Nashville airport could be renamed for Dolly Parton under new proposal
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
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Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Tributes to Dolly Parton pour in
Fans worldwide are sharing their love for the beloved singer and humanitarian Dolly Parton after her death at age 80. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports from Dollywood.
Dollywood president remembers Dolly Parton
Tributes are pouring in from all over the country for legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry is at Dollywood, Parton's Tennessee theme park, with more.
Carly Pearce recalls meeting Dolly Parton at 16: "I couldn't believe she was real"
Country star Carly Pearce was working at Dollywood when she met Dolly Parton in the early 2000s.
Honoring Dolly Parton's generous spirit
Millions of Dolly Parton's fans are grieving the country superstar and philanthropist after she died at age 80. Skyler Henry reports from Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
World reacts to Dolly Parton's death
Country music superstar and philanthropist Dolly Parton died at age 80, her family announced. Fans headed to her hometown of Sevierville, Tennessee, and to her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to pay their respects. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Dollywood nonprofit president on Parton's death
Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at age 80, leaves behind much more than a musical legacy. A generous philanthropist, she gave millions to a variety of causes, including education and children's literacy. Dollywood Foundation President Jeff Conyers joins CBS News to discuss the organization's Imagination Library program.
Tony Dokoupil on 2019 Dolly Parton interview
In 2019, "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil sat down with country music legend Dolly Parton for "CBS Sunday Morning." Dokoupil joins to remember the late singer-songwriter.
How Dolly Parton took Nashville by storm
Dolly Parton helped to change Nashville and the country music industry by taking absolute ownership of her music, doing cross-over collaborations with artists in other genres and building a massive empire. Nicole Valdes reports on how Parton took Music City by storm.
From the archives: Dolly Parton talks Dollywood
In 1986 and 1988, legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton sat down with CBS News to discuss the opening of her Tennessee theme park, Dollywood, and what she hoped to accomplish with it. Parton's family announced her death on Tuesday.
Remembering Dolly Parton's life and legacy
Music icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family announced on Tuesday. Rolling Stone senior writer Marissa Moss joins CBS News to discuss Parton's legacy.
Trump says he's lowering flags for Dolly Parton
President Trump on Tuesday said he is lowering the American flag throughout the U.S. following the death of legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton. CBS News' Anthony Mason, Jamie Wax and Nicole Valdes have more.
Dolly Parton's nephew announces her death
Dolly Parton, legendary singer-songwriter, actress and philanthropist, has died at 80. Her nephew announced her death on Tuesday in a video on social media. CBS News' Anthony Mason and Jamie Wax have more.
Drug mix-up at hospital causes dire complications in 4 patients
Four patients at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown received incorrect medications last week, CBS affiliate WTVF reported.
Drug mix-up at Tennessee hospital
A dangerous drug mix-up at a Tennessee hospital left several patients badly injured this week. Nicole Valdes reports.
2 members of Tennessee college cycling team killed in highway collision
Two members of the Milligan University cycling team were killed, and several more injured, in a collision with a vehicle on a rural highway in eastern Tennessee Wednesday morning.
3 executions carried out in a single day, first time since 2010
Tennessee and Oklahoma executed inmates within 30 minutes of each other on Thursday, followed by Alabama later in the day.
Schools reevaluating in-classroom technology
Amid a wider backlash against screen time, a growing number of states have moved to limit or at least reevaluate their reliance on in-school technology. Nicole Valdes has more on a Tennessee school trying to cut back on screen reliance.
Extreme flooding hits parts of Midwest
Extreme flooding in parts of Indiana reached car roofs and sent water rushing into homes, leading to first responders using boats to rescue people who were trapped. Meg Oliver reports on the damage.
Graceland celebrates "Elvis Week"
"Elvis Week" kicked off at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 8 and runs until Aug. 16, marking Elvis Presley's death. Alicia Dean, the longtime marketing and promotions specialist for Elvis Presley Enterprises, joins with more.
Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles projected to lose GOP primary in Tennessee
Two-term Rep. Andy Ogles lost the Republican primary for his Tennessee House seat, The Associated Press projects, despite securing an endorsement from President Trump.
Farmer on primary win over Trump-backed Ogles
Republican Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee, backed by President Trump, lost his primary race to farmer Charles Hatcher in a redrawn district. Hatcher joins "The Takeout" to discuss his victory and to look ahead to November's general election.
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Senate navigating several matters ahead of summer recess; No U.S.-Iran deal yet on Strait of Hormuz.
Trump-backed candidate loses in Tennessee
President Trump's pick for a House seat in Tennessee, Rep. Andy Ogles, lost in the state's Republican primary on Thursday. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
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Iran strikes U.S. jets after Trump promises war to end after midterms
Sources tell CBS News U.S. jets on a base in Jordan were hit by Iranian missiles after President Trump said the war will end "immediately" after midterms.
Trump pitches $5,000 checks, but only if GOP wins House and Senate
President Trump vowed Wednesday to send a $5,000 "dividend" to every American citizen after the midterms, but only if Republicans hold onto control of Congress. He didn't offer details on how the payments would work.
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Gold Star family calls on Army to release probe of deadly attack on Kuwait base
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Afghan girls who study in secret want you to read their "letters to the world"
21 Afghan girls, bravely defying the Taliban by continuing to study, handed CBS News letters containing their stifled, often humble dreams "for an ordinary life."
Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
Explore NYC's transformation since 9/11 through satellite images, personal accounts
An in-depth look at how 9/11 has changed Lower Manhattan and beyond, 25 years after the World Trade Center attacks.
Fetterman appears at RNC midterm convention in surprise video
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
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Dolly Parton's sister shares why country music star kept her cancer battle private
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
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Gold Star family calls on Army to release probe of deadly attack on Kuwait base
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
Multiple U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
U.S. destroys another alleged drug boat as Rubio defends deadly strikes
Since Trump returned to power, the U.S. has conducted airstrikes against boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, killing more than 200 people.
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Humans "close to being outsmarted" by superintelligence, AI expert says
Rapid developments in AI are prompting concerns about "superintelligence." Here's why some experts are worried.
Feds to buy up to $6 billion in Treasury bonds. Here's why.
Wall Street analysts are skeptical that the Treasury Department's bond purchases can curb yields and lower U.S. borrowing costs.
Apple unveils new foldable iPhone and more new devices
Apple introduced the iPhone 18 at its annual tech showcase and unveiled its first foldable phone.
Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
Trump administration to ban some Canadian motorcycles, dairy, alcohol
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
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Gold Star family calls on Army to release probe of deadly attack on Kuwait base
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
U.S. destroys another alleged drug boat as Rubio defends deadly strikes
Since Trump returned to power, the U.S. has conducted airstrikes against boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, killing more than 200 people.
Trump jokes about trying to "redo" huge Luka Dončić trade in Dallas speech
President Trump's speech at the Republican National Committee convention touched on the polarizing NBA trade that sent superstar guard Luka Dončić from the Mavericks to the Lakers.
Trump pitches $5,000 checks, but only if GOP wins House and Senate
President Trump vowed Wednesday to send a $5,000 "dividend" to every American citizen after the midterms, but only if Republicans hold onto control of Congress. He didn't offer details on how the payments would work.
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Coroner releases details on 2 infant deaths in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
Neither infant was old enough to be vaccinated. The first dose of the measles vaccine is typically given at around 1 year of age.
How donating blood could reveal clues about your own health
Amid a national blood supply crisis, Dr. Courtney Lawrence sat down with Norah O'Donnell to talk about donating blood, health myths and more.
A generation of kids suffers as Trump destabilizes immigrant families
Children in immigrant families are facing multiple health threats from President Trump's policies.
NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
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Spain's spy agency warned of Ceuta border breach plans before crisis, declassified files show
Spain's national intelligence agency issued multiple warnings about a potential mass crossing of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, declassified documents show.
20 dead, several missing after fire on cargo ship in Chinese port
At least 20 people were killed and five were missing after a cargo ship caught fire while docked in a Chinese port, Chinese state media reported.
