Inside Uber's secret self-driving car testing facility
Uber gives "CBS This Morning" an exclusive look inside the closely guarded test track as the company looks to regain trust after a fatal accident in 2018
Behind the wheel
Waymo resumes self-driving truck tests on Arizona freeways
Autonomous trucks will hit the roads around Phoenix this week, though initially rigs will have two drivers
Distracted drivers an increasing threat to first responders
Research shows 71% of drivers admitted to taking pictures or texting while going past accident scenes – and the number of first responders being killed is rising
Van life: Making one's home on the open road
From baby boomers to millennials, some people have found a road map to happiness by living in RVs or converted vans and school buses
USPS is testing out self-driving mail trucks
What could be the future of mail delivery got a test-run this week when the U.S. Postal Service began a two-week pilot program with a self-driving truck company. Dana Jacobson reports.
Traveling America's scenic byways
Reason enough to get off the interstate: America's most scenic routes allow you to get caught up in where you are rather than where you're going to
Flying cars: Ready to take off
After decades of promises, flying cars are finally becoming real, though they won't look like what "The Jetsons" promised
In the slow lane with Jay Leno
The comedian and car enthusiast takes a vintage Ford Model T out for a spin in Washington, D.C., where gentle political humor these days seems similarly antiquated
Tuning in to the evolution of car radios
From pop hits to preachers and pretty much everything in-between, the car radio has been a part our lives for almost 100 years
Which car models are most likely to get stolen?
Car thefts are up in the U.S., even with the rise of new anti-theft devices, and some makes and models are more popular with car thieves than others
Touring the 2019 Chicago Auto Show
Manufacturers from all over the world exhibit new vehicles and technology at the country's largest auto show. CNET Roadshow's Tim Stevens takes a look at what's on display.
Almanac: Tail fins
On February 3, 1948, 71 years ago today, Cadillac produced its very first car featuring the revolutionary automotive styling note
Detroit Auto Show in full swing
CNET's Tim Stevens takes us to the Detroit Auto Show for a look at the latest car trends. Highlights include everything from Ford's new 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 to the first Toyota Supra in 17 years.
Almanac: Route 66
On November 11, 1926, officials green-lighted plans for the future highway, stretching 2,400 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, nicknamed the "Mother Road"
Crash that killed 20 raises concerns over "Frankenstein laws" for limos
Experts says modified limousines pose greater safety concerns, while federal regulators have limited oversight authority to regulate them
Drivers not fixing recalled vehicles
Automakers issue recalls on a regular basis but a new report finds many car owners never repair the problem, leaving millions of potentially life-threatening vehicles on the road. CBS News' John Schiumo reports from New York.
Passage: End of the road for the VW Beetle
Volkswagen announced this week that it will cease production of its iconic automobile next year,
Results of minivan safety tests
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is out with a new round of crash tests rating the safety of minivans. CBS News' Hena Doba reports.
Self-driving passenger vans hit the road in Texas city
Autonomous vehicles will carry riders in a six-month pilot program
Behind GM's peer-to-peer car sharing service
General Motors is entering a new business that's often described as Airbnb for cars. Starting this week, many people who own or lease newer models from GM's brands can sign up to rent out their vehicles through the Peer Cars program. It's part of GM’s established car-sharing app Maven. Peer Cars launched initially in Chicago, Detroit and Ann Arbor, Michigan. Fortune magazine senior editor-at-large Leigh Gallagher joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss monetizing an asset that could be sitting idle.
Will flying car finally become reality?
No technological dream has captured the minds of the media quite like the flying car. Marcus Leng of Blackfly believes his invention will allow it to become a reality. CBS News correspondent John Blackstone, who has chased down the flying car fantasy for 30 years, reports on this Silicon Valley innovator.
Delay in autonomous vehicles on the road
2018 was supposed to be the year the self-driving cars became a reality. But despite new driverless concepts, a truly autonomous vehicle may be further down the road. Tim Stevens, editor-in-chief of Roadshow, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the demand and regulations.
