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Israel continues effort to "crush" Hamas; 2 officers face split verdict in Elijah McClain’s death
Two police officers faced a split verdict from a Colorado jury Thursday in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain following a violent arrest. One officer was found guilty of negligent homicide and assault, while the other was acquitted of manslaughter. McClain, a Black man, died after being subdued by police and injected with ketamine.
Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey was charged Thursday with a federal count of conspiring to act as a foreign agent for Egypt. It comes after he was charged last month, along with his wife and several others, of engaging in a bribery scheme. He has refused calls to resign.
The Biden administration is organizing charter flights to get U.S. citizens out of Israel as major U.S. airlines have suspended operations there for the next several weeks. Ed O'Keefe has details.
Eyel Waldman's 24-year-old daughter and her boyfriend were among at least 260 festivalgoers who were killed by Hamas militants in an attack on a music festival in the Israeli desert. Waldman, a tech executive, had strived to employ Palestinians for his computer chip company. Charlie D'Agata has more.
At least 260 people were killed when Hamas militants attacked thousands of people at a music festival in the Negev Desert in the early morning hours of Oct. 7. Several days on, mattresses, tents and blankets still remain, along with clothing, food and even toiletries. Holly Williams reports.
More than 300,000 people in the Gaza Strip are estimated to have been displaced since Hamas militants attacked Israel, prompting retaliatory airstrikes that have continued relentlessly for days. Despite some fierce international criticism, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has also ordered a complete blockade of Gaza. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
Israel's military Thursday continued its round-the-clock airstrikes on the Gaza Strip as it vowed to "crush" the militant group Hamas in the wake of their violent invasion last weekend. However, with a blockade in place against Gaza, its more than 2 million residents are on the brink of a humanitarian crisis, with no food, water, gas or power allowed in. Norah O'Donnell has more.
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
More than 1,200 people have been killed in Israel while at least 1,500 people have been killed in Gaza, officials said.
Americans who haven't been able to evacuate from Israel since the deadly attacks by Hamas will get some help starting Friday, the U.S. State Department announced.
At least 260 people were killed when Hamas militants attacked thousands of people at a music festival in the Negev Desert.
The jury has reached a split verdict for two Aurora police officers who are on trial for the death of Elijah McClain.
The intelligence preliminarily suggests that Tehran was not directly involved in the launch of Hamas' assault on Oct. 7.
Water-bearing clays found in rocks from the asteroid Bennu support theories about how water may have made it to Earth in the distant past.
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise defeated Rep. Jim Jordan to become the House GOP's nominee for speaker in a closed-door vote of 113 to 99.
President Biden delivered remarks from the White House on the unprecedented Hamas attacks on Israel.
New York Rep. George Santos has been charged with conspiracy, wire fraud, false statements, falsification of records, and other charges.
In Georgia, we see how one school district is programming AI into their curriculum, beginning in kindergarten. Then in Pennsylvania, high schools are putting a renewed emphasis on career education amid a shortage of skilled trade workers. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
In Colorado, we examine the growing movement of farmers fighting for the right to repair their own equipment. Then in New York, acclaimed choreographer Ayodele Casel shares her work preserving tap dance’s uniquely American history. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
In Louisiana, we see how offshore wind farms are generating opportunities for former oil and gas workers. Then in Florida, we hop aboard a unique fishing trip that’s taking kids off city streets and on to the sea. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America " with host Michelle Miller.
In Florida, we look at an urgent effort underway to save coral reefs from rising temperatures. Then in Baltimore, we step into the ring at a boxing gym, where a former drug kingpin is providing a lifeline to at-risk youth. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
In New York, Microsoft’s VP of research and innovation explains how AI is helping the health care industry. Then in California, we see how robots could revolutionize the beauty and cosmetics industry. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
In this episode of "Person to Person" with Norah O’Donnell, she speaks with Sean Penn about his new documentary about the invasion of Ukraine, "Superpower," and his work as an activist.
In this episode of Person to Person with Norah O’Donnell, O’Donnell speaks with Oprah Winfrey about life lessons, the road to happiness and the new book Winfrey co-authored, titled "Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier."
In this episode of "Person to Person with Norah O'Donnell," O'Donnell speaks with astronaut Peggy Whitson about the future of commercial space flight, her latest mission with Axiom Space, and how she overcame rejection from NASA to become America's most experienced astronaut.
In this episode of Person to Person with Norah O’Donnell, O’Donnell speaks with Luke Russert about the passing of his father, beloved newsman Tim Russert, and his travels to 67 countries over three years - which are documented in his new book "Look For Me There: Grieving My father, Finding Myself."
