Federal Reserve officials sounded a more hawkish tone in their latest monetary policy update, suggesting they think the U.S. economy will soon be ready to stand on its own. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Anthony Mirhaydari explains.
Crews in Scott County, Kentucky spent hours overnight working to rescue a boater who was close to going over a dam. Firefighters say the creek was up from rain over the past few days, and at one point, crews almost went over the dam when they tried to rescue the boat. WKYT-TV's Whitney Wetzel reports.
Concerns are growing about the spread of the deadly Ebola virus and whether it could reach the U.S. Stephan Monroe, deputy director of the CDC's National Center for Emerging & Zoonotic Infectious Diseases, says the outbreak that's already killed hundreds in West Africa is a long way from over.
Faced with severe drought conditions, the Pasadena City Council has declared a local water emergency. Officials are calling for fines of up to $500 per violation for residential customers and up to $1,000 per violation for commercial accounts. KCBS-TV's Louisa Hodge reports.
Blanca Ramirez, 12, hopes to break a world record and become the youngest female to run seven marathons on seven continents. She is running to benefit the charity Operation Smile, a nonprofit organization that provides free surgeries to repair cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities for children. Stephanie Simmons of KCAL-TV reports.
First Lady Michelle Obama speaks at the Summit for Young African Leaders, encouraging advocates to focus on girls' education around the world.
A ferry carrying hundreds of passengers on the Washington State route from Seattle to Bainbridge Island lost power on Tuesday -- turning what is normally a 35-minute trip into a more than two-hour journey. Graham Johnson from KIRO-TV reports.
Experts at Texas A&M Galveston have been tracking large amounts of seaweed floating in the Gulf. Although the situation is ideal for fish, birds, and turtles, tourists aren't happy. KHOU's Doug Miller reports.
During an event in Kansas City, President Obama urged Congress to “stop being mad all the time” and instead funnel energy into passing legislation.
A 14-year-old girl from California called police from her closet last week after hearing intruders enter her home. The dispatcher was able to lead officers to the alleged intruders and help police find the girl when it was safe.
A Connecticut father had to take matters in his own hands when his wife started going into labor. He delivered the baby on his own after the hospital sent them home with the understanding that his wife wasn't ready to deliver.
Six-year-old Alex Pring was born without an arm, but now thanks to some students at the University of Central Florida, Alex has a brand new "bionic" arm. Loren Korn from WKMG-TV reports.
More than two decades after publishing her first novel, Diana Gabaldon's bestselling "Outlander" series is making it to the small screen. She joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts with the stars of the TV series, Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe.
A popular pool playmate in Oklahoma may surprise you. An exotic animal sanctuary is letting the public take a swim with alligators.
A fight broke out between a mother and son in Piqua, Ohio. Witnesses watched as the mother refused her son a ride, and drove off while he held on to the roof of the car. Mike Campbell reports.
A pastor and his wife lost their 27-year-old daughter to liver cancer. Now, the father is responsible for paying back a huge student loan. KCBS' Tom Wait reports.
The late Chris Kyle was sued by Ventura for claiming the former Minnesota governor spoke out against U.S. soldiers, resulting in a bar fight. Charlie Rose reports.
President Obama stopped by a barbecue restaurant in Kansas City, Missouri to dine with some Americans who sent him letters.
River otters were hitting the water slides to beat the summer heat wave on Wednesday at Ichikawa City's Zoological and Botanical Garden in Japan
A new report highlights some of the most fattening and caloric foods served at restaurants. The "Monster Meal" from Red Robin is among the worst offenders. Gayle King reports.
The plastics industry creates 1.8 trillion pounds of carbon emissions every year, but now Newlight Technologies has figured out a way to take pollution and turn it into plastic that you can hold in your hand. Ben Tracy reports.
Kahn has been called a hero in the fight against the deadly Ebola virus. He contracted Ebola while treating infected patients in Sierra Leone. The current outbreak in West Africa is the worst in history. Charlie Rose reports.
The show "Die Trying" on National Geographic features dangerous challenges faced by nature professionals. Shark specialist Dr. Taylor Chapple joins the "CBS This Morning co-hosts to discuss what the data gathered from their expedition reveals about sharks' behavior.
More than half of teenage girls say they have recently tried to lose weight, but pediatrician and obesity specialist Dr. Dyan Hes joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to talk about what health issues this may lead to in adult life.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.