Biden officially secures Electoral College majority
It's been apparent for weeks that Biden won the election — but California certifying its results officially pushed Biden over 270 electors.
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MN absentee ballots that arrive after 8 p.m. on Election Day might not be counted
The court's opinion overruled a consent decree order that allowed absentee ballots postmarked on or before Election Day to be counted if they are returned up to seven days after Election Day.
Trump and Biden make final pitch to voters at last debate
Trump and Biden squared off on the economy, COVID-19, race, climate change and more.
Biden warns of "dark winter" during pandemic
"Come on. There's not another serious scientist in the world that thinks it will be over soon," Biden said during the final debate.
Trump: Separated children were "so well taken care of"
But thousands of migrant children allegedly suffered sexual abuse in U.S. custody, according to HHS documents released last year.
Trump says he is the "least racist person." Biden disagrees
"This guy is a dog whistle about as big as the fog horn," Biden said.
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Final presidential debate: Fact checking Trump and Biden
CBS News fact checked some of what Trump and Biden said about COVID-19, the economy, immigration and more at their final debate.
Final presidential debate strikes a calmer note than the first
After the debate, one of the president's advisers told White House correspondent Paula Reid said the president stuck to the plan.
How to watch the final presidential debate
The debate will be moderated by Kristen Welker of NBC News at Belmont University in Nashville, and topics include the coronavirus pandemic and climate change.
What to watch for in the presidential debate tonight
President Trump and Joe Biden are facing off in their second and final debate before the election.
2020 presidential debates: Timing and topics for Trump and Biden
Only one opportunity now remains for the two candidates to directly debate each other before Election Day.
Debate Commission says it will mute mics at final debate
Trump called it "very unfair" that the debate topics chosen by the moderator will deviate from the traditional focus on foreign policy to include domestic issues.
DNC chair says early-vote numbers point to enthusiasm for Democrats
Perez said Joe Biden is now competing with President Trump in states like Arizona, Texas, Ohio and Iowa.
COVID-19, climate change among topics for presidential debate
NBC News' Kristen Welker is moderating the final presidential debate, which will take place on October 22.
Biden says he'll give answer on court packing before election
Joe Biden has refused to answer so far on whether he supports adding more justices to the Supreme Court.
Biden: Should be "zero discrimination" against transgender people
He said he would just "flat-out change the law," to protect LGBTQ rights.
C-SPAN places Steve Scully on administrative leave
The longtime journalist apologized for his "errors in judgment."
McDaniel accuses "corrupt" commission of canceling debate to shield Biden
The Commission on Presidential Debates canceled this Thursday's face-off after the campaigns wrangled over safety protocols.
Commission on Presidential Debates cancels second debate
The debate had been scheduled for Thursday, October 15.
2nd presidential debate in doubt after Trump balks at virtual format
The Trump campaign argued Thursday night that the debate should proceed as planned on October 15.
Pence refuses to discuss a peaceful transfer of power
"First and foremost, I think we're going to win this election," the vice president said. He then accused the Democratic party of "trying to overturn the results of the last election."
Pence and Harris clash over virus at vice presidential debate
The debate featured sharp exchanges over the coronavirus pandemic, the economy, the Supreme Court and more.
VP debate fact check: Pence and Harris on Supreme Court, Swine Flu and more
Harris and Pence met in Salt Lake City in their only debate before the presidential election.
Pence defends Rose Garden event and White House COVID-19 response
Kamala Harris slammed the response to the pandemic as "the greatest failure of any presidential administration."
Dems launch mobile billboards to attack Pence's handling of COVID-19
Vice President Pence and Senator Kamala Harris will be meeting on stage in Salt Lake City for their only debate Wednesday night.
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Inside an NPR station facing funding cuts: "Without it, people would die"
Jeff Ferrell is the news director of Red River Radio and its only full-time news employee. He's also the on-air host, field reporter, writer and sound editor.
Florida to receive federal funds to build immigration detention sites, including "Alligator Alcatraz"
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says new immigration detention centers in Florida will be largely funded by FEMA's shelter and services program.
Trump says Iran gave "early notice" about counterstrikes on U.S. base in Qatar
President Trump downplayed Iran's attacks on a U.S. base in Qatar, and said Iran offered early warning.
