Sen. Manchin: U.S. "on the verge" of constitutional crisis over Sessions
The West Virginia Democrat says he hopes Congress will take up legislation to protect Special Counsel Robert Mueller's job in light of Jeff Sessions' firing
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Abortion access under fire as some foresee dismantling of Roe v. Wade
Two states voted to add anti-abortion language to their constitutions, in what some say is preparation for a possible overturn of Roe v. Wade
Mafia hit man is reportedly suspect in death of Whitey Bulger
Fotios "Freddy" Geas was known to despise gangsters who ratted each other out; Bulger was a longtime FBI informant
Whitey Bulger's eyes reportedly almost gouged out in deadly attack
Notorious mob boss apparently severely beaten by one or more inmates before his death in prison, sources say
Whitey Bulger died after apparent beating in West Virginia prison, sources say
The notorious Boston mob boss had just been transferred to USP Hazelton in Bruceton Mills
Trump ramps up campaign presence in final weeks before midterm elections
He is slated to speak at another rally in Kentucky on Saturday
West Virginia governor's coal firm ordered to pay settlement
Judge orders coal company owned by Gov. Jim Justice's family to start paying settlement
Some interesting Senate races to watch
From Florida to Arizona to West Virginia, here is an updated look at Senate races to watch this fall
Joe Manchin blasted by both Dems and GOP after Kavanaugh vote
After Manchin broke with his party, the vulnerable Democrat is facing a political firestorm back home
Manchin to vote for Brett Kavanaugh
West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin announced Friday that he will vote to confirm controversial Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Manchin is the only Democrat who voted for Kavanaugh's confirmation. Jake Zuckerman, political reporter for The Charleston Gazette-Mail, joined CBSN for more on Manchin's decision and the West Virginia midterm elections.
West Virginia justice to keep job after impeachment scare, another goes on trial
Beth Walker will remain in office after state senators rejected an impeachment article against her after a two-day trial
"Nobody's ever had a presidency like this," Trump says at West Virginia rally
West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin is considered a critical swing vote in the Senate for the confirmation of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh
West Virginia poverty worse under Trump, not better
State's plight offers broader message about a U.S. economy where workers at bottom aren't reaping rewards of growth
Company linked to 3 gas explosions
Government records reveal at least three serious explosions in Massachusetts, West Virginia and Ohio are all linked to Columbia Gas of Massachusetts. Kenneth Craig reports.
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The rain will not let up on the East Coast for another 24 hours; Throughout North and South Carolina, rescuers responded to Florence by boat and on foot, carrying the most vulnerable to safety.
Joe Manchin once again aims and shoots in a new TV ad
Manchin uses a shotgun to blow a hole in a copy of a lawsuit that his opponent, West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, is backing that challenges the legality of the ACA
Warnings over pollution met with a shrug in coal country
Northern West Virginia coal country would be ground zero for increased deaths and illnesses from Trump's rollback on regulation of emission from coal power plants
West Virginia Supreme Court hears arguments on Blankenship's ballot appeal
Blankenship is appealing a decision denying his third-party candidacy application
Steven Tyler to Trump: Stop playing Aerosmith music at rallies
The rocker sent Mr. Trump a cease-and-desist letter after the president played Aerosmith's "Livin' on the Edge" at a rally
Trump's rally in West Virginia
President Trump went to West Virginia Tuesday to rally for Republican Senate candidate Patrick Morrisey. The rally was just hours after his former campaign chairman, Paul Manafort, was found guilty on eight counts of financial fraud and Mr. Trump's longtime personal attorney and fixer, Michael Cohen, pleaded guilty to eight counts. CBSN political contributor and White House AP reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" from Charleston, West Virginia.
EPA's emissions plan could lead to premature deaths
A report on new emission guidelines acknowledges an expected increase in pollutants that will "adversely affect human health"
West Virginia takes next step in impeachment of justices
The state's House of Delegates approved articles of impeachment last week
RNC breaks another record, builds on fundraising advantage
Top trends for this week in politics also include Democrats courting West Virginians with pre-existing conditions
W.Va. Supreme Court justices impeached
West Virginia's House of Delegates voted to impeach the state's four remaining Supreme Court justices for spending issues, including a suspended justice facing a 23-count federal indictment. Anne-Marie Green has more.
Lawmakers vote to impeach all 4 West Virginia Supreme Court justices
The state House of Delegates voted Monday night to impeach the justices for spending issues, including a suspended justice facing a 23-count federal indictment
Supreme Court maintains block on entirety of Biden's new Title IX rule
The Biden administration announced in April a new rule that expands Title IX's protections to LGBTQ students.
Trump says Medal of Freedom "equivalent" to and "better" than Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the nation's highest military award for bravery in combat, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor.
Mother and her 2 children among 10 killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon
The strike on Wadi al-Kfour in Nabatieh province is among the deadliest in Lebanon since the Hezbollah militant group and Israeli military started trading strikes on Oct. 8.
