Trump campaign challenges vote counts
The Trump campaign is launching a series of legal challenges to vote counts in multiple states. CBS News campaign reporter Cara Korte joins CBSN with the latest.
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Trump campaign mounts legal challenges
The Trump campaign is filing legal challenges as the vote count continues in key battleground states. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Pennsylvania attorney general on election
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro discusses the election results and the legal challenges from Republicans. The president claims he already won Pennsylvania's electoral college votes despite hundreds of thousands of ballots that still need to be counted.
Nevada attorney general on vote count
Vote counting continues in Nevada, where Democratic nominee Joe Biden currently has a narrow lead over President Trump. The Trump campaign filed a lawsuit claiming that thousands of votes are fraudulent, without presenting any evidence. Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Judge could call postmaster general to testify over missed deadline
The order, issued by U.S. District Judge Emmet G. Sullivan, was meant to trigger sweeps of facilities in six key battleground states.
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Surge of mail-in votes slows Pennsylvania ballot count
Election workers continue to count ballots around the clock in Pennsylvania. More than a million early votes still need to be counted. Jericka Duncan reports.
Michigan counting votes quicker than expected
Michigan's secretary of state announced that the state believes it will have all ballots counted within 24 hours. Earlier, officials had estimated the state's count might take until Thursday. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian has the latest from Detroit.
How votes are counted in key states
With record early and mail-in voting, results in some states could change dramatically as the night goes on. Some battleground states, including Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Michigan, count in-person votes first. CBS News election law expert David Becker has more.
More than 100 million voted early
CBS News campaign reporter Cara Korte joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to break down which states saw a surge in early voting this year.
Judge orders sweep of postal facilities for mail-in ballots
The order comes after the Postal Service said more than 300,000 ballots were received but unable to be traced to their destination, according to data analyzed by the NAACP.
Legal challenges loom over Election Day
A surge of lawsuits over voting procedures have been filed across the country this election season. CBS News political analyst Leslie Sanchez and Antjuan Seawright, a CBS News political contributor and a Democratic strategist, join CBSN to discuss the high volume of legal challenges and what to watch for as Election Day gets underway.
Presidential candidates make final pitches to voters
Election Day in-person voting is underway, as voters nationwide choose who they want n the White House for the next four years. Control of the House and Senate is also on the line. President Trump and Joe Biden held a number of campaign events Monday vying for every last ballot. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry joins CBSN with the latest.
Voters head to the polls on Election Day
CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News political director Caitlin Conant joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with details on what to watch for on election night.
President Trump's campaign trail message
Matt Schlapp, the chairman of the American Conservative Union and a Trump campaign surrogate, joins CBSN to talk about President Trump's message on the campaign trail in the final days of the 2020 race.
Presidential race prompts concern over election laws
The 2020 presidential race has prompted discussion about election laws. Litigation attorney Bryan Tyson joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
USPS to implement "extraordinary measures"
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Postal Service to take "extraordinary measures" ahead of Election Day. It comes as facilities across the country report delays in mail-in-voting ballot deliveries. Robert Brandon is the CEO and executive director of the Fair Elections Center. He joins CBSN and weighed in on whether these new measures will be enough to ensure all votes are counted.
On election eve, U.S. Postal Service faces delivery delays
Mail-in ballots for voters in some swing states are taking longer to reach election officials, USPS data show.
All eyes on Pennsylvania ahead of election
An estimated more than 2.3 million Pennsylvanians have voted ahead of Election Day. The candidates are focusing on the state, which could play a major role in who wins. CBS News' latest Battleground Tracker poll has Joe Biden leading over President Trump. Jericka Duncan reports from the hotly contested swing state.
RNC chair predicts Election Day surge for Trump
Ronna McDaniel says she expects the president to overcome Joe Biden's early vote lead with ballots cast on Election Day.
Americans vote early in record numbers
With just three days until Election Day, 90 million ballots have already been cast nationwide. That is already more than 65% of the total number of votes cast in 2016. Lilia Luciano has more.
Final push in Pennsylvania
Both the Trump and Biden campaigns are going full tilt in Pennsylvania leading up to Election Day. With just three days left on the campaign trail, they hope to secure the vote in the highly critical swing state. Pennsylvania Capital-Star editor-in-chief John Micek joins CBSN to discuss the impact the state's mail-in ballot count could have on the outcome of the election.
Biden eyes red states won by Trump in 2016
With President Trump defending states he won on Friday, Joe Biden went on offense in Iowa, a state now in play after the Mr. Trump won it easily in 2016. Ed O'Keefe and Omar Villafranca reports.
How mail-in ballots impact African American voters
This year's early voting data points to African American turnout that could rival records set when Barack Obama was on the ballot. But a scramble to fix absentee ballot errors and hours-long lines are raising questions about whether every vote will be counted. Major Garrett has more.
