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
2017 Presidential Inauguration
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
Politics
Planned Parenthood to spend record $50 million in midterm elections
The nation's leading abortion rights advocacy organization plans to spend a record $50 million ahead of November's midterm elections.
Rep. Liz Cheney, defeated in primary, says "now the real work begins"
The Wyoming congresswoman lost to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. In Alaska, Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Kelly Tshibaka will advance to the general election in the Senate race.
Judge lets Cuomo keep $5M he got to write book during pandemic, for now
A now-defunct state ethics panel ordered him to give it up after alleging Cuomo hadn't kept a promise not to use any state resources on the book.
How 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump fared in 2022 primaries
Only two of the 10 will be on the ballot in November.
Family, colleagues of aid worker killed by U.S. strike stranded in Afghanistan
The Pentagon promised to resettle members of Zemari Ahmadi family and employees of the aid organization where he worked.
Pennsylvania order protects LGBTQIA+ community from conversion therapy
The order directs commonwealth agencies to "do everything in their power to discourage conversion therapy."
Liz Cheney says "it's the beginning the battle" ahead of Republican primary loss
CBS News caught up with Cheney soon after she voted in the Wyoming primary, which she went on to lose Tuesday night.
Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
Feds charge ex-congressman with 28 counts for alleged fraud schemes
The California Democrat faces federal charges for were multiple alleged fraud schemes, the Justice Department announced.
Drought-stricken Arizona and Nevada to get less water from Colorado River
The move came as officials predict levels at Lake Mead, the largest U.S. reservoir, will plummet even further.
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Planned Parenthood to spend record $50 million in midterm elections
The nation's leading abortion rights advocacy organization plans to spend a record $50 million ahead of November's midterm elections.
2 killed, 5 injured after tourist plane crashes into Lake Powell
The plane was located in 120 feet of water and authorities said two people died in the submerged aircraft.
Target's profit craters after it cut prices to clear inventory
Retailer's profits plunge after it slashes prices to clear unwanted inventories of clothing, home goods and other items.
9 indicted in Mafia-led racket, including "shameful" New York detective
The accused racketeers operated from fronts including a coffee bar, a soccer club and a shop called Sal's Shoe Repair, prosecutors say.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
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Target's profit craters after it cut prices to clear inventory
Retailer's profits plunge after it slashes prices to clear unwanted inventories of clothing, home goods and other items.
Elon Musk says tweet about buying Manchester United was a joke
The Tesla boss's "joke on Twitter" likely sparked hope among the flailing soccer club's army of supporters as his lawyers battle over his abandoned bid to buy Twitter.
"We've been to hell and back": Employees walk out as job unhappiness soars
A new Gallup poll that found half of workers are stressed, and one in five battles anger or sadness during the day.
Inflation bill could be "game-changing" for millions of seniors
The bill would help many older Americans with high drug costs save thousands of dollars per year, experts say.
American Airlines places big bet on supersonic travel
It's been nearly 20 years since the Concorde flew for the last time. Will high-speed air travel take off this time?
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Planned Parenthood to spend record $50 million in midterm elections
The nation's leading abortion rights advocacy organization plans to spend a record $50 million ahead of November's midterm elections.
Rep. Liz Cheney, defeated in primary, says "now the real work begins"
The Wyoming congresswoman lost to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. In Alaska, Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Kelly Tshibaka will advance to the general election in the Senate race.
Judge lets Cuomo keep $5M he got to write book during pandemic, for now
A now-defunct state ethics panel ordered him to give it up after alleging Cuomo hadn't kept a promise not to use any state resources on the book.
How 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump fared in 2022 primaries
Only two of the 10 will be on the ballot in November.
Family, colleagues of aid worker killed by U.S. strike stranded in Afghanistan
The Pentagon promised to resettle members of Zemari Ahmadi family and employees of the aid organization where he worked.
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FDA clears path for over-the-counter hearing aids
The Food and Drug Administration will make hearing aids available without a prescription as soon as mid-October. The agency estimates it could save consumers nearly $3,000 on a pair of hearing aids.
Pennsylvania order protects LGBTQIA+ community from conversion therapy
The order directs commonwealth agencies to "do everything in their power to discourage conversion therapy."
Inflation bill could be "game-changing" for millions of seniors
The bill would help many older Americans with high drug costs save thousands of dollars per year, experts say.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Nuclear war would kill billions – just from starvation, study finds
Just the soot from a week-long nuclear war would cause a "global catastrophe," researchers said.
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U.S. and China go at it on Twitter over climate change
The back-and-forth points to a big concern: U.S.-China cooperation is widely considered vital to the success of global efforts to curb rising temperatures.
Elon Musk says tweet about buying Manchester United was a joke
The Tesla boss's "joke on Twitter" likely sparked hope among the flailing soccer club's army of supporters as his lawyers battle over his abandoned bid to buy Twitter.
North Korea resumes missiles tests, firing two suspected cruise missiles
As the North continued this year's record testing pace, the South's president said Seoul would stick with efforts to get Pyongyang to accept economic aid in exchange for denuclearization.
Family, colleagues of aid worker killed by U.S. strike stranded in Afghanistan
The Pentagon promised to resettle members of Zemari Ahmadi family and employees of the aid organization where he worked.
American tourist dies at Bahamas resort after testing positive for COVID, police say
Police in the Bahamas are investigating the death of a 70-year-old American tourist who was found dead in a resort located on the same island three people died of carbon monoxide poisoning in May.
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Wolfgang Peterson, "Das Boot" and "Air Force One" director, dies at age 81
Heralded as an antiwar masterpiece, "Das Boot" was nominated for six Oscars, including for Petersen's direction.
