Pennsylvania offers pardon application for select lower-level marijuana convictions
The goal of the Pennsylvania Marijuana Pardon Project is to pardon those with non-violent, minor marijuana convictions.
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Brittney Griner back in Russian court
WNBA player Brittney Griner was back in a Russian courtroom on Tuesday after pleading guilty to drug charges earlier in July. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab explains how her lawyers are trying to make a case for leniency.
Russia sentences U.S. teacher to 14 years for "large-scale" pot smuggling
Marc Fogel has said he didn't know it was illegal to bring the cannabis he'd been prescribed for medical reasons into Russia.
Thailand becomes 1st Asian nation to largely legalize marijuana
"If we have the right awareness, cannabis is like gold, something valuable, and should be promoted," the country's health minister said.
Mississippi governor signs bill legalizing medical marijuana
The state is the 37th in the nation to establish a medical marijuana program, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Researchers looking at cannabis and COVID-19
Experts from the University of Nebraska and the Texas Biomedical Research Institute are recommending scientists study the potential use of cannabis-derived CBD in anti-viral therapies, due to its known anti-inflammatory properties Forbes contributor Emily Earlenbaugh joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the details.
Girl who sparked marijuana reform dies after getting unspecified virus
Charlotte Figi's success with CBD as a treatment for childhood seizures led to medical marijuana reform.
Washington sees spike in number of stoned drivers involved in deadly crashes
"If you know you have to drive, you should not use marijuana in any shape or form," said AAA's director of traffic safety.
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
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 Senate approves recreational use of marijuana
Universal home cultivation of the plant was replaced by a provision allowing only medical-marijuana patients to grow their own
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
Veterans urge Congress to expand access to medical marijuana
Even in states where medical marijuana is legal, patients in the VA system don't have access to it
Study reveals top reason people use medical marijuana
More than 30 states now allow marijuana for dozens of health problems if a doctor approves
Cannabis products marketed for pets
As medical marijuana and CBD products become more widely accepted for people, a number of companies are marketing cannabis-based treatments for pets. CBS News' Chris Martinez reports.
Legal marijuana in 2019?
The Democratic takeover of Congress could mean marijuana could be legalized by the end of the year. James Higdon, who wrote about the likelihood of federal legislation of marijuana for Politico, joins CBSN to discuss.
CBS rejects Super Bowl ad touting benefits of medical marijuana
Medical marijuana is legal in 33 states and Washington, D.C., but its use is still banned in the NFL
Study: Half of Michigan medical marijuana users drive while high
Right now, there is no reliable roadside test to know for sure if a driver is impaired by cannabis
Study reveals new details on driving high
People in 33 states and Washington, D.C., can legally use medical marijuana. But how many are driving while high? Dr. Jon LaPook has the details on a new study.
Colorado takes step to left with governor's inauguration
Polis's inauguration Tuesday could lead to big changes in energy regulation, health care and state-funded early childhood education
Utah becomes latest state to legalize medical marijuana
Utah will be on the list of more than 30 states allowing patients legal access to medical marijuana
Marijuana on the ballot: Which states could join in on legalized pot?
If ballot measures pass in four states, medical marijuana use would be legal in 33 states
Documentary features children helped by medical marijuana
"Weed the People" follows the journey of families fighting to gain access to cannabis treatments for their children diagnosed with cancer
Tilray shares plunge, capping wild week for cannabis star
One noted investor plans to start a fund to bet against marijuana companies, saying many are overvalued
Tilray's smoking-hot stock: A case of reefer madness?
Investors have flocked to the fast-growing cannabis company, but some say its meteoric rise is "beyond comprehension"
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Trump calls civil fraud case a "witch hunt" as trial begins in New York
Former President Donald Trump appeared in a Manhattan courtroom on Monday as the trial in his civil fraud case got underway.
Man nears settlement with bars that served driver accused of killing bride
The April 28 crash killed Samantha Miller and wounded three other people. Aric Hutchinson survived with a brain injury and multiple broken bones.
