Making human connections could be key to getting voters to the polls
Republicans and Democrats are going door to door in Wisconsin, hoping to get voters who sat out the 2016 election to show up for the midterms
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Early voter turnout in 26 states exceeds the 2014 total early vote
Increased early voter turnout could be an indication of increased voter participation on election day in the 2018 midterms
Federal judge rules Georgia must ease procedure for voters proving citizenship
Georgia must make it easier for voters flagged as potential noncitizens to prove their U.S. citizenship at the polls, a federal judge ruled Friday
Fact check on cop killer in campaign video Trump tweeted
The president tweeted a web video showing convicted cop killer and illegal immigrant Luis Bracamontes laughing and threatening to kill again. The video says Democrats let him into the U.S.
Democrats "have an edge" in enthusiasm in midterms, says CBS News political director
CBS News' Caitlin Conant spoke with Major Garrett on "The Takeout" podcast about the upcoming midterm elections
At Missouri rally, Trump says "two maniacs" stopped GOP "momentum"
President Trump is in Missouri Thursday evening, the first of two times he will visit the state before Election Day
Trump rally in Florida
In President Trump's first of 11 rallies over the next week, he criticized media reports of his trip to Pittsburgh as "fake and made up." The crowd changed "CNN sucks" while he looked on.
Oprah on the campaign trail
Oprah traveled to Georgia Thursday to campaign for Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams. If Abrams wins, she will become the nation's first African-American female governor. CBS News Chief Congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN for more details on Abrams' campaign.
Oprah, Pence hit the trail in Georgia before tight midterm race
Oprah surprised Georgia voters by going door to door
Rep. John Lewis gets "Happy" at an event for Stacey Abrams
The Georgia congressman danced to the Pharrell Williams song "Happy" at an event for gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams
Companies try to get out the vote as Election Day approaches
Ride sharing apps, dating websites and clothing companies are all trying to boost turnout
Oprah campaigns for "change-maker" Stacey Abrams in Georgia
Winfrey, campaigning in Georgia, says she isn't running for anything but wants to be part of historic Abrams campaign
Poll shows Stacey Abrams and Brian Kemp nearly tied in Georgia gubernatorial race
A new NBC News/Marist College poll shows Kemp leading Abrams by one point among likely voters
Trump accuses media of using "tragedy to sow anger and division"
President for the first time spoke about birthright citizenship, saying "we will end it" despite complicated legal issues
Obama's campaign presence in midterms unusual for a former president
Former presidents do not typically campaign in the first midterm election of their successor's presidency
Three meals and a road trip through red and blue Missouri
Steve Inskeep takes a road trip down historic Route 66 for three meals with Missouri voters: breakfast in a small town, lunch in a suburb and dinner in a city
Idaho's Republican governor endorses expanding Medicaid
Gov. Butch Otter supports expanding Medicaid in his state; the initiative will appear on next week's ballot
Milo Yiannopoulos rips "censorious crybabies" after NYU speech nixed
University postpones conservative activist's speech from, citing safety concerns
Inside the voter turnout efforts in Nevada
CBS News contributor Leslie Sanchez speaks with Nevada organizers from the Libre Initiative, the Koch-backed group focused on turning out Latino voters. She joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss her reporting.
In Florida, DeSantis slams Gillum over links to activist group
DeSantis is using Gillum's links to the group, Dream Defenders, to portray him as anti-police, anti-Israel and anti-American
Trump focuses on immigration issues ahead of midterm elections
President Trump is focusing on immigration issues at least in part to ratchet up enthusiasm for the midterm elections among his base
Star-studded ad directed by Jodie Foster urges women to vote
The ad urges women to vote in midterm elections, and focus on issues such as guns, healthcare, immigration
Tom Steyer accuses Kevin McCarthy of anti-Semitism over tweet
Democratic donor accuses Republican leader of anti-Semitism for tweet naming him, Soros, Bloomberg
Trump "not on the ballot" in 2018, his campaign manager Parscale says
Trump 2020 campaign manager Brad Parscale talked with "CBS This Morning" about the campaign's new ad urging voters to back GOP in midterm elections
Trump loads up on rallies before election day
The president is packing his campaign schedule before the midterms with rallies in Fl. and West Va. this week
Trump briefed on military, cyber, psychological options for Iran, sources say
President Trump has been briefed on a wide array of military and covert tools that can be used against Iran that go well beyond conventional airstrikes, Pentagon officials said.
Democrats want to know if any Jan. 6 rioters are now working for ICE
Nearly one year after the mass pardon of more than 1,500 Trump-supporting Capitol riot defendants, House Democrats are asking whether any of the pardoned rioters are now working for ICE.
