7 governors sign letter backing Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
Earlier this month, 18 U.S. House Republicans formally nominated Trump, who’s preparing for a historic summit with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un.
Archives: 2018
Report: W.H., EPA sought to block water pollution study
The White House and the Environmental Protection Agency under Scott Pruitt sought earlier this year to stop the publication of a study on toxic chemicals that have contaminated water nationwide, Politico reported Monday, citing emails that were recently disclosed. The effort to block publication came after a Trump administration aide warned the study would spark a “potential public relations nightmare.” “The…
Officials warn gas released by volcano poses immediate danger
PAHOA, Hawaii — Officials on Hawaii’s Big Island said some vents formed by the erupting Kilauea volcano are releasing such high levels of sulfur dioxide that the gas poses an immediate danger to anyone nearby. Hawaii County’s Civil Defense agency said Monday the gas may cause choking. It also said people may be unable to breathe if exposed. The county…
Cops: Girl missing after sister found stabbed in burning home
Hafsa Hayle (left) and Taheerah Ahmad Tulsa Police Department TULSA, Okla. — Police in Oklahoma are searching for a woman who they say bound and gagged her three daughters, stabbed the eldest repeatedly, and set their house on fire. A 7-year-old girl is missing along with the mother, identified by Tulsa police as 39-year-old Taheerah Ahmad. Tulsa Police Officer Jeanne…
Son of cop killed on duty gets police escort to school
For Dakota, this very tough day was made a little easier by the love an support from his “blue family.”
Sources: Slain teacher was victim of info leak concerning ex-student
ALIQUIPPA, Pa. — The death of a young woman, who was gunned down overnight in her family’s driveway in Aliquippa, Beaver County, has been ruled a homicide. CBS Pittsburgh reports that after returning home late Sunday night from an ice cream shop, Rachael DelTondo stepped on to the driveway of her mother’s Buchanan Street home and into a hail of…
Romaine lettuce farmers frustrated by FDA response to E. coli outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told “CBS This Morning” that the risk of new E. coli infections from tainted romaine lettuce is low, but the number of cases will rise. That’s because the CDC says older infections will likely be linked to the same strain of bacteria originating in Arizona. So far, 149 people in 29 states have…
Officials release 911 calls, photo of bear suspected of attacking girl
In this photograph provided by the Colorado Department of Parks and Wildlife, the paw of a bear believed to have mauled a young child is examined after being shot and killed Monday, May 14, 2018, in Grand Junction, Colo. Colorado Parks and Wildlife / AP DENVER — A 5-year-old Colorado girl attacked by a black bear outside her home over…
Air Force base psychologist accused of sex abuse, rape
An aerial view shows the entrance to Travis Air Force Base, northeast of Sacramento, California. CBS Sacramento A psychologist contracted to help trauma victims at Travis Air Force Base in California left his patients “even more traumatized” by his own alleged sexual attacks, prosecutors say. CBS Sacramento reported Monday that Dr. Heath Sommer was arrested earlier in May and entered not…
Wet and Humid Pattern Emerges.
TODAY: Partly cloudy and hot, with highs in the low 90s and heat index values in the mid to upper 90s. Isolated to widely scattered afternoon showers and storms. Chance of rain around 20%. A heavy downpour with breezy winds can’t be ruled out. An isolated storm may continue overnight. Lows in the mid 60s. WED/THU/FRI: Highs in the upper 80s….
Tesla driver says she slammed into fire truck on Autopilot
A photo released by the South Jordan Police Department shows a traffic collision involving a Tesla Model S sedan with a Fire Department mechanic truck stopped at a red light in South Jordan, Utah, May 11, 2018. AP/Handout SALT LAKE CITY — The driver of a Tesla electric car had the vehicle’s semi-autonomous Autopilot mode engaged when she slammed into…
Man free after years in prison for murder he didn’t commit
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — A Missouri man walked free from prison on Monday after serving nearly 18 years behind bars for a murder he didn’t commit. David Robinson of Sikeston was released Monday night from the Jefferson City Correctional Center, hours after Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley recommended that charges against him be dismissed. Robinson had been behind bars since…
Black woman accuses Brooklyn vintage store of racial profiling
This image shows Amarcord Vintage Fashion in New York City’s Williamsburg neighborhood Mon., May 14, 2018. Namisha Rakheja for CBS News NEW YORK — A black lawyer has accused a vintage clothing store in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, of racial profiling after an employee accused her of shoplifting. Nancy Bedard said she was wrongfully accused by white employees at Amarcord Vintage Fashion…
Group marches for suspect who died after struggle with sheriff’s deputies
NEW ORLEANS — More than 100 people have been marching in a New Orleans suburb in remembrance of a 22-year-old man whose death after a struggle with sheriff’s deputies has been classified as a homicide. Four agents have been placed on desk duty as the investigation continues, reports CBS affiliate WWL-TV of New Orleans, Louisiana. Monday night’s march happened after…
Small earthquake rattles California; no damage reported
A look at where a quake struck in Oakland, California, on evening of Mon., May 14, 2018. USGS A magnitude 3.5 earthquake shook buildings in Oakland, California, Monday night, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The Reuters news agency reports that were no immediate signs of damage or injury. USGS says the quake hit about 1.8 miles east-northeast…
More People Taking Advantage of Summer Feeding Program
Fear sets in for some when the cafeteria closes
Stormy Daniels’ lawyer opens up about releasing Cohen’s info
LOS ANGELES — Porn actress Stormy Daniels’ lawyer said Monday he did nothing wrong by distributing a report last week that detailed the finances of the president’s personal attorney and showed he had charged companies a hefty price for “insight” about Mr. Trump. Michael Avenatti said in court papers filed in federal court in New York that he had a…
“Squealing” puppy saved from hot car in Florida parking lot
Deputy Sheriff Matheny and Deputy Sheriff Trainee Waters broke into a car’s window and rescued a puppy who was inside a overheated vehicle. Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Florida deputies broke a car’s window to save a puppy who was left inside the vehicle. Escambia County Sheriff’s Department later arrested the dog’s owner. In a Facebook post, police said they responded…
Seattle approves tax on Amazon, Starbucks to fight homelessness
SEATTLE — After weeks of tense and raucous meetings, the Seattle City Council has approved a tax on the city’s large businesses such as Amazon and Starbucks to raise money to fight homelessness. The council on Monday unanimously backed a compromise tax plan that will charge large businesses about $275 per full-time worker a year. It’s lower than the $500-per-worker…
Former Kossuth coach now facing federal sex charge
The federal case is a one count of Attempting to Use Minors in the Production of Sexually Explicit Content.
South Lamar Softball’s Watkins Signs With Shelton State
South Lamar softball’s Natalie Watkins signed to continue her career on the diamond at Shelton State Community College.
Starkville’s Evans Signs With Holmes CC Baseball
Starkville senior Jonathan Evans will continue his baseball career at Holmes Community College.
Remembering a legend and a Columbus native, Coach Billy Brewer
Before Brewer became known as the second winningest coach at Ole Miss, he made a name for himself in Columbus.
Starkville Utilities and MDEQ Work to Clean Sewage From Waterway
It seemed like any other routine maintenance check for the sewage lines in Starkville, until a funny smell filled the air.