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Gasoline prices in the United States reached a new high for the Labor Day weekend, with the average price at $4.15 per gallon, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). Diesel prices also set a record, averaging $5.85 per gallon and rising slightly more on Monday.
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The average price for regular gasoline was $4.15 per gallon during Labor Day weekend.
This is the highest Labor Day gasoline price ever recorded in the U.S.
Gas prices have never gone above $4 per gallon on Labor Day before.
The overall gasoline record price was $5.02 per gallon in June 2022.
Diesel fuel prices hit a new record of $5.85 per gallon on Friday.
Diesel prices then increased by 5 cents per gallon on Monday.
The data comes from the American Automobile Association (AAA).
The report reflects prices for the U.S. market around Labor Day 2024.
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In 2026, the United States has seen numerous airplane accidents, including a recent Amazon Prime Air cargo plane crash in Miami that killed at least five people. Federal records show over 600 accidents have happened this year involving various types of aircraft, from private planes to military jets, with investigations ongoing for many incidents.
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Between January 1 and September 7, 2026, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recorded 609 airplane accidents in the U.S.
The Amazon Prime Air cargo plane crashed on September 6 at Miami International Airport, killing at least five people and injuring five others.
The crashed Boeing 767-300 had landed from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and struck vehicles after leaving the runway at high speed.
Other major incidents include an Air Canada plane accident at LaGuardia Airport on March 22 that killed two pilots.
A Beech C90 air ambulance crashed in New Mexico on May 14, killing four people involved in patient transport.
A B-52 military bomber crashed after takeoff in California on June 15, killing all eight crew members aboard.
A small plane crashed on a highway in Texas on June 16, killing one person and injuring five law enforcement officers.
In 2025, there were 1,017 aviation accidents recorded nationwide, including a deadly collision near Washington, D.C.
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Dr. Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell, a psychiatrist and author, spoke about how the language used in therapy is changing the way people express their feelings. She aims to make talking about mental health easier and more understandable for everyone.
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Dr. Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell is a psychiatrist and author of the book "Girlhood, Translated."
She appeared on CBS Mornings to discuss therapy language.
Therapy speak refers to the special words and phrases used in mental health treatment.
This language shift is influencing how people describe their emotions.
Dr. Garfinkle-Crowell wants to change how therapy language is used to make it clearer and more relatable.
The goal is to help people feel more comfortable discussing mental health topics.
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A Frito-Lay employee named Paris Carlock was killed by a stray bullet at a Sam’s Club store in Nashville while working early Sunday morning. Police believe the shooting may be related to a nearby argument at a bar and are investigating the incident.
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The victim, Paris Carlock, was 55 years old and from Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
The shooting happened around 4 a.m. at a Sam’s Club on Antioch Pike in Nashville.
Carlock was working on inventory in the chip aisle when struck in the head by a bullet.
Police think the bullet came through a metal wall of the store.
The shooting may be linked to a fight outside a nearby bar called Lavou Lounge.
People removed from the bar continued arguing outside, and gunshots were heard as vehicles left the area.
Carlock was found in the parking lot and later died at a hospital.
Law enforcement are asking for tips and offering a cash reward for information.
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The UK government has paused plans to reorganize local councils after receiving new legal advice showing potential law issues. Some local councils have challenged the plans legally, and the government will review decisions in many areas before moving forward, while some local elections will happen on current boundaries.
Key Facts
The UK planned to replace the current two-tier local government system with fewer, larger councils called unitary authorities or "mega-councils."
Legal advice suggested some reorganization plans might not be lawful, leading the government to pause those plans.
Several councils, including Kent and Essex, have launched or considered legal challenges against the government’s proposed changes.
Plans for reorganization in Essex, Hampshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk have been withdrawn.
Local elections scheduled for May 2027 will use existing council boundaries.
The government’s Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government said Surrey’s plan will continue as planned with two new councils starting in 2027.
Local leaders welcomed the pause, as some viewed the reforms as costly and potentially harmful to services.
The government says it remains committed to changing local government but wants to ensure the process is legal and fits new government priorities.
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The article suggests that the Democratic nominee for president in 2028 will probably be someone who is currently a governor. Governors have important jobs and enough authority to make things happen for the people they serve.
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The 2028 Democratic presidential candidate is expected to be a governor.
Governors hold executive powers at the state level.
They have duties to serve the needs of their citizens.
Being a governor gives experience in managing government functions.
Governors often use their position to build a political reputation.
This experience can help when running for president.
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American farmers face problems because of drought and expensive animal feed. These challenges force some farmers to sell their herds of livestock to manage their costs.
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Drought conditions are hurting farming areas in the United States.
The cost of feed for animals has risen significantly.
High expenses make it hard for farmers to keep their livestock.
Some farmers decide to sell their herds as a result.
Selling herds helps farmers reduce losses and handle financial pressure.
This issue affects the farming community’s income and operations.
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President Donald Trump is leading several large construction and renovation projects in Washington, D.C., including a new White House ballroom, a Triumphal Arch, a renovation of the Kennedy Center, and rebuilding a golf course. These projects have different sizes and costs, with some funded by private donations and others using federal money, and some facing legal challenges.
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The new White House ballroom and East Wing is the most expensive project, planned to be 90,000 square feet and finishing by summer 2028.
President Trump says the ballroom will cost no more than $400 million and be funded by his money and private donations, but reports suggest the cost might reach $600 million with over half funded by taxpayers.
The Supreme Court allowed construction on the ballroom to continue despite ongoing lawsuits.
The John F. Kennedy Center is set for a $257 million renovation funded by Congress but is facing legal battles over adding Trump’s name to the building.
A judge ordered Trump’s name removed from the Kennedy Center facade and blocked the planned closure for renovation.
The center’s board later decided to put Trump’s name back with a longer title that highlights his role in the renovation.
The Justice Department says donations for the Kennedy Center might stop without Trump’s name on the building.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick mentioned President Trump could raise up to $500 million in donations for the Kennedy Center renovation.
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A judge declared a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy case because the jury could not agree on a verdict. This means the trial ended without a decision, and the case may be tried again later.
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The judge declared a mistrial on Friday.
Jurors could not agree on a verdict in the case.
Lindsay Clancy is the defendant in this trial.
A mistrial means there was no final decision by the jury.
The case could be retried with a new jury in the future.
The trial details and charges were not fully resolved.
This news was reported by Caroline Polisi for CBS News.
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New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham criticized President Donald Trump for posting a map that renamed New Mexico as “New America.” She said the state’s name has a long history and is not open to change.
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President Trump shared a post featuring a map that renamed New Mexico to “New America.”
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham responded by saying New Mexico’s name has existed for a long time, even before the U.S. was formed.
The governor emphasized that the real issue is supporting working families, not changing the state’s name.
The discussion began after President Trump released his post online.
Governor Lujan Grisham is a member of the Democratic Party.
New Mexico is one of the original states with a historic name tied to its identity.
The governor’s statement opposes the idea of renaming the state or debating its name.
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The U.S. military has used a high-energy laser weapon system to shoot down drones near the southern border, leading to a 75% drop in drone activity in the Rio Grande Valley. The laser targets suspicious drones linked to drug cartels and is part of efforts to protect the border.
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The laser weapon was first used on August 25 and 26 to bring down three drones after months of training.
The military coordinates with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to prevent risks to civilians.
The military uses jamming technology, but the laser provides a way to fully disable drones seen as threats.
Since the start of 2024, about 300 drones linked to cartels have been stopped, including 11 by the laser in ten days.
There are about 1,000 drone incursions at the southern border each month.
The laser system, called LOCUST, is controlled using an Xbox-style controller and targets drones with a precise heat beam.
The Army awarded a $465 million contract to AeroVironment to provide high-energy laser systems.
The laser is less effective in bad weather like rain but is considered a cost-effective additional tool for border security.
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President Donald Trump described the conflict involving Iran as "small potatoes" while tensions between the United States and Iran have increased over the past two weeks. The situation has raised concerns about possible escalation.
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President Trump commented that the Iran conflict is "small potatoes," meaning he sees it as a minor issue.
The conflict includes increasing tensions and clashes between the U.S. and Iran.
These tensions have grown significantly over the last two weeks.
The news was reported by CBS News correspondents Taurean Small and Tom Hanson.
The phrase "small potatoes" is an informal way to say something is not very important or serious.
The conflict involves potential risks of further escalation or violence.
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President Donald Trump updated his list ranking U.S. presidents, keeping himself alone in the top "The Greatest" category. The revised chart adds several presidents who were missing in the first version, like Ronald Reagan, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, and George W. Bush, while moving some to lower categories.
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Trump originally posted a chart ranking presidents with himself alone in the top spot.
The updated ranking adds presidents like Reagan, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Nixon, Ford, George H.W. Bush, and George W. Bush.
Reagan and Eisenhower are now in the "Near Great" category in the new version.
Kennedy and Nixon are ranked as "Average" presidents.
Ford and George H.W. Bush were placed in the "Below Average" tier.
Herbert Hoover moved from "Average" to "Failures," and George W. Bush was also added to "Failures."
Trump remains the only president in the "The Greatest" category, above historic figures like Lincoln and Washington.
The list excludes some presidents such as William Henry Harrison and James Garfield, who served very short terms.
There have been 45 individuals who served as president, but 47 presidencies because Trump served two nonconsecutive terms, counted as the 45th and 47th presidencies.
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The UK government has paused plans to merge smaller local councils into larger ones in several regions after receiving new legal advice. A formal review will check if the process follows the law and fits with the priorities of the current government before any changes proceed.
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Plans to merge councils in Essex, Hampshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk have been stopped.
A review will also pause plans in 14 other regions across England.
The review is to ensure the merger process is legal and suitable for the current government’s goals.
The review announcement will be made by Communities Secretary Angela Rayner in Parliament.
The local elections set for May 2027 will happen using the current council boundaries.
The Surrey reorganization, where new council members were elected in May, will continue as planned.
Some areas, like Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, and West Sussex, are still under consideration and not yet paused.
These plans started under the previous government led by Sir Keir Starmer and involved changes by past local government leaders.
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Frances Perkins was an important advocate for workers' rights in the United States. Despite her significant contributions, many Americans are not familiar with her name.
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Frances Perkins was a strong supporter of workers' rights.
She played a major role in improving conditions for workers.
Perkins is not widely known among the general public.
The article encourages remembering her during Labor Day.
Labor Day is a holiday that celebrates workers and their contributions.
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Tuskegee University’s president, Mark A. Brown, is introducing stricter rules about how students dress and use cell phones. These changes aim to help students avoid being judged unfairly and to get ready for working in professional jobs.
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Tuskegee University is changing its dress code to be stricter.
The new rules also include limits on cell phone use.
The goal is to prevent students from being seen in a negative way based on stereotypes.
The policies are meant to help students prepare for professional environments.
Mark A. Brown is the president of Tuskegee University.
The changes focus on improving students’ presentation and behavior on campus.
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An armed man was arrested after trying to attack Amy Acton, a Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, at a public event. The man was stopped before reaching her, and while Acton was not hurt, several others were injured during the attempt.
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The incident happened at Ohio’s annual Canfield Fair.
The suspect, 38-year-old Patrick Havas, was carrying two pistols.
Havas tried to get through the crowd aggressively while holding up a cell phone.
He knocked over two people using mobility scooters.
Havas faces two misdemeanor assault charges and one disorderly conduct charge.
Amy Acton was not injured and expressed thanks to law enforcement.
Both Acton’s Republican rival Vivek Ramaswamy and Governor Mike DeWine condemned the violence.
Recent years have seen multiple cases of political violence in the U.S., some deadly.
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Four people were arrested on suspicion of murder after a three-month-old baby died while camping in Staffordshire. The baby was found in cardiac arrest, and despite emergency responders’ efforts, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
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The incident happened in woodland near Great Wyrley, Staffordshire.
Emergency services were called on Saturday at 8:45 a.m. after a report of a child in cardiac arrest.
An air ambulance and paramedics responded, but the baby was confirmed dead at the scene.
Four people were arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder: a 42-year-old man and a 30-year-old woman from south Staffordshire, a 20-year-old woman from Wolverhampton, and an 18-year-old man from Walsall.
All four suspects have been released on bail with conditions while the investigation continues.
Staffordshire police are treating the case as an isolated incident and continuing to gather evidence.
The police asked the public to avoid sharing unverified information about the case.
The West Midlands ambulance service provided advanced life support at the scene but could not save the baby.
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Several advocacy groups with experienced lawyers and voting experts are legally challenging President Donald Trump’s executive orders on voting and elections. They argue these orders try to take control away from states and limit voting rights, especially mail-in voting, which many Americans use.
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Groups like Democracy Defenders Fund, Campaign Legal Center, and the ACLU are filing lawsuits against Trump’s executive orders on voting from 2025 and 2026.
Trump’s orders aim to limit mail-in voting and give the US Postal Service new rules related to elections.
A federal judge in Massachusetts blocked new USPS rules, saying they could stop millions from voting by mail, with no proof of fraud.
The Department of Justice has appealed to the Supreme Court to allow the USPS rules to proceed, calling the block harmful.
Democratic attorney generals and other groups have also sued to stop efforts that might restrict voting rights before upcoming elections.
A whistleblower complaint revealed that the USPS is rushing to implement these rules, risking failure in mail-in voting.
About 50 million Americans, mostly Democrats, vote by mail.
Legal groups fear these changes could cause confusion and prevent people from voting in the midterm elections.
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