$2.3 million worth of marijuana seized in shipment of jalapeños
Nearly 4 tons of the drug was found among the peppers at the Otay Mesa cargo facility in San Diego on Thursday
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High-end shops for the marijuana smoker
Luxury retailers like Barneys are offering a new kind of indulgence for customers in the market for pot paraphernalia
Illinois becomes 11th state to legalize recreational marijuana
The bill allows Illinois residents to buy up to 30 grams of marijuana at a time starting in 2020
Driving while high: Offenders don't think they'll be arrested
AAA says in the last 30 days, almost 15 million drivers got behind the wheel within an hour of using marijuana
Nevada job applicants can skip marijuana testing
The state legalized recreational cannabis in 2016 and now becomes the first to ban failing job applicants because of the substance
CBD: On a real market high
Cannabidiol, a chemical compound extracted from hemp, is now at the center of a swiftly-growing industry which last year derived about $600 million in U.S. sales
Ex-NFL player believes "sensible" cannabis policy coming by 2021
In recent years, several NFL players have missed a majority of their season due to violations of the NFL's substance abuse policy, possibly connected to marijuana use
Will pot legalization sway the vote in 2020?
65 percent of Americans think marijuana should be legal, but 56 percent said the issue wouldn't sway their vote for a candidate across party lines
Smoking pot in pregnancy may raise risks for baby
As more states legalize cannabis, doctors are concerned it may give the false impression that it's safe to use during pregnancy
Marijuana-related ER visits climb at Colorado hospital
New research shows pot's bad effects are sending more people to the emergency room
New Jersey lawmakers delay vote on recreational pot
While governor pushes for passage and the expungement of marijuana-related criminal records, critics push back, and dozens of towns pre-emptively ban weed
Smoking strong pot daily linked to increased risk of psychosis
The research adds to previous studies that have found links between marijuana and mental health problems, but still does not definitively pinpoint marijuana as the cause
Smoking medical marijuana becomes legal in Florida
Florida health department must create guidelines for doctors who are planning to prescribe smokable medical marijuana, which may create delays for some patients
Booker introduces bill to legalize marijuana, with support from 2020 rivals
Four of Booker's opponents for the nomination are among the co-sponsors of his Marijuana Justice Act
Mass. post offices confiscated record number of marijuana packages last year
While it is legal to buy and sell marijuana in Massachusetts, it is not legal to mail it
Baltimore's top prosecutor seeks to right "extraordinary wrong" with petition
Marilyn Mosby filed a legal petition that could throw out nearly 5,000 marijuana convictions
Study reveals top reason people use medical marijuana
More than 30 states now allow marijuana for dozens of health problems if a doctor approves
The cannabis industry is hiring
With more than 30 states legalizing the drug, businesses are looking for a wide range of professionals.
Legal marijuana in 2019?
The Democratic takeover of Congress could mean marijuana could be legalized by the end of the year. James Higdon, who wrote about the likelihood of federal legislation of marijuana for Politico, joins CBSN to discuss.
CBS rejects Super Bowl ad touting benefits of medical marijuana
Medical marijuana is legal in 33 states and Washington, D.C., but its use is still banned in the NFL
Trump admin may shift stance on marijuana enforcement
William Barr said at his confirmation hearing this week that he wouldn't use federal resources to "go after" pot sales in states where it's legal
Film festival aims to reduce marijuana stigma as N.Y. moves closer to legalization
"I think it will change, but I don't think it's going to happen overnight ... I think there is still a ton of education that needs to happen," said Michael Zaytsev, founder and CEO of High N.Y.
2019 NYC Cannabis Film Festival preview
The New York City Cannabis Film Festival started in 2015 to help change the stigma surrounding marijuana. Michael Zaytsev, founder of High NY and author of "The Entrepreneur's Guide to Cannabis," joins CBSN to discuss.
"Sin industries" to watch in 2019
A new report by Axios is highlighting certain "sin industries" that could make it big in the new year. The business editor at Axios, Dan Primack, joined CBSN by phone to talk about the future of marijuana and sports betting.
