2020 Daily Trail Markers: Trump to accept nomination in Charlotte
Both Trump and the vice president will be in Charlotte on August 24. However, no details have been released about where the president will deliver his acceptance speech on August 27.
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Minority groups speak up ahead of election
The coronavirus pandemic and recent protests over inequality have emboldened a number of underrepresented groups including racial minorities, people living with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community to make sure their concerns are heard ahead of the 2020 presidential election. Stef Kight, a politics reporter at Axios, reported on this and joined CBSN to discuss.
Is there an enthusiasm gap between Trump and Biden supporters?
Is there an enthusiasm gap between Trump and Biden supporters, and what would that mean for the election?
Biden takes aim at Trump's COVID-19 response
Former Vice President Joe Biden and former President Barack Obama met face to face for the first time in months to release a campaign video. They take turns hitting President Trump over his response to the coronavirus pandemic. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Trump, lagging in polls, shifts tone on virus
President Trump is changing his message on the coronavirus pandemic as polls show him lagging behind Joe Biden. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with the latest.
Biden to make VP pick next week
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden says he's close to choosing a running mate. The former vice president said the decision will come next week. Ed O'Keefe reports from the campaign trail.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Biden says many Americans "view me as the antithesis of Trump"
Some state polls show a majority of Biden's current support comes from people who are "mainly voting against Mr. Trump rather than for him.
Biden says he'll have a running mate pick next week
He said he'll have a running mate "the first week of August," and he fielded questions from reporters for an hour Tuesday.
Biden's caregiving and economic plan
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden unveiled the third part of his "Build Back Better" economic plan Tuesday in Delaware. It includes an emphasis on caregiving and early childhood education. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter Bo Erickson joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with details.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Voting against Trump fueling Biden support in key states
Among likely voters nationwide, about 7% who voted for Mr. Trump in 2016 now say they are for Biden. By contrast, just 2% of Clinton voters are now switching to Mr. Trump.
Biden leading Trump in the polls
With less than 100 days to go until the 2020 presidential election, Joe Biden is leading in the polls. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from Washington, and CBS News campaign reporters Bo Erickson and Nicole Sganga join CBSN to discuss what lies ahead.
Key issues in countdown to 2020 election
With less than 100 days to go until the presidential election, things are heating up between Joe Biden and President Trump. CBSN's Elaine Quijano is joined by CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and Washington Post politics reporter Eugene Scott for a closer look at what these next three months mean for both campaigns.
99 days out, Biden leads Trump in new polls
A new CBS News/YouGov Battleground Tracker Poll shows former Vice President Joe Biden leading President Trump nationally, 51-41%. He also holds a six point lead in Michigan and trails by one point in Ohio. With 99 days to go until Election Day, political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on the state of the race.
Examining the risks of mail-in voting
Record numbers of Americans are expected to vote by mail in November. "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil examines how likely it is for ballots to reach their destinations in time.
Trump up 1 point in Ohio as Biden leads Michigan: CBS News poll
A new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll shows former Vice President Joe Biden is making gains in Michigan and Ohio, two key states that President Trump flipped in 2016. CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN's Laura Podesta to discuss what factors are impacting the presidential race in those states.
CBS News poll shows Biden ahead of Trump
With 100 days to the election, a new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll shows former Vice President Joe Biden leading President Trump by six points in Michigan, as Mr. Trump holds a single-point edge over Biden in Ohio. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe takes a look at the numbers.
Biden leads in Michigan and Trump has one-point edge in Ohio
CBS News' latest survey finds glaring divisions over the matters shaping the nation's cultural and race relations and public health — all of which are strongly tied to voting.
Trump trails Biden in new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll
With 100 days before the 2020 election, President Trump is behind former Vice President Joe Biden by 10 points in a new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN's Laura Podesta to discuss how hyper-partisanship factors into the electorate and Congress' efforts to pass a new coronavirus relief package.
Face The Nation: Gottlieb, Woods, Salvanto
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on coronavirus testing, school reopening, the 2020 presidential election and the nations tribute to the late Rep. John Lewis
100 days to go: Biden leads Trump in Michigan
CBS News' Elections and Surveys Director Anthony Salvanto breaks down the latest numbers out of the CBS News Battleground Tracker poll
What if Trump disputes the election?
President Trump won't say whether he'll accept the results of the 2020 presidential election. "I'll keep you in suspense," he said earlier this week. This comes amid his continued attacks on the legitimacy of mail-in ballots, which are expected to be heavily used by voters amid the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN to discuss what would happen if a president disputed the election outcome.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Milwaukee officials concerned about federal officers during DNC
The Trump administration was planning to send federal agents to Milwaukee as part of an operation the president says is designed to combat a rise in violence.
2020 Trail Markers: Trump calls off Jacksonville part of GOP convention
Citing a spike in the number of coronavirus cases in Florida, President Trump said "the timing for this event is not right."