Harris releases economic plan aiming to lower housing costs, end price gouging
In North Carolina, Harris took note of falling inflation but added, "Still, we know that many Americans don't yet feel that progress in their daily lives."
When and where to see August's rare supermoon blue moon
August's full moon, a rare blue moon and supermoon, will look full starting today. Here's what time it will peak and where you should look.
Willie Brown threatens to sue Trump over helicopter ride story
"I'm going to give him a taste of his own conduct," said the former mayor of San Francisco.
Rules for buying and selling a home are changing. Here's what to know.
The landscape is changing radically for Americans buying and selling property, as well as for real estate agents.
Detroit judge removed from docket after ordering sleepy teen handcuffed
Judge Kenneth King is ordered to attend training "to address the underlying issues that contributed to this incident," according to 36th District Court Chief Judge William McConico.
John Lewis statue replaces more than 100-year-old Confederate monument
The large bronze statue of the late civil rights icon leader and Georgia congressman John Lewis replaced a Confederate monument that stood there for more than 110 years.
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John Lewis statue replaces more than 100-year-old Confederate monument
The large bronze statue of the late civil rights icon leader and Georgia congressman John Lewis replaced a Confederate monument that stood there for more than 110 years.
Suspect identified in 1980 cold case killing of UT nursing student
Deck Brewer was identified as a suspect in connection to Susan Leigh Wolfe's cold case killing in 1980 when she was a nursing student at the University of Texas.
This protocol can save overheating patients. Few states require it.
The National Association of EMS Officials recommends "Cool First, Transport Second" for patients whose body temperature is over 104 degrees.
When and where to see August's rare supermoon blue moon
August's full moon, a rare blue moon and supermoon, will look full starting today. Here's what time it will peak and where you should look.
Willie Brown threatens to sue Trump over helicopter ride story
"I'm going to give him a taste of his own conduct," said the former mayor of San Francisco.
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Judge temporarily blocks launch of new Venu Sports streaming service
A U.S. district judge said in her ruling that FuboTV was likely to be successful in proving that the joint venture would violate antitrust laws.
Trump's finances boosted by crypto and sales of branded Bibles
Former President Donald Trump also disclosed more than $100 million in liabilities for recent legal cases.
Rules for buying and selling a home are changing. Here's what to know.
The landscape is changing radically for Americans buying and selling property, as well as for real estate agents.
Here's how to freeze your credit after Social Security number breach
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
Feds warn against some baby loungers, cradle swings amid 6 deaths
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
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Willie Brown threatens to sue Trump over helicopter ride story
"I'm going to give him a taste of his own conduct," said the former mayor of San Francisco.
Supreme Court maintains block on entirety of Biden's new Title IX rule
The Biden administration announced in April a new rule that expands Title IX's protections to LGBTQ students.
Trump says Medal of Freedom "equivalent" to and "better" than Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the nation's highest military award for bravery in combat, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor.
Trump's finances boosted by crypto and sales of branded Bibles
Former President Donald Trump also disclosed more than $100 million in liabilities for recent legal cases.
Democrats and Republicans target New York in battle for control of House
"There's no doubt that control of the House runs through New York and runs specifically through the Hudson Valley," said New York Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan.
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This protocol can save overheating patients. Few states require it.
The National Association of EMS Officials recommends "Cool First, Transport Second" for patients whose body temperature is over 104 degrees.
Few states use protocol for heat illness
When you call 911, you expect the ambulance to rush you to the hospital - but doing that could actually jeopardize a patient experiencing extreme heat illness. National recommendations call for cooling patients before transporting them, but most states do not require that lifesaving protocol.
Alternatives to the traditional pap smear are on the way. Here's what to know.
Alternatives to the often dreaded pap smear may be on the way for cervical cancer screenings. Here's what to know.
Governor announces plan to save 5 Steward hospitals in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced a plan to save five Steward hospitals from closure.
Philadelphia singer, cancer survivor launches flexible bra line
Philadelphia singer Jessy Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant.
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Fire breaks out at home of priceless works by Van Gogh, Monet
Somerset House said staff and the public were safe and artworks were not in the area of the fire
Russian missile strike sparks blaze in Ukraine
A Russian missile strike caused a blaze in Ukraine on Saturday as forces in Ukraine pushed into Russia's Kursk border region, injuring two people.
Brawl breaks out in Turkish parliament amid debate over jailed colleague
The extraordinary session of the Turkish Grand National Assembly was called to debate the case of Can Atalay, who was elected from prison.
Mother and her 2 children among 10 killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon
The strike on Wadi al-Kfour in Nabatieh province is among the deadliest in Lebanon since the Hezbollah militant group and Israeli military started trading strikes on Oct. 8.
Giant panda, 19, gives birth, becomes oldest first-time panda mom
A 19-year-old giant panda named Ying Ying has given birth to twins, becoming the oldest known first-time panda mom.
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Travis performs "Gaslight"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Gaslight."
