Killer interviewed on deathbed as detectives look into unsolved homicides
Officers were working "to determine if Mr. Artman can be tied to any other homicide or missing person cases," Kent County Lt. Eric Brunner said.
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Family from Arkansas identified as victims in fatal Michigan home explosion
Police say a preliminary investigation indicates that the cause of the blast was a fuel explosion. No foul play is suspected.
Trump ballot eligibility challenged in several states
Maine's secretary of state on Thursday ruled that former President Donald Trump is unqualified to be on the state's primary ballot due to his role in the Jan. 6 insurrection, while her counterpart in California ruled the opposite, declining to remove Trump's name from the ballot there. There are similar pending challenges from Trump critics in several other states. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Previewing college football bowl games
The Alabama Crimson Tide will play against the Michigan Wolverines in the Rose Bowl on Monday, Jan. 1. Brandon Marcello, national college football writer for CBS Sports, joins CBS News to discuss the upcoming matchup and other bowl games to watch.
Michigan court keeps Trump on ballot
Michigan's Supreme Court rejected an attempt to remove former President Donald Trump from the state's 2024 primary ballot. The decision contrasts with the recent ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court, which disqualified Trump from holding office again due to his role in the Jan. 6 insurrection. Scott MacFarlane reports from Washington.
Michigan court lets Trump stay on ballot
Michigan's Supreme Court says Donald Trump can remain on the primary ballot after multiple groups pushed for his removal under the 14th Amendment, which bars someone from holding office if he has "engaged in insurrection." Last week, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled the former president cannot appear on their state's primary ballot due to his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, a decision Trump's legal team says it will appeal. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Michigan Supreme Court rejects bid to keep Trump off 2024 ballot
The decision from Michigan's top court comes one week after the Colorado Supreme Court found that Trump is disqualified from holding office under the Constitution's "insurrection clause."
Report: Trump recorded pressuring canvassers
Former President Donald Trump was apparently recorded pressuring two Michigan canvassers not to sign the certification of the 2020 presidential election, according to a Detroit News report. CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the new allegations.
Trump reportedly pressured Michigan canvassers in 2020 phone call
The Detroit News published text from audio it says it obtained of a November 2020 call.
2 states Biden won in 2020 move to toss-up
The Cook Political Report is moving two states President Biden won in 2020 to toss-up status. Politico reporter Brakkton Booker and NPR White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram join "America Decides" to discuss the latest on Mr. Biden's reelection bid.
Motor City Kwanzaa Kinara returns to downtown Detroit
The Motor City Kwanzaa Kinara, which was labeled as the world's largest kinara of its kind, is returning to downtown Detroit this year.
Michigan mother found guilty of murder in starvation death of teen son
The jury deliberated just over an hour before convicting Shanda Vander Ark in the 2022 death of Timothy Ferguson.
How Biden's pro-Israel stance may impact 2024
A new CBS News poll shows what Americans think about the economy and the Israel-Hamas war, with major implications for 2024. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Ed O'Keefe and Bo Erickson have more.
Michigan man drove around with $2 million winning lottery ticket for 4 months before realizing he won
A 29-year-old Michigan man drove around with a $2 million winning scratch off lottery ticket for four months before realizing he won.
In Michigan, anger over Biden's war stance could cost him votes
As the administration continues standing by Israel's deadly attacks on Gaza, one Arab-American in Michigan says he and his community can no longer support the president.
Biden losing support amid Israel-Hamas war
President Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas war continues to be met with majority disapproval, according to a new CBS News poll. The president is losing voter support in Michigan, a state he won in the 2020 election, over the war response. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
Oxford High School shooter sentenced to life in prison without parole
The Oxford High School shooter was sentenced on Friday to life in prison without parole, more than two years after four people were killed and seven others were injured.
Oxford High School shooter sentenced
The families of Michigan's Oxford High School shooting victims watched as the man who carried out the attack in 2021 was sentenced Friday to life without a possibility of parole by Oakland County Judge Kwame Rowe. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins CBS News with more on the sentencing, and Kyla Peeples, a CBS News associate producer, reports on the hearing.
