The 30-Year Secret – The Tracey Harris Murder
A little girl grows up wondering who murdered her mother. Decades later, prosecutors learn a secret that answers the question. "48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher reports.
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Amid spate of murders, Afghan journalists "just want to stay alive"
As the Taliban talks peace, Afghan and U.S. officials say it's using the targeted slaughter of Afghanistan's journalists for leverage.
The Murder of Jackie Vandagriff
After a chance encounter at a bar a college student is murdered. Was it because she resembled the killer’s ex? CBS News chief investigative and senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod reports for "48 Hours."
Preview: The Murder of Jackie Vandagriff
This week's "48 Hours" investigates the case of a young Texas woman who may have been murdered because she resembled the killer's ex-girlfriend. In 2016, police discovered the body of 24-year-old college student Jackie Vandagriff the morning after she met Charles Bryant at a bar. As police investigated, they learned Bryant had been stalking another woman, his ex-girlfriend Caitlin Mathis, and that Vandagriff may have been targeted because of her likeness to his ex. Mathis spoke to CBS News senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod in her first television interview, and Axelrod joined CBSN to discuss the case.
"48 Hours": The murder of Jackie Vandagriff
A 24-year-old Texas college student may have been murdered because she resembled the killer's ex. Charles Bryant's ex-girlfriend sits down in an exclusive interview.
Lisa Montgomery's sister speaks out ahead of execution
In 2004, Lisa Montgomery was arrested after she murdered 23-year-old Bobbie Jo Stinnett in Missouri, who was eight months pregnant. She was later convicted of capital murder and federal kidnapping -- leading to a death sentence. Now on the eve of her execution, her sister, Diane Mattingly, spoke to CBSN's Lana Zak about why Montgomery should be given clemency for her crimes.
Deadly shooting rampage near Chicago
A man has died in a shootout with police in the Chicago area, after going on a rampage that killed three people and wounded four others. Charlie De Mar has the latest.
The Suspicious Death of Christian Andreacchio
A man dies from a gunshot wound – his friends say they discovered him. Police rule out foul play, but his family says there are troubling clues. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
What Ever Happened to Mary Day?
A 13-year-old girl vanishes in 1981. Detectives believe she was murdered. Years later, a woman appears and claims to be the missing girl. Is she an impostor? "48 Hours" correspondent Maureen Maher reports.
Was a beauty queen-turned-teacher murdered by a former student at her school?
Years after Tara Grinstead vanished, another student came forward with a startling story.
Sharyn Alfonsi interviews Curtis Flowers
In September, prosecutors dropped all charges against a Mississippi man who had been tried six times for a quadruple murder. 60 Minutes correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi spoke with Curtis Flowers about his experience.
"Lizzie Borden Took an Axe"
Did Lizzie Borden really hack her parents to death? A surprising answer and an inside look at the haunting crime scene. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Broken Hearts
A story of tragedy and triumph -- the murder of a young woman and how a her killer’s heart saves the life of a dying woman. CBS News' Jim Axelrod reports.
UPS driver's co-worker confessed to killing him, warrant says
"What took you guys so long to find me?" document says he asked state troopers who arrested him after 15-hour manhunt.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for December 24, 2020
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Major Garrett."
CBS Evening News, December 24, 2020
Millions travel for holidays despite CDC warning and winter storm; Photographer strives to keep Santa photo tradition going during the pandemic
Pakistan to free Daniel Pearl murder suspect
A man convicted and sentenced to death in the 2002 murder and beheading of American journalist Daniel Pearl is set to be released in Pakistan. In April, a court lowered the charges for Ahmed Omar Saeed Sheikh. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has details.
Sneak peek: Broken Hearts
A story of tragedy and triumph -- the murder of a young woman and how her killer’s heart saves the life of a dying woman. CBS News' Jim Axelrod reports for "48 Hours" Saturday, December 26 at 9/8c on CBS.
Texas man killed by police was shot in the back, attorney says
Ben Crump says an independent autopsy is consistent with witness accounts that say Joshua Feast was fleeing when shot.
Bodycam footage sheds light on Ahmaud Arbery killing
New video has surfaced in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, who was gunned down while jogging in February. Omar Villafranca has the latest.
CBS Evening News, December 15, 2020
Vaccine distribution expands amid record COVID hospitalizations; Child's quest for answers about coronavirus pandemic takes unexpected turn
New video obtained in Ahmaud Arbery case
Newly-obtained body camera footage appears to contradict the account presented by one of the men charged in Ahmaud Arbery's killing. William "Roddie" Bryan filmed Gregory and Travis McMichael chasing down and shooting Arbery in February. Bryan's attorney has insisted his client was "never more than a witness" to Arbery's death. Omar Villafranca reports on the new video that suggests Bryan was more involved.
