11/2: Red and Blue
Election night 2021 is underway across U.S.; Eric Adams and Curtis Silwa vie for NYC mayoral seat
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New York to impose new gun laws
New York state will enforce new gun laws starting Sept. 1, which include designating Times Square as a gun-free zone. CBS News' Michael George and Tanya Rivero speak with New York City Council member Erik Bottcher about what will change under the new regulations, and what more can be done.
Abbott pledges to continue bussing migrants
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has already bussed more than 8,000 migrants from the southern border to New York City, Washington, D.C., and other sanctuary cities outside Texas. New York City Mayor Eric Adams says Abbott is playing politics with people's lives. Michael George has the details.
NYC mayor blasts Texas governor as migrants arrive
There's a growing political battle between Texas and the mayors of New York City and Washington, D.C., after Gov. Greg Abbott began busing thousands of migrants to both cities. It's part of the Republican governor's effort to criticize the Biden administration's immigration policy. Nancy Chen has the latest.
Migrants bused to New York and D.C. caught in political battle
The Texas governor has bused thousands of migrants to New York City and Washington, D.C., since April.
NYC mayor blasts Texas gov. over busing migrants
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is criticizing Texas Gov. Greg Abbott over the busing of migrants to his city. Dozens of migrants from South and Central America have arrived in Manhattan since Friday, straining resources.
New Yorkers reject voting rights expansion
New York voters rejected three ballot measures last week focused on expansion of voting rights and changes to the state’s political redistricting process. Rachel Holliday Smith, senior reporter for The City, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss why the proposals were voted down.
2 killed after boat capsizes in Hudson River
Two people died after a boat capsized in the Hudson River in the waters just off of Manhattan, New York City officials said. One of the victims was a 7-year-old boy. Watch officials give an update on the incident.
Bulldozer destroys dozens of illegal motorbikes during NYC mayor's press conference
Mayor Eric Adams gave a press conference at an auto pound in Brooklyn this week, as a bulldozer pulverized a pile of confiscated dirt bikes and ATVs behind him.
Eric Adams: The 60 Minutes Interview
He's called himself "the face of the new Democratic Party." New York City Mayor Eric Adams talks to Anderson Cooper.
How Eric Adams plans to turn NYC around
NYC Mayor Eric Adams says he has a plan to turn around the city after COVID upended New Yorkers’ lives and with major crime up 43% from last year. The mayor doesn’t think the recent subway shooting means the city is headed in the wrong direction. https://cbsn.ws/3L8ybkq
NYC mayoral lightning round with Eric Adams
In a lightning round, Mayor Adams tells Anderson Cooper the first words that come to his mind regarding former NYC mayors David Dinkins, Michael Bloomberg and Ed Koch. https://cbsn.ws/3rPSFXv
ICYMI: A look back at Sunday's 60 Minutes
FBI Director Christopher Wray talks with Scott Pelley; Examining the documents seized from Osama bin Laden's compound; NYC Mayor Eric Adams on reducing crime and the city's COVID recovery
New York City’s vaccine mandate will remain
New York City Mayor Eric Adams told Anderson Cooper that his administration will continue to mandate city employees get vaccinated for COVID-19.
Eric Adams’ tax returns
New York City Mayor Eric Adams told Anderson Cooper, “I am so proud of how much I pay in taxes to this city.”
Future New York City COVID shutdowns
New York City Mayor Eric Adams told Anderson Cooper “we have to remain vigilant” about COVID-19 but the city has tools combat the virus.
Crime in New York City
New York City Mayor Eric Adams tells Anderson Cooper that “perception is as powerful as the reality” when it comes to safety in the city.
The top issues on NYC Mayor Eric Adams' mind
New York City Mayor Eric Adams tells Anderson Cooper, "public safety is a prerequisite to prosperity."
Eric Adams on crime, COVID restrictions, and his self-described "swagger"
He's called himself "the face of the new Democratic party." New York City Mayor Eric Adams talks to 60 Minutes.
