State Dept: Hiring Clinton supporter as "transparency" czar not a conflict
Secretary of State John Kerry announced Tuesday that Amb. Janice Jacobs would take on the new job of improving State's record-keeping and managing requests for documents
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Jeb Bush attacks Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump on economy, growth
The two presidential candidates, Bush says, don't believe that America's economy can grow at the four percent rate Bush is promising
Ted Cruz: "Americans will die" if Iran deal goes through
The Republican senator questioned whether Democrats supporting the deal really value American lives
Donald Trump asks CNN to donate profits from 2016 GOP debate
The request follows news that the cable network is charging 40 times its usual price for the Republican presidential debate
Jeb Bush swipes at Obama, nudges George W. Bush
GOP presidential hopeful was first political guest of Stephen Colbert's run as host of "The Late Show"
Super PAC supporting Chris Christie launches new ad
The ad focuses on his record on tax reform and is released
Jeb Bush proposes new personal, corporate tax strategy
In an op-ed, the GOP presidential candidate outlines what he calls "simple, fair and clear" tax reform plan
Bernie Sanders staffs up in South Carolina
Not content with gains in New Hampshire and Iowa, Sanders sets his sights on South Carolina
"Being black can be bad for your health"
Dr. Damon Tweedy explores his experience as one of the nation's few black doctors in a new book, and calls Ben Carson a "role model"
Biden and Sanders virtually tied for second in national poll
Hillary Clinton's lead has shrunk over the past month, according to a new Monmouth University poll
John Kasich brings a little bit of Jesus to secular New Hampshire
He's pinning the hopes for his candidacy on New Hampshire, a state where religious fervor does not run particularly deep
Joe Biden is asked about presidential run in Pittsburgh
While Biden marched in Pittsburgh's annual Labor Day parade, there were chants of "run Joe, run,"
Sanders surges in N.H., Trump's numbers strong as ever
At campaign season's unofficial start, Bernie Sanders pulling away from Hillary Clinton in New Hampshire and Donald Trump's standing best yet in Iowa and N.H.
Hillary Clinton commits to helping Puerto Rico with health and debt crises
Both Hillary Clinton and Marco Rubio were in Puerto Rico Friday
Jeb Bush: Will push back at Trump when "he says things that are ugly"
Bush, who's been on the receiving end of some of Donald Trump's broadsides, vows he's "going to fight back." He also weighed in on the Kentucky clerk who refused to issue same-sex marriage licenses
Clinton: "I'm sorry" people are confused about my emails
Clinton expresses regret about her use of a private email server -- an issue that's been a big distraction from her presidential campaign
Draft Biden announces Iowa co-chairs
The vice president has not yet decided on whether he'll mount a presidential campaign, but if he does, Draft Biden hopes to be ready
A tale of 2 interviews: Trump and Fiorina on foreign policy
Radio host Hugh Hewitt asked both candidates the same foreign policy questions - Trump called them "gotcha" questions, while Fiorina defended Hewitt's quiz
Joe Biden on 2016 White House bid: "I just don't know"
Vice President says decision on seeking Democratic presidential nomination will hinge on whether he and his family have the "emotional energy to run"
Ben Carson: What does he stand for?
The retired neurosurgeon has never run for elected office, but he's earning big praise from conservatives
Joe Biden sells Iran deal, avoids talk of 2016 election
The vice president met with some prominent Jewish Democrats in South Florida on Thursday
Donald Trump: I have signed the pledge
"I just wanted fairness from the Republican Party," Trump told reporters in New York Thursday
Jeb Bush strikes back at Donald Trump in Spanish
Trump criticized Bush for speaking Spanish on the campaign trail, saying he should set an example by speaking English in the U.S.
Report: Joe Biden says Bernie Sanders doing "a helluva job"
The V.P. has not decided whether he'll challenge Hillary Clinton for the Democratic nomination, but he's praising one of her rivals
Donald Trump expected to sign GOP loyalty pledge
Trump is meeting with RNC Chairman Reince Priebus in New York Thursday
Partial government shutdown begins as funding lapses despite Senate deal
The Senate passed a deal on a package of spending bills late Friday, sending it to the House, though funding for dozens of government agencies has still lapsed.
Massive trove of Epstein files released, including 3 million documents and photos
The Justice Department released more new documents today from the Jeffrey Epstein files, more than a month after DOJ's original deadline to do so.
