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WorldView: Iraqi Parliament election
Shiite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr, the onetime leader of opposition against U.S. forces following the 2003 invasion of Iraq, is poised to become the country's key political power broker after Sunday's parliamentary election. Relations thaw between Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad and Arab neighbors. Britain's new aircraft carrier stops in Singapore. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un talks about weapons development. And activists in Nepal are seeking legal marijuana. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with a roundup.
California State Fair adding cannabis award
The California State Fair will add a "cannabis cultivation" category to its annual competitions beginning next year. Kurtis Ming has more.
Amazon says "time has come" for U.S. to legalize marijuana
Online retailer, which no longer screens workers for marijuana use, wants Congress to ease nation's cannabis laws.
Recreational pot now legal in Vegas
Medical marijuana dispensaries in Las Vegas are now selling pot to anyone who can prove they are over the age of 21. The measure to legalize marijuana was approved by Nevada voters last November, and now for the first time, a torrent of Fourth of July tourists will be able to enjoy them - with some restrictions. Jamie Yuccas reports.
What's next for pot industry?
The national movement to legalize marijuana took a big step forward this week – and a big step back. California became the largest state in the nation to permit recreational pot use, but on Thursday Attorney General Jeff Sessions rescinded Obama-era guidelines meant to limit federal prosecutions. Atlantic senior editor Derek Thompson joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss why this situation is so confusing and what this means for business owners in the burgeoning marijuana industry.
Can marijuana help reduce seizures?
A study published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that the use of cannabidiol, which is derived from marijuana and does not induce a high, was successful in decreasing seizures in children who suffer from a complex epilepsy disorder. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
Marijuana-involved driving deaths on the rise
With marijuana legal in 33 U.S. states, a new warning emerged about car crashes involving use of the drug. An AAA study looked back at 10 years of traffic deaths in Washington state, finding that the number of drivers high off marijuana involved in fatal car crashes more than doubled since legalization in 2012. Kris Van Cleave reports on the organization’s warning to states.
World Anti-Doping Agency to review athlete cannabis ban
The announcement comes two months after U.S. sprinting star Sha'Carri Richardson was disqualified from the Tokyo Olympics for using marijuana after she had learned that her mother had died.
Coast Guard seizes $1.4 billion worth of cocaine and marijuana
Crew members of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James offloaded nearly 60,000 pounds of cocaine and approximately 1,430 pounds of marijuana at Florida's Port Everglades.
Overdoses from marijuana edibles rise in children
There's a rising trend in young children accidentally consuming marijuana edibles at home. Doctors are warning parents to keep the edibles out of reach. Jeff Pegues reports.
Children increasingly overdosing on marijuana edibles
Doctors are warning parents to keep the candy-like drugs hidden from children.
Schumer proposes decriminalizing marijuana
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer introduced a draft proposal this week that would remove cannabis from the federal Controlled Substances Act and give states the right to decide how or if they want to legalize marijuana. Rootz Research CEO Eric Spitz joined CBSN to explore Schumer's ambitious plan.
Overdose deaths skyrocket to 93,000 in 2020
Preliminary data from the CDC shows drug overdose deaths skyrocketed to a record 93,000 in 2020. That's a nearly 30% increase from the previous year. CBS News' Jeff Pegues explains what fueled this spike. Then Joe Schrank, program director of the Heavenly Center, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss how cannabis can be a crucial tool in fighting the opioid epidemic.
3 Senate Democrats draft plan to end federal ban on marijuana
They also aim to implement a series of programs to help communities that have been harmed by the war on drugs.
$1.19 billion worth of marijuana seized in California
The operation is the largest marijuana eradication of illegal cultivations in the history of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, officials said.
Sha'Carri Richardson excluded from Olympics
American sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson has been excluded from the U.S. track and field team for the 4x100-meter relay race and will miss the Tokyo Olympics. It follows a month-long suspension handed down a few days ago over a positive marijuana test. Adam Kilgore, national sports reporter for The Washington Post, joined "CBSN AM' to discuss the controversy.
Authorities announce massive drug bust in California
Authorities in Southern California have seized more than 16 tons of marijuana worth an estimated $1.19 billion, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department officials said Wednesday. The 10-day sting is the largest eradication of illegal marijuana cultivations in the history of the department. Read more here.
Sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson fails drug test
Star sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson has been suspended for a month after testing positive for marijuana, putting her Tokyo Olympic hopes in jeopardy. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has details.
WorldView: Ethiopia's cease-fire in Tigray
We are following several international headlines, including Ethiopia declaring an immediate cease-fire in Tigray; a new report on sexual abuse in the Catholic Church in Poland; Mexico decriminalizing recreational marijuana; and former South African president Jacob Zuma's sentencing. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joins CBSN AM with the roundup.
Connecticut is the latest state to legalize recreational marijuana
"For decades, the war on cannabis caused injustices and created disparities while doing little to protect public health and safety," Governor Ned Lamont said.
Lee Carter on his campaign for Virginia governor
In Virginia's Democratic gubernatorial primary election on Tuesday, five candidates are competing to challenge Republican nominee Glenn Youngkin in the race to succeed Governor Ralph Northam. One of the candidates, Virginia Delegate Lee Carter, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss some of his progressive policy proposals, including a plan to use newly legalized cannabis sales to fund reparations for Black and indigenous communities, and why he wants to "own the label" as a self-proclaimed socialist.
Warning about drugs doused in bug spray
Rescue crews in Indianapolis say a growing number of overdose cases involve a street drug called KD, which is made with bug spray and causes "zombie"-like effects. WTTV's Alexis McAdams reports.
"Ganja yoga" a new fitness fad
As more states make it legal to light up, marijuana use is becoming more open and some people are even adding pot to their yoga routines. CBS News' Danielle Nottingham visits a special fitness class in San Francisco.
Feds change pot policy
States that legalized recreational marijuana are angry and confused by Attorney General Jeff Sessions' move to reverse the Obama administration's "hands-off" federal policy toward pot. A memo from Sessions calls marijuana use "a serious crime" that could be prosecuted under federal laws. Mireya Villarreal reports.
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Trump meets Netanyahu as his threat to resume strikes looms over Iran
Trump meets Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu as the U.S. and Iran hold their fire amid work toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Thune says of Lindsey Graham "I feel his absence every day" in Capitol ceremony
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than 1,000 pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what's likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
People trapped and injured after powerful earthquake strikes Japan
A powerful earthquake hit southern Japan, causing injuries according to the country's prime minister, with some people reportedly trapped in a damaged mall.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
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Biden tapes released after legal battle, with references to classified material
Audio recordings that former President Joe Biden fought for years to keep private have now been released.
William Shatner and daughter recall fighting stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought stage 4 cancer side by side.
eBay settles with couple "terrorized" in bizarre stalking scandal
eBay has agreed to pay a large settlement after a Massachusetts couple was the victim of a bizarre harassment campaign.
Bryan Kohberger challenges conviction in Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, the man serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four University of Idaho students, filed a petition for post-conviction relief Monday.
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What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
Thune says of Lindsey Graham "I feel his absence every day" in Capitol ceremony
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
In final debate, Michigan Senate Democrats spar over outside spending
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
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Johnson & Johnson offers $5.5 billion to settle talc lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson has offered $5.5 billion to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its baby powder and other talcum powder products caused ovarian cancer, the company says.
Taylor Farms CEO pressed by lawmaker over cyclospora outbreak
Rep. Robert Garcia is seeking information about whether Taylor Farms used White House ties to influence the federal response to the foodborne illness outbreak.
Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
The biggest weather risk for homeowners? It's no longer hurricanes.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
Coca-Cola resumes Fairlife milk production after ransomware attack
Coca-Cola restarts production of Fairlife brand milk after a ransomware attack forced it to halt operations at several factories.
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Judge orders immigration officials to free key witness in deadly ICE shooting
A federal judge ordered U.S. immigration authorities to release a key witness in the fatal shooting of a Mexican homebuilder by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston.
Thune says of Lindsey Graham "I feel his absence every day" in Capitol ceremony
President Trump is delivering a eulogy for Sen. Lindsey Graham, his one-time opponent for the presidency and later, his close ally.
In final debate, Michigan Senate Democrats spar over outside spending
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
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What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought stage 4 cancer side by side.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Cyclospora outbreak impact on eating habits
Amid the outbreak of cyclospora, a CBS News poll finds 40% of Americans say they are buying or eating less produce. Nearly half of those polled say they have little or no confidence in the FDA to deal with the outbreak. Carter Evans reports.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
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Woman murdered in 1936 and buried under building is finally identified
Police have finally identified the remains of a woman murdered nearly a century ago and buried beneath a building in Toronto.
