Over 130 retired judges file brief supporting Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan
The group of 138 former judges called the prosecution of judge Hannah Dugan an "egregious overreach by the executive branch."
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Lead paint crisis unfolding in Milwaukee schools
A lead paint crisis in Milwaukee's aging public schools has forced the city to close some schools -- four of those have still not reopened. Meanwhile, testing has uncovered some children have been exposed to high levels of lead. Milwaukee Health Commissioner Mike Totoraitis joins to discuss.
Protesters show up to support Wisconsin judge
Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty to federal obstruction charges on Thursday as the government accused her of helping a man evade immigration agents. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from Milwaukee.
Wisconsin judge moves to dismiss her charges
A federal grand jury has indicted Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan, who is accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities. Dugan and her lawyers are moving to dismiss the case. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Wisconsin judge released after arrest
A Milwaukee judge accused of helping an undocumented man evade arrest has been released from federal custody after her own arrest on Friday. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Lucia Luciano report.
What led FBI to arrest Milwaukee judge?
The FBI arrested a judge in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Friday for allegedly trying to help an undocumented migrant evade arrest by federal law enforcement officials. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Camilo Montoya-Galvez have the latest.
FBI arrests Wisconsin judge
FBI Director Kash Patel announced Friday that his agency arrested a Wisconsin judge accused of helping a man avoid immigration enforcement. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
Milwaukee developers see timber high-rise as model for the future
Building costs are comparable to more traditional structures, but developers say building with wood has advantages over steel and concrete.
Why urban builders are switching to mass timber
Urban builders are switching from steel and concrete to a material that is more sustainable and friendly to the environment. The use of what's called mass timber is up 15%. Rob Marciano reports.
Bob Uecker, Brewers announcer known as "Mr. Baseball," dies at age 90
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
Drunk driver who killed four siblings in wrong-way crash sentenced
A drunken driver who was traveling the wrong way on a Wisconsin highway has been sentenced to more than 35 years in prison.
Biden announces 10-year deadline to remove all lead pipes nationwide
The EPA estimates that nine million homes in the U.S. have lead pipes.
Trump reacts to Iran's missile attack
Former President Donald Trump reacted to Iran launching missiles toward Israel, an attack that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called a failure. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on Trump's reaction ahead of the vice presidential debate.
Harris, Trump vie for voters concerned about crime
New numbers from the FBI show a drop in violent crime last year, including murders, which plummeted by more than 11% between 2022 and 2023. But crime remains a top concern for voters this election year. Weijia Jiang digs into the issue with voters in the battleground state of Wisconsin.
Harris campaigns in Milwaukee on DNC Night 2
While Night 2 of the Democratic National Convention gets underway in Chicago, Vice President Kamala Harris is in Milwaukee holding a campaign rally, her third visit to Wisconsin since she became the Democratic presidential nominee. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang is at the event with more.
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Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz campaign in Milwaukee; Luxury yacht sinks off coast of Sicily.
All 4 hotel workers charged in D'Vontaye Mitchell's death in custody
More than five weeks have passed since hotel workers allegedly pinned down D'Vontaye Mitchell outside the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee.
2 Milwaukee hotel workers charged in D'Vontaye Mitchell's death are in jail
Two former staff at the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee hotel are in jail on murder charges for their roles in the death of D'Vontaye Mitchell.
Workers charged in D'Vontaye Mitchell's death
Prosecutors charged four Milwaukee hotel workers with being party to felony murder in connection with the death of a Black man in late June. They are accused of holding D'Vontaye Mitchell down on his stomach for nearly 10 minutes. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi spoke with the victim's family members.
New details revealed in D'Vontaye Mitchell's death
Four workers at a Milwaukee hotel are facing murder charges in the June death of D'Vontaye Mitchell, a Black man. According to court documents, employees held Mitchell on his stomach for eight to nine minutes even as he repeatedly shouted for help. Roxana Saberi has more.
Milwaukee hotel workers charged with felony murder in death of Black man
Cellphone video footage showed the four workers holding down D'Vontaye Mitchell on the hotel's driveway.
Harris holds 1st rally; Biden returns to D.C.
Vice President Kamala Harris hit the campaign trail in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Tuesday for her first solo rally since President Biden exited the race. Meanwhile, Mr. Biden ended his COVID-19 self-isolation and returned to Washington, D.C., for what is now a one-term presidency. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Nancy Cordes have the latest.
Harris takes on Trump at Wisconsin rally
Vice President Kamala Harris rallied voters in West Allis, Wisconsin, Tuesday during her first 2024 campaign stop since President Biden dropped out of the race. Harris touted her journey as a California prosecutor and poked at former President Donald Trump's recent trajectory in the courts. She also advocated for women's reproductive rights and praised Mr. Biden's tenure as president. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Harris will jab at Trump in Milwaukee
Vice President Kamala Harris will make her first campaign stop in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Tuesday where she hopes to court voters in the 2024 battleground state. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang previews Harris' remarks.
