The Democrats and Republicans will hold key primaries in five east coast states this week
The Democrats and Republicans will hold key primaries in five east coast states this week. CBS News elections director Anthony Salvanto has more on the races.
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Donald Trump is leading in the polls in delegate rich Pennsylvania, one of five states where voters will go to the polls Tuesday
Donald Trump is leading in the polls in delegate rich Pennsylvania, one of five states where voters will go to the polls Tuesday. Hillary Clinton leads there on the Democratic side as well, but Bernie Sanders is within striking distance. Weijia Jiang has more.
Donald Trump's new campaign chief told members of the Republican National Committee Friday that Trump has been putting on an act
Donald Trump's new campaign chief told members of the Republican National Committee Friday that Trump has been putting on an act. Trump says he will be more presidential while campaigning in the general election. Ted Cruz took the opportunity to call Trump a liar. Major Garrett reports.
The presidential candidates are setting their sights on Tuesday's primary in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island
The presidential candidates are setting their sights on Tuesday's primary in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. And ahead of the contests in those states, Donald Trump altered his stance on the North Carolina bathroom law saying that the issue should be left to the states. Caitlyn Huey-Burns with Real Clear Politics, joins CBSN to discuss.
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The first criminal charges were filed in the water debacle in Flint, Michigan, after contaminated drinking water left more than 150 children poisoned by dangerously high levels of lead; one tiny island in Denmark has been able to get their greenhouse gas emissions down to virtually zero
Hillary Clinton's camp believes her New York primary win puts the Democratic front-runner well on her way to securing the party's presidential nomination
Hillary Clinton's camp believes her New York primary win puts the Democratic front-runner well on her way to securing the party's presidential nomination. But Bernie Sanders remains defiant, insisting he still has a path to the nomination. Campaign director for the Center for American Progress Action Fund and Democratic strategist Emily Tisch Sussman joins CBSN with more.
Fresh off his big New York win, Donald Trump has his eyes on securing 1,237 delegates in order to avoid a contested convention
Fresh off his big New York win, Donald Trump has his eyes on securing 1,237 delegates in order to avoid a contested convention. But Ted Cruz said Wednesday that the fight for the nomination is "definitely headed to Cleveland." CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with the latest.
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," has some insight into the delegate math of the presidential campaign
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," has some insight into the delegate math of the presidential campaign. The magic number of delegates on the GOP side has been reported as 1,237 -- but there might actually be some wiggle room.
After a blowout win in New York Tuesday, Donald Trump feels it's only a matter of time before he has the Republican nomination for president locked up
After a blowout win in New York Tuesday, Donald Trump feels it's only a matter of time before he has the Republican nomination for president locked up. Ted Cruz and John Kasich have other ideas. Major Garrett has more.
Cruz had a dismal Tuesday, getting stomped in the New York GOP primary and possibly losing any chance of winning the Republican presidential nomination outright before the convention
Cruz had a dismal Tuesday, getting stomped in the New York GOP primary and possibly losing any chance of winning the Republican presidential nomination outright before the convention. CBSN's political panel offers insight into Cruz's options at this point.
Trump proclaimed, "We don't have much of a race anymore," after taking the New York GOP primary by a huge margin
Trump proclaimed, "We don't have much of a race anymore," after taking the New York GOP primary by a huge margin. CBSN's political panel breaks down how he did it and what it means for his campaign.
What exactly were voters in the Empire State looking for?
What exactly were voters in the Empire State looking for? For word on the exit polls, Demarco Morgan and Anthony Salvanto join CBSN.
Senator Ted Cruz addresses supporters in Pennsylvania a week before that state's primary
Senator Ted Cruz addresses supporters in Pennsylvania a week before that state's primary. The senator questioned the direction of our country and touched on moments in history in his speech.
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CBS News projects that businessman Donald Trump will be the winner of the Republican primary in his home state; when an industrial incinerator was approved to be built near her already polluted neighborhood, high schooler Destiny Watford jumped into action to stop it
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," offers more insight into both the Republican and Democratic races in the Empire State
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," offers more insight into both the Republican and Democratic races in the Empire State.
