The use of painkillers has skyrocketed in the U.S. in recent years, and the drugs are blamed for a growing number of overdoses and deaths. Dr. Mallika Marshall has the results of a new Consumer Reports investigation.
A water main that exploded, flooding the UCLA campus and areas of Westwood, will take much longer than expected to repair. Special fittings need to be made to connect new sections of pipe and crews will need to make the work area safe before making the repairs. Randy Paige reports.
Brendan Gleeson ("Harry Potter," "Edge of Tomorrow") and Kelly Reilly ("Sherlock Holmes," "Flight") are playing father and daughter in the new film "Calvary," co-starring Chris O'Dowd. Gleeson and Reilly sat down with CBS News' Ken Lombardi to discuss their new drama, which tackles the Catholic Church sex abuse scandal.
A Vermont company is letting customers eat pictures of themselves for breakfast. It produces custom-made toasters that can burn selfies into slices of bread. Gina Bullard from Vermont affiliate WCAX reports.
Sudanese officials accused Meriam Ibrahim of converting from Islam to Christianity, and sentenced the then pregnant woman to death. Sudanese protests and worldwide support helped bring Ibrahim to America safely. WBZ's Christina Hager reports.
With the outbreak of the Ebola virus in West Africa, new questions are being raised about the disease. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS This Morning" to separate facts from fiction.
Fourteen people are signed up to run the 3,100-mile race, which consists of laps around one Queens block. Vinita Nair reports on the race that's been an 18-year tradition.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
Drowning is the leading cause of accidental deaths among children four and under. J-Swim Band, an app that sends an alert to parents when their child is submerged in water for too long, could reduce the threat. Michelle Miller reports.
Coconut water is an acquired taste with quite an acquired following. It's now a $400 million-a-year business. New York Times reporter Michael Moss joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the booming business and reported health benefits of the popular drink.
Stars of the CBS series are holding out for a big raise, with some reportedly asking for $1 million per episode. Also, Lorde is on board for the next "Hunger Games" movie. Suzanne Marques has today's Eye on Entertainment.
The U.S. district attorney in Manhattan may file federal charges against New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for allegedly tampering with state corruption investigations. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss the investigation.
While McDonnell is charged with conspiracy and fraud for allegedly accepting inappropriate gifts while living in the governor's mansion, his marriage is also in the spotlight. Chip Reid reports.
Small plane crashes claim an average of eight lives a week, but year to year, the number of these accidents and fatalities have actually been decreasing. The problem is, they're not coming down fast enough to meet the Federal Aviation Administration's goals. Carter Evans reports.
Storm watches are in effect for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, poultry inspection regulations are changing. "CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
Jury selection resumed today in the murder trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer facing murder and manslaughter charges for the death of George Floyd. Associated Press reporter Amy Forliti joined CBSN to discuss the latest developments in the case.
The American missionaries will be flying from Liberia to be treated at Atlanta's Emory University Hospital. Vicente Arenas reports on how the hospital is preparing as the Ebola virus is brought stateside.
On this week's "The Debrief with Major Garrett" podcast, Major discusses the ways COVID has reinforced our relationship with paper.
Nick Dietz compiles some of the week's best viral videos, including an ever-lasting ice cream sandwich, a talented truck driver and what might be the world's best pediatrician. Plus, 5-year-old Sadie weeps because she doesn't want her younger brother to age. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE
Police in Chicago are saying that Tony DeFrances, who attempted to kill his boss before turning his gun on himself, was despondent over a demotion. Arrowstream's CEO Steven Lavoie is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Dean Reynolds reports from Chicago.
After months of denials, CIA director John Brennan admitted Thursday that the agency was surveilling the computers of the Senate's intelligence committee. Nancy Cordes reports from Washington.
At least 25 people were killed after underground gas lines exploded in Taiwan. Ben Tracy reports.
The newest 72-hour cease-fire efforts in Gaza ended in more violence. Margaret Brennan reports from the State Department in Washington.
With the looming arrival of the first Ebola patient in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now trying to calm fears that the disease will spread in the States. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to examine how the virus will be contained and treated.
Only two hours into the truce, Palestinian officials say Israel attacked Gaza, killing at least 27 people. Israel's prime minister says Hamas militants fired first. Barry Petersen reports from Gaza City.
