near New Orleans parade route
Officials say 13 people were shot during two incidents along a New Orleans "second line" parade route. CBS News' Kati Weis breaks down what's known.
More on Laken Riley murder trial defense
Jose Ibarra's trial for the murder of Laken Riley, a student at Georgia's Augusta University College of Nursing, continues as Ibarra's family members are expected to testify on his behalf. CBS News contributor Caroline Polisi breaks down the latest in the case.
New Orleans parade shootings: What we know
Two people were killed in two separate shootings along a New Orleans parade route Sunday night. No arrests have been made so far. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has more.
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Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
Astronauts decline to answer questions about post-flight medical issue
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
The Taurid meteor showers will peak a week apart in November
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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Long-term effects of Trump plans for oil, gas
President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
Israel, Hezbollah inch toward cease-fire deal
There are signs of progress on at least one front of the conflict in the Middle East. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has the latest on reports of a cease-fire deal between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Assessing potential impact of Trump's tariffs
Americans are bracing for President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariff hikes on imported goods. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady looks at the potential economic impact. Then, small business owner Andy Gossett joins to discuss what the tariffs would mean for his outdoor sporting goods company.
Ethics panel to meet amid Gaetz report push
At least two of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks are involved in controversy. Now there are questions about whether Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth have the support to get confirmed for their intended roles. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has new reporting.
What Spirit Airlines bankruptcy means for you
Spirit Airlines is filing for bankruptcy ahead of the busy holiday travel season. The budget airline has faced multiple setbacks recently, including rising labor costs and a failed merger with JetBlue. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more on what this means for travelers.