
Missouri governor warns of spreading drought's impact on farm families
Gov. Mike Parson, a farmer himself, declared a drought alert in a bid to get state agencies to "lessen the impact," as families face "really tough decisions."
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Gov. Mike Parson, a farmer himself, declared a drought alert in a bid to get state agencies to "lessen the impact," as families face "really tough decisions."
Scientists and policymakers turned what once was considered a "serious environmental problem" into a success story.
The CDC said the avian flu viruses don't typically infect humans.
The decision comes after the USDA said one of its employees was threatened, prompting a halt in imports of the fruit from Mexico.
The U.S. school lunch system is feeling the impact of the nation's supply chain disruptions. Shipping bottlenecks and labor shortages are limiting resources for school districts across the country. The rising cost of goods, coupled with the limited availability of products, are creating issues for millions of vulnerable students. Many of these kids rely on school lunches for a majority of their daily nutritional intake. Jeremy West, director of partnerships and engagement for the Urban School Food Alliance, joins CBSN to discuss.
The 42 million Americans on food stamps will get a 27% bump on average — the biggest ever for the federal program.
A new report from the USDA finds food insecurity in households with children increased in 2020, compared to 2019. Emily Engelhard, managing director of research at Feeding America, joined CBSN to discuss the report and trends she’s seen throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
The government is putting $700 million toward repaying food system workers who suffered disproportionately from COVID-19.
"I think discrimination is still pervasive. I think that it's done in a much subtler way," one Black farmer said.
The Biden administration is overhauling the basic formula for food aid, adding $19 billion in annual costs to the program.
A Senate report has finds federal agencies are not meetings government cybersecurity standards. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN AM to discuss the report.
A Florida judge is the latest to block funding designed to help Black farmers pay off their longstanding USDA loans.
A federal program created by the Biden administration to reverse a long-standing history of economic discrimination against Black farmers is on hold. Advocates said the loan forgiveness program is an opportunity to help thousands who have been disadvantaged by decades of unfair treatment, but a conservative law firm in Wisconsin argued it was unconstitutional because White farmers aren't eligible. Natalie Baszile, author of "We Are Each Other's Harvest: Celebrating African American Farmers, Land, and Legacy," joins CBSN to discuss.
Midwestern farmers allege they can't participate in a COVID-19 loan forgiveness program "solely due to their race."
U.S. Department of Agriculture said it is abandoning efforts to tighten work requirements for food stamps.
U.S. Department of Agriculture nominee Tom Vilsack faces criticism from Black farmers for not doing enough under the Obama administration to address systemic racism in farming. Meanwhile, the number of Black-owned farms in the U.S. continues to decline. Founder and president of the National Black Farmers Association, John W. Boyd Jr., joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss his experience and why he has hope for the Justice for Black Farmers Act.
The person President-elect Joe Biden selects to lead the U.S. Department of Agriculture will oversee farming policy as well as programs like food stamps and nutrition services. Congressman James Clyburn of South Carolina has thrown his support behind Rep. Marcia Fudge of Ohio, leader of the Nutrition and Oversight Subcommittee on the House Agriculture Committee. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joins CBSN with analysis.
"While tropical rainforests are the lungs of the planet, the Tongass is the lungs of North America," one scientist said.
Judge Beryl A. Howell said the Trump administration was "icily silent" on the impact of such cuts during the pandemic.
Studies show that food insecurity has doubled overall and tripled among families with children due to the pandemic.
Ecommerce giant restricts sales after Americans nationwide report getting unsolicited seed shipments in the mail.
The Trump-signed letter raised complaints with some lawmakers, who call it "self-promoting" ahead of the election.
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue had previously said extending the full program into the fall was "beyond" what the USDA could do, but lawmakers disagreed.
At least 14 of the seed species had been identified, according to the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
Mysterious packets of seeds that appear to come from China have now popped-up in mailboxes in all 50 states. Officials are scrambling to figure out their origin. Janet Shamlian reports.
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
The 75-year-old author was stabbed at least once in the neck and once in the abdomen, officials said during a Friday evening press conference.
Police say they're investigating whether Heche was driving under the influence at the time of the crash. Doctors are exploring whether she can be an organ donor.
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
Weisselberg and the company had asked a judge to dismiss criminal fraud and tax evasion charged against them.
A case of polio was identified in Rockland County, New York, and now the virus has been detected in New York City's wastewater.
Chaundre Cross' boat was discovered between Sanibel Island and Naples on Thursday, but he was not in it.
The district attorney said once she receives all necessary reports, she and her team will make a charging decision.
The FBI did not specify what that information was, but said it "did not contain a specific and credible threat."
The Southern Baptist Convention, the largest Protestant denomination in the U.S., has been plagued by problems related to clergy sex abuse in recent years.
The FBI did not specify what that information was, but said it "did not contain a specific and credible threat."
The family filed a petition saying the records contain video and audio interviews with relatives in the immediate aftermath of Judd's death.
Most young fans want nothing more than to meet baseball players at games. Not Vincent Stio.
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
Some investors believe inflation may have peaked, allowing Federal Reserve to be less aggressive with hikes.
Gov. Newsom warns plant's power is needed for reliable energy, but questions over earthquake safety and more loom.
Produced by Amazon-owned studio MGM, the show aims to follow the mold of "America's Funniest Home Videos."
Hiking and biking trails, pedestrian corridors and vehicle brides are getting an influx of federal funds.
A new analysis from the Penn Wharton Budget Model finds that wealthier taxpayers will bear the brunt of the impact.
