Democrats try to stop Sanders' momentum in fiery debate
But almost no candidate was unscathed in the debate, which took place just four days before the pivotal South Carolina primary and one week ahead of Super Tuesday.
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Michael Bloomberg made a reference to a bizarre and comical Times Square stalwart unique to New York City.
Fact-checking the Democratic debate in South Carolina
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Debate watchers most impressed by Sanders, Biden — CBS News poll
But many say this 10th debate made them nervous about the Democratic field.
Warren: Progressives have "exactly one chance" to make change happen
Warren told CBS News after the tenth Democratic debate that her track record demonstrates why she should be the progressive candidate to win the party's presidential nomination.
Sanders: "The truth is, nothing I am saying is radical"
Bernie Sanders was also pressed about his comments on "60 Minutes" about Fidel Castro, saying "Cuba is a dictatorship. I've said that 8 million times."
Full transcript of the South Carolina Democratic debate
Seven Democratic candidates met on stage in South Carolina for the last debate before the state's primary and Super Tuesday.
Buttigieg on his debate performance
Pete Buttigieg joins CBS News to discuss his performance at the 10th Democratic presidential debate in Charleston, South Carolina. The former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, discussed his efforts to appeal to black and Latino voters.
8 top moments from the South Carolina Democratic debate
The 10th debate of the presidential primary cycle was the last before the pivotal South Carolina primary Saturday.
Biden says winning by "one point is enough" in South Carolina
Biden said winning South Carolina by even one percentage point would be "enough" for him to stay in the race.
Steyer on his debate performance
Tom Steyer joins CBS News to break down his performance in the 10th 2020 Democratic presidential debate. Steyer remained focused on race in his post debate comments from Charleston, South Carolina.
Warren discusses debate performance
Elizabeth Warren joins CBS News to break down her performance in the 10th 2020 Democratic presidential debate. Warren focused on the Democratic party being progressive in her post debate comments from Charleston, South Carolina.
Sanders on his debate performance in South Carolina
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders joins CBS News to discuss his performance at the 10th Democratic debate hosted by CBS News in Charleston, South Carolina. Watch his remarks here.
Democrats pressed on how they would respond to coronavirus
Democrats vying for the presidential nomination said they would boost federal funding for the Centers for Disease Control and the National Institutes of Health and improve relations with U.S. allies.
Biden on his debate performance
Joe Biden breaks down his performance following the 10th Democratic debate in Charleston, South Carolina. Speaking with CBS News' Major Garrett, the former vice president spent most of his time going after front-runner Senator Bernie Sanders, and predicted a victory for himself in the South Carolina primary. Watch his remarks here.
CBS News post-debate instant poll
Democratic voters who watched Tuesday night's debate said national front-runner Bernie Sanders impressed them the most of any candidate, followed closely by Joe Biden and then Elizabeth Warren. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has more.
Klobuchar discusses her debate performance
Amy Klobuchar joins CBS News to discuss her performance at the 10th Democratic debate hosted by CBS News in Charleston, South Carolina. Watch her remarks here.
Top moments from South Carolina debate
Seven Democratic presidential candidates took the stage in Charleston, South Carolina, on Tuesday in a debate hosted by CBS News. Here are some of the highlights.
Candidates on misconceptions about them
The seven Democratic presidential candidates who took the stage in Charleston, South Carolina, in a debate hosted by CBS News described the biggest misconceptions others have about them and their personal motto. Watch their remarks here.
Sanders on authoritarian governments
Senator Bernie Sanders stated that his opinion on Cuban leadership was similar to that of Barack Obama. "When dictatorships, whether it is Chinese or the Cubans do something good, you acknowledge that, but you don't have to trade love letters with them," Sanders said at the CBS News debate in South Carolina.
Warren on Bloomberg's taxes
Senator Elizabeth Warren raised concerns about Michael Bloomberg not releasing his taxes until after Super Tuesday. Bloomberg defended his position by stating that he only joined the race only a few weeks ago.
Bloomberg on decriminalizing marijuana
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg says he would support the decriminalization of marijuana, but that it should be done across the states "very slowly."
Warren on race & housing
Senator Elizabeth Warren brought up the key role race plays in affordable housing at the CBS News debate in South Carolina on Tuesday night. She brought up Bloomberg's past comments on the end of redlining and the 2008 financial crash.
Candidates lay out their positions on guns
Each of the seven Democratic candidates made their case for why they are the strongest on gun control. Bernie Sanders defended his record while admitting his vote to shield gun manufacturers from legal consequences was wrong. Elizabeth Warren stressed the need to get rid of the filibuster to help push gun control through Congress. Watch their remarks here from the CBS News Democratic debate from Charleston, South Carolina.
Candidates spar over cost of a progressive agenda
Senator Bernie Sanders defended the cost of his health plan and a heated exchanged ensued at the CBS News Democratic debate in Charleston, South Carolina.
