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Iowa
What happened at the Iowa caucuses?
Former President Donald Trump waltzed to his expected victory at the Iowa caucuses Monday night with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis beating out former U.S. ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley for the second-place spot. CBS News' Fin Gómez, Jake Rosen and Aaron Navarro have more on what happened in Iowa and what's coming next on the campaign trail.
Iowa GOP chairman previews caucuses
The Iowa caucuses are the first test of the 2024 race. Jeff Kaufmann, chairman of the Republican Party of Iowa, joins CBS News to unpack the contest.
Winter weather delays flights across U.S.
Millions of Americans are under wind chill alerts as extreme cold weather envelops the U.S. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports.
DeSantis takes second place over Haley in Iowa caucuses
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis finished second in the Iowa caucuses, CBS News projected.
Iowa Democrats are voting by mail-in ballots
Iowa's Democrats will use mail-in ballots for the 2024 presidential caucus. Rita Hart, the chairwoman for the Iowa Democratic Party, joins CBS News with details on the voting process. Also, Caroline Cummings of CBS Minnesota reports on Monday's weather impact on the political events.
How Iowa Republicans feel about Trump
Former President Donald Trump has maintained his lead in Iowa according to polls ahead of Monday's Republican caucuses. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains some of the reasons Republicans in the state have rallied around him, and Des Moines Mayor Connie Boesen joins CBS News with how the state is combating the cold weather.
Haley, DeSantis' Iowa hopes
The campaigns for former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are battling frigid temperatures to make a last-ditch effort before Iowans caucus for the 2024 presidential elections. CBS News campaign reporters Aaron Navarro and Olivia Rinaldi have the latest.
Iowa voters facing record-cold temperatures
Record low temperatures may complicate plans for voters planning to caucus in Iowa Monday night. CBS News White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe is following the latest step in the 2024 presidential elections, while CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the latest polling data. Also, KCCI meteorologist Jon Rivas looks at the weather forecast for Monday's caucuses.
Trump's final push in Iowa
Donald Trump is polling miles ahead of his competition in Iowa where voters will caucus Monday night. Former Trump administration deputy press secretary Hogan Gidley joined CBS News to discuss Trump's lead and his final message for the Hawkeye State.
Iowa caucuses predicted to be coldest ever
Temperatures will be below 0 for most of Iowa as voters caucus Monday night in the first contest of the 2024 presidential election. Meteorologist Jon Rivas has a look at the forecast and Craig Bargfrede, winter operations administrator for the Iowa Department of Transportation, joined CBS News with an update on road conditions across the state.
Ramaswamy's campaign prospects after Iowa
Vivek Ramaswamy is polling in the single digits but has implored his supporters to brave frigid temperatures and show up at Monday night's Iowa caucuses. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has more on the Ramaswamy campaign.
Trump, Haley, DeSantis polling ahead of Biden
President Biden's reelection campaign is boasting big fundraising numbers, but Mr. Biden is falling short in one-on-one polling against the possible Republican presidential nominees. Michael Tyler, communications director for the Biden campaign, joined CBS News to discuss the president's reelection bid.
Iowa voters and immigration
Immigration has been one of the main topics for Republican candidates speaking with voters ahead of the Iowa caucuses. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil reports on why it's such an important issue for a state more than 1,000 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border.
DeSantis previews 2024 Iowa caucuses
The 2024 presidential election officially kicks off tonight with the Iowa caucuses. Florida's Republican governor and presidential candidate Ron DeSantis joins Tony Dokoupil for a chat before tonight's first test.
Immigration a top issue for Iowa voters
Iowa is more than 1,000 miles away from America's southern border. But immigration and border control will be a major issue in tonight's Republican caucus. Tony Dokoupil talks to voters about why that is.
Economic concerns dominating Iowa caucuses
Voters across Iowa say the economy is one of the biggest priorities when choosing between the crop of presidential candidates. Stephen Gruber-Miller, statehouse and politics reporter at the Des Moines Register, joined CBS News to discuss candidates' messaging around the economy and why voter perception may not line up with some of the positive economic data that's come out over the past year.
What to expect in the Iowa caucuses
The CBS News political team is on the ground in Iowa as voters are about to kick off the 2024 presidential election. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil is joined by Ed O'Keefe and Robert Costa to break down what's at stake in the Iowa caucuses.
