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
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Russia frees U.S. woman jailed a month for marijuana
St. Petersburg court found Audrey Lorber guilty of "attempting to import" pot she had a U.S. prescription for, but freed her on time served
Utah lung disease cases from vaping quadruple after one week
The Utah Department of Health confirmed there are now 21 cases of lung disease connected to e-cigarettes
DEA says it will expand marijuana research
The Justice Department said it will take action on applications to add more growers for marijuana research
The unintended consequences of more potent pot
"This is nuclear strength… rocket science Ph.D.s coming in and making this stuff stronger than any strains of weed anyone has ever known"
At some colleges, marijuana studies are blooming
Cornell is just one of the schools rolling out new classes that focus on the growing cannabis field
Illinois becomes 11th state to legalize recreational marijuana
The bill allows Illinois residents to buy up to 30 grams of marijuana at a time starting in 2020
Nevada job applicants can skip marijuana testing
The state legalized recreational cannabis in 2016 and now becomes the first to ban failing job applicants because of the substance
Elon Musk, Screen Time, Ryan Speedo Green
Elon Musk opens up to Lesley Stahl about Twitter, pot, the Securities and Exchange Commission, Model 3 and Tesla; then, a groundbreaking study examines effects of screen time on kids; and, Ryan Speedo Green: From juvenile delinquency to opera stardom
Illinois sends recreational pot bill to governor's desk
The law would take effect January 1, 2020 once signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker
FDA reviewing plan to legalize CBD in food and drinks
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday will hold its first public hearing on a plan to legalize CBD
CBD craze causing confusion with different state laws
The $600 million industry is touted as a remedy for everything from aches and pains to stress
Do CBD-infused massages live up to their claims?
Spas are promoting the benefits of CBD, but experts say the trend is taking off faster than science can keep up
Curaleaf in record $1 billion deal for cannabis oil company
Acquisition is the biggest ever in the rapidly emerging sector, a sign the marijuana industry is maturing
Corporate America embraces 420 as pot legalization grows
April 20 marijuana holiday now a mainstream marketing gimmick, from Lyft's $4.20 credits to Carl's Jr.'s CBD burgers
Support for marijuana legalization hits new high, CBS News poll finds
65% of Americans now think marijuana should be legal — a record high in CBS News polling
American workers testing positive for drug use climbs to 14-year high
Illicit substance use is at its highest since 2004, with marijuana the most commonly detected drug, an analysis finds
Scientific evidence behind CBD claims?
CBD is popping up in everything from food to beauty products. It comes from plants in the cannabis family and has been marketed as a solution for anxiety, pain and epilepsy. With Walgreens and CVS expanding into hemp-derived CBD products, the FDA is taking a closer look at the unregulated market. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss whether there is scientific evidence behind the claims.
CBD: 6 key questions answered about the marijuana extract
Everything you need to know about the pot compound that's all the rage as weed comes out of the shadows
Smoking pot in pregnancy may raise risks for baby
As more states legalize cannabis, doctors are concerned it may give the false impression that it's safe to use during pregnancy
Marijuana-related ER visits climb at Colorado hospital
New research shows pot's bad effects are sending more people to the emergency room
New Jersey lawmakers delay vote on recreational pot
While governor pushes for passage and the expungement of marijuana-related criminal records, critics push back, and dozens of towns pre-emptively ban weed
Smoking strong pot daily linked to increased risk of psychosis
The research adds to previous studies that have found links between marijuana and mental health problems, but still does not definitively pinpoint marijuana as the cause
Smoking medical marijuana becomes legal in Florida
Florida health department must create guidelines for doctors who are planning to prescribe smokable medical marijuana, which may create delays for some patients
The man behind Blue Moon is brewing cannabis-infused beer
"There are gummies and chocolates. but let's face it. When people are getting married you can't toast the bride and the groom with a gummy bear"
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested after their deaths
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested following their deaths, L.A. sheriff's records show.
Brian Walshe convicted of first-degree murder in wife's death
A jury has found Massachusetts man Brian Walshe guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Ana Walshe.
4 members of far-left group charged for alleged terror plot in California
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the FBI and Justice Department thwarted "what would have been a massive and horrific terror plot" in Southern California.
Brown University shooting victims identified
The two people who were killed in a shooting at Brown University on Saturday have been identified as students Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov.
Parents recall panic as they lost track of daughter during Bondi attack
Wayne and Vanessa Miller's little girls were "having an absolute ball" at a Jewish holiday event at Bondi Beach, before gunmen shattered the joy.
Brown shooting manhunt continues as mayor urges people to share tips
Authorities released a person of interest after determining that the evidence "points in a different direction."
Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
7 highlights from Erika Kirk's CBS News town hall
Erika Kirk recalls the emotional fog of Charlie Kirk's assassination, addresses conspiracy theories and takes questions during a CBS News town hall hosted by Bari Weiss.
Hollywood stars, politicians react to deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife
Tributes and condolences have poured in for the prolific director, actor and activist Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, who were found dead Sunday in their home in Los Angeles.
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Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
Touting Warner Bros. offer, Netflix execs vow to keep releasing movies
Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos sought in a letter to tamp down concerns that the streaming giant is not committed to the movie business.
Brown shooting manhunt continues as mayor urges people to share tips
Authorities released a person of interest after determining that the evidence "points in a different direction."
