USC football player Josh Shaw admitted to misleading school officials after spraining both ankles. Shaw released a statement confirming he lied about jumping from a balcony to save his drowning nephew. Anthony Mason reports.
As Congress once again discusses potential action on gun violence, Police Chief Fernando Spagnolo of Waterbury, Connecticut testified at a hearing this week about the impact of his state's strict gun laws, which were adopted after the horrific shooting at Sandy Hook elementary school. Spagnolo joined CBSN to talk about measures that could be a model for other states.
The FBI is investigating cyber attacks on JP Morgan Chase and other banks, possibly by Russian hackers. Plus, a Napa Valley trade group is establishing a relief fund for wineries damaged by last weekend's earthquake. Jill Wagner reports on the day's top MoneyWatch headlines.
John Rocker, a controversial former Major League Baseball pitcher, is part of the cast of "Survivor: San Juan del Sur: Blood versus Water." Also, Michael Keaton's new film "Birdman" opened the Venice Film Festival on Wednesday. Suzanne Marques reports on the day's top entertainment stories.
Breast cancer researchers in Britain have come up with a new classification system for the disease which could help improve treatment. Also, a drug to fight multiple sclerosis is doing well in clinical trials. Brian Webb reports on the day's to health news.
Local prosecutors say they'll file no charges after a 9-year-old girl accidentally shot her gun instructor with an Uzi submachine gun. The tragedy ignited a discussion about whether children should be allowed to fire powerful automatic weapons. John Blackstone reports.
60 miles per hour winds were reported in Limon, Colorado, as a huge hail storm hit the town. Meteorologist Megan Glaros of CBS affiliate WBBM tracks the storm.
While being profiled on the TV show "Cops," Omaha, Nebraska, police responded to an armed robbery call. A crew member was caught up in the shoot out and was accidentally killed by a police officer. Jim Axelrod reports.
A number of major U.S. banks were hit by a cyberattack, aimed at stealing checking and savings account information. The FBI and Secret Service are now on the case. Bob Orr reports from Washington.
"Swatting" is when scammers call police claiming a violent and dangerous situation, prompting a SWAT team response. In reality, there is nothing wrong. Michelle Miller reports on the latest swatting incident.
David Barajas was acquitted of murder charges in Texas Wednesday after being accused of shooting the drunk driver who killed his two sons. Barajas' attorney said his client did not pull the trigger and the shooting remains unsolved. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Dallas.
Alina Tsarnaev turned herself in to New York police Wednesday and was charged with aggravated harassment. She is expected in court next month. Gayle King reports.
Russian troops are advancing down the Ukrainian coast in what Ukraine's president calls an invasion. There are at least 3,000 Russians fighting with Ukrainian rebels. Gayle King reports.
Australian authorities have refined their search area for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, which disappeared in March. Investigators say the plane may have left course earlier than previously thought. Anthony Mason reports.
U.S. officials are trying to confirm a report that a second American citizen died last weekend fighting with ISIS forces in Syria. The man is believed to be from the same Minneapolis area as Douglas McCain who was also killed fighting alongside ISIS. Anthony Mason reports.
An 18-year-old swimmer drowned off the coast of Maryland. Dozens of other rescues are taking place as beachgoers try to enjoy the high surf. Anthony Mason reports.
New York City chef Bill Telepan offers advice on assembling a healthy midday meal your kids will love.
American journalist Peter Theo Curtis was held captive by Jabhat al Nusra, Al-Qaeda’s official wing in Syria, until the Qatari government negotiated his release on Sunday. The more extreme group ISIS has also taken American hostages, but so far has not responded to negotiations. Margaret Brennan reports.
The Cedar Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis is at the center of the nation’s largest concentration of Somalis, and a fertile ground for Islamic terrorist groups recruiting new fighters. Douglas McAuthur McCain grew up just a few minutes away from the neighborhood. Jamie Yuccas reports.
A surfer near Malibu was pulled unconscious from the water today. Waves are reaching as high as two-story buildings. Teri Okita reports.
In Laurel, Maryland, all street police officers now wear cameras. The initiative is spreading around the country as departments try to maintain accountability. Bob Orr reports.
A 9-year-old girl accidentally shot an instructor to death with a sub-machine gun. As John Blackstone explains, the instructor may not have been following proper procedures.
GlaxoSmithKline calls alleged behavior by former head of COVID-19 vaccine development "wholly unacceptable."
An electrical component found in millions of Chrysler's vehicles is generating problems for owners. The "Totally Integrated Power Module," or TIPM, is a vehicle's nerve center. Failures can be as serious as airbag non-deployment or unintended acceleration. Jeff Pegues reports.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that a worker in West Africa had low-risk contact with a person infected with Ebola. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.