Rep. Keith Ellison denies abuse allegations from ex-girlfriend
Democrat from Minnesota denied the allegation of physical abuse; his campaign spokesperson also said the congressman didn't send threatening text messages
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Kavanaugh confirmation hearing date set
The Senate Judiciary Committee has set a date for the confirmation hearings of President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh. The hearings will begin on September 4th. CBSN political contributor, Boston Herald columnist, and politics editor for NHJournal.com, Michael Graham, joins CBSN to discuss expectations for the hearings, and the rest of the day's political headlines.
Democrats' hope of taking the House could hit roadblock in Minnesota
Could one of the bluest states stall Democrats' plan?
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stumps, fundraises across the nation
The 28-year-old liberal has been raising campaign cash in sold-out theaters, rubbing shoulders with leaders in the party and building an audience of 788,000 Twitter followers
Rashida Tlaib set to become the first Muslim woman elected to Congress
Tlaib won the Democratic nomination to run unopposed for the House seat long held by former Rep. John Conyers
Ohio Democratic Party chair on energy
Ohio's 12th Congressional district has been held by Republicans since the 1980s, but Democrats are targeting it as one of the seats they need to flip the House. Ohio Democratic Party chair David Pepper spoke to CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe about how Democratic energy is fueling the close race.
Ohio special election preview
Voters in Ohio's 12th district are heading to the polls Tuesday for a special election to replace retiring Congressman Pat Tiberi. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke to CBSN about what issues voters are focused on in the district.
Joe Biden launches "As You Are" initiative to promote LGBTQ acceptance
The campaign is aimed at promoting the importance of family acceptance of LGBTQ youth in America
"Tight" Ohio special election race could be preview of midterms
This isn't a place where Democrats should be competitive, and many analysts see this race as a possible preview of the midterm elections
Top 2020 Democrats missing in Iowa but working backchannel
The Iowa State Fair will feature a Democratic backbench of presidential hopefuls instead of the traditional marquee names
Author Marianne Williamson "looking into" 2020 presidential bid
The bestselling New Age author traveled to Iowa to look into a possible candidacy
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on West Coast fundraising tour
Ocasio-Cortez went from virtually unknown to a rising star in the Democratic Party virtually overnight
Democratic midterm wave is possible, but not guaranteed, says CBS News elections director
On "The Takeout" this week, CBS News' Anthony Salvanto characterizes 50 of the 435 congressional districts as competitive
Poll: Americans' view on tariffs, economy
A new CBS News Battleground Tracker Poll sheds light on how Americans feel about President Trump's handling of the economy and trade. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN with a look at the responses.
Rand Paul announces he'll support Brett Kavanaugh
On Monday, the Supreme Court nominee meets with Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin, who was one of three Democrats to back Trump's first Supreme Court nominee, Neil Gorsuch
Study: "Medicare for all" plan touted by Sanders to cost $32.6 trillion
The latest plan from the Vermont independent would require historic tax increases as government replaces what employers and consumers now pay for health care
Politics Roundup: Cohen, immigration, Pompeo
President Trump's attorney Michael Cohen claims the president knew about a controversial meeting between members of his campaign and Russians at Trump Tower in 2016. Also this week, the president defended his immigration policies on Twitter and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo testified in the Senate. Anne Gearan, White House correspondent for the Washington Post, joins CBSN to round up the week's political news.
Dem senator: Lawmakers targeted in "widespread" phishing attacks
"There has been one situation that we have turned over to authorities to look into, and we're hearing that this is widespread"
Sen. Claire McCaskill confirms unsuccessful Russian hacking attempt
The Missouri Democrat confirmed a Daily Beast report that Russia's GRU tried to break into her computer system last year
Report: Global democracy is in decline
A recent report suggests that despite more elections globally, democracy is on the decline. Larry Diamond, co-editor of the Journal of Democracy, joins CBSN to talk about how the world can stop this trend and foster more democracy.
Florida voters weigh in before midterms
CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe recently traveled to Miami to speak with four voters -- two Republicans, one Democrat and one independent -- ahead of the midterm elections. He joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss his conversation.
Commentary: Medicare for all? Abolish ICE? Maybe not
Centrists push back on far left agenda represented by Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders
Sanders: "We hear your pain" should be Dem message
Sen. Bernie Sanders spoke Friday with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan amid campaign trip through GOP-heavy Kansas
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez on their progressive push in deep-red states
One a longtime figure and the other a rising star in Democratic politics, they're trying to make waves in unlikely places
Trump Helsinki comments backlash
President Trump backtracked this week on the statements he made a press conference in Helsinki, where he appeared to accept Russian President Putin's claims that his country did not meddle in the 2016 U.S. election. The comments were criticized on both sides of the aisle, but White House press secretary Sarah Sanders announced Thursday that Putin has been invited to Washington in the fall. Politico reporter and "Politico Playbook" co-author Daniel Lippman joins CBSN to discuss.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Hurricane warning issued for western Hawaii as Lowell approaches
The National Hurricane Center posted a hurricane warning for western Hawaii's Kauai County as Hurricane Lowell moved toward the area as a Category 3 storm.
