Wisconsin's Gov. Tony Evers says he won't seek third term
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers of Wisconsin will not seek a third term in 2026, creating the first open race for governor in the battleground state in 16 years.
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7/21: The Takeout: Major heads to Milwaukee
On this edition of 'The Takeout," Major Garrett heads to Milwaukee to cover the 2024 Republican National Convention. His guests include former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, and former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker.
Scott Walker on Trump assassination attempt
Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker joins "America Decides" to discuss the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, the state counties to watch leading up to the November election and more.
Tight race for Wisconsin Gov.
A one-time presidential hopeful is now fighting to retain his seat at the state level, in a gubernatorial race Democrats hope to flip come November. Mary Spicuzza, a reporter for the Miwaukee Journal Sentinel, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the political future of Gov. Scott Walker.
Legal battle over Wisconsin political maps
State and federal lawsuits are challenging the way Wisconsin redraws its congressional and state legislature maps. State Republicans want few changes made to their 2011 maps, which scholars widely consider to be heavily gerrymandered in their favor. Bridgit Bowden, special projects reporter at Wisconsin Public Radio, joined CBSN to discuss.
John Heilemann, managing editor of Bloomberg Politics, joins "CBS This Morning"
John Heilemann, managing editor of Bloomberg Politics, has a front-row seat to the presidential election as host and executive producer of Showtime's "The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth." Heilemann joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how the Wisconsin primary could be a game changer for the presidential race.
John Heilemann, co-managing editor of Bloomberg Politics joins "CBS This Morning" from Milwaukee
John Heilemann, co-managing editor of Bloomberg Politics joins "CBS This Morning" from Milwaukee, Wisconsin to discuss how Donald Trump's controversial comment on punishing women for having abortions could impact his campaign and the presidential candidates' strategies and chances in the Wisconsin primary.
Donald Trump's campaign manager Corey Lewandowski is charged with misdemeanor battery, Wisconsin governor Scott Walker endorses Ted Cruz, Oscar-winning actress Patty Duke dies at 69
Donald Trump's campaign manager Corey Lewandowski is charged with misdemeanor battery, Wisconsin governor Scott Walker endorses Ted Cruz, Oscar-winning actress Patty Duke dies at 69 and more are among today's CBSNews.com trending stories.
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker endorsed Republican candidate Ted Cruz one week before the Wisconsin primary on April 5
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker endorsed Republican candidate Ted Cruz one week before the Wisconsin primary on April 5. Listen to Walker's endorsement on a Wisconsin talk radio show.
Donald Trump is struggling for support in Wisconsin ahead of next Tuesday's primary
Donald Trump is struggling for support in Wisconsin ahead of next Tuesday's primary. Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker has endorsed Ted Cruz today, giving Cruz momentum as he catches up to Trump's delegate lead. With analysis on the GOP race, RealClearPolitics' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Politico's Steven Shepard join CBSN.
Carly Fiorina is rising to become Donald Trump's strongest competitor
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker suspended his presidential campaign Monday. Meanwhile, Republican candidate Carly Fiorina is rising to become Donald Trump's strongest competitor. Dr. Ben Carson, also running toward the top of the pack, sparked controversy after he said he would not support a Muslim running for president. Major Garrett reports.
Scott Walker drops out, Pope visits Cuba, and more stories you're clicking on
Scott Walker drops out, Pope visits Cuba, and more stories you're clicking on.
Wis. Gov. Scott Walker announced he would no longer seek the GOP nomination in the 2016 election and explained why
Wis. Gov. Scott Walker announced he would no longer seek the GOP nomination in the 2016 election and explained why. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers covered his remarks.
A new CBS News poll shows more GOP voter support for Donald Trump than Jeb Bush and Scott Walker combined
While Donald Trump was not among the candidates at the New Hampshire Republican forum on Monday, a new CBS News poll shows more GOP voter support for Trump than Jeb Bush and Scott Walker combined. CBS News political director and “Face the Nation” moderator John Dickerson joins “CBS This Morning” from Manchester, New Hampshire to discuss the 2016 presidential race.
The three-term Wisconsin governor's conservative agenda is giving him a lead in the polls
The three-term Wisconsin governor's conservative agenda is giving him a lead in the polls. Dean Reynolds has more on Walker's attempt to win the Republican nomination.
Wisconsin governor Scott Walker is set to formally launch his campaign for the presidency, making him the 15th Republican primary candidate
Wisconsin governor Scott Walker is set to formally launch his campaign for the presidency, making him the 15th Republican primary candidate. CBSN's Contessa Brewer previews the announcement.
He is the 15th Republican entering the 2016 race
Walker announced his run for the White House, Tweeting that "Americans deserve a leader who will fight and win for them." He is the 15th Republican entering the 2016 race. There are questions about whether the governor is ready. Dean Reynolds reports from Waukesha County Expo Center in Wisconsin where Walker will speak Monday evening.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is facing pressure from Democrats to quit his day job
Barely a week after jumping into the presidential race, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is facing pressure from Democrats to quit his day job. But he’s not the only sitting governor who’s faced criticism while running for the White House. Jan Crawford reports.
Washington Post columnist Dana Milbank joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the latest contenders
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker officially joins the presidential race a week from Monday, and former Virginia Senator and Navy Secretary Jim Webb became the fifth contender for the Democratic nomination Thursday. Democratic Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is also surging after drawing a crowd of 10,000 this week in Wisconsin. Washington Post columnist Dana Milbank joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the latest contenders in the 2016 race to the White House.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, a potential Republican contender for president in 2016, addresses how he'd take on ISIS on the first day of CPAC
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, a potential Republican contender for president in 2016, addresses how he'd take on ISIS on the first day of CPAC. CBS News congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with more on his response.
More than a dozen are wooing thousands of conservative activists at the annual gathering
From Jeb Bush to Gov. Scott Walker, the 2016 presidential campaign is focused on a parade of potential Republican candidates. More than a dozen are wooing thousands of conservative activists at the annual gathering known as CPAC. Nancy Cordes reports from the conference in National Harbor, Maryland.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has emerged as a serious contender for the 2016 Republican presidential nomination, but some are questioning his decision to drop out of college in his senior year
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has emerged as a serious contender for the 2016 Republican presidential nomination, but some are questioning his decision to drop out of college in his senior year.
CBS News political director John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning"
Controversial remarks made last week by former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani have shaken up the race for the Republican presidential nomination. Giuliani said "I do not believe that the president loves America" at a dinner supporting Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, but Walker has not rejected those comments. CBS News political director John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the fallout.
When Scott Walker, Wisconsin's Republican governor, spoke at the Chatham House during a trip to London, he said evolution was "a question a politician shouldn’t be involved in"
When Scott Walker, Wisconsin's Republican governor, spoke at the Chatham House during a trip to London, he said evolution was "a question a politician shouldn’t be involved in."
Scott Walker says an investigation into his campaign fundraising is politically motivated. State prosecutors accused him of illegally planning a campaign strategy with outside political groups. Charlie Rose reports.
Scott Walker says an investigation into his campaign fundraising is politically motivated. State prosecutors accused him of illegally planning a campaign strategy with outside political groups. Charlie Rose reports.
ICE officer shoots man in leg in Minneapolis after shovel attack, officials say
The shooting Wednesday night in north Minneapolis came after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
4 space station crewmates back on Earth after medical issue cut mission short
Crew 11 is splashed down off the coast of Southern California at 3:41 a.m. ET, closing out a 167-day stay in space.
Iran officials deny detained shopkeeper Erfan Soltani facing execution
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who were feared to be facing death sentences, but after a warning from Trump, officials claim he never was.
Senate GOP kills war powers effort to limit Trump on Venezuela, with Vance breaking tie
Two Republicans switched their votes after pressure from the White House.
Trump administration investigates 5 Democrats over their video to troops
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
What to know about Havana Syndrome and a device that might be linked to it
Years after the first reports of Havana Syndrome emerged, U.S. officials have obtained and are testing a device that could be linked to the debilitating condition.
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ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
U.S. completes first sale of Venezuelan oil, valued at $500 million
The Trump administration has not yet disclosed many details about the deal.
Trump administration to suspend immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries
The State Department announced it will stop giving out visas to nationals of dozens of countries who are seeking to move to the U.S. permanently.
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Part that broke in UPS cargo plane crash had failed 4 other times, NTSB says
Boeing warned plane owners in 2011 about a broken part that contributed to last year's UPS cargo plane crash that killed 15 people, but at that time the plane manufacturer didn't believe it threatened safety, the NTSB said.
Newsom blocks Louisiana from extraditing doctor accused of mailing abortion pills
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he is blocking Louisiana's effort to extradite a California doctor accused of mailing abortion pills out of state.
Trump signs bill allowing whole milk to return to school lunches
Whole milk is heading back to school lunch cafeterias.
ICE officer shoots man in leg in Minneapolis after shovel attack, officials say
A shooting occurred Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Chicago mayor explains how he's tackling the city's life expectancy gap
In 2023, life expectancy in the Loop was 87.3 years, while in West Garfield Park, life expectancy was just 66.6 years, according to the city's Health Department.
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Bilt offers credit cards with 10% APR after Trump proposes interest cap
FIntech company Bilt pounced on the opportunity to roll out low-APR credi cards, as big banks push back on proposed rate cap.
Apple, Google face pressure to remove X and Grok from their app stores
Grok faces mounting scrutiny from government officials and advocacy groups after people used the AI chatbot to create sexualized images of minors and women.
Verizon says outage resolved after customers lost service for hours
A Verizon spokesperson told CBS News that an outage that customers reported beginning around noon Eastern Time had been resolved.
ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
Chew on this: U.S. food prices are still up 19% since 2022
Food prices in December saw their biggest jump in more than three years, data shows, while the cost of eating out has also risen.
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ICE officer shoots man in leg in Minneapolis after shovel attack, officials say
A shooting occurred Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Chicago mayor explains how he's tackling the city's life expectancy gap
In 2023, life expectancy in the Loop was 87.3 years, while in West Garfield Park, life expectancy was just 66.6 years, according to the city's Health Department.
Trump administration investigates 5 Democrats over their video to troops
Five congressional Democrats say they have received inquiries from the DOJ after they appeared in a video urging members of the military not to follow "illegal orders" — a move the lawmakers allege is political intimidation.
What to know about Havana Syndrome and a device that might be linked to it
Years after the first reports of Havana Syndrome emerged, U.S. officials have obtained and are testing a device that could be linked to the debilitating condition.
Trump administration to suspend immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries
The State Department announced it will stop giving out visas to nationals of dozens of countries who are seeking to move to the U.S. permanently.
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Chicago mayor explains how he's tackling the city's life expectancy gap
In 2023, life expectancy in the Loop was 87.3 years, while in West Garfield Park, life expectancy was just 66.6 years, according to the city's Health Department.
Recalled "super greens" supplement linked to dozens of salmonella cases, CDC says
Illnesses linked to the New York-based Live it Up Super Greens brand powder were reported in 21 states from Aug. 22 to Dec. 30, 2025.
Trump administration said to reverse cuts in mental health, addiction programs
The Trump administration said to to have suddenly reversed slashes in grants for mental health and addiction treatment programs that a CBS News source said were valued at around $1.9 billion.
Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
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What to know about Havana Syndrome and a device that might be linked to it
Years after the first reports of Havana Syndrome emerged, U.S. officials have obtained and are testing a device that could be linked to the debilitating condition.