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Trump says U.S. "terminating" relationship with WHO
The president avoided questions from reporters in what the White House billed as a news conference.
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Attorney Benjamin Crump and Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Fed chief: Virus hurting "those least able to bear its burdens"
Inequality is deepening the economic impact of COVID-19 on American workers, U.S. central bank chairman said.
Biden refers to George Floyd's death as an "open wound"
On Friday, Biden said, "This is "no time for incendiary tweets."
Twitter flags Trump's "shooting" tweet for glorifying violence
His tough talk in a tweet on the Minneapolis unrest was quickly rebuked. So was one on Minneapolis' mayor.
Minneapolis police arrest CNN crew on live television
A CNN reporting team on the ground in Minneapolis was arrested on live television while covering the protests.
Obama on George Floyd: "This shouldn't be 'normal' in 2020"
Protests have erupted in Minneapolis after the death of an unarmed black man in police custody.
Cuomo says New York City on track to begin reopening June 8
Announcement comes as many local leaders in upstate New York regions are expressing frustration because Cuomo delayed Phase 2 reopening.
Ted Cruz calls for criminal investigation into Twitter
Cruz alleges the company is violating U.S. sanctions against Iran by allowing Iranian leaders to have social media accounts.
Executive order takes aim at social media companies
The president and attorney general said the administration is working on legislation, too.
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Zoo worker mauled in "harrowing" attack by lions
The 35-year-old woman suffered serious head and neck injuries after being attacked by 2 male lions.
Ancient Roman mosaic floor unearthed in Italian vineyard
Archeologists discovered the long-sought-after tiles just one week after returning from coronavirus closures.
TikTok video helps reunite Indian family with dad missing for 2 years
"We both burst into tears when we first saw each other. He asked me to come and take him home, signalling in his own way," the man's son said.
Coronavirus forces some of Paris' top restaurants to turn to takeout
World-class chefs find that while adapting fine dining for home dining presents challenges, it can also serve up opportunities.
Trump offers to mediate "raging" standoff between China and India
The Asian giants have long feuded over their Himalayan border, and while thousands of troops are reportedly involved, analysts don't foresee disaster.
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Protests unfold nationwide over George Floyd's death as Minneapolis burns
Angry demonstrations flared over the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer kneeled on his neck.
Trump says U.S. "terminating" relationship with WHO
The president avoided questions from reporters in what the White House billed as a news conference.
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Attorney Benjamin Crump and Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Family lawyer says no charges is "like they're killing George all over again"
Floyd family attorney Ben Crump said that he and the family of George Floyd will call on Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to take up Floyd's case.
Taylor Swift takes aim at Trump in powerful tweet
"After stoking the fires of white supremacy and racism your entire presidency, you have the nerve to feign moral superiority before threatening violence?" she tweeted.
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Trump says U.S. "terminating" relationship with WHO
The president avoided questions from reporters in what the White House billed as a news conference.
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Attorney Benjamin Crump and Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Fed chief: Virus hurting "those least able to bear its burdens"
Inequality is deepening the economic impact of COVID-19 on American workers, U.S. central bank chairman said.
Biden refers to George Floyd's death as an "open wound"
On Friday, Biden said, "This is "no time for incendiary tweets."
Twitter flags Trump's "shooting" tweet for glorifying violence
His tough talk in a tweet on the Minneapolis unrest was quickly rebuked. So was one on Minneapolis' mayor.
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Taylor Swift takes aim at Trump in powerful tweet
"After stoking the fires of white supremacy and racism your entire presidency, you have the nerve to feign moral superiority before threatening violence?" she tweeted.
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The New York City institution voted "Best Bar In The World" offers "Sunday Morning" viewers several recipes for your virtual cocktail hour
"We Are One" presents a free global film festival online
With theatres closed around the world, 21 international film festivals unite to curate streaming content beginning May 29, including features, documentaries, and conversations with filmmakers.
Ava DuVernay has a new initiative to connect film and social justice
ARRAY 101 will offer free learning guides to accompany TV and film productions, and the first will be for "When They See Us."
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How to watch the SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
Watch live as two NASA astronauts lift off aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon, ushering in a new era for the U.S. space program.
Executive order takes aim at social media companies
The president and attorney general said the administration is working on legislation, too.
Zuckerberg responds to Twitter fact-checking Trump tweet
The Facebook CEO also spoke out against government censorship of social media platforms.
Amazon to turn 125,000 pandemic hires into permanent jobs
Retail giant says most of the seasonal workers hired amid delivery surge during COVID-19 lockdowns can stay on.
NSA warns of new "Sandworm" cyberattacks by Russia-backed hackers
The "Sandworm" hacking team has been exploiting a serious flaw in commonly used email software to obtain "any attacker's dream access," the NSA said.
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How to watch the SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
Watch live as two NASA astronauts lift off aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon, ushering in a new era for the U.S. space program.
Bald eagle nest eggs spotted on Cape Cod for first time in 115 years
Officials said bald eagle numbers are soaring throughout Massachusetts in 2020.
