RNC begins Monday
With the Republican National Convention kicking off Monday, CBS News Political Director and anchor of "Face the Nation" John Dickerson provides insight into what might happen.
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CBS News polls: Races close in battleground states
Anthony Salvanto, CBS News' Elections Director, breaks down how Republican voters view Trump's vice presidential pick Mike Pence, and explains the tight horseraces in the battleground states of Ohio, Michigan, and Iowa.
7/16: Evening News
Donald Trump had one job Saturday, introducing Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, his new running mate; Pokemon Go has swept the nation, but it's also caused headaches for players who don't do a good job paying attention to their surroundings
Trump introduces VP
Donald Trump had one job Saturday, introducing Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, his new running mate. After nearly 10 minutes of talk about pretty much everything else, Trump finally made room for Pence. Major Garrett has more on the new big ticket for the Republican Party.
Pence on Trump's tone
Presumptive Republican VP nominee Mike Pence comments on the negativity and tone of the Trump presidential campaign. Pence and Trump sat down with Lesley Stahl for the candidates' first joint interview, which will air Sunday, July 17 at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
Trump logo reaction
Shortly after announcing Mike Pence will be his running mate, Donald Trump's campaign released a new logo, which has already generated widespread reactions online. CBSN's Reena Ninan has the details.
Clinton, Trump condemn attack
CBS News' Major Garrett reports on Donald Trump's and Hillary Clinton's reactions to the deadly attack in Nice, France.
GOP convention preview
CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Cleveland to discuss Donald Trump's VP pick, Gov. Mike Pence, and how the terror attack in Nice is impacting the race for the White House.
Clinton and Kaine
Senator Tim Kaine joined Hillary Clinton onstage and helped her bash Donald Trump Thursday in Northern Virginia. Kaine is on the short list of Clinton's possible running mates. See their full remarks.
Clinton addresses Latino group
Speaking to the League of United Latin American Citizens in Washington, Hillary Clinton bashed Donald Trump for running "the most divisive campaign of our lifetime." She also promised that, if elected, she would introduce comprehensive immigration reform. See her full remarks.
Trump & Pence
Donald Trump will formally announce his choice of running mate, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, on Friday. What can Pence bring to the Trump campaign? CBSN political contributor Hogan Gidley joins CBSN to discuss.
GOP convention preview
Donald Trump will formally announce his choice of Indiana Gov. Mike Pence for VP on Friday, ahead of next week's Republican National Convention. What other surprises are in store? CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN with more.
Trump picks Pence
CBS News has confirmed that Donald Trump will pick Indiana Governor Mike Pence as his running mate. CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez, former McCain campaign manager Rick Davis, and Vox senior campaign correspondent Liz Plank join CBSN to discuss.
Schieffer's VP watch
CBS News contributor Bob Schieffer joins CBSN to discuss the presidential race and the upcoming Republican convention in Cleveland.
Clinton meets potential VP's
CBS News' Nancy Cordes discusses Hillary Clinton's meetings with potential running mates.
Schieffer on 2016 race
CBS News contributor and former "Face the Nation" moderator Bob Schieffer joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest CBS News/New York Times poll showing Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump tied ahead of the conventions.
Presidential dead heat
Bloomberg Politics managing editor John Heilemann joins "CBS This Morning" from Cleveland, the site of the Republican convention, to discuss Donald Trump's running mate shortlist and the latest CBS News-New York Times poll showing Trump and Hillary Clinton tied going into the conventions.
Clinton calls for unity
In a speech at the Old State House in Illinois, Hillary Clinton called for people to understand both the difficult job of police officers as well as the reasons behind the Black Lives Matter movement. See her full remarks.
Trump vs. Clinton
The New York Times' Mark Leibovich discusses the tightening race between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.
Bernie Sanders interview
Senator Bernie Sanders joins CBSN to explain his support for Hillary Clinton as president.
Countdown to conventions
Mark Leibovich, chief national correspondent for The New York Times Magazine and a CBS News political contributor, joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the latest polls and Bernie Sanders' endorsement of Hillary Clinton.
Sanders endorses Clinton
On Tuesday, Bernie Sanders officially endorsed Hillary Clinton. Sanders joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss why it took as long as it did and what convinced him to back the presumptive Democratic nominee.