The Hunt for the Long Island Serial Killer
New clues in one of the largest unsolved murder cases in the U.S. A victim’s daughter speaks out for the first time. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports. [EDITOR'S NOTE: In July 2023, Rex Heuermann, an architect from Massapequa, Long Island, was arrested and charged with the murders of Megan Waterman, Amber Costello and Melissa Barthelemy. He pleaded not guilty. Heuermann is considered a prime suspect in the death of Maureen Brainard-Barnes. Erin Moriarty has been covering this story since 2011.]
Justice Dept. investigates Ohio shooting
The Justice Department is investigating the shooting death of Casey Goodson Jr., a 23-year-old Black man, by a deputy in Columbus, Ohio. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined CBSN with the latest on the case.
Vanessa Guillén's family vows to keep fighting after Army firings
Her family pleaded for Congress to pass legislation that addresses how the military responds to sexual assault and harassment.
Key takeaways from the major special counsel filing in Trump's 2020 election case
Judge Tanya Chutkan unsealed an expansive new filing in special counsel Jack Smith's case against former President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C.
Who won the VP debate? Here's what debate watchers said in CBS News poll
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Walz says he had his dates wrong, admits he didn't travel to China until August 1989
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz admitted during the debate that he had previously misspoken in 2014 when he said he was in mainland China between April and June 1989, during the Tiananmen Square protests.
How replica guns are getting Americans killed
Sales of BB and pellet guns that look like real firearms are rising, but their similarity to firearms has led to dozens of police shootings.
At least 6 killed in Israeli airstrike in Beirut as foreign nationals evacuate
Residents reported a sulfur-like smell following the attack, and Lebanon's state-run National News Agency accused Israel of using internationally banned phosphorous bombs.
Biden visits Carolinas to survey Hurricane Helene damage
President Biden went to North and South Carolina on Wednesday, taking an aerial tour of widespread damage caused by Hurricane Helene and meeting with emergency responders.
One-year mark of Oct. 7 attack prompts bulletin warning of violent extremism
A federal intelligence bulletin, authored by FBI, DHS and NCTC, warns of potential violent extremism in response to the one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News fact checked the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
FDA weighing approval of first new sunscreen ingredient in decades
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
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One-year mark of Oct. 7 attack prompts bulletin warning of violent extremism
A federal intelligence bulletin, authored by FBI, DHS and NCTC, warns of potential violent extremism in response to the one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Walz says he had his dates wrong, admits he didn't travel to China until August 1989
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz admitted during the debate that he had previously misspoken in 2014 when he said he was in mainland China between April and June 1989, during the Tiananmen Square protests.
How replica guns are getting Americans killed
Sales of BB and pellet guns that look like real firearms are rising, but their similarity to firearms has led to dozens of police shootings.
Words the VP candidates used most often during the debate
CBS News analyzed the words Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance of Ohio used most often during their debate Tuesday.
Maui wildfire erupted from brushfire believed to be extinguished, investigation finds
The wildfire on Maui last year erupted from an earlier brushfire caused by downed power lines that firefighters believed they had extinguished, officials said Wednesday.
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Bank of America customers report outage, with some seeing $0 balances
Bank of America customers are reporting problems accessing their online accounts, according to DownDetector.
Vance says immigration is causing a housing crunch. Here's what to know.
In Tuesday's vice presidential debate, Sen. JD Vance claimed that housing in the U.S. "is totally unaffordable" due to immigrants. Here's what to know.
Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
End of student loans grace period a potentially perilous time for borrowers
The 12-month grace period for student loan borrowers ended Sept. 30. The "on-ramp" period helped borrowers struggling to make payments avoid the risk of defaulting and hurting their credit score.
Harris defends position of blocking Nippon's purchase of U.S. Steel
Vice President Kamala Harris reinforced her stance that Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel should remain domestically owned.
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VP debate highlights from the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz met in New York for the CBS News vice presidential debate. Here are the highlights.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Watch JD Vance's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance said Americans "need a new direction" as he closed out the only VP debate before the November election.
Watch Tim Walz's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris' coalition of supporters, praising her for bringing "joy" to politics.
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FDA weighing approval of first new sunscreen ingredient in decades
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
Condom use is declining among younger generations. Here's why.