The Hillary Clinton campaign says it's not about how many points she wins by, as long she wins her home state
The Hillary Clinton campaign says it's not about how many points she wins by, as long she wins her home state. Bernie Sanders is arguing the close race in New York is a sign that he's catching fire after seven straight wins. Nancy Cordes reports.
CBS News projects that businessman Donald Trump will be the winner of the Republican primary in his home state
CBS News projects that businessman Donald Trump will be the winner of the Republican primary in his home state. It was a much-needed win for Trump, who was trying to regain momentum in his campaign after losses to Ted Cruz.
CBSN political contributers Rick Davis and Lynda Train join Real Clear Politics reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and CBS News senior politcal editor Steve Chaggaris to discuss what to expect in the final hours before NY polls close
CBSN political contributers Rick Davis and Lynda Train join Real Clear Politics reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and CBS News senior politcal editor Steve Chaggaris to discuss what to expect in the final hours before NY polls close.
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," offers more insight into both the Republican and Democratic races in the Empire State
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," offers more insight into both the Republican and Democratic races in the Empire State.
Donald Trump has a substantial lead in the polls on the Republican side of the New York primary
Donald Trump has a substantial lead in the polls on the Republican side of the New York primary. Trump is hoping a solid win in his home state will stop some of the bleeding of his campaign. Major Garrett reports.
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton cast her primary ballot in her home state of New York Tuesday, where she's competing with Bernie Sanders for 247 delegates
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton cast her primary ballot in her home state of New York Tuesday, where she's competing with Bernie Sanders for 247 delegates. Nancy Cordes has more.
Donald Trump continued to criticize the Republican party's primary rules, as RNC chairman Reince Priebus warned GOP leaders not to change them ahead of the convention
Donald Trump continued to criticize the Republican party's primary rules, as RNC chairman Reince Priebus warned GOP leaders not to change them ahead of the convention. Julianna Goldman reports.
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An earthquake with a seven magnitude struck Japan Friday afternoon, a day after a 6.5 quake hit the southern part of the country; Jameel McGee and former police officer Andrew Collins' lives became intertwined when Collins put McGee in jail for a crime he didn't commit
Bernie Sanders hopped on an overnight flight to Rome after Thursday night's debate for a visit at the Vatican
Bernie Sanders hopped on an overnight flight to Rome after Thursday night's debate for a visit at the Vatican. Sanders didn't meet Pope Francis, but was invited to speak at a relatively obscure conference -- which is now in the spotlight. Seth Doane has more.
The Democrats held their most passionate debate of the election season so far on Thursday night, with Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton hoping to make one last impression on New York voters before Tuesday's primary
The Democrats held their most passionate debate of the election season so far on Thursday night, with Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton hoping to make one last impression on New York voters before Tuesday's primary. Nancy Cordes was there.
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Iran launches attacks on Jordan and Bahrain as hostilities flare
U.S. forces launched new strikes Tuesday on targets connected to Iran's Revolutionary Guard, marking another round of attacks this week as the U.S. and Iran return to hostilities.
Tropical Storm Edouard makes landfall along Gulf Coast
Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall in Louisiana on Tuesday afternoon, and is also forecast to bring heavy rain to Texas, the National Hurricane Center said.
House votes to condemn socialism, with 8 Democrats joining Republicans
GOP leaders scheduled the vote after Democratic primary voters embraced a number of democratic socialist candidates.
Markey defeats Moulton in Massachusetts' Democratic primary for Senate
Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey has won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Massachusetts.
Here are the military officials who've been fired or resigned under Hegseth
At least 20 generals, admirals and civilian defense leaders have been fired or have departed their jobs since Pete Hegseth became defense secretary at the beginning of the second Trump administration.
Charlie Kirk's alleged killer will stand trial for aggravated murder, judge rules
Judge Tony Graff said prosecutors have enough evidence against Tyler Robinson to put the 23-year-old on trial on a charge that could see him face the death penalty.
House censures Rep. Chuck Edwards over "inappropriate conduct" toward aides
The House Ethics Committee detailed the North Carolina Republican's "unprofessional and inappropriate conduct" toward two young women who worked for him.