Oxford shooting victim impact statements
Ethan Crumbley is awaiting his sentence for the deadly November 2021 shooting at Oxford High School in Oakland County, Michigan. Four students were killed. CBS News Detroit's Jordan Burrows is following the latest phase in the case as victim impact statements get underway.
UAW union members ratify labor deal with General Motors
United Auto Workers union members approved a new contract with GM, making the company the first Detroit automaker to get a ratified deal.
Why courts declined to keep Trump off ballot
A Michigan judge dismissed a lawsuit Tuesday that argued former President Donald Trump should not be on the state's Republican primary ballot in 2024. The Minnesota Supreme Court rejected a similar lawsuit last week. Mark Graber, professor at the University of Maryland's Carey Law School, joins CBS News to unpack the legal reasoning behind the decisions.
Democrats critical of Israel facing challenges
The House voted on Tuesday to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib, a Democrat from Michigan and the only Palestinian American in Congress, over her comments about Israel. Meanwhile, other Democrats who have been critical of Israel, including Reps. Jamaal Bowman of New York, Cori Bush of Missouri, Summer Lee of Pennsylvania and Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, are facing new political challenges in their home districts. Josh Kraushaar, the editor-in-chief of Jewish Insider and a senior political contributor at Axios, joined CBS News to discuss.
House votes to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib
The GOP-led House voted to censure Michigan Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib over her remarks regarding Israel and Hamas. Tlaib is the only Palestinian American in Congress and is one of two Muslim women in the U.S. House and has been accused of promoting false narratives and calling for the destruction of the state of Israel. Nikole Killion has more.
5,000 UAW members go on strike at Arlington Assembly Plant in Texas
The UAW has expanded its strike again, and called 5,000 members at one of General Motors' most profitable plants to join the strike.
Michigan State employee suspended after Hitler's image shown at football game
Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller said he has suspended an employee involved in allowing Adolf Hitler's image to be shown on videoboards before playing No. 2 Michigan.
Helene slams Southeast, leaving at least 15 dead and millions without power
Millions of customers in several states were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Hurricane Helene videos show massive flooding and rescue efforts
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrives for arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
Trump meets with Zelenskyy, vowing to resolve Ukraine war "very quickly"
Former President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump Tower in New York on Friday morning.
Harris to call for tougher security measures during trip to southern border
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank, U.S. officials says
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
Deadly strikes in Lebanon go on as Netanyahu shifts tone on cease-fire
Israel's leader softens his stance on a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal with Hezbollah, but deadly strikes in Lebanon continue before his U.N. speech.
Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
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Hurricane Helene videos show massive flooding and rescue efforts
City officials shared clips of boats slammed into homes and a residence burning amid the floodwaters as they conducted water rescue operations.
Video shows rescue of man, dog sailing during Hurricane Helene
Video shows a Coast Guard member descending into the choppy ocean from a helicopter to reach the man and dog.
Dryer cycle becomes key clue at the scene of an Idaho mother's death
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrives for arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank, U.S. officials says
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
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Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
A top DJT investor says it has sold most of its shares in Trump Media
A top investor in Trump Media & Technology Group has shed most of its position in the Truth Social owner, according to a filing.
Trump debuts new merch: Watches selling for up to $100,000
Former President Donald Trump announced the new watch line on Truth Social, describing the timepieces as "truly special."
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrives for arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
Michigan will remain competitive until Election Day, Rep. Debbie Dingell predicts
"I don't think we know who's going to win Michigan yet," Rep. Debbie Dingell told chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett on "The Takeout" podcast.
Harris to call for tougher security measures during trip to southern border
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
Iranian hackers charged in alleged targeting of Trump campaign, sources say
The FBI launched probes earlier this summer after both the Trump and then-Biden campaigns experienced attempted phishing schemes targeting people associated with the candidates, sources told CBS News in August.
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Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Boar's Head plants nationwide now part of law enforcement investigation, USDA says
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Free COVID tests are back. But there are more accurate tests for sale.
The latest round of COVIDTests.gov will again rely on less sensitive "antigen" tests.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan overdose reversal drug instead of news
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
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Ex-intelligence chief jailed for "aggravated torture" of journalist
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
Naomi Campbell banned from running U.K. charity over "serious misconduct"
U.K. regulators found "serious misconduct" by Naomi Campbell's Fashion for Relief charity, disqualifying her from running a charity in Britain for five years.
South Korea set to criminalize possessing or watching deepfake porn
South Korea is poised to criminalize possessing or looking at sexually explicit AI-manipulated deepfake photos or video.
Deadly strikes in Lebanon go on as Netanyahu shifts tone on cease-fire
Israel's leader softens his stance on a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal with Hezbollah, but deadly strikes in Lebanon continue as he addresses the U.N.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died at 89
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
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Naomi Campbell banned from running U.K. charity over "serious misconduct"
U.K. regulators found "serious misconduct" by Naomi Campbell's Fashion for Relief charity, disqualifying her from running a charity in Britain for five years.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died at 89
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
"CBS Mornings Plus" debuts third hour of live coverage on Monday, Sept. 30
Tony Dokoupil and Adriana Diaz co-host "CBS Mornings Plus," airing weekdays on CBS-owned stations in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Detroit and Miami, and streaming on CBS News 24/7.
Nevada Supreme Court orders dismissal of Nathan Chasing Horse sex abuse case
The Nevada Supreme Court left open a possibility for charges to be refiled.
Cate Blanchett on "Disclaimer"
Academy Award-winning actor Cate Blanchett joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new psychological thriller, "Disclaimer."
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Top staff leave OpenAI amid for-profit push
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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.
Here are the celebrity voices Meta now uses for its AI chatbots
Meta AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
Bieber song about "'Diddy' party" is likely AI-generated, researchers say
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
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How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Climate change views in Florida and Texas
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Why are houses collapsing on Outer Banks?
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
California officials on climate change laws
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
California Democrats on gas, oil
Some of California's Democratic state politicians say they are voting against clean energy measures and climate legislation for economic reasons connected to their constituents. CBS News Sacramento's Julie Watts reports.
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Ex-intelligence chief jailed for "aggravated torture" of journalist
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
Eric Adams set to be arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is set to be arraigned Friday on federal charges that include bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Dryer cycle becomes key clue at the scene of an Idaho mother's death
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
Details emerge on suspect after 3 family members killed in Vermont
A search of Brian Crossman Jr.'s cell phone found multiple internet searches related to serial killers and unresolved murders, police said.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrives for arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
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2 cosmonauts, NASA astronaut return to Earth after marathon mission
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
Earth will get a second moon for nearly 57 days this year
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
NASA's "Hidden Figures" honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
When and how to see September's Harvest Moon
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
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Hurricane Helene devastates Florida
Hurricane Helene left damage behind in Tallahassee, Florida, and other areas close to the Gulf of Mexico. Tom Hanson reports. Also, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins CBS News with more on federal response for those affected.
Eric Adams set to be arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is set to be arraigned Friday on federal charges that include bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance charges. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Kamala Harris headed to the border
Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting the U.S.-Mexico border Friday as former President Donald Trump meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in New York. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Tropical Storm Helene in Georgia
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida Friday before weakening in Georgia. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez is in Tampa and Skyler Henry is in Asheville, Tennessee, where winds gusts and flooding are prevalent. Also, CBS News New York meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
Big Ten competes in blood drive showdown
Big Ten football is back on CBS, but this season, thanks to Abbott, there's more at stake than just school pride. The healthcare giant has teamed up with the Big Ten for a blood donation competition. We caught up with Tom Brady at Big Ten headquarters to talk about "The We Give Blood Drive" and the $1 million prize on the line. To find a blood donation center near you and to learn more about "The We Give Blood Drive," you can visit bigten.org/abbott. The winning school will be announced at the Big Ten Championship Game in December.