Colombia police arrest 73-year-old American for giving "cannabis tours"
An American living in Colombia distributed flyers and advertised on social media for tourists to attend a "cannabis tour."
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What is cannabis-induced psychosis? Psychiatrist shares what to know.
Studies since 2019 have shown an increase of emergency room visits across the country as a result of cannabis, Dr. David Schreiber, psychiatrist and CEO and co-founder of Compass Health Center, told CBS News.
Marijuana's effect on mental health conditions
According to data from the health care analytics company Truveta, rates of cannabis-induced disorders grew more than 50% between 2019 and November 2023. Dr. David Schreiber, a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, joined CBS News to discuss the link between between cannabis use and psychosis and other disorders.
Family farm prides themselves on cannabis
In upstate New York, Melany Dobson and her family grow their prized crop, cannabis, on their farm. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder shares more about the family's history and efforts to grow quality cannabis, and how the shifting landscape of marijuana legalization is changing.
Cannabis worker dies on the job from asthma attack: "Big red flag"
The CDC report states that allergic diseases such as asthma are a growing concern in the U.S. cannabis industry.
Here Comes the Sun: Tim Cook and more
Apple CEO Tim Cook sits down with John Dickerson to discuss his goal of turning the company carbon neutral. Then, Luke Burbank learns more about chefs who fuse cannabis into their recipes. “Here Comes the Sun” is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on “CBS Sunday Morning.”
Tiny town of Dinosaur, Colorado, could be state's cannabis capital
A small town close to the Colorado-Utah state line strikes it rich with marijuana sales.
Cooking with grass
With cannabis legal in some form in more than half of America, some of the nation's top chefs are finding more ways to integrate it into their recipes. Correspondent Luke Burbank talks with chef Miguel Trinidad, who hosts dinners infused with cannabis, and with cookbook author Laurie Wolf, about cannabis cuisine. (This story originally aired November 20, 2022.)
Who Shot the Tech Exec?
A tech exec and cannabis entrepreneur’s kidnapping is caught on surveillance video. "48 Hours" contributor Tracy Smith reports.
Thailand's legal weed lures curious but cautious Asian tourists
Most Asian nations have strict drug laws with harsh penalties, so Thailand's de facto legalization of pot has brought a wave of tourists from the region.
Record number of workers test positive for cannabis, study shows
The number of general employees testing positive for marijuana following an on-the-job accident has hit a 25-year high.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder starts cannabis nonprofit to support social causes
The nonprofit aims to get people convicted of nonviolent cannabis offenses out of prison.
Singapore executes alleged cannabis dealer, ignores U.N. request
Singaporean Tangaraju Suppiah was convicted of conspiracy to traffic a little more than two pounds of cannabis.
Great-granny's cannabis butter cooks up trouble at teen's high school
The 73-year-old Australian woman is said to be "extremely remorseful" for her apparent sleepy-eyed misstep.
Marijuana on the menu
The recent legalization of recreational cannabis use in several states has opened the door for weed-infused private dining experiences. Chef Miguel Trinidad joined CBS News to talk about his New York City eatery where marijuana is on the menu.
Amsterdam warns Brits looking to get "trashed" to simply "stay away"
The Dutch city has struggled to placate locals fed up with rowdy tourists lured by liberal laws on recreational sex and drugs.
Woody Harrelson on work and weed
Actor Woody Harrelson is as well-known for his affinity for cannabis as he is for his versatility on TV and in movies. He's currently starring in the Oscar-nominated "Triangle of Sadness," and the new sports comedy "Champions," about a prickly but charming basketball coach who finds himself leading a team of players with intellectual disabilities. Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz talks with Harrelson about fulfilling his dreams: both to inspire an audience, and to co-own a dispensary.
Love of rare liquor lands Oregon officials in criminal probe
The state attorney general said senior officials in the state's alcohol regulatory agency violated ethics laws by diverting rare bourbons for personal use.
Amsterdam to ban weed smoking on the streets of its red light district
City officials explained that residents have become "very upset at mass tourism and abuse of alcohol and drugs in the street."
Hong Kong criminalizes CBD, ranking it alongside heroin and cocaine
Authorities justify the ban, which mirrors mainland China's, by arguing that cannabidiol products could be converted into THC, the intoxicating compound in cannabis.
Brittney Griner arrives in U.S. following prisoner swap
Her plane landed in San Antonio, Texas. Griner was freed from Russia in exchange for notorious international arms dealer Viktor Bout.
10 Los Angeles middle schoolers treated for suspected overdoses
The Los Angeles Fire Department said that fentanyl was not involved in the incident.
Unlicensed weed sold in NYC tainted with E. coli, lead and salmonella
About 40% of cannabis products from 20 illicit stores in New York contained harmful contaminants, trade group says.
Former UCLA decathlete gets over 17 years in prison for cannabis pen fraud
The college track and field star was sentenced this week for allegedly defrauding cannabis industry investors out of over $45 million.