7/12: Evening News
President Obama offered words of comfort to the city of Dallas Tuesday at a memorial service for five slain police officers; In one of the more moving parts of President Obama's remarks at the memorial service in Dallas, he told the story of a civilian who had taken her sons to the demonstration and was wounded by the gunman
Sanders with Clinton
Five weeks after the final primary votes were cast, Bernie Sanders endorsed Hillary Clinton for president Tuesday. The move signifies unity for the Democratic party after Sanders fought for Clinton to back key policy platforms he campaigned on. Nancy Cordes has more.
Trump vs RBG
In an interview with the New York Times, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said she "can't imagine what the country would be" with Donald Trump as president. Trump called the comments highly inappropriate. Major Garrett has more.
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U.S.-Iran talks to resume after exchange of strikes, Trump says
President Trump says U.S.-Iran talks will resume, at Tehran's request, after several days of tit-for-tat strikes tested a shaky ceasefire.
Supreme Court won't hear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo died after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over Arizona voting restrictions
The Supreme Court agreed to decide whether Arizona can impose voting rules, including a measure that requires documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote on a state form.
Comcast plans to split into 2 companies, spinning off NBCUniversal
Current shareholders would receive shares in both companies under the planned split, Comcast said Monday.
Dangerous heat wave impacting large swathes of the U.S. this week
A heat wave will blast a large swath of the U.S. this week. The National Weather Service says temperatures will feel hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Police say 5 killed, 2 arrested after shooting at German youth center
German police say 2 people are in custody and 5 were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Britain's Princess Kate climbs 3 mountains in 24 hours for charity
The challenge was undertaken to raise awareness for a charity she has been involved with since her own cancer treatment.
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Supreme Court rejects case over COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers
The dispute arose after New York's Department of Health issued an emergency rule that required healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Supreme Court turns away Alan Dershowitz's defamation case against CNN
The Supreme Court declined to take up former Harvard law professor Alan Dershowitz's case alleging CNN defamed him.
Supreme Court won't hear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over Arizona voting restrictions
The Supreme Court agreed to decide whether Arizona can impose voting rules, including a measure that requires documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote on a state form.
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Comcast plans to split into 2 companies, spinning off NBCUniversal
Current shareholders would receive shares in both companies under the planned split, Comcast said Monday.
Gadget prices have fallen for decades. Then AI happened.
The race to build AI data centers is leading to a global shortage of memory chips, driving up the cost of personal electronics.
Trump vows immediate 100% tariff if countries levy digital services tax
Countries that tax U.S. companies offering digital products and services would immediately face a 100% tariff on their exports to the U.S., President Trump said.
Nude portrait by Amedeo Modigliani sets record at auction
The Modigliani painting "Nu assis au collier" (Seated Nude Wearing a Necklace) sold for $63.9 million, the highest price achieved for a work by the artist sold at auction in Europe, Sotheby's said.
Apple and Microsoft are raising their prices as chip costs soar
Apple is raising the prices of some MacBooks and iPads, while Microsoft is raising Xbox prices as semiconductor costs surge.
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Supreme Court rejects case over COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers
The dispute arose after New York's Department of Health issued an emergency rule that required healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Supreme Court turns away Alan Dershowitz's defamation case against CNN
The Supreme Court declined to take up former Harvard law professor Alan Dershowitz's case alleging CNN defamed him.
Supreme Court won't hear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over Arizona voting restrictions
The Supreme Court agreed to decide whether Arizona can impose voting rules, including a measure that requires documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote on a state form.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons injured in Sussex County car crash
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
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Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
Chris Evert announces her ovarian cancer has returned
American tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer had returned in a social media post Thursday.
Democrats to propose bill capping out-of-pocket Medicare costs for enrollees
Some Senate Democrats want to cap the amount beneficiaries in traditional Medicare have to pay toward care, but the move is expected to draw GOP opposition for potentially adding billions to Medicare costs.
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Police say 5 killed, 2 arrested after shooting at German youth center
German police say 2 people are in custody and 5 were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo died after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said.
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U.S.-Iran talks to resume after exchange of strikes, Trump says
President Trump says U.S.-Iran talks will resume, at Tehran's request, after several days of tit-for-tat strikes tested a shaky ceasefire.
