Trial underway for ex-politician charged in Las Vegas reporter’s murder
Prosecutors say articles that Jeff German wrote for the Las Vegas Review-Journal in early 2022 about Robert Telles and a county office in turmoil provided a motive for the killing.
Trump ramps up rallies as Harris leads in several battleground states
Former President Donald Trump discussed the economy at a rally in North Carolina Wednesday but didn’t provide many specifics on his policy proposals. The rally comes as Vice President Kamala Harris leads polls in several battleground states. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports from Asheville, North Carolina, where Trump spoke. And CBS News political […]
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News” with Major Garrett.
Hurricane Ernesto batters Puerto Rico
Hurricane Ernesto brought heavy flooding to Puerto Rico Wednesday, leaving hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses without power. It is expected to strengthen before it takes aim at Bermuda as early as Friday. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Puerto Rico.
Inflation drops below 3% for first time since 2021
The Labor Department reported Wednesday that consumer prices rose just 2.9% in July, the first time the year-over-year inflation rate has dropped below 3% since March of 2021. However, despite the good economic data, for many Americans monthly expenses such as rent, auto insurance and electricity remain stubbornly high. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Hurricane Ernesto expected to gain strength as it heads toward Bermuda
Hurricane Ernesto is gaining strength in the Caribbean after drenching Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Now the storm is moving north into the Atlantic, where it’s expected to continue strengthening as it heads toward Bermuda. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn have more.
Trump attacks Harris on the economy as he campaigns in North Carolina
With polls tightening, former President Donald Trump used a campaign appearance in Asheville, North Carolina, Wednesday to try and capitalize on one of his perceived strengths, the economy, while attempting to tie his new opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, to current economic conditions. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports from Asheville.
Las Vegas trial underway for ex-county official charged in reporter’s murder
Opening statements took place Wednesday in the murder trial of Robert Telles, who is charged in the 2022 killing of Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Jeff German. Prior to his death, German had published a series of articles alleging Telles fostered a hostile work environment while serving as an elected public administrator. Elise Preston has details.
Breaking down Middle East tensions as more cease-fire talks loom
A new round of cease-fire negotiations are scheduled to begin Thursday, despite Hamas leaders skipping the talks. Iran has vowed to attack Israel in retaliation for the death of a Hamas leader, but it says a potential cease-fire could delay that strike. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from Tel Aviv, and Dan Byman, […]