Catherine O'Hara, "Beetlejuice" and "Home Alone" star, dies at 71
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Journalist Don Lemon appears in court following arrest over protest at Minnesota church
Don Lemon was taken into custody by federal agents in Los Angeles, where he had been covering the Grammy Awards, his attorney said.
Venezuela's Machado: "I will be president when the time comes"
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado weighs in on her political future in a new interview with "Face the Nation."
What to know about the partial government shutdown as funding lapses for many agencies
Funding for many federal agencies expired on Saturday after Congress failed to pass half a dozen spending bills before the deadline, prompting a partial government shutdown.
"Dances With Wolves" actor Nathan Chasing Horse convicted of sexual assault
A Nevada jury convicted "Dances With Wolves" actor Nathan Chasing Horse of multiple charges of sexually assaulting a minor.
FBI now leading investigation into fatal shooting of Alex Pretti
The FBI is now leading the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota.
Trump announces IndyCar race will come to D.C. streets for America's 250th
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
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"Dances With Wolves" actor Nathan Chasing Horse convicted of sexual assault
A Nevada jury convicted "Dances With Wolves" actor Nathan Chasing Horse of multiple charges of sexually assaulting a minor.
Greg Biffle wasn't flying plane before crash that killed him and 6 others, NTSB says
Federal safety officials have concluded that retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle was not flying his jet when it crashed last month in North Carolina, killing him and six others.
3 key questions for investors about Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
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Nevada's first-in-the-nation primary bid gets boost from Latino Victory
Nevada, New Hampshire and South Carolina are vying to be the first state to vote in the 2028 Democratic presidential primaries.
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Trump nominates government economist to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
President Trump says he is nominating the government economist Brett Matsumoto to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
3 key questions for investors about Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
A new $45 fee for travelers without Real IDs goes into effect Feb. 1
Passengers without Real IDs can still fly if they pay a $45 fee, which covers the cost of additional identity verification screening.
Saks to shutter most Saks Off 5th stores as bankrupt retailer cuts costs
Saks, which declared bankruptcy on Jan. 14, is set to hold going-out-of-business sales as it closes dozens of retail outlets.
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What to know about the partial government shutdown as funding lapses for many agencies
Funding for many federal agencies expired on Saturday after Congress failed to pass half a dozen spending bills before the deadline, prompting a partial government shutdown.
Trump announces IndyCar race will come to D.C. streets for America's 250th
President Trump announced that an IndyCar race, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, will be held through the streets of Washington, D.C., as part of America's 250th birthday celebrations.
Trump nominates government economist to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
President Trump says he is nominating the government economist Brett Matsumoto to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Venezuela's Machado: "I will be president when the time comes"
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado weighs in on her political future in a new interview with "Face the Nation."
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Nevada's first-in-the-nation primary bid gets boost from Latino Victory
Nevada, New Hampshire and South Carolina are vying to be the first state to vote in the 2028 Democratic presidential primaries.
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Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
Carter Center reaches major milestone in quest to eradicate Guinea worm
Jimmy Carter made eradicating the Guinea worm a top mission of The Carter Center. Now it could soon become the second disease eradicated in history.
Life expectancy in U.S. hit record high of 79 years in 2024, CDC says
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Gerber recalls some arrowroot biscuits over potential plastic, paper pieces
The recall affects several batches of the 5.5-ounce Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, the FDA said.
South Carolina measles outbreak now larger than Texas' in 2025, new data shows
South Carolina's measles outbreak has grown to include 789 cases. A West Texas outbreak last year sickened 762 people.
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Iranians are anxious, but some hope Trump will "fulfill his promise"
Many people in Tehran and Tel Aviv are worried that Trump will make good on his threats to attack Iran again, but for some, it's fear laced with hope.
Son of Norway crown princess to stand trial for allegedly raping 4 women
Marius Borg Hoiby, the 29-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been charged with a total of 38 counts.
Shark kills 13-year-old boy at popular beach in Brazil
Dozens of beaches along the turquoise coastlines of Pernambuco have been issued with shark warnings, authorities said.
Quieter night in Ukraine as Trump says Putin agreed to pause strikes
Zelenskyy says Ukraine will "take corresponding steps" as Trump says Putin agreed to stop bombing Ukrainian cities for a week.
