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Appeals court rules DACA illegal, but policy can remain for current enrollees

A federal appeals court Wednesday ruled that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program violates U.S. immigration law. However, the court ruled that it can remain intact for the approximately 600,000 current enrollees. Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.

Book banning in schools and libraries gains momentum

A library in Michigan could close after the town voted to defund it over a handful of LGBTQ+ books that some deem inappropriate. Elaine Quijano takes a look.

Herschel Walker denies paying for woman's abortion

The Daily Beast is reporting Georgia GOP Senate candidate Herschel Walker paid for an abortion for a woman he was dating in 2009. CBS News' chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion join "Red and Blue" to discuss the controversy.

North Korea launches nuclear-capable missile over Japan

For the first time in five years, North Korea launched a missile over Japan Tuesday, rattling nerves and sending a message to the U.S. and its allies. First, Elizabeth Palmer reported from Tokyo. Then, Jim Walsh, senior research associate with the MIT Security Studies Program, explored the implications of this launch.

3 scientists share Nobel Prize in physics for their work on quantum information science

Three scientists jointly won this year's Nobel Prize in physics for their work on quantum information science that has significant applications, for example, in the field of encryption. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak have the details.

Stocks rally after new report shows job openings fell in August

Investors are hoping the Fed may ease up on interest rate hikes following recent economic reports. Meanwhile, Elon Musk may once again be open to buying Twitter. CBS News' Lana Zak and Lilia Luciano spoke with Rod von Lipsey, managing director at UBS Private Wealth Management, about the day's business headlines.

Loretta Lynn | 60 Minutes Archive

Country music icon Loretta Lynn has passed away, she was 90.In 2005, Mike Wallace reported on the coal miner's daughter, who at that time was nominated for five Grammy awards for her album "Van Lear Rose," produced by the White Stripes' Jack White.

U.S. economy, labor market still rebounding from pandemic

The U.S. economy and labor market are still rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic. Several workplace trends, such as working from home, still remain prevalent. Aki Ito, senior correspondent for Business Insider, joined CBS News to discuss.

Ian's death toll tops 100 as Florida's recovery begins

Tens of thousands of Florida residents still lack food, running water and housing after Hurricane Ian. Volunteers are stepping in to help those struggling. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.

New "Scooby-Doo" movie portrays Velma as member of LGBTQ+ community

People have speculated over Velma's sexuality in the past, but she has not been portrayed as outwardly queer until now.