Overview: Latest Reports from CBS News ‘Evening News’

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Here are the latest reports from CBS News ‘Evening News’.

TSA to ramp up random searches at airports
In response to the terror attacks in Brussels last month, the TSA will be increasing random checks of vehicles and people with larger bags

Key suspect in Paris attacks arrested
Belgian authorities made five terror related arrests Friday, including Mohamed Abrini, a wanted suspect for his links to the Paris terror attacks

Republicans play the delegate game
Donald Trump’s poll numbers are falling, but his campaign feels he’ll still have the delegates needed for an outright win of the Republican presidential nomination before this summer’s convention

Democrats walking back respective campaign gaffes
While campaigning in New York, Bernie Sanders seemed to have a change of heart on his statement that Hillary Clinton is not “qualified” to be president

John Dickerson with latest on possible GOP contested convention
CBS News political director and anchor of “Face the Nation” John Dickerson provides some insight into the fight for delegates going on in the Republican party

Suspect arrested in murder of UT-Austin freshman
Seventeen-year-old Meechaiel Khalil Criner has been charged with murder in the death of University of Texas student Haruka Weiser

Pope releases document on family matters
Pope Francis sympathized with divorced Catholics and told priests to be more welcoming in a long-awaited document on love, sex, and marriage

California getting much needed rain, but…
Officials are calling the heavy rain and snow El Nino brought to California this winter a “miracle”

Exonerated man released from prison after 33 years
A former U.S. sailor was freed from prison in Virginia Friday, 33 years after he was convicted of murder and rape

James Brown on the moment he knew he’d made it
CBS Sports’ James Brown discusses his favorite sports, his rise in television, and what advice he would give his younger self

Overflowing California reservoirs not enough to quench drought
Two million gallons of water per minute is being released from one of California’s largest reservoirs, but it’s just a start

Five questions for James Brown
CBS Sports’ James Brown joins the “CBS Evening News” as an occasional guest anchor

What would it take for Trump to win?
Donald Trump’s new campaign chief insists the front-runner will win nomination outright; but is also ready for a contested convention

How a ripped-up dollar bill reunited friends after 40 years
What’s a little promise between friends really worth? The friendship of a lifetime

After Brussels attacks, how safe are U.S. airports ?
New measures are being put in place at airports across the country to increase security — but expect longer lines, too

4/7: Democratic race heats up as New York primary nears; War keeps Palestinian parkour team from championships
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the April 7, 2016 edition

On this day: Kurt Cobain’s body found in Seattle
Cobain was found dead in his Seattle, Washington home

April 8, 1994: Kurt Cobain found dead
Kurt Cobain’s body was found in his Seattle home, an estimated three days after he shot and killed himself

Democratic race heats up as New York primary nears
The race for the Democratic presidential nomination tightened after the Wisconsin primary

Bernie Sanders clarifies comments about Hillary Clinton’s qualifications
Senator Bernie Sanders has returned back to his birth state with hopes of winning the New York primary

Republican candidates try to impress New York City
Looking for support in Brooklyn, Texan Senator Ted Cruz shook hands with Hasidic Jews outside a matzah bakery

New video released of Brussels suspect “man in the hat”
On Thursday, Belgian investigators released new images of a key suspect in the Brussels airport bombing

Wild police chase through Los Angeles has puzzling finale
Two burglary suspects led police on a wild chase in Los Angeles

IRS warns of scammers as Tax Day approaches
As Americans rush to complete their tax filings, the IRS is warning the public about scammers and potential rip-offs

Where is “the man in the hat” from the Brussels bombings?
​Belgian investigators release new images of a key suspect in ​the Brussels bombings, and ask the public for help finding him

Phil Scheffler of “60 Minutes” dies at 85
CBS News is mourning the loss of a pioneering journalist, Phil Scheffler

War keeps Palestinian parkour team from championships
The physically demanding sport parkour held its championships in Las Vegas, Nevada, last weekend

Democratic race heats up as New York primary nears; War keeps Palestinian parkour team from championships
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the April 7, 2016 edition

War blasted Gaza becomes perfect stage for sport of parkour
It’s an extreme sport blending gymnastics with agility training developed for a military obstacle course; and for group of Palestinian men it’s freedom

IRS scams on the rise
Emails purporting to be from the IRS seek to trick taxpayers into handing over personal information; they have increased 400 percent this tax season

17-year-old girl latest victim of defective Takata air bags
Federal regulators have confirmed another death in the United States from a defective Takata air bag

Texas teen latest to be killed by defective Takata air bag
10 known deaths in the U.S. and 11 worldwide as a result of defective Takata air bags; more than 100 people have been injured

Sanders: I attacked Clinton because she attacked me
In an interview with “CBS This Morning” anchor Charlie Rose, Sen. Bernie Sanders said his recent comments about Hillary Clinton were in response to her attacks

60 Minutes’ Phil Scheffler dies at 85
As executive editor of 60 Minutes, Phil Scheffler was the trusted right-hand man of the program’s creator, Don Hewitt, for 25 years

Sanders on those digs against Hillary Clinton
Senator Bernie Sanders responds to his recent comments that Hillary Clinton is not qualified for the presidency in an interview with Charlie Rose that will air on the “CBS Evening News” and “CBS This Morning”

U.S. commits more than $500 million to fighting Zika
With warm weather fast approaching, mosquitoes will be making their return to much of the U.S. soon — and they’ll be bringing the Zika virus with them

GOP candidates head Northeast after facing off in Wisconsin
Fresh off a victory in Wisconsin, Ted Cruz arrived in the Empire State to some hostile questions about what he once called “New York values.”

