Dorian makes landfall in North Carolina
Hurricane Dorian is slamming the North Carolina coast, making landfall in Cape Hatteras as a Category 1. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joined CBSN from Kitty Hawk with the latest on conditions there.
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Trump to rally in N.C. before special election
Ahead of a special election in North Carolina, Donald Trump will be holding a rally in Fayetteville supporting Republican candidate Dan Bishop. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright and Republican strategist Joseph Pinion joined CBSN to discuss how important the special House election is for each party and how Democratic presidential hopefuls have been targeting early primary and caucus states.
North Carolina holding special election
Voters are heading to the polls for today's closely watched special election in North Carolina's 9th Congressional District. Political analysts Leslie Sanchez and Antjuan Seawright joins CBSN to explain on why some see this election as a referendum on President Trump.
North Carolina's special election
Voters in North Carolina's 9th Congressional District are going to the polls Tuesday for a special election. Leslie Sanchez, a CBS News contributor and Republican strategist, and Antjuan Seawright, a CBSN political contributor and senior adviser to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, talk about why the race is being watched nationwide.
North Carolina election a test for 2020
In North Carolina, Democrat Dan McCready is facing off against Republican Dan Bishop in a high-profile special election. The big question is whether the Republicans can hold on to this traditionally Republican seat. Dean Reynolds reports.
Republican Dan Bishop wins N.C. special election
Republican Dan Bishop won the closely-watched special election for North Carolina's 9th Congressional District. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results, while Nick Ochsner of CBS Charlotte affiliate WBTV joins CBSN from North Carolina.
Impact of North Carolina special election
Republicans are celebrating a narrow special election victory in North Carolina's 9th Congressional District. Anthony Salvanto, CBS News director of elections and surveys, Leslie Sanchez, a CBS News contributor and Republican strategist, and Antjuan Seawright, a CBSN political contributor and senior adviser to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about the impact of the race.
NC cops release video of deadly encounter
Police in North Carolina have released dramatic video of a deadly encounter with a kidnapping suspect last month. The dash cam footage begins at the tail end of a high-speed car chase involving the kidnapping suspect, 23-year-old Hugo Cortes-Ramirez. After police disabled his car, Cortes-Ramirez exchanged fire with police before sprinting into nearby woods. His body was later found in the woods with a pistol in his hand. Kenneth Craig reports.
Nor'easter dumps heavy rain across East Coast
Millions of people along the East Coast are in the grip of a powerful Nor'easter. The storm dumped heavy rain that caused flooding in areas from North Carolina to Maine.
Michael Jordan opens clinic to help families
NBA legend and Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan has opened a medical clinic for patients with little or no health insurance. WBTV's Kristi O'Connor reports.
Boys help classmate in wheelchair play basketball
A group of boys from North Carolina were caught on camera helping their friend in a wheelchair play basketball — and their reaction when he makes a basket is priceless.
Ex-North Carolina Senator Kay Hagan dies
Kay Hagan, a former bank executive who rose from a working as budget writer in the North Carolina Legislature to serving as a U.S. senator, died Monday following a prolonged illness. She was 66.
North Carolina to redraw congressional map
North Carolina judges on Monday blocked the state's congressional map from being used in the 2020 elections, ruling that voters had a strong likelihood of winning a lawsuit that argued Republicans unlawfully manipulated district lines for partisan gain. WBTV chief investigative reporter Nick Ochsner joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" with a closer look.
N.Y. joins California in lawsuit against Juul
New York state officials have joined their counterparts in California and North Carolina in suing e-cigarette maker Juul, alleging the company created marketing campaigns that targeted youth and helped fuel teenage lung illness and, in some cases, vaping-related deaths. CBSN New York reports.
Salad products recalled over possible E. coli contamination
Salad products containing meat and poultry are being recalled due to possible E. coli contamination. The products were sold October 14-16 in Alabama, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin. CBS New York reports.
Oldest living American has died
The oldest living American has died at the age of 114. Alelia Murphy was born in North Carolina in 1905 and moved to New York in 1926 during the height of the Harlem renaissance. CBSN New York reports.
Tropical Storm Arthur dumps heavy rain on North Carolina's coast
It's another early start for the Atlantic hurricane season, the sixth straight year that a named storm has developed before June 1.
