Last-ditch efforts seek to halt Missouri execution of Marcellus Williams
The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney will appeal to the Missouri Supreme Court a ruling upholding Marcellus Williams' conviction and sentence.
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Judge rejects attempt to free Missouri death row inmate Marcellus Williams
A judge declined to vacate the conviction and death sentence of Missouri inmate Marcellus Williams, who is set to be executed Sept. 24.
Abortion-rights measure will be on Missouri ballot, court rules
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that a measure to restore abortion rights will be on the ballot in November.
Nebraska, Missouri abortion rights ballot measures face legal challenges
Abortion rights ballot measures in Nebraska and Missouri are facing legal challenges ahead of looming ballot certification deadlines.
Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
The case raises questions about how the person was exposed to the virus. All the previous U.S. infections were among people who worked around cows and poultry.
Missouri father uses a funeral to wean daughter off pacifier
Hazel's beloved pacifier had been with her for years. Her father Jake knew saying goodbye could come with tears and tantrums, so he searched for creative approaches to ease the transition.
Family holds funeral for toddler's pacifier
One of the marvels of being a parent is watching how quickly your children grow. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" with one family to see how they handled an important milestone.
Missouri Supreme Court blocks agreement that would have halted execution
Marcellus Williams entered an Alford plea, which doesn't admit guilt and would reduce his sentence to life in prison without parole.
UAW files labor charges against Trump, Musk
The United Auto Workers union says it filed charges Tuesday against former President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk over comments made Monday night during a conversation on the social media platform X. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the details.
Ferguson officer injured, 5 charged at protest over Michael Brown's death
Police in Ferguson, Missouri, say an officer was critically injured during protests on the 10th anniversary of the fatal shooting of Michael Brown.
Marking 10 years since Michael Brown's death
Ten years ago in Ferguson, Missouri, a White police officer shot and killed a young, unarmed Black teenager named Michael Brown. A grand jury decided not to indict the officer and to this day, no one has been charged. A new CBS primetime special is taking a look back at the shooting and its aftermath.
Ferguson security chief on reliving Michael Brown's death
In a new CBS special, "13 DAYS IN FERGUSON," now-retired police Captain Ron Johnson reflects on the aftermath of the 2014 fatal police shooting of Michael Brown, Jr.
How a pro-Israel group helped oust Cori Bush
Missouri Rep. Cori Bush lost her Democratic primary on Tuesday, becoming the second "squad" member to lose reelection. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall joins "America Decides" with more on the defeat and the pro-Israel group that helped oust Bush.
Rep. Cori Bush loses congressional primary
Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri was defeated in the state's Democratic primary Tuesday by St. Louis prosecutor Wesley Bell. Bush is the second member of the progressive Democratic congressional group known as "The Squad" to lose a primary election this year. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has more.
Cori Bush, member of "The Squad," projected to lose primary to Wesley Bell
Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri lost her primary to St. Louis County prosecutor Wesley Bell, and an ad blitz funded by a pro-Israel lobbying group.
The Poisonous Wife
A star snake breeder is murdered. Turns out the human closest to him was more cold-blooded than any snake. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Christopher Dunn on being freed from prison
In 1991, Christopher Dunn was convicted of the murder of 15-year-old Ricco Rogers based solely on the testimony of two children. Years later, both witnesses recanted their trial testimony and Dunn was finally released from a Missouri prison Tuesday after spending 34 years behind bars. He spoke to CBS News' Erin Moriarty.
Christopher Dunn freed from prison after murder conviction overturned
A Missouri man is free after 34 years behind bars since his murder conviction was overturned despite the state attorney general's efforts to keep him there.
Impact of Iowa's abortion ban in Midwest
Iowa's abortion ban taking effect Monday will impact states around the Midwest where women may have to travel to get reproductive services. Natalie Krebs, a health reporter for Iowa Public Radio, joins CBS News with more.
Missouri Supreme Court halts release of man after murder conviction overturned
A St. Louis Circuit Court judge had ordered Christopher Dunn be released by Wednesday evening, and threatened the warden with contempt if he wasn't.
Missouri judge overturns wrongful conviction of Christopher Dunn
A Missouri judge on Monday overturned the conviction of Christopher Dunn, who has spent more than 30 years in prison for a killing he has long contended he didn't commit.
