A small urban farm has a big impact on young lives
Urban Roots started as one man's dream to create a refuge for local youth. It's grown to serve the entire community.
Small Business
Spice company links farmers around the globe with American palates
Ethan Frisch founded Burlap & Barrel after discovering new flavors during his time as an aid worker in Afghanistan
The Farmer's Dog tests pet food recipes on humans
A sick dog led this co-founder to start a human-grade dog-food business
Rent and swap furniture as your lifestyle changes
A furniture startup called Feather allows nesters to rent home items so they aren't weighed down by physical belongings
Joe Ricketts on free enterprise, the engine that drives America
Despite a pending recession, the founder of Ameritrade says the country's strength continues to come from job opportunities created by new businesses
Their restaurant has donated 30,000 meals, and counting
They met years ago. Eventually they got engaged. Now they run a philanthropic-minded sandwich shop with a big heart
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.
The Muse founders make finding a job less harrowing
The career services site, born out of frustration, seeks to gives job seekers an inside look at potential employers
A calligrapher embraces technology to grow business
After falling haphazardly into the art of calligraphy, she succeeds by embracing her unique style and the latest tech
This homeopath aims to heal mind and body
Jennifer Dominguez was told as a child she had incurable ailments. She says homeopathy changed that.
Family entrepreneurs turn a head injury into an opportunity
GooseEgged makes hands-free ice packs in the shape of unicorns and sharks that can stay put on active kids
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Brother says Pensacola shooting victim saved lives: "He died a hero"
Joshua Kaleb Watson was one of three people killed by a gunman Friday at Naval Air Station Pensacola
Iran frees Chinese-American scholar in exchange for scientist
The prisoner exchange marked a potential breakthrough between Tehran and Washington after months of tensions.
North Korea's U.N. ambassador: "Denuclearization" off the table
North Korea called the European action "another serious provocation" and "stupid and serious."
Flu season has come early this year
It is not too late to get vaccinated.
Judiciary Committee publishes grounds for impeachment
The release of the report comes ahead of the second Judiciary Committee impeachment hearing on Monday.
25 dead after bloody night of attacks by gunmen in Iraq
130 were wounded after attacks targeted anti-government demonstrators in the capital.
Ron Leibman, "Norma Rae" and "Friends" actor, has died at 82
Leibman is survived by his wife, "Arrested Development" actress Jessica Walter.
Country singer was driving drunk and speeding in fatal crash
Toxicology and post-mortem reports done by the medical examiner's office indicated she had a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.28, more than three times the legal limit in New Mexico.
Star of Peloton commercial appears in new ad — this time for gin
"Exercise bike not included," Ryan Reynolds tweeted.
World
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North Korea's U.N. ambassador: "Denuclearization" off the table
North Korea called the European action "another serious provocation" and "stupid and serious."
25 dead after bloody night of attacks by unknown gunmen in Iraq
130 were wounded after attacks targeted anti-government demonstrators in the capital.
World's oceans are losing oxygen at a dangerous rate, study says
Scientists warn that ocean deoxygenation will have widespread global effects on marine ecosystems and the people that rely on them.
Iran frees Chinese-American scholar in exchange for scientist
The prisoner exchange marked a potential breakthrough between Tehran and Washington after months of tensions.
You can put a ring on it for less this engagement season
Sweethearts may luck out with savings of a few hundred bucks on diamonds, thanks to drop in China tourism in U.S.
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Ron Leibman, "Norma Rae" and "Friends" actor, has died at 82
Leibman is survived by his wife, "Arrested Development" actress Jessica Walter.
North Korea's U.N. ambassador: "Denuclearization" off the table
North Korea called the European action "another serious provocation" and "stupid and serious."
"Binging with Babish" recreates food from movies and TV shows
The series, by Andrew Rea, was inspired by a "Parks and Recreation" episode and has nearly six million subscribers.
Judiciary Committee releases report on grounds for impeachment
The release of the report comes ahead of the second Judiciary Committee impeachment hearing on Monday.
Trio drives from New York to L.A. in 27 hours, setting new record
The drivers had a top speed of 193 mph and averaged 103 mph for more than a day
Politics
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Judiciary Committee releases report on grounds for impeachment
The release of the report comes ahead of the second Judiciary Committee impeachment hearing on Monday.
