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.
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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Senate votes to move forward with bipartisan infrastructure bill
The Senate secured enough votes to move ahead with a bipartisan infrastructure agreement.
Arizona Senate's liaison to ballot audit says he's stepping down
"I cannot be locked out of a process that is at its most critical phase," Bennett told a talk show host on Wednesday.
Pelosi calls Kevin McCarthy a "moron" for criticizing mask mandate
The House GOP leader had claimed mask-wearing in the House was not based in science.
Democrats at odds over cancelling student debt
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Congress needs to pass legislation, a day after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer advocated forgiveness from the president's pen.
D.C. officer gets threatening voicemail during January 6 testimony
The voicemail was left minutes after Fanone delivered emotional testimony criticizing those who have attempted to downplay the January 6 assault.
GOP senators announce agreement on "major issues" in infrastructure bill
Negotiators are rushing to finalize details of the bill that includes some of President Biden's key domestic priorities.
Whistleblowers detail poor conditions for migrant kids in U.S. tent camp
Migrant children housed at the Fort Bliss tent camp "felt like they were in prison and often begged 'please get me out of here, I don't know if I can take it anymore,'" according to a new whistleblower complaint.
Court order dashes hopes of teenage DACA applicants
"I feel frustrated that there's significant opposition to giving us an opportunity for something we didn't choose to do. We were kids. We didn't choose this," said 18-year-old Agustin, who applied for DACA this year.
Justice Department declines to represent GOP congressman in January 6 suit
The Justice Department said it inciting an attack on the Capitol, as alleged in the lawsuit against Brooks, falls outside the scope of a lawmakers' employment.
Jake Ellzey wins runoff election for Texas' 6th district
This marks the first time that a candidate Mr. Trump endorsed has lost an election since the former president left office.
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Meet Jade Carey, Simone Biles' replacement in the all-around final
On Thursday, Jade Carey will compete for gold — as a replacement for Simone Biles, who withdrew to focus on her mental health.
Tennis star says "I can die" in heat, 2nd Olympian leaves in wheelchair
Players struggled as the temperature rose to 88 degrees but the heat index made it feel like a sizzling 99 degrees.
Olympic host Japan records record number of new COVID cases
As the Delta variant fuels a surge in infections, a hospital director says "medical system collapse is a real possibility."
Swimmer beats COVID twice to win gold at Tokyo Olympics
"I contracted COVID twice in the last 12 months," Brit Tom Dean said. "Sitting in my flat in isolation, an Olympic gold was a million miles away."
Michael Phelps says Simone Biles' anguish "broke my heart"
The iconic Olympic swimmer says he can relate to the superstar gymnast's ordeal and hopes her openness about it helps destigmatize mental health issues.
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Senate votes to move forward with bipartisan infrastructure bill
The Senate secured enough votes to move ahead with a bipartisan infrastructure agreement.
Bob Odenkirk in stable condition after "heart-related incident"
Odenkirk, the 58-year-old "Better Call Saul" star, was rushed to a hospital after collapsing on set Tuesday.
Landlords sue federal government for back rent due to CDC ban
The National Apartment Association says the CDC's eviction ban cost its members tens of billions of dollars.
A photographer's fight to save wild horses in the American West
Amid efforts to round up wild horses in the West, wildlife photographer Mary Hone is trying to protect them through her art.
California and Nevada governors urge federal aid to fight wildfires
Governors Gavin Newsom of California and Steve Sisolak of Nevada spoke with CBS News exclusively amid another brutal wildfire season.
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Senate votes to move forward with bipartisan infrastructure bill
The Senate secured enough votes to move ahead with a bipartisan infrastructure agreement.
Arizona Senate's liaison to ballot audit says he's stepping down
"I cannot be locked out of a process that is at its most critical phase," Bennett told a talk show host on Wednesday.
Pelosi calls Kevin McCarthy a "moron" for criticizing mask mandate
The House GOP leader had claimed mask-wearing in the House was not based in science.
Democrats at odds over cancelling student debt
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Congress needs to pass legislation, a day after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer advocated forgiveness from the president's pen.
D.C. officer gets threatening voicemail during January 6 testimony
The voicemail was left minutes after Fanone delivered emotional testimony criticizing those who have attempted to downplay the January 6 assault.
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Bob Odenkirk in stable condition after "heart-related incident"
Odenkirk, the 58-year-old "Better Call Saul" star, was rushed to a hospital after collapsing on set Tuesday.
DaBaby apologizes for "insensitive" comments on HIV/AIDS
The 29-year-old rapper was criticized by activists, fellow musicians and fans for his comments.
Lawmakers suggest ways to curb overcrowding at national parks
Hordes of visitors are "loving our parks to death" since COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted.
Bob Odenkirk collapses on set of "Better Call Saul"
He was rushed to a hospital but his condition and the cause of the collapse were unclear.
US sells one-of-a-kind Wu-Tang Clan album seized from Martin Shkreli
The proceeds for the sale will go towards Shkreli's court-ordered fines and payments.
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California sues Activision over "frat boy" work culture
During "cube crawls," male employees walked around offices drinking and harassing female co-workers, California lawsuit states.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
The world's top ransomware gangs created a cybercrime cartel
Russian cybercriminal gangs are mentoring younger groups and sharing hacking techniques, tools and data breach details.
FTC votes to defend "right to repair" with "new vigor"
Allowing consumers to make repairs themselves keeps electronics "off the scrap heap," says PIRG campaign director.
Mars rover set to collect first samples
The rover's samples from the floor of an ancient Martian lakebed will be retrieved and returned to Earth later this decade.
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California and Nevada governors urge federal aid to fight wildfires
Governors Gavin Newsom of California and Steve Sisolak of Nevada spoke with CBS News exclusively amid another brutal wildfire season.
CDC says some vaccinated Americans should wear masks indoors again
The CDC also said masks should be required of everyone inside K-12 schools.
NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
California and NYC to require their workers to get COVID vaccine
The move comes as the contagious Delta variant of the coronavirus grips the nation.
Students adapt wheelchair for teacher's husband and baby
"I never thought I'd be able to do something like this safely," the husband said.
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McCormick recalls three seasonings due to salmonella concerns
Kroger, Publix, Stop & Shop, Target and Walmart among retailers that sold spices in 32 states, Bermuda and Canada.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
CDC says some vaccinated Americans should wear masks indoors again
The CDC also said masks should be required of everyone inside K-12 schools.
Nevada brings back mask mandate in line with new CDC guidance
The order goes into effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday.
Louisiana prisons suspend visitation as COVID-19 cases soar
Louisiana is one of five states with the highest COVID-19 case rates, according to the White House.
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From Apple to Indeed, COVID variants delay return to office
Employment website Indeed moved its return-to-office date to January 2022, citing the rise of new strains of the virus.
Activision CEO apologizes, vows "swift action" to fix workplace
Apology comes hours before employee walkout in support of equal pay and "better labor conditions for all employees."
Landlords sue federal government for back rent due to CDC ban
The National Apartment Association says the CDC's eviction ban cost its members tens of billions of dollars.
IRS issues 1.5 million tax refunds to people who collected jobless aid
As many as 13 million taxpayers who collected unemployment benefits last year may be eligible to get money back.
"I'm terrified": Millions face eviction as moratorium nears end
Lavita Harvey, a single mother in Nevada, said she's facing eviction as she waits for $9,000 in federal assistance.
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TikTok star on life support, friend shot dead inside movie theater
Rylee Goodrich is dead, and Anthony Barajas was on life support, police in Corona, California, said.
Hobby Lobby forfeits "Epic of Gilgamesh" tablet to Justice Department
The tablet, one of the thousands illegally smuggled out of the Middle East, was seized by federal agents in 2019.
Political donor Ed Buck found guilty in overdose deaths
"This man did some terrible things to human beings," said a sister of one of the overdose victims after the verdict.
Man gets life for killing college student who mistook his car for Uber
"I close my eyes, and I feel what she endured at his hands," Samantha Josephson's mother said during the sentencing phase of the trial.
Spa shooting suspect pleads guilty to 4 murders
Robert Aaron Long will face charges in Fulton County, where prosecutors intend to seek hate crime enhancements and the death penalty.
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FAA changes definition of astronaut
Being an astronaut isn't what it used to be. The Federal Aviation Administration changed its definition of who qualifies even as billionaire-driven space tourism ramps up. CBS News' Michael George reports.
NASA detects water vapor on the solar system's largest moon
Where there's water, there could be life as we know it.
Russians ditch space station module, clearing way for new lab
After resolving multiple problems, Russian flight controllers cleared the way for Thursday's arrival of the new Nauka lab module.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
July's full Buck moon rises this week — and it may appear red
The full moon may appear a reddish-orange hue — and this time, it's not because of an eclipse.
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
Investigators want the public's help identifying women and children in convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs.
Evidence in the case against Mary Katherine Higdon
The investigation into Steven Freeman's death reveals a toxic relationship between high school sweethearts.
Evidence photos: Chino Hills massacre
Four people were brutally murdered in Chino Hills, Calif,. in 1983. Evidence used to convict Kevin Cooper is being questioned more than 35 years later.
Musicians are back on stage
After COVID shuttered live music events around the world in 2020, musical artists are now returning to festival and concert stages - and so are the fans.
Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony
A display of fireworks and choreography unfolded in a near-empty stadium in a subdued ceremony.
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Bring Your Own Brigade | Official Trailer
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker’s documentary captures the horror and heroism of the deadliest week of wildfires in California history and explores the causes and solutions of a global crisis that is quite literally burning our world to the ground. Bring Your Own Brigade is in theaters August 6 and streaming on CBSN and Paramount+ on August 20.
A photographer's mission to save wild horses
Amid efforts to roundup wild horses in the West, wildlife photographer Mary Hone is trying to protect them. Chip Reid shares more.
Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico's Future
CBSN Originals' new documentary explores the growing economic inequality in Puerto Rico and the divide over whether statehood is the solution.
McCormick recalls 3 seasonings over salmonella risk
McCormick is recalling some of its seasonings due to possible salmonella contamination.
Millions face eviction as moratorium nears end
The federal moratorium on evictions ends this week, putting many renters in jeopardy. Janet Shamlian spoke with a single mother who is one of thousands in Nevada waiting for federal assistance.