Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine pushes back on fake migrant story shared by Trump
The baseless rumors have been amplified in recent days by former President Donald Trump and his allies.
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Ohio Gov. DeWine rejects fake migrant story
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, addresses false claims that Haitian immigrants in Springfield are eating people's pets — a falsehood amplified by former President Donald Trump at Tuesday's debate.
Trump repeats false Haitian migrant claims
Former President Donald Trump falsely claimed Haitian immigrants are "eating the dogs" and pets in Springfield, Ohio, during the presidential debate Tuesday night. A city spokesperson told CBS News there have been "no credible reports or specific claims" of pets being harmed by immigrants. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has the details.
Vance repeats baseless Haitian migrants claim
Sen. JD Vance, the running mate of former President Donald Trump, wrote on social media that there are reports of undocumented Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, abducting and eating people's pets. The CBS News Confirmed team has verified this is false, and there are no credible reports of this happening. Rhona Tarrant, executive editor of CBS News Confirmed, joins with the details.
Trump, Vance repeat baseless claim about Haitian migrants and cats
The viral claim about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, has garnered millions of views on X, and former President Donald Trump repeated it in the debate.
A rare coin hidden for decades could fetch $500,000 at auction
The extraordinarily rare coin, struck by the U.S. Mint in San Francisco in 1975, could bring more than $500,000.
Judge blocks Ohio from enforcing 2 more laws restricting abortions
Two more Ohio abortion restrictions have been blocked in court as the legal impact of a 2023 constitutional amendment guaranteeing access to the procedure continues to be felt.
2 elephants at Ohio zoo will welcome calves by the same father
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio announced this week that for the first time in the zoo's history, two elephants are pregnant at the same time.
Testing underway to identify victims of notorious 1930s serial killer
A non-profit has exhumed the remains of two unidentified victims of a notorious serial killer who was also known as the "Mad Butcher of Kingsbury Run."
Ohio officer charged with murder in shooting death
A grand jury has indicted Ohio police officer Connor Grubb on charges of murder, involuntary manslaughter and felonious assault in the 2023 shooting death of Ta'Kiya Young, a pregnant Black woman. The 21-year-old had been suspected of shoplifting before the fatal shooting. Tom Hanson has the latest.
Officer indicted in fatal shooting of pregnant Black woman accused of shoplifting
A grand jury indicted police officer Connor Grubb on charges of murder, involuntary manslaughter and felonious assault.
Detectives seek tips 45 years after shooting death of Yellow Pages heiress
Marion Berry Ouma was the granddaughter of Yellow Pages founder Loren Berry, Mohave County Sheriff's Office Special Investigation Unit said.
U.S. fugitive dubbed "The Devil" caught in Mexico after 20 years on run
Antonio "El Diablo" Riano was on the sheriff's office "Most Wanted" list and was profiled on "America's Most Wanted."
Man gets 3 years in 2011 death of fiancée
John Carter was charged with two counts of murder in relation to the death of his fiancée Katelyn Markham.
Wyoming senator on Trump's VP pick JD Vance
Republican Sen. John Barrasso of Wyoming discusses how Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, former President Donald Trump's new running mate, can draw in disenfranchised Democrats.
What Trump's choice of JD Vance as his running mate means for the Senate
If Donald Trump wins the election, JD Vance would have to give up his Senate seat to serve as vice president, prompting questions about who would fill the vacancy.
Donald Trump Jr. on VP pick JD Vance
Shortly after former President Donald Trump officially secured the GOP presidential nomination during the roll call vote at the Republican National Convention, Donald Trump Jr. explained to CBS News why he believes Ohio Sen. JD Vance is the best running mate for his father. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more from the convention floor.
How JD Vance and Trump compare on policy
Former President Donald Trump selected Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate Monday. Vance is a 39-year-old first-term senator, former venture capitalist and author of the book "Hillbilly Elegy." CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins to unpack the decision.
