In special House elections during Trump era, fortune rarely favors opposing party
Since Trump first took office in 2017, Federal Election Commission records show control of a House seat flipped less than 15% of the time in a special election.
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Florida's special elections coming
Florida is holding special elections to fill the congressional seats left behind by former Republican Reps. Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz. CBS News' Hunter Woodall reports.
Sisters bring comfort to hurricane survivors
As part of CBS News' "Surprise Cities" series, CBS News contributor David Begnaud visits Greenville, South Carolina, where he meets Kenzie and Kayleigh, two young girls delivering customized American Girl dolls to children affected by Hurricane Helene. Their mission of compassion is helping other kids heal through play.
Lawyers say execution of morbidly obese inmate could be botched
Lawyers for convicted murderer Michael Tanzi say that his weight and health conditions could cause a lethal injection cocktail to fail.
Florida bill could roll back teen work limits
A controversial bill that would roll back some work restrictions for teens as young as 14 was advanced by a Florida Senate panel this week. Orlando Weekly News reporter McKenna Schueler joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Where Wisconsin's Supreme Court race stands
On Tuesday, Wisconsin voters will decide if their state's Supreme Court leans conservative or liberal. Billionaires Elon Musk and George Soros have donated to the race, which has seen more than $80 million in total spending. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has the latest.
Florida bill would allow teens to work overnight
A Florida Senate bill would remove restrictions on 16 and 17 year olds, allowing for overnight shifts, shifts longer than 8 hours during school days, more than 30 hours during school weeks, and the removal of mandatory meal breaks. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Federal judge says Iowa cannot continue to enforce part of its book ban law
The judge temporarily blocked the part of the law that prohibits school libraries and classrooms from carrying books that depict sex acts.
Florida orange juice production drops amid crop disease, low demand
Already decimated by a disease called citrus greening, Florida's orange groves can't seem to catch a break.
Florida's decimated orange groves face new threats
Climate change, along with hurricanes, citrus disease and changing consumer tastes, are taking a toll on Florida's orange growers. Mark Strassmann reports.
No injuries after man drives car into protesters outside Tesla dealership
A Florida sheriff's office says a man drove his car into protesters gathered outside a Tesla dealership in Palm Beach County, but nobody was injured.
No injuries after fire breaks out at Walt Disney World
A walk-in cooler behind the France Pavilion in the Epcot theme park caught fire, a Disney representative said, sending plumes of smoke billowing over the resort.
Police recover $769,000 in Tiffany jewelry swallowed by Texas man
The Texas man allegedly asked jail staff if he would be "charged with what's in my stomach."
Florida firefighters battle multiple wildfires
High winds are whipping a series of wildfires in Florida. The largest has burned more 26,000 acres in Miami-Dade County, forcing major road closures. Cristian Benavides has details.
Over a dozen wildfires burn in Florida
In Florida, more than a dozen wildfires are burning across the state. The largest fire is in southern Miami-Dade County, scorching 24,000 acres.
Florida man executed for killings of 8-year-old girl, grandmother
A Florida man who killed an 8-year-old girl and her grandmother on a night in which he drank heavily and used drugs has been executed.
SpaceX return went well, says astronomer
When Starliner astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were launched into space in June 2024, they were planning on an 8-day mission. They have now spent 286 days in space, orbited the Earth more than 4,500 times and traveled more than 121 million miles. Chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts and former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn describe the mission. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood report.
Trump's immigration policies at local level
In a court filing Tuesday, the Trump administration stood firm behind the deportation flights of Venezuelan non-citizens. But how are the president's policies impacting communities across the U.S.? Maureen Porras, the Democratic-turned-Republican vice mayor of Doral, Florida, and former immigration attorney joins "America Decides" with her perspective.
NASA astronauts splashdown off Florida coast
The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams landed on Earth on Tuesday, splashing down off the coast of Florida. This ended the Starliner astronauts' mission which lasted over nine months on the International Space Station. CBS News' Bill Harwood, former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn, and CBS News' Mark Strassmann break it down.
Butch Wilmore, Suni Williams begin trip home
A SpaceX capsule carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams undocked from the International Space Station early Tuesday morning. They're scheduled to splash down off the Florida coast Tuesday evening after spending more than nine months in space. They originally expected to spend just eight days or so in orbit. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
Police officer drops off pizza for delivery worker stymied by 8-foot alligator
An 8-foot alligator in front of a Florida home made delivering a pizza a tricky operation.
Man who escaped Puerto Rico prison in 1987 is caught in Florida
A man who escaped from a Puerto Rican prison in 1987 has been arrested in Fort Myers, Florida, where authorities say he had been living under a different name.
Florida teen killed, dismembered after couple lured her on app
St. Petersburg police detectives said the remains of 16-year-old Miranda Corsette were found in a dumpster after she was reported missing last month.
Nonprofit sues EPA over Florida toxic waste
The nonprofit Center for Biological Diversity is suing the Environmental Protection Agency for approving road construction in Florida using radioactive waste. "Inside Climate News" Florida correspondent Amy Green joins "The Daily Report" to break down the lawsuit and potential risks of phosphogypsum.
