Students at Dunwoody College of Technology rebuilt a donated Hyundai Elantra and gave it to Navy veteran Robert Hanson, who had been without a car for two years. The project was part of a program that helps veterans by providing refurbished vehicles and gave students hands-on experience.
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Robert Hanson is a Navy veteran who had no car for two years.
Dunwoody College automotive students spent months rebuilding a donated Hyundai Elantra.
The rebuild was done through the National Auto Body Council’s Recycled Rides program.
Hanson was recommended to the program by Hennepin County and MAC-V, organizations that assist veterans.
Hanson said having a car now allows him to go shopping more easily and improve his quality of life.
The students gained practical learning experience while helping others.
The Recycled Rides program has given away over 3,700 vehicles nationwide, mostly to veterans.
The event emphasized both skills development for students and support for veterans.
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The FBI is investigating a claim that a criminal hacking group stole sensitive information from its job website. Additionally, a federal court paused the deportation of a Venezuelan delivery driver who was shot by an ICE agent in Austin. Meanwhile, Hurricane Polo near Mexico's west coast has become a very strong storm.
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The FBI is looking into a hacking group's claim of stealing sensitive data from its job website.
The hacking group said they accessed important information from the FBI site.
Hurricane Polo, off Mexico’s western coast, has grown into a powerful storm not seen in decades.
A federal court stopped the deportation of a Venezuelan delivery driver.
The delivery driver was shot by an ICE agent in Austin, Texas.
The court’s decision temporarily prevents the driver from being removed from the U.S.
The FBI and other authorities are managing these ongoing investigations and events.
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Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao told a Senate Democrat that eight sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group tried to take their own lives during a long military mission. The deployment involved operations near Iran and included members of the carrier, its air wing, and the strike group.
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Eight sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide.
This happened during a long military deployment.
The deployment included missions against Iran.
The affected sailors were from the carrier itself, its air wing, and the strike group.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao shared this information with a Senate Democrat.
The news highlights mental health challenges during extended military operations.
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A recent poll by PBS News/NPR/Marist shows that many voters are thinking about President Trump when deciding their midterm votes. The poll also shows Democratic candidates for Congress have a clear advantage over Republican candidates so far.
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Voting for the midterm elections has already started.
President Trump is encouraging voters to imagine he is directly on the ballot.
A new poll was conducted by PBS News, NPR, and Marist.
The poll shows that voters are considering President Trump’s influence in their decisions.
Democratic congressional candidates currently lead over Republican candidates.
The lead for Democrats could affect the results of the midterm elections.
Lisa Desjardins reported on insights from this poll.
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Historian Allan Lichtman, known for predicting U.S. election winners, has written a new book ranking the greatest American presidents. He shared his views on which presidents stand out and the reasons behind his choices.
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Allan Lichtman is a historian and political analyst.
He has accurately predicted 9 out of 11 U.S. presidential elections since 1984.
Lichtman wrote a book called "Great American Presidents."
The book ranks U.S. presidents based on their leadership and achievements.
Lichtman appeared on "The Takeout" to discuss his rankings.
The article is based on a video segment from CBS News.
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Farm state Republicans are asking President Trump and Congress to lower diesel prices because rising fuel costs are causing problems for farmers. They worry that high fuel prices could hurt their chances in the upcoming November elections.
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Farm state Republicans want the government to reduce diesel prices.
Rising diesel costs are creating challenges for farmers in states important to the GOP.
These fuel prices are seen as a political problem for the Republican Party before the midterm elections.
Rep. Ashley Hinson, a Republican Senate candidate from Iowa, is pushing for the House of Representatives to take action.
The issue highlights concerns about the impact of fuel costs on agriculture and rural voters.
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Former Kansas Governor Bill Graves, a Republican, has decided to support Democrat Adam Hamilton for the U.S. Senate. Graves said he wants Kansas to try a new approach because of rising political division and deadlock.
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Bill Graves used to be the Governor of Kansas and is a member of the Republican Party.
Graves chose to endorse Adam Hamilton, a Democrat, for the Senate race.
Hamilton is trying to defeat the current Republican Senator Roger Marshall.
Graves said the country is experiencing more political gridlock and division.
He believes Kansas should take a different path in politics.
Graves discussed his decision and his views on the Republican Party in an interview with Geoff Bennett.
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Anthony Scaramucci, who once worked as White House communications director, said that Karoline Leavitt, a former White House press secretary for President Trump, would have advised the president against banning certain media outlets. Scaramucci also mentioned that John Kelly, a former White House chief of staff, would have given similar advice.
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Anthony Scaramucci is a former White House communications director for President Trump.
Karoline Leavitt served as a White House press secretary under President Trump.
Scaramucci said Leavitt would have told President Trump not to ban certain media outlets.
John Kelly, a former White House chief of staff, also would have opposed the press ban.
The comments were made publicly on a Wednesday.
The topic centers on President Trump’s recent decision to ban some press organizations.
These opinions reflect former White House officials who worked with President Trump.
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President Donald Trump is hosting China's leader Xi Jinping in the United States. At the same time, both the East and West coasts in the U.S. are preparing for extreme weather conditions. Some media outlets are boycotting coverage of the meeting between the two leaders.
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President Donald Trump is meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in the U.S.
The meeting is receiving less media coverage due to a boycott by some news organizations.
Both the East Coast and West Coast of the U.S. are getting ready for severe weather events.
The extreme weather could impact many people living in coastal areas.
The CBS Evening News covered these stories on September 23rd.
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President Donald Trump personally welcomed China’s President Xi Jinping and his wife to the United States with a formal greeting at Joint Base Andrews. The two leaders will have private talks on important issues like artificial intelligence safety, Taiwan, trade, the war in Iran, and critical minerals during Xi’s three-day visit.
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President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump greeted President Xi Jinping and his wife at Joint Base Andrews, which is uncommon since Trump usually welcomes leaders at the White House.
On Thursday, a ceremony will take place on the State Floor of the White House to officially welcome Xi and his wife.
Trump and Xi will review troops in the Rose Garden before holding private talks on several key topics.
Topics expected for discussion include artificial intelligence safety, Taiwan, trade, the war in Iran, and critical minerals.
A state dinner will be hosted by President Trump and the First Lady with guests from the tech industry such as Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Sundar Pichai, and others.
On Friday, Xi and his wife will have a private tea with Trump and the First Lady and tour the National Archives.
Xi’s last visit to the U.S. was in 2015 during the Obama administration; Trump visited China in May 2026 for talks with Xi.
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New polls in Texas show the Democratic candidates currently have a lead over Republicans in the races for the U.S. Senate and governor. Specifically, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is six points behind his Democratic opponent James Talarico in the Senate race.
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A recent Marist poll was conducted in Texas.
The poll shows Democrats leading in key races for U.S. Senate and governor.
Ken Paxton, the Texas Republican Attorney General, is six points behind James Talarico, a Democrat.
James Talarico is running for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas.
Political analysts Adam Piper and Hannah Muldavin provided commentary on the poll results.
The polling data was reported by CBS News.
The poll reflects current voter preferences but could change before the election.
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American family farms are facing serious challenges because costs are rising fast and many farmers have large debts. These financial problems come along with general economic difficulties, making it hard for family farms to keep operating and for future generations to continue farming.
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Family farms have been an important part of American history for many years.
Farmers now deal with much higher costs for things like equipment, seeds, and fuel.
Many farmers have significant debt, which adds to their financial struggles.
These problems are happening alongside broad economic issues affecting the whole country.
It can be difficult for farmers to make enough money to cover their expenses.
The future of family farming is uncertain because of these challenges.
The report is part of a series called "Crossroads: America at 250."
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Maine Democrats criticized Senator Susan Collins after a news report said the FBI planned to investigate her involvement in illegal campaign donations linked to a donor who went to prison. The reported FBI probe did not start after President Donald Trump took office in 2024. Senator Collins called the report "completely false."
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The news report came from ProPublica and was published on Tuesday.
The FBI planned an investigation in 2024 into Collins' connections with Navatek, a defense contractor from Hawaii.
The investigation was about a possible "pay-to-play" scheme, meaning donations in exchange for favors.
One donor connected to these donations was sent to prison.
The FBI investigation did not begin after President Donald Trump took office in 2024.
Maine Democrats criticized Senator Collins over the report.
Senator Collins denied the report, calling it completely false.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is delaying the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines for children through a key federal program. This delay affects states that rely on the Vaccines for Children program, which provides free vaccines to many eligible kids. The delay comes under the leadership of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
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The CDC has not allowed states to order this season's COVID-19 vaccines for children through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.
The VFC program provides free vaccines to uninsured, underinsured, Medicaid-eligible, and Indigenous children, covering about 52% of US children.
Eleven states and one US territory use a universal vaccine purchase program to buy vaccines for all children regardless of insurance.
The delay means these states cannot get vaccines for their children on time.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who leads HHS, has a history of opposing COVID-19 vaccines and spreading false claims about their safety.
Kennedy previously tried to stop the FDA from authorizing COVID-19 vaccines and promoted drugs not proven to work against COVID-19.
Current CDC guidance allows COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 6 months to 17 years through shared decision-making and recommends vaccination for children with weak immune systems.
Medical groups recommend COVID-19 vaccination for children as part of their flu and virus season immunization schedule.
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President Trump greeted Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews during Xi’s state visit to Washington, D.C. This type of airport welcome is unusual for U.S. presidents, who usually meet visiting leaders at the White House.
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President Trump welcomed Xi Jinping at the airport instead of the White House.
Joint Base Andrews is a military base near Washington, D.C., about 13 miles from the White House.
It is more common for U.S. presidents to greet foreign leaders at the White House itself.
Previous presidents have sometimes met popes at airports, but this practice is rare for other leaders.
President John F. Kennedy welcomed some foreign leaders at airports in the 1960s.
President George W. Bush and President Obama greeted Popes Benedict XVI and Francis at airports.
White House spokesperson said this gesture shows President Trump’s willingness to work with leaders to advance U.S. interests.
The visit follows a historic summit hosted by President Xi in China earlier that year.
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A Navy official revealed that eight suicide attempts happened among the USS Abraham Lincoln's crew during a long deployment in the Middle East. President Donald Trump dismissed concerns about the crew’s mental health and conditions during this deployment.
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Eight suicide attempts were recorded on the USS Abraham Lincoln during its deployment.
The deployment lasted over 260 days and was initially for the Indo-Pacific but shifted to the Middle East.
The Navy provided mental health support, including chaplains, a psychologist, social worker, and other counselors.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao wrote to Senator Kirsten Gillibrand explaining the situation and available resources.
President Trump said the deployment had not lasted long enough to cause serious problems.
Senator Gillibrand criticized President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for dismissing the crew's struggles.
Reports mentioned poor food quality and worsening maintenance on the ship during the deployment.
The USS Abraham Lincoln was involved in U.S. military operations around the time of increased conflict with Iran.
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Republicans are spending more money on ads than Democrats in important Senate races. This is happening even though many polls show Democrats are gaining support before the election.
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Republicans are buying more advertising time and space in key Senate contests.
Democrats appear to be gaining momentum according to most polls.
The spending gap favors Republicans despite the polling trends.
This ad spending is focused on Senate races, which decide control of the U.S. Senate.
The information comes from Politico data and was discussed on CBS News.
Increased ad spending by one party can influence voter awareness and decisions.
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Lauren Evans, from Swansea, has suffered from chronic migraines since she was seven years old, experiencing daily pain and severe symptoms by age 24. Despite her struggles and suicidal feelings, her initial doctor dismissed her condition as dramatic; she later received some support but still faces challenges accessing proper neurological care.
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Lauren started having migraines at age seven and by 24, was suffering from them every day.
Migraines affect more than just the head, including body temperature, digestion, speech, vision, mood, and movement.
Lauren struggled with symptoms that impacted her education and work, including sensitivity to light and sound.
Some colleagues did not believe her migraines were real, but her manager was supportive.
She adjusted her work hours to manage symptoms but still faced constant pain and isolation.
Lauren disclosed feeling suicidal because of the pain, but her doctor initially called her reaction dramatic.
She was eventually referred to a neurologist but has waited four years without being seen.
After a mental health crisis and time off work, Lauren left her biomedical scientist career for a new job and takes part in hobbies and charity running.
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Many schools in the U.S. are pausing the use of generative AI tools in classrooms due to worries from parents and advocates about privacy and how AI might affect learning. The largest school districts have decided to stop using this technology for one year while they figure out how to use it safely.
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Schools are facing challenges in managing the fast-changing field of AI technology.
Parents and education advocates are concerned about privacy issues related to AI in schools.
They also worry about how AI might impact students’ learning and development.
The two biggest school districts in the U.S. have put a one-year pause (moratorium) on using generative AI in classrooms.
The pause is meant to give schools time to understand the risks and create clear rules for safe use.
Generative AI refers to software that can create content, like writing or images, based on prompts.
The move reflects a growing hesitation about how to properly integrate AI in education.
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A federal judge appointed by President Donald Trump is reviewing a ban that prevented CNN, Politico, and MS NOW journalists from accessing the White House. The media outlets say the ban violates their First Amendment rights, while the government says White House access is a privilege and justified by concerns over professionalism and national security.
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President Trump banned CNN, Politico, and MS NOW from the White House last week.
The ban was announced via a post on President Trump's Truth Social account.
The White House says press access is a privilege, not a constitutional right.
The government claims the banned outlets published sensitive national security info and did not meet professionalism standards.
The media outlets argue the ban was a form of punishment and lacked proper legal process.
Judge Timothy Kelly has expressed doubt about the administration's arguments but has not yet ruled on a temporary order.
A group of diverse media organizations supports the banned outlets, saying the ban is unconstitutional.
The White House has compared these actions to past criticisms of media by Democratic presidents.
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