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Eye Opener: Texas braces for major floods
Flash flood watches are in effect as tropical depression Imelda pushes inward. Also, there’s growing fallout after the attack on Saudi Arabia’s oil industry. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
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Inside look at Trump's time with James Comey
Josh Campbell served as special assistant to former FBI Director James Comey, and was with Comey the day President Trump fired him. The former special agent details his experiences in a new book, which provides a behind-the-scenes look at the beginnings of the FBI investigation into Russian election meddling. It's called, "Crossfire Hurricane: Inside Donald Trump's War on the FBI." Campbell joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his new book.
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Trump names Robert O'Brien national security adviser
O'Brien is currently the country's hostage negotiator for the State Department
Trump mulls response as Saudis expected to blame attack on Iran
President must decide whether to strike Iran militarily, as Tehran warns its retaliation would not be "limited" to any one nation
Abortion rate drops to lowest level since Roe v. Wade
Experts say the drop is because of a declining pregnancy rate and laws targeting the operations of abortion providers.
Prominent Democratic donor charged with running deadly drug den
L.A. authorities say Ed Buck ran it out of his West Hollywood apartment, where two men fatally overdosed, and preyed mainly on homeless men to engage in sexual fantasies
Anti-gun group releases chilling back-to-school ad
"Survive the school year with these must-have back to school essentials," Sandy Hook Promise writes in a release promoting the video
Imelda brings heavy rainfall, fears of flooding to Texas
Forecasters say the flood-prone city and Galveston could get up to foot-and-half of rain in some spots from the tropical depression, which was once a tropical storm
Trump announces increased sanctions on Iran
Trump's announcement comes after Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Iran for an attack on Saudi oil fields
Michigan sounds alarm on mosquito-borne virus after 3 deaths
Death typically occurs two to 10 days after onset of symptoms but can occur much later, according to the CDC
3 teens killed in potential "stand your ground" case
Investigators say the three boys were wearing masks and fired first during an attempted robbery Monday morning. No charges have been filed at this time
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An exclusive look inside the restored Washington Monument
It was closed for about ten years because of earthquake damage, but this week the Washington Monument will reopen to the public. Only on "CBS This Morning," our cameras were allowed up for a special first look
Ties to Trump and U.S. loom large in tight Israeli election battle
With nearly all of the votes counted, Benjamin Netanyahu and his main challenger appear tied
Clashes break out as Trump attends L.A. fundraiser
CBSLA reports that demonstrators and Trump supporters fought in front of the upscale Beverly Hills Hotel after an American flag was lit ablaze
Acting spy chief blows past Schiff's deadline for materials
Intel chief Joseph Maguire informed House Intelligence Chair Adam Schiff that he won't turn over the whistleblower complaint and is defying Schiff's demand that he appear before the committee Thursday
Carter says he couldn't have managed presidency at 80
"I hope there's an age limit," Carter said with a laugh as he answered audience questions during his annual report at the Carter Center
CFOs think U.S. will tumble into recession within a year
Growing economic uncertainty has many of the nation's chief financial officers worried. poll shows
Sheriff's hounds find toddler with autism in 30 minutes
"That's the most terrifying words a mother can get over the phone," mother Audra Hughes said. "'Your child is missing, get home now'"
Backlash vs. fashion brand over school shooting hoodies
"Under what scenario could somebody think this was a good idea?" wrote Fred Guttenberg, whose daughter Jaime was killed in the Stoneman Douglas massacre
Sheriff indicted over alleged plot to kill deputy
Deputy planned to release recording of Granville County Sheriff Brindell Wilkins' offensive comments, the indictment says
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Potential "stand your ground" case in Georgia
The deadly shooting of three Georgia teenagers is being investigated as a potential "stand your ground" case. Investigators say the three boys were wearing masks and fired first during an attempted robbery Monday morning. Jericka Duncan reports.
Breakthrough helping some blind people see
A new scientific breakthrough called the "Orion" may eventually allow many blind people to see. Using a camera attached to a pair of sunglasses, Orion captures images a person would see and sends it through a handheld device to an implant that’s been surgically inserted into the visual part of the brain. The implant then turns those images into dots of light that the patient can see. Jonathan Vigliotti reports on one patient who tested the technology.
What happens when SpaceX moves in next door
A hover test by a Starhopper rocket at SpaceX's launch site is the latest move by founder Elon Musk to eventually take humans to Mars. The launch site is next to a tiny neighborhood east of Brownsville, Texas, called Boca Chica, where the rocket company has transformed life. Neighbors differ on whether the company’s presence is a good thing. Mark Strassman reports.
