Tornado outbreak
Dozens of tornadoes touched down in Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin, and severe thunderstorms have been hitting the region as well. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz joins CBSN from Prairieville, Iowa, with details.
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Trump rally
President Trump slammed some members of Congress at a campaign-style rally in Iowa lat night. CBS News White House and senior foriegn affiars correspondent Margaret Brennan joins CBSN with more on his remarks.
Trump unleashes at Iowa rally
President Trump went to Iowa Wednesday to mock the people back in Washington. Mr. Trump used his first campaign-style rally since April to let out his frustration over ongoing investigations and his treatment by the press. Margaret Brennan reports.
Trump in Iowa
President Trump held a campaign-style rally in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on Wednesday. Mr. Trump spoke about his healthcare plan, said he was working to cut taxes, and talked about eliminating "job-killing" regulations on businesses. Watch his full remarks.
"Front Row Joes"
They call themselves the "Front Row Joes," Trump supporters so steadfast they camp out for hours, even days, ahead of a presidential appearance. They applaud President Trump's fight against his perceived adversaries. Dean Reynolds spoke to them, and reports from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Trump visiting Iowa
President Trump will hold a rally in Iowa tonight. Political columnist for the Des Moines Register, Kathie Orbadovich, joins CBSN to talk about what to expect.
Kids rescue dad
Matt Gannaway of Marshalltown, Iowa, is recovering after his kids helped him after a shed fell on him while he was tearing it down. CBS affiliate KCCI-TV's Steffani Nolte has the family's story.
Angry voters confront GOP lawmakers
During the House recess, Republican lawmakers are facing angry constituents in town halls across the country. Dean Reynolds sat in on Iowa Rep. Rod Blum's town hall event, where tensions were high -- but he got off relatively easily compared to some of his GOP colleagues.
Tornadoes tear through Midwest
Many people in the Midwest are waking up to extensive damage from dozens of tornadoes. At least 29 possible tornadoes were reported in Kansas, Illinois, Iowa and Missouri. More than a dozen people were hurt. Stephanie Kayser from CBS affiliate KCTV reports from near Kansas City.
President-elect's transition
President-Elect Donald Trump spoke in Michigan on his fourth stop on his "Thank You" tour. Trump spoke in light of the recent announcement that Rudy Giuliani was no longer in consideration for Secretary of State. Roll Call columnist Jon Allen spoke with CBSN about Trump's latest moves.
Trump full speech in IA
President-elect Donald Trump took his "Thank You" tour to Iowa and addressed his supporters in the state for the first time since his victory on Election Day. See his full remarks here.
Iowa ambush details
Officials have captured the man suspected of shooting two Iowa police officers in a deadly ambush. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joins CBSN with the latest details.
Two Iowa cops killed
Officials say two Iowa police officers were ambushed overnight and shot dead. The first killing happened in Urbandale, and the other was in Des Moines. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Trump on the offensive
Donald Trump spoke about his plan to revamp the government agenda by dismantling the Obama administration's policies in front of an energetic crowd in Council Bluffs, Iowa on Wednesday. Trump also went on the offensive saying Hillary Clinton "has done nothing." Watch the video for more.
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Hillary Clinton's poll numbers peaked in mid-August, with Donald Trump gaining ever since; An image of First Lady Michelle Obama embracing former president George W. Bush at the opening of the National Museum of African American History and Culture on Saturday soon went viral
Iowa flooding
Thousands have fled homes and businesses in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. After days of heavy rain, the Cedar River is overflowing, and is expected to crest Tuesday morning about seven feet above major flood stage, reports Scott Pelley.
Battleground polls
The latest polls show Donald Trump cutting into Hillary Clinton's lead. Now, he's focusing on key states like Florida, Iowa, and Ohio. CBS News elections director Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN with the details.
Chuck Grassley touts Senate Judiciary wins
The Iowa senator discussed the accomplishments of the Senate Judiciary Committee, which he chairs
Violent storms are racing through the Southern Plains, with at least one tornado tearing through the Oklahoma countryside Monday evening
Violent storms are racing through the Southern Plains, with at least one tornado tearing through the Oklahoma countryside Monday evening. Severe weather threatens more than 40 million people, from the Gulf Coast up to Iowa. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Spike Gjerde was born in Iowa farm country and was late-arriving at his decision to cook for a living
Spike Gjerde was born in Iowa farm country and was late-arriving at his decision to cook for a living. His restaurants in Baltimore benefit from his close relationships with farmers and fishermen in and around the Chesapeake Bay. He runs a variety of food-related businesses in Baltimore including Woodberry Kitchen restaurant which earned him a James Beard award. Gjerde joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss his journey to becoming a chef and cooking philosophy.
