Hickenlooper vows to stay in Democratic presidential race
The former Colorado governor is lagging far behind in polls but continues to insist he has no interest in running against Sen. Cory Gardner instead
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Steve Bullock raises over $2 million for White House campaign
"Since announcing his campaign in mid-May, Governor Bullock received grassroots support from all 50 states and raised over $2 million, without the transfer of other funds"
Hickenlooper shakes up presidential campaign staff
Several changes to the former Colorado governor's staff were announced after his finance director left to join Beto O'Rourke's campaign
2020 Daily Trail Markers: DNC announces first primary debate participants
Four Democratic candidates won't make it to the debate stage this time around
Hickenlooper rails against socialism in speech targeting Sanders
"I fundamentally disagree that we should do away with the democratic, regulated capitalism that has guided this country for over 200 years"
Hickenlooper looks to expand access to long-acting contraception
Hickenlooper's plan to expand access to contraception is based off a similar initiative he championed in Colorado
John Hickenlooper releases plan to reduce gun violence today
The 2020 Democratic presidential candidate and former governor is calling for national gun licenses and raising the legal age to own a firearm
John Hickenlooper to lay out first foreign policy proposal
As the contenders for the 2020 race have been solidified, domestic policy has taken center stage among the candidates
Democrats struggle to attract top-tier Senate candidates
Stacey Abrams and Joaquin Castro are two of the prominent Democrats who have passed on Senate runs
John Hickenlooper unveils plan to "re-energize trade with the world"
Hickenlooper's plan proposes more trade cooperation and includes adding climate change goals into trade agreements
2020 Democratic candidates' reaction to Mueller report
Democratic presidential hopefuls on Thursday criticized Attorney General William Barr and called for voters to remove President Trump
Hickenlooper comes out against Green New Deal
"If climate change policy becomes synonymous in the U.S. psyche with higher utility bills, rising taxes and lost jobs, we will have missed our shot"
Hickenlooper: "The sooner the better" on Afghanistan pullout
"A war that's been going on for 17 years and that we see no indication of victory -- you've got to look at different routes and different solutions," he told "CBS This Morning"
Hickenlooper on Afghanistan, gun control
In our series, The Road to 2020, we talk to current and prospective candidates about important issues that affect the country. John Hickenlooper is a former two-term governor of Colorado. During his time in office, he expanded the Colorado's Medicaid coverage, fought for new gun laws, and developed the CareerWise training program to help high school students get apprenticeships. Hickenlooper, one of 14 candidates seeking the Democratic nomination in 2020, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he's running for president.
2020 candidates pitch voters at SXSW
The Texas Tribune partnered with the South by Southwest festival to hold a town hall-style event featuring 2020 presidential candidates. Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith joins CBSN to discuss what we learned about the state of the race.
Hickenlooper: "I'm a capitalist," but labels divide Democrats
The former Colorado governor pledged to be a capitalist but stressed that he believed labels divide both the country and his party
Transcript: John Hickenlooper on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of the interview with former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper that aired Sunday, March 10, 2019, on "Face the Nation"
Trendy SXSW festival is a battleground for 2020 Democrats
"Much of what is discussed this weekend could end up being fine-tuned for voters in the early primary states," says CBS News' Ed O'Keefe
Hickenlooper raises over $1M within 48 hours of announcing 2020 run
The campaign cites Hickenlooper's "record of bringing people together" for the surge of financial support
Hickenlooper launches 2020 bid
Sen. Bernie Sanders held his first rally this weekend, as a second time presidential candidate. Meanwhile, a more moderate candidate entered the field. Caitlin Huey-Burns, CBSN political reporter, Ed O'Keefe, CBS News political correspondent, and Antjuan Seawright, a democratic strategist join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the large amount of 2020 contenders.
John Hickenlooper running for president
Former Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper announced his candidacy for president Tuesday. Colorado Sun political reporter John Frank and CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to CBSN about how he fits into a crowded Democratic primary field.
John Hickenlooper joins 2020 race
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper announced his campaign for the 2020 presidential election Monday, joining an already crowded field of Democratic hopefuls.
John Hickenlooper joins crowded 2020 race
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper announced his campaign for the 2020 presidential election Monday, joining an already crowded field of Democratic hopefuls. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN with more on what he brings to the race.
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper running for president
Hickenlooper is the second governor or ex-governor to enter the ever-growing Democratic primary
Colorado takes step to left with governor's inauguration
Polis's inauguration Tuesday could lead to big changes in energy regulation, health care and state-funded early childhood education
Machado says her coalition should lead Venezuela: "We are ready and willing"
María Corina Machado told CBS News in a network exclusive interview the people of Venezuela have picked her opposition movement to lead the country in the wake of Nicolás Maduro's ouster.
