Inmates from Polk County Jail are uprooting the marijuana crop in Goodrich, Texas, 70 miles outside of Houston. Once finished, the total haul could top 100,000 plants. Tim Wetzel of CBS affiliate KHOU reports.
New York's Democratic Governor Andrew Cuomo continues to refuse calls to step down amid sexual harassment allegations, and he is maintaining some public support. According to the latest Quinnipiac University poll, 49% of New York voters think Cuomo should not resign, while 43% think he should. CBS News' Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins "CBSN AM" to discuss.
Investigators are trying to determine if mechanical problems lead to the plane crash that killed a man and critically injured his daughter in Venice, Florida. Vincente Arenas reports.
A new study suggests Americans under shelter-in-place orders gained approximately 1.5 lb of weight gain every month. Researchers reported Americans who kept up their lockdown habits could easily have gained about 20 pounds over the course of a year.
A surfer remains in critical condition after a massive lightning bolt struck Venice Beach Sunday, killing one man and injuring 12 others. Charlie Rose reports.
Families are mourning the loss of loved ones after a gunman opened fire at a Colorado grocery store yesterday afternoon, killing 10 people, including a police officer. KCNC reporter Makenzie O'Keefe joins "CBSN AM" from Boulder, where the shooting took place, to discuss the incident and gun violence in the state.
Facilities housing migrant children have been told to expedite the release of some kids who have a parent or guardian willing to care for them in the United States. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez joins "CBSN AM" from Juarez, Mexico with the latest on how the administration is handling the surge of migrants at the border.
The Washington Post says a third of American consumers are in debt. Also, the NFL defends it's two-day suspension of Ray Rice after a violent incident with his fiancee. "CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
The recent deadly mass shootings in Boulder, Colorado and Atlanta, Georgia have reignited the debate over gun laws. President Biden is facing mounting pressure to pursue tougher measures as the Senate Judiciary Committee holds a hearing on gun violence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to take us through the latest.
Nearly 700 people have died in an Ebola outbreak in West Africa. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss whether it could affect the U.S.
The Federal Aviation Administration says Southwest put planes in the skies that were not FAA approved, and the company now faces the second largest proposed fine to date for an airline. Jeff Pegues reports from Washington Dulles International Airport.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned his country to be ready for what he called a "prolonged war," while Gaza residents said they got phone calls from Israel's military, warning them the worst is yet to come. Barry Petersen reports from Gaza City.
The Obama administration is alleging that Russia violated a 1987 Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces Treaty by testing ground-launched missiles. This is the first instance the U.S. has made a formal complaint over a weapons treaty with Russia. Bill Plante reports from the White House.
A boat on a three-hour whale watching tour got stranded off the coast of Massachusetts and had to spend the night at sea. Vinita Nair reports.
The American Federation of Teachers is responding to the CDC's new recommendations, cutting social distancing from 6 feet to 3 feet for most students.
The Federal Aviation Administration says Southwest failed to make repairs on some of its Boeing 737 jets and will pay $12 million in fines. Also, a new study says one out of three Americans is in debt. Jill Wagner reports on the day's top MoneyWatch headlines.
Researchers found adults who ran consistently, even just for a few minutes, lowered their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. Plus, a new study finds children with special needs benefit from peers with strong language skills. Marlie Hall has some of your day’s top health stories.
Dr. Robert Glatter, Emergency Physician at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, fills us in on the Ebola virus risk to the American population.
Ron Prosor, Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, sits down with CBS News' Pamela Falk to discuss the scope of Hamas' tunnels, its alleged use of civilian shields, and its resistance to acknowledging a Jewish state.
Extreme weather conditions continued to pop up across the country, as the Boston-area saw its first tornado since record keeping began in 1950; and, The experience of the dinosaurs shows us "that groups that have been dominant for millions and millions of years can suddenly disappear when times go bad," says the author of a new study
The record-setting $2 billion sale of the Los Angeles Clippers to former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is no longer just on paper. The judge hearing arguments in the court case between Donald and Shelly Sterling has ordered the sale of the team to move forward. Lee Cowan reports.
As U.S. raises concerns over AstraZeneca's data reporting, drug company says preliminary info was "consistent with the interim analysis," but full review coming within 2 days.
The experience of the dinosaurs shows us “that groups that have been dominant for millions and millions of years can suddenly disappear when times go bad,” says the author of a new study. The study claims that a colossal case of bad luck and bad timing is what ultimately lead to their downfall. Dean Reynolds reports.
The FBI has arrested a Texas man in connection with hundreds of white powder hoax letters sent to schools, businesses and government offices. Nobody was hurt by any of the mailings, but first responders spent thousands of man-hours and likely millions of dollars reacting to the potential threats. Bob Orr reports.
AppHarvest's first greenhouse is the size of 58 football fields. It claims it grows 30 times more produce than a typical outdoor farm and uses 90% less water. Ben Tracy reports.