Metal fencing around U.S. Capitol comes down
The metal fencing surrounding the U.S. Capitol is finally being removed. The removal began Friday, a little over six months after the January 6 assault. Nikole Killion has more.
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GOP senators block sweeping voting rights bill
A Democratic plan to greatly expand voting rights in the U.S. failed in the Senate on Tuesday. Democrats didn't come close to the 60 votes they needed to kick off debate. Nikole Killion reports.
Senate GOP blocks voting rights bill
In a 50-50 vote on Tuesday, Senate Republicans blocked a debate from kicking off on the Democrats' sweeping attempt to overhaul election and voting laws in the U.S. The measure would have set a federal floor on voting standards nationwide. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest from Capitol Hill.
"Sedition Hunters" help find January 6 suspects
Amateur internet sleuths are hard at work tracking down the people who stormed the Capitol building on January 6. They call themselves "Sedition Hunters," and their information has proven useful to law enforcement. Bloomberg Businessweek reporter David Yaffe-Bellany discusses why these people are devoting large chunks of their daily lives to this pursuit and how law enforcement is responding to them.
FBI director on January 6 and cyberattacks
FBI Director Christopher Wray testified before the House Judiciary Committee on his agency's investigations on the January 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and the growing dangers from white supremacists and of ransomware attacks. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports from Capitol Hill.
Biden on helping global COVID vaccine effort
President Biden formally announced Thursday that the U.S. would be purchasing 500 million doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to donate to 100 countries over the next year. The announcement was made during the first full day of his overseas trip. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Senate report details failures around Capitol riot
As CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports, a Senate report released Tuesday cites security and intelligence failures that led to the January 6 Capitol attack and left Capitol Police officers unprepared to handle the mob that showed up that day. Siobhan Hughes, a Wall Street Journal congressional reporter, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the report and other developments on Capitol Hill.
Evolution of UFOs: From fringe to federal probe
The Director of National Intelligence is collecting data across several federal agencies to release a report on what officials call "unidentified aerial phenomena." Politico senior national correspondent Bryan Bender joins CBSN's Lana Zak to share his reporting on how UFOs became a national security concern and former Senator Harry Reid's role in bringing the subject to Capitol Hill.
Biden unveils budget proposal
President Biden has released his 2022 fiscal year budget proposal. It calls for $6 trillion in government spending, but many Republicans believe it would create a major deficit. Meantime, Republican senators on Friday also blocked the appointment of a bipartisan commission to examine the January 6 riots on Capitol Hill. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini reports. Then, political reporter Grace Segers joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more.
Senate GOP blocks January 6 commission
Senate Republicans on Friday voted to block a bill to create a 9/11-style commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Democrats failed to reach the 60-vote threshold. CBS' Natalie Brand joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero for a closer look at what this means going forward.
Senate GOP poised to block Jan. 6 commission
Senate Republicans are expected to block a bill that would create a commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The U.S. House passed the legislation last week. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Senator Cory Booker on police reform
A year after George Floyd's death, police reform negotiations are still continuing on Capitol Hill. Senator Cory Booker, a Democrat from New Jersey, is one of the lead negotiators and he joined "CBSN AM" to talk about where the legislation stands.
Outrage over Greene's Holocaust comments
Republican leaders are speaking out against Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene's comments comparing COVID-19 mask mandates and vaccines to the genocide against Jews in the Holocaust, but they stopped short of imposing any consequences. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined "CBSN AM" with the latest.
January 6 commission faces GOP opposition
The House has approved a measure to create a commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Laura Podesta joins "CBSN AM" to talk about how the bill faces opposition in the Senate.
GOP leaders oppose January 6 commission
The House is preparing to vote on a bill to establish a bipartisan commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the Capitol. However, several GOP leaders have come forward in opposition. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN with the latest.
House set to vote on January 6 commission
The House is expected to vote on establishing a bipartisan commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the nation's Capitol. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he will oppose the legislation if it reaches the Senate. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest from Capitol Hill.
