Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots
The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.
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Belief in the ballot in Maricopa County, AZ
Republican election officials in Maricopa County, Arizona, are working to restore faith in elections amid former President Trump’s false claims that the 2020 election was stolen.
Arizona election officials work to restore confidence in results
Republican election officials in Maricopa County, Arizona, are working to restore faith in elections amid former President Trump's false claims that the 2020 election was stolen.
Arizona election officials subjected to violent threats
Republican officials in Maricopa County, Arizona, have faced threats after speaking out in defense of election results.
Evictions surge in Phoenix as rent increases prompt housing crisis
Since March of last year, Maricopa County has led the nation in the number of eviction filings.
Arizona to halt some new home construction due to water supply issues
A government report released earlier this month revealed Arizona's booming population will outgrow its drought-stricken water supply if action isn't taken.
Maricopa County seeks sanctions against Kari Lake: "Enough really is enough"
A judge dismissed the former gubernatorial candidate's lawsuit last week.
GOP-controlled Arizona county refuses to certify 2022 midterm election results
If the results aren't included in the state's tally, it would flip the victor in at least two close races from a Republican to a Democrat.
Dengue fever case in Arizona may have been locally acquired, officials say
Arizona may be just the second state so far this year to have a case that stemmed from a locally acquired infection.
Arizona House, governor races still toss-ups
The race for Arizona governor is still a toss-up, as are two House races. Some are complaining about how long it's taking to count all the ballots but state officials say this wait not abnormal. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini is in Phoenix with the latest.
Arizona official addresses voting issues
Arizona's assistant secretary of state, Allie Bones, joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Jeff Glor to discuss voting machine issues in Maricopa County.
Arizona voter intimidation reported
The sheriff of Maricopa County, Arizona, is responding and stepping up security after allegations of voter intimidation. CBS News reporter Musadiq Bidar has details on the situation.
Iowa man arrested for threatening Arizona election official
Mark Rissi allegedly threatened a Maricopa County election official with hanging, lynching and torches.
GOP push to audit election results began in Pennsylvania, report shows
Calls to review the ballots in the 2020 election sparked quietly among GOP lawmakers in Pennsylvania, according to a report by The Washington Post. Rosalind Helderman, an investigative reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano to detail how the audits played out.
Deadline looms for Maricopa County election audit
The Maricopa County election audit is in its seventh week as Republican lawmakers from both Pennsylvania and Georgia have begun observing the audit process in Arizona. Political experts worry this could potentially lead to other attempts to find fraudulent ballots from the 2020 presidential election. Jim Nintzel, executive editor at the Tucson Weekly, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Officials call for end to election audit
The mostly Republican board of supervisors in the largest county in Arizona are calling for an end to the highly unusual post-election audit of ballots there. Jim Nintzel, the executive editor for Tucson Weekly, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on the controversy in Maricopa County.
Maloney on January 6th investigation
Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon is refusing to appear before the House Select Committee investigating the January 6th Capitol insurrection as former President Trump claims executive privilege. New York Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney joined CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the latest.
Findings of Maricopa County ballot review
The final report of the Republican-led ballot review of the 2020 presidential election in Maricopa County is expected to be released to Arizona's Senate today. CBS News obtained a draft of the report which once again confirms that President Biden defeated former President Donald Trump last November. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Arizona election review affirms Biden's win
The review of 2020 election results in Maricopa County, Arizona has concluded and reaffirms that President Biden won the county and the state. CBS News senior White House correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports. Then, CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN anchor Lana Zak to discuss what else is in the report and what the results could mean for other election challenges.
Biden won Arizona in 2020, draft of report on GOP-ordered review shows
According to the draft, his roughly 45,000-vote margin of victory in the state's most populous county even expanded by a few hundred votes.
Arizona 2020 ballot review to be made public September 24
The GOP-led state Senate ordered a full hand recount and review of ballots and voting machines in Maricopa County earlier this year, after Biden's victory had been certified.