White House discussing "range of options" for acquiring Greenland, Leavitt says
President Trump wants the matter settled before the end of his term, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
Venezuela's future in balance after Trump officials brief lawmakers; Maduro in jail
Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro spent the night in jail after he appeared in a U.S. courtroom — as questions linger about President Trump's plans for Venezuela.
Noem says she's "focused on policing the streets, not policing President Trump's words"
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has deployed 2,000 agents to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to conduct immigration raids and assist in the widening fraud investigation.
Brown University shooter confesses in videos, says attack was planned for a long time
According to transcripts released by authorities from a series of recorded videos, the gunman did not reveal a motive for the killings.
Aldrich Ames, CIA officer convicted of spying for Russia, dies at age 84
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
New White House webpage rewrites history of Jan. 6, 2021, and 2020 election
The webpage, featured under the official whitehouse.gov domain, says Democrats framed "the event as a violent coup attempt orchestrated by Trump."
Gov. Tim Walz says Minnesota is "under attack" by Trump as ICE ramps up
Walz added that he believes Minnesota is "under assault like no other time in our state's history because of a petty, vile administration that doesn't care about the well-being of Minnesotans."
How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
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Families of Uvalde shooting victims seek accountability as trial begins
Adrian Gonzales, a former Uvalde schools officer, is accused of failing to act during the May 24, 2022, attack.
Noem says she's "focused on policing the streets, not policing President Trump's words"
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has deployed 2,000 agents to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to conduct immigration raids and assist in the widening fraud investigation.
Detained Americans are used as "trading chips," Marine imprisoned under Maduro says
Matthew Heath, a corporal in the Corps from 1999 until 2003, says Maduro detained Americans to be used as "trading chips" and a policy tool.
Aldrich Ames, CIA officer convicted of spying for Russia, dies at age 84
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
Brown University shooter confesses in videos, says attack was planned for a long time
According to transcripts released by authorities from a series of recorded videos, the gunman did not reveal a motive for the killings.
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Fliers left stranded after Venezuela strikes. Can travel insurance help?
Travel insurance won't help most people whose flights were disrupted by the turmoil in Venezuela. Here's what such policies do cover.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
How to file a refund claim in Amazon's $2.5 billion FTC settlement
Eligible Amazon customers can now request a refund from a settlement over allegations of deceptive Prime enrollment practices.
Is your state raising its minimum wage in 2026? Here's the list.
Almost two dozen states are expected to boost their minimum wage at some point in 2026.
Gas prices this year could be the lowest since 2020
U.S. drivers are likely to see lower prices at the pump this year amid lower global oil prices and strong crude production.
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New White House webpage rewrites history of Jan. 6, 2021, and 2020 election
The webpage, featured under the official whitehouse.gov domain, says Democrats framed "the event as a violent coup attempt orchestrated by Trump."
Machado says Venezuelans are "very grateful" to Trump for ousting Maduro
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado hailed President Trump for removing Nicolás Maduro from power in a network exclusive interview with CBS News — and made the case for why her political coalition should lead the country.
Noem says she's "focused on policing the streets, not policing President Trump's words"
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has deployed 2,000 agents to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to conduct immigration raids and assist in the widening fraud investigation.
Machado says her coalition should lead Venezuela: "We are ready and willing"
María Corina Machado told CBS News in a network exclusive interview the people of Venezuela have picked her opposition movement to lead the country in the wake of Nicolás Maduro's ouster.
Aldrich Ames, CIA officer convicted of spying for Russia, dies at age 84
Aldrich Ames was a counterintelligence officer for the CIA who spied for the Soviet Union and later Russia.
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New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
CDC issues new childhood vaccine guidelines
The Trump administration is reducing the number of vaccines it recommends for children in the U.S. Under the new guidelines, the CDC recommends all children be vaccinated against 11 diseases, which is down from 17 immunizations. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know.
Flu surges across U.S. as doctor visits reach highest level since 1997
The CDC estimated there have been at least 11 million flu cases as of December 27.
CDC announces new childhood vaccine recommendations for fewer shots
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
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Machado: Maduro capture will go down in history as day "justice defeated tyranny"
The Venezuelan opposition leader called the capture a "flawless operation."
Machado says Maduro's No. 2 was "one of the main architects" of his oppressive regime
María Corina Machado said Nicolás Maduro's former vice president Delcy Rodríguez was "one of the main architects" of his oppressive regime in Venezuela.
6 countries where the "Don-roe Doctrine" may take Trump next
After the U.S. deposed Maduro, Trump and top officials did not rule out efforts at overthrow or annexation in other countries. Here's what they've said.