Eric Adams | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Sunday, the New York City mayor talks with Anderson Cooper about how he intends to tackle the daunting challenges now facing the city, including police reform, economic recovery, the rise in crime, and new COVID outbreaks.
NYC mayor honors Brooklyn subway attack heroes
New York City Mayor Eric Adams honored transit workers who came to the rescue during the Brooklyn subway shooting. Mola Lenghi has the latest.
Subway shooting person of interest identified
Police have identified Frank R. James, 62, as a person of interest in the Brooklyn subway shooting. According to police, 10 people were shot and another 13 people were injured when a gunman opened fire. Watch officials give an update.
Mayor Eric Adams on Brooklyn subway shooting
New York City Mayor Eric Adams tells Norah O'Donnell what law enforcement knows about the suspect in the Brooklyn subway shooting and what he is doing to make commuters feel safe.
New York mayor calls for federal help to fight gun crime
New York Mayor Eric Adams says the city needs more help from the federal government to keep guns off the streets.
Violent crime spikes nationwide
The fatal shooting of a 12-year-old boy in New York City is underscoring the rise in violent crime in some of the biggest cities in the U.S. Nancy Chen reports.
Sen. Lindsey Graham dies after "brief and sudden illness"
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator, who was reportedly scheduled to do an interview on Sunday.
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U.S. conducts another round of retaliatory strikes on Iran, Pentagon says
U.S. forces conducted their third round of strikes on Iran this week, this time in retaliation for an attack on a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, the Pentagon said.
Margaret Brennan: I spoke with Lindsey Graham a day before he died
Fierce Ukraine supporter Lindsey Graham passed away Saturday on the heels of his tenth trip to the warzone, and at a key moment for one of the Republican senator's proudest accomplishments.
How white supremacists staged the only successful coup in U.S. history
In 1898, Wilmington, N.C., was prosperous and integrated. But white supremacists took back control of the city's multi-racial government at gunpoint, and killed scores of Black residents - a little-known story retold in Lauren Collins' "They Stole a City."
New York Times journalists issued subpoenas over Air Force One reporting
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
High energy costs from Iran war heighten pressure on struggling farmers
As the agriculture industry in Louisiana contends with major energy cost hikes brought on by the Iran war, some farmers are unsure if their businesses will survive.
New Jersey works to destroy firefighting foam laced with cancer-linked PFAS
New Jersey is one of more than a dozen states that are working to collect, remove and destroy all of their aqueous film-forming foam.
Seahawks sold to 49ers minority owner for record $9.6 billion
The Seattle Seahawks are being sold to the Khosla family in accordance with the wishes of late team owner Paul Allen, the team announced on Saturday.
Sen. Scott on Lindsey Graham's role in "building bridges," including with Trump
Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina remembered Sen. Lindsey Graham as a "powerful leader" following his sudden death, while emphasizing Graham's role in "building bridges."
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Turner says he hopes Senate will pass Russia sanctions as part of Lindsey Graham's legacy
GOP Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio said that he's hopeful the Senate will soon pass a Russia sanctions bill as "one of the legacies" of Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly Saturday.
40 million under alerts as heat dome peaks across western U.S.
Heat alerts were issued for millions across parts of the western U.S. Sunday as an unusually prolonged heat dome reached its peak.
What is the process for filling Lindsey Graham's vacancy in the Senate?
Sen. Lindsey Graham was running for reelection in November when he died suddenly on Saturday.
Sen. Scott on Lindsey Graham's role in "building bridges," including with Trump
Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina remembered Sen. Lindsey Graham as a "powerful leader" following his sudden death, while emphasizing Graham's role in "building bridges."
Trump's monumental reimagining of Washington, D.C.
President Trump has triggered a firestorm of lawsuits over his plans to remake our nation's capital, as opponents fight to preserve it.
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High energy costs from Iran war heighten pressure on struggling farmers
As the agriculture industry in Louisiana contends with major energy cost hikes brought on by the Iran war, some farmers are unsure if their businesses will survive.
