4 Republicans to speak on opening night of Democratic convention
Three more Republicans are joining former GOP Governor John Kasich in speaking on the opening night of the DNC.
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House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, says a public discussion about the merits of tax reform will be "healthy"
House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, says a public discussion about the merits of tax reform will be "healthy."
White House spokesman Josh Earnest blames the decision to drop the "chained CPI" proposal on Republicans' refusal to offer something in return
White House spokesman Josh Earnest blames the decision to drop a "chained CPI" proposal - which would slow the growth in Social Security benefits - on Republicans' refusal to offer something in return.
Trump ramps up attacks on Postal Service
The U.S. Postal Service is warning several states that it may not be able to deliver mail-in ballots on time, as President Trump increases his attacks on voting by mail. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge join Elaine Quijano to discuss.
John Harris, Jennifer Rubin, David Sanger, Neera Tanden, and Bob Woodward discuss the recent votes on the debt ceiling and the budget
John Harris, Jennifer Rubin, David Sanger, Neera Tanden, and Bob Woodward discuss the recent votes on the debt ceiling and the budget and what they could say about governance in Washington.
Republicans have said they can't trust the president to enforce the law as written, but could something else be at play?
Republicans have said they can't trust the president to enforce the law, but could something else be at play in the GOP's approach to immigration reform? John Dickerson, Margaret Brennan, Jeffrey Goldberg, and Mark Mazzetti discuss.
Sens. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., and Kelly Ayotte, R-N.H., each blame the other’s party for the gridlock in immigration reform efforts
Sens. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., and Kelly Ayotte, R-N.H., each blame the other’s party for the gridlock in immigration reform efforts.
Sen. Richard Burr, R-N.C., says the lengthy wait many veterans face in receiving disability payments is a “national embarrassment”
Sen. Richard Burr, R-N.C., says the lengthy wait many veterans face in receiving disability payments is a “national embarrassment.”
House Majority Leader Eric Cantor, R-Va., discusses House Republicans’ approach to immigration reform, Obamacare, and the debt ceiling
House Majority Leader Eric Cantor, R-Va., discusses House Republicans’ approach to immigration reform, Obamacare, and the debt ceiling.
Vice President Biden laments the disorganized state of the GOP saying Democrats would benefit from having a viable negotiating partner
Vice President Biden laments the disorganized state of the Republican Party, saying Democrats would benefit from having a viable negotiating partner.
Republicans are intent on indicting Obamacare, while Democrats are hoping to elevate a discussion of opportunity and inequality
CBSNews.com Executive Washington Editor Steve Chaggaris talks with RealClearPolitics Political Reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns about the parties’ strategies for the 2014 midterm elections.
While both parties expressed optimism last week, House Speaker John Boehner threw cold water on the idea of bipartisan immigration reform and said that if the push for reform fails, it will be President Barack Obama's fault
While both parties expressed optimism last week, House Speaker John Boehner threw cold water on the idea of bipartisan immigration reform and said that if the push for reform fails, it will be President Barack Obama's fault. Nancy Cordes reports.
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., and Sens. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and Dick Durbin, D-Ill., say the House speaker’s Republican caucus is to blame for stalled progress on immigration reform
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., and Sens. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and Dick Durbin, D-Ill., say the House speaker’s Republican caucus is to blame for stalled progress on immigration reform.
Sen. Jack Reed, D-R.I., expresses disappointment at Republicans’ latest blockade of an extension of federal unemployment benefits
Sen. Jack Reed, D-R.I., expresses disappointment at Republicans’ latest blockade of an extension of federal unemployment benefits.
With borrowing limit approaching, Republicans' lack of unity could deprive them of leverage in negotiations with Democrats
CBSNews.com Executive Washington Editor Steve Chaggaris talks with RealClearPolitics Political Reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns about Republicans' plan - or lack thereof - to deal with a vote to raise the debt ceiling.
A new immigration reform proposal from the House Republican leadership has triggered an intramural fight inside the party
A new immigration reform proposal from the House Republican leadership has triggered an intramural fight inside the party. Jeff Pegues reports.
Washington state Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers criticized the President over the economy and high unemployment during her response to the State of the Union
Washington state Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers criticized the President over the economy and high unemployment during her response to the State of the Union. Norah O'Donnell reports.
In North Carolina, Republicans say the state legislature's decision to cut unemployment insurance has given the jobless more incentive
More than 1.6 million Americans lost their long-term unemployment insurance when Congress failed to renew the benefits at the end of December. In North Carolina, Republicans say the state legislature's decision to cut unemployment insurance has given the jobless more incentive, but Democrats say many have given up looking for work. Nancy Cordes reports.
In the official GOP response to President Obama's State of the Union Address, Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) had a strong rebuke of the White House's record on jobs
In the official GOP response to President Obama's State of the Union Address, Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) had a strong rebuke of the White House's record on jobs, and condemned the President for offering up what she called more empty promises when American's are desperate for results.
Rep. Cathy McMorris-Rodgers, R-Wash., says we can't "go back to the way things were," but insists the Affordable Care Act "is not working"
Rep. Cathy McMorris-Rodgers, R-Wash., says we can't "go back to the way things were," but insists the Affordable Care Act "is not working."
Rep. Cathy McMorris-Rodgers, R-Wash., says President Obama's policies are widening the opportunity gap in America
Rep. Cathy McMorris-Rodgers, R-Wash., says President Obama's policies are widening the opportunity gap in America.
President Obama says Obamacare is "already helping millions of Americans," challenging Republicans to offer alternatives instead of voting to repeal it
President Obama says Obamacare is "already helping millions of Americans," challenging Republicans to offer alternatives instead of voting to repeal it.
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Bob Schieffer says the last president to use the powers less than the current sitting president was Grover Cleveland
Republicans have criticized President Barack Obama's plan to use his executive powers, but CBS News chief Washington correspondent Bob Schieffer says the last president to use the powers less than the current sitting president was Grover Cleveland.
Radel pleaded guilty in November to buying cocaine from an undercover police officer
Capitol Hill sources say Rep. Trey Radel, R-Fla., will resign from Congress. Radel pleaded guilty in November to buying cocaine from an undercover police officer. Charlie Rose reports.
White House advisor says President Obama will continue to encourage action on comprehensive immigration reform
White House senior advisor Dan Pfeiffer says President Obama will continue to encourage action on comprehensive immigration reform.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Lindsey Vonn crashes out in women's downhill race at Milano Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
Here's how much Bad Bunny is expected to earn from his halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
Breezy Johnson wins Team USA's first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
Breezy Johnson took the lead early on after flying down the mountain in 1:36.10. It is her first-ever Olympic medal.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
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How many Super Bowls have the Seahawks won?
As the Seahawks prepare to face the Patriots in the 2026 Super Bowl, here's what to know about Seattle's past appearances, wins and losses.
Looking back at all of the Patriots' past Super Bowl victories and appearances
The New England Patriots are back in the Super Bowl once again in 2026, hoping to add another ring to their list of wins. Here's a look back at their appearances, losses, how many they've won, and more.
Where you can watch the 2026 Super Bowl live today
Not sure where to watch the 2026 Super Bowl live? There are multiple ways to watch the game for free today. Here's how.
Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
Here's how much Bad Bunny is expected to earn from his halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
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Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
Here's how much Bad Bunny is expected to earn from his halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Breezy Johnson wins Team USA's first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
Breezy Johnson took the lead early on after flying down the mountain in 1:36.10. It is her first-ever Olympic medal.
Lindsey Vonn crashes out in women's downhill race at Milano Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, was airlifted off the mountain.
Ilia Malinin stunned by Yuma Kagiyama in Olympic figure skating short program
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
The U.S. women's hockey team eased to a 5-0 win over Finland on Saturday afternoon.
Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
Francesca Lollobrigida set a new Olympic record of 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, shaving more than two-and-a-half seconds off the mark set by Dutch legend Irene Schouten four years earlier in Beijing.
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Bad Bunny's Super Bowl role breaks barriers and sparks debate
Reactions poured in when Bad Bunny was named Super Bowl halftime headliner, with some praising and others criticizing the choice.
Who's singing the national anthem at the Super Bowl? All about Charlie Puth
Charlie Puth has called the national anthem "one of the most beautiful pieces of music." But he's also described it as "the hardest to sing."
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Twisted Sister cancels reunion shows as frontman Dee Snider resigns
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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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.
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.
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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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The Rx Defense
A Texas teenager shoots two of his friends. He says a popular acne medication made him do it. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Diving into Hilary Knight career at final Olympics
Ice hockey forward Hilary Knight showed the world why she's one of the greatest players ever. With her 14th goal, the captain of Team USA moved into a tie for the most goals scored by a U.S. Women's hockey player at the Winter Olympics. Andres Gutierrez reports on her career and her last Olympic run.
Levi's aims to share their story at their stadium
The countdown is on for the big game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Kris Van Kleave is outside what's been called the Field of Jeans.
What to know after first full day of the Olympics
Saturday marked the first full day of the Olympic Winter Games in Italy. Switzerland took the first gold medal in men's downhill skiing. In all, five medal events were held, but no gold yet for Team USA. Seth Doane has the latest details from Cortina, Italy.
Fallout over Epstein files escalates in the U.K.
The political fallout in Britain following the latest Epstein documents release became so intense that on Saturday, there were growing calls for the U.K.'s prime minister to step down.