Woman who left toddler on porch blames mother
The woman said there were two reasons she ran back to her car and left the child alone on a stranger’s porch Categories: National, US & World News
Archives: 2018
Trump announces he’ll begin cutting off foreign aid as caravan approaches
The president also warned that “unknown Middle Easterners” and “criminals” are mixed into the caravan Categories: National, US & World News
Ryanair incident: Video of racist passenger sparks criticism
A passenger who hurled racist insults at an older black woman kept his seat, while she moved to another row Categories: National, US & World News
Gen. Stanley McChrystal explores myths of leadership
Gen. Stanley McChrystal is a retired four star general who was the commander of U.S. and international forces in Afghanistan. The West Point graduate spent 34 years in the Army and is co-founder of the McChrystal Group. Now he hopes to answer the question, “What makes a leader great?” with his new book, “Leaders: Myth and Reality.” He profiles 13…
Eye Opener at 8: Trump plans to withdraw from Russia nuclear arms treaty
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
Midterm candidates offer ads with intimate messages
Americans head to the polls two weeks from Tuesday with control of Congress and much of the president’s agenda hanging in the balance. Many candidates are trying a new approach this year and are opening up to voters in intensely personal ads that go deeper than the issues. Ed O’Keefe reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Arizona school district offers tiny homes for teachers
In our series, School Matters, we’re taking a look at teachers’ salaries. Educators in five states walked off the job earlier this year demanding higher pay and increased school funding. Before the protest, we profiled teachers struggling to make ends meet in Arizona. The governor later approved a 20 percent pay raise over three years. Jamie Yuccas went back to…
How tiny homes are helping cash-strapped teachers in Arizona
After recent walkouts by educators demanding pay increases, one school district is getting creative in helping teachers’ living costs Categories: National, US & World News
NYPD body camera explodes; nearly 3,000 devices recalled
The New York City Police Department has suspended use of a model of body camera after one exploded Categories: National, US & World News
Elizabeth Warren reveals why she changed her mind on DNA test
Senator was asked by a moderator why she had said, in March, that no DNA test was needed to prove she had some Native American heritage Categories: National, US & World News
Eye Opener: Caravan of migrants marches towards U.S.
Thousands of Central American migrants on a trek to the U.S. push across the Mexican border with Guatemala. President Trump threatens to send the military to stop them from entering the U.S. Also, National security adviser John Bolton is in Moscow for high-stakes talks with Russia. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90…
Migrant caravan lurches toward U.S.
President Trump is promising to stop a caravan of Central American migrants headed for the U.S. border. Mexican authorities said there are now more than 5,000 people in the caravan. Most of them are from Honduras, fleeing poverty and violence. Adriana Diaz is following the caravan from Tapachula, Mexico. Categories: National, US & World News
Russia calls Trump plan to withdraw from nuclear arms treaty “very dangerous”
National security adviser John Bolton is in Moscow for high-stakes talks with Russia. Bolton’s visit comes after President Trump announced his intention to withdraw from a landmark nuclear weapons agreement. Errol Barnett reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Clemson party turns into chaos when dance floor collapses
Structural engineers will try to figure out why a clubhouse floor collapsed near South Carolina’s Clemson University during a crowded party. At least 30 people were hurt when the floor gave way over the weekend, sending dozens of people plunging to the basement below. Vladimir Duthiers reports. Categories: National, US & World News
$1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot largest in history
Millions of Americans are dreaming about winning Tuesday’s Mega Millions jackpot, now the largest in world history. The prize is about $1.6 billion. It’s not the only lottery creating a buzz this week. Mark Strassmann reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Saudi royals call Khashoggi’s son amid shifting claims on journalist’s death
Saudi Arabia’s official explanation of the death of Washington Post contributor Jamal Khashoggi has failed to end allegations of a cover-up. Saudi officials say King Salman and the crown prince have called Khashoggi’s son to offer condolences. President Trump spoke with Turkey’s president on the phone Sunday and agreed the case needs to be cleared up. Major Garrett reports. Categories:…
3 NBA stars suspended after Lakers-Rockets fight, alleged spitting
Lakers teammates Brandon Ingram and Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul of the Rockets were suspended without pay Sunday for an on-court fight Categories: National, US & World News
Manhunt for accused cop killer outside Atlanta
Second suspect under arrest after officer gunned down checking report of suspicious vehicle near middle school Categories: National, US & World News
Dry Start To Week; Rain, Chilly Weather Return Later This Week.
MONDAY/TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY: Nice weather on tap to start this week. Highs in the upper 60s Monday, then upper 60s and low 70s Tuesday and Wednesday under mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies. Winds will be light, in the 5-10 mph range. Overnight lows will dip into the mid 40s Monday and Tuesday nights, then upper 40s and low 50s Wednesday night. An…
Pumpkins Are All The Rage Right Now, But What Happens To Them After?
What happens when the rush to buy pumpkins comes to an end?
AmeriCorps programs accused of sexual misconduct and breakdowns in oversight
CBS News investigation uncovers allegations against Stephen Black, the prominent grandson of late Supreme Court justice Hugo Black Categories: National, US & World News
Genetic Genealogy, Off the Rails, Fly Like an Eagle
Inside the genetic genealogy being used to solve crimes; then, why has the New York City subway gone off the rails?; and, how an Oklahoma woman learned to fly like an eagle in Mongolia. Categories: National, US & World News
Mental stress mounts in Florida after devastating Hurricane Michael
Health officials say they’re seeing signs of mental problems in residents more than a week after the storm as long-term recovery could take years Categories: National, US & World News
BREAKING: Two Noxubee County Escapees Are Caught In Marshall County
Two inmates have escaped from the Noxubee County Community Work Center in Macon.