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Eye Opener: Severe weather turns deadly in central U.S.
Severe storms in the middle of the country are now blamed for two deaths. Also, the biggest processing center for migrants in Texas is shut down to new arrivals after a 16-year-old dies amid signs of a flu outbreak. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
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Abortion rights activists hold 400+ rallies
Two out of three Americans do not want the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade, according to a new CBS News poll. Abortion rights activists held more than 400 rallies across the country Tuesday, protesting efforts to outlaw abortion. Jan Crawford reports.
McDonald's employees claim sexual harassment
McDonald’s faces a new wave of accusations from women who claim they were sexually harassed on the job. Twenty-five additional complaints were announced Tuesday. Protesters and advocates inspired by the Me Too movement are backing their claims. Nikki Battiste reports.
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Russian warplanes intercepted off Alaska for 2nd day in a row
NORAD sent F-22s to ward off Russian bombers and fighter jets that entered the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone twice
Texas facility stops taking in migrants after teen's death
McAllen, Texas facility makes move after being hit with widespread, flu-like illness; Guatemalan teen who just died was diagnosed with flu there
Americans feel good about economy and give Trump credit - CBS News poll
In latest CBS News poll, Americans show confidence in stock market but are skeptical of tariffs
Outcome of investigation into Northam racist photo announced - live updates
The photo in question showed one person in blackface and another in KKK regalia
Woman with 2 dogs in stolen RV leads police on wild chase in L.A.
It was just after rush hour Tuesday evening when authorities in Santa Clarita chased a stolen motor home
Flood warnings issued in 3 states as rivers rise across Southern Plains
"CBS This Morning" reports from Skiatook, Okla., where large portions of the town are underwater
College scam parent caught saying he was "not worried about the moral issue"
Gordon Caplan expressed his remorse outside Boston federal court Tuesday after admitting to a judge that he paid $75,000 to rig his daughter's ACT
Agreement reached to turn over Mueller documents, Adam Schiff says
"I look forward to, and expect, continued compliance by the Department so we can do our vital oversight work," Schiff said on Wendesday
10-year-old college student aims for doctorate degree
Elliott Tanner is a highly accelerated learner who at 10-years-old is enrolled in community college
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Most diverse graduating class in West Point history speaks out
Thirty-four black women will graduate from the prestigious military academy this weekend
Ex-Mossad chief: Cyber attacks pose biggest threat to free world
On "Intelligence Matters" this week, Tamir Pardo told CBS senior national security contributor Michael Morell that cyber attacks are a "soft and silent nuclear weapon"
North Korea calls Joe Biden "an imbecile" over Kim criticism
North Korea has often unleashed crude insults against U.S. and South Korean politicians
"Similarities" in crimes against 3 transgender Dallas women
A murder and an assault on transgender women have "similarities" to the killing of Muhlaysia Booker, police say
Some Democratic voters think impeachment could backfire politically
"I don't think it's going to go over well with middle America at all...I think it would hurt us in the 2020 election"
First TV and film productions leave Georgia over abortion law
Location scouts were in the state for an Amazon show and were promptly pulled out
World getting better in spite of "authoritarian populism," UN told
Harvard psychology professor tells leaders "there is no limit to the betterments we can attain if we continue to apply knowledge," and history shows we will
Kirsten Gillibrand proposes "Family Bill of Rights"
Gillibrand said her plan "levels the playing field starting at birth" for children and parents
Flamingo at zoo euthanized after child hit it with a rock
The rock broke the flamingo's leg and that led to the bird being put down
CBS This Morning
CBS This Morning
DJ Khaled on his time with Nipsey Hussle
DJ Khaled’s new song, "Higher," features John Legend and the late rapper Nipsey Hussle. The music video was filmed just days before Nipsey Hussle was killed. DJ Khaled, a music mogul and mega producer, is known for his epic collaborations. His new album, “Father of Asahd,” features more than 30 artists. DJ Khaled joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he made his 2-year-old son an executive producer on his album.
