Permanent daylight saving time would reduce deer collisions, study finds
There is a 16% increase in deer-vehicle collisions in the week following the shift to standard time, according to the study.
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More Americans prefer daylight saving time to standard time
There's little support for switching clocks back and forth.
Could permanent daylight saving time "jump-start" the economy?
Transitioning to year-round DST is uniting Republicans and Democrats. But the economic benefits are murky, at best.
Senate passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent starting in 2023
"The good news is if we can get this passed, we don't have to do this stupidity anymore," Senator Marco Rubio said on the Senate floor.
"Darkness kills," say advocates for permanent Daylight Saving Time
"Darkness in the evening is far deadlier than darkness in the morning," University of Washington professor Steve Calandrillo told Congress.
Satellite images show devastation in North Carolina as deaths mount
Satellite images taken after Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina show washed-out streets and buildings, downed trees, and more.
Lebanon says 2,000 killed in Israel's escalating assault on Hezbollah
Israel says massive strikes hit Hezbollah's intel unit in Beirut, as Lebanon puts the toll from two weeks of spiraling violence over 2,000.
Lewandowski accuser says his lawyers tried to buy her silence
The ex-wife of a wealthy GOP donor reported Lewandowski to the police for allegedly assaulting and stalking her at a Las Vegas charity event.
Supreme Court takes up gun-makers' bid to end Mexican government's lawsuit
The Supreme Court said it will consider a bid by U.S. gun-makers to end a lawsuit from the Mexican government seeking to hold them liable for violence committed by drug cartels.
Employers added 254,000 jobs in September, blowing away forecasts
Wall Street is watching the labor market for signs of slower hiring, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision.
Hurricane Kirk strengthens into Category 4 storm in the Atlantic
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.
Child dies from rabies after bat found in room, officials say
"The parents looked, didn't see any signs of a bite or scratches or saliva, and didn't seek getting a rabies vaccine," a health official said.
Barack Obama to hit campaign trail for Harris
Former President Barack Obama's first campaign event will take place Oct. 10 in the Pittsburgh area.
New Vulcan rocket takes off on second test flight
Despite an apparent problem with one of two strap-on boosters, the Vulcan reached orbit and otherwise performed as expected.
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Satellite images show devastation in North Carolina as deaths mount
Satellite images taken after Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina show washed-out streets and buildings, downed trees, and more.
Supreme Court takes up gun-makers' bid to end Mexican government's lawsuit
The Supreme Court said it will consider a bid by U.S. gun-makers to end a lawsuit from the Mexican government seeking to hold them liable for violence committed by drug cartels.
New Vulcan rocket takes off on second test flight
Despite an apparent problem with one of two strap-on boosters, the Vulcan reached orbit and otherwise performed as expected.
Employers added 254,000 jobs in September, blowing away forecasts
Wall Street is watching the labor market for signs of slower hiring, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision.
Missing Utah soldier's wife tells informant she shot him in his sleep
Jennifer Gledhill said she shot Matthew Johnson on the bed, buried his body and destroyed items to cover up the crime, the informant said.
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Employers added 254,000 jobs in September, blowing away forecasts
Wall Street is watching the labor market for signs of slower hiring, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision.
Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
When shipping containers lost at sea burst open, what happens?
Over 20,000 shipping containers have fallen overboard since 2010, their contents polluting shorelines and habitats.
Is toilet paper affected by the port strike? Here's what to know.
People on social media are posting photos of empty store shelves as concerns mount over the strike's impact on bathroom tissue supplies.
McDonald's set to debut its long-awaited chicken Big Mac
McDonald's is introducing a poultry version of its iconic burger at U.S. locations for a limited time starting next week.
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VP debate highlights from the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz met in New York for the CBS News vice presidential debate. Here are the highlights.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Watch JD Vance's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance said Americans "need a new direction" as he closed out the only VP debate before the November election.
Watch Tim Walz's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris' coalition of supporters, praising her for bringing "joy" to politics.
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Should you try a trending "cortisol cocktail" for stress and weight loss?
TikTok's latest wellness concoction is dubbed the "adrenal" or "cortisol cocktail," which users claim can reduce stress and even help with weight loss. We asked experts to weigh in.
Flu vaccine might be less effective this year, new CDC report suggests
Flu vaccine effectiveness in South America was 35% against hospitalization.
What to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period
This year's start date for Affordable Care Act enrollment in most states is Nov. 1, and consumers may encounter new scams as well as important rule changes.