Trump's strike against Iran divides Congress on war powers
A bipartisan contingent is pushing for a war powers vote to reassert Congress' power to declare war, but House Speaker Mike Johnson says a reported Israel-Iran ceasefire makes the idea irrelevant.
Trump says Israel and Iran agree to ceasefire, but Iran sounds less definitive
There has been no official word yet from Israel or Iran, but a top Iranian diplomat sounded less definitive.
Supreme Court lifts order blocking deportations to third countries without notice
The Supreme Court agreed to pause a judge's order that prevented the Trump administration from deporting migrants to third countries without first providing them due process.
What to know about Al Udeid Air Base after Iran attacked U.S. military post
Iran launched retaliation against the United States on Monday, firing short- and medium-range missiles targeting the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
Florida officials ask Supreme Court to allow enforcement of immigration law
The Florida Attorney General asked justices to put on hold a judge's decision blocking law enforcement from enforcing Florida's strict new immigration law.
Supreme Court to hear case of Rastafarian man seeking to sue prison officials
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in a religious rights case involving a Rastafarian man in its next term, which begins in October.
ICE detains Marine vet's wife who was still breastfeeding their baby
ICE officers detained the wife of a Marine Corps veteran in Louisiana during a routine immigration appointment.
Judge orders Kilmar Abrego Garcia's release, but ICE likely to detain him
The judge acknowledged in her ruling that determining whether Abrego Garcia should be released is "little more than an academic exercise" because ICE will likely detain him.
B-2 bombers from Iran mission return to Missouri
President Trump confirmed Sunday that the pilots of B-2 bombers who carried out the U.S. military strikes in Iran have safely returned to the U.S.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 22, 2025
On this edition of "Face the Nation," Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Sen. Tim Kaine join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation"
The following is the transcript of an interview with retired Gen. Frank McKenzie that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 22, 2025.
Transcript: Secretary of State Marco Rubio on "Face the Nation"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Secretary of State Marco Rubio that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 22, 2025.
Satellite photos show aftermath of U.S. strikes on Iran nuclear sites
Satellite photos show the aftermath of U.S. strikes that dropped 30,000-pound "bunker-buster" bombs on Iran's Fordo nuclear facility and hit the Natanz and Isfahan sites.
Rubio says U.S. is ready to meet with Iran after strikes on nuclear sites
Secretary of State Marco Rubio appeared on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" Sunday and said what happens next "depends on what Iran chooses to do."
Transcript: Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna on "Face the Nation"
The following is the transcript of an interview with GOP Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna of California that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 22, 2025.
Transcript: Sen. Tim Kaine on "Face the Nation"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 22, 2025.
Highlights from Murkowski's "CBS Sunday Morning" interview
In an extended interview for "CBS Sunday Morning," Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski talks about how she's navigating Washington as a moderate, her top concerns about the "big, beautiful bill," and more.
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Inside an NPR station facing funding cuts: "Without it, people would die"
Jeff Ferrell is the news director of Red River Radio and its only full-time news employee. He's also the on-air host, field reporter, writer and sound editor.
Florida to receive federal funds to build immigration detention sites, including "Alligator Alcatraz"
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says new immigration detention centers in Florida will be largely funded by FEMA's shelter and services program.
Trump's strike against Iran divides Congress on war powers
A bipartisan contingent is pushing for a war powers vote to reassert Congress' power to declare war, but House Speaker Mike Johnson says a reported Israel-Iran ceasefire makes the idea irrelevant.
Supreme Court lifts order blocking deportations to third countries without notice
The Supreme Court agreed to pause a judge's order that prevented the Trump administration from deporting migrants to third countries without first providing them due process.
JetBlue to end service at Miami International Airport
JetBlue is scheduled to end flights between Boston and Miami in September as the budget carrier moves to cut costs.
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JetBlue to end service at Miami International Airport
JetBlue is scheduled to end flights between Boston and Miami in September as the budget carrier moves to cut costs.
Here's what the military conflict in Iran could mean for oil and gas prices
Global crude prices jumped on Sunday but have since retreated. Here's what experts say about the outlook for oil and gas.
Ford recalls more than 197,000 Mach-E cars due to door latch issue
Ford is recalling 200,000 Mustang Mach-E cars due to an issue with its door latches that could put children at risk.