Clinton hits Sanders on guns, economy
Hillary Clinton continues to hold a commanding delegate lead over Bernie Sanders, despite losing several states

Ford facing criticism amid planned move to Mexico
Starting this summer, production of smaller Fords will move from the Wayne, Michigan, plant to Mexico

Wildfires raging in Oklahoma
More than 55,000 acres of farms and ranches have been charred after howling winds caused four wildfires to spread in Northwest Oklahoma

Merle Haggard dies at 79
The country is in mourning for a singer with deep family roots in Oklahoma

School district gets creative to provide Wi-Fi for families
In 2016, the Internet is essential for a student trying to do their homework

Race for the White House shifts to New York
In Tuesday’s primary in Wisconsin, the two presidential front-runners got whipped; so they ran all the way home — to New York

Ohio girl going blind meets the Pope
Five-year-old Lizzy Myers got a thrill of a lifetime Wednesday as she traveled from her home in Ohio to meet Pope Francis in Rome

Dramatic video shows rescue from Oklahoma wildfire
Local CBS News crew rescues man from raging wildfire moments before his truck is engulfed in flames

Remembering Merle Haggard, in his own words
The country music legend and self-proclaimed outlaw died Wednesday, his 79th birthday

New Ford plant will create 2,800 new jobs — in Mexico
Veteran autoworkers in the U.S. make about $60 an hour, versus about $8 an hour in Mexico

Expert worries U.S. Zika outbreak could be “public health equivalent of Katrina”
President Obama is committing more than $500 million to fight the Zika virus; but some experts worry that’s not enough — and that the U.S. is not prepared

California school district puts Wi-Fi on wheels to close digital divide
“I have made the joke that I will put a router on a pigeon if I have to … Whatever I have to do to get these kids connected I will do,” said the Coachella Valley school district superintendent

4/5: Ted Cruz wins Wisconsin primary; Hero Marine dog receives highest honor
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from April 5, 2016 edition

Ted Cruz wins Wisconsin primary
In a crucial win for Ted Cruz’s campaign, the Texas senator defeated Donald Trump in Wisconsin on Tuesday night

Bernie Sanders takes Wisconsin
Bernie Sanders defeated Hillary Clinton in Wisconsin on Tuesday night, furthering his message that he is still a contender in the Democratic race

What’s next for Donald Trump after Wisconsin loss?
Ted Cruz won the Wisconsin primary, making it even harder for Donald Trump to reach the magic delegate number of 1,237 before the Republican convention

How does Wisconsin loss change Donald Trump’s path forward?
After Ted Cruz’s strong showing in the Badger State, does Donald Trump need to adjust his strategy? CBS News political director John Dickerson weighs in

Bernie Sanders fights for Wisconsin win
If Bernie Sanders wants to have any prayer moving forward for the Democratic presidential nomination, he’ll need a victory in Wisconsin Tuesday night

Donald Trump unveils plan to make Mexico pay for wall
While Ted Cruz is expected to win Wisconsin, Donald Trump remains optimistic that he will overcome his closet opponent, Sen. Ted Cruz

How far could Donald Trump fall?
After what many called the worst week of his political career, it will be interesting to see how Donald Trump fares in Wisconsin

“Religious freedom” law passes in Mississippi
After weeks of protest, members of the LGBT community in Mississippi have the least discrimination protection in America

DOJ sets up fake school to stop immigration fraud
The University of Northern New Jersey promised students the “highest quality of undergraduate and graduate education.”

Jail inmates dying preventable deaths
A CBS News investigation has found instances of jail inmates dying after being denied medical care that could have saved their lives

Villanova’s Kris Jenkins on his championship-winning shot
he shot of the night looked like it would belong to UNC’s Marcus Paige — but the honor instead went to Villanova’s Kris Jenkins

Hero Marine dog receives highest honor
Twelve-year-old Marine dog Lucca went on hundreds of missions in Iraq, sniffing out explosives

Broken jail healthcare system poses danger behind bars
Advanced Correctional Healthcare, a company serving 255 correctional facilities in 17 states, has settled at least six lawsuits with families whose relatives died from preventable causes

LGBT activists outraged over Miss. “religious freedom” law
One gay rights activist tweeted Mississippi has enacted the “…most toxic anti-LGBT law ever”

“Pay-to-stay” scheme at fake N.J. school ends in arrests
There was a Twitter page with school information, a Facebook feed depicting students wearing clothing that bore the school’s insignia — but it was all a ruse

Lifetime of sacrifices led to moment of glory for Villanova’s Kris Jenkins
Buzzer-beater that got Villanova the NCAA championship title will go down in history; but for Kris Jenkins, it was a long road to that shot

