What’s known about the reclusive donor offering to help pay troops amid shutdown
President Trump recently said a “patriot,” reported by the New York Times to be Timothy Mellon, donated $130 million in an effort to keep troops paid during the shutdown.
Trump fires board that oversees D.C. construction projects
President Trump fired all six sitting members of a board that oversees architecture in D.C., as he plans a slate of major building projects — including a massive White House ballroom.
AI data center in Louisiana brings unwanted construction, rising energy bills
Louisiana approved Meta’s $10 billion project in August, saying it would bring “hope” for economic growth, but some experts say the center’s power demands will raise customers’ power bills statewide.
AI data center in Louisiana brings unwanted construction, rising energy bills
Louisiana approved Meta’s $10 billion project in August, saying it would bring “hope” for economic growth, but some experts say the center’s power demands will raise customers’ power bills statewide.
10/28: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica; “The American Revolution” documentary filmmakers Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein join “The Takeout.”
25 states sue Trump administration over SNAP food stamp funding freeze
25 states are suing the Trump administration to stop federal food aid from being suspended amid the government shutdown. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has more.
Jury deliberations begin in Sonya Massey murder trial
A jury in Illinois is deciding the fate of a former sheriff’s deputy who killed Sonya Massey. Sean Grayson is facing three counts of first-degree murder for shooting Massey in her home last year. CBS News’ Anna
Abandoned Connecticut village auctioned for $1.9 million
For weeks, the sale of a ghost town generated hype and fear about its future. The village of Johnsonville died along with its owner 20 years ago. Some say the remains are haunted by the man. Michelle
Abandoned Connecticut village auctioned for $1.9 million
For weeks, the sale of a ghost town generated hype and fear about its future. The village of Johnsonville died along with its owner 20 years ago. Some say the remains are haunted by the man. Michelle
Why this Kansas town celebrates Neewollah at the end of October
In small-town America, local pride comes in many forms. In Independence, Kansas, it takes the shape of Neewollah. Dating back to 1919, it started as an antidote to Halloween mischief. Ian Lee reports.