How mail-in ballots and long lines impact minority voters
Absentee ballots submitted by Latinos and African Americans in North Carolina are three times more likely to be turned away than those from White voters.
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Live updates as 3 million Epstein files released by DOJ
The Justice Department released more new documents today from the Jeffrey Epstein files, more than a month after DOJ's original deadline to do so.
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Senate begins votes on funding package with shutdown deadline hours away
Dozens of federal agencies are set to see their funding lapse at midnight as senators work to finalize a deal on a package of spending bills.
Catherine O'Hara, "Beetlejuice" and "Home Alone" star, dies at 71
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Journalist Don Lemon arrested after protest at Minnesota church
Don Lemon was taken into custody by federal agents in Los Angeles, where had been covering the Grammy Awards, his attorney said.
FBI now leading investigation into fatal shooting of Alex Pretti
The FBI is now leading the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota.
3 key questions for investors about Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
President Trump dominates red carpet chatter at "Melania" premiere
For those wondered if President Trump would give up the spotlight and let the first lady field all reporter questions at the premiere of her film "Melania" Thursday night, the answer was no.
Lindsey Vonn says her "Olympic dream is not over" after crash
Skiing great Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final downhill before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Husband in au pair affair recounts killings of wife, man: "Hoping to de-escalate"
Brendan Banfield testified that he did not fatally stab his wife in 2023, but instead shot the man who did.
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3 key questions for investors about Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
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Nevada's first-in-the-nation primary bid gets boost from Latino Victory
Nevada, New Hampshire and South Carolina are vying to be the first state to vote in the 2028 Democratic presidential primaries.
A new $45 fee for travelers without Real IDs goes into effect Feb. 1
Passengers without Real IDs can still fly if they pay a $45 fee, which covers the cost of additional identity verification screening.
Saks to shutter most Saks Off 5th stores as bankrupt retailer cuts costs
Saks, which declared bankruptcy on Jan. 14, is set to hold going-out-of-business sales as it closes dozens of retail outlets.
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3 key questions for investors about Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh
Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor, is in line to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell in May. Here's what Wall Street wants to know.
Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
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A new $45 fee for travelers without Real IDs goes into effect Feb. 1
Passengers without Real IDs can still fly if they pay a $45 fee, which covers the cost of additional identity verification screening.
Saks to shutter most Saks Off 5th stores as bankrupt retailer cuts costs
Saks, which declared bankruptcy on Jan. 14, is set to hold going-out-of-business sales as it closes dozens of retail outlets.
What Kevin Warsh as new Federal Reserve chair could mean for the economy
The president is turning to a former Fed official as his nominee to replace outgoing Chair Jerome Powell.
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Nevada's first-in-the-nation primary bid gets boost from Latino Victory
Nevada, New Hampshire and South Carolina are vying to be the first state to vote in the 2028 Democratic presidential primaries.
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Live updates as 3 million Epstein files released by DOJ
The Justice Department released more new documents today from the Jeffrey Epstein files, more than a month after DOJ's original deadline to do so.
President Trump dominates red carpet chatter at "Melania" premiere
For those wondered if President Trump would give up the spotlight and let the first lady field all reporter questions at the premiere of her film "Melania" Thursday night, the answer was no.
Justice Department will probe Alex Pretti's killing in civil rights investigation
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Department of Justice is participating in a civil rights investigation into the death of Alex Pretti, who was shot and killed by two Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis amid a federal immigration crackdown.
DOJ releasing more than 3 million pages of Jeffrey Epstein records
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says the Justice Department is releasing millions more records related to its probe into Jeffrey Epstein.
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Patients are being hit with this surprise fee just for seeing their doc
One patient reports getting stuck with a $2,418 "facility fee" after seeing her doctor. "I didn't even know such a thing existed," she said.
Carter Center reaches major milestone in quest to eradicate Guinea worm
Jimmy Carter made eradicating the Guinea worm a top mission of The Carter Center. Now it could soon become the second disease eradicated in history.
Life expectancy in U.S. hit record high of 79 years in 2024, CDC says
U.S. life expectancy rose to 79 years in 2024 - the highest mark in American history. But the U.S. still ranks below dozens of other countries.
Gerber recalls some arrowroot biscuits over potential plastic, paper pieces
The recall affects several batches of the 5.5-ounce Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits, the FDA said.
South Carolina measles outbreak now larger than Texas' in 2025, new data shows
South Carolina's measles outbreak has grown to include 789 cases. A West Texas outbreak last year sickened 762 people.
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Iranians are anxious, but some hope Trump will "fulfill his promise"
Many people in Tehran and Tel Aviv are worried that Trump will make good on his threats to attack Iran again, but for some, it's fear laced with hope.