GOP presidential candidate and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz defends his showing in South Carolina, despite losing to front-runner Donald Trump. The full interview aired on CBS’ “Face the Nation” on February 21, 2016
GOP presidential candidate and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz defends his showing in South Carolina, despite losing to front-runner Donald Trump. Cruz says there is “no doubt” that competitors Donald Trump and Sen. Marco Rubio “got very nasty” in their personal attacks on his integrity. Nonetheless, Cruz remains encouraged by his first place victory among young voters in Iowa and South Carolina. The full interview aired on CBS’ “Face the Nation” on February 21, 2016.
In an interview with CBS News' Major Garrett, the Florida senator slammed his GOP presidential rival for spreading false rumors about Ben Carson dropping out of the race during last week's Iowa caucuses
In an interview with CBS News' Major Garrett, the Florida senator slammed his GOP presidential rival for spreading false rumors about Ben Carson dropping out of the race during last week's Iowa caucuses
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the February 2, 2016 edition
Donald Trump will be looking to make a comeback in New England after losing to Ted Cruz in the Iowa caucuses; There is something else to look forward to besides the game during this Sunday's Super Bowl
As Iowans went out to polling sites to caucus for their preferred presidential primary candidates, Facebook tracked the most talked about candidates and issues online
As Iowans went out to polling sites to caucus for their preferred presidential primary candidates, Facebook tracked the most talked about candidates and issues online. Facebook Data Editor Robert D'Onofrio broke down the social media discussion with CBSN's Elaine Quijano
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," looks at how the Iowa caucuses have changed the dynamic of the Republican Party primary race
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," looks at how the Iowa caucuses have changed the dynamic of the Republican Party primary race.
GOP senators press Blanche on "anti-weaponization fund" in tense meeting
Some Republican senators openly expressed their concerns about the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization fund" in a tense meeting.
Several people watched San Diego attack live on video calls, recordings show
At least three people watched a livestream as gunmen filmed their deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. One viewer urged another to alert law enforcement, but it is not clear if anyone did.
Epstein island trespasser says he was hog-tied, thrown into "dungeon"
Little St. James in the Virgin Islands has attracted seekers lured by tales of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
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Iran mulls latest U.S. proposal as Trump says war is in "final stages"
Iran says it's considering the latest U.S. peace offer, as President Trump says he's willing to wait "a couple of days" for a response.
NASCAR star Kyle Busch dies at 41 after a severe illness, his family says
Kyle Busch's family earlier Thursday announced he had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
Stephen Colbert takes stage of "The Late Show" one last time
Stephen Colbert said goodbye to "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
Zelenskyy confirmed his most famous quote. I got pushback for reporting it.
Whether Zelenskyy had in fact uttered the line "I need ammunition — not a ride" was disputed by the Biden administration when I reported it. Now, the Ukrainian leader has confirmed he said it.
Is Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization fund" legal? Experts weigh in.
The new fund raised immediate questions about its legality, implementation and enforcement.
Navy's acting secretary says Taiwan arms sale put on "pause" over Iran war
The acting secretary of the U.S. Navy said Thursday that arm sales to Taiwan had been put on "pause" to ensure that the American military had sufficient munitions for its Iran operations.
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Stephen Colbert takes stage of "The Late Show" one last time
Stephen Colbert said goodbye to "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
GOP senators press Blanche on "anti-weaponization fund" in tense meeting
Some Republican senators openly expressed their concerns about the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization fund" in a tense meeting Thursday with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
Several people watched San Diego attack live on video calls, recordings show
At least three people watched a livestream as gunmen filmed their deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. One viewer urged another to alert law enforcement, but it is not clear if anyone did.
Sister of Cuban military conglomerate chief arrested in Florida, Rubio says
The sister of the head of a company that is accused of having close ties to Cuban government operations has been arrested in Miami, federal authorities announced.
NASCAR star Kyle Busch dies at 41 after a severe illness, his family says
Kyle Busch's family earlier Thursday announced he had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
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Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
Consumers are still spending, but cracks are starting to show
Shoppers continue to open their pocketbooks, boosting retailers like Walmart, even as inflation jumps to its highest level in three years.
Summer air travel could be rough. Here's how travelers can prepare.
A new report finds that on-time flight arrivals are at their worst level since 2014, with fuel costs and weather adding to summer travel risks.
Record 274 climbers scale Nepal's side of Mount Everest in single day
A record 274 climbers scaled the Nepal side of Mount Everest in a single day, officials said. They took advantage of clear weather.
World Cup expected to generate more in sports bets than the Super Bowl
Americans are expected to wager more than $3 billion amid the expansion of legalized sports betting in the U.S.
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Navy's acting secretary says Taiwan arms sale put on "pause" over Iran war
The acting secretary of the U.S. Navy said Thursday that arm sales to Taiwan had been put on "pause" to ensure that the American military had sufficient munitions for its Iran operations.
GOP senators press Blanche on "anti-weaponization fund" in tense meeting
Some Republican senators openly expressed their concerns about the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization fund" in a tense meeting Thursday with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
Sister of Cuban military conglomerate chief arrested in Florida, Rubio says
The sister of the head of a company that is accused of having close ties to Cuban government operations has been arrested in Miami, federal authorities announced.