Multiple U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
Fire on ferry off Philippines leaves dozens missing, kills several
A fire on a passenger ferry off the western Philippines left dozens of people missing and killed at least five. An intense and widespread search was on for the unaccounted for.
Barry Melrose, prominent NHL player, coach and broadcaster, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died at 70.
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Fashion designer Romeo Hunte shares new pieces
Fashion designer Romeo Hunte joins "The Daily Report" to discuss pieces in his new collection as New York Fashion Week kicks off.
Dolly Parton's sister on the private funeral
Two weeks after her death at 80, a new song from Dolly Parton was released called "Bound to Ride," as part of an upcoming tribute album to the Stanley Brothers. Gayle King spoke exclusively with Dolly Parton's younger sister in an interview that will air on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday.
New documentary profiles 9/11 generation
A new Netflix documentary is out about those who were children in the wake of the 9/11 attacks. "Turning Point: Generation 9/11" profiles people whose parents died on that day, as well as soldiers who joined the military because of 9/11. Director Brian Knappenberger joins "The Takeout" to discuss the making of the film.
Alice Cooper, Joe Perry on Hollywood Vampires
Rock stars Alice Cooper and Joe Perry of Aerosmith formed the supergroup Hollywood Vampires. They join "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss how the band came together.
Insider details on New York Fasion Week
New York Fashion Week kicks off this week showing the Spring collections. Lauren Sherman has more on what to expect.
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Apple launches its first foldable phone
Apple unveiled its first foldable iPhone on Wednesday, weeks after new CEO John Ternus took over. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Another Anthropic model gained access to open internet during testing
Anthropic announced a fourth cybersecurity incident in which Claude gained access to the open internet during testing.
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.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo
Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, led a special event on Wednesday announcing the release of new products, including the first foldable iPhone. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee breaks it down.
Anthropic researcher comments fuel AI fears
A lead researcher at Anthropic said "AI could kill all humans" on Tuesday, giving it a more than 10% chance within the next decade. The call now is for a global conversation about risk and safety. Jo Ling Kent has more from Silicon Valley, and Tristan Harris, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, goes deeper.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Video shows attempted murder in Ohio
A potential killing was caught on camera in Ohio and was revealed at the trial of a man found guilty of attempting to shoot his wife in a crowded restaurant. Mark Strassmann reports.
Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: Reddington Weighs In
In the wake of the mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case, CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul and WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex share new reporting from inside the courtroom, exclusive juror insights, and behind-the-scenes details of the dramatic final courtroom moments. Plus, we learn what's next as the Plymouth County District Attorney's Office weighs its options.
Breaking down Lindsay Clancy attorney's plans
Kevin Reddington, Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney, sat down with "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday, where he said he plans to ask for the case to be thrown out. Caroline Polisi breaks down his statements.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer on her future
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer Kevin Reddington told "CBS Mornings" that he plans to file a motion for her case to be thrown out after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy's attorney says he will ask for case to be thrown out
Kevin Reddington, the lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, said he will present a motion to dismiss on Sept. 29 at a previously scheduled status hearing.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
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Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Apple launches its first foldable phone
Apple unveiled its first foldable iPhone on Wednesday, weeks after new CEO John Ternus took over. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Stunning new details on Amazon plane crash
A cockpit audio recording from the Amazon cargo plane crash reveals one pilot warned the plane was going too fast as it approached the runway at Miami International Airport. Federal investigators are interviewing the pilots. Skyler Henry reports.
Lawsuit to block armed ICE agents from polls
A federal lawsuit looks to preemptively keep the Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from sending armed ICE agents to polling places.
Trump speaks at GOP midterm convention
President Trump spoke at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, pitching a $5,000 "dividend" for each American if his party sweeps the midterms. Meanwhile, Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico responded to an AI political ad released by state Attorney General Ken Paxton, his opponent in the Senate race. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
Latest details on Miami plane crash
An Amazon Air plane overshot a runway in Miami, killing five people and injuring at least five others. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest details in the investigation.