With evictions restarting, housing advocates fear another COVID wave
Analysis shows 4 in 5 at-risk renters living in coronavirus hot spots, sparking fears of more sickness and death if an eviction wave materializes.
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Lawsuit claims J&J knowingly put Black women at risk of cancer
Johnson & Johnson knowingly marketed baby powder to Black women even though it could cause cancer, lawsuit argues.
Activision faces fallout from employees angered by harassment suit
More than 2,000 current and former employees sign letter in support of lawsuit claims of abusive "frat boy" work culture.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
As the IRS distributes the $1,400 stimulus payments, some lawmakers say the money won't last three months.
Frito-Lay workers back at work with one guaranteed day off a week
New contract sets limits on what had been mandatory 84-hour work weeks for some at plant in Topeka, Kansas.
Infrastructure deal may create 500,000 jobs, trade group says
Analysis paid for by the likes of Caterpillar and John Deere comes amid pressure from big business to pass bipartisan deal.
Walmart's college tuition program now free for all its workers
Nation's biggest private employer pledges nearly $1 billion over five years on employee training and development.
Delta variant threatens leisure and hospitality businesses
Leisure and hospitality businesses, including restaurants that have just begun to regain their footing, are most vulnerable.
All U.S. health care workers must get vaccinated, med groups say
As the Delta variant spreads, hospital employees have a morale imperative to get immunized, AMA and others argue.
Hiring in urban centers isn't keeping up with the burbs
Data from small- and mid-sized businesses show employment in suburbia recovering much faster than in city centers.
How Biden's EO could make it easier to quit your job
President's executive order aims to change restrictive employment agreements that tie workers to a single employer.
Fewer Americans than ever are donating to charity
Declining levels of trust among Americans for institutions and each other may contribute to drop in charitable giving.
Jobless Florida residents sue to get their federal pandemic benefits back
Unemployed Floridians in Broward County join peers in Oklahoma, Texas and Indiana in fighting for extra $300 a week in aid.
Jet fuel shortages hit Western airports
The demand for jet fuel is up as firefighting aircraft battle blazes across the West.
What to do if your Child Tax Credit payment is wrong or missing
Some parents say their checks weren't for the correct amount, while others are still waiting. Here are a few answers.
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Whistleblowers detail poor conditions for migrant kids in U.S. tent camp
Migrant children housed at the Fort Bliss tent camp "felt like they were in prison and often begged 'please get me out of here, I don't know if I can take it anymore,'" according to a new whistleblower complaint.
Cop facing felony charges after video of violent arrest released
Officer John Haubert is seen in the video hitting Kyle Vinson with his gun at least seven times. Aurora's chief of police called the arrest, "a despicable act."
Simone Biles pulls out of Olympic all-around competition
She withdrew to focus on her mental well-being, USA Gymnastics said. The move came a day after Biles removed herself from the team final because she felt she wasn't mentally ready.
TikTok star wounded, friend shot dead inside movie theater
Rylee Goodrich was dead, and Anthony Barajas was on life support, police said.
Schumer says Senate could hold key infrastructure vote tonight
Negotiators are rushing to finalize details of the bill that includes some of President Biden's key domestic priorities.
DOJ won't represent GOP congressman in January 6 suit
The Justice Department said it inciting an attack on the Capitol, as alleged in the lawsuit against Brooks, falls outside the scope of a lawmakers' employment.
Trump-backed candidate loses Texas runoff congressional election
This marks the first time that a candidate Mr. Trump endorsed has lost an election since the former president left office.
Tennis star says "I can die" in heat, 2nd Olympian leaves in wheelchair
Players struggled as the temperature rose to 88 degrees but the heat index made it feel like a sizzling 99 degrees.
Bob Odenkirk collapses on set of "Better Call Saul"
He was rushed to a hospital but his condition and the cause of the collapse were unclear.
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One entrepreneurial path for Black Americans? The sneaker business
A new program from two entrepreneurs in Atlanta aims to entice Black Americans to become owners of shoe retailers.
The gardener by the Bay
Katie Delwiche's San Francisco gardening business is focused on growth — of her plants and in her clients' lives.
How to avoid getting buried in holiday debt
Consumers with credit card debt are willing to pile on even more during the holidays — that's a mistake, one expert says.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
Behind on your rent or mortgage? Here's what to do
Renters should check local protections against evictions, while mortgage holders can negotiate with their servicer.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
How gig economy workers can save for retirement
Several types of plans are available, but figuring out which one is right for you can be confusing, so here's some help
When delaying your Social Security benefits pays off
The impact of your age when you begin collecting benefits can be more financially significant than you think
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Hardship withdrawals from your company's 401(k)
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
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Tennis star says "I can die" in heat, 2nd Olympian leaves in wheelchair
Players struggled as the temperature rose to 88 degrees but the heat index made it feel like a sizzling 99 degrees.
