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Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman was found dead in his New York City apartment from an apparent drug overdose; and, Some 80,000 fans plus thousands of security officers and support staff flock to MetLife stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., for America's largest sporting event of the year.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is facing new questions about what he knew about lane closures near the George Washington Bridge, which were allegedly engineered by aides as political payback against a mayor; and, Law enforcement isn't taking any chances with securing the Super Bowl at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Top moments from the Democratic debate; Bridgegate case before Supreme Court
David Wildstein, a N.J. Gov. Chris Christie appointee who oversaw the controversial lane closures, is accusing Christie of knowing about the closures as they were happening. Christie circulated an email Saturday assailing the credibility of Wildstein. CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano reports.
One of Donald Trump's top surrogates, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, is being taken off the campaign trail. Christie's appearances scheduled for this weekend were cancelled after two of his former top aides were convicted for creating a massive traffic jam as political payback. Christie was not charged in the case, but the scandal derailed his presidential campaign. Don Dahler reports.
Matt Katz, reporter for WNYC radio and author of "American Governor: Chris Christie's Bridge to Redemption," joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss Gov. Chris Christie's legacy.
Two former allies of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie -- Bridget Kelly and Bill Baroni -- have been convicted in the "Bridgegate" traffic scandal. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman discusses on CBSN.
The Clinton-Trump face-off Monday night may turn out to be the most watched presidential debate ever; Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump did not have the final word on Monday night
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has always denied knowing about a scheme by top aides to create a traffic jam to punish a local mayor. But on Tuesday, a federal jury in the criminal case heard a different story. Don Dahler reports.
Federal prosecutors raised new questions about New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie during opening statements in the so-called "Bridgegate" trial. They claim Christie knew his allies were involved in the controversial closure of access lanes to the George Washington Bridge, as it was happening. They also say the purpose of the lane closures in 2013 was to punish Fort Lee's mayor, who declined to endorse Christie's re-election. Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the implications of the trial.
Thousands waited outside Tuesday to greet Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis following her release from jail; Stephen Colbert tells CBS News' Mo Rocca what viewers can expect from "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
David Wildstein may plead guilty to his role in the 2013 lane closures on the George Washington Bridge. The closures, which created a traffic nightmare, were allegedly ordered by members of Gov. Chris Christie's administration as political retribution. Christie has denied involvement. Norah O'Donnell reports.
New Hampshire voters tease the Republican governor about past scandals and television shows at a meet-and-greet breakfast in Manchester.
Gov. Chris Christie, R-N.J., says the scandal surrounding the George Washington Bridge won't have any bearing on his decision about a 2016 presidential bid.
CBSNews.com Executive Washington Editor Steve Chaggaris talks with RealClearPolitics National Political Reporter Scott Conroy about former Gov. Jeb Bush, R-Fla., Gov. Chris Christie, R-N.J., and the battle for the heart of the GOP establishment in 2016.
A Christie-commissioned report says he had no knowledge of plans to close lanes leading to the George Washington Bridge last year that led to gridlock. Clarissa Ward reports.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and his allies are pushing back hard against allegations that he lied to his constituents when he said that he did not know about lane closures on the George Washington Bridge that were allegedly ordered as political retribution. Terrell Brown reports.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is facing new questions about what he knew about lane closures near the George Washington Bridge, which were allegedly engineered by aides as political payback against a mayor. Elaine Quijano reports.
As New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie faces allegations over the George Washington Bridge lane closures that were allegedly orchestrated by aides as political payback, the scandal has the potential to derail his prospects to run for president in 2016. CBS News political director John Dickerson explains.
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously in the case involving Bridget Kelly and William Baroni, who worked for Christie.
A one-time aide to former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie says the governor has made her out to be "a scapegoat" for her role in the 2013 "Bridgegate" scandal. Bridget Kelly was sentenced to 13 months in prison for what prosecutors characterize as a politically motivated plot to create traffic jams over the George Washington Bridge. Now Kelly is definitely firing back at Christie, telling Kristine Johnson of New York station WCBS she was humiliated and wants Christie held accountable.