Father fights to legalize marijuana in bid to help son
"We just want a chance to prove and to show that cannabis has medical properties and cannabis can help patients and kids like Jagger"
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"Lord, forgive them": Texas inmate's last words before execution
Larry Swearingen, 48, received a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville for the 1998 killing of 19-year-old Melissa Trotter
Mom claims fake Child Protective Services workers tried to take son
The alleged incident that took place in Washington state is every parent's nightmare
Panthers are struggling to walk and officials don't know why
Trail footage shows kittens stumbling and falling down, as if unable to control their hind legs
Washington Governor Jay Inslee drops out of 2020 presidential race
The Democratic candidate, who made fighting climate change a central theme of his campaign, made the announcement late Wednesday
Sean Spicer joins "Dancing with the Stars" cast
ABC's hit show "Dancing with the Stars" is about to get a lot spicier in its 28th season
Reported illness among vapers reaches 150 possible cases
Health officials are now looking into more than 150 possible cases in 16 states
Wisdom teeth removal contributes to opioid crisis, experts warn
Many who have their wisdom teeth removed are prescribed opioid painkillers – but there may be a better, safer option
One state might have a solution to the staffing crisis in prisons
As states grapple with how to retain those willing to enter the profession, one official thinks he's found a way to make working behind bars more attractive
Trump administration unveils rule to detain migrant families longer
The White House hopes to upend a landmark court settlement that has governed the care of migrant children in U.S. custody for two decades
Man caught with guns and extremist material after car accident in N.J.
Authorities in New Jersey found more than a dozen guns, a grenade launcher and items with white supremacist symbols
The Fed says trade is main reason U.S. economy is slowing
While President Trump blasts Jerome Powell for slowdown, Fed officials put the blame squarely on trade tensions
Veteran's widow speaks out after former VA doctor charged in deaths
Wife of retired Army Sergeant Michael McCoy says he knew the Veterans Affairs "had failed him"
Rapidly decaying Titanic could disappear in decades
Explorers on the first manned voyage in nearly 15 years were astonished by the famous ship's rapid decay
Stolen dog found by local CBS reporter
After seeing surveillance of Lucy being stolen, KHOU-TV reporter Matthew Dougherty made it his mission to find her
School district investigating video showing teens giving Nazi salute
One clip showed a student wearing a Confederate flag
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Study raises concerns about microplastics in drinking water
"If you ask somebody whether they'd like their water with or without plastic, I doubt you'd get any answer other than, 'hold the plastic, please!'"
Black hole possibly swallowed neutron star, causing ripples in space
The cosmic collision could be the first example of a black hole colliding with a neutron star — possibly offering new insights into the expansion of the universe
Rapidly decaying Titanic could disappear in decades
Explorers on the first manned voyage in nearly 15 years were astonished by the famous ship's rapid decay
U.S. athletes punished for protesting at Pan American Games
Fencer Race Imboden kneeled on the medal stand and hammer thrower Gwen Berry raised her fist during the national anthem and both face 12-month probation
Spacewalk installs key upgrade to station
The new port will allow two U.S. commercial crew ships to dock at the space station at the same time
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"Lord, forgive them": Texas inmate's last words before execution
Larry Swearingen, 48, received a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville for the 1998 killing of 19-year-old Melissa Trotter
Mom claims fake Child Protective Services workers tried to take son
The alleged incident that took place in Washington state is every parent's nightmare
Panthers are struggling to walk and officials don't know why
Trail footage shows kittens stumbling and falling down, as if unable to control their hind legs
Washington Governor Jay Inslee drops out of 2020 presidential race
The Democratic candidate, who made fighting climate change a central theme of his campaign, made the announcement late Wednesday
Sean Spicer joins "Dancing with the Stars" cast
ABC's hit show "Dancing with the Stars" is about to get a lot spicier in its 28th season
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Washington Governor Jay Inslee drops out of 2020 presidential race
The Democratic candidate, who made fighting climate change a central theme of his campaign, made the announcement late Wednesday
Trump administration unveils rule to detain migrant families longer
The White House hopes to upend a landmark court settlement that has governed the care of migrant children in U.S. custody for two decades
The Fed says trade is main reason U.S. economy is slowing
While President Trump blasts Jerome Powell for slowdown, Fed officials put the blame squarely on trade tensions
Trump naysayers want to see what the mood is in New Hampshire
John Kasich is planning a visit to New Hampshire next month, and Mark Sanford has also made a trip to the state