Harris campaigning in Milwaukee
Vice President Kamala Harris is headed to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Tuesday as delegates from different states across the U.S. join calls to endorse her for the Democratic nomination. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Iran warns U.S. involvement in Israeli strikes would risk "all-out war"
As Israel attacks new sites linked to Iran's nuclear program, Tehran warns against the U.S. wading directly into an increasingly deadly war, and Trump considers doing just that.
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee law restricting gender-affirming care for minors
The Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee's law does not violate the 14th Amendment.
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel partnership is finalized, companies say
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel have finalized their partnership and revealed new details about the deal.
Hurricane Erick forms near Mexico, rapidly intensifies on path in Pacific
Hurricane Erick could become a major storm — a Category 3 hurricane or higher — before it reaches Mexico, the National Hurricane Center said on Wednesday.
Chicken dishes sold at Walmart, Kroger recalled over listeria concerns
The chicken dishes could be linked to a possible outbreak strain of listeria associated with three deaths and one fetal loss.
The Fed is making a rate decision today. Here's what to expect.
The Federal Reserve Board will announce its next rate decision today, June 18, at 2 p.m. EST.
Authorities share photos of how man wanted in girls' deaths may look now
Travis Decker, the Washington state man suspected of killing his three young daughters, remains at large after several weeks on the run.
Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
Trump to extend TikTok deadline another 90 days, White House says
The Trump administration has ignored a bipartisan law that requires TikTok and ByteDance to fully sever ties.
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Authorities share photos of how man wanted in girls' deaths may look now
Travis Decker, the Washington state man suspected of killing his three young daughters, remains at large after several weeks on the run.
Chicken dishes sold at Walmart, Kroger recalled over listeria concerns
The chicken dishes could be linked to a possible outbreak strain of listeria associated with three deaths and one fetal loss.
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee law restricting gender-affirming care for minors
The Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee's law does not violate the 14th Amendment.
Supreme Court rules against Texas in suit over nuclear waste storage
The Supreme Court ruled against Texas and landowners who challenged a plan to store thousands of metric tons of nuclear waste at a facility in the state.
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel partnership is finalized, companies say
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel have finalized their partnership and revealed new details about the deal.
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Chicken dishes sold at Walmart, Kroger recalled over listeria concerns
The chicken dishes could be linked to a possible outbreak strain of listeria associated with three deaths and one fetal loss.
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel partnership is finalized, companies say
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel have finalized their partnership and revealed new details about the deal.
General Mills will remove artificial dyes from all foods by end of 2027
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Trump to extend TikTok deadline another 90 days, White House says
The Trump administration has ignored a bipartisan law that requires TikTok and ByteDance to fully sever ties.
The GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
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Supreme Court upholds Tennessee law restricting gender-affirming care for minors
The Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee's law does not violate the 14th Amendment.
Supreme Court rules against Texas in suit over nuclear waste storage
The Supreme Court ruled against Texas and landowners who challenged a plan to store thousands of metric tons of nuclear waste at a facility in the state.
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel partnership is finalized, companies say
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel have finalized their partnership and revealed new details about the deal.
In governor's race, Democrat Abigail Spanberger makes appeal based on her bio
Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger is attempting to win the Virginia governor's office after her party lost the race in 2021.
2,000 more National Guard troops being sent to Los Angeles, Pentagon says
The 2,000 troops will join about 2,100 National Guard soldiers and 700 Marines who are already deployed in L.A.
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Cannabis use may double risk of heart disease death, study finds
Due to the study's results on cannabis use health risks, an editorial note published alongside the research called for the drug to "be treated like tobacco: not criminalized but discouraged."
The GOP wants people up to age 64 to work for food stamps and Medicaid
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
CDC: At least 3% of measles cases this year were in fully vaccinated people
About three dozen of the nearly 1,200 measles infections in 2025 have been in people with two measles vaccine doses, the CDC says.
Judge strikes down some Trump research cuts linked to diversity, gender
A federal judge struck down sweeping Trump administration orders that resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of National Institutes of Health research grants.
CDC official overseeing COVID hospitalization data resigns in protest
Dr. Fiona Havers' resignation follows RFK Jr.'s orders to change the CDC's vaccine recommendations.
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Princess Kate cancels Royal Ascot visit as she continues cancer recovery
Kate, the Princess of Wales, canceled plans to attend the Royal Ascot horse race as she continues her recovery from cancer.
