Ben Stein on the greatness of America
It is the peaceful, respectful transition of power that sets our nation apart from those that change leaders with tanks and cannons
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Turning the page: Donald Trump’s first day in office
After a campaign like no other, the nation’s 45th chief executive begins his presidency
Massive march turnout prompts change of plans in Chicago
So many people turned out for the Women’s March on Chicago that organizers canceled their plans to march downtown
Clinton, Democrats show support for Women's March on Washington
Hillary Clinton, along with a bevy of other prominent female politicians, got involved on Twitter to promote the march
Women descend on D.C. to push back against new president
Women's March on Washington draws hundreds of thousands of women to nation’s capital as sister protests are held in other cities worldwide
Inaugural ball performers play Clinton campaign anthem
The Piano Guys played a cover of "Fight Song," and the song's writer and original performer, Rachel Platten, tweeted she did not "approve or endorse" the use of the song
You're on the list: Trump inauguration balls and parties
From the official Trump inauguration balls to the unofficial celebrations, the guest lists were y-uuuuuge.
Change and Challenge: The Inauguration of Donald Trump
As Mr. Trump takes office as the nation's 45th president, will he be an agent of change? CBS News examines an unprecedented new American leader in a special anchored by Gayle King and John Dickerson.
President Donald Trump: Not business as usual
Mr. Trump’s past says a lot about how he’ll govern the United States
The pain of a divided nation felt by children
Students representing the diversity of today's America speak out about fear, hate and possible deportation under a Trump presidency
President Trump delivers blueprint for America in inauguration speech
Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett takes a look at the great experiment undertaken by the American people
D.C. hotel, global deals complicate start of Trump's presidency
The lease for Trump's hotel specifies that no elected officials in the U.S. government can hold it
Florida students at inauguration teaching their own lesson
When a foundation offered to send some Imokalee students to the inauguration, there was significant pushback
John Dickerson on Trump's combative address
The address was "straight out of Donald Trump's campaign," said Dickerson; "he offered unity, but only on his terms"
Amid historically low approval ratings, Trump now has to turn vision into policy
Within hours of being sworn in, the new presient got down to business with congressional leaders signing nominations for his Cabinet picks
Lawmakers react to Trump's inauguration
Maryland Rep. Elijah Cummings said “I was hoping he would say more to bring the country together”
President Trump's inauguration crowd was smaller than Obama's
The crowd was smaller for the 45th president's inauguration than for Obama's first inauguration, but not historically small
Did Trump channel a Batman villain in his inauguration speech?
Twitter users noted that, for a moment, the new president's speech sounded like one from "The Dark Knight Returns"
World leaders react to Donald Trump's inauguration
Amid the congratulations, some world leaders express trepidation; "prepare for a rough ride," said one German leader
White House's LGBT rights web page just disappeared
The government URL which, for years, directed Americans to information on LGBT campaigns and civil rights progress has now vanished, replaced by a sign up page for updates on President Trump
Obama speaks to staff before departing D.C.
Speaking at Andrews Air Force Base before departing for vacation in Palm Springs, Obama said he'll be "right there with" his supporters going forward
Transcript of Trump inauguration speech: Full text
The president delivered a 16-minute speech, saying, "from this moment on, it's going to be America First"
President Trump speaks
The 45th President of the United States of America, Donald Trump delivers his first speech to the country after being offically sworn in.
Inauguration of Donald Trump
The highlights from the inauguration of Donald Trump on Jan. 20, 2017 in Washington, D.C.
Smashed windows, chaotic confrontation near inauguration
There were also demonstrations in Portland, New Orleans, New York and Atlanta
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Small protests held at heavily guarded state Capitols
President Trump remained out of sight in his final weekend in office, facing a second impeachment trial in the Senate.
Gottlieb expects new virus variant to dominate U.S. infections in 5 weeks
The new variant discovered in the United Kingdom is currently about 0.5% of all infections in the U.S.
Governor says West Virginia is "diamond in the rough" for vaccine distribution
West Virginia declined to participate in a federal program through which CVS and Walgreens administered vaccines to residents of long-term care facilities.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
CBS News Eye on Trends: The latest from the CBS News Election & Survey Unit
A recap of latest polls and data-driven studies from the CBS News Election & Survey Unit
Transcript: Rochelle Walensky on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with nominee for CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky that aired January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Schiff says Trump "can't be trusted" to keep getting intel briefings
Schiff said there were intelligence partners around the world who likely withheld information from the U.S. because they didn't trust the president.
Transcript: Jim Justice on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with West Virginia Governor Jim Justice that aired Sunday, January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Melvin Carter on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with St. Paul, Minnesota, Mayor Melvin Carter that aired Sunday, January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Adam Schiff on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with California Congressman Adam Schiff that aired Sunday, January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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Putin foe Alexey Navalny detained as he returns to Moscow
This is the first time he has returned to Moscow since he was poisoned by a Soviet-era nerve agent over the summer.