Lawmakers near agreement on parental leave for federal workers
The agreement would trade a major expansion of benefits to federal workers for a legacy initiative of President Trump's.
Trump travels to Florida as impeachment inquiry intensifies
The White House said Friday it will not participate in House Judiciary Committee impeachment proceedings
What happened in the impeachment inquiry this week
Highlights and analysis of the impeachment inquiry against President Trump
Iran frees Chinese-American scholar in exchange for scientist
The prisoner exchange marked a potential breakthrough between Tehran and Washington after months of tensions.
Entertainment
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Ron Leibman, "Norma Rae" and "Friends" actor, has died at 82
Leibman is survived by his wife, "Arrested Development" actress Jessica Walter.
"Binging with Babish" recreates food from movies and TV shows
The series, by Andrew Rea, was inspired by a "Parks and Recreation" episode and has nearly six million subscribers.
Inside "the mind of Tim Burton" at Las Vegas' Neon Museum
The "Lost Vegas: Tim Burton @ The Neon Museum" includes an assortment of animatronic sculptures, holographic drawings and signs of all sizes
Mandolin Orange performs "Paper Mountain"
It's been a decade since Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz formed their folk duo Mandolin Orange in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Since then, they've toured the world and appeared at the nation's top festival stages, including Newport Folk and South by Southwest. Earlier this year they released their latest collection, "Tides of a Teardrop." Mandolin Orange performs "Paper Mountain" on Saturday Sessions.
Mandolin Orange performs "Wildfire"
It's been a decade since Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz formed their folk duo Mandolin Orange in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Since then, they've toured the world and appeared at the nation's top festival stages, including Newport Folk and South by Southwest. Earlier this year they released their latest collection, "Tides of a Teardrop." Mandolin Orange performs "Wildfire" on Saturday Sessions.
Technology
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FTC: Cambridge Analytica deceived Facebook users
The political consulting firm was used by President Trump's 2016 campaign.
Peloton ad costs the company and shareholders $1.6 billion
Even Wall Street seems to hate the fitness equipment maker's TV commercial that some have panned as sexist.
Doctors urge FTC to protect kids from online advertisers
Pediatricians and consumer advocates are concerned about how digital media can impact children's development
Peloton stands by ad despite accusations of sexism
After uproar, exercise bike maker says TV spot is meant to "celebrate that fitness and wellness journey."
How not to lose your AirPods: Put them on a $60 cord
Nordstrom has a holiday gift for the forgetful — a special strap to help users stay attached to the pricey earbuds.
Science
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World's oceans are losing oxygen at a dangerous rate, study says
Scientists warn that ocean deoxygenation will have widespread global effects on marine ecosystems and the people that rely on them.
Cities ban gas in new homes because of climate change
As states and cities set ambitious clean-energy goals, they're moving to eliminate the "cleaner" fossil fuel.
Dozens of hungry polar bears causing problems for a Russian village
Environmentalists says unusually warm weather has kept the "thin" bears from their usual hunting grounds, so they've come inland.
Climate change is causing birds to shrink, new study says
Birds' legs are getting shorter, their wings are getting longer and they've been losing weight.
Climate models have been right all along, study finds
Even the rather primitive climate computer models of the 1970s, 80s and 90s were impressively accurate, lending extra credibility to the much more advanced climate models of today, study finds
Health
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Flu season has come early this year
It is not too late to get vaccinated.
Planned Parenthood spends $1 million to save Title X
Planned Parenthood has until December 20 to convince the Republican-controlled Senate to reverse the changes.
Chipotle has nurses to ensure workers are sick, not hungover
Restaurant chain's CEO touts improved-safety practices after health scares including a norovirus outbreak in 2017
3 major Medicare costs will jump in January
Original Medicare premiums and deductibles for 2020 will take a bigger bite out of Social Security payments.
Measles outbreak in Samoa kills at least 63 people, mostly young children
The disease has infected more than 4,300 people on the islands, killing at least 63 of them
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Lawmakers near agreement on parental leave for federal workers
The agreement would trade a major expansion of benefits to federal workers for a legacy initiative of President Trump's.
Elon Musk "pedo guy" tweet not defamatory, jury rules
British cave explorer sought $190 million from Musk for allegedly branding him as a pedophile during a Twitter spat.
You can put a ring on it for less this engagement season
Sweethearts may luck out with savings of a few hundred bucks on diamonds, thanks to drop in China tourism in U.S.
China: We'll waive tariff hikes on U.S. soybeans and pork
Conciliatory move comes same week Donald Trump suggested he'd wait until after the U.S. election for a settlement.
Chipotle has nurses to ensure workers are sick, not hungover
Restaurant chain's CEO touts improved-safety practices after health scares including a norovirus outbreak in 2017
Crime
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Brother says Pensacola shooting victim saved lives: "He died a hero"
Joshua Kaleb Watson was one of three people killed by a gunman Friday at Naval Air Station Pensacola
FBI investigating Pensacola shooting
FBI agents are scouring the scene of a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola and digging evidence into the background of the alleged shooter. He was a Saudi pilot, and one of several hundred foreign pilots training at Pensacola. Jeff Pegues reports.
Deadly attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola
Four people are dead after a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola. The shooter, a pilot in Saudi Arabia's Air Force, had been in the U.S. for training since 2017. Mark Strassmann reports.
Police tactics questioned after deadly Florida shootout
Four people were killed, including a UPS driver who was taken hostage and an innocent bystander.
Governor identifies shooter as Saudi national
Four people are dead, including the shooter, after a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola in Florida, authorities said. The suspect was a member of the Saudi air force and an aviation student at the base, officials confirmed at a press conference. Watch authorities give an update.
Space
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Russian cargo ship launches to follow SpaceX Dragon to Space Station
The Russian freighter is expected to arrive at the space station early Monday, one day after a SpaceX Dragon cargo ship arrives.
SpaceX launches Dragon cargo ship to space station
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket vaulted away from the Florida coast Thursday and climbed smoothly into orbit, putting a Dragon cargo ship on course for a three-day flight to the International Space Station. Watch the launch.
SpaceX launches cargo ship on three-day flight to space station
The SpaceX launch is the first of two rapid-fire cargo delivery missions to the International Space Station.
High winds force 24-hour delay for launch of SpaceX cargo ship
SpaceX's 19th cargo flight to the space station will deliver more than 5,500 pounds of supplies and equipment.
Astronauts replace coolant pumps on $2 billion cosmic ray detector
New pumps are needed to revive the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer and give it a new lease on life.
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Kelsey Berreth murder: Crime scene evidence photos
Krystal Lee shows investigators where she says she was told to clean up the crime scene after Patrick Frazee beat Kelsey Berreth to death with a baseball bat
Mall stores that don't exist anymore
These once iconic mall retailers have fallen victim to changing times
New movies coming in 2020: The most anticipated films on the way
From Mulan to the next Fast and Furious film, these are the new movies fans are most looking forward to in 2020
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CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Title IX
Obama-era rules set tough new standards for how schools should handle cases of sexual misconduct on campus under Title IX. But some alleged victims say the investigations made matters worse, while many of the accused claim they're being denied due process. Now, the Trump administration has offered a new set of guidelines. Will that fix the problems?
From 1984: Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas
Michael Tilson Thomas, music director of the San Francisco Symphony and a recipient of a 2019 Kennedy Center Honor, made his reputation young, stepping in for an ailing conductor mid-concert at age 25. It launched a career that included leading orchestras in Boston, Buffalo, Los Angeles, Vienna and London. In this profile originally broadcast on "Sunday Morning" on December 2, 1984, Thomas talked with correspondent Eugenia Zukerman about his enthusiasm both for the contemporary (like Steve Reich's "Desert Music") and the classics of Beethoven and Gershwin.
CBSN Originals | Speaking Frankly: Porn
With smartphones and wireless internet, gaining access to pornography has never been easier for young people. But experts say early exposure to porn can "rewire" young people’s brains, distort their views of sexual behavior, and even contribute to dating violence. Now, educators are trying to find ways to teach kids how to think critically about porn to help them foster healthier relationships.
Bushfires closing in on areas north of Sydney
More than 100 fires were burning across New South Wales in Australia on Friday. The fires are coming close to major population centers.
Mandolin Orange performs "Paper Mountain"
It's been a decade since Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz formed their folk duo Mandolin Orange in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Since then, they've toured the world and appeared at the nation's top festival stages, including Newport Folk and South by Southwest. Earlier this year they released their latest collection, "Tides of a Teardrop." Mandolin Orange performs "Paper Mountain" on Saturday Sessions.