Missouri woman who spent 43 years in prison is free
Sandra Hemme, whose murder conviction was overturned after she served 43 years in prison, is now free — despite objections from Missouri's attorney general.
Missouri high court clears way for woman's release after 43 years in prison
Sandra Hemme, now 64, had been serving a life sentence after she was twice convicted of murder in the death of library worker Patricia Jeschke.
96-year-old woman takes to the skies one more time
96-year-old Evelyn Kidd of St. Louis spent many years flying in the skies above Missouri with her late husband. Last month, she received a surprise when her senior home, Cedarhurst Senior Living, granted her wish to fly in a Cessna one more time.
Ex-principal sentenced after hiring friend to kill pregnant teacher girlfriend
A former middle school principal faces life behind bars after he plotted to have a friend kill his pregnant girlfriend.
Israel and Hezbollah exchange new fire after exploding pager attack
Concern over a possible full-scale Israel-Hezbollah war grows as IDF forces move to the Lebanon border after the exploding pager attack.
Trump vows at Long Island rally to win deep-blue New York
Donald Trump supporters were greeted by tight security for a rally Wednesday at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island.
Kentucky highway shooting suspect found dead, officials believe
Joseph Couch had been the subject of a manhunt in Kentucky since a shooting on an interstate highway earlier this month.
Husband of Russia's richest woman arrested for murder after shootout
Billionaire Tatyana Bakalchuk released a tearful message, saying her husband led an armed raid into the Wildberries offices.
U.S. Air Force releases new images of B-21 stealth bomber
The futuristic B-21 Raider is conducting multiple test flights a week, officials said.
Iranian hackers sent stolen Trump campaign info to Biden campaign associates
Iranian hackers sought to interest President Biden's campaign in information stolen from the campaign of former President Donald Trump, the FBI and other federal agencies said.
Officer texted photo of bloodied Tyre Nichols to ex-girlfriend, she says
The photo showed Tyre Nichols with his eyes closed, on the ground with what appeared to be blood near his mouth and his hands behind his back.
Boeing set to start large-scale furloughs due to machinists strike
Boeing's CEO says it will start furloughing "a large number" of employees to conserve cash during the strike by union machinists that began last week.
Boy kills black bear attacking his father in western Wisconsin
A 12-year-old boy saved his father's life during a bear attack earlier this month in western Wisconsin, shooting and killing the bear.
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NY women leading rebel movement for women clergy in Catholic Church
The CBS Mornings series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," explores unique paths to faith, spirituality and religion.
U.S. Air Force gives update on new B-21 stealth bomber
The futuristic B-21 Raider is conducting multiple test flights a week, officials said.
300 corals taken to Texas from Florida as part of effort to save the species
Scientists have moved about 300 endangered sea corals from South Florida to the Texas Gulf Coast for research and restoration.
Officer texted photo of bloodied Tyre Nichols to ex-girlfriend, she says
The photo showed Tyre Nichols with his eyes closed, on the ground with what appeared to be blood near his mouth and his hands behind his back.
Yellowstone hiker burned when she falls into scalding water near Old Faithful
A woman suffered severe burns on her leg after hiking off-trail in Yellowstone National Park and falling into scalding water in a thermal area near the Old Faithful geyser, park officials said.
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Boeing set to start large-scale furloughs due to machinists strike
Boeing's CEO says it will start furloughing "a large number" of employees to conserve cash during the strike by union machinists that began last week.
Could the "YIMBY" movement fix America's affordable housing shortage?
Some cities and states are throwing out single-family zoning to increase density and create more affordable housing.
Trump says inflation has cost households $28,000. Is that true?
Economists told CBS News the calculation is incomplete, since average household incomes have also risen over that time period.
Trump wants to eliminate the $10,000 SALT deduction cap he created
Donald Trump is proposing to reverse a key element of his signature 2017 tax law that affected millions of homeowners. Here's what to know.
Craigslist founder Craig Newmark makes $100 million cybersecurity pledge
Craigslist founder says the U.S. is in the midst of a cyberwar and "the fight is on our own shores."
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Democrat LaMonica McIver wins special House election in New Jersey
Democrat LaMonica McIver has won a special House election in New Jersey's 10th Congressional District.
