CBS News poll: Elizabeth Warren tops Democrats' wish list for VP
Many Democrats say picking a woman helps the ticket. The economy and outbreak factor into presidential race.
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Elizabeth Warren dropping out after disappointing Super Tuesday finish
In a call with campaign staff Thursday morning, Warren said her campaign "has made a lasting difference."
Warren is assessing her campaign after Super Tuesday losses
After a disappointing finish in Super Tuesday primaries, including her home state of Massachusetts, Warren is speaking to her team to assess the future of her campaign.
Warren pitches herself as new center of Democratic Party
"We find ourselves barreling toward another primary along the same lanes as 2016: one for an insider, one for an outsider," she said Monday. "Democratic voters should have more choice than that."
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.
Warren drafts document to release people from NDAs with Bloomberg
During the presidential debate Wednesday, Warren called on Bloomberg to release people from NDAs in a contentious exchange.
George Zimmerman sues Buttigieg and Warren for defamation
Zimmerman accused the candidates of "maliciously publishing false and misleading" tweets about his shooting of Trayvon Martin to "garner votes in the black community."
Elizabeth Warren gets coveted Iowa newspaper endorsement
Iowa's caucuses are February 3, the first nominating contest in the nation.
Warren lands key endorsements ahead of New Hampshire primary
The endorsements come at a critical time for Warren, who has fallen significantly in recent polling out the Granite State
2020 candidates link arms on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, who sparred last week over alleged comments made at a 2018 meeting, walked arm in arm at a parade in Columbia, South Carolina.
New York Times endorses 2 candidates for president for first time
The paper gave its thumbs-up to Elizabeth Warren and Amy Klobuchar, both senators who represent divergent strains in the Democratic Party.
Warren criticizes Bloomberg for financial disclosure extension
Bloomberg was given a 45-day extension to file his personal financial disclosure with the FEC, which means his financial filings won't be public until after Super Tuesday.
"I think you called me a liar": Audio of post-debate chat released
Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders have been at odds over a meeting they had in 2018 about the 2020 election and taking on Trump.
Sanders, Warren spar over whether he said a woman couldn't win
They addressed a disputed December 2018 meeting, during which Warren claims Sanders told her a woman couldn't win in 2020. After the debate, the two candidates appeared to have a tense conversation caught by cameras.
Warren claims Sanders said a woman couldn't win the presidency
"Among the topics that came up was what would happen if Democrats nominated a female candidate. I thought a woman could win; he disagreed," Warren said in a statement Monday.
Warren "disappointed" by negative script from Sanders campaign
Both Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders will be at Tuesday's debate.
Warren reignites feud with Biden over bankruptcy policy
In releasing her plan on how the U.S. should handle personal bankruptcies, Warren brings up a fight she had with Biden while he was a senator and she was a professor.
Castro endorses Warren for president days after dropping out
"Theres one candidate I see who's unafraid to fight like hell to make sure America's promise will be there for everyone," Castro said in a video
Elizabeth Warren made $1.9 million for legal work over 30 years
Warren released an updated financial disclosure regarding income she earned from legal work while she was a professor.
New Warren ad attacks Bloomberg ... on Bloomberg TV
"Some people have figured out, you know, it would be a lot cheaper to spend a few hundred mil just buying the presidency instead of paying that 2% wealth tax," the 2020 candidate said in the new ad.
Warren rolls out "transition" version of "Medicare for All"
Warren said the transition to full Medicare for All would take three years
Elizabeth Warren to Bill Gates: I will explain my wealth tax to you
Gates — worth an estimated $109 billion — wondered if he'd pay $100 billion under her plan to target country's largest fortunes
Elizabeth Warren leading Joe Biden in new Quinnipiac poll
The poll comes on the heels of a CNN poll that showed Biden with the widest lead in months
Warren's joke during LGBTQ town hall goes viral
When asked how she would respond to a supporter who believes marriage is between one man and one woman, Warren responded with a joke
Warren clarifies pledge on fundraisers if she's the nominee
Warren had previously told CBS News that high-dollar fundraisers run counter to the message of her campaign
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Biden is first candidate in U.S. history to surpass 80 million votes
President Trump received the second-most votes of all time, with more than 73 million.
Does America need couples therapy?
Americans are fiercely split, not only about policy, but on the basic decency of the other side.
Biden says his team is already talking with the Trump administration
The president-elect said talks are already underway, after the GSA gave the green light.
Watch Live: Biden delivers Thanksgiving address
The president-elect is expected to discuss the "shared sacrifices Americans are making this holiday season," according to his transition team.
Watch Live: Trump phones in false claims at Pennsylvania Senate committee hearing
"We have to turn the election over," the president said of overturning a fair and free election.
New Mexico passes $330 million coronavirus relief bill
The largest appropriation of the bill will go directly to all types of unemployed workers in the form of a one-time $1,200 check and up to $50,000 for certain businesses.
