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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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.
7/14: Evening News
A truck drove into a crowd in Nice, France Thursday night during a celebration of Bastille Day; Iesha Evans was photographed last weekend as she was rushed by officers in riot gear in Baton Rouge, La.
Anti-Trump movement road blocks
Anti-Trump forces are taking their effort to unbind delegates from having to vote for Donald Trump to the GOP convention's rules committee. RNC officials and Trump aides are confident they don't have the votes to prevail, reports Julianna Goldman.
Trump VP: Mike Pence
Donald Trump has made one of the biggest decisions of his campaign. He's selected Indiana Governor Mike Pence as his running mate. The selection comes as a new CBS News poll shows Trump and Hillary Clinton in a virtual tie. Major Garrett reports.
Analyzing Pence pick
John Dickerson, host of "Face the Nation," weighs in on what Indiana Governor Mike Pence brings to the ticket as Donald Trump's pick for Vice President.
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.
Trump-Pence 2016
Donald Trump will tap Indiana Governor Mike Pence as his running mate. CBSN contributor Leslie Sanchez breaks down the VP decision.
Clinton, Trump close to VP picks
Donald Trump says he's narrowed his list of possible running mates to four, ahead of an expected announcement Friday. Meanwhile, the Hillary Clinton campaign is continuing to vets potential Democratic vice presidential candidates. CBSN political contributors Leslie Sanchez and Lynda Tran join CBSN to discuss.
7/13: Evening News
Indiana Governor Mike Pence is a leading candidate for the number two spot on the Republican ticket; a poem written and performed by an Atlanta teenager this past spring has been getting new attention from millions since the violence that shook America last week
Donald Trump's VP choice
Indiana Governor Mike Pence is a leading candidate for the number two spot on the Republican ticket. Donald Trump summoned his family to meet with him at the Indiana governor's mansion, their second face-to-face encounter in two days. Major Garrett has more.
Trump & Pence
CBS News' Major Garrett reports from the Indiana home of Gov. Mike Pence, where the Trump and Pence families met Wednesday. Pence is on Trump's short list for vice president.
Trump in Indiana
Donald Trump bashed Hillary Clinton and courted a potential running mate Tuesday night in Indiana. Indiana Governor Mike Pence, who has reportedly been vetted as a vice presidential candidate, joined Trump at the rally. See Trump's full remarks.
Red flag law did not stop FedEx shooter
There are growing questions about how the gunman in the deadly shooting at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis was able to legally buy two assault-style weapons. Nikki Battiste spoke with Indianapolis Deputy Police Chief Craig McCartt, who said Brandon Hole was questioned by the FBI last year after his mother told investigators he may try to commit suicide by cop.
An 18-year-old was arrested boarding a New York City bound bus. The FBI said that the man planned to joins ISIS
An 18-year-old was arrested boarding a New York City bound bus. The FBI said that the man planned to joins ISIS. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with more on the arrest and the punishment he faces.
Ohio Gov. John Kasich dropped out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination Wednesday, leaving Donald Trump as the only candidate still standing for the GOP
Ohio Gov. John Kasich dropped out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination Wednesday, leaving Donald Trump as the only candidate still standing for the GOP. Ted Cruz also announced the suspension of his campaign following Tuesday night's Indiana primary.
Despite being far behind Hillary Clinton in delegates, Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders says he won't back out of the race
Despite being far behind Hillary Clinton in delegates, Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders says he won't back out of the race. After a victory in Indiana last night, Sanders said he will stay in the race until the convention, even though he is mathematically eliminated from clinching the Democratic nomination. CBS' Steve Chaggaris, CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez and RealClearPolitics' Caitlin Huey-Burns discuss why Sanders is not backing down.
GOP frontrunner Donald Trump is looking for a big win during the Indiana primary, as the billionaire businessman and rival candidate Ted Cruz continue to trade jabs
GOP frontrunner Donald Trump is looking for a big win during the Indiana primary, as the billionaire businessman and rival candidate Ted Cruz continue to trade jabs. National political reporter for Politico Gabriel Debenedetti joins CBSN with more analysis ahead of the Hoosier state's big primary.
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Iran reimposes Strait of Hormuz restrictions, citing U.S. blockade
Iran swiftly reversed course on reopening the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. said the move would not end its blockade.
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
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CBS News took a boat into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what we saw.
Reporters from CBS News carefully arranged a risky trip into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what they saw.
How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
U.K. police probe arson attack on building formerly housing Jewish charity
There were no injuries reported in connection with the attack, police said Saturday.
Lawyer who led effort to overturn 2020 election will oversee probe of ex-CIA director
Joseph DiGenova, a conservative attorney, is being tapped by the U.S. Justice Department to lead an ongoing criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan.
Midwest, Great Lakes brace for more severe storms
Severe thunderstorms are forecast across the Southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes on Saturday.
2 soldiers attacked by bear during training at Army base in Alaska
Two soldiers from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, were injured in a brown bear attack on Friday during a training session.
Thomas, Alito not planning to retire from Supreme Court this year, sources say
Sources close to Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas tell CBS News neither is planning to retire this year.
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2 soldiers attacked by bear during training at Army base in Alaska
Two soldiers from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, were injured in a brown bear attack on Friday during a training session.
Record U.S. drought sparks fears about wildfires, water and food prices
Meteorologists said the drought is a bad sign for the upcoming wildfire season, food prices and existing water issues.