Critically endangered gorilla born at Ohio zoo
There's an adorable new face at an Ohio zoo, a baby western lowland gorilla.
NTSB's final meeting on 2023 Ohio derailment
The National Transportation Safety Board will hold its final meeting Tuesday on the 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, that scattered toxic materials into the air and water. The group will then release a final report of its findings and recommendations to prevent future incidents. Chris Marquette, transportation reporter for Politico, joined CBS News to discuss some of the new rail safety rules that have come in the wake of the East Palestine derailment.
Bernie Sanders to hold rally in Ohio
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is holding a rally in Ohio Thursday, seeking to bolster support for an upcoming ballot initiative to raise the state's minimum wage to $15 an hour.
Why Vance is a possible Trump running mate
Former President Donald Trump is holding a campaign fundraiser Wednesday in Ohio, a state represented by Senator J.D. Vance, one of Trump's possible running mate candidates. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more on the relationship between Trump and Vance.
Northeast and Midwest prepare for dangerous temperatures, heat dome
A heat wave is forecast to bring dangerously hot temperatures to the Midwest and Northeast this week.
Rare "highly toxic" viper found in Ohio
"Swamp rattlers" were once found across 30 Ohio counties, but for decades, they've become "increasingly rare" – and have only been seen in a handful of spots.
3-year-old fatally stabbed by woman in random attack in Ohio parking lot
The boy and his mother were going back to their vehicle when a woman ran at them with a knife, police said.
"Everyone was targeted" in Wisconsin school shooting, police say
A "combination of factors" appear to have led a 15-year-old student to carry out a school shooting, police in Madison, Wisconsin, said Tuesday.
CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione indicted by Manhattan DA
Luigi Mangione was indicted Tuesday by the Manhattan district attorney in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Congressional leaders unveil bill to avoid government shutdown
Leaders in Congress unveiled a measure to keep the government funded, facing a Friday night deadline to avert a government shutdown.
Trump taps Herschel Walker for ambassador to the Bahamas
Herschel Walker, the former football star who unsuccessfully ran for Senate in Georgia in 2022, will be nominated to serve as ambassador to the Bahamas.
Ukraine claims blast that killed head of Russia's chemical weapons unit
The head of Russia's chemical and biological forces, Lt. General Igor Kirillov, was killed in a Moscow bomb blast claimed by Ukraine.
Nima Momeni guilty of murder in killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee
Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a verdict reached by a San Francisco jury after seven days of deliberations.
1 killed, 9 injured in mass shooting in Baltimore suburb, police say
One person was killed and nine others injured in a mass shooting in the Baltimore suburb of Towson Tuesday night, authorities said.
Rex Heuermann, alleged Long Island serial killer, charged with 7th killing
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann has been charged with a seventh murder.
Japan's Honda and Nissan to begin merger talks, report says
The automakers are reportedly considering a merger to compete against large EV makers.
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Trump taps Herschel Walker for ambassador to the Bahamas
Herschel Walker, the former football star who unsuccessfully ran for Senate in Georgia in 2022, will be nominated to serve as ambassador to the Bahamas.
Megan Thee Stallion asks for restraining order against Tory Lanez
Tory Lanaz, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, is harassing her from prison through surrogates, the petition alleges.
Men's retreats offer participants a safe space amid loneliness epidemic
Last year, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy declared loneliness a national health epidemic, saying it poses risks as deadly as smoking.
Ana Orsini, Arizona news anchor, dies at 28
Ana Orsini, an anchor at CBS affiliate KOLD-TV in Tucson, Arizona, died last week of a brain aneurysm, her colleagues announced on air.
Boeing Starliner crew's return to Earth delayed yet again
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been stuck in space for months longer than expected, and will not return to Earth until at least March 2025 at the earliest, NASA indicated.
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Social Security Fairness Act could restore benefits, but policies still cause hardship
"In essence, this money has been stolen from all of us for all these years," said an 84-year-old woman whose late husband's Social Security benefits were slashed. "It's not fair."
