8/26: Evening News
The FDA took an extraordinary step Friday, ordering all U.S. blood banks to begin screening for Zika; Ernie Andrus is 93 years old and just finished a three-year run across the country.
Mississippi
Nuns murdered
The murders of Sister Paula Merrill and Sister Margaret Held stunned the town of Durant, Mississippi. Both worked as nurse practitioners helping the poor and investigators are working every angle to find their killer. Omar Villafranca reports.
Two nuns murdered
A manhunt is underway after the brutal murder of two nuns in Mississippi. CBSN's Reena Nina and Tony Dokoupil have the latest.
Trump in Mississippi
Donald Trump said Hillary Clinton is a, "bigot who sees people of color only as votes, not as human beings worthy of a better future," while speaking at a rally in Jackson, Mississippi Wednesday. Trump also had Nigel Farage join him on stage. Farage was the architect of the "Brexit" movement and Trump has said he will be called "Mr. Brexit" after the election because of his long odds. See Trump's full remarks.
8/24: Evening News
Tornadoes touched down Wednesday in central Indiana and authorities there are just beginning to assess the damage; a group of Muslim-Americans have sponsored a blunt billboard in Chicago denouncing ISIS
Racism in car death charges?
So far this year, at least 27 children have died after being left in hot cars. About half the time, parents or guardians face criminal charges, but two cases in Mississippi are showing that race may play a role in who actually gets prosecuted. Mark Strassmann has more.
LA flooding latest
Over 20,000 people have been rescued in Louisiana, after over two feet of rain drenched a large part of the state. CBS News' Omar Villafranca explains how people are coping with the tragic flooding.
"Mississippi Burning" investigation closes after decades
After more than 50 years, investigators have closed the "Mississippi Burning" case of three civil rights workers who were murdered in Mississippi. Bill Plante has more on the closing of the case, for a crime he covered for CBS News more than half a century ago.
This week marks 62 years since the U.S. Supreme court outlawed segregation in public schools
This week marks 62 years since the U.S. Supreme court outlawed segregation in public schools. But a recent study ordered by the U.S. government discovered the percentage of schools comprised of mostly black or Hispanic students has more than doubled since 2000. Michelle Miller reports from a school district in the Deep South that's been ordered to integrate
A court order to integrate schools in Cleveland, Mississippi, was announced a day before the anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education
A court order to integrate schools in Cleveland, Mississippi, was announced Monday, a day before the anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education. While Cleveland School District officials contend they have made big strides since they were first ordered to desegregate back in 1969, the federal judge ruled that wasn't enough. Michelle Miller reports on the divided town.
During a town hall that was part of President Obama's trip to the U.K., a person announced they were "non-binary," not identifying as male or female
During a town hall that was part of President Obama's trip to the U.K., a person announced they were "non-binary," not identifying as male or female. The unscripted moment came amid questions from the British LGBT community about controversial so-called "religious freedom" laws that were recently adopted in North Carolina and Mississippi. Margaret Brennan has more.
Executives from GE, Pepsi, Levi Strauss and other companies sent a letter Wednesday to Gov. Phil Bryant
Mississippi faces a major corporate backlash over its so-called “religious freedom law." Executives from GE, Pepsi, Levi Strauss and other companies sent a letter Wednesday to Gov. Phil Bryant, condemning the new law as discriminatory. Mississippi joins North Carolina in allowing businesses to deny service to LGBT people. Georgia’s governor last week vetoed a similar bill. Mark Strassmann reports.
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant signed into law a new "religious freedom" bill on Tuesday
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant signed into law a new "religious freedom" bill on Tuesday. Mark Stern covers the law and LGBT issues for "Slate" and joins CBSN with more on the controversial bill.
A series of tornadoes swept through the South, leaving a path of destruction in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama
A series of tornadoes swept through the South, leaving a path of destruction in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud shows us the devastating damage in New Hope, Mississippi.
Donald Trump extended his primary lead with wins in Michigan and Mississippi and Hawaii, prompting considerable worry among his opponents
Donald Trump extended his primary lead with wins in Michigan and Mississippi and Hawaii, prompting considerable worry among his opponents. CBS News Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett and senior political editor Steve Chaggaris have political analysis for CBSN.