Iranian mom searched morgue, sifting through hundreds of bodies, to find her daughter
Rubina Aminian's mother forced her way into a morgue in search of her daughter, who her family says was shot in the head at close range.
Trump says "killing in Iran is stopping," with "no plan for executions"
Potentially thousands have died from the crackdown to quash unrest amid protests.
U.S. says it's moving into next phase of Gaza peace plan, warns Hamas
Steve Witkoff said the U.S. expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage as part of its obligations under the deal.
Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like?
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
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Actor Timothy Busfield held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Ali Larter talks what's ahead in "Landman"
Actor Ali Larter plays Angela Harris, the ex-wife of an oilman played by Billy Bob Thornton in the Paramount+ series "Landman." She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, working with Thornton and how she landed her role.
Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
François Arnaud on "Heated Rivalry" series
Francois Arnaud joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the popular series "Heated Rivalry," based on the "Game Changers" book series. It follows rising hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. What begins as a fling between two rivals turns into a yearslong journey of love, denial and self discovery. Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a closeted gay professional hockey player in the same league who has fallen in love with a smoothie shop worker. He talks about the message in the series and how it developed into a hit show.
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Details on Verizon cell phone outage
A widespread Verizon outage hit the U.S. on Wednesday, leaving thousands of customers without service. CBS News' Karen Hua has more.
Apple, Google face pressure to remove X and Grok from their app stores
Grok faces mounting scrutiny from government officials and advocacy groups after people used the AI chatbot to create sexualized images of minors and women.
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.
ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
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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.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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.
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Au pair testifies ex-lover plotted murders of wife and stranger
Juliana Peres Magalhães testified that she turned against her former lover in a double homicide scheme involving his wife because she "wanted the truth to come out."
ICE officer shoots man in leg in Minneapolis after shovel attack, officials say
A shooting occurred Wednesday night in north Minneapolis after ICE officers were attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Actor Timothy Busfield held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
Indicted Virginia coach still missing
The search continues in Virginia for a high school football coach charged with possessing child sexual assault material and using a computer to solicit a minor. CBS News breaking news correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Au pair testifies in man's murder trial
A trial is underway in northern Virginia for a man accused of plotting his wife's murder with help from his affair partner - the family's au pair. The former au pair was the first witness called to testify against Brendan Banfield. Jericka Duncan reports on the case.
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4 space station crewmates back on Earth after medical issue cut mission short
Four space station Crew 11 fliers splashed down off the Southern California coast at 3:41 a.m. ET, closing out a 167-day stay in space cut short by a medical issue.
Former NASA astronaut on ISS undocking
The members of SpaceX Crew-11 undocked from the International Space Station on Wednesday, beginning their journey back to Earth. The crew is leaving a month early after NASA announced that an unnamed team member experienced an undisclosed "medical concern." Clayton Anderson, a former NASA astronaut who spent time on the ISS, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Space station changes command, setting stage for Crew 11 departure
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
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Sneak peek: Melissa Rocuba's Final Moments
ALL NEW: A woman dies after an "accidental" shooting in her bedroom. Eight years later, surveillance video upends the case. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports, Saturday, Jan. 17 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
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In 2015, 60 Minutes' Morley Safer spoke with Wikipedia's Jimmy Wales. Safer learned how the site got its name and how Wikipedia operated. At the time, it was one of the most visited sites, with users clicking on the vast digital encyclopedia over 200 times a second.
Officials: Federal officer shoots man in leg
The Department of Homeland Security says a federal law enforcement officer shot a person in the leg on Wednesday night during an immigration operation in Minneapolis. Minnesota officials provided an update. Jessi Mitchell anchors this Special Report.
Details on Verizon cell phone outage
A widespread Verizon outage hit the U.S. on Wednesday, leaving thousands of customers without service. CBS News' Karen Hua has more.
Judge weighs law banning masks for ICE agents
Legal representation for the state of California and the federal government were in court on Wednesday over the Golden State's new law that bans federal agents from wearing face coverings during operations. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos reports.