Travis performs "Home"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Home."
Travis performs "Raze the Bar"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Raze the Bar."
TikToker explains viral "demure" trend
Jools Lebron is taking TikTok by storm with her "demure" videos, transforming a simple word into a powerful statement on confidence and mindfulness. We looked into the trend.
Exploring the "demure" Tiktok trend
Jools Lebron's viral TikTok videos have given new meaning to the word "demure." We break down what it means.
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Here's how to freeze your credit after Social Security number breach
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
How to spot AI, disinformation in 2024 race
Artificial intelligence and misinformation remain a threat this election year. So how can you spot what's real and what's not? Darren Linvill, co-director of the Media Forensics Hub at Clemson University, joins CBS News with tips.
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.
Google: Iran cyberattack targetting U.S. politics
Iran has launched a sweeping, months-long cyberattack targeting both the Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns, according to a new report by Google. Nicole Sganga has details.
Tablet use linked to angry outbursts among todders, study finds
Staring at an iPad screen too much may keep little kids from learning to control their emotions, a new study finds.
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The rising energy demands of data centers
There are hundreds of data centers across the U.S., most of which are run by big tech firms, and their seemingly endless rows of servers are consuming huge amounts of electricity. Ben Tracy takes a look at how one of those companies, Google, is turning to renewable energy sources to power them.
Where Hurricane Ernesto is headed next
Hurricane Ernesto is gaining strength in the Caribbean after drenching Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Now the storm is moving north into the Atlantic, where it's expected to continue strengthening as it heads toward Bermuda. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn have more.
Watch the Park Fire grow to be one of California's largest ever
On July 24, a burning car was pushed over an embankment in Chico, California. Within three days, it became one of the 10 largest wildfires in state history. Within nine days, it was among the top four. Still burning at over 429,000 acres, firefighters continue to tackle the historic blaze. Using data from Cal Fire, CBS News put together an animation to show just how quickly and far the flames have spread.
How much will an EV really cost me? Here's what to know.
There are plenty of considerations for those interested in making the investment, according to industry experts.
Joro spiders seem to know how to stay chill in big cities, study finds
Joro spiders have hearts that are able to withstand the loud and bustling noises of big cities, according to a study published on Monday.
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Suspect identified in 1980 cold case killing of UT nursing student
Deck Brewer was identified as a suspect in connection to Susan Leigh Wolfe's cold case killing in 1980 when she was a nursing student at the University of Texas.
Woman who shot, killed neighbor convicted
A Florida jury has found a woman guilty of manslaughter in a case that drew national protest and put a new spotlight on the state's "Stand Your Ground" law. Susan Lorincz, who is White, now faces up to 30 years in prison for shooting and killing neighbor Ajike Owens, who is Black, through a closed door.
White woman guilty of killing neighbor
Susan Lorincz, a White woman accused of killing her neighbor Ajike "A.J." Owens, a Black woman, during a dispute in Ocala, Florida, has been found guilty of manslaughter.
Jury convicts White Florida woman in shooting death of her Black neighbor
Susan Lorincz, 60, faces up to 30 years in prison at sentencing for the shooting death of her neighbor, Ajike "A.J." Owens.
Woman arrested for targeting Elvis' family in fraud scheme, feds say
Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, faces federal charges of mail fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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When and where to see August's rare supermoon blue moon
August's full moon, a rare blue moon and supermoon, will look full starting today. Here's what time it will peak and where you should look.
Perseid meteor shower seen raining over Stonehenge in stunning photo
CBS News spoke with the astrophotographer behind the viral photo about his mission to drive people to look at the night sky before it changes "within the period of our lifetime."
NASA says Starliner landing decision possible next week
Seventy-one days after launch, NASA finally nears a decision on whether Boeing's Starliner will return to Earth with, or without, a crew.
NASA on Boeing Starlink crew in space
NASA held a press briefing Wednesday and announced a decision will be coming on how the Boeing Starlink capsule crew stuck at the International Space Station will proceed with their mission in space. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser has more.
SpaceX to launch private Crew Dragon flight around Earth's poles
The historic, privately financed space flight will carry humans above Earth's ice caps for the first time.
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Summer music 2024: Lollapalooza
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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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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Donald Sutherland
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."
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The Uplift: Pandas and puppy love
Giant pandas from China make their return to the U.S. – and we have a first look at the bears at the San Diego Zoo. Two high school sweethearts who haven't seen each other in decades reconnect and fall in love all over again. Plus, a former NFL player quits playing football to start a new career helping people.
Eye Opener: Hurricane Ernesto pounds Bermuda
Hurricane Ernesto pounds Bermuda, and its effects are being felt up the East Coast. Meanwhile, a woman was arrested for her role in a scheme to steal Graceland and defraud Elvis Presley’s family. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Travis performs "Gaslight"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Gaslight."
Travis performs "Home"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Home."
Travis performs "Raze the Bar"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Raze the Bar."