Obama lays out steps for criminal justice reform
"We can't close our eyes anymore" to problems with the criminal justice system, president says at NAACP conference
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Mexican authorities are offering a $3.8 million reward for the drug kingpin's capture
The head of the prison where Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman escaped has been fired. Mexican authorities are offering a $3.8 million reward for the drug kingpin's capture. David Gaddis, CEO of G-Global Protection Solutions and former regional director of the Drug Enforcement Agency in Mexico, joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss "El Chapo's" influence in Mexico and how he may have pulled off the brazen escape.
The DEA reportedly warned Mexico more than a year ago about an escape plan
The head of the prison where Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman escaped has been fired. Mexican authorities are offering a nearly $4 million reward for the drug kingpin’s capture. The DEA reportedly warned Mexico more than a year ago about an escape plan. Omar Villafraca reports from the U.S.-Mexico border in Laredo, Texas.
Obama, GOP Congress share a moment in sync on criminal justice reform
The president and Congress are both driving discussion this week on a major issue, but will the harmony last long enough for real reforms to pass?
Sinaloa Cartel drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman broke out of a Mexican prison for the second time
Sinaloa Cartel drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman broke out of a Mexican prison for the second time. Guzman stepped into the prison's shower and never came out. Omar Villafranca reports on the developments, including the sophisticated escape tunnel that was discovered.
DEA knew "El Chapo" had escape plans, warned Mexico
The notorious cartel chief's escape from a maximum security prison has raised a lot of questions about possible collusion by Mexican authorities
A massive manhunt is underway for one of the most dangerous drug traffickers in the world
A massive manhunt is underway for one of the most dangerous drug traffickers in the world. Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman escaped from his maximum-security prison over the weekend. It is the second time he has broken free. Omar Villafranca reports.
Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman broke out of a maximum-security prison on Saturday.
Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman broke out of a maximum-security prison on Saturday. His cartel is believed to be the top supplier of heroin, cocaine, and marijuana into the U.S. Carter Evans reports.
"El Chapo" tunnels his way out of prison in Mexico
Notorious Sinaloa cartel chief "Shorty" -- estimated to be worth $1 billion due to vast trafficking network -- has yet again slipped the clutches of officials
After prison riot, inmate found sawed nearly in two
Dead convict's body found stuffed into a garbage can with most of his internal organs removed after violence at Northern California prison
Obama to visit federal prison
His trip to El Reno prison in Oklahoma next week will make Obama the first sitting U.S. president to visit a federal prison
Israeli man gets 14 months for stealing Madonna's songs
An aspiring singer who auditioned for Israel's top TV song competition was convicted of stealing and selling unreleased tracks
Lawsuit: Immigrants paid $1 a day for janitorial work at private prison
Immigrants awaiting deportation proceedings at Colorado facility allege they sometimes worked under threat of solitary confinement
Greg Rozenberg was one of the last people to see George Smith alive. In 2010, attorney Mike Jones questioned Rozenberg in a Florida prison, where he was serving a sentence for trafficking oxycodone
Greg Rozenberg was one of the last people to see George Smith alive. In 2010, attorney Mike Jones questioned Rozenberg in a Florida prison, where he was serving a sentence for trafficking oxycodone.
The FBI is also investigating the prison for alleged corruption and a possible drug ring
Top prison officials are among the 12 Clinton Correctional Facility employees on paid administrative leave following the escape by convicted murderers David Sweat and Richard Matt. The FBI is also investigating the prison for alleged corruption and a possible drug ring. Anna Werner reports from Dannemora, New York.
Since his capture Sunday, escaped convict David Sweat has been telling investigators details of his escape from prison and what followed
Since his capture Sunday, escaped convict David Sweat has been telling investigators details of his escape from prison and what followed. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner reports.
Escaped N. Carolina convict back in custody
Convicted murderer Kristopher McNeil allegedly had help from an insider busting out of prison, but he wasn't free for long
David Sweat was shot and captured by authorities about 48 hours after police shot and killed the fellow prisoner he teamed with for a daring prison escape
David Sweat was shot and captured by authorities about 48 hours after police shot and killed the fellow prisoner he teamed with for a daring prison escape. Sweat and Richard Matt were on the loose for over three weeks. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner has the latest report on how the dramatic pursuit of two escaped killers came to an end.
Police in northern New York State say they are hoping sleep deprivation, bug bites, and lack of food or water will finally take their toll on David Sweat, who escaped with another inmate from a maximum security prison three weeks ago
Police in northern New York State say they are hoping sleep deprivation, bug bites, and lack of food or water will finally take their toll on David Sweat, who escaped with another inmate from a maximum security prison three weeks ago. However, bad weather could hamper the hunt. Anna Werner reports.
A law enforcement source said escaped killer Richard Matt was shot and killed by Border Patrol agents on Friday afternoon
A law enforcement source said escaped killer Richard Matt was shot and killed by Border Patrol agents on Friday afternoon. As CBS News correspondent Anna Werner reports, the pursuit continues for prisoner David Sweat.
