Attorneys denounce new tent courts for asylum seekers
Hearings for some migrants are now being held in makeshift border courthouses surrounded by barbed wire fencing where judges appear via video teleconference
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Children separated from families could suffer long-term health issues
"As they become adults, we see continued anxiety, continued depression, real PTSD"
U.S.-Mexico border wall: What it really looks like
You've heard a lot of talk about the wall. Here's what it's really like.
Immigrants wait for hearings in "tent courts"
There are 66 mini courtrooms in Brownsville that are connected to judges across the country via video conferencing
Top Trump official says asylum restriction will be "deterrent" for migrants
"The president has been very clear about the need to be aggressive on the border — and that's exactly what we're doing," Acting USCIS Director Ken Cuccinelli said on "Face the Nation" Sunday
Rep. Omar calls Supreme Court asylum decision "legally and morally wrong"
Lawmaker says the high court has made unjust rulings throughout American history, including ones that sanctioned racial segregation and decreed that African Americans were not U.S. citizens
Doctors in Congress urge officials to offer migrants flu shots
Three physicians serving in Congress called the current policy of not providing flu shots to migrant families and children in Border Patrol custody "dangerous" and "shortsighted"
Dems draw stark contrasts with Trump on immigration in debate
Asked about the high number of deportations during President Obama's tenure, Biden demurred and instead vowed to roll back Trump's hardline immigration polices
SCOTUS rules Trump administration can enforce border asylum ban
The Supreme Court on Wednesday allowed the Trump administration to enforce its most ambitious effort yet to make it more difficult for migrants to seek asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border
Government watchdog to probe Trump's land seizures to build wall
Congress' independent watchdog will investigate the administration's intensifying efforts to seize private land to build barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border
Mexico writes off "safe third country" immigration deal with U.S.
Mexico's top diplomat touted his government's efforts to stem the flow of migrants trying to the reach the U.S. and cast a "safe third country" agreement as unnecessary and politically untenable
Judge again blocks Trump's border asylum ban
The ruling blocks — for a second time — the Trump administration's most sweeping effort yet to restrict the nation's asylum system for migrants who seek refuge at the U.S.-Mexico border.
CBP chief says Mexico contributed to big drop in migrant arrests
Customs and Border Protection chief Mark Morgan said the controversial "Remain in Mexico" policy has been a "game changer" in deterring migrant families considering journeying to the U.S.-Mexico border
11 migrant parents separated from kids can return to U.S.
The federal judge found that some of the migrants might have been forced into authorizing their deportation, so they should be let back into the U.S. so they can reunite with their children
School construction among military projects cut to pay for border wall
The administration is planning to divert military funds allocated to build shooting ranges, missile launching pads and even schools for children at military bases in the U.S. and abroad
Palestinian Harvard freshman kept out of U.S. allowed in, after all
He was denied entry at Boston's Logan Airport but is in U.S. now on student visa; administration staying mum on why he was blocked in first place
Pentagon approves use of $3.6 billion for border wall
The administration is using funds from 127 military projects in the U.S. and abroad to construct 175 miles of border barriers
Some health-related deferred deportation requests to be processed
After a public uproar, the Trump administration said it will process medical deferred action requests that were pending on August 7. But the program has been closed for future applicants
Aid worker: U.S. returning migrants to "war zones" in Mexico
Doctors Without Borders' Sergio Martin has worked in war-torn countries for years. He never imagined witnessing so much violence in areas the U.S. is sending thousands of asylum seekers back to
DHS chief: Transfer of funds to border won't impact hurricane response
Acting Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan defended the controversial decision to divert millions in disaster relief funds to the southern border as his agency prepares to respond to Hurricane Dorian
Child advocacy groups ask judge to block indefinite detainment
The organizations, which include the American Academy of Pediatrics, say a new federal rule would harm migrant children and deprive them of certain rights
Lawmakers decry plan to deport sick immigrants
Trump administration abruptly shuttered a program that offered certain immigrants, including children with life-threatening health conditions, a temporary reprieve from deportation
Who would be affected by new citizenship policy for kids born abroad