Widow of murdered mayor arrested in extortion case in Mexico
Valentin Lavin, who was allied with President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, was shot and killed during a town hall.
People trapped and injured after powerful earthquake strikes Japan
A powerful earthquake hit southern Japan, seriously damaging a shopping mall where there are reportedly many people trapped and some dead.
Friend describes last known movements of missing American in Grenada
American Elizabeth Waddell was last seen on July 22 while visiting the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada.
Knife attack in Paris thwarted by quick-thinking bystander, witness says
Officials say the motive behind a violent attack on three women in Paris is unclear, but the suspect shouted incoherently after being tackled by bystanders.
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William Shatner and daughter Melanie recall fighting stage 4 cancer together
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, recall how they helped each other as they fought stage 4 cancer side by side.
William Shatner, daughter on cancer journeys
Legendary actor William Shatner and his daughter Melanie Shatner Gretsch are opening up about their battles with stage 4 cancer nearly at the same time as each other. Both are now cancer-free and share how they helped each other through the challenging time.
Ariana Grande sues alleged hackers
In a new lawsuit, Ariana Grande alleges unidentified hackers caused "irreparable harm" to her career and stole her unreleased music, photos and videos. She's asking the court to force internet providers to identify them.
"The Odyssey" movie sparking interest in book
Moviegoers are turning out in droves for the IMAX spectacle "The Odyssey," but they're also flocking to something else: the 2,700-year-old source material. Matt Gutman has more.
Comedian Jeff Arcuri talks new special
Comedian Jeff Arcuri became a sensation on social media after more than a decade of performing at comedy clubs. He talks about his debut stand-up special, "Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You," his comedy reaching new audiences and a time when crowd work didn't go as expected.
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Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
Theaters score with themed popcorn buckets
Bradley Blackburn visits gets a taste of the custom popcorn buckets from movies like "The Odyssey" that are driving fans crazy.
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.
Brands cash in on AI influencers
A growing number of faces on your feeds are generated by artificial intelligence, and brands are buying in. Increasingly, these AI influencers are marketing products, often deceptively, to consumers. Shanelle Kaul has more.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Police seek third Seattle shooting suspect
Seattle police are hunting for a third suspect being linked to a deadly shooting at a food festival near the Space Needle. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
What is postpartum psychosis, the disorder at the center of Lindsay Clancy's trial?
A key question in the Massachusetts murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is whether postpartum psychosis drove her to kill her three children.
Extremism expert on Berlin Pride attack
Authorities say the suspect who attacked Berlin's Pride event was known to German police for other crimes. Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler of the Counter Extremism Project speaks on German efforts to monitor extremists, and CBS News' Bradley Blackburn takes a look at German data on hate crimes against LGBTQ+ people.
Woman murdered in 1936 and buried under building is finally identified
Police have finally identified the remains of a woman murdered nearly a century ago and buried beneath a building in Toronto.
Bryan Kohberger challenges his conviction
Bryan Kohberger, the man sentenced for the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students, pleaded guilty last year as part of a deal. Now, he wants to take back his guilty plea and go to trial. Jericka Duncan reports.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Takeaways as America honors Lindsay Graham
Memories of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham were abundant at the U.S. Capitol ceremony honoring the Republican from South Carolina who died unexpectedly in early July. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Watch: Thune remembers Lindsey Graham
Senate Majority Leader John Thune delivered remarks at a ceremony honoring late Sen. Lindsey Graham at the U.S. Capitol. Thune said he feels Graham's absence daily and recalled his trips with the Republican lawmaker around the world.
Senate staffer remembers Lindsey Graham
Lee Holmes, a former chief counsel and staff director of the Senate Judiciary Committee who worked closely with the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, joined CBS News to share more details on Graham's work and the legacy he leaves behind.
Police seek third Seattle shooting suspect
Seattle police are hunting for a third suspect being linked to a deadly shooting at a food festival near the Space Needle. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Vance honors Lindsey Graham
Vice President JD Vance honored late Sen. Lindsey Graham, the influential Republican lawmaker from South Carolina, during a memorial tribute in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol. Vance said Graham often supported his causes and was an avid persuader among his colleagues.