Senate ethics panel admonishes Lindsey Graham over campaign solicitations
The ethics panel found that the South Carolina Republican improperly solicited contributions from inside a federal building.
2022 Midterm Elections
Democrat Katie Hobbs sworn in as Arizona governor
Republican challenger Kari Lake has not yet conceded even after a judge last week dismissed a lawsuit contesting the results.
Kari Lake's lawsuit over Arizona governor's race thrown out by judge
Kari Lake asked a judge to either declare her the winner or order a revote in a key county.
Priest recalls Santos said his family couldn't afford mother's funeral
Santos, whose resume has come under scrutiny since he won his congressional election in November, says he'll address questions next week.
Inconsistencies in George Santos' resume raise questions after his election
As the New York Times first reported, the soon-to-be GOP congressman's claims of employment at Goldman Sachs and Citigroup could not be verified, and the college he said he attended also says it has no record of him.
Kari Lake to claim in court governor's race was stolen from her
Lake has claimed for weeks that her loss in the Arizona governor's race was illegitimate. She'll be able to inspect ballots, call witnesses and introduce evidence in the two-day trial.
Where Bankman-Fried's $40 million in 2022 political donations went
Bankman-Fried is facing eight charges for financial crimes, including campaign finance violations.
Gen Z Congressman-elect denied an apartment over "really bad" credit
Maxwell Frost went into debt running for his historic congressional win. It's now making it difficult for him to get a home near the House.
GOP knows it has a problem with relying on Election Day voting
But former President Donald Trump has disparaged early voting and voting by mail.
CBS News projects Warnock wins Georgia Senate runoff
Democrats will now have 51 seats in the U.S. Senate.
Arizona certifies midterm election results
Republican Kari Lake still refuses to concede to Democrat Katie Hobbs, the next Arizona governor.
Warnock, Walker make final pitches to Georgia voters in Senate runoff
More than 1.8 million voters have already cast their ballots in the high-stakes runoff.
Michigan's top election official still facing threats from 2020 election
In her reelection last month, Benson comfortably defeated her Trump-backed opponent by14 percentage points.
Last Arizona County certifies election results
The move paves the way for officials to begin statewide canvass.
Obama heads to Georgia as Warnock tries to maximize early-vote advantage
Georgia voters have cast more than 1 million ballots ahead of the Dec. 6 U.S. Senate runoff between Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock and Republican challenger Herschel Walker.
GOP-controlled Arizona county refuses to certify 2022 midterm election results
If the results aren't included in the state's tally, it would flip the victor in at least two close races from a Republican to a Democrat.
Georgia sets one-day early voting record in Senate runoff
The runoff election between Sen. Raphael Warnock and Herschel Warnock will be Dec. 6.
MyPillow guy Mike Lindell wants to run the Republican Party
Lindell says if he gets the job, he'd make it his full-time job, leaving behind the pillow business that made him famous.
These Republicans have voted against McCarthy for House speaker
Here are the Republicans who blocked McCarthy's path to House speaker during the first several ballots. Several switched their votes later or voted present later, enabling him to win.
Sarah Palin's future uncertain after losing House race
Palin lost two elections for the House seat Republican Don Young held for 49 years before his death in March.
Kari Lake files lawsuit in Maricopa County, claims election laws broken
Lake, a close ally of former President Donald Trump who has refused to acknowledge President Joe Biden won the 2020 election, has not yet conceded the governor's race.
Arizona's Ducey meets with Hobbs, despite no concession from Lake
Hobbs, currently secretary of state, has formed a transition team that is vetting potential staff and preparing her to take office.
Murkowski and Peltola win reelection in Alaska
Murkowski was the only Republican who was up for reelection who had voted to convict former President Donald Trump in his second Senate impeachment trial.
How Trump's picks for secretary of state in 2022 fared
The former president backed several officials who would oversee elections in battleground states.
Democrats defend every state legislative chamber in their control this year
For the first time since 1934, the party in the White House did not lose control of a state legislative chamber in the midterm elections.
Politics
Gas stove debate boils over in Congress this week
Soon after the rare bipartisan agreement on lifting the debt ceiling, Congress is now engaged in a fierce debate begins this week over the future of gas-fueled stoves in U.S. homes.
Robert Hanssen, FBI agent convicted of spying for Russia, dead at 79
Robert Hanssen, one of the most damaging spies in American history, was found dead in his prison cell.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Eight Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu says he won't run for president
Gov. Chris Sununu's decision to bow out of the 2024 race comes as the field of GOP candidates continues to grow.
Robert Kennedy Jr.'s Instagram account has been restored
More than a month after launching his presidential bid, Kennedy's Instagram account has been reinstated.
Biden to discuss Ukraine war this week with Denmark and U.K. leaders
Biden welcomes Denmark, U.K. prime ministers this week to White House for talks focusing on war in Ukraine —including effort to train and eventually equip Ukraine with F-16 fighter jets.
Pence officially files paperwork to run for president
Former Vice President Mike Pence is expected to launch his campaign with a speech in Iowa on Wednesday.
