Justin Kuhel, a former Marine, is walking from North Carolina to California to raise awareness and money for veterans charities. KFDA TV caught up with him in Amarillo, Texas, in the middle of his journey.
A campaign to receive the Medal of Honor has begun on behalf of a Vietnam War veteran who threw his body on a live grenade to shield his comrades during the war. Rich Newburg reports.
Recycled furniture in Houston, Texas is being built from condemned building materials. The New Living furniture shop prides itself on being "modern-day trash collectors." KHOU's Lauren Talarico reports.
During an interview with 60 Minutes Australia, a couple denies they abandoned their son after learning he was born with Down Syndrome. In this compelling interview, the child's father also opens up about his history with pedophilia and whether his past will affect his parenting. 60 Minutes Australia correspondent Tara Brown reports.
A boy in Hesperia, California was taught a lesson after his mother found out he'd been breaking into cars. She posted a public apology on Facebook. KCBS's Crystal Cruz reports.
In the 1950s, girls were not allowed to play in Little League Baseball. But when Kay Masser was 12 years old, she made her local team disguised as a boy and called herself Tubby. Rob McAllister of KOVR TV in California has the story.
Police in Weatherford, Texas are on the hunt for arsonists suspected of burning American flags in the front yards and driveways of area homes. CBS affiliate KTVT has the story.
A grandmother in Columbus, Ohio thought it would be a funny joke, but a photo of her granddaughter with a pacifier duct-taped to her mouth sparked outrage on social media. WBNS's Franklin Freytag reports.
After agreeing to a U.S.-brokered deal with rival presidential candidate Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai to form a unity government and avert a political crisis in Afghanistan, Abdullah Abdullah tells CBS News his nation still needs America's support to overcome some serious challenges.
Columbia University's psychiatry chairman Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss effects of the comedic legend's battles with depression, drugs and alcohol.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
New concerns are being raised about the health hazards of triclosan. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" from Los Angeles to discuss the risks.
Tralona Bartkowiak and Kevin Mahoney were among the 10 people killed Monday in a mass shooting at a supermarket in Boulder, Colorado. Both of them had ties to California. CBS Los Angeles' Jeff Nguyen reports.
The "ALS ice bucket challenge" now includes an American political dynasty, as the Kennedy family, including 86-year-old Ethel, dumped buckets of ice water over their heads. The challenge's participants are helping to raise money to fight ALS, or "Lou Gehrig's Disease." Jane Pauley reports.
Robin Williams came by "CBS This Morning" last year and made everyone laugh. The co-hosts look back on the appearance and their favorite memories of his career.
Investigators continue searching for clues after NASCAR champ Tony Stewart ran over 20-year-old Kevin Ward Jr., who got out of his sprint car after crashing and walked onto the dirt track where Stewart and others went zooming by. Don Dahler reports.
Despite his ability to make fans laugh, Robin Williams battled addiction and depression. Nancy O'Dell, host of "Entertainment Tonight," reports on the actor's legacy and his on-going internal struggle.
Investigation is ongoing regarding the death of a woman used as a human shield between suspects and police. Also, the FDA approves a DNA test for colon cancer. "CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
A rainbow-colored Pride lifeguard station was burned down early Tuesday in Long Beach, California. An investigation is underway into the suspicious fire. The city's mayor said there's little doubt the incident was an act of hate. CBS Los Angeles' Michele Gile reports.
Thousands of people are trapped in western Iraq, and the U.S. is supplying humanitarian aid and weapons to forces fighting the militants. The UN says the militant offensive has displaced more than 1.2 million people. Holly Williams reports from Erbil, Iraq.
A political showdown is brewing as Iraq's president named a new prime minister to replace Nouri al-Maliki. Al-Maliki calls the move a violation of the constitution, but President Obama supports the action. Major Garrett reports.
The first European victim of the Ebola outbreak died in Madrid after being evacuated out of Liberia last week. He was a 75-year-old Spanish missionary priest. Charlie Rose reports.
New York laid the red carpet for the world premiere of "The Giver," one of the summer's biggest movie events, which stars Jeff Bridges and Meryl Streep. Also, Sylvester Stallone joined the rest of the cast for the LA premiere of "The Expendables 3," another film opening this weekend. Suzanne Marques has today's Eye on Entertainment.
Robin Williams was a frequent guest on Charlie Rose's PBS interview program. In a 2009 appearance, Williams discussed how he used comedy to face difficulties in his life.
Many fans and friends are remembering Robin Williams and his 40-year career this morning with tears. The 63-year-old performer was found dead in his home on Tuesday, and police say it appears he killed himself. John Blackstone reports.