Black voters concerned about Trump campaign's efforts to overturn election
"We were watching elected officials argue about whether our votes should count or not," Detroit pastor Rev. Charles Williams said.
Trump will share presidential intelligence briefing with Biden
President-elect Biden will begin receiving the President's Daily Brief, a classified intelligence report.
New rule to require certain travelers to pay bonds to enter U.S.
The State Department said the rules are designed to send "a message" to certain countries whose citizens have high rates of remaining in the U.S. after their visas have expired.
Trump participates in the annual turkey pardon
The annual White House tradition is one of the president's few public events since Election Day.
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Soccer legend Diego Maradona has died at 60
Maradona is widely considered to be one of the best soccer players of all time.
Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Randy Arozarena arrested in Mexico
Prosecutors confirm that Arozarena was detained "for problems relating to his ex-partner," amid reports of a custody dispute.
Meghan Markle opens up about "unbearable grief" after miscarriage
"Despite the staggering commonality of this pain, the conversation remains taboo, riddled with (unwarranted) shame, and perpetuating a cycle of solitary mourning," Markle wrote in a New York Times op-ed.
New rule to require certain travelers to pay bonds to enter U.S.
The State Department said the rules are designed to send "a message" to certain countries whose citizens have high rates of remaining in the U.S. after their visas have expired.
Pope supports George Floyd protests in book
The pope also addresses the coronavirus pandemic and criticized people who protested preventative guidelines in his new book.
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"Sunday Morning" primetime: "The Pet Project" (Nov. 27)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the #1 Sunday morning news program - at night!
Rockefeller Center Christmas tree owl released back into the wild
"We are sure that Rocky will feel your love and support through her journey south," said the wildlife center where Rocky stayed for a week of rehabilitation.
The Weeknd lashes out at Grammys after receiving zero nominations
"You owe me, my fans and the industry transparency," he wrote.
Thanksgiving night Ravens-Steelers game moved to Sunday due to COVID
The NFL announced the move but did not specify a time for the game nor which network would televise it.
For restaurants, Thanksgiving closures are tough to swallow
A terrible year for restaurant owners is now even tougher, as pandemic restrictions threaten to spoil the holidays.
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Biden is first candidate in U.S. history to surpass 80 million votes
President Trump received the second-most votes of all time, with more than 73 million.
Does America need couples therapy?
Americans are fiercely split, not only about policy, but on the basic decency of the other side.
Biden says his team is already talking with the Trump administration
The president-elect said talks are already underway, after the GSA gave the green light.
Watch Live: Biden delivers Thanksgiving address
The president-elect is expected to discuss the "shared sacrifices Americans are making this holiday season," according to his transition team.
Watch Live: Trump phones in false claims at Pennsylvania Senate committee hearing
"We have to turn the election over," the president said of overturning a fair and free election.
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The Weeknd lashes out at Grammys after receiving zero nominations
"You owe me, my fans and the industry transparency," he wrote.
Netflix removes "Chappelle's Show" at Dave Chappelle's request
The comedian said Netflix pulled the show after he asked them to.
Supermodel Ashley Graham on "Pretty Big Deal"
Supermodel, entrepreneur and host Ashley Graham discusses season three of her podcast, "Pretty Big Deal." She also talks about being a new mom, having an unexpected extended maternity leave during quarantine in Nebraska, and her role raising a biracial son.
Beyoncé leads Grammy nominations with 9
Beyoncé picked up song and record of the year Grammy nominations with "Black Parade," which she released on Juneteenth.
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SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
DoorDash to pay $2.5 million for allegedly misusing worker tips
Prosecutor says the food delivery company misled consumers about how gratuities were used.
Dow hits 30,000 as Trump signals exit from White House
Markets rose as Pennsylvania certified election results, confirming President-elect Joe Biden's victory.
SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
Getting started with MagSafe, the iPhone 12's best new feature
Apple's new magnetic accessories and wireless chargers are expensive and clunky. They're also the coolest iPhone upgrade in years.
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SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
Mysterious monolith discovered in Utah desert
State officials said it's illegal to install art structures without authorization on federally managed lands, "no matter what planet you're from."
Endangered whale washes ashore dead in North Carolina
The National Park Service says only about 360 right whales are still alive and about five or six calves are born each year.
Is this house under a convent in Israel the boyhood home of Jesus?
"I'm working off evidence," Professor Ken Dark told CBS News. "What's there on the ground is very consistent, very convincing."
COVID lockdowns' impact on greenhouse gas emissions a "tiny blip"
U.N. weather agency voices hope for lasting change after pandemic, but says reduction in greenhouse gases during lockdowns was just a "tiny blip."
