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A man who won a landmark lawsuit against the agricultural giant, Monsanto, is speaking out for the first time on "CBS This Morning." Monsanto was ordered to pay $289 million in damages to former school groundskeeper, Dewayne "Lee" Johnson. A jury found the company's widely used glysphosate-based weed killer caused Johnson's terminal cancer. Anna Werner reports.
Dewayne "Lee" Johnson alleges that his use of Monsanto's weed killer Roundup contributed to his non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
German conglomerate whacked by Wall Street as investors fret over possible cancer link to widely used weed killer
A chemical that could cause cancer was found in popular breakfast foods such as Quaker Oats and Cheerios. Glypohsate is also found in Monsanto's weed-killing products. Rene Ebersole has been reporting on the Monsanto trials for The Nation in a partnership with the Food and Environmental reporting network. She joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest.
Because of a change in the tax law, man who won massive weedkiller award could end up with much less
31 out of 45 tested products had glyphosate levels higher than what some scientists consider safe for children
Former groundskeeper won massive award after claiming that exposure to weed killer gave him cancer
Environmental groups are applauding the landmark ruling for a former school groundskeeper in his years-long battle with the chemical giant Monsanto. The jury found the company at fault for allowing the man to contract cancer after using its popular weed killer for years. John Blackstone reports.
A San Francisco jury ordered chemical giant Monsanto pay $289 million to a former groundskeeper who said their weedkiller contributed to his cancer. Jurors ruled the product contributed to his cancer and Monsanto should have provided a warning of the potential health hazard. John Blackstone reports.
"The simple fact is he is going to die," said the attorney who represented Dewayne Johnson, who has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
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Former Northern California school groundskeeper blames his terminal cancer on weed-killer Roundup
A former school groundskeeper who blames his terminal cancer on the popular weed-killer Roundup has testified in his lawsuit against the herbicide's manufacturer, Monsanto. Dewayne "Lee" Johnson's case is the first of its kind to go to trial. Susie Steimle of CBS station KPIX-TV reports from San Francisco.
The case of a California groundskeeper now stricken with cancer could show how hundreds of others might go
The widely used herbicide is facing a legal threat concerning the question of its potential to cause cancer
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman told "CBS This Morning" that the trial's outcome will serve as a "bellwether" for the thousands that could follow
Surprising nobody, German drug giant confirms combined company will drop politically charged moniker of pesticide maker
A federal judge could decide the fate of more than 300 lawsuits filed against Monsanto by cancer victims
Apple and Monsanto stakes were increased; IBM and Wells Fargo shares were sold -- all while cash pile grew to $100B
The pharmaceutical giant is selling parts of its Crop Science unit to BASF to ease regulatory concern over its Monsanto takeover
California lawmakers took a major step in light of concerns about the popular weed killer Roundup, but Monsanto insists it is safe
Newly-released court papers question the safety of Roundup, one of America's most popular weed killers. More than 200 lawsuits have been filed against Monsanto, the chemical giant that makes Roundup, in the last two years. Attorneys claim the papers show Monsanto took steps to spin research on possible cancer links to Roundup's main ingredient. Mireya Villarreal reports.
In a statement, Monsanto said maintained the product doesn't cause cancer as claimed in lawsuit
Hundreds of people around the country have been suing Monsanto over glyphosate, the main ingredient in the weed killer Roundup, claiming it causes cancer. Filings from one lawsuit now suggest the company tried to influence studies about the product's dangers. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Roundup, the popular weed killer used by farmers and backyard gardeners, can be labeled with a cancer warning in California, a judge ruled Friday. Manufacturer Monsanto was fighting the label. Omar Villafranca has more.
Two women testified before the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz paid them "for sex," their lawyer told CBS News' Major Garrett.
A Russian lawmaker calls President Biden's decision to let Ukraine fire U.S. missiles deep into Russia a "very big step toward the beginning" of a third world war.
The families of eight school shooting victims opened their doors to Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp, allowing them to document their children's bedrooms.
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
E. coli outbreaks in food are making headlines, prompting questions about how to stay safe from the bacteria that can cause sickness.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom decided to defer the Menendez brothers' clemency decision to incoming District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts had empty shelves on Monday due to a cyberattack.
Ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov fell from a fifth-floor balcony after taking painkillers ahead of back surgery, Russian media reported.
A judge has struck down Wyoming's overall ban on abortion and its first-in-the nation explicit prohibition on the use of medication to end pregnancy.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom decided to defer the Menendez brothers' clemency decision to incoming District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts had empty shelves on Monday due to a cyberattack.
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
Canada's Bestar recalled wall beds only after learning of dozens of cases in which its beds detached from the walls, feds say.
President-elect Donald Trump says former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy is his choice for transportation secretary as he continues to roll out picks for his Cabinet.
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
President-elect Donald Trump announced he selected former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general.
Two women testified before the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz paid them "for sex," their lawyer told CBS News' Major Garrett.
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
Canada's Bestar recalled wall beds only after learning of dozens of cases in which its beds detached from the walls, feds say.
E. coli outbreaks in food are making headlines, prompting questions about how to stay safe from the bacteria that can cause sickness.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
Ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov fell from a fifth-floor balcony after taking painkillers ahead of back surgery, Russian media reported.
Air pollution chokes New Delhi every winter, but this year's smog has already derailed everything from transport and road work to schools.
The sister of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, an American activist killed in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, says her idealistic vision of the U.S. has been shattered.
A Russian lawmaker calls President Biden's decision to let Ukraine fire U.S. missiles deep into Russia a "very big step toward the beginning" of a third world war.
Bernadett "Betty" Szabo, 19, was stabbed multiple times just months after giving birth to a baby boy.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
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As climate change intensifies, the race for a more eco-friendly car has revved up. Itay Hod reports on the newest twist on travel.
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
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.
On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 trillion in the last 10 years.
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom decided to defer the Menendez brothers' clemency decision to incoming District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
CBS News has learned the case against the man accused of killing a University of Georgia nursing student could be in the hands of the judge as early as Tuesday. Jose Ibarra, an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela, has pleaded not guilty to killing 22-year-old Laken Riley while she was jogging on campus in February. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has the latest from Athens, Georgia.
Officials say 13 people were shot during two incidents along a New Orleans "second line" parade route. CBS News' Kati Weis breaks down what's known.
Jose Ibarra's trial for the murder of Laken Riley, a student at Georgia's Augusta University College of Nursing, continues as Ibarra's family members are expected to testify on his behalf. CBS News contributor Caroline Polisi breaks down the latest in the case.
Two people were killed in two separate shootings along a New Orleans parade route Sunday night. No arrests have been made so far. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has more.
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
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President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
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Americans are bracing for President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariff hikes on imported goods. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady looks at the potential economic impact. Then, small business owner Andy Gossett joins to discuss what the tariffs would mean for his outdoor sporting goods company.
At least two of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks are involved in controversy. Now there are questions about whether Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth have the support to get confirmed for their intended roles. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has new reporting.
Spirit Airlines is filing for bankruptcy ahead of the busy holiday travel season. The budget airline has faced multiple setbacks recently, including rising labor costs and a failed merger with JetBlue. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more on what this means for travelers.