Georgia's top elections official defends new voting law
Raffensperger told CBSN's Tanya Rivero on Tuesday that he sees "absolutely no merit" in the lawsuit and insisted there is "record voter turnout" in the state.
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Georgia officials vow to fight for voting law
Georgia's governor and secretary of state say they will fight a lawsuit over a new election law the Justice Department alleges disproportionately affects Black voters. Tia Mitchell, a Washington correspondent for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution newspaper, spoke with Anne-Marie Green on CBSN to discuss the lawsuit and how it could affect other states.
Justice Department sues Georgia over voter restrictions
The Biden administration is suing the state of Georgia over its new voting law. The Justice Department argues the restrictions were designed to limit Black residents' ability to vote.
Justice Department suing Georgia over voting law
Georgia passed a new election law in March that Democrats and voting rights groups say will make it more difficult for minorities and poorer voters to cast a ballot.
Justice Dept. sues over Georgia voting law
Attorney General Merrick Garland announced the Justice Department is suing Georgia over its new voting law for allegedly "denying or abridging the right of Black Georgians to vote on account of their race." He also had a warning for other states considering similar laws: "Where we believe the civil rights of Americans have been violated, we will not hesitate to act." Watch his remarks.
Atlanta boosts city's police budget
Atlanta plans to increase its police budget after initially considering steep cuts last summer in the wake of the death of George Floyd. It's among a number of cities across the country that are making similar moves amid rising crime. Local news reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution J.D. Capelouto joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on how the discussion over "defund the police" has changed.
Cashier killed, deputy wounded in Georgia supermarket mask dispute
A suspect was in stable condition after law enforcement opened fire on him.
Delta flight diverted
A Delta Air Lines flight from California to Georgia was diverted to Oklahoma on Friday night after a passenger became unruly and had to be subdued. Delta confirmed that the passenger was an off-duty flight attendant. Read more here.
Analyzing GOP-led efforts to restrict voting rights
While Democrats in Congress work to expand voting rights, Republican-led efforts to restrict voting rights are spreading across the country. Georgia, Arizona and Florida have all recently passed legislation limiting voting and now experts are worried others will follow. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano with more.
Georgia governor booed at state's GOP convention
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp was booed by supporters of former President Trump during a speech at the state's GOP convention. Many still hold him accountable for refusing to accept Mr. Trump's baseless claims of election fraud in Georgia. The state's top election official was censured at the convention for the same reasons. Greg Bluestein, a political reporter for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Brood X cicadas emerge
Billions of Brood X cicadas are emerging across the East Coast after spending 17 years underground. While some see the insects as a noisy nuisance, others are fully embracing their visit. Chip Reid reports.
Anonymous donor promises college tuition to athletes with straight A's
Some of the students have earned between $50,000 to $200,000 for their good grades.
Giant Confederate leaders carving to stay, for now, at Georgia park
It's biggest Confederate monument in U.S. and board overseeing park at Sone Mountain voted for other changes but to leave it intact.
Impact of GOP-led voting changes
Some of the voting procedures people relied on during the pandemic are now illegal under changes passed by Republican state legislators. The Washington Post's national reporter, Dave Weigel, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with a look at which states would have seen different election results had the new restrictive laws been in place during the 2020 race.
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Fifth explosion linked to serial bomber, undetonated FedEX package may hold clues; Royal wedding cake details announced
Ski lift malfunction sends people flying
Shocking video emerged Friday of a malfunctioning ski lift hurling skiers out of their chairs in the former Soviet republic of Georgia. Eight people were reported injured.
Georgia's governor suspends state's fuel tax as prices rise
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp suspends fuel taxes, increases weight limits for trucks transporting fuel to alleviate high gas prices.
Georgia teacher fires shot on campus
Dalton High School teacher Jesse Randal Davidson faces four felony charges in Georgia. Police say he fired a gun on campus and barricaded himself in a classroom Wednesday.
Ga. Republicans threaten Delta over NRA move
Georgia Republican Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle has threatened to kill tax benefits for Delta Air Lines over the company's decision to cut ties with the National Rifle Association in the wake of the Florida school shooting. Delta is one of the state's largest employers. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca spoke with Republican state Sen. Michael Williams about the reaction to Delta's decision.
CDC employee vanishes without a trace
An employee at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta has gone missing. A $10,000 reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest or indictment in the case of Timothy Cunningham. WGCL-TV's Jonathan Carlson reports from Atlanta.
Why a father has sent so many postcards to his children
David Lasseter's campaign started in 1995, after he dropped his oldest daughter off at Notre Dame. That night, he sent her a postcard -- just as he has done virtually every day since then for all of his kids, for years. Steve Hartman reports.