Trump ties loom large in tight Israeli vote
Israel is headed for new political instability, as the nation's parliamentary elections ended in an apparent tie between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's party and that of his main challenger. The results are similar to the previous vote just five months ago. Netanyahu is battling for more than his political survival: He's facing possible indictment on corruption charges, and wants a parliament that will approve legislation granting him immunity from prosecution. Seth Doane reports.
Elizabeth McGovern on "Downton Abbey" film
The highly-anticipated “Downton Abbey” movie, based on the Emmy-winning hit series about the aristocratic Crawley family and their servants, is being called “delightful fun.” The film is set in 1927, and centers around the family and staff preparing for a royal visit from the King and Queen of England. Oscar-nominated actress Elizabeth McGovern appears in the film as Cora Crawley, an American heiress who married the Earl of Grantham, Robert Crawley. McGovern joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the film.
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U.N. Secretary General to CBS News: Climate change poses a "global risk"
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for a special climate summit
Storm-resistant parks are helping cities defend against flooding
Flower beds disguise a ditch and filtration system that captures water and slowly releases it back into the river
Scientists brave the Arctic to study climate change
The scientists are hoping the expedition will raise our understanding of climate change to a new level
Studying Earth's climate by living under the sea
Scientists at an underwater observatory off the Florida Keys are examining the effects of climate change on sea grass beds and the health of ecosystems
Climate change will be an issue for most voters in 2020 — CBS News poll
But compared to other issues, Democrats rate the climate change issue more importantly than Republicans do
Teen climate activist on how Asperger's helps her cause
At 16, climate activist Greta Thunberg has been called the greatest threat to the world's fossil fuel industry
Is climate change making hurricanes more powerful?
"Almost all the research shows that in the future, hurricanes are likely to get more intense," meteorologist Jeff Berardelli says
Studying the mating habits of sharks
Sharks play a critical role in maintaining the underwater ecosystem as the top predator in the world's oceans. But there is still a lot we do not know about them. Every year, like clockwork, nurse sharks gather at the Dry Tortugas, west of Key West, Florida, to mate, while scientists gather to catch them and study this little-known behavior. Mark Phillips reports.
Scientists say Joshua Tree is at risk of extinction
The Joshua Tree has been called the symbol of the American desert. But after thriving there for thousands of years, scientists now say time may be running out for a national treasure. In our series Eye on Earth, Jamie Yuccas has more on the endangered Joshua Tree.
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2020 Daily Trail Markers: Gabbard says Trump wants war with Iran
"As a soldier, I can tell you this is despicable and a disgrace," Gabbard told a crowd of about 25 people in Indianola, Iowa
Presidential candidates look to court rural voters in South Carolina
The small, unincorporated, rural community of Galivants Ferry felt like a bustling town center when four presidential candidates came here Monday
Buttigieg releases disaster relief plan after volunteering in South Carolina
Conway suffered extensive flooding after Hurricane Florence last year
At rally, Elizabeth Warren slams Trump as "corruption in the flesh"
Tells thousands in cheering New York City crowd seen as sign of campaign's growing strength that corruption "is breaking or democracy" and details her plans to combat it
Warren uses Trump family to illustrate need for anti-corruption plan
In a revamped version of her Senate anti-corruption plan published on Medium, Warren called Mr. Trump "a walking conflict of interest"
Biden says white people can "never fully understand" racism
The former vice president delivered an emotional appeal at the 16th St Baptist Church bombing commemoration
Climate change will be an issue for most voters in 2020 — CBS News poll
But compared to other issues, Democrats rate the climate change issue more importantly than Republicans do
2020 Democrats say they're "proud" to stand with UAW
Many of the top-tier presidential candidates voiced their support of those picketing outside GM factories nationwide.
Ailing veteran tells Bernie Sanders: "I'm gonna kill myself"
Navy veteran struggling to pay off his medical bills said he was contemplating suicide while speaking at a Bernie Sanders town hall
Red & Blue
Red & Blue
9/17/19: Red and Blue
U.S. locates Iranian site for alleged Saudi raid; States cracking down on flavored vaping products.
New York bans flavored vaping products
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo outlawed the sale of all flavored electronic cigarette products besides tobacco and menthol in his state Tuesday, following the lead of Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Beth LeBlanc, a reporter for the Detroit News, spoke to CBSN's "Red and Blue" about Michigan's crackdown on the products that have become popular with children and teenagers.