The officer who allegedly aided prison escapees David Sweat and Richard Matt has been arrested
The officer who allegedly aided prison escapees David Sweat and Richard Matt has been arrested. Criminal defense attorney Randy Zelin joins CBSN to discuss.
A corrections officer, Gene Palmer, has been arrested for allegedly helping two convicted murderers escape from a maximum security prison in upstate New York
A corrections officer, Gene Palmer, has been arrested for allegedly helping two convicted murderers escape from a maximum security prison in upstate New York. CBS News correspondent Anna Werner has the latest developments in the manhunt.
Carter told Margaret Brennan that he is working on a proposal to Congress
U.S. Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter said that he is hopeful, but not confident, that the U.S. can close the military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba before the end of President Obama's term. Carter told Margaret Brennan that he is working on a proposal to Congress that would relocate some of the most dangerous prisoners and allow the prison to be shut down.
Illicit drugs "rampant" in California state prisons
Calif. inmates are dying of drug overdoses at nearly triple the national rate, despite new measures
Prison for bank robber who stopped for bite to eat
Pennsylvania man sought in heist got caught eating biscuits at a restaurant booth
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Election 2024 live updates as Trump-Harris polls show ties in battleground states
Going into the final weekend before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are crisscrossing the battleground states.
2 dead, 6 wounded in shootings in downtown Orlando
Eight people were shot, two fatally, into a crowd celebrating Halloween in downtown Orlando early Friday and a suspect was in custody, authorities said.
Trump on Cheney: See how she feels "when the guns are trained on her face"
Former President Donald Trump went after former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming during a campaign event with conservative personality Tucker Carlson.
Georgia official says fake voter fraud video is likely from Russian troll farm
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said a video purporting to show Haitians claiming that they illegally voted for Kamala Harris is fake and likely the work of a Russian troll farm.
October jobs take a hit from hurricanes, strike
This month's report reflects a lot of noise due to hurricanes, Boeing machinists strike.
Do I have COVID, the flu or something else? 2024 symptoms to know.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
"Voter Report Card" mailings described as "creepy," defended as effective
The mailings show whether each recipient voted in recent elections, and what appears to be redacted neighbors' voting histories.
When does daylight saving time end in 2024?
The end to daylight saving time means our clocks will "fall back" on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. But why do we have to adjust the time twice a year?
Collins Dictionary reveals its word of the year
Collins experts monitor their 20-billion-word database to create the annual list of new and notable words that reflect the ever-evolving English language.
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Trump on Cheney: See how she feels "when the guns are trained on her face"
Former President Donald Trump went after former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming during a campaign event with conservative personality Tucker Carlson.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (November 3)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Here's how much Tim Walz is worth. It's less than you might think.
Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' vice presidential running mate, earns six figures as governor of Minnesota. But his overall wealth is far more modest.
"Voter Report Card" mailings described as "creepy," defended as effective
The mailings show whether each recipient voted in recent elections, and what appears to be redacted neighbors' voting histories.
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Election 2024 live updates as Trump-Harris polls show ties in battleground states
Going into the final weekend before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are crisscrossing the battleground states.
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Here's how much Tim Walz is worth. It's less than you might think.
Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' vice presidential running mate, earns six figures as governor of Minnesota. But his overall wealth is far more modest.
Here's how much JD Vance is worth, from his bitcoin to real estate
JD Vance, former President Trump's running mate, has come a long way from his hardscrabble childhood of "Hillbilly Elegy."
October jobs take a hit from hurricanes, strike
This month's report reflects a lot of noise due to hurricanes, Boeing machinists strike.
Why cryptocurrency owners could impact the U.S. presidential election
Emerging cryptocurrency industry aims to put its stamp on the U.S. election by pouring money into key political races.
Boeing machinists' union leaders back new contract, call for Monday vote
Some 33,000 Boeing machinists have been on strike for weeks. Union leadership said the latest proposal adds a general wage increase of 38% over four years.
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Trump on Cheney: See how she feels "when the guns are trained on her face"
Former President Donald Trump went after former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming during a campaign event with conservative personality Tucker Carlson.
"Voter Report Card" mailings described as "creepy," defended as effective
The mailings show whether each recipient voted in recent elections, and what appears to be redacted neighbors' voting histories.
live updates
Election 2024 live updates as Trump-Harris polls show ties in battleground states
Going into the final weekend before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are crisscrossing the battleground states.
Georgia official says fake voter fraud video is likely from Russian troll farm
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said a video purporting to show Haitians claiming that they illegally voted for Kamala Harris is fake and likely the work of a Russian troll farm.
Here's how much JD Vance is worth, from his bitcoin to real estate
JD Vance, former President Trump's running mate, has come a long way from his hardscrabble childhood of "Hillbilly Elegy."
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Do I have COVID, the flu or something else? 2024 symptoms to know.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
Voters in 3 red states cast ballots on paid sick leave
The coronavirus pandemic underscored the importance of paid sick leave, a benefit to help workers and their families when they fall ill. Now voters in Missouri, Nebraska and Alaska are deciding whether employers must provide it.