Ga. officer shot dead, 2 deputies wounded
A Locust Grove Police Department officer was killed and two Henry County deputies were wounded after a shootout with a suspect inside a Georgia home Friday, Henry County Sheriff Keith McBrayer told reporters. The suspect is dead.
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Government shutdown looms, lawmakers scramble as the President urges to secure borders; Girl Scouts lobby to rename bridge.
Girl Scouts lobby lawmakers
A group of Girl Scouts is lobbying lawmakers in Georgia to rename a bridge in honor of the group's founder. According to one lawmaker, their tactics could get results. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann has their story.
Suspect emerges in cyberattack on pipeline
A criminal gang with ties to Moscow, known as DarkSide, has emerged as the top suspect behind a cyberattack that has forced a major U.S. fuel pipeline to shut down. Catherine Herridge reports.
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U.S. and Iran close to "peace arrangement or a deal," Pakistan says
The U.S. and Iran are close to agreeing on "some sort of arrangement," Pakistan's defense minister told Bloomberg.
Trump secretly switched to different plane in Turkey amid Iran threat
Ahead of a flight from Turkey, he secretly left Air Force One and was moved to another plane with the help of a catering truck, according to a source.
White House asked DOJ about new Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn
Earlier this month, however, federal prosecutors moved to dismiss the case, citing new information that the damage was caused by a "botched installation" by a contractor, not vandalism.
Darline Graham, Ralph Norman advance to runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman will face off in a runoff later this month for the South Carolina GOP Senate nomination, CBS News projects, as they vie to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, a progressive, projected to win Minnesota Democratic Senate primary
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan has captured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in the Minnesota primary election, CBS News projects.
Michele Tafoya projected winner of GOP nomination for Senate in Minnesota primary
Michele Tafoya, a former television sports reporter, is the winner of the Republican nomination for Senate in the Minnesota primary election, CBS News projects.
ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver electric shocks
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon be outfitted with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks that are intended to gain compliance from combative individuals.
U.S. military operations killed 153 civilians last year, Pentagon says
The Pentagon has acknowledged that U.S. military operations killed more than 150 civilians in 2025. The count did not include any deaths from airstrikes on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises
Over 1,100 homes were destroyed when Colombia was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
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14-term Rep. John Larson ousted by challenger in Connecticut Democratic primary
Democratic Rep. John Larson — who has represented central Connecticut since the late 1990s — lost his party's primary Tuesday to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, CBS News has projected.
ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver electric shocks
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon be outfitted with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks that are intended to gain compliance from combative individuals.
Beach town mayor worries social media trend could lead to shark attack
Bay Head Mayor Bill Curtis worries that baiting sharks close to shore in order to take pictures and videos of them could be a recipe for disaster.
Powerful storms slam Midwest, leave nearly 1 million without power
Nearly 1 million customers in the Midwest were without power as perilous thunderstorms and extreme wind gusts pummeled the region on Tuesday.
Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
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Trump Media sells $100,000 Truth Social data access, drawing scrutiny
Customers are paying up to $100,000 a month for faster access to Truth Social posts from President Trump and other top users of the social media platform.
Play video games? You, too, could become an air traffic controller
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is touting the success of a campaign targeting video gamers to train as air traffic controllers.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Is your career "rusting out"? Here's what that means, and how to spot it.
Many employees feel their employers don't value them and that they're not contributing as much as they could, a workplace poll finds.
Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
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Ilhan Omar projected winner of Democratic primary in Minnesota's 5th district
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has secured the Democratic nomination for reelection in the 2026 primary, CBS News projects.
Peggy Flanagan projected winner of Democratic primary for Senate in Minnesota
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan has captured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in the Minnesota primary election, CBS News projects.
Lisa Demuth projected winner of Republican primary in Minnesota governor's race
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth will win the Republican primary in Minnesota's gubernatorial race, CBS News projects.
Dems pick nominees in key Wisc. districts as Sean Duffy's son-in-law wins GOP primary
National Democrats see two Wisconsin districts currently held by Republicans as up for grabs in November — the 1st and 3rd Districts. Here's how the primaries are shaping up.
14-term Rep. John Larson ousted by challenger in Connecticut Democratic primary
Democratic Rep. John Larson — who has represented central Connecticut since the late 1990s — lost his party's primary Tuesday to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, CBS News has projected.
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Doctor on Fauci's COVID-era revealed texts
Republican senators this week released 11 new text messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci's government phone in 2021 as part of the investigations into his handling of the COVID pandemic. In the texts, he discussed the potential risks and benefits of the vaccine for pregnant women. Dr. Serena Chen, an OB-GYN and the director of advocacy at CCRM Fertility of New Jersey, has more.
Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Farm linked to cyclosporaisis outbreak went years without FDA inspection
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
As Medicare pays less for cataract surgery, doctors turn to moneymaking lasers
More cataract patients, wanting not only restored but improved vision, are paying extra for their doctors to use a laser when a scalpel would do.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises
Over 1,100 homes were destroyed when Colombia was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
Zelenskyy says Russia using North Korean missiles in Ukraine
Russia and North Korea have been collaborating in the offensive against Ukraine since 2024.
Congo Ebola death toll tops 2,000 in fastest spreading outbreak on record
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
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Spotify to label music from "AI personas"
Kourtnee Jackson, senior streaming and entertainment editor at CNET, joins "The Daily Report" to give her take on Spotify's decision to label AI-generated music and block it from being recommended to users.
Graceland celebrates "Elvis Week"
"Elvis Week" kicked off at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 8 and runs until Aug. 16, marking Elvis Presley's death. Alicia Dean, the longtime marketing and promotions specialist for Elvis Presley Enterprises, joins with more.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader takes on Broadway
Reece Weaver, whose exit from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on the show "America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders" left viewers shocked, exclusively announced on "CBS Mornings" that she is making her Broadway debut. She talks about the transition, why she made the decision and what it was like to start rehearsals.
Jury selection begins in Tupac Shakur trial
Nearly 30 years after the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, jury selection is underway for the man charged in connection with the murder, Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Celebrity attorney Chris Melcher joins CBS News to discuss.
Riley Green talks upcoming album
Country music star Riley Green joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his upcoming album, "That's Just Me," which is set for release in mid-September.
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Duffy on new tech for air travel safety
Top transportation officials were at Newark Airport on Tuesday for the installation of a new radar system designed to help controllers prevent runway incidents. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy about the new technology.
Wall Street targets $500B for AI
Nvidia scored an astounding $500 billion in financing for artificial intelligence, backed by Wall Street's top power brokers and firms. Puck founding partner and industry journalist William D. Cohan weighs in on the AI boom and data center construction.
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.
Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
Zuckerberg wants open source AI
Facebook co-founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues that artificial intelligence should be open source to improve accessibility. CNET reporter Katelyn Chedraoui has more on what the philosophy of open source technology means in the AI era.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Protecting the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.)
Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
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More healthcare testimony in Clancy trial
Healthcare workers who treated Lindsay Clancy's postpartum mental health concerns are back on the stand Tuesday in her murder trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has the latest.
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist back on stand
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Tufts, is back on the stand Monday as the Massachusetts murder trial enters its third week. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Man who allegedly arranged Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing is on trial in Las Vegas
The man who prosecutors say orchestrated the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, Duane "Keffe D" Davis, is on trial almost 30 years after the drive-by shooting in Las Vegas.
2 killed in New York Harbor boat capsize
The captain of a boat that overturned in New York Harbor was charged with reckless endangerment. Twelve people were saved, but a mother and her 5-month-old daughter died. Michael George reports.
Family of murdered photographer wonders if his killer acted alone
Joe Shymanski, a, well-known Washington D.C. photographer, was murdered and dismembered in 2023. His ex-wife's former boyfriend, Brandon Holbrook, was convicted in the case. Shymanski's family still wonders if anyone else was involved.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
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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.
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.
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.
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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Venomous snake pulled from football helmet
A high school football player in Arkansas found a 2-foot-long cottonmouth snake inside his helmet last week. The pit viper was so reluctant to exit the helmet that police officers had to pour water into it to force the snake out and into a bag. Animal services technicians arrived a few minutes later, identified the snake as a deadly cottonmouth and took it to a wooded area far from the school.
Astronomer's tips for a good eclipse viewing
More than 20 states will get a glimpse of a partial eclipse on Wednesday when the moon slips in front of the sun. Scientists expect the best views in Alaska, but many Americans looking to catch the full show are traveling overseas to experience the total solar eclipse. University of San Francisco astronomy professor Andrew Fraknoi joins CBS News to discuss.
Europe prepares for total solar eclipse
Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, joins "The Daily Report" to break down what to expect from the solar eclipse on Wednesday.
Spotify to label music from "AI personas"
Kourtnee Jackson, senior streaming and entertainment editor at CNET, joins "The Daily Report" to give her take on Spotify's decision to label AI-generated music and block it from being recommended to users.
Former Secret Service agent on Trump plane switch
Charles Marino, a former DHS adviser and a former Secret Service special agent, joins CBS News to share his take on the news that President Trump secretly switched to a different plane amid a threat from Iran while leaving Turkey last month.