COVID-19 variant first found in U.K. could be dominant in U.S. by March
Research shows it could experience "rapid growth" in the early part of this year.
How the U.S.-Canada border closure impacts small towns and businesses
The hardships of the border closure due to COVID-19 span the entire 5,500-mile border.
How much do people around the world trust the COVID vaccines?
CBS News foreign journalists give a glimpse of trust, and mistrust, in coronavirus vaccination plans in 9 countries, and what's behind them.
Coronavirus death toll tops 2 million worldwide
The United States, with about 4% of the world's population, has reported about one-fifth of all reported deaths globally.
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Small protests held at heavily guarded state Capitols
President Trump remained out of sight in his final weekend in office, facing a second impeachment trial in the Senate.
Olivia Rodrigo's "Drivers License" breaks Spotify records
And that isn't the only Spotify record the 17-year-old songbird's ballad broke this past week.
Gottlieb expects new virus variant to dominate U.S. infections in 5 weeks
The new variant discovered in the United Kingdom is currently about 0.5% of all infections in the U.S.
Phil Spector, famed producer convicted of murder, dies at 81
California state prison officials said he died Saturday of natural causes at a hospital.
Governor says West Virginia is "diamond in the rough" for vaccine distribution
West Virginia declined to participate in a federal program through which CVS and Walgreens administered vaccines to residents of long-term care facilities.
Politics
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Small protests held at heavily guarded state Capitols
President Trump remained out of sight in his final weekend in office, facing a second impeachment trial in the Senate.
Gottlieb expects new virus variant to dominate U.S. infections in 5 weeks
The new variant discovered in the United Kingdom is currently about 0.5% of all infections in the U.S.
Governor says West Virginia is "diamond in the rough" for vaccine distribution
West Virginia declined to participate in a federal program through which CVS and Walgreens administered vaccines to residents of long-term care facilities.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
CBS News Eye on Trends: The latest from the CBS News Election & Survey Unit
A recap of latest polls and data-driven studies from the CBS News Election & Survey Unit
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Olivia Rodrigo's "Drivers License" breaks Spotify records
And that isn't the only Spotify record the 17-year-old songbird's ballad broke this past week.
Phil Spector, famed producer convicted of murder, dies at 81
California state prison officials said he died Saturday of natural causes at a hospital.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including Siegfried Fischbacher, half of the entertainment duo Siegfried & Roy.
Sarah Cooper, in her own voice
After 20 years of trying, the standup comedian became an overnight success when she started lip-syncing Trump; now she is looking forward to inaugurating a new stage in her career beyond lampooning the president.
Sarah Cooper, in her own voice
After 20 years of trying, standup comedian Sarah Cooper became an overnight success when she started lip-syncing President Trump, stripping away his image and using only his words, in social media posts that became comedy sensations. Correspondent Jim Axelrod talks with Cooper about her rise to fame, and what the future may hold for her, now that her object of mockery is leaving the stage.
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A protected right? Free speech and social media
Social media – hailed as an organizing tool for pro-democracy rallies – has also become a forum for conspiracy theories, racism and disinformation. What are the implications of tech companies "de-platforming" users (even a president) for speech that enflames?
Moon rocket test firing aborted after engine shutdown
It was not immediately clear what went wrong or what will be needed to fix it.
Smartwatches can help detect COVID-19 before symptoms show
Your smartwatch may know you have the coronavirus before you do, according to a growing body of research.
How manufacturers make it impossible to repair your gadgets
Americans are throwing away $40 billion a year unwillingly upgrading items we can't fix, a consumer group claims.
It could be years until full benefits of 5G are unlocked
5G has been front and center at the annual CES, held virtually this year.
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Gottlieb expects new virus variant to dominate U.S. infections in 5 weeks
The new variant discovered in the United Kingdom is currently about 0.5% of all infections in the U.S.
Smartwatches can help detect COVID-19 before symptoms show
Your smartwatch may know you have the coronavirus before you do, according to a growing body of research.
These states are doing best (and worst) at vaccinating people
West Virginia is leading the pack, while big states like California and Georgia are struggling, according to CDC data.
Past COVID infection provides at least 5 months of immunity, study shows
Researchers noted that someone who's been infected may still be able to carry the virus and pass it on to others.
2020 is "effectively tied" for warmest year on record
New data from NASA, NOAA and Berkeley Earth show Earth's fever continues to escalate
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Gottlieb expects new virus variant to dominate U.S. infections in 5 weeks
The new variant discovered in the United Kingdom is currently about 0.5% of all infections in the U.S.
