RNC clears the way for "midterm convention" later this year
The Republican National Committee on Friday voted to amend its bylaws to clear the way for a GOP "midterm convention" ahead of November's elections.
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Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
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Chicago surgeon pleads not guilty to Ohio double murde
A Chicago doctor pleaded not guilty in an Ohio court to the murder of his ex-wife and her new husband in their Columbus home in December.
Judge says feds must fund child care subsidies in 5 states for now
A federal judge says the Trump administration must keep the money flowing for now for programs aimed at helping low-income families with children in five states.
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Trump says "armada" of warships is headed toward Iran "just in case"
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
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Deadly shootings at Canada high school, home
At least nine people were killed, dozens were injured, and the shooter is dead after a set of shootings in British Columbia, Canadian police said Tuesday. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Trump called police about Epstein decades ago
Newly surfaced records show that 20 years ago, then-private citizen Donald Trump called police in Palm Beach, Florida, about Jeffrey Epstein. He told police, "Thank goodness you're stopping him. Everyone has known he's been doing this." The call contradicts President Trump's claim that he was unaware of Epstein's crimes. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Man detained, released in Nancy Guthrie case
A man who only wanted to be identified as Carlos wants to clear his name after he was detained and then released in connection with the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports, and Steve Jensen, a former assistant director at the FBI, has more on the investigation.
Man says he was detained in Guthrie case
Authorities in Arizona said they detained a "subject" in connection to the Nancy Guthrie investigation. Hours later, a man who identified himself as Carlos said he was that person and that authorities searched his car and a van before releasing him. Police have not confirmed that Carlos was that subject.
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Man who says he was person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's abduction released
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing on Feb. 1 and ransom notes were being investigated.
Retired FBI agents analyze new images in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
The FBI on Tuesday released images and videos showing a person outside Nancy Guthrie's front door in Tucson, Arizona, wearing a ski mask and gloves and carrying a backpack and what appears to be a weapon.
Ex-FBI special agent on new Guthrie footage
The FBI on Tuesday released new surveillance footage of a masked person on the front porch of Nancy Guthrie's home. Former FBI Special Agent Jeff Harp joins to analyze the video.
Officials believe person in Guthrie video was armed
The FBI on Tuesday released surveillance images of a masked person at Nancy Guthrie's front door. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Epstein survivor on DOJ's handling of files
The Justice Department is facing bipartisan criticism over its handling of the release of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Danielle Bensky, an Epstein survivor, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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How slower U.S. population growth could impact the economy
A slowdown in immigration and lower birth rates could crimp the U.S. economy by shrinking the nation's workforce, researchers say
Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, topping expectations
Economists had forecast a monthly payroll gain of 75,000, according to polling from financial data company FactSet.
House to vote on the SAVE America Act as GOP makes election bill push
The House is set to vote Wednesday on the SAVE America Act, which would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
Letters found in home show messages between WWII soldier, future wife
The letters by William Raymond Whittaker and Jane Dean were found in a Nashville home that had belonged to Jane and her siblings.
Bondi set to testify at House hearing amid scrutiny over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi is set to field questions about the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files.
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How slower U.S. population growth could impact the economy
A slowdown in immigration and lower birth rates could crimp the U.S. economy by shrinking the nation's workforce, researchers say
Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, topping expectations
Economists had forecast a monthly payroll gain of 75,000, according to polling from financial data company FactSet.
New Medicaid work rules likely to hit middle-aged adults hard
Republicans have said new Medicaid work rules are aimed at unemployed young people who should have jobs. Policy researchers say the rules are more likely to disrupt coverage for middle-aged adults.
Bought a new car last year? You could qualify for this tax break.
New deduction allows taxpayers to deduct up to $10,000 on interest they paid to buy a new American-made vehicle in 2025.
Estée Lauder accuses Walmart of selling counterfeits of its products
Estée Lauder lawsuit alleges Walmart sells fake versions of products from brands including Aveda, Clinique and Tom Ford.
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House to vote on the SAVE America Act as GOP makes election bill push
The House is set to vote Wednesday on the SAVE America Act, which would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
Bondi set to testify at House hearing amid scrutiny over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi is set to field questions about the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files.
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DNC tallied over $7 million in grassroots fundraising last month
Democrats are facing a stark cash gap with the Republican National Committee after the GOP closed 2025 with $95 million in cash on hand.
Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
House Republicans break with Trump, blocking a bid to protect tariff authority
GOP leaders launched an unsuccessful bid to reinstate a ban on resolutions that challenged the president's sweeping tariffs.
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Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
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Russian drone kills father, 3 young kids, seriously wounds pregnant mom
Ukrainian officials say a man and his three toddlers were killed when a Russian drone razed their house, and the mother, 35 weeks pregnant, is in critical condition.
9 killed, dozens injured in shootings at high school and home in Canada
The suspected shooter was found dead in the school from a "self-inflicted injury," Canadian police said.
Spanish skater in Minions costume reflects on music rights dispute, performance
Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate donned his Minions costume at the 2026 Winter Olympics in the men's short program, days after he received approval for the music.
Maxim Naumov makes Olympic debut 1 year after parents killed in midair collision
Maxim Naumov's score Tuesday was enough to make it through the short program, giving him another opportunity to perform when the men's free skate takes place Friday night.
Irish man held by ICE says he had U.S. work permit, fears for his life
Seamus Culleton says he's been held for 5 months in a "filthy" ICE detention camp despite a U.S. work permit and green card application.
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Chappell Roan leaves Wasserman talent agency after his mentions in Epstein files
Chappell Roan says she's left her talent agency after its CEO, Casey Wasserman, was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Analyzing best and worst Super Bowl LX ads
Just 30 seconds of highly coveted commercial airtime during the Super Bowl costs as much as $10 million, according to CBS News MoneyWatch. Bill Pearce, marketing faculty member at The University of California, Berkeley, joins to discuss some of the ads from Super Bowl LX.
Could Trump's Bad Bunny attacks alienate Latinos?
Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show included superstar surprise guests and a message of unity and cultural celebration. While many praised the performance, President Trump took to social media to criticize the show. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
Bad Bunny and the politics of the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is a football game, an entertainment spectacle, a global billboard and a crucible of American political discord. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains.
Catherine O'Hara's cause of death was a pulmonary embolism
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
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AI tech boom causes shortages
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Social media companies face massive trial
Opening statements began in a landmark trial against Google and Meta on the apparent harms of social media platforms. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
Social media giants accused of "addicting the brains of children" as trial begins
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
Trial over social media addiction in kids begins
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
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Deadly shootings at Canada high school, home
At least nine people were killed, dozens were injured, and the shooter is dead after a set of shootings in British Columbia, Canadian police said Tuesday. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Trump called police about Epstein decades ago
Newly surfaced records show that 20 years ago, then-private citizen Donald Trump called police in Palm Beach, Florida, about Jeffrey Epstein. He told police, "Thank goodness you're stopping him. Everyone has known he's been doing this." The call contradicts President Trump's claim that he was unaware of Epstein's crimes. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Man detained, released in Nancy Guthrie case
A man who only wanted to be identified as Carlos wants to clear his name after he was detained and then released in connection with the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports, and Steve Jensen, a former assistant director at the FBI, has more on the investigation.
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Authorities in Arizona said they detained a "subject" in connection to the Nancy Guthrie investigation. Hours later, a man who identified himself as Carlos said he was that person and that authorities searched his car and a van before releasing him. Police have not confirmed that Carlos was that subject.
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Man who says he was person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's abduction released
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing on Feb. 1 and ransom notes were being investigated.
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Deadly shootings at Canada high school, home
At least nine people were killed, dozens were injured, and the shooter is dead after a set of shootings in British Columbia, Canadian police said Tuesday. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Trump called police about Epstein decades ago
Newly surfaced records show that 20 years ago, then-private citizen Donald Trump called police in Palm Beach, Florida, about Jeffrey Epstein. He told police, "Thank goodness you're stopping him. Everyone has known he's been doing this." The call contradicts President Trump's claim that he was unaware of Epstein's crimes. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Man detained, released in Nancy Guthrie case
A man who only wanted to be identified as Carlos wants to clear his name after he was detained and then released in connection with the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports, and Steve Jensen, a former assistant director at the FBI, has more on the investigation.
Man says he was detained in Guthrie case
Authorities in Arizona said they detained a "subject" in connection to the Nancy Guthrie investigation. Hours later, a man who identified himself as Carlos said he was that person and that authorities searched his car and a van before releasing him. Police have not confirmed that Carlos was that subject.
Eye Opener: Person released in Guthrie case
A person is detained and released in connection to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as authorities release new video and images tied to the case. Plus, the FAA halts flights to and from El Paso's airport for 10 days. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.