Elise Stefanik to run for New York governor
Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik says she will run for governor of New York next year, challenging Democrat incumbent Kathy Hochul. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more.
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Letitia James seeks to dismiss fraud case, citing Trump's "animus"
New York Attorney General Letitia James is asking a federal judge to dismiss a mortgage fraud case against her, calling it a vindictive and politically motivated prosecution brought at the behest of a president who regards her as an enemy.
Stefanik announces New York governor bid
New York Rep. Elise Stefanik, a Republican, announced her bid for New York governor days after Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, won the New York City mayoral race. CBS News' Zak Hudak reports.
Rep. Elise Stefanik will announce run for N.Y. governor Friday, sources say
Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York has been hinting at the possibility of running against Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2026.
Mamdani's election draws celebration, pride and anger around the world
Mayor-elect Mamdani's win in New York is cheered by his London counterpart and a former mentor in Uganda, but draws a warning from Israel's U.S. ambassador.
Takeaways from 2025 elections
CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa breaks down what the 2025 elections mean for the future of both political parties ahead of next year's crucial midterms.
Breaking down election results
CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto explains what issues stood out for voters on Election Day and how Tuesday's elections differed from the primaries and the 2024 general election.
Watch: Zohran Mamdani gives victory speech
CBS News projects that Zohran Mamdani will win the New York City mayoral race. See Mamdani's address to supporters on election night.
Zohran Mamdani projected to become NYC mayor
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has won the New York City mayoral race, CBS News projects. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Ed O'Keefe reports, Lilia Luciano and Caitlin Huey-Burns have more.
Trump on key state and local elections
While Tuesday's elections are local and statewide races, the outcomes will serve as a major test of President Trump's second term. President Trump himself has already weighed in on the New York City race, saying voters have "no choice" but to vote for former Gov. Andrew Cuomo for mayor. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
NY, NJ, Virginia voters deciding key races
It's election night in the U.S., and voters across the country are headed to the polls for high-stakes races that could give an early indication of how the country is feeling about the two political parties and President Trump. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Lilia Luciano, Katrina Kaufman and Taurean Small have all the latest.
Updates on key Election Day races
Voters are heading to the polls in states across the country Tuesday, but three races in particular, in New York, New Jersey and Virginia, are being watched as a sign of what Americans want heading into next year's midterms. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Fin Gómez have more.
Latest on Election Day in several states
Election Day is here for voters in several states. CBS News' Taurean Small, Lilia Luciano, Katrina Kaufman and Hunter Woodall have the latest information on the key races being watched across the country.
2025 elections in NYC, New Jersey, Virginia to test Democrats, Trump
Election Day 2025 is here, with consequential races in New York City, New Jersey, Virginia and a redistricting ballot measure in California.
Key state and local elections heat up
Races in New York and New Jersey are heating up ahead of polls opening for Tuesday's Election Day. CBS News' political director Fin Gomez has the latest.
Polls tighten ahead of Election Day
The mayoral race in New York City is tightening ahead of Tuesday's Election Day. Meanwhile, the race for New Jersey governor between Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill heated up with an appearance from former President Barack Obama at a rally for Sherrill over the weekend. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more details.
Zohran Mamdani leads polls before election
Voters in New York, New Jersey, Virginia and California have already hit the polls for early voting before election day on Nov. 4. CBS News producer Jared Ochacher is following the New York City mayoral race.
Arrests in death of Robert De Niro's grandson
Authorities on Thursday announced more arrests in connection with the overdose deaths of three 19-year-olds, including Robert De Niro's grandson. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Students, staff put on surprise wedding for principal at New York school
Brianna Lanoye, the principal of the Buffalo Academy of Science, kept telling people she wanted to invite the whole school to her wedding. So, her school did the next best thing.
N.Y. AG Letitia James pleads not guilty to bank fraud charges in federal court
New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted by the Justice Department in October on bank fraud charges.
Brian Lehrer on final NYC mayoral debate
Brian Lehrer, host of "The Brian Lehrer Show" on WNYC, joins CBS News with his thoughts on Wednesday night's debate between New York City mayoral candidates Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa.
The key elections to watch in November
With exactly two weeks until Election Day, some key races could have big impacts nationwide. In New Jersey and Virginia, there are contests for governor. New York City voters will be choosing their next mayor, and in California, voters will be deciding on the state's congressional map. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
Reporter on Letitia James prosecutor's messages
The U.S. attorney tasked with going after New York Attorney General Letitia James recently sent several messages via Signal to a legal reporter about the case. The recipient of the messages, senior editor at Lawfare Anna Bower, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Women's Pro Baseball League picks NYC, Boston, LA, SF for 1st season
It will be the first pro league for women since the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League — immortalized in "A League of Their Own" — dissolved in 1954.
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl reflects on faith
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl of New York's Central Synagogue discusses her memoir "Heart of a Stranger." Buchdahl, the first Asian American rabbi in North America, reflects on her journey, her faith and the global reach of her synagogue, where an Israeli flag symbolizing hostages was recently folded to mark their return.
U.S. launches strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Zelenskyy says he will meet Trump on Sunday for Ukraine-Russia talks
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says he and President Trump have agreed to meet in Florida on Sunday, signaling progress in talks to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Maps show winter storm forecast for ice and snow from Great Lakes to Northeast
Millions of Americans live in areas under winter storm alerts stretching from northern Minnesota to the Eastern Seaboard.
Veterans Affairs Department reimposing near total abortion ban
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
Israel police say 2 killed in car-ramming and stabbing attack by Palestinian
The attack began Friday afternoon in the northern city of Beit Shean, where the Palestinian man crashed his vehicle into people, killing one man and injuring a teenage boy.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Death toll from UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville rises to 15
On Nov. 4, UPS Flight 2976 bound for Hawaii crashed moments after takeoff from Louisville International Airport, where UPS has its global aviation hub.
Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
15 hurt in stabbing, chemical liquid attack in Japan tire factory
More than a dozen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which a liquid believed to be bleach was also sprayed, authorities said.
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Veterans Affairs Department reimposing near total abortion ban
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
Maps show winter storm forecast for ice and snow from Great Lakes to Northeast
Millions of Americans live in areas under winter storm alerts stretching from northern Minnesota to the Eastern Seaboard.
Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
5 money moves to make in 2026, according to financial experts
As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.
California rain may ease but more mudslides, flooding possible, forecasters say
A strong storm system that brought relentless winds, rain and snowfall to California this week was expected to ease Friday but there was still a risk of more mudslides and flooding, forecasters said.
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Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
5 money moves to make in 2026, according to financial experts
As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 emergency door handles
Traffic safety regulators are reviewing a motorist's complaints that the manual door handles on some Model 3 cars are hard to find, a potential hazard in a crash.
Hawaii cruise passengers face new climate change tax after court ruling
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
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Veterans Affairs Department reimposing near total abortion ban
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
U.S. launches strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
Trump promises to guard against "bad Santa" in Christmas Eve calls with kids
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
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Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
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Israel police say 2 killed in car-ramming and stabbing attack by Palestinian
The attack began Friday afternoon in the northern city of Beit Shean, where the Palestinian man crashed his vehicle into people, killing one man and injuring a teenage boy.
8 killed, 18 wounded in mosque bombing in Syria
Images shared by Syria's state-run news agency showed blood on carpets, holes in the walls, shattered windows and fire damage.
Endangered wild cat seen in Thailand for the first time in 30 years
Flat-headed cats are among the world's most threatened wild felines.
Iran seizes oil tanker smuggling fuel on Strait of Hormuz, Tehran says
Iran seized a foreign oil tanker as it traveled the strategic Strait of Hormuz carrying some 25,000 barrels of smuggled fuel, state media said.
15 hurt in stabbing, chemical liquid attack in Japan tire factory
More than a dozen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which a liquid believed to be bleach was also sprayed, authorities said.
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Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
NYT movie critic breaks down top 2025 movies
The New York Times movie critic Alissa Wilkinson ranked the top films of 2025. She joins CBS News 24/7 to review this year's list.
Kiefer Sutherland on new comedy "Tinsel Town"
Kiefer Sutherland stars in the new holiday comedy "Tinsel Town," about a washed-up Hollywood actor who lands in a small English town doing a theater production of "Cinderella." He talks about what drew him to the role.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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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.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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15 hurt in stabbing, chemical liquid attack in Japan tire factory
More than a dozen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which a liquid believed to be bleach was also sprayed, authorities said.
Terry Rozier seeks to have charges thrown out in NBA gambling case
His lawyers argued that Rozier's alleged involvement in the wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies is limited.
California farming magnate arrested in Arizona in wife's shooting death
A prominent California farmer was arrested in the shooting death of his estranged wife in a remote mountain community in Arizona, authorities said.
D.C. National Guard shooting suspect facing 5 additional federal charges
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Officials: Melodee Buzzard's body recovered
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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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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Is Travis Kelce considering retirement?
Travis Kelce may have played his last home game with the Kansas City Chiefs as he weighs a potential retirement. The Athletic's Charlotte Carroll joins CBS News with more.
New poll on Americans' sentiments on Trump
New data from a recent CBS News poll shows how Americans' sentiments about President Trump and the economy evolved in 2025. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has more.
News on 2025 spending, economic concerns
Some Americans enjoyed massive gains in the stock market during 2025, while others cut corners as prices grew higher. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the U.S. economy as 2026 approaches.
Mudslides threaten California
California is facing potential mudslides after rain battered the state earlier in the week. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports, and meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
Trump on strikes in Nigeria targeting ISIS
President Trump announced strikes in Nigeria against Islamic State forces on Christmas Day. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports.