Study: U.S. pot use doubled in the last decade
A new study says marijuana use and pot disorders are on the rise nationwide over the last decade. Dr. Wilson Compton from the National Institute on Drug Abuse discussed the trend with CBSN.
A new study says marijuana use and pot disorders are on the rise nationwide over the last decade. Dr. Wilson Compton from the National Institute on Drug Abuse discussed the trend with CBSN.
In a first for a major economy, China has created its own form of digital currency. Some economists say this will boost the yuan's global presence and also potentially weaken the dollar. Emily Parker, managing director at Coindesk, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with a closer look at the potential impact.
Vice President Joe Biden said he will not seek the the Democratic party's nomination for president; Julia, a new character on Sesame Street, lives with autism
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced comedian Chris Rock will host the 88th Oscars. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has more on the announcement.
Russian President Vladimir Putin summoned Syria's dictator Bashar al-Assad to Moscow to discuss the Syrian civil war. It is the first time Assad has left his country since the outbreak of the war more than four years ago. Mark Phillips reports.
Julia, a new character on Sesame Street, lives with autism. Since nearly six in 10 autistic kids say they have been bullied, the show's producers are trying to foster compassion through familiarity. Jim Axelrod has the story.
Financial planners are saying that four in 10 baby boomers have no retirement savings at all and nearly 70% have no pension plans. Anthony Mason has more on how many boomers are forced to continue working instead of enjoying retirement.
In the past decade heroin use has more than doubled amongst young adults. CBS News' Anna Werner spent time with a woman fighting to keep clean.
A study released Wednesday by the World Health Organization said long term exposure to radiation, even low levels, can dramatically increase the risk of getting cancer. Vinita Nair has the story on dozens of sites where low radiation levels have led to spikes in cancer.
Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan has agreed to run for speaker of the House -- if he has backing from all factions. Nancy Cordes reports on Ryan's conditions.
Vice President Joe Biden said he will not seek the the Democratic party's nomination for president. Speaking from the White House Rose Garden, he said he "will not be silent" on issues of the day and outlined a platform for Democrats. Major Garrett reports.
CBS News political director John Dickerson talks with Scott Pelley about what Joe Biden's decision not to run for president means for the candidates on the campaign trail.
When a young U.S. Army combat medic goes missing, a bounty hunter takes on his biggest case ever. "48 Hours"' Troy Roberts investigates Saturday, July 30 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
Applebee's officials are apologizing after finding out an autistic employee in Rhode Island went unpaid for almost a year. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Jill Wagner have more details.
A new study says eating more fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fish could help reduce the loss of brain cells as we age. CBS News' Danielle Nottingham reports.
Democratic primary candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders responds to VP Biden's decision not to run for president. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers covered his remarks.
Lyft is offering free rides around New York City in a DeLorean to celebrate "Back to the Future" day. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and CNET Senior Editor Jeff Bakalar hopped inside for a test drive to show us how accurate the replica was to the real thing.
Why was the sports almanac from "Back to the Future" so thin? Why didn't Biff disappear after changing his past? In celebrating "Back to the Future" day, the film's co-writer Bob Gale and film score composer Alan Silvestri answer burning plot questions from CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and CNET Senior Editor Jeff Bakalar.
All new: When a young U.S. Army combat medic goes missing, a bounty hunter takes on his biggest case ever. "48 Hours" correspondent Troy Roberts investigates Saturday, Oct. 24 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
Vice President Joe Biden, who has been considering running for the Democratic presidential nomination, announced that he will not be running for president. Biden talks about the Obama legacy, the middle class, and his intentions for the next 15 months. Major Garrett reports.
Vice President Joe Biden announced that he would not be seeking the presidency. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris, Congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett join CBSN to discuss.
A seafood restaurant in San Jose, California, has been shut down by the health department after at least 80 people got sick from an outbreak of Shigella bacteria. KPIX-TV's Devin Fehely reports.
"I believe we're out of time -- the time necessary to mount a winning campaign," the vice president said from the White House Rose Garden with his wife Jill Biden and President Obama by his side.
Today is the day to which Marty McFly time-traveled in 'Back to the Future Part II'. Screenwriter Bob Gale, Composer Alan Silvestri and CNET senior editor Jeff Bakalar join CBSN in the present to discuss the film's predictions.
A husband and wife in Boston have both battled breast cancer and are working to raise awareness that anyone could be at risk. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.