Documentary features children helped by medical marijuana
"Weed the People" follows the journey of families fighting to gain access to cannabis treatments for their children diagnosed with cancer
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Tilray shares plunge, capping wild week for cannabis star
One noted investor plans to start a fund to bet against marijuana companies, saying many are overvalued
Tilray's smoking-hot stock: A case of reefer madness?
Investors have flocked to the fast-growing cannabis company, but some say its meteoric rise is "beyond comprehension"
Democrats and legal marijuana
The New York Health Dept. released a report Friday supporting the legalization of recreational marijuana. It comes as Gov. Andrew Cuomo appears to be shifting his stance and supporting those efforts. As Politico reports, incumbent Democrats are cautiously supporting marijuana issues on ballots across the nation. James Higdon, a journalist who wrote the story for Politico Magazine, joins CBSN to discuss why.
Utah medical marijuana fight
Utah voters in November will decide whether to legalize medical marijuana. Opponents recently dropped a lawsuit against the ballot measure, clearing the way for the vote. Taylor Anderson, a government reporter for the Salt Lake Tribune discusses the fight on CBSN.
Marijuana or firearms: Federal law says you can't have both
Oklahoma most recent state in the nation to legalize medical marijuana, but the decision comes with strings attached
Oklahoma votes on medical marijuana
Some primary voters in Oklahoma said their ballots were missing a question addressing the potential legalization of medical marijuana in the state. Jennifer Palmer, a reporter with Oklahoma Watch, addresses the state's vote on CBSN's "Red & Blue."
Cannabis-based drug for seizures
The FDA has approved a new anti-seizure drug called Epidiolex for children with certain forms of epilepsy. It's made from a component in marijuana, although it doesn't cause a high. CBS News' John Schiumo reports.
U.S. approves first marijuana-based drug for seizures
The FDA approved the medication, called Epidiolex, to treat two rare forms of epilepsy that begin in childhood
Oregon's growing so much pot, prices are crashing
Legal production boomed so fast, there's now a quarter pound of pot for every resident. "Most of these companies will fail"
Celebrity pot entrepreneurs
From fashion to fragrance, celebrity sells. And with marijuana sales expected to reach $8-10 billion by the end of this year – and projected to double to $20 billion by 2022 – more celebs are investing money and lending their names to get a foothold in this growing market. Ben Tracy talks with Tommy Chong (who helped invent the stoner comedy genre), who's put his name to Chong's Choice marijuana, on sale in six states; and with Melissa Etheridge, whose experience with marijuana to relieve the effects of cancer chemotherapy has inspired her to build a farm for medical marijuana products.
Seeing green: Celebrities selling marijuana
From fashion to fragrance, celebrity names have always promoted products – so why not in the growing market for recreational and medical marijuana?
Many cancer docs OK medical pot despite lack of studies
Most oncologists say they don't know enough about medical marijuana to provide an informed opinion to patients, but many still give it their blessing, a new survey reveals
For this town, change comes with the odor of pot
In Carpinteria, California, the loss of cut-flower farming is being replaced by a new crop that smells much worse
Legalized marijuana push in Utah, Oklahoma shows change in feeling
If the two measures pass, Utah and Oklahoma will join 30 other states that have legalized some form of medical marijuana
Could medical marijuana help curb the opioid crisis?
New research finds opioid prescriptions tend to decline in states that adopt medical marijuana laws or legalize recreational use of pot
New research debunks medical marijuana myths
Two common beliefs about legalizing the medical use of pot do not hold up under scrutiny, researchers say
5 things more complicated than buying a gun in Florida
In Florida, it's easier to buy an AR-15 than it is to obtain cold medicine
Should employers keep testing workers for pot?
As medical and recreational weed gets more green lights, some experts are arguing for an end to the practice
Parents sue for girl, 11, to use medical marijuana at school
An attorney representing an 11-year-old girl says she needs a cannabis patch and drops to combat seizures
Medical pot at school?
An attorney representing an 11-year-old girl in Illinois says she needs a cannabis patch and drops to combat seizures following years of chemotherapy for leukemia. CBS Chicago's Dana Kozlov reports.
Measuring Colorado's "great experiment" with marijuana
Five years after the state voted to allow recreational use of the drug, more states have legalized marijuana. What does Colorado's experience teach us?
What's next for pot industry?
The national movement to legalize marijuana took a big step forward this week – and a big step back. California became the largest state in the nation to permit recreational pot use, but on Thursday Attorney General Jeff Sessions rescinded Obama-era guidelines meant to limit federal prosecutions. Atlantic senior editor Derek Thompson joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss why this situation is so confusing and what this means for business owners in the burgeoning marijuana industry.
California pot fans celebrate: "Prohibition is over"
First-day sales were brisk in shops lucky enough to score one of the roughly 100 state licenses issued so far
Scientists call for research on medical pot for pets
Some people are turning to marijuana-based treatments to relieve their pets' suffering, but there's little data on whether they work or if they're safe
Georgia court will review decision allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump case
Judge Scott McAfee allowed District Attorney Fani Willis to remain on the case involving former President Donald Trump if Nathan Wade resigned, which he did.
Public school district leaders face questions from Congress on antisemitism policies
Three public school district leaders testified before a congressional panel Tuesday on incidents of antisemitism in their schools.
White House pauses shipment of some weapons to Israel
A senior administration official linked the pause to Israel's operation in Rafah.
Historic ship delivers Olympic flame to France for the Summer Games
The Olympic flame arrived in France aboard a 19th century tall ship to kick off a 7,500-mile journey to the Paris Summer Games.
Tweens are obsessed with skin care. Experts share do's and don'ts
The trend of teens and tweens obsessing over skin care is "at its max," one dermatologist says.
Former U.S. soldier convicted in cold case murder on Army base in Germany
A man was convicted in the 2001 murder of Amanda Gonzales, a U.S. Army soldier who was 19 at the time of her death.
Mom accused of throwing son to his death in crocodile-infested canal
Indian police have arrested the parents of a 6-year-old deaf and nonverbal boy who's body was found in a canal with signs of a crocodile attack.
At least 100 dead and dozens still missing amid flooding in Brazil
Nearly 400 municipalities have been affected by the worst natural calamity ever to hit the state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil.
Investigators solve 33-year-old homicide cold case in California
After more than three decades, Ventura police have solved the murder of Danielle Clause, who was found dead on a hillside in 1991.
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1 in 24 New York City residents are millionaires, more than any other city
If it feels like everyone in New York City is richer than you, it might be because they probably are.
Steve Albini, rock musician and producer behind Nirvana and Pixies albums, dies at 61
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
How technology helped a nonspeaking autistic woman find her voice
Jordyn Zimmerman is autistic and nonspeaking at 29, but she's still making her voice heard.
Victorinox says it's developing Swiss Army Knives without blades
Victorinox, the maker of the Swiss Army Knife, says it's in the early stage of working on new products without knives.
FTX files plan to fully reimburse customers it defrauded of billions
FTX says that nearly all of its customers will receive the money back they are owed, two years after the cryptocurrency exchange imploded.
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1 in 24 New York City residents are millionaires, more than any other city
If it feels like everyone in New York City is richer than you, it might be because they probably are.
The federal government can do more about home costs than you think
The cost to buy a home is historically high, but Congress and the administration can do much more, experts say.
Victorinox says it's developing Swiss Army Knives without blades
Victorinox, the maker of the Swiss Army Knife, says it's in the early stage of working on new products without knives.
FTX files plan to fully reimburse customers it defrauded of billions
FTX says that nearly all of its customers will receive the money back they are owed, two years after the cryptocurrency exchange imploded.
Panera to stop selling Charged Sips caffeinated drinks at center of lawsuits
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
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The federal government can do more about home costs than you think
The cost to buy a home is historically high, but Congress and the administration can do much more, experts say.
White House pauses shipment of some weapons to Israel
A senior administration official linked the pause to Israel's operation in Rafah.
Georgia court will review decision allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump case
Judge Scott McAfee allowed District Attorney Fani Willis to remain on the case involving former President Donald Trump if Nathan Wade resigned, which he did.
Public school district leaders face questions from Congress on antisemitism school policies
Three public school district leaders testified before a congressional panel Tuesday on incidents of antisemitism in their schools.
Stormy Daniels testifies at Trump trial about alleged sexual encounter
Stormy Daniels was called to the witness stand to testify at former President Donald Trump's trial in New York on Tuesday.
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Tweens are obsessed with skin care. Experts share do's and don'ts
The trend of teens and tweens obsessing over skin care is "at its max," one dermatologist says.
Study raises concern over exposure to flame retardant chemicals in some car seats
According to a new study, "vehicles are likely important sources of human exposure to potentially harmful" flame retardants.
Panera to stop selling Charged Sips caffeinated drinks at center of lawsuits
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Are you protecting yourself from skin cancer with these steps?
A survey from the American Academy of Dermatology finds more than one-third of adults reported getting a sunburn last year — the highest number since 2020.
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Historic ship delivers Olympic flame to France for the Summer Games
The Olympic flame arrived in France aboard a 19th century tall ship to kick off a 7,500-mile journey to the Paris Summer Games.
At least 100 dead and dozens still missing amid flooding in Brazil
Nearly 400 municipalities have been affected by the worst natural calamity ever to hit the state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil.
White House pauses shipment of some weapons to Israel
A senior administration official linked the pause to Israel's operation in Rafah.
Lessons on war and peace from one of Israel's few unsegregated schools
Jerusalem's Hand in Hand school sees Jewish and Arab kids learn together – and they're learning a lot more than just math and science.
Mom accused of throwing son to his death in crocodile-infested canal
Indian police have arrested the parents of a 6-year-old deaf and nonverbal boy who's body was found in a canal with signs of a crocodile attack.
