Remember when governors used to win the presidency?
In the presidential elections since 2008, governors have made early departures from both Democratic and Republican primaries. Why is this happening?
John Hickenlooper
After leaving White House race, Hickenlooper announces Senate run
John Hickenlooper rolled out his Senate campaign bid after dropping out of the presidential race last week
John Hickenlooper drops out of presidential race
Multiple people familiar with his plans have said in recent days that Hickenlooper will spend time mulling a possible bid for the U.S. Senate
Hickenlooper vows to stay in Democratic presidential race
The former Colorado governor is lagging far behind in polls but continues to insist he has no interest in running against Sen. Cory Gardner instead
Hickenlooper shakes up presidential campaign staff
Several changes to the former Colorado governor's staff were announced after his finance director left to join Beto O'Rourke's campaign
DNC announces candidates participating in first Democratic primary debates
Fourteen of the candidates met both criteria for the debates
Hickenlooper rails against socialism in speech targeting Sanders
"I fundamentally disagree that we should do away with the democratic, regulated capitalism that has guided this country for over 200 years"
Hickenlooper looks to expand access to long-acting contraception
Hickenlooper's plan to expand access to contraception is based off a similar initiative he championed in Colorado
John Hickenlooper releases plan to reduce gun violence today
The 2020 Democratic presidential candidate and former governor is calling for national gun licenses and raising the legal age to own a firearm
John Hickenlooper to lay out first foreign policy proposal
As the contenders for the 2020 race have been solidified, domestic policy has taken center stage among the candidates
John Hickenlooper unveils plan to "re-energize trade with the world"
Hickenlooper's plan proposes more trade cooperation and includes adding climate change goals into trade agreements
Hickenlooper: "The sooner the better" on Afghanistan pullout
"A war that's been going on for 17 years and that we see no indication of victory -- you've got to look at different routes and different solutions," he told "CBS This Morning"
Hickenlooper on Afghanistan, gun control
In our series, The Road to 2020, we talk to current and prospective candidates about important issues that affect the country. John Hickenlooper is a former two-term governor of Colorado. During his time in office, he expanded the Colorado's Medicaid coverage, fought for new gun laws, and developed the CareerWise training program to help high school students get apprenticeships. Hickenlooper, one of 14 candidates seeking the Democratic nomination in 2020, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he's running for president.
Transcript: John Hickenlooper on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of the interview with former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper that aired Sunday, March 10, 2019, on "Face the Nation"
Hickenlooper "happy to say" he's a capitalist
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper joins moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss his 2020 campaign for president and the debate over capitalism in the Democratic Party.
Hickenlooper launches 2020 bid
Sen. Bernie Sanders held his first rally this weekend, as a second time presidential candidate. Meanwhile, a more moderate candidate entered the field. Caitlin Huey-Burns, CBSN political reporter, Ed O'Keefe, CBS News political correspondent, and Antjuan Seawright, a democratic strategist join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the large amount of 2020 contenders.
John Hickenlooper running for president
Former Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper announced his candidacy for president Tuesday. Colorado Sun political reporter John Frank and CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to CBSN about how he fits into a crowded Democratic primary field.
John Hickenlooper joins crowded 2020 race
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper announced his campaign for the 2020 presidential election Monday, joining an already crowded field of Democratic hopefuls. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN with more on what he brings to the race.
John Hickenlooper joins 2020 race
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper announced his campaign for the 2020 presidential election Monday, joining an already crowded field of Democratic hopefuls.
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper running for president
Hickenlooper is the second governor or ex-governor to enter the ever-growing Democratic primary
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper staffs up for possible 2020 bid
Colorado Democrat has already launched a political action committee that allows him to raise money nationally
Governors on health care
Gov. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, and Gov. John Kasich, R-Ohio, discuss how their states are finding solutions to the many problems they face despite Washington partisanship.
Preview: The Pot Vote
Governor John Hickenlooper of Colorado, where recreational pot is legal, urges caution to states voting on it because there's not enough data
Reaction to DNC controversy
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper joins CBSN with reaction to the Clinton-Kaine ticket and the controversy surrounding the Democratic National Convention.
Colorado governor: If Hillary Clinton was a man, she would face less criticism
Gov. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, says Hillary Clinton faces more attacks advertisements and criticisms as a woman
Politics
Trump says he wouldn't rule out more funding for Postal Service
But he still voiced opposition to billions in funding because it would help with the expansion of mail-in voting.
Postal Service changes, coronavirus relief deadlock have lawmakers worried about November
As Democrats press for federal assistance for the U.S. Postal Service, President Trump admitted starving the agency of federal money stymies efforts to expand mail-in voting.
Get to know Kamala Harris' family
Harris comes from a family of immigrants whose roots and political views heavily shaped her.
Biden and Harris call for 3-month nationwide mask mandate
Biden told reporters that "every governor should mandate" wearing a mask outside of the home for at least three months.
Trump says in-person voting will be safe
Earlier in the day Trump indicated he opposed additional funding for the Postal Service because it would aid in expanding voting by mail, which he opposes.