Pablo Escobar murder victim's son is named Colombia's interior minister
The incoming minister's father, Rodrigo Lara Bonilla, was serving as justice minister in 1984 when he was gunned down in Bogota on Pablo Escobar's orders.
Britain's Princess Kate climbs 3 mountains in 24 hours for charity
The challenge was undertaken to raise awareness for a charity she has been involved with since her own cancer treatment.
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Alan Jackson gives emotional farewell concert
Five years ago, Alan Jackson shared that he has a degenerative nerve condition that affects his balance called Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, which he was first diagnosed with a decade prior.
Songbook: James Taylor sings "Moon River"
Six-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter James Taylor, whose choices of essential American songs include the 1961 hit "Moon River," performs Henry Mancini's tender song of heartbreak for "Sunday Morning" viewers. Accompanying Taylor are Kevin Hays on keyboards, Jon Suters on bass, and Nick Halley on percussion. [Check out the complete "Sunday Morning" Essential American Songbook at cbsnews.com/songbook.]
Larry David on "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness"
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
Extended interview: Larry David
In this web exclusive, Larry David talks with longtime friend and collaborator Susie Essman about his new HBO sketch comedy series, "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness."
Larry David on "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness"
Larry David brings his own comic perspective to America's storied history in the new HBO sketch comedy series, "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness." He talks with Susie Essman about finally making use of his history major from college, and how he took comments from one of the show's producers, former President Barack Obama.
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How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
California creates AI job trend tracker
California now has the nation's first dashboard to publicly track artificial intelligence-related job trends, ones created and ones lost. As of now, early findings show no evidence of rising statewide unemployment from jobs exposed to AI. Till von Wachter, a faculty director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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.
Gadget prices have fallen for decades. Then AI happened.
The race to build AI data centers is leading to a global shortage of memory chips, driving up the cost of personal electronics.
Apple, Microsoft announce price hikes
Apple and Microsoft announced they're hiking prices for some electronic products, including computers and XBOX consoles, citing a shortage of memory chips. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein weighs in.
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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.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Seahorses and seadragons, some of Nature's most curious creatures
Seahorses are unique ocean inhabitants with a head like a horse, a pouch like a kangaroo, a tail like a monkey, and the ability to camouflage themselves like a chameleon. They also exhibit an unconventional gender dynamic, in that the males do the work of carrying around fertilized eggs. Correspondent Conor Knighton goes in search of these fascinating fish – and their equally fascinating cousins, seadragons – at the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in California.
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Alex Murdaugh to return to court
Alex Murdaugh is expected back in court in South Carolina on Monday for the first time since the state Supreme Court overturned his convictions for killing his son and wife. Skyler Henry reports.
Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Michigan parents charged with murder after boy found to be 250+ pounds
Two Flint Township, Michigan, parents, are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of their 7-year-old son, who was 255 pounds and abused and neglected, according to the Genesee County prosecutor.
Billionaire Leon Black testifies on Epstein
Billionaire Leon Black testified before the House Oversight Committee on Friday. After Black ended the interview, the committee issued two subpoenas. Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia, a member of the House Oversight Committee, joins "The Takeout" to discuss this and the U.S. strike on Iran.
Minnesota fraud suspect arrested in Somalia after 4 years on the run, officials say
Abdikerm Eidleh, accused of playing a key role in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, was arrested in Somalia after more than four years, federal officials said.
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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.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
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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.
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.
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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6/27: CBS Weekend News
High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
Princess Kate on how cancer has changed her
Kate, the Princess of Wales, climbed three of the highest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales to raise money and awareness for a cancer charity. The future queen is also revealing how cancer has changed her life. Holly Williams reports.
A look at Serena Williams' return
Wimbledon kicks off Monday in London and all eyes will be on the return of Serena Williams. Sports journalist and 60 Minutes correspondent Jon Wertheim previews Williams' odds and other big storylines.
Marquee matchups in World Cup knockout stage
CBS Sports soccer analyst Ian Joy breaks down the upcoming matches in the World Cup knockout round, including if he thinks the U.S. can advance past Bosnia.
Alex Murdaugh to return to court
Alex Murdaugh is expected back in court in South Carolina on Monday for the first time since the state Supreme Court overturned his convictions for killing his son and wife. Skyler Henry reports.