GOP candidates campaign ahead of Iowa caucuses
Republican presidential candidates are making their final plea to Iowa voters ahead of the caucuses Monday night, which could see lower turnout due to dangerously cold weather. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Iowa caucuses tonight: Here's what to know
The 2024 election will see its first ballots Monday night at the Iowa caucuses. Donald Trump still leads the Republicans vying for president, while Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis are hoping for strong showings to keep their campaigns alive. CBS News campaign reporters Taurean Small, Olivia Rinaldi and Aaron Navarro have reports from all the campaigns. And CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has a look at where the candidates are polling.
Principal who protected kids during shooting dies
Iowa high school principal Dan Marburger, who shielded students during a shooting at the school earlier in January, has died, his wife said on social media.
Iowa principal dies days after Perry High School shooting
Principal Dan Marburger was critically wounded during a Jan. 4 attack when a 17-year-old shooter opened fire at Perry High School, killing a student and injuring several others.
GOP candidates contend with Iowa winter storm
Heavy snow and subfreezing temperatures have created major campaign challenges for Republican candidates in the final weekend before the Iowa caucuses. The frontrunner, former President Donald Trump, remained comfortably far away from Iowa's polar plains Saturday. Major Garrett reports from Des Moines.
Storm impacting GOP race ahead of Iowa caucuses
Just three days before the Iowa caucuses, the state is seeing whiteout conditions and bone-chilling cold, with a blizzard warning set to take effect Saturday. The bad weather has forced Republican contenders to adapt, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley canceling a series of events. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Is Iowa a must-win state for GOP candidates?
Ron DeSantis' 2024 campaign manager, James Uthmeier, told CBS News Thursday he doesn't think Iowa is "a must-win state," just days ahead of the caucuses. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne join CBS News to share their views on Iowa and the state of the 2024 presidential campaign.
Trump trial hears witness testimony about "catch and kill" scheme
Jurors in Donald Trump's trial in New York heard testimony from a former media executive about his efforts to bury negative stories about Trump before the 2016 presidential election.
Ex-cop accused of murder, abduction found with gunshot wound to head
The former officer, Elias Huizar, is suspected of killing two women and abducting a child in central Washington.
George Santos says he's withdrawing his run for Congress. Here's why.
Former New York Rep. George Santos is no longer running for Congress, he announced Tuesday on X.
Douglas DC-4 plane crashes in Alaska, officials say
The Federal Aviation Administration said the aircraft was carrying two people at the time.
Justice Department reaches settlement with Larry Nassar victims
Over 100 victims of Larry Nassar, who was convicted of sexual abuse and child pornography, will receive a settlement from the Justice Department.
Aid for Ukraine and Israel, possible TikTok ban advance in Senate
The Senate advanced the foreign aid package, which includes a provision that could lead to a ban on TikTok, after months of disagreement in Congress.
Remains of missing girl, mom found after man's deathbed confession
Larry Webb confessed to shooting and killing Susan and Natasha "Alex" Carter, who had been missing for 24 years, officials said.
Donald Trump is about to become $1.3 billion richer. Here's why.
Former President Donald Trump could receive a large windfall from his newly public media company, Trump Media & Technology Group.
The top 5 moments from Coachella 2024
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Trump trial hears witness testimony about "catch and kill" scheme
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's trial in New York heard testimony from a former media executive about his efforts to bury negative stories about Trump before the 2016 presidential election.
American tourist facing prison in Turks and Caicos over ammo in luggage
Ryan Watson could face at least 12 years in prison in Turks and Caicos after airport security allegedly found four rounds of hunting ammo in his carry-on.
United Methodists open first high-level conference since LGBTQ disaffiliations
This will be the first General Conference since more than 7,600 mostly conservative congregations left the United Methodist Church between 2019 and 2023.
Tesla profits plunge as automaker grapples with slumping EV sales
Tesla reports slide in earnings and revenue, but investors cheered by pledge to accelerate rollout of cheaper vehicles.
Pelosi says Netanyahu "should resign"
"He's ultimately responsible," former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Tesla profits plunge as automaker grapples with slumping EV sales
Tesla reports slide in earnings and revenue, but investors cheered by pledge to accelerate rollout of cheaper vehicles.
FTC bans noncompetes, making it easier for millions of workers to quit
Regulators prohibit new noncompetes, which impede millions of U.S. workers from getting a better job.
