Special National Guard unit for cyberattacks
The Minnesota National Guard's Cyber Protection Unit has been called in to help the city of St. Paul recover from a days-long cyber attack. Jonah Kaplan of CBS Minnesota reports.
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"Papa Jake," D-Day veteran and beloved TikTok star, dies at 102
D-Day veteran ″Papa Jake″ Larson, who survived German gunfire on Normandy's bluffs in 1944 and then garnered 1.2 million followers on TikTok has died.
U.S. attorney says grand jury indictment of Vance Boelter is first step in seeking death penalty
Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson said the indictment includes a "notice of special findings," which he says is the first step in seeking the death penalty.
Vance Boelter back in federal court Thursday
Vance Boelter, the man accused of shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses on June 14, made another federal court appearance Thursday.
Dying woman's fight leads to nation's toughest PFAS law
"Amara's Law" will reduce, then eliminate, the manufacture and sale of nonessential PFAS products by 2032.
Dying woman's fight leads to toughest PFAS ban
Starting this year, "Amara's Law" in Minnesota became America's strictest state law policing PFAS, compounds known as "forever chemicals." Mark Strassmann has more on the woman whose testimony helped spur its passage.
Funeral held for Melissa Hortman, husband and dog
Democratic Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark and their family dog were gunned down in their home two weeks ago in what police are investigating as a politically-motivated attack. A private funeral was held on Saturday to remember them. Caroline Cummings reports.
Vance Boelter appears in court
Minnesota state lawmaker Melissa Hortman, her husband, Mark Hortman, and their dog, Gilbert, lay in state at the Minnesota Capitol rotunda on Friday. As they were remembered, the man accused of killing them appeared in court. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Man accused of attempting to kidnap Memphis mayor
A 25-year-old man is accused of attempted kidnapping after showing up at the home of the Memphis mayor. The incident happened just a day after a prominent Democratic lawmaker was assassinated in Minnesota. Nicole Valdes has the latest.
Rep. Greg Landsman on political violence
Ohio Republican Rep. Max Miller said a driver ran him "off the road" on Thursday outside of Cleveland. His colleague, Ohio Democratic Rep. Greg Landsman, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
FBI: Vance Boelter went to other lawmakers' homes before killing Hortman
Vance Boelter, 57, has been charged in the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. The Hennepin County Attorney said Monday that her office intends to pursue first-degree murder charges against him as well.
Police: Melissa Hortman's home broken into
The home where Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed last weekend was broken into overnight, police say. CBS News Minnesota reports.
Minnesota Rep. Hortman's family speaks out
The family of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman, who was fatally shot along with her husband, Mark, over the weekend in a targeted attack, spoke with CBS News' Lilia Luciano in their first TV interview since the shootings.
Family of slain Minnesota lawmaker speaks out
The family of Democratic Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, are remembering the couple who was killed in what officials say was a politically motivated attack. CBS News' Lilia Luciano spoke with Rep. Hortman's parents and brother about her life and legacy.
Trump says he won't call Walz about lawmaker shootings
President Trump said Tuesday that he won't call Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz after the targeted shootings of two state lawmakers because it would "waste time."
Melissa Hortman's parents in first TV interview: "The division needs to end"
Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman's parents spoke to CBS News about the "unfair and tragic" shooting — and how America's "division needs to end."
Minnesota senator confronts GOP colleague over "cruel" post on shootings
Democratic Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota confronted GOP Sen. Mike Lee of Utah at the Capitol Monday over a social media post on the Minnesota lawmaker shooting.
Lawmakers asking for more security
In the wake of the attacks against Minnesota lawmakers last weekend, members of Congress are requesting more security protections as threats of political violence increase across the U.S. Nikole Killion reports.
Sen. Tina Smith on Minnesota lawmaker shootings
Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband were killed over the weekend in a politically motivated shooting. Democratic Sen. Tina Smith of Minnesota, a friend of the Hortmans, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the rise of political violence in the U.S. and her confrontation with Sen. Mike Lee over his post on the shootings.
Family of slain Minnesota lawmaker speak out
The suspect in the attack on Minnesota lawmakers has his next court appearance at the end of next week. Charges include the murders of Democratic state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark. Lilia Luciano spoke with Hortman's mother, father and brother.
Congress seeking more security funds
In the wake of Saturday's deadly shooting of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, Senators met with the Sergeant at Arms and the U.S. Capitol Police to discuss security for its members. CBS News' Lilia Luciano spoke with Rep. Hortman's family and Scott MacFarlane has more.
Lawmakers concerned about Trump's war powers
U.S. involvement in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict has raised concerns among members of Congress. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) introduced a resolution on Tuesday to prohibit U.S. involvement. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Kids of late Rep. Hortman release statement
The children of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, who were fatally shot over the weekend in a targeted attack, released a statement on their parents' deaths. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Jake Rosen has the latest details on the case.
U.S. legislators ramp up security
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are expected to attend an emergency security briefing in the wake of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
What's next for Minnesota shooting suspect?
The man charged with allegedly shooting two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses appeared in court on Monday. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest details and what to expect next.
RFK Jr. deputy picked to lead CDC after former head's ouster
The Trump administration has chosen HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill to lead the CDC, a source says, after the former director was fired and senior leaders resigned.
Families of 2 children killed in Minneapolis school shooting issue statements: "Give your kids an extra hug"
The family of one of the victims shot early Wednesday morning at Annunciation Catholic Church in southwest Minneapolis spoke out for the first time Thursday afternoon.
Senior CDC officials resign after Monarez ouster, cite concerns over scientific independence
Dr. Debra Houry, the CDC's Chief Science and Medical Officer, and Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, who led the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, stepped down hours after the firing of CDC Director Susan Monarez.
U.S. tariffs exemption for low-value imports ends
An exemption that allowed low-value parcels shipped to the U.S. to avoid tariffs has ended, Trump administration officials say.
Abrego Garcia's ask judge to ban "baseless public attacks" by Trump admin.
Lawyers for Kilmar Abrego Garcia asked a judge on Thursday to bar DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi from making "inflammatory" statements.
Trump preparing major ICE operations in Chicago next week, DHS sources say
The Trump administration is preparing to launch major immigration enforcement operations in Chicago next week employing tactics that sparked protests in Los Angeles, sources tell CBS News.
Trump fires member of board overseeing proposed railroad merger, White House says
Robert Primus, a Democrat who was nominated by President Trump in his first term, posted on social media that the firing was "legally invalid."
3 Memphis ex-officers granted new trials in death of Tyre Nichols
A judge has ordered a new trial for three former Memphis police officers who were convicted of federal charges in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.
South Carolina turns to Supreme Court in transgender student bathroom case
South Carolina officials asked the Supreme Court to allow the state to enforce a measure that makes school funding contingent on compliance with a rule on transgender bathroom use.