Capitol Police officers sue Trump and allies over January 6 riot
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Officer cleared in January 6 riot death
An internal investigation by U.S. Capitol Police has found that the officer who shot and killed a California woman, Ashli Babbitt, outside the House chamber during the January 6 Capitol riot acted lawfully and within the department's policy. CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano reports.
Suspect in custody after Capitol bomb threat
The suspect in a bomb threat investigation on Capitol Hill, Floyd Ray Roseberry, has surrendered after a nearly six-hour-long standoff with law enforcement. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on the latest, and then Kathy Guider, a retired FBI special agent and the global vice president of operations for the investigation research firm Veracity IIR, has more on how the negotiations unfolded.
Capitol bomb threat suspect surrenders
U.S. Capitol Police say a man who claimed to have a bomb in his pickup truck outside the Capitol building and Library of Congress has surrendered after a standoff that lasted several hours. Watch the briefing from U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger.
What we know about the "unprecedented" Capitol riot arrests
Seven months after the attack, more than 570 people had been arrested in what the government calls "the most complex investigation ever prosecuted by the Department of Justice."
Biden honors officers who defended U.S. Capitol
Nearly seven months after the January 6 U.S. Capitol insurrection, President Biden is awarding Congressional Gold Medals to Capitol and D.C. police officers who protected lawmakers from a mob of former President Trump supporters looking to interfere in the Electoral College vote count. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Politico White House correspondent Chris Cadelago spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about the push for recognition and the rest of the day's political news.
Biden signs bill honoring officers who protected Capitol
"You stood in the breach. You did your duty," the president said before signing the bill.
Officers describe terror of Capitol attack
A House select committee started its investigation into the attack on the U.S. Capitol. At a hearing, four police officers who defended the building on January 6 described their experiences in vivid detail. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports on their emotional testimony, and CBS News political contributor Molly Hooper joined "CBSN AM" with analysis.
Officers deliver emotional testimony in January 6 hearing
Four law enforcement officers testified before a House select committee on the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The panel plans on further investigating what led to the deadly insurrection and the origins of what some lawmakers refer to as "the big lie." CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave and BuzzFeed News national political reporter Kadia Goba join CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more.
House probe into Capitol riot set to begin
Four police officers are set to testify on Tuesday before a select House committee on the deadly Capitol insurrection. The officers will answer questions on their security tactics during the January 6 attack. Seven Democrats and two Republicans will conduct the investigation. CBS News' congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more on what to expect.
Officers who defended Capitol to testify
Officers who defended the U.S. Capitol from rioters on January 6 will testify Tuesday at the first hearing for the House select committee's investigation of the insurrection. CBS News reporter Cassidy McDonald joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on a preview of the hearing and details about the lingering physical and psychological effects officers are still dealing with.
Other Republicans "expressed their interest" in riot committee, Pelosi says
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy threatened to pull all five of his Republican picks from the panel Wednesday.
Pelosi rejects 2 GOP picks for riot probe
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi rejected two of Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy's recommendations for the January 6 committee investigating the U.S. Capitol riot. In response, McCarthy threatened to pull all of his picks for the panel and pursue an investigation led by Republicans. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the developments.
DEA agent charged with carrying badge and gun at Capitol riot
Mark Ibrahim of Orange County, California, was arrested and charged with four crimes that include making a false statement and carrying a firearm on restricted grounds.
Capitol rioter gets 8 months in prison
A man from Florida who waved a "Trump 2020" flag on the floor of the Senate chamber on January 6 has been sentenced to eight months in prison. Paul Hodgkins, who pleaded guilty last month, is the first Capitol riot defendant sentenced for a felony charge. CBS News reporter Cassidy McDonald joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on the case.
Florida man sentenced to 8 months in prison in Capitol riot case
Paul Hodgkins, a 38-year-old crane operator from Florida, waved a "Trump 2020" flag on the floor of the Senate chamber January 6 and pleaded guilty to obstruction of an official proceeding.
National Guard seeks reimbursement from Congress for Capitol protection
About 26,000 National Guard troops were sent to Washington, D.C., for President Biden's inauguration after the January 6 attack on the Capitol.
Family of 5 arrested and charged in U.S. Capitol riot
A tipster initially notified the FBI about the Munn family from Borger, Texas, and their alleged involvement in the Capitol riot.
Remaining fencing around the Capitol complex to be removed
Temporary fencing put in place after the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol will be taken down starting Friday.
FBI releases new video 6 months after Capitol riot
Six months after the deadly assault on the U.S. Capitol, the FBI is asking for the public's help in identifying suspects attacking federal officers.
Capitol police officer shares story of finding help
U.S. Capitol Police officers are still grappling with the trauma and violence they witnessed on January 6 as they defended the building and lawmakers against a violent mob fighting to stop President Biden's election certification. Two officers died by suicide in the aftermath of the assault, and others have also struggled, including veteran Guido Medina. He shared his story with CBS News' Debra Alfarone in hopes of helping others.
Pelosi announces committee to probe Capitol riot
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is launching a select committee to investigate the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
"Sedition Hunters" help find January 6 suspects
Amateur internet sleuths are hard at work tracking down the people who stormed the Capitol building on January 6. They call themselves "Sedition Hunters," and their information has proven useful to law enforcement. Bloomberg Businessweek reporter David Yaffe-Bellany discusses why these people are devoting large chunks of their daily lives to this pursuit and how law enforcement is responding to them.
