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A Missouri appellate court ruled that a lower court was right when it decided to overturn the murder conviction of a woman who spent 43 years behind bars for a killing her lawyers argue was committed by a discredited police officer.
The bestselling author of legal thrillers has co-written a work of non-fiction: "Framed," a collection of stories about people wrongfully convicted of crimes, and the fight to exonerate them.
The bestselling novelist returns with a work of non-fiction, co-written by the founder of an organization advocating for the wrongfully convicted, that details the painful stories of people convicted for crimes they did not commit.
Iwao Hakamada, 88, was declared innocent of the quadruple murder that he spent 46 years on death row for.
In 2011 when he was just 18, Marcel Brown was convicted as an accomplice to a murder three years earlier.
Police said they matched DNA taken from Dana Ireland's body to that of Albert Lauro Jr.
A St. Louis Circuit Court judge had ordered Christopher Dunn be released by Wednesday evening, and threatened the warden with contempt if he wasn't.
A Missouri judge on Monday overturned the conviction of Christopher Dunn, who has spent more than 30 years in prison for a killing he has long contended he didn't commit.
Sandra Hemme, now 64, had been serving a life sentence after she was twice convicted of murder in the death of library worker Patricia Jeschke.
Russian reports say U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Gordon Black told a court he inadvertently stole some money, but did not threaten a Russian woman.
If released, Sandra Hemme's prison term will mark the longest known wrongful conviction of a woman in U.S. history, her attorneys said.
Marcellus Williams is scheduled to be executed Sept. 24. He never received a hearing for an innocence claim that some officials believe is legitimate.
A wrongful conviction hearing for Christopher Dunn begins in Missouri. Dunn has spent 33 years in prison for a murder he says he didn't commit.
An assistant bank manager fired for taking a free detergent sample from a nearby store in Tokyo has won his court battle against his employer.
Missouri man spent almost three decades in prison for a murder he didn't commit before he was finally released.
Marvin Haynes walked out of prison last month after a judge overturned his conviction for the 2004 murder of Randy Sherer.
"We are deeply remorseful for the past wrongs that caused tremendous harm to Mr. Long, his family, friends, and our community," the city's statement read.
Soto spent more than 40 Christmas Eves in prison, after a wrongful conviction for a murder he didn't commit.
American Paul Whelan, imprisoned in Russia for 5 years, says it's "unfathomable to me that they've left me behind."
The federal judge said a trial judge in Mississippi didn't give Terry Ptichford's lawyer enough chance to argue that the prosecution was dismissing Black jurors for discriminatory reasons.
James Soto, 62, and David Ayala, 60 were wrongfully convicted in two 1981 murders and were expected to be released on Thursday.
America is the land of second chances, and one Detroit man is making the most of his.
David Sparks was 16 when he was picked up for violating a Philadelphia curfew for teens. He was later wrongfully convicted in a deadly shooting.
The city of Philadelphia is compensating a man who spent decades in prison for a crime he didn't commit.
Leonard Allen Cure resisted arrest during a traffic stop, authorities say. He'd gotten $817,000 in compensation in August from Florida, where he'd been behind bars.
The New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner has pledged to continue efforts to identify 9/11 victims' remains for as long as there are families looking for answers.
The easing of restrictions would allow Kyiv to use the Army Tactical Missile System, or ATACMS, to hit targets inside Russia.
The families of eight school shooting victims opened their doors to Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp, allowing them to document their children's bedrooms.
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.
Mr. Biden has made addressing climate change a key part of his policy agenda.
The former president proudly wears the title of "citizen," which is also the title of his new book, "Citizen: My Life After the White House." He talks about making a difference outside of elected office, and the prospects of a second Trump administration.
Dr. Deborah Birx, former White House Coronavirus response coordinator, said Sunday she is "excited" for the data on key health issues that will surface in Senate confirmation hearings for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
Video showed nearly a dozen people wearing black pants, shirts and head coverings and red masks covering their mouths marching down the street. Three of the people were carrying black flags with red swastikas.
The performance was part of an effort to bridge communities through creativity and innovation during this year's "World Design Capital" designation.
Grimmway Farms, which made and packaged the organic carrots, issued the recall on Saturday after nearly 40 cases were recorded in 18 states.
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sue Gordon and Dr. Deborah Birx join Margaret Brennan.
Video showed nearly a dozen people wearing black pants, shirts and head coverings and red masks covering their mouths marching down the street. Three of the people were carrying black flags with red swastikas.
Grimmway Farms, which made and packaged the organic carrots, issued the recall on Saturday after nearly 40 cases were recorded in 18 states.
Americans looking to purchase EVs may want to do so quickly, as the incoming administration is likely to axe a $7,500 tax credit.
The Social Security Fairness Act, which would increase benefits for 2.8 million retirees, has bipartisan support but time running out.
Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, and Jake Paul, a social media legend, threw down Friday in Dallas. Financially, they both came out winners.
Pregnant women say health care providers are billing them to deliver their babies earlier than expected. Patient advocates say that's unethical.
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.
Dr. Deborah Birx, former White House Coronavirus response coordinator, said Sunday she is "excited" for the data on key health issues that will surface in Senate confirmation hearings for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sue Gordon and Dr. Deborah Birx join Margaret Brennan.
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sue Gordon, principal deputy director of National Intelligence in the first Trump administration, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Deborah Birx, White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator in the first Trump administration, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
Kayla Smith, one of the plaintiffs in a lawsuit against Idaho's restrictive abortion ban, tells Nicole Valdez about "the most traumatic experience" of her life. She and five other women are suing the state to clarify and expand abortion exceptions.
The person had traveled to eastern Africa and was treated in Northern California upon return, according to the California Department of Public Health.
A mother and son flew 9,000 miles to seek care for his spinal condition after they'd exhausted options in their home country.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, has raised controversy on topics ranging from vaccines to fluoride to food.
The easing of restrictions would allow Kyiv to use the Army Tactical Missile System, or ATACMS, to hit targets inside Russia.
Tropical Storm Sara made landfall near Dangriga, about 55 miles southeast of the capital Belmopan, the Miami-based National Hurricane Center said.
The 18-carat Tiffany & Co. watch was given by three women survivors to Capt. Arthur Rostron for diverting his passenger ship, the RMS Carpathia, to save them and others after the Titanic struck an iceberg and sank in the north Atlantic.
The Hezbollah militant group has a strong presence in central Beirut, known as the Dahiyeh, and the strikes came as Lebanese officials are considering a U.S.-brokered cease-fire proposal.
The attack came as fears are mounting about Moscow's intentions to devastate Ukraine's power generation capacity ahead of the cold winter.
With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
It took forever for Cher to write her story, but this week, her memoir (that is, "Part One" of her memoir) is being released. She talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about her relationship, on stage and off, with Sonny Bono; the shocking truth she learned about "Cher Enterprises"; and why Sonny & Cher's TV partnership survived beyond their marriage.
In this web exclusive, correspondent Anthony Mason sits down with the singer Cher to talk about her new book, "Cher: The Memoir – Part One," which explores the "crazy ride" of her childhood. She also discusses her relationship with Sonny Bono, and why their extraordinarily successful musical duo, Sonny & Cher, survived the breakup of their marriage.
He's earned critical acclaim and award nominations for performances in "Aftersun" and "Normal People." Now, Irish actor Paul Mescal, who's become a Gen Z heartthrob, is front-and-center of Ridley Scott's epic "Gladiator II."
Paul Mescal has earned critical acclaim and award nominations for his performances in "Aftersun" and the TV series "Normal People." Now, the Irish actor who's become a Gen Z heartthrob is front-and-center of "Gladiator II," Ridley Scott's sequel to his Oscar-winning 2000 epic of ancient Rome. Mescal talks with correspondent Seth Doane about acting alongside such icons as Denzel Washington; and what he first felt on stage in a high school production of "The Phantom of the Opera."
As climate change intensifies, the race for a more eco-friendly car has revved up. Itay Hod reports on the newest twist on travel.
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
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.
On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 trillion in the last 10 years.
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
1970s-era U.S. spy satellite imagery has led archeologists to what they believe is the site of a seventh-century battle that was decisive in the spread of Islam in the region.
Dynus Saxon was arraigned in Bronx criminal court in connection with the Nov. 10 killing of Kadeem Grant, the DA said.
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
After authorities ruled Megan Parra took her own life, her family would spend years investigating her death, recruiting two retired FBI agents and convincing local and state officials to take a second look at the case.
After Alyssa Burkett was murdered, detectives quickly learned that the prime suspect was the father of her child, Andrew Beard. But as the investigation unfolded, they would find out that Beard wasn't the only one involved in the murder plot.
A Georgia jury heard opening statements Friday in the trial of the man accused of killing nursing student Laken Riley. Jose Ibarra is charged with killing the 22-year-old in February. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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.
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.
Two youth symphonies, one from San Diego and the other from Tijuana, joined forces over the weekend for a performance in California. Andres Guttierez has the story behind the show.
Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral is set to reopen more than five years after a devastating fire almost destroyed the iconic landmark. Elaine Cobbe takes a look at the restoration process.
Electric vehicle sales hit an all-time high this summer, but some worry the incoming Trump administration could put a dent in sales. Ryan Yamamoto explains why.
Béla Károlyi, who coached the U.S. women's gymnastics team to its first Olympic gold medal, has died at age 82. Shanelle Kaul looks back at his life and controversial legacy.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and other officials condemned a neo-Nazi march that took place in the state capitol of Columbus.