Meet Jade Carey, Simone Biles' replacement in the all-around final
On Thursday, Jade Carey will compete for gold — as a replacement for Simone Biles, who withdrew to focus on her mental health.
Olympic host Japan records record number of new COVID cases
As the Delta variant fuels a surge in infections, a hospital director says "medical system collapse is a real possibility."
Swimmer beats COVID twice to win gold at Tokyo Olympics
"I contracted COVID twice in the last 12 months," Brit Tom Dean said. "Sitting in my flat in isolation, an Olympic gold was a million miles away."
Michael Phelps says Simone Biles' anguish "broke my heart"
The iconic Olympic swimmer says he can relate to the superstar gymnast's ordeal and hopes her openness about it helps destigmatize mental health issues.
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Athleta supports Biles' decision to withdraw from Olympics
Biles is not the only athlete to recently pull out of a competition for mental health reasons – and receive support for doing so.
Schumer says Senate could hold key infrastructure vote tonight
Negotiators are rushing to finalize details of the bill that includes some of President Biden's key domestic priorities.
Meet Jade Carey, Simone Biles' replacement in the all-around final
On Thursday, Jade Carey will compete for gold — as a replacement for Simone Biles, who withdrew to focus on her mental health.
Whistleblowers detail poor conditions for migrant kids in U.S. tent camp
Migrant children housed at the Fort Bliss tent camp "felt like they were in prison and often begged 'please get me out of here, I don't know if I can take it anymore,'" according to a new whistleblower complaint.
Court order dashes hopes of teenage DACA applicants
"I feel frustrated that there's significant opposition to giving us an opportunity for something we didn't choose to do. We were kids. We didn't choose this," said 18-year-old Agustin, who applied for DACA this year.
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Schumer says Senate could hold key infrastructure vote tonight
Negotiators are rushing to finalize details of the bill that includes some of President Biden's key domestic priorities.
Whistleblowers detail poor conditions for migrant kids in U.S. tent camp
Migrant children housed at the Fort Bliss tent camp "felt like they were in prison and often begged 'please get me out of here, I don't know if I can take it anymore,'" according to a new whistleblower complaint.
Court order dashes hopes of teenage DACA applicants
"I feel frustrated that there's significant opposition to giving us an opportunity for something we didn't choose to do. We were kids. We didn't choose this," said 18-year-old Agustin, who applied for DACA this year.
Justice Department declines to represent GOP congressman in January 6 suit
The Justice Department said it inciting an attack on the Capitol, as alleged in the lawsuit against Brooks, falls outside the scope of a lawmakers' employment.
Jake Ellzey wins runoff election for Texas' 6th district
This marks the first time that a candidate Mr. Trump endorsed has lost an election since the former president left office.
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Bob Odenkirk collapses on set of "Better Call Saul"
He was rushed to a hospital but his condition and the cause of the collapse were unclear.
US sells one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album seized from Martin Shkreli
The proceeds for the sale will go towards Shkreli's court-ordered fines and payments.
Britney Spears files to remove her father as conservator
In the filings, which ask the court to appoint a neutral professional as the new conservator, Spears' legal team argues that the current situation is "traumatizing, insane, and depressing" for the pop star.
Matt Damon on Camille Cottin in "Stillwater"
Damon says he didn't know Cottin before co-starring with her in the new film, but he had high praises for the actress after working with her.
Philly teens start their own record label
Instead of waiting to be rewarded by a big-time recording contract, a group of budding artists decided to start a record label of their own — all while still in high school. Christina Ruffini caught up with the high school friends right as they were about to release their latest single.
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California sues Activision over "frat boy" work culture
During "cube crawls," male employees walked around offices drinking and harassing female co-workers, California lawsuit states.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
The world's top ransomware gangs created a cybercrime cartel
Russian cybercriminal gangs are mentoring younger groups and sharing hacking techniques, tools and data breach details.
FTC votes to defend "right to repair" with "new vigor"
Allowing consumers to make repairs themselves keeps electronics "off the scrap heap," says PIRG campaign director.
Mars rover set to collect first samples
The rover's samples from the floor of an ancient Martian lakebed will be retrieved and returned to Earth later this decade.
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CDC says some vaccinated Americans should wear masks indoors again
The CDC also said masks should be required of everyone inside K-12 schools.
NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
California and NYC to require their workers to get COVID vaccine
The move comes as the contagious Delta variant of the coronavirus grips the nation.
