Alex Trebek beats odds and marks milestone in cancer battle
"I'd be lying if I said the journey had been an easy one," Trebek said in an emotional video. "There were some good days, but a lot of not-so-good days."
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Fertility treatment could give cancer patients more options
In a first of its kind case, a baby was born to a mother left infertile from cancer through IVM and egg freezing.
Shannen Doherty reveals her breast cancer is back
Shannen Doherty was initially diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015, and she said the cancer has returned.
Alex Trebek says he won't leave "Jeopardy!" in the "near future"
"Thinking about retiring and retiring are two different things," he said
U.S. cancer death rate sees largest yearly drop
Advances in the treatment of lung cancer helped lead to an overall decline in cancer deaths.
Woman fighting with insurance for follow-up breast cancer tests
Mammograms can save lives, but in some cases, insurance companies are refusing to cover follow-up tests ordered by doctors.
Teen "Jeopardy!" champion donates $10,000 in Alex Trebek's honor
"Everyone knows someone or has been affected by cancer in some way," 18-year-old Avi Gupta said. "I believe scientists are winning the fight against cancer, we just need to help them to do more."
Alex Trebek shares PSA to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer
"I wish I had known sooner that the persistent stomach pain I experienced prior to my diagnosis was a symptom of pancreatic cancer," the "Jeopardy!" host said
A Secret Service agent got cancer. Then he decided to run a 100K
"This is a long fight, and we're just getting started," Rodney Wellman said
Girl battling cancer meets Jose Altuve ahead of World Series
"Abigail was so excited to have been given this opportunity to. She even asked him is he could hit a home run for her," her father wrote on Facebook
Alex Trebek's cancer may mean ending his time as "Jeopardy!" host
"I will keep doing it as long as my skills do not diminish, and they have started to diminish," the 79-year-old told CTV in an interview.
Potentially dangerous chemical found in heartburn pill Zantac
CBS News investigation reveals that there might not be just an "impurity" — but something much more serious
Beyoncé's dad diagnosed with breast cancer
Knowles revealed he immediately told his kids, who may have inherited the BRCA gene mutation and a higher risk of developing breast cancer
Walmart pulls Zantac amid growing worries over cancer link
Retailer is suspending all over-the-counter ranitidine products, including Zantac and Equate, following FDA alert
CVS pulls Zantac and its generic brand over possible cancer link
The FDA said people shouldn't panic, but suggests switching to another over-the-counter drug while the agency tests more samples
Olivia Newton-John on finding joy in a life with cancer
Her pain can be unbearable, but the English-Australian superstar's spirit remains unshakable as she battles breast cancer for a third time
More blood-pressure pills recalled over cancer-causing chemical
A carcinogen ID'd in recalled losartan tablets is the same one that prompted Novartis to halt distribution of generic Zantac meds
Drug extends lives of young breast cancer patients
The drug Kisqali (ribociclib) is already approved by the FDA, and new research shows it helps some breast cancer patients live longer
Low-fat diet may cut risk of dying from breast cancer, study finds
Doctors say the results show a way women might improve their odds of survival
Why survival rates for deadly skin cancer are increasing
The deadliest type of skin cancer is on the rise, with more than 96,000 new cases expected this year, but there are also new advances in treatment
Does Roundup cause cancer? Law says yes, science says maybe
Two juries have now ruled against the maker of the widely used weedkiller
Jury: Roundup contributed to man's cancer
For the second time, a jury has found Monsanto's Roundup weed killer played a role in causing cancer. Tuesday's unanimous decision determined Roundup caused or was a "substantial factor" in causing 70-year-old Edwin Hardeman's non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Anna Werner reports.
Alex Trebek's pancreatic cancer: What does stage 4 mean?
"Now normally, the prognosis for this is not very encouraging, but I'm going to fight this," the "Jeopardy!" host said
Company may have leaked carcinogen into air
A Minnesota business may have been emitting a cancer-causing chemical into the air for a decade or longer. Manufacturing company Water Gremlin is located in White Bear Township, north of St. Paul. CBS Minnesota reports.
