How the Iowa caucuses work
The Iowa caucuses mark the first contest in the 2024 presidential election. Ed O'Keefe explains how the system works.
The Iowa caucuses mark the first contest in the 2024 presidential election. Ed O'Keefe explains how the system works.
Republican candidates rallied supporters across Iowa on Sunday in preparation for Monday's caucuses. Freezing temperatures and snow forced many candidates to change their plans and are raising some fears over turnout. Robert Costa reports.
Despite a relatively small number of delegates being awarded in the caucus, being first in the nation means all eyes are on Iowa.
The frontrunner in Monday's Iowa caucuses is a man whose legal woes - from 91 criminal indictments to a civil fraud trial - are testing the GOP's willingness to raise him at their standard-bearer once again.
On Monday Republicans in Iowa will caucus for their presidential nominee. The frontrunner is a man whose legal woes, from 91 criminal indictments to a civil fraud trial, are testing the GOP's willingness to raise him as their standard-bearer once again. CBS News chief election & campaign correspondent Robert Costa looks at how Donald Trump's rhetoric and grievances in and out of the courtroom are playing out on the campaign trail.
Heavy snow and subfreezing temperatures have created major campaign challenges for Republican candidates in the final weekend before the Iowa caucuses. The frontrunner, former President Donald Trump, remained comfortably far away from Iowa's polar plains Saturday. Major Garrett reports from Des Moines.
Wind chill may push temperatures as low as -45 F when Iowa Republicans go to caucus Monday night.
Record cold is expected in Iowa for Monday's presidential caucuses. Despite the frigid temperatures, Republican candidates are reaching into all 99 counties ahead of the first contest of the 2024 race. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Just three days before the Iowa caucuses, the state is seeing whiteout conditions and bone-chilling cold, with a blizzard warning set to take effect Saturday. The bad weather has forced Republican contenders to adapt, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley canceling a series of events. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
The winter snow storm that will blanket Iowa through the Monday caucuses is not preventing the final push by Republican candidates to woo voters looking for an alternative to front-runner Donald Trump. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil reports.
Ron DeSantis' 2024 campaign manager, James Uthmeier, told CBS News Thursday he doesn't think Iowa is "a must-win state," just days ahead of the caucuses. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne join CBS News to share their views on Iowa and the state of the 2024 presidential campaign.
Republican presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis are making their final pitches to voters in Iowa, hoping to sway those who are considering an alternative to former President Donald Trump. The former president attended his New York civil fraud trial on Thursday instead of campaigning in Iowa. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe is keeping up with the 2024 presidential elections.
Freezing temperatures could impact the upcoming Iowa caucuses on Monday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Former President Donald Trump appeared in a New York courtroom Thursday for closing arguments in his civil fraud trial. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is betting big on Iowa to give his campaign the momentum it needs to secure the Republican nomination. DeSantis campaign manager James Uthmeier joins "America Decides" to assess the GOP field and the governor's path towards victory.
Four days out from the Iowa caucuses, former President Donald Trump attended closing arguments in his civil fraud trial. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns examines how Trump is factoring his court cases into his 2024 campaign strategy.
A look at exchanges between the two candidates on abortion, immigration and the war in Ukraine.
But, during a town hall while Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley were holding the last Republican debate before the Iowa caucuses, he called getting Roe v. Wade overturned a "miracle" and bragged about his role in it.
The Republican field lost a presidential candidate as former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie called it quits Wednesday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on what his departure could mean for the Iowa caucuses.
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ends his bid for the White House. Political strategists Maura Gillepsie and Chuck Rocha join CBS News to discuss the decision and what it means for the rest of the GOP field.
With just five days until the Iowa caucuses, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie suspends his campaign for president. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and political director Fin Gomez report from Iowa with the latest on the GOP primaries.
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie announced Wednesday that he is dropping out of the presidential race, less than a week before the Iowa caucuses. Ed O'Keefe has more from Des Moines.
