Jim Gaffigan on losing his appendix
The comedian left a part of himself in Alaska Categories: National, US & World News
Archives: 2018
A nation is tasked: Whom to believe?
The truth, as told by Christine Blasey Ford or Brett Kavanaugh, is being judged by 100 senators – and all of us Categories: National, US & World News
Why the anger of women is dismissed
This past week’s Senate Judiciary Committee hearings, featuring Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and the man she has accused of sexually assaulting her many years ago, Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, offered an interesting contrast in how men and women are allowed by society to express themselves. New York Magazine writer Rebecca Traister, author of the book “Good and Mad: The…
Nature: Mount Rainier
We leave you this Sunday Morning with a view of late-blooming wildflowers at Mount Rainier National Park in Washington State. Videographer: Jamie McDonald. Categories: National, US & World News
Calendar: Week of October 1
From the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month to the Nobel Peace Prize announcement, “Sunday Morning” takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead. Jane Pauley reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Chaos, stampede at Central Park concert after false alarm of gunshots
The NYPD has confirmed that the loud noise was actually a barrier near the stage that fell over Categories: National, US & World News
“48 Hours” disrupts alleged dark web hitmen in potential murder-for-hire plots
“Never in my journalistic career have I ever been involved in a murder investigation that led us to prevent other future potential killings,” says correspondent Peter Van Sant Categories: National, US & World News
How the FBI will investigate the Brett Kavanaugh allegations
The FBI has also reached to Deborah Ramirez, the second woman who accused Kavanaugh of sexual assault Categories: National, US & World News
9/29: CBS Evening News
FBI opens investigation into Kavanaugh allegations; Elon Musk settles with SEC, stepping down as chairman of Tesla board. Categories: National, US & World News
2 police officers fatally shot in Brookhaven, Mississippi
Two police officers were fatally shot during an exchange of gunfire in Brookhaven, Mississippi. They were the 41st and 42nd law enforcement officers to be fatally shot this year in the line of duty. Categories: National, US & World News
Elon Musk to step down as chair of Tesla board, settles with SEC for $20M
Musk had been accused of misleading investors when he tweeted that he was thinking of taking Tesla private Categories: National, US & World News
Weather Update for September 29th, 2018
SATURDAY NIGHT: Saturday was another seasonal day across northeastern Mississippi and western Alabama. Clouds will increase overnight, and lows will drop down into the middle 60s. Patchy fog is possible across the area overnight. SUNDAY: Patchy fog will be around to start things off Sunday morning, so be sure to factor in some extra time for your morning commute. Clouds…
Shark attacks teen at Southern California beach
The attack occurred around 7 a.m. Saturday at Beacon’s Beach in Encinitas, north of San Diego Categories: National, US & World News
Trump rallies in West Virginia the day after calling for an FBI investigation into allegations against Brett Kavanaugh
West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin is considered a critical swing vote in the Senate for the confirmation of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh Categories: National, US & World News
2 children found dead in hot vehicles hours apart in Florida
A 4-year-old and a 1-year-old died Friday just hours apart in central Florida Categories: National, US & World News
Rebecca Traister on the power of women’s (and men’s) anger
The author of “Good and Mad” discusses why many women have been denied the use of their own righteous anger in self-defense Categories: National, US & World News
Suspect arrested in LSU player’s death
Dyteon Simpson, 20, was arrested early Friday and booked into prison Categories: National, US & World News
Can blockchain save local journalism?
A startup called Civil thinks cryptocurrency and average citizens could be journalism’s savior Categories: National, US & World News
“I had nowhere to go”: 42 wrongful convictions linked to corrupt Chicago cop
The top prosecutor in Illinois is trying to turn the page from a dark period in Chicago police history. It’s believed one bad cop preyed on innocent residents of a housing project rounding up dozens of people on bogus charges. Now, efforts are underway to exonerate them. Dean Reynolds reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Inside Friday’s dramatic Kavanaugh confirmation vote
Alexander Bolton is a senior reporter covering Senate affairs for The Hill. He joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the stunning events that unfolded at Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation vote on Friday. Sen. Jeff Flake shocked Washington when he demanded the committee delay the full Senate vote on Kavanaugh’s confirmation until the FBI could investigate the allegations against him. Categories:…
How 2 NFL stars are tackling social injustice off the field
Philadelphia Eagles players Malcolm Jenkins and Chris Long are part of a group of NFL players quietly working to enact real change Categories: National, US & World News
2 Mississippi officers dead after shootout; suspect in custody
Two Brookhaven police officers are dead following an early morning confrontation in Mississippi, official says Categories: National, US & World News
How two NFL players are tackling social injustice off the field
Two years ago, Colin Kaepernick took a knee during the national anthem to spotlight social injustice. As that silent protest spread, it caused an uproar. But one group of NFL players has been quietly working to enact change. “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Dana Jacobson sat down with Super Bowl champions Chris Long and Malcolm Jenkins who believe the controversy…
Judge rules 5-year-old can bring marijuana-based drug to school
Marijuana in our schools is a disturbing idea to most people, but for a five-year-old girl and her parents in Santa Rosa, California, it’s a welcome relief. John Blackstone reports on how it’s making it possible for one kindergartener to stay in school and perform at her best. Categories: National, US & World News