The trial of Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children while suffering postpartum psychosis, has sparked national discussion about the problems in postpartum healthcare. Experts say current care plans are often not enough and call for ongoing, better mental health support for new mothers.
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Lindsay Clancy’s defense claims she had postpartum psychosis, a serious mental disorder affecting reality after childbirth.
Postpartum psychosis affects about 1 in 1,000 new mothers, but other mood disorders during and after pregnancy affect about 1 in every 5 to 7 women.
Traditional postpartum care usually includes one appointment at about six weeks, mostly physical checkups with some mental health screening.
Medical groups recommend earlier and more frequent contact with healthcare providers during the first three months after birth.
Many new mothers face challenges like recognizing mental health symptoms and finding support due to a fragmented healthcare system.
The Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade has contributed to fewer maternal care specialists and limited access to care in many U.S. counties.
About one in three U.S. counties lack basic maternity care services, known as maternity care deserts.
Advocates emphasize the need for mental health to be part of routine care before, during, and after pregnancy.
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House Republican lawmakers questioned U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in a private meeting about the Trump administration’s trade disagreement with Canada. They focused on the decision to reduce tariffs on beef imports and other parts of the trade agenda.
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Jamieson Greer is the U.S. Trade Representative under President Donald Trump.
Republican members of the House held a closed-door meeting on Wednesday.
The meeting included questions about ongoing trade issues with Canada.
Lawmakers asked about the administration’s choice to lower tariffs on beef imports.
The discussion was part of a regular weekly meeting with House Republicans.
The focus was on how the trade agenda affects relations with Canada and U.S. industries.
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Pierre Damas Bel, a 20-year-old Haitian student in Ohio, died by suicide after being fitted with an ankle monitor by ICE as part of his immigration case. His family said the ankle monitor caused him embarrassment and despair after losing his protected status, while ICE said the monitor was part of legal immigration proceedings.
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Pierre Damas Bel was a Haitian immigrant studying and playing soccer in Springfield, Ohio.
ICE fitted Bel with an ankle monitor on July 29 during his immigration process.
Bel had previously held Temporary Protected Status (TPS), which was ended for Haitians after a Supreme Court decision.
Bel expressed feelings of shame and humiliation about wearing the ankle monitor publicly.
Bel died by suicide after walking into traffic on a highway outside Springfield.
ICE said Bel entered the U.S. legally in 2024 via a now-ended program allowing migrants to enter through a smartphone app.
ICE stated people have the option to leave the U.S. voluntarily and receive support, denying responsibility for Bel’s death.
Mental health resources and crisis helplines were provided alongside coverage of this story.
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The Kennedy Center removed a sculpture called "Blue," created by artist Joel Shapiro and installed in 2019. This change is part of ongoing efforts during President Donald Trump's second term to alter Washington landmarks, including a legal fight to add Trump's name to the Kennedy Center.
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The Kennedy Center took down the "Blue" sculpture on Wednesday.
"Blue" is a tall, blue figure that looks like it is kicking a ball.
Joel Shapiro designed the sculpture, and it was put up in 2019.
The Kennedy Center's board, aligned with President Trump, is currently in court to add Trump's name to the building.
These changes are part of a larger effort to reshape Washington in ways that reflect President Trump's preferences.
Other projects under this effort include plans to demolish the White House East Wing for a ballroom and build a triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery.
A golf course renovation in Washington is also part of these broader changes.
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Hawaii has reported cases of cyclospora, a parasite that causes intestinal illness, during a historic surge in the United States. CDC data shows 18,445 confirmed cases since May 1, with 49 states and Washington D.C. affected. The outbreak is linked mainly to recalled iceberg lettuce, though other sources are being investigated.
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There have been 18,445 lab-confirmed cyclosporiasis cases in the U.S. since May 1.
Hawaii recently reported 1 to 49 cases and was added to the CDC's national map.
