U.S. signs asylum deal with El Salvador despite violence
El Salvador has consistently topped the list of countries with the highest homicide rates that are not in open war
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California sues Trump over fuel emissions rollback
California is leading a coalition of 24 other states in a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Ukrainian president to meet with Trump amid whistleblower probe
A conversation between Trump and the Ukrainian president is part of a whistleblower complaint that has caused a standoff between Congress and the intelligence community
Amy O'Rourke has mixed feelings about her husband's cursing
"There were some really wonderful people that [said], 'could you please get him to stop swearing so much?'"
Trump says going into Iran would be an "easy" decision
The president's remarks came at a news conference after the U.S. announced intensified sanctions on Iran
Warren's packed NYC rally was significant – not just because of its size
"That was a bid to show America, to show undecided Democrats that Elizabeth Warren can be a stateswoman."
Trump calls whistleblower story "ridiculous"
The president commented on a whistleblower complaint that CBS News has confirmed involves the president's communication with a foreign leader
Giuliani says he didn't ask Ukraine to probe Biden, then says he did
Trump's personal lawyer contradicts himself in heated interview as mysterious whistleblower complaint causes a standoff between Congress and the intelligence community
Bill de Blasio ends 2020 presidential bid
de Blasio had been struggling in polling over the course of the race thus far
Interior Secretary talks about Trump's promise to "drain the swamp"
David Bernhardt, a former lobbyist, says that he is a "big believer in the president's agenda"
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Millions hit the streets for climate change strike — live updates
Thousands of people in cities around the world are hitting the streets to demand their governments take action on climate change
"Storm Area 51" draws hundreds near secretive U.S. base
Call to "storm" the secretive U.S. military base in the Nevada desert known as Area 51 attracted several dozen revelers to entrance
2,200 "burned out" nurses walk off the job in Chicago
Nurses strike after contract talks with the hospital broke down this week amid a dispute over staffing levels and pay raises
Trump calls whistleblower story "ridiculous"
The president commented on a whistleblower complaint that CBS News has confirmed involves the president's communication with a foreign leader
Trump says going into Iran would be an "easy" decision
The president's remarks came at a news conference after the U.S. announced intensified sanctions on Iran
E-cig panic ruining "biggest public health opportunity" in century, scientist says
To parse the competing claims, "CBS This Morning" dug into the science behind the safety of e-cigarettes
Officer goes on trial for alleged hate crime
Police say Frank Nucera Jr. was motivated by racial hatred when he assaulted a handcuffed black man during a 2016 arrest
Trump to hear military options on Iran as Saudis show oil site damage
Saudi Arabia and the U.S. continue to make the case that Iran launched the missile and drone attack, but it's still not clear how they'll respond
Warren's packed NYC rally was significant – not just because of its size
"That was a bid to show America, to show undecided Democrats that Elizabeth Warren can be a stateswoman."
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Bill de Blasio ends 2020 presidential bid
NYC mayor had been struggling in polling over the course of the race thus far
Warren's packed NYC rally was significant – not just because of its size
"That was a bid to show America, to show undecided Democrats that Elizabeth Warren can be a stateswoman."
Is this the airport gate where the next president will be chosen?
