California man "genuinely remorseful" for role in 2016 election interference
California native Richard Pinedo pleads guilty to one count of identity fraud in connection to the government's investigation into Russian meddlilng
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Will Melania Trump move to the White House?
There is "obvious sensitivity" to pulling her son out of school mid-year, according to the Trump transition team
Top Trump adviser speaks out on agenda, white nationalism
Steve Bannon, chief strategist for Donald Trump's White House, discusses his "economic" nationalism, why "darkness is good"
Donald Trump demands apology from "very rude" "Hamilton" cast
Donald Trump calls for the theater to be a "safe and special place" after he says Vice President-elect Mike Pence was “harassed” at "Hamilton" show
Donald Trump's national security picks signal sharp shift
Jeff Sessions tapped to serve as attorney general in trio of picks for Donald Trump's national security team
Congressional Dems concerned by Trump's early appointments
The Congressional Black Caucus called attorney general pick Jeff Sessions’ civil rights record “appalling”
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Donald Trump taps Republican congressman for CIA director
GOP incumbent member of Congress picked to run Central Intelligence Agency
Fake news creator claims he put Trump in White House
"Honestly, people are definitely dumber," Paul Horner told The Washington Post to explain the explosion of his made-up content
San Francisco teacher's Trump lesson plan stirs controversy
High school teacher takes on post-election question of whether teachers are supposed to educate or advocate
GOP senator, a Trump critic, weighs in on Steve Bannon, Cabinet picks
Sen. Jeff Flake of Arizona comments on Steve Bannon as a top White House strategist, Rudy Giuliani as a possible secretary of state
Live updates: Trump transition to the White House
The latest news on what's going on with the presidential transition - Trump reacts to Fidel Castro's death, pans Green Party's recount efforts
Trump on Clinton prosecutor: "I'm going to think about it"
Clinton "did some bad things," Trump told "60 Minutes," but said the Clintons are ultimately "good people"
Trump hedges on some campaign promises on "60 Minutes"
When it comes to marriage equality, health care, and divisive rhetoric, Trump indicates to "60 Minutes" his views are complicated
Trump aide: Clinton, Obama must quell protests
Kellyanne Conway, who ran Trump's campaign, said Sunday that the GOP businessman won a "decisive victory" in the Electoral College and has a "mandate" to govern
Gingrich: Trump needs a “very aggressive first year”
The former House speaker told "Face the Nation" that D.C. requires winners to give it a good shove early on, otherwise nothing happens
Sanders on Trump: We must "hold him accountable”
The former 2016 hopeful says Democrats need to think hard about why they lost and focus less on fundraising among the "liberal elite"
The view of voters in West Virginia coal country
Ted Koppel visits McDowell County, where Trump bested Clinton by a four-to-one margin, and finds voters in desperate straits
Top Trump aide gives new details on president-elect's next move
President-elect has busy few days ahead of him as he enters into flurry of transitioning to the White House
Universities struggle with racially charged incidents after Trump victory
University of Oklahoma student has been temporarily suspended for racist messages sent on group chat to black freshman at University of Pennsylvania
Clinton's loss spurs supporters to leave uplifting messages for campaign
Democratic presidential nominee's supporters mourn her defeat in some touching ways
On "60 Minutes," Trump weighs Twitter use as president
President-elect frequently used social media tool over the last year to wage White House campaign
Trump transition team begins minority outreach
The ten-point policy outline includes a "plan for urban renewal"
Shots fired during Trump protest in Oregon
Confrontation turns violent as hundreds marched through Portland, disrupting traffic and spray-painting graffiti
Politics
Elizabeth Warren gets coveted Iowa newspaper endorsement
Iowa's caucuses are February 3, the first nominating contest in the nation.
Lev Parnas releases recording of Trump dinner: Full video
"Get rid of her. Get her out tomorrow. I don't care. Get her out tomorrow. Take her out. OK? Do it," president is heard saying in the recording.
NPR host says Pompeo shouted and swore at her after interview
NPR host Mary Louise Kelly also said the secretary of state, after a contentious interview, brought her into a room and demanded she find Ukraine on an unmarked map.
Lev Parnas claims he has audio of Trump ordering Ukraine ambassador's firing
"Get rid of her. Get her out tomorrow. I don't care. Get her out tomorrow," President Trump said, in a recording released Friday.
Deval Patrick announces six-day bus tour in New Hampshire
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, the former Massachusetts governor explained the strategy behind his plan.
Trump campaign Iowa staffer found dead
No foul play is suspected in the death of James Xing, who was a regional field director.
Space Force or Star Trek? Trump unveils new Space Force logo
"Star Trek" fans may set their phasers to stun after seeing the new Space Force logo.
Trump admin plans to expand restrictive border policies
"The Trump administration is clearly attempting to scale up its crackdown on asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border," an immigration expert told CBS News.
Sanders on health care, impeachment and Hillary Clinton
Sanders spoke to "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell about impeachment, the campaign and his health plan.
Pentagon says 34 U.S. troops treated after Iran attack
U.S. officials initially said no one was injured in the January 8 attack on Al Asad airbase, which was retaliation for the strike that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani.
