8/30: CBS News Weekender
Lana Zak reports on the Labor Day travel rush, sloth fever in the United States and what people should know about it, and a preview of the fall movie season.
The U.S. has confirmed several more attacks on U.S. military bases in Syria on Friday after an initial attack by an Iranian-made drone Thursday killed a U.S. contractor and wounded at least 5 U.S. service members. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin explained how the U.S. is responding, and why this escalation is different from fighting in recent years.
There are new fears of violence regarding the rhetoric surrounding former President Donald Trump's legal battles. On Friday, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg received a threatening letter containing white powder. Trump is awaiting a New York grand jury's decision on a possible indictment. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa discussed the latest on Trump's legal woes.
CBS' new original series "True Lies" follows international spy Harry Tasker and his wife Helen, who becomes a spy herself after his secret double life is revealed. Actor Steve Howey talks with CBS News' Catherine Herridge about taking on the role made famous by Arnold Schwarzenegger in the 1994 James Cameron film of the same name.
The International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin Friday, alleging that he is personally responsible for the abduction of Ukrainian children during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan discussed the details of the ICC's case.
New research from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America listed Wichita, Kansas, Dallas, Texas and Scranton, Pennsylvania as the most challenging places to live if you struggle with a pollen allergy. Sanaz Eftekhari, vice president of research for the foundation, spoke with Catherine Herridge about preventative measures people can take ahead of the spring season.
President Biden Friday called on Congress to give regulators more authority to impose tougher penalties on senior executives who may have mismanaged finances at banking institutions which failed. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.
The workweek has evolved as more people work from home or on hybrid schedules. CBS News' Catherine Herridge is joined by Janet Pogue, the global director of workplace research at Gensler, to discuss these changes and why some employees actually prefer working at the office.
Regulators seized control of Silicon Valley Bank on Friday following its collapse, marking the biggest bank failure since the 2008 financial crisis. Emily Flitter, New York Times finance reporter, joined CBS News to discuss the shocking developments.
As fans eagerly await the 2023 Oscars, many are wondering which films and actors will come out on top. Lifestyle expert and LV Guide founder Lilliana Vazquez spoke with CBS News' Catherine Herridge about the most anticipated awards this year.
Health experts warn springing forward one hour for daylight saving time can have a negative impact on your health. Dr. Beth Ann Malow, a neurology and pediatrics professor at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins CBS News to discuss the concerns.
It's Selection Sunday weekend as 68 teams will learn who and where they will be playing during March Madness. CBS News' Catherine Herridge is joined by CBS Sports basketball analyst Gary Parrish with a preview.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is in Iowa for his book tour in what many are speculating is a pre-2024 campaign visit. Former President Donald Trump has also scheduled a trip to the influential early voting state. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa spoke with Republicans in Iowa about the 2024 presidential field.
President Biden has approved a disaster declaration for California as more storms are battering the state and threatening severe flooding. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins Catherine Herridge from the Folsom Dam with the latest on the conditions.
Sgt. Daniel Greene was the first officer at the scene of the murders of Alex Murdaugh's wife and son. He spoke to CBS News about the case.
CBS News' Nikki Battiste sat down with Alex Murdaugh's defense attorneys and the lead prosecutor in the case following his murder conviction. She asked each side about their reactions to the jury's quick verdict and what their plans are for future appeals.
The strike appeared to be one of the deadliest carried out by Russian forces since the war began more than 900 days ago
The Marines were taken to a local hospital for evaluation as a precaution and have returned to the ship, the Navy says.
A New Hampshire man is in the hospital after he was bitten by a mosquito. He is now testing positive for three mosquito-borne viruses, including EEE.
The U.S. seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's plane in the Dominican Republic and brought it to the U.S. on Monday, the Justice Department said.
Rep. Angie Craig, in a competitive race to keep her House seat, believes Walz, as the VP nominee, can help her win reelection.
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
Officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say at least 129 people were killed, mostly in a stampede, during an attempted prison escape in Kinshasa.
Vice President Kamala Harris made the announcement in Pittsburgh alongside President Biden.
Asian American and Pacific Islander women once had a relatively low rate of breast cancer diagnoses. Now, researchers are scrambling to understand what's changed.
Human remains discovered by children in 1993 south of Indianapolis have been identified as a man from South Carolina, authorities said.
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
Asian American and Pacific Islander women once had a relatively low rate of breast cancer diagnoses. Now, researchers are scrambling to understand what's changed.
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
Rep. Angie Craig, in a competitive race to keep her House seat, believes Walz, as the VP nominee, can help her win reelection.
Scrambling to cut costs, Germany's Volkswagen warns it could shutter factories in the automaker's home country amid rising competition.
Hewlett Packard declines to drop U.K. claim for damages against the estate of British tech mogul Mike Lynch.
Vice President Kamala Harris made the announcement in Pittsburgh alongside President Biden.
Hotel workers have been locked in contract negotiations with chains including Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.
Rep. Angie Craig, in a competitive race to keep her House seat, believes Walz, as the VP nominee, can help her win reelection.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's vehicle was not involved in the crash, according to the campaign.
The U.S. seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's plane in the Dominican Republic and brought it to Florida on Monday, the Justice Department said.
Vice President Kamala Harris made the announcement in Pittsburgh alongside President Biden.
