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."
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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.
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.
Frozen embryo case
A mother in Tennessee recently gave birth to a girl who's almost as old as she is. The baby developed from an embryo that was frozen 24 years ago. Dr. Tara Narula discusses the unique case.
Baby born from long-frozen embryo
A Tennessee couple has welcomed a baby girl who grew from an embryo that had been frozen for 24 years. It's believed to be the longest-frozen embryo to ever result in a birth.
Bullied student speaks out
Keaton Jones, a Tennessee middle schooler, is speaking out after an emotional Facebook video about being bullied. In the widely-shared video, he describes how fellow students poured milk on him and stuffed food in his clothes. Now, his mother is addressing backlash on social media over some other posts which show her and her son with Confederate flags. Mark Strassmann reports.
Faith on the Frontlines Promo
On the heels of Charlottesville, Tennessee, and Poland, Faith on the Frontlines, a CBS Religion & Culture Special, goes into the heart of the clergy movement that has vowed to take on white supremacy. This special broadcast will begin airing Sunday, Dec 3 (check local listings and online).
White nationalist rallies
White supremacists and neo-Nazis held rallies in two Tennessee cities on Saturday as law enforcement was on hand to prevent clashes with counter-protesters. Kimberly Davis, a reporter with Nashville CBS affiliate WTVF, joins CBSN with more.
Trump vs. Corker
Clashes are escalating between President Trump and Republican Senator Bob Corker, the chair of the Foreign Relations Committee. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett talks with CBSN about the political and legislative significance of the feud.
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Tennessee church shooting
A 25-year old gunman opened fire on a Tennessee church Sunday, shooting seven people before wounding himself. One person died. DeMarco Morgan reports.
Halloween scare
A Halloween decoration at a home in Tennessee was mistaken for a crime scene. CBSN anchor Stephanie Sy has more.
Eclipse in Nashville
Thousands gathered Monday in the Music City of Nashville. CBS News' David Begnaud spoke with CBSN from Tennessee about what he saw during totality.
Eclipse celebrations
Monday means "day of the moon," and for many, it was a day to celebrate the moon and the sun -- and have fun. Jamie Yuccas reports from Madras, Oregon, one of the first places to witness the total eclipse Monday. David Begnaud reports from Nashville, the largest U.S. city to experience the full effect of the Great American Eclipse.
Total eclipse in Nashville
Nashville, Tennessee, is the most populous city in the U.S. to experince the total solar eclipse. David Begnaud is in the Music City for the festivities.
Nashville eclipse prep
Nashville, Tennessee, is one of the largest cities on the "path of totality" for Monday's solar eclipse. David Begnaud shows how the Music City is tuning up.
Elvis Presley's life
Elvis Presley died 40 years ago. Thousands of fans came to Graceland to honor the singer's life and career. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi was in Memphis, Tennessee, and spoke to CBSN about the event.
Pizza joint gives back
The owners of Slim and Husky's are trying to set an example by finding success in North Nashville, Tennessee. Forty percent of people in the neighborhood are living in poverty, and the unemployment rate is three times that of the rest of the city. Jim Axelrod reports.
Guardrail crash lawsuits
The families of three people killed in crashes last year involving a controversial type of guardrail filed lawsuits Wednesday in Tennessee. The state's department of transportation sent a letter to federal regulators expressing concerns about the X-Lite guardrails, and is spending millions to remove 1,800 of them from state roads. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Rural hospitals and Medicaid
One in five Tennesseans rely on Medicaid, including half of Tennessee children living in small towns and rural areas. One estimate says 37 more Tennessee hospitals risk major cuts or closure under the Senate health care bill. Mark Strassmann reports.
Tenn. student rescue
A 15-year-old Tennessee girl who was abducted by her teacher last month is back home, one day after the pair was found in a rural California cabin. Manuel Bojorquez spoke to the victim's childhood friend.
Sexist legal defense
Defense attorney Steve Ferese's comments about women in a Tennessee rape case -- calling them "the weaker sex" and "especially good" at lying -- are causing outrage nationwide.
