Music and the Brain
"Music and the Brain" is an educational program created by Lisha Lercari, an educator on a mission to promote the creative benefits of teaching music to young children. Michelle Miller reports.
New Orleans
1 rescued, 2 missing after plane crashes in Lake Pontchartrain
Female passenger picked up by private yacht, transported to area hospital; divers to search for additional passengers, wreckage
Big Freedia sentenced to probation for housing fraud
Bounce entertainer Big Freedia was sentenced to three years’ probation and fined $35,000 by a federal judge Thursday
Jon Batiste: Making a joyful noise
The leader of the band Stay Human and a fixture on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” loves to performs “love riots”
"NCIS: New Orleans" cast help with Louisiana flooding
The cast and crew of “NCIS: New Orleans” are taking time to give back to the state where their show is filmed
NBA announces new city for All-Star game after bathroom battle
League pulled annual showcase from Charlotte, North Carolina, in July over state's passage of anti-LGBT law
Rape victim to Darren Sharper in court: "Go to hell"
The former NFL star learned his fate in a New Orleans federal court Thursday after admitting to drugging and raping women in four states
3-time widow convicted in 2nd husband's death
Emma Raine is also a suspect in the unsolved death of her third husband in Mississippi
Jazz clarinetist Pete Fountain dead at 86
The longtime Bourbon Street fixture was a virtuoso of Dixieland jazz
The Dish: Kelly Fields
Raised in the low country of South Carolina, Kelly Fields took her talent for baking to New Orleans. After leaving for cooking school, she returned to become pastry chef under renowned Chef John Besh, only to be driven out by Hurricane Katrina. But sure enough, after years in San Francisco, it was back to New Orleans. Last summer, she became chef and partner of "Willa Jean," a bakery-restaurant. She also heads the pastry program for all of Besh's restaurants. Chef Fields joins "CBS This Morning" to share her story and New Orleans-influenced dishes.
Baton Rouge ambush update
We are learning more about the gunman who killed three Baton Rouge police officers in an ambush Sunday. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joins CBSN with the latest details from Baton Rouge.
Confronting Police Shootings
National Urban League president and former New Orleans mayor Marc Morial discusses the police shootings in Louisiana and Minnesota which left two black men dead.
Louisiana sheriff's deputy shot and killed during street stop
Pedestrian in New Orleans suburb shoots Jefferson Parish sheriff's deputy multiple times, killing him, after being stopped by the officer
Police: NBA player fatally shot in Dallas
New Orleans Pelicans guard Bryce Dejean-Jones was fatally shot after breaking down the door to a Dallas apartment, according to police
World War II vets' body finally sent home to New Orleans
Pvt. Earl Joseph Keating died on New Guinea in 1942, yet his family never stopped fighting to find a way to bring him home
New Orleans murder victim was in city to plan wedding
Investigators say Thomas Rolfes was found robbed and shot to death about two miles from a bar he went to with friends
Boudet fell into cooking in the most naturally food-centric place in America: New Orleans
Boudet fell into cooking in the most naturally food-centric place in America: New Orleans. Born and raised in the Crescent City of French, Sicilian and Germany ancestry, he was cooking by the age of eight. He later moved west and is now executive chef and co-owner of Los Angeles cult favorites including Little Dom's, 101 Coffee Shop and MiniBar. Boudet joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss his career.
Robber is shortchanged after getting only 35 cents
Police say the robbery happened Wednesday morning in New Orleans
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the May 01, 2016 edition
Donald Trump was campaigning in Indiana on Sunday, where a double digit win would put him on track to secure the majority of delegates needed to win the nomination; the Gila River Indian community is considered by the National Institutes of Health to be one of the most obese communities in America
Large hail pelted parts of Louisiana on Sunday, where severe storms also caused flash flooding
Large hail pelted parts of Louisiana on Sunday, where severe storms also caused flash flooding. In New Orleans, dangerous weather forced the cancellation of the city's acclaimed jazz fest. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Cardell Hayes has been indicted on a second-degree murder charge in the death of former New Orleans Saints player Will Smith
Cardell Hayes has been indicted on a second-degree murder charge in the death of former New Orleans Saints player Will Smith. Hayes pleaded not guilty. CBSN's Don Dahler has the latest.