House expected to OK Capitol riot commission
The House is set to vote on establishing a commission to investigate the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. The bill, a bipartisan effort, is expected to pass the House, but Republicans remain divided over it. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN to discuss.
Democrats say Biden should do more to stop Middle East violence
President Biden is facing growing calls from within his own party to help bring an end to violence in the Middle East. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
House GOP names Stefanik new conference chair
House Republicans voted Friday to make Representative Elise Stefanik their new conference chair. CBS News Congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the move and the rest of the day's headlines from Capitol Hill.
Senators' snowball fight
Sen. Cory Booker and Sen. Jeff Flake had a duel on Capitol Hill. A snowball duel, that is. The stakes were high: the loser had to buy pizza for the winning senator's team.
Sen. Kennedy on Facebook data mining scandal
Lawmakers are calling on Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to testify on Capitol Hill about the abuse of user data. Facebook is under fire because data from more than 50 million users was inappropriately given to Cambridge Analytica, which used it to target political messages in the 2016 campaign. Louisiana Republican Sen. John Kennedy joins “CBS This Morning” from Washington to discuss his push for a potential hearing with tech industry CEOs.
Student's powerful walkout speech
"In an ideal world, the 20 first graders and kindergartners who died at Sandy Hook would be in middle school ... the 32 students who died at Virginia Tech would be employed professionals. And the 17 victims from Stoneman Douglas would probably be eating lunch right now," student Michael Soloman said at the National Walkout Day rally on Capitol Hill.
Coats on N. Korea: "Hope springs eternal"
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats tells lawmakers on Capitol Hill it's possible a breakthrough could happen with North Korea, but says he "seriously" doubts it.
Trump memorializes Billy Graham
President Trump, surrounded by leaders of the administration and members of Congress, spoke of the late evangelist Billy Graham's legacy, as Graham lies in honor at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda before his burial Friday.
Retiring GOP lawmakers on gun debate
The Florida school shooting is reigniting the gun debate on Capitol Hill. In the wake of other mass shootings, bills to mandate background checks, prevent stalkers from buying guns and ban so-called "bump stocks" stalled in Congress. Retiring Republican lawmakers speak with Nancy Cordes about congressional inaction for Sunday's "Face the Nation."
HHS freezes all child care payments to Minnesota after viral fraud allegations
The Department of Health and Human Services says it has frozen federal child care funding for the state of Minnesota, citing viral fraud allegations.
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies at 35
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
Court order suggests officials pushed to prosecute Abrego Garcia after deportation
A court order suggests the Trump administration pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after he challenged his deportation, with one top DOJ official calling it a "top priority."
Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, when crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Trump issues his first vetoes of this term
President Trump used his veto power this week for the first time since returning to the White House, rejecting a pair of bills linked to a Colorado water pipeline and a tribal village in the Everglades.
California delays yanking 17,000 commercial driver's licenses despite feds' threat
In light of a suit by immigrants groups, California says it will delay the revocations of 17,000 commercial driver's licenses despite a federal threat to withhold $160 million in funding.
Iran cracks down, detaining protesters after several day of unrest
As the U.S. and Israel back Iranians' right to protest against their leaders, authorities in Tehran detain students and declare a sudden holiday.
Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former senator and Northern Cheyenne tribe member, dies at 92
Former Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, a Northern Cheyenne tribal chief who became a prominent American politician, has died.
Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs denies charges of strangulation, assault and battery
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
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Is anything open on New Year's Eve 2025? See which stores are operating.
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Body found amid search for missing Texas teen Camila Mendoza Olmos
The body has not yet been identified, Texas officials said at a Tuesday news conference.
Black bear living underneath Altadena house shows no sign of budging
The 550-pound black bear has taken up residence in the crawlspace underneath Ken Johnson's home in California for a month.
Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
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California delays yanking 17,000 commercial driver's licenses
In light of a suit by immigrants groups, California says it will delay the revocations of 17,000 commercial driver's licenses despite a federal threat to withhold $160 million in funding.
Is anything open on New Year's Eve 2025? See which stores are operating.
Most major retailers and grocery stores will be open on New Year's Eve, although some will have reduced hours.
