Congress works to avoid government shutdown this week
Congress has until Friday night to pass a new spending package to fund the government or it will shut down on Saturday
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Schumer to Sessions: Ride the subway with me at 4 a.m.
Senate minority leader rebukes attorney general over the DOJ's claim that New York City is "soft on crime"
Senate heads for "nuclear" showdown over Neil Gorsuch nomination
McConnell and Republicans plan to enact a unilateral rules change to eliminate the filibuster for Supreme Court nominees
Chuck Schumer warns Republicans about changing Senate rules to confirm Neil Gorsuch
The Senate minority leader has threatened to filibuster Gorsuch's nomination to serve on the Supreme Court
Trump says health care deal is "going to happen very quickly"
The president welcomed Democratic and Republican senators and their spouses to the White House for dinner Wednesday night
Schumer says Democrats will filibuster Gorsuch nomination
"He will have to earn 60 votes for confirmation," the Senate Minority Leader said Thursday
AP fact check: both sides loose with facts in health debate
Republicans and Democrats alike are reacting strongly to the CBO's scoring of the GOP's health care bill. Here's how their statements align with the facts
Democrats warn GOP against including wall funding in major spending package
Congress must pass a new spending package by April 28 or risk a government shutdown
Democrat to Trump: Expect "massive fight" after firing U.S. attorney
Democrats are criticizing president for firing U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara, calling it an effort to sideline critical voices in the judicial branch
Trump claims Obama tapped Trump Tower phones
Trump's tweetstorm about Obama comes as questions surrounding president's contacts with Russia persist
Trump tweets about Schumer, Pelosi photos with Putin, Russian envoy
President Trump lashed out at top Democrats over their treatment of Attorney General Jeff Sessions
Senate confirms Ryan Zinke for Department of the Interior
Montana Republican representative will be sworn in on Wednesday afternoon by Vice President Mike Pence
Top Democrat says Trump's speeches are "not attached to his own reality"
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer reacts to the president's address to Congress in an interview on "CBS This Morning"
Schumer: National Guard rounding up undocumented is "un-American"
White House's Sean Spicer insists there is "no effort to utilize the National Guard to round up immigrants"
Dem senators plan emergency meeting
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called the meeting amid published reports about and related to National Security Adviser Michael Flynn's resignation
Top Democrat pushes Trump to throw travel ban "in the trash"
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer also weighs in on Trump's response to North Korea's ballistic missile test
Ted Cruz: "Democrats are the party of the Ku Klux Klan"
The Texas senator defends hardball tactics used against critics of attorney general nominee Jeff Sessions
Seven Democrats to watch in Washington
Without an incumbent president or a party chairman (yet), it's a new era for Democrats -- and here are the voices with the most sway in the party
Commentary: Schumer has no good options on Gorsuch
Trump's SCOTUS nominee will be confirmed -- but can the Democratic leader ever make that loss acceptable to the base?
Tom Price, Steve Mnuchin nominations blocked by Democratic boycott
Democrats say they need more information about both nominees before they can move forward with votes
Top Democrat says Trump immigration ban turning "much of the world against us"
Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York promised forthcoming legislation to repeal the president's travel ban
Trump claims 3-5M illegal ballots cost him popular vote, cites no evidence
President Trump made the claim at a small reception for a bipartisan group of congressional leaders at the White House
Schumer turns the tables on McConnell in Senate confirmation process
Schumer sent McConnell the very same letter that McConnell had sent Harry Reid in 2009 -- on conditions for the confirmation of Obama's nominees
Senate Dems demand investigation into Trump nominee
Rep. Tom Price faces scrutiny over healthcare stock trades, which reportedly netted him tens of thousands of dollars
Trump tweets on Obamacare, promising "far better" alternative
He also went after Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and said the health care law was "a lie from the beginning"
Nancy Guthrie "still out there," sheriff says, as FBI offers $50,000 reward
Investigators believe the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is "still out there," but they have not identified any suspects, the sheriff said.
Who entered Epstein's jail tier the night of his death? Files raise new questions.
Newly released documents from the Epstein files raise more questions about activity seen on video from the jail the night he died.
Ukraine and Russia carry out first prisoner exchange in 5 months
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff calls Ukraine and Russia's exchange of 314 prisoners "tangible progress," but acknowledges a lot of work left to end the war.
A timeline of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as search intensifies
The search for Savannah's Guthrie's mom, Nancy Guthrie, stretches into a fifth day after she disappeared over the weekend.
Minnesota activist arrested and charged with threatening ICE agents
Prosecutors allege that Kyle Wagner, 37, shared social media posts threatening ICE agents.
Bio lab found in Las Vegas is similar to California scene, officials say
Officials in Reedley, California said they had tried to warn federal authorities about the possibility of similar labs after one was found there in 2023.
What Savannah Guthrie video reveals about strategy to get mom home
In a video message, Savannah Guthrie and her siblings sought to tell their mother's possible abductor – or abductors – that they are "ready to talk."
Spokesperson says both Trump and Bondi asked Gabbard to be at FBI search
President Trump told NBC News he didn't know why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at the search of the Georgia county's elections office.
Massive release of Epstein files includes 3 million documents and photos
The Justice Department released more new documents Friday from the Jeffrey Epstein files, more than a month after the DOJ's original deadline to do so.
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As silver prices soar, jeweler Pandora turns to platinum
One jewelry company is looking to offset surging silver prices by plating its pieces with an even more precious metal.
Layoffs jumped in January as companies pull back on hiring
Employers cut more than 108,000 jobs in January, the highest total for that month since 2009, new data shows.
Who entered Epstein's jail tier the night of his death? Files raise new questions.
Newly released documents from the Epstein files raise more questions about activity seen on video from the jail the night he died.
Spokesperson says both Trump and Bondi asked Gabbard to be at FBI search
President Trump told NBC News he didn't know why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at the search of the Georgia county's elections office.
Nancy Guthrie "still out there," sheriff says, as FBI offers $50,000 reward
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
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As silver prices soar, jeweler Pandora turns to platinum
One jewelry company is looking to offset surging silver prices by plating its pieces with an even more precious metal.
Layoffs jumped in January as companies pull back on hiring
Employers cut more than 108,000 jobs in January, the highest total for that month since 2009, new data shows.
Why now is a good time to start house-hunting
Housing affordability is improving as more homeowners list their properties, according to data from Zillow.
Criminals plot to sack Super Bowl fans for a loss with these online scams
Lawmakers are warning Americans to beware the many financial scams linked to Super Bowl LX, from fake betting sites to counterfeit tickets.
Chrysler recalls more than 450,000 vehicles whose brakes could fail
Chrysler is recalling more than 450,000 vehicles with improperly designed trailer tow modules whose trailer lights may not work and that have trailer brakes that could fail, officials say.
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Who entered Epstein's jail tier the night of his death? Files raise new questions.
Newly released documents from the Epstein files raise more questions about activity seen on video from the jail the night he died.
Spokesperson says both Trump and Bondi asked Gabbard to be at FBI search
President Trump told NBC News he didn't know why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at the search of the Georgia county's elections office.
U.S. and Russia agree to resume military-to-military communication
The U.S. on Thursday announced the resumption of dialogue with Russia's military, which had been suspended since 2021.
Republicans pan Democrats' demands for ICE reform as DHS funding cliff nears
Senate Republicans criticized Democrats' list of demands to rein in ICE, further reducing the odds of reaching a deal on DHS funding.
Minnesota activist arrested and charged with threatening ICE agents
Prosecutors allege that Kyle Wagner, 37, shared social media posts threatening ICE agents.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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Anti-doping agency responds to penis injection claims at Olympics
In ski jumping, a small difference in suit size can make a significant difference in an athlete's performance.
U.S. and Russia agree to resume military-to-military communication
The U.S. on Thursday announced the resumption of dialogue with Russia's military, which had been suspended since 2021.
Concern over safety and justice as U.S. moves 7,000 ISIS suspects to Iraq
Iraq says it's ready to put thousands of ISIS suspects transferred by the U.S. from Syria on trial. Can it really offer "fair and decisive" justice?
Russia says huge meteorite chunk discovered before being smuggled to U.K.
Russia's customs service says a 2.8-ton chunk of the Aletai meteorite was found in a shipping container, labeled as a garden ornament.
Ukraine and Russia carry out first prisoner exchange in 5 months
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff calls Ukraine and Russia's exchange of 314 prisoners "tangible progress," but acknowledges a lot of work left to end the war.
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LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
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How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
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.
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Officials: Nancy Guthrie is "still out there"
Investigators believe "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, is "still out there." CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have the latest on the search for the missing woman.
FBI: Deadline on Guthrie ransom note is 5 p.m.
The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Anna Schecter breaks down what we know and Marlon Marrache, a retired LAPD sergeant, joins with analysis.
Latest details on Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Officials gave an update Thursday on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, saying they believe she is "still out there" and offering a $50,000 reward for information in the case. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
$50,000 reward offered for Nancy Guthrie info
The FBI said it's offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, as the search continues for the 84-year-old who was last seen at her Arizona home on Saturday. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said he believes Nancy Guthrie is "still out there."
Nancy Guthrie "still out there," sheriff says, as FBI offers $50,000 reward
Investigators have no proof that the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is still alive but are holding out hope she is "still out there," the sheriff said.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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Arthur Brooks on misconceptions about therapy
A growing number of Americans are seeking time with a counselor to help treat depression and anxiety. One in seven Americans received mental health counseling or therapy in 2024, according to the CDC. However, CBS News contributor Arthur Brooks says therapy won't necessarily make you happier. He joins "CBS Mornings News" to talk about how to improve your well-being and his upcoming book, "The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness."
Concerns about health care costs
According to a new KFF Health tracking poll, two-thirds of those surveyed say they worry about not being able to afford health coverage and more than half say costs have gone up in the past year. Renuka Rayasam, senior correspondent at KFF Health News, joins CBS News to discuss.
U.S.-Russia nuclear treaty expires
The U.S. and Russia have agreed to hold high-level military talks just hours after the last remaining nuclear treaty between the two super-powers expired. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.
Sheriff, FBI on Nancy Guthrie search
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos and Heith Janke, the special agent in charge of the FBI's field office in Phoenix, gave an update on the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. Nanos said investigators believe Guthrie is "still out there." The FBI is offering a $50,000 reward for information on her whereabouts.
Officials: Nancy Guthrie is "still out there"
Investigators believe "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, is "still out there." CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have the latest on the search for the missing woman.