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2021 Election Results: GOP celebrates Youngkin's win in Virginia
In New Jersey, incumbent Governor Phil Murphy narrowly won reelection, CBS News projected Wednesday.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy wins reelection
Governor Phil Murphy has won the gubernatorial race in New Jersey, CBS News predicts. He defeated Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli to become the first Democratic governor to win reelection since 1977. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the latest.
N.J. Governor Murphy speaks with race too close to call
Incumbent New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy addressed a crowd from his campaign headquarters just after midnight Wednesday. He has not yet locked down what was expected to be a relatively easy win in the New Jersey gubernatorial race.
Youngkin pledges to "reestablish excellence in our schools"
Republican Glenn Youngkin defeated Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe to become the next Virginia governor. In a speech early Wednesday morning, the businessman spoke about reforming the commonwealth's schools, taxes and parole board. Watch his remarks.
Technical issues reported at New Jersey polls
Polls have closed in the New Jersey governor's race between Governor Phil Murphy and Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" from the Garden State with more.
Eric Adams speaks after projected win
Democrat Eric Adams is the winner of the New York City mayor's race, CBS News projects. In his acceptance speech, the former police officer pledged to be a mayor for all of the city's residents when he takes office on January 1. Watch his remarks here.
Eric Adams projected winner in NYC mayor race
Democrat Eric Adams is the projected winner of the New York City mayoral race, defeating Republican Curtis Sliwa. CBS New York's chief political correspondent Marcia Kramer joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the race.
Early results from Virginia governor race
Polls have closed in Virginia, and votes are beginning to come in for Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin. According to exit polls, education, economy and taxes were the top issues for voters. CBS News' director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the latest.
Key issues in two governor's races
On Election Day, most eyes are on the close governor's race in Virginia between former Democratic Governor Terry McAuliffe and first-time Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin. In New Jersey, voters will decide whether to give Democratic Governor Phil Murphy a second term or go with former Republican Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster join CBSN to discuss the campaigns.
Virginia voters cast ballots for governor
Democrat and former Governor Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin are neck-and-neck in the polls and each trying to appeal to voters on national issues. Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss this closely watched race.
New Jersey governor's race focuses on turnout
The governor's race in New Jersey is one of the country's most watched Election Day contests. Incumbent Democratic Governor Phil Murphy is facing off against Republican Jack Ciattarelli, and the pair spent Monday rallying voters across the state as turnout becomes a key factor in the high-profile race. Brent Johnson, a political reporter for New Jersey Advance Media, joins CBSN AM to discuss.
All eyes on governor's races in two states
Two of the most closely watched races on Election Day are gubernatorial contests in New Jersey and Virginia. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne, a Democratic strategist, and Matt Gorman, a Republican strategist and vice president of Targeted Victory, join CBSN AM to discuss.
New Jersey and Virginia prepare for tight gubernatorial races
Tuesday's elections for governor in New Jersey and Virginia being closely watched as a litmus test for next year's midterm elections. Elise Preston spoke with CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster and Virginia Public Radio reporter Michael Pope about the elections in both states as the candidates finish their final push.
Virginia and New Jersey ready for gubernatorial races
CBS News senior political correspondent Ed O'Keefe breaks down the latest ahead of Election Day this Tuesday.
Incumbent Byron Brown leads in Buffalo's mayor race
The race for mayor in Buffalo, New York, is heating up with just days left until Election Day. Incumbent Democratic mayor Byron Brown is vying for a fifth term as the leader of New York's second largest city. But he's running as a write-in candidate, after losing the primary election in June to Democratic Socialist India Walton. Chris Horvatits, a reporter for CBS Buffalo affiliate WIBV-TV, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the race.
Tight race as Virginia elects a new governor
Virginia voters will choose between former governor Terry McAuliffe, a Democrat, and businessman Glenn Youngkin, a Republican, in the state's governor's race. CBS News Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports and Virginia Public Radio reporter Michael Pope joins CBSN to discuss this closely watched race.
Tight race for governor in Virginia
Election day is fast approaching and it looks like it will be an uphill battle for both sides to win the Virginia governor's seat. Voters will choose between former governor Terry McAuliffe and businessman Glenn Youngkin. A recent CBS News poll shows the candidates running neck and neck. CBS News Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports and Virginia Public Radio reporter Michael Pope joins CBSN to discuss this closely watched race.
Close governor's race in Virginia
The governor's race in Virginia is tightening with less than two weeks to go before Election Day. The latest FiveThirtyEight poll shows former Governor Terry McAuliffe, the Democratic nominee, with a three-point lead over Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin. Sarah Robinson with the CBS affiliate in Charlottesville, Virginia, joins CBSN to discuss the race.
Prominent Democrats stump for McAuliffe in Virginia
Some of the Democratic Party's most prominent names are hitting the campaign trail for Terry McAuliffe in the Virginia governor's race this weekend. Polling shows him in a statistical dead heat with his Republican opponent Glenn Youngkin. The results will have sweeping implications for both Democrats and the GOP. Antjuan Seawright, a CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist, and Kevin Sheridan, former spokesperson for the Republican National Committee, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest in the race.
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Trump rejects 7-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran had presented a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and return to negotiations for a lasting end to the war.
Iranian President Pezeshkian talks about proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
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The story behind the first CIA officers in Afghanistan after 9/11
Twenty-five years ago, a Soviet-designed helicopter crossed the mountains of Afghanistan with the first CIA officers sent into the country after 9/11, the opening move in what would later become America's longest war.
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U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
Nor'easter brings powerful winds, severe flooding to the East Coast
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has canceled flights, concerts and sporting events.
OpenAI agent accessed government website data after going rogue, company reveals
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
4 American tourists dead after building explosion in Greece
The mayor of Athens said the explosion was likely caused by a gas leak.
Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in spending, a move some lawmakers called illegal
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
Hurricane Nolo could cause "catastrophic" flooding in Hawaii, forecasters warn
A hurricane watch is in effect for Hawaii County due to the storm, which could dump up to 3 feet of rain on Hawaii's Big Island.
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OpenAI agent accessed government website data after going rogue, company reveals
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
Twin doctors who grew up in poverty returned to their hometown to co-run an ER
Drs. Travan and Travis Jasper, identical twins, are co-directors of the emergency department at Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, Virginia, the city where they grew up in poverty.
Nor'easter brings powerful winds, severe flooding to the East Coast
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has canceled flights, concerts and sporting events.
Supreme Court again blocks Missouri's new House map that favored GOP
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned decision that ordering Missouri to restore its 2025 map "would usher in electoral chaos."
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TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
How GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are changing fast-food menus
Chipotle, McDonald's and Shake Shack are among the restaurant chains revamping their menus as more consumers go on weight-loss drugs.
Ready or not, here come the AI gadgets, from "charms" to smart speakers
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
Facebook found liable for deceiving users in Cambridge Analytica case
The two-week trial in New Mexico centered on accusations Facebook deceived users about a data breach.
Soaring U.S. diesel prices slam local communities as fuel costs surge
The surge in diesel prices this year is putting a financial squeeze on schools, farms and small businesses around the U.S.
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The story behind the first CIA officers in Afghanistan after 9/11
Twenty-five years ago, a Soviet-designed helicopter crossed the mountains of Afghanistan with the first CIA officers sent into the country after 9/11, the opening move in what would later become America's longest war.
Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in spending, a move some lawmakers called illegal
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
Transcript: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian airing on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
Iranian President Pezeshkian talks about proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also a physician, says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
Supreme Court again blocks Missouri's new House map that favored GOP
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned decision that ordering Missouri to restore its 2025 map "would usher in electoral chaos."
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Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
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Fears of serial killer rise in South Africa after body of 10th woman found
Police have identified similarities in some of the killings but said they had not found conclusive evidence that the same person or people were responsible.
Massive crowd of worshippers in France attend Mass during Pope Leo visit
The Vatican estimated that 800,000 people came out for the Mass.
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4 American tourists dead after building explosion in Greece
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Transcript: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian airing on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
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Karina Rykman plays "Shoegaze Summer"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Shoegaze Summer."
Karina Rykman plays "Easy, Rider"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Easy, Rider."
Karina Rykman plays "Late Checkout"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with title track "Late Checkout."
Stavros Halkias is "kind of a comedy nerd"
Comedian Stavros Halkias speaks with Nate Burleson about his latest standup special, his hit show "Tires," his role in the Anthony Bourdain biopic, "Tony," and more.
Highlights magazine celebrates 80 years
For decades, children have sent Highlights magazine their drawings, poems, questions and concerns. Now Highlights is turning 80. We took a look back at the beloved magazine's history.
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FAA rolls out new AI flight software
The Federal Aviation Administration is rolling out new air traffic control software that uses artificial intelligence as a prediction tool. This comes as more than half of Americans worry that AI models could act on their own to cause harm, accord to a CBS News survey. Kris Van Cleave has the story.
Pope Leo visits France
Pope Leo XIV traveled to France, the first papal visit in nearly 20 years. Chris Livesay 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.
TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
Court sides with Pentagon in Anthropic case
The growing concerns over the safety of artificial intelligence and the speed of its development have many calling for government regulation. Recently, President Trump said he plans to appoint an adviser and create an AI force. J.B. Branch, director of federal AI governance and technology policy at Public Citizen, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Tasia Fortune's hanging was "staged" after her death, police say
Authorities haven't disclosed the exact cause of Fortune's death, but they did rule it a homicide and have arrested two men.
Latest in trial of "American Idol" contestant
Former "American Idol" contestant and music pastor Caleb Flynn stands accused of murdering his wife. His former mistress, Alleigha Botner, testified in the trial. CBS News' Ian Lee has more details.
Minnesota sailor returns from USS Lincoln duty to find apartment ransacked
A Minnesota native who had been serving aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln for nearly 10 months came home to an upsetting surprise.
Pittsburgh doctor killed while he slept remembered as "a true angel on Earth"
Dr. Idris Evans, the Pittsburgh doctor killed in a violent home invasion, is being remembered for his kindness and compassion.
"American Idol" alum's ex-mistress testifies
Former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn is on trial for allegedly killing his wife and staging an elaborate crime scene. Flynn's former mistress testified at the trial. Ian Lee has the latest details.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
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.
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Karina Rykman plays "Shoegaze Summer"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Shoegaze Summer."
Karina Rykman plays "Easy, Rider"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Easy, Rider."
Karina Rykman plays "Late Checkout"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with title track "Late Checkout."
The Dish: Fabio Trabocchi
Chef Fabio Trabocchi has won a James Beard Award for his culinary prowess. His flagship restaurant Fiola holds a Michelin star. Ed O'Keefe joins Trabocchi for lunch.