Lawmaker slammed after saying nurses "play cards" during shifts
Maureen Walsh, a Republican from the Spokane area, was arguing for an amendment that would exclude small hospitals from a bill that would require nurses to have breaks
Health
CDC says this flu season is now the longest in a decade
One reason for the long flu season is that two types of flu viruses surfaced at different times
Allergy season kicks off as pollen counts explode nationwide
A recent study found climate change may be making things worse
If my measles shot was years ago, am I still protected?
An expert answers 5 common questions about the measles vaccine
Corporate America embraces 420 as pot legalization grows
April 20 marijuana holiday now a mainstream marketing gimmick, from Lyft's $4.20 credits to Carl's Jr.'s CBD burgers
Blood pressure medication recall expanded
It's the latest in a string of recalls over concerns of potential cancer-causing impurities
Girl died of congenital condition, not school fight injuries, prosecutor says
A family attorney, however, says the girl was bullied for years and they still have questions about how she died
Amid measles outbreak, anti-vax mom defends "medical freedom"
There are at least 555 confirmed cases in 20 states, according to the CDC
Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats turns deadly
The outbreak has sickened eight people and led to one death, the CDC reports
McConnell proposes raising minimum age to buy tobacco to 21 nationwide
The bill will cover all tobacco products, including vaping devices
Gene therapy may be cure for "bubble boy disease"
Eight babies with "bubble boy disease" have had it fixed by a gene therapy made from one of the immune system's worst enemies
Deadly fungus is a problem, but don't freak out just yet
"This bug, this germ, raises the stakes in the issue of drug-resistant infections," says a reporter who uncovered the scope of the problem
Flight attendant in coma after contracting measles
The 43-year-old woman, who was seemingly healthy before getting measles, has now been in a coma for 10 days
Alex Trebek shares health update with fans
"I've always tried to be straight with you and I'm not going to stop now," he said in a Twitter video
Texas baby born without skin in critical condition
Doctors have tentatively diagnosed him with a rare genetic disorder
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Blasts rock churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday
Sri Lanka's state-run newspaper reported over 100 were dead and more than 500 others were injured
What we know so far about the upcoming royal baby arrival
Did the couple choose a name? Do we know the gender? What's the due date?
Woman fights for her brother's honor after brutal N.C. murder
The Irish businessman was beaten to death with a brick paver and a baseball bat in 2015 by his American au-pair-turned-wife and her father, a former FBI agent - who claim it was in self-defense
Memorial held on 20th anniversary of Columbine shooting
Starting in the morning, a steady stream of visitors stopped at a memorial that sits on a hill overlooking the school
Man believed to be in milita detaining migrants arrested
The videos posted earlier in the week show members of United Constitutional Patriots ordering family groups as small as seven and as large as several hundred to sit on the dirt with their children
$1 billion may not be enough to cover the cost of rebuilding Notre Dame
"We don't know if it's enough or not," a Notre Dame spokesperson said
Lawmaker slammed after saying nurses "play cards" during shifts
Maureen Walsh, a Republican from the Spokane area, was arguing for an amendment that would exclude small hospitals from a bill that would require nurses to have breaks
2 teens arrested in connection with journalist's killing
Lyra McKee, 29, was a rising star of investigative journalism
Tiger won't be euthanized after attacking zookeeper
The attack was reported around 9:30 a.m. at the Topeka Zoo and the victim was transported to a local hospital
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Memorial held on 20th anniversary of Columbine shooting
Starting in the morning, a steady stream of visitors stopped at a memorial that sits on a hill overlooking the school
Columbine shooting survivors reflect 20 years later
Craig Scott, Amanda Stair, Heather Martin, Michelle Wheeler and Frank DeAngelis spoke with Jeff Glor about their experiences since that day
Woman fights for her brother's honor after brutal N.C. murder
The Irish businessman was beaten to death with a brick paver and a baseball bat in 2015 by his American au-pair-turned-wife and her father, a former FBI agent - who claim it was in self-defense
Woman tossed puppies into Coachella dumpster, authorities say
The footage shows the woman getting out of her car and walking over towards the dumpster and she appears to be looking for a spot to leave them
Man believed to be in milita detaining migrants arrested
The videos posted earlier in the week show members of United Constitutional Patriots ordering family groups as small as seven and as large as several hundred to sit on the dirt with their children
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Top Democrat says he can foresee impeachment proceedings "possibly coming"
House Oversight and Reform Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings said Congress will continue to investigate President Trump
Maria Butina seeks a sentence of time served
The government has indicated it filed a motion that Butina has provided "substantial assistance" with them by cooperating
Florida man arrested for making threats to members of Congress
John Kless is accused of making threatening calls to U.S. Reps. Rashida Tlaib and Eric Swalwell and Sen. Cory Booker, and allegedly made threats against Rep. Ilhan Omar in those calls
Dems decline Barr's offer to view a less redacted Mueller report
The proposal would allow 12 members of Congress to review a version of the report with fewer redactions
Romney "sickened" by "dishonesty" in the White House
Romney also said it was "good news" that the president was not charged with obstruction of justice
World
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Blasts rock churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday
Sri Lanka's state-run newspaper reported over 100 were dead and more than 500 others were injured
What we know so far about the upcoming arrival of Harry and Meghan's baby
Did the couple choose a name? Do we know the gender? What's the due date?
