Dale Earnhardt Jr. survives plane crash
One of the biggest names in auto racing, Dale Earnhardt Jr., was involved in a fiery plane crash while landing in Tennessee. His wife and their daughter were also on board. Omar Villafranca reports.
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Cop learns from cheerleaders
To celebrate a football victory, a Monterey, Tennessee, police officer decided to learn a cheer from these pint-sized cheerleaders — and while he didn't exactly get it down, it was adorable.
Gender neutral homecoming title given
Memphis high school student Brandon Allen recently accepted the gender neutral title of "Homecoming Royalty." Although the winner was criticized, the principal and superintendent defended the choice.
Teen accepts gender neutral homecoming title
A high school student from Memphis, Tennessee is gaining widespread attention after winning the school's homecoming crown. Brandon Allen accepted the title of "Homecoming Royalty" wearing a floor-length, glittering dress in the middle of the football field. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Cyntoia Brown-Long's message for others
Cyntoia Brown-Long is breaking her silence now that her new memoir is out. She says she was a victim of sex trafficking when she was arrested at age 16 for robbing and killing a man who she says picked her up for sex. She believed he was going to kill her. Brown-Long was sentenced to life in prison, but her sentence was commuted by Tennessee’s governor after she served 15 years. Vladimir Duthiers spoke to her Tuesday night about her message for others.
County official unleashes homophobic rant
A Tennessee county commissioner launched into a homophobic rant at a local meeting Monday night, claiming that a "queer running for president" is "about as ugly as you can get." His comments drew applause from some members of the audience, but other officials in Tennessee quickly moved to condemn the comments. WVLT-TV's Kyle Grainger reports.
Dads adopt 17-year-old foster son
Two dads from Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, adopted their 17-year-old foster son via a Zoom video chat. About 80 of their friends and family members viewed the virtual adoption hearing and celebration.
Tennessee considers law on trans athletes
A Tennessee state lawmaker is proposing a bill that would bar transgender student-athletes from playing on sports teams that don't match their birth gender. WTVF-TV's Kelsey Gibbs reports.
Police thwart prison escape plot in Tennessee
Law enforcement thwarted a massive prison escape plot in Tennessee. A longtime criminal justice advocate was arrested for allegedly hiding a stockpile of weapons inside an unopened detention center. Omar Villafranca reports.
Ex-prison guard says death row inmate shouldn’t be executed
A former prison guard says Nick Sutton, a death row inmate scheduled for execution in Tennessee, should be spared from the electric chair. WTVF’s Jason Lamb reports.
Bill aims to move up Tennessee primary
Two Tennessee lawmakers are pushing to move the state's presidential primary to be first in the nation in 2024. WLTX reports
At least 19 people killed in Tennessee tornadoes
Tornadoes ripped across Tennessee early Tuesday, shredding at least 40 buildings and killing at least 19 people. One of the twisters caused severe damage across downtown Nashville.
Why the Tennessee tornadoes were so damaging
CBS News weather and climate contributor Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN with a look at the storm system that devastated the Nashville area, killing more than 20 people.
Tornadoes leave 23 dead across Tennessee
Tennessee has been hit with its deadliest tornado outbreak in more than a decade. Governor Bill Lee has declared a state of emergency. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Tennessee couple on surviving tornadoes
At least 24 people were killed and dozens remain missing in Tennessee after the U.S.’s deadliest tornado in nearly seven years. David Begnaud speaks to one couple about their harrowing fight for survival, including feeling their home fly through the air before it “disintegrated.”
Tennessee's deadly tornado outbreak
At least 24 people were killed and dozens are still missing in Tennessee after the deadliest tornado outbreak in the U.S. in years. Officials say many of the victims were asleep in their beds when the storms hit. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joined CBSN with the latest.
Entire family among Tennessee tornado victims
The search for survivors is still ongoing in Tennessee after tornadoes left at least 24 people dead. In hard-hit Putnam County, a tornado was on the ground for over 50 miles, one of the longest paths of destruction in the region’s history. David Begnaud reports on the disaster's fatalities and the search for those still missing.
Missing toddler's remains believed to be found
Remains believed to be that of Evelyn Mae Boswell, a 15-month-old girl, were found in Tennessee, authorities said.
Drone portraits capture stay-at-home era
When the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S., photographer Tec Petaja sought out a creative outlet and a way to give back.
Judge rules Tennessee's school voucher law is unconstitutional
The voucher law was signed into effect by Governor Bill Lee last year.
Pandemic: A snapshot of life in Memphis
Photographer Jamie Harmon's portrait series depicts Memphis residents in stasis – frozen at a window sill or door stoop, their lives trapped in an uncertain moment in time
These states have tried to ban abortion during virus outbreak
Eight states have tried blocking abortion during the COVID-19 outbreak. Most have been blocked by courts.
Southern states largely go it alone in reopening decisions
Unlike in the South, governors in 17 states have formed regional coalitions to coordinate an easing of restrictions imposed to limit the spread of the coronavirus.
3 more states face legal action over coronavirus abortion bans
In a span of fewer than 24 hours, three new lawsuits were filed by the American Civil Liberties Union, the Center for Reproductive Rights and Planned Parenthood.
Tornadoes and severe winds kill at least 20 in the South
Many people spent part of the night sheltering in basements, closets and bathroom tubs as sirens wailed to warn of possible tornadoes.
Trump says he's fired Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook
President Trump said Monday he has fired Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors — a dramatic move after months of public attacks against the central bank.
Trump floats changing Defense Department to Department of War
President Trump on Monday floated returning the Department of Defense to its prior name, the Department of War, calling its current moniker "too defensive."
Huge dust storm engulfs Phoenix, grounding hundreds of flights
Heavy rain and wind followed the dust storm, delaying flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and causing some damage to a terminal roof.
Powerball estimated jackpot jumps to $815 million, game's 7th biggest
Wednesday night's Powerball jackpot will be an estimated $815 million, the game's seventh biggest, with an approximate cash value of $367.9 million, after no one won Monday's $750 million grand prize.
U.S., Canada militaries medevac cruise ship passengers near the border
The Coast Guard said the woman had suffered sudden cardiac arrest and the man was experiencing "complete esophageal obstruction."
House Oversight Committee subpoenas Jeffrey Epstein's estate
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer subpoenaed estate of Jeffrey Epstein, seeking over a dozen categories of documents.
Mysterious deaths of 21 dogs at boarding facility under investigation
Authorities said 21 dogs were found dead at Anastasia's Acres Dog Boarding Facility. One dog was found alive and taken to a veterinarian for treatment.
More homesellers are pulling their properties off the market. Here's why.
Unable to find buyers, a growing number of sellers are pulling their homes off the market rather than compromise on price.
Southwest Airlines' upcoming policy for plus-sized passengers questioned
Southwest Airlines will soon require travelers who don't fit within the armrests of their seat to pay for an extra one in advance, part of a string of recent changes the carrier is making.