Bridget Kelly, Christie's former deputy chief of staff, says that the former governor is to blame for the scandal
An appeals court threw out civil rights convictions against Bridget Kelly last fall but upheld the most serious counts and ordered a resentencing
"I absolutely believe if Trump had not gotten into the race I think we would have won," Christie told NJ.com
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Two days of talks in Washington between Lebanon and Israel produced an extension of the current ceasefire by 45 days.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
The search for the remains of the four Italian divers was suspended Saturday, after a Maldivian military diver died.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Russian defenses shot down 81 drones headed for Moscow overnight, state agency Tass reported, citing Sobyanin.
Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are small, fully-functional secondary homes located on the same property as a main home, usually in the backyard, filling a vital need where housing has proved scant or expensive.
Venezuela's government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years he was pardoned by President Joe Biden.
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
"Sunday Morning" shares the love for three traditional foods in the City of Brotherly Love.
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are small, fully-functional secondary homes located on the same property as a main home, usually in the backyard, filling a vital need where housing has proved scant or expensive.
In New Mexico, a man is charged with forgery & larceny – and convicted of putting out a hit on his estranged wife. Twenty-six years earlier, a fire in Monaco kills a billionaire and his private nurse. At the center of that mystery was the very same man — with a different name.
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are small, fully-functional secondary homes located on the same property as a main home, usually in the backyard, filling a vital need where housing has proved scant or expensive.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
The following is the transcript of the interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
The following is the transcript of the interview with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Genomic analysis showed the virus found aboard the MV Hondius shows no evidence of new characteristics so far.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Tommy Bell thought he was in good shape. But a series of heart attacks painted a more complicated picture.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Researchers in Dublin discovered the oldest surviving English poem in a Roman library.
The following is the transcript of the interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
The following is the transcript of the interview with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought the father-son relationship of Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen.
In this web exclusive, Jon Favreau, the creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," and director of the new film "The Mandalorian and Grogu," talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the myth of "Star Wars," the influences on the story (including Japanese samurai films), and expanding the universe for a new audience. He also talks about working with Robert Downey Jr. on his film "Iron Man," and about cooking, the subject of his 2014 movie, "Chef."
Director Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen. He talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the handmade feel of the "Star Wars" universe, and how father-son relationships have always been at the heart of the stories set in a galaxy far, far away. He also discusses bringing his improv roots to directing Robert Downey Jr. in "Iron Man."
The French fashion house is today the world's largest luxury brand. "Sunday Morning" talks with artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière, who is shaping the future of Louis Vuitton by designing the unexpected.
For thousands of years, civilizations around the world have built houses out of earth – whether it be mud brick, wattle and dab or rammed earth. But adobe (the practice of making mudbricks) has now become today's "it" building material, from museums around the world designed using adobe, to do-it-yourselfers constructing homes from the very dirt beneath their feet. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks at the history of adobe, and how ancient adobe materials are being merged with 3-D printing techniques.
Atlanta residents say they're waking up to traffic jams of self-driving Waymo vehicles confused by neighborhood signage.
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.
Atlanta residents woke up to Waymo traffic jams on Friday. The driverless cars took over a quiet cul-de-sac. Skyler Henry has more details.
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
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.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
In New Mexico, a man is charged with forgery & larceny – and convicted of putting out a hit on his estranged wife. Twenty-six years earlier, a fire in Monaco kills a billionaire and his private nurse. At the center of that mystery was the very same man — with a different name.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an Iraqi national, is facing federal charges for his alleged terror plots targeting Jewish institutions around the U.S.
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
An Iraqi national was arrested and charged with planning to carry out several terror attacks in the U.S., including at a New York City synagogue and other prominent Jewish centers in Los Angeles and Scottsdale, Arizona. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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.
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
As Chinese state media reported that President Xi Jinping told President Trump there would be "conflicts" if the situation with Taiwan isn't "handled properly," Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that Taiwan is "not the ones creating all this trouble" in the region.
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the newly-announced Board of Trade between the U.S. and China will be focused on "non-sensitive goods" such as "sales of agricultural goods to China, energy goods, Boeings, medical devices."
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," as President Trump returns from his trip to China, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., join. Plus, Anthony Salvanto has the latest CBS News polling on the economy.
We leave you this Sunday at Chanticleer Garden just outside Philadelphia. Videographer: Jim Zurich.