In this episode of "Person to Person with Norah O’Donnell," O’Donnell talks with Olympic gold medalist Mikaela Shiffrin about breaking world records, managing grief after the sudden loss of her father, and inspiring the next generation of skiers.
In 1951, John Amalfitano's neighbor found an egg with a message asking its finder to write back.
Not since early explorers came to Florida in search of the fountain of youth has there been a crazier quest than that of 47-year-old Andrew Karr.
Marvin Jones started writing letters to the students who had bullied him in high school — and found an unexpected friend.
Calvin Godette's behavior touched a woman who was truly in need, leading to recognition of his good works.
Doris Caldwell dreamed of working at Tennessee's Tennova Healthcare in any capacity.
Israel continues effort to "crush" Hamas; 2 officers face split verdict in Elijah McClain’s death
Israel continues to pummel Gaza with airstrikes; Thousands attend funeral of woman killed by Hamas at music festival
Israel continues strikes on Gaza following Hamas assault; George Santos charged with conspiracy, fraud and more
Hundreds killed in surprise Hamas attack on Israel; Retired university dean shot, killed on Vermont trail; suspect at large
U.S. added 336,000 jobs in September, well above forecasts; How a man who was given a 72-year-old egg with a message on it found its writer
Rep. Steve Scalise and Rep. Jim Jordan last week had both announced they were running for the post vacated by Rep. Kevin McCarthy.
Allan Poller said he was "emotional and intoxicated when he left the voicemail," according to court documents.
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the 2023 News & Documentary Emmy-winner for Outstanding Recorded News Program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Americans who haven't been able to evacuate from Israel since the deadly attacks by Hamas will get some help starting Friday, the U.S. State Department announced.
Rudolph Isley was an original member of the family musical group that consisted of him and his brothers O'Kelly "Kelly" Isley Jr. and Ronald Isley.
Digital World Acquisition Corp. said it's still planning to merge with Trump's media group, which runs Truth Social.
It was a rough day in court for Sam Bankman-Fried's defense, with Judge Lewis Kaplan pressing the FTX co-founder's lawyer on his line of questioning.
Investigators said he obtained the tax information and gave it to news organizations.
Regulator cracks down on top-selling vaping products increasingly popular among children and teenagers.
A top law firm rescinded its employment offer after a New York University student wrote that Israel "bears full responsibility" for the Hamas attacks.
Rep. Steve Scalise and Rep. Jim Jordan last week had both announced they were running for the post vacated by Rep. Kevin McCarthy.
Allan Poller said he was "emotional and intoxicated when he left the voicemail," according to court documents.
Digital World Acquisition Corp. said it's still planning to merge with Trump's media group, which runs Truth Social.
The number of unaccompanied children crossing the U.S.-Mexico border began to increase sharply this summer.
CBS News has reviewed internal law enforcement bulletins and security assessments sent in the last 48 hours warning domestic violent extremists are likely to mobilize in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Regulator cracks down on top-selling vaping products increasingly popular among children and teenagers.
Eight brands say they'll send money to customers to cover the sales tax on feminine hygiene products.
RSV season is ramping up, but some doctors are facing challenges getting ahold of a shot that can help protect young children.
At least 11 teens — some as young as 15 — were found working at a Monogram Meat Snacks plant, the Department of Labor said.
Depression is a mental health condition that affects millions of Americans. Here's what experts say about causes, treatment and more.
More than 2,800 people have been killed in Israel and Gaza during and since the brutal Hamas attack on southern Israel Saturday, authorities on both sides said.
The Israeli military told the U.N. that the entire population north of the Wadi Gaza wetlands should "relocate to southern Gaza within the next 24 hours."
Americans who haven't been able to evacuate from Israel since the deadly attacks by Hamas will get some help starting Friday, the U.S. State Department announced.
At least 260 people were killed when Hamas militants attacked thousands of people at a music festival in the Negev Desert.
More than 1,200 people have been killed in Israel, including 27 Americans, and over 1,500 have been killed in Gaza, according to officials.
Rudolph Isley was an original member of the family musical group that consisted of him and his brothers O'Kelly "Kelly" Isley Jr. and Ronald Isley.
The former Teletubbies sun baby Jessica Smith announced she was expecting her first child in an Instagram post.
The film "Postcard from Earth," which debuted last week, was shot on all seven continents.
Darren Aronofsky, the Oscar-nominated director of "Black Swan" and "The Whale," is the first filmmaker to custom create a feature film for the massive LED screen at Sphere, an immersive entertainment venue in Las Vegas.
