1980 Flashback: The legal battle for a dog's life
A San Francisco man went to court to break the will of a deceased woman who wanted her dog put down after her death
The Way It Was
First female West Point graduate reflects on historic anniversary
Men thought it was no place for women but Andrea Hollen proved them wrong -- 35 years ago
Flashback 1986: Laser tag debuts to controversy
The new game was at the center of a protest about exposing children to violence; seems quaint compared to today's bloody video games
Flashback 1988: "Tans are out" and pasty white is in
An anti-tan movement popped up in sunny California, led by Hollywood wives who wanted to stay "pale"
1975 CBS News footage shows dramatic evacuation of Saigon
CBS News cameras captured some of the most remarkable images of the day the Vietnam War ended
30 years ago today, Coca-Cola made its worst mistake
"Pepsi and Coke, have been going at it eyeball to eyeball, and in my view the other guy just blinked," said the president of rival Pepsi in 1985
1985: CBS News discovers Ecstasy for the first time
The little-known drug was legal, described as "wonderful," and even prescribed by psychiatrists
What virtual reality looked like in 1992
The new technology was crude but exciting, and came with a serious warning about its potential
Flashback 1981: When headphones were just a "fad"
"Is it the Me Generation gone wild? The height of anti-social behavior? Electronic snobbery?" wondered the "CBS Evening News"
Flashback: The flying car flight of 1988
Inventor Paul Moller was sure it'd work and invited CBS News cameras to capture the manned test flight in action
1999 Flashback: The day Beanie Babies died
The sudden announcement of doomsday for the pudgy dolls sparked dramatic reactions from mournful fans
"It puts you on a more real level": What people said about Facebook in 2005
This 2005 "CBS Evening News" story profiled what college students thought about the new website and includes an interview with a young Mark Zuckerberg
The dog no one owned but everyone loved
Nearly 50 years since Blackie's passing, a grave marker along an Illinois road serves as a reminder of the impact a dog can have
40-year anniversary for a cop's best friend
A 1975 "CBS Evening News" report featured a pilot program by the Department of Justice that would revolutionize law enforcement
How the 1977 Oscar for visual effects foreshadowed the future
Despite being nearly 40 years apart, "King Kong," and 2014's "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes" are connected by an Academy Awards controversy
How America's cowboys found love in 1997
Since you couldn't swipe, IM, poke or text -- finding a Valentine was a little more old-fashioned
The day America Online went offline in 1996
AOL's message to "try again in 15 minutes" drove "netheads" nuts when the service went down for 19 hours
Flashback 1996: Man sues Pepsi for not giving him a Harrier Jet
A 21-year-old collected the 7 million Pepsi points needed to win the jet offered in Pepsi's commercial; but the soda maker refused to give him his prize
1995 video shows the struggle was real for first time PC users
In 1995, home computers were on the rise; but they were hardly plug 'n' play back then, as CBS News profiles one woman's frustration that underscored a national dilemma
Flashback: The historic 1970 climb up Yosemite's El Capitan
Back then "Dawn Wall" was called "Wall of Early Morning Light," and its star climbers were Dean Caldwell and Warren Harding
What we said about mobile phones in 1983
The phone was as big as a brick and cost $3,000; yet in 1983 it seemed like marvelous technology
15 years ago: Americans look to the Amish amid Y2K fear
With fears of widespread Y2K-related power outages, Americans looked to the Amish for help
Y2K Flashback: When America freaked out about Russia's nukes
Fears that nuclear missiles would suddenly launch at midnight led to embassy evacuations in 1999
15 years ago: The Limited Edition Y2K assault rifle
As 1999 neared its end, gun makers successfully branded their weapons to appeal to Americans' fear of the Year 2000 bug
Flashback: Hacker interrupts HBO's film in 1986
In one of the first hacks of its kind, a man by the name of "Captain Midnight" hijacked the cable company's signal
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FBI searches home of Gabby Petito's fiancé a day after body found
Authorities believe Petito's body was discovered at a Wyoming national park the couple visited.
Live Updates: 2 wounded in shooting at Virginia high school
The police department in Newport News said the two people shot at Heritage High School suffered wounds that weren't believed to be life-threatening.
Haitian migrants in Texas worry as deportations begin: "I'll die in Haiti"
Haitians who fled their country following the 2010 earthquake are being flown back to the island; some fear for their lives given the lack of security in the impoverished nation.