Why does Trump want Greenland to be part of the U.S.?
Greenland is 836,000 square miles of largely frozen ground northeast of Canada. So why does the White House say it "should be part of the United States"?
Dozens said to have been killed in Iran protests despite Trump's warning
At least 29 Iranian protesters have reportedly been killed in unrest across the nation, putting its rulers under huge pressure after Trump threatened to intervene.
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Nikki Glaser returning to host Golden Globes with "different approach"
Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for a second time and told CBS Mornings about the challenges of picking the perfect jokes.
From the archives: Pioneering dancer Carmen de Lavallade
Dancer, choreographer, actress and teacher Carmen de Lavallade, one of the pioneers of American modern dance, and the first prima ballerina of Creole descent to perform at New York's Metropolitan Opera, died on Dec. 29, 2025 at age 94. In this Dec. 3, 2017 "Sunday Morning" report, de Lavallade talked with Rita Braver about her artistic journey (including her collaborations with Alvin Ailey and future husband Geoffrey Holder), and her decision to boycott a 2017 Kennedy Center Honorees reception following President Trump's remarks about White nationalists who marched in Charlottesville, Va.
Nikki Glaser on hosting Golden Globes
Comedian Nikki Glaser was the first woman to host the Golden Globes solo last year. She's returning to host the awards show again on Sunday. Glaser speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her preparation for the show.
Harlan Coben ditches fiction for true crime
Harlan Coben has written many bestselling mystery novels, but now he's ditching fiction for real life cases in a new CBS series. "Harlan Coben's Final Twist" dives into true crime murder mysteries. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about making the switch and challenges along the way.
Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family.
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AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
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.
Nvidia announces "Vera Rubin" AI platform
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the new "Vera Rubin" AI platform at CES on Monday. CNET reporter David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
Nvidia unveils new "revolutionary" AI tech
Artificial intelligence technology giant Nvidia announced a new endeavor that it says will be revolutionary. Emily Bary, MarketWatch's assistant managing editor, joins CBS News with more.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
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."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
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.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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Lawsuit over Texas A&M student's death
The parents of a Texas A&M student who fell to her death from a high-rise apartment building have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against two organizations they say served her alcohol before her fatal fall. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has more.
Brown University gunman confessed in videos
The man who killed two Brown University students and an MIT professor in December 2025 left confessional videos in the storage unit where investigators discovered his body, the FBI announced Tuesday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Search for suspect in Ohio double murder
Police in Ohio are asking the public for leads in the search for a suspect after a dentist and his wife were killed in their home on Dec. 30. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Gov. Tim Walz says Minnesota is "under attack" by Trump as ICE ramps up
Walz added that he believes Minnesota is "under assault like no other time in our state's history because of a petty, vile administration that doesn't care about the well-being of Minnesotans."
Uvalde school officer trial begins in Texas
The trial against Adrian Gonzales, the former Uvalde school resource officer charged with 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment after the Robb Elementary School shooting, began Tuesday. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
NASA's search for next lunar rover
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Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
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Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
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Full interview: María Corina Machado
María Corina Machado spoke with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil on Tuesday, January 6, about the U.S. capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, her opposition movement that she says is ready to lead the country, Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodriguez and more.
Hezbollah's influence in Venezuela
Questions remain over how Venezuela will be run in the aftermath of the U.S. capture of its former leader, Nicolás Maduro. One outstanding issue is how the U.S. will handle the Iranian-backed terrorist group Hezbollah, which has had a drug operation stronghold in the country for decades. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Could Venezuela situation affect gas costs?
A new analysis finds that the average price of gas in the U.S. is expected to fall to its lowest level since 2020 this year. While the yearly average will fall under $3, GasBuddy notes that there is some expected fluctuation throughout the year due to seasonal demand, weather and geopolitics. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, joins "The Daily Report" to break down the report and discuss what the military raid in Venezuela may mean for gas prices.
Dozens reported dead in Iran protests
Rights groups in Iran say dozens have been killed and more than a thousand others have been detained in protests there over the past week. President Trump had warned the U.S. was "locked and loaded" if Tehran violently killed peaceful demonstrators. Masih Alinejad, an Iranian women's rights activist and journalist, joins CBS News to discuss.
Trump mulling military action to acquire Greenland
The White House is doubling down on President Trump's pursuit of Greenland, saying that "using the U.S. military is always an option." The renewed focus on the Danish territory comes as questions remain about Trump's strategy in Venezuela. Ed O'Keefe and Lilia Luciano have more. Then, CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil sits down for an exclusive interview with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado.