7 Pennsylvania counties to wait until after election to count mail ballots
In total, the counties account for over 550,000 registered voters.
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Discounted e-scooter rides offered to polls
Many ride-hailing services are helping people get to the polls on Election Day by offering discounted rides. Derrick Ko, CEO and co-founder of the electric scooter company Spin, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss how transportation is an important factor for turning out votes.
The final push before Election Day
CBS News elections and surveys director, Anthony Salvanto, has a preview of the final battleground tracker poll before Election Day. He'll also share what record-breaking early voting might mean for the race.
Four days to go until Election Day
With four days to go until Election Day, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett discusses the candidates' closing arguments to voters, what's at stake in Florida and each campaign's strategy to get to 270 electoral college votes.
Ex-DNI director on Russia and election security
As Election Day draws nearer, senior intelligence officials are warning that Americans may be most vulnerable to misinformation in the days after November 3. “CBS Evening News” anchor Norah O'Donnell spoke to former Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats about election security.
Amid tensions, Walmart pulls guns from shelves
Walmart has removed firearms and ammunition from store shelves as a precautionary measure, amid concerns about possible unrest surrounding the election. Axios Business managing editor Jennifer Kingson joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details.
2 Pennsylvania counties won't count mail ballots until after Election Day
Butler and Cumberland County election officials say their staffs are too small to tally mail ballots at the same time they're running an election.
Millions of absentee ballots remain unreturned
As Election Day looms, volunteers continue going door to door to reach the millions of voters who asked for a mail-in ballot, but have not returned it. Janet Shamlian reports.
Young voters describe why guns are a big issue for them
Lauren Ethredge, 26, and Ramon Contreras, 21, describe why guns are a big issue for them heading into Election Day. "The Deciders," a CBS News special on America's changing electorate, airs Friday, October 30 at 9 p.m. ET on CBS.
Candidates campaign in battleground states
President Trump, Democratic nominee Joe Biden and their running mates are ramping up campaign appearances with less than a week to go until Election Day. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with the latest updates from the campaign trail.
Trump, Biden make final campaign push
With more than 71 million ballots already cast, the Trump and Biden campaigns are making their last attempts to woo voters. Both teams made more than 10 stops in 10 states Tuesday. Ed O'Keefe breaks down how the candidates are looking in the battleground state of Georgia.
Senate adjourns without passing COVID bill before Election Day
The Senate has adjourned until November 9, making it unlikely that Congress will pass a relief bill ahead of the election.
Biden campaigns in Georgia a week before election
With Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden campaigning in Georgia seven days before Election Day, Democrats are hoping they can flip the state for the first time since 1992. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Nearly 70 million votes cast in record early turnout
As we mark the final week before Election Day, some states are seeing record-setting numbers of ballots cast by early voters. Major Garrett reports.
What to expect on election night
CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto breaks down each candidate's path to the presidency and how projecting a winner will be different this election.
SCOTUS rules Wisconsin ballots must be received by Election Day
Wisconsin is one of about 30 states that require absentee ballots be received by Election Day to be counted.
Presidential election just one week away
This week, the presidential nominees are making their final stops in battleground states around the country with just seven days to go until Election Day. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Judge Amy Coney Barrett sworn in as Supreme Court justice
At an outdoor White House ceremony late Monday, Judge Amy Coney Barrett was sworn in by Justice Clarence Thomas after the Senate approved her nomination. She is President Trump's choice to fill the vacancy left behind by Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Watch part of the ceremony here.
Amy Coney Barrett confirmed to Supreme Court
The Senate confirmed Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court on Monday just days before Election Day, solidifying the conservative majority on the court as it is set to consider several high-profile cases in the coming months. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Alan Jenkins of Harvard Law School joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with analysis.
Over 62 million early votes tallied already
More than 62 million early votes have been tallied, already with a little over a week left until Election Day, and the figure tops all early votes cast in 2016. Ed O'Keefe reports.
The pivotal post-Election Day dates you need to know
Long after the "I voted" stickers go into the trash, there are a series of deadlines outlined in federal law and the Constitution that dictate what happens between Election Day and the inauguration.