4/4: Ted Cruz edges closer to Donald Trump; Brothers compete on college basketball’s biggest stage
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from April 4, 2016 edition

Ted Cruz edges closer to Donald Trump
The CBS News battleground tracker shows Ted Cruz has a six-point lead over Donald Trump heading in to a possibly game-changing primary in Wisconsin

What would a Republican contested convention look like?
Republicans are planning for what may be their first contested convention in 40 years

Clinton, Sanders prepare for crucial Wisconsin primary
Raising the minimum wage is a signature issue for Bernie Sanders, but Monday it was Hillary Clinton celebrating with New York’s governor over the state’s big new hike

Amtrak track work policy under review after derailment
Accident investigators are trying to figure out how an Amtrak passenger train and a backhoe wound up on the same track on Sunday

“Panama Papers” show how rich and powerful hide their money
An international group of journalists recently got their hands on documents from a law firm based in Panama that specializes in stashing money in shell companies offshore

Migrants deported under controversial EU deal with Turkey
For the first time since the flood of refugees overwhelmed Europe, the flow was reversed on Monday

Uptick in fentanyl overdoses adds to opioid crisis
Ten deaths in 12 days in the Sacramento area have been traced back to heavy fentanyl-laced narcotics being sold as generic opioids

Panama Papers spotlight how world’s rich hide money offshore
Papers include names of 12 world leaders who’ve allegedly hidden wealth and evaded taxes in offshore accounts

Brothers compete on college basketball’s biggest stage
Two brothers from Maryland play Monday night against each other in the NCAA Men’s Championship game

How a Republican contested convention would work
The prodecures for a contested convention are complicated, so “Face the Nation” anchor John Dickerson breaks down exactly how it works

Migrants deported from Germany under controversial deal
For the first time since the flood of refugees overwhelmed Europe, the flow was reversed; more than 200 migrants sent to Turkey

Opioid overdoses kill 10 people in 12 days in Sacramento area
Doctors are sounding the alarm about fentanyl, an opioid so powerful that one pill is enough to kill

Sibling rivalry takes the court in NCAA championship
University of North Carolina’s Nate Britt, and his brother, Villanova’s Kris Jenkins face off in the final March Madness matchup

4/3: April begins with snow in parts of the U.S.; Drone racing takes off
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the April 3, 2016 edition

Study confirms what millions taking statins have said for years
In a new study, about 42 percent who took a statin experienced muscle pain or weakness; claims previously dismissed by some in medical community

2 killed in Amtrak train derailment south of Philly
More than 300 passengers and crew members were on board an Amtrak train when it hit a backhoe in Chester, Pennsylvania on Sunday morning

April begins with snow in parts of the U.S.
The month of April is off to a brutal cold start for much of the East Coast

Donald Trump tries to recover after slippery week
On Tuesday, the race for the White House moves to Wisconsin

Will Hillary fall to Bernie in Wisconsin?
A new CBS Poll shows Bernie Sanders two points ahead of Hillary Clinton in Wisconsin

Peshmerga leads fight against ISIS
For nearly two years, Iraq’s Kurdish fighters have led the battle against ISIS

Drone racing takes off
Across the country, a new kind of competition is becoming popular

As Kurdish peshmerga continues fight against ISIS money is running dry
For nearly two years, with the help of U.S. forces, Iraq’s Kurdish fighters have led the battle against ISIS

Drone racing as sport takes flight
Across the country, a new kind of competition has taken off, and “60 Minutes Sports” got an up-close look at drone racing

Study: Statins use can lead to muscle pain or weakness
A new study confirms what millions of people taking statins have been complaining about for years

Trump on defensive ahead of Wisconsin primary
Republican front-runner Donald Trump is doing damage control after a difficult week that has seen several controversies and a slip in the polls ahead of the Wisconsin primary

Sanders, Clinton trade “debate dodger” accusations
The Clinton and Sanders campaigns are sparring over who is to blame for the lack of an agreement on a New York debate

Brussels airport to reopen after deadly terror attacks
Brussels Airport, which was the site of one of the deadly attacks that left 32 people dead, will resume passenger flights Sunday on a limited basis

First week of April sees snow in northeastern U.S.
Snow storms are hitting the northeastern U.S., making for a strange start to April

How did the FBI break into the San Bernardino shooter’s iPhone?
The FBI has successfully broken into the San Bernardino terror attacker’s iPhone without the help of the manufacturer Apple

Third successful rocket launch, landing for Blue Origin
For the third time in a row, aerospace company Blue Origin has successfully launched a rocket into space and landed it back on Earth

How the FBI may have hacked into San Bernardino iPhone
California company demonstrates one way the FBI may have bypassed the encryption on San Bernardino shooter’s iPhone

Do woodpeckers hold the key to preventing concussions?
After growing concern from parents and schools over sports-related brain injuries, some doctors are working to protect the brain from the inside

Watch: Video of Officer “Copscotch” playing with homeless girl goes viral
Video of a police officer playing hopscoth with a homeless girl in California has been viewed millions of times in just a few days

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