60 Minutes CBS “Minnesota, The Far Side Of The Moon, Boom Chicago” February 1 2026
This Sunday night, 60 Minutes delivers another powerful lineup of stories that span the spectrum from national outrage to lunar ambition to international laughter. Airing from 7:00 to 8:00 PM ET/PT on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, this episode features three distinct segments with gripping interviews and global perspectives.
A Fatal Encounter in Minnesota: The Death of Alex Pretti
The broadcast opens with Scott Pelley’s in-depth report on the controversial killing of Minnesota resident Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents. The incident has sparked widespread protest across the U.S., with many criticizing the Department of Homeland Security’s tactics under the Trump administration. Pelley sits down with Sen. Rand Paul, the chairman of the Senate’s Homeland Security Committee, who is calling for top DHS officials to testify before Congress. The segment also includes insights from former Justice Department and DHS investigators, as pressure mounts for an independent investigation into the fatal operation. Maria Gavrilovic, Aaron Weisz, and Nicole Young produce this timely report.
Artemis II: NASA’s Leap Toward Lunar Exploration
In the second segment, Bill Whitaker takes viewers to Kennedy Space Center for a look at Artemis II, NASA’s first crewed mission to the Moon in over half a century. The mission is a pivotal step in reigniting American space exploration, aiming not only to return astronauts to lunar orbit but also to lay the foundation for long-term habitation and eventual missions to Mars. Whitaker interviews the four astronauts slated for the 10-day journey, offering a glimpse into the training, science, and spirit driving this bold endeavor. The piece is produced by Marc Lieberman.
Boom Chicago: Amsterdam’s Comedy Powerhouse
Closing the episode, Jon Wertheim travels to Amsterdam to showcase Boom Chicago, an English-language improv theater with an outsized impact on American comedy. Founded in the early 1990s by two American performers, the theater has helped launch the careers of comedic heavyweights like Seth Meyers, Jordan Peele, Jason Sudeikis, Amber Ruffin, and Brendan Hunt. As debates about the boundaries of comedy swirl back home, this segment reveals how Boom Chicago has become a global incubator for fearless, funny voices. Michael Gavshon produces this light-hearted but illuminating story.
Tune in for an hour that blends investigative journalism, space exploration, and the global reach of laughter—only on 60 Minutes