Fewer young people are having sex, but the teens and young adults who are sexually active aren't using condoms as regularly, if at all.
What to know about Marburg virus as Ebola-like outbreak spreads in Rwanda
Rwanda declared an outbreak of the highly contagious Marburg virus, a deadly hemorrhagic fever that has no authorized vaccine or treatment.
Hurricanes indirectly cause deaths for nearly 15 years after a storm, study finds
New research suggests tropical cyclones, both hurricanes and tropical storms, drive thousands of deaths for years after a storm passes.
Benefit trend: Employers opt to give workers an allowance for health coverage
Employers are eyeing a health reimbursement arrangement in which they make tax-preferred contributions to employees to use to buy coverage on the individual market.
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At least 6 killed in Israeli airstrike in Beirut as foreign nationals evacuate
Lebanon's state-run news agency has accused Israel of using internationally banned phosphorous bombs in Beirut.
What to know about Marburg virus as Ebola-like outbreak spreads in Rwanda
Rwanda declared an outbreak of the highly contagious Marburg virus, a deadly hemorrhagic fever that has no authorized vaccine or treatment.
Former U.K. leader says in book that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says in his memoir that he "had known for a year or more" that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer.
U.S. bomb from WWII explodes at airport in Japan; 80 flights canceled
A number of unexploded bombs dropped by the U.S. military during World War II have been unearthed in the area, officials said.
Bird flu kills 47 tigers, 3 lions and a panther in Vietnam zoos
The World Health Organization says there have been increasing reports of deadly outbreaks among mammals caused by influenza viruses, including H5N1.
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"Mornings Memory:" The launch of "Big Brother"
On this "Mornings Memory," "Big Brother" premiered, changing the reality TV landscape forever. Eddie McGee and two runners-up share how the show impacted their lives.
Former U.K. leader says in book that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says in his memoir that he "had known for a year or more" that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer.
Frank Fritz, star of "American Pickers," dies at 60
Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers."
John Amos, "Roots" and "Good Times" actor, dies at 84
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Weezer reflect on 30 years of "The Blue Album"
Rivers Cuomo and Patrick Wilson, the two remaining original members, revisited their 1994 debut album as part of their "Voyage to the Blue Planet" tour.
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Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
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.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
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Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
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.
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Eric Adams could face more charges
New York City Mayor Eric Adams could face more charges against him after pleading not guilty to five federal counts. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has more on the possibility of expanded charges or more people being charged in connection to Adams' case.
Video of judge being shot to death shown at court hearing
Video played in court that showed the moment a Kentucky judge was fatally shot in his chambers by a former sheriff charged in his murder.
Coast Guard seizes $4.3 million of cocaine from boat near Puerto Rico
Coast Guard crew members found 142 "brick-sized packages" that tested positive for cocaine inside a small boat.
MS-13 associate dubbed "La Diablita" sentenced to 50 years in prison
The woman convicted of luring five young men into a Long Island park where they were attacked by MS-13 gang members was sentenced to 50 years in prison Tuesday.
DNA found in truck leads to suspect in girl's 1995 abduction
Modern forensic tests helped identify a suspect in the abduction of Morgan Nick, a 6-year-old who disappeared in Arkansas in 1995.
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Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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Highlights from JD Vance-Tim Walz vice presidential debate
Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced off in their first and only scheduled vice presidential debate at the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City. Here are the highlights and analysis.
Presidential immunity's effect on Trump case
Special counsel Jack Smith's unsealed court filing revealed new evidence in the federal election interference case against former President Donald Trump. Over the summer, the Supreme Court ruled that Trump has immunity for official acts conducted as president. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the decision's impact on Trump's case.
Israeli monument honors hostages held in Gaza
Some families in Israel celebrated Rosh Hashanah Wednesday without their loved ones nearly a year after they were taken hostage by Hamas. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from the public plaza renamed Hostage Square in Tel Aviv. CBS News Digital international reporter Haley Ott reports on an Israeli family working to bring home their relative held hostage in Gaza.
Analyzing Netanyahu's Iran, Hezbollah stance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed retaliation against Iran for its missile attack against Israel Tuesday. When Iran attacked Israel in April, Israel responded with a limited strike. Jon Alterman, senior vice president and director of the Middle East program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to discuss how the prime minister could respond now.
Vance, Walz find middle ground during debate
Sen. JD Vance of Ohio and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz were back on the campaign trail Wednesday, one day after the only scheduled vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News. On Tuesday night, they found moments of middle ground while debating health care, gun control and the economy. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has more.