Nonprofit creates Halloween magic for kids in wheelchairs
Magic Wheelchair is making Halloween dreams come true
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The soda giant donated millions to the Global Energy Balance Network
Coca-Cola is under fire in the battle over America's obesity epidemic. The soda giant donated millions to the Global Energy Balance Network, a non-profit led by university professors, who claim Americans pay too much attention to what they eat and drink, instead of focusing on how much they exercise. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” from Los Angeles to discuss the controversy.
Meet the Wikipedians. Those "persnickety," techy types who keep your favorite Internet information website brimming with data
Meet the Wikipedians. Those "persnickety," techy types who keep your favorite Internet information website brimming with data. Morley Safer reports this Sunday, April 5 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
Alysia Montaño on equality for moms in sports
March is Women's History Month. Olympic runner and seven-time USA champion Alysia Montaño joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her new nonprofit, called &Mother, supporting mothers in sports.
Inside the Special Operations Warrior Foundation
Each year, Americans honor those who've served in the nation's military on Veteran's Day on November 11. It's a solemn day for those who remember service members who never made it home from their assignments, including members of elite special operations units. Catherine Herridge looks at how the Special Operations Warrior Foundation is fulfilling a battlefield promise to educate the children of these fallen warriors.
Nonprofit helps students who are left behind
As American children return to classrooms this fall, the pandemic has drastically changed the environment for learning. Children with special needs are having a more difficult time adapting to distance learning. One newly-formed nonprofit on New York's Long Island is trying to help change that. Jamie Wax reports.
Nonprofit provide meals to children facing food insecurity
Kids Bring Life is providing free meals to children in the Dallas area whose families are struggling to pay for food amid the coronavirus pandemic. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Nonprofit provides meals to needy in Texas
Kids Bring Life is providing food to people in the Dallas area who may not know where their next meal will come from amid the coronavirus pandemic. Mireya Villarreal shares their story.
15-year-old starts computer coding classes for kids of color
Ian Brock, a 15-year-old high schooler from Chicago, is offering coding classes through his organization "Dream, Hustle, Code." He also helps with personal development advice. His parents help him run the non-profit full time. Adriana Diaz shares his story.
Pilot takes minority youth under his wing
A non-profit called Fly For The Culture is offering free flights to minority youth to help promote diversity in the aviation industry. The latest figures show only about 7% of pilots and flight engineers are people of color. Michelle Miller spoke with Jerome Stanislaus about what inspires him to mentor the younger generation.
Investors push for climate change details
Dealing with climate change is a dollars-and-cents issue, but more than 500 global companies are staying mum on the issue, according to a nonprofit that pushes for corporate disclosure.
Virginia couple creates fund for small businesses
For our series "A More Perfect Union," Chip Reid shares the story of a husband-wife duo who started a Virginia non-profit to help local small businesses stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic. Now, their model is being copied coast to coast.
Old basketball courts remodeled with murals
Basketball courts are often a gathering place in urban communities, but many are in bad shape. That inspired one hoop-loving guy to start a nonprofit that changes blacktops from "drab to fab." Jamie Yuccas shows how the transformations are also inspiring some kids to "aim higher."
Planned Parenthood refuses Title X funding
In a stand against the Trump administration's so-called "gag rule," Planned Parenthood has refused Title X federal funding. CBS News correspondent Jan Crawford reports on the decision, and reporter Kate Smith joins CBSN to explain how the changes will impact the nonprofit organization and patients seeking health care from Planned Parenthood clinics.
Climate impact on a label
A nonprofit wants to put pressure on polluters by labeling products that are "Climate Neutral Certified."
Woman with Down syndrome starts nonprofit
Britany Schiavone is a 30-year-old woman with Down syndrome who started her own nonprofit – sending gift baskets to parents expecting babies just like her. She's not only sending baskets, she's sending hope.
"Hair care education" for adoptive parents
In the Chicago area, a nonprofit hair salon is teaching adoptive parents how to properly style their children's hair. CBSN anchor Elaine Quijano visited and saw first hand how an act as simple as braiding hair can bring communities together.
Teletherapy: Aiding patients while social distancing
The coronavirus pandemic has meant that Mosaic, a Bronx, N.Y. non-profit mental health center, had no choice but to close its doors to in-person visits. To address the needs of its patients, Mosaic's staff of counselors and therapists took drastic measures, switching all mental health counseling to teletherapy – therapeutic sessions conducted over the phone. Susan Spencer reports on the altered dynamics of teletherapy, and how patients whose feelings of helplessness and anxiety are being compounded by a catastrophically anxious time are getting help.
Sean Penn's nonprofit to expand free virus testing sites
CORE is currently helping manage testing sites in California and plans to open new sites in New Orleans, Atlanta and Detroit.
Pelosi urges Democrats to push for aid to nonprofits, universities
"This is a significant blow in particular to entities that are also ineligible for the Paycheck Protection Program," Pelosi wrote in a "Dear Colleague" letter to Democrats.
TED & CTM launch Ideas That Matter partnership
TED is a nonprofit organization known for spreading ideas globally. We’re excited to announce a new partnership with TED in a new series called Ideas That Matter. Chris Anderson, curator and head of TED, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss ideas that shape the world.
Alt-group group regains tax-exempt status
Richard Spencer said PayPal and Stripe banned him and his nonprofit from using their services after the deadly rally in Charlottesville
Push for affordable housing for teachers
Hundreds of teachers leave Indianapolis public schools each year for areas with better pay. One nonprofit is developing affordable housing options to keep teachers in town. Mike Sullivan of CBS affiliate WTTV reports.
Tech jobs without college
In technology, one of America's growth industries, fully half of workers lack a four-year degree. The CEO of a nonprofit that trains these workers explains why he prefers this model to college.
Freedom Partners launches $1.6 million ad campaign against Wisconsin Democrat
Koch-funded group launches $1.6 million ad campaign calling out Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin over tax policy
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Iran accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire as stalemate continues in peace talks
The U.S. military reported that it has shot down six Iranian one-way attack drones headed toward the Strait of Hormuz.
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
The so-called "Flamingo Revolution" has taken up the cause of protecting the Albanian coast from a development led by the president's son-in-law.
Pratt's lead over Raman further erodes in new L.A. mayoral race results
Political newcomer Spencer Pratt's lead over Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the race for L.A. mayor has continued to diminish since election night.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
5 taken to the hospital after strong winds at NCAA tournament
Video from the storm showed rain and wind that reached speeds of 40 mph tearing up a tent, with one person flying through the air while trying to hold it down as another person rolls uncontrollably down a hill.
Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes after also taking the Kentucky Derby
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner.
At least 12 people wounded in shooting near festival in Toledo, Ohio
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
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5 taken to the hospital after strong winds at NCAA tournament
Video from the storm showed rain and wind that reached speeds of 40 mph tearing up a tent, with one person flying through the air while trying to hold it down as another person rolls uncontrollably down a hill.
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
At least 12 people wounded in shooting near festival in Toledo, Ohio
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes after also taking the Kentucky Derby
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
The job market is much stronger than economists expected. Why?
Americans say it's tough to find a job, but employers just added a surprisingly strong 172,000 new hires in May.
Second Facebook privacy settlement payment is coming soon
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
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Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
Pratt's lead over Raman further erodes in new L.A. mayoral race results
Political newcomer Spencer Pratt's lead over Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the race for L.A. mayor has continued to diminish since election night.
Becerra advances in California governor's race, CBS News projects
Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, will advance to the November election in the California governor's race, CBS News projects. A second candidate in the race has not yet been projected to advance.
Colombia's Petro accuses Trump of intervening in his country's election
Colombian President Gustavo Petro argues the U.S. has chosen to align against his government and back forces he identifies as complicit in the drug trade.
No bags, no watch parties: What to expect when Trump attends NBA Finals
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
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A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Veteran runs to fight "life-changing disease" after minor symptoms
Dr. Sara Whittingham thought she would know if something was wrong. But her minor symptoms had a surprising cause.
In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
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Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
Iran soccer team departs for Mexico ahead of World Cup
Problems with processing visas had earlier led Iran to move its training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico.
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
The so-called "Flamingo Revolution" has taken up the cause of protecting the Albanian coast from a development led by the president's son-in-law.
In France, Hegseth invokes immigration and "invasion" in D-Day remarks
Hegseth's speech echoed broader Trump administration rhetoric over border security and migration in Europe.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
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Steven Spielberg watches scene from "Close Encounters of the Third Kind"
In this web exclusive, Steven Spielberg, director of the new film "Disclosure Day," walks Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz through a scene from his 1977 UFO classic "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," discussing Richard Dreyfuss' performance, the widescreen aspect ratio, and John Williams' music.
Patton Oswalt on his new comedy special
Patton Oswalt sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his new special, "Tea & Scotch," and reflect on his comedic journey.
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine on new film
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss their new film, "Only What We Carry," which was shot in six days and mostly improvised.
Ashley McBryde performs "Ten To Midnight"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "Ten To Midnight."
Ashley McBryde performs "Bottle Tells Me So"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "Bottle Tells Me So."
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Anthropic on global pause on AI development
Anthropic is urging a pause in AI development amid growing concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's motives. Vicky Ge Huang, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
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.
Alarm over computer "worms" created with AI
Experts are warning about computer "worms" created with AI that can infect devices and harm users without restraint. University of Toronto professor Nicolas Papernot joins with more.
New details on SpaceX IPO plans
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
Police give update on shooting near festival
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials said Saturday. The Toledo Police Department gave a press briefing on the incident.
L.A. police chase ends in deadly shooting
The freeways of Los Angeles saw two big police pursuits on Friday. The first chase ended when authorities reported that a robbery suspect was shot and killed on the busy 405 Freeway during morning rush hour. In the second incident, an alleged carjacker was taken down by a police K-9 following a meandering three-hour chase. Carter Evans has more.
Marine veteran fights off armed attackers
A Marine veteran was working on his truck in front of his home in Oxon Hill, Maryland, this week, when four teens tried to rob him at gunpoint. That is when his military training kicked in. Tom Hanson reports.
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Steven Spielberg watches scene from "Close Encounters of the Third Kind"
In this web exclusive, Steven Spielberg, director of the new film "Disclosure Day," walks Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz through a scene from his 1977 UFO classic "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," discussing Richard Dreyfuss' performance, the widescreen aspect ratio, and John Williams' music.
The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Police give update on shooting near festival
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials said Saturday. The Toledo Police Department gave a press briefing on the incident.
How fans are feeling ahead of the World Cup
Seattle's Space Needle sported a new look on Saturday, painted like a soccer ball. The city is one of 16 across North America set to host men's World Cup games. Nicole Valdes reports on how die-hard fans are getting ready.
A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.