"Violent tornado" pounds Missouri's capital
Extensive damage reported in Jefferson City; several die as suspected twister hits elsewhere in state; in Oklahoma, fears that runaway barges could hit dam
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Federal judge rejects bid to block subpoenas for Trump's bank records
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Calif. lawmakers advance bill that would limit vaccine exemptions
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Harriet Tubman $20 bill won't happen under Trump administration
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Texas facility resumes intake of migrants after flu outbreak
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Social media influencers glamorize tobacco and e-cigarettes
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Eye Opener: More deadly storms pound U.S.
More than a dozen violent tornadoes touch down across Missouri, slamming the state's capital. Also, President Trump storms out of a meeting with Democratic leaders, as impeachment pressure grows. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
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Sixth migrant child dies after crossing U.S. border
CBS News has confirmed the 2018 death of a migrant child. Following Monday's death of a 16-year-old who was in U.S. custody, the total number of children who have died after crossing the U.S. border is now up to six. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca speaks with CBSN about the latest on the conditions at a migrant processing facility in Texas.
The growing influence in Supreme Court nominations
A new investigation from the Washington Post is taking a closer look at the role the non-profit Federalist Society and its executive vice president, Leonard Leo, play in influencing Supreme Court nominations. Lisa Graves, the former chief counsel for nominations for the ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss.
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Mario Batali faces charge for alleged groping
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Trump abruptly cuts off meeting with Dems
President Trump says congressional Democrats should stop investigating his presidency. He abruptly cut off a White House meeting with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer Wednesday. The president says he was upset that Pelosi accused him of cover-ups. Nancy Cordes reports.
Death of 6th migrant child confirmed
CBS News has confirmed the death of a sixth migrant child in U.S. government care. The Health and Human Services Department said Thursday that the 10-year-old girl died eight months ago. Omar Villafranca reports.
Okla. flooding forces residents to evacuate
Devastating flooding swept away homes in parts of Oklahoma. Flood alerts are up across half the state. Mireya Villarreal reports from Webbers Falls, Oklahoma, where the whole town was forced to evacuate.
Jefferson City mayor on "catastrophic" tornado
A violent tornado tore through Jefferson City, Missouri, leaving behind battered homes and businesses Wednesday night. Jefferson City Mayor Carrie Tergin joins “CBS This Morning” over the phone to discuss the damage in Missouri’s capital.
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Clinging to coal: West Virginia's fight over green jobs
For generations, coal has been the backbone of West Virginia, until jobs were wiped out by the tens of thousands. While some are counting on promises made to bring coal back, a new generation is embracing the next opportunity: green energy. But in the nationwide race to dominate renewable power production, West Virginia's deeply rooted tensions and interests may leave its workers behind.
Sex. Consent. Education.
Sex education is a hotly debated topic in the United States. How, when, and what should kids learn about sex? Only 24 states require sex ed, but none teach it the same way. Experts fear that this lack of consistency is failing students, especially when it comes to addressing the basics of consent and sexual assault prevention. In this episode of CBSN Originals, we'll go inside the classroom, and speak with the people pushing for more well-rounded sex education.
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Zika: Children of the outbreak
Just over three years ago, an outbreak of the Zika virus caused a crisis in Brazil: a dramatic increase in babies born with microcephaly. These babies are now young children facing a variety of medical problems and an uncertain future. But just as a sudden drop in the number of cases has calmed fears of the virus, health officials are on alert for another outbreak. Elaine Quijano travels to Recife, Brazil, the epicenter of the crisis, to meet a mom determined to provide the best life for her daughter, and the doctors on the frontlines.
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Kamala Harris in renewed focus on maternal mortality rate among blacks
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Cory Booker unveils plan to protect abortion rights if he wins presidency
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Kirsten Gillibrand proposes "Family Bill of Rights"
Gillibrand said her plan "levels the playing field starting at birth" for children and parents
John Hickenlooper releases plan to reduce gun violence
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Elizabeth Warren rolls out federal policy to protect abortion rights
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The growing influence in Supreme Court nominations
A new investigation from the Washington Post is taking a closer look at the role the non-profit Federalist Society and its executive vice president, Leonard Leo, play in influencing Supreme Court nominations. Lisa Graves, the former chief counsel for nominations for the ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss.
5/22/19: Red and Blue
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Nevada may join popular vote compact
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Trump and Congress clash over investigations
A majority of Americans feel they have heard enough about the Mueller report, while over one-third wants to hear more, according to a new CBS News poll out Wednesday. Most say President Trump should cooperate with congressional investigators, but more than half want Democrats to drop the Russia matter and move on to other issues. CBSN's "Red and Blue" dives into the latest numbers.
5/21/19: Red and Blue
House Judiciary subpoenas Hicks, Donaldson; Chicago's new mayor hitting the ground running.