Race for coronavirus vaccines stokes a biotech stock bubble
Biotech stocks like Moderna and Novavax are up as much as 1,200% this year as Wall Street bets on coronavirus cures.
SpaceX postpones historic launch due to weather
The next attempt to launch will be Saturday afternoon, after weather conditions forced a delay.
Fishermen donated 220-pound tuna to health care workers in Hawaii
"Anytime you can get fresh fish prepared for you and given to you, my god what else can we ask for," a local nurse said.
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Cuomo says New York City on track to begin reopening June 8
Announcement comes as many local leaders in upstate New York regions are expressing frustration because Cuomo delayed Phase 2 reopening.
Ditching the water cooler: Coronavirus to upend office life
New federal health guidelines could mean the end of everything from handshakes to employee break rooms.
Pandemic historian criticizes Trump administration's COVID response
John Barry, an expert on the 1918 influenza pandemic, spoke with Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" podcast.
Veteran who died reveals pandemic's effect on mental health
Marine Corporal Rory Hamill lost his life not at war — but in a growing mental health crisis that's being made worse by the deadliest public health crisis in a century.
When losing a job means scrambling for health insurance
Theater director Tim Seib, whose asthma put him at higher risk for COVID-19, suddenly found himself without coverage.
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Consumer spending plunges as Americans hoard cash
Record-busting drop in consumer spending last month in the U.S. is equivalent to the yearly economic output of Russia.
Ditching the water cooler: Coronavirus to upend office life
New federal health guidelines could mean the end of everything from handshakes to employee break rooms.
Where's my stimulus check? Answers to common questions
Millions of Americans are still waiting for their economic impact payments. Here are some reasons for the holdup.
Thinner slice of Le Pain Quotidien in U.S. after bankruptcy
European bakery chain, slammed by competitors, then COVID-19, to sell it 98 U.S. locations. Only 35 of them to reopen.
Coronavirus isn't the only health risk for reopening buildings
If buildings have not had water flowing through them during the lockdowns, there could be a risk of getting Legionnaires' disease.
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Family lawyer says no charges is "like they're killing George all over again"
Floyd family attorney Ben Crump said that he and the family of George Floyd will call on Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to take up Floyd's case.
Fired Minneapolis officer charged with murder in death of George Floyd
Derek Chauvin, the former officer, has been charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter, an official said.
Minnesota governor says black community "hurting beyond words"
Fires, looting and violence stemmed from outrage over the death of George Floyd
Transcript of 911 call on George Floyd released
Floyd, 46, died after a police officer kept his knee on his neck for several minutes while he cried out that he couldn't breathe.
Did the "Hollywood Ripper" kill for the thrill of it?
Prosecutors say serial killer Michael Gargiulo lived near his victims and spied on them.
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How to watch the SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
Watch live as two NASA astronauts lift off aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon, ushering in a new era for the U.S. space program.
SpaceX launch set for Saturday afternoon
NASA and SpaceX will make a second attempt to send two American astronauts to the International Space Station on Saturday afternoon. Senior science reporter at The Verge Loren Grush joined CBSN to discuss.
SpaceX postpones historic launch due to weather
The next attempt to launch will be Saturday afternoon, after weather conditions forced a delay.
SpaceX and NASA delay launch due to weather
SpaceX is ready to make history with the launch of the first crew aboard a commercial spacecraft to the International Space Station. But the weather didn't cooperate today, and the launch had to be postponed for Saturday. Loren Grush, senior space reporter for The Verge, joins CBSN to talk about the mission.
"It's tremendously exciting": Astronauts count down to historic launch
The first launch of astronauts from U.S. soil since 2011 marks a milestone for NASA — and private sector space travel.
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Thousand of protesters gathered in Minneapolis demanding justice for George Floyd after he died in police custody. The protest reached its boiling point when police fired tear gas at demonstrators. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues spoke to Floyd's family. He joins CBSN to share what they said and what's next for the officers involved.
Taps Across America
Since parades and gatherings are cancelled this Memorial Day weekend, retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva and correspondent Steve Hartman are asking buglers and trumpet players across the country to stand on their porches this Memorial Day, and play the haunting music of “Taps” – and for the rest of us to soak in this 24-note reminder of what Memorial Day is all about. For information on how to participate, go to cbsnews.com/taps.
Firefighters battles huge fire in San Francisco
About 150 firefighters battled a four-alarm fire at a warehouse at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and and saved a historic World War II-era ship from the fire. Michael George reports.
An urban farm's quest to survive and thrive
Before the coronavirus, this non-profit farm was flourishing. Amid an uncertain future, they're still giving back.
NASA astronauts prep for SpaceX launch
NASA is counting down to the historic launch of a SpaceX rocket that is scheduled for Wednesday. The rocket, named "Dragon," will carry two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station and mark a new chapter in commercial space flight. Mark Strassmann reports.