Hang out at the G gates at Chicago's O'Hare International amid the masses and the candidates on their way to the next campaign stop, and you may just get some insight into the state of the race
Iowa Democrats propose satellite caucusing to expand access
Satellite caucusing would allow Iowans who can't attend in-person caucuses on February 3 to participate during extended hours at a location other than their precinct location
Bernie Sanders has 1 million donors
Sanders reached the milestone seven months after he announced his candidacy in February, faster than any candidate ever
Harris bets big on Iowa, says she'll be a top-three candidate there
While Iowa has a history of narrowing the Democratic field, finishing outside of the top two has often not been kind to candidates
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Sanders gets to 1 million donors
"With 1 million contributors, this is the only Democratic campaign that has more supporters than Donald Trump," said campaign manager Faiz Shakir
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
Presidential candidates look to court rural voters in South Carolina
The small, unincorporated, rural community of Galivants Ferry felt like a bustling town center when four presidential candidates came here Monday
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U.S. signs asylum deal with El Salvador despite violence
El Salvador has consistently topped the list of countries with the highest homicide rates that are not in open war
Millions hit the streets for climate change strike - live updates
Thousands of people in cities around the world are hitting the streets to demand their governments take action on climate change
Tour operator Thomas Cook teetering on financial collapse
One of world's oldest travel companies could soon go bust, stranding up to 150,000 British holiday travelers abroad
FIFA boss pushes Iran on stadium ban after female soccer fan's death
"Our position is clear and firm. Women have to be allowed into football stadiums in Iran," the FIFA president said
Trump to hear military options on Iran as Saudis show oil site damage
Saudi Arabia and the U.S. continue to make the case that Iran launched the missile and drone attack, but it's still not clear how they'll respond
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U.S. signs asylum deal with El Salvador despite violence
El Salvador has consistently topped the list of countries with the highest homicide rates that are not in open war
1-pound baby home after 113 days in NICU
"Fighting Finn" Hill was born 15 weeks early and after hitting several miraculous milestones, he's finally home
American "economic refugees" are increasingly retiring abroad
With many Americans financially unprepared for retirement, a growing number are moving abroad — and loving it
California sues Trump over fuel emissions rollback
California is leading a coalition of 24 other states in a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
How North America lost nearly 3 billion birds over the last 50 years
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U.S. signs asylum deal with El Salvador despite violence
El Salvador has consistently topped the list of countries with the highest homicide rates that are not in open war
California sues Trump over fuel emissions rollback
California is leading a coalition of 24 other states in a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Ukrainian president to meet with Trump amid whistleblower probe
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Amy O'Rourke has mixed feelings about her husband's cursing
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Trump says going into Iran would be an "easy" decision
The president's remarks came at a news conference after the U.S. announced intensified sanctions on Iran
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Anne-Sophie Mutter and John Williams recording "Schindler's List"
For their new album for Deutsche Grammophon, "Across the Stars," virtuoso violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and composer John Williams have collaborated on works for violin and orchestra adapted from some of Williams' most acclaimed film scores. "Sunday Morning" was present during the recording session for the theme from "Schindler's List," performed by the Recording Arts Orchestra of Los Angeles. Watch Tracy Smith's interviews with Williams and Mutter on "Sunday Morning" September 22.
Anne-Sophie Mutter on the music of John Williams
In this preview of an interview for "CBS Sunday Morning" to be broadcast September 22, the virtuoso violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter talks about collaborating with renowned composer John Williams for the new Deutsche Grammophon album, "Across the Stars," featuring works for violin and orchestra adapted from Williams' film scores.
Preview: Renée Zellweger on portraying Judy Garland, and the price of fame
The Academy Award-winner says of celebrity, "It enters the room before you do," altering the perception of her among anyone she meets
Preview: John Williams doesn't listen to his own music once the movies are done
The composer of film scores for such blockbusters as "Star Wars," "Superman" and "Schindler's List" tells "Sunday Morning" he finds no comfort re-listening to his work in the final product
Julian Fellowes on the "Downton Abbey" movie: "A logistical nightmare"
In this preview of a "CBS Sunday Morning" interview to be broadcast September 22, the creator of the internationally-popular TV series "Downton Abbey," Julian Fellowes, talks with correspondent Elizabeth Palmer about bringing the cast back together for a new theatrical feature.
