Opioid epidemic cost U.S. more than $600 billion over 4 years
Along with ruining lives, the public health crisis has had a devastating impact on the nation's economy
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Hopping mad: Anheuser-Busch sues over spilled ingredient secrets
Legal battle brewing as MillerCoors is accused of wrongly obtaining a rival's beer recipe and other trade secrets
Bank lending slows, heightening recession fears
Big banks reporting weaker lending even as the Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates to stoke economic growth
Johnson & Johnson recalls baby powder for asbestos
Consumer products giant said the recall is limited to a single batch made and shipped in the U.S. in 2018
House Dems work on bill to condemn Trump decision to hold G-7 at Doral
The decision to hold the next G-7 summit of world leaders at the president's golf resort was announced Thursday
Ken Fisher's sexist comments have cost him almost $1 billion
City of Boston is pulling $248 million in pension assets from Fisher Investments, the latest defection for the firm
Verizon outage hits customers across the U.S.
Verizon said it's fixed the problem and recommends customers try restarting their phones if they still have problems
Retailer broke law by selling rifle in Texas attack: feds
Shooter presented a driver's license from Colorado, where the sale of the rifle would have been illegal
Mark Hurd, Oracle CEO, dies at 62
Software giant's chief was on leave of absence for health issues, and no cause of death was disclosed
Facebook might have prevented the Iraq war, Zuckerberg says
Elizabeth Warren and Bernice King blast Facebook founder after he defends policy of permitting lies in political ads
Sanofi becomes latest drugmaker to recall Zantac
Recall comes after federal regulators found unsafe levels of a known carcinogen in the popular heartburn drug
U.S. hits European wine, whiskey and planes with new tariffs
Long-running dispute over subsidies for aircraft makers is behind the new tariffs, but they could affect prices on a huge range of products
Facebook drops from ranks of top 10 brands
A series of scandals appear to be tarnishing the social media company's corporate reputation
The U.S. tax system is "a new engine of inequality"
Economist Gabriel Zucman, the brains behind Elizabeth Warren's wealth tax, says the American Dream is "not doing well"
The million-dollar home isn't the mansion it used to be
Spending $1 million on a house can get you 5,000 square feet in the South -- or a condo in San Francisco a fifth that size
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Gabbard responds to Clinton: "She knows she can't control me"
Clinton suggested in an interview that Russians are "grooming" a 2020 Democratic candidate
House Dems work on bill to condemn decision to hold G-7 at Doral
The decision to hold the next G-7 summit of world leaders at the president's golf resort was announced Thursday
Video shows Kamille McKinney moments before her disappearance
Kamille "Cupcake" McKinney was last seen outside an apartment complex with another toddler
Mayor: Top cop said he was drinking before being found asleep
Superintendent Eddie Johnson told reporters he felt he might faint as he was driving home from dinner, so he pulled over to rest not far from his home
"'Ceasefire' is far from a victory": GOP senators slam Syria strategy
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said "America's wars will be 'endless' only if America refuses to win them"
Pro athletes to pay for funeral of Atatiana Jefferson
Barnes is paying for more than half of it while Jackson will cover the rest of the cost
Mexico defends releasing son of "El Chapo" during gun battle
At least eight people were killed in the chaos
Tropical Storm takes aim at Florida Panhandle
Forecasters warned of dangerous storm surge and said tropical storm force winds are expected
Tree of Life Synagogue to reopen as "symbol against hatred"
Pittsburgh synagogue is the site of a 2018 mass shooting where 11 people were fatally shot.
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Michelin star quality meal delivery for folks on restrictive diets
Subscription meal-delivery service makes gluten-free food for people who suffer from a range of conditions
Joanna Dai makes eco-friendly womenswear
Banker turned fashion entrepreneur designs clothing that looks like a power suit but feels like yoga wear
Beyond backpacks: State Bags co-founders help kids in need
Scot and Jacq Tatelman have married fashion and philanthropy by building a business around their shared mission
How a coffee shop owner faced down Starbucks
For small businesses, a national chain setting up nearby can spell doom — for Peter Crippen, it spelled opportunity
Microsoft engineer by day, serial entrepreneur by night
Dona Sarkar is a Microsoft engineer. But she's also much more. Author? Designer? TedX speaker? Yes, yes and yes.