Israel election too close to call
Israelis went to the polls on Tuesday for the second time in five months. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed to create a governing coalition in April and elections were held again. The Washington Post's Ishaan Tharoor joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano for what the implications of this election means for Israel and the United States.
Elizabeth Warren makes electability pitch
At a rally Monday night in New York City, Senator Elizabeth Warren told Democratic voters they can't back a candidate they don't believe in because they're scared of President Trump. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns was at the rally, and she joined "Red & Blue" to talk about Warren's populist message and other news on the 2020 campaign trail.
U.S. official: Saudi attack came from Iran
A senior U.S. official tells CBS News national security correspondent David Martin that the U.S. has identified the exact locations from which a combination of more than 20 drones and cruise missiles were launched against Saudi Arabian oil facilities. Martin spoke to CBSN's Elaine Quijano on "Red and Blue," along with CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy and Washington Post White House reporter Anne Gearan.
The Uplift: Stories That Inspire
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American cancer survivor sets English Channel swimming record
Sarah Thomas, 37, survived breast cancer last year before swimming 130 miles — four times across the Channel — to set a record
UGA fans wear pink to honor Arkansas coach's wife
Arkansas State coach Blake Anderson lost his wife last month to breast cancer
Custodian comforts girl with autism
When her daughter was having a bad day, she laid on the floor, wrapped in a blanket — and an angel came by to comfort her
94-year-old finds an unexpected moving buddy
When Sergeant Jeff Turney got a call about an elderly man determined to drive to Florida, he did something no one expected
97-year-old swimmer "Mighty Mo" refuses to slow down
Maurine Kornfeld started her swimming career at age 65, and has earned a spot into the International Swimming Hall of Fame
CBSN Originals
CBSN Originals
Drinking culture and American kids
CBSN Originals explores how, for many young people in America today, drinking to excess is not only considered normal, but cool, and "blacking out" is less a rarity than an every weekend occurrence – with grave consequences.
Kid influencers: Few rules, big money
This episode of CBSN Originals looks at the lives of three families whose kids are popular influencers on social media, while exploring some of the dangers implicit in the "kidfluencer" industry.
A climate reckoning in the heartland
A historic flood in March 2019 left much of America's heartland under water. Grain farmers already struggling to bounce back from the Chinese trade war must now grapple with the realities of climate change that threaten to change the future of farming forever. Now, some farmers are implementing practices that could potentially reverse the effects of climate change – and provide a bigger profit. In this CBSN Originals documentary, Adam Yamaguchi travels to Nebraska, where he meets two farmers on different paths, both determined to pass their legacies on to the next generation.
Powerless: The high cost of cheap gas
When the U.S. declared the discovery of natural gas reserves large enough to propel the country to energy independence, property owners in West Virginia could never have imagined how that discovery might affect them. CBSN Originals and ProPublica traveled to West Virginia's "gas patch" to meet landowners Beth Crowder and David Wentz, a once-married couple who found themselves in the crosshairs of Big Gas and joined forces to fight back.
Fake news, real consequences: The woman fighting disinformation
As the 2016 U.S. election illustrated, social media has become a powerful tool for disinformation and propaganda. Today, the Philippines is center stage in that battle as its government leverages platforms like Facebook to combat its critics — particularly the media. And, as President Rodrigo Duterte continues to consolidate power, many wonder if democracy in the U.S. is at risk.
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Trump announces increased sanctions on Iran
Trump's announcement comes after Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Iran for an attack on Saudi oil fields
Ties to Trump and U.S. loom large in tight Israeli election battle
With nearly all of the votes counted, Benjamin Netanyahu and his main challenger appear tied
Trump mulls response as Saudis expected to blame attack on Iran
President must decide whether to strike Iran militarily, as Tehran warns its retaliation would not be "limited" to any one nation
Houston prepares for heavy rain from Imelda
Imelda made landfall near Freeport, Texas, on Tuesday afternoon as a tropical storm, but has since been downgraded
American cancer survivor sets English Channel swimming record
Sarah Thomas, 37, survived breast cancer last year before swimming 130 miles — four times across the Channel — to set a record
U.S.
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FedEx stock tumbles after profit miss on "trade tensions"
The delivery company blamed uncertainty over trade and the loss of business from retail giant Amazon
Anti-gun group releases chilling back-to-school ad
"Survive the school year with these must-have back to school essentials," Sandy Hook Promise writes in a release promoting the video
Trump names Robert O'Brien national security adviser
O'Brien is currently the country's hostage negotiator for the State Department
Microsoft engineer by day, serial entrepreneur by night
Dona Sarkar is a Microsoft engineer. But she's also much more. Author? Designer? TedX speaker? Yes, yes and yes.