Obama, Biden criticize Trump's COVID-19 response in new video
"Can you imagine standing up when you're a president, saying, 'It's not my responsibility. I take no responsibility?'" Biden says in the clip.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Steyer thinks Biden should pick Black woman VP
"I'd like it to be an African-American woman because I think it's a statement about where we are and I know that there's some fantastic candidates," Steyer told CBS News.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as intel chief, citing husband's cancer diagnosis
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Over 40,000 evacuated in California chemical leak as officials warn tank may explode
Southern California officials have expanded evacuations in several Orange County cities due to concerns over a leaking toxic chemical tank that they say is "actively in crisis."
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who died in March, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
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Rubio says Iran imposing tolls on Strait of Hormuz "not acceptable"
The secretary of state tempered optimism for a deal to end the Iran war, calling Iran's bid to "create a tolling system" in the Strait of Hormuz "not acceptable."
Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
Kyle Busch was coughing up blood a day before his death, 911 call reveals
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
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How some U.S. schools are teaching kindness classes
Kindness 101 is a program that uses the stories CBS News finds in our "On the Road" series to teach kindness and character. The stories are paired with lesson plans created by a nonprofit at Iowa's Drake University called "Character Counts!"
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
Kyle Busch was coughing up blood a day before his death, 911 call reveals
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
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AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
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.
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Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
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CIA director brought paramilitary leader involved in Maduro capture to Cuba meeting
When CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Havana last week to meet with senior Cuban officials, he brought along one of the covert operators involved in the mission to capture Nicolás Maduro, multiple people familiar with the matter said.
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
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Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Teen's mystery illness solved: "It took 18 years to get an answer"
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
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.
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Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Bodies of divers who died in Maldives scuba accident returned to Italy
The remains of four Italian divers who died deep inside an underwater cave have been repatriated. One other set of remains was returned earlier this month.
Coal mine explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say
The incident marks China's deadliest mining accident in years.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Fake political party led by an AI cockroach overruns Indian politics
The satirical "Cockroach Janta Party" calls itself a "political front of the youth, by the youth, for the youth." India's government may be trying to squash it.
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The movies to tune in for this summer
Disney's latest addition to the Star Wars franchise, "The Mandalorian and Grogu," is kicking off the summer slate of blockbusters. Some other highly-anticipated movies that will be tested at the box office this summer are Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day," "Toy Story 5" and "Supergirl." Lucas Shaw, managing editor for media and entertainment at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Rob Base, rapper on classic hip-hop track "It Takes Two," dies at 59
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Weenie 500 winners relish first-place finish
The Indianapolis 500 is this Memorial Day Weekend, kicked off by the second annual Weenie 500. "Cook 'Em Cam" and "Jack and Cheese," whose New York dog won the race, join CBS News to discuss.
New movies to watch this summer
Major franchises are bringing new movies to a theater near you this summer. Fandango's Erik Davis joins with more.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
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CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
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.
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Lawyers shot outside North Carolina courthouse
In Raleigh, North Carolina, a woman's civil case turned into a criminal one after police said she shot two lawyers outside a courthouse. Both were hospitalized. Skyler Henry reports.
Ivey and Ellison on 6 years since Floyd murder
Six years after his murder in Minneapolis, and despite passing the House twice, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act remains stalled in the Senate. Some lawmakers are hoping to change that. Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison join to reflect on the state of police reform.
Mosque attack was streamed online
The deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego was streamed online, and at least three people watched as two teenagers attacked the facility filled with young students, CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
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.
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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The Man with Two Names | Post Mortem
Anne-Marie Green sits down with "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty and producer Josh Yager to discuss Jon Green, who was arrested for stealing his ex-wife's dogs and convicted in 2025 for soliciting her murder. But Erin and Josh first met Jon Green back in 2002, when he was then known as Ted Maher, and he had been convicted of arson, leading to the deaths of billionaire Edmond Safra and his nurse.
Listen: The final moments of CBS News Radio
On Friday, May 22, 2026, CBS News Radio signed off after nearly a century on the air. Christopher Cruise anchored the final newscast and special report.
The weather heading into Memorial Day weekend
CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has the weather forecast as the U.S. heads into Memorial Day weekend.
The Memorial Day sales to look out for
A recent survey from digital savings platform Retail Me Not found 54% of respondents plan to shop Memorial Day weekend sales this year, up 36% from last year. But the survey found the amount people plan to spend has dropped a whopping 70% from last year. Consumer savings expert Andrea Woroch has more.
Is the DOJ independent of the president?
This week, the Justice Department created a so-called "anti-weaponization fund" as part of a settlement between President Trump and his own federal government over the leaking of his tax returns. The settlement also includes a pledge from the IRS that it will not pursue any legal claims it may have against Mr. Trump, his family and his companies. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.