U.S. energy infrastructure has proven to be problematic as-is, and threats to its reliability are growing. Experts say there's a solution.
Asian American and Pacific Islander women once had a relatively low rate of breast cancer diagnoses. Now, researchers are scrambling to understand what's changed.
As a new school year is set to begin, some areas are seeing lower levels of vaccinations, which could make kids more susceptible to diseases like measles and whooping cough. Thd CDC is stepping up efforts to help get kids vaccinated, including those from lower income family who may struggle to afford health care. Celine Gounder reports.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey, who signed a maternal health bill in her state last week, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that she doesn't "believe anything that Donald Trump says," including his recent support of IVF. "I don't think Donald Trump can spell IVF, let alone understand what it means, because his own Project 2025, remember, which establishes a fetal personhood, would undermine and take away IVF treatment," Healey added.
A chance test by a gastrointestinal specialist led to a "bombshell" diagnosis.
There is a growing movement of social media influencers promoting raw or unpasteurized milk. It’s coincided with a recent spike in sales nationwide. However, health officials warn that drinking raw milk could have dangerous consequences.
The strike appeared to be one of the deadliest carried out by Russian forces since the war began more than 900 days ago
Rebecca Cheptegei's boyfriend, Dickson Ndiema, poured petrol on her and set her ablaze during an argument, police said.
Paraguay schools will start teaching sex ed, but the lessons have sexual health educators and feminists in a panic. Conservative lobbyists are thrilled.
Officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say at least 129 people were killed, mostly in a stampede, during an attempted prison escape in Kinshasa.
Police in China have taken a bus driver into custody after the vehicle crashed into students and parents outside a school in Shandong province, killing 11 people.
The teen idol who helped ignite the 1960s surfing craze as a handsome beach boy in the "Gidget" movies, James Darren has died at 88.
Joey Chestnut ate a world record 83 hot dogs in 10 minutes on Monday, relishing another victory against rival Takeru Kobayashi.
There are several anticipated films coming out this fall, including "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," "Joker: Folie à Deux," "Transformers One" and "Wicked." Fandango's managing editor, Erik Davis, joins "CBS Mornings" with his must-see movie picks.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.
Patti LuPone, the star of "Evita" and "Gypsy," is returning to Broadway alongside her longtime friend Mia Farrow in a new play, "The Roommate," which explores the strength, depth, humor and surprise found in women of a certain age.
Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered the suspension of Elon Musk's social media giant X in Brazil after the billionaire refused to name a legal representative in the country.
Ads for major Republican and Democratic groups and candidates appear under racist content that could be making money on X.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
If you have an Amazon smart speaker, you may count on Alexa to help keep track of your to-do lists, check the weather or answer your questions on the fly, but would you pay extra if it meant an upgraded version of the personal voice assistant? Amazon is ready to find out as it looks to launch its delayed AI Alexa subscription by October. Abrar Al-Heeti, consumer tech and mobile reporter for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss the new service.
New artificial intelligence tools such as Flux are making it easier than ever to alter or fabricate images.
More Americans are having to choose between food and energy bills as the price of electricity rises. The cost is based on many factors, but one stands out from the rest — and is likely only going to make matters more complicated and expensive.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
A Houston program funded in large part by oil and plastic producers claims to recycle any type of plastic. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more on his investigation into the program's claims.
Houston, Texas, says its new recycling program can handle any type of plastic and the city is touting it as a model for the nation. In collaboration with the nonprofit Inside Climate News, CBS News' Ben Tracy looked into whether the claims are too good to be true.
Rebecca Cheptegei's boyfriend, Dickson Ndiema, poured petrol on her and set her ablaze during an argument, police said.
Four people were killed in what police are calling a random shooting on Chicago's blue line train as it was pulling into its last stop in Forest Park. A suspect is in custody. CBS Chicago's Tara Molina reports.
Clerance George was charged with murder and aggravated assault in the June 2000 death of Julie Ann McDonald.
The shooting appeared to be random, police said. The suspect was found on another train and police recovered a weapon.
The charges against 46-year-old Ashley Paul Griffith were so extensive that it took Judge Anthony Rafter more than two hours to read them.
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
Blue Origin launched six passengers, including a NASA-sponsored researcher and the youngest woman to fly in space, in the company's eighth crewed spaceflight.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
SpaceX pressed ahead with plans for back-to-back launches of Starlink internet satellites Wednesday, one from Florida and the other from California. But there were some issues in Florida when the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket toppled over after landing at sea. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her historic confirmation to the court, support from her husband and two daughters, and her new memoir, "Lovely One."
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to serve on the U.S.' highest court, talks with "CBS Mornings" about her path to the Supreme Court, term limits for the court and her dissent in a major ruling.
Some people in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, may need to evacuate their homes due to a landslide crisis. Power was shut off to more than 200 homes in the community near Los Angeles over the weekend. Officials are worried that shifting land could damage electrical equipment and cause fires.
The U.S. seized a plane used by Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro, and flew it to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The jet was allegedly illegally purchased and taken out of the U.S. in violation of sanctions. The seizure comes as Venezuela is still reeling from disputed elections earlier this year.
The quarterfinals for the U.S. Open tennis tournament are beginning Tuesday in New York City as we get closer to crowning the next men's and women's grand slam champions. Matthew Futterman, senior tennis writer for the Athletic, joined CBS News to talk about the tournament.