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Texas flooded from Imelda
Parts of Texas are coping with deadly flooding from Tropical Depression Imelda. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian joined CBSN AM from Beaumont, Texas to talk about recovery efforts there.
Public health expert on e-cigarette panic
Researchers are working hard to determine the cause of more than 500 reported cases of lung illness affecting e-cigarette users. But even before this outbreak, e-cigarettes divided the medical community. Public Health England describes e-cigarettes as "at least 95% less harmful than tobacco cigarettes" – a claim New York University professor David Abrams agrees with. Abrams tells "CBS This Morning" Tony Dokoupil why he's concerned about what the current panic about e-cigarette safety could mean for public health.
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Trump calls whistleblower story "ridiculous"
The president commented on a whistleblower complaint that CBS News has confirmed involves the president's communication with a foreign leader
2,200 "burned out" nurses walk off the job in Chicago
Nurses strike after contract talks with the hospital broke down this week amid a dispute over staffing levels and pay raises
"Storm Area 51" draws hundreds near secretive U.S. base
Call to "storm" the secretive U.S. military base in the Nevada desert known as Area 51 attracted several dozen revelers to entrance
E-cig panic ruining "biggest public health opportunity" in century, scientist says
To parse the competing claims, "CBS This Morning" dug into the science behind the safety of e-cigarettes
Trump to hear military options on Iran as Saudis show oil site damage
Saudi Arabia and the U.S. continue to make the case that Iran launched the missile and drone attack, but it's still not clear how they'll respond
Global climate change strike is underway
Thousands of people in cities around the world are hitting the streets to demand their governments take action on climate change
Warren's packed NYC rally was significant – not just because of its size
"That was a bid to show America, to show undecided Democrats that Elizabeth Warren can be a stateswoman."
American Airlines said to cancel flight over Muslim passengers
One traveler blames cancellation on racial profiling, saying he was treated with "suspicion" and "disrespect"
Missing 5-year-old from New Jersey was likely lured into van
Dulce Maria Alavez vanished Monday from Bridgeton City Park about 30 miles south of Philadelphia
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CBS investigates lack of transparency in health care prices
"Nothing about the United States' health care system really makes sense," one doctor said
High schooler saves woman and toddler from Imelda flooding
Other Texans used a rope and hammer to rescue a trapped truck driver
Border Patrol agents screening migrant families for "credible fear"
Border Patrol agents — law enforcement officers — are now interviewing would-be asylum seekers who express fear about returning to their home countries
Is this the airport gate where the next president will be chosen?
Hang out at the G gates at Chicago's O'Hare International amid the masses and the candidates on their way to the next campaign stop, and you may just get some insight into the state of the race
Interior Secretary talks about Trump's promise to "drain the swamp"
David Bernhardt, a former lobbyist, says that he is a "big believer in the president's agenda"
John Williams doesn't listen to his own music once the movies are done
The composer of film scores for such blockbusters as "Star Wars," "Superman" and "Schindler's List" tells "Sunday Morning" he finds no comfort re-listening to his work in the final product
China probes FedEx pilot for "smuggling weapons" over air gun pellets
Pilot reportedly ordered to stay in China pending investigation after he was found with air gun pellets, but it comes as FedEx is caught up in trade spat
Fed rushes to plug cash shortage in short-term loan market
Central bank has had to inject $200 billion into the banking system this week alone, though experts say not to worry
Kodi Lee, blind contestant with autism, wins "America's Got Talent"
Lee won $1 million in prize money and he will headline shows in Las Vegas in November
CBS This Morning
CBS This Morning
Public health expert on e-cigarette panic
Researchers are working hard to determine the cause of more than 500 reported cases of lung illness affecting e-cigarette users. But even before this outbreak, e-cigarettes divided the medical community. Public Health England describes e-cigarettes as "at least 95% less harmful than tobacco cigarettes" – a claim New York University professor David Abrams agrees with. Abrams tells "CBS This Morning" Tony Dokoupil why he's concerned about what the current panic about e-cigarette safety could mean for public health.
Historic flooding devastates Houston area
Storm-ravaged southeast Texas is reeling from days of relentless rain and dramatic flooding not seen since Hurricane Harvey. Remnants of Tropical Storm Imelda caused widespread devastation in the region. At least two deaths are blamed on the storm. Crews performed more than a thousand water rescues, and the effort continues. A disaster has been declared in 13 counties. Janet Shamlian reports.