Novo Nordisk ends Wegovy sales on Hims & Hers over "deceptive marketing"
Novo Nordisk said it will stop selling Wegovy on Hims & Hers, claiming the telehealth company sold knockoff versions of the weight-loss drug.
Compass sues Zillow over its "Zillow ban," alleging antitrust breach
Real estate company Compass claims Zillow is illegally undermining competition by banning property listings if they don't appear on Zillow within 24 hours.
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Inside an NPR station facing funding cuts: "Without it, people would die"
Jeff Ferrell is the news director of Red River Radio and its only full-time news employee. He's also the on-air host, field reporter, writer and sound editor.
Florida to receive federal funds to build immigration detention sites, including "Alligator Alcatraz"
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says new immigration detention centers in Florida will be largely funded by FEMA's shelter and services program.
Trump says Iran gave "early notice" about counterstrikes on U.S. base in Qatar
President Trump downplayed Iran's attacks on a U.S. base in Qatar, and said Iran offered early warning.
Trump's strike against Iran divides Congress on war powers
A bipartisan contingent is pushing for a war powers vote to reassert Congress' power to declare war, but House Speaker Mike Johnson says a reported Israel-Iran ceasefire makes the idea irrelevant.
Trump says Israel and Iran agree to ceasefire, but Iran sounds less definitive
There has been no official word yet from Israel or Iran, but a top Iranian diplomat sounded less definitive.
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Novo Nordisk ends Wegovy sales on Hims & Hers over "deceptive marketing"
Novo Nordisk said it will stop selling Wegovy on Hims & Hers, claiming the telehealth company sold knockoff versions of the weight-loss drug.
Health insurers vow to speed approval of medical care
Some of the nation's health insurers say they're taking steps to speed the process by which doctors approve medical care.
2 butcher shops close after girl dies from food poisoning
Eight children have come down with severe food poisoning since June 12 after consuming meat products from the two businesses in Saint-Quentin.
Kidney doctor's shooting comes as questions emerge about dialysis centers
Longrunning questions about kidney dialysis don't justify shooting, prosecutor says.
Extended interview: LQ Goldring on her quest for a kidney donor
In this web exclusive, LaQuayia Goldring (who goes by LQ) talks with "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty about her experience as a dialysis patient and kidney donor recipient, and her struggle to locate a new kidney after her donated organ failed.
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Trump's strike against Iran divides Congress on war powers
A bipartisan contingent is pushing for a war powers vote to reassert Congress' power to declare war, but House Speaker Mike Johnson says a reported Israel-Iran ceasefire makes the idea irrelevant.
Trump says Israel and Iran agree to ceasefire, but Iran sounds less definitive
There has been no official word yet from Israel or Iran, but a top Iranian diplomat sounded less definitive.
What to know about Al Udeid Air Base after Iran attacked U.S. military post
Iran launched retaliation against the United States on Monday, firing short- and medium-range missiles targeting the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
4 arrested in killing of scientist whose body was found dismembered
The mayor offered a reward of $12,000 for information leading to the capture of Alessandro Coatti's killers. Police said the reward led to a breakthrough in the investigation.
Here's what the military conflict in Iran could mean for oil and gas prices
Global crude prices jumped on Sunday but have since retreated. Here's what experts say about the outlook for oil and gas.
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Lionel Boyce on "The Bear" season 3
Emmy-nominated actor Lionel Boyce joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the new season of "The Bear," his character's growth as a pastry chef, and how the hit series explores ambition, pressure, and purpose inside a Chicago restaurant.
Oklahoma City Thunder win NBA championship
The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers on Sunday to win the city's first NBA title. The franchise was known as the Seattle Supersonics when it won the title in 1979. The Pacers came up short after losing their star player early in the game.
"Break on Through": How The Doors began
Sixty years ago, a new band came together in Venice, Calif., and lit the music world on fire. "Sunday Morning" joins John Densmore and Robby Krieger on a tour of where it all started for The Doors, who are being celebrated with a new book, "Night Divides the Day."
"Break on Through": How The Doors began
Sixty years ago, a new band came together in Venice, Calif., and lit the music world on fire. The Doors, an improvisational group comprised of poet Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek on keyboards, Robby Krieger on guitar, and John Densmore on drums, are being celebrated with a new book, "Night Divides the Day: The Doors Anthology." Correspondent Anthony Mason talks with Densmore and Krieger (the last surviving members of the group), and takes a tour of where it all started for The Doors.