Son of Norway crown princess to stand trial for allegedly raping 4 women
Marius Borg Hoiby, the 29-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been charged with a total of 38 counts.
Shark kills 13-year-old boy at popular beach in Brazil
Dozens of beaches along the turquoise coastlines of Pernambuco have been issued with shark warnings, authorities said.
Quieter night in Ukraine as Trump says Putin agreed to pause strikes
Zelenskyy says Ukraine will "take corresponding steps" as Trump says Putin agreed to stop bombing Ukrainian cities for a week.
Remains, jacket found over 2 years after woman vanished in wilderness
Human remains and clothing were found while searching for Belgian national Celine Cremer, who went missing in 2023 in Tasmania, police said.
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Catherine O'Hara, "Beetlejuice" and "Home Alone" star, dies at 71
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
UFC 325 fights go down tomorrow night. See when it starts, who's on the card and where to watch.
Alexander Volkanovski faces Diego Lopes in the UFC 325 main event on what's expected to be an action-packed fight card.
KATSEYE reflects on success and what's next
In just two years, KATSEYE has gone from a Netflix reality competition show to top of the charts, collecting a VMA and two Grammy nominations along the way. The group talks about their journey together in the music industry and what they hope for in the future.
Designer brings life to Grammy red carpet
The nominees and performers for the Grammy Awards will walk the red carpet on Sunday - with flashing camera lights, celebrity interviews and floral designs. Botanical artist Tu Bloom has been the designer behind the red carpet flowers for nearly two decades. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about his design for this year's red carpet and what drew him to his profession.
Behind-the-scenes look ahead of the Grammys
Final preparations are underway for the Grammys, which air on Sunday on CBS. Music's biggest night could be historic for multiple artists. Anthony Mason got an inside look.
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Uber looks to cash in on self-driving cars — but not by driving them
The rideshare company is getting into the business of providing real-world driving data to autonomous vehicle developers. Here's why.
New AI features for Gmail users
This month, Google launched a suite of new features for Gmail. Google's AI assistant, Gemini, can now filter through junk, summarize an inbox and even help users write emails. Blake Barnes, Gmail vice president of product, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
TikTok's new privacy policy is sparking a backlash. Here's what to know.
Some TikTok users are raising questions about the app's new terms and conditions after the social media platform's split from its China-based parent.
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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.
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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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Don Lemon's attorney reacts to his arrest
Independent journalist Don Lemon has been arrested in Los Angeles and faces two federal charges, a source tells CBS News. Anna Schecter has more.
DOJ releases more Epstein files
The Justice Department released more than 3 million pages from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation files. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
Judge on Luigi Mangione facing death penalty
A federal judge has ruled on evidence that can be used in Luigi Mangione's case and determined he will not face the death penalty if convicted. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
DOJ releases more Jeffrey Epstein files
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced on Friday the release of millions of pages from files related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Son of Norway crown princess to stand trial for allegedly raping 4 women
Marius Borg Hoiby, the 29-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been charged with a total of 38 counts.
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NASA delays Artemis mission to moon due to cold weather
The first Artemis moonshot with a crew is now targeted for no earlier than Feb. 8, two days later than planned.
Artemis II crew undergoes intense training for rare moon mission
For months, the Artemis II crew and flight controllers have been simulating malfunctions to prepare for their upcoming trip around the Moon.
Inside Artemis II astronauts' training
NASA is preparing for its first crewed mission around the moon in more than 50 years. The Artemis II astronauts include three Americans and one Canadian on a 10-day flight. Mark Strassmann got a look at how they're training.
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.
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
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What's holding up the funding bill?
Senate Democrats struck a deal with the White House late Thursday on a funding deal ahead of the government shutdown deadline, but the upper chamber has yet to hold a vote to pass the package. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
Breaking down latest Epstein files release
The Justice Department on Friday began releasing more than 3 million records related to the investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.
Trump says no drawdown in Minneapolis planned
People in Minneapolis say ICE has not changed its ways, despite a change in command. Border czar Tom Homan said he is working on a drawdown plan for ICE, but President Trump says there is no pullback right now. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has the details.
Ex-CNN anchor Alisyn Camerota on Don Lemon arrest
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon was taken into custody Thursday night in Los Angeles following his coverage of an anti-ICE protest during a Minnesota church service. Journalist Alisyn Camerota, formerly of CNN and Fox News, joins to discuss the case.
Graham on demands to allow funding bill vote
Speaking from the Senate floor on Friday, GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham laid out what he wanted to allow a vote on a funding package with just hours left of the government shutdown deadline. Among the demands was a vote on his legislation to crack down on sanctuary cities.