Tenn. teacher found with teen
A 50-year-old Tennessee teacher, accused of kidnapping his teenage student, is under arrest after more than five weeks on the run. Tad Cummins was arrested at a remote northern California cabin Thursday. He disappeared with 15-year-old Elizabeth Thomas in March, prompting a nationwide manhunt. Carter Evans reports from Cecilville, California.
Missing teen found
The missing Tennessee student who vanished with her teacher last month has been found safe in California. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBSN to break down the latest.
Nonprofit builds tiny homes for trans women
One in five transgender individuals have experienced homelessness at some point in their lives, according to the National Center for Transgender Equality. Now a nonprofit based in Memphis is on a mission to reverse the troubling statistic. Adriana Diaz shows how members of My Sistah's House are providing permanent housing to some of those most at risk, one tiny build at a time.
Rep. Massie is latest GOP incumbent to lose primary after Trump backs challenger
President Trump endorsed former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.
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Trump says he was "an hour away" from striking Iran
Trump says he scrapped a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies as "serious negotiations" on a peace deal are underway.
Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
Stelson to face GOP Rep. Perry in rematch in competitive Pennsylvania district
Stelson narrowly lost to Perry in 2024 in a district that became more competitive after redistricting nearly a decade ago.
Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time
Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.
DOJ's settlement with Trump bans IRS from taking action over his old tax returns
The Internal Revenue Service is permanently barred from pursuing claims against President Trump or his company based on prior tax returns, part of a controversial settlement deal between the Justice Department and Mr. Trump.
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz
CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.
Trump's $1.7+ billion fund sparks rush to capitalize: "All J6ers will apply"
One Republican lawyer close to the administration told CBS News that they expect the fund to face court challenges even though "a lot of people in MAGA world are already counting their money."
Mangione supporters should not have been given press passes, mayor says
Luigi Mangione supporters have loudly made their feelings known outside every court appearance, but several are now in court with official press passes.
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New video shows fiery moments engine separated from UPS plane in deadly crash
The NTSB also revealed that the crew of the crashed jet had been reassigned to it after their original plane was taken out of service.
As gas prices surge, consumers search for other savings
The national average for a gallon of gasoline has been ticking up since the start of the war with Iran. The latest average of $4.50 a gallon is an increase of over $1.50 since the war started.
Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
Imam of San Diego mosque says his community has seen a rise in Islamophobia
The imam of a San Diego mosque that was targeted in Monday's shooting told CBS News that his community has seen a rise in "Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment" in recent years.
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz
CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.
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As gas prices surge, consumers search for other savings
The national average for a gallon of gasoline has been ticking up since the start of the war with Iran. The latest average of $4.50 a gallon is an increase of over $1.50 since the war started.
Is the teen summer job a thing of the past?
A summer job was once a seasonal tradition for millions of American teenagers. No more — here's why fewer young people are expected to clock in when school ends.
Polymarket to let users make prediction market bets on private companies
Polymarket users can now trade on private companies' valuations, IPOs and secondary market activity.
The 10 most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home
Buyers can still find lower-cost homes in some midsize cities, especially across the Rust Belt and Sun Belt, a new analysis finds.
AI sparks backlash from new graduates. How deep does the disapproval go?
Many Americans are signaling disapproval of the technology amid fears that it will eclipse already competitive entry-level jobs.
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Rep. Massie is latest GOP incumbent to lose primary after Trump backs challenger
President Trump endorsed former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.
Stelson to face GOP Rep. Perry in rematch in competitive Pennsylvania district
Stelson narrowly lost to Perry in 2024 in a district that became more competitive after redistricting nearly a decade ago.
Live updating Pennsylvania 2026 primary election results
Pennsylvania voters went to the polls on Tuesday, casting their votes for Republican and Democratic candidates in congressional, gubernatorial and local races.
U.S. intel assessment says military identified at least 10 mines in Strait of Hormuz
CBS News was unable to determine what type of mines were in involved in this latest assessment.
Voters want more competitive congressional districts, CBS News poll finds
But most GOP voters want candidates who'd back most or everything Trump wants.