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Study finds combo pill lowers heart risks
According to the World Health Organization, heart disease is the top killer globally. But a new study finds that a single daily polypill can dramatically reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes and other heart-related deaths. Dr. Luiza Petre joins CBSN AM with more.
Thanksgiving night Ravens-Steelers game moved to Sunday due to COVID
The NFL announced the move but did not specify a time for the game nor which network would televise it.
Cuomo expects "significant rise" in COVID-19 cases in December
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said gatherings during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend will likely lead to a rise in coronavirus cases.
Nearly 1 million crockpots recalled due to burn risk
Sunbeam product linked to 99 consumers sustaining first- to third-degree burns from spewing hot food and liquid.
Governor: Stimulus provides more "freedom" for possible lockdown
Democrats and Republicans in Congress have been at a stalemate for months over a new stimulus package.
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Nearly 7 million Americans risk being evicted after Dec. 31
Census data show that some 9 million people — 1 in 6 U.S. households — are behind on their rent.
Unemployment claims rise for the second week in a row
Some 778,000 Americans applied for jobless aid last week, a sign the economic recovery is bogging down.
Trump plan would cut food stamps to more than 8,000 seniors
Cutting the nutrition aid for more than 8,000 poor seniors on January 1 would be "catastrophic," lawmakers say.
Is it worth leaving your house for Black Friday sales?
A surge in coronavirus cases poses a dilemma for your holiday shopping, but experts have some advice.
Americans are scared as virus surges. They're also resilient.
"I am already drained and overwhelmed," admits one nursing assistant. After getting sick another worker says, "You have to make it work."
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OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma pleads guilty in criminal case
The OxyContin maker admitted impeding the DEA's efforts to combat the addiction crisis.
Drugs and ammo seized in Calif., 3 charged in "blow" to major cartel
The DEA agent in charge called the arrests and seizure of $3.5 million in cash "gained through selling death here in our community" a "blow to the Mexican Cartels."
Massive unemployment fraud found in California prisons: Prosecutors
California has paid out at least $140 million in benefits and at least 158 claims have been filed for 133 inmates on death row, according to Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert.
In a first, San Francisco DA charges on-duty cop with homicide
District Attorney Chesa Boudin called the decision to file charges "historic."
Trump backer charged with assault after exhaling on protesters
Incident was caught on video and happened outside Trump golf club in Sterling, Virginia as pro- and anti-Trump demonstrators awaited his arrival.
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SpaceX launches 60 more internet satellites in 100th Falcon 9 flight
The Falcon 9 rocket's first stage set a new record, making its seventh flight from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida.
China launches ambitious lunar sample return mission
If successful, the Chang'e 5 mission will be the first in 44 years to bring lunar samples to Earth.
SpaceX launches NASA-European sea level monitor
The Sentinel-6 satellite is the first of two in a billion-dollar program to monitor Earth's oceans.
Astronauts describe thrilling ride to space
Rookie astronaut Victor Glover calls the view from space "surreal."
Astronauts hold Q&A at space station
Five astronauts, including four who launched Sunday aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon "Resilience," held a news conference Thursday from the International Space Station about how their mission is going. Watch their remarks from NASA TV.
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CBSN Originals: "A City Under Surveillance"
The Detroit Police Department is using facial recognition technology and a network of surveillance cameras to combat the city’s high crime rates. But critics say the technology has racial bias built into it and has even landed innocent people behind bars. In this documentary, CBSN Originals explores the debate over high-tech policing that promises to make our communities safer yet at the same time threatens our civil liberties.
Norah O'Donnell Reports: Sexual Assault in the Military
A year-and-a-half long investigation by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and the CBS News Investigative Unit into sexual assault within the U.S. military uncovered failures by leaders to address the issue. Over the course of the investigation, CBS News spoke with nearly two dozen survivors of sexual assault, whistleblowers who worked for the military's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program and families of suicide victims who say the military grossly mishandled reports of sexual assault.
Giving thanks for a virtual Friendsgiving
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise across the nation, the CDC is recommending that people celebrate Thanksgiving at home with those you live with, or virtually. A group of friends who grew up together in Ohio proved the latter could still bring on the holiday spirit, as they continued an annual tradition they started in 2008. Jeannette Iskander and Christopher Eddie share with CBSN how their friends were able to give thanks together despite a tough season.
CDC weighs shortening COVID-19 quarantine period
As coronavirus cases in the U.S. spike to record highs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are considering a change to the agency's recommendation about quarantining for 14 days after a person tests positive for coronavirus. Dr. Wilbur Chen-- a professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, the director of the UMB Travel Medicine Practice and the chief of adult clinical studies at the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health -- joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments for a possible coronavirus vaccine and the CDC's approach to vaccine guidelines.
New book on post-pandemic world
It's become clear that in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic the world will be different, but how so? Scott Galloway, the author of the new book, "Post Corona: From Crisis to Opportunity," joins CBSN for a closer look.