Their 21 kids were taken by the state. They've since had more surrogate-born babies.
The couple had so many kids in their Los Angeles-area mansion a neighbor "thought it was a kindergarten." The investigation has only gotten stranger.
Foreign central bank chiefs voice "full solidarity with" Fed chief Powell
The heads of 10 central banks and other financial institutions say it's "critical to preserve" the Fed's independence, as Powell is pressured by the Trump administration.
Supreme Court to step into debate over transgender athlete bans
The Supreme Court hears arguments today on whether laws in Idaho and West Virginia banning transgender athletes from competing on girls' and women's sports teams violate the Constitution and Title IX.
CPI report shows inflation rose at a 2.7% annual pace in December
The December CPI reading caps a year when many Americans felt squeezed by affordability pressures.
Republican congressman proposes bill to make Greenland 51st state
Republican congressman Randy Fine of Florida introduced a bill to annex Greenland and make it the 51st U.S. state.
BBC to seek dismissal of Trump's $10B defamation lawsuit
British public broadcaster BBC wants a Florida court to throw out Trump's lawsuit, with lawyers arguing a lack of jurisdiction.
Warren says Congress could work with Trump to cap credit card rates
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a progressive Democrat from Massachusetts, said she told President Trump Congress could cap credit card rates if he pushes for it.
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Avalanche kills snowmobiler in Wyoming, 4th fatality this month
Nicholas Bringhurst, 31, was in the LaBarge Creek area of western Wyoming when he was caught in an avalanche, the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office said in a news release.
CPI report shows inflation rose at a 2.7% annual pace in December
The December CPI reading caps a year when many Americans felt squeezed by affordability pressures.
Their 21 kids were taken by the state. They've since had more surrogate-born babies.
The couple had so many kids in their Los Angeles-area mansion a neighbor "thought it was a kindergarten." The investigation has only gotten stranger.
Monkeys are on the loose in St. Louis and AI is complicating search
People have reported capturing the monkeys, even posting fake pictures online to bolster the claim. But the monkeys remain at large.
Former U.S. Navy sailor gets more than 16 years for selling secrets to China
Patrick Wei, a former U.S. Navy sailor who sold manuals for ships and operating systems to an operative working for China, was sentenced to more than 16 years in prison, prosecutors said.
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Foreign central bank chiefs voice "full solidarity with" Fed chief Powell
The heads of 10 central banks and other financial institutions say it's "critical to preserve" the Fed's independence, as Powell is pressured by the Trump administration.
CPI report shows inflation rose at a 2.7% annual pace in December
The December CPI reading caps a year when many Americans felt squeezed by affordability pressures.
Trump slaps 25% tariffs on any countries that do business with Iran
President Trump said Monday he's imposing 25% tariffs on all countries that do business with Iran, as the administration pressures the Iranian government amid anti-regime protests.
Warren says Congress could work with Trump to cap credit card rates
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a progressive Democrat from Massachusetts, said she told President Trump Congress could cap credit card rates if he pushes for it.
Meta names Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chairman
Facebook owner Meta has named Dina Powell McCormick, a former Trump administration adviser and longtime finance executive, as its new president and vice chairman.
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Foreign central bank chiefs voice "full solidarity with" Fed chief Powell
The heads of 10 central banks and other financial institutions say it's "critical to preserve" the Fed's independence, as Powell is pressured by the Trump administration.
BBC to seek dismissal of Trump's $10B defamation lawsuit
British public broadcaster BBC wants a Florida court to throw out Trump's lawsuit, with lawyers arguing a lack of jurisdiction.
Republican congressman proposes bill to make Greenland 51st state
Republican Rep. Randy Fine of Florida introduced a bill to annex Greenland and make it the 51st U.S. state.
Democrats want to know if any Jan. 6 rioters are now working for ICE
Nearly one year after the mass pardon of more than 1,500 Trump-supporting Capitol riot defendants, House Democrats are asking whether any of the pardoned rioters are now working for ICE.
Pentagon adopting Musk's Grok AI despite growing backlash against it
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Pentagon will start using Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok. The word comes days after Grok drew global outcry for generating highly sexualized deepfake images.
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Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
"Enough": Oprah Winfrey on her weight-loss lessons
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
NYC nurses strike looms as negotiations pass midnight deadline
The potential for a major nurses strike in New York City is growing by the minute, with major hospitals and the New York State Nurses Association failing to get a deal done before Sunday's midnight deadline.
State of denial: How insurance companies impact health care today
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
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Foreign central bank chiefs voice "full solidarity with" Fed chief Powell
The heads of 10 central banks and other financial institutions say it's "critical to preserve" the Fed's independence, as Powell is pressured by the Trump administration.
