“The Odyssey” movie inspires interest in Homer’s original epic poem
Before Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," there was Homer's original epic poem. Kelly Olson, graduate chair of the Department of Classical Studies at the University of Western Ontario, joins CBS News to unpack the history of the Greek tale.
Trump encourages Darline Graham to run for full Senate term
President Trump urged late Senator Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline, who is temporarily replacing him in Congress, to run for his seat in South Carolina's upcoming special election. Fin Gómez reports.
Fact checking Trump’s new claims of election interference
In a primetime address on Thursday evening, President Trump accused China of interfering in U.S. elections as he questioned the integrity of the country's voting system. CBS News' Jake Rosen fact-checks his claims.
Over 80,000 fans and Trump expected at World Cup final between Spain and Argentina
Tens of thousands of fans, along with President Trump, are expected to gather in New Jersey on Sunday as Spain and Argentina battle for the World Cup trophy. Nicole Valdes reports.
7-foot-3 former pro basketball player sworn in as Texas police officer
At 7-foot-3, Jordan Wilmore was told his entire life that he was destined for a career in basketball. But that was never his dream. Steve Hartman has the story.
Jimothy, an unusual raccoon with a possible spinal condition, embraced by a Seattle community
Jimothy the raccoon has a condition known as short-spine syndrome, but he has been embraced by a Seattle community and the internet alike.
FDA identifies potential culprit in cyclosporiasis outbreak as illness spreads nationwide
Authorities have traced the cyclosporiasis outbreak to Mexican-grown lettuce delivered to Taco Bell by Taylor Farms. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
DHS Secretary Mullin doubles down on Trump’s claims of election tampering
President Trump had harsh words for China in his speech on Thursday night. After calling President Xi Jinping a friend at a summit in May, he accused the communist country of "sinister election meddling." Ed O'Keefe has more details.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires blankets major U.S. cities for third straight day
Millions of Americans across major cities continued to face dangerous air conditions on Friday as smoke from Canadian wildfires lingered. Tom Hanson reports.
Rivers rise in Texas Hill Country after heavy rain, rescue efforts ongoing
Rivers across Texas Hill Country were still rising on Friday, after the region got more than two feet of rain. The downpours that began Monday were finally winding down, but the danger is not over. Jason Allen reports and Eric Fisher has the forecast.