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President Biden visited Philadelphia on Friday to promote his massive infrastructure plan and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Amtrak. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
President Biden traveled to Philadelphia to mark Amtrak's 50th anniversary while calling for billions in rail upgrades as part of his infrastructure plan.
The president's trip to Philadelphia is part of his tour to promote his infrastructure proposal to the American people.
President Biden stopped in Philadelphia Friday to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Amtrak. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the president's call to invest in the U.S. rail system as well as the White House's decision to restrict travel from India due to that country's deadly surge of COVID-19.
An engineer involved in a 2015 deadly train derailment will not face criminal charges. Prosecutors say they can't prove that the engineer, Brandon Bostian, acted with "conscious disregard" when he accelerated the train. Reena Ninan has more.
President Joe Biden is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Amtrak on Friday in Philadelphia as he hits the road to pitch his plans to boost jobs and help American families. Crooked Media's Shaniqua McClendon spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the way the president is pushing his message.
Amtrak is setting ridership records and planning to introduce new trains. It's also moving forward under new leadership and a president-elect promising investment in America's infrastructure. Amtrak CEO Charles "Wick" Moorman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest upgrades and safety efforts, including positive train control.
After an attempt from Donald Trump to shift negative focus towards Bill Clinton's infidelity in the 1990s, the focus has shifted to Trump's finances going back to the same era; A pizza place in California is getting automated, with robots doing a good part of the pizza making
New details have emerged in the investigation into the deadly N.J. train crash. The NTSB gave a statement in which they say the event recorder may not have been functioning. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN with the latest from New Jersey.
A 34-year-old woman was killed and more than 100 injured when a commuter train failed to stop as it entered a station in Hoboken, New Jersey, Thursday morning; American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their black-gloved fists in protest at the 1968 Olympics while standing on the medal podium for the national anthem.
Dozens of people were injured in Thursday morning's New Jersey train crash, both within the train and on the platform. Survivors describe the terrifying crash. Demarco Morgan has more.
At least one person is dead and about 100 are hurt after a commuter train crash in Hoboken, N.J. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie held a news conference on the crash. See their full remarks.
Dozens of people were injured on Thursday morning when a train crashed into the platform in Hoboken, N.J. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil reports from the scene, and former NTSB chairman Mark Rosenker explains what might have gone wrong.
New video from inside the Hoboken train terminal as crews work their way through the crash scene.
In just one year, more than 29,000 people lost their lives to an overdose of heroin or prescription painkillers in America; An elementary school in Virginia is the first in the nation to put a satellite in orbit, after years of anticipation
National Transportation Safety Board investigators now believe a deadly 2015 Amtrak crash was caused by engineer Brandon Bostian's "loss of situational awareness." Eight people were killed, and more than 200 were injured. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Accident investigators are trying to figure out how an Amtrak passenger train and a backhoe wound up on the same track on Sunday. The collision caused the train's derailment and deaths of two construction workers. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Two workers were killed when an Amtrak train hit their construction equipment just outside of Philadelphia. With more on how this may have been prevented, former NTSB chairmen Mark Rosenker joins CBSN.
An Amtrak train derailed near Philadelphia on Sunday morning when it hit a backhoe next to the tracks. Two workers with the backhoe were killed, and trains from New York to Philadelphia were suspended. With more, CBS News' Kris Van Cleave and former NTSB chairman Mark Rosenker join CBSN.
Five cars from an Amtrak train derailed near Wichita, Kansas, overnight, injuring at least 27 people, two of them critically. There were more than 100 people on board the Amtrak Southwest Chief, which was traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago. Don Dahler reports.
Fellow Republican presidential candidates Donald Trump and Marco Rubio spent the day accusing Ted Cruz of being dishonest and misleading voters; Madison Square Garden has gone to the dogs for the annual Westminster Kennel Club Show which concludes Tuesday night
A look back at CBSN's coverage of the biggest stories of 2015.
An increase in the number of people killed in railroad accidents has prompted an urgent request for all 50 states to inspect the stoplights at their railroad crossings. Since 2013, 96 people have died and 419 have been hurt at railroad intersections. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Last May, an Amtrak train was hit by an unidentified object just before crashing in Philadelphia, killing 12 and injuring nearly 200. Investigators released some of the evidence Monday, including transcripts from interviews with the train's engineer. Kris Van Cleave reports.
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie was kicked off an Amtrak quiet car for being too loud. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has more.
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996.
Asked what he said to Israel's leader about a decision to hold off on new Iran strikes, Trump said Netanyahu will "do whatever I want him to do."
A federal judge ordered White House staff and President Trump's top advisers to comply with a law that requires certain presidential records to be preserved.
In his application letter, attorney Mike Howell proposed organizing a national gathering of "thousands of victims of weaponization," including those involved in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
A former federal prosecutor was charged this week with emailing herself a report on the Justice Department's investigation into President Trump that a judge had kept under lock and key, under the file name "Bundt_Cake_Recipe.pdf."
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from her own party.
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
Former CIA Director John Brennan is the subject of two criminal probes being led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office.
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
Vanessa Trump, 48, was married to Donald Trump Jr. for 12 years. They share five children together.
Cassidy, who lost his reelection bid last week, called for leaders who are "steady, not erratic" and "thoughtful, not impulsive."
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
U.S. government bonds are sagging as investors fret that hotter inflation will keep interest rate cuts on hold.
Gas prices, airfares, accommodations and other vacation essentials are more expensive this year compared to last year.
The Amazon founder said eliminating taxes for lower-income Americans could ease financial pressure and encourage entrepreneurship.
The central committee of the Colorado Democratic Party on Wednesday voted 89.8% in favor of a measure to censure Gov. Jared Polis.
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from her own party.
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
In his application letter, attorney Mike Howell proposed organizing a national gathering of "thousands of victims of weaponization," including those involved in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
Cassidy, who lost his reelection bid last week, called for leaders who are "steady, not erratic" and "thoughtful, not impulsive."
Vanessa Trump announced on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is working with her doctors on a treatment plan.
Noah Wyle, who stars in HBO's "The Pitt," joins "CBS Mornings" with Dr. Elisabeth Potter to discuss their push to improve mental health and quality of life for healthcare workers.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
These kinds of intelligence forecasts attempt not only to show the immediate consequences of an American action, but the chain of reactions that may follow.
The Russian jets intercepted the U.K. aircraft with one jet flying as close as 19 feet to the British plane's nose, officials said.
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
Italy and France have summoned the Israeli ambassadors in their respective capitals after Itamar Ben-Gvir, his national security minister, posted the video.
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen brings "Comics Unleashed" to CBS's late night slot, replacing "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."
Ahead of the premiere of "The Late Show" in August 1993, host David Letterman sat down with "CBS This Morning" to discuss his break from his previous late night show, what viewers could expect from his CBS debut and more.
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his show "Comics Unleashed" and its transition into the CBS late night spot.
Actress Michelle Monaghan joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 24-hour wellness cycle and why it's important to get quality sleep and consistent energy. (Sponsored by Natrol)
Actor Beanie Feldstein told "CBS Mornings" she and wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are expecting a baby girl.
Cementing its status as the world's most valuable company, Nvidia reported record revenue in its latest earnings report. Britney Nguyen, Nvidia and chips reporter at MarketWatch, joins with analysis.
Artificial intelligence is prompting Google to change its iconic search bar for the first time in more than 25 years. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
The Defense Department says it wants to be "AI-first," but some service members are concerned about how quickly the technology is developing. Chris Livesay reports.
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
A social media influencer and her father are accused of plotting to kill her famous singer ex, amid a bitter years-long custody dispute, court documents show. Jonathan Vigliotti is following the case.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced murder and conspiracy charges Wednesday against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro and five others over the downing of two planes in 1996.
Larry Bushart, who spent 37 days in jail over his Facebook post about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will get $835,000 to settle a lawsuit against Tennessee officials. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Court records reveal more details about the Mango founder's son, Jonathan Andic, who was arrested Tuesday in connection to his father's 2024 death. Leigh Kiniry reports.
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
In a historic move, Harvard University faculty members have voted to limit the number of "A" grades given to undergraduates to curb rising grade inflation. Axios Boston reporter Mike Deehan joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Home Depot, Target, Lowes and TJ Maxx all beat expectations with their first quarter earnings and revenue reported on Wednesday. Target had their strongest gains in years. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
President Trump said he does not think there will be any additional escalation following the Justice Department's indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro. CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano breaks down the situation.
Metropolitan Police officer Daniel Hodges is one of two law enforcement officers who defended the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riots and is suing to block the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion so-called "anti-weaponization" fund. He joins "The Daily Report" to discuss why.
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