Michelle Obama's mother on life in the White House: "I was worried about my grandkids"
"She taught the girls how to do their laundry. They would go upstairs for laundry lessons," the former first lady said
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Michelle Obama on the simple reason Trump won
Watch Gayle King's full interview with Michelle Obama Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018, on "CBS This Morning," which airs 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. ET/PT
Michelle Obama: "Vindication in the moment is so short term"
The former first lady still stands by her motto, "When they go low, we go high"
Michelle Obama reveals daughters were conceived through IVF
In an interview about her new memoir, "Becoming," the former first lady opened up about miscarriage and infertility
Michelle Obama slams Trump in new memoir
Former first lady Michelle Obama's new memoir includes some blunt criticism of President Trump. She blasts the president for pushing the false idea that Barack Obama was not born in the United States and therefore was ineligible to be president. The White House has not responded to our request for comment.
Trump on final campaign blitz before midterm elections
"Everything we've achieved is at stake on Election Day," President Trump said
Trump to rally supporters in Ohio
President Trump is rallying supporters in Ohio for the Republican candidate for governor, Mike DeWine, who is facing a tough challenge from Democrat Richard Cordray. State government reporter for The Cincinnati Enquirer, Jessie Balmert, discusses the president's Cleveland rally and how it could affect the race on its final day.
Obama campaigns in Virginia
Former President Barack Obama campaigned in Virginia for Democrat Tim Kaine. Kaine is running for a second Senate term after losing the vice presidential bid in 2016. Watch Obama's remarks here.
Obama: The character of U.S. is on the ballot
Former President Barack Obama, campaigning in Northern Virginia for Sen. Tim Kaine and Jennifer Wexton on the eve of Election Day, didn't mention President Trump by name, but his riff on what's on the ballot Tuesday was an argument that the midterm elections are a referendum on the president.
Obama: "The character of this country is on the ballot"
The former president brought an armful of donuts to an appearance in Fairfax, Virginia Monday, where he was appearing with Sen. Tim Kaine, and state Sen. Jennifer Wexton
Commentary: What a "win" looks like in the midterm elections
If Democrats wake up on Wednesday and they're up 25 seats in the House but down two in the U.S. Senate—is that a win? Will Republicans count narrowly losing the House but adding to their Senate majority a "loss?"
Obama's pre-midterms swing continues as he stumps for Indiana Sen. Joe Donnelly
Former president's rally in Gary was one of several stops countering late Trump blitz
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Stakes higher than ever for Tuesday's midterm elections; Thrilling end to Breeder's Cup in Louisville
Stakes high for midterm elections
The stakes couldn't be higher for Tuesday's midterm elections. A new CBS Battleground Tracker poll shows Democrats in position to take control of the House. They could win 225 seats -- just over the 218 they need to win. In the Senate, Republicans currently hold the edge, 51 seats to 49. President Trump and former President Obama were out on the campaign trail Sunday. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett reports.
Trump says at Florida rally "when people are camping out on your front lawn, remember Gillum"
President Trump is in Florida for his second rally of the day to rally for Republican gubernatorial and Senate candidates
Obama says at Georgia rally "I'm here for one simple reason: To ask you to vote"
"The consequences of any of us staying home are profound because America is at a crossroads ... The character of our country is on the ballot," former president said
Obama campaigns for Andrew Gillum and Bill Nelson in Florida
"If you're a Democrat, you'd better be voting for Andrew Gillum and Bill Nelson," Obama told an enthusiastic crowd in Florida
Obama campaigns for Democrats in Florida
Former President Barack Obama speaks at a campaign event for Democrats in Florida. The former president joined gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum and Senate incumbent Bill Nelson.
All eyes on tight governor's race in Georgia
Days ahead of Tuesday’s midterm elections, Georgia’s tight race for governor is getting national attention. Former President Obama will campaign there Friday, following Oprah Winfrey on Thursday. Vice President Mike Pence was also in Georgia supporting the Republican candidate, Brian Kemp. Nancy Cordes reports.
Oprah, Pence hit the trail in Georgia before tight midterm race
Oprah surprised Georgia voters by going door to door
Girl obsessed with Michelle Obama's portrait dressed as her for Halloween
Last spring, 2-year-old Parker Curry went viral for her love of Michelle Obama – and she's at it again with her Halloween costume
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
"Brennan wife and kids": Mail bomb suspect's internet searches revealed
Cesar Sayoc allegedly searched for his victims and their families
The Trump factor in the midterm elections
Recent polls suggest that a large majority of voters will have Trump on their minds when they go to cast their votes in the 2018 midterm elections
Package bomb suspect is a Florida Trump supporter
Cesar Sayoc, 56, is accused of sending bombs to prominent Democrats and vocal opponents of President Trump
Trump says he will impose tariffs on countries that oppose Greenland plan
Mr. Trump previously threatened to impose tariffs against countries that do not support his plans to acquire the territory.
Trump endorses possible primary challenger to Sen. Bill Cassidy
President Trump pledged to back GOP Rep. Julia Letlow if she launches a bid in the Louisiana Senate race.
Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks: "Probably the funniest person of all time"
As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like the director of such classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"
America at 250 – and a reckoning for President Trump
In this landmark year for American democracy, historian Lindsay Chervinsky, Washington Post columnist George F. Will, and Atlantic staff writer Vivian Salama talk about what the second year of Trump's presidency may mean for America's future.
CBS News poll finds more Americans say ICE being too tough
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
Shark attacks boy in Sydney, leaving him in critical condition
The predator bit the boy, believed to be about 13 years old, during the late afternoon off Shark Beach, police said.
CBS News poll: One year in, Americans call for more inflation focus from Trump
Most Republicans feel Trump has done more than expected, while others have views that are more mixed.
Indonesian rescuers find body, wreckage after passenger aircraft goes missing
The aircraft lost contact with ground control while approaching a mountainous region.
Hundreds of soldiers on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis amid protests
About 1,500 active-duty soldiers are on standby in Alaska for possible deployment to Minneapolis, a U.S. defense official told CBS News Saturday.
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Peak travel: Viewing the U.S. from each state's highest point
"Highpointers" are people with a quirky goal: summiting the highest point in each of the 50 states, from Mr. McKinley in Alaska (elevation: 20,310 feet above sea level), to Florida's Britton Hill (elevation: 345 feet).
Voices of the civil rights movement
To mark Martin Luther King Jr's birthday, "Sunday Morning" talks with some of those who were engaged from the very beginning of the civil rights movement, from sit-ins and marches to the Supreme Court.
America at 250 – and a reckoning for President Trump
In this landmark year for American democracy, historian Lindsay Chervinsky, Washington Post columnist George F. Will, and Atlantic staff writer Vivian Salama talk about what the second year of Trump's presidency may mean for America's future.
Trump endorses possible primary challenger to Sen. Bill Cassidy
President Trump pledged to back GOP Rep. Julia Letlow if she launches a bid in the Louisiana Senate race.
CBS News poll finds more Americans say ICE being too tough
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
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Here are the hurdles Trump faces in his push for low interest rates and a friendly Fed
As the president prepares to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, he's made no secret of his goal for lower interest rates — but there are a few political roadblocks in the way.
Education Department delays wage garnishment plan for defaulted student loans
The Trump administration is delaying its plans to withhold pay from student loan borrowers who default on their payments, backing off a measure that threatened to deliver a financial blow to millions of Americans.
Venezuelan oil is coming to the U.S. What will it mean for gas prices?
The Trump administration says it has completed the first sale of Venezuelan oil to the U.S. Will it mean lower prices at the pump?
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
Weight loss drugs could save airlines money on fuel as Americans shed pounds
As obesity rates among Americans drop and weight loss drugs lead to a slimmer society, airlines could save on fuel costs, according to a recent analysis.
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America at 250 – and a reckoning for President Trump
In this landmark year for American democracy, historian Lindsay Chervinsky, Washington Post columnist George F. Will, and Atlantic staff writer Vivian Salama talk about what the second year of Trump's presidency may mean for America's future.
Europeans reeling from Trump threat to impose tariffs on 8 countries
Europeans were reeling Sunday from President Trump's announcement that eight countries will face a 10% tariff for opposing American control of Greenland.
Trump endorses possible primary challenger to Sen. Bill Cassidy
President Trump pledged to back GOP Rep. Julia Letlow if she launches a bid in the Louisiana Senate race.
CBS News poll finds more Americans say ICE being too tough
Looking overseas, there is wide opposition to the idea of taking Greenland by force.
CBS News poll: One year in, Americans call for more inflation focus from Trump
Most Republicans feel Trump has done more than expected, while others have views that are more mixed.
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Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
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Shark attacks boy in Sydney, leaving him in critical condition
The predator bit the boy, believed to be about 13 years old, during the late afternoon off Shark Beach, police said.
Europeans reeling from Trump threat to impose tariffs on 8 countries
Europeans were reeling Sunday from President Trump's announcement that eight countries will face a 10% tariff for opposing American control of Greenland.
U.S. strike kills Al-Qaeda affiliate leader linked to ambush in Syria
U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. military operations in the Middle East, conducted the strike on Jan. 16, killing Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, authorities said.
Man takes historic ski down Mount Everest's North Face
Elite mountaineer Jim Morrison, fueled by a promise he made to his deceased partner, ascended and then skied down Mount Everest's treacherous North Face.
Trump announces U.S. delegation to the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan
The Olympic Winter Games in Milan are scheduled to open on February 6, 2026.
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Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks: "Probably the funniest person of all time"
As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like the director of such classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"
Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks
As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like Mel Brooks, the filmmaker of such comedy classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol, "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!" Apatow talks with Tracy Smith about the World War II veteran who broke comedy taboos by lampooning Nazis and racists, and about Brooks' long friendship with another comic legend, Carl Reiner.
Stellan Skarsgård on acting: "It is like being a child … you never grow up"
The Swedish actor has been in 150 films and TV shows, from "Breaking the Waves" and "Mamma Mia!" to "Andor." He talks about his Golden Globe-winning performance in "Sentimental Value," playing a filmmaker-father trying to reconcile with his actress-daughters.
Extended interview: Stellan Skarsgård
In this web exclusive, Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård discusses his Golden Globe-winning performance in the film "Sentimental Value," in which he plays a director trying to reconnect with his daughter, an actress, by writing a role for her to play. He also talks about the effect of his 2022 stroke, which occurred during production of "Andor" and the "Dune" films, and how he feels he has changed as an actor after more than 150 film and TV credits.
"Sentimental Value" star Stellan Skarsgård
Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård has been in 150 films and TV shows, from "Breaking the Waves" and "Good Will Hunting," to "Mamma Mia!" and the "Star Wars" series "Andor." He just won a Golden Globe Award for his performance in "Sentimental Value," playing a filmmaker-father trying to reconcile with his estranged actress-daughters. Skarsgård talks with Seth Doane about why he's never bored making films; being a father of eight; and working with the effects of a 2022 stroke.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
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.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images
Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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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.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
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Will a woman's final moments, caught on tape, help prove she was murdered?
Bruno Rocuba claims a freak accident while handling his gun caused the death of his wife, Melissa Rocuba. He was not arrested or charged with any crime. Years later, investigators uncover disturbing new evidence that challenges what really happened that night in their Pennsylvania bedroom.
Investigators say jealousy was a motive in murder of Texas teen
Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.
Couple probed for child abuse had more surrogate babies
This past July, police in California raided the home of Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang over allegations of possible child abuse. The couple's 21 children, mostly surrogate-born, were taken into state custody as an investigation began. In the months since their arrest and release, the couple has had at least five more surrogate-born babies. The couple is now fighting for custody of all of their children and is suing some of their surrogates in the process. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Robinson attorneys trying to disqualify prosecutor
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk are trying to disqualify one of the prosecutors on the case. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
ICE holding about 73,000 people, data shows
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is holding about 73,000 people facing deportation, a new record high, according to data. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
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NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
Countdown to new lunar mission
NASA says it could be just weeks away from launching astronauts on a flight around the moon for the first time in more than half a century. Final preparations are underway at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where the Artemis II moon rocket is expected to roll out to the launch pad on Saturday.
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Nature: Woodpeckers in Florida
We leave you this Sunday morning with red-bellied woodpeckers at Canaveral Marshes near Orlando, Florida. Videographer: Doug Jensen.
Peak travel: The Highpointers Club
"Highpointers" are people with a quirky goal: summiting the highest point in each of the 50 states, from Mt. McKinley in Alaska (elevation: 20,310 feet above sea level), to Florida's Britton Hill (elevation: 345 feet). Conor Knighton talks with some intrepid travelers whose mission is to view the United States from the unique perspective of each state's tallest peak.
Judd Apatow on comic genius Mel Brooks
As a young boy, Judd Apatow says he wanted to grow up to be like Mel Brooks, the filmmaker of such comedy classics as "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein." Now Apatow has co-directed a two-part HBO Max documentary about his idol, "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!" Apatow talks with Tracy Smith about the World War II veteran who broke comedy taboos by lampooning Nazis and racists, and about Brooks' long friendship with another comic legend, Carl Reiner.
Voices of the civil rights movement
As we mark Martin Luther King Jr's birthday, Martha Teichner talks with some of those who were engaged from the very beginning of the civil rights movement: Arthenia Joyner, who was a Black high school student who took part in a sit-in at a Whites-only lunch counter in Tampa, Fla.; Jawana Jackson, who as a child participated with her mother in the Selma-to-Montgomery march in the wake of "Bloody Sunday"; and attorney Fred Gray, who won four civil rights cases before the Supreme Court by the age of 35.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin, whose 1955 arrest for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated Montgomery bus helped spark the modern civil rights movement.