The Strange Life of Dr. Schwartz
A wealthy doctor is violently murdered in his Florida mansion -- could a dark secret from his past provide a clue to his killer? "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Latest forecast maps show fresh predictions for winter storm
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 17 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
President Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada if America's northern neighbor went ahead with its trade deal with China.
Winter storm disrupts U.S. travel as airlines cancel over 9,000 weekend flights
Airlines have canceled thousands of U.S. flights as a massive winter storm is forecast to bring a mix of ice, snow and frigid conditions across the country this weekend.
FBI agent in Minneapolis involved in Renee Good probe resigns
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
Australian boy dies days after being bitten by shark in Sydney Harbor
The Sydney shark attack that killed Nico Antic was one of four recorded in the span of two days.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accuses White House of "politics and retribution"
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
How much snow are you getting this weekend? See the forecast.
A winter storm is forecast to dump up to 24 inches of snow in some places this weekend, and many are wondering: How much snow are we actually getting?
Vehicle crashes into terminal at Detroit Metro Airport
An investigation is underway after a driver crashed a vehicle into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport.
Thousands march through Minneapolis to protest ICE
Hundreds of businesses in the Twin Cities were closed Friday to protest the presence of federal immigration agents in Minnesota, as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of downtown Minneapolis in a show of solidarity.
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Latest forecast maps show fresh predictions for winter storm
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 17 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
Where to watch UFC 324 live tonight to see Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje and more fighters show down
UFC 324 features a stacked fight card. Here's the schedule, time and information on where to watch the UFC event.
Officer comes to the rescue of woman sleeping in cemetery, finds her a home
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accuses White House of "politics and retribution"
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
NTSB investigating Waymo robotaxis for improperly passing school buses
The National Transportation Safety Board announced it has opened an investigation into Waymo robotaxis following a series of incidents in Austin involving school buses filled with children.
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Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
How to heat your home safely as fierce winter storm grips the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
What to know about EVs as the winter storm brings bone-chilling temps
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Tesla Cybertruck sales plunged 48% in in 2025
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
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Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
President Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada if America's northern neighbor went ahead with its trade deal with China.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accuses White House of "politics and retribution"
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Epstein's inner circle subpoenaed to testify before House Oversight Committee
Jeffrey Epstein's lawyer, accountant and billionaire benefactor were issued subpoenas to testify before the committee in February and March.
FBI agent in Minneapolis involved in Renee Good probe resigns
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
U.S. carries out 35th strike on alleged drug boat, first since Maduro capture
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
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Heart failure threatened her pregnancy. A first-of-its-kind procedure saved it.
Cassandra King was thrilled to be pregnant after years of fertility struggles and multiple miscarriages. Then a sudden cardiac event threatened everything.
Loss of measles-free status would be "cost of doing business," new CDC deputy says
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
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Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
President Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada if America's northern neighbor went ahead with its trade deal with China.
Australian boy dies days after being bitten by shark in Sydney Harbor
The Sydney shark attack that killed Nico Antic was one of four recorded in the span of two days.
U.S. carries out 35th strike on alleged drug boat, first since Maduro capture
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Trump says "armada" of warships is headed toward Iran "just in case"
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
Ukrainians struggle as Russian strikes close schools, cut heat and power
Russia's relentless strikes leave families in Kyiv without heat and power, and keep schools closed for at least a month.
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Madison Beer opens up about music journey
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" breaks Oscar nominations record
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
"Heated Rivalry" boosting demand for NHL tickets, SeatGeek says
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Jessica Williams talks new "Shrinking" season
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
Breaking down Oscar nominations
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
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Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul 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.
Elon Musk says at Davos that robots will one day outnumber people
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube looks to get rid of fake AI videos
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
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Officials on 5-year-old boy detained by ICE
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
Jury selection date set in Mangione trial
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
New video shows Ryan Wedding in FBI custody
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
5-year-old Liam Ramos detained by ICE
Five-year-old Liam Ramos is now being held at an ICE detention facility in Texas, CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. Here's what we know about the case.
Ryan Wedding arrested, officials say
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Melissa Rocuba's Final Moments | Post Mortem
48 Hours correspondents Natalie Morales and Anne-Marie Green discuss the 2013 killing of Melissa Rocuba that went unsolved for nearly nine years, and how new information retrieved from old evidence led to an arrest in the case.
The Uplift: America the beautiful
The Uplift: To mark the 250th anniversary of the United States this year, we are sharing what makes the country great from A to Z. This week, sixth graders share why they find America beautiful.
Widow living at husband's grave helped by officer
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave. Then, an "angel" came to her rescue. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
NTSB investigating Waymo for traffic violations
Federal regulators have opened an investigation into Waymo robotaxis after a series of incidents involving school buses filled with kids. Kris Van Cleave has details.
Philadelphia sues over removal of slavery displays
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed from the President's House in Old City Philadelphia, prompting Philadelphia officials to file a lawsuit against the federal government. Elaine Quijano has more.