7-month-old twins swept away by flood waters in Tennessee
The twins were ripped from their father's arms as he tried to evacuate with all four of his children, family members said.
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Severe flooding in Europe and U.S.
A new study finds the devastating flood that killed more than 200 people this summer in Germany was made significantly more likely due to human-caused climate change. That comes as deadly flooding has ravaged part of Tennessee and also the Northeast. CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers are joined by CBS News' Jessi Mitchell from Waverly, Tennesse.
Tennessee flood rescue operations continue
Families in central Tennessee continue to search for loved ones following catastrophic flooding that has killed at least 22 people. Jessi Mitchell reports from Waverly, where the floodwaters rose rapidly on Saturday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bust of Confederate general moved from Tennessee Capitol
"Today's vote shows that progress is possible," Sen. Raumesh Akbari said.
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.]
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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"
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.
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.
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.
Battle over pipeline in Memphis intensifies
Critics are calling a proposed energy pipeline project in Memphis, Tennessee "environmental racism." Some landowners and activists say Black neighborhoods are being targeted for the pipeline's construction and they're also concerned the city's drinking water supply could be contaminated. Adriana Diaz spoke to those on both sides of this issue.
Using at-home tests to combat the spread of coronavirus
Federal agencies are distributing thousands of free coronavirus test kits in North Carolina and Tennessee.
Memphis faces eviction crisis after court strikes down ban
A fight between renters and landlords in Tennessee may be a bellwether for other parts of the country.
Memphis courts overrule CDC eviction moratorium
Eviction rates in Memphis could preview what's next after the CDC's eviction ban expires. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Irina Ivanova spoke to one mother who is fighting to stay in her home after a federal court overruled the CDC's ban. Ivanova spoke to Tanya Rivero about the case and where it stands now.
Tennessee student killed in officer-involved shooting in school bathroom
There's no active threat to the public and the Austin-East Magnet High School has been secured, officials said.
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