Joe Biden likely to skip first Democratic debate
The vice president would easily qualify for the Las Vegas debate in mid-October
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Joe Biden and the Corvette: A love story
Vice President Biden becomes particularly animated discussing his love for his 1967 Corvette and his excitement about a new model
Biden: Organized labor “keeping the barbarians at the gate”
Vice president credits organized labor with safeguarding middle class economic security, warning of the harmful impact of the decline in union membership
Robert Gates' memoir slams Obama, Biden, Congress
In former Defense Secretary Robert Gates' memoir "Duty: Memoirs of a Secretary at War," he criticizes the White House staff as exerting too much power
White House insider on defense secretary's emotional memoir
President Obama's former Chief of Staff Bill Daley joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to respond to former Defense Secretary Robert Gates memoir "Duty: Memoirs of a Secretary at War"
Former Defense Secretary Gates critical of Obama in memoir
In his new memoir, former Defense Secretary Robert Gates is critical of President Obama’s handling of the war in Afghanistan
VP Biden confronts China's president over air zone
Vice President Joe Biden took a firm stand over China's new air defense zone and criticized China's crackdown on American journalists working in the country
Biden to visit Asia amid air space dispute
Vice President Joe Biden is expected to visit Japan, China, and South Korea in an attempt to ease tensions over new territorial claims by China in the East China Sea
Biden in Virginia: Cuccinelli is the "antithesis of change"
Vice President Joe Biden campaigns for Virginia gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe at a "Get Out the Vote" canvassing kick-off.
W.H.: Obama "never considered" replacing Biden on 2012 ticket
White House spokesman says the president would have laughed off any suggestion of replacing Joe Biden with Hillary Clinton on the 2012 ticket
Obama aides explored replacing Biden with Clinton, book claims
A new book describes White House aides considering replacing Vice President Biden with Hillary Clinton in the 2012 campaign
Cory Booker sworn in as N.J. senator
Vice President Joe Biden ceremonially swears in Democrat Cory Booker, now the junior senator from New Jersey
Biden: Voting Rights ruling upset "cornerstone" of civil rights movement
Vice President Joe Biden vowed the administration will do "everything in our power" to ensure equal voting practices after the Supreme Court struck down a section of the Voting Rights Act
Biden on gun reform: "We're not going to back down"
Vice President Joe Biden spoke on gun control legislation at the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Las Vegas
Barring immigrants from Social Security is "just mean," Biden says
Vice President tells Hispanic prayer breakfast that immigration reform will actually save the government money, contrary to foes' predictions
Joe Biden to Hillary Clinton: "We miss you!"
Vice President Biden greets former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton during a speech at the Clinton Global Initiative
VP Biden tours Colo. flood areas
Vice President Joe Biden toured the flood zone where eight people are confirmed dead, six others are still missing and nearly 2,000 homes are damaged or destroyed
Benghazi victim's mom says Obama, Clinton "lied" to her
Pat Smith, the mother of Sean Smith, who was killed during the attack in Benghazi, says administration officials lied to her about her son's death
Navy Yard shooting a "God-awful reminder" to stay vigilant, Biden says
In Savannah, Ga., to continue his push for investment in infrastructure, Vice President Joe Biden spoke on the shooting inside the Washington Navy Yard earlier in the day that left at least 13 dead
In Iowa and abroad, Biden and Clinton spark 2016 speculation
This weekend Vice President Joe Biden and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton gave high profile speeches
Biden: "Neanderthal" GOP slowed domestic abuse legislation
Vice President Biden expresses amazement that some in the Republican caucus threatened the renewal of the Violence Against Women Act
Biden floats Napolitano for Supreme Court
Vice President Biden praises the intellectual capacity of outgoing Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano
Biden announces new gun restrictions
Vice president touts two new executive orders that close a background check loophole and ban the re-importation of military-grade weapons
Biden: "No doubt" Assad responsible for Syria chemical weapons attack
Vice President Joe Biden says there is "no doubt" that Syrian President Bashar al Assad was responsible for the Aug. 21 chemical weapons attack near Damascus
Will Biden be able to participate in first Democratic debate?