U.K. man pleads guilty to hacking scheme that stole $8 million
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
Midwest, Great Lakes brace for more severe storms
Severe thunderstorms are forecast across the Southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes on Saturday.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
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Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
Airlines cut routes in response to rising jet fuel costs amid Iran war
Rising jet fuel prices are forcing airlines to cut routes and trim schedules.
Oil prices plummet after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is "completely open"
Prices dropped after Iran's foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open" for the remainder of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
Here's who is spending money on AI subscriptions, and how much they cost
Households are starting to make room in their budgets for spending on generative AI subscriptions, new data shows.
Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
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Lawyer who led effort to overturn 2020 election will oversee probe of ex-CIA director
Joseph DiGenova, a conservative attorney, is being tapped by the U.S. Justice Department to lead an ongoing criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan.
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
U.S. delegation visited Cuba last week as Trump heaped pressure on island
A delegation of senior State Department representatives traveled to Cuba via a U.S. government plane last week, officials said, a diplomatic opening amid intense pressure from the Trump administration.
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Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral.
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.
Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
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Life jacket worn by Titanic passenger who survived auctioned for $900,000
The item is believed to be one of only a handful of Titanic life jackets still in existence, the auction house said.
6 killed after gunman opens fire in Kyiv, Ukrainian officials say
The head of Ukraine's Interior Ministry said the gunman took hostages and spoke to negotiators for 40 minutes before he was shot dead.
Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
Mexico City and Guadalajara are preparing to host World Cup games in June, with protesters denouncing the government's failure to properly investigate the disappearances.
Former chef facing 14 murder charges to plead guilty to aiding suicide
Abetting suicide carries a maximum sentence of 14 years, according to the Canadian Criminal Code.
U.K. police probe arson attack on building formerly housing Jewish charity
There were no injuries reported in connection with the attack, police said Saturday.
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Breaking down the unlikely rise of the PWHL
New York Sirens captain Micah Zandee-Hart and Professional Women's Hockey League executive vice president of hockey operations Jayna Hefford sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss the league's recent increase in popularity.
"Schmigadoon!" prepares for Broadway debut
Cinco Paul, the screenwriter behind hit movies like the "Despicable Me" series and "Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!", sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest project: adapting the hit Apple TV+ series "Schmigadoon!" for Broadway.
The Lone Bellow performs "You Were Leaving"
The Lone Bellow began playing more than 10 years ago and gained a following for their folksy, Brooklyn sound. Now, out with their latest album, "What a Time to Be Alive," here's The Lone Bellow performing "You Were Leaving."
The Lone Bellow performs "No Getting Over You"
The Lone Bellow began playing more than 10 years ago and gained a following for their folksy, Brooklyn sound. Now, out with their latest album, "What a Time to Be Alive," here's The Lone Bellow performing "No Getting Over You."
The Lone Bellow performs "I Did It For Love"
The Lone Bellow began playing more than 10 years ago and gained a following for their folksy, Brooklyn sound. Now, out with their latest album, "What a Time to Be Alive," here's The Lone Bellow performing "I Did It For Love."
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Experts have warning for AI-generated podcasts
Millions of Americans get health information from podcasts. Now, some medical experts are warning about the harmful impacts of misinformation on these programs. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
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.
AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
Key takeaways on Anthropic's new AI model
More concerns are emerging about Anthropic's new Mythos AI model. Matt Shumer, a former AI company founder and CEO, joins CBS News with more details.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
Mexico City and Guadalajara are preparing to host World Cup games in June, with protesters denouncing the government's failure to properly investigate the disappearances.
Former chef facing 14 murder charges to plead guilty to aiding suicide
Abetting suicide carries a maximum sentence of 14 years, according to the Canadian Criminal Code.
U.K. man pleads guilty to hacking scheme that stole $8 million
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
What we know about d4vd's arrest
David Burke, a singer who performs under the name d4vd, is behind bars on suspicion of murder. He was arrested after the body of a 14-year-old girl was found in the trunk of his Tesla in September 2025. Matt Gutman reports.
500 pounds of liquid meth found after Fort Worth crash; 2 dead
Two people were found dead when a minivan carrying nearly 500 pounds of liquid meth worth up to $3 million crashed in a Fort Worth neighborhood.
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Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
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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.
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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The Dish: Tokyo Record Bar
Tokyo Record Bar is nestled in New York City's Greenwich Village near iconic jazz bars like The Blue Note—and for good reason. At the tiny eatery, diners enjoy a prix-fixe menu and get to choose their own music.
Breaking down the unlikely rise of the PWHL
New York Sirens captain Micah Zandee-Hart and Professional Women's Hockey League executive vice president of hockey operations Jayna Hefford sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss the league's recent increase in popularity.
Watch: Trump signs latest executive order
President Trump signed an executive order Saturday that eases restrictions on the research of the psychedelics including the drug ibogaine, which is used in some countries to treat post-traumatic stress disorder.
"Schmigadoon!" prepares for Broadway debut
Cinco Paul, the screenwriter behind hit movies like the "Despicable Me" series and "Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!", sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest project: adapting the hit Apple TV+ series "Schmigadoon!" for Broadway.
Apollo 16 astronaut reflects on NASA's impact
Charles Duke, a former NASA astronaut and Air Force officer who became the youngest person to walk on the moon during the 1972 Apollo 16 mission, sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to reflect on U.S. space exploration amid the recent Artemis II moon mission.