Security failures ahead of Capitol riot
Two House committees heard testimony from officials on security preparedness and the response to the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports on domestic extremist threats. Then, CBS News reporter Cassidy McDonald joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano with more on the arrests of members of extremist groups allegedly involved in the deadly Capitol attack.
Senate report details failures around Capitol riot
As CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports, a Senate report released Tuesday cites security and intelligence failures that led to the January 6 Capitol attack and left Capitol Police officers unprepared to handle the mob that showed up that day. Siobhan Hughes, a Wall Street Journal congressional reporter, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the report and other developments on Capitol Hill.
One-time Hurricane Helene now tropical storm as it moves inland over Georgia
More than 2 million customers in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Special counsel files key brief in Trump case, but it remains under seal
The special counsel's filing is expected to provide the most comprehensive look at the evidence federal prosecutors have compiled in their case against former President Donald Trump.
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Trump says he'll meet with Zelenskyy at Trump Tower
Former President Donald Trump announced he will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in New York City.
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.
Alabama carries out nation's second nitrogen gas execution
Alan Eugene Miller was convicted of killing three men in 1999 and the state had previously attempted to execute him by lethal injection in 2022.
Israel hammers Hezbollah as U.S. and France push for a cease-fire
President Biden and his French counterpart say an Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire is needed now to avoid a potentially "much broader conflict."
Maps show Helene's track: What to know about its path and storm surge
Maps show possible storm surge, rainfall levels and more as Helene, once a major hurricane and now a tropical storm, moves inland from Florida's Gulf Coast over Georgia.
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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.
Alabama carries out nation's second nitrogen gas execution
Alan Eugene Miller was convicted of killing three men in 1999 and the state had previously attempted to execute him by lethal injection in 2022.
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
Trump says he'll meet with Zelenskyy at Trump Tower Friday morning
Former President Donald Trump announced he will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in New York City.
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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.
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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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.
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
Trump says he'll meet with Zelenskyy at Trump Tower Friday morning
Former President Donald Trump announced he will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in New York City.
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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.
Harris' emphasis on maternal health care pays dividends with Black women voters
Polls are showing renewed support from Black women voters for the Democratic ticket. Vice President Kamala Harris has backed key health priorities for Black women.
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Johnson demands Ukraine's Zelenskyy fire ambassador amid Trump rift
Republicans are claiming election interference after Zelenskyy visited Pennsylvania earlier this week.
Israel hammers Hezbollah as U.S. and France push for a cease-fire
President Biden and his French counterpart say an Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire is needed now to avoid a potentially "much broader conflict."
World's longest-serving death row inmate cleared of 1966 murders
The ruling by Tokyo's Shizuoka District Court brought an end to Iwao Hamakada's status as the world's longest serving death row inmate.
U.S., Australia, U.K. alliance sharpens its focus on China deterrence
The third AUKUS defense ministerial will see the allies look to expand their global ties as China-Russia cooperation deepens.
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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."
Disney+ to hike prices and crack down on password sharing
Disney follows in the footsteps of Netflix in looking to convert Disney+ password-borrowers into paying customers.
Disney+ cracks down on password sharing
Disney+ is the latest of the major platforms to crack down on sharing outside of the home. The company announced Wednesday that users will have to pay $6.99 a month for each additional user on the basic plan, which includes ads, or $9.99 for those with the ad-free option, and only one additional member is allowed per account.
Hoda Kotb says she's leaving NBC's "Today" show
Hoda Kotb has been the co-anchor of "Today" for more than five years.
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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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Inside look at Ghana romance scam operations
Men and women in the U.S. looking for love online are being tricked by young men trained to scam them. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta followed the money all the way to Ghana.
Why Eric Adams was indicted
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing decades in prison if convicted on federal charges unsealed Thursday. Adams denies any wrongdoing. CBS News crime and public safety senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter reports.
Eric Adams denies federal charges
A defiant Eric Adams denied allegations made in a federal indictment that was unsealed Thursday. Adams is now the first sitting mayor in New York City's history to be indicted on federal charges. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports following Adams' remarks.
Prosecutors reveal charges against Eric Adams
Federal prosecutors presented the alleged crimes New York City Mayor Eric Adams carried out during his campaign and while he has been in office. Prosecutors outlined apparent dealings with foreign entities and alleged paid travel expenses that were not disclosed, among other crimes. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more on the charges, and contributor Caroline Polisi has more insight on the allegations.
Eric Adams indictment reveals charges
An indictment alleges New York City Mayor Eric Adams sought and accepted benefits from foreign nationals. CBS News' Anna Schecter breaks down the charges in the indictment and legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe looks at the legal implications.
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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
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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 makes landfall
Hurricane Helene has made landfall in Florida, about 10 miles away from Perry. The Category 4 storm is now expected to head north through Georgia, where it will carry dangerous winds and flooding that could lead to landslides in southern Appalachia.
Helene to bring life-threatening storm surge
The National Hurricane Center is raising the alarm about a life-threatening storm surge from Helene after it makes landfall in Florida on Thursday night. Some parts of Florida's Gulf Coast could see water levels above 15 feet. CBS News meteorologist and hurricane expert David Yeomans looks at the storm's path and the dangerous storm surge threatening the region.
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.
Inside look at Ghana romance scam operations
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An inside look at an elaborate romance scam
Operating out of underground boiler rooms across Ghana, online criminal syndicates prey on older Americans, running sophisticated scams that break hearts and empty bank accounts. Ghanaian scammers told CBS News they prefer targeting men as they are easier to trap and less likely to report the scam because of their deep shame. Debora Patta reports.