Amazon rolls out grocery delivery for Prime members, SNAP recipients
Customers who rely on government assistance programs can get same perks as Prime members, for less.
UnitedHealth paid ransom after massive Change Healthcare cyberattack
UnitedHealth said it paid the criminals behind attack that crippled hospitals and pharmacies to protect sensitive patient data.
Donald Trump is about to become $1.2 billion richer. Here's why.
Former President Donald Trump could receive a large windfall from his newly public media company, Trump Media & Technology Group.
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Trump trial hears witness testimony about "catch and kill" scheme
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's trial in New York heard testimony from a former media executive about his efforts to bury negative stories about Trump before the 2016 presidential election.
Pelosi says Netanyahu "should resign"
"He's ultimately responsible," former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
George Santos says he's withdrawing his run for Congress. Here's why.
Former New York Rep. George Santos is no longer running for Congress, he announced Tuesday on X.
Timeline: How Trump's immunity case got to the Supreme Court
Trump's bid for sweeping immunity lands before the Supreme Court, which will hear a case Thursday over whether he can face federal charges related to an alleged effort to overturn the 2020 election.
FTC bans noncompetes, making it easier for millions of workers to quit
Regulators prohibit new noncompetes, which impede millions of U.S. workers from getting a better job.
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UnitedHealth paid ransom after massive Change Healthcare cyberattack
UnitedHealth said it paid the criminals behind attack that crippled hospitals and pharmacies to protect sensitive patient data.
How to spot ticks and get rid of them as warm weather raises risk
Warmer weather is prime time for ticks that can carry Lyme disease and other illnesses. Here's how to spot them and get rid of them.
Tire toxicity faces fresh scrutiny after salmon die-offs
Tires emit huge volumes of particles and chemicals as they roll along the highway, and researchers are only beginning to understand the threat. One byproduct of tire use, 6PPD-q, is in regulators' crosshairs after it was found to be killing fish.
Climate change a health risk for 70% of world's workers, UN warns
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
Rural jails turn to community health workers to help the newly released succeed
To reduce recidivism, some rural counties are hiring community health workers or peer support specialists to connect people leaving custody to mental health, substance use treatment, medical services and jobs.
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American tourist facing prison in Turks and Caicos over ammo in luggage
Ryan Watson could face at least 12 years in prison in Turks and Caicos after airport security allegedly found four rounds of hunting ammo in his carry-on.
United Methodists open first high-level conference since LGBTQ disaffiliations
This will be the first General Conference since more than 7,600 mostly conservative congregations left the United Methodist Church between 2019 and 2023.
Pelosi says Netanyahu "should resign"
"He's ultimately responsible," former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
1.4 tons of cocaine confiscated in one of Sweden's biggest ever seizures
Six men have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in the drug's transport, a Swedish customs official said.
Why the U.S. is investigating an ultra-Orthodox Israeli army battalion
The Netzah Yehuda Battalion of the Israel Defense Forces has faced criticism for its conduct. Will the U.S. take action?
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The top 5 moments from Coachella 2024
Surprise guests, a broken foot and a history-making headliner.
Eric Church transforms hardship into harmony at new Nashville hotspot
Eric Church is revered as one of country music's most respected figures, often described as Nashville's renegade. But he admits that even after his success, he sometimes still sees himself as an outsider.
Aaron Carter's previously unheard music to help kids mental health nonprofit
Angel Carter Conrad talks about her brother Aaron Carter, his death and how she hopes his legacy and previously unheard music can help others.
Bebe Neuwirth returns to Broadway
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress Bebe Neuwirth is back on Broadway, starring as Fraulein Schneider in the new revival of "Cabaret."
Chanel Miller on finding joy with new book
Chanel Miller, celebrated for her profound memoir "Know My Name," steps into a new creative realm with her children's book, "Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All." The story, both written and illustrated by Miller, follows two young friends on an adventurous quest through New York City to return misplaced socks from Magnolia's parents' laundromat.
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NASA's Voyager 1 fixed from billions of miles away
NASA's Voyager 1, the first spacecraft to travel beyond our solar system, has started sending information back to Earth again after scientists managed to fix the probe from 15 billion miles away.
Amazon rolls out grocery delivery for Prime members, SNAP recipients
Customers who rely on government assistance programs can get same perks as Prime members, for less.