Taylor Swift's concert film, "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour," premiered Wednesday night in Los Angeles. The film is already breaking pre-sale records. Swift herself was at the premiere, dancing in her seat and giving hugs to her backup singers. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports how Swift continues to challenge traditional industry standards.
The European Union has issued a warning to TikTok about "illegal content and disinformation" being spread on the app about the Israel-Hamas war, after sending similar warnings to other social media platforms, including Meta and X, formerly known as Twitter. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Google is leaning into artificial intelligence with its new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro releases. Lisa Eadicicco, a senior mobile editor for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss some of the features on the new products.
Caroline Ellison, Sam Bankman-Fried's ex-girlfriend, is back on the witness stand Wednesday in the FTX founder's fraud trial. Ellison previously pleaded guilty to multiple charges and agreed to cooperate with the prosecution. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett is at the courthouse and has the latest on Ellison's testimony.
Amazon's latest Prime Day sales event will offer special, limited-time deals, with some items discounted by as much as 70% or more.
Computer scientist Jeffrey Hinton, known as the godfather of artificial intelligence, says AI has the potential to do good things in our world. But he also warned it could cause harm in an interview that aired Sunday on "60 Minutes." Kristian Hammond, director of Northwestern's Center for Advancing Safety of Machine Intelligence, joined CBS News to discuss the potential harms of AI.
Smoke from wildfires is not the only reason for poor air quality this year. It turns out, those wildfires created another kind of pollution: Ozone.
A photo of golden horseshoe crab –one of the world's most ancient animals – earned a marine photographer the grand title in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest.
New research suggests the Italian Renaissance master may have been in a particularly experimental mood when he painted the "Mona Lisa" early in the 16th century
The MacArthur Foundation named the winners of its 2023 "genius grants" this week. Arizona State University anthropologist Amber Wutich, who received a grant for her research into water insecurity, joins CBS News to discuss the impact of access to safe and clean drinking water.
It was previously believed humans existed in North America somewhere between 13,500 and 16,000 years ago, but these footprints are much older.
Interim Police Commissioner John Stanford said the officers were trying to stop individuals from breaking into a vehicle when the suspects opened fire.
A Brink's truck driver was shot outside a Bank of America in South Philadelphia Thursday, police said.
Two police officers faced a split verdict from a Colorado jury Thursday in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain following a violent arrest. One officer was found guilty of negligent homicide and assault, while the other was acquitted of manslaughter. McClain, a Black man, died after being subdued by police and injected with ketamine.
Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey was charged Thursday with a federal count of conspiring to act as a foreign agent for Egypt. It comes after he was charged last month, along with his wife and several others, of engaging in a bribery scheme. He has refused calls to resign.
Alabama nursing student Carlethia "Carlee" Nichole Russell was charged with two misdemeanors for falsely claiming that she was kidnapped.
Water-bearing clays found in rocks from the asteroid Bennu support theories about how water may have made it to Earth in the distant past.
It's the third leak of heat-dissipating coolant on the International Space Station in less than a year, but officials say the crew is in no danger.
Amazon plans to launch more than 3,000 internet relay satellites, competing with SpaceX and others in a fast-growing marketplace.
Virgin's Unity rocketplane completed its ninth piloted trip to space and its fourth with paying customers aboard.
The Perseverance rover was near Mars' Jezero Crater when it spotted the towering dust devil.
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
What Angelina Fernandes saw the night her mother was accused of murder.
How prosecutors made the case that the Wisconsin man killed his parents Bart and Krista Halderson in July 2021.
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise said Thursday he is withdrawing from the race for speaker. Republicans narrowly voted to nominate him in a closed-door vote Wednesday. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Negotiations between Hollywood studios and the Screen Actors Guild have been suspended. The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers said Wednesday that "conversations are no longer moving us in a productive direction," while the union has accused the studios of engaging in "bully tactics" and alleges that the studios refused to counter their latest offer. Benjamin Lindsay, deputy managing editor at "The Wrap," joins CBS News to unpack what happened.
The European Union has issued a warning to TikTok about "illegal content and disinformation" being spread on the app about the Israel-Hamas war, after sending similar warnings to other social media platforms, including Meta and X, formerly known as Twitter. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Two police officers faced a split verdict from a Colorado jury Thursday in the 2019 death of Elijah McClain following a violent arrest. One officer was found guilty of negligent homicide and assault, while the other was acquitted of manslaughter. McClain, a Black man, died after being subdued by police and injected with ketamine.
With opposing rallies planned by pro-Palestine and pro-Israel groups, all members of the NYPD have been ordered to wear their uniforms Friday. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more on what kind of extra security measures are being taken in the U.S. due to the violence in the Middle East.