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Henrietta Lacks' Family Reaches Settlement Over Use Of Immortal 'Hela Cells'

Henrietta Lacks' Family Reaches Settlement Over Use Of Immortal 'Hela Cells'

CBS News The family of Henrietta Lacks reached a settlement Monday in their lawsuit against a biotech company over the use of the Baltimore woman's immortal cells, known as "HeLa cells."

Congress Votes To Suspend Russia Trade Status, Enact Oil Ban

Congress Votes To Suspend Russia Trade Status, Enact Oil Ban

Associated Press Congress voted overwhelmingly Thursday to suspend normal trade relations with Russia and ban the importation of its oil, ratcheting up the U.S. response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine amid reports of atrocities.

Chelsea Manning: Insurgent Bid For U.S. Senate Is Genuine

Chelsea Manning: Insurgent Bid For U.S. Senate Is Genuine

Chelsea Manning is no longer living as a transgender woman in a male military prison, serving the lengthiest sentence ever for revealing U.S. government secrets.

House, Senate Reach Deal On Russia Sanctions, To Vote Tuesday

House, Senate Reach Deal On Russia Sanctions, To Vote Tuesday

Negotiators from the House and Senate have come to an agreement on Russia sanctions after securing overwhelming support in the Senate but stalling in the House.

Democrats Have Enough Votes To Filibuster SCOTUS Nominee

Democrats Have Enough Votes To Filibuster SCOTUS Nominee

Opposition to Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch among Senate Democrats has grown exponentially, and they now have enough votes to filibuster his nomination.

Committee OKs Tillerson For Secretary Of State

Committee OKs Tillerson For Secretary Of State

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has narrowly approved President Donald Trump's choice for secretary of state.

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Obama: US And Cuba Will Resume Diplomatic Relations, Open Embassies

Obama: US And Cuba Will Resume Diplomatic Relations, Open Embassies

News 9 President Obama announced Wednesday that the U.S. and Cuba have reached an agreement to open embassies in Havana and Washington, marking a major step in ending hostilities between the longtime foes.

Obama: US And Cuba Will Resume Diplomatic Relations, Open Embassies

Obama: US And Cuba Will Resume Diplomatic Relations, Open Embassies

News 9 President Obama announced Wednesday that the U.S. and Cuba have reached an agreement to open embassies in Havana and Washington, marking a major step in ending hostilities between the longtime foes.

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Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Katie Alexander A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot in the chest on Monday night, according to the Tulsa Police Department.

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Katie Alexander A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot in the chest on Monday night, according to the Tulsa Police Department.

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

MaKayla Glenn Two local mechanics, Jess Monroe and Eric Knudsen, demonstrated incredible selflessness during the Oklahoma wildfires when they rushed to fix a broken fire truck at a critical time. Despite losing his home to the fires, Jess didn’t hesitate to help, believing that running the truck could save at least one house.

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

MaKayla Glenn Two local mechanics, Jess Monroe and Eric Knudsen, demonstrated incredible selflessness during the Oklahoma wildfires when they rushed to fix a broken fire truck at a critical time. Despite losing his home to the fires, Jess didn’t hesitate to help, believing that running the truck could save at least one house.

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Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

Heightened fire risks persist across Green Country

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Man taken to hospital in Tulsa after being shot in chest

Katie Alexander A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot in the chest on Monday night, according to the Tulsa Police Department.

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

Oklahoma mechanics step in to fix fire truck during wildfires: A story of selflessness

MaKayla Glenn Two local mechanics, Jess Monroe and Eric Knudsen, demonstrated incredible selflessness during the Oklahoma wildfires when they rushed to fix a broken fire truck at a critical time. Despite losing his home to the fires, Jess didn’t hesitate to help, believing that running the truck could save at least one house.

Q&A with Representatives Tom Cole and Stephanie Bice re: DOGE

Q&A with Representatives Tom Cole and Stephanie Bice re: DOGE

Alex Cameron In recent interviews, Reps. Tom Cole and Stephanie Bice discussed the controversial efforts of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, to streamline federal spending.

Resources, How you can help Oklahomans affected by wildfires

Resources, How you can help Oklahomans affected by wildfires

Bella Roddy Recent wildfires have devastated parts of Oklahoma, causing widespread damage and displacement. For those in need of assistance or looking to support recovery efforts, here are verified fundraisers, relief organizations, and shelter locations.

'It was tremendous just to see:' Family, friends, strangers jump in to save Terlton home from wildfires

'It was tremendous just to see:' Family, friends, strangers jump in to save Terlton home from wildfires

Chloe Abbott When a fire was racing up to a family’s home in Pawnee County, their family, friends, and even total strangers jumped in to help. The Wisnoskie family feels very lucky to be spared the devastation others have endured.

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