Texas governor to sign restrictive voting bill
New restrictions will be placed on voting in Texas once Governor Greg Abbott signs a new election bill into law. Meantime, the Arizona Senate is releasing new documents about the controversial election audit that's currently underway in Maricopa County. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Arizona election review delayed again due to COVID-19
Arizona Senate president Karen Fann said in a statement that three members of the audit team are "quite sick."
Firm finalizes Arizona election audit report
Republicans in the Arizona state Senate will receive the report from the firm that conducted an audit of Maricopa County's 2020 election results. Christina Ruffini spoke with Tucson Weekly Executive Editor Jim Nintzel about why we won't know what's in the report right away and why election officials and experts alike say the findings, regardless of what they are, won't be credible.
Appeals court orders release of Arizona Senate audit records
An Arizona appeals court ruled the documents maintained by contractors conducting the recount are public.
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Senate to hold rare Sunday session aimed at ending shutdown
The government shutdown is now on Day 40 as senators are set to return to Capitol Hill for a rare Sunday session. Follow live updates here.
USDA says states must "immediately undo any steps" to send full SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, in a late-night Saturday memo, also threatened to impose financial penalties on states that did not comply with the government's new orders.
Duffy says travel to be "reduced to a trickle" for holidays due to shutdown
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights ahead of this weekend as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
Powerful earthquake strikes off the coast of Japan
A powerful earthquake, with an upgraded magnitude of 6.9 and a depth of about 12 miles, struck off the coast of northern Japan, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
White House says Commanders naming new stadium after Trump would be "beautiful"
Under a deal between the Commanders and D.C., the team will return to the nation's capital in a new stadium expected to cost nearly $4 billion.
Syrian president arrives in U.S. for meeting with Trump
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, whose rebel forces ousted longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad late last year, is due to meet President Trump at the White House on Monday.
FAA grounds MD-11 planes after deadly Kentucky crash
The Federal Aviation Administration on Saturday ordered MD-11 and MD-11F aircrafts to be grounded as authorities investigate the deadly UPS plane crash in Kentucky.
4 dead, 13 injured after police chase suspect crashes into Florida LGBTQ bar
More than a dozen people were standing outside Bradley's, a popular LGBTQ bar, when the car crashed into them after a police chase.
Israel receives remains of an Israeli soldier who was killed in Gaza in 2014
Hamas said it found the body of the soldier, Hadar Goldin, in a tunnel in the enclave's southernmost city of Rafah on Saturday. Goldin was killed on Aug. 1, 2014.
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Faith Salie on the addictive internet meme "6-7"
Faith Salie brings some middle-aged energy to the latest inside joke among youngsters.
"The Wounded Generation": Bearing the invisible scars of war
When the "Greatest Generation" returned home from World War II, many veterans had suffered psychic wounds not diagnosed or understood at the time to be PTSD. A new book examines the traumas that they - and other returning war veterans - have faced.
Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast among Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's newest inductees
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Suspect in Calif. family's murder asked online psychic: "will I get caught?"
The bodies of Dr. Henry Han, his wife Jennie, and their 5-year-old daughter Emily were found in the garage of their Santa Barbara, California, home, wrapped in plastic and duct tape. The prosecutor says they were shot while they slept.
Prizefighter Christy Martin on facing her biggest battle
The boxer who was attacked by her husband and left for dead now speaks out in support of victims of domestic violence.
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Nearly 1 million bottles of Kirkland prosecco recalled from Costco
Costco said the recalled bubbly beverages could pose a "laceration hazard" to consumers.
FAA grounds MD-11 planes after deadly Kentucky crash
The Federal Aviation Administration on Saturday ordered MD-11 and MD-11F aircrafts to be grounded as authorities investigate the deadly UPS plane crash in Kentucky.
Trump calls for investigation into foreign meatpackers over U.S. beef prices
President Trump is accusing foreign-owned meat packers of driving up the price of beef in the U.S. and is asking the Department of Justice to open an investigation.