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
U.S. Reps. Adam Schiff, Michael McCaul, Brian Fitzpatrick and more will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
The Justice Department is investigating the former president for potential Espionage Act violations.
Hiking and biking trails, pedestrian corridors and vehicle brides are getting an influx of federal funds.
Polio has been detected in New York City's wastewater, suggesting further circulation of the virus. The city's health department is urging pediatricians to immediately identify and schedule appointments for children who are behind on their polio immunizations. Elaine Quijano shares more details.
A case of polio was identified in Rockland County, New York, and now the virus has been detected in New York City's wastewater.
Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Ray Luján reflect on their experiences recovering from strokes.
Last month, the New York Health Department reported the nation's first case of polio in almost a decade, in Rockland County, north of New York City.
Lyons Magnus is recalling more than 80 types of drinks over possible contamination with bacteria that causes botulism.
The attacker was randomly shooting at people, including at children, state TV reported, quoting witnesses.
The family of the 60-year-old imprisoned by Russia over medical marijuana says this is "the last opportunity to save his life."
A woman in the group stranded between Greece and Turkey says the island is "full of snakes, scorpions, and a lot of insects," and they're struggling to survive.
The 75-year-old author was stabbed at least once in the neck and once in the abdomen, officials said during a Friday evening press conference.
Vultures are targeted by poachers because they draw unwanted attention to their illegal activities.
San Diego Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. has been suspended 80 games by Major League Baseball after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.
The family filed a petition saying the records contain video and audio interviews with relatives in the immediate aftermath of Judd's death.
The district attorney said once she receives all necessary reports, she and her team will make a charging decision.
Produced by Amazon-owned studio MGM, the show aims to follow the mold of "America's Funniest Home Videos."
"On behalf of not just our family, but I think Australia needs it," Newton-John's niece Tottie Goldsmith said this week.
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
CNET editorial director Dan Ackerman joins "CBS Mornings" to share tracking devices and apps that can help people find lost things. He discusses trackers that can find a parked car or glasses as well as a smart lock to help keep track of keys and even pets.
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Programmable thermostats and smart lights can help consumers' lower energy bills.
The U.S. Labor Department has released its latest Consumer Price Index for July 2022. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to break down what this means for prices and the economy.
Men find 88 distinct prints left by a mixture of adults and children on what is now the Utah Test and Training Range.
For more than 75 million Americans living out West, snow melt from the Sierra Nevada is a major source of water. However, the mountain range's snowpack is shrinking, down an average of 23% since 1955. Roger Bales, professor of engineering at the University of California, Merced, joins CBS News to discuss what this could mean for California's water future.
In a part of space far, far away, two galaxies joined together to form one of the universe's most spectacular events – a galactic merger with streaming stars and chaos. And scientists say the stunning images are a preview of what's to come for the Milky Way.
"Hopefully downstream we will find the Thames, but at the moment, it's gone," said one tourist who had come, hoping to see the origin of the iconic English river.
The powerful greenhouse gas traps 80 times more heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide does.
The Southern Baptist Convention, the largest Protestant denomination in the U.S., has been plagued by problems related to clergy sex abuse in recent years.
The FBI did not specify what that information was, but said it "did not contain a specific and credible threat."
Author Salman Rushdie was stabbed Friday by a man who stormed the stage as he was beginning a lecture in New York. Rushdie, whose work has previously led to threats, underwent surgery for his injuries. Nikki Battiste reports.
New details are emerging about the suspect who was killed after attempting to breach the FBI's field office in Cincinnati, Ohio. His social media posts indicate he was at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, and he appeared to be a dedicated supporter of former President Donald Trump. Jeff Pegues has the latest.
Salman Rushdie, the author whose writing led to death threats from Iran in the 1980s, was stabbed Friday as he was about to give a lecture in western New York, authorities said. The 75-year-old author was stabbed at least once in the neck, and once in the abdomen, and is still in surgery, officials said during a Friday evening press conference. Watch the press conference here.
Scientists suspect the tangled object is likely pieces of shredded Dacron netting from the Perseverance itself.
"Dueling gravitational forces will trigger bursts of intense stellar formation and wildly distort their once-majestic structures," researchers said.
All over the globe, the Sturgeon moon gave viewers one last supermoon before 2023.
Etienne Klein apologized for misleading some Twitter followers with his "scientist's joke."
South Korea's first moon mission will search for ice in permanently shadowed polar craters.
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Inside the case against Steven Pankey, a former political candidate who was tried for the kidnapping and murder of a Colorado 12-year-old.
These colleges come with a hefty price tag
CDC data reveals which U.S. state has the highest rate of drug overdose-related deaths per 100,000 residents.
An inside look at the puzzling disappearance of the Florida millionaire
Both parties are keeping a close eye on a crucial Pennsylvania race that could tip the balance of power in the Senate. Democratic Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman is running against Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz. On Friday, Fetterman held his first rally since suffering a stroke in May. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice has details on how the rally went.
Evidence of polio has been found in New York City's wastewater, weeks after a case was discovered in nearby Rockland County. Dr. Payal Patel, an infectious diseases physician at the University of Michigan Medical School, joins CBS News to explains the threat of the virus and steps people can take to protect themselves.
Most young fans want nothing more than to meet baseball players at games. Not Vincent Stio, who was more interested in the umpires. Stio is now officiating Little League games and hopes to make it to the majors one day. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
Anne Heche's family said "we lost a bright light" after a horrific car crash in Los Angeles last week. A family spokesperson said she was being kept on life support while efforts were made to find recipients for organ donation. Carter Evans has the latest.
President Biden scored another victory with the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act Friday, a landmark climate, health care and tax bill. Scott MacFarlane has more.