St. John's Chef Rebecca Barron lands a James Beard semifinalist nomination
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Beto O'Rourke says he's "made a decision" about future
Reporting by Ed O'Keefe and Jack Turman Texas Democrat Beto O'Rourke will not be running for Senate in 2020, multiple people familiar with his plans told CBS News. People not authorized to speak on the record passed along a statement…
Agents re-arrest a woman who just got a drug treatment sentence
She was just sentenced to probation and drug treatment three weeks ago.
Pakistani ambassador calls on U.S. to help defuse India standoff
Pakistan's envoy to Washington called for more "active involvement" from the United States to help defuse simmering tensions with India, claiming a lack of condemnation of India's airstrikes may have "emboldened" Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government to escalate a…
Hamilton County discusses East Hamilton sewage options
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) - Angry community members last December effectively killed a plan by the WWTA to build a Wastewater Treatment Plant off Mahan Gap Road. Now, the Hamilton County Commission is considering a resolution to approve an additional $25 million dollars…
Analysis: Trump might take short-term win at summit
Last Updated Feb 27, 2019 7:17 PM EST In their second meeting in eight months, President Trump and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un exchanged warm smiles and handshakes in front of cameras at a luxury hotel in Hanoi early…
Methodist Church votes to ban gay clergy and same-sex marriage
Chicago — The United Methodist Church worldwide conference made a decision Tuesday that pleased traditionalists, but raised doubts about the church's modern motto: open hearts, open minds, open doors. On Tuesday, after three days of debate, church officials and lay…
"It helps me a lot of times just to talk about Vietnam," vets say
Hanoi, Vietnam — Most who served in the Vietnam War have never been back since the war ended. Some have no interest but for others, returning is a crucial part of the healing process. CBS News was there as 52…
What does Cohen's testimony mean for Trump?
During explosive testimony Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee, President Trump's former personal attorney Michael Cohen called Mr. Trump "racist" and a "con man." Cohen also accused the president of committing several crimes. Cohen implied the president may have lied…
Firefighters extinguish blaze at Harbor Freight building
Investigators believe fire started in awning work on the front of the building.
Dunlap police arrest school vandalism suspect
DUNLAP, Tennessee (WDEF) - Dunlap Police say they have made an arrest in a school vandalism case from January. They say someone spray painted messages on several buildings at Sequatchie County High, Griffith Elementary and the Field House. But these…
Homeless evicted from camp near Community Kitchen
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Dozens of homeless now need to find a new place to stay, after a landowner told Chattanooga Police to clear the property. The camp is located between 10th and 11th streets off Baldwin Avenue. Many see…
Rep. Gaetz facing investigation over Cohen tweet
Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz, R-Florida, is facing some potentially serious fallout after he tweeted a message many perceived as threatening Michael Cohen, prior to Cohen's public testimony this afternoon before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. Gaetz, an attorney,…
Virginia first lady accused of racial insensitivity by black teenager
In an interaction described as "beyond inappropriate" by a young participant, the first lady of Virginia distributed pieces of cotton to young legislative pages and discussed how slaves were once forced to pick cotton. The interaction happened during a meeting…
Families share stories of rare disease struggle
Joey Tanella is a typical 8-year-old boy, having fun with his sister and parents. But he's among the millions of people in the United States living with a rare disease — in Joey's case, diagnosed at just two days old. "The…
Johnny Manziel is out of the Canadian Football League
Johnny Manziel is on the hunt for a new job after being released by the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League. In a release, the Alouettes said they severed ties with the quarterback, with the CFL's backing, after they "found…
House approves first major gun control bill in 25 years
Washington — The Democratic-controlled House on Wednesday approved a measure requiring federal background checks for all firearms sales and transfers, the first major gun control legislation considered by Congress in nearly 25 years. Democrats called the 240-190 vote a major step…
Cleveland Police investigate shooting on Victory Street
CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF) - The Cleveland Police Department says that 30 year old Jessica Elizabeth Whaley was found with a gunshot wound to the chest. She died at the hospital. 37 year old Chadesha Dejoy Jones was charged with reckless…
Tennessee seeks to overhaul Medicaid with block grants
By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Republican lawmakers who have long balked at taking millions in federal dollars to expand Medicaid are moving forward with a plan that would overhaul how the state provides health care…
Lawmaker to Equifax CEO: Want to share your Social Security number?
Equifax CEO Mark Begor found himself in the hot seat during a congressional hearing featuring aggressive questioning by two freshman members of the U.S. House. More than a year after an Equifax security breach exposed the data of nearly 150 million…
New hearing ordered for death row inmate with dementia
The Supreme Court is ordering a new state court hearing to determine whether an Alabama death row inmate is so affected by dementia that he can't be executed. The justices ruled 5-3 on Wednesday in favor of inmate Vernon Madison, who…
2 arrested in buffet brawl over crab legs
A police officer was one of the buffet customers who saw it all.
To fight climate change, "talk about it," climate scientist says
In our Ideas That Matter series, in partnership with TED, we're highlighting individuals and ideas shaping our world. Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe said the first step to fighting climate change is: "Talk about it." "The majority of the people in…
Alabama chemical spill sends dozens to hospitals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - More than 50 people have been sent to hospitals around Birmingham, Alabama, following a chemical spill at a water treatment plant. Authorities tell news outlets that irritating gas caused by a mixture of ferric sulfate and…