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Steve Albini, rock musician and producer behind Nirvana and Pixies albums, dies at 61
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
Actor Hoa Xuande on his rise in Hollywood
As part of AAPI month, "CBS Mornings" partnered with the organization Gold House to celebrate its A 100 list, which recognizes this year's most impactful Asian-Pacific leaders. One of the honorees is actor Hoa Xuande. You may recognize him for his lead role in the HBO show "The Sympathizer." He stars alongside Sandra Oh and Robert Downey Jr. Jo Ling Kent met the rising star, whose unlikely Hollywood journey shows no signs of stopping.
Carl Lamarre breaks down Drake, Kendrick feud
Billboard's Carl Lamarre joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the heated feud between hip-hop artists Drake and Kendrick Lamar.
Breaking down Kendrick Lamar and Drake feud
As tensions escalate between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, a security guard was critically injured in a shooting outside Drake's Toronto residence. Police are investigating the incident which casts a shadow over the hip-hop community's ongoing disputes.
Minnesota makes ticket transparency law, cracking down on hidden costs and re-sellers
Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday signed a ticket transparency bill aimed at protecting music fans when they buy tickets for shows.
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TikTok sues over U.S. law that could ban app
TikTok filed a lawsuit over U.S. legislation that could ban the social media app. It says a new law demanding it sever ties with the Chinese government is unconstitutional and is a free speech issue. However, supporters of the law say it's essential for national security.
Nintendo hints at release date for its next Switch gaming console
Video gamers eagerly awaiting a successor to Nintendo's hit Switch system finally got a clue on when to expect a new device.
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.
TikTok sues Biden administration to block new law that could lead to U.S. ban
The lawsuit claims that the measure, signed into law by President Biden, is unconstitutional.
Long-awaited Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
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Video shows plasma swirling on sun in "exquisite detail"
In the video, the surface of the sun appears furred with dark yellow material as beams of gold swoop overhead.
NASA simulation mimics flying into black hole's "point of no return"
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
Long-awaited Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Hammerhead flatworm sightings in Canada
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
Ingenuity, NASA's "little 'copter that could" (and did!)
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
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Former U.S. soldier convicted in cold case murder on Army base in Germany
A man was convicted in the 2001 murder of Amanda Gonzales, a U.S. Army soldier who was 19 at the time of her death.
Mom accused of throwing son to his death in crocodile-infested canal
Indian police have arrested the parents of a 6-year-old deaf and nonverbal boy who's body was found in a canal with signs of a crocodile attack.
Cruise ship worker accused of stabbing woman, 2 guards at sea
The worker stabbed a woman and two guards who tried to intervene before being subdued and held in a "shipboard jail," the affidavit says.
Former doctor accused of poisoning wife may have identified as widower on Bumble before her death, warrant says
A former Mayo Clinic resident accused of fatally poisoning his wife last year may have been identifying as a widower before she even died, a new warrant reveals.
Idaho man gets 30 years for trying to spread HIV through sex to male victims
Alexander Louie, 34, told authorities he was not taking his HIV medication so he could purposely infect his partners.
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Video shows plasma swirling on sun in "exquisite detail"
In the video, the surface of the sun appears furred with dark yellow material as beams of gold swoop overhead.
Starliner launch delayed to at least May 17 to replace suspect valve in Atlas 5 rocket
United Launch Alliance decided to replace a suspect valve in the Atlas 5 rocket's upper stage, delaying launch to late next week.
NASA simulation mimics flying into black hole's "point of no return"
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
What to know about Boeing's Starliner launch
Boeing's Starliner space capsule is set for a historic launch Monday night. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood looks at the long-awaited mission into orbit, and what it could mean for the future of space travel.
Long-awaited Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
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Olympic flame arrives in France
The Olympic flame arrived in Marseille, France, Wednesday by ship, 79 days ahead of the opening ceremony for the 2024 Paris Games. CBS News foreign correspondent Elaine Cobbe has more.
Jewish parents respond to campus protests
As protests over the war in Gaza continue on U.S. college campuses, CBS News 24/7 anchor and correspondent Lindsey Reiser spoke with parents of Jewish students about how schools have been handling the situations.
What led to Drake and Kendrick Lamar's feud?
Drake and Kendrick Lamar are locked in a growing beef that's dominating conversations on social media. Alphonse Pierre, a staff writer at Pitchfork, joined CBS News to discuss how it got started.
Appeals court to review Willis-Trump decision
A Georgia appeals court will review a ruling that allows Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to stay on the state's 2020 election interference case against former President Donald Trump. Trump's team and other defendants wanted Willis removed from the trial, arguing her romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade created a conflict of interest. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Impact of U.S. debt on Generation Z
In a recent op-ed, a former White House economist and a former Labor Department employee warn of the burden U.S. debt will have on Gen Z and blame mistakes by the Treasury Department when interest rates were low. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.