Man indicted in fatal shooting of ex-Saints player
Cardell Hayes was indicted Thursday on a charge of second-degree murder in the death of Will Smith, and attempted murder for the non-fatal shooting of Smith's wife
Loved ones search for answers after teen's death
Sheriff's deputies suspect foul play after 16-year-old Jorion White was found dead in a ditch Sunday in suburban New Orleans
Disney cruise rescues Cuban fugitives wanted in New Orleans
Trio wanted on credit card fraud charges found clinging to capsized boat; officials believe they were trying to flee to Cuba
Ex-prosecutor accused of seeking sex with defendants
Investigators accused former St. Charles Parish District Attorney Harry Morel of soliciting sex from at least 20 women during his 33-year tenure
Fact check of Trump's "border czar" claims on noncitizens and crime
As Donald Trump's second term approaches, Republicans have cited inflated figures on noncitizens with criminal records.
Notre Dame cathedral rebuilt more than 5 years after devastating fire
French President Emmanuel Macron has told workers who revived Paris' iconic, fire-ravaged Notre Dame cathedral, that they "achieved what was thought impossible."
Jets scrambled as Russia, China warplanes approach South Korea
The Chinese and Russian military aircraft flew "for an extended period without prior notice," South Korea's defense ministry said.
Navy ship hit reef and sank after crew's "autopilot" error
The HMNZS Manawanui was the first ship New Zealand lost since World War II, and was one of nine ships in the country's small navy fleet.
Ireland's 2024 election is underway. Here's what to know.
Sinn Féin, the former political arm of the IRA, is hoping Ireland's 2024 election will bring it to power for the first time ever.
Connecticut Democratic lawmakers report bomb threats on Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
Teen hockey player killed by stray bullet driving home after game
Colin Brown, 16, was hit by a bullet while being driven home in his father's car after playing a hockey game.
Israel and Hezbollah both claim ceasefire violations
The bursts of violence — with no reports of serious casualties — reflected the uneasy nature of the ceasefire that otherwise appeared to hold as Lebanese troops began to deploy in parts of southern Lebanon.
Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
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Did an Illinois firefighter have a secret he was willing to kill for?
When Melissa Lamesch is found dead at home in Mt. Morris, Illinois, on the day before Thanksgiving, authorities zero in on Matthew Plote, a man trained to save lives, not take them.
Teen hockey player killed by stray bullet driving home after game
Colin Brown, 16, was hit by a bullet while being driven home in his father's car after playing a hockey game.
Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
Iowa man decorates neighbors' homes to celebrate wife's love of Christmas
Neighbors are collecting cards for John Reichart and his wife — find out how to send one here.
The White House's history with Thanksgiving, and how the turkey pardon came to be
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
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Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
How to avoid Black Friday phishing scams
Experts warn of fabricated websites posing as retailers to scam shoppers looking for Black Friday deals.
Cucumbers recalled across U.S. and Canada over salmonella risk
Consumers are urged to destroy the recalled cucumbers, which were distributed in 26 states around the U.S.
This is how retailers get you to spend more money
As the holiday shopping season kicks off, here are five ways retailers try to get consumers to spend.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book hits stores Friday. Here's what to know.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book goes on sale Friday. Here's the only place to buy it, how much it costs and what you'll get.
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The White House's history with Thanksgiving, and how the turkey pardon came to be
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
Connecticut Democratic lawmakers report bomb threats on Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
A look at Trump's campaign promise to recognize North Carolina's Lumbee Tribe
Then-candidate Donald Trump in September promised that he would sign legislation to grant federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe.