White House's conflicting messages on COVID
The Trump administration is delivering conflicting messages about fighting the coronavirus pandemic, with only eight days to go until Election Day. CBSN political contributor and AP White House reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN to talk about the latest.
Why not make Election Day a national holiday?
Voting advocates support it, but election experts say getting the day off isn't the right approach to bolster turnout.
Right-wing militias threatening 2020 election?
According to a Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project report, there is a risk that armed right-wing militia groups may be a source of violence on Election Day — and beyond. Former Department of Homeland Security adviser Charles Marino joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss at the states most at risk and why.
The 2020 presidential election reaches the home-stretch
With just over a week to go until Election Day on November 3, "60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson joins "CBS Sunday Morning" with thoughts on what to consider when casting your ballot.
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Iran dismisses Trump's "economic D-Day" threat as more "failed policies"
Iran has shrugged off President Trump's threat to hit the Islamic Republic with an "economic D-Day" as a "doubling down on failed policies."
North Korea launches missiles as Trump seeks to rekindle nuclear talks
Hours after the president said he expects to hold new talks with Kim Jong Un, South Korea and Japan said several short-range missiles were launched by the North.
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He spied for the U.S. in the war on terror. Now ICE wants to deport him.
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
ICE, Iran quietly worked together on deporting Iranians to Iran, emails show
U.S. immigration officials worked with Iran to deport more than 100 Iranians to Iran in 2025, newly released emails show, revealing a working relationship between them despite tensions mounting at the time.
Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to U.K.
The couple said in January 2020 that they would be stepping away from "senior" royal roles and were working to become financially independent from the royal family.
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Pentagon officials considering firing Stars and Stripes publisher, sources say
Max Lederer, who has served as the publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years, this week announced to colleagues his decision to retire on Sept. 30, citing fundamental differences with the Trump administration.
National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
5 Americans among 7 people killed in Kenya helicopter crash
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, who worked for CBS Miami in the 1990s, was among those killed in the crash.
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Pilot killed as small plane, state police helicopter collide in Pennsylvania
One person was killed and two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were injured when a small plane and a state police helicopter collided in central Pennsylvania, authorities said.
How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
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He spied for the U.S. in the war on terror. Now ICE wants to deport him.
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
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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Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
Bond market sell-off threatens to drive up loan costs
The yield on the 30-year Treasury this week hit its highest level since 2007, a rise that could put upward pressure on borrowing costs.
Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
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Iran dismisses Trump's "economic D-Day" threat as more "failed policies"
Iran has shrugged off President Trump's threat to hit the Islamic Republic with an "economic D-Day" as a "doubling down on failed policies."
ICE, Iran quietly worked together on deporting Iranians to Iran, emails show
U.S. immigration officials worked with Iran to deport more than 100 Iranians to Iran in 2025, newly released emails show, revealing a working relationship between them despite tensions mounting at the time.
Exclusive
Pentagon officials considering firing Stars and Stripes publisher, sources say
Max Lederer, who has served as the publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years, this week announced to colleagues his decision to retire on Sept. 30, citing fundamental differences with the Trump administration.
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He spied for the U.S. in the war on terror. Now ICE wants to deport him.
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
Michael Cohen, Trump's fixer-turned-nemesis, says he'll interview former boss
"This is the first public conversation between the president and myself in eight years," said Cohen.
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How Moderna's melanoma mRNA vaccine could fight deadliest skin cancer
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
Melanoma vaccine shows promising results
An experimental melanoma vaccine could reduce the risk of the cancer returning or spreading for some high-risk patients. It's personalized for each patient and optimized using artificial intelligence. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
Publix frozen blueberry recall upgraded to highest health risk level
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
She's lived through unimaginable grief. Her advice: "Reach for the joy."
Author and grief coach Kate Doerge joined Norah O'Donnell for a candid talk about coping with grief.
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Famed century-old ship "Sava's Titanic" emerges amid drought in Europe
The boat was carrying wounded fighters when it hit a German mine in late April 1945, experts say.
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Iran dismisses Trump's "economic D-Day" threat as more "failed policies"
Iran has shrugged off President Trump's threat to hit the Islamic Republic with an "economic D-Day" as a "doubling down on failed policies."
North Korea launches missiles as Trump seeks to rekindle nuclear talks
Hours after Trump said he expects to hold new talks with Kim Jong Un, South Korea and Japan said several short-range missiles were launched by the North.
Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to U.K.
The couple said in January 2020 that they would be stepping away from "senior" royal roles and were working to become financially independent from the royal family.
5 Americans among 7 people killed in Kenya helicopter crash
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, who worked for CBS Miami in the 1990s, was among those killed in the crash.
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"Recess Therapy" host on embracing kid behavior
Julian Shapiro-Barnum is known for his conversations with kids on his series "Recess Therapy." He tells "CBS Mornings" why he thinks adults need to act more childish and embrace some behaviors of children.
Isla Fisher talks "Spa Weekend"
Isla Fisher gives an inside look at the new film, "Spa Weekend," how it highlights the importance of female friendships and how the star-studded cast connected.
Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Panettiere was with on-and-off boyfriend when she died, police report says
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Madonna leads 2026 MTV VMAs with 11 nominations
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
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AI companies buying up books: 404 Media
Some used and independent bookstores have reported unexpectedly large book orders and suspect that the books are being scanned to train AI models and then destroyed. As part of a new investigative report, 404 Media put a tracking device in a book to see where it'd end up. Emanuel Maiberg, a journalist and co-founder at 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss.
Former Meta engineer testifies in fed trial
Wendy Sheehan Donnell, editor-in-chief of PCMag, joins CBS News to discuss the latest in the tech world as a former Meta engineer takes the stand in the company's landmark federal trial for allegedly causing children to become addicted to its products.
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.
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
OpenAI launches updated ChatGPT for teens
OpenAI is launching a newer version of its teen-friendly ChatGPT platform. Rebecca Bellan, a senior reporter for TechCrunch, joins with more details on its tools.
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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.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Woman missing after husband found dead
Police in Massachusetts are looking for Karen Solomon, a woman whose husband was found dead at their home. Police have said she is "presumed to be armed and dangerous." CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more.
Manhunt for wife of police officer found dead
A search is underway in Massachusetts for a 58-year-old woman considered armed and dangerous whose police officer husband was found dead Tuesday. Lilia Luciano has the latest developments.
Psychologist who treated Clancy testifies
Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts woman on trial for killing her three children in 2023, has pleaded not guilty, citing her own struggle with postpartum psychosis. On Wednesday, a psychologist who treated Clancy after the killings testified about her state of mind the night of the tragedy. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Moving pillowcase leads to discovery of reptiles in car seized at border
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Details emerge on Tupac's murder
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who is accused of orchestrating the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, is back in court for the third day of his trial as more details emerge on the potential motive behind the fatal shooting. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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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.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
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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.
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.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Is the Wealth Gap Shrinking?
Is the wealth gap really closing in America? Jill and Mark dig into new data suggesting the divide between higher and lower-income Americans may be narrowing. Then, they respond to commenters who took issue with their takedown of Jeremy Grantham's warning to ditch U.S. stocks and revisit Jill's experience predicting the dot-com bubble before it burst. Plus: TikTok's viral "recession indicators" might be a joke, but what should you actually do to prepare for an economic downturn?
How parents can protect kids from AI porn
AI "nudify" apps can turn an innocent photo into an X-rated image with just a few swipes, posing a risk to students as they return to school. Michelle DeLaune, president and CEO of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, shares ways parents can protect their children.
Thousands without power in Indiana
Over a week after a storm knocked out power to several towns in Indiana, thousands are still living without electricity and struggling to get warm meals. CBS News Chicago's Sabrina Franza reports.
Inside the investigation into Mark Walter
Billionaire Mark Walter moved to sell the Los Angeles Lakers last week for a record $12.5 billion just 14 months after purchasing the team as he faces a federal investigation. Melody Gutierrez, senior investigative reporter at The Athletic, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Army offering Grand Theft Auto leave
A U.S. Army unit based in Georgia is offering soldiers four days of leave to play Grand Theft Auto IV when it's released in November as a way to incentivize reenlistments. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.