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Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Co-worker: Gilgo murders suspect unnerved her by tracking her down on a cruise
Exclusive details about the NYC architect accused of being the Long Island serial killer, his life and how he may have been hiding in plain sight for more than a decade.
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Trained to Kill: The Dog Trainer, the Heiress, and the Bodyguard
Join "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant for a gripping six-episode podcast that unravels a dark love triangle — just who was the hunter and who was the hunted?
"Post Mortem" on the case against Melissa Calusinski
The latest details on the evidence that helped convict a day care worker of murder.
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Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Co-worker: Gilgo murders suspect unnerved her by tracking her down on a cruise
Exclusive details about the NYC architect accused of being the Long Island serial killer, his life and how he may have been hiding in plain sight for more than a decade.
Did a Louisiana father use his 6-year-old son as an alibi for murder?
Reginald Reed Sr. said he was playing video games with his son, Reginald "Reggie" Reed Jr., when his wife, Selonia Reed, was killed. But detectives doubt his story.
Timeline: Investigating the Long Island serial killings
What began as a search for one missing woman — Shannan Gilbert — led to multiple bodies and the capture of Rex Heuermann, a man police say is a serial killer.
Survivors speak up for victims to help convict man of murder, sexual assault
David Pearce was convicted of first-degree murder for the deaths of Christy Giles and Hilda Marcela Cabrales after a night of partying in Los Angeles. He was also found guilty of raping seven other women who came forward to testify at his trial.
How location sharing helped police catch a serial rapist-turned-killer
The mother of murdered model Christy Giles pleads for others to share their locations. She says the technology helped police catch David Pearce, who murdered Giles and her friend, architect Hilda Marcela Cabrales.
The heartbreaking last photo a fashion model sent to her husband
A look inside the digital evidence that Jan Cilliers discovered that led to charges in his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales' mysterious deaths after they were dropped off at two different hospitals.
"American Idol" contestant's song for late dad brings judges to tears
"American Idol" contestant Freddie McClendon shared the devastating story of his late father Davis McClendon through a powerful original song, leaving all three judges in awe.
Was death of a doctor's wife an accident or staged to look like one?
Susann Sills' body was found at the bottom of the staircase of her family's San Clemente, California home. What led up to her death?
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Monica Sementilli found guilty of murder in plot to kill prominent LA hairdresser
The 10-man, two-woman jury began deliberations in Monica Sementilli's trial on Wednesday, and by Friday morning, the guilty verdict was announced.
L.A. district attorney says Menendez brothers must take responsibility to earn second chance
Erik and Lyle Menendez will learn Friday if they still have a chance to get out of prison after more than three decades. The brothers were convicted of murdering their parents and want their resentencing hearings to go forward as planned next week. However, the new L.A. district attorney is trying to stop them, saying he believes the brothers haven't earned a second chance.
Kansas murder victim identified after more than 50 years
The remains were identified as belonging to a young Kansas man who was last seen six months before his body was found.
Judge convicted of shooting her ex-boyfriend as he slept
Sonya McKnight was taken away in handcuffs after the trial judge rejected a defense request that she be released. She faces up to 60 years in prison.
Bryan Kohberger hearing could set rules for evidence in trial
Bryan Kohberger is charged in the killings of four University of Idaho students in 2022. His trial is expected to start in late July.
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Trump's would-be assassin Ryan Routh can hire expert to check rifle
Ryan Routh — who was charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump last September — can hire an expert to examine the rifle recovered from the scene, a judge ruled.
Protester tased at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's town hall
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene was interrupted by protesters within minutes of starting a town hall Tuesday, leading to three arrests.
Americans keep building in floodplains, repeating "sad story" over and over
Americans living in floodplains may be offered buyouts, but they don't always take them.
Minority communities much more likely to have sewage in waterways
A major issue facing U.S. rivers is contamination by sewage and other forms of pollution, but some communities are impacted more than others.
Game show host Wink Martindale dies at 91
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
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Meta CEO Zuckerberg pushes back against FTC claims on Day 2 of trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is in federal court for a second day in a landmark federal antitrust trial accusing Meta of being a monopoly.