Family of grandfather who died after eating Quarter Pounders is heartbroken
There has been one death in a severe E. coli outbreak that affected dozens of people. That victim lived in Grand Junction, and his family there says they have not filed a lawsuit against McDonald's or anyone involved.
Tumblers sold at Wawa stores recalled after reports of cuts
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare
The future of Medicare continues to come up in the closing arguments from both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump ahead of Election Day 2024.
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At least 8 killed in roof collapse at train station in Serbia
Emergency teams were dispatched to the downtown station and bulldozers were removing the debris looking for survivors.
Russia sentences former long-time U.S. Consulate worker to prison
A Russian court found long-time U.S. Consulate employee Robert Shonov guilty of "gathering information" on the Ukraine war and sharing it with a foreign nation.
Thousands show up in Dublin, duped by online Halloween parade hoax
Large crowds that gathered in central Dublin for a Halloween parade were tricked, not treated, by an apparent online hoax.
Largest drug "super lab" in Canada's history is busted
Police also found dozens of handguns, AR-15-style rifles and submachine-guns -- "many of which were loaded and ready to be used."
Hidden Maya city discovered in Mexico jungle by doctoral student
The ancient Maya city was named "Valeriana" after a nearby freshwater lagoon and built before 150 AD, researchers said.
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Revisiting the rise of super-sized portions
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back at a 1993 CBS report on America's growing appetite for large portions and bulk buying—a trend that now feels as classic as apple pie.
Tickets vanish from Ticketmaster accounts
Ticketmaster accounts are being hacked and the tickets resold on other sites in the final leg of the Taylor Swift concert tour. Ticketmaster won't say how many people are impacted.
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Charli XCX to host "Saturday Night Live" for the first time
Charli XCX has been tapped to work a double shift on "Saturday Night Live" next month — playing host and musical guest in the same evening.
Megan Thee Stallion sues blogger over "defamatory falsehoods"
The lawsuit claims popular content creator Milagro Gramz caused Megan Thee Stallion emotional distress by cyberstalking and questioning if the Grammy winner was actually shot.
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Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen 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.
Alleged China interference efforts: New details
The Washington Post is reporting that a group of hackers linked to the Chinese government collected audio recordings from phone calls of American political figures, including an unnamed Donald Trump campaign adviser. The report comes days after CBS News learned the same hacking group tried to access phones and networks used by the former president, Sen. JD Vance and members of Kamala Harris' campaign. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins CBS News with analysis.
Apple Intelligence AI rollout starts today with release of iOS 18.1
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
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Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
The Climate Election: Mining, explained
Viral claims in the wake of Hurricane Helene suggested that the government controlled the devastating storm to hit certain areas and that authorities were attempting to seize Chimney Rock, North Carolina, to commandeer mining operations. These claims are false — but extreme weather does have a significant impact on U.S. mines, particularly coal mines. Here's what to know.
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"48 Hours" reports on a fatal first date
In Illinois, fitness instructor Leslie Reeves was killed and her date Chris Smith was gravely wounded in a 2021 shooting ambush. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty breaks down how investigators tracked down the suspect.
Arrest made in killing of a Montana camper
When Dustin Kjersem was brutally attacked and killed at a Montana campsite earlier this month, friends who found him thought he had been mauled by a bear, but investigators now say evidence suggests he was murdered. Police have arrested a suspect, but don't have a motive yet.
Tiki the dog helps Illinois man survive gunshot to the head
Leslie Reeves and Chris Smith were both shot on their first date. Only Smith survived.
Largest drug "super lab" in Canada's history is busted
Police also found dozens of handguns, AR-15-style rifles and submachine-guns -- "many of which were loaded and ready to be used."
Shooting in mall in Vancouver, Washington leaves 1 dead, 2 wounded
One person is dead and two others wounded after a shooting in the food court of the Vancouver Mall in Vancouver, Washington, and the suspect is at large, police say.
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"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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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.
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?
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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October jobs hampered by hurricanes, strike
The Labor Department has released October's jobs report with employment growth slowed during the month due to Hurricanes Milton and Helene along with the Boeing strike. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down the numbers.
Revisiting the rise of super-sized portions
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back at a 1993 CBS report on America's growing appetite for large portions and bulk buying—a trend that now feels as classic as apple pie.
Man attacked by shark twice at the same beach
A surfer in Florida was attacked by a shark at Bathtub Beach near Miami—the same spot where he survived another attack 11 years ago.
Testing election superstitions
With the race for the White House heating up, "CBS Mornings Plus" explores three superstitious election theories, from cookie sales to other quirky predictions. Scott MacFarlane checks to see if these theories might really hint at the 2024 winner.
Trump and Harris rally voters
With just days until Election Day, former President Trump and Vice President Harris rallied in key states. Trump enlisted Tucker Carlson to target political rivals, while Harris, joined by Jennifer Lopez, addressed voter issues and Trump's recent remarks. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "CBS Mornings Plus" for campaign analysis