Man arrested in FBI sting showed agents how to build bombs, feds say
According to court documents, Ahmad Suhad Ahmad showed how to build and blow up a bomb
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Famed mob boss "Whitey" Bulger dead at 89
Former Boston mob boss James "Whitey" Bulger was killed in a West Virginia prison, CBS News has confirmed. He was one of the FBI's most-wanted fugitives for years until his 2011 arrest in Santa Monica, California. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN to discuss Bulger's life.
Alleged scheme to fabricate sexual assault allegations against Mueller referred to FBI
Mueller is investigating Russian election meddling and any ties to Trump associates
Package bomb suspect is a Florida Trump supporter
Cesar Sayoc, 56, is accused of sending bombs to prominent Democrats and vocal opponents of President Trump
Mail bombing suspect arrested
The FBI was able to find Cesar Sayoc with a fingerprint left on one of the mail bombs. FBI Director Christopher Wray says law enforcement is still on alert because there could be more packages in transit. . Former NYPD commanding officer for the counterterrorism unit Mike O'Neill joins CBSN to discuss the investigation.
Suspect in mail bombs case in custody
The Justice Department confirms a suspect is in custody in connection with a series of 12 suspicious packages sent to critics of President Trump. Jeff Pegues and Manuel Bojorquez report.
Former Trump campaign adviser George Papadopoulos may try to withdraw guilty plea
The former Trump foreign policy adviser was the first person to face criminal charges related to contacts between Trump campaign associates and Russian interests during the 2016 presidential campaign
Time Warner Center evacuated for 2nd time
The FBI has said more pipe bombs may be out there, but false alarms have led to confusion. Ten pipe bombs were sent to critics of President Trump this week. New York City's Time Warner Center was partially evacuated again Wednesday night after two unattended packages were found. Jeff Pegues reports.
FBI fires back
Lawyer Michael Avenatti is responding to Sen. Chuck Grassley, who asked the FBI investigate whether he conspired with Julie Swetnick to make false statements concerning Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Swetnick claims Kavanaugh and his friends spiked drinks at high school parties. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Investigators studying clues about explosive devices sent to top Democrats
One bomb used a digital clock connected to a battery as a possible trigger device
Feds: 3 Miami cops took cash to guard "drug traffickers"
Three City of Miami police officers are facing federal narcotics charges after a months-long undercover sting
Device found outside George Soros' home had components of a bomb
Investigators are trying to determine whether the device was sent in the mail
Possible explosive device found near George Soros' house, authorities say
Explosive device was found in the mailbox by an employee of the residence in Westchester, New York, police said Monday
Russian national charged with conspiracy to meddle in 2018 midterm elections
This is the first charge against a suspect for interference in the 2018 midterm elections
FBI expands search nationwide for missing Wisconsin girl
Jayme Closs hasn't been seen since her parents were found shot to death in their home earlier this week
Search for missing girl
Police are searching for a missing 13-year-old girl from Wisconsin, whose parents were found dead in their home Monday. FBI agents are helping officers look for Jayme Closs. CBS News national correspondent Adriana Diaz reports.
Former U.S. Senate security director pleads leads guilty to lying to FBI
James Wolfe, the former director of security for Senate Intelligence, was accused of leaking to various journalists
FBI reassigns overseas personnel while conducting investigation into allegations of improper behavior
The FBI said in a statement that upon learning of the allegations "action was taken to reassign certain personnel to non-operational roles while the allegations are reviewed"
Feds bust man for alleged plot to detonate massive bomb in D.C. on Election Day
Paul Rosenfeld is accused of planning to detonate the bomb in Washington, D.C., in order to draw attention to his political beliefs
Limo company's violations, owner's unusual past come to light after crash
Federal records show the company that owns the limo involved in the deadly crash has been cited for 22 violations in the last 24 months
Search for Civil War gold pits treasure hunters against FBI
Father-son duo are challenging the FBI's account of the dig, insisting that something had to have been buried in the woods near Dents Run
Trump hosts Kavanaugh at White House
Two days after being officially sworn in, Justice Brett Kavanaugh was given a ceremonial oath at the White House on Monday. Kavanaugh said he holds "no bitterness" over his brutal confirmation fight.
Owner of limo company in deadly N.Y. crash was FBI informant
Before the tragedy, authorities knew Shahed Hussain best as a paid government informant in the investigation of domestic terrorist threats after the Sept. 11 attacks
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Senate confirms Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court; Banksy painting self-destructs.
Senate confirms Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court
The Senate confirmed Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court with a final vote of 50-48. Nancy Cordes reports.
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ICE threatens lawsuits if Democratic states don't hold migrants
The Department of Homeland Security is escalating its clash with so-called sanctuary states, warning multiple states they could face legal action, CBS News has learned.
Cyberattack disrupts systems, causes delays at major European airports
A cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems has disrupted air traffic at several major European airports.
Ukrainian officials say 3 dead, dozens wounded in Russian attack
Russia has launched a large-scale missile and drone attack across Ukraine, killing at least three people and wounding dozens more.
Trump unveils "Gold Card" fast-track visas for $1 million
President Trump's "Gold Card" program will be rolled out in the coming weeks, allowing the world's wealthy to apply for fast-track visas — if they pay $1 million or more.
Trump says U.S. military has struck another alleged drug boat, killing 3
President Trump said Friday the U.S. military has carried out another "lethal kinetic strike" on a boat accused of carrying drugs.
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Who's paying for the White House ballroom and what's in it for them
President Trump has so far raised $200 million for a new White House ballroom from some of the nation's biggest companies.
Acting U.S. attorney resigns amid concern he could be fired for not prosecuting NY AG
In April, a Trump ally referred New York Attorney General Letitia James for federal criminal prosecution for alleged mortgage fraud.
Voting kicks off in Virginia governor's race — as Trump policies take center-stage
Early in-person voting began Friday in Virginia's gubernatorial election, with Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears making their case to voters.
Federal judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against NYT, citing excessive length
A federal judge in Florida has thrown out President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, citing its excessive length, but gave his attorneys a chance to refile.