Students adapt wheelchair for teacher's husband and baby
"I never thought I'd be able to do something like this safely," the husband said.
Toxic algae bloom on Florida's coast ravages marine life
Beaches near Tampa have been littered with dead fish.
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CDC says some vaccinated Americans should wear masks indoors again
The CDC also said masks should be required of everyone inside K-12 schools.
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.
Nevada brings back mask mandate in line with new CDC guidance
The order goes into effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday.
Louisiana prisons suspend visitation as COVID-19 cases soar
Louisiana is one of five states with the highest COVID-19 case rates, according to the White House.
Lawsuit claims J&J knowingly put Black women at risk of cancer
Johnson & Johnson knowingly marketed baby powder to Black women even though it could cause cancer, lawsuit argues.
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With evictions restarting, housing advocates fear another COVID wave
Analysis shows 4 in 5 at-risk renters living in coronavirus hot spots, sparking fears of more sickness and death if an eviction wave materializes.
Lawsuit claims J&J knowingly put Black women at risk of cancer
Johnson & Johnson knowingly marketed baby powder to Black women even though it could cause cancer, lawsuit argues.
Activision faces fallout from employees angered by harassment suit
More than 2,000 current and former employees sign letter in support of lawsuit claims of abusive "frat boy" work culture.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
As the IRS distributes the $1,400 stimulus payments, some lawmakers say the money won't last three months.
Frito-Lay workers back at work with one guaranteed day off a week
New contract sets limits on what had been mandatory 84-hour work weeks for some at plant in Topeka, Kansas.
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TikTok star wounded, friend shot dead inside movie theater
Rylee Goodrich was dead, and Anthony Barajas was on life support, police said.
Hobby Lobby forfeits "Epic of Gilgamesh" tablet to Justice Department
The tablet, one of the thousands illegally smuggled out of the Middle East, was seized by federal agents in 2019.
Political donor Ed Buck found guilty in overdose deaths
"This man did some terrible things to human beings," said a sister of one of the overdose victims after the verdict.
Man gets life for killing college student who mistook his car for Uber
"I close my eyes, and I feel what she endured at his hands," Samantha Josephson's mother said during the sentencing phase of the trial.
Spa shooting suspect pleads guilty to 4 murders
Robert Aaron Long will face charges in Fulton County, where prosecutors intend to seek hate crime enhancements and the death penalty.
Space
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NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
Russians ditch space station module, clearing way for new lab
After resolving multiple problems, Russian flight controllers cleared the way for Thursday's arrival of the new Nauka lab module.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
July's full Buck moon rises this week — and it may appear red
The full moon may appear a reddish-orange hue — and this time, it's not because of an eclipse.
NASA shares epic image of moon's shadow during solar eclipse
In rare instances, a camera nearly one million miles away has the chance to capture an eclipse.
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
Investigators want the public's help identifying women and children in convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs.
Evidence in the case against Mary Katherine Higdon
The investigation into Steven Freeman's death reveals a toxic relationship between high school sweethearts.
Evidence photos: Chino Hills massacre
Four people were brutally murdered in Chino Hills, Calif,. in 1983. Evidence used to convict Kevin Cooper is being questioned more than 35 years later.
Musicians are back on stage
After COVID shuttered live music events around the world in 2020, musical artists are now returning to festival and concert stages - and so are the fans.
Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony
A display of fireworks and choreography unfolded in a near-empty stadium in a subdued ceremony.
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Bring Your Own Brigade | Official Trailer
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker’s documentary captures the horror and heroism of the deadliest week of wildfires in California history and explores the causes and solutions of a global crisis that is quite literally burning our world to the ground. Bring Your Own Brigade is in theaters August 6 and streaming on CBSN and Paramount+ on August 20.
NYT reporter on effects of vaccine refusal
Refusals by people in parts of the U.S. to get vaccinated against COVID-19 are fueling the spread of the Delta strain. A New York Times report takes a closer look at the root causes of vaccine hesitancy and the threat it poses to ending the pandemic. Reporter Apoorva Mandavilli, who wrote that report, joined CBSN to discuss.
Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico's Future
CBSN Originals' new documentary explores the growing economic inequality in Puerto Rico and the divide over whether statehood is the solution.
Biden: New mask guidance a step in COVID fight
President Joe Biden says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's new mask guidance is "another step" in the journey to defeat the fast-evolving coronavirus, as the White House plans to mandate vaccinations for federal employees or face "stringent" COVID-19 protocols. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to explain what's next for the administration.
Simone Biles pulls out of another competition
Simone Biles is focusing on her mental health after withdrawing from another competition at the Tokyo Olympics. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joined "CBSN AM" with more on the Olympian's decision.