Car apps that are less distracting
New research shows Apple CarPlay and Google's Android Auto are less distracting for drivers than a car's built-in infotainment system. WTSP's Garin Flowers reports.
GM bringing back the Chevy Blazer
GM is bringing back the Chevy Blazer, and it could be in showrooms by next year. The move to bring back the Blazer comes as American buyers continue their shift from cars to trucks and SUVs
Actress tweets video of Tesla bursting into flames "out of the blue"
Automaker calls incident in which Model S catches fire "extraordinarily unusual"
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"Something new": Surprise weddings
Are you the spontaneous type? Then you might be someone to throw a "surprise wedding," with none of the angst, doting mother's advice or fighting bridesmaids to contend with
City pays $600,000 to hackers who seized its computer system
Cyberattack blocked 911 dispatchers from logging calls, as a growing number U.S. municipalities are taken hostage
U.S. team, U.S. Soccer agree to mediate gender discrimination lawsuit
The U.S. team won its first three games of the tournament and is scheduled to play Spain in the knockout stage
Oil prices surge after Trump tweets "Iran made a very big mistake!"
Rising friction between the U.S. and Iran is driving up the cost of crude around the world
U.S. blacklists Chinese supercomputing groups
Commerce Department cuts the companies off from American tech, saying they pose a threat to national security
For Apple, scaling back in China is easier said than done
Although the tech giant is eager to avoid tariffs, shifting some of its production out of China could take years
Dow joins S&P 500 in notching new all-time high
Buoyed by the Fed, investors shrug off concerns about an economic slowdown and ongoing trade tensions
Influencer allegedly planned "surprise" engagement to get sponsorships
One influencer took "do it for the gram" to a new level, by allegedly going on an engagement trip to get money from brands
LinkedIn CEO on developing compassion in the workplace
"In leadership, in management, it's really become a first principle," says LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner
Restaurants could be first to get genetically modified salmon
Companies like AquaBounty are ready to serve up genetically altered fish, though consumer groups urge caution
Why are stocks soaring while bonds signal gloom?
As the S&P 500 was setting a record high, bond yields were tumbling to their lowest levels since Trump was elected
FAA bans U.S. airliners from Iranian airspace after drone shot down
American aviation agency's warning of "potential for miscalculation or misidentification" could have a major impact on commercial aviation
Lost wallet? The more cash the likelier it'll be returned
Researchers planted more than 17,000 "lost wallets" across 355 cities in 40 countries — here's what they discovered
J.C. Penney says China tariffs will hit women shoppers hardest
It's not just because of women's clothing: The retailer says many household goods women typically buy will also be hit
U.S. stocks march on as S&P 500 hits record high
The new peak comes a day after the Fed said it could cut interest rates if trade tensions and growth worsen
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Most see progress in ending LGBTQ discrimination
CBS News poll finds record high support for same-sex marriage, but most say some discrimination still exists
"Dog the Bounty Hunter" star in medically induced coma
The wife of reality TV bounty hunter Duane "Dog" Chapman is in a medically induced com, her family says
Reporter cursed by Mets manager, charged by pitcher after game
The dustup with beat writer Tim Healey of Newsday occurred after the Mets blew a late lead in a 5-3 defeat to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field
South Carolina Democratic voters urge unity
This offered some refuge to Joe Biden, who landed here after facing a torrent of criticism from his 2020 rivals for his comments about his ability to work with known segregationists
2 Texas airports halted flights over temporary communications issue
The FAA said radio communications were interrupted at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field on Sunday night
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U.S. to impose new sanctions as standoff with Iran deepens
Trump threatens "obliteration" of Islamic Republic as his plans to resolve crisis remain unclear, and Iran threatens it could shoot down another drone
Most see progress in ending LGBTQ discrimination
CBS News poll finds record high support for same-sex marriage, but most say some discrimination still exists
South Carolina Democratic voters urge unity
This offered some refuge to Joe Biden, who landed here after facing a torrent of criticism from his 2020 rivals for his comments about his ability to work with known segregationists
2020 Sunday Trail Markers: What to know about the Democratic debates
"It's too early for candidates to be attacking each other, so they will be tripping all over themselves to attack Trump," veteran Republican strategist Todd Harris told CBS News
Buttigieg faces off with residents in tense, raw South Bend town hall
The South Bend mayor and presidential candidate has been addressing the police shooting of an African American man last Sunday
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U.S. to impose new sanctions as standoff with Iran deepens
