Her little sister needed a kidney. The donation let them both live their dreams
As children, Amaris and Dominique Elston were inseparable. When Dominique needed a kidney, Amaris immediately wanted to donate.
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Doctor explains what to know about bird flu
Health officials are ringing alarm bells over new cases of bird flu in livestock. Dr. William Schaffner, professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins CBS News to explain the risk to humans.
FDA allows Florida to import Canadian drugs
For the first time, the FDA is allowing a Florida health program to import some prescription drugs in bulk from Canada. Stacie Dusetzina, professor of health policy at Vanderbilt University, joins CBS News to explain why the state is facing pushback on the plan.
How misinformation works on the brain
With the 2024 elections less than a year away, a recent survey found 53% of Americans say they see false or misleading information online every day. Lisa Fazio, associate professor of psychology at Vanderbilt University, joins CBS News to unpack why people fall for misinformation -- and what it's doing to our brains.
How to watch today's Georgia Bulldogs vs. Vanderbilt Commodores game: Livestream options, starting time, more
Carson Beck hopes to keep his undefeated record as the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs hit the road against Vanderbilt.
Q&A: Black scientist Antentor Hinton Jr. talks role of Juneteenth in STEM
Hinton, along with 51 other Black scientists, wrote an article in Cell on the role of Juneteenth in the science field and the barriers and challenges Black scientists face.
Vanderbilt to review gender-affirming surgeries for teens
The medical center says it has performed an average of five gender-affirming surgeries a year to teens with parental consent.
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States impose new restrictions amid record coronavirus hospitalizations; Dolly Parton helped fund Moderna COVID-19 vaccine research.
Unvaccinated people at risk in COVID surge
Health officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are meeting today to discuss whether COVID-19 vaccine booster shots may be necessary in the future as the Delta variant spreads. CBS News national correspondent David Begnaud reports on toll of the virus in hard-hit Louisiana, and then Dr. William Schaffner of Vanderbilt University joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more guidance on the vaccines.
A jury has convicted two former Vanderbilt University football players of raping a female student inside a dorm room
A jury has convicted two former Vanderbilt University football players of raping a female student inside a dorm room. Scott Pelley reports.
Infectious disease doctor on COVID variant
Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine rollout and the new variant that has been found in the U.S.
Sarah Fuller becomes first woman to score in Power Five game
Fuller successfully kicked an extra point in the first half of Vanderbilt's game against Missouri.
Sarah Fuller makes history as first woman to play in Power 5 game
Fuller kicked off at the start of the second half of Saturday's game against Missouri as the crowd cheered.
Dolly Parton helped fund COVID-19 vaccine research
Country music legend Dolly Parton is getting praise for her $1 million donation toward coronavirus vaccine research at Vanderbilt University, which was involved in trials for the Moderna vaccine.
Doctor on risk of crowds over holiday weekend
Dr. David Aronoff, director of the Division of Infectious Disease at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the crowds in public spaces over the holiday weekend and how to assess the risk of groups as social distancing guidelines ease.
College senior with coronavirus: "If you go out now, you're going to get shamed"
Some students at Vanderbilt University have learned the hard way that they can spread the virus and become ill themselves.
Veterans in graduate school pay it forward to younger students
Veterans who return to campus know better than most students, the path to success is not always straightforward.
Ex-Vanderbilt football player found guilty of rape
Brandon Banks was charged along with three other teammates in a 2013 gang rape of an unconscious female student
Former Vanderbilt player sentenced in dorm rape case
The victim said her life has been shattered as a result of the June 2013 gang rape involving former Vanderbilt University football players
Former Vanderbilt football player again convicted of rape
Jury finds Brandon Vandenburg guilty of rape and sexual assault for encouraging his teammates to rape an unconscious woman he'd been dating
Prosecutor: Ex-Vanderbilt player encouraged rape
The retrial of former football player Brandon Vandenburg for his alleged role in a rape began Monday
Vanderbilt pitcher drowns day before NCAA tourney opener
Freshman was fishing with friends in Normandy Lake in Tennessee when tragedy struck
Former Vanderbilt football player found guilty of rape
Corey Batey convicted of raping unconscious female student in 2013; three other former players also charged in dorm room assault
Police respond to gunshot victim at Vanderbilt University
Officials say incident was reported near graduate school of business
Father opens up about U.S. vet slain in Israel stabbing
Stuart Force says it would be an understatement to say he was immensely proud of son Taylor
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
Markwayne Mullin confirmation hearing set for today
President Trump announced Sen. Markwayne Mullin as his pick to replace embattled DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
Top intelligence officials to testify to Senate panel as Iran war escalates
The Trump administration's spy chiefs will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on national security threats facing the U.S.
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton projected to win Democratic Senate primary
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is projected to win the heated and crowded Democratic primary race for the U.S. Senate seat that Dick Durbin has held for nearly 30 years, according to CBS News analysis.
Senate begins marathon debate on SAVE America Act under pressure from Trump
The Senate voted to begin a marathon debate on the SAVE America Act, an elections bill that President Trump has been pressing Republicans to pass.
Top Trump counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war
President Trump's director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, announced his immediate resignation Tuesday, citing the administration's decision to intervene in Iran.
As Trump floats "taking Cuba," island's president warns of "resistance"
The leader of Cuba is vowing to put up "resistance" against the U.S. as President Trump suggests he may "take" the island nation, whose communist government has faced intense U.S. pressure and languished under energy shortages.
Illinois governor primaries set up rematch between Pritzker, Bailey
The 2026 Illinois primary results in the race for governor set up a rematch between Gov. JB Pritzker and his 2022 Republican challenger Darren Bailey.
WNBA, players' union reach agreement in principle on new pact
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
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Former reality TV star Jessie Holmes wins Iditarod sled dog race again
Jessie Holmes is the third competitor in the 54-year history of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race to repeat the year after winning for the first time.
Trump's judicial confirmations show signs of slowing compared to first-term boom
President Trump is likely to make less of an impact on the federal bench in his second term because of fewer vacancies, a slower pace of retirements and the potential for Democrats to regain control of the Senate in November.
Top intelligence officials to testify to Senate panel as Iran war escalates
The Trump administration's spy chiefs will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on national security threats facing the U.S.
Venezuela defeats U.S. 3-2 for its first World Baseball Classic title
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
1 killed, another injured in shooting at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico
Military officials say a shooting at a U.S. Air Force base in New Mexico has left one person dead and another wounded.
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WNBA, players' union reach agreement in principle on new pact
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
Arizona alleges Kalshi engaged in illegal gambling, election wagering
The complaint includes 20 separate counts against Kalshi, claiming the company accepted bets from Arizona residents in violation of state law.
Here's how much U.S. families need to make to feel economically secure
Many Americans feel like they live in a "hamster wheel economy," said one expert who studies economic security.
Amazon introduces 1-hour and 3-hour delivery in U.S.
Amazon is speeding deliveries, putting pressure on other retailers. Here's where 1- and 3-hour delivery options are available and how much the service costs.
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Using AI for financial advice? Here's what to watch out for.
AI and other technologies can help you manage your financial life. But don't rely exclusively on such tools for money matters.
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Federal judge strikes down Arkansas Ten Commandments in public schools law
An Arkansas law requiring that the Ten Commandments be prominently displayed in public school classrooms has been struck down by a federal judge.
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Facing potential Latino voter slide, GOP mobilizes in crucial Senate races ahead of 2026 midterms
Amid signs that Republicans may lose some of the Latino support that the party picked up in 2024, grassroots organizations are stepping in to boost GOP Senate candidates in key midterm races.
Markwayne Mullin confirmation hearing set for today
President Trump announced Sen. Markwayne Mullin as his pick to replace embattled DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
Trump's judicial confirmations show signs of slowing compared to first-term boom
President Trump is likely to make less of an impact on the federal bench in his second term because of fewer vacancies, a slower pace of retirements and the potential for Democrats to regain control of the Senate in November.
Top intelligence officials to testify to Senate panel as Iran war escalates
The Trump administration's spy chiefs will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on national security threats facing the U.S.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
Top intelligence officials to testify to Senate panel as Iran war escalates
The Trump administration's spy chiefs will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on national security threats facing the U.S.
Venezuela defeats U.S. 3-2 for its first World Baseball Classic title
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
As Trump floats "taking Cuba," island's president warns of "resistance"
The leader of Cuba is vowing to put up "resistance" against the U.S. as President Trump suggests he may "take" the island nation, whose communist government has faced intense U.S. pressure and languished under energy shortages.
Why the death of Iran's top security official is significant
Ali Larijani was among the most senior leaders of the regime still alive in Iran after top leaders were killed at the start of the war.
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Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Melissa Etheridge opens up about new music
Melissa Etheridge speaks with "CBS Mornings" about releasing her 17th studio album "Rise" later this month, writing about the loss of her son and grief.
Woman on viral Coldplay "kiss cam" speaks out
Kristin Cabot, the woman from the viral Coldplay "kiss cam" video, spoke in an exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey about the backlash she received from that moment and how it differed from comments made about her boss Andy Byron, the CEO of their company.
Kennedy Center votes to shut down ahead of Trump-backed renovation project
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
Stars walk Vanity Fair Oscar Party red carpet
Oscar winners Jessie Buckley, Michael B. Jordan and other celebrities appeared on the red carpet for the Vanity Fair party after the awards show. See some of the red carpet looks.
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Landmark social media trial continues
A verdict could come as soon as Tuesday in the landmark trial against Meta and Google for allegedly fueling social media addictions. CBS News contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
U.S. hospitals, insurers turn to AI for claims
A constant battle in the U.S. health care system is the fight between insurers and providers over the cost of medical procedures and who foots the bill. Both sides are turning to artificial intelligence to make their case. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains.
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.
Solar farm development faces pushback
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
Jury deliberates in social media trial
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
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Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Kouri Richins found guilty on all charges
Kouri Richins, the Utah mom accused of killing her husband and later writing a children's book about grief, was found guilty on all charges Monday, including aggravated murder. Her sentencing is now set for May and she faces the possibility of life in prison.
Accused Latin American drug lord arrives in U.S. after years on the run
Sebastian Marset, who eluded police for years, was captured in Bolivia last week and transferred to U.S. custody.
Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
Kouri Richins convicted of murdering husband
A jury on Monday found Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote about grief, guilty of murder in the fatal poisoning of her husband. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
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7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite re-enters Earth's atmosphere after 14 years in space
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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3/17: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Top U.S. counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigns over Iran war; senior Iranian leader Ali Larijani killed in airstrike.
The fight to allow happy hour at senior facility
A senior living facility in Minnesota was recently told they'd need a liquor license for any gathering involving alcoholic beverages. That didn't sit well with many of the residents, who are now fighting to legalize the right to happy hour. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Meteor streaks across sky over multiple states
An asteroid weighing about 7 tons and traveling at 45,000 miles per hour zoomed over multiple states and lit up the sky, causing a loud boom that some residents mistook for an explosion. Mark Strassmann reports.
Cuba in crisis as Trump mulls takeover
Cuba has been facing more blackouts and protests since the U.S. cut off its access to Venezuelan oil. Juan Palop reports from Havana.
Where the Nancy Guthrie investigation stands
Nearly 50 days since Nancy Guthrie disappeared, the suspected abduction remains unsolved. CBS has learned investigators have recovered additional images from Guthrie's surveillance cameras. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.