Tariffs will slam car sales and production, analysts say
President Trump's steep new tariffs on foreign cars could lead to a sharp decline in U.S. vehicle sales, according to S&P Global Mobility.
Deadline to claim $1,400 stimulus check is today. Here's what to know.
The IRS says that April 15 is the last day to file for a missed stimulus check, as well as to claim refunds from the 2021 tax year.
American Airlines to provide free Wi-Fi to some passengers
American Airlines said free Wi-Fi will be available to AAdvantage loyalty members through a partnership with AT&T.
To Peep or not Peep? The Easter holiday treat evokes strong reactions.
Love them or hate them, marshmallow Peeps are inescapable around the Easter holiday.
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JD Vance offers a message to Europe in interview with U.K. outlet
Vice President JD Vance offered a British news outlet some explanation of the Trump administration's approach to European security, the Ukraine war, and trade.
Vice President JD Vance, Usha Vance to visit Italy and India
Vice President JD Vance is not expected to take part in negotiations between the U.S. and Iran over Tehran's nuclear program.
Trump's would-be assassin Ryan Routh can hire expert to check rifle
Ryan Routh — who was charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump last September — can hire an expert to examine the rifle recovered from the scene, a judge ruled.
Protester tased at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's town hall
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene was interrupted by protesters within minutes of starting a town hall Tuesday, leading to three arrests.
Detained Columbia student Mahdawi tells CBS he feared citizenship interview was "honey trap"
Mohsen Mahdawi was arrested Monday at a citizenship interview in Vermont — one day after telling CBS News he'd "accept the outcome."
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Large number of measles cases being missed, CDC says
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
CDC weighing end to universal COVID shot recommendations
A majority of the agency's COVID-19 vaccine work group now backs narrower "risk-based" recommendations.
Autism rate rises to 3% of children in CDC study
CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Analysis: 1 in 5 organ donations being tossed
More than 100,000 Americans need an organ transplant to stay alive, and each day, 17 die waiting. But a CBS News analysis finds one out of five donated organs is being tossed out. Tom Hanson has the story behind that troubling statistic in tonight's "Eye on America."
Why donated organs are left unused
One of every three donated kidneys never gets transplanted. CBS News explores why a growing number are being discarded.
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JD Vance offers a message to Europe in interview with U.K. outlet
Vice President JD Vance offered a British news outlet some explanation of the Trump administration's approach to European security, the Ukraine war, and trade.
U.S. pastor abducted in South Africa rescued in shootout, authorities say
Josh Sullivan, a U.S. pastor kidnapped at gunpoint while delivering a sermon in his church in South Africa Thursday evening has been rescued in a shootout that left three suspects dead, authorities say.
Russia convicts 4 journalists accused of working for Alexei Navalny
A Russian court convicted four journalists of extremism for working for an anti-corruption group founded by late opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
Woman dead, client critical after cryotherapy session goes wrong
One woman died and another was hospitalized in critical condition due to a nitrogen leak from a cold chamber, French investigators said.
Ukraine unveils its own Russian drone killer as U.S. backing wanes
Russia has peppered Ukraine with exploding drones for years. Now, worried about continued U.S. support, Kyiv is putting hope in a new, domestically made drone-killer.
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Game show host Wink Martindale dies at 91
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
Bodycam footage from Hackman home released
Police have released bodycam video of actor Gene Hackman's home from the day he and his wife were found dead. According to the investigation report, Hackman's wife had been searching the internet for information on flu symptoms and breathing techniques. Officials say she died from a hantavirus, a rare disease spread by rodents.
New documentary looks at the Carter family
In the new Paramount+ documentary "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," Aaron Carter's twin sister, Angel Carter Conrad, and director Soleil Moon Frye reflect on how addiction, mental health struggles and the pressures of fame affected Aaron and Nick Carter and their siblings.
Kim Kardashian to testify in 2016 Paris jewelry theft trial, lawyer says
The trial stems from a jewelry heist in October 2016 during which Kim Kardashian was held at gunpoint in her luxury Paris apartment by masked men.