Whistleblower claim reportedly about Ukraine
There's new information about a whistleblower claim that started a confrontation between the Director of National Intelligence and the House Intelligence Committee. Nancy Cordes reports.
Officials: Missing girl likely lured into van
A frantic search is underway for a 5-year-old girl from New Jersey who disappeared while she was just feet away from her mother. Dulce Maria Alavez vanished Monday from Bridgeton City Park, about 30 miles south of Philadelphia. Authorities believe a man lured the little girl into a van and drove off. Anna Werner reports.
Imelda is worse than Harvey, TX residents say
The powerful storm that's slamming Texas is now blamed for at least two deaths. Houston was inundated with more than nine inches of rain Thursday – that breaks the single-day record set in 1979 by more than two inches. Many communities devastated by Hurricane Harvey’s floodwaters just two years ago find themselves underwater again. Houston fire officials say they responded to nearly 2,000 emergency incidents. Mireya Villarreal reports.
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Wall Street sees profits in a heating planet
From higher demand for air conditioning to mass malaria treatments, corporations are finding money in climate disruption
Greenland's disappearing ice sheet: "One degree is everything"
Scientists are collecting data to understand what is happening so that they can then tackle the question: Why?
Teens pledge not to have kids until action taken on climate
"It's a really adult decision that I'm having to make because my leaders are acting like children," said the creator of the pledge
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
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Bill de Blasio ends 2020 presidential bid
NYC mayor had been struggling in polling over the course of the race thus far
Warren's packed NYC rally was significant – not just because of its size
"That was a bid to show America, to show undecided Democrats that Elizabeth Warren can be a stateswoman."
Is this the airport gate where the next president will be chosen?
Hang out at the G gates at Chicago's O'Hare International amid the masses and the candidates on their way to the next campaign stop, and you may just get some insight into the state of the race
Iowa Democrats propose satellite caucusing to expand access
Satellite caucusing would allow Iowans who can't attend in-person caucuses on February 3 to participate during extended hours at a location other than their precinct location
Bernie Sanders has 1 million donors
Sanders reached the milestone seven months after he announced his candidacy in February, faster than any candidate ever
Harris bets big on Iowa, says she'll be a top-three candidate there
While Iowa has a history of narrowing the Democratic field, finishing outside of the top two has often not been kind to candidates
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Sanders gets to 1 million donors
"With 1 million contributors, this is the only Democratic campaign that has more supporters than Donald Trump," said campaign manager Faiz Shakir
Pete Buttigieg's answer to "Medicare for All" includes a public option
Buttigieg likes to say that his health care plan is "Medicare for All Who Want It," that is, it would allow patients to purchase private insurance if they prefer
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
60 Minutes
60 Minutes
Chanel Miller on Brock Turner's sentence
Brock Turner was sentenced to just six months in jail for sexually assaulting Chanel Miller. He walked free after 90 days. Miller says the sentence left her "in shock." See the full "60 Minutes" interview with Miller, Sunday
Living with frontotemporal dementia
Bill Whitaker reports on FTD, a devastating illness and the most common form of dementia for Americans under the age of 60.
Fentanyl for sale online
Fentanyl is 50 times more potent than heroin and is now available on the internet and can be delivered through the mail. Scott Pelley reports.
Mark Bradford: The "60 Minutes" interview
Anderson Cooper profiles the artist who tackles complex social and political issues through abstract works.
Lesley Stahl interviews retiring Steve Kroft
After hundreds of interviews, the veteran correspondent sits down to answer questions from longtime colleague Lesley Stahl.
The Uplift: Stories That Inspire
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Brothers with their own candle company give back
Collin, Ryan and Austin Gill decided to start a candle company in order to make some pocket money. But they've decided to give back
Man volunteers at nursing home in his wife's honor
He's often mistaken for a resident at the nursing home, but he's there to work – his job is to brighten people's days
Plumber praised for fixing elderly woman's boiler for free
His invoice said "no charge for this lady under any circumstances"
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
CBSN Originals
CBSN Originals
Drinking culture & 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.
World
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FIFA boss pushes Iran on stadium ban after female soccer fan's death
"Our position is clear and firm. Women have to be allowed into football stadiums in Iran," the FIFA president said
Trump to hear military options on Iran as Saudis show oil site damage
Saudi Arabia and the U.S. continue to make the case that Iran launched the missile and drone attack, but it's still not clear how they'll respond
Pelosi irks China as battle rages to control narrative on Hong Kong
While media in Hong Kong reported the U.S. House Speaker promising to work for rights in the city, Chinese news outlets spoke of "interference"
China probes FedEx pilot for "smuggling weapons" over air gun pellets
Pilot reportedly ordered to stay in China pending investigation after he was found with air gun pellets, but it comes as FedEx is caught up in trade spat
Global climate change strike - Live updates
Thousands of people in cities around the world are hitting the streets to demand their governments take action on climate change
U.S.
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Ukrainian president to meet with Trump amid whistleblower probe
A conversation between Trump and the Ukrainian president is part of a whistleblower complaint that has caused a standoff between Congress and the intelligence community
Amy O'Rourke's has mixed feelings about her husband's cursing
"There were some really wonderful people that [said], 'could you please get him to stop swearing so much?'"
E-cig panic ruining "biggest public health opportunity" in century, scientist says
To parse the competing claims, "CBS This Morning" dug into the science behind the safety of e-cigarettes
Trump holds press conference with Australian prime minister — live stream
President Trump and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison are fielding questions from the White House East Room
Warren's packed NYC rally was significant – not just because of its size
"That was a bid to show America, to show undecided Democrats that Elizabeth Warren can be a stateswoman."
Politics
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Ukrainian president to meet with Trump amid whistleblower probe
A conversation between Trump and the Ukrainian president is part of a whistleblower complaint that has caused a standoff between Congress and the intelligence community
Amy O'Rourke's has mixed feelings about her husband's cursing
"There were some really wonderful people that [said], 'could you please get him to stop swearing so much?'"
Trump holds press conference with Australian prime minister — live stream
President Trump and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison are fielding questions from the White House East Room
Warren's packed NYC rally was significant – not just because of its size
"That was a bid to show America, to show undecided Democrats that Elizabeth Warren can be a stateswoman."
Trump calls whistleblower story "ridiculous"
The president commented on a whistleblower complaint that CBS News has confirmed involves the president's communication with a foreign leader
Entertainment
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Preview: Renée Zellweger on portraying Judy Garland, and the price of fame
The Academy Award-winner says of celebrity, "It enters the room before you do," altering the perception of her among anyone she meets
Preview: John Williams doesn't listen to his own music once the movies are done
The composer of film scores for such blockbusters as "Star Wars," "Superman" and "Schindler's List" tells "Sunday Morning" he finds no comfort re-listening to his work in the final product
Julian Fellowes on the "Downton Abbey" movie: "A logistical nightmare"
In this preview of a "CBS Sunday Morning" interview to be broadcast September 22, the creator of the internationally-popular TV series "Downton Abbey," Julian Fellowes, talks with correspondent Elizabeth Palmer about bringing the cast back together for a new theatrical feature.
John Williams on his film music: Like children he wishes he could improve
In this preview of an interview for "CBS Sunday Morning" to be broadcast September 22, correspondent Tracy Smith asks the legendary film composer John Williams ("Jaws," "Star Wars," "Superman," "Schindler's List") about his body of work.
"My Life of Crime": New true crime podcast
"48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has spent decades reporting on crime stories. In her new podcast, "My Life of Crime," she explores everything from the 19th century murder trial of Lizzie Borden, to what it is like inside a maximum security women’s prison.
Technology
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Zuckerberg visits Trump at the White House
The Facebook CEO's trip to Washington D.C. comes as Congress has been debating a privacy law
Amazon promises to use only renewable energy in 10 years
Company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
TikTok may be censoring Hong Kong protests, report says
A search for Hong Kong demonstrations on Facebook or Twitter yields thousands of results — not so on Chinese-owned app
Instagram plans to restrict posts promoting weight loss products
Influencers promoting diet teas, supplements and certain cosmetic surgeries may have their posts hidden or removed completely
200,000 people applied for jobs at Amazon in a single week
While New Yorkers repelled the ecommerce giant's expansion plans, job applications are flying in from other places
Science
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Global climate change strike - Live updates
Thousands of people in cities around the world are hitting the streets to demand their governments take action on climate change
Radar picks up huge swarm of dragonflies in parts of southeast U.S.