Fed meeting minutes reveal deep splits on December rate cut decision
The minutes released Tuesday indicate that some Fed officials who supported the rate cut had reservations.
Silver is rebounding after its worst trading day in four years
Silver prices have more than doubled in 2025, outpacing this year's surge in gold prices, as investors seek safe haven investments.
Judge blocks White House from defunding CFPB as its funds were about to run out
A federal judge has ruled that the White House cannot stop funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
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California delays yanking 17,000 commercial driver's licenses
In light of a suit by immigrants groups, California says it will delay the revocations of 17,000 commercial driver's licenses despite a federal threat to withhold $160 million in funding.
Former Republican Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona says he has dementia
Former Republican U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona announced his withdrawal from public life following a dementia diagnosis.
Democratic win in Iowa special election denies GOP a Legislature supermajority
Democrat Renee Hardman was elected to the Iowa state Senate in a year-end special election, keeping Republicans from reclaiming two-thirds control of the chamber and Legislature.
Trump issues his first vetoes of this term
President Trump used his veto power this week for the first time since returning to the White House, rejecting a pair of bills linked to a Colorado water pipeline and a tribal village in the Everglades.
Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. senator and Native American, dies at 92
Former Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, a Northern Cheyenne tribal chief who became a prominent American politician, has died.
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Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
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Women Japanese lawmakers point to unique shortage — toilets for them
Nearly 60 women lawmakers in Japan, including the prime minister, have submitted a petition calling for more toilets in the parliament building to match their improved representation.
Iran cracks down, detaining protesters after several day of unrest
As the U.S. and Israel back Iranians' right to protest against their leaders, authorities in Tehran detain students and declare a sudden holiday.
1 killed, dozens injured in head-on train collision near Peru's Machu Picchu
The head-on collision occurred between two trains on the line that services the historic Peruvian site Machu Picchu.
Spanish woman known for botched fresco restoration dies at 94
Cecilia Giménez's botched restoration of a century-old painting of Jesus Christ captured global headlines more than a decade ago.
Cable car accident leaves 4 hurt, 100 stranded on mountain for hours
Four people were injured and around 100 stranded visitors had to be rescued by helicopter after a cable car accident in northern Italy, officials said.
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Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, when crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
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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.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
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D.C. bomb suspect to stay detained for now
The man accused of planting pipe bombs in Washington, D.C., the night before Jan. 6, 2021, will remain in custody for now. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
DHS probes fraud at MN day care centers
The Department of Homeland Security is investigating after conservative YouTuber Nick Shirley posted a video that has gone viral, alleging potential fraud at a dozen day care centers in Minnesota. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Latest on proceedings against Tyler Robinson
A Utah judge ordered the release of a transcript from a closed-door hearing in the case against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering Republican political influencer Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Patriots receiver Stefon Diggs charged with strangulation, assault and battery
Stefon Diggs, a star wide receiver with the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges after an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month.
Police compare Germany bank vault robbery to an "Ocean's Eleven" heist
Thieves apparently spent much of the weekend plundering deposit boxes inside a German bank vault after tunneling through from a parking garage.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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?
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We asked people to reflect on 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, Jericka Duncan asks people to reflect on the past year and look toward the next.
550-pound bear refuses to leave man's crawl space
A massive black bear has been living beneath a home in Altadena, California, for the past month. As Carter Evans reports, the problem has become unbearable.
HHS freezes all child care funding to Minnesota
The Department of Health and Human Services said it has frozen federal child care funding for the state of Minnesota, citing viral fraud allegations. Jonah Kaplan has the latest.
Search for missing Malaysia Airlines plane resumes
Almost 12 years after Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished over the Indian Ocean with 239 people on board, the search for the Boeing 777's wreckage was scheduled to resume in the Indian Ocean -- supported by the latest advancements in deep-sea, self-guided drone technology. Elizabeth Palmer has more.
Many states reporting higher than usual flu cases
There has been a recent surge in flu cases over the holidays. Previously, 14 states were reporting high or very high levels of flu. Now that number has more than doubled to 29 states across the country. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.