McConnell recovering from shoulder injury
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is recovering from a fall at his Kentucky home. The Republican lawmaker suffered a fractured shoulder, his communications director announced Sunday.
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Dems demand Senate address gun violence
Democrats are calling on Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to reconvene the Senate for an emergency session addressing gun control. It's been nearly 15 years since a ban on assault-style weapons expired, but the Republican leader has resisted holding a vote on bipartisan legislation. Nancy Cordes reports.
Chuck Schumer & Peter King on gun legislation
Senate Minority Leader Schumer, a Democrat, and Rep. Peter King, a Republican, urged Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to bring background check legislation to the floor. The bill passed in the House in February. Watch their remarks.
Trump sees support for background checks
President Trump says he believes Republicans in the Senate want to get something done on gun control, particularly on background checks. But Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said he won't reconvene the Senate to do it. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and Bob Cusack, editor-in-chief of The Hill, join CBSN with the latest.
Will Congress tackle gun reform?
CBS News' Natalie Brand joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to report that a major union representing teachers and families of shooting victims is calling on Congress to take up gun violence prevention legislation.
Fact check: Trump on gun control
In the wake of the Odessa mass shooting, President Trump said that legislation on gun control was being considered in Congress. However, the president has also backtracked from supporting background checks, and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is not allowing any new gun control bills to advance in the Senate.
White House circulates gun legislation proposal to lawmakers
Attorney General William Barr is meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to discuss gun legislation proposals under consideration by the White House. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss how Republicans and Democrats are reacting.
Pelosi & McConnell disagree with Trump's Syria plan
U.S. troops have begun to pull back from positions in northern Syria. America's Kurdish allies could soon be overrun by Turkish forces. There's also concern that 10,000 ISIS fighters could escape. The House speaker and Senate majority leader rarely agree on anything, but Monday they're both speaking out against President Trump's plan. David Martin reports.
Senator Mike Braun on impeachment
Indiana Republican Senator Mike Braun joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how his Republican colleagues are preparing for the possibility that the impeachment inquiry could lead to a trial in the Senate.
This week's impeachment recap
CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and Wall Street Journal Capitol Hill reporter Siobhan Hughes join CBSN to discuss recent developments in the impeachment inquiry against President Trump.
Rubio tapped as acting chairman of Senate Intel Committee
Rubio will serve as the acting chairman after Senator Richard Burr stepped down from the post during an investigation into his stock trades.
This week's impeachment inquiry highlights
CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and Wall Street Journal Capitol Hill reporter Siobhan Hughes join CBSN to recap developments in the impeachment inquiry against President Trump during the second week of December.
Full House impeachment vote this week
The House of Representatives is expected to hold a full vote on impeachment Wednesday. It is likely to pass along party lines, which would set up a Senate trial in January. Senators are already bracing for a contentious trial. CBS News' Laura Podesta joined CBSN AM with the latest.
McConnell rejects witnesses at Senate trial
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell responded to Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's demand for witnesses at a potential Senate impeachment trial, saying the House is responsible for conducting impeachment investigations. McConnell responded to Schumer in a speech from the Senate floor on Tuesday. Watch his remarks.
Trump impeached. What happens next?
The House of Representatives voted Wednesday night to impeach President Trump for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN AM to break down the vote and explain what happens next.
McConnell slams "purely partisan impeachment"
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell condemned the impeachment of President Trump in a speech on the Senate floor Thursday, saying a "slapdash" process had resulted in "the most rushed, least thorough and most unfair impeachment inquiry in modern history." Watch his full remarks.
Pelosi may hold up Senate impeachment trial
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she may hold off on sending the articles of impeachment to the Senate unless Senator Mitch McConnell can show that the proceedings will be fair. CBS News' Paula Reid, USA Today's Nicholas Wu, and CBSN contributor Keir Dougall joined CBSN to explain what happens next in the impeachment process.
Newly released email details Ukraine aid delay
Email from a White House official is shedding light on the timeline of the Trump administration's move to withhold military aid from Ukraine - an issue at the center of President Trump's impeachment. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid joined CBSN AM with how the White House is responding to this development.
House lawyer: Trump could be impeached again
A lawyer for the House Judiciary Committee says Democrats could impeach President Trump again if new evidence of obstruction emerges. This comes as senators spar over how to proceed with the impeachment trial. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid joined CBSN AM with the latest.
Trump's impact on federal courts
According to The Washington Post, 1 in 4 federal circuit judges have been appointed by President Trump. Jessica Levinson, a professor at Loyola Law School, spoke to CBSN about the impact Mr. Trump's appointments will have on the courts for years to come.
McConnell says Senate can't hold trial without the articles
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell lambasted House Democrats over their impeachment of President Trump and indicated during a Senate floor speech that he and Democrats have made no progress in agreeing on rules for the Senate impeachment trial. He said that the House's "turn is over," but asserted that the Senate "can't hold a trial without the articles" of impeachment. The articles have not yet been sent to the Senate by the House.
McConnell on killing of top Iran general
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell praised the U.S. operation that killed top Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani and called on senators to wait to hear from the Trump administration before "passing much public judgment on this operation and its potential consequences." McConnell spoke on the Senate floor Friday.