Donald Trump called for the Republican party to come together after winning three of four contests Tuesday night, including landslide wins in Mississippi and Michigan
Donald Trump called for the Republican party to come together after winning three of four contests Tuesday night, including landslide wins in Mississippi and Michigan. Ted Cruz, Marco Rubio and John Kasich don't appear ready to concede to Trump just yet. Major Garrett reports.
After winning the Michigan and Mississippi primaries, is the coast clear for Donald Trump or can Ted Cruz reverse his momentum?
After winning the Michigan and Mississippi primaries, is the coast clear for Donald Trump or can Ted Cruz reverse his momentum? CBSN Political Contributor Rick Davis, CBS News Senior Political Editor Steve Chaggaris, Citizen United President David Bossie and Democratic Strategist Jessica Tarlov discuss tonight results.
Despite a week of incessant attacks by rival candidates and the Republican establishment, Donald Trump strengthened his status as the GOP front-runner with primary wins in both Michigan and Mississippi
Despite a week of incessant attacks by rival candidates and the Republican establishment, Donald Trump strengthened his status as the GOP front-runner with primary wins in both Michigan and Mississippi. He addressed supporters in Jupiter, Florida, praising those who cast votes for him for not listening to his distracters.
"Face the Nation" anchor John Dickerson discusses Tuesday's primary results and what they mean moving forward
"Face the Nation" anchor John Dickerson discusses Tuesday's primary results and what they mean moving forward.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the March 8, 2016 edition
Donald Trump wins both the Michigan and Mississippi primaries, despite this week's GOP effort to get voters turn away from him; The World Health Organization warned pregnant women not to visit the 30 or so countries affected by the Zika virus.
Hillary Clinton wins the Mississippi primary by a large margin, but the Michigan primary is too close to call
Hillary Clinton wins the Mississippi primary by a large margin, but the Michigan primary is too close to call. Nancy Cordes reports from Cleveland, Ohio, site of Clinton's victory speech.
The suspect accused of murdering a woman and dumping her body at a "haunted hospital" in Mississippi has escaped from jail
The suspect accused of murdering a woman and dumping her body at a "haunted hospital" in Mississippi has escaped from jail. Police say the inmate cornered a jail employee and took his clothes. "48 Hours" Crimesider's Graham Kates joins CBSN with more on the investigation.
A severe storm system has wreaked havoc on parts of the South, impacting millions in its way
A severe storm system has wreaked havoc on parts of the South, impacting millions in its way. Dozens of twisters have damaged homes in Mississippi and Louisiana as the severe weather moves east. At least three people are dead. With more, CBS News' David Begnaud joins CBSN from Louisiana.
We celebrate love in any number of ways
We celebrate love in any number of ways. Steve Hartman travels to Starkville, Mississippi, where retired mail carrier Charles Evans has built a museum devoted to love.
Tornadoes have touched down in the South, with homes destroyed in Mississippi and Alabama
Tornadoes have touched down in the South, with homes destroyed in Mississippi and Alabama. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joins CBSN with more details on the destruction.
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Senate talks over ending shutdown continue after Democrats' election wins
Bipartisan Senate talks aimed at ending the government shutdown continued as both parties grappled with the fallout from Tuesday's elections. Follow live updates here.
Here's what CBS News exit polls told us about the 2025 elections
Exit polls in the 2025 races in New Jersey, Virginia, New York City and California showed Trump and the economy were on the minds of voters.
Supreme Court justices seem skeptical of Trump's sweeping tariffs
The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.
Moderate Democrat Jared Golden won't seek reelection in key midterm race
Democratic Rep. Jared Golden of Maine will not run for reelection next year, he announced Wednesday, a move that could complicate Democrats' efforts to win a House majority.
Mamdani's election draws celebration, pride and anger around the world
Mayor-elect Mamdani's win in New York is cheered by his London counterpart and a former mentor in Uganda, but draws a warning from Israel's U.S. ambassador.
Judge in Comey case admonishes DOJ for "indict first, investigate second"
Magistrate Judge William Fitzpatrick said Wednesday that he was concerned by the Justice Department's "highly unusual" handling of the case by moving to "indict first, investigate second."
UPS plane crashes near Louisville airport, killing 9; black boxes found
The number of fatalities may increase after a UPS plane crashed Tuesday near the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said.
Man arrested after groping Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on street
Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum says the harassment she suffered from a drunk man near the government seat is an assault on all women.
Election Day 2025 results: Democrats sweep major races
Candidates from different wings of the Democratic Party won key races on Election Day 2025 in the biggest test since President Trump's victory last year.