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Commentary: The Great American Brain Drain is coming
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"Violent tornado" pounds Missouri capital
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Natalie Portman denies Moby's claims they dated
The musician says the stars dated in the late '90's, but the actress refuted his claim, saying she remembers him as, "a much older man being creepy with me when I just had graduated high school"
Wreckage discovered of last known ship to bring slaves to America
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Texas Rep. says migrant girl's death was "covered up"
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"The global talent that America does still attract is increasingly looking to succeed elsewhere," writes Vikram J. Singh, a former State Department official
Texas Rep. says migrant girl's death was "covered up"
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Investigation into Northam's racist yearbook photo inconclusive
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Modi campaigned as a strong leader amid heightened tension with nuclear-armed neighbor Pakistan, and it appears to have paid off big-time
50 kids saved, 9 arrests as alleged online pedophilia ring busted
Global police agency Interpol says it is still trying to ID 100 more children seen in images shared by suspects on a "dark web" site
Texas Rep. says migrant girl's death was "covered up"
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Russian warplanes intercepted off Alaska for second day
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Patients in Congo fear violence amid Ebola outbreak
Officials said hospitals are being targeted by armed militia groups
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Mario Batali faces charge for alleged groping
Celebrity chef Mario Batali faces a criminal charge for an alleged groping incident two years ago. Batali is scheduled to be arraigned in Boston Friday on a single count of indecent assault and battery. Anna Werner reports.
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Natalie Portman denies Moby's claims they dated
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Jim and Pam from "The Office" feud over Stanley Cup Final
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Philadelphia district attorney wants new trial for Meek Mill
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A medical diagnosis leads to an innovative fashion design
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Amazon shareholders push retailer to cut back on fossil fuels
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Apple updates MacBook Pro laptops, including new keyboard design
Responding to customer complaints, Apple makes changes to the butterfly switch keyboard in its laptops — including new 2019 MacBook Pro models
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Giant asteroid with its own moon to pass by Earth this weekend
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Amazon shareholders push retailer to cut back on fossil fuels
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Social media influencers glamorize tobacco and e-cigarettes
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Avon calling: Cosmetics brand sold to Brazilian beauty retailer
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Federal judge won't block subpoenas for Trump's bank records
Trump's legal team had sued to block Deutsche Bank and Capital One from complying with subpoenas from two House committees
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Mario Batali faces charge for alleged groping
Celebrity chef Mario Batali faces a criminal charge for an alleged groping incident two years ago. Batali is scheduled to be arraigned in Boston Friday on a single count of indecent assault and battery. Anna Werner reports.
Judge overturns conviction of innocent man who served 33 years
"We believe Keith Bush did not commit this murder," said Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy Sini
Judge releases N.Y. man from parole
A Long Island judge on Wednesday overturned the conviction of a man who spent 33 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit. Keith Bush was 17 and at a house party when police arrested him in the killing of 14-year-old Sherese Watson, who was found strangled and stabbed near the house. Though he ultimately signed a confession, prosecutors believe it was coerced. Over the years, Bush and his lawyers made several attempts to get him exonerated. Bush was released in 2007 but was placed on lifetime parole. CBS New York reported that Bush had to register as a high-risk sex offender, but never felt free. On Wednesday, he was cleared. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
John Walker Lindh to be released from prison
A California native who admitted to providing support to the Taliban is expected to be released from a federal prison. He was with them in Afghanistan on 9/11. Jeff Pegues reports.
Feds charge Michael Avenatti
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While disappointing, SpaceX was taking no chances with launch of its heaviest payload to date
NASA wants to send first woman to the moon
NASA is gearing up to send American astronauts back to the moon by 2024, and it hopes to include a woman for the first time. The Trump administration has asked Congress to approve an additional $1.6 billion for NASA's budget. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joined CBSN to discuss the ambitious plans.
NASA vows to make ambitious plan to return to the moon "a reality"
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Trump backs early moon landing with funding request
Trump administration asks Congress to kick-start NASA moon mission with $1.6 billion in additional 2020 funding
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Mario Batali faces charge for alleged groping
Celebrity chef Mario Batali faces a criminal charge for an alleged groping incident two years ago. Batali is scheduled to be arraigned in Boston Friday on a single count of indecent assault and battery. Anna Werner reports.
Trump abruptly cuts off meeting with Dems
President Trump says congressional Democrats should stop investigating his presidency. He abruptly cut off a White House meeting with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer Wednesday. The president says he was upset that Pelosi accused him of cover-ups. Nancy Cordes reports.
Death of 6th migrant child confirmed
CBS News has confirmed the death of a sixth migrant child in U.S. government care. The Health and Human Services Department said Thursday that the 10-year-old girl died eight months ago. Omar Villafranca reports.
Okla. flooding forces residents to evacuate
Devastating flooding swept away homes in parts of Oklahoma. Flood alerts are up across half the state. Mireya Villarreal reports from Webbers Falls, Oklahoma, where the whole town was forced to evacuate.
Jefferson City mayor on "catastrophic" tornado
A violent tornado tore through Jefferson City, Missouri, leaving behind battered homes and businesses Wednesday night. Jefferson City Mayor Carrie Tergin joins “CBS This Morning” over the phone to discuss the damage in Missouri’s capital.