Supreme Court agrees to hear fight over "Trump Too Small" trademark
At issue in the case, known as Vidal v. Elster, is whether the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office violated the First Amendment when it refused to register the mark "Trump Too Small."
Trump attorneys meet with special counsel at Justice Department
Several sources with knowledge of the investigation believe that a charging decision in the documents case involving former President Donald Trump is imminent.
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Actors guild authorizes strike with contract set to expire
The vote does not mean the actors are on strike, but it empowers the union's board to call a strike if a deal can't be reached.
Mother of Virginia boy who shot teacher faces new federal charges
Deja Taylor, the mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot Abby Zwerner, his first-grade teacher, is accused of illegally using marijuana while in possession of a firearm.
Gas stove debate boils over in Congress this week
Soon after the rare bipartisan agreement on lifting the debt ceiling, Congress is now engaged in a fierce debate begins this week over the future of gas-fueled stoves in U.S. homes.
Second plane carrying migrants lands in Sacramento
A group of 20 migrants arrived in Sacramento Monday, days after a flight carrying 16 migrants landed in the city. Officials linked both flights to the state of Florida.
Family of woman shot through door in Florida calls for arrest
Ajike "AJ" Owens, a mother of four, was fatally shot through a door after a dispute with her neighbor, police said. No arrests have been made, though officials say they know who fired the gun.
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How to behave on an airplane during the "beast" of summer travel
A veteran flight attendant warns that "every flight will be very full." Here are some tips for keeping your calm during a trip.
Fortune releases list of top 10 biggest U.S. companies
America's largest company by revenue has held the title for more than a decade, according to Fortune 500 ranking.
Hollywood actors are preparing for a strike. Here's what that means.
Roughly 160,000 actors could walk out at the end of June, bringing nearly all TV and movie productions to a sudden halt.
Volkswagen relaunches microbus in North America as electric ID. Buzz
The reimagined electric van has a sunroof, leather interiors and a touch-screen infotainment system.
Dave Ramsey faces $150M suit for promoting company accused of fraud
Personal finance guru received up to $30 million for promoting timeshare exit company that failed to help customers, complaint alleges.
Politics
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Gas stove debate boils over in Congress this week
Soon after the rare bipartisan agreement on lifting the debt ceiling, Congress is now engaged in a fierce debate begins this week over the future of gas-fueled stoves in U.S. homes.
Robert Hanssen, FBI agent convicted of spying for Russia, dead at 79
Robert Hanssen, one of the most damaging spies in American history, was found dead in his prison cell.
Who's running for president in 2024? Meet the candidates — and likely candidates — vying for your vote
Eight Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu says he won't run for president
Gov. Chris Sununu's decision to bow out of the 2024 race comes as the field of GOP candidates continues to grow.
Robert Kennedy Jr.'s Instagram account has been restored
More than a month after launching his presidential bid, Kennedy's Instagram account has been reinstated.
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Health firm wrongly told hundreds of people they might have cancer
Grail, a biotech firm that makes a blood test for detecting cancer, blamed the snafu on a technology glitch.
Makers of toxic "forever chemicals" lied about safety, study claims
Companies hid evidence of PFAS' link to dead dogs, enlarged livers and birth defects, according to researchers.
Sweden close to becoming first "smoke free" country in Europe
Sweden, which has the lowest rate of smoking in the Europe Union, is close to declaring itself "smoke free."
Winter saw "large spike" in very rare pediatric brain infections, CDC reports
At least 102 were hospitalized in December, nearly double an earlier peak.
Canada is putting warning labels on each cigarette: "Poison in every puff"
The warnings - in English and French - include "poison in every puff," "tobacco smoke harms children" and "cigarettes cause impotence."
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Ukraine says Russia blew up major dam and flooding imminent
Ukrainian officials ordered people downriver to evacuate, saying water would reach "critical levels" within hours. Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the destruction an act of terror.
Britain's Princess Eugenie gives birth to baby boy
Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank is Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's second son.
Suspect in Natalee Holloway case to be transferred to U.S. this week
The prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalee Holloway will face fraud and extortion charges in relation to an alleged plot to sell false information to her family.
Natalee Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Frenchman's one-of-a-kind wooden car fetches a record price at auction
The Citroen 2CV is one of the most iconic cars ever to come out of France, but nobody had ever seen one quite like Michel Robillard's handcrafted masterpiece.
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Actors guild authorizes strike with contract set to expire
The vote does not mean the actors are on strike, but it empowers the union's board to call a strike if a deal can't be reached.
Hollywood actors are preparing for a strike. Here's what that means.
Roughly 160,000 actors could walk out at the end of June, bringing nearly all TV and movie productions to a sudden halt.
Members of the hit-making group "TLC" on their enduring legacy
As they prepare for a new summer tour, Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas and Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins share memories of their group as they continue to make powerful connections with fans.
The "Barbie" movie used so much pink paint it caused a shortage
"But we delivered everything we could; they got it all," the film's paint supplier told CBS News.
