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The life and legacy of Colin Powell, the first Black secretary of state and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was honored at a funeral service at Washington's National Cathedral today. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more on the impact Powell leaves behind.
President Biden and the House Democratic leadership are pushing for a vote on infrastructure and social spending bills Friday, but some moderates are still withholding their votes. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what comes next.
New OSHA regulations are "unconstitutional, unlawful and unwise," argues one state attorney general joining the suit.
Ambassador Daniel Foote opens up for the first time since quitting in protest of the Biden administration's policies on Haiti, and immigration.
The new version now contains a provision that had been dropped, paid leave, and also includes a tax break for wealthier Americans.
House Democrats are working to pass President Biden's social spending and infrastructure bills. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on the latest from Capitol Hill. Then Siobhan Hughes, a congressional reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
House Democrats had hoped to pass the Biden administration's major social spending and climate bill this week, but leadership is still trying to nail down support. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, CBS News' Natalie Brand and the Washington Post's chief correspondent Dan Balz join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
A division within the Biden Administration is leading the U.S. to embrace Trump-era border policies. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya Galvez talks with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the root of the debate.
Virginia's tight gubernatorial election between Democrat and former Governor Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin was one of the most closely watched races in the nation. Elena Schneider, national political reporter for Politico, joined Elaine Quijano and Major Garrett to discuss.
President Biden on Thursday stressed the importance of finishing the job and taking advantage of ending the pandemic. Ed O'Keefe reports.
CBS News projects Governor Phil Murphy has won reelection in New Jersey. New Jersey-based political analyst Steve Adubato joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
Tax hikes in the Build Back Better bill include a surtax on multimillionaires and taxes on stock buybacks, among others.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says four weeks of paid family and medical leave are back in the Democrats' social programs and climate change bill, after it was previously cut. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joined CBSN with the latest on the negotiations and other news from Capitol Hill.
Republican Glenn Youngkin is the projected winner of the Virginia gubernatorial election, while the race for governor of New Jersey remains a dead heat. That's prompting questions about whether Democrats can keep their congressional majority in the 2022 midterms. CBS News' Michael George reports and Joel Benenson, founder of Benenson Strategy Group and a former member of the Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama campaigns, joined CBSN with analysis of Tuesday night's elections.
Democrats are still working to pass two key pieces of legislation, President Biden's social spending plan and the bipartisan infrastructure bill. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Wednesday that Democrats will add paid leave back to the social spending bill. Congressman Andy Levin, a Democrat from Michigan and a deputy whip of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, joined CBSN and spoke to Tanya Rivero about the legislation and his takeaway from the Virginia and New Jersey governor's races.
Polls in Ohio are closed and voters await the results of two special congressional races. Haley BeMiller, a political reporter covering state government and politics for USA Today Network's Ohio bureau, joins CBSN's election coverage.
President Biden took questions from reporters as he wrapped up his appearance at the U.N. climate summit known as COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland. He spoke about U.S. policies to address climate change, the role of Russia and China, and the challenges of getting his domestic agenda through Congress. Norah O'Donnell anchors CBS News Special Report coverage.
President Biden and other world leaders pledged to cut methane pollution by at least 30% and reverse deforestation by 2030. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Around 120 world leaders, including President Joe Biden, are gathered in Glasgow to finalize rules pertaining to the Paris agreement. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Mark Phillips reports from Glasgow and Madison River Group president Thomas Armstrong joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to explain the importance of this crucial climate summit.
China and Russia chose not to attend the United Nations climate conference attended by more than 100 other world leaders.
Election Day is the final day for Virginians to cast a vote for governor for either former Democratic Governor Terry McAuliffe or first-time candidate Republican Glenn Youngkin. More than 1.1 million Virginians have cast early ballots. Stephen Farnsworth, a professor of political science and international affairs at the University of Mary Washington, breaks down the latest.
Voting is underway in state and local elections across the U.S., including closely-watched governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey. CBSN's Tanya Rivero is joined by CBS News political analyst and opinion columnist for The New York Times, Jamelle Bouie, and former RNC communications director, Doug Heye.
On Day 2 of the U.N. climate change conference, President Biden discussed plans to conserve forests, cut methane emissions and work on infrastructure in developing countries. Elise Labott, a columnist for Foreign Policy magazine, joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss what could come of these pledges and the response from world leaders.