Police officer charged after fatally shooting student at wrong home
Upper Pottsgrove Police Cpl. Sean Farrell was charged with voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Glenwood Earl Pysher IV on Aug. 23, officials said.
How long could the Lindsay Clancy jury remain deadlocked?
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Defense attorney believes jury had "preconceived notions" in Tupac trial
Duane "Keffe D" Davis was convicted of first-degree murder nearly 30 years after the drive-by shooting that killed Tupac Shakur.
Tiger Woods to change not guilty plea in Florida DUI case, court records show
Court documents show that Tiger Woods plans to change his not guilty plea in a DUI case stemming from a rollover crash in Florida.
Charlie Kirk's alleged killer will stand trial for aggravated murder
Judge Tony Graf said prosecutors have enough evidence against Tyler Robinson to put the 23-year-old on trial on a charge that could see him face the death penalty.
How long could the Lindsay Clancy jury remain deadlocked?
Karen Read's first trial ended with a hung jury. Here's a look at how those deliberations played out as the Lindsay Clancy jury says it is deadlocked.
House censures Rep. Chuck Edwards over "inappropriate conduct" toward aides
The House Ethics Committee detailed the North Carolina Republican's "unprofessional and inappropriate conduct" toward two young women who worked for him.
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Trump says Venezuelan oil could replenish depleted U.S. stockpiles. Will it?
President Trump framed last week's deal for the U.S. government to take a stake in Venezuelan oil as a boon for the depleted Strategic Petroleum Reserve. But the plan faces some hurdles, experts say.
Rising bond yields threaten to push up U.S. borrowing costs
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Modest pay hikes next year could leave some workers lagging inflation
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Ford recalls nearly 149,000 Mustang vehicles over potential power issue
A potential wiring issue could lead to vehicles losing power or disruption of other functions, such as windshield wipers and headlights.
IRS audit revenue plunged following workforce reductions, watchdog finds
IRS audits collected $3.5 billion less in fiscal 2025 as the agency shed thousands of auditors and other agency staffers.
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Here are the military officials who've been fired or resigned under Hegseth
At least 20 generals, admirals and civilian defense leaders have been fired or have departed their jobs since Pete Hegseth became defense secretary at the beginning of the second Trump administration.
House censures Rep. Chuck Edwards over "inappropriate conduct" toward aides
The House Ethics Committee detailed the North Carolina Republican's "unprofessional and inappropriate conduct" toward two young women who worked for him.
House votes to condemn socialism, with 8 Democrats joining Republicans
GOP leaders scheduled the vote after Democratic primary voters embraced a number of democratic socialist candidates.
Trump says Venezuelan oil could replenish depleted U.S. stockpiles. Will it?
President Trump framed last week's deal for the U.S. government to take a stake in Venezuelan oil as a boon for the depleted Strategic Petroleum Reserve. But the plan faces some hurdles, experts say.
Congress passes funding bill to avoid shutdown before midterms
The House on Tuesday passed a measure to extend government funding into December, averting a shutdown in the final stretch of the midterm campaign.
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The market forces quietly adding thousands to patient bills
The true cost of "vertical integration": Patients directed to a higher-priced location for procedures. Or forced to buy from their insurer's wholly owned pharmacy, which may not stock the drug prescribed or provide it at the lowest price.
Trump inks deal with 9 pharmaceutical companies to lower drug costs
The White House said the agreements will reduce costs to treat Parkinson's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, liver disease and other illnesses.
Man with sinus infection symptoms diagnosed with heart condition
Marc Gaudisosi thought his symptoms were caused by a sinus infection. Then an urgent care told him to go to the hospital.
Juul can sell updated e-cigarette with age-verification system, FDA says
Juul plans to market the new device under the brand name Juul2, along with updated versions of its tobacco- and menthol-flavored cartridges.
2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany
Caused by parasites spread via Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can cause symptoms including nausea, headache and intense waves of fever and chills.
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Spain's leader says Russia and Israel fueled immigration "disinformation"
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says "networks linked both to Russia and to Israel" helped spread rumors about immigration "to attack Europe and divide it."
U.K. man accused of drugging, abusing wife with other men goes on trial
The case has drawn parallels to that of Gisèle Pelicot, who publicly testified against her ex-husband in a 2024 mass rape trial.