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Three Mile Island closes for good, unable to run profitably
The infamous nuclear reactor shuts down on the day of a mass walkout pushing for an end to fossil-fuel reliance
Zuckerberg visits Trump at the White House
The Facebook CEO's trip to Washington D.C. comes as Congress has been debating a privacy law
Amazon promises to use only renewable energy in 10 years
Company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
TikTok may be censoring Hong Kong protests, report says
A search for Hong Kong demonstrations on Facebook or Twitter yields thousands of results — not so on Chinese-owned app
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
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Millions hit the streets for climate change strike - live updates
Thousands of people in cities around the world are hitting the streets to demand their governments take action on climate change
Three Mile Island closes for good, unable to run profitably
The infamous nuclear reactor shuts down on the day of a mass walkout pushing for an end to fossil-fuel reliance
Radar picks up huge swarm of dragonflies in parts of southeast U.S.
The National Weather Service radar showed the large blob extending from Virginia to North Carolina
Amazon promises to use only renewable energy in 10 years
Company has been under pressure from employees to get off fossil fuels and cut ties with extraction companies
Which businesses are closing for Friday's climate strike?
Lush, Patagonia and Ben & Jerry's are closing locations, while others are shutting offices or offering paid time off
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Another vaping-related death reported; illnesses top 500 nationwide
The Food and Drug Administration revealed that its criminal investigations unit started tracking leads early on
Chemicals in tap water could cause 100,000 cancer cases in U.S.
Consumers should invest in water filters, a research group said, citing 22 contaminants found in U.S. water systems
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
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American "economic refugees" are increasingly retiring abroad
With many Americans financially unprepared for retirement, a growing number are moving abroad — and loving it
Three Mile Island closes for good, unable to run profitably
The infamous nuclear reactor shuts down on the day of a mass walkout pushing for an end to fossil-fuel reliance
Tour operator Thomas Cook teetering on financial collapse
One of world's oldest travel companies could soon go bust, stranding up to 150,000 British holiday travelers abroad
American Airlines said to cancel flight over Muslim passengers
One traveler blames cancellation on racial profiling, saying he was treated with "suspicion" and "disrespect"
Fed rushes to plug cash shortage in short-term loan market
Central bank has had to inject $200 billion into the banking system this week alone, though experts say not to worry
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Officer goes on trial for alleged hate crime
Police say Frank Nucera Jr. was motivated by racial hatred when he assaulted a handcuffed black man during a 2016 arrest
"My Life of Crime": New true crime podcast
"48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has spent decades reporting on crime stories. In her new podcast, "My Life of Crime," she explores everything from the 19th century murder trial of Lizzie Borden, to what it is like inside a maximum security women’s prison.
N.J. man scouted potential terror targets in 3 cities, feds say
Prosecutors allege Alexei Saab, aiding Hezbollah, took photos or video of landmarks in New York, Boston and Washington including Statue of Liberty, Fenway Park and White House
Man pleads guilty to deadly shooting at North Carolina university
The 22-year-old killed two students and injured four others in the school shooting at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in April
Pennsylvania state senator resigns after child porn arrest
Pennsylvania's governor called the charges "disgusting and beyond comprehension"
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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.
Anne-Sophie Mutter and John Williams recording "Schindler's List"
For their new album for Deutsche Grammophon, "Across the Stars," virtuoso violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and composer John Williams have collaborated on works for violin and orchestra adapted from some of Williams' most acclaimed film scores. "Sunday Morning" was present during the recording session for the theme from "Schindler's List," performed by the Recording Arts Orchestra of Los Angeles. Watch Tracy Smith's interviews with Williams and Mutter on "Sunday Morning" September 22.
Trump: "I'm showing great restraint" on Iran
President Trump said he's "showing great restraint" by not going into Iran, after he announced new sanctions on the country. The president made the comments during a White House press conference alongside the Australian prime minister.
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.
How to help the environment ahead of the UN Climate Action Summit
Next week the United Nation’s Climate Action Summit will take place in NYC. To continue our climate coverage, CBS News Climate Chnage Contributor sat down with Peter Demenocal, Dean of Science and climate scientist at Columbia University. He joined us to discuss how we can all help the planet.