Iranian hackers sent stolen Trump campaign info to Biden campaign associates
Iranian hackers sought to interest President Biden's campaign in information stolen from the campaign of former President Donald Trump, the FBI and other federal agencies said.
Trump says inflation has cost households $28,000. Is that true?
Economists told CBS News the calculation is incomplete, since average household incomes have also risen over that time period.
Trump wants to eliminate the $10,000 SALT deduction cap he created
Donald Trump is proposing to reverse a key element of his signature 2017 tax law that affected millions of homeowners. Here's what to know.
Teamsters decide not to make 2024 presidential endorsement
The union's president, Sean O'Brien, earlier this summer broke with tradition and became the first Teamsters president to address the Republican convention.
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New COVID variant XEC now in half of states. Here's what to know.
Some of the earliest U.S. cases were reported in Virginia.
Cancer deaths have declined 33% in 30 years, but alcohol is still a major problem
The latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research also found a 24% decline in the overall cancer death rate for children and adolescents.
Black women at higher risk of death from all types of breast cancer, study finds
In a new study, researchers found Black women are at higher risk of dying from all tumor subtypes of breast cancer, with the disparity ranging from 17% to 50%.
Researchers use artificial intelligence to help ALS patient speak again
Using artificial intelligence, doctors have found a way to give people who lost their voice to ALS the ability to speak again.
FDA approves Apple Watch sleep apnea detection tool
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
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Husband of Russia's richest woman arrested for murder after shootout
Billionaire Tatyana Bakalchuk released a tearful message, saying her husband led an armed raid into the Wildberries offices.
Israel and Hezbollah exchange new fire after exploding pager attack
Concern over a possible full-scale Israel-Hezbollah war grows as the two sides trade new fire, Hezbollah's leader accuses Israel of crossing "red lines."
Small zoo sees a "bouncy pork" bonanza with Moo Deng the baby hippo
A small zoo in Thailand plans to capitalize on Moo Deng the baby pygmy hippo's popularity, hoping to patent her brand to help all its animal inhabitants.
Police bust $1 billion cocaine ring dubbed "The Commission"
In addition to the cocaine, detectives allegedly seized 10 cars, $800,000 in cash, a Rolex watch, four guns and two ballistic vests.
Python squeezes woman in her kitchen for 2 hours before she's rescued
A woman in Thailand says a massive python coiled around her in her kitchen and "only tightened" as she attempted to fight it off.
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"Beyond the Gates" cast announced
"CBS Mornings" revealed the first cast members of the new CBS daytime drama, "Beyond the Gates." It will be the first hour-long daytime soap on TV featuring a Black cast. The first actors to join the cast are Tamara Tunie, Daphnee Duplaix and Karla Mosley.
Contestants sue MrBeast, Amazon Studios
Five unnamed contestants in the upcoming Amazon reality show "Beast Games" are alleging MrBeast's production company and Amazon Studios create a "toxic and hostile" environment that "laid the groundwork" for sexual harassment.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again
Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs has been denied bail for a second time while being held on federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges in New York. The 54-year-old tried for home detention, offering to post a $50 million bond, give up his cellphone and internet access, and restrict female visitors to family and the mothers of his children. The judge had concerns about potential witness tampering and sided with prosecutors.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again in federal sex trafficking case
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing three charges, including sex trafficking, stemming from an investigation by federal authorities.
Brian Tyree Henry on why he loves to play villains
Oscar-nominated actor Brian Tyree Henry told "CBS Mornings" he often feels villains are misunderstood, which is why his role in "Transformers One" was important to him.
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Craigslist founder Craig Newmark makes $100 million cybersecurity pledge
Craigslist founder says the U.S. is in the midst of a cyberwar and "the fight is on our own shores."
Unexpected dangers of electric vehicles
Guardrails on U.S. roads are typically tested against vehicles weighing up to 5,000 lbs. However, many electric vehicles weigh up to 30% more than that, raising safety concerns on whether guardrails would hold up in a collision.
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.
Child psychiatrist on Instagram's Teen Accounts
Instagram's parent company, Meta, launched their new Teen Accounts that offers a more limited experience for the platform's younger users to address concerns over social media's impact on kids. Everyone under the age of 16 will automatically migrate to the new service. Dr. Joel Stoddard, associate psychiatry professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, joins CBS News to discuss.
