What to know about ballot harvesting
There's been a renewed focus on the voting process and on how ballots reach their final destination, as more voters than ever are expected to vote absentee.
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Trump's controversial visit to Kenosha
President Trump and Attorney General William Barr visited Kenosha, Wisconsin, following days of protests over the police shooting of Jacob Blake. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Politico White House reporter Gabby Orr join CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the president's attempts to get in touch with Blake's family and his recent rhetoric on Black Lives Matter protesters.
Trump heading to Kenosha amid protests
President Trump is heading to Kenosha, Wisconsin, Tuesday amid protests and unrest over the police shooting of Jacob Blake. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN with the latest from the White House.
Trump and Biden focus on Kenosha
President Trump travels to Kenosha, Wisconsin, today following protests over the police shooting of Jacob Blake. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Washington bureau chief Craig Gilbert joins CBSN to preview the president's visit and why Wisconsin is ranked as one of the worst states for racial equality.
Explaining "ballot harvesting"
In the countdown to the 2020 election, there's a renewed focus on the process of voting and how voters can cast their ballot safely during the coronavirus pandemic. There's been controversy around a practice sometimes known as "ballot harvesting." CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News 2020 reporter Musadiq Bidar joined CBSN to discuss the issue.
In new video, Biden and Harris tackle handling of pandemic
In the 15-minute campaign video first seen by CBS News, Biden and Harris discuss Trump's handling of COVID-19 and their desire to expand voting rights.
Kenosha, Wisconsin braces for Trump visit
President Trump has no plans to visit Jacob Blake's family during his visit to Kenosha, Wisconsin. Residents there are split on whether it's a good idea for him to come. Mola Lenghi reports.
Trump to visit Kenosha despite opposition
President Trump is heading to Kenosha, Wisconsin Tuesday, where a curfew and the presence of National Guard troops continues after a week of protests and violence. The visit comes in the wake of a White police officer shooting a Black man seven times in the back. State authorities are pushing back on the visit, saying the president's calls for "law and order" may only make things worse. Ben Tracy reports.
Biden blames Trump for "stoking violence in our cities"
"Ask yourself, do I look like a radical socialist, with a soft spot for rioters? Really?" the former vice president said.
Biden accuses Trump of provoking violence
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden accused President Trump of fanning the flames of violence in the U.S. rather than fighting them. Paula Reid has more details.
Trump, Biden spar over response to protests
CBS News correspondent Nikole Killion and Washington Post reporter Eugene Scott joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the president's upcoming trip to Kenosha amid ongoing protests against police brutality, plus the decision by the Director of National Intelligence to end in-person election security briefings for members of Congress.
Biden: Trump "fans the flames" of violence
Joe Biden delivered a stark rebuttal to President Trump's claim that Democrats are to blame for the recent wave of social unrest. In a speech in Pittsburgh, Biden accused the president of fomenting violence with his rhetoric. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN with a closer look his comments.
Biden says Trump failed to protect Americans
In a speech in Pittsburgh on Monday, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden denounced violence and looting and promised a safer nation if he's elected. He criticized President Trump for fanning the flames of unrest and failing to protect Americans. Watch a portion of his remarks.
GOP congressman shares doctored video of disabled activist with Biden
"You owe the entire disability community an apology," activist Ady Barkan told Representative Steve Scalise.
Biden condemns violence in Portland
Joe Biden condemns the "unacceptable" violence in Portland while criticizing President Trump. Ed O'Keefe reports.
What to expect at Day 2 of RNC
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and first lady Melania Trump are among the speakers slated for the second night of the Republican National Convention. CBS News political director Caitlin Conant and CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN with what to expect.
ODNI to stop giving in-person briefings
CBS News has learned the Office of the Director of National Intelligence will cease giving in-person briefings to members of congress. Intelligence briefings will instead be given in writing, angering many Democratic lawmakers. Nikole Killion reports.
Transcript: Val Demings on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Florida Congresswoman Val Demings, that aired Sunday, August 30, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Trump hits campaign trail after RNC
President Trump hit the campaign trail Friday, one day after formally accepting his party's nomination for president. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge, and CBS News political contributor Molly Hooper join CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Thousands gather for 2020 March on Washington
The march took place on the 57th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" address, hours after President Trump delivered his Republican convention speech.
Biden on how he would handle coronavirus
As President Trump prepares to make his case to voters in the Republican National Convention next week, his opponent, Joe Biden is coming off an unusual and unprecedented convention of his own. Now officially the nominee, Biden is trying to explain how he would handle the coronavirus differently. Ed O’Keefe reports.
Trump heads to New Hampshire after RNC
President Trump is holding a campaign rally in New Hampshire Friday evening, just a day after giving his big speech at the Republican National Convention. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN with the latest from the White House.
Trump to hold rally in New Hampshire
President Trump heads to New Hampshire Friday for a rally, fresh off accepting the Republican nomination for a second term during the closing night of the Republican National Convention. Stephanie Murray, the author of the Massachusetts Politico Playbook, joined CBSN to discuss.
President Trump attacks Biden as RNC wraps
In his speech accepting the Republican Party's nomination for a second term, President Trump addressed the coronavirus pandemic and repeatedly attacked his Democratic opponent, Joe Biden. The event was held on the White House's South Lawn, transforming the space into a campaign-style venue full of supporters — many of whom were neither wearing masks nor social distancing. Paula Reid reports.
Takeaways from the Republican National Convention
The Republican National Convention concluded Thursday with President Trump's speech accepting the GOP presidential nomination.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
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Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Ilia Malinin stunned by Yuma Kagiyama in Olympic figure skating short program
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
The U.S. women's hockey team eased to a 5-0 win over Finland on Saturday afternoon.
Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
Francesca Lollobrigida set a new Olympic record of 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, shaving more than two-and-a-half seconds off the mark set by Dutch legend Irene Schouten four years earlier in Beijing.
4 suspects arrested after bombing at Pakistan mosque leaves 31 dead
Friday's attack was the deadliest suicide bombing in Islamabad in nearly 20 years.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
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Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Twisted Sister cancels reunion shows as frontman Dee Snider resigns
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Diving into Hilary Knight career at final Olympics
Ice hockey forward Hilary Knight showed the world why she's one of the greatest players ever. With her 14th goal, the captain of Team USA moved into a tie for the most goals scored by a U.S. Women's hockey player at the Winter Olympics. Andres Gutierrez reports on her career and her last Olympic run.
Levi's aims to share their story at their stadium
The countdown is on for the big game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Kris Van Kleave is outside what's been called the Field of Jeans.
What to know after first full day of the Olympics
Saturday marked the first full day of the Olympic Winter Games in Italy. Switzerland took the first gold medal in men's downhill skiing. In all, five medal events were held, but no gold yet for Team USA. Seth Doane has the latest details from Cortina, Italy.
Fallout over Epstein files escalates in the U.K.
The political fallout in Britain following the latest Epstein documents release became so intense that on Saturday, there were growing calls for the U.K.'s prime minister to step down.
Trump refuses to apologize for racist video
President Trump refused to apologize after sharing a racist video on Truth Social and then later taking it down. Willie James Inman has more.