Baby dolls stir emotions in Alzheimer’s patients
The gift of a baby doll “revives a part of their memory from when they were parents … a lot of them just start crying,” said one organizer of the nonprofit Categories: National, US & World News
Archives: 2018
Submit your stories for our series, A More Perfect Union
We aim to show what unites us as Americans is far stronger than what divides us Categories: National, US & World News
Jimmy Dean sausage recalled because it may contain metal
Food manufacturer received complaints that some of its pork and poultry products contained foreign material Categories: National, US & World News
Trump plan to revive Postal Service: Sell access to your mailbox
A Trump administration study suggests the money-losing USPS should franchise mailboxes to other delivery businesses Categories: National, US & World News
Former Canadian diplomat reportedly arrested in China
International Crisis Group said it’s aware of reports that its North East Asia senior adviser Michael Kovrig has been detained Categories: National, US & World News
White woman pleads guilty to assaulting black teen at pool
She was dubbed “Pool Patrol Paula” Categories: National, US & World News
Police chief fired after secretly filming sex with women
Christian Daigre was initially placed on leave and later suspended without pay Categories: National, US & World News
Kathie Lee Gifford leaving NBC’s “Today” show in April
Kathie Lee Gifford leaving after 11 years on “Today,” most recently hosting 10 a.m. hour alongside Hoda Kotb Categories: National, US & World News
McConnell says Senate will take up criminal justice reform bill
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell changed his position to back President Trump’s push for action on a bipartisan criminal justice bill Categories: National, US & World News
44 former senators warn of threats to democracy as Mueller probe nears conclusion
Bipartisan group of former senators write op-ed warning the current Senate about threats to democracy ahead of conclusion of Robert Mueller’s investigation Categories: National, US & World News
Trump meets with “Chuck and Nancy” as shutdown deadline approaches — live updates
The president wants funding for his border wall — and he’s threatened to shut down the government over it Categories: National, US & World News
Instagram influencers add entrepreneur to their titles
These self-made celebrities are launching their own skincare, makeup, and subscription box services and creating competition for more traditional brands Categories: National, US & World News
Alabama mom blames 9-year-old daughter’s suicide on bullying
“That was my angel,” said the mother, Jasmine Adams Categories: National, US & World News
Google CEO testifies in House on privacy, political bias – live stream
Google CEO Sundar Pichai faces questions on transparency and accountability from the House Judiciary Committee Categories: National, US & World News
Suspected white supremacists attack black DJ at a tavern
Court papers identified the suspects as being affiliated with the Aryan Brotherhood Categories: National, US & World News
Protect yourself from gift card scams
The National Retail Federation says we are expected to spend more than $700 billion shopping for the holidays. For the 12th year in a row, gift cards remain the most popular items on wish lists. But a new warning from the Better Business Bureau says criminals are wiping gift cards clean before you have a chance to use them. USA…
Texts sent from Colorado mom’s cellphone days after she went missing
The family of a Colorado mother who vanished nearly three weeks ago is asking the public to help bring her home. Kelsey Berreth was last seen Thanksgiving Day at a supermarket with her 1-year-old daughter. She was reported missing 10 days later. Nikki Battiste reports. Categories: National, US & World News
Instagram influencers adding beauty entrepreneur to their titles
Americans spend an estimated $445 billion every year on beauty products. That number is expected to hit $750 billion by 2024. The popularity of internet influencers is forcing beauty brands to change their marketing strategy. Mireya Villarreal spoke to influencers who are creating their own products. Categories: National, US & World News
Forty-four former senators warn of threats to democracy as Mueller probe nears conclusion
Bipartisan group of former senators write op-ed warning the current Senate about threats to democracy ahead of conclusion of Robert Mueller’s investigation Categories: National, US & World News
Eye Opener at 8: Icy roads a major concern in the South
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
Judge who OK’d no jail time for alleged rapist allowed light sentences in similar cases
This is at least the third time Ralph Strother has approved probation for men accused of sexually assaulting Baylor students Categories: National, US & World News
Note to Self: Michelle Obama pens emotional letter on loss, love, and making history
Inspiring young people is a big theme of former first lady Michelle Obama’s memoir, “Becoming.” It’s the bestselling book of 2018. Mrs. Obama just revealed her book tour will make 21 more stops in North America and Europe in 2019. In our series, Note to Self, she advises her younger self as she leaves for college. Categories: National, US &…
Hertz adding biometric scanning to car-rental checkouts
It’s partnering with Clear to bring the technology to 40 U.S. locations, including major airports, in 2019 Categories: National, US & World News
Delta: Support animals no longer welcome on long flights
Starting Dec. 18, the airline is tightening its rules, citing problems the animals have often caused Categories: National, US & World News