Freddie Mercury memorabilia on display ahead of auction
Song lyrics Mercury scribbled on an old airline schedule reveal what "Bohemian Rhapsody" was almost titled.
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Technology
Apple unveils mixed reality headset
Apple unveiled a long-anticipated piece of hardware during its worldwide developers conference Monday. The new "Vision Pro" mixed-reality headset is the tech juggernaut's first foray into what it calls "spatial computing." Brian Heater, hardware editor at TechCrunch, joins CBS News to discuss the significance behind the headset and other highlights from the conference.
Apple unveils new VR headset
Apple gave the world the first look at its new Vision Pro headset. Carter Evans takes a look at whether the new product can succeed where other wearable tech has failed.
Here's what to know about Apple's debut virtual reality headset, Vision Pro
The headset, which blends the digital and physical worlds, marks Apple's first major new product since AirPods in 2016.
New products at Apple's WWDC event
Apple unveiled several new products at Monday's highly-anticipated annual Worldwide Developers Conference. James Clayton, a technology reporter for the BBC in North America, shares some highlights.
TSA expands controversial facial recognition program
As possible record-setting crowds fill airports nationwide, passengers may encounter new technology at TSA checkpoints.
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Scientists find potential predator that can kill spotted lanternflies
Authorities have urged people to do whatever they can to stop the invasive species known as the spotted lanternfly from spreading.
Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
Phoenix limits construction amid water crisis
Arizona is limiting new construction around Phoenix as the state's water supply continues to dwindle. State officials say there isn't enough groundwater for housing construction that's already been approved. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
South Dakota zoo welcomes litter of "critically endangered" red wolves
A litter of six red wolf pups, a highly endangered species of which there are only about two dozen in the wild, was born at the Great Plains Zoo in South Dakota on Thursday.
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins
The Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun and forecasters are already watching some activity in the Gulf. CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson joins with a preview of the season, and national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez investigates Florida's flood insurance crisis.
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Mother of Virginia boy who shot teacher faces new federal charges
Deja Taylor, the mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot Abby Zwerner, his first-grade teacher, is accused of illegally using marijuana while in possession of a firearm.
Suspect in Natalee Holloway case to be transferred to U.S. this week
The prime suspect in the 2005 disappearance of Natalee Holloway will face fraud and extortion charges in relation to an alleged plot to sell false information to her family.
Natalee Holloway murder suspect "severely beaten" in Peru prison
Joran van der Sloot, in prison for another murder and awaiting temporary extradition to the U.S., was involved in "a fight between prisoners," his lawyer tells CBS News.
Portland police deny "online rumors" linking deaths to serial killer
Speculation on social media and in news articles that the deaths of six women in and around Portland are connected is "not supported by the facts," the Portland Police Bureau said Sunday.
Woman accused of trying to order hit on wife of man she met on dating app
Melody Sasser is charged with murder for hire, according to the federal court complaint.
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SpaceX launches space station resupply mission
The Dragon carries needed crew supplies and equipment, along with two roll-out solar array blankets.
New Webb telescope images reveal center of far-off galaxy
One of the new images, part of an "astronomical treasure trove" reveal asteroid tails shooting across the far-off galaxy.
Livestream captures images of Mars
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
A strawberry moon will take the night sky this weekend. Here's how to see it.
Around the world, people can catch a sweet treat in the night sky this weekend.
For first time ever, a near livestream of Mars
Up until Friday, all images seen of the planet were technically of its past.
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Woman poisoned with cheesecake; lookalike convicted of attempted murder
See the details of the bizarre case.
Summer music heats up 2023
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.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
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Eye on America: Barack Obama's initiative
In Chicago, we sit down for an exclusive interview with former President Barack Obama to talk about the latest My Brother's Keeper initiative, gun violence in the U.S. and his legacy. Then in Buffalo, New York, we revisit the community impacted by the supermarket shooting one year later. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Apple unveils mixed reality headset
Apple unveiled a long-anticipated piece of hardware during its worldwide developers conference Monday. The new "Vision Pro" mixed-reality headset is the tech juggernaut's first foray into what it calls "spatial computing." Brian Heater, hardware editor at TechCrunch, joins CBS News to discuss the significance behind the headset and other highlights from the conference.
Actors voting on strike authorization
Hollywood actors may soon be joining writers on the picket line. The Screen Actors Guild is set to announce whether its members have authorized a possible strike. Gene Maddaus, senior media reporter for Variety, joins CBS News to discuss the issues unfolding in the film and TV industry.
Flight carrying migrants lands in Sacramento
A second flight carrying migrants landed in California's capital Monday. It's not clear who exactly is responsible, but California's governor blames Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. CBS News Sacramento reporter Madisen Keavy joins with the latest.
Where Mike Pence fits in GOP 2024 field
Former Vice President Mike Pence on Monday filed the paperwork declaring his candidacy for president of the United States. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins to discuss the role Pence could play in the 2024 presidential race.