Sam Bankman-Fried set to face trial after crash of crypto exchange FTX
Former crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried faces a prison term of more than 100 years if he's convicted of fraud and money-laundering charges.
Rep. Henry Cuellar carjacked in Washington, D.C., chief of staff says
Rep. Henry Cuellar was carjacked by "3 armed assailants," his chief of staff said in a statement.
U.N. approves international force to combat gang violence in Haiti
The U.N. Security Council voted to send a force led by Kenya to Haiti as it continues to deal with rampant gang violence.
At least 3 killed in shooting at mall in Thailand's capital
Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said the suspect in the shooting at the Bangkok mall "was arrested. In fact, he surrendered."
Dept. of Defense Deputy Chief charged with running dogfighting ring
A Department of Defense Deputy Chief and another man were charged with facilitating a dogfighting ring in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
Emergency alert test will sound Oct. 4 on all U.S. cellphones
On Wednesday, Oct. 4, FEMA and the FCC will launch a nationwide test of the emergency alert system.
Powerball jackpot hits $1.2 billion after no winners Monday
Nobody hit the jackpot in Powerball's Monday drawing, raising the next jackpot to an estimated $1.2 billion for Wednesday.
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Man nears settlement with bars that served driver accused of killing bride
The April 28 crash killed Samantha Miller and wounded three other people. Aric Hutchinson survived with a brain injury and multiple broken bones.
Bear attacks, injures woman in Montana; husband takes action to save her
The attack came two days after a grizzly bear attacked and killed a Canadian couple and their dog in Banff National Park.
Powerball jackpot hits $1.2 billion after no winners Monday
Nobody hit the jackpot in Powerball's Monday drawing, raising the next jackpot to an estimated $1.2 billion for Wednesday.
Powerball jackpot grows to estimated $1.04 billion
The Powerball jackpot soared past the $1 billion mark after no tickets matched all six numbers drawn on Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez trial date set
Sen. Menendez pleaded not guilty to bribery charges last Wednesday and was released on $100,000 bond.
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Chipotle manager "yanked" off Muslim employee's hijab, lawsuit claims
Assistant manager demanded to see her hair between 10 and 15 times in one month, the EEOC claims in religious harassment suit against burrito chain.
Cigna to pay $172 million for overcharging Medicare Advantage plans
Prosecutors alleged that Cigna submitted inaccurate and bogus codes for Medicare Advantage plans between 2016 and 2021.
Sam Bankman-Fried set to face trial after crash of crypto exchange FTX
Former crypto billionaire Sam Bankman-Fried faces a prison term of more than 100 years if he's convicted of fraud and money-laundering charges.
Feds expand probe into Ford SUVs after complaints of engine failure
Roughly 709,000 Ford-manufactured vehicles featuring EcoBoost engine variants could suffer "catastrophic engine failure," the NHTSA said.
More big strikes loom, with health care and casino workers set to walk
Americans are more receptive to workers pushing for better pay and working conditions than in decades past, polls show.
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Rep. Henry Cuellar carjacked in Washington, D.C., chief of staff says
Rep. Henry Cuellar was carjacked by "3 armed assailants," his chief of staff said in a statement.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez trial date set
Sen. Menendez pleaded not guilty to bribery charges last Wednesday and was released on $100,000 bond.
Matt Gaetz moves to oust McCarthy as House speaker
Rep. Matt Gaetz introduced a motion to vacate the chair Monday, two days after Speaker Kevin McCarthy relied on Democrats to pass a short-term spending bill and avert a shutdown.
Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign asks RNC to change third debate rules
Ramswamy's campaign wants the party to increase the number of donors needed and allow only four candidates on stage.
Did McCarthy make a secret deal with Biden on Ukraine?
Rep. Matt Gaetz accused House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of cutting a "secret side deal on Ukraine" to push through a temporary measure to keep the government running.
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More big strikes loom, with health care and casino workers set to walk
Americans are more receptive to workers pushing for better pay and working conditions than in decades past, polls show.