Tropical Storm Arthur nudging closer to North Carolina coast
Arthur had top sustained winds of 45 mph early Monday and was expected to bring heavy surf to much of the Atlantic seaboard.
Tropical Storm Arthur moves toward U.S.
Tropical Storm Arthur has become the first named storm of the Atlantic season and is expected to hit the North Carolina coast Monday. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Local leaders weigh in on uncertainty surrounding national conventions
Even a small scale convention would "cushion the blow," one bar owner in Milwaukee told CBS News.
Redistricting shakes up NC politics
Last week a panel of judges ruled North Carolina's new congressional maps will stand for the 2020 election, after the old ones were found to be the result of partisan gerrymandering. Nick Ochsner, investigative executive producer at WBTV, spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about the implications the change will have on politics in the Tar Heel state.
Incarcerated men create art for Christmas tree
Sue Etheridge has dedicated her life to teaching art therapy to offenders in prisons. This year, she had an idea to display her students' artwork publicly and now, more than 200 of their handmade Christmas ornaments are hanging in the North Carolina governor's mansion.
Employee and suspect dead in N.C. shooting, police say
Police said Friday that the suspect in a workplace shooting and an employee he targeted are dead. Two other people were injured in the shooting.
Teacher creates lesson out of Kobe's legacy
A North Carolina second grade teacher had his students write down their fears, crumple up the paper and "Kobe" them into the trash – bringing them positivity on a somber day.
James Taylor on new album, memoir
Life these days is pretty sweet for James Taylor, the musician-songwriter famed for such hits as "Fire and Rain," "Carolina In My Mind" and "Sweet Baby James." At 71 he is as busy as ever, looking back in a new audio memoir on his early days in North Carolina, and exploring the songs he loved growing up in an upcoming album, "American Standard." Jane Pauley visited Taylor at his home in the Berkshires of Massachusetts, where he talked about his turbulent youth and the revitalizing rewards of going back on tour.
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Trump announces "crushing economic operation" on Iran as talks in limbo
President Trump said Wednesday the U.S. might return to negotiations with Iran eventually, but said currently "the situation is so good."
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He spied for the U.S. in the war on terror. Now ICE wants to deport him.
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to U.K.
The couple said in January 2020 that they would be stepping away from "senior" royal roles and were working to become financially independent from the royal family.
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Pentagon officials considering firing Stars and Stripes publisher, sources say
Max Lederer, who has served as the publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years, this week announced to colleagues his decision to retire on Sept. 30, citing fundamental differences with the Trump administration.
How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
5 Americans among 7 people killed in Kenya helicopter crash
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, who worked for CBS Miami in the 1990s, was among those killed in the crash.
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.
Small plane, state police helicopter collide in midair over Pennsylvania
A small plane and a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter were involved in a midair collision in central Pennsylvania on Wednesday night, authorities said.
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Small plane, state police helicopter collide in midair over Pennsylvania
A small plane and a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter were involved in a midair collision in central Pennsylvania on Wednesday night, authorities said.
How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
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He spied for the U.S. in the war on terror. Now ICE wants to deport him.
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
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.
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Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
Bond market sell-off threatens to drive up loan costs
The yield on the 30-year Treasury this week hit its highest level since 2007, a rise that could put upward pressure on borrowing costs.
Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
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Pentagon officials considering firing Stars and Stripes publisher, sources say
Max Lederer, who has served as the publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years, this week announced to colleagues his decision to retire on Sept. 30, citing fundamental differences with the Trump administration.
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He spied for the U.S. in the war on terror. Now ICE wants to deport him.
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
Michael Cohen, Trump's fixer-turned-nemesis, says he'll interview former boss
"This is the first public conversation between the president and myself in eight years," said Cohen.
Woman told House panel that Gomez sexually assaulted her, attorneys say
The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."
How progressive wins in Democratic primaries are shaping the midterms
Progressive momentum has been a prominent storyline as Democrats look to flip control of the House and Senate next year. But how far will it go?
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How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
Melanoma vaccine shows promising results
An experimental melanoma vaccine could reduce the risk of the cancer returning or spreading for some high-risk patients. It's personalized for each patient and optimized using artificial intelligence. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
She's lived through unimaginable grief. Her advice: "Reach for the joy."