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Hong Kong declares emergency over coronavirus and closes schools
The coronavirus outbreak started in central China and has left 56 people dead.
Locust outbreak in Kenya is worst in 70 years
"Even cows are wondering what is happening," said Ndunda Makanga, who spent hours Friday trying to chase the locusts from his farm.
More than 1,000 injured, 22 dead in earthquake in Turkey
Rescue workers were searching for people buried under rubble.
"Vampire" star discovered in the midst of a feeding frenzy
A previously unknown dwarf star is sucking the essence away from its neighbor, astronomers said Friday.
Trump admin plans to expand restrictive border policies
"The Trump administration is clearly attempting to scale up its crackdown on asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border," an immigration expert told CBS News.
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Dodgers players weigh in on Astros' sign stealing
"It's hard to feel like they earned it. Just not 100% sure if they should be called champions for the rest of their lives," third baseman Justin Turner said.
Healing continues 30 years after prom night murders
More than three decades after the 1989 murders of her mother, stepfather and two sisters, Jessi Toronjo shares her emotional journey from a scared child to a woman intent on maintaining justice for her family.
A lifelong friendship rekindled through tragedy
The Pelley family murders tore two friends apart for 20 years; when they finally reconnected, they discovered a funny coincidence
Impeachment trial: Trump's lawyers lay out their defense
The president's lawyers will continue their arguments on Monday.
5.0 magnitude earthquake hits Puerto Rico
The newest quake comes a day after hundreds of people in the island's southern region were evacuated from earthquake shelters that flooded after heavy rains hit the U.S. territory.
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Elizabeth Warren gets coveted Iowa newspaper endorsement
Iowa's caucuses are February 3, the first nominating contest in the nation.
Lev Parnas releases recording of Trump dinner: Full video
"Get rid of her. Get her out tomorrow. I don't care. Get her out tomorrow. Take her out. OK? Do it," president is heard saying in the recording.
NPR host says Pompeo shouted and swore at her after interview
NPR host Mary Louise Kelly also said the secretary of state, after a contentious interview, brought her into a room and demanded she find Ukraine on an unmarked map.
Lev Parnas claims he has audio of Trump ordering Ukraine ambassador's firing
"Get rid of her. Get her out tomorrow. I don't care. Get her out tomorrow," President Trump said, in a recording released Friday.
Deval Patrick announces six-day bus tour in New Hampshire
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, the former Massachusetts governor explained the strategy behind his plan.
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Dodgers players weigh in on Astros' sign stealing
"It's hard to feel like they earned it. Just not 100% sure if they should be called champions for the rest of their lives," third baseman Justin Turner said.
Bezos' girlfriend shared texts about affair
The girlfriend of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is reportedly linked to published text messages about their affair. According to the Wall Street Journal, prosecutors say Lauren Sanchez sent her brother texts about her relationship with Bezos that were later published in The National Enquirer. Danya Bacchus reports.
Andy Shauf performs "Things I Do"
Born and raised in western Canada, Andy Shauf’s parents owned a music and electronics store. It gave him the chance to master several instruments. He began performing, then recording, and became known for creating albums where the songs advance a single story. Shauf joined "CBS This Morning" to perform "Things I Do."
Andy Shauf performs "Neon Skyline"
Born and raised in western Canada, Andy Shauf’s parents owned a music and electronics store. It gave him the chance to master several instruments. He began performing, then recording, and became known for creating albums where the songs advance a single story. Shauf joined "CBS This Morning" to perform "Neon Skyline"
Andy Shauf performs "Try Again"
Born and raised in western Canada, Andy Shauf’s parents owned a music and electronics store. It gave him the chance to master several instruments. He began performing, then recording, and became known for creating albums where the songs advance a single story. Shauf joined "CBS This Morning" to perform "Try Again."
Technology
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5G expansion is giving this industry a boost
Technical advances in cellphone service have sparked a demand for climbers with technical skills and strong stomachs to install new gear atop cellphone towers.
That text about a FedEx "package"? It could be a scam
Delivery giant warning customers about a text message scam that could cost them almost $100 a month.
Tech withholds data that could prove innocence
Omar Ameen is an Iraqi refugee accused of carrying out an ISIS hit in Iraq in 2014 before coming to the United States.
Tesla's Elon Musk in line for massive $340 million payout
Billionaire CEO could get even richer now that his electric car maker has passed a key stock market benchmark.
Saudi Arabia denies hacking Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos' phone
The United Nations calls for further investigation of evidence it says suggests Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent Bezos a file carrying malware.
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Nature up close: Are humans really the smartest species?
Attributing human actions and thoughts to non-human animals that appear to mimic our behavior may be fanciful, but we may be getting it backwards
Scientists say this planet could unlock insights about Earth
Venus' heat-trapping atmosphere – 97% carbon dioxide – and 900-degree average surface temperature present both a challenge and an opportunity for learning about Earth's formation.
Astronauts perform spacewalk to fix $2 billion cosmic ray detector
The last in a series of spacewalks should put a $2 billion scientific instrument back in business.
"Vampire" star discovered in the midst of a feeding frenzy
A previously unknown dwarf star is sucking the essence away from its neighbor, astronomers said Friday.