Trump threatens "obliteration" of Islamic Republic as his plans to resolve crisis remain unclear, and Iran threatens it could shoot down another drone
Opposition party wins Istanbul mayoral election, defying Erdogan
The victory by Ekrem Imamoglu, 49, comes after he initially won a close election for mayor in March
Air Canada passenger says she was abandoned on plane
The passenger said it was a "nightmare" scenario and she has been suffering from night terrors
GOP lawmaker says U.S. should cripple Iranian economy
Rep. Michael McCaul said crippling sanction will force the Iranian government to the negotiating table
Top Democrat says Trump "legitimately torn" on Iran response
Rep. Adam Smith nevertheless criticized the administration's strategy, saying officials are deeply divided on how to approach rising tensions with Iran
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Flying Wallendas traverse Times Square on a high wire
Two siblings started on opposite sides of 1,300-foot wire strung between skyscrapers and crossed each other in the middle
Highest-grossing movies of all time, ranked
What's the highest-grossing movie of all time? It might be one of your favorites
"Toy Story 4" brings to life a sluggish summer box office
The opening for "Toy Story 4" followed a string of disappointing sequels including "Dark Phoenix," "Godzilla: King of the Monsters" and "Men in Black: International"
Sherry Lansing, on life in Hollywood, and life since Hollywood
The producer, the first woman to head a major film studio, became a role model in a male-dominated industry, before – at the top of her game – boldly leaving the business altogether
Hollywood pioneer Sherry Lansing on life behind the scenes
The former actress and producer, and the first woman to head a major film studio, became a role model in a male-dominated industry. Then, while at the top of her game, she boldly left the business altogether. Mo Rocca reports.
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Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
Iranian hackers wage cyber campaign amid tensions with US
Hackers believed to be working for the Iranian government have targeted U.S. government agencies, as well as sectors of the economy
For Apple, scaling back in China is easier said than done
Although the tech giant is eager to avoid tariffs, shifting some of its production out of China could take years
Making "The Jetsons" a reality: The first flying, self-driving cars are coming
"A lot of us grew up watching 'The Jetsons' and thought that was far-fetched. The reality is here today"
New Harry Potter augmented reality game released
Wands at the ready! The new Harry Potter augmented reality game is here early
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Almanac: Sex researcher Alfred Kinsey
The biologist who achieved fame with a pair of best-selling books about male and female sexual behavior was born on June 23. 1894
Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
Seal learns to sing "Star Wars" theme song
A grey seal named Zola was a standout
Nature up close: Getting rid of the lawn mower (and your lawn, too)
Instead of spending time and money to maintain a monoculture that is actually damaging to our environment, follow these suggestions on how to let your yard go wild
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Jazzercise: Fit at 50
Long before crossfit became a fad and spinning a sensation, there was the dance-based workout that – now half a century old – is alive and kicking
9/11 first responder spending his last days fighting for victims' fund
Despite everything Luis Alvarez has been through, he said he would "absolutely in a heartbeat" do the same thing
Wisconsin governor vetoes 4 abortion bills
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin said some of the claims made in support of the legislation were "inflammatory, offensive and blatantly false"
Planned Parenthood says Missouri will not renew license to perform abortions
"The fate of abortion access in Missouri now rests in a court's hands," Planned Parenthood said
Restaurants could be first to get genetically modified salmon
Companies like AquaBounty are ready to serve up genetically altered fish, though consumer groups urge caution
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"Something new": Surprise weddings
Are you the spontaneous type? Then you might be someone to throw a "surprise wedding," with none of the angst, doting mother's advice or fighting bridesmaids to contend with
U.S. team, U.S. Soccer agree to mediate gender discrimination lawsuit
The U.S. team won its first three games of the tournament and is scheduled to play Spain in the knockout stage
U.S. blacklists Chinese supercomputing groups
Commerce Department cuts the companies off from American tech, saying they pose a threat to national security
For Apple, scaling back in China is easier said than done
Although the tech giant is eager to avoid tariffs, shifting some of its production out of China could take years
Dow joins S&P 500 in notching new all-time high
Buoyed by the Fed, investors shrug off concerns about an economic slowdown and ongoing trade tensions
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Buttigieg pledges to take racist officers off the force
South Bend mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg faced his constituents at a tense town hall Sunday afternoon following the fatal shooting one week ago of Eric Logan, an African American man, by South Bend Police Sgt. Ryan O'Neill, a white police officer.