FDA weighing approval of first new sunscreen ingredient in decades
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
Condom use is declining among younger generations. Here's why.
Fewer young people are having sex, but the teens and young adults who are sexually active aren't using condoms as regularly, if at all.
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Child dies from rabies after bat found in room, officials say
"The parents looked, didn't see any signs of a bite or scratches or saliva, and didn't seek getting a rabies vaccine," a health official said.
Russian "spy whale" cause of death revealed by police
The tame beluga had been nicknamed "Hvaldimir," combining the Norwegian word for whale - hval - and the first name of Russia's president.
India's government formally opposes bid to criminalize marital rape
India's government is urging the Supreme Court to reject efforts to update a 160-year-old rape law, arguing it could disrupt "the institution of marriage."
12 bodies bearing signs of torture found with cartel messages
The victims -- three women and nine men -- were found on roads, bridges and avenues, and one was dismembered, officials said.
Lebanon says 2,000 killed in Israel's escalating assault on Hezbollah
Israel says massive strikes hit Hezbollah's intel unit in Beirut, as Lebanon puts the toll from two weeks of spiraling violence over 2,000.
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TV and film reboots are thriving—here's why
From "Frasier" to blockbuster films, reboots are everywhere this fall. Variety TV critic Aramide Tinubu breaks down the nostalgia-driven trend and why eight of the ten highest-grossing films of all time are either reboots or sequels.
Books that celebrate hispanic heritage
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to highlight books that delve into Hispanic culture and offer powerful storytelling.
Charlie Puth on new mockumentary
Pop sensation Charlie Puth debuts his mockumentary-style TV show, "The Charlie Puth Show," offering a comedic behind-the-scenes look at the life of a pop star. The show features cameos from stars like Will Ferrell, John Legend, and Courteney Cox, with one episode exploring Puth's possible move to country music.
Princess Kate and William say young cancer patient "inspired us both"
Getting a hug from the Princess of Wales wasn't even on 16-year-old Liz Hatton's bucket list.
Doctor pleads guilty in Matthew Perry case
Dr. Mark Chavez, one of the doctors charged in connection to actor Matthew Perry's death, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to illegally obtaining the powerful anesthetic ketamine that was administered to the "Friends" star.
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Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
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.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
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Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
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Menendez brothers murder case under review
Erik and Lyle Menendez have each served 34 years in their life sentence after being convicted of the 1989 murder of their parents. Now, the Los Angeles district attorney is reviewing the murder case amid new evidence.
Missing Utah soldier's wife tells informant she shot him in his sleep
Jennifer Gledhill said she shot Matthew Johnson on the bed, buried his body and destroyed items to cover up the crime, the informant said.
12 bodies bearing signs of torture found with cartel messages
The victims -- three women and nine men -- were found on roads, bridges and avenues, and one was dismembered, officials said.
Tyre Nichols case: Jury returns split verdict
A federal jury convicted three former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers Thursday on some charges stemming from the fatal 2023 beating of Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop. Neema Rahmani, former federal prosecutor and president of West Coast Trial Lawyers, joins CBS News to unpack the verdicts.
Guides accused of leading rogue hunts that killed mountain lions
Three wildlife guides face federal charges for allegedly running an illegal hunting enterprise that left mountain lions dead in Idaho and Wyoming.
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New Vulcan rocket takes off on second test flight
Despite an apparent problem with one of two strap-on boosters, the Vulcan reached orbit and otherwise performed as expected.
Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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Anne-Marie Green leaving CBS Morning News
Anne-Marie Green is leaving CBS Morning News to join CBS News' true crime series "48 Hours." Errol Barnett will take her place as anchor at 7am.
Tips to ease school anxiety for children
As the school year ramps up, a growing number of children are feeling anxious and overwhelmed. Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to share advice for parents on how to support their kids and reduce school-related stress.
Expert on rising flood risks
With less than 1% of homes in Western Carolina carrying flood insurance, outdated maps and unrecognized risks like landslides leave residents vulnerable. Urban Institute's Andrew Rumbach joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the urgent need for updated flood planning.
TV and film reboots are thriving—here's why
From "Frasier" to blockbuster films, reboots are everywhere this fall. Variety TV critic Aramide Tinubu breaks down the nostalgia-driven trend and why eight of the ten highest-grossing films of all time are either reboots or sequels.
New jobs report stronger than expected
The second-to-last jobs report before Election Day was just released and it shows stronger than expected numbers that could signal more federal interest rate cuts. CBS News contributor Javier David has more.