What's open and closed on Labor Day 2026? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
Armed man arrested for allegedly charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
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What's open and closed on Labor Day 2026? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
Gas prices at record high for any Labor Day, as diesel hits all-time record
The average price of regular gas was $4.15 a gallon on Labor Day, well above the Labor Day weekend record of $3.82 from 2012, and diesel was at a new all-time record of $5.90.
Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think.
Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Far-right AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of majority
Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.
Armed man arrested for allegedly charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
GOP conference chair says Miller is "our nominee right now" despite allegations
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."
Michigan Secretary of State says voters will "know the truth" about elections
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said she will ensure all eligible voters can submit ballots in the midterm elections, after a judge again blocked the Trump administration's mail-in voting order.
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What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
Dawn Jemison started dealing with pelvic pain as a preteen. It took decades to learn why — and to find a solution.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
25 years after 9/11, Taliban rules Afghanistan again, but with U.S. firepower
CBS News finds Taliban forces patrolling Kabul in American armored vehicles, wearing American tactical gear and carrying American weapons.
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Oil prices up as Iran says it will expand control over Strait of Hormuz
A top Iranian official says Tehran will impose an "exclusion zone" outside the Strait of Hormuz as it seeks to tighten its chokehold on tanker traffic.
Far-right AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of majority
Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro appears publicly after hospitalization
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has reappeared in public at a military event celebrating an army branch's anniversary.
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Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on NYC following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and producer Jane Rosenthal founded the Tribeca Film Festival as a way to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes and help revitalize a shattered city.
Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on New York City following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and his longtime business partner, producer Jane Rosenthal, looked for ways to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes. The Tribeca Film Festival, which debuted in 2002, has not only successfully launched a new generation of filmmakers; it has also helped revitalize the city in what De Niro called "an act of defiance." Tracy Smith talks with De Niro and Rosenthal about their festival's mission: to use art as an antidote to what they see as traumatic times facing America.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who recently left us, including two-time Grammy-winning jazz singer Cassandra Wilson.
9/6: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Looking back at 9/11; Robert De Niro on revitalizing Lower Manhattan; how Gander, Newfoundland responded to 9/11; postpartum psychosis; Gloria Steinem and the founding of Ms. Magazine; and the quest for the best burger.
"Come From Away": Transforming tragedy into art, darkness into light
Irene Sankoff and David Hein discuss their acclaimed musical about the residents of Gander, Newfoundland, who offered aid and comfort to 7,000 air passengers and crew members stranded in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks.
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Self-driving AI Uber put to the test
Leigh Kiniry tests out an autonomous, AI-powered Uber in London.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
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.
How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
U.S. Open embraces artificial intelligence
At this year's U.S. Open, live artificial intelligence insights are bringing the digital world to the court, reshaping the tournament experience. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten has the details.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
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.
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Detective says cruelty of woman's murder will "stay with me forever"
Lt. Dakota Black of the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office in Shawnee, Oklahoma, says the case of Makayla Meave, a missing teacher's aide, was one of the most heart-wrenching cases of her career.
A young mom was near death from lead poisoning. Who was trying to kill her?
Hannah Pettey, 22, a married mother of two from Alabama, suffered debilitating pain and lost more than 45 pounds as her health rapidly declined. Doctors suspected either her mother or her husband were trying to poison her.
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy trial
A judge in Massachusetts declared a mistrial in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, who killed her three young children, after jurors said for a third time they could not agree on a verdict.
Luxury brands' labor practices under scrutiny
Italian authorities are turning their attention to the luxury brands at the top of the fashion food chain after allegations of cheap labor and exploitation.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
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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
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
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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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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American farmers sell herds over high costs
American farmers are struggling with drought and high feed costs, leading to some selling their herds. Ian Lee reports.
Questions remain after Lindsay Clancy mistrial
The judge in the Lindsay Clancy case declared a mistrial Friday after jurors were unable to reach a verdict. Caroline Polisi reports.
Taliban remains in control of Afghanistan
Imtiaz Tyab reports on how the Taliban remains in control of Afghanistan 25 years after the 9/11 attacks with the help of American gear and machinery.
Trump calls Iran conflict "small potatoes"
President Trump called the Iran conflict "small potatoes" as war escalated between the two countries over the last two weeks. Taurean Small and Tom Hanson report.
Labor Day travel costs skyrocket
Millions of Americans are set to travel home on Monday as gas prices continue to climb. Lilia Luciano reports.