Bipartisan housing bill becomes law after Trump refuses to sign it
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Apple sues OpenAI, accusing ChatGPT maker of stealing trade secrets
Apple alleges that OpenAI and two of its employees stole trade secrets and engaged in a "pattern of misconduct."
Household staff can earn up to $300,000 working for America's rich
Good help is hard — and expensive — to find, according to a recruiting firm for private chefs, chauffeurs and other household workers.
Gas prices start climbing again as U.S.-Iran tensions flare
Prices at the pump sank following a June ceasefire. But renewed conflict in the Middle East and other factors are driving fuel costs back up.
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Transcript: Michael Leiter on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 12, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Leiter that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 12, 2026.
Turner says he hopes Senate will pass Russia sanctions as part of Lindsey Graham's legacy
GOP Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio said that he's hopeful the Senate will soon pass a Russia sanctions bill as "one of the legacies" of Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly Saturday.
Transcript: Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 12, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with retired Gen. Frank McKenzie that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 12, 2026.
Margaret Brennan: I spoke with Lindsey Graham a day before he died
Fierce Ukraine supporter Lindsey Graham passed away Saturday on the heels of his tenth trip to the warzone, and at a key moment for one of the Republican senator's proudest accomplishments.
What is the process for filling Lindsey Graham's vacancy in the Senate?
Sen. Lindsey Graham was running for reelection in November when he died suddenly on Saturday.
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New Jersey works to destroy firefighting foam laced with cancer-linked PFAS
New Jersey is one of more than a dozen states that are working to collect, remove and destroy all of their aqueous film-forming foam.
Departments getting rid of firefighting foam
Fire departments across the U.S. are changing how they extinguish fires. For decades, they used foam that contained so-called "forever chemicals" that are now linked to cancer. More than a dozen states are now working to collect, remove and destroy all of it. Mark Strassmann has more.
U.S. citizen working in Congo tests positive for Ebola, CDC says
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak recorded on the continent.
Pregnant mom diagnosed with Stage IV cancer after symptoms were dismissed
Jenney Bitner feared she wouldn't get to see her children grow up after a tumor in her brain revealed she had Stage IV melanoma.
Michigan's cyclosporiasis outbreak grows to more than 1,500 cases
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 1,500 cases.
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Transcript: Michael Leiter on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 12, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Leiter that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 12, 2026.
Transcript: Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 12, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with retired Gen. Frank McKenzie that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 12, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Tim Scott on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 12, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on July 12, 2026.
Typhoon Bavi weakens but still lashes China with strong winds, rain
Typhoon Bavi weakened Sunday to a tropical storm but was still bringing strong winds and heavy rain to parts of China.
At least 2 killed in shooting at Toronto street festival, police say
At least two people were killed and several more wounded in a shooting Saturday evening at a street festival in Toronto, Canada, authorities said.
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7/12: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Tracy Smith. Featured: The only successful coup in U.S. history; Behind the scenes of "The Pitt"; Trump's monumental reimagining of Washington, D.C.; singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams; "Take Me Home, Country Roads"; and a Tuscany tradition: wine barrel races.
Milepost: David Attenborough
This week, British documentarian Sir David Attenborough, who turned 100 years old in May, broke the record for oldest nominee for a Primetime Emmy Award, earning two nominations this year.
Grace notes: Art as a reverie of gentle sounds
French artist and composer Céleste Boursier-Mougenot's "Clinamen," at the Park Avenue Armory in New York City, is a mesmerizing installation in which porcelain bowls floating in giant basins of water collide, producing chiming sounds that reverberate in the 55,000-square-foot hall, to foster a state of grace. Tracy Smith reports.
