Nature: Ancient trees
"Sunday Morning" takes us to the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest – trees that date back thousands of years – at Inyo National Forest in California's White Mountains. Videographer: Lee McEachern.
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News crew security guard dies after being shot during attempted robbery
Kevin Nishita was an armed guard for Star Protection Agency and provided security for television news crews who are often targeted by robbers for their equipment.
Pandemic may be fueling rise in retail thefts
A recent increase in organized thefts is hitting major retailers across several states, costing them thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise. CBS News Moneywatch reporter Megan Cerullo speaks with CBS News' Debra Alfarone about why some experts say the pandemic is contributing to the increase in these types of thefts.
String of brazen thefts in California continues at Los Angeles Nordstrom
There were no immediate arrests in the brazen theft at a Los Angeles Nordstrom Wednesday night.
Southern California under fire warnings amid strong Santa Ana winds
Residents are encouraged to take caution with activities that could begin fires.
Investigation into Trump Organization property valuations
The New York attorney general and Manhattan district attorney are looking into whether the Trump Organization broke the law by providing lower valuations of its properties to tax officers and higher estimates to potential lenders, according to The Washington Post. Jonathan O'Connell, a business reporter for The Washington Post, co-authored that report and joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Smash-and-grab thieves target Bay Area stores
Looters targeting Bay Area businesses struck again over the weekend, with smash-and-grab thieves hitting the Southland Mall in Hayward, California, and suspects taking merchandise from a Lululemon store in San Jose. It was the third day in a row that large mobs of robbers went after retailers in the region. CBS San Francisco's Justin Andrews reports.
Mobs of looters target Bay Area retailers for third straight day
Dozens at a time hit stores in several cities. In one case, they briefly took over a jewelry store.
Coast Guard says no oil observed after sheen was reported near previous spill
The sheen was reported in the same area as the damaged pipeline that caused the Huntington Beach oil spill last month.
Why one city's vice mayor got a second gig waiting tables
The vice mayor of Folsom, California, came up with a novel solution to help solve a widespread staffing shortage.
Ex-criminal justice professor charged with "arson spree" near Dixie Fire
Gary Maynard allegedly started four wildfires that threatened to trap firefighters as they battled the massive Dixie Fire, prosecutors said.
Fugitive couple sentenced to prison over COVID fraud scheme
Richard Ayvazyan and his wife, Marietta Terabelian, remain at large after the FBI says they removed their electronic tracking bracelets in August.
COVID cases on the rise ahead of Thanksgiving
The CDC reports over 1 million children ages 5 to 11 have received the first dose of Pfizer's pediatric vaccine. This comes as several states and New York City begin expanding booster eligibility to all adults. Director of vaccine research at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Dr. Robert Frenck, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with a look at the day's pandemic news.
Analyzing the COVID pandemic 20 months in
COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are rising in several states across the country approximately 20 months into the pandemic. Additionally, three states have made booster shots available to all adults despite CDC officials recommending them for select groups only. CBSN's Lana Zak sits down with Jodie Guest, professor and vice chair in the epidemiology department at the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University, to discuss the latest COVID-19 developments and what to expect in the months and years to come.
Kaiser health care worker strike averted as tentative deal is reached
Kaiser Permanente and the Alliance of Health Care Unions said they reached a tentative agreement.
COVID booster shots allowed for all adults in California, Colorado, New Mexico
The three states have some of the nation's highest rates of new infections.
60 Minutes reports on the supply chain crisis
Sunday, Bill Whitaker reports on the epic logjam that's overwhelming Southern California's two busiest ports.
California nurse accused of walking away from dying inmate
Danalee Pascua faces up to four years in prison if convicted of the charge stemming from the 2019 death of Elisa Serna.
California town wants federal help with lingering stench
One resident said the smell is so bad that they wear a face mask while inside of their own home.
Program provides tents for homeless veterans
There are thousands of homeless veterans across the country. Many live in illegal encampments. Now, there's a new push in Los Angeles to get them housing. CBS Los Angeles' Joy Benedict has more.
Dog chases mountain lion in home's backyard to protect his family
Rocky, a pit bull, is seen on surveillance video chasing the large cat up a hill behind the house into the woods. He suffered eight puncture wounds needing 30 stitches, but his family says he's a hero.
Football is form of therapy in fire-ravaged West
A high school football team found refuge in the sport after California's River Fire displaced players. Jonathan Vigliotti shares more.
Human remains found in California desert confirmed to be Lauren Cho
Cho disappeared during a cross-country trip in June.
California's unemployment fraud climbs to $20 billion
California has paid at least $20 billion dollars in fraudulent unemployment benefits since the start of the pandemic. Adam Beam, a California reporter for the Associated Press, joins Lana Zak on CBSN to discuss.
Police use Twitter for help with a cold case
Linda O'Keefe was murdered in 1973 while the 11-year-old girl was on her way home from school. After decades of trying to solve the case, one California police department turned to an unusual tactic — telling her story in her own voice on Twitter. CBS News correspondent Tracy Smith joins CBSN to share her reporting.
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Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Timeline of the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk
Timeline of the deadly shooting of Charlie Kirk, according to information gathered by the CBS News Confirmed team.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
British ambassador to U.S. fired over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein
Britain's Ambassador to the U.S., Peter Mandelson, has been fired by Prime Minister Keir Starmer over "the depth and extent" of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Hyundai CEO says immigration raid will delay battery plant's construction
Construction will be delayed by up to three months as the plant now grapples with shortage of workers.
Nadine Menendez sentenced to more than 4 years in bribery case
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
Social Security COLA could increase 2.7% in 2026, new estimate shows
A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.
Map shows West Nile virus cases as officials warn season isn't over
Health officials are warning the West Nile virus season isn't over yet. Here's where the mosquito-borne illness has been spreading.