Food costs are up, but your Thanksgiving feast will cost less this year
Although grocery prices have continued to climb in 2025, a Thanksgiving dinner will cost 2% to 3% less this year, one analysis found.
Seasonal retail jobs are set to drop to lowest level in 15 years
Workers looking to pick up extra cash working retail jobs this winter may be out of luck as stores pull back on hiring.
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Transcript: Kevin Hassett, National Economic Council director, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 9, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Kevin Hassett, National Economic Council director, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 9, 2025.
Transcript: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 9, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 9, 2025.
Transcript: West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 9, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey, a Republican, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 9, 2025.
Transcript: Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 9, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 9, 2025.
USDA says states must "immediately undo any steps" to send full SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, in a late-night Saturday memo, also threatened to impose financial penalties on states that did not comply with the government's new orders.
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Bearing the invisible scars of war
When the "Greatest Generation" returned home from World War II, many veterans had suffered psychic wounds that were not diagnosed or understood at the time to be PTSD. For his new book, "The Wounded Generation," historian David Nasaw researched the experiences of WWII veterans – from suffering survivor's guilt, to receiving electro-shock therapy treatments – that give insights into the emotional traumas facing veterans of all wars. Lesley Stahl reports.
Promising clinical trials in Alzheimer's prevention
Washington University Medicine in St. Louis is conducting important research into treating early-onset Alzheimer's before symptoms arise.
Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research.
Extended interview: Bill Gates on Alzheimer's
In this web exclusive, Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates talks with CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about backing research into Alzheimer's, a disease which affected his own father.
Her cancer seemed incurable until doctors identified a rare genetic condition
Chemo and surgery failed to treat Diane Davis' advanced cancer. Things seemed hopeless until genetic testing found an unlikely culprit.
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Transcript: Kevin Hassett, National Economic Council director, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 9, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Kevin Hassett, National Economic Council director, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 9, 2025.
Transcript: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 9, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 9, 2025.
Transcript: West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 9, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey, a Republican, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 9, 2025.
Transcript: Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 9, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Nov. 9, 2025.
Super Typhoon Fung-wong slams into Philippines after displacing 1 million
The biggest typhoon to threaten the Philippines in years, Fung-wong could cover two-thirds of the archipelago with its 1,118-mile-wide rain and wind band, forecasters said.
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Billy Bob Thornton on the return of "Landman"
The actor, writer and musician has been an unconventional and unforgettable presence, from his Oscar-winning "Sling Blade," to his rock band, The Boxmasters. He's now back in Season 2 of the Paramount+ series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas.
Extended interview: Billy Bob Thornton
In this web exclusive, Oscar-winning actor-writer Billy Bob Thornton talks with Lee Cowan about returning to his character Tommy Norris in the Paramount+ series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas. He also discusses his rock band, The Boxmasters; his relationship to fame; and how Hollywood legend Billy Wilder changed his career.
Billy Bob Thornton on the return of "Landman"
Actor, writer and musician Billy Bob Thornton has been an unconventional and unforgettable presence, from his Oscar-winning "Sling Blade," to his rock band, The Boxmasters. He's now back in Season 2 of the Paramount+ drama series "Landman," set in the oil fields of West Texas. Thornton talks with Lee Cowan about his hillbilly roots, music, and the milestone of turning 70.
Extended interview: Jessie Buckley
In this web exclusive, Academy Award-nominee Jessie Buckley talks with Seth Doane about her latest films, "Hamnet" and "The Bride!," and of "living in an unconscious place" when creating a character.
"Hamnet" actress Jessie Buckley on how Shakespeare changed everything for her
She's been called "the acting world's best-kept secret." But Oscar-nominee Jessie Buckley's latest role, playing the wife of William Shakespeare in "Hamnet," may change that.
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Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
Lawsuits accuse ChatGPT of enabling suicide
At least seven families are suing tech giant OpenAI, claiming that its ChatGPT program drove people to suicide and harmful delusions. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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.