Capturing carbon, once a fringe idea, may be key to fighting climate change
Even if we end CO2 emissions by 2055, global temperatures could stay dangerously high for decades
Blazes and tear gas mark yellow vest protest in Paris
The smell of tear gas mixed with black smoke choked the air
$1 billion may not be enough to cover the cost of rebuilding Notre Dame
"We don't know if it's enough or not," a Notre Dame spokesperson said
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John Singleton, "Boyz N the Hood" director, hospitalized after stroke
Singleton, best known for directing "Boyz N the Hood" and "Poetic Justice," suffered a stroke last week and remains hospitalized
Adele and husband Simon Konecki separate
"They are committed to raising their son together lovingly," Adele's representatives said in a statement
Star-studded climate change music video drops
The song and video were created to raise awareness and money for environmental causes
Rapper Cardi B rejects plea deal in strip club fight
Cardi B has rejected a plea deal in a case stemming from a New York strip club melee last August
Mayor Pete wants Phish at his inauguration
"It's worth a shot, maybe we should ask them," he said
Technology
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SpaceX suffers Crew Dragon engine test anomaly
SpaceX suffers engine "anomaly" in Crew Dragon test vehicle during Cape Canaveral engine test
The government might allow debt collectors to text consumers
A federal agency wants to update rules about how debt collectors contact borrowers. Consumer advocates fear abuses
Debt collectors could soon text and email you
A federal agency says debt-collection regulations need to be updated to reflect new technology like smartphones.
How to protect data when using health apps
Apps are being used for everything from tracking your diet to your daily steps and even your pregnancy. But that health-related data might not be as safe as you expect. Recent research published in BMJ, the British Medical Journal, found 79 percent of the top medication-related mobile apps shared user data in ways that may compromise sensitive information. Wired senior writer Issie Lapowsky joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest research.
Pinterest pinned hopes on big IPO. Looks like it got one
Stock price — trading under ticker symbol "PINS" — zoomed to nearly $25 a share from $19 opening bid within hours of NYSE debut
Science
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SpaceX suffers Crew Dragon engine test anomaly
SpaceX suffers engine "anomaly" in Crew Dragon test vehicle during Cape Canaveral engine test
Giant "lion" fossil found inside drawer at Kenyan museum
If it were standing today, the beast would be larger than a polar bear
New York City slashes its biggest source of carbon emissions
In a first, America's largest city is moving to curb emissions by requiring buildings to become more energy-efficient
12-foot, 1,600-lb shark being tracked in Gulf of Mexico
Researchers are OCEARCH are tracking the location of a giant great white shark
"Green" buildings sprouting in record numbers
Buildings around the globe account for roughly 40 percent of the world's carbon emissions. In response, a growing number of cities are adapting old and new structures in ways that save energy and cut down on emissions.
Health
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Lawmaker slammed after saying nurses "play cards" during shifts
Maureen Walsh, a Republican from the Spokane area, was arguing for an amendment that would exclude small hospitals from a bill that would require nurses to have breaks
CDC says this flu season is now the longest in a decade
One reason for the long flu season is that two types of flu viruses surfaced at different times
Allergy season kicks off as pollen counts explode nationwide
A recent study found climate change may be making things worse
If my measles shot was years ago, am I still protected?
An expert answers 5 common questions about the measles vaccine
Corporate America embraces 420 as pot legalization grows
April 20 marijuana holiday now a mainstream marketing gimmick, from Lyft's $4.20 credits to Carl's Jr.'s CBD burgers
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Gas prices above $4 in California for first time in five years
Fuel prices are up nationwide, too, as unexpected repairs put refineries out of action in West Coast and Rocky Mountains
1 in 4 millennials raiding 401(k)s early to pay debt
A generation defined by high levels of debt often thinks paying off credit cards and student loans trumps saving for retirement
Earth Day challenge for gardeners: Don't poison bees
To help, more garden centers are curbing, ending or labeling plants treated with potentially bee-harming pesticides
Fiat Chrysler recalls 320,000 cars due to rollaway risk
Transmission problem in Dodge Dart compact cars made from 2013 through 2016, when company stopped producing them.
Some millennials tap 401(k)s to pay down debt
For a generation defined by unprecedented levels of debt, paying down credit card and student loan bills trumps saving for retirement.
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Woman fights for her brother's honor after brutal N.C. murder
The Irish businessman was beaten to death with a brick paver and a baseball bat in 2015 by his American au-pair-turned-wife and her father, a former FBI agent - who claim it was in self-defense
Man believed to be in milita detaining migrants arrested
The videos posted earlier in the week show members of United Constitutional Patriots ordering family groups as small as seven and as large as several hundred to sit on the dirt with their children
Friends of man missing in NYC use social media to track his final steps
Google, Facebook and Instagram provide clues to mystery of Joey Comunale's disappearance
Suspected ax murderer at large after killing woman in Brooklyn
The carnage was discovered after the surviving victim hailed an Uber outside the Bushwick Houses at 1:30 a.m. Saturday
Seagram's heiress pleads guilty in NXIVM sex slave case
Clare Bronfman agreed to forfeit $6 million from a fortune prosecutors say is worth $200 million
Space
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Evidence found for first molecule in the universe
"This molecule was lurking out there, but we needed the right instruments," a top NASA scientist said
Watch: Rocket launches cargo to space station
An Antares rocket blasted off from the Wallops Island Flight Facility in Virginia carrying a Cygnus cargo ship loaded with supplies for the International Space Station.
Rocket launches with cargo for space station
Loaded with 3.8 tons of supplies and equipment, the Cygnus cargo ship will need two days to reach the space station
Researchers reveal changes to astronaut's body
Retired astronaut Scott Kelly, who spent 340 days in space during an extended stay aboard the International Space Station in 2015-16, did not suffer any major long-term health effects that might raise warning signs for future long-duration flights, scientists reported Thursday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN with details.
Israeli spacecraft fails to land on moon
CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood speaks to CBSN about the failed moon landing and Thursday's other headlines: SpaceX's second launch of their Falcon Heavy rocket and NASA's report that astronaut Scott Kelly experienced biological changes during his year-long orbit in space.
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Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense with a brick paver and a baseball bat because Jason was choking Molly and threatening to kill her
Photos: Fire burns Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
On April 15, 2019 flames erupted at the landmark cathedral, the most-visited landmark in the French capital
Star Wars Celebration 2019
The four-day convention for fans of the Star Wars saga, held in Chicago, included cosplayers, panels with the filmmakers, and the debut of the trailer for Episode IX of the series
Awkward Easter Bunny photos
Children love the Easter Bunny – until they meet him
The folk art of Bill Traylor
Born into slavery, the self-taught painter who began his artistic life in his 80s is the focus of a retrospective at the Smithsonian American Art Museum
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Murder victim's girlfriend: "Watch who you're with"
Elisa Libretto, Joey Comunale’s longtime girlfriend, tells "48 Hours" what she hopes people take away from his story.
Excerpt: James Rackover's phone calls from jail
James Rackover, charged with second-degree murder and other crimes in the death of Joey Comunale, made several phone calls to friends while awaiting trial and being held at the Manhattan Detention Complex. Listen to excerpts from two of his calls.
Joey Comunale remembered as "one of a kind"
Joseph Comunale, 26, had hundreds of friends according to those closest to him. He is remembered as a loving a friend, a caring son, and as the glue that has kept those he loved together. Comunale was killed on Nov. 13, 2016, in New York City.
Blasts reported at churches and hotels in Sri Lanka
At least six explosions rocked churches and hotels in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday. A hospital official said scores were injured and at least two dozen dead. BBC News reports from the scene in Colombo.
(Un)Welcome: Sweden's rise of the right
In this installment of CBSN Originals’ ongoing examination at how migration is reshaping the world, 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.