Jason de Leon has spent years studying undocumented migration and border concerns, trying to understand why people would leave their homes in search of new ones. The reasons can include climate change, poverty and violence, and in his newest book, Leon dives into clandestine border crossings like never before. Dana Jacobson has more. … [Read more...] about New book studies undocumented migrants and human smugglers
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The Uplift: Finding purpose
A widower finds a new purpose – in a Publix – after losing his wife. Then, volunteers in Southern California gather to work at a drive-thru that serves nutritious foods for those in need. … [Read more...] about The Uplift: Finding purpose
Louisiana boy receives surprising reward after generously giving away his only dollar
Nine-year-old Kelvin Ellis Jr. of Louisiana had just received a dollar for good grades, the only dollar to his name. When he chose to give it away to a man he thought was homeless, he received a surprising reward. Steve Hartman has the story in "On the Road." … [Read more...] about Louisiana boy receives surprising reward after generously giving away his only dollar
A boy gave away his only dollar. In exchange, he was rewarded for his generosity.
Nine-year-old Kelvin Ellis Jr. had just received the dollar for good grades, and it was the only money he had to his name. … [Read more...] about A boy gave away his only dollar. In exchange, he was rewarded for his generosity.
U.S. added jobs in April: What to know
New data shows the labor market is in a healthy place but did cool down in April. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more. … [Read more...] about U.S. added jobs in April: What to know