Boy becomes "Mayor for the Day"
LJ Tucker received a special honor from his hometown. The 7-year-old with terminal brain cancer became "Mayor for the Day" in Senoia, Georgia, and received the key to the city.
Health
California's top public health official resigns
The glitch caused up to 300,000 records to be backlogged, according to the California Health and Human Services Secretary.
New Zealand reports first coronavirus cases in 102 days
New Zealand's prime minister said authorities found four cases of the coronavirus in one Auckland household.
Ohio State University community fears fall without football
The tailgates, barbecues and pre-game parties at fraternity houses with large crowds crammed into small spaces is "obviously not going to be the situation" anymore, said one student.
Will a coronavirus vaccine help those who need it most?
There is a lack of trust between minority communities and the health care system, Dr. Uché Blackstock said.
U.S. has more COVID cases than some countries have people
The U.S. has had more than 5 million coronavirus cases – that's bigger than the population of Ireland, New Zealand, Panama and others.
Gilead seeks FDA approval for COVID-19 drug remdesivir
Government clearance of the emergency treatment, which will be called Veklury, would open the door to wider usage.
Transit officials ask Apple to help protect passengers
New York transit agency wants better way for iPhone users to unlock their phones without taking off their mask.
Is COVID-19 making Black birth more complicated?
Black communities have long been working to make pregnancy and birth safe and joyful experiences. But could the pandemic put them at an even higher risk?
Couples delaying pregnancy because of pandemic
"If you're pregnant, unemployed and uninsured? Oh, my God, that is a terrifying prospect."
Company pauses plan to send 9,000 back to office after pushback
Epic Systems, a medical records software company, "is going to have to adhere by the same rules as everyone else," a local official said.
Georgia school temporarily closes after positive COVID-19 tests
The school will be closed to in-person learning Monday and Tuesday; extracurricular activities will also be canceled.
97,000 kids test positive for COVID-19 in two weeks, report says
Experts hope increased testing of children will help determine what role they play in transmission, as school districts around the country return to some form of school.
Church holds indoor services amid pandemic, defying court order
Pastor Rob McCoy of Godspeak Calvary Chapel in Newbury Park didn't let the pandemic stop him from opening up his church Sunday.
Gottlieb says U.S. could reach 300,000 COVID deaths by end of the year
The U.S. surpassed 5 million confirmed coronavirus cases Sunday.
Ohio governor tests negative for coronavirus a second time
DeWine first tested positive for the coronavirus when he was tested ahead of meeting President Trump, as per the current protocol.
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Putin claims Russia has developed a coronavirus vaccine
Russian president says it's proven effective during tests, but skeptics note it hasn't gone through normal Phase 3 trials.
New Zealand reports first coronavirus cases in 102 days
New Zealand's prime minister said authorities found four cases of the coronavirus in one Auckland household.
Belarus presidential challenger flees to Lithuania amid protests
Svetlana Tikhanovskaya insists she won but says she wanted to be with her kids. Belarus was hit with two nights of mass protests over the supposed election results.
Global coronavirus cases top 20 million after doubling in 45 days
The U.S. accounts for more than a quarter of the total and U.S., India and Brazil combine for more than half.
Asylum officers denounce Trump rule they would be charged with enforcing
The civil servants in charge of adjudicating asylum requests said a proposed rule could place migrants eligible for protection in harm's way.
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Seattle's police chief stepping down, sources say
Carmen Best and city's mayor strongly opposed police cuts OK'd by City Council following weeks of Black Lives Matter protests on city's streets.
Storm with 100 mph winds rips through Midwest
The storm caused widespread property damage and left hundreds of thousands without power.
Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger announce baby's birth
"We couldn't be happier. Both mom and baby are doing great," Pratt wrote on social media.
Power Five conferences consider cancelling 2020 football season
A Big Ten spokesperson denied reports that the conference had voted to cancel the 2020 football season and an ACC official said the conference intends to play in 2020.
California's top public health official resigns
The glitch caused up to 300,000 records to be backlogged, according to the California Health and Human Services Secretary.
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Trump's $400 in unemployment aid: When would it start?
Even if states can provide the benefit, it could take several weeks for workers to receive it, experts say.
Biden has spoken to his top VP choices — and a decision is imminent
Biden has interviewed his top choices either in person or remotely.
Trump abruptly pulled from briefing after Secret Service opens fire outside White House
The Secret Service confirmed a male suspect had been shot and taken to a local hospital.
Ohio State University community fears fall without football
The tailgates, barbecues and pre-game parties at fraternity houses with large crowds crammed into small spaces is "obviously not going to be the situation" anymore, said one student.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Wisconsin voters head to the polls again after "the disaster of April 7"
Poll workers still proved difficult to find in August.
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Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger announce baby's birth
"We couldn't be happier. Both mom and baby are doing great," Pratt wrote on social media.
Power Five conferences consider cancelling 2020 football season
A Big Ten spokesperson denied reports that the conference had voted to cancel the 2020 football season and an ACC official said the conference intends to play in 2020.
Robin Williams' daughter fires back at Eric Trump
The president's son shared a video of Robin Williams making fun of Joe Biden during a past comedy special.
Collin Morikawa, 23, wins first major at PGA Championship
Collin Morikawa joins Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus as 23-year-olds to win the PGA.
Remembering Jerry Garcia
The lead guitarist of the Grateful Dead died 25 years ago, on August 9, 1995; today, the band's music is more accessible than ever before.
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Transit officials ask Apple to help protect passengers
New York transit agency wants better way for iPhone users to unlock their phones without taking off their mask.
ULA, SpaceX win massive Pentagon contracts
ULA and SpaceX are expected to launch more than 30 national security space missions through 2026.
Private equity wants to own your DNA
It's not like your hacked credit card number, one private expert said. You can't change your DNA.
Trump signs order to bar transactions with TikTok's parent company
It is not clear if the ban will affect the millions of U.S. users who are avid fans of the app.
Capital One to pay $80 million fine for massive 2019 hack
Credit card issuer failed to protect customer data before moving some tech services to the cloud, regulator says.
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5.1 magnitude earthquake shakes North Carolina
It's the largest earthquake to hit the state since 1916. It was felt as far away as Tennessee and South Carolina.
Canada's last intact Arctic ice shelf has collapsed
A 4,000-year-old chunk of ice larger than the size of Manhattan has collapsed into the Arctic Ocean.
Scientists discover "hell ants" killed with scythe-like jaw
A "hell ant" some 99 million years ago used its scythe-like jaws to trap a baby roach for its next meal — but then the pair got stuck in sap and were preserved for scientists to discover centuries later.
Canada ice caps formed roughly 5,000 years ago are completely gone
Scientists predicted that the ice caps wouldn't completely melt until 2022.
Should we name heat waves like we name hurricanes?
Although heat waves rarely get the attention that hurricanes do, they kill far more people per year in the U.S.
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California's top public health official resigns
The glitch caused up to 300,000 records to be backlogged, according to the California Health and Human Services Secretary.
New Zealand reports first coronavirus cases in 102 days
New Zealand's prime minister said authorities found four cases of the coronavirus in one Auckland household.
Ohio State University community fears fall without football
The tailgates, barbecues and pre-game parties at fraternity houses with large crowds crammed into small spaces is "obviously not going to be the situation" anymore, said one student.
Will a coronavirus vaccine help those who need it most?
There is a lack of trust between minority communities and the health care system, Dr. Uché Blackstock said.
U.S. has more COVID cases than some countries have people
The U.S. has had more than 5 million coronavirus cases – that's bigger than the population of Ireland, New Zealand, Panama and others.
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Potential Kodak deal on hold until "allegations are cleared"
Kodak's stock price slumped 31% in early trading on Monday after a government agency expressed "serious concerns."
Trump unemployment insurance executive order will cost states billions
Many state governments are already facing budget crunches caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
McDonald's sues ousted CEO, alleging employee relationships
Fast-food chain claims Steve Easterbrook covered up sexual involvement with multiple people before he was fired.
RV life booms during the pandemic
Looking to take a vacation while avoiding COVID? Midrange recreational vehicles are hot, as many families explore public spaces while avoiding public hotels and bathrooms
How the pandemic may be widening the gender pay gap
During the economic downturn brought on by the pandemic, women have suffered more job losses than men.
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Man punches Sesame Place worker who asked him to wear a mask
Police say they're seeking him after he punched the 17-year-old then fled park security in a car with New York plates.
100 arrested, 13 cops hurt in Chicago unrest: "Assault on our city"
Hundreds of people smashed windows, stole from stores and clashed with police in Chicago's Magnificent Mile shopping district.
17-year-old killed, 20 injured in Washington D.C. shooting
Metro police chief said that judging from gunshots being fired in multiple locations simultaneously, it appeared there were at least three shooters.
Apparent drive-by shooting wounds 9 at family gathering in park
Victims all appeared to be young and all are expected to survive, Denver police say.
Father of Michael Brown Jr. attends Breonna Taylor protest
"When you go through something like that ... traumatic, it's hard to find a balance. The only thing you want is justice," Michael Brown Sr. said in Louisville.
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NASA drops "insensitive" nicknames for cosmic objects
The space agency will no longer use nicknames like "Eskimo Nebula" or "Siamese Twins Galaxy."
ULA, SpaceX win massive Pentagon contracts
ULA and SpaceX are expected to launch more than 30 national security space missions through 2026.
Penguin poop spotted from space reveals hidden Antarctic colonies
But it's not all good news — the newfound colonies are all but certain to be affected by climate change.
Astronauts describe thrilling SpaceX splashdown
With a piloted test flight complete, NASA hopes to certify the SpaceX capsule for operational missions.
SpaceX launches Starship prototype on dramatic test flight
The Starship test rocket's single Raptor engine boosted the vehicle into the sky above Boca Chica, Texas, atop a plume of flaming exhaust and billowing clouds of smoke.
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Celebrities who support Joe Biden for president
Some of Hollywood's biggest names are backing former Vice President Joe Biden over President Donald Trump in 2020.
Celebrities who support Donald Trump for president
From screen legends to star athletes, The Donald has some famous names in his corner.
Aftermath of Beirut's deadly blast
Hundreds of tons of highly explosive material were stored in a waterfront hangar, and the blast sent a shock wave that killed at least 160 people, wounded nearly 6,000.
"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
Fast food capitals of America, ranked
These cities have endless fast food options... want fries with that?
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Growing pains for legal weed in California
When voters legalized marijuana three years ago, advocates said illegal operations would be pushed out and the state would make hundreds of millions in tax revenue. So far, those dreams have not panned out. Sharyn Alfonsi reports.
White House and Congress fail to reach new stimulus deal
Despite hours of negotiating early Saturday, the White House and Congress failed to reach a new stimulus deal despite millions of Americans facing possible evictions and other financial obligations. Nikole Killion reports.
Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis
These are the stories of disparity, inequity and leadership in the Latino community amid the coronavirus pandemic. Maria Elena Salinas hosts “Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis,” a CBS News special.
California wildfires force evacuations
Blazing wildfires attributed to scorching temperatures are ripping through Southern California. At least 200 homes have been evacuated as hundreds of firefighters are on the ground battling the flames.
Exclusive: Trump defends COVID response
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, President Trump defended his response to the coronavirus pandemic, insisting that despite long lines and long waits, testing is "working well." Mr. Trump also discussed the ongoing controversy surrounding the Confederate flag. Catherine Herridge spoke with the President at the White House.