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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
What to do in your 20s and 30s to be set in your 60s and 70s
Millennials take note: The key to retiring on time is starting to save money early. Follow this advice from experts
World
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Attack at mosque kills 62 during prayers in Afghanistan
The attack underscored the record-high number of civilians dying in the country's 18-year war
Ex-model accuses Jeffrey Epstein's friend of rape
Several women have come forward in recent weeks with allegations against a model agent that span three decades
Prince Harry says every camera flash reminds him of Diana's death
"Every single time I see a camera, every single time I hear a click, every single time I see a flash, it takes me straight back," he said. "In that respect, it's the worst reminder of her life as opposed to the best"
Mexico defends releasing son of "El Chapo" during gun battle
At least eight people were killed in the chaos
Protests sparked by planned WhatsApp tax sweep Lebanon
The protests were the largest since 2015 and could further destabilize a country already on the verge of collapse
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Mayor: Top cop said he was drinking before being found asleep
Superintendent Eddie Johnson told reporters he felt he might faint as he was driving home from dinner, so he pulled over to rest not far from his home
Tree of Life Synagogue to reopen as "symbol against hatred"
Pittsburgh synagogue is the site of a 2018 mass shooting where 11 people were fatally shot.
"'Ceasefire' is far from a victory": Top GOP senators slam Trump's strategy
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said "America's wars will be 'endless' only if America refuses to win them"
Jury recommends death penalty for "The Hollywood Ripper"
A Los Angeles jury recommended the death penalty Friday for Michael Gargiulo, 43
Man on stepson's surprise play: "It took my voice away"
Michael Musto describes what it was like to be honored by his stepson, a football player
Politics
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House Dems work on bill to condemn Trump decision to hold G-7 at Doral
The decision to hold the next G-7 summit of world leaders at the president's golf resort was announced Thursday
"'Ceasefire' is far from a victory": Top GOP senators slam Trump's strategy
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said "America's wars will be 'endless' only if America refuses to win them"
2020 Daily Trail Markers: 40% in U.S. say basic medical costs are a hardship
Many Americans say they've had problems paying medical bills, and over a third say they've gone without medical treatment because of the costs, a new CBS News poll finds
Jane Fonda arrested with Sam Waterston in climate change protest
"Make no mistake, change is coming, whether we like it or not," Fonda said before being arrested
Trump taps new energy secretary to replace Rick Perry
Dan Brouillette is currently the deputy energy secretary
Entertainment
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Amy Sherald's "everyday people"
A New York City exhibition by the artist whose painting of Michelle Obama became a sensation features portraits of everyday models
Book excerpt: "Janis: Her Life and Music"
Holly George-Warren's biography of the rock and blues singer examines her trailblazing career, rebelliousness, and assertions of female power and individuality
Lady Gaga falls off stage in Las Vegas
The mishap occurred after the star invited a fan on stage with her
Listen to 12 essential Janis Joplin tracks
Music journalist Holly George-Warren, author of the new biography, "Janis: Her Life and Music," offers "Sunday Morning" a roster of Joplin hits – well-known and rare – that capture the brilliance and power of the rock and blues singer
Prince Harry says every camera flash reminds him of Diana's death
"Every single time I see a camera, every single time I hear a click, every single time I see a flash, it takes me straight back," he said. "In that respect, it's the worst reminder of her life as opposed to the best"
Technology
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Mark Hurd, Oracle CEO, dies at 62
Software giant's chief was on leave of absence for health issues, and no cause of death was disclosed
Facebook might have prevented the Iraq war, Zuckerberg says
Elizabeth Warren and Bernice King blast Facebook founder after he defends policy of permitting lies in political ads
Facebook drops from ranks of top 10 brands
A series of scandals appear to be tarnishing the social media company's corporate reputation
Verizon outage hits customers across the U.S.
Verizon said it's fixed the problem and recommends customers try restarting their phones if they still have problems
8 apps and video games China has a hand in
Chinese companies are involved in some of the world's most popular tech products, posing a conundrum for U.S. businesses
Science
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Nature up close: The pros and cons of introducing non-native fish species
Anglers may welcome fighters like trout, but stocking lakes and streams with non-native fish can have disastrous impacts on other organisms
Historic all-female spacewalk a milestone for NASA
NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir got a congratulatory phone call from President Trump
"Bomb cyclone" sets record as strongest October storm ever in Boston area
The nor'easter dumped heavy rain that caused flooding in areas from North Carolina to Maine
Zoo debuts mysterious self-healing "blob" that has nearly 720 sexes
It has no mouth, stomach, eyes, brain or nervous system — but it can learn, remember things and even find its way out of a maze
Historic all-female spacewalk, by the numbers
Facts and figures about NASA's first all-female spacewalk
Health
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Opioid epidemic cost U.S. more than $600 billion over 4 years
Along with ruining lives, the public health crisis has had a devastating impact on the nation's economy
Toxic metals found in 95% of baby foods, study finds
The study tested 61 brands and found many contained lead and arsenic
Americans more concerned about health care costs than universal coverage
More than four in 10 say affording medical care is a hardship
Johnson & Johnson recalls baby powder for asbestos
Consumer products giant said the recall is limited to a single batch made and shipped in the U.S. in 2018
Green Beret uses theater to cope with the trauma of war
"Last Out" is inspired by the 23 years one man spent in the Army. For him, writing the play was a form of therapy.
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House Dems work on bill to condemn Trump decision to hold G-7 at Doral
The decision to hold the next G-7 summit of world leaders at the president's golf resort was announced Thursday
Facebook might have prevented the Iraq war, Zuckerberg says
Elizabeth Warren and Bernice King blast Facebook founder after he defends policy of permitting lies in political ads
Sanofi becomes latest drugmaker to recall Zantac
Recall comes after federal regulators found unsafe levels of a known carcinogen in the popular heartburn drug
Facebook drops from ranks of top 10 brands
A series of scandals appear to be tarnishing the social media company's corporate reputation
Kellogg's launches "All Together" cereals with GLAAD
Tony the Tiger, meet Toucan Sam
Crime
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Jury recommends death penalty for "The Hollywood Ripper"
A Los Angeles jury recommended the death penalty Friday for Michael Gargiulo, 43
Video shows Kamille McKinney moments before her disappearance
Kamille "Cupcake" McKinney was last seen outside an apartment complex with another toddler
El Chapo's son captured then released
During a shootout between Mexican authorities and the powerful Sinaloa cartel, the son of notorious drug boss Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman was captured. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman speaks with CBSN about why authorities then released him, even while the United States has an active warrant out for his arrest.
Mexico defends releasing son of "El Chapo" during gun battle
At least eight people were killed in the chaos
Could Heather Bogle's murderer have killed before?
One woman tells "48 Hours" she suspects the man convicted of the brutal killing of a 28-year-old Sandusky County, Ohio, mother also murdered her sister nearly six years earlier
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Trump talks to astronauts during spacewalk
President Trump congratulated NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir in a phone call from the White House as the two wrapped up the first all-female spacewalk in history. Mr. Trump also talked about plans for future NASA missions to the moon and Mars.
Historic all-female spacewalk a milestone for NASA
NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir got a congratulatory phone call from President Trump
First all-female spacewalk to take place Friday
NASA announced the first all-female spacewalk will take place Friday and unveiled a new spacesuit for the moon and Mars. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN from the Kennedy Space Center with details.
Historic all-female spacewalk, by the numbers
Facts and figures about NASA's first all-female spacewalk
NASA names new chief of human spaceflight
Douglas Loverro faces a full plate as NASA gears up for accelerated moon program
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Halloween comes early at New York Comic Con
The largest pop culture event on the East Coast drew hordes of sci-fi, fantasy, anime and comic book fans, many of whom came in disguises (or, in the case of some superheroes, discarded them)
NFL team owners, from richer to richest
The average NFL franchise is valued at $2 billion, so it should come as no surprise that most of the league's owners claim over $1 billion in net worth
The worst movies of the century
These are the lowest-rated films since 2000.
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped
The 50 most popular baby girl names
How many do you know?
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"The Faces of Family Separation"
CBS News takes viewers inside the real-life challenges facing migrant families split apart by the Trump administration's "Zero Tolerance" policy. The documentary provides an immersive look at the hotly debated issue through the eyes of those impacted the most — the fathers, mothers, sons and daughters separated and unaware when they'll see their family members again.
Democrats keep up impeachment pressure
Republican strategist Matt Gorman and Democratic strategist Isaac Wright joined CBSN to break down how Republicans and Democrats have been talking impeachment as we near one month into the inquiry.
Generals, GOP rebuke Trump
President Trump on Friday faced attacks from the top Republicans in Congress over his decision to pull troops out of Syria. It followed harsh comments from top military officials. Paula Reid joined CBSN with the latest.
Tulsi Gabbard responds to Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton implied Russians are "grooming" Tulsi Gabbard to run as a third-party candidate to disrupt the election, a charge which Gabbard denies. In a live interview with CBSN, Gabbard responds to Clinton's claims and says she will not run as a third-party candidate.
Football player surprises his step-dad
Offensive lineman George Grimwade is a force on the football field. So when he decided to surprise his step-dad by changing his last name, he made sure to change his jersey too. Steve Hartman has their story on the road.