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American among thousands missing in Nepal contacted, officials say
Nepali officials tell CBS News they have contacted a U.S. national among the more than 4,000 people still missing in the wake of the deadly flash floods.
U.S.-Venezuela oil deal will rely on North American Blue Energy Partners
The Trump administration's plan to take a stake in tens of billions of barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves will hinge on a private company called North American Blue Energy Partners, the White House announced Monday.
Lionel Messi says he is retiring from the Argentina national soccer team
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
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Danielle Brooks on "If I Go Will They Miss Me"
Danielle Brooks sits down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new movie, "If I Go Will They Miss Me," and how being a mother and wife helped her in portraying the role.
Lionel Richie hospitalized after weekend show
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John Galliano's Met Gala exhibit canceled
John Galliano's exhibit for the 2027 Met Gala has been canceled after weeks of backlash over his past antisemitic and racist comments. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman reports.
Jury finds Davis guilty in 1996 murder of Tupac
A Las Vegas jury on Monday found Duane "Keffe D" Davis guilty in the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Closing arguments in Tupac Shakur murder trial
The jury heard closing arguments Monday in the trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, the man accused of orchestrating the shooting that killed rapper Tupac Shakur. Celebrity attorney Chris Melcher joins to discuss the case.
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What to expect from John Ternus as Apple CEO
John Ternus officially took over for Tim Cook as Apple CEO on Tuesday, becoming the tech giant's first new leader in 15 years. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports and CBS News contributor Patrick McGee breaks down what to expect.
John Ternus is Apple's new CEO
John Ternus is stepping up and into the shoes of former Apple CEO Tim Cook. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports, plus Puck AI correspondent Ian Krietzberg shares his thoughts on the Apple turnover and the Hugging Face AI breach.
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.
MapQuest hits No. 1 on App Store after refusing to rename Lake Ontario
MapQuest topped ChatGPT as Apple's most-downloaded free app after the digital mapping company said it would keep "historical, familiar" lake names.
Apple's new CEO takes over
John Ternus begins his tenure as Apple's new CEO on Tuesday, marking a historic shift for the company. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Defense attorney believes jury had "preconceived notions" in Tupac trial
Duane "Keffe D" Davis was convicted of first-degree murder nearly 30 years after the drive-by shooting that killed Tupac Shakur.
Robinson to stand trial in Kirk killing
A judge ruled Tuesday that accused Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson will stand trial in the killing of the late conservative activist, where he could face the death penalty.
Charlie Kirk's alleged killer will stand trial for aggravated murder
Judge Tony Graf said prosecutors have enough evidence against Tyler Robinson to put the 23-year-old on trial on a charge that could see him face the death penalty.
Duane Davis' attorney on his conviction
Michael Sanft, Duane "Keefe D" Davis' defense attorney, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his client's conviction for the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur and shares his concerns about the jury's "preconceived notions."
Officer charged in fatal student shooting
A 22-year-old college baseball player was gunned down in Pennsylvania last week after knocking on the wrong door. On Tuesday, a 58-year-old police corporal was charged with manslaughter. Tom Hanson reports.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
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NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Robinson to stand trial in Kirk killing
A judge ruled Tuesday that accused Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson will stand trial in the killing of the late conservative activist, where he could face the death penalty.
What to expect from John Ternus as Apple CEO
John Ternus officially took over for Tim Cook as Apple CEO on Tuesday, becoming the tech giant's first new leader in 15 years. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports and CBS News contributor Patrick McGee breaks down what to expect.
Duane Davis' attorney on his conviction
Michael Sanft, Duane "Keefe D" Davis' defense attorney, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his client's conviction for the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur and shares his concerns about the jury's "preconceived notions."
Marine veteran on Trump's Iran strategy
CBS News contributor Elliot Ackerman, a Marine Corps veteran, breaks down President Trump's military strategy as the U.S. launches new strikes over Iran's alleged interference with the passage of ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
House censures Chuck Edwards after Ethics probe
The House on Tuesday voted to censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina over "inappropriate conduct" toward aides. Edwards denies the allegations.