At least 6 killed in mass shooting on Russian university campus
Investigators said a student opened fire on a university campus in the Russian city of Perm, with fellow students jumping out of windows to escape.
Supreme Court to hear blockbuster abortion case December 1
Mississippi officials are asking the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Dow drops more than 500 points amid Fed, Delta variant jitters
Investors focused on whether the Federal Reserve will signal this week that it plans to withdraw economic stimulus.
Volcano erupts on Spain's La Palma island, forcing evacuations
Authorities had evacuated about 5,000 people by Monday morning and said at least 20 homes were destroyed by the lava.
Nabisco workers in five states end first strike in 52 years
Snack giant's proposed changes to overtime rules and length of shifts led employees to walk off the job in August.
The biggest new privacy features in Phone iOS 15 launch
Enhanced privacy measures help cloak consumers' web activity and block email tracking by advertisers on phones, watches, laptops and pads.
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BTS lend their voices to U.N.'s push for sustainable development
"Every choice we make is the beginning of change," the K-pop superstars said, kicking off "Leaders Week" at the U.N. General Assembly.
Olympic gold medalist hospitalized with COVID-19
"Covid is a serious thing and when it comes it hits very hard," Madison Wilson said on Instagram.
"Hotel Rwanda" boss found guilty of terror crimes by Rwandan court
Paul Rusesabagina, whose actions inspired the blockbuster movie on the 1994 genocide, calls the charges against him a "sham."
At least 6 killed in mass shooting on Russian university campus
Investigators said a student opened fire on a university campus in the Russian city of Perm, with fellow students jumping out of windows to escape.
Volcano erupts on Spain's La Palma island, forcing evacuations
Authorities had evacuated about 5,000 people by Monday morning and said at least 20 homes were destroyed by the lava.
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U.S. to require foreign travelers to be vaccinated to enter country
The new air travel policy from the administration will begin in November.
Live Updates: 2 wounded in shooting at Virginia high school
A suspect was not in custody after the shooting at Newport News' Heritage High School, Police Chief Steve Drew told reporters.
Supreme Court to hear blockbuster Mississippi abortion case December 1
Mississippi officials are asking the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade.
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Dow drops more than 700 points amid Fed, Delta variant jitters
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U.S. to require foreign travelers to be vaccinated to enter country
The new air travel policy from the administration will begin in November.
Supreme Court to hear blockbuster Mississippi abortion case December 1
Mississippi officials are asking the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Dow drops more than 700 points amid Fed, Delta variant jitters
Investors focused on whether the Federal Reserve will signal this week that it plans to withdraw economic stimulus.
Parliamentarian likely dooms plan to legalize immigrants via budget bill
The ruling is a crushing setback for Democrats, who hoped to use the budget reconciliation process to create a massive legalization program for 8 million undocumented immigrants.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
IRS has distributed almost 170 million payments. But hardship remains widespread as the Delta variant spreads.
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Chris Rock says he contracted breakthrough case of COVID-19
"Hey guys I just found out I have COVID, trust me you don't want this. Get vaccinated," he tweeted.
Best movies streaming on Netflix — September 2021
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
2021 Primetime Emmy Awards: "The Crown" dominates with seven wins
"Ted Lasso" went into the night with the most nominations and took home four Emmys. RuPaul also made history by winning the most Emmys ever by a person of color.
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2021 Emmy Awards: Complete list of winners and nominees
"The Crown" received 11 nominations and ended up with the biggest haul of the night with seven wins.
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The biggest new privacy features in Phone iOS 15 launch
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Inspiration4 crew returns to Earth after historic flight
The Inspiration4 crew splashed down at 7:07 p.m. ET near Cape Canaveral to close out a three-day mission.
Busy day in orbit for SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
Amazon says 1 million workers applied for jobs this week
Retailer's new warehouse jobs pay an average of $18 an hour, which may be attracting people in lower-paying jobs.
When can you order Apple's iPhone 13 and other new gear?
Also coming this fall are a redesigned Apple Watch, along with privacy updates in the devices' operating systems.
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Volcano erupts on Spain's La Palma island, forcing evacuations
Authorities had evacuated about 5,000 people by Monday morning and said at least 20 homes were destroyed by the lava.