Man in Wisconsin charged in death of 5-year-old who found gun
Michael Moore, 25, is charged with neglecting a child resulting in death; he could face up to 25 years in prison if convicted
Kamala Harris: Concerns about my prosecutorial record are "overblown"
The Democratic presidential candidate defends her record as "smart on crime"
Was the fatal shooting of a college football player justified?
"48 Hours" goes inside a family's mission to restore their student-athlete son's reputation seven years after he was fatally shot by a police officer
Sacramento police say bodycam footage shows officer ambushed
The department has faced criticism because it took 45 minutes to transport rookie Officer Tara O'Sullivan to a hospital
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NASA discovery could signal life on Mars
NASA scientists say its Curiosity rover discovered high amounts of methane gas on Mars. On Earth, the gas is typically produced by living things. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN to discuss if this observation could mean there's life on Mars.
Seeing red: Mankind gets closer to Mars
NASA and SpaceX are both readying unmanned missions to the Red Planet, with the goal of putting human-filled boots on the ground
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
NASA to land 1st woman on moon as part of Artemis mission
NASA's project aims to bring human beings back to the moon by 2024
NASA spots "Star Trek" Starfleet logo on Mars
Hopefully, it finds some aliens sporting Vulcan salutes next
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Evidence photos from the police shooting of Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr.
Evidence from the scene of Pace University student DJ Henry’s fatal encounter with Officer Aaron Hess in Mount Pleasant, N.Y.
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
Deadliest highway in every state
These are the highways with the highest rate of fatal crashes
Mount Everest deaths: Inside a deadly climbing season
A look at a treacherous 2019 climbing season on the world's highest peak
Photographer Dave Engledow, the "World's Best Father"
He calls himself the "World's Best Father," and he's got the pictures of himself and his daughter, Alice, to prove it
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Eye Opener: Trump to ramp up Iran sanctions
President Trump prepares new sanctions and warns Iran that war would lead to "obliteration." Also, Vice President Mike Pence is blaming Congress for what's described as unsafe and unsanitary conditions at some border patrol detention facilities. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
Bodies of 7 climbers recovered in Himalayas
Indian paramilitary soldiers have reached the bodies of seven people from an eight-member team of international climbers believed to have been killed on a notoriously dangerous Himalayan mountain, an official said Sunday. The team, including two Americans, had been missing on Nanda Devi East for nearly a month.
Buttigieg pledges to take racist officers off the force
South Bend mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg faced his constituents at a tense town hall Sunday afternoon following the fatal shooting one week ago of Eric Logan, an African American man, by South Bend Police Sgt. Ryan O'Neill, a white police officer.
The inventor turning plant life into biofuel
Marshall Medoff unveils to "60 Minutes" his innovative method of turning plant life into fuel and other useful products. Lesley Stahl reports.
Kamala Harris defends her record on crime
Critics say Kamala Harris didn't do enough to advance the rights of defendants and protect those in low-income communities when she was a prosecutor in California. The presidential candidate defends her record in an interview with CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe.