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Jenna Bush Ties The Knot At Daddy's Ranch

Sun, 11 May 2008 14:30:01 EDT

Jenna Bush couldn't see herself getting married at the White House surrounded by antique furniture and oil portraits of presidents.

Easy Meal For Mom On Her Day

Sat, 10 May 2008 22:30:02 EDT

The Food Network's Robin Miller showed how Dad and the kids can make a light, tasty dinner - on a shoestring - on The Early Show.

"SWAT Moms" Fill Work Force, Life Gaps

Sat, 10 May 2008 12:30:03 EDT

"Smart Women With Available Time" -- often professionals and often returnees to the workplace -- work part-time, and tend to their families at other times. It is, many observers feel, a "win-win" for all involved.

Secret Preparations For Jenna's Wedding

Sat, 10 May 2008 22:00:01 EDT

In the heart of Texas this evening the president's daughter Jenna Bush is marrying Henry Hager. But while signs of the nuptials are popping up all around Crawford, there is little that can be seen from outside the Western White House.

Legally Blind Man, 78, Bowls Perfect Game

Sat, 10 May 2008 10:30:01 EDT

Dale Davis says he hit 299 once, and averages 180, but in a recent game the legally-blind Iowan bowled a perfect 300! He explains that he knows how he did by the sound of the ball hitting the pins.

When The Best Treatment Is No Treatment

Sat, 10 May 2008 10:00:01 EDT

Dr. Mallika Marshall says some serious-sounding medical woes are best left alone. She spelled them out, and explained why that is, on The Early Show.

Second Cup Cafe: Ingrid Michaelson

Sat, 10 May 2008 09:30:02 EDT

Some may know of the up-and-coming singer/songwriter from an Old Navy ad in which her song "The Way I Am" creates a mellow, melodic backdrop amid beautiful people wearing beautiful sweaters. But there's more to Michaelson than commercial jingles.

Honey, I Shrunk The Car

Fri, 09 May 2008 21:00:03 EDT

As fuel prices continue to rise, forget "bigger is better." It's now "Honey, I shrunk the car." Last month, one in five cars sold in the U.S. was a sub-compact or compact. And that's making it hard to sell any SUVs, Sandra Hughes reports.

Facing Hunger: Feeding America

Sat, 10 May 2008 08:00:02 EDT

The Early Show and many of our affiliates are holding a food drive through May 10. Learn how you can donate!

Tina Turner To Rock Anew

Fri, 09 May 2008 09:30:02 EDT

She's taking her energy on tour in October for the first time in eight years. Turner spoke with Julie Chen about it.

The Making Of A First Family Wedding

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:30:02 EDT

It's been 37 years since America was invited to a presidential wedding. And thought Jenna Bush's ceremony this weekend is historic, it's also shrouded in secrecy. Kelly Cobiella explains.

Political Office In Alec Baldwin's Future?

Sun, 11 May 2008 20:30:02 EDT

Morley Safer profiles the versatile actor, who talks candidly about his career and his personal life - including his very public divorce and custody battle.

Records Reveal Sect's Family Network

Fri, 09 May 2008 10:00:02 EDT

Hand-scrawled records taken from a polygamist sect are helping untangle the spider-web network of family relationships at the Yearning For Zion ranch, where some husbands had more than a dozen wives.

Seeking "Modern Bride Of The Year"

Fri, 09 May 2008 10:30:01 EDT

The Early Show and Modern Bride magazine are teaming in the search. Enter the contest and you' might get to appear on the show -- and on the cover of Modern Bride!

Student Loan Landscape Changing

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:00:02 EDT

It's for the better in some ways, but not others, says Early Show money maven Ray Martin, who offers guidance to students and parents.

Philly Police Probe Beating Caught On Tape

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:00:02 EDT

A half-dozen police officers kicked and beat three suspects pulled from a car during a traffic stop as a TV helicopter taped the confrontation, and the city's police commissioner said "it certainly does not look good."

"What Happens In Vegas" Makes For Laughter

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:00:02 EDT

Ashton Kutcher and Cameron Diaz discussed their new film, on The Early Show.

"Give Peace A Chance" -- And An Auction

Wed, 07 May 2008 12:00:04 EDT

John Lennon's scribbled lyrics from the famous 1969 "bed-in" protest against the Vietnam War that he held with new wife Yoko Ono are expected to fetch $400,000 when Christie's puts them on the block in July. The seller chatted with Julie Chen.

The Gifts His Dad Gave Jim Nantz

Wed, 07 May 2008 12:30:03 EDT

The sportscaster has written a book about the lessons his biggest fan taught him -- how he inspired him -- and about the devastating impact of Alzheimer's. Nantz spoke about it with Harry Smith on The Early Show.

Tape Captures Philly Cops Beating Suspects

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:00:03 EDT

Looking For Love? How To Date In 2008

Thu, 08 May 2008 06:30:01 EDT

YOU can take part in an Early Show series looking at the current dating scene, "How To Date In 2008: We'll Give You Game!"

A Degree To Go With Her Grammy

Tue, 06 May 2008 10:30:03 EDT

Country star Gretchen Wilson says her little girl inspired her to finish high school -- and Wilson has done just that -- filling, she says, a longtime gap in her life. She chatted with Julie Chen about it, on The Early Show.

McEwen To Other Stroke Survivors: Forge On

Wed, 07 May 2008 07:30:01 EDT

The ex-Early Show weatherman has penned a memoir to encourage people facing the same challenges he does. He discussed it with former colleague Harry Smith.

Katie Lee Joel's Easy Appetizers

Wed, 07 May 2008 07:30:01 EDT

The new Early Show contributor offers recipes from her first cookbook, "The Comfort Table."

This Gold Star Mom A "Black Sheep"

Mon, 05 May 2008 14:00:04 EDT

Peggy Buryj wants the truth about the friendly fire death of her son in Iraq. He was shot in the back. She says the military has been less than candid with her, and she doesn't feel she fits in with other moms of soldiers who died while deployed.

Democrats Close In On Another Milepost

Mon, 05 May 2008 23:11:55 EDT

The Democratic chase for the White House is now just a day away from another milepost. North Carolina and Indiana hold primaries tomorrow and the two remaining candidates both see the outcome as crucial.

Punch, Cocktails Katie Lee Joel's Way

Tue, 06 May 2008 08:30:01 EDT

The new Early Show contributor serves them up right out of her first cookbook, "The Comfort Table."

Eight Belles' Death Sparks Controversy

Mon, 05 May 2008 19:30:02 EDT

Two days after Big Brown blazed across the finish line, the snapshot of Eight Belles down on the dirt set off a raging debate that extended far beyond the Kentucky Derby: Is horse racing now facing an image crisis?

"Iron Man" Rock Solid No. 1 In Debut

Mon, 05 May 2008 12:00:04 EDT

It topped the estimated weekend box office, taking in more than $100 million. "Made of Honor" was a distant second, at roughly $15 million. "Iron Man," starring Robert Downey Jr., is the first film from Marvel Comics' new studio.

Rich/Poor Income Gap Widening To Chasm

Sat, 10 May 2008 08:30:02 EDT

And the impact on those on the lower end of the scale continues to widen, evidence shows. Benno Schmidt looked into it, and a reporter who just penned a book on the topic discussed it, on The Early Show.

Safer Cars Making Rescues Riskier

Sat, 03 May 2008 11:30:01 EDT

That, in turn, could cost emergency responders precious time getting trapped people out of vehicles at crash scenes, experts say.

Great Gift Ideas To Suit Anyone's Mom

Sat, 03 May 2008 08:30:01 EDT

An expert offered terrific suggestions for different types of moms -- and budgets, on The Early Show.

Mexican Feast For Cinco de Mayo

Sun, 04 May 2008 10:00:01 EDT

Chef Scott Linquist prepared one - on a shoestring - on The Early Show. Guacamole and chicken tacos are the highlights.

Second Cup Cafe: We The Kings

Sat, 03 May 2008 09:00:02 EDT

We the Kings are the musical "rock royalty" of Bradenton, Fla.

Fed Cracks Down On "Unfair" Credit Cards

Sat, 03 May 2008 09:30:02 EDT

The Federal Reserve and other regulators initiated steps to end "unfair and deceptive" credit card industry practices assailing consumers who are already struggling to cope in a bad economy.

Clinton Calls For Gas Tax Vote

Fri, 02 May 2008 18:00:04 EDT

Hillary Rodham Clinton called for a vote Friday in the Democratic-controlled Congress on a summertime suspension of the federal gasoline tax, a plan that Barack Obama dismissed as a political stunt that would cost thousands of construction jobs.

CDC Warns About Measles Outbreaks

Sat, 03 May 2008 07:00:01 EDT

Measles outbreaks in several states have led to more than 70 cases so far this year, the worst in six years, health officials said.

Looking Back 60 Years On The "CBS TV News"

Mon, 05 May 2008 18:00:03 EDT

Sixty years ago at 7:30 in the evening, the first daily network television newscast premiered here on CBS. Katie Couric looks back on what was then called the "CBS TV News."

Greensburg, A Year After

Fri, 02 May 2008 12:30:03 EDT

The town continues its rebuilding efforts unabated, even as it approaches the first anniversary of the twister that almost erased it, and The Early Show was there for a weeklong series.

REO Rocks With Greensburg

Fri, 02 May 2008 12:30:02 EDT

The band did a live concert marking a milestone in the Kansas town's recovery -- a year of rebuilding after a massive twister all but wiped it out -- on The Early Show.

Grilled Beef Recipes, From Cattle Country

Fri, 02 May 2008 11:30:02 EDT

Top Texas chef Tim Love shared them in Greensburg, Kan., and the locals offered picnic side dishes, and desserts.

Uma Describes "Scary" Cards, E-mails

Fri, 02 May 2008 10:30:02 EDT

Uma Thurman testified Thursday that she was frightened and panicked when her accused stalker sent her a card with a drawing of an open grave, a headstone and a man standing on the edge of a razor blade.

Greensburg Continues To Come Back To Life

Fri, 02 May 2008 05:30:02 EDT

Community spirit abounds in the tiny Kansas town decimated by a twister a year ago. Its residents are determined to rebuild -- and The Early Show is there as the tornado's one-year anniversary approaches.

Dad Recalls "Sad Situation" At Fort Bragg

Thu, 01 May 2008 10:00:03 EDT

The father whose video of the outdated and unsanitary living conditions of barracks at Fort Bragg recalled his initial reaction upon stepping into his son's military quarters last month, saying it was "a very sad situation."

"Unbelievable" Act Of Sportsmanship

Thu, 01 May 2008 14:00:03 EDT

Two college softball players carried an opponent around the bases after she hit a home run, then got hurt. It cost their team the game, but they said they felt she deserved credit for the round-tripper, so they decided to help her.

"Mission Accomplished," 5 Years Later

Sat, 03 May 2008 12:00:01 EDT

May 1 marks the fifth anniversary of President George W. Bush's "Mission Accomplished" speech aboard the deck of the USS Abraham Lincoln.

Greensburg On Comeback Trail...

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:00:04 EDT

...and it's green! The Early Show continues to help the twister-leveled town rebuild.

Kate Hudson: '08's "Most Beautiful" Cover

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:00:03 EDT

She graces the latest People magazine list's issue. Halle Berry has now made it a record dozen times. Miley Cyrus made the grade, too, as did the cast of "Gossip Girls."

Clinton: Wright "Offensive And Outrageous"

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 17:00:02 EDT

For the first time since Barack Obama lashed out at his former pastor Rev. Jeremiah Wright, Democratic rival Hillary Rodham Clinton has weighed in on the controversy.

Greensburg: A Story Of Revival

Thu, 01 May 2008 14:00:03 EDT

The Early Show is pitching in as the Kansas town rebounds from a devastating twister a year ago.

Va. Residents Review Tornadoes' Aftermath

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:00:02 EDT

The twister that hit Suffolk, Va. cut a fickle, zigzagging path 25 miles long through neighborhoods, obliterating some homes and spraying splintered wood across lawns while leaving those standing just a few feet away untouched.

Many Polygamy Teens Moms Or Pregnant

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:00:03 EDT

Texas child welfare officials say almost 60 percent of the underage girls taken in a raid on a polygamist compound in west Texas either have children or are pregnant.

Losing Grasp On The American Dream

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:00:02 EDT

Not so long ago, Lisa and her husband, David, were living the American Dream - their own home, their own business, three kids. Now they're using food stamps and collecting cans. What happened? Seth Doane reports.

"Perfect Storm" At Nation's Food Banks

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:30:03 EDT

CBS News correspondent Pryia David explains. And one Florida youth spearheaded a law to help address the problem in his state.

REO Speedwagon To Play For Greensburg

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:00:02 EDT

Residents of the small Kansas community devastated by a tornado want to build an eco-friendly playground and REO Speedwagon and The Early Show want to help.

Greensburg's Rebirth

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:05:40 EDT

Locals and volunteers are working tirelessly to put the tiny, twister-torn Kansas town back on the map. The Early Show is lending a hand, too.

Cyrus "Embarrassed" By Photo Spread

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 05:30:02 EDT

Images some deem racy appear in the upcoming issue of Vanity Fair magazine. The pop star says she was led to believe the photos by famed fotog Annie Leibovitz would be "artistic."

Adam Wins "Big Brother 9"

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:00:03 EDT

It was a dramatic conclusion to Sunday night's "Big Brother 9" finale.

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Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:30:01 EDT

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Tax Rebates Come A Week Early

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:00:02 EDT

President Bush said tax rebates will start going out Monday, earlier than previously announced, and should help Americans cope with rising gasoline and food prices, as well as aid a slumping economy.

Gene Therapy Could Reverse Blindness

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 20:30:02 EDT

Scientists for the first time have used gene therapy to dramatically improve sight in people with a rare form of blindness, a development experts called a major advance for the experimental technique.

"Baby Mama" Delivers Box Office Win

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 07:30:03 EDT

"Baby Mama," Tina Fey and Amy Poehler's comedy about surrogate motherhood, delivered the No. 1 spot at the weekend box office with $18.3 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates.

With Times Tough, People Piling On Debt

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 06:00:01 EDT

They're turning more and more to credit cards and home equity loans to get by, but Ray Martin pointed to the pitfalls of such strategies, on The Early Show.

"Top Chef" Does Brunch!

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 18:30:03 EDT

... And Harold Dieterle, winner of the Bravo reality show, did it "on a shoestring," on The Early Show! His menu: Buckwheat Blueberry Pancakes; Poached Eggs with Smoked Salmon and Buttermilk Biscuits; and Fresh Fruit and Yogurt.