Remains, jacket found over 2 years after woman vanished in wilderness
Human remains and clothing were found while searching for Belgian national Celine Cremer, who went missing in 2023 in Tasmania, police said.
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Catherine O'Hara, "Beetlejuice" and "Home Alone" star, dies at 71
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
UFC 325 fights go down tomorrow night. See when it starts, who's on the card and where to watch.
Alexander Volkanovski faces Diego Lopes in the UFC 325 main event on what's expected to be an action-packed fight card.
KATSEYE reflects on success and what's next
In just two years, KATSEYE has gone from a Netflix reality competition show to top of the charts, collecting a VMA and two Grammy nominations along the way. The group talks about their journey together in the music industry and what they hope for in the future.
Designer brings life to Grammy red carpet
The nominees and performers for the Grammy Awards will walk the red carpet on Sunday - with flashing camera lights, celebrity interviews and floral designs. Botanical artist Tu Bloom has been the designer behind the red carpet flowers for nearly two decades. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about his design for this year's red carpet and what drew him to his profession.
Behind-the-scenes look ahead of the Grammys
Final preparations are underway for the Grammys, which air on Sunday on CBS. Music's biggest night could be historic for multiple artists. Anthony Mason got an inside look.
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Uber looks to cash in on self-driving cars — but not by driving them
The rideshare company is getting into the business of providing real-world driving data to autonomous vehicle developers. Here's why.
New AI features for Gmail users
This month, Google launched a suite of new features for Gmail. Google's AI assistant, Gemini, can now filter through junk, summarize an inbox and even help users write emails. Blake Barnes, Gmail vice president of product, joins CBS News to discuss.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
TikTok's new privacy policy is sparking a backlash. Here's what to know.
Some TikTok users are raising questions about the app's new terms and conditions after the social media platform's split from its China-based parent.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Why judge dropped 2 charges against Mangione
Luigi Mangione, the accused killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, will not face the death penalty after a judge on Friday dismissed two counts that could have carried a death sentence. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi joins to take a look at the new ruling and what it means for the high-profile murder case.
DOJ releases new batch of Epstein files
The Justice Department is releasing more than 3 million pages related to its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports. Then, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, joins with analysis.
Don Lemon's attorney reacts to his arrest
Independent journalist Don Lemon has been arrested in Los Angeles and faces two federal charges, a source tells CBS News. Anna Schecter has more.
DOJ releases more Epstein files
The Justice Department released more than 3 million pages from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation files. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
Judge on Luigi Mangione facing death penalty
A federal judge has ruled on evidence that can be used in Luigi Mangione's case and determined he will not face the death penalty if convicted. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
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NASA delays Artemis mission to moon due to cold weather
The first Artemis moonshot with a crew is now targeted for no earlier than Feb. 8, two days later than planned.
Artemis II crew undergoes intense training for rare moon mission
For months, the Artemis II crew and flight controllers have been simulating malfunctions to prepare for their upcoming trip around the Moon.
Inside Artemis II astronauts' training
NASA is preparing for its first crewed mission around the moon in more than 50 years. The Artemis II astronauts include three Americans and one Canadian on a 10-day flight. Mark Strassmann got a look at how they're training.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Strikes across the U.S. to protest ICE
Crowds gathered across the U.S. on Friday to protest immigration enforcement actions. Thousands have taken to the streets in Philadelphia, the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles and beyond as activists call for a nationwide strike to protest ICE. CBS News' Ian Lee reports on protests in Minneapolis.
Don Lemon arrested after covering church protest
Journalist Don Lemon was arrested in Los Angeles, his attorney and multiple sources with direct knowledge told CBS News. The arrest comes nearly two weeks after Lemon was at an anti-ICE protest that disrupted a service at a church in Minnesota. Matt Gutman reports.
What's holding up the funding bill?
Senate Democrats struck a deal with the White House late Thursday on a funding deal ahead of the government shutdown deadline, but the upper chamber has yet to hold a vote to pass the package. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
He saved a snowball for 50 years after a snow day
As snow days sweep the country, one man's fond memories of one in 1976 led to a frozen heirloom decades in the making. Steve Hartman has the story in "On the Road."
Rookie cop saves 2 choking babies within months
A rookie cop in New York City faced not one, but two life or death tests of his police academy training. As Tony Dokoupil reports, he passed them both.