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie announced Wednesday he is suspending his 2024 presidential campaign at an event in New Hampshire. "It's clear to me tonight, that there isn't a path for me to win the nomination," he said.
The GOP candidates vying to win over Iowa voters ahead of Monday's caucuses will participate in different events Wednesday. Former President Donald Trump will take part in a Fox News town hall, while Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis will face off in a debate on CNN. CBS News campaign reporter Taurean Small is following the events from Des Moines.
The GOP candidates square off in their first debate of 2024 -- and final debate before the 2024 Iowa Caucus.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year.
The Supreme Court reversed a decision from lower court that found GOP lawmakers improperly used race when designing one of South Carolina's congressional districts.
Louisville police released dashcam footage and video taken by a street camera outside the golf course.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
The bill is likely to fail for a second time, but Democrats will try to use Republicans' resistance to shift the narrative on border security in their favor.
Taiwan puts forces on alert, accuses China of an "irrational provocation" with its latest war games, and vows not to "shy away" from any threat.
The sister of an Israeli hostage seen in a Hamas video says the world needs to see the grim images, because "people are forgetting."
The grizzly bit into the 35-year-old man's can of bear repellent and was hit with a burst of it, causing the animal to flee.
Many Americans are increasingly skeptical about the value of a college degree. Here's what the income and wealth data shows.
Court documents reveal new details about the murders of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley in rural Oklahoma earlier this year.
It's the first state dinner for a leader of an African nation since George W. Bush was president.
Louisville police released dashcam footage and video taken by a street camera outside the golf course.
Governor Ron DeSantis and state attorney general announce complaint against Starbucks coffee chain on conservative talk radio show.
Warrick Dunn will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame later this year, but the NFL legend's most important legacy may be his housing program for single-parent families.
Governor Ron DeSantis and state attorney general announce complaint against Starbucks coffee chain on conservative talk radio show.
Many Americans are increasingly skeptical about the value of a college degree. Here's what the income and wealth data shows.
The European Union fined Mondelez, the U.S. confectioner behind major brands including Oreo, 337.5 million euros ($366 million) for restricting sales of products within the 27-country bloc.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
The postal service has allegedly fired mail carriers in at least seven states after they reported getting hurt while on the job.
It's the first state dinner for a leader of an African nation since George W. Bush was president.
The Supreme Court reversed a decision from lower court that found GOP lawmakers improperly used race when designing one of South Carolina's congressional districts.
The bill is likely to fail for a second time, but Democrats will try to use Republicans' resistance to shift the narrative on border security in their favor.
A strong wind gust toppled the stage at a campaign rally for a longshot Mexican presidential candidate, killing at least nine and injuring dozens, officials said.
The Justice Department filed a federal lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry.
Singer and actor Nick Jonas says these three things help him take care of his mental health as part of his Type 1 diabetes management.
A Michigan farmworker has been diagnosed with bird flu after being in contact with cows presumed to be infected, state health officials announced in a statement Wednesday.
A firefighting foam known as AFFF contains PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," that have been linked to cancer.
Actor Taye Diggs is opening about a mental health condition that has affected his younger sister Christian: schizophrenia, which impacts how a person thinks, feels and behaves.
Vital Pursuit will include whole-grain bowls, protein pasta, sandwich melts and gluten-free options.
The sister of an Israeli hostage seen in a Hamas video says the world needs to see the grim images, because "people are forgetting."
Deadly unrest on France's far-flung Pacific territory of New Caledonia has drawn a hasty visit by President Emmanuel Macron.
The San Jose galleon sank more than three centuries ago laden with gold, silver and emeralds believed to be worth billions of dollars.
Taiwan puts forces on alert, accuses China of an "irrational provocation" with its latest war games, and vows not to "shy away" from any threat.
A Thai hospital treating people injured by turbulence on the Singapore Airlines flight from London says 20 remain in intensive care.
"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" topped Apple Music's list while Michael Jackson's "Thriller," Stevie Wonder's "Songs in the Key of Life" and Nirvana's "Nevermind" finished in the top 10.