New Yorkers spot bald eagle in the city: "It was pretty spectacular"
Residents are reporting seeing the unmistakable sight in the Upper West Side section of New York City.
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Hong Kong declares emergency over coronavirus and closes schools
The coronavirus outbreak started in central China and has left 56 people dead.
Floridians are fighting over sunscreen bans
Environmentalists say chemicals destroy coral reefs that support tourism, but some state lawmakers see skin cancer danger.
Phoenix woman fights to keep frozen embryos
The new law says in the case of a divorce, frozen embryos will go to the spouse who intends to use them to have a baby.
Coronavirus fears close Shanghai Disney Resort
Theme-park operator's move comes as McDonald's temporarily closes outlets in five Chinese cities due to deadly virus.
What is the coronavirus illness blamed for multiple deaths in China?
Officials in China and around the world are racing to contain the spread of a deadly new strain of virus.
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Delta fined $50,000 for booting off Muslim passengers
U.S. Transportation Department levies penalty for violating anti-bias laws over removals of Muslim-American passengers
Stocks fall as coronavirus cases appear in U.S.
Wall Street saw its worst day in months, with shares of health care and travel companies taking big hits.
Las Vegas changing "What happens here, stays here" slogan
With tourism leveling off in the gambling mecca, city officials set to unveil new catchphrase during Grammy Awards.
Trump to sign USMCA at White House Wednesday
The signing will come in the middle of the Senate impeachment trial.
Nonprofits worry sale of dot-org universe will hike costs
Opponents are concerned the sale could lead to higher fees, as well as potential loss of freedoms of speech.
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Healing continues 30 years after prom night murders
More than three decades after the 1989 murders of her mother, stepfather and two sisters, Jessi Toronjo shares her emotional journey from a scared child to a woman intent on maintaining justice for her family.
Evidence photos: Pelley family quadruple murder
On April 30, 1989, police in Lakeville, Indiana encountered a crime scene they'd never forget: two adults and two children found shot dead in their home.
A lifelong friendship rekindled through tragedy
The Pelley family murders tore two friends apart for 20 years; when they finally reconnected, they discovered a funny coincidence
Rapper YG arrested on robbery charges at Los Angeles home
The 29-year-old rapper, whose real name is Keenon Jackson, was taken into custody when sheriff's deputies served a search warrant at his home.
Rosie Perez testifies Sciorra told her of Weinstein rape
Perez said she urged the fellow screen star to go to police, but Sciorra responded: "I can't - he'd destroy me."
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Scientists say this planet could unlock insights about Earth
Venus' heat-trapping atmosphere – 97% carbon dioxide – and 900-degree average surface temperature present both a challenge and an opportunity for learning about Earth's formation.
Astronauts perform spacewalk to fix $2 billion cosmic ray detector
The last in a series of spacewalks should put a $2 billion scientific instrument back in business.
"Vampire" star discovered in the midst of a feeding frenzy
A previously unknown dwarf star is sucking the essence away from its neighbor, astronomers said Friday.
Third all-female spacewalk successfully completed
NASA is ditching aging solar array batteries for more powerful lithium-ion replacements.
SpaceX destroys boosters in dramatic abort test
SpaceX deliberately destroyed a Falcon 9 booster Sunday in a spectacular high-altitude conflagration moments after an unpiloted Crew Dragon astronaut ferry ship shot away in a critical test of its emergency escape system, propelled to safety with a rush of fiery exhaust from eight powerful abort engines. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN's Omar Villafranca from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with the latest.
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Bezos' girlfriend shared texts about affair
The girlfriend of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is reportedly linked to published text messages about their affair. According to the Wall Street Journal, prosecutors say Lauren Sanchez sent her brother texts about her relationship with Bezos that were later published in The National Enquirer. Danya Bacchus reports.
Democratic candidates dash to Iowa
"The four Democratic candidates who heard arguments during President Trump's Senate impeachment trial made a mad dash back to Iowa on Saturday to hit the campaign trail. The Senators must return to Washington on Monday for the resumption of the trial. Ed O'Keefe reports.
U.S. evacuates American citizens from Wuhan
"The U.S. embassy in China is evacuating American citizens from Wuhan, the city at the center of the Coronavirus outbreak. More than 1,300 cases have been reported in the country and at least 41 people have died. In the U.S., 63 patients have been tested in 22 states. Ramy Inocencio reports.
Trump’s lawyers blasts Dems over impeachment
President Trump's legal team kicked off their first round of arguments in the Senate impeachment trial on Saturday. His attorney's blasted Democrats, accusing them of trying to reverse the 2016 election. They say President Trump did "nothing wrong" when he pressured Ukraine to dig up dirt on political rival Joe Biden. Nancy Cordes reports.
Video shows Trump demanding ambassador be fired
"Newly released video appears to show President Trump demanding the former ambassador to Ukraine be fired. The video was released by the attorney of Lev Parnas, a close associate of President Trump’s lawyer, Rudy Giuliani. Parnas has previously claimed Mr. Trump personally directed an effort to pressure Ukraine to investigate one of his political rivals. Wieja Jiang reports.
