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Texas church shooter escaped from a mental health facility in 2012; Vietnam typhoon leaves over 100 people death or missing
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Polls closed a short time ago in Virginia and New Jersey races for governor. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto, CBS News contributor and congressional reporter for the Washington Post Ed O'Keefe, CBSN political contributor and GOP strategist Leslie Sanchez and CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Zerlina Maxwell discuss what to watch in this race, and what it might mean for the 2018 midterms.
Trump in Asia
With U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson looking on, President Trump declined to say whether he still thought direct negotiations with North Korea were a waste of time, as he tweeted last month. Margaret Brennan reports from Seoul.
Trump weighs in on VA race
President Trump is urging his supporters to vote for Republican Ed Gillespie in Virginia, while Democrat Ralph Northam is hammering the president in his campaign. Politico national political reporter Gabe Debenedetti joins CBSN to discuss the Trump factor in this important race.
Trump on North Korea
During a joint news conference alongside South Korean President Moon Jae-in, President Trump said "a lot of progress is being made" on the North Korean threat, and he urged the rogue regime to "make a deal." CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett breaks down the president's remarks.
Donna Brazile's explosive claims
Explosive claims by former Democratic National Committee chair Donna Brazile are bringing attention back to the 2016 presidential race. In a new book, Brazile reveals the DNC struck a deal with Hillary Clinton's campaign in August 2015, trading strategic and financial control of the committee for fundraising and investment. Brazile joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her book, "Hacks: The Inside Story of the Break-Ins and Breakdowns that Put Donald Trump in the White House."
Trump in South Korea
President Trump arrived in South Korea overnight after a two-day visit to Japan. At a news conference in Seoul, the president said "a lot of progress" is happening on North Korea. He urged the North to "make a deal." Major Garrett reports.
Trump on Texas shooting
Franco Ordoñez of McClatchy DC joins CBSN to discuss the President Trump's remarks following Sunday's deadly church massacre in Sutherland Springs, Texas, that left at least 26 people dead.
Latest about DNC
Former interim Democratic National Committee Chair Donna Brazile reportedly says in her new book that she considered trying to replace Hillary Clinton with then-Vice President Joe Biden -- just weeks before the election. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Nomiki Konst, Democratic strategist and contributor for The Hill Michael Starr Hopkins and Democratic strategist and Martin O'Malley's former deputy campaign manager Lis Smith join CBSN to discuss the latest DNC drama and its effect on the Virginia gubernatorial race.
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Texas shooter sustained 3 gunshot wounds. One of the shots appear to be self-inflected; Companies market "End of Days" shelters
Trump's Asia tour
President Trump is continuing his whirlwind trip through Asia, wrapping up his visit to Japan on Monday. From there, he continues to South Korea, China, Vietnam and the Philippines where North Korea is the main topic of discussion. Margaret Brennan is traveling with the president.
Saudi billionaire arrested
In tweets on Monday evening, President Trump appeared to endorse the moves, which included removing a prince who headed the kingdom's National Guard and establishing an "anti-corruption" committee.
Trump in Asia
President Trump reassured Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe that the U.S. commitment to ally Japan is ironclad, and he defended his tough talk on North Korea, during the first part of his trip to Asia. Margaret Brennan reports.
Trump slams N. Korea
President Trump is in Japan, the first stop on his five-nation trip through Asia. At the forefront of discussions is global trade and the growing threat from North Korea. AP White House reporter and CBSN contributor Zeke Miller has more on the president's trip.
Paul Manafort in court
Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort and his business associate Rick Gates appeared before a federal judge for the third time since being indicted. The judge ordered both Manafort and Gates to remain on house arrest with their movements tracked by GPS. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with more on the judge's ruling.
Trump feeds fish
President Tump and Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe paused for a lighter moment during Mr. Trump's overseas visit — to feed Asian carp fish in a koi pond.
Trump approval rating
Wednesday marks one year since President Trump was elected. Sunday marked Mr. Trump's first trip to Asia, starting in Japan. A new poll out Sunday shows Mr. Trump's approval rating at this point in his presidency is lower than any U.S. president in seven decades. Just 37 percent approve of the way Mr. Trump is handling his job. Margaret Brennan reports.
Trump on Texas shooting
During an event in Japan, President Trump commented on Sunday's shooting at a Texas church. Trump said he had spoken with Texas Governor Greg Abbott and offered his thanks to first responders. See the president's full remarks.
Administration's staff
Author Michael Lewis discusses his reporting on how the Trump administration is filling positions in federal agencies.
Trump begins Asia trip
CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports from the first stop on President Trump's trip to Asia.
Sen. Warner: Russia probe
The top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee talks with "Face the Nation" about the latest developments in the Trump-Russia investigation.
Trump's first Asia trip
President Trump is embarking on his first trip to Asia, the longest presidential trip to the region in decades. Mr. Trump will attempt to ease allies' growing concerns over North Korea. He's also expected to talk about the United States' role in trade. Isaac Stone Fish, senior fellow at the Asia Society's Center on U.S.-China Relations, joins CBSN to discuss the president's trip.
What's next for Russia probe?
President Trump continues to face questions about the ongoing Russia investigation. He has expressed frustration over special counsel Robert Mueller's probe and with Attorney General Jeff Sessions. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the latest revelations and what George Papadopoulos's designation as a "proactive cooperator" could mean for the overall probe.
Trump calls out DOJ
Some of President Trump's frustrations over the Russia investigation lie with Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Before leaving Washington on Friday, Mr. Trump turned up the heat on Sessions and his political opponents, in a move some say tests the boundaries of his office. Errol Barnett reports.