Trump campaign adviser floats false theory about Harris' eligibility
The dean of Berkeley Law School, a constitutional law expert, called the notion that Harris is ineligible "a truly silly argument."
One of the most reliable indicators of reelection looks ominous for Trump
An election forecaster's model relying on this single economic data point would have correctly predicted the winner of all 11 elections with an incumbent president running since World War II.
Facebook announces new resource to aid mail voting, limit disinformation
Facebook is focusing on election misinformation threats involving efforts to suppress turnout, the release of misleading information during vote counting, and potential hack-and-leak scenarios.
Biden and Harris to address Democratic convention from Delaware
Joe Biden introduced Kamala Harris as his vice presidential pick at an event in Wilmington on Wednesday.
NBA arena workers take on polling place duties for Election Day
Nick Darby, a State Farms Arena guest engagement manager, says he's working remotely — and he'll also be taking on the responsibilities of a polling place worker.
World
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ISIS accused of selling fake PPE online to finance terrorism
Their alleged aim is to raise money by offering bogus personal protective equipment at a time of desperate shortages.
Trump announces peace agreement between Israel and UAE
The president called the agreement "historic."
Perseids meteor shower captured in stunning photos worldwide
The best meteor shower of the year didn't disappoint.
Chicken imported to China from Brazil positive for COVID-19, officials say
The CDC says there is no evidence to suggest that consuming or handling food is associated with the coronavirus.
Israel responds to fire balloons from Gaza with fighter jet strikes
Government also cuts fuel supplies to Palestinian territory over "continued launching of incendiary balloons."
U.S.
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Trump says he wouldn't rule out more funding for Postal Service
But he still voiced opposition to billions in funding because it would help with the expansion of mail-in voting.
Postal Service changes, coronavirus relief deadlock have lawmakers worried about November
As Democrats press for federal assistance for the U.S. Postal Service, President Trump admitted starving the agency of federal money stymies efforts to expand mail-in voting.
Novak Djokovic to play in US Open, Bianca Andreescu opts out
While Djokovic will be playing, Andreescu joined the growing list of players who have opted out of the 2020 competition.
More than 1,500 students and staff quarantined as schools reopen
More than 1,500 students in seven states were quarantined following positive coronavirus cases in schools that had just reopened their doors.
Get to know Kamala Harris' family
Harris comes from a family of immigrants whose roots and political views heavily shaped her.
Politics
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Trump says he wouldn't rule out more funding for Postal Service
But he still voiced opposition to billions in funding because it would help with the expansion of mail-in voting.
Postal Service changes, coronavirus relief deadlock have lawmakers worried about November
As Democrats press for federal assistance for the U.S. Postal Service, President Trump admitted starving the agency of federal money stymies efforts to expand mail-in voting.
Get to know Kamala Harris' family
Harris comes from a family of immigrants whose roots and political views heavily shaped her.
Biden and Harris call for 3-month nationwide mask mandate
Biden told reporters that "every governor should mandate" wearing a mask outside of the home for at least three months.
Trump says in-person voting will be safe
Earlier in the day Trump indicated he opposed additional funding for the Postal Service because it would aid in expanding voting by mail, which he opposes.
Entertainment
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Novak Djokovic to play in US Open, Bianca Andreescu opts out
While Djokovic will be playing, Andreescu joined the growing list of players who have opted out of the 2020 competition.
AMC plans to open about two-thirds of U.S. theaters by September 3
The company hopes to reopen more than 100 U.S. theaters by August 20.
Big 12 moving forward with 2020 football season this fall
The Big 12 commissioner said the conference will implement "enhanced testing," consisting of three tests per week for football and any other "high contact sports."
Philadelphia music program teaches students virtually
The 90 students at the All City Orchestra Summer Academy have found a way to keep practicing, despite the quarantine. Jim Axelrod reports.
Media giant Sumner Redstone dead at 97
Sumner Redstone, the Chairman Emeritus ViacomCBS, has died at 97. Redstone battled his way to the top, growing a small chain of movie theaters into a media empire. Mark Strassmann reports.
Technology
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Fortnite maker sues Apple after being booted from App store
Video game giant accuses Apple of "seeking to control markets, block competition and stifle innovation."
Facebook announces new resource to aid mail voting, limit disinformation
Facebook is focusing on election misinformation threats involving efforts to suppress turnout, the release of misleading information during vote counting, and potential hack-and-leak scenarios.
Uber says its drivers make $55,000 a year — critics say no way
Outside studies have found that drivers for the ride-hailing service can expect to make less than $20,000 a year.
Facebook touts use of AI to help detect harmful content
The social media giant is using it to help figure out what content, amid millions of posts, violates its policies and should be labeled or removed, but AI has some limitations.
Transit officials ask Apple to help protect passengers
New York transit agency wants better way for iPhone users to unlock their phones without taking off their mask.
Science
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Astronomers find "Milky Way look-alike" 12 billion light years away
The galaxy appears as a near-perfect ring of light — a so-called "Einstein Ring."
New dinosaur closely related to the T. rex discovered in U.K.