What to know about Frontier Airlines' $299 "GoWild!" annual pass
Here's what to know about Frontier's "GoWild!" unlimited flight deal, an "all you can fly" offer that costs $299.
Japan's Honda and Nissan to begin merger talks, report says
The automakers are reportedly considering a merger to compete against large EV makers.
How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
Walmart says it's testing body cameras on some store employees
Walmart says retailing giant is testing pilot in one market, and no longer-term decisions have been made.
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Trump taps Herschel Walker for ambassador to the Bahamas
Herschel Walker, the former football star who unsuccessfully ran for Senate in Georgia in 2022, will be nominated to serve as ambassador to the Bahamas.
Trump lawyers allege juror misconduct in New York criminal case
Heavy redactions obscured almost all information about the accusations themselves.
How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
New federal rule bans "junk fees" on hotels and live event tickets
"People deserve to know upfront what they're being asked to pay," FTC Chair Lina Khan said in announcing crackdown on certain consumer fees.
AOC loses bid to become top Democrat on Oversight Committee
Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia won election to serve as the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, defeating Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
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Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Alabama woman doing well after gene-edited pig kidney transplant
Towana Looney, a 53-year-old Alabama woman, is now free from years of dialysis after receiving an experimental pig kidney transplant last month.
A look at sugar and its impact on kids
Author Emily Oster talks about new research linking early sugar exposure to chronic diseases.
Trump's picks for top health jobs not just team of rivals but "team of opponents"
The president-elect's choices to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, FDA and CDC, hold positions on issues including abortion and vaccination that are often at odds.
Teenager's mild symptoms were signs of an alarming condition
Lizzie Clark was 13 when she started hearing a constant ringing in her ear. Doctors found a tumor on her facial nerve.
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Bronze-Age Britons were cannibalized after massacre, research shows
Researchers determined that dozens of men, women and children were violently killed and cannibalized in Bronze Age-era England.
Argentinian President Javier Milei plans to attend Trump inauguration
Milei is the first world leader expected to be in Washington, D.C. for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, though arrangements are underway for others to join.
DNA evidence leads to suspect 28 years after deadly stabbing
Police in the Canadian capital of Ottawa say they have arrested and charged a suspect in the deadly stabbing of Christopher Smith in 1996.
Dad and stepmom jailed for "campaign of abuse" that killed U.K. girl
The stepmother and father of Sara Sharif have been sentenced to life in prison for horrific abuse that ended up killing the 10-year-old British girl.
Man stopped at border crossing with dead woman in passenger seat
The officers became suspicious after noticing the female passenger "was not conscious and was not communicating."
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Megan Thee Stallion asks for restraining order against Tory Lanez
Tory Lanaz, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, is harassing her from prison through surrogates, the petition alleges.
How Nikki Glaser is preparing for Golden Globes hosting gig
Comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her honest style, is gearing up to host the 82nd Annual Golden Globes.
Nikki Glaser on being Golden Globes host
The New York Times called comedian Nikki Glaser "comedian of the year" for her knockout HBO special, "Someday You'll Die." It received Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe nominations. And now, Glaser is taking on a new project — hosting the Golden Globes. She joins "CBS Mornings."
Idris Elba on "Sonic the Hedgehog 3"
The highly anticipated "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" hits theaters this Friday, introducing a fierce new enemy, Shadow. Six-time Emmy nominee Idris Elba reprises his role as Knuckles and shares how he got back up to speed for the action-packed sequel.
"Star Trek II," "Dirty Dancing" among films named to National Film Registry
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men," "The Social Network," Cheech & Chong's "Up in Smoke," and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre."
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2024 space exploration and advancements
2024 has been a big year for space exploration, with the shift towards privately financed missions fueling major innovations. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood discusses the latest on the Boeing Starliner astronauts who have been stuck at the International Space Station for months, the Odysseus moon lander, Space X and NASA.
Could Trump prevent a TikTok ban?