Behind the scenes of "The Pitt"
The Emmy-winning HBO Max drama "The Pitt" immerses viewers in the hour-by-hour struggles faced by the overworked-yet-superhuman emergency room staff at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits the series' hyper-realistic set at Warner Brothers Studios in Burbank, Calif. (where cast members undergo a two-week medical boot camp), and talks with star, writer, director and executive producer Noah Wylie about why the former "ER" actor returned to the medical drama genre. (The series just received 25 Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series, the most of any program.) [Originally broadcast Jan. 4, 2026.]
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman" actress Louise Lasser, and singer Bonnie Tyler, best known for "Total Eclipse of the Heart."
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Apple sues OpenAI, accusing ChatGPT maker of stealing trade secrets
Apple alleges that OpenAI and two of its employees stole trade secrets and engaged in a "pattern of misconduct."
AI slop floods social media, report says
A new report from AI detector Pangram found that AI-generated content is flooding socials like X and Reddit, with LinkedIn accounting for nearly two-thirds of all AI content detected. Pangram CEO and co-founder Max Spero joins CBS News to discuss his findings.
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.
MSG tracked celebrities, WIRED reports
A major database breach at James Dolan's Madison Square Garden arena revealed an apparent internal list tracking nearly 40,000 celebrities, according to a new report from WIRED. The report alleges that surveillance labels included "LGBTQIA," "DO NOT HOST," and evaluated individuals on a "risk" level. MSG claims the report is inaccurate. WIRED contributing editor Noah Shachtman joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss his reporting.
Breaking down the Texas app store age law
Earlier this week, the Supreme Court said it would allow Texas to enforce a law requiring app stores to verify users' ages while the issue plays out in the lower courts. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the constitutional question.
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Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
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Kansas woman convicted of double murder after three trials
Mike Sisco and his girlfriend Karen Harkness were gunned down in her Topeka, Kansas, home in 2002. Authorities believed it was a crime of passion. Sisco's daughter set out to help prove it was her mother, Dana Chandler, who was responsible.
Apalachee High School shooting suspect set to change plea, documents show
Colt Gray is scheduled to appear in Barrow County Superior Court on July 24 for a plea hearing, court documents show.
Nolan Wells' parents speak out
Teen football player Nolan Wells was found dead on a Mississippi island days after he vanished during a July Fourth outing. Wells' parents are searching for answers, saying that they don't believe their son would have stayed behind on the island by choice.
Takeaways from weeklong Tyler Robinson hearing
The weeklong pre-trial hearing for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk wrapped up on Friday with the defense calling one final witness to the stand. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Indictments in White House UFC attack plot
Eight people have each been charged with conspiracy counts over a planned attack at the UFC event that was held at the White House in June. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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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.
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.
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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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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Lindsey Graham's role in Russia sanctiosn bill
One day before Sen. Lindsey Graham's death Saturday, he told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan he was excited about new progress on a long-sought bipartisan bill to boost sanctions on Russia by targeting buyers of its oil.
Gen. Frank McKenzie on the U.S.'s options with Iran
As the U.S. and Iran trade another round of strikes, retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, who led U.S. Central Command, told "Face the Nation" the U.S. has the ability to take control of the Strait of Hormuz or Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal. "If you want to gain concessions from Iran, you have to directly pressure the regime, and you have to do so in a way that perhaps is existential to them," he said.
Rahm Emanuel on the U.S.-Israel relationship
Former White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel joined "Face the Nation" to discuss his "plan that gets out of Israel being a pariah." He expanded on his proposed "23-state solution" including Israel, the Palestinians and Arab states.
Rep. Turner hopes Senate will pass Russia sanctions backed by Lindsey Graham
Republican Rep. Mike Turner told "Face the Nation" that Senate passage of a Russia sanctions bill should be "one of the legacies" of Lindsey Graham, who pushed the bipartisan legislation shortly before his death Saturday.
From 2002: Lindsey Graham's Senate campaign
In 2002, Lesley Stahl reported on retiring U.S. Sen. Strom Thurmond and spoke with the two men vying to replace him, Lindsey Graham and Alex Sanders. Graham died Saturday at 71.