What to know about primaries in 5 states today: Michigan, Virginia and more
Voters are deciding primary races Tuesday in five states: Michigan, Virginia, Missouri, Kansas and Washington.
Kansas
Michigan's Democratic Senate race closes out
Michigan, Missouri, Virginia, Kansas and Washington all held primaries Tuesday night, with much of the nation focusing on the Michigan Democratic Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens. Major Garrett anchored CBS News' special report.
Keystone Pipeline operator agrees to pay $26.9 million over 2022 spill
A proposed settlement with the U.S. government would require the Keystone Pipeline system's operator to pay $26.9 million over a 2022 oil spill in Kansas.
Kansas woman convicted of double murder after three trials
Mike Sisco and his girlfriend Karen Harkness were gunned down in her Topeka, Kansas, home in 2002. Authorities believed it was a crime of passion. Sisco's daughter set out to help prove it was her mother, Dana Chandler, who was responsible.
Purple skies, tornadoes and hail seen across U.S.
Major storms are sweeping the U.S., putting over a third of Americans under some sort of severe weather alert. Rob Marciano has the forecast.
Kansas town opens first public library after mystery donation
Frontenac, Kansas had everything it needed – except a public library. A mysterious donation changed that
Donation gives Kansas town its first library
Frontenac, Kansas, is a community of 3,000 residents. When its city administrator received a mysterious $4.6 million dolllar donation from a couple whose dying wish was for a library to be built, the town sprung into action to solidify its legacy.
Record-high temperatures set in over a dozen states as heat wave moves east
Several states saw record daily temperatures set on Wednesday, as the heat wave that has been scorching the West expands into the central U.S.
Passenger jet forced to turn around after battery pack catches fire
The passenger received medical attention after the plane returned to Wichita, Kansas, Alaska Airlines and the FAA said.
America's governors panel
As the nation's governors conclude a turbulent week in Washington amid the National Governors' Association's annual gathering, Margaret Brennan spoke to Govs. Laura Kelly of Kansas, Andy Beshear of Kentucky, Mike Braun of Indiana and Mike DeWine of Ohio about the biggest issues facing their states and the country.
Full interview with bipartisan governors
"Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan sits down with four state governors– Kansas Democrat Laura Kelly, Kentucky Democrat Andy Beshear, Ohio Republican Mike DeWine and Indiana Republican Mike Braun– to discuss tariffs, immigration and bipartisanship. A portion of this interview aired on Feb. 22, 2026.
Kansas man fights to legalize raccoons as pets
In at least 32 states, pet raccoons are illegal. That includes Kansas, where one man with a soft spot for the creatures is hoping to change that. Dave Malkoff reports.
County apologizes for raid on newspaper, agrees to pay $3 million
The Marion County Record editor's mother Joan, who co-owned the paper, died of a heart attack the day after the raid.
Mayor facing charges for alleged voter fraud
The mayor of a small town in rural Kansas is facing criminal charges for allegedly voting as a noncitizen. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has the details.
Why this Kansas town celebrates Neewollah
In small-town America, local pride comes in many forms. In Independence, Kansas, it takes the shape of Neewollah. Dating back to 1919, it started as an antidote to Halloween mischief. Ian Lee reports.
Town rebuilds with focus on sustainability
Nearly two decades ago, a devastating tornado all but wiped out a town in eastern Kansas. But now, Greensburg has new life. CBS News' Ian Lee reports.
Kansas town destroyed by tornado reinvents itself with clean energy
In 2007, a powerful tornado decimated Greensburg, Kansas. Today, 100% of its electricity comes from wind energy, and many of its roofs are lined with solar panels.
Kansas town goes green after devastating tornado
In 2007, a powerful tornado decimated Greensburg, Kansas. Today, 100% of its electricity comes from wind energy and many of its roofs are lined with solar panels. Ian Lee reports.
My Mother's Murder Trials - Part 2
A daughter suspects her mother of a double murder. Years later, courtroom drama brings unsettling answers. CBS News chief correspondent Jim Axelrod reports for "48 Hours."
My Mother's Murder Trials - Part 1
A daughter suspects her mother of a double murder. Years later, courtroom drama brings unsettling answers. CBS News chief correspondent Jim Axelrod reports for "48 Hours."
Kansas deputy charged with murder after death of inmate
Wyandotte County District Attorney Mark Dupree said deputy Richard Fatherley was charged with second-degree murder and an alternative count of involuntary manslaughter.
Kristen Trickle: Autopsy of the Mind
A Kansas woman is found dying from a gunshot wound. Evidence at the scene doesn’t add up, so a prosecutor gets creative. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
Tarantula mating season begins soon. Spiders can be spotted in these 5 states
Tarantula mating season kicks off in the fall. There are five states where the arachnids will be spotted most.
Kansas furniture store owner forced to shutter due to tariffs
Henrik Svendsen said President Trump's trade war is making the furniture he sells unaffordable to import and unaffordable for customers.
Furniture store closing over tariffs, owners says
Most will see just a furniture store when they visit My Home Contemporary Furniture in Merriam, Kansas, but for owner Henrik Svendsen, it's the culmination of his life's work. Tariffs are now threatening that. Ian Lee reports.
DOJ issues new subpoenas in Alaska Senate probe
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Patrick Stewart, best known for "Star Trek" and "X-Men," dies at 86
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Iran claims 4 tankers hit mines in Strait of Hormuz
El-Sayed's faith, family under scrutiny in campaign. Here's what we know.
Hegseth fires Pentagon's top military planner over alleged leaks
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Whistleblower says DEA let fentanyl pills hit the streets
U.S. citizens included on DOJ list of 400 alleged noncitizens, Washington says