West Point class most diverse in its history
West Point’s graduating class will make history this weekend. The group includes the largest number of African American women in the prestigious U.S. military academy’s 217 years. West Point says the class of 2019 is its most diverse ever, both by race and by gender. Jericka Duncan reports.
Woman in RV leads Calif. police in wild chase
A woman is in custody after leading police on a wild chase through a California neighborhood in a stolen RV. At one point, the driver slammed into a tree, ripping off the entire side of the RV. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Stranded kids rescued in Canadian wilderness
Dramatic video shows the rescue of two young children, a 6- and 7-year-old, after their father says he was forced to leave them alone in the wilderness for a night. The American family from Georgia fell down a cliff on Burke Mountain in British Columbia Sunday. Mola Lenghi reports.
Allergy season: Minimize pollen exposure
An estimated one in six Americans struggle with seasonal allergies, and more than 22 million people in the U.S. live in areas where pollen levels are high right now. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to offer tips on how to outsmart allergy triggers.
"Meghan and Harry Plus One"
Meghan Markle's close friends open up to CBS News' Gayle King
Meghan Markle's close friends open up to "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King for a rare, intimate look at one of the most famous new families on the planet, and the lives of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they take on a new title: Mom and Dad
5 facts about Meghan Markle from her friends
Will she really make Archie's baby food from scratch? Meghan Markle's friends just revealed some surprisingly down-to-earth details about America's princess.
Meghan Markle doesn't have a stylist
In the CBS News special, "Meghan and Harry Plus One," one of Meghan Markle's close friends reveals that the newly-minted global fashion icon still doesn't have a stylist
Meghan Markle's close friend tears up as he denies rumors she's difficult
"You hear these stories and there's no truth to them," makeup artist Daniel Martin tells "CBS This Morning's" Gayle King
How Prince Charles welcomed Meghan into family
"To just see her going by herself and then to see him intercepting her – was almost like 'we've got you. You're one of us now,'" said Meghan's friend Daniel Martin
CBSN Originals — presented by Pfizer
CBSN Originals — presented by Pfizer
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.
(Un)Welcome: Sweden's rise of the right
Adam Yamaguchi travels to Sweden to examine how a record influx of migrants has coincided with the recently welcoming and politically progressive nation's swift shift to the right.
Border business: Inside immigration
CBSN Originals presents a documentary special about the cottage industry that's built up across Central America to get migrants to the U.S. border.
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.
Race To 2020
Harris in renewed focus on maternal mortality rate among blacks
2020 presidential candidate's legislation comes after CDC study finds that black women are more likely to die of pregnancy-related causes
Booker unveils plan to protect abortion rights if he wins presidency
The plan includes the creation of a White House Office of Reproductive Freedom, which would be designed to advance abortion rights
Kirsten Gillibrand proposes "Family Bill of Rights"
Gillibrand said her plan "levels the playing field starting at birth" for children and parents
Bill de Blasio announces 2020 run, says he knows how to take on "bully" Trump
NYC mayor unveils his 2020 presidential run in a 3-minute long video, making the case that he's the only candidate that has already helped put "working families first"
Elizabeth Warren rolls out federal policy to protect abortion rights
Warren's proposal calls for Congress to "create federal, statutory rights that parallel the constitutional right in Roe v. Wade"
Red & Blue
Red & Blue
5/21/19: Red and Blue
House Judiciary subpoenas Hicks, Donaldson; Chicago's new mayor hitting the ground running.
2020 Dems join #NoMoreBans abortion protests
Abortion rights advocates held rallies across the country Tuesday to protest recent state laws restricting the procedure. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBSNews.com reporter Kate Smith spoke to "Red and Blue" about the new laws and the Democratic presidential candidates taking part in the protests.
Female candidates may face "relatability gap"
There are more women running for president than ever before, and a growing number of white women are voting for Democrats. But author Jay Newton-Small argues there could be a "relatability gap" between the female 2020 hopefuls and non-college educated white women. She joined "Red and Blue" to discuss what candidates can do to overcome this gap.
Rep. Abigail Spanberger on protecting 5G
Democratic Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger of Virginia joins CBSN to talk about her new bill to protect 5G technology from foreign threats. The legislation aims to limit Chinese company Huawei's influence on 5G.
Buttigieg weighs in on Trump during Fox News town hall
South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg was the latest Democrat to appear on a Fox News town hall over the weekend. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss what he had to say, plus the rest of today's campaign 2020 headlines.
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Students build cars for kids with disabilities
The cars are built for families who may not be able to afford adaptive wheelchairs, as part of the Go Baby Go organization
Principal wants to use Oprah's $500K donation for "restorative" programs
The media mogul was inspired after watching a CBS News reports about an after-school initiative providing youth with a safe place to go
College grad dances across stage after billionaire wipes out students' loans
A billionaire's donation to Morehouse College's Class of 2019 will allow graduates to focus on their dreams instead of their debt
Celebrity chef offers to hire recently fired cafeteria worker
Bonnie Kimball after giving free lunch to a student with no money in account
Boy's unusual outburst resonates in classical music community
A 9-year-old's unusual outburst resonated throughout the classical music community
Lewis Hamilton sends race car and trophy to terminally ill boy
Hamilton said the boy was his "spirit angel" — and inspiration for winning his race on Sunday
Female fire battalion chiefs inspire others
When Kishia Clemencia and Queen Anunay joined the fire department in Washington, D.C., only 35 out of more than 1,500 firefighters were women
Homeless teen track star wins scholarship
She was left alone to provide for her siblings and nephew – but she still went to school and ran track
College hurdler goes full "Superman" to win gold medal
Texas A&M University's Infinite Tucker is the new SEC 400-meter hurdle champion
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EVMS announces outcome of investigation into Northam racist photo - live updates
The photo in question showed one person in blackface and another in KKK regalia
Ben Carson confuses real estate term "REO" with "Oreo"
Asked about "REOs" during a House Financial Services hearing, Carson responded, "An Oreo?"
Amazon shareholders push retailer to cut back on fossil fuels
Online retail giant has never disclosed its total carbon footprint -- some investors want to change that
New Coke is back because of Netflix's "Stranger Things"
The formerly failed soft drink will be brought back to the market in conjunction with "Stranger Things" season three
Eli Lilly's half-price insulin goes on sale, but critics say it's still too costly
Eli Lilly's lower-cost version of its Humalog insulin still costs much more than insulin sold outside the U.S.
Politics
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North Korea calls Joe Biden "an imbecile" over Kim criticism
North Korea has often unleashed crude insults against U.S. and South Korean politicians
EVMS announces outcome of investigation into Northam racist photo - live updates
The photo in question showed one person in blackface and another in KKK regalia
Ben Carson confuses real estate term "REO" with "Oreo"
Asked about "REOs" during a House Financial Services hearing, Carson responded, "An Oreo?"
Agreement reached to turn over Mueller documents, Adam Schiff says
"I look forward to, and expect, continued compliance by the Department so we can do our vital oversight work," Schiff said on Wendesday
Court hears oral arguments in Trump fight over bank subpoenas
Trump, his family and his company contend in a Manhattan federal court lawsuit that the subpoenas are unlawful and unenforceable
World
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North Korea calls Joe Biden "an imbecile" over Kim criticism
North Korea has often unleashed crude insults against U.S. and South Korean politicians
Canada tries to avoid an all-out trash "war" with the Philippines
Philippines' battle to get Canada to take back tons of mislabeled garbage highlights increasing reluctance in developing nations to be the world's dumping grounds
Russian warplanes intercepted off Alaska for 2nd day in a row
NORAD sent F-22s to ward off Russian bombers and fighter jets that entered the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone twice
World getting better in spite of "authoritarian populism," UN told
Harvard psychology professor tells leaders "there is no limit to the betterments we can attain if we continue to apply knowledge," and history shows we will
Proposed rule prompting immigrants to avoid gov't benefits
Report finds some immigrants — including U.S. citizens — not participating in government programs due to so-called "public charge" proposal
Entertainment
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New Coke is back because of Netflix's "Stranger Things"
The formerly failed soft drink will be brought back to the market in conjunction with "Stranger Things" season three
Highest-grossing movies of all time, ranked
What's the highest-grossing movie of all time? It might be one of your favorites
DJ Khaled on his time with Nipsey Hussle
DJ Khaled’s new song, "Higher," features John Legend and the late rapper Nipsey Hussle. The music video was filmed just days before Nipsey Hussle was killed. DJ Khaled, a music mogul and mega producer, is known for his epic collaborations. His new album, “Father of Asahd,” features more than 30 artists. DJ Khaled joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he made his 2-year-old son an executive producer on his album.
First TV and film productions leave Georgia over abortion law
Location scouts were in the state for an Amazon show and were promptly pulled out
Jamie Oliver's restaurant chain collapses, risking 1,300 jobs
The celebrity chef's company said its 23 restaurants have gone into administration, a form of bankruptcy protection
Technology
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Amazon shareholders push retailer to cut back on fossil fuels
Online retail giant has never disclosed its total carbon footprint -- some investors want to change that
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
Tesla slices prices on Models S and X as stock plunges
After a big first-quarter loss, and signs of slowing demand for its cars, Tesla is under pressure to deliver profits
Lyft riders can soon dial 911 from the app
Lyft is joining Uber in adding more safety features following the death of a college student
Students build cars for kids with disabilities
The cars are built for families who may not be able to afford adaptive wheelchairs, as part of the Go Baby Go organization
Science
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Amazon shareholders push retailer to cut back on fossil fuels
Online retail giant has never disclosed its total carbon footprint -- some investors want to change that
Costa Rican meteorite is rare "extraterrestrial mud ball"
"It formed in an environment free of life, then was preserved in the cold and vacuum of space for 4.56 billion years, and then dropped in Costa Rica"
Great white shark tracked in Long Island Sound for "first time ever"
Ocearch, a group that tracks ocean life, posted a picture of "Cabot," a nearly 10-foot-long fish swimming near Greenwich, Connecticut
Rare eastern black rhinoceros born at Chicago zoo
After 15 months, a critically endangered black rhino gave birth to a calf Sunday
3-million-year-old "Mighty Mouse" had red fur, scientists say
The same team was able to uncover black pigment in fossils during a previous study 10 years ago
Health
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Eli Lilly's half-price insulin goes on sale, but critics say it's still too costly
Eli Lilly's lower-cost version of its Humalog insulin still costs much more than insulin sold outside the U.S.
Starbucks accused of using poisonous pesticide in NYC stores
Coffee chain dismisses claims in suits, saying accusers trying to "incite public fear for their own financial gain"
California bill would provide free abortion pills on campus
The bill would require all 34 public university campuses in California to offer no-cost medical abortions to students
Mississippi abortion ban "smacks of defiance," judge says
The same federal judge struck down the state's attempted 15-week abortion ban last year
For fashion industry, China's battle of the bulge could be huge
Rising rates of obesity in China represent a big business opportunity for the fashion industry
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Ben Carson confuses real estate term "REO" with "Oreo"
Asked about "REOs" during a House Financial Services hearing, Carson responded, "An Oreo?"
Amazon shareholders push retailer to cut back on fossil fuels
Online retail giant has never disclosed its total carbon footprint -- some investors want to change that
New Coke is back because of Netflix's "Stranger Things"
The formerly failed soft drink will be brought back to the market in conjunction with "Stranger Things" season three
Eli Lilly's half-price insulin goes on sale, but critics say it's still too costly
Eli Lilly's lower-cost version of its Humalog insulin still costs much more than insulin sold outside the U.S.
Court hears oral arguments in Trump fight over bank subpoenas
Trump, his family and his company contend in a Manhattan federal court lawsuit that the subpoenas are unlawful and unenforceable
Crime
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Possible link between attacks on trans women
A transgender woman was found shot to death in a Dallas neighborhood. Now, police believe her case may be linked to two other attacks on transgender victims. Mola Lenghi reports.
"Similarities" in crimes against 3 transgender women, Dallas police say
A murder and an assault on transgender women have "similarities" to the killing of Muhlaysia Booker, police say
Officer says he exaggerated charges against Eric Garner
Officer Justin D'Amico testified Tuesday during the disciplinary trial of his partner officer Daniel Pantaleo
Lightfoot: Gun violence "public health crisis"
Chicago's historic new mayor is taking on political corruption as her first official act. Lori Lightfoot signed an executive order Monday that curtails the power of Chicago's city council members. She's also the first African-American woman and first openly LGBTQ mayor of Chicago. Jericka Duncan spoke with Lightfoot in her first national interview as mayor.
Texas transgender woman's killing highlights disturbing trend
The Human Rights Campaign tracked at least 26 deaths of transgender people due to violence. The majority of victims were black transgender women.
Space
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Costa Rican meteorite is rare "extraterrestrial mud ball"
"It formed in an environment free of life, then was preserved in the cold and vacuum of space for 4.56 billion years, and then dropped in Costa Rica"
High winds scrub SpaceX launch of internet relay satellites
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"
The newly announced Artemis program, named after the Greek goddess of the moon, intends to land astronauts on the South Pole of the moon by 2024
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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Highest-grossing movies of all time, ranked
What's the highest-grossing movie of all time? It might be one of your favorites
Britain's royal great-grandchildren
Prince Harry's new baby Archie is the eighth great-grandchild for Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip
Met Gala 2019: Red carpet looks
See what all your favorite celebrities wore to fashion's biggest night
Dale Pike murder: Evidence photos in the case against Enrico Forti
In 1998, Dale Pike came to Miami to discuss a business deal with Enrico Forti -- the next day he was dead, and Forti was the prime suspect
Worst movie sequels since 2000, ranked
These are the lowest-rated sequels this century, according to Metacritic's rankings
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Could 5G impact weather forecasting?
An NOAA official told congressional lawmakers that 5G technology could impact weather forecasting. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joined CBSN AM to discuss how.
Bringing "adaptive wear" into the mainstream
Inspired by her own challenges in finding clothing to fit her medical needs, one entrepreneur has created a fashion line for those dealing with health issues. In this small business spotlight, Emily Levy, founder of Mighty Well, shows us how a college project has turned into an industry-changing business.
DJ Khaled on his time with Nipsey Hussle
DJ Khaled’s new song, "Higher," features John Legend and the late rapper Nipsey Hussle. The music video was filmed just days before Nipsey Hussle was killed. DJ Khaled, a music mogul and mega producer, is known for his epic collaborations. His new album, “Father of Asahd,” features more than 30 artists. DJ Khaled joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he made his 2-year-old son an executive producer on his album.
West Point class most diverse in its history
West Point’s graduating class will make history this weekend. The group includes the largest number of African American women in the prestigious U.S. military academy’s 217 years. West Point says the class of 2019 is its most diverse ever, both by race and by gender. Jericka Duncan reports.
Stranded kids rescued in Canadian wilderness
Dramatic video shows the rescue of two young children, a 6- and 7-year-old, after their father says he was forced to leave them alone in the wilderness for a night. The American family from Georgia fell down a cliff on Burke Mountain in British Columbia Sunday. Mola Lenghi reports.