An exclusive look inside the restored Washington Monument
It was closed for about ten years because of earthquake damage, but this week the Washington Monument will reopen to the public. Only on "CBS This Morning," our cameras were allowed up for a special first look
Politics
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Anti-gun group releases chilling back-to-school ad
"Survive the school year with these must-have back to school essentials," Sandy Hook Promise writes in a release promoting the video
Trump names Robert O'Brien national security adviser
O'Brien is currently the country's hostage negotiator for the State Department
Trump announces increased sanctions on Iran
Trump's announcement comes after Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Iran for an attack on Saudi oil fields
Clashes break out as Trump attends L.A. fundraiser
CBSLA reports that demonstrators and Trump supporters fought in front of the upscale Beverly Hills Hotel after an American flag was lit ablaze
Carter says he couldn't have managed presidency at 80
"I hope there's an age limit," Carter said with a laugh as he answered audience questions during his annual report at the Carter Center
Entertainment
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Mandy Moore releases first original song in ten years
"It's been a bit of a winding road to get here but so worth it," she tweeted Tuesday
"Saved by the Bell" reboot in the works for new streaming service
Jessie Spano and A.C. Slater are back!
Cokie Roberts, veteran political reporter, has died at age 75
Cokie Roberts was a longtime political reporter and analyst at ABC News and NPR
Alex Trebek back to chemotherapy after "numbers went sky high"
Trebek said he lost 12 pounds in one week and that at times his treatment left him in "excruciating pain" and depressed
Bon Appétit reveals list of the country's 10 best new restaurants
Including a noodle shop in Dallas and a taco restaurant in Portland
Technology
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You might have never heard of America's top-paying company
Want to earn six figures? Your best bet is in high tech, which dominates the list of best-paying companies
Facebook to train AI systems using police videos
Social media company is moving to crack down on extremist material on its platform, including real violence
Despite hot year for IPOs, WeWork's stock sale delayed
The money-losing co-working company is pushing back its IPO amid a frosty reception over its valuation and business model
"Dark web" hackers could target gas pumps
The burgeoning "Internet of Things" connects consumers to the web through everyday devices — where hackers lurk
California's "Uber law" to affect far more than Uber
Proposed law could change the working lives of truckers, house cleaners, janitors and even freelance writers
Science
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New York bans flavored e-cigarettes after 7th death nationwide
Governor Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, had proposed the emergency ban Sunday, citing surging use among young people
Climate change front and center as U.N. gathers for annual summit
An initiative sparked by a young climate activist will steal a lot of limelight, but crises in the Mideast, Asia and even the U.K. will also come to the fore in New York
Pacific Ocean "blob" harming marine life
Rising temperatures are causing coral reefs to crumble and another blob could decimate the shellfish industry
Climate change will be an issue for most voters in 2020 — CBS News poll
But compared to other issues, Democrats rate the climate change issue more importantly than Republicans do
Scientists brave the Arctic to study climate change
The scientists are hoping the expedition will raise our understanding of climate change to a new level
Health
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Michigan sounds alarm on mosquito-borne virus after 3 deaths
Death typically occurs two to 10 days after onset of symptoms but can occur much later, according to the CDC
Abortion rate drops to lowest level since Roe v. Wade
Experts say the drop is because of a declining pregnancy rate and laws targeting the operations of abortion providers.
Purdue Pharma to stay in business as it pursues bankruptcy protection
Lawyers for the pharmaceutical company secured permission to maintain business as usual — paying employees and vendors, supplying pills to distributors and keeping current on taxes and insurance
New York bans flavored e-cigarettes after 7th death nationwide
Governor Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, had proposed the emergency ban Sunday, citing surging use among young people
"Like a sunburn on your lungs": How does the climate crisis impact health?
Children, pregnant people and the elderly are the most at risk from extreme weather and heat – but the impact is already felt across every specialty of medicine
MoneyWatch
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FedEx stock tumbles after profit miss on "trade tensions"
The delivery company blamed uncertainty over trade and the loss of business from retail giant Amazon
Microsoft engineer by day, serial entrepreneur by night
Dona Sarkar is a Microsoft engineer. But she's also much more. Author? Designer? TedX speaker? Yes, yes and yes.