BBC to seek dismissal of Trump's $10B defamation lawsuit
British public broadcaster BBC wants a Florida court to throw out Trump's lawsuit, with lawyers arguing a lack of jurisdiction.
Over 1,500 pounds of meth found in secret labs in Mexico
More than 1,500 pounds of methamphetamine were seized from clandestine laboratories in Mexico, authorities said.
Videos show rows of body bags in Iran as anti-regime protests enter third week
Other videos posted online show protesters taking to the streets, shouting "death to the dictator" and openly calling for the end of the Islamic Republic.
Lawmakers to visit Denmark as Trump threatens to take over Greenland
President Trump's remarks about taking Greenland by military force have prompted bipartisan criticism from lawmakers who have said they do not support acquiring the Danish territory in such a way.
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Behind-the-scenes at the Golden Globes
Celebrities brought glitz and glamor to the red carpet Sunday at the Golden Globes. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke with some of Hollywood's biggest stars and gives a behind-the-scenes look at the awards night.
NAACP Image Awards nominations
The NAACP Image Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in arts and entertainment. Comedian and actor Deon Cole and NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson exclusively reveal some of the nominees on CBS Mornings for this year's awards.
The Grateful Dead's Bob Weir dies at 78
Bob Weir, a co-founder and guitarist for the iconic rock band the Grateful Dead, has died at 78. Anthony Mason looks back at Weir's life and music career.
Big moments from Golden Globes
Entertainment Tonight co-hosts Nischelle Turner and Kevin Frasier break down the winners, surprises and big moments from the Golden Globes.
Here's who won big at the Golden Globes
At the first major awards show of the season, "One Battle After Another" and "Adolescence" both won four awards. In a surprise win, "Hamnet" upset "Sinners" for best motion picture for a drama.
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Pentagon adopting Musk's Grok AI despite growing backlash against it
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Pentagon will start using Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok. The word comes days after Grok drew global outcry for generating highly sexualized deepfake images.
Meta names Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chairman
Facebook owner Meta has named Dina Powell McCormick, a former Trump administration adviser and longtime finance executive, as its new president and vice chairman.
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.
Mom warns of risks after daughter's death revealed links to online nihilists
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.
How to outsmart cybercriminals and protect your data
In his new book "Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime," former FBI Counterintelligence Operative Eric O'Neill describes the art of outsmarting cybercriminals and protecting your data and wallet. O'Neill spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about steps people can take to stay safe online.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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Man admits to starting fire at synagogue
Investigators say Stephen Spencer Pittman admitted to starting a fire at Mississippi's largest synagogue. Newly obtained video shows a man dousing Jackson's Beth Israel Congregation with liquid from a gas container. Jason Allen reports.
Over 1,500 pounds of meth found in secret labs in Mexico
More than 1,500 pounds of methamphetamine were seized from clandestine laboratories in Mexico, authorities said.
Former U.S. Navy sailor gets more than 16 years for selling secrets to China
Patrick Wei, a former U.S. Navy sailor who sold manuals for ships and operating systems to an operative working for China, was sentenced to more than 16 years in prison, prosecutors said.
Suspect appears in court over Ohio double murder
The man accused of killing his ex-wife and her dentist husband appeared in an Ohio courtroom Monday. Lacey Crisp from CBS Columbus affiliate WBNS has the details.
Synagogue arson suspect said "he finally got them" after starting blaze, FBI says
The suspect, Stephen Spencer Pittman, told law enforcement in an interview that Beth Israel Congregation was "the synagogue of Satan," an FBI affidavit said.
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Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Space station changes command, setting stage for Crew 11 departure
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
Astronaut says early return to Earth is "right call," but "bittersweet"
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
NASA cutting ISS mission short
Four crew members aboard the International Space Station will be brought home more than a month early in the coming days as NASA cuts its mission short due to health concerns. NASA says the ailing astronaut is stable and while it is not an emergency, weeks more in space are not in the best interest of their health.
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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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Latest news on Iran protests
More images are emerging of anti-government protests in Iran as the U.S. weighs options to intervene. Some experts say internet access could change matters for the regime. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Can Trump cap credit card rates?
President Trump says he wants to cap credit card interest rates at 10% for a year by Jan. 20. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down if the president has the ability to cap rates and what it would mean for you.
Man admits to starting fire at synagogue
Investigators say Stephen Spencer Pittman admitted to starting a fire at Mississippi's largest synagogue. Newly obtained video shows a man dousing Jackson's Beth Israel Congregation with liquid from a gas container. Jason Allen reports.
SCOTUS weighing transgender athlete bans
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on state bans prohibiting transgender athletes from competing on girls' and women's sports teams. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.
Lawmakers on DOJ probing Jerome Powell
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are reacting to the news of the Justice Department investigating Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.