The National Weather Service radar showed the large blob extending from Virginia to North Carolina
Amazon promises to use only renewable energy in 10 years
Company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
Which businesses are closing for Friday's climate strike?
Lush, Patagonia and Ben & Jerry's are closing locations, while others are shutting offices or offering paid time off
North America has lost nearly 3 billion birds since 1970
The shocking loss could be a sign of an ecological crisis, scientists said Thursday
Health
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Another vaping-related death reported; illnesses top 500 nationwide
The Food and Drug Administration revealed that its criminal investigations unit started tracking leads early on
Chemicals in tap water could cause 100,000 cancer cases in U.S.
Consumers should invest in water filters, a research group said, citing 22 contaminants found in U.S. water systems
Children separated from families could suffer long-term health issues
"As they become adults, we see continued anxiety, continued depression, real PTSD"
Cancer concerns halt distribution of heartburn drug Zantac
Drug giant conducting its own investigation into traces of a potentially cancer-causing ingredient in heartburn med
Scientific breakthrough may eventually help blind to see
A handful of volunteers are already seeing the promise of a new device, about 18 months into a five-year clinical study
MoneyWatch
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American Airlines said to cancel flight over Muslim passengers
One traveler blames cancellation on racial profiling, saying he was treated with "suspicion" and "disrespect"
Fed rushes to plug cash shortage in short-term loan market
Central bank has had to inject $200 billion into the banking system this week alone, though experts say not to worry
China probes FedEx pilot for "smuggling weapons" over air gun pellets
Pilot reportedly ordered to stay in China pending investigation after he was found with air gun pellets, but it comes as FedEx is caught up in trade spat
Zuckerberg visits Trump at the White House
The Facebook CEO's trip to Washington D.C. comes as Congress has been debating a privacy law
Nike drops Antonio Brown after rape allegations
"Antonio Brown is not a Nike athlete," a spokesperson from the company told CBS Boston
Crime
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Crime
"My Life of Crime": New true crime podcast
"48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has spent decades reporting on crime stories. In her new podcast, "My Life of Crime," she explores everything from the 19th century murder trial of Lizzie Borden, to what it is like inside a maximum security women’s prison.
N.J. man scouted potential terror targets in 3 cities, feds say
Prosecutors allege Alexei Saab, aiding Hezbollah, took photos or video of landmarks in New York, Boston and Washington including Statue of Liberty, Fenway Park and White House
Man pleads guilty to deadly shooting at North Carolina university
The 22-year-old killed two students and injured four others in the school shooting at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in April
Pennsylvania state senator resigns after child porn arrest
Pennsylvania's governor called the charges "disgusting and beyond comprehension"
Black candidate reportedly targeted by racist threats
A Florida man has been arrested for allegedly threatening harm against a Charlottesville city council candidate because of his race
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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Scenes from Riot Fest music festival
The 15th annual edition of the Chicago music festival, heavily geared toward punk rock, featured three days of performances by 91 bands and solo acts
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.
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Meet Dona, an entrepreneur & "Ninja Cat"
Dona Sarkar is a Microsoft engineer. But she's also much more. Author? Designer? TedX speaker? Yes, yes and yes.
Trump slams whistleblower story as "partisan"
President Trump slammed reports about a whistleblower complaint against him regarding discussions he had with Ukraine's leadership. He told reporters it "didn't matter" what he discussed in the private call.
Former FBI agent weighs in on whistleblower
A mysterious whistleblower complaint about President Trump apparently involves Ukraine. CBS News confirms an official from the intelligence community was so alarmed by the president's recent conversations with Ukraine's newly elected leader, they filed a formal report with the inspector general. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports from Capitol Hill. Former FBI agent and special assistant to James Comey, Josh Campbell, joins CBSN on set to discuss the fallout as well as his new book, "Crossfire Hurricane: Donald Trump's War on the FBI."
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.
Julian Fellowes on the "Downton Abbey" movie: "A logistical nightmare"
In this preview of a "CBS Sunday Morning" interview to be broadcast September 22, the creator of the internationally-popular TV series "Downton Abbey," Julian Fellowes, talks with correspondent Elizabeth Palmer about bringing the cast back together for a new theatrical feature.