Radio host Charlamagne tha God is known for his straightforward opinions on "The Breakfast Club." In his new book, "Get Honest or Die Lying," he writes about the impact of having meaningful conversations.
"CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King sits down with music legend Lenny Kravitz to talk about his upcoming album, growing up in New York City, overcoming his insecurities and more.
Grammy-winning artist Lenny Kravitz tells Gayle King about some of the inspiration behind his new album "Blue Electric Light" in a sitdown interview for "CBS Mornings."
Lenny Kravitz sits down exclusively with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King to discuss his upcoming 12th studio album "Blue Electric Light," releasing just days before his 60th birthday. The Grammy award-winning rockstar also talks about his NYC roots, his insecurities, and being open to finding love.
Artificial intelligence can create fake images and videos of real people, including so-called deepfake porn. Congress is now considering a bill to make it illegal to share those images, exposing those who post deepfake porn to jail time and a hefty fine. There were more than 21,000 deepfake porn videos online last year.
Amazon's Alexa voice assistant is getting an upgrade to make it more conversational and intuitive as Amazon tries to compete with newer chat models introduced by Google and OpenAI. Eugene Kim, chief technology correspondent for Business Insider, joined CBS News to discuss the changes.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Nebraska sued social media giant TikTok and its parent company ByteDance, claiming the platform targets minors with "addictive design" and alleging it's "fueling a youth mental health crisis."
The FCC is introducing a proposal to require political advertisers to disclose when they use Ai-generated content in broadcast TV and radio ads.
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought, a finding that could help predict extreme solar storms.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released new 2024 weather outlooks for the summer. CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans breaks down how the predictions may be connected to climate change.
The Environmental Protection Agency is urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation's drinking water from cyberattacks. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins to discuss.
The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.
Court documents reveal new details about the murders of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley in rural Oklahoma earlier this year.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection said that the six tons of meth were found in hundreds of packages hidden in the shipment.
Family members of the victims of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, have agreed to settle their lawsuit against the city for around $2 million. It includes money for the graves of the victims. Lawyers also announced a new lawsuit, this one against the state of Texas.
The Drug Enforcement Administration says it seized over 79 million fake pills containing fentanyl in 2023, a more than 33% increase from the year before. To combat the crisis, officials are cracking down on drug traffickers by targeting online retailers selling pill presses. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga explains.
The family members of Uvalde school shooting victims announced Wednesday a $2 million settlement with the Texas city. Law enforcement agencies who responded to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School have come under scrutiny for their actions during the attack. Josh Koskoff, a lawyer representing the victims' families, spoke at a press conference.
Shining galaxies, a purple and orange star nursery and a spiral galaxy are among the new images.
NASA managers have ordered additional reviews of a small helium leak in Boeing's Starliner spacecraft to make sure it can be safely launched as is.
May's full moon will peak on Thursday morning, but the Flower Moon already appears full.
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought, a finding that could help predict extreme solar storms.
NASA ruled out a planned Saturday launch of Boeing's Starliner to allow more time for analysis of a small, but persistent helium leak in the ship's propulsion system.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
The American Academy of Pediatricians is issuing updated breastfeeding guidance for people with HIV, saying with routine medication to suppress the virus, the risk of transmission is less than 1%. Dr. Dyan Hes, director of pediatrics at Concorde Medical Group, joined CBS News to discuss the development.
Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and Louisville Metro Police Department Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel gave an update Thursday on last week's arrest of golfer Scottie Scheffler outside the PGA Championship. Greenberg said the arresting officer was not wearing a bodycam, but that they would release video of the incident later in the day.
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced Wednesday that the next general election would take place July 4, a move that's been greeted with derision from some members of his own party. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Thursday an antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation. The Justice Department is accusing them of illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry to the detriment of concertgoers and artists alike.
Former GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley said Wednesday she will vote for Donald Trump in November, but is standing by what she said about the former president in her campaign suspension speech. Haley had said Trump was not qualified to lead the United States. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos has more.