Schooling the stars
For more than 100 years, New York's Professional Children's School has provided an education for young people already engaged in careers in the arts or athletics. Their alumni include ballet star Tiler Peck, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, and actors Rita Moreno, Scarlett Johannson, and Macaulay and Kieran Culkin. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks to Peck; with Head of School James Dawson; and with some current students who are splitting time between schoolwork and the stage.
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AI's human imitation brings dangers
"Godfather of AI" Yoshua Bengio said concerns about the technology are not just about it taking jobs, but also the risks of training it to imitate humans. Tech journalist Yasmin Khorram has more on its "sociopathic tendencies."
Amazon CEO: AI will mean fewer corporate jobs
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says artificial intelligence will lead to fewer corporate jobs at the company. Technology journalist Jacob Ward, host of "The Rip Current" podcast, joins CBS News to discuss how AI is already reshaping the workforce.
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.
Robotic heart transplant makes history
In a medical first, surgeons at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston successfully performed a fully robotic heart transplant on a 45-year-old patient. He now says he's living a brand-new life. Janet Shamlian reports.
Amazon CEO says rollout of generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
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Killer whales caught on video grooming each other with seaweed
A study published in the journal Current Biology describes a new example of tool use by a critically endangered population of orcas.
Trump administration's cuts to National Science Foundation blocked
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from making drastic cuts to research funding that is provided by the National Science Foundation.
French scientists discover new blood type in Guadeloupe woman
Thanks to DNA sequencing, the discovery of new blood groups has accelerated in recent years.
Plastic bag bans and fees work to curb litter, study says
Researchers conducted the first systematic review of policies around the U.S. to limit plastic bag use.
SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during countdown to engine test firing
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs trial winds down
The prosecution in the Sean "Diddy" Combs sex trafficking and racketeering trial heard testimonies from its final witness on Monday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
4 arrested in killing of scientist whose body was found dismembered
The mayor offered a reward of $12,000 for information leading to the capture of Alessandro Coatti's killers. Police said the reward led to a breakthrough in the investigation.
Combs' prosecutors expected to rest
Prosecutors in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial are expected to rest their case on Monday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest updates.
1 injured, suspect dead after shooting at church in Wayne
Police in Southeast Michigan say one person is injured and a suspect is dead after a shooting at a church Sunday morning.
Bride shot dead, 13-year-old wounded at wedding party
One of the attackers was killed, run over by the bride and groom's car as they tried to escape, a source close to the investigation said.
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World's largest telescope unveils first images of galaxies in stunning detail
The debut images from a powerful telescope at Chile's Vera Rubin Observatory show distant galaxies and star-forming regions in spectacular detail.
Why did SpaceX's Starship explode?
SpaceX's Starship rocket exploded in Texas on Wednesday night as it was preparing for a test launch. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the details.
Video shows SpaceX Starship explosion at Texas launch site
A SpaceX Starship exploded at a launch site in Texas Wednesday night, bursting into a massive fireball.
SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during countdown to engine test firing
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
See NASA's image of an intense X-class solar flare
The solar flare peaked at 5:49 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory said.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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8 dead after boat capsizes on Lake Tahoe
The search is over for the final missing person after a boat capsized on Lake Tahoe during a severe storm on Saturday. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick are at odds in a rare divide after Abbott vetoed one of Patrick's biggest priorities: a ban on THC. CBS News national reporter Karen Hua has more from Houston.
ICE agents detain wife of Marine veteran
A Louisiana Marine Corps veteran says Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents detained his wife during a routine immigration appointment. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has the details.
The global role of the Strait of Hormuz
The intensifying conflict in the Middle East is raising new concerns about its potential impact on the oil and gas industry. Much of the focus is on whether Iran will close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global crude oil supply. CBS News' Meg Oliver explains how the Strait functions and what a potential closure could mean on a worldwide scale.
NATO summit opening amid Mideast conflict
President Trump and other world leaders are preparing for this week's NATO summit in the Netherlands. The newly announced ceasefire between Israel and Iran will likely take focus at the gathering. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has that part of the story.