Americans criticize vaccine rollout as too slow — CBS News poll
A majority also feel that the process of how to go about getting a vaccine hasn't been well-explained yet.
COVID-19 variant first found in U.K. could be dominant in U.S. by March
Research shows it could experience "rapid growth" in the early part of this year.
U.S. races to catch up with other countries in COVID sequencing research
The U.S. is estimated to lag behind more than 30 nations in its sequencing effort.
How much do people around the world trust the COVID vaccines?
CBS News foreign journalists give a glimpse of trust, and mistrust, in coronavirus vaccination plans in 9 countries, and what's behind them.
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When might you get Biden's $1,400 stimulus check?
President-Elect Joe Biden's proposed $1.9 trillion relief bill could face some hurdles, analysts say.
Funeral home staff overwhelmed by waves of COVID-19 deaths
As the U.S. death toll nears 400,000, many funeral homes are straining to keep up with demand for their services.
Biden pay push could lift over 1 million workers out of poverty
Federal minimum wage has been frozen at $7.25 for more than a decade, the longest period without a raise since 1938.
NRA files for bankruptcy
The NRA said it is moving to Texas from New York, where the state's attorney general has filed a lawsuit alleging financial crimes.
These states are doing best (and worst) at vaccinating people
West Virginia is leading the pack, while big states like California and Georgia are struggling, according to CDC data.
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He wanted me dead." Stalking victim on former relationship with killer
Did her stalker target a stranger to get revenge?
Capitol rioter known as "QAnon Shaman" will be jailed until trial
Prosecutors say rioter Jacob Chansley, known as the "QAnon Shaman," is a dangerous conspiracy leader who should be detained.
Texas cop shoots and kills Black man during mental health check
Patrick Warren Sr.'s family was expecting a mental health professional to respond when they called for help.
Was a woman targeted because she resembled her killer's ex?
Texas Ranger James Holland believes a young woman's stalker was a serial killer in the making
Restaurant manager uses concealed sign to help rescue abused boy
She noticed he was bruised and a man with him didn't let him order food. Then she sprang into action. One detective described the abuse the boy had suffered as torture.
Space
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Moon rocket test firing aborted after engine shutdown
It was not immediately clear what went wrong or what will be needed to fix it.
Blue Origin launches New Shepard test flight
Blue Origin says "we're getting very, very close" to launching passengers to space.
NASA rover celebrates 3,000 days on Mars with epic panorama
The glorious new image captures the 96-mile-wide Gale Crater and part of Mount Sharp, its central mountain.
Astronomers observe death of a distant galaxy for the first time
Galaxy ID2299 is losing its ability to form new stars, causing it to die.
Astronomers discover oldest, most distant supermassive black hole
The supermassive black hole at the center of one of the universe's brightest objects is 1.6 billion times more massive than the sun.
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The evidence that convicted Charles Bryant
An inside look at the investigation into the murder of Jackie Vandagriff.
Newest dog breeds: From tiny toys to massive mastiffs
Have you heard of the Belgian Laekenois? The Cesky terrier? Sloughi? You have now.
How U.S. presidents aged in office
How it started and how its going in America's highest office.
Troubling clues fuel a family's quest for justice
Christian Andreacchio's death was declared a suicide by police but his parents disagree - saying it's more than parental intuition that leads them to believe their son was murdered.
The most anticipated TV shows of 2021 (and when they might be coming back)
Will "The Crown" return in 2021? Will "Survivor"? Here's how COVID-19 is affecting the production and return of your favorite streaming and TV shows.
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Hindsight is 2020: An Unprecedented Election
When a pandemic, a racial reckoning, and rampant misinformation converged, Americans were faced with an election unlike any other. This CBSN documentary follows voters around the country as they grapple with who they're voting for, how they're voting and the issues supercharging the stakes.
Pelosi speaks to "60 Minutes" about Capitol riot
Two days after her own office was ransacked by Trump supporters, the speaker of the House talks to Lesley Stahl about what she experienced that day and more.
Trump's phone call with Brad Raffensperger
Last weekend, President Trump called Georgia's secretary of state, Brad Raffensperger, imploring him with veiled threats and lies to change the outcome of the November election. Raffensperger talks to Scott Pelley of "60 Minutes" about why he didn't give in.
Angus King: The "60 Minutes" interview
Jon Wertheim talks with Maine Senator Angus King, one of two independents in the Senate, about not being hitched to a party in a time of extreme polarization.
NFL QB Alex Smith: The 60 Minutes Interview
Washington Football Team Quarterback Alex Smith was fighting for his leg and his life in November 2018 after he suffered a gruesome on field injury. Following thousands of hours of rehab and help from the U.S. Military, he defied expectations to make a return to the NFL, in one of the greatest sports comebacks ever. Norah O'Donnell reports.