Toys R Us workers finally get severance: $660 each
Two private equity firms are providing $20 million in contributions, but advocates say the funding falls $55 million short Categories: National, US & World News
Archives: 2018
Central Mississippi lumber firm expanding
45 new jobs come with growth
Interior secretary blames “environmental radicals” for California fires
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke said in an interview on Brietbart that “environmental radicals” are to blame for the deadly wildfires in California Categories: National, US & World News
Former Starkville priest says he is informant in federal case
Rev. John Bohn says he helped case against Vargas
Video: Community Hosts Pre-Thanksgiving Service
Dr. Mark Keenum addressed an early-morning crowd during special service.
Mom who died on cruise hinted at last goodbye before trip
Princess Cruises said the case remains an active investigation by the FBI Categories: National, US & World News
El Chapo, armed with diamond-encrusted pistol, relied on bribery, ex-lieutenant says
Jesus Zambada told a jury that gunplay and cash payoffs were key components of the Sinaloa cartel’s business model Categories: National, US & World News
Tumblr disappears from App Store over child porn
Tumblr acknowledged the reason for the abrupt takedown after CNET’s Download.com presented evidence Categories: National, US & World News
Recreational marijuana sales begin in Massachusetts
Massachusetts became the first state on the East Coast Tuesday to allow recreational marijuana sales, meaning tens of millions of adult consumers, including those in New York City, are now within a three-hour drive from a pot shop. Tony Dokoupil reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Inside Sen. John Kennedy’s middle school civics class
Republican Sen. John Kennedy is known for his sharp questions, his colorful quips and his willingness to work across party lines. But he’s also made a name for himself in the classroom as Mr. Kennedy, occasionally teaching at a Louisiana school. It allows him to interact with a younger generation that’s often disillusioned by politics. John Dickerson followed him in…
Rep. Moulton criticized at town hall for opposing Pelosi
Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton was criticized at a town hall in his district for his opposition to Nancy Pelosi as Speaker Categories: National, US & World News
Crews under pressure to find wildfire victims’ remains before storm
Some fire-ravaged parts of Northern California could get half an inch of rain per hour, which could trigger mudslides Categories: National, US & World News
Fashion companies try to curb carbon footprint
Clothing is a popular item on many holiday shopping lists, but some fashion companies want shoppers to buy fewer clothes in order to cut pollution. Researchers estimate the fashion industry will use more than 25 percent of the world’s carbon budget by 2050. Elaine Quijano reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Judge bars Trump restrictions on asylum seekers
A federal judge says President Trump cannot deny asylum to migrants who cross the border illegally. Three days after the midterm election, the president issued a proclamation that anyone who doesn’t go to a U.S. port of entry would be ineligible for asylum. Paula Reid reports. Categories: National, US & World News
What is the best day to travel for Thanksgiving?
AAA predicts more than 48 million Americans will hit the roads for this year’s Thanksgiving, and an industry group projects record 30.6 million passengers will fly between Nov. 16 and 27. Conde Nast Traveler’s Mark Ellwood joins “CBS This Morning” to offer travel tips for a busy travel season. Categories: National, US & World News
“48 Hours” investigates Casey Kasem’s death: Family battle goes nuclear
Radio icon Casey Kasem died more than four years ago, leading to a bitter dispute over his final resting place and the estate, estimated to be between $80 and $100 million. His three adult children filed a wrongful death suit against his second wife, Jeannie Kasem. She later filed a countersuit. Both parties reported claims of cruelty and neglect. Peter…
Eye Opener at 8: Record number of Thanksgiving travelers
A look back at what we’ve been covering on “CBS This Morning.” Subscribe to get the Eye Opener delivered straight to your inbox. Categories: National, US & World News
Ivanka Trump used personal email address for government business
Spokesperson said the emails mostly pertained to logistics and personal interests; The Washington Post was first to report on her use of the private email address Categories: National, US & World News
ER doctor shot dead by ex-fiancé as she walked into work
Dr. Tamara O’Neal, the first of 3 victims, argued with the gunman outside Mercy Hospital before the shooting, police said Categories: National, US & World News
Martha Stewart’s first Uber: “A mess inside and out”
After one car didn’t show (outside Tiffany’s Manhattan store), she says the next was littered with debris Categories: National, US & World News
Disillusioned middle schoolers get a lesson from Sen. Kennedy
Kennedy occasionally teaches at a middle school in his home state of Louisiana, which allows him to interact with a younger generation Categories: National, US & World News
California school bus driver hailed a hero for rescuing 22 students from fires
A remarkable story of a bus driver’s heroism emerged from the devastating fire in Paradise, California. Photos taken from inside a school bus filled with children show their harrowing journey, as the Camp Fire raged just feet away. But the pictures tell only part of the story. DeMarco Morgan reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Record number of Americans expected to travel for Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving travel rush is underway. AAA predicts more than 54 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles away by Sunday. The holiday weekend is predicted to be the busiest for Thanksgiving travel since 2005. Kris Van Cleave reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Manhunt for suspect in deadly St. Louis-area Catholic store shooting
A manhunt is underway near St. Louis for a suspect in a deadly shooting at a Catholic Supply store. Police say the incident began with at least one sexual assault and ended when a woman was shot and killed. Omar Villafranca reports. Categories: National, US & World News