Carlos Lehder, cartel boss and Pablo Escobar's partner, freed in Colombia
Carolos Lehder, who served over 30 years in a U.S. prison, once owned a luxurious hotel, which had caged lions and a large statue of John Lennon.
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Cocaine found under man's wig at airport
A man headed to Amsterdam from Cartagena, Colombia, was arrested after police say they discovered around $10,000 worth of cocaine under his wig.
Man tried to smuggle bags of cocaine under "narco wig," Colombian police say
Colombian police apprehended a 40-year-old man attempting to smuggle several bags of cocaine concealed beneath a meticulously attached toupee.
"Narco sub" loaded with 5,000 pounds of cocaine seized off Colombian coast
Officials said a total of 111 bundles were found, containing 2,276 kilograms of cocaine with a street value of about $76 million.
Cocaine "no worse than whiskey," Colombia's president says
Cocaine "is no worse than whiskey" and is only illegal because it comes from Latin America, said Colombian President Gustavo Petro, whose nation is the world's biggest cocaine producer and exporter.
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Trump holds off on tariffs after Colombia agrees to accept deported migrants on military planes; 3.9 magnitude earthquake shakes parts of New England.
Customs worker exposed by daughter's social media admits taking bribes
Omar Ambuila's daughter posted photos of herself carrying designer handbags, taking luxury vacations to Paris and driving a $330,000 Lamborghini.
What can Trump realistically do about FEMA?
People on both sides of the political aisle think the Federal Emergency Management Agency needs to change, but could President Trump's plan to address issues worsen things? Sophia Cai, White House reporter for Politico, and Fin Gómez, CBS News political reporter, join "America Decides" to discuss.
What to know about Trump and Colombia
Colombia over the weekend decided to accept military flights carrying deported migrants after initially refusing to accept the flights, which prompted President Trump to threaten 25% tariffs on goods from the country. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Trump holding off on tariffs against Colombia
The White House says President Trump is holding off from imposing a series of tariffs and other measures against Colombia after the country agreed late Sunday night to once again accept U.S. flights carrying deported migrants. Earlier Sunday, President Trump threatened to impose 25% tariffs on goods from Colombia when it initially refused to accept those flights. CBS News reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Trump closes immigration offices abroad
At the direction of President Trump, about 1,500 troops are being deployed to the southern border with increased operations to block illegal immigrant crossings set to start in the coming days. Meanwhile, his administration is closing immigration offices former President Joe Biden opened in Latin America. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
At least 80 killed in Colombia after failed peace talks, official says
At least 80 people were killed in northeast Colombia following failed attempts at peace talks with the National Liberation Army, a Colombian official said.
Notorious drug lord released from U.S. prison, deported to Colombia, freed
Fabio Ochoa arrived at Bogota's El Dorado airport on a deportation flight on Monday, wearing a grey sweatshirt and carrying his personal belongings in a plastic bag.
"Invisible" cocaine trafficker caught after years as a fugitive
Christopher Neil was arrested in the city of Medellin in an operation by local law enforcement and Interpol.
Humpback whale makes one of the longest migrations ever recorded
A humpback whale crossed multiple oceans for a massive migration that covered more than 8,000 miles, according to a new study.
Colombian police arrest reported hitwoman known as "The Doll"
Colombian press described the 22-year-old as the second-in-command of the "Los de la M" gang, which battles for the control of local drug trafficking.
Legendary drug lord released after serving 25 years in U.S. prison
Fabio Ochoa Vásquez and his brothers amassed a fortune when cocaine started flooding the U.S. in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Teen escapes 12 years after abduction; school bus driver arrested
The victim's captor allegedly changed the girl's name, kept her out of sight and out of school.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
U.S. accuses former Colombia general of extrajudicial killings
Former general Mario Montoya and his family are barred from traveling to the U.S., Secretary of State Antony Blinken said.
Mafia fugitive caught in Colombia seen at infamous drug lord's grave
Luigi Belvedere has been sentenced to almost 19 years in jail for international drug trafficking but has been on the run since December 2020.
Ex-intelligence chief jailed for "aggravated torture" of journalist
Enrique Ariza was convicted of "persecution, harassment" and other crimes against Claudia Julieta Duque, the prosecutor's office said.
How mayors are adapting to immigrant influxes
Mayors from cities across the Western Hemisphere are getting together to share ideas and information on how to adapt to the growing population of immigrants in their cities. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano spoke to members of the mayors' migration task force.
New artifacts found in legendary treasure-laden shipwreck
New artifacts have been found on the legendary Spanish galleon San Jose, with the wreckage believed to be holding treasures worth billions of dollars.
Accused cocaine trafficker dubbed "The Professor" captured in Colombia
Officials released video showing the detained suspect, who is accused of leading the largest "narco sailboat" organization in the world.
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Senate plans 8th vote to reopen government as shutdown drags on
The government shutdown stretched into Day 14 with the Senate expected to hold an eighth vote on a GOP funding bill. Follow live updates here.
D'Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer, dies of cancer at 51
D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."
U.S. struck 5th boat accused of carrying drugs off Venezuela, Trump says
President Trump says the U.S. has struck another small boat he accuses of carrying drugs in the waters off Venezuela.
Demands mount for Gaza aid to flow and Hamas to hand over more remains
So far the Gaza ceasefire is holding, but calls are getting louder for Hamas to hand over more hostages' remains, and for Israel to allow in more aid.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says a hiring slowdown poses U.S. economic risks
Powell said the labor market's outlook hasn't changed much since the central bank's September meeting, when it penciled in two more rate cuts this year.
Family sues Roblox, claims son was allegedly targeted by sex offender
A father claimed an alleged sex offender contacted his 13-year-old son on Roblox despite parental controls.
Weak spot in Earth's magnetic field keeps growing, satellites show
The weak spot, known as the South Atlantic Anomaly, was identified in the 19th century and expanded in recent years.
Future of Voting Rights Act hangs in the balance at Supreme Court
The Supreme Court will convene on Wednesday to hear a legal battle over Louisiana's congressional map that could reverberate across the country.
Some protein powders, shakes contain high levels of lead, testing finds
Some protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead, according to a Consumer Reports investigation that analyzed 23 dairy, beef and plant-based protein supplements.