"This discourages people from wanting to work for the government overseas, because you're going to hurt yourself and your family if you do that," retired Lieutenant Colonel Margaret Stock told CBS News
Seriously ill immigrant kids facing possible deportation
As part of a new Trump administration policy, a program that allowed immigrants to get treatment in the U.S. was changed
Detained migrant kids might soon lose access to judges
New plan would create an internal system to decide whether unaccompanied migrant children can be held indefinitely in jail-like "secure facilities"
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Judge temporarily blocks laws that stop demonstrations against pipeline
A lawsuit spearheaded by the American Civil Liberties Union against Gov. Kristi Noem alleges that the legislation chills protected speech
Seniors will soon have their own IRS tax form
New Form 1040-SR should allow seniors to file income taxes without benefit of an accountant -- or a magnifying glass
Trump pushes tweet claiming Omar partied on 9/11 anniversary
"The President of the United States is continuing to spread lies that put my life at risk," Omar wrote on Twitter
Delta flight makes emergency landing after quick 29,000-foot descent
Flight from Atlanta to Fort Lauderdale was diverted to Tampa, where it landed safely
Pete Buttigieg's answer to "Medicare for All" includes a public option
Buttigieg likes to say that his health care plan is "Medicare for All Who Want It," that is, it would allow patients to purchase private insurance if they prefer
Josh Turner road crew bus runs off highway, killing one, injuring 7
Bus ran off road in Shandon, between L.A. and San Francisco, and down a steep embankment, authorities say
Teacher fired after allegedly calling black students "devil" in note
Middle schoolers in Cobb County, Georgia, outside Atlanta, sent pictures of the note they said they found to their parents
"John Doe" who accused Kevin Spacey of sexual assault dies
The filing triggers a 90-day countdown for an estate to be substituted substiuted for John Doe, attorneys for John Doe said
New Epstein lawsuit details abuse and accuses aides
The unnamed accuser claims Epstein sexually abused her for three years starting when she was just 14
Instagram plans to restrict posts promoting weight loss products
Influencers promoting diet teas, supplements and certain cosmetic surgeries may have their posts hidden or removed completely
Trump touts "virtually impenetrable" barriers during border visit
"This wall, you won't be able to touch it. You can fry an egg on that wall — it's very very hot," the president told reporters
Attorneys denounce new tent courts for asylum seekers
Hearings for some migrants are now being held in makeshift border courthouses surrounded by barbed wire fencing where judges appear via video teleconference
Imelda, now a tropical depression, moves away from Houston
National Hurricane Center said flash flood watches were still in effect for southeast Texas and parts of southwest Louisiana
Trump won't back universal background checks as gun talks continue
A universal background checks bill passed by the House earlier this year is firmly off the table, according to a source familiar with ongoing discussions
Woman says Lyft treated her "callously" after alleged assault
Alison Turkos said she was kidnapped and raped during a ride in 2017
World
More WorldCan Israel's Netanyahu cut a deal to stay in power?
With no clear election winner, the prime minister may need backing from some staunch foes to ensure his political survival, and possibly to stay out of jail
U.S. strike allegedly kills civilians as Taliban blows up a hospital
U.S. confirms strike targeting ISIS, says it is trying to "determine the facts" as Taliban bomb tears through hospital killing at least 20
Photo shows Justin Trudeau wearing brownface at 2001 party
Trudeau was a 29-year-old teacher at West Point Grey Academy and was attending a party with an "Arabian Nights" theme
Teens pledge not to have kids until action taken on climate
"It's a really adult decision that I'm having to make because my leaders are acting like children," said the creator of the pledge
Saudi oil attack was approved by Iran's supreme leader, U.S. official says
Saudi Arabia on Wednesday displayed wreckage of what it said were Iranian cruise missiles and drones
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Seniors will soon have their own IRS tax form
New Form 1040-SR should allow seniors to file income taxes without benefit of an accountant -- or a magnifying glass
Trump pushes tweet claiming Omar partied on 9/11 anniversary
"The President of the United States is continuing to spread lies that put my life at risk," Omar wrote on Twitter
Delta flight makes emergency landing after quick 29,000-foot descent
Flight from Atlanta to Fort Lauderdale was diverted to Tampa, where it landed safely
Pete Buttigieg's answer to "Medicare for All" includes a public option
Buttigieg likes to say that his health care plan is "Medicare for All Who Want It," that is, it would allow patients to purchase private insurance if they prefer
Josh Turner road crew bus runs off highway, killing one, injuring 7
Bus ran off road in Shandon, between L.A. and San Francisco, and down a steep embankment, authorities say
Politics
