Cooler temperatures help firefighters battle California blazes
Wildfires in California have already burned nearly three times as much acreage than during all of 2023.
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Fears grow about election deniers' influence after bizarre decision in Nevada race
A county in Nevada is the third in recent months to have a local official refuse to certify election results.
Nevada county votes against certifying recount results of 2 local primaries
Washoe County commissioners won't certify the results of local race recounts in Nevada from two June primaries month's primary, a move that may have implications for the presidential race.
Women voters on role of abortion in 2024 race
November 2024 will mark the first presidential election since the Supreme Court overturned the landmark abortion case Roe v. Wade. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto spoke with Brooke Westlake, an entrepreneur in Reno, Nevada, and Hyun-Ju Kwak, an investor in northern New Jersey, about how reproductive rights are factoring into their vote.
Why these Nevadans say they're voting Trump
For both the left and the right, the state of U.S. democracy ranks high among their top concerns, according to CBS News polling. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto spoke with two Nevadans, Brooke Westlake, an entrepreneur, and Gary Butcher, a retiree, about why they think former President Donald Trump is the solution.
"Lawful, but awful": Harassment of local officials on the rise
Beth Smith was surprised by the vitriol and toxicity she's faced since she joined the Washoe County School Board.
How local politics is getting more toxic
Harassment of local officials, Democrats and Republicans alike, is up 55% over the past two years, according to a Princeton University study. It's all part of a new brand of politics experts are calling "lawful, but awful." Caitlin Huey-Burns explains.
How election deniers are impacting 2024 race
A new CBS News investigation explores the impact of 2020 "election deniers" in 2024 battleground states. Nearly 80 officials working in election oversight positions across seven swing states are considered election deniers. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns, who traveled to Nevada as part of the investigation, explains what she saw.
Nearly 80 officials overseeing elections in 7 swing states doubt 2020 results
And these officials, a CBS News investigation finds, are charged with certifying election results for the presidential election and other races.
Biden kicks off Western campaign swing
President Biden went West on Tuesday, taking a campaign swing through Nevada and Arizona. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump cast his ballot in the Florida Republican presidential primary. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Robert Costa are following both campaigns.
Biden to court voters in Arizona, Nevada
President Biden is launching a "Latinos con Biden-Harris" campaign effort Tuesday with events in Arizona and Nevada. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro and CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa are following the latest on the 2024 presidential race.
Biggest storm of the season hits California and Nevada
A powerful blizzard is dumping snow in the Sierra Nevada as gusty winds and heavy rain hit lower elevations.
Details emerge about suspect accused of locking a woman in cinderblock cell
The FBI said Negasi Zuberi may have used other methods of gaining control of women, including drugging their drinks.
Mystery client says hiring detective to spy on mayor "just politics as usual"
Reno Mayor Hillary said a mechanic found the tracking device on her car about two weeks before the election.
Sheriff on Jeremy Renner's snowplow accident
Sheriff Darin Balaam of Washoe County, Nevada, said the snowplow accident that seriously injured actor Jeremy Renner did not involve any foul play and occurred when the plow started to roll after Renner had helped dig out a family member's car. Watch the sheriff's full remarks from a news conference.
Actor Jeremy Renner in critical condition after snowplow accident
A representative for the Marvel superhero was quoted as saying he was in "critical but stable condition" after an accident while plowing snow.
Tesla delivers electric semis to PepsiCo at Nevada factory
The delivery comes more than three years after Elon Musk said the company would start making the trucks.
Nevada county set for conspiracy-inspired ballot hand count
Nye County, Nevada, received approval for the hand recount from the state supreme court.
Ex-Nevada deputy attorney general indicted on murder charge in cold case
A Hawaii grand jury has indicted a former deputy Nevada attorney general on charges of second-degree murder in connection with a 50-year-old cold case.
Pilot killed in jet crash during Reno Air Races
Video showed several jets in flight, with spectators looking on from below, just prior to the crash.
U.S. economy went into reverse in the first quarter, new GDP data shows
The economy shrank 0.3% in the first three months of the year, a steep downturn from the pace of growth in 2024.
Senate to force vote on blocking Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs
The Senate is expected to vote Wednesday on a measure aimed at blocking President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs amid anxiety over how the wide-ranging tariffs could disrupt the U.S. economy.
Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi released from ICE detention
Mohsen Mahdawi was taken into custody on April 16 when he went to his U.S. citizenship interview in Vermont.
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Noem says if Abrego Garcia is sent back to U.S. we'd "deport him again"
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told "CBS Mornings" if the mistakenly deported Maryland man was returned to the U.S., the Trump administration would begin proceedings to remove him again.
Students involved in lacrosse hazing get 48 hours to turn themselves in
Eleven young people suspected of carrying out an intense hazing scheme in upstate New York have been given a deadline to turn themselves in to authorities.
NFL fines Falcons, Jeff Ulbrich over Shedeur Sanders prank call
The fines were imposed for "failing to prevent the disclosure of confidential information" ahead of the NFL draft, the league said.
Divided Supreme Court weighs effort to create first religious charter school
A ruling by the Supreme Court in favor of St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School would lead to the country's first religious charter school.
Diabetes deaths fall to lowest levels in years, in early CDC figures
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Idaho must let execution witnesses watch lethal drug process, judge says
Three news outlets sued Idaho's prison director, arguing that key steps of the lethal injection process were being unconstitutionally hidden from public view.
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Senate to force vote on blocking Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs
The Senate is expected to vote Wednesday on a measure aimed at blocking President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs amid anxiety over how the wide-ranging tariffs could disrupt the U.S. economy.
Students involved in lacrosse hazing get 48 hours to turn themselves in
Eleven young people suspected of carrying out an intense hazing scheme in upstate New York have been given a deadline to turn themselves in to authorities.
NFL fines Atlanta Falcons, Jeff Ulbrich over Shedeur Sanders call
The fines were imposed for "failing to prevent the disclosure of confidential information" ahead of the NFL draft, the league said.
Stocks slide after GDP data shows sharp drop in U.S. economic growth
Stocks in the U.S. are sinking as investors digest data indicating the economy shrank 0.3% in the first quarter.
Diabetes deaths fall to lowest levels in years, in early CDC figures
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Stocks slide after GDP data shows sharp drop in U.S. economic growth
Stocks in the U.S. are sinking as investors digest data indicating the economy shrank 0.3% in the first quarter.
U.S. economy went into reverse in the first quarter, new GDP data shows
The economy shrank 0.3% in the first three months of the year, a steep downturn from the pace of growth in 2024.
U.S. border town paying an economic toll for Trump's trade war with Canada
Nothing is normal these days in Point Roberts, one of the only American towns you have to go through Canada to reach.
GOP lawmakers want to revamp student loans. Here's what to know.
A new proposal from Republican lawmakers would eliminate the popular SAVE repayment plan, which helped lower costs for millions.
GM recalls nearly 600,000 trucks, SUVs over risk of engine failure
The recall follows a January investigation by U.S. auto safety regulators into reports of engine failure in certain GM vehicles.
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Senate to force vote on blocking Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs
The Senate is expected to vote Wednesday on a measure aimed at blocking President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs amid anxiety over how the wide-ranging tariffs could disrupt the U.S. economy.
Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi released from ICE detention
Mohsen Mahdawi was taken into custody on April 16 when he went to his U.S. citizenship interview in Vermont.
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Kristi Noem defends Trump administration's handling of 2-year-old sent to Honduras
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem discussed the Trump administration's immigration tactics in an interview with CBS News at the border this week.
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Noem says if Abrego Garcia is sent back to U.S. we'd "deport him again"
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told "CBS Mornings" if the mistakenly deported Maryland man was returned to the U.S., the Trump administration would begin proceedings to remove him again.
Trump says he "could" call to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to U.S.
President Trump said he "could" ask the leader of El Salvador to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who the federal government has admitted was mistakenly deported last month.
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Diabetes deaths fall to lowest levels in years, in early CDC figures
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
6 stretches to try for a better night sleep
Stretching can be a beneficial step to add to your bedtime routine, experts say. Here are some moves to consider.
FDA chief looking at whether to approve COVID shots for next winter
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary said there is a "void of data" on the COVID booster shots.
Life expectancy in the South changed little in the 20th century, study finds
A new study from researchers at the Yale School of Public Health found major disparities in life expectancy between individual U.S. states.
FDA to undo some layoffs, after cuts to inspections and drug safety
Some FDA scientists and inspections staff were told that their layoffs may be rescinded.
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Hidden trove of gold treasure worth over $340,000 found by hikers
The hikers found the stash of gold coins and metal pieces in two containers on the edge of an overgrown forest.
Satellite launches on mission to "weigh" the world's 1.5 trillion trees
The European Space Agency's Biomass satellite is currently in orbit over the Amazon rainforest.
Bodies found in mass grave had "bullets in the heads," officials say
Graves unearthed in northern Greece contain bones widely believed to be from victims of the country's civil war in the late 1940s.
Iran hangs man convicted of spying for Israel
Iran's state media say Mohsen Langarneshin was one of Israel's "top spies," but a rights group says he was forced to confess, and now he's been executed.
Data show biggest jump in global military spending since Cold War
The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, and pressure from Trump, helped drive a massive boost in global military spending last year, a Swedish think tank says.
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Geena Davis confronts childhood teasing and self-doubt in new children's book
In her debut children's book, "The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page," Geena Davis shares how feeling out of place helped her craft a story about finding confidence.
Marshall Allen reflects on his journey through jazz
At 100 years old, Marshall Allen is still playing jazz music on tour. He spoke to "CBS Mornings" about his journey and advice for emerging musicians.
Jaleel White talks new game show
Actor and executive producer Jaleel White joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about hosting "Flip Side," a new game show where contestants guess how different groups feel about hot topics to win big money.
Samantha Bee on menopause, new Audible show
Comedian and commentator Samantha Bee joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her one-woman show, inspired by her own experience with menopause and the lack of honest conversation around it.
Jeremy Renner opens up about what helped him survive accident
Oscar-nominated actor Jeremy Renner talks about the life lessons he shares in his new memoir, "My Next Breath."
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House passes "Take it Down Act," sending revenge porn bill to Trump
First lady Melania Trump made a rare public appearance to advocate for the bill's passage earlier this year.
IBM announces $150 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing, research
IBM announces $150 billion investment in U.S. which it says will fuel economic growth, create U.S. jobs.
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.
YouTube turns 20: From cat videos to AI
In the 20 years since its first video was uploaded, YouTube has become the second-most visited website on Earth. "Sunday Morning" looks at how creators build online communities, and how artificial intelligence may fundamentally change the site.
Geoffrey Hinton on future of AI
Geoffrey Hinton, whose work shaped modern artificial intelligence, says companies are moving too fast without enough focus on safety. Brook Silva-Braga introduced us to Hinton in 2023 and recently caught up with him.
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15 years after BP oil spill, Louisiana coast marine recovery still ongoing
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the region when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf.
Remains of 5,000-year-old "elite woman" found at former garbage dump
The mummy was found in Aspero, a sacred site within the city of Caral that was a garbage dump for over 30 years until becoming an archaeological site in the 1990s.
A massive brood of cicadas will soon emerge. Here's what to know.
A notably large brood of periodical cicadas will emerge from the underground across parts of the eastern U.S. this spring.
"Bone collector" caterpillar disguises itself in the remains of its prey
There are other meat-eating caterpillars that "do lots of crazy things, but this takes the cake," the study's author said.
Trump admin fast-tracks fossil fuel projects, angering environmentalists
Shortening permitting procedures for mining and oil drilling could adversely affect the environment, communities and endangered species, experts say.
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Witness on Karen Read hysterical call
Jennifer McCabe, a key witness in Karen Read's second trial for the death of Boston police officer John O'Keefe, took the stand and recounted what she remembers about the night O'Keefe died. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt reports.
Teen arrested after 3 people shot dead at hair salon in Sweden
Uppsala is home base for Sweden's two most notorious gang leaders, Ismael Abdo and Rawa Majid, who are both believed to be orchestrating operations from abroad.
Alleged ISIS member questioned in Iraq over New Orleans terror attack
U.S. officials say they have not established a direct link between the suspect in Iraq and the man who carried out the New Year's attack on Bourbon Street that killed 14 people.
Man found guilty of trying to kill Russia army pilots with poisoned booze
Russian investigators say Yegor Semenov was recruited by the Ukrainian secret service to send poisoned alcohol and cakes to a military pilots graduation party.
How Trump changed mood of DOJ
President Trump's first moves during his second term in the White House included pardons for many convicted of crimes for their roles during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Since then, President Trump's appointees have changed the shape of the Department of Justice, according to CBS News' Scott MacFarlane.
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Satellite launches on mission to "weigh" the world's 1.5 trillion trees
The European Space Agency's Biomass satellite is currently in orbit over the Amazon rainforest.
NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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.
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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Why the economy slowed down last quarter
New data from the Department of Commerce shows an increase in imports led to an economic slowdown in the last quarter as President Trump ramped up his trade wars and companies tried to stockpile goods before tariffs kicked in. Matt Peterson, a reporter at Barron's, joined CBS News to discuss.
Trump takes questions at Cabinet meeting
President Trump took questions during his Cabinet meeting at the White House on Wednesday. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro provided analysis on some of the topics that were discussed.
ATF controlled fires in California
Investigators with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are setting controlled fires in the Palisades area of California to determine how the devastating wildfires from early 2025 began. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Trump's economic actions in first 100 days
President Trump's actions on the economy in his first 100 days back in office have drawn mixed reviews. Indrees Kahloon, Washington bureau chief for the Economist, joins CBS News to discuss.
Jeffries rebukes Trump's claims
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries blasted President Trump's recent apparent accomplishments, refuting much of what the administration has touted about the first 100 days of Mr. Trump's second term. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.