Severe weather slams U.S.

Severe weather and heavy rain swept through parts of Tennessee over the weekend. Meanwhile, Tropical Depression Henri made landfall along the East Coast. CBS News correspondent Bradley Blackburn has more.

• Aug 23, 2021
• 04:31

Survivors of deadly Tennessee floods recall "scariest thing ever"

At least 21 people were killed and officials fear the death toll could rise after record-breaking floods west of Nashville.

• Aug 23, 2021

At least 22 killed and more than 50 missing in Tennessee flood

The flooding in rural areas took out roads, cellphone towers and telephone lines, leaving families uncertain about whether their loved ones survived the unprecedented deluge.

• Aug 23, 2021

Ice wall collapses at Titanic Museum in Tennessee, injuring 3

The extent of the injuries and the cause of the collapse weren't known. The museum reopened after an overnight closure.

• Aug 4, 2021

Tennessee incentivizes cow vaccines. But COVID shots? Not so much

The state reimburses farmers up to $1,500 for vaccinating their herds, but governor doesn't back COVID vaccine incentives.

• Aug 3, 2021

Bust of Confederate general moved from Tennessee Capitol

"Today's vote shows that progress is possible," Sen. Raumesh Akbari said.

• Jul 23, 2021

Fireflies put on a summertime light show

There's a forest in Tennessee where fireflies put on a show unlike anywhere else. It's no wonder thousands of tourists turn out each year to witness the spectacle of nature's nightlife: a species of synchronous fireflies that flashes in unison. Correspondent Lee Cowan brings us a front row seat. [Originally broadcast on July 13, 2014.]

• Jul 18, 2021
• 06:22

Rent prices soar in U.S. cities

Rent prices are rising well past their pre-pandemic levels in multiple U.S. cities. Realtor.com says the median rent last month is up 8% compared to the same time last year. Rents are at new highs in 44 of the nation's largest markets. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Irina Ivanova joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.

• Jul 17, 2021
• 08:00

U.S. COVID cases rise 83% in two weeks

Tennessee is stopping all vaccine outreach to those 14 and older, despite children and teens making up 15% of the state's COVID-19 cases and an uptick in almost every state. Jericka Duncan spoke with one mother who fears for the safety of her 11-year-old immunocompromised son and the risks he faces when he goes back to in-person classes this fall.

• Jul 15, 2021
• 03:43

Health official says she was fired after efforts to vaccinate teens

Dr. Michelle Fiscus says elected leaders put politics over the health of children by firing her for her efforts to get more Tennesseans vaccinated.

• Jul 14, 2021

Some states try to limit teaching of critical race theory in public schools

More than 20 states have introduced legislation that would limit teaching critical race theory in their public schools. Five states have already moved to ban educators from teaching it, including Florida and Tennessee. Russell Contreras, who covers race and justice for Axios, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss why the teaching concept has become so divisive.

• Jun 22, 2021
• 07:29

1979 contract murder tied to former Tennessee governor

A trusted ally of Jimmy Hoffa was gunned down after testifying about a corrupt governor, officials say.

• Jun 11, 2021

Remains of 7 people aboard plane that crashed in Tennessee found

Two of the passengers were Gwen Shamblin Lara — founder the Remnant Fellowship Church — and Joe Lara — an actor from the TV series "Tarzan: The Epic Adventures."

• May 31, 2021

Disturbing video shows fatal police restraint in Tennessee jail

As 48-year-old William Jennette pleaded that he couldn't breathe, a deputy responds, "You shouldn't be able to breathe"

• May 21, 2021

Kayaker says he photographed crack in I-40 bridge in 2016

A kayaker said he took the photos about five years before the discovery of a major crack shut down the bridge indefinitely.

• May 20, 2021

Bridge linking Arkansas and Tennessee has major crack

A major bridge over the Mississippi River connecting Tennessee and Arkansas is closed after a large crack was found in its framework.

• May 13, 2021
• 00:21

Dog rescued after deadly tornado

After a deadly tornado ripped through parts of Tennessee and Kentucky, killing at least one person, a family was spotted digging through the rubble of their home trying to save their dog.

• Feb 26, 2018
• 01:36

Deadly storms in central, Southern U.S.

A powerful storm system is pounding the Deep South with strong winds and rain, after causing heavy weekend damage thats blamed for at least four deaths. David Begnaud reports from Clarksville, Tennessee.

• Feb 26, 2018
• 02:54

Sheriff caught on body camera saying "take him out"

A woman in Tennessee is suing a sheriff's department following her husband's death. Police body-camera video obtained by CBS’ Nashville affiliate shows a sheriff ordering officers to "take out" a man they were chasing. David Begnaud reports.

• Feb 9, 2018
• 02:23

Father buys Super Bowl ad to reach Trump

A Tennessee man is hoping to catch President Trump's attention this weekend and raise awareness about a safety issue that changed his family forever. Kris Van Cleave reports.

• Feb 3, 2018
• 02:17

Nashville mayor affair

Nashville mayor Megan Barry apologized Wednesday after she admitted having an extramarital affair with her police bodyguard. In a press conference Wednesday, she said she would continue serving in office.

• Jan 31, 2018
• 01:30

Severe weather

Ice and snow caused a huge pileup on Interstate-40 in Tennessee, while heavy snow, ice, and rain are in the mix overnight from the Mississippi Valley to northern New England.

• Jan 12, 2018
• 00:27

Pastor, accuser speak out

A Tennessee pastor apologized to his congregation for a past "sexual incident." But his accuser, a woman who says he assaulted her when she was 17, says she feels like his apology was "somewhat half-hearted."

• Jan 10, 2018
• 01:24

Trump escapes firestorm

From an adoring crowd of Tennessee farmers to the Alabama-Georgia college football championship game, President Trump enjoyed a brief respite from the continuing firestorm over Michael Wolff's tell-all book, "Fire and Fury." Margaret Brennan reports.

• Jan 9, 2018
• 03:01

Birth from embryo frozen 24 years

The parents of a baby girl, who grew from an embryo frozen for 24 years, are calling her birth a miracle. Emma Wren Gibson was born last month to Tina and Benjamin in Knoxville, Tennessee. Adriana Diaz reports.

• Dec 21, 2017
• 02:51

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