CBS Evening News Season 78 Episode 74 April 9, 2026

First lady Melania Trump slams "baseless lies" tying her to Jeffrey Epstein in a rare statement at the White House. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, "There's no ceasefire in Lebanon," and that Israel will continue striking the Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah. However, Netanyahu authorized direct talks with Lebanon starting next week in Washington, D.C. Ed O'Keefe reports. Kelly O'Grady breaks down why the prices Americans pay in the U.S. often depend on what is happening in the Middle East. An American is being held, not yet charged, in connection with the disappearance of his wife. He said she fell off their boat last weekend and was swept away. She has not been found. Cristian Benavides has more. Police file charges against 21 suspects in what's described as a $267 million fraud case with zero legitimate patients. Adam Yamaguchi reports. The Artemis II crew is set to splash down on Friday, plunging through the atmosphere at temperatures half as hot as the sun's surface. A UFC fighter named Tatiana Suarez is competing in UFC 327 this weekend in Miami. Tony Dokoupil spoke with her.