Michigan remains the state with the highest number of cases, between 4,000 and 6,999.
Delaware reported probable cases but none confirmed because sequencing tests are pending.
The main outbreak is linked to recalled iceberg lettuce from central Mexico, which is no longer sold.
Over 11,400 illnesses, 495 hospitalizations, and two deaths are tied to this outbreak.
CDC warns that delays in diagnosis and reporting mean rising case numbers may reflect past infections.
Cyclospora spreads through contaminated food or water, not directly between people, and mostly appears in spring and summer.
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The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against a Kansas school district. The lawsuit challenges the district’s policies that assist transgender students in changing their gender identity at school without informing their parents.
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The Justice Department announced the lawsuit on a Monday.
This is described as the first lawsuit of its kind against a school district over transgender policies.
The lawsuit focuses on the school district’s guidance document for transgender and gender non-conforming students.
The DOJ claims the district allows changes in students’ gender identity at school secretly, without parent consent.
The issue centers on whether schools can support gender transition processes for students without informing parents.
The complaint aims to stop the district from continuing these policies.
The lawsuit reflects federal involvement in a sensitive and controversial education policy.
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A Coast Guard jet carrying Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin made an emergency landing near Washington, D.C., after one of its engines failed. The plane was safely landed by the pilots, who handled the situation professionally.
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The jet involved was a C-37A, a military version of a Gulfstream V used for senior Coast Guard and DHS officials.
The pilot reported losing the plane’s right engine and asked for an emergency landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
There were 14 people on board, and the plane had about 2.5 hours of fuel remaining.
Secretary Markwayne Mullin confirmed the safe landing and praised the pilots’ professionalism.
The Coast Guard’s executive jet is 22 years old and has outdated electronics and communication equipment.
DHS requested about $50 million in 2025 to replace this aging jet, which led to questions from lawmakers about spending priorities.
Later, DHS adjusted its request to about $200 million for two new Gulfstream G700 jets, increasing scrutiny from Congress members.
Some lawmakers questioned why replacing the executive jet was prioritized over upgrading planes used for search-and-rescue missions.
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Senator Susan Collins said that Representative Liz Cheney has no influence in politics. Collins explained her view during an interview where she also talked about different groups within the Republican Party.
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Senator Susan Collins represents Maine.
Liz Cheney is a former Representative from Wyoming.
Collins said Cheney has "no impact" in politics.
The comment came during an interview with Politico’s Jonathan Martin.
Collins discussed two types of Republicans: those who oppose President Trump and others.
Collins said she does not fit into either of these Republican groups.
The focus was on internal Republican Party dynamics.
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The city of Senatobia, Mississippi fired Police Chief Harold Vanderford after reports showed he used racist language in text messages. This comes after the shooting death of a one-year-old Black child by a white officer, and ongoing tensions between police and Black residents in the town.
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Police Chief Harold Vanderford was fired for regularly using racist slurs against Black people in his texts.
Senatobia is about 40% Black and gained national attention after a white officer killed one-year-old Kohen Wiley during a police response at Walmart.
Vanderford tried to resign on September 1, but the city instead decided to fire him by unanimous vote.
A Black woman, Angelica Maze, has been named interim police chief after Vanderford’s firing.
Senatobia has had other incidents involving police and Black residents, including the arrest of a 10-year-old Black boy for public urination.
The family of Kohen Wiley has a civil rights lawyer, Ben Crump, who says the officers were not in danger when they fired.
Investigations revealed that the officer who shot Wiley had used racist remarks days before the shooting.
The family and local groups are demanding transparency and the release of police footage from the incident to understand what really happened.
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox said he hoped the 2024 shooting attack against President Donald Trump would lead Trump to promote unity and less political anger in the U.S. Cox wrote in his new book that he tried to build good relationships with both Trump and President Joe Biden to reduce political division, but he said his efforts to get Trump to change did not succeed.
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Governor Spencer Cox of Utah views the July 2024 near-assassination attempt on President Trump as a possible moment to reduce political conflict.
Cox wrote a letter to Trump asking him to use the event to bring Americans together and lower political tensions.
Cox had not previously endorsed Trump but believed Trump could lead toward unity.
After the shooting, Cox and Trump met in the Oval Office and discussed various topics including immigration and the Great Salt Lake.
Trump showed support for some Utah initiatives and posted positively about Cox on social media.
Cox said that despite some cooperation, Trump did not fully shift toward a politics of unity over revenge.
Cox also tried to persuade President Biden to pardon Trump as a step toward healing national divisions.
Cox describes peacemaking in politics as slow and difficult rather than an immediate change.
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If you have TSA PreCheck and need to renew it for Labor Day travel, this article explains the steps to do so. TSA PreCheck helps travelers get through airport security faster, and renewing it on time ensures continued benefits.
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TSA PreCheck is a program that speeds up airport security lines.
Travelers need to renew their TSA PreCheck membership before it expires.
The renewal process can often be done online or by mail, saving time.
Renewing early helps avoid delays when traveling during busy times like Labor Day.
TSA PreCheck is valid for five years once renewed.
Some travelers may need to update their information or provide new documents when renewing.
Keeping TSA PreCheck active lets travelers use special security lanes at many U.S. airports.
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Tiger Woods pleaded no contest to reckless driving and refusing a drug test after a March rollover car crash in Florida. His driver's license was suspended for five years, and he was fined $1,500, but prosecutors did not prove he was impaired by drugs or alcohol at the time.
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Tiger Woods had a rollover crash in March on a road near his home in Jupiter Island, Florida.
He was initially charged with driving under the influence (DUI) but pleaded no contest to reckless driving instead.
Woods’ driver’s license was suspended for five years as part of the plea deal.
He refused to take a urine drug test but passed a Breathalyzer test for alcohol.
Police found two hydrocodone pills in Woods’ pocket, a prescription opioid pain medication.
Prosecutors said Woods had built a tolerance to pain medication and had a lawful prescription.
Woods was fined $1,500 and warned by the judge not to drive at all during the suspension.
Florida law allows Woods to drive a golf cart despite the license suspension.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln, a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, docked in eastern Thailand after spending over nine months at sea during ongoing combat operations in the Middle East. The stop allows the crew of 5,000 sailors and Marines to rest before returning to their U.S. base, amid visible signs of wear on the ship and reports of challenging conditions on board.
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USS Abraham Lincoln arrived at Laem Chabang port in Chonburi province, Thailand, after 9.5 months at sea.
The ship carries about 5,000 crew members, including sailors and Marines.
This deployment was longer than the standard six-to-nine-month naval tours.
The carrier participated in a U.S.-Israeli military conflict involving Iran that has lasted about seven months.
The ship’s exterior showed rust and signs of wear, which the commanding officer said is normal for long deployments.
President Donald Trump dismissed concerns about the length of the deployment, saying “not nearly long enough.”
The crew is resting in Thailand for a few days before returning to the U.S.
Rear Admiral Robert E Loughran praised the crew's professionalism during the mission.
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A new poll shows Texas Governor Greg Abbott leading Democrat Gina Hinojosa by just 1 point in the race for governor, less than two months before the election. Abbott, a Republican, is seeking a fourth term, while Democrats hope to win Texas for the first time in more than 30 years.
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Greg Abbott, the current Texas governor and Republican, is running for his fourth term.
Gina Hinojosa, a Texas state representative and Democrat, is Abbott’s main opponent.
Texas has not elected a Democratic governor since 1990.
Recent poll shows Abbott with 46.9% support and Hinojosa with 45.8%, with 7% undecided voters.
Including “leaning” voters, Abbott’s support rises to 51.2% and Hinojosa’s to 48.8%.
The race is considered more competitive than expected but Abbott remains the favorite.