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Where things stand with the Ebola outbreak
The State Department on Tuesday strongly urged Americans to avoid travel to Congo, Uganda and South Sudan because of the Ebola outbreak there. More than 130 people have already died. Mark Strassmann has more.
Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Latest on American who contracted Ebola
A missionary doctor who was serving in Congo will receive treatment in Germany after testing positive for Ebola. Skyler Henry has the latest.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was evacuated after testing positive for Ebola.
Ebola strain in latest outbreak has no vaccine or treatment
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
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Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers for first time
Four Republicans voted with nearly all Democrats to advance the Iran war powers measure, with GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy joining the Republican defectors for the first time.
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Federal prosecutors open new criminal probe into Maduro, sources say
There is concern among some in the Justice Department that the pending charges against him are weak, sources said.
Who's who in Cuba's leadership? Here are the names to know.
President Trump has been openly mulling a takeover of Cuba similar to the operation that toppled Venezuela's Nicolás Madoro. What it would mean for the regime's leaders remains to be seen. Here are some of the figures to watch.
Iran stages mass weddings for couples ready for "self-sacrifice" in war
Iranian state media showed wedding ceremonies in Tehran for dozens of couples said to have volunteered for "self-sacrifice" in the war with the U.S.
Man gets death sentence for killing teen TikTok star in Pakistan
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety.
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Soon-to-be mom Beanie Feldstein reveals sex of her baby
Actor Beanie Feldstein told "CBS Mornings" she and wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are expecting a baby girl.
Beanie Feldstein on takeaways from kids' book
Actor Beanie Feldstein talks about the theme of her debut children's book, which focuses on the power of friendship. She also discusses becoming a parent soon and starring in a new film with Robert De Niro.
2-time "Survivor" contestant on 50th season
Rob Cesternino, a 2-time "Survivor" castaway, talks about the upcoming "Survivor 50" finale, who he think will make the final three and who is his favorite to win the game.
Hayden Panettiere opens up in new memoir
Golden Globe-nominated actor Hayden Panettiere shares her story and opens up about life in the spotlight as a young actor, postpartum depression and her healing journey.
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Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
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Privacy concerns grow over AI, phone numbers
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its top executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
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.
Musk says he'll appeal OpenAI lawsuit dismissal
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
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Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
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Islamic Center shooting victims hailed as heroes
New details are coming out about the victims in Monday's shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Lana Zak reports.
Mosque shooting victims hailed as heroes
Police and federal authorities are working to piece together the events leading up to Monday's deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, as well as what exactly happened during the attack. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in hate, investigators say
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
San Diego imam describes victims of shooting
Imam Taha Hassan of the Islamic Center of San Diego tells CBS News about the beloved security guard and members of his mosque who died "sacrificed their lives for the entire community" during Monday's shooting.
FBI: Islamic Center shooters radicalized online
Investigators gave an update Tuesday on Monday's deadly shooting at a mosque in San Diego. CBS News' Lana Zak and Anna Schecter have the latest.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Barr projected to win Kentucky GOP Senate primary
CBS News projects that Andy Barr will win the Republican primary for Kentucky Senate. CBS News' Aaron Navarro, Caitlin Huey-Burns and Nikole Killion have more.
Inside the redistricting effect on primaries
Some Alabama primary races were postponed from Tuesday due to the redrawing of the state's congressional map. CBS News' Jan Crawford and Anthony Salvanto, along with Sabato's Crystal Ball managing editor Kyle Kondik, take a look at how redistricting efforts are changing primary battles across the country.
Fulton County delays Georgia primary results
A manhunt for an armed suspect in Fulton County, Georgia, forced a polling location to close on Tuesday, delaying election officials from reporting results. CBS News' Skyler Henry and Anthony Salvanto have the latest.
Watch: Massie concedes House GOP primary
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky on Tuesday night conceded his House primary race to Ed Gallrein, President Trump's candidate of choice. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins from Massie's watch party with more. Then, political strategists Terry Sullivan and Joel Payne join with analysis.
U.K. cop helps officer in Nashville
A cop from the United Kingdom was in Nashville when he happened upon a struggle between a man trying to take a police officer's gun. Tony Dokoupil has the details on what happened next.