Ben & Jerry's co-founder starts cannabis nonprofit to support social causes
The nonprofit aims to get people convicted of nonviolent cannabis offenses out of prison.
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17 states urge recall of Kia and Hyundai cars following thefts
Videos on social media show how to easily hot-wire the vehicles, many of which lack anti-theft engine immobilizers.
Homeless woman kills shelter coordinator with ax in front of staff, police say
A judge has ordered a mental evaluation for a homeless shelter resident accused of using an ax and knife to kill Leah Rosin-Pritchard.
Police solve decades-old cold case
The family of Rita Curran never expected to have closure about her 1971 murder, which remained unsolved until new DNA evidence pointed to answers. Michael George has more.
A discarded cigarette butt just helped close a 52-year-old murder case
Officials say a discarded cigarette found near the body of a 24-year-old Vermont school teacher nearly 52 years ago helped lead investigators to an upstairs neighbor who they say strangled her in her apartment.
Sanders targets drug companies
Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont says the pharmaceutical industry is "enormously greedy, charging us outrageously, uncontrollably high prices."
Full interview: Sen. Sanders on "Face the Nation"
Watch the full version of an interview with Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont that aired on Feb. 19, 2023, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
3 ice fishermen deaths prompt warning: "No fish is worth risking your life"
Authorities extended their warning following the recent deaths of three ice fishermen who fell through the Lake Champlain ice in two separate incidents.
Vermont ice fishing tournament canceled after 3 men die falling through ice
Officials warned against venturing out onto Lake Champlain as the area experiences unusually warm weather this year.
Dog Mountain: Sacred ground for dog lovers
After a near-death experience, artist Stephen Huneck created Dog Mountain, a 150-acre leash-free retreat in scenic northern Vermont. The centerpiece remains Dog Chapel, a place where dogs could be remembered by their loving humans. Correspondent Martha Teichner tells a bittersweet story of love and loss, and of the chapel's enduring celebration of the bond we have with our pets.
U.S. states are flush with cash. It's sparking "tax cut fever."
Some state officials want to eliminate their income tax entirely. But experts warn of risks from a slowing economy.
Spectator dies after brawl at middle school basketball game in Vermont
Authorities say a Vermont man died after participating in a brawl among spectators at a middle school basketball game.
The Dish: Award-winning Thai food in Vermont
Nisachon Morgan and her husband Steve Morgan are the chefs behind one of the best Thai restaurants in the U.S. Saap, located in Randolph, Vermont, is made-to-order authentic Thai food. Rung was recently awarded “Best Chef in the Northeast” by the James Beard Foundation. For our series The Dish, Jan Crawford traveled to Vermont to meet the chefs and try their renowned food.
Halloween decorations leave baby twins in awe
These 1-year-old twins from Vermont were not ready for Halloween decorations – and what they saw left them with their mouths wide open.
Winter storm causes power outages amid deep freeze
Blinding blizzards, freezing rain and frigid cold knocked out power from Maine to Seattle.
Adviser: Sanders might run if Biden does not
Faiz Shakir, a longtime adviser to Senator Bernie Sanders, told CBS News on Thursday that he believes the Vermont lawmaker will seriously consider a bid for the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination if President Joe Biden does not run. "I assume that he would give it a hard look," Shakir said. "I don't want to make the judgment for him. Obviously, it would be his choice to make. But I assume that he would want to reevaluate it."
The role of abortion in the 2022 midterm elections
While Democrats campaigned on the issue, anti-abortion groups slammed GOP candidates for taking the "ostrich strategy: burying their heads in the sand and running" from abortion.
Abortion rights supporters score midterm victories in at least 3 states
Voters in at least four states voted to protect abortion access through measures on the ballot, CBS News projects.
Becca Balint projected to become Vermont's first congresswoman
Balint, a self-described "mom, teacher and progressive leader" is among several people who made history in the 2022 Midterm Elections.
Other cold cases checked after drop of blood links man to 1989 killings
New York State Police confirmed that investigators are looking into possible links between Michael Louise and several cold case homicides.
Exploring the beauty of Vermont's towns (all 251+ of them)
Members of the 251 Club - from honeymooners to nonagenarians - are dedicated to setting foot in every one of the Green Mountain State's bucolic small towns and cities.
Noah Kahan's new chapter
Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan is out with a new album. The album, "Stick Season," was written and recorded in Vermont. Jan Crawford traveled to Vermont to talk to Kahan about his new music and why it's resonating with so many people.
Vermont Sen. Patrick Leahy hospitalized after "not feeling well"
At the recommendation of his doctors, he was expected to remain in the hospital overnight for observation.
Drop of blood leads to arrest in 1989 stabbing deaths of Vermont couple
Forensic testing confirmed a DNA match to George Peacock in a spot of blood found inside Michael Louise's car, police said.
Woman with cancer sues Vermont over residency requirement for assisted suicide
The Vermont law allows physicians to prescribe lethal medication to state residents with an incurable illness that is expected to kill them within six months.
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Vance says "selling access to the White House" is "disgusting"
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