Cannabis, it's what's for dinner
With cannabis legal in some form in more than half of the States, some of the nation's top chefs are finding more ways to integrate it into their recipes.
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Trump trial live updates as defense team questions first witness
Follow live updates as former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker fields questions from former President Donald Trump's defense team.
Protests over Israel-Hamas war lead to hundreds of arrests on campuses
Hundreds of people have been arrested in California, New York, Massachusetts, Texas, Georgia and other states during the tense protests on college campuses.
Black man's death in police custody probed after release of bodycam video
A Black man in Ohio, Frank Tyson, seen handcuffed and facedown on a bar floor in the video, died in police custody. Officers involved have been placed on paid administrative leave.
Baby girl saved from dying mother's womb dies just days later in Gaza
Sabreen Erooh had survived an emergency cesarean section after her mother was fatally wounded in an Israeli airstrike.
Execution date set for Alabama man convicted of killing driver at ATM
Alabama has set a July 18 execution date for a man convicted in the 1998 shooting death of a delivery driver who had stopped at an ATM.
Cause of death revealed for doctor found dead in Arkansas lake
The case fueled social media speculation about whether his disappearance had been tied to his cryptocurrency dealings.
Biden touts labor endorsements, but members worry about Trump's "cultish" support
President Biden finds familiar and active allies for his reelection bid with labor union endorsements.
American arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo found in luggage out on bail
Ryan Watson, who faces a possible 12-year prison sentence after ammo was allegedly found in his carry-on, said he feels " incredibly blessed that people have been responding in such a powerful way."
Sixers' Joel Embiid says he's being treated for Bell's palsy
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
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Trump trial live updates as defense team questions first witness
Follow live updates as former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker fields questions from former President Donald Trump's defense team.
Execution date set for Alabama man convicted of killing driver at ATM
Alabama has set a July 18 execution date for a man convicted in the 1998 shooting death of a delivery driver who had stopped at an ATM.
Killer buys sex doll with wife's life insurance payout
After Kristen Trickle died at her home in Kansas, her husband Colby Trickle received over $120,000 in life insurance benefits and spent nearly $2,000 on a sex doll supposedly to help him sleep.
Century-old time capsule found at Minnesota high school
The superintendent said the discovery of the time capsule marks a "historic event for our community."
Grizzly bears to be restored to U.S. region where they were wiped out
There has been no confirmed evidence of a grizzly within the North Cascades Ecosystem in the U.S. since 1996.
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U.S. probing whether major Tesla Autopilot recall went far enough
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating whether last year's recall of Tesla's Autopilot driving system did enough to make sure drivers pay attention to the road.
Rise in all-cash transactions turbo charge price gains for luxury homes
Some 46.8% of luxury homes were bought entirely with cash in the three months ended February 29, the highest share in a decade, according to Redfin.
Cost of buying a home in America reaches a new high, Redfin says
The median mortgage payment jumped to a record $2,843 in April, up nearly 13% from a year ago, a new analysis finds.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality. Here's what that means.
U.S. regulators are reviving a rescinded rule, laying the groundwork for for a major court fight with the broadband industry.
Venice becomes first city to charge a daily tourist fee
Visitors will have to pay five euros, a fee designed to offset some of the costs of accommodating tourists.
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Trump trial live updates as defense team questions first witness
Follow live updates as former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker fields questions from former President Donald Trump's defense team.
China-U.S. ties "beginning to stabilize," but it won't be an easy road
After meeting China's leader Xi Jinping, Antony Blinken says both sides agree that difficult discussions are essential to avoid "any miscalculations."
Biden touts labor endorsements, but members worry about Trump's "cultish" support
President Biden finds familiar and active allies for his reelection bid with labor union endorsements.
Trump trial hears new details about alleged "catch and kill" scheme
Former National Enquirer boss David Pecker appeared on the stand for the third day, detailing an agreement the tabloid made with a former Playboy model.
McConnell says university presidents need to "get control of the situation" amid protests
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell appears on "Face the Nation" as pro-Palestinian protests roil American politics.
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Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
Sixers' Joel Embiid says he's being treated for Bell's palsy
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
U.S. birth rate drops to record low, ending pandemic uptick
CDC's provisional figures show a 2% decline in births from 2022 to 2023.
3 times you shouldn't brush your teeth, according to dental experts
Don't brush your teeth after breakfast? Or after vomiting? Dentists say it can wear away your enamel. Here's what to do instead.
U.S. orders cow testing for bird flu after grocery milk tests positive
Federal officials say they're double checking whether pasteurization has eradicated the danger from possible bird virus particles in milk.
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Baby girl saved from dying mother's womb dies just days later in Gaza
Sabreen Erooh had survived an emergency cesarean section after her mother was fatally wounded in an Israeli airstrike.
China-U.S. ties "beginning to stabilize," but it won't be an easy road
After meeting China's leader Xi Jinping, Antony Blinken says both sides agree that difficult discussions are essential to avoid "any miscalculations."
American arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo found in luggage out on bail
Ryan Watson, who faces a possible 12-year prison sentence after ammo was allegedly found in his carry-on, said he feels " incredibly blessed that people have been responding in such a powerful way."
Attorneys for American imprisoned by Taliban file urgent petitions with U.N.
The petitions are the latest in the effort for Ryan Corbett's release.
Metal detectorist finds centuries-old artifact outlawed by emperor
A cross unearthed in eastern Poland likely belonged to an outcasted Russian religious community around 300 years ago.
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Kate Hudson says her relationship with her father, Bill Hudson, is "warming up"
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS News Sunday Morning" April 28, the Oscar-nominated actress also talks about her debut as a singer-songwriter with the album "Glorious."
See inside Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow's home that's now on sale
Looking for a place to live in NYC? Zillow is now listing Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow's former home on the Upper East Side.
Italy bans loans of works to Minneapolis museum in a dispute over ancient marble statue
Italy's Culture Ministry has banned loans of works to the Minneapolis Institute of Art, following a dispute with the U.S. museum over an ancient marble statue believed to have been looted from Italy almost a half-century ago.
Windmill sails mysteriously fall off Paris' iconic Moulin Rouge cabaret
The renowned Moulin Rouge cabaret venue's director has vowed to "rise to the challenge" after the windmill's sails fell off.
Harvey Weinstein 2020 rape conviction overturned by New York's highest court
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
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Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
Why the U.S. struggles to combat romance scams
Local and federal authorities face challenges in investigating and prosecuting romance scammers because the scammers are often based overseas. Jim Axelrod explains.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality. Here's what that means.
U.S. regulators are reviving a rescinded rule, laying the groundwork for for a major court fight with the broadband industry.
Meta launches new AI assistant
Meta began rolling out its new AI-powered smart assistant software, saying it will be integrated across Instagram, Facebook and Messenger. Adam Auriemma, editor-in-chief for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss the new tool.
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Doctor on lessons from Flint water crisis
Pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose work has spurred official action on the Flint water crisis, told CBS News that it's stunning that "we continue to use the bodies of our kids as detectors of environmental contamination." She discusses ways to support victims of the water crisis, the ongoing work of replacing the city's pipes and more in this extended interview.
Flint residents on 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi spoke with residents about what the past decade has been like.
Paving the way to a greener future
According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.
Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
Plastic pollution treaty negotiations
Representatives from across the world are gathering in Ottawa, Canada, to negotiate a potential treaty to limit plastic pollution. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has the latest on the talks.
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Killer buys sex doll with wife's life insurance payout
After Kristen Trickle died at her home in Kansas, her husband Colby Trickle received over $120,000 in life insurance benefits and spent nearly $2,000 on a sex doll supposedly to help him sleep.
What's next for Harvey Weinstein
The State of New York Court of Appeals overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction Thursday and has ordered a new trial. Julie Rendelman, a criminal defense attorney, and CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan look at the possible reasons why it was overturned and what it means for Weinstein, who was also convicted of rape in Los Angeles in 2022.
Harvey Weinstein rape conviction overturned
A New York appeals court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crimes. The court ruled that the disgraced movie mogul did not have a fair trial because the judge who presided over the case allowed women to testify about allegations that were not part of the charges against him. Weinstein will remain in prison because of his rape conviction in Los Angeles.
Harvey Weinstein 2020 rape conviction overturned by New York's highest court
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Maryland educator framed principal for racist rant using AI-generated voice, police say
A former high school athletic director was arrested Thursday morning after allegedly using artificial intelligence to impersonate the school principal in a recording that included racist and antisemitic comments.
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Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Spacecraft spots "spiders" scattered across surface of Mars
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Pecker testimony continues in Trump trial
The defense will continue its cross-examination of former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker Friday in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial. Pecker has admitted to buying and burying negative stories about Trump in the lead-up to the 2016 election. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates has more.
Whitney Port opens up about IVF journey
Reality star and designer Whitney Port discusses her new partnership with prenatal vitamin company Perelel and launches the "Fertility, Unfiltered" video series. She also talks for the first time about her personal decision to pursue IVF again after facing challenges in conceiving a second child.
Kansas crime scene divides investigators
A Kansas woman's 2019 shooting death on Halloween divided investigators. To get more answers, a new prosecutor suggested authorities try a different type of autopsy — aimed at uncovering the victim's state of mind. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports on the controversial method.
Paid caregivers talk financial hardships
Caregivers who are paid privately or through state funds say they're working around the clock, but are barely earning enough to get by. Lisa Ling has more.
Reggie Bush on reclaiming Heisman Trophy
Reggie Bush reflects on the reinstatement of his Heisman Trophy after 14 years, discusses his ongoing defamation lawsuit against the NCAA and shares his insights on the future of college football. This marks his first in-depth interview since the Heisman Trust's decision to return the award.