Trump lawyer-turned-critic Michael Cohen to apply for "anti-weaponization fund"
Michael Cohen, a Trump lawyer-turned-critic, is planning to apply for money from the Justice Department's new "anti-weaponization fund," he told CBS News.
Zelenskyy confirmed his most famous quote. I got pushback for reporting it.
Whether Zelenskyy had in fact uttered the line "I need ammunition — not a ride" was disputed by the Biden administration when I reported it. Now, the Ukrainian leader has confirmed he said it.
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New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
U.S. steps up Ebola prevention efforts
The U.S. is stepping up efforts to prevent Ebola from entering the country through its airports, with one flight diverted to Canada on Wednesday evening. Ian Lee reports from Detroit.
U.S. doctor with Ebola feared he "wasn't going to make it" before evacuation
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with the missionary group Serge in Congo when he was infected with Ebola.
Is "fibermaxxing" good for your health?
Health and fitness influencers are pushing people to consume more fiber. Keri Glassman, Nutritious Life founder and CEO, joins with her take.
Vanessa Trump announces cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump announced on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is working with her doctors on a treatment plan.
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Navy's acting secretary says Taiwan arms sale put on "pause" over Iran war
The acting secretary of the U.S. Navy said Thursday that arm sales to Taiwan had been put on "pause" to ensure that the American military had sufficient munitions for its Iran operations.
Epstein island trespasser says he was hog-tied, thrown into "dungeon"
Little St. James in the Virgin Islands has attracted seekers lured by tales of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
U.S. doctor with Ebola feared he "wasn't going to make it" before evacuation
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with the missionary group Serge in Congo when he was infected with Ebola.
Divers killed in Maldives cave may have taken wrong tunnel: "No way out"
Finnish divers found the Italians in a corridor with a dead end inside the cave complex, Italy's la Repubblica daily reported.
Ukraine ups security as Russia holds nuclear strike drills with Belarus
Russia says "nuclear munitions" sent to Belarus for joint drills in the country that Moscow used as a launchpad for its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
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Stephen Colbert takes stage of "The Late Show" one last time
Stephen Colbert said goodbye to "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
All 24 "Survivor 50" castaways discuss season
Throughout the airing of "Survivor 50," castaways joined "CBS Mornings" to discuss their time on the show. In this marathon, relive the twists and turns and hear from all 24 contestants about what it was like to be a part of the 50th season.
"Survivor 50" finalists discuss strategy, how they planned to win
Aubry won the record $2 million prize for earning 8-of-11 votes in Wednesday night's finale of "Survivor 50."
"Survivor 50" players on game strategies
"Survivor" host Jeff Probst joins Gayle King and the top five contestants from "Survivor 50" after the jury crowned a winner in the legendary game.
Survivor 50 winner describes show experience
(Warning: spoiler alert!) The "Survivor 50" final five contestants join Gayle King to discuss the season finale.
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Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins 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.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
Trump postponing AI executive order "because I didn't like what I was seeing"
President Trump said he doesn't want to "do anything that's going to get in the way" of leading the world on the technology.
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Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
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Several people watched San Diego attack live on video calls, recordings show
At least three people watched a livestream as gunmen filmed their deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. One viewer urged another to alert law enforcement, but it is not clear if anyone did.
Epstein island trespasser says he was hog-tied, thrown into "dungeon"
Little St. James in the Virgin Islands has attracted seekers lured by tales of Jeffrey Epstein's private island.
Tennessee stops execution after failing to find vein for lethal drugs
Tennessee called off the planned execution of Tony Carruthers on Thursday, his attorney said.
Charges dismissed for ex-official at school where 6-year-old shot teacher
A judge has dismissed all charges against a former school administrator accused of ignoring warnings about a 6-year-old with a gun.
Arrest made in Connecticut 40 years after woman's murder in Virginia
The body of 22-year-old Roberta Walls was found in a field in Virginia Beach on the morning of May 15, 1986.
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SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Single Gen Z women buying more homes than men
Data from the National Association of Realtors shows that 35% of single women ages 18 to 26 are buying homes compared to just 18% of single Gen Z men. However, as a whole, the age group is struggling to keep up with others when it comes to owning a home. Jessica Lautz, the deputy chief economist at the National Association of Realtors, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
What's stopping potential U.S.-Iran peace deal?
The Iranian government is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal to end the war. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean analyzes the situation.
A theater summer camp for adults
Summer Camp isn't just for kids anymore. Each year, more adults are heading back to camp for a chance to sing, dance and take a break from burnout. Gwen Baumgardner unpacks the growing trend for grown-ups.
DNC releases 2024 election autopsy
The Democratic National Committee has released the long-awaited autopsy report on its 2024 election loss. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne breaks down the results.
Judges onboarded for deportation cases
CBS News has learned that the Trump administration brought on more than 80 new federal immigration judges this week to speed up deportation cases. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the exclusive report.