Abbott has high odds of winning according to prediction markets (around 81-82%).
Voters in Texas will decide the governor’s race in November along with other statewide elections.
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The parents of a 5-year-old autistic girl named Saylor Hayes were arrested in connection with her disappearance and death in South Carolina. Authorities say the parents misled the search efforts and did not provide proper supervision for the child, who was found dead near the place she went missing.
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Saylor Hayes went missing after wandering away from a rental home in Pawleys Island, South Carolina.
Her body was found near water the day after she disappeared.
Her parents, John Hayes (70) and Geordyn Hayes (31), were charged with unlawfully placing a child at risk and willful abandonment.
The parents removed a monitoring device meant to help track Saylor before leaving Virginia.
They encouraged searchers to rely on the tracking device even though she was not wearing it.
The parents directed search efforts away from the nearby water where Saylor was found.
Saylor had autism, was nonverbal, and had a history of wandering.
The parents are currently held in Tennessee and face extradition to South Carolina.
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A congressional aide named Thomas Fahmy was struck by lightning while walking near his car in Staten Island, New York. He survived the incident and shared his experience with a news outlet.
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Thomas Fahmy works for Representative Nicole Malliotakis from New York.
The lightning strike happened on Todt Hill in Staten Island.
Fahmy was very close to his car, about 15 to 25 feet away, when the lightning hit.
He survived without fatal injuries.
The event was caught on video.
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The jury is still unable to agree on a verdict in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, a woman from Massachusetts. Clancy admitted to killing her three children but says she was experiencing postpartum psychosis, a serious mental health condition after childbirth.
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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for the murder of her three children.
She has admitted to killing them.
Clancy pleaded not guilty, citing postpartum psychosis.
Postpartum psychosis is a severe mental illness that can occur after having a baby.
The jury remains deadlocked and has not reached a decision yet.
The trial is happening in Massachusetts.
The case is being covered by CBS News journalists Shanelle Kaul and Jessica Levinson.
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A whistleblower has raised concerns that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) may be speeding up new rules for handling mail-in voting. There is a risk that if one ballot in a large batch does not scan correctly, thousands of ballots could be rejected.
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The USPS is reportedly introducing new requirements for processing mail-in ballots.
A whistleblower shared concerns about these changes.
The changes might cause many ballots to be rejected at once.
If one ballot in a batch fails to scan, the whole batch could be refused.
This issue could affect the accuracy and count of mail-in votes.
The system depends on successful scanning of each ballot.
Bulk mailing means sending many ballots together.
The concern relates to the security and reliability of voting by mail.
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The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial told the judge twice that they cannot agree on a verdict. After five days of talking, the judge sent the jury back to keep discussing the case.
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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for the murder of her three children in 2023.
Clancy does not deny strangling her children.
Her lawyer says she suffered from postpartum psychosis, a severe mental illness after childbirth.
Prosecutors argue Clancy knew what she was doing during the crime.
The jury is having trouble reaching a decision after five days of deliberations.
The judge reminded the jury to keep discussing possible verdicts.
Clancy appeared expressionless in court during the trial.
No visible reactions were seen from Clancy’s family members in the courtroom.
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James Talarico, a U.S. politician, made comments in 2020 linking capitalism to white supremacy and stating that oil resources will not last forever. These remarks have resurfaced and are drawing attention as he addresses questions about them.
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James Talarico made certain statements in 2020 during a period of heightened focus on social justice issues.
In his comments, he connected the economic system of capitalism with white supremacy, a system of racial oppression.
He also said that oil, a major energy source, will eventually run out and is not sustainable long term.
The remarks have recently come back into discussion, prompting Talarico to respond to them.
The original comments were made during a time some call the peak of “wokeness,” referring to increased awareness of social inequalities.
Talarico’s statements highlight concerns about social and environmental issues.
The discussion involves economic, racial, and environmental topics linked to energy use and social justice.
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