Trump's Asia trip
Niall Stanage, associate editor for The Hill, joined CBSN to discuss President Trump's recent comments about Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and the Justice Department - and what Republicans will do to push tax reform while the president is overseas.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Amazon cargo plane crash victims were in vehicles that were hit, NTSB says
An Amazon cargo plane overshot a runway at Miami International Airport and crashed into two vehicles before coming to a stop and bursting into flames. Five people were killed.
Drought, rising costs and beef import pressures squeeze Wyoming ranchers
"It's been a year that I hope we never do it again," said Lander Nicodemus, owner of Torrington Livestock Markets, which auctions about 450,000 head of cattle each year.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Hurricane warning issued for western Hawaii as Lowell approaches
The National Hurricane Center posted a hurricane warning for western Hawaii's Kauai County as Hurricane Lowell moved toward the area as a Category 2 storm.
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Drought, rising costs and beef import pressures squeeze Wyoming ranchers
"It's been a year that I hope we never do it again," said Lander Nicodemus, owner of Torrington Livestock Markets, which auctions about 450,000 head of cattle each year.
What's open and closed on Labor Day 2026? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
Gas prices at record high for any Labor Day, as diesel hits all-time record
The average price of regular gas was $4.15 a gallon on Labor Day, well above the Labor Day weekend record of $3.82 from 2012, and diesel was at a new all-time record of $5.90.
Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think.
Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
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Kushner attributes the lack of progress on Gaza to upcoming Israeli elections
U.S. efforts to advance plans to disarm Hamas and open the way for investment into rebuilding Gaza have stalled.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Far-right AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of majority
Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.
Armed man arrested for allegedly charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
GOP conference chair says Miller is "our nominee right now" despite allegations
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."
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What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
Dawn Jemison started dealing with pelvic pain as a preteen. It took decades to learn why — and to find a solution.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
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Pope Leo unveils new fresco at sanctuary where he prayed after his election
Pope Leo XIV unveiled the portrait before celebrating Mass with his fellow Augustinian brothers at the Sanctuary of Our Mother of Good Counsel in the medieval village of Genazzano, south of Rome.
Kushner attributes the lack of progress on Gaza to upcoming Israeli elections
U.S. efforts to advance plans to disarm Hamas and open the way for investment into rebuilding Gaza have stalled.
U.K. anti-migrant protests condemned as "thuggish and intimidating"
Masked British protesters snarled traffic at a busy passenger ferry port and tried to block buses carrying newly arrived migrants, drawing criticism from virtually all corners.
King says Prince Harry and Meghan remain private citizens after U.K. return
Prince Harry and Meghan stepped down as senior working members of the royal family in January 2020, and this position, the letter said, "will continue to be fully respected."
How the far-right AfD is causing a German political earthquake
The AfD may not end up controlling Germany's Saxony-Anhalt state despite a landslide election victory, but the far-right party's "dream result" sends a clear message.
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Fall television season set to begin
Labor Day weekend not only marks the traditional end of summer, but the start of the fall television season. The Hollywood Reporter senior editor Alex Weprin joins CBS News to discuss.
Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on NYC following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and producer Jane Rosenthal founded the Tribeca Film Festival as a way to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes and help revitalize a shattered city.
Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on New York City following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and his longtime business partner, producer Jane Rosenthal, looked for ways to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes. The Tribeca Film Festival, which debuted in 2002, has not only successfully launched a new generation of filmmakers; it has also helped revitalize the city in what De Niro called "an act of defiance." Tracy Smith talks with De Niro and Rosenthal about their festival's mission: to use art as an antidote to what they see as traumatic times facing America.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who recently left us, including two-time Grammy-winning jazz singer Cassandra Wilson.
9/6: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Looking back at 9/11; Robert De Niro on revitalizing Lower Manhattan; how Gander, Newfoundland responded to 9/11; postpartum psychosis; Gloria Steinem and the founding of Ms. Magazine; and the quest for the best burger.
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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.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Detective says cruelty of woman's murder will "stay with me forever"
Lt. Dakota Black of the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office in Shawnee, Oklahoma, says the case of Makayla Meave, a missing teacher's aide, was one of the most heart-wrenching cases of her career.
A young mom was near death from lead poisoning. Who was trying to kill her?
Hannah Pettey, 22, a married mother of two from Alabama, suffered debilitating pain and lost more than 45 pounds as her health rapidly declined. Doctors suspected either her mother or her husband were trying to poison her.
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy trial
A judge in Massachusetts declared a mistrial in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, who killed her three young children, after jurors said for a third time they could not agree on a verdict.
Luxury brands' labor practices under scrutiny
Italian authorities are turning their attention to the luxury brands at the top of the fashion food chain after allegations of cheap labor and exploitation.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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3 American men advance to Open quarterfinals
The U.S. Open still has several Americans in action as we head into the second week at Flushing Meadows. Yahoo Sports senior writer Dan Wolken joins CBS News to discuss.
Fall television season set to begin
Labor Day weekend not only marks the traditional end of summer, but the start of the fall television season. The Hollywood Reporter senior editor Alex Weprin joins CBS News to discuss.
Previewing New Hampshire's Senate primaries
Primary voters in New Hampshire are heading to the polls on Tuesday, where the balance of power in the U.S. Senate may be at stake. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the details.
Canada's retaliatory tariffs to take effect
Canada's latest retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. are set to take effect overnight Monday into Tuesday. CBS News business contributor Javier David joins to discuss how your finances could be impacted.
Tehran threatens U.S. after strikes on tankers
Iran is threatening retaliation after U.S. airstrikes sank three ships in the Gulf. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.