In Epstein’s cell, a scene of disarray without thorough inspection

The federal investigation into the death of convicted sex-trafficker Jeffrey Epstein was marred by significant lapses, experts told CBS News, including the failure by investigators to interview potential witnesses, properly preserve certain evidence and run basic forensic tests. Nearly two years passed before investigators interviewed the two key corrections officers on duty the night Epstein

Hearing on tap as 500 National Guard troops deployed in Chicago area

Approximately 500 National Guard soldiers from Texas and Illinois have been deployed in the Chicago area and mobilized to protect federal agents and facilities amid a legal battle over their deployment. According to the U.S. Northern Command at the Department of Defense, approximately 200 soldiers from the Texas National Guard and 300 soldiers from the

What the candidates for California governor are saying about redistricting, immigration and other top issues

Candidates for California governor talk congressional redistricting, Proposition 50 by CBS News Sacramento on YouTube CBS News California Investigates correspondent Julie Watts sat for in-depth interviews with the candidates running to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom when he terms out in 2026. In this ongoing series, candidates are pressed to go beyond campaign talking points to

500 National Guard troops deployed in Chicago area amid legal battle

Approximately 500 National Guard soldiers from Texas and Illinois have been deployed in the Chicago area and mobilized to protect federal agents and facilities, amid a legal battle over their deployment. According to the U.S. Northern Command at the Department of Defense, approximately 200 soldiers from the Texas National Guard and 300 soldiers from the

Colombian president alleges U.S. bombed boat from his country; White House denies

The president of Colombia alleged Wednesday that a boat struck by the U.S. military in the Caribbean Sea last week carried Colombian citizens, a claim a White House official called “baseless and reprehensible.” The U.S. military has hit at least four alleged drug boats since last month, with the most recent known strike on Oct.