Democrats will take the stage for their first debate on Oct. 13 in Las Vegas
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4 more U.S. deaths, vague threat from Trump as Iran war nears 2-week mark
The U.S. military says four service members were killed in a plane crash in Iraq, as Iran's continued attacks on Gulf states keep oil prices high.
Suspect in synagogue attack lost family in recent airstrike in Lebanon, source says
The attacker rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield and was confronted and killed by security, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
Old Dominion shooting suspect was previously imprisoned for trying to support ISIS
The suspect, who was killed following the shooting, had previously been imprisoned for several years for trying to support ISIS, the FBI said.
Hegseth says "no clear evidence" Iran is placing new mines in Strait of Hormuz
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
4 crew members killed in crash of U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft in Iraq
The U.S. military has confirmed that at least four crew members were killed when an American KC-135 refueling plane taking part in the Iran war crashed in western Iraq.
Cuba's leader Miguel Diaz-Canel confirms talks with U.S. underway
Cuban leader Miguel Diaz-Canel confirmed Friday that Cuban officials recently held conversations with the U.S. government.
Trump administration allows purchase of Russian oil already at sea
The U.S. is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that's already at sea, in the Trump administration's latest move to loosen sanctions on Russia's oil industry as the world grapples with high oil prices.
U.S. launches new investigations into 60 countries as it fights to restore tariffs
The Trump administration has launched investigations into dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, flexing a law that lets the federal government impose tariffs.
Brave ROTC students credited with stopping deadly shooting at Old Dominion
Officials praised the "brave" actions of ROTC students who confronted a gunman Thursday after he opened fire in a classroom on the campus of Old Dominion University, killing one person and injuring two others.
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Economic growth late last year was much weaker than previously thought
GDP grew at a sluggish 0.7% pace in the final months of 2025 as the government shutdown hurt economic activity.
Hegseth says "no clear evidence" Iran is placing new mines in Strait of Hormuz
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
U.S. launches new investigations into 60 countries as it fights to restore tariffs
The Trump administration has launched investigations into dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, flexing a law that lets the federal government impose tariffs.
Brave ROTC students credited with stopping deadly shooting at Old Dominion
Officials praised the "brave" actions of ROTC students who confronted a gunman Thursday after he opened fire in a classroom on the campus of Old Dominion University, killing one person and injuring two others.
3 teens took part in a weeklong experiment to curb screen time. It worked.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
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Economic growth late last year was much weaker than previously thought
GDP grew at a sluggish 0.7% pace in the final months of 2025 as the government shutdown hurt economic activity.
U.S. launches new investigations into 60 countries as it fights to restore tariffs
The Trump administration has launched investigations into dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, flexing a law that lets the federal government impose tariffs.
Trump administration allows purchase of Russian oil already at sea
The U.S. is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that's already at sea, in the Trump administration's latest move to loosen sanctions on Russia's oil industry as the world grapples with high oil prices.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
What will it take for ships to brave the Strait of Hormuz again?
Energy prices won't ease up until the Strait of Hormuz is secure, experts say. Here's what it will take to get the oil flowing again.
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Democratic senators file war powers resolution to try to restrain Trump on Cuba
Senate Democrats have filed legislation hat would keep the U.S. from attacking Cuba without congressional approval as they seek to force a vote on President Trump's stated goal of a "takeover" of the Caribbean country.
Hegseth says "no clear evidence" Iran is placing new mines in Strait of Hormuz
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
U.S. launches new investigations into 60 countries as it fights to restore tariffs
The Trump administration has launched investigations into dozens of countries accused of failing to crack down on forced labor, flexing a law that lets the federal government impose tariffs.
Trump administration allows purchase of Russian oil already at sea
The U.S. is temporarily allowing the purchase of Russian oil that's already at sea, in the Trump administration's latest move to loosen sanctions on Russia's oil industry as the world grapples with high oil prices.
Cuba to release 51 people from prison in surprise move amid Trump pressure
Cuba's government says it will release 51 people from prisons, in an unexpected move that comes as the Trump administration puts immense pressure on the country.
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Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
Disease once linked to mining hits workers in countertops industry
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
Investigation
There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
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Democratic senators file war powers resolution to try to restrain Trump on Cuba
Senate Democrats have filed legislation hat would keep the U.S. from attacking Cuba without congressional approval as they seek to force a vote on President Trump's stated goal of a "takeover" of the Caribbean country.
Hegseth says "no clear evidence" Iran is placing new mines in Strait of Hormuz
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine briefed on Operation Epic Fury in Iran Friday.
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4 more U.S. deaths, vague threat from Trump as Iran war nears 2-week mark
The U.S. military says four service members were killed in a plane crash in Iraq, as Iran's continued attacks on Gulf states keep oil prices high.
14 million doses of fentanyl seized from secret drug lab in Mexico
The raids come as President Donald Trump ramps up his criticism of Mexico's record on fighting drug trafficking.
4 crew members killed in crash of U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft in Iraq
The U.S. military has confirmed that at least four crew members were killed when an American KC-135 refueling plane taking part in the Iran war crashed in western Iraq.
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Oscars 2026: Behind the scenes with the best actress nominees
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actress at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
Misty Copeland fires back at Timothée Chalamet ballet, opera comments
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
John Grisham on his first-ever spy novel
John Grisham, who has written 52 bestsellers, reveals the name of his new novel on "CBS Mornings" and talks about how writing about espionage compares to his legal thrillers.
Spoiler alert! Latest "Survivor elimination
The fourth contestant eliminated from "Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss being voted off and playing the game again.
Misty Copeland on Timothée Chalamet comments
Misty Copeland, the first Black female principal dancer for the American Ballet Theater, said Timothée Chalamet "wouldn't be an actor and have the opportunities he has as a movie star if it weren't for opera and ballet and their relevance in that medium." Her response comes after Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera sparked backlash.
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3 teens took part in a weeklong experiment to curb screen time. It worked.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
How Pentagon-Anthropic AI dispute escalated
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
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.
Memory chip shortage could raise tech prices
An explosion in artificial intelligence data centers and cloud computing is shrinking the supply of memory chips, which is having a major impact on the price consumers pay for everyday tech. CNET editor-in-chief David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
What is XMoney, Elon Musk's new digital payments platform?
Elon Musk said his long-planned payments platform, dubbed XMoney, is set to launch for select users. Here's what to know.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Witness on Old Dominion University shooting
A shooting at Old Dominion University in Virginia on Thursday is being investigated as an act of terrorism, the FBI said. One person died and two others were injured during the attack, officials confirmed. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
FBI probes synagogue attack as targeted act
The FBI says the attack on a Michigan synagogue on Thursday is being investigated as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
14 million doses of fentanyl seized from secret drug lab in Mexico
The raids come as President Donald Trump ramps up his criticism of Mexico's record on fighting drug trafficking.
What happened in Michigan synagogue attack
The FBI is assisting in the Michigan synagogue attack investigation, calling the incident a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." CBS News' Alysia Burgio, Sam Vinograd and Rodney Harrison have more.
FBI helping Michigan synagogue attack probe
Officials in Michigan gave an update on Wednesday afternoon's synagogue attack in West Bloomfield. The FBI is assisting in the investigation as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community."
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NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite re-enters Earth's atmosphere after 14 years in space
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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U.S. may escort tankers in Strait of Hormuz
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaled the U.S. Navy may begin to escort oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz as the Iran war rages on. Mark Cancian, a senior adviser with the Center for Strategic and International Studies' Defense and Security Department, joins CBS News with more.
NASA targets April 1 for Artemis II mission
NASA believes its equipment is prepared for an Artemis II launch around April 1. CBS News' Bill Harwood has the latest.
Witness on Old Dominion University shooting
A shooting at Old Dominion University in Virginia on Thursday is being investigated as an act of terrorism, the FBI said. One person died and two others were injured during the attack, officials confirmed. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Trump's stark warning on Day 14 of Iran war
President Trump posted on social media Friday, warning to "watch what happens" as the Iran war enters a second week. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more as more details emerge about four more U.S. military deaths.
FBI probes synagogue attack as targeted act
The FBI says the attack on a Michigan synagogue on Thursday is being investigated as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.