4 members of far-left group charged for alleged terror plot in California
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the FBI and Justice Department thwarted "what would have been a massive and horrific terror plot" in Southern California.
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Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
Touting Warner Bros. offer, Netflix execs vow to keep releasing movies
Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos sought in a letter to tamp down concerns that the streaming giant is not committed to the movie business.
Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
iRobot, which introduced the Roomba vacuum cleaner in 2002, vows to continue supporting its products despite Chapter 11 filing.
A guide to "Made in America" holiday gifts, state by state
The Made in America Holiday Gift Guide, promoting products made in the U.S., includes more than 150 companies from all 50 states. For small business owners, being included in this year's gift guide feels close to a Christmas miracle.
What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
In 2025, more than 1.1 million Americans were laid off from their jobs, the most since the COVID pandemic, even as corporate profits remain high. Business experts discuss the reasons why companies resort to layoffs.
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Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
4 members of far-left group charged for alleged terror plot in California
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the FBI and Justice Department thwarted "what would have been a massive and horrific terror plot" in Southern California.
Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
Daniel Hodges, a D.C. metropolitan police officer, says he's trying to block the whitewashing of the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado and Sen. Bill Cassidy join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett tthat aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
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He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
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Rabbis, a young girl and a Holocaust survivor among Bondi Beach victims
Family and friends say Rabbi Eli Schlanger, who helped plan the targeted Hanukkah event on Bondi Beach, was among the 15 people killed.
Parents recall panic as they lost track of daughter during Bondi attack
Wayne and Vanessa Miller's little girls were "having an absolute ball" at a Jewish holiday event at Bondi Beach, before gunmen shattered the joy.
Leaders say Australia needs tougher gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
For the second time in 3 decades, Australian leaders have vowed to respond quickly to a mass shooting with tighter gun ownership laws.
Gang using helicopters to smuggle drugs busted in Spain
Police seized one of the helicopters, 1,448 pounds of hashish, five firearms, cash and vehicles during raids.
Remains of ancient king's temple dedicated to sun god found in Egypt
An archaeological team has uncovered for the first time more than half of the temple, long buried under River Nile sediment.
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Touting Warner Bros. offer, Netflix execs vow to keep releasing movies
Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos sought in a letter to tamp down concerns that the streaming giant is not committed to the movie business.
From the archives: Rob Reiner
In this Aug. 15, 2010 "Sunday Morning" profile, actor, writer and director Rob Reiner talked with Russ Mitchell about starring in the classic sitcom "All in the Family," and directing such hits as "Stand By Me," "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally" and "A Few Good Men."
Hollywood stars, politicians react to deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife
Tributes and condolences have poured in for the prolific director, actor and activist Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, who were found dead Sunday in their home in Los Angeles.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested after their deaths
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested following their deaths, L.A. sheriff's records show.
Members of rock band Kiss on road to fame
The legendary rock band Kiss, a Kennedy Center honoree this year, has sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Founding members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley talk about their road to stardom.
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Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
iRobot, which introduced the Roomba vacuum cleaner in 2002, vows to continue supporting its products despite Chapter 11 filing.
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.
What's next after Trump's AI rule order?
President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
College grads struggling to launch careers
New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor's upcoming book "How to Start" looks at the difficulties of beginning your career. Kantor joins "The Takeout" to unpack some of the difficulties college students face, artificial intelligence and more.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Source: Reiner's daughter discovered parents
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele's daughter discovered her parents' bodies in their Los Angeles home and called the police, a source confirmed for CBS News. Nick Reiner, one of the couple's sons, is in custody, jail records show.
Rob Reiner's son arrested, jail records show
Nick Reiner, a son of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, was arrested Sunday and is being held on $4 million bail, according to jail records from the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department. Rob Reiner and his wife were found dead in their Los Angeles home. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Brown University shooting victims identified
The two people who were killed in a shooting at Brown University on Saturday have been identified as students Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested after their deaths
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested following their deaths, L.A. sheriff's records show.
Brown Student survives second school shooting
Police are still searching for the shooter who killed two people and injured at least nine others at Brown University's campus on Saturday, officials said. Mia Tretta, a Brown University student who was shot in a 2019 school shooting, spoke with CBS News' Tom Hanson about surviving another attack.
Space
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"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
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Jimmy Lai convicted in landmark trial
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist and former media mogul Jimmy Lai was convicted in a landmark national security trial in Beijing and could face life in prison. Caoilfhionn Gallagher, who led Lai's legal team, joins "CBS News Mornings" with more.
Source: Reiner's daughter discovered parents
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele's daughter discovered her parents' bodies in their Los Angeles home and called the police, a source confirmed for CBS News. Nick Reiner, one of the couple's sons, is in custody, jail records show.
Latest on deadly Australia Hanukkah attack
Australia is reeling from a deadly terror attack on Jews celebrating Hanukkah that killed at least 15 people and injured dozens more. It was the country's worst mass shooting in nearly 30 years. Anna Coren reports.
From the archives: Rob Reiner
In this Aug. 15, 2010 "Sunday Morning" profile, actor, writer and director Rob Reiner talked with Russ Mitchell about starring in the classic sitcom "All in the Family," and directing such hits as "Stand By Me," "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally" and "A Few Good Men."
Rob Reiner's son arrested, jail records show
Nick Reiner, a son of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, was arrested Sunday and is being held on $4 million bail, according to jail records from the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department. Rob Reiner and his wife were found dead in their Los Angeles home. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.