Ezra Miller seeking treatment for "complex mental health issues"
"I want to apologize to everyone that I have alarmed and upset with my past behavior," Miller said.
Fatal shooting by Alec Baldwin on "Rust" set was accident: medical examiner
I's too early to say how much weight the finding will carry with prosecutors, but Baldwin's lawyers suggested it was another reason he shouldn't face criminal charges.
Sacheen Littlefeather receives apology for mistreatment at 1973 Oscars
Littlefeather was mocked when she declined Marlon Brando's Best Actor win onstage at the 1973 ceremony.
Rapper A$AP Rocky charged with assaulting former friend with a firearm
The 33-year-old rapper faces two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm with allegations of personally using a firearm.
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GM recalls 484,000 large SUVs over possible seat-belt malfunction
The belts may not properly restrain a passenger in a crash, increasing the risk of injury, regulators said.
YouTube is the most popular social media among teens, followed by TikTok
About 36% admitted they spend too much time on social media and 54% say it would be somewhat hard to give it up.
Gadgets and apps to help find lost items
CNET editorial director Dan Ackerman joins "CBS Mornings" to share tracking devices and apps that can help people find lost things. He discusses trackers that can find a parked car or glasses as well as a smart lock to help keep track of keys and even pets.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
Smart home tech can help save money on energy bills
Programmable thermostats and smart lights can help consumers' lower energy bills.
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Prehistoric fish may be spawning in Georgia for first time in 50 years
Fossils indicate that the lake sturgeon has existed for more than 136 million years, according to scientists. It's spade-nosed fish with a bottom-mounted vacuum hose instead of jaws.
U.S. faces growing risk of hazardous heat
A new report reveals nearly one-third of U.S. adults will likely live in counties experiencing hazardous heat by 2053. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Irina Ivanova joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano to discuss the alarming analysis.
U.N. hopes 5th time's the charm in push for treaty to protect oceans
Member states have haggled over the terms of new international laws to protect international waters from exploitation since 2017. Could they finally reel it in?
Space mission shows Earth's water may be from asteroids, study says
The Ryugu samples could give clues to the mystery of how oceans appeared on Earth billions of years ago, scientists said.
A megaflood could bring over 8 feet of water to parts of California
Climate change has already doubled the likelihood of catastrophic flooding in the state, researchers found, and without a limit on greenhouse gas emissions, it'll only get worse.
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Journalist found dead near U.S. border in Mexico
López died from "head trauma due to a blunt blow," the state Public Ministry said in a statement.
Mom accused of killing kids appears in court seeking change in charges
Occasionally she appeared to laugh or scoff at the legal arguments made by the prosecutor.
Minnesota man convicted in woman's 1986 rape and murder
Nancy Daugherty's death "prompted one of the most exhaustive investigations" in the county, officials said.
9 indicted in Mafia-led racket, including "shameful" New York detective
The accused racketeers operated from fronts including a coffee bar, a soccer club and a shop called Sal's Shoe Repair, prosecutors say.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
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NASA rmoves SLS moon rocket rollout back to launch pad
The maiden flight of the SLS moon rocket is intended to clear the way for the Artemis program's first piloted flight in 2024.
Space mission shows Earth's water may be from asteroids, study says
The Ryugu samples could give clues to the mystery of how oceans appeared on Earth billions of years ago, scientists said.
Meteor's loud boom rattles skies over Salt Lake City and beyond
Even Utah's governor, out for a run, heard the boom, which was caused by what the National Weather Service said was a meteor.
NASA's Perseverance finds tangled object on Mars
Scientists suspect the tangled object is likely pieces of shredded Dacron netting from the Perseverance itself.
"Cosmic collision" shows the fate of the Milky Way
"Dueling gravitational forces will trigger bursts of intense stellar formation and wildly distort their once-majestic structures," researchers said.
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Taliban marks "Victory Day" a year after Afghan takeover
While many Afghans have little to celebrate, the country's Taliban rulers were happy to show off their control of Kabul's streets.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Timeline: The Jonelle Matthews case
Inside the case against Steven Pankey, a former political candidate who was tried for the kidnapping and murder of a Colorado 12-year-old.
The 50 most expensive colleges in America, ranked
These colleges come with a hefty price tag
Deadliest states for drug overdoses
CDC data reveals which U.S. state has the highest rate of drug overdose-related deaths per 100,000 residents.
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Dr. Agus on pediatric monkeypox
At least eight cases of monkeypox in kids have been confirmed in the U.S. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what parents should know about monkeypox and other viruses as kids head back to school.
Megadrought drains Lake Powell
Environmentalists have long cursed the day Glen Canyon was dammed and the Lake Powell reservoir was formed by flooding the landscape behind it. Thanks to alarmingly low water levels and a two-decade-long drought, that landscape now seems to be returning to its natural state not seen for more than half a century. Ben Tracy reports.
Rudy Giuliani set to testify in Ga. probe
Today, Donald Trump's former personal attorney Rudy Giuliani is set to testify before a special Georgia grand jury looking into efforts by the former president and his allies to overturn the 2020 election. Chief national affairs and Justice correspondent Jeff Pegues reports.
Eye Opener: Liz Cheney falls in Wyo. primary
Rep. Liz Cheney loses the Wyoming Republican primary to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. Also, President Biden signs the Inflation Reduction Act into law. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Liz Cheney loses to Trump-backed challenger
CBS News projects that Congresswoman Liz Cheney lost the Wyoming Republican primary to Harriet Hageman, who was backed by former President Trump. Cheney says she has no regrets and that “now the real work begins.” Serena Williams lost to current U.S. Open champion Emma Raducanu at the Cincinnati Tennis Masters. Next for Williams: the U.S. Open. And Raspberry Rally, the newest Girl Scout cookie, will only be available online.