Swarm of bees kills dozens of endangered African penguins
Conservation foundation's vet says bee stings around the dead animals' eyes reveals the nature of the "very rare" attack on a beach near Cape Town.
Gottlieb says COVID origins may never be known
The former FDA commissioner talked with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan about his upcoming book on COVID-19.
Inspiration4 crew returns to Earth after historic flight
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Officials urge killing of invasive spotted lanternfly
Some think it's pretty, but the spotted lanternfly is an invasive species known for sucking the life out of trees and other plants,
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Arthritis and sleep: Get a better night's rest
According to the Arthritis Foundation, as many as 80% of people living with arthritis have trouble sleeping at night, and sometimes that can create a cycle of insomnia and pain. Dr. George Cyril, a physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss how to manage arthritis and sleep.
Frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and kids
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You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Chris Rock says he contracted breakthrough case of COVID-19
"Hey guys I just found out I have COVID, trust me you don't want this. Get vaccinated," he tweeted.
California reports lowest COVID-19 case rate in the country
As of Saturday evening, 24.99 new confirmed cases were reported for every 100,000 people in California, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University.
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Dow drops more than 700 points amid Fed, Delta variant jitters
Investors focused on whether the Federal Reserve will signal this week that it plans to withdraw economic stimulus.
Pfizer says its COVID vaccine is safe and effective in kids ages 5 -11
The company says it will seek U.S. approval for that age group soon. One board member says if all goes well, the green light could come "as early as around Halloween."
The biggest new privacy features in Phone iOS 15 launch
Enhanced privacy measures help cloak consumers' web activity and block email tracking by advertisers on phones, watches, laptops and pads.
Latest Child Tax Credit payment delayed for some parents
Some families are expressing frustration that they have yet to receive the third installment from the federal program.
Samuel Adams releases beer so potent it's illegal in 15 states
Beer maker's Utopias brand is barrel-aged and finished with cherries. Just be prepared to pay up.
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Live Updates: 2 wounded in shooting at Virginia high school
A suspect was not in custody after the shooting at Newport News' Heritage High School, Police Chief Steve Drew told reporters.
FBI searches home of Gabby Petito's fiancé a day after body found
Authorities believe Petito's body was discovered at a Wyoming national park the couple visited.
Cleveland mayor's grandson shot to death
Frank Q. Jackson, 24, was shot near a city intersection by someone who ran up to him and fired multiple times after he was dropped off near the scene, sources told CBS affiliate WOIO-TV.
Expert: Violent images sent to victim's family is "psychological terrorism"
Slain teen's family forced to relive her death on social media
Robert Durst found guilty of killing best friend Susan Berman
A Los Angeles jury found the New York millionaire guilty of first-degree murder in the fatal shooting,
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How to see the Harvest Moon, the last full moon of summer 2021
The full moon closest to the autumnal equinox is known as the Harvest Moon.
Inspiration4 crew returns to Earth after historic flight
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First privately-funded trip to orbit going well, but few details released
SpaceX founder Elon Musk says "all is well" with the first all-civilian non-government trip to orbit.
SpaceX launches all-civilian crew on Inspiration4 mission
The four-person crew, including a tech billionaire and a young cancer survivor, will spend three days in orbit to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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2021 Met Gala: Red carpet arrivals on fashion's biggest night
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Gunman opens fire at a Russian university
Multiple people are dead and several others are wounded after a gunman opened fire at Russia's Perm State University Monday. Officials say the attacker has been detained. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports for CBSN.
Ghost Light: The Year Broadway Went Dark
After Broadway's unprecedented 18-month pandemic shutdown, CBSN Originals' new documentary looks at how people on stage and behind the scenes pivoted to survive.
Emmys 2021: "The Crown," "Ted Lasso" win big
The 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards was a big night for streaming platforms. "Entertainment Tonight" co-hosts Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner join CBSN to discuss the highs and lows of television's most celebrated night.
U.S. ramps up deportations to Haiti
The U.S. deported more than 300 Haitians back to their home country Sunday as the federal government copes with a major spike in border arrivals in the small community of Del Rio, Texas. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined CBSN to discuss the scale of the situation in Del Rio and how the Department of Homeland Security is responding.
"Bring Your Own Brigade"
Two-time Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker captures the horror and heroism of the deadliest week of wildfires in California history and explores the causes of what she calls a "global fire crisis" in the CBSN documentary "Bring Your Own Brigade."