Bidens spending last Thanksgiving as president on Nantucket, a family tradition
"Whatever bumps and bruises we were suffering, we put it all aside and celebrated Thanksgiving in Nantucket," President Biden wrote in his 2017 book "Promise Me, Dad."
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
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New Mexico man awarded $412 million for botched penile injections
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Why does eating turkey make you sleepy? Thanksgiving fatigue, explained.
Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
Thanksgiving foods cats and dogs can (and can't) eat
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
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Notre Dame cathedral rebuilt more than 5 years after devastating fire
French President Emmanuel Macron has told workers who revived Paris' iconic, fire-ravaged Notre Dame cathedral, that they "achieved what was thought impossible."
Jets scrambled as Russia, China warplanes approach South Korea
The Chinese and Russian military aircraft flew "for an extended period without prior notice," South Korea's defense ministry said.
Ireland's 2024 election is underway. Here's what to know.
Sinn Féin, the former political arm of the IRA, is hoping Ireland's 2024 election will bring it to power for the first time ever.
Navy ship hit reef and sank after crew's "autopilot" error
The HMNZS Manawanui was the first ship New Zealand lost since World War II, and was one of nine ships in the country's small navy fleet.
Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
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Jon Batiste, Ledisi, Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle to do Super Bowl preshow
The performances will take place Feb. 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans before the NFL's championship matchup and halftime show featuring rap megastar Kendrick Lamar.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book hits stores Friday. Here's what to know.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book goes on sale Friday. Here's the only place to buy it, how much it costs and what you'll get.
Former TV host Charlie Rose settles sexual harassment lawsuit
In settling, the three plaintiffs said they assign no "ill intent" to Rose and realize now that his conduct could be subject to interpretation.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
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Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
Australian parliament approves law to ban under-16s from social media
Australia's full legislature has now passed a bill that will soon ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
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Did an Illinois firefighter have a secret he was willing to kill for?
When Melissa Lamesch is found dead at home in Mt. Morris, Illinois, on the day before Thanksgiving, authorities zero in on Matthew Plote, a man trained to save lives, not take them.
Teen hockey player killed by stray bullet driving home after game
Colin Brown, 16, was hit by a bullet while being driven home in his father's car after playing a hockey game.
Dentist accused of poisoning wife allegedly tried to have detective killed
Police have called James Craig's alleged plot to kill Angela Craig a "heinous, complex and calculated murder."
Doctor suspected of killing 8 patients: "Lust for murder"
"The accused appears to have had no motive for killing the people other than the act of killing itself," prosecutors said.
Chilling details emerge after Montana camper's brutal murder
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
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.
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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Crowds brave rain to enjoy Macy's parade
Ponchos and umbrellas added to the atmosphere at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade as a steady rain-soaked Midtown Manhattan. But for the three million people estimated to have lined the two-and-a-half mile route, the wet weather didn't dampen spirits. Tom Hanson reports.
Retailers prepare for Black Friday shopping surge
Retailers are preparing for Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year, with two-thirds of holiday shoppers expected to make purchases this week. The biggest discounts Friday will likely be on electronics like televisions, appliances and gaming consoles. Nancy Cordes reports.
Russian attack targets Ukraine's energy grid
For the second time in two weeks, Russia on Thursday took aim at Ukraine's energy infrastructure with a nationwide missile and drone strike that left more than a million homes and businesses without power. Ramy Inocencio has details.
Woman sneaks onto Delta flight from NYC to Paris
Authorities are investigating how a woman got through security at John F. Kennedy International Airport and then boarded a Delta Air Lines flight to Paris without a boarding pass. French police took the woman into custody after the plane landed at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Lilia Luciano has details.
Trump, Sheinbaum hold call after tariff threat
President-elect Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum spoke Wednesday following Trump's declaration earlier this week that he planned to institute a 25% tariff on both Mexico and Canada immediately after taking office. Trump and Sheinbaum did not appear to be on the same page regarding the outcome of their conversation. Weijia Jiang has the latest.