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.
National security concerns over microchips
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo is at the center of a global competition for semiconductor dominance. It's a battle that also puts her at the center of two of the hottest global national security hotspots. Lesley Stahl of 60 Minutes spoke with Raimondo for the broadcast.
TikTok ban clears key hurdle in the Senate. Here's what could happen next.
Senators give the green light to a foreign aid package that includes a possible ban on TikTok in the U.S. Here's what experts say could happen next.
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Biden considers climate emergency declaration
The White House is considering declaring a national climate emergency to unlock federal powers and stifle oil development, according to a Bloomberg report. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is announcing several projects this Earth Week. Columbia University Climate School professor Dr. Melissa Lott joins with analysis.
NASA's Voyager 1 fixed from billions of miles away
NASA's Voyager 1, the first spacecraft to travel beyond our solar system, has started sending information back to Earth again after scientists managed to fix the probe from 15 billion miles away.
Biden's climate change policies
Relatively few Americans say they know a lot about President Biden's initiatives to combat climate change, according to a CBS News poll. Carolyn Kissane, a New York University global affairs associate dean and professor, joins CBS News with more on Biden's climate policies.
Photo of Titanic iceberg up for auction
A photo taken two days after the sinking of the RMS Titanic apparently shows the iceberg that doomed the so-called unsinkable ship in 1912. CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
Inside efforts to save sharks from extinction
Despite how terrifying sharks might seem, the creatures are critical to the survival of the world's oceans. Oceans generate 50% of the oxygen on the planet and absorb 90% of excess heat created by global warming. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy spoke with conservationists in the Bahamas.
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How romance scams turn victims into abettors
CBS News is investigating a growing number of fraud cases known as romance scams. Chief investigative correspondent Jim Axelrod explains how victims can unknowingly become perpetrators in the very scams they fall prey to.
Romance scam victims become unwitting accomplices
Jim Axelrod dives into the world of romance scams, showing how sometimes the victims can also become unwitting accomplices in the scammers' financial crimes.
Family friend indicted for murder in death of 11-year-old Texas girl
Don Steven McDougal, a family friend, was indicted by a Polk County grand jury in connection with the death of an 11-year-old girl.
1.4 tons of cocaine confiscated in one of Sweden's biggest ever seizures
Six men have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in the drug's transport, a Swedish customs official said.
Remains of missing girl, mom found after man's deathbed confession
Larry Webb confessed to shooting and killing Susan and Natasha "Alex" Carter, who had been missing for 24 years, officials said.
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Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
Astronaut on eclipse, private spaceflight
In two weeks, Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is scheduled to launch its first piloted test flight, bringing two veteran NASA astronauts to the International Space Station. Astronaut Matt Dominick joined CBS News from the ISS to talk about the mission and life in space.
Could some species dying on Earth be saved in outer space?
A process called cryopreservation allows cells to remain frozen but alive for hundreds of years. For some animal cells, the moon is the closest place that's cold enough.
Lyrid meteor shower to peak tonight. Here's what to know
The Lyrid meteor show is set to peak as the week begins.
When and where you can see April's Pink Moon
April's full moon, known as the Pink Moon, will reach peak illumination on Tuesday, but it will appear full from Monday morning through Thursday morning.
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How romance scams turn victims into abettors
CBS News is investigating a growing number of fraud cases known as romance scams. Chief investigative correspondent Jim Axelrod explains how victims can unknowingly become perpetrators in the very scams they fall prey to.
Biden considers climate emergency declaration
The White House is considering declaring a national climate emergency to unlock federal powers and stifle oil development, according to a Bloomberg report. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is announcing several projects this Earth Week. Columbia University Climate School professor Dr. Melissa Lott joins with analysis.
More teachers are quitting, researchers say
Teachers are in short supply in the U.S., and researchers say there's declining job satisfaction among those who remain. CBS News reporter Bo Erickson examines what's behind the problems.
Russia to up attacks on Ukraine arms storage
The U.S. is close to delivering a $61 billion aid package to the Ukrainian military, and Russia's defense minister said Tuesday that Moscow would ramp up its own weapons production in response. William Taylor, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, joins CBS News to discuss.
Romance scam victims become unwitting accomplices
Jim Axelrod dives into the world of romance scams, showing how sometimes the victims can also become unwitting accomplices in the scammers' financial crimes.