Hurricane Erick forms near Mexico, rapidly intensifies in Pacific
Hurricane Erick could become a major storm — a Category 3 hurricane or higher — before it reaches Mexico, the National Hurricane Center said on Wednesday.
U.K. parliament poised to decriminalize abortion in England and Wales
British lawmakers vote decisively in favor of decriminalizing abortion in England and Wales, to prevent women from being punished under a law on the books since 1861.
Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
Iran warns U.S. involvement in Israeli strikes would risk "all-out war"
As Israel attacks new sites linked to Iran's nuclear program, Tehran warns against the U.S. wading directly into an increasingly deadly war, and Trump considers doing just that.
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Extended interview: Lucie Arnaz on her parents, Lucy & Desi
In this web exclusive, actress and singer Lucie Arnaz talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about growing up the daughter of comedy legends Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz; her father's experience as a Cuban refugee and as a television pioneer, as documented in Todd Purdum's new biography, "Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television"; her parents' marriage and divorce; and her own parenting challenges.
Anne Burrell, Food Network star, dies at 55
Anne Burrell, an acclaimed chef from upstate New York, hosted "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef," "Worst Cooks in America" and other popular Food Network shows.
R. Kelly hospitalized for overdose, claims murder plot in prison, lawyer says
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
Inside the addictive world of "The Traitors"
Set in a real Scottish castle, "The Traitors" blends deception and Alan Cumming's theatrical flair to become a reality TV hit.
Meet the NYC dad who won a Pedro Pascal look-alike contest
Pushed by his wife, NYC dad George Gountas entered a Pedro Pascal look-alike contest and won a year of burritos.
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Robotic heart transplant makes history
In a medical first, surgeons at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston successfully performed a fully robotic heart transplant on a 45-year-old patient. He now says he's living a brand-new life. Janet Shamlian reports.
Amazon CEO says rollout of generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
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.
AI data centers are driving up energy bills
An increase in demand for artificial intelligence may be increasing the cost of your electric bills. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter explains.
Scammers use AI to create fake job applicants
Artificial intelligence is being used to create realistic video and audio to impersonate people, in some cases looking for love or deceiving companies looking to hire. In a 2024 study, half of the businesses surveyed said they'd experienced AI deepfake fraud. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
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Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
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Authorities share photos of how man wanted in girls' deaths may look now
Travis Decker, the Washington state man suspected of killing his three young daughters, remains at large after several weeks on the run.
Sen. Tina Smith on Minnesota lawmaker shootings
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed over the weekend in a politically motivated shooting. Democratic Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota, a friend of the Hortmans, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the rise of political violence in the U.S. and her confrontation with Sen. Mike Lee over his post on the shootings.
Congress seeking more security funds
In the wake of Saturday's deadly shooting of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, Senators met with the Sergeant at Arms and the U.S. Capitol Police to discuss security for its members. CBS News' Lilia Luciano spoke with Rep. Hortman's family and Scott MacFarlane has more.
A fact check on Gov. Walz's appointment of Vance Boelter
About six years ago, Boelter was appointed to the Minnesota Governor's Workforce Development Board by Democratic Gov. Tim Walz. But what exactly does being appointed to that board mean?
Reprimand in Sean "Diddy" Combs trial
The judge in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial reprimanded both the prosecution and defense Tuesday after information from a sealed proceeding appeared in a news article. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
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Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
NASA evaluating data indicating air leaks aboard space station are sealed
If initial results hold up, NASA says the delayed launch of a commercial research mission to the station could come as early as Thursday.
Commercial crew launch delayed while ISS air leak assessed
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
Axiom-4 mission delayed due to leak
NASA delayed the Axiom Mission 4 launch on Wednesday after SpaceX detected a liquid oxygen leak during a Falcon 9 rocket inspection. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
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.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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What to know about the T1 Phone
The Trump family's company unveiled plans for a U.S.-made smartphone called the T1 and a prepaid mobile service, raising questions about price, feasibility and potential conflicts of interest. Jake Kastrenakes of The Verge joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain.
Sen. Wicker on national security moment
Sen. Roger Wicker, the chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, opened a Senate hearing where Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is testifying with a stern warning on U.S. national security as conflicts erupt in the Middle East, and as the Russia-Ukraine war continues. Wicker also warned against China's military efforts.
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Study finds moms manage most household tasks
New research shows women handle 71% of family tasks like planning and scheduling, a burden many describe as "invisible labor." Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the emotional toll and how to better share the load at home.
Alison Hall on meeting Olivia Munn
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall underwent a double mastectomy after being diagnosed with stage zero breast cancer. She credits Olivia Munn's openness about her own diagnosis for encouraging her to get tested. The two met for the first time on "Inside Edition."