The rare bones were found by amateur fossil hunters on the Isle of Wight.
Mauritius says it will seek compensation for devastating oil spill
Owner of grounded ship that spilled 1,000 tons of oil onto pristine coastline has reportedly said it will assess compensation for the disaster.
Greenland ice sheet claims life of renowned climate scientist
Konrad "Koni" Steffen apparently fell to his death in a crevasse on the ice sheet he dedicated his life to studying.
Brazil's leader calls Amazon fires a "lie." Images show otherwise.
Fires in the Amazon rainforest are surging as Brazil's president claims they don't exist.
Health
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More than 1,500 students and staff quarantined as schools reopen
More than 1,500 students in seven states were quarantined following positive coronavirus cases in schools that had just reopened their doors.
CDC director says U.S. could have "worst fall" ever
"This could be the worst fall from a public health perspective we've ever had," said CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield.
Biden and Harris call for 3-month nationwide mask mandate
Biden told reporters that "every governor should mandate" wearing a mask outside of the home for at least three months.
Georgia governor withdrawing lawsuit against Atlanta mayor
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp had claimed that the city was imposing more restrictive measures than his executive orders amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
FDA warns consumers of another possible toxin in hand sanitizers
Federal regulators have flagged nearly 150 products to avoid because they may contain 1-propanol or methanol.
MoneyWatch
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Navigating the housing market during a pandemic
Home prices are up in 96% of U.S. cities, but deals can still be found due to the impact of COVID-19.
AMC plans to open about two-thirds of U.S. theaters by September 3
The company hopes to reopen more than 100 U.S. theaters by August 20.
Brooks Brothers finds suitors in $325 million sale
At least 125 of the iconic clothier's retail locations will remain open as part of the deal.
Stocks flirt with record high despite signs of slowdown
Head of Boston Fed said in a speech on Wednesday that the economic recovery appears to be slowing.
Stein Mart to close hundreds of stores after going bankrupt
"We loved serving our communities over the years," says CEO of 112-year-old discount store chain.
Crime
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ISIS accused of selling fake PPE online to finance terrorism
Their alleged aim is to raise money by offering bogus personal protective equipment at a time of desperate shortages.
Gunfire at party prompts Airbnb to sue renter
It's the first time the company is taking legal action against a guest for violating its ban on unauthorized parties.
Florida men accused of selling fake COVID cure arrested
They face a maximum of between 14 and more than 17 years in prison if convicted of all charges.
DNA links man who killed himself last week to teen's 1996 death
A DNA match has solved the strangulation murder of Jessica Baggen, a case that was cold for 24 years.
Man punches Sesame Place worker who asked him to wear a mask
Police say they're seeking him after he punched the 17-year-old then fled park security in a car with New York plates.
Space
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Astronomers find "Milky Way look-alike" 12 billion light years away
The galaxy appears as a near-perfect ring of light — a so-called "Einstein Ring."
Perseids meteor shower captured in stunning photos worldwide
The best meteor shower of the year didn't disappoint.
NASA drops "insensitive" nicknames for cosmic objects
The space agency will no longer use nicknames like "Eskimo Nebula" or "Siamese Twins Galaxy."
ULA, SpaceX win massive Pentagon contracts
ULA and SpaceX are expected to launch more than 30 national security space missions through 2026.
Penguin poop spotted from space reveals hidden Antarctic colonies
But it's not all good news — the newfound colonies are all but certain to be affected by climate change.
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Crash course on Kamala Harris
She's making history as Joe Biden's running mate. Here's what you need to know.
Celebrities who support Joe Biden for president
Some of Hollywood's biggest names are backing former Vice President Joe Biden over President Donald Trump in 2020.
Celebrities who support Donald Trump for president
From screen legends to star athletes, The Donald has some famous names in his corner.
Aftermath of Beirut's deadly blast
Hundreds of tons of highly explosive material were stored in a waterfront hangar, and the blast sent a shock wave that killed at least 160 people, wounded nearly 6,000.
"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
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Growing pains for legal weed in California
When voters legalized marijuana three years ago, advocates said illegal operations would be pushed out and the state would make hundreds of millions in tax revenue. So far, those dreams have not panned out. Sharyn Alfonsi reports.
White House and Congress fail to reach new stimulus deal
Despite hours of negotiating early Saturday, the White House and Congress failed to reach a new stimulus deal despite millions of Americans facing possible evictions and other financial obligations. Nikole Killion reports.
Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis
These are the stories of disparity, inequity and leadership in the Latino community amid the coronavirus pandemic. Maria Elena Salinas hosts “Pandemia: Latinos in Crisis,” a CBS News special.
California wildfires force evacuations
Blazing wildfires attributed to scorching temperatures are ripping through Southern California. At least 200 homes have been evacuated as hundreds of firefighters are on the ground battling the flames.
Exclusive: Trump defends COVID response
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, President Trump defended his response to the coronavirus pandemic, insisting that despite long lines and long waits, testing is "working well." Mr. Trump also discussed the ongoing controversy surrounding the Confederate flag. Catherine Herridge spoke with the President at the White House.