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Kasich plans New Hampshire trip
And Mark Sanford, who's considering a White House run, told CBS. "If you look at a state like New Hampshire, there certainly is historic precedent for somebody getting in during this window of time"
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Sean Spicer joins "Dancing with the Stars" cast
ABC's hit show "Dancing with the Stars" is about to get a lot spicier in its 28th season
Woodstock at 50, in the words, and music, of those who were there
A half-century after a mass of humanity converged on a farm in Bethel, N.Y. for three days of peace and music, musicians and concert-goers recall a unique moment for their generation
The Obamas' first film, "American Factory," debuts on Netflix
Documentary explores impact of globalization, centering on a closed Ohio plant that reopens under Chinese management
Rescue pup to star in "Lady and the Tramp" remake
Just last year, Monte was living in a shelter – now he's on the road to fame
Revitalizing a Detroit neighborhood with objects left behind
The Heidelberg Project now attracts an estimated 200,000 visitors a year
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Instagram says there's "no truth" to new hoax post, so don't share it
The fake notice has already fooled many of your friends and many celebrities
Facebook will let users see how company tracks them
Users will be able to disconnect their account from data Facebook gathers elsewhere on the web—after a wait period
More than 20 Texas local governments hit by ransomware attack
Cyberattack typically spreads through malicious links in emails and has crippled a string of cities in recent years
Proposed laws could change how consumers get smartphones repaired
Twenty states are considering so-called "Right to Repair" bills to allow electronics to be fixed without jeopardizing quality or voiding warranties
Coming soon to Netflix: Movie trailers crafted by AI
Streaming giant is investing in tech that can automate part of the trailer-making process for its massive library
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Panthers are struggling to walk and officials don't know why
Trail footage shows kittens stumbling and falling down, as if unable to control their hind legs
Study raises concerns about microplastics in drinking water
"If you ask somebody whether they'd like their water with or without plastic, I doubt you'd get any answer other than, 'hold the plastic, please!'"
Black hole possibly swallowed neutron star, causing ripples in space
The cosmic collision could be the first example of a black hole colliding with a neutron star — possibly offering new insights into the expansion of the universe
Rapidly decaying Titanic could disappear in decades
Explorers on the first manned voyage in nearly 15 years were astonished by the famous ship's rapid decay
Louisiana island may soon be lost to rising waters
Rising sea levels and the intrusion of salt water from the Gulf of Mexico have destroyed much of the island's natural protective barrier
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Reported illness among vapers reaches 150 possible cases
Health officials are now looking into more than 150 possible cases in 16 states
Study raises concerns about microplastics in drinking water
"If you ask somebody whether they'd like their water with or without plastic, I doubt you'd get any answer other than, 'hold the plastic, please!'"
Wisdom teeth removal contributes to opioid crisis, experts warn
Many who have their wisdom teeth removed are prescribed opioid painkillers – but there may be a better, safer option
Veteran's widow speaks out after former VA doctor charged in deaths
Wife of retired Army Sergeant Michael McCoy says he knew the Veterans Affairs "had failed him"
How much a family with good health insurance spent last year
Employee health care costs have risen twice as fast as wages—those with coverage pay thousands of dollars more
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How much a family with good health insurance spent last year
Employee health care costs have risen twice as fast as wages—those with coverage pay thousands of dollars more
Why Trump's payroll tax cut wouldn't do much for the economy
As the White House vacillates over another another tax cut, economists of all political stripes say: Don't bother
The Fed says trade is main reason U.S. economy is slowing
While President Trump blasts Jerome Powell for slowdown, Fed officials put the blame squarely on trade tensions
The Obamas' first film, "American Factory," debuts on Netflix
Documentary explores impact of globalization, centering on a closed Ohio plant that reopens under Chinese management
Why U.S. Steel, a showcase for Trump, is laying off workers
Donald Trump has touted his steel tariffs as bolstering U.S. Steel, but market stagnation is hurting demand
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Parkland survivors unveil gun control plan
Student activists and survivors of the 2018 deadly mass shooting in Parkland, Florida -- including David Hogg -- are proposing bold action to reduce gun violence by half over the next decade. The initiative led by March for Our Lives -- the group of former Parkland students who have turned to promoting gun reform in the wake of the mass shooting -- is called the Peace Plan for a Safer America.
