Judge Frank Caprio, known for his compassion in court, dies at 88
Judge Frank Caprio, a former judge for the Providence Municipal Court, died following a bout with pancreatic cancer, according to a statement posted to social media.
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Dr. David Klatzow, a specialist in forensic science, talks with CBS correspondent Debora Patta about the Oscar Pistorius verdict and his disappointment in the judge’s ruling
Dr. David Klatzow, a specialist in forensic science, talks with CBS correspondent Debora Patta about the Oscar Pistorius verdict and his disappointment in the judge’s ruling.
Democrats use Trump’s own words against him
House impeachment managers are expected Thursday to lay out exactly how President Trump's abuse of power violated the constitution. This comes after 100 senators acting as both judge and jury in the trial sat in silence while House Democrats presented the evidence they say prove the president's guilt. Nancy Cordes is on Capitol Hill to break down hours of legal arguments.
Court looking into extraditing Huawei executive
A Canadian judge will begin hearing evidence Monday on whether to extradite top Chinese executive Meng Wenzhou to the U.S. on bank fraud charges. It’s a case involving big money, high tech and international politics. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Scientist behind gene-edited babies sentenced
A Chinese scientist who helped create the world's first genetically edited babies is going to prison. A judge in China sentenced He Jiankui to three years for carrying out "illegal medical practices."
Blueprints for 3D-printed guns banned online
Blueprints for 3D printed plastic guns are banned from the internet – for now. Last year the Trump administration allowed a Texas company to make the digital blueprints available online. But a federal judge ruled Tuesday that this agreement broke federal law.
American accused in Anguilla hotel death
A judge on the Caribbean island of Anguilla will decide Monday if a Connecticut man will go on trial for allegedly killing a hotel worker. Scott Hapgood was vacationing with his family in April when he says Kenny Mitchel tried to rob him. Mitchel died after a struggle, and Hapgood was charged with manslaughter. Errol Barnett reports.
Mike Pence, full interview
Vice President Mike Pence discusses President Trump's comments about the "so-called judge" and the temporary injunction that halted his executive orders. He also spoke about Mr. Trump's relationship with Russia and Vladimir Putin. The interview aired on the Feb. 5, 2017 broadcast of "Face the Nation."
McCain on the Senate
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona says he regrets going nuclear to confirm Judge Gorsuch. "I think both parties will rue this day," the Senator argues. "It will drive to more liberal judges when the Democrats have the majority."
Rep. Trey Gowdy urges Senate to be "fair to the witness" in Kavanaugh, Ford hearings
Rep. Trey Gowdy, R-South Carolina, says that both Judge Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford will live with the consequences of this week’s public hearing for the rest of their lives.
What are the repercussions of a potential Kavanaugh, Ford open hearing?
Amy Walter, Dan Balz, Seung Min Kim and Reihan Salam discuss the partisan tinge the Kavanaugh, Ford hearing will put on the #MeToo movement and the questions senators are preparing for the hearing.
Open: This is Face the Nation, October 7th
This week on “Face the Nation” John Dickerson chats with Sen. Susan Collins of Maine and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell about the battle waged over Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court. Plus, the political panel weighs in on how this week will affect midterms.
Law and Disorder
Judge Judith Sheindlin is known in New York City Family Court for her testy attitude and harsh lectures. But she tells Morley Safer there's a reason she's so tough: She is determined to improve the lives of the families she encounters.
Collins, Heitkamp explain Kavanaugh votes
One voted no and one voted yes, but both put their political futures in jeopardy. More on 60 Minutes, tonight at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
"Where were you hit?" Police respond after judge shot
Dashcam video shows police officers arriving to Judge Julie Kocurek's home Nov. 6, 2015, moments after she had been shot by a man dressed in black.
Wisconsin judge pleads not guilty in ICE case
Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty to federal obstruction charges on Thursday. She's accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities at her courthouse. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Battle over deportation flights
Federal Judge James Boasberg has found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in contempt for ignoring his order to stop several deportation flights to El Salvador. Boasberg said the government "deliberately flouted" his orders.
Judge, DOJ clash over man mistakenly deported
A federal judge says she's seen no evidence officials have done anything to comply with her order to facilitate the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison last month. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Judge convicted of shooting her ex-boyfriend as he slept
Sonya McKnight was taken away in handcuffs after the trial judge rejected a defense request that she be released. She faces up to 60 years in prison.
Judge blocks release of records showing bodies of Gene Hackman, wife
The ruling allows the possible release of redacted police body camera video and other investigative materials, including images of the couple's dead dog.
More on claims of judicial overreach
Members of the House Judiciary Committee want to probe claims of apparent judicial overreach against actions by the Trump administration. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Trump doubles down on judicial criticisms
President Trump is doubling down on his criticisms of the judicial branch. Since he took office, there have been several cases of federal judges temporarily stopping the administration from dismantling agencies or firing government employees. Plaintiffs, such as employee unions and nonprofits, have questioned the legality of these moves, many of which are still being argued in court. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports, and CBS News Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on the case over deportation flights to El Salvador.
Why man serving 5 life prison sentences walks free
A man sentenced to life in prison, with what seemed like no chance of getting out, is now free. That's because of a 90-year-old judge who is trying to rethink America's justice system. Scott MacFarlane has the story.
Man who attacked judge in Vegas courtroom gets decades in prison
Video showed the judge falling back from her seat as Deobra Redden flung himself over her bench and grabbed her hair, toppling an American flag onto them.
Can Democrats fill 44 judicial vacancies?
President-elect Donald Trump is urging Republicans to slow down President Biden's judicial nominations before January. There are currently 44 vacancies, and 14 of Mr. Biden's nominations await Senate approval. Wall Street Journal Supreme Court correspondent Jess Bravin joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Hamas says it has agreed to parts of the Gaza peace proposal outlined by Trump
The plan called for Hamas to return all Israeli hostages and for the Israeli military to begin withdrawing from parts of the Gaza Strip in phases.
Virginia AG candidate faces backlash over violent, inflammatory text messages
In text messages from 2022, former Virginia House Delegate Jay Jones mused about hypothetically shooting then-Republican Speaker of the House of Delegates Todd Gilbert.
Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez injured, hospitalized, agent says
Mark Sanchez, who is also a Fox Sports analyst, is recovering in a hospital in Indianapolis, his agent Andrew Kessler told CBS News.
British police arrest 6 after deadly Manchester synagogue attack
Police have arrested six people on suspicion of terror offenses after an attack on a synagogue in northwest England.
Pritzker: Trump administration intends to federalize 300 Illinois National Guard
The statement comes amid clashes between protesters and federal agents in Broadview, Illinois, and other reported ICE activity around the city of Chicago.
FBI weighing a perp walk for Comey — and suspended an agent for refusing to
The FBI is considering carrying out a "showy" arrest and perp walk of the agency's now-indicted ex-Director James Comey, sources tell CBS News.
Sean "Diddy" Combs sentenced to over 4 years for prostitution-related charges
Sean "Diddy" Combs' sentencing hearing was held three months after he was convicted on two prostitution-related charges.
Government shutdown to continue into next week after Senate votes fail again
The 2025 government shutdown stretched into its third day on Friday, with the Senate again failing to advance competing proposals to end the impasse.
Japan's ruling party elects Sanae Takaichi as new leader, likely first female PM
An admirer of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Sanae Takaichi is a protege of the ultra-conservative vision of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.