Katy Perry sings "What a Wonderful World" during historic spaceflight
Pop star Katy Perry, one of the six women aboard Blue Origin's spaceflight, explained why she chose not to sing one of her own songs during the historic journey.
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AI-generated lawyer makes waves in New York
The use of artificial intelligence is becoming more prevalent for Americans and now we're seeing its use in some U.S. courtrooms. In New York, a man named Jerome Dewald appeared before the state's Supreme Court and submitted a video that featured an AI-generated avatar to deliver an argument on his behalf. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has analysis.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies at trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg will take the stand Tuesday in a D.C. courtroom for a second round of testimony in an antitrust trial over his social media company. The federal government alleges the Facebook parent company bought up competing apps to create a monopoly.
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.
Zuckerberg back on stand for antitrust trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is testifying for a second day in the Federal Trade Commission's antitrust trial against the tech giant. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has the latest.
Gayle King on experiencing zero gravity
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King shares what it felt like to float in space during her Blue Origin flight.
Science
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Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
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U.S. pastor abducted in South Africa rescued in shootout, authorities say
Josh Sullivan, a U.S. pastor kidnapped at gunpoint while delivering a sermon in his church in South Africa Thursday evening has been rescued in a shootout that left three suspects dead, authorities say.
Read first statement of Conn. man allegedly held captive for 20 years
The man who said his stepmother held him captive for two decades has released his first public statement.
National Guard to Albuquerque to fight crime
The city of Albuquerque, New Mexico, says it needs the National Guard to help local police control crime. The New Mexico governor has declared a state of emergency in Albuquerque, clearing the way for several dozen troops to be deployed there. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has more.
Weinstein's retrial begins in New York
Jury selection began Tuesday in Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York after the state's highest court overturned his 2020 rape conviction. CBS News New York reporter Christina Fan has the details.
Man detained in Caribbean for famed crime reporter's 2021 murder
Authorities detained a man "who played a leading role" in the high-profile murder of crime reporter Peter R. de Vries, prosecutors said.
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Gayle King on how space flight changed her
A day after her flight to space, Gayle King speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois about how the trip has changed her.
Aisha Bowe and Amanda Nguyen reflect on life-changing Blue Origin spaceflight
Aisha Bowe and Amanda Nguyen talk to "CBS Mornings" about how the Blue Origin spaceflight changed them for the better.
Gayle King says she can "take on anything" after space journey
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, who before her spaceflight admitted that she's a nervous flyer, said she has a new confidence following her journey and revealed if she would do it again.
Dying star's "previously unseen layers" visible in new NASA image
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has given astronomers a detailed, never-before-seen look at a dying star.
Gayle King on spaceflight after launch
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King and an all-women crew blasted off from West Texas on a Blue Origin rocket for a roughly 10-minute journey to the edge of space on Monday. King later spoke about what surprised her during the flight. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
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Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
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AI-generated lawyer makes waves in New York
The use of artificial intelligence is becoming more prevalent for Americans and now we're seeing its use in some U.S. courtrooms. In New York, a man named Jerome Dewald appeared before the state's Supreme Court and submitted a video that featured an AI-generated avatar to deliver an argument on his behalf. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has analysis.
China halts U.S. Boeing deliveries, report says
China's government has reportedly ordered its domestic airlines to stop accepting deliveries of Boeing jets and to halt purchases of aircraft parts from the U.S., according to a Bloomberg News report. The move comes as trade tensions escalate between China and the U.S. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the details.
Trump freezes funds to Harvard University
The Trump administration is freezing billions of dollars in grants to Harvard after the university refused to comply with the White House's demands. CBS News' Nikki Battiste and Weijia Jiang have the details.
Reporter's Notebook: Human rights abuses
The State Department's most recent human rights report for El Salvador from 2023 outlines several significant abuses. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson looks at how, in the case of Kilmar Abrego García, the very practices the U.S. condemned in El Salvador were used by the United States.
Homelessness on the rise in America
Homelessness in America is at a record high with more than 770,000 unhoused Americans in 2024. Shelter service agencies say the number of working homeless is growing too. It's a symptom of what's being called "the affordability crisis." Brian Goldstone, author of "There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America," discusses the issue.