Schumer calls for impeachment trial witnesses
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, in a speech on the Senate floor Friday, called on Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to allow the introduction of witnesses and documents in the impeachment trial of President Trump. He accused McConnell of using "finger-pointing and name-calling" to avoid answering questions about whether witnesses should be called. McConnell, who spoke on the floor before Schumer, said he'd prefer not to vote on calling witnesses until after the trial is underway.
McConnell speaks on impeachment rules
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said he has the support of enough Republicans to approve a resolution with rules governing President Trump's impeachment trial. McConnell said the resolution mirrors the procedures used in the Clinton impeachment trial in 1999.
Congressional standoff over impeachment trial
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he has the votes to begin the impeachment trial, but House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has not yet indicated when she'll send over the articles. CBS News legal analyst Jonathan Turley, a constitutional law professor at George Washington University, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to break down the constitutional stalemate.
Maps show where winter storm will bring ice, snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event, stretching across two-thirds of the U.S.
FBI agent in Minneapolis involved in Renee Good probe resigns
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accuses White House of "politics and retribution"
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
5-year-old taken into ICE custody has immigration case, preventing deportation
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
Ryan Wedding, Olympic athlete turned alleged drug kingpin, arrested
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
Vehicle crashes into terminal at Detroit Metro Airport
An investigation is underway after a driver crashed a vehicle into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport.
U.S. carries out 35th strike on alleged drug boat, first since Maduro capture
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
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General strike, rally, marches in Minnesota today to protest ICE
Hundreds of businesses in the Twin Cities are closed Friday to protest the presence of federal immigration agents in Minnesota, as thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets of downtown Minneapolis in a show of solidarity.
How much snow are you getting this weekend? See the forecast.
A winter storm is forecast to dump up to 24 inches of snow in some places this weekend, and many are wondering: How much snow are we actually getting?
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Officer comes to the rescue of grief-filled woman sleeping in cemetery, finds her a home
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accuses White House of "politics and retribution"
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
NTSB investigating Waymo robotaxis for improperly passing school buses
The National Transportation Safety Board announced it has opened an investigation into Waymo robotaxis following a series of incidents in Austin involving school buses filled with children.
FBI agent in Minneapolis involved in Renee Good probe resigns
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
Winter storm doesn't disprove climate change, despite Trump's claim
President Trump cited a major winter storm as evidence to suggest that global warming does not exist — a misleading claim that has been consistently debunked by climate experts.
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Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
How to heat your home safely as fierce winter storm grips the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
What to know about EVs as the winter storm brings bone-chilling temps
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Tesla Cybertruck sales plunged 48% in in 2025
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
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Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accuses White House of "politics and retribution"
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Epstein's inner circle subpoenaed to testify before House Oversight Committee
Jeffrey Epstein's lawyer, accountant and billionaire benefactor are set to appear before the committee in February and March.
FBI agent in Minneapolis involved in Renee Good probe resigns
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
U.S. carries out 35th strike on alleged drug boat, first since Maduro capture
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
5-year-old taken into ICE custody has immigration case, preventing deportation
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
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Loss of measles-free status would be "cost of doing business," new CDC deputy says
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
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U.S. carries out 35th strike on alleged drug boat, first since Maduro capture
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Trump says "armada" of warships is headed toward Iran "just in case"
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
Ukrainians struggle as Russian strikes close schools, cut heat and power
Russia's relentless strikes leave families in Kyiv without heat and power, and keep schools closed for at least a month.
Trump outrages NATO allies with remarks on war in Afghanistan
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
Rower in 3,000-mile race rescued in the dark of night, hours after capsizing
Benoit Bourguet, 47, was competing in a rowing race from Spain to Antigua when large waves capsized his single-man vessel.
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Madison Beer opens up about music journey
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" breaks Oscar nominations record
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
"Heated Rivalry" boosting demand for NHL tickets, SeatGeek says
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Jessica Williams talks new "Shrinking" season
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
Breaking down Oscar nominations
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
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Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
Elon Musk says at Davos that robots will one day outnumber people
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube looks to get rid of fake AI videos
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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.
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Officials on 5-year-old boy detained by ICE
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
Jury selection date set in Mangione trial
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
New video shows Ryan Wedding in FBI custody
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
5-year-old Liam Ramos detained by ICE
Five-year-old Liam Ramos is now being held at an ICE detention facility in Texas, CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. Here's what we know about the case.
Ryan Wedding arrested, officials say
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
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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.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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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.
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
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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Widow living at husband's grave helped by officer
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave. Then, an "angel" came to her rescue. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
NTSB investigating Waymo for traffic violations
Federal regulators have opened an investigation into Waymo robotaxis after a series of incidents involving school buses filled with kids. Kris Van Cleave has details.
Philadelphia sues over removal of slavery displays
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed from the President's House in Old City Philadelphia, prompting Philadelphia officials to file a lawsuit against the federal government. Elaine Quijano has more.
Uproar over Trump's comments about Afghanistan
European military veterans, families of the fallen and politicians have voiced outrage after President Trump claimed the U.S. had "never needed" its NATO allies, and that allied troops had stayed "a little off the front lines" during the 20-year war in Afghanistan. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Minnesota AG on ICE: "Politics and retribution"
Thousands braved subfreezing temperatures in the Twin Cities to protest ICE operations. It comes as Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison calls "Operation Metro Surge" a political tactic meant to punish Minnesotan leaders. Nicole Sganga reports.