Author and grief coach Kate Doerge joined Norah O'Donnell for a candid talk about coping with grief.
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Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to U.K.
The couple said in January 2020 that they would be stepping away from "senior" royal roles and were working to become financially independent from the royal family.
5 Americans among 7 people killed in Kenya helicopter crash
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, who worked for CBS Miami in the 1990s, was among those killed in the crash.
Israel orders criminal probe into killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza
Israel says military police will investigate the killing of Hind Rajab, a young girl in Gaza whose death at the hands of its forces drew an international outcry.
Trump says he expects to meet with North Korea's Kim Jong Un this year
President Trump wants to meet again with Kim Jong Un to discuss denuclearization, the Wall Street Journal reports, despite having nothing to show for 3 previous summits.
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios suspended after positive cocaine test
Australia's Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended from professional tennis after testing positive for cocaine during a tournament in Mallorca.
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"Recess Therapy" host on embracing kid behavior
Julian Shapiro-Barnum is known for his conversations with kids on his series "Recess Therapy." He tells "CBS Mornings" why he thinks adults need to act more childish and embrace some behaviors of children.
Isla Fisher talks "Spa Weekend"
Isla Fisher gives an inside look at the new film, "Spa Weekend," how it highlights the importance of female friendships and how the star-studded cast connected.
Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Panettiere was with on-and-off boyfriend when she died, police report says
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Madonna leads 2026 MTV VMAs with 11 nominations
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
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AI companies buying up books: 404 Media
Some used and independent bookstores have reported unexpectedly large book orders and suspect that the books are being scanned to train AI models and then destroyed. As part of a new investigative report, 404 Media put a tracking device in a book to see where it'd end up. Emanuel Maiberg, a journalist and co-founder at 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss.
Former Meta engineer testifies in fed trial
Wendy Sheehan Donnell, editor-in-chief of PCMag, joins CBS News to discuss the latest in the tech world as a former Meta engineer takes the stand in the company's landmark federal trial for allegedly causing children to become addicted to its products.
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.
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
OpenAI launches updated ChatGPT for teens
OpenAI is launching a newer version of its teen-friendly ChatGPT platform. Rebecca Bellan, a senior reporter for TechCrunch, joins with more details on its tools.
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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.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Woman missing after husband found dead
Police in Massachusetts are looking for Karen Solomon, a woman whose husband was found dead at their home. Police have said she is "presumed to be armed and dangerous." CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more.
Manhunt for wife of police officer found dead
A search is underway in Massachusetts for a 58-year-old woman considered armed and dangerous whose police officer husband was found dead Tuesday. Lilia Luciano has the latest developments.
Psychologist who treated Clancy testifies
Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts woman on trial for killing her three children in 2023, has pleaded not guilty, citing her own struggle with postpartum psychosis. On Wednesday, a psychologist who treated Clancy after the killings testified about her state of mind the night of the tragedy. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Moving pillowcase leads to discovery of reptiles in car seized at border
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Details emerge on Tupac's murder
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who is accused of orchestrating the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, is back in court for the third day of his trial as more details emerge on the potential motive behind the fatal shooting. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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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.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
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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.
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.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Thousands without power in Indiana
Over a week after a storm knocked out power to several towns in Indiana, thousands are still living without electricity and struggling to get warm meals. CBS News Chicago's Sabrina Franza reports.
Inside the investigation into Mark Walter
Billionaire Mark Walter moved to sell the Los Angeles Lakers last week for a record $12.5 billion just 14 months after purchasing the team as he faces a federal investigation. Melody Gutierrez, senior investigative reporter at The Athletic, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Army offering Grand Theft Auto leave
A U.S. Army unit based in Georgia is offering soldiers four days of leave to play Grand Theft Auto IV when it's released in November as a way to incentivize reenlistments. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
Border wall construction paused in Texas park
President Trump is pausing construction of a border wall in Texas' Big Bend National Park after bipartisan concerns about its impact on the natural landscape, CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott announced. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Landmark moment in skin cancer vaccine trial
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what Moderna's melanoma vaccine breakthrough could mean as clinical trials continue.