Spongy, decaying vegetation around the world has safely stored carbon dioxide for centuries, but it's losing ground. But the real value of the sodden peat is finally being recognized.
Biden apologized because Trump "pulled out of the Paris Accord and put us sort of behind the eight ball," he said during a climate summit in Glasgow.
"You come first," declares the new anchor of the Evening News. "Not advertisers. Not politicians. Not corporate interests — including the new owners of CBS."
Police in Switzerland say a fire at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort area is believed to have left "several tens of people" dead and dozens more injured.
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
A viral social media video has put Minnesota's long-running fraud scandal at the center of the national conversation. Here's what to know.
New Zealand and Australia were among the first to welcome 2026, but in Sydney and some other cities, the festivities are tinged by grief.
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
In a private ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, Mamdani was sworn in by New York Attorney General Letitia James as the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve.
A U.S. District Court judge issued a summary judgment on Wednesday, finding that the effort to revoke the legal status of tens of thousands of Hondurans, Nepalis and Nicaraguans was unlawful
Respondents to a Michigan college's survey of overused and misused words and phrases say "6-7" is "cooked" and should come to a massive full-stop.
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
Plan ahead as banks, post offices and major stock exchanges will be closed in observance of the federal holiday.
Respondents to a Michigan college's survey of overused and misused words and phrases say "6-7" is "cooked" and should come to a massive full-stop.
The levy, which would impose a new 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passenger, was set to go into effect at the start of 2026.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
Plan ahead as banks, post offices and major stock exchanges will be closed in observance of the federal holiday.
The levy, which would impose a new 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passenger, was set to go into effect at the start of 2026.
Starting January 1, food-stamp recipients in five U.S. states will face restrictions on using the benefits to buy some sugary foods.
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
In a private ceremony at the abandoned Old City Hall subway station, Mamdani was sworn in by New York Attorney General Letitia James as the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve.
Chief Justice John Roberts says the Constitution remains a sturdy pillar for the country, a message that comes after a tumultuous year in the nation's judicial system.
Three people were killed Tuesday when the first boat was hit, while individuals in two other boats jumped overboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Police in Switzerland say a fire at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort area is believed to have left "several tens of people" dead and dozens more injured.
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
The two-time former heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist was involved in a fatal road crash near Lagos on Monday.
Three people were killed Tuesday when the first boat was hit, while individuals in two other boats jumped overboard, according to U.S. Southern Command.
The latest wave of sanctions targets oil traders and vessels that are helping prop up President Nicolás Maduro's regime, the Treasury Department said.
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
The hit series "The Pitt" has earned praise for its realistic look at the pressures facing health care workers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to the star of the show, Noah Wyle, for "CBS Sunday Morning." Wyle talked about how the cast prepared for their roles beyond learning their lines before shooting the series even began.
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
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.
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
After the Trump administration paused federal assistance to child care centers in Minnesota, parents are now wondering if their kids' day care is in jeopardy, as the government investigates fraud claims. Jonah Kaplan has been following this developing story.
There may be millions of documents the Justice Department still needs to release from the case against convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. By law, those files were required to be made public nearly two weeks ago. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
A Minneapolis day care says that vandals damaged the facility early this week, after a YouTube video purporting to expose fraud among day cares in the Twin Cities metro area went viral.
Patriots star Stefon Diggs is facing charges of strangulation, assault and battery following an incident in Massachusetts earlier this month. Diggs' attorney, David Meier, said in a statement that the wide receiver "categorically denies" the allegations and "looks forward to establishing the truth" in court. CBS News Boston's Aaron Parseghian has more.
New Orleans is marking one year since 14 people were killed and dozens more were injured in a terror attack on the city's iconic Bourbon Street. Kati Weis spoke to the family of one of the victims about how they're remembering their loved one.
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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"CBS Mornings" looks back at favorite moments from 2025 as the new year kicks off.
Dozens of people are presumed dead and about 100 others are injured after a fire tore through a bar at a Swiss Alps ski resort, police say. Authorities are working to determine the cause, but do not believe it was an attack.
Hundreds of thousands of people braved the cold weather in New York City to watch the iconic ball drop in Times Square on New Year's Eve. Meanwhile in London, fireworks lit up the sky to welcome 2026 and there were drone displays in the United Arab Emirates.
"You come first," declares the new anchor of the Evening News. "Not advertisers. Not politicians. Not corporate interests — including the new owners of CBS."