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Trump pushes tweet claiming Omar partied on 9/11 anniversary
"The President of the United States is continuing to spread lies that put my life at risk," Omar wrote on Twitter
Pete Buttigieg's answer to "Medicare for All" includes a public option
Buttigieg likes to say that his health care plan is "Medicare for All Who Want It," that is, it would allow patients to purchase private insurance if they prefer
Trump threatens to use EPA to tackle San Francisco's homeless problem
Accuses city of letting lots of waste, including needles, go through storm drains into ocean; mayor calls assertions "ridiculous"
Photo shows Justin Trudeau wearing brownface at 2001 party
Trudeau was a 29-year-old teacher at West Point Grey Academy and was attending a party with an "Arabian Nights" theme
Trump touts "virtually impenetrable" barriers during border visit
"This wall, you won't be able to touch it. You can fry an egg on that wall — it's very very hot," the president told reporters
Entertainment
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Get paid $1,300 to watch Stephen King movies before Halloween
This company is looking for one (un)lucky winner for "the scariest social experiment of the season"
"Bachelor" makes history with show's first LGBTQ proposal
Demi Burnett and Kristian Haggerty are the first same-sex proposal in the franchise's 17-year history
Scenes from Riot Fest music festival
The 15th annual edition of the Chicago music festival, heavily geared toward punk rock, featured three days of performances by 91 bands and solo acts
New list shows world's best restaurants
Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine magazines have released a new list of the world's best restaurants. Travel + Leisure editor-in-chief Jacqui Gifford joins CBSN to talk about their choices.
Star discusses pressure of turning "Downton Abbey" into a film
The Oscar-nominated actress told "CBS This Morning" about the film, "We want to go back in time. Indulge in the nostalgia of people missing the series, as much as they miss that era"
Technology
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Instagram plans to restrict posts promoting weight loss products
Influencers promoting diet teas, supplements and certain cosmetic surgeries may have their posts hidden or removed completely
200,000 people applied for jobs at Amazon in a single week
While New Yorkers repelled the ecommerce giant's expansion plans, job applications are flying in from other places
You might have never heard of America's top-paying company
Want to earn six figures? Your best bet is in high tech, which dominates the list of best-paying companies
Facebook to train AI systems using police videos
Social media company is moving to crack down on extremist material on its platform, including real violence
Despite hot year for IPOs, WeWork's stock sale delayed
The money-losing co-working company is pushing back its IPO amid a frosty reception over its valuation and business model
Science
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Navy official confirms "unidentified aerial phenomena" videos
The admission comes after apparently declassified videos were made public in recent years
New York bans flavored e-cigarettes after 7th death nationwide
Governor Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, had proposed the emergency ban Sunday, citing surging use among young people
Climate change front and center as U.N. gathers for annual summit
An initiative sparked by a young climate activist will steal a lot of limelight, but crises in the Mideast, Asia and even the U.K. will also come to the fore in New York
Pacific Ocean "blob" harming marine life
Rising temperatures are causing coral reefs to crumble and another blob could decimate the shellfish industry
Climate change will be an issue for most voters in 2020 — CBS News poll
But compared to other issues, Democrats rate the climate change issue more importantly than Republicans do
Health
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Children separated from families could suffer long-term health issues
"As they become adults, we see continued anxiety, continued depression, real PTSD"
Cancer concerns halt distribution of heartburn drug Zantac
Drug giant conducting its own investigation into traces of a potentially cancer-causing ingredient in heartburn med
Scientific breakthrough may eventually help blind to see
A handful of volunteers are already seeing the promise of a new device, about 18 months into a five-year clinical study
Michigan sounds alarm on mosquito-borne virus after 3 deaths
Death typically occurs two to 10 days after onset of symptoms but can occur much later, according to the CDC
Abortion rate drops to lowest level since Roe v. Wade
Experts say the drop is because of a declining pregnancy rate and laws targeting the operations of abortion providers
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Seniors will soon have their own IRS tax form
New Form 1040-SR should allow seniors to file income taxes without benefit of an accountant -- or a magnifying glass
Woman says Lyft treated her "callously" after alleged assault
Alison Turkos said she was kidnapped and raped during a ride in 2017
How much would you pay to save your pet?
