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An Oregon couple is providing closure to the descendants of Japanese soldiers killed in World War II by repatriating the "good luck" flags they carried into battle

An Oregon couple is providing closure to the descendants of Japanese soldiers killed in World War II by repatriating the "good luck" flags they carried into battle, which were acquired by American GIs. Lee Cowan talks to veterans and their families about a respectful and emotional return - and of a bond born of war and strengthened in peace.

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Bernie Sanders' Oregon primary victory was overshadowed by some of his supporters, who caused the Nevada Democratic Convention to shut down after starting scuffles and booing other attendees

Bernie Sanders' Oregon primary victory was overshadowed by some of his supporters, who caused the Nevada Democratic Convention to shut down after starting scuffles and booing other attendees. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and Democratic strategist Lis Smith discuss the fallout.

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Hillary Clinton is fending off attacks from presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump, while trying to break rival candidate Bernie Sanders' winning streak going into today's Oregon and Kentucky primaries

Hillary Clinton is fending off attacks from presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump, while trying to break rival candidate Bernie Sanders' winning streak going into today's Oregon and Kentucky primaries. How close is Clinton to clinching the nomination? CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and Democratic strategist Nomiki Konst join CBSN to discuss.

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Nike is the largest athletic shoe and apparel company on the planet, with sales topping $30 billion last year

Nike is the largest athletic shoe and apparel company on the planet, with sales topping $30 billion last year. It's been over 50 years since co-founder Phil Knight gave birth to the brainchild that's grown into a sporting goods empire. Now he's stepping down from the Chairman role, and has documented his steps along the way in new book called "Shoe Dog." Lee Cowan profiles the man behind the Nike swoosh.

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Five years ago a 9.0 mag earthquake and tsunami devastated eastern Japan in 2011

Five years ago a 9.0 mag earthquake and tsunami devastated eastern Japan in 2011, and scientists say it's a question of when, not If, it happens here in the Pacific Northwest; research shows the region is overdue for a major quake. To prepare for a devastating natural disaster, officials are drawing up evacuation plans and greenlighting seismic upgrades. Don Dahler has a report on the efforts some communities are making.

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Brain cancer patient Brittany Maynard drew national attention when she moved to Oregon where she could legally end her own life with physician-prescribed pills

Brain cancer patient Brittany Maynard drew national attention when she moved to Oregon where she could legally end her own life with physician-prescribed pills. But that is not allowed in New York, where Eve Eliot's husband was in agony with terminal ALS. The right to die on his or her own terms is a passionately debated topic within families and state legislatures. Rita Braver reports on the controversial issue.

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The standoff in Oregon between law enforcement and militia members is winding down following the arrest of several leaders and the fatal shooting of one member earlier this week

The standoff in Oregon between law enforcement and militia members is winding down following the arrest of several leaders and the fatal shooting of one member earlier this week. Authorities released new video and additional details Thursday evening about how the incident occurred. Carter Evans has more.

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Eleven members in all have been arrested and face felony charges, but some holdouts still remain

Three more members of an armed group who took over a federal wildlife refuge in Oregon are in custody. Their surrender came as leader Ammon Bundy urged followers to end the occupation. He made a court appearance Wednesday in Portland. Bundy said in a statement: “Please stand down. Go home and hug your families. This fight is ours for now in the courts.” Eleven members in all have been arrested and face felony charges, but some holdouts still remain inside the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. Carter Evans reports.

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