FDA investigating baby's death linked to probiotic given by hospital
The Food and Drug Administration is warning doctors not to give probiotics to preterm infants.
Paris is crawling with bedbugs. They're even riding the trains.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
Changing the Game: The Breasties
During Breast Cancer Awareness month, we're introducing you to two leaders of The Breasties, an all-inclusive community for survivors and others impacted by breast and gynecologic cancers. Chief community officer Trish Michelle and co-founder Paige More join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their personal journeys and how The Breasties is bringing people together and making a difference. They are joined by Dr. Elisabeth Potter, a plastic surgeon who specializes in breast reconstruction and advocated with The Breasties to reverse the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' decision to limit access to reconstruction options for women affected by breast cancer.
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At least 3 killed in shooting at mall in Thailand's capital Bangkok
Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said the suspect in the shooting at the Bangkok mall "was arrested. In fact, he surrendered."
U.N. approves international force to combat gang violence in Haiti
The U.N. Security Council voted to send a force led by Kenya to Haiti as it continues to deal with rampant gang violence.
Simone Biles' latest historic moment: The Biles II vault
Simone Biles became the first woman to land a Yurchenko double pike vault internationally. The skill will now be renamed Biles II.
Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO accused of exploiting men for sex
A BBC investigation found Jeffries and his partner, Matthew Smith, were at the center of an organized operation running sex events, with a middleman recruiting young men.
Paris is crawling with bedbugs. They're even riding the trains.
Bedbugs are popping up in Paris hotels, homes, and even public transport, and with the Olympics just 10 months away, that has city officials' skin crawling.
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Fleetwood Mac icon Stevie Nicks gets her own Barbie doll
Stevie Nicks now has her own Barbie, Mattel announced. The $55 doll is already sold out.
Las Vegas Sphere opens with U2 show
The Las Vegas Sphere opened this weekend with a concert from legendary Irish rock band U2. The $2.3 billion venue features dazzling visual displays inside and out. Anthony Mason takes a look at the state-of-the-art venue.
A Beyoncé "Renaissance" film is hitting theaters, and tickets are on sale
A concert film covering Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is due out in U.S. movie theaters Dec. 1. Tickets are on sale now.
Tom Hanks: Don't fall for "AI version of me" promoting dental plan
"BEWARE!! There's a video out there promoting some dental plan with an AI version of me," Hanks wrote on Instagram.
"Star Trek" actor Patrick Stewart opens up about his greatest regret
Patrick Stewart's new memoir, "Making It So: A Memoir," will be released Tuesday.
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Emergency alert test will sound Oct. 4 on all U.S. cellphones
On Wednesday, Oct. 4, FEMA and the FCC will launch a nationwide test of the emergency alert system.
Apple to fix iPhone 15 bug blamed for phones overheating
Apple plans to upgrade the iPhone 15's operating system to prevent it from overheating and becoming uncomfortable to hold.
Can AI be trusted in warfare?
Like other technological advances, the growing use of artificial intelligence in warfighting is a foregone conclusion. But how will AI - proven victorious in games like chess and poker - be developed and deployed on the battlefield, by both the U.S. and its adversaries?
AI: The next battlefield
Like other technological advances, the growing use of artificial intelligence in warfighting is a foregone conclusion. But as "Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel reports, questions persist on how AI is developed and deployed on the battlefield, by both the U.S. and its adversaries.
Apple seeks fix for overheating iPhone 15 issue
Apple announced Saturday it is working on an update to address reports that new iPhone 15 models are overheating. The company said the issue is caused by software bug and the use of certain third-party apps, including Uber and Instagram.
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2 scientists share Nobel for enabling COVID-19 vaccines
American Drew Weissman, Hungarian Katalin Karikó win 2023 Nobel Prize in medicine for mRNA research behind "the unprecedented rate" of COVID-19 vaccine development.
Scientists say they've found Europe's oldest "prehistoric footwear"
Research say the oldest collection of footwear in Europe has been discovered in a cave in southern Spain, dating back more than 6,000 years.