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Apple blasts EU over competition laws, warning they make "fraud and scams" more likely
Apple called out European officials in a heated letter shared with CBS News, arguing regulations that force it to accommodate smaller rivals have harmed user safety — after President Trump threatened tariffs on countries with hardline tech rules.
Meet the woman behind chart-topping AI artist Xania Monet
Artist Xania Monet's voice has been heard by millions around the world, but some are surprised to learn she's a product of artificial intelligence.
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Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research.
Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, dies at 97
James D. Watson, who helped discover the structure of DNA, has died at 97 years old.
Hundreds of dolphins found dead in lake were in water hotter than jacuzzi
"You couldn't put your finger in the water," said the lead author of the study, which spotlights the impacts of planetary warming on aquatic ecosystems.
Videos show orcas flipping great white sharks and eating their livers
New research suggests that a pod in the Gulf of California specializes in hunting sharks.
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Suspect in Calif. family's murder asked online psychic: "will I get caught?"
The bodies of Dr. Henry Han, his wife Jennie, and their 5-year-old daughter Emily were found in the garage of their Santa Barbara, California, home, wrapped in plastic and duct tape. The prosecutor says they were shot while they slept.
Prizefighter Christy Martin on facing her biggest battle
The boxer who was attacked by her husband and left for dead now speaks out in support of victims of domestic violence.
Tampa car crash kills 4, over a dozen hurt
In Tampa, Florida, four people were killed and more than a dozen were hurt after a car crashed into a crowded bar.
3 employees killed in shooting at landscape supply business in San Antonio
The suspect was later found dead, police said.
4 dead, 13 injured after police chase suspect crashes into Florida LGBTQ bar
More than a dozen people were standing outside Bradley's, a popular LGBTQ bar, when the car crashed into them after a police chase.
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Building the next space station
Astronauts opened the hatch to the International Space Station for the first time 25 years ago. The station will be retired at the end of the decade and there's a new type of space race on to replace it. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to run NASA
President Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
Scientists discover black hole flare with the light of 10 trillion suns
Researcher Matthew Graham said scientists didn't initially "believe the numbers about the energy" emitting from the cosmic display.
25 years of International Space Station
Over the past 25 years, the International Space Station has hosted 280 people from 23 countries. Jericka Duncan speaks with former astronauts about their time living 250 miles above Earth.
China sends 3 taikonauts, first live mammals ever, to its space station
China has sent a new crew to its Tiangong space station, including its youngest ever taikonaut, along with the first live mammals ever sent to the station.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Robert Redford 1936-2025
A retrospective look at the actor, director, producer, and founder of the Sundance Institute.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Moore: White House causing "chaos" on funding
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that there has been "intentional chaos" from the Trump administration as it says it cannot fund SNAP benefits amid the shutdown. "They got money for everything but when it's to supporting the people, that's now when they are crying, well, we are broke and that's not what the law requires us to do," Moore said.
Hassett: "Negative quarter" possible
White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the fourth quarter could be a "negative quarter" if the government shutdown drags on through Thanksgiving. He added that military paychecks could stop on Nov. 15, and while SNAP benefits are being administered under the law, but "it's really, really pushing the boundaries of the law."
Open: "Face the Nation," Nov. 9, 2025
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," New Jersey Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill and Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger join to discuss the Democrats' sweep of the past week's state and local elections. Meanwhile, White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett joins with more on the government shutdown as the Senate is set to hold a rare Sunday session.
Nature: Wombats in Tasmania
We leave you this Sunday with wombats, and friends, enjoying the morning at Cradle Mountain in Tasmania. Videographer: Lee McEachern.
Democratic victories jolt Trump, House GOP
The Democratic Party's decisive wins across the country last Tuesday (including the New York City mayor's race, governorships in New Jersey and Virginia, and California's redistricting proposition) are being billed by Democrats as a referendum on President Trump and the GOP. Robert Costa talks with New York Times reporters Luke Broadwater and Annie Karni, co-authors of "Mad House," about the prospects for both parties, the current government shutdown, the 2026 midterms, and the remainder of the Trump presidency.