Many pet owners shell out thousands of dollars in vet costs, while animal insurance remains a rarity
New lawsuit against Lyft alleges kidnapping and gang-rape
Alison Turkos said her Lyft driver kidnapped her at gunpoint in New York City in 2017 and then raped her with two men
FedEx stock tumbles after profit miss on "trade tensions"
The delivery company blamed uncertainty over trade and the loss of business from retail giant Amazon
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"John Doe" who accused Kevin Spacey of sexual assault dies
The filing triggers a 90-day countdown for an estate to be substituted substiuted for John Doe, attorneys for John Doe said
New Epstein lawsuit details abuse and accuses aides
The unnamed accuser claims Epstein sexually abused her for three years starting when she was just 14
Woman says Lyft treated her "callously" after alleged assault
Alison Turkos said she was kidnapped and raped during a ride in 2017
Judge barred for posting noose and "MAGA" message
The judge's post was "the very antithesis of law and justice," the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct determined
Man arrested for "terroristic" threat against Planned Parenthood
Daniel Kibler, 28, was arrested on Sunday afternoon when a SWAT team found a homemade "destructive device" located in an "open-top container" in his home
Space
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Brad Pitt asks NASA astronaut: Who was better — me or Clooney?
Pitt plays an astronaut in his newest film, "Ad Astra", which will be released nationwide Friday
Friday the 13th to get full Harvest Moon
Lucky us – the rare occurrence hasn't happened in 19 years
Fire delays rocket launch to the International Space Station
It's not yet known when the HTV-8 cargo ship will be launched to the International Space Station
India fails to land on the moon
India hoped to become the fourth nation to soft-land on the moon with their Chandrayaan-2 space mission. But their space agency, ISRO, lost communication with their lander just before the mission was complete. CBS News Space Consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN to discuss the apparent failure.
Indian spacecraft apparently crashes in moon landing attempt
India seeks to join the U.S., Russia and China as the only countries to successfully land a spacecraft on the moon
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Scenes from Riot Fest music festival
The 15th annual edition of the Chicago music festival, heavily geared toward punk rock, featured three days of performances by 91 bands and solo acts
U.S.-Mexico border wall: What it really looks like
You've heard a lot of talk about the wall. Here's what it's really like.
Photographer Robert Frank 1924-2019
A look back at the work of one of the most influential of photographers who created intimate, moody portraits of an America struggling to define itself in a post-war world
Photos: Hurricane Dorian's devastation
"Everything's gone! Everything!" one woman said after Dorian slammed into the Bahamas
The most valuable NFL teams in 2019, ranked
Thanks to some pricey TV deals, a relocation, and brand-new stadiums, the NFL has never been more valuable.
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Meet Dona, an entrepreneur & "Ninja Cat"
Dona Sarkar is a Microsoft engineer. But she's also much more. Author? Designer? TedX speaker? Yes, yes and yes.
Pompeo calls Saudi oil attack an "act of war"
Iran's foreign minister says any attack on his country would lead to "all-out war." President Trump says he's in no hurry to do what he calls "dastardly things" in response to a missile and drone strike, blamed on Iran, that damaged Saudi Arabian oil facilities. Ian Lee reports.
Delta probing dramatic mid-air descent
Delta is investigating the cause of a dramatic mid-air descent that dropped passengers thousands of feet. Flight 2353 took off from Atlanta Wednesday for Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The website FlightAware shows the plane descended from 39,000 feet to 10,000 in less than eight minutes. It made an emergency landing in Tampa.
Drinking culture and American kids
On America's college campuses, there are epidemics we talk about and those we don't. When sexual assaults or fraternity hazing deaths make headlines, court cases follow and new rules are enacted, but less attention is paid to an underlying issue – binge drinking culture. CBSN Originals explores how drinking to excess is not only considered normal, but cool, and how for many young people "blacking out" is less a rarity than an every weekend occurrence – with grave consequences.
Mechanic charged with sabotaging plane
There are new details in the case of an airline mechanic accused of sabotaging an American Airlines jetliner. Prosecutors say evidence unveiled at the suspect's bail hearing revealed he stored ISIS videos on his phone and made statements wishing Allah would harm non-Muslims. Kris Van Cleave reports.
