Halloween prices scare shoppers
With Halloween pricing up, Ash-har Quraishi shares tips to save.
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Analyzing the Latino vote
Ken Salazar, a former U.S. secretary of the interior, shares his perspective on how Latino communities could shape the results of the midterm elections.
Political strategists on midterms
Mere days remain until Americans decide the balance of power in the midterm elections. Republican strategist Kevin Sheridan and Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha weigh in.
Fed holds interest rates steady
The Federal Reserve has decided to hold interest rates steady despite high inflation. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has more.
Fed holds interest rates steady
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday after raising borrowing costs in September to clamp down on inflation. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady breaks it down.
Is the Federal Reserve likely to raise interest rates today?
Fed officials will unveil their latest interest rate move this week, following the September rate hike, the first in three years.
Democratic strategist on 2026 midterms
Early voting is underway in some states. Ameshia Cross, a Democratic strategist who also served as a communications adviser on former President Barack Obama's 2012 reelection campaign, weighs in on the 2026 midterm elections.
Trump's gas stocks rise amid Iran war
The value of President Trump's personal oil and gas stock holdings has nearly doubled since his war with Iran began, according to a report by Democrats on the Congressional Joint Economic Committee. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Local Mississippi reporter on voter sentiment
President Trump is visiting Mississippi on Monday, a historically bright-red state that he won in 2024, when he gained more than 60% of the vote. Ashton Pittman, a news editor for the Mississippi Free Press, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the midterm elections there.
New poll on why Democrats, Republicans are voting
The midterms are days away, and new polling data suggests voters are heading to the polls over certain issues. CBS News' Fin Gómez, Nancy Cordes and Ed O'Keefe have the latest.
Latest news as midterm campaigns heat up
Recent CBS News polling shows affordability and inflation concerns continue to matter to voters ahead of the midterms. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
Restaurants closing over high costs, low sales
In the first six months of 2026, more than 7,500 restaurant locations have closed nationwide. Mark Strassmann reports that rising costs and declining sales are forcing some to make tough decisions.
Farmer reacts to Trump's relief fund
American farmers are struggling with high prices as the Iran war and the Trump administration's tariffs drive up costs. President Trump announced an $8 billion relief fund for farmers ahead of the midterm elections. Founder and president of the National Black Farmers Association John Boyd Jr. shares his thoughts.
Trump rallies in red states
President Trump continues campaigning for Republicans as Election Day nears. CBS News' Kathryn Watson reports.
Warren warns of "food insecurity crisis" from SNAP cuts and prices
Sen. Elizabeth Warren is urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture to reverse cuts to the food-stamp program as consumers shoulder $22 billion in additional food costs.
San Diego mayor on affordability crisis
Americans are struggling with rising prices as the Iran war worsens economic issues. Mayor Todd Gloria of San Diego, California, speaks about his "National Affordability Tour" as part of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Trump rallies in North Carolina
President Trump downplayed economic issues at a rally in North Carolina. In Ohio, Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy released a highly criticized attack ad against his Democratic rival Amy Acton. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.
Sky-high air travel costs this holiday season
This holiday travel season is expected to be the most expensive in years. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more.
Texas races heat up as early voting begins
Early voting has begun in Texas, a state with many closely watched midterm races. The Texas Tribune politics reporter Kayla Guo shares her insights.
Trump's messaging to Kansas voters
President Trump urged his supporters to turn out for Republican candidates at a rally in Kansas, where he also announced relief funds for farmers affected by inflation and the war in Iran. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Vance's stunning response about Iran
President Trump is headed to Kansas to rally Republican voters ahead of the midterms. This comes as Vice President JD Vance also seeks GOP momentum for the November elections. Vance joined CBS News for a town hall. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Vance talks economy at town hall
In response to a question from a woman who says her small business is struggling in today's economy, Vice President JD Vance said it will take time to turn things around. "It's going to take more than 18 months to fix things and turn 'em around," Vance said in a CBS News "Things that Matter" town hall with Tony Dokoupil.
Heating oil prices skyrocket in Maine
Along with diesel and gas, the price of heating oil is up, and no state depends on it more than Maine. Meg Oliver spoke with residents there, now forced to make some tough decisions.
Unpacking the most recent inflation data
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down the key points on the most recent CPI data and how inflation may continue to impact your wallet.
Trump insists inflation is low
U.S. inflation outpaced economists' predictions in September's CPI report. Despite this, President Trump insisted that the economy is doing well. Meanwhile, Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico spoke at a town hall. CBS News' Kathryn Watson and Taurean Small report.
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Trump says Iran war will be put away very soon: "One way or the other"