Instagram rolling out protected teen accounts
Instagram announced Tuesday that it will be rolling out new protected accounts for people under 18. The accounts will automatically be private and can only receive messages from people they follow. Jo Ling Kent spoke with parents and Meta's safety chief about the changes.
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When and how to see September's Harvest Moon
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
The Climate Election: Home insurance costs
The cost of insuring your home is going up, and some homes are "essentially uninsurable" due to rising climate change risks. In Nebraska, the most expensive state for premiums, the cost is nearly $3,400 above the national average to insure a home. And it's all happening as extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, jeopardizing people's homes and their ability to financially recover afterward.
Mysterious 9-day seismic event triggered by 650-foot tsunami
A tsunami stemming from a landslide was behind a surprising seismic event last year that shook the earth for nine days, researchers said.
Polaris Dawn crew conducts first all-civilian spacewalk
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
California crews battle high temps, Line Fire
Record-high temperatures have hit several areas of California, Arizona and Oregon since Friday, extending the fire season and creating drier conditions that make wildfires spread faster. The Line Fire in Southern California has grown past 21,000 acres, roughly half the size of Washington, D.C. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
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Husband of Russia's richest woman arrested for murder after shootout
Billionaire Tatyana Bakalchuk released a tearful message, saying her husband led an armed raid into the Wildberries offices.
Contestants sue MrBeast, Amazon Studios
Five unnamed contestants in the upcoming Amazon reality show "Beast Games" are alleging MrBeast's production company and Amazon Studios create a "toxic and hostile" environment that "laid the groundwork" for sexual harassment.
Police bust $1 billion cocaine ring dubbed "The Commission"
In addition to the cocaine, detectives allegedly seized 10 cars, $800,000 in cash, a Rolex watch, four guns and two ballistic vests.
CIA officer who drugged, sexually assaulted dozens of women learns fate
Brian Jeffrey Raymond sat dejectedly as he heard his punishment for one of the most egregious misconduct cases in the CIA's history.
Kentucky I-75 shooting: Suspect believed dead
In a news conference Thursday night, Kentucky police said they believe a body found near the site of the Interstate 75 shooting on Sept. 7, 2024, is that of suspect Joseph Couch. Officials said articles on the body indicated it was likely Couch, but that crews were still processing the scene and wouldn't have final identification until later. CBS News' Carissa Lawson anchors a special report.
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NASA's "Hidden Figures" honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
When and how to see September's Harvest Moon
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
SpaceX crew completes historic mission
Four SpaceX astronauts safely splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday. The Polaris Dawn crew completed the first-ever commercial spacewalk during their historic mission and tested a new type of spacesuit.
Polaris Dawn space mission splashes down
The groundbreaking commercial space mission known as Polaris Dawn successfully splashed down early Sunday morning. The historic five-day mission, flown by tech billionaire Jared Isaacman and three crew mates, included the first ever commercial spacewalk.
Polaris Dawn crew splashes down to end record-setting commercial mission
Splashdown northwest of Key West, Florida, closed out a mission highlighted by the first non-government civilian spacewalk.
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Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
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More deadly explosions in Lebanon
A second wave of deadly explosions rocks Lebanon, as Israel says a new phase of the war has begun. Also, both candidates miss out on a crucial endorsement as the Teamsters union declines to back either choice for president. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Teamsters don't endorse Trump or Harris
For the first time since 1996, the Teamsters union did not endorse a presidential candidate, stating that neither former President Donald Trump nor Vice President Kamala Harris provided "serious commitments" to the group.
Catholic women priests lead movement
Lisa Ling explores a growing movement of women defying Catholic Church tradition by becoming priests. These leaders hope to pave the way for future generations, despite pushback from the Vatican.
Experts on how to lower car insurance rates
As the average cost of car insurance climbs over $2,300 per year, Consumer Reports' Brian Vines provides practical advice to reduce payments.
"Beyond the Gates" cast announced
"CBS Mornings" revealed the first cast members of the new CBS daytime drama, "Beyond the Gates." It will be the first hour-long daytime soap on TV featuring a Black cast. The first actors to join the cast are Tamara Tunie, Daphnee Duplaix and Karla Mosley.