TikTok is asking the Supreme Court to pause a law that could ban the app in the U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said that he has a "warm spot" in his heart for the social media app. CBS News Supreme Court producer Catherine Cole has more.
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.
How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
Nima Momeni guilty of murder in killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee
Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a verdict reached by a San Francisco jury after seven days of deliberations.
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How climate change impacted 2024
From record-breaking temperatures to devastating disasters, 2024 brought the world closer to the reality of what climate change looks and feels like. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Bronze-Age Britons were cannibalized after massacre, research shows
Researchers determined that dozens of men, women and children were violently killed and cannibalized in Bronze Age-era England.
ClimateWatch: Looking back on 2024’s extreme weather
In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks back at the devastating hurricanes, landslides, flooding and more that impacted the U.S. this year.
Sustainable gift-giving: How to reduce waste
According to the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. creates nearly 6 billion tons more waste in December than in other months. The nonprofit says about 25% of returned products end up in landfills. Sandra Goldmark, a circular economy expert and associate dean at the Columbia University Climate School, joins CBS News to share examples of sustainable, environmentally friendly gifts for everyone on your list.
Insurers pull back wildfire coverage
Increasingly intense wildfires have become more common in California, upending the lives of thousands. Many insurers are dwindling coverage options, leaving several homes in danger. Business Insider senior sustainability reporter Catherine Boudreau joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Luigi Mangione indicted in New York
The man arrested in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson earlier this month has been indicted in New York on murder charges. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced the charges against Luigi Mangione on Tuesday. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Anna Schecter break them down.
1 killed, 9 injured in mass shooting in Baltimore suburb of Towson, police say
One person was killed and nine others injured in a mass shooting in the Baltimore suburb of Towson Tuesday night, authorities said.
What to know about Cash App murder verdict
Tech consultant Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the 2023 stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee. CBS News Bay Area reporter Lauren Toms has more details.
Gilgo Beach suspect charged with 7th murder
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heurmann has been charged with a seventh murder. He has pleaded not guilty in the murders of six other women. CBS News New York reporter Carolyn Gusoff has more.
Motive unclear in Wisconsin school shooting
Police in Madison, Wisconsin, said a number of factors may have led a 15-year-old student to open fire in a classroom on Monday, killing two people before taking her own life. Two of the injured were still in critical condition on Tuesday. Charlie De Mar reports.
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Starliner astronauts' return delayed again
Two astronauts who have been stuck aboard the International Space Station for months will have to wait even longer to come home. Their planned returned was delayed once again on Tuesday, pushing their earliest return trip back to late March. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Boeing Starliner crew's return to Earth delayed yet again
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been stuck in space for months longer than expected, and will not return to Earth until at least March 2025 at the earliest, NASA indicated.
Here's when, where the Geminid meteor shower will be visible during peak
One of the best meteor showers of the year is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can catch the Geminids.
When you can see the Cold Moon, 2024's final full moon
December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.
Learning from the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars
Engineers now say they understand the most likely cause of the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars earlier this year.
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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.
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
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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Government funding bill unveiled
Congressional leaders have unveiled a stopgap bill to keep the government funded through March 14, 2025. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Luigi Mangione indicted in New York
The man arrested in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson earlier this month has been indicted in New York on murder charges. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced the charges against Luigi Mangione on Tuesday. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Anna Schecter break them down.
What to know about Cash App murder verdict
Tech consultant Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the 2023 stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee. CBS News Bay Area reporter Lauren Toms has more details.
Gilgo Beach suspect charged with 7th murder
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heurmann has been charged with a seventh murder. He has pleaded not guilty in the murders of six other women. CBS News New York reporter Carolyn Gusoff has more.
2024 space exploration and advancements
2024 has been a big year for space exploration, with the shift towards privately financed missions fueling major innovations. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood discusses the latest on the Boeing Starliner astronauts who have been stuck at the International Space Station for months, the Odysseus moon lander, Space X and NASA.