Fast-moving California wildfires force tens of thousands to evacuate
One wildfire destroys most of Northern California town as two more fires north of Los Angeles force evacuations Categories: National, US & World News
Archives: 2018
Another 40 Sears, Kmart stores closing — here’s where
Liquidation sales at locations to begin next week as once dominant retailer continues to downsize in bankruptcy Categories: National, US & World News
Former high school coach says bar shooting suspect assaulted her
Dominique Colell says her “jaw dropped” when she saw Ian Long identified at the suspect on the news Categories: National, US & World News
Salmonella outbreak in turkey turns deadly
With Thanksgiving approaching, health officials are reminding Americans to properly cook and handle turkey Categories: National, US & World News
Book excerpt: “Spearhead: The World War II Odyssey of an American Tank Gunner”
Adam Makos’ riveting new book chronicles the trek of the 3rd Armored Division across Europe into the heart of Germany Categories: National, US & World News
Former educator formally charged with sex crimes
Case will go to grand jury
Man who caught 17-foot python recalls dramatic fight with snake
Man who captured record-setting Burmese python in South Florida said the snake had his “hand in her mouth,” forcing him to grab his pistol Categories: National, US & World News
Ruth Bader Ginsburg back working, “cracking jokes” after breaking ribs
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is “up and working” in the hospital after breaking 3 ribs, her nephew says Categories: National, US & World News
Trump leaves for Paris, comments on new asylum rule and acting attorney general — live updates
President Trump spoke with reporters about his asylum rule, the undecided Florida elections and his acting attorney general Categories: National, US & World News
Emma Stone and Rachel Weisz call “The Favourite” a “high-stakes ‘Mean Girls'”
Academy Award-winning actors Rachel Weisz and Emma Stone are teaming up for the new historical drama, “The Favourite.” The movie is set in the 18th century when Queen Anne ruled England. It tells the story of the rivalry between Lady Sarah Churchill and Abigail Masham as they fight for the queen’s affection. Weisz and Stone join “CBS This Morning” to…
Genes have less influence on life span than previously thought, study finds
A surprising new study finds genes have less control over how long people live than previously thought. The results published in the journal, Genetics, discovered genes account for less than 7 percent of people’s life span. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” with tips for how to live longer and have a healthier life. Categories: National, US & World…
Harvard scientists say Oumuamua may be probe sent by “alien civilization”
A pair of Harvard scientists say a massive, fast-moving visitor to our solar system may have been a probe sent by an advance alien civilization. Astronomers were excited to discover the interstellar object last year. It was named “Oumuamua” that’s Hawaiian for “messenger” or “scout.” Tony Dokoupil reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Michelle Obama reveals why she’d “never forgive” Trump
Former first lady Michelle Obama’s new memoir includes some blunt criticism of President Trump. She blasts the president for pushing the false idea that Barack Obama was not born in the United States and therefore was ineligible to be president. The White House has not responded to our request for comment. Categories: National, US & World News
Mom of Calif. shooting victim: “I don’t want prayers… I want gun control”
Some people caught in the California bar shooting were survivors of the massacre at a country music festival in Las Vegas last year. At least one of the Vegas survivors, 27-year-old Navy veteran Telemachus Orfanos, did not make it out of Borderline Bar & Grill alive. His mother, Susan, made an emotional plea Thursday for gun control. Categories: National, US…
What Trump is looking for in attorney general
The president flies to Paris Friday to meet world leaders marking the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. He’s leaving the U.S. while Democrats call for an investigation of the forced resignation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions. “Face the Nation” moderator Margaret Brennan joins “CBS This Morning” from Washington to preview Sunday’s show. Categories: National, US &…
Inside the military base set up near U.S.-Mexico border by Trump administration
The Trump administration is placing new restrictions on migrants seeking asylum in the U.S., and some groups say the move violates federal law. The mandate announced Thursday bars migrants who cross the southern border illegally from any “eligibility for asylum.” The policy could impact a caravan of migrants marching toward the border. Mireya Villarreal reports from Hidalgo, Texas. Categories: National,…
Inside Trump’s border base: Barbed wire, Humvees and a hospital
In less than a week, the U.S. military turned nearly 40 acres of barren land into a fully operational military base Categories: National, US & World News
Eye Opener at 8: Acting AG’s impact on Mueller probe
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
Democrats’ takeover of the House spurs possibility of farm bill compromise
It’s likely House Republicans will be ready to pass a compromise bill in the upcoming lame duck sessions Categories: National, US & World News
Medicare expands to cover in-home chores, safety devices
Some seniors with Advantage plans will get coverage for in-home services designed to avoid long-term care Categories: National, US & World News
Thousand Oaks shooting survivor: “My friend killed my other friends”
Thousand Oaks, California, is grieving the loss of 12 people gunned down at a bar filled with college students. Hundreds gathered Thursday night to remember those who lost their lives in Wednesday night’s shooting at Borderline Bar & Grill. Carter Evans reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Raging flames from Southern California wildfires jump house to house
Two out-of-control fires are on the move in Southern California, not far from the scene of Wednesday night’s mass shooting at a bar. The Woolsey fire burned dozens of homes and threatens at least 1,000 more. People in some neighborhoods have been told to get out. John Blackstone reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Court to hear dispute over vote counting in Arizona Senate race
The margin of votes between Democrat Kirsten Sinema and Republican Martha McSally is razor thin Categories: National, US & World News
Northern California town destroyed by wildfire
Massive wildfires are tearing through parts of California, destroying hundreds of buildings and forcing thousands of people from their homes. The Camp Fire in Northern California exploded in size Thursday, overtaking the town of Paradise where around 30,000 people were forced to evacuate last minute. David Begnaud reports. Categories: National, US & World News