Family looking for lost earring instead finds Viking-era burial treasures
The family was looking for a lost gold earring in their garden, but instead they found artifacts dating back more than 1,000 years, officials said.
Scientists take step toward "being able to resurrect extinct species"
"People didn't think it could really be done," Marc Friedländer, an associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, told CBS News.
Scientists recover RNA from extinct species
For the first time, scientists in Sweden have analyzed an extinct animal's RNA. They're studying the Tasmanian tiger which has been extinct since the 1930s. Marc Friedländer, associate professor in molecular biology at Stockholm University, joins CBS News to discuss what the breakthrough means for science.
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At least 3 killed in shooting at mall in Thailand's capital Bangkok
Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said the suspect in the shooting at the Bangkok mall "was arrested. In fact, he surrendered."
Rep. Henry Cuellar carjacked in Washington, D.C., chief of staff says
Rep. Henry Cuellar was carjacked by "3 armed assailants," his chief of staff said in a statement.
Philadelphia journalist shot, killed inside Point Breeze home
Josh Kruger, a local journalist who rose from homelessness and addiction to serve five years in city government, was shot and killed inside his Point Breeze home early Monday morning.
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez trial date set
Sen. Menendez pleaded not guilty to bribery charges last Wednesday and was released on $100,000 bond.
Charlotte Sena update: What we know about the search and how she was found
An AMBER Alert was issued for Charlotte Sena after she disappeared while visiting Moreau Lake State Park Saturday with her family.
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How to watch rare "ring of fire" solar eclipse this month
A rare "ring of fire" solar eclipse will move across the U.S. on Oct. 14. NASA shared a viewing map and timeline.
NASA's Psyche asteroid probe getting "lucky" fix before launch
NASA's new asteroid probe, Psyche, is on track for launching Oct. 12 after a weeklong delay for additional tests.
Investigating space tourism safety regulation
As new space tour companies change the way we can see our world, a moratorium on spaceflight regulation and participant safety has come to the forefront. In the latest CBS Reports documentary, Mark Strassmann takes a close look at the next great leap for humankind -- and whether regulators and industry stakeholders are striking the right balance between encouraging innovation and ensuring safety.
3 space station crew members back on Earth after U.S.-record year in space
Descent from the International Space Station closed out an unexpected 371-day stay, the longest flight in U.S. space history.
How to see the harvest supermoon
September's full moon, also known as the harvest moon, will be the last of four consecutive supermoons.
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
Inside South Carolina's "trial of the century" — how investigators built their case
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Young witness found herself at the scene of a crime
What Angelina Fernandes saw the night her mother was accused of murder.
Chandler Halderson case: An inside look
How prosecutors made the case that the Wisconsin man killed his parents Bart and Krista Halderson in July 2021.
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Remembering Mark Ludlow and John Yacobian
"48 Hours" senior producer John Yacobian died unexpectedly last week and CBS News video editor Mark Ludlow died this weekend after a battle with cancer. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell pays tribute to them both.
House weighs next steps after shutdown deal
Congress passed a last-minute deal over the weekend to fund the government through Nov. 17. The temporary funding deal comes with consequences for House Speaker Kevin McCarthy — after fellow Republican Matt Gaetz filed a resolution Monday to oust him. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Missing New York 9-year-old found alive
A 9-year-old girl who went missing in New York over the weekend has been found alive after a massive search. A suspect is in custody, police said. Jericka Duncan reports.
Eye on America: Farmers’ right to repair
In Colorado, we examine the growing movement of farmers fighting for the right to repair their own equipment. Then in New York, acclaimed choreographer Ayodele Casel shares her work preserving tap dance’s uniquely American history. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Simone Biles makes gymnastics history again
Simone Biles became the first woman to land a Yurchenko double pike vault internationally at the World Artistic Gymnastic Championships in Belgium. The maneuver will be renamed Biles II, the fifth skill named after the 26-year-old.