O'Malley could downsize campaign staff
The former Maryland governor is planning to shift most of his staff to early states
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Poll: Who won the second Democratic debate?
Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley met in Iowa for their second presidential debate Saturday night
Democratic debate: Sanders and O'Malley keep Clinton on defense
Democratic voters are largely satisfied with Clinton so far, but in the CBS News debate, her Democratic opponents tried to take her down a notch
Clinton says 2001 war authorization covers ISIS fight
Still, Congress should "update" the authorization, Clinton says in second Democratic debate
Poll: Hillary Clinton maintains lead among Democrats
Latest CBS News/ New York Times survey comes just days before the Democratic presidential candidates face off in their second debate
Guns grab focus ahead of Democratic forum in South Carolina
Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley appear at their first forum in South Carolina, where gun control will be a key point of contention
Bernie Sanders introduces bill to end federal ban on pot
He is staking out a position well beyond Democratic rival Hillary Clinton
What they're saying in Boulder about the debate
Citizens and students in the unabashedly liberal college town react as the GOP candidates battle over the U.S. economy
Social Media and the 2016 Election
How are voters following the campaign on Twitter and Facebook, and what impact can this have?
Reid, recalling dad's suicide, says we can't forget Newtown
Senate Majority Leader, on the push to strengthen gun laws after the Sandy Hook massacre, said, "The fight is not over, it's just beginning"
Boehner: "Maybe" I'll lose my job over immigration reform
House speaker said with a grin that "maybe" he'll lose his job if he brings a comprehensive immigration reform bill to the House floor without the backing of his conference
Immigration reform deal would flood border with patrol agents
Senate Republicans worked out a deal that includes a laundry list of border security measures. It could be a turning point in the battle over immigration reform
Congressional stalemate over farm bill
Analysis on why Congress did not pass the farm bill and what implications is has
Senate Democrats want path to citizenship for immigrants
Senate Democrats and Republicans are debating a new bill that could give immigrants a new path to citizenship
Immigration reform comes at a high cost
Senate to resume a debate on comprehensive immigration reform after Republicans hint at support
Pelosi: Extending current student loan rate the "wise way to go"
House minority leader says president's proposal and the House bill on student loan rates are "very different," advocates extension of current rate while differences are ironed out
Senate passes immigration overhaul with bipartisan support
The bill the Senate passed today attempts to tackle nearly every problem with the nation's outdated immigration system
Texas legislature passes controversial abortion bill
The Texas State Senate passed a bill containing sweeping new abortion restrictions, which Governor Rick Perry is expected to sign. Terrell Brown reports.
Democrats consider "nuclear option" on executive nominations
A showdown looms between Senate Democrats and Republicans over Majority Leader Harry Reid's proposal to change the process to approve the president's executive nominations. Jeff Pegues reports.
Nuclear option: Reid threatens controversial move
Majority leader Harry Reid is threatening to use a so-called "nuclear option." It would change the rules, making it easier to confirm President Obama's nominees for top White House jobs. Nancy Cordes reports.
White House, Congress prepare for more confrontation
President Obama prepares for showdown with congressional Republicans over crucial votes in the fall
Countdown to a debt ceiling debate, again
Congress will have nine workdays to resolve the federal budget gap
McCain crashes Obama's meeting with House and Senate Democrats
The president went to Capitol Hill yesterday to meet with Congressional Democrats
Jostling for support at the Jefferson-Jackson dinner
Six thousand Democrats are gathering for one of the key events of the Iowa campaign
Pelosi to GOP: Drop Obamacare repeal and we'll talk budget
House minority leader says she can supply Democratic votes for a budget deal, but not if defunding Obamacare is a prerequisite
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Iran war rages, Strait of Hormuz still blocked as Trump pushes for a deal
The Trump administration expects Iran's formal response to its 15-point peace proposal today, as Tehran continues blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
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DHS funding live updates as Johnson says House to vote on its plan, not Senate's
The pressure now shifts to the House to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown that has severely disrupted air travel in some major airports. Follow live updates.
Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash in Florida, authorities say
In 2021, Woods was seriously injured in a rollover crash in Rolling Hills Estates, a Los Angeles suburb.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email breached by hackers linked to Iran
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
Ethics panel finds most violations proven against Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick
The full committee will recommend sanctions for Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, after the House's April recess.
Colombian mayor says body found in search for missing U.S. flight attendant
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, 32, a U.S. citizen and North Texas resident, went missing Saturday evening after a night out with a fellow flight attendant.
Iran's response to U.S. peace proposal expected Friday, sources say
The Iranian response to the U.S.' 15-point peace proposal is expected on Friday, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shoots himself at airport
Police said a Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shot himself at Philadelphia International Airport.
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Artemis II astronauts arrive in Florida to prepare for launch to the moon
The Artemis II countdown will begin March 30, setting up a launch attempt on April 1 at 6:24 p.m. Eastern Time.
Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash in Florida, authorities say
In 2021, Woods was seriously injured in a rollover crash in Rolling Hills Estates, a Los Angeles suburb.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Colombian mayor says body found in search for missing U.S. flight attendant
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, 32, a U.S. citizen and North Texas resident, went missing Saturday evening after a night out with a fellow flight attendant.
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How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz blocked, and threatens another key waterway
Iran has a stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and as pressure mounts, it's threatened to target another vital Middle East shipping lane, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
Dow Jones index enters correction territory after five weeks of losses
Stocks suffered a fifth straight weekly loss as oil prices climbed and mixed signals on Iran raised fears about inflation and growth.
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Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
Iran's response to U.S. peace proposal expected Friday, sources say
The Iranian response to the U.S.' 15-point peace proposal is expected on Friday, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email breached by hackers linked to Iran
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
Ethics panel finds most violations proven against Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick
The full committee will recommend sanctions for Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, after the House's April recess.
Epstein survivors sue government, Google over release of personal info
The Justice Department has made public millions of pages from its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
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U.S. appears to drop anti-tank mines in Iranian village, analysts say
Iranian state media reported that "explosive packages" slightly larger than tuna cans had been dropped by aircraft over the area. U.S. Central Command declined to comment.
Why seizing Iran's nuclear stockpile would be "one of the riskiest" missions
Seizing the highly enriched uranium would be more difficult and complex than anything U.S. Special Operations forces have ever attempted, military experts told CBS News.
Colombian mayor says body found in search for missing U.S. flight attendant
Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, 32, a U.S. citizen and North Texas resident, went missing Saturday evening after a night out with a fellow flight attendant.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz blocked, and threatens another key waterway
Iran has a stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and as pressure mounts, it's threatened to target another vital Middle East shipping lane, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
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Billy Idol on his career highs and lows
Rockstar Billy Idol spoke to Anthony Mason about how he broke into music, why he says he's lucky to be alive and what it's like to be a grandparent.
How "Love Story" has captivated audiences
The finale of the FX series "Love Story" aired Thursday and has captivated audiences as it follows the romance between John F. Kennedy. Jr. and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy. The limited series focuses on well-documented moments in the couple's lives, but fills in the rest with fiction. It has also received some backlash. Adriana Diaz reports.
Savannah Guthrie on mom's disappearance
Savannah Guthrie is speaking out about her mom's disappearance as she prepares to return to the "Today" show. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Netflix raises its subscription prices for the second time in 2 years
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie is returning to "Today" show on April 6, NBC says
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
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Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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.
What jobs are most at risk from AI
New research from the Society of Human Resource Management shows which regions and jobs are most at risk from artificial intelligence. Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of SHRM, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
Why this week's social media verdicts could hold tech giants to account
Experts say the rulings could expose tech companies to more litigation and pressure them to make changes to their apps.
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Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
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Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash
Tiger Woods was charged with driving under the influence after a car crash in Jupiter, Florida, on Friday, authorities announced during a news conference. CBS News' Anna Schecter joins with more.
Loyola student murder suspect attends hearing
The man suspected in the murder of Loyola University freshman Sheridan Gorman had his detention hearing on Friday. CBS News reporter Ash-har Quraishi has the details.
Judge hears arguments in Fulton County case
A federal judge is hearing arguments on the Fulton County case involving alleged voting irregularities during the 2020 election. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
Judge denies Maduro's move to dismiss charges
A federal judge ruled against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's request to have charges against him dismissed. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shoots himself at PHL
Police said a Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden accidentally shot and injured himself at Philadelphia International Airport.
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Artemis II astronauts arrive in Florida to prepare for launch to the moon
The Artemis II countdown will begin March 30, setting up a launch attempt on April 1 at 6:24 p.m. Eastern Time.
Artemis II crew arrives at Kennedy Space Center
The countdown is on for NASA's return to the moon. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports on the upcoming Artemis II launch from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
In a first, scientists observe a comet reversing its spin
The comet originated in the outer solar system and visits the inner solar system every 5.4 years.
Fireball captured on video as meteor streaks across Pacific Northwest sky
As the number of people with cameras on their dashboards and doorbells has grown, so have reports of such sightings.
NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
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Examining prospects of ground action in Iran
As negotiations between the Trump administration and Iran continue, American troops are flowing to the Middle East. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins "The Takeout" to assess the state of the war.
Wasserman Schultz: GOP "bear hugging the shutdown"
House Speaker Mike Johnson said the lower chamber will vote Friday on its own plan to end the partial government shutdown, rather than the Senate-approved bill. Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida joins "The Takeout" with her reaction.
House GOP balks at Senate-passed funding bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson refused to take up a Senate-passed funding bill on Friday since it did not include money for immigration enforcement, likely prolonging the 42-day partial shutdown. CBS News' Taurean Small and Olivia Rinaldi have the latest.
Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash
Tiger Woods was charged with driving under the influence after a car crash in Jupiter, Florida, on Friday, authorities announced during a news conference. CBS News' Anna Schecter joins with more.
Where does Nancy Guthrie's case stand?
"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is planning to return to the air in early April, days after an emotional interview revealed new details about the crime scene. CBS News' Anna Schecter discusses the case.