America's deadliest mass shootings
These are the deadliest mass shootings in American history
"Lord, forgive them": Texas inmate's last words before execution
Larry Swearingen, 48, received a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville for the 1998 killing of 19-year-old Melissa Trotter
Mom claims fake Child Protective Services workers tried to take son
The alleged incident that took place in Washington state is every parent's nightmare
Woman says fake CPS workers tried to "snatch" son
Jessi McCombs claims that two imposters from Child Protective Service came to her Washington home and tried taking her 4-year-old son. KIRO-TV's Michael Spears reports.
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Black hole possibly swallowed neutron star, causing ripples in space
The cosmic collision could be the first example of a black hole colliding with a neutron star — possibly offering new insights into the expansion of the universe
Spacewalk installs key upgrade to station
The new port will allow two U.S. commercial crew ships to dock at the space station at the same time
NASA's step forward in new moon plan
NASA has moved a step closer in resuming human space missions since the program was shuttered in 2011. CBS News' Marc Liverman reports from Huntsville, Alabama, where NASA announced it will manage the building of the new human lunar lander.
NASA picks Alabama space center for moon lander program
The lander is a critical element in NASA's plans to return astronauts to the moon in 2024
Milky Way black hole emits mysterious light flare
Scientists spot a flare of light coming from a black hole in the Milky Way. Syracuse University physics professor Duncan Brown explains to CBSN how the mysterious event may have occurred.
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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
Michael Gargiulo case: Stabbing deaths of three women linked to suspected serial killer
Investigators link murders of Tricia Pacaccio, Ashley Ellerin and Maria Bruno to same suspect: Michael Gargiulo
The worst movies of 2019
The worst films of the year star big name actors, including Keanu Reeves, Anne Hathaway, and Chris Hemsworth.
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
A traveling exhibition of gothic and occult art, sideshow performers, and bizarre specimens stopped outside Chicago, where CBS News photographer Jake Barlow took in the odd sights
New York's Central Park
America's first major landscaped public park, the 840-acre park in Manhattan welcomes more than 37 million visitors every year
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Parkland survivors unveil gun control plan
Student activists and survivors of the 2018 deadly mass shooting in Parkland, Florida -- including David Hogg -- are proposing bold action to reduce gun violence by half over the next decade. The initiative led by March for Our Lives -- the group of former Parkland students who have turned to promoting gun reform in the wake of the mass shooting -- is called the Peace Plan for a Safer America.
Early voting starts in North Carolina 9th District
Early voting began Wednesday in North Carolina's Ninth Congressional District, the last undecided race of the 2018 midterms. WBTV chief investigative reporter Nick Ochsner joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the candidate's messages.
Florida panthers seen with health disorder
Several panthers and bobcats in Florida appear to have developed a mysterious disorder, and it's catching the attention of wildlife officials. The animals have been spotted struggling to walk properly and are having difficulty using their hind legs, often stumbling and falling down. Some believe they may have been poisoned. WINK-TV's Breana Ross reports.
A climate reckoning in the heartland
A historic flood in March 2019 left much of America's heartland under water. Grain farmers already struggling to bounce back from the Chinese trade war must now grapple with the realities of climate change that threaten to change the future of farming forever. Now, some farmers are implementing practices that could potentially reverse the effects of climate change – and provide a bigger profit. In this CBSN Originals documentary, Adam Yamaguchi travels to Nebraska, where he meets two farmers on different paths, both determined to pass their legacies on to the next generation.
Woman says fake CPS workers tried to "snatch" son
Jessi McCombs claims that two imposters from Child Protective Service came to her Washington home and tried taking her 4-year-old son. KIRO-TV's Michael Spears reports.