Oil prices drop on hope for recovery of Saudi output
Crude oil prices rose after reports of progress in restoring production that had been knocked out by an attack
CFOs think U.S. will tumble into recession within a year
Growing economic uncertainty has many of the nation's chief financial officers worried. poll shows
You might have never heard of America's top-paying company
Want to earn six figures? Your best bet is in high tech, which dominates the list of best-paying companies
Crime
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Prominent Democratic donor charged with running deadly drug den
L.A. authorities say Ed Buck ran it out of his West Hollywood apartment, where two men fatally overdosed, and preyed mainly on homeless men to engage in sexual fantasies
"Lizzie Borden took an ax ..." but the ending is not what you think
In her new podcast "My Life of Crime," "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reexamines of one of the most famous and sensational murder cases of all time
Sheriff indicted over alleged plot to kill deputy
Deputy planned to release recording of Granville County Sheriff Brindell Wilkins' offensive comments, the indictment says
Woman allegedly threatened to "shoot 400 people for fun"
Sheriff said the woman bought an AK-47 last week from a local gun shop with five extra high capacity magazines and 160 rounds of ammunition
"48 Hours" podcast: "My Life of Crime" with Erin Moriarty
A new true-crime podcast for fans of "48 Hours"
Space
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Brad Pitt asks NASA astronaut: Who was better — me or Clooney?
Pitt plays an astronaut in his newest film, "Ad Astra", which will be released nationwide Friday
Friday the 13th to get full Harvest Moon
Lucky us – the rare occurrence hasn't happened in 19 years
Fire delays rocket launch to the International Space Station
It's not yet known when the HTV-8 cargo ship will be launched to the International Space Station
India fails to land on the moon
India hoped to become the fourth nation to soft-land on the moon with their Chandrayaan-2 space mission. But their space agency, ISRO, lost communication with their lander just before the mission was complete. CBS News Space Consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN to discuss the apparent failure.
Indian spacecraft apparently crashes in moon landing attempt
India seeks to join the U.S., Russia and China as the only countries to successfully land a spacecraft on the moon
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U.S.-Mexico border wall: What it really looks like
You've heard a lot of talk about the wall. Here's what it's really like.
Photographer Robert Frank 1924-2019
A look back at the work of one of the most influential of photographers who created intimate, moody portraits of an America struggling to define itself in a post-war world
Photos: Hurricane Dorian's devastation
"Everything's gone! Everything!" one woman said after Dorian slammed into the Bahamas
The most valuable NFL teams in 2019, ranked
Thanks to some pricey TV deals, a relocation, and brand-new stadiums, the NFL has never been more valuable.
Highest-paid NFL players in 2019, ranked
These are the NFL superstars who earn the most cash this season
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Israel's top two parties face deadlock
Israel's government appears to be heading toward uncertainty after an unprecedented repeat election. Partial results from yesterday's voting show Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party and former military chief Benny Gantz's Blue and White party in a dead heat. CBS News foreign correspondent Seth Doane joined CBSN from Tel Aviv to discuss what's next for the country.
Bikers, woman who helped after crash reunite
A group of Indiana bikers made an unexpected stop at an eight year old’s lemonade stand. The bikers lined up one by one to get a cup of lemonade from Bryanne Sturch. One year ago, her mom, Daryn, pulled over to help, after some of them got in a serious crash. She kept in touch through social media. When Daryn posted about her daughter's lemonade stand, the bikers decided to stop by to say thanks.
Drinking culture and American kids
On America's college campuses, there are epidemics we talk about and those we don't. When sexual assaults or fraternity hazing deaths make headlines, court cases follow and new rules are enacted, but less attention is paid to an underlying issue – binge drinking culture. CBSN Originals explores how drinking to excess is not only considered normal, but cool, and how for many young people "blacking out" is less a rarity than an every weekend occurrence – with grave consequences.
Washington Monument set to reopen Thursday
It was closed for about ten years because of earthquake damage, but this week the Washington Monument will reopen to the public. Only on "CBS This Morning," our cameras were allowed up for a special first look. Jan Crawford reports.
Elizabeth McGovern on "Downton Abbey" film
The highly-anticipated “Downton Abbey” movie, based on the Emmy-winning hit series about the aristocratic Crawley family and their servants, is being called “delightful fun.” The film is set in 1927, and centers around the family and staff preparing for a royal visit from the King and Queen of England. Oscar-nominated actress Elizabeth McGovern appears in the film as Cora Crawley, an American heiress who married the Earl of Grantham, Robert Crawley. McGovern joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the film.
