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Trump prepares list of contenders to fill Supreme Court vacancy; U.K. company makes environmentally-friendly plastic out of peas
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CBS Weekend News, October 25, 2020
At least 5 aides to Vice President Pence test positive for coronavirus; Trick-or-treating in the age of COVID
CBS Evening News, August 16, 2020
Trump administration accused of election interference over changes to Postal Service; Philadelphia music academy continues with online lessons during pandemic
CBS Evening News, October 1, 2020
Firefighters struggle to contain deadly blazes in California amid extreme winds; Twin brother and sister surprised with homecoming coronations
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The National Institutes of Health has revealed that two Americans infected with Ebola received an experimental serum called ZMapp, which previously had only been tested in monkeys; and, James Brady, the former White House Press Secretary who was severely wounded during a 1981 assassination attempt on Ronald Reagan, died today.
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Arrest could come Monday in Russia investigation; James Madison's Montpelier explores its history of slaves
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Trump denies making "sh*thole countries" comment; students take action after hearing couple's honeymoon story
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Parts of Yosemite National Park to close amid wildfire danger; Mystery behind decades-old family photos finally solved
CBS Evening News, August 19, 2020
Out-of-control California wildfires prompt state of emergency; Georgia teachers bring the "cool" in back to school with viral music video
CBS Evening News, August 20, 2020
Joe Biden to accept Democratic nomination at DNC; How schools can work toward a safe year
CBS Evening News, August 26th, 2020
Residents flee as Hurricane Laura takes aim at the Gulf Coast; Voting pioneers honored as U.S. marks 100 years of 19th Amendment
CBS Evening News, September 7, 2020
Creek Fire among several blazes raging amid California heat wave; Woman hands out messages of kindness to masked-up travelers at Houston airport
CBS Evening News, August 25th, 2020
Hurricane Laura could make landfall on Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm; Hospital guard turned medical student strives to help others achieve their dreams
CBS Evening News, September 15, 2020
Hurricane Sally threatens millions along the Gulf Coast; Connecticut teen saves mother, three children from burning car.
Severe weather threatens millions
Residents on the East Coast are now bracing for the season's first nor'easter, as severe weather threatens tens of millions of Americans from the Pacific Northwest to New England. CBS news lead national correspondent David Begnaud reports on the impact of a record-breaking bomb cyclone on the West Coast, and CBS news meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN to discuss the severe weather across the nation this week.
Out-of-control California wildfires prompt state of emergency
Close to 400 fast-moving wildfires are burning out of control in California. The governor has declared a state of emergency, and families are being told to evacuate. Carter Evans has the latest.
Wildfires plague the West Coast
Several wildfires are burning out of control on the West Coast, fueled by dry brush and extreme heat. For the first time ever, the National Weather Service issued a warning for a fire tornado. Lilia Luciano reports.
Tornadoes leave trail of destruction along East Coast
At least 20 tornadoes have left a trail of destruction as Tropical Storm Isaias slammed into East Coast on Tuesday. Chip Reid reports.
At least 4 people dead after Isaias hits the East Coast
At least 4 people are dead and dozens are injured after Tropical Storm Isaias ripped slammed the East Coast on Tuesday. The storm spawned at least 20 tornadoes, leaving millions without power. Mola Lenghi reports.
Tropical Storm Isaias hits Florida coast
Tropical Storm Isaias is churning off Florida's east coast, after unleashing high winds and dangerous surf along the state's Atlantic coast. Now, the storm is heading north and could gain power on its way. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.
Severe weather threatens central U.S.
The same system that's bringing snow to the Rockies is increasing the fire risk in Central and Northern California. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano for the latest forecast.
Central U.S. braces for severe weather
The Central U.S. is bracing for severe weather after tornadoes and hail slammed the Southern Plains. CBS New York chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.
Marines to the rescue
When Virginia Waller-Torres, of Hagerstown, Maryland, was caught in a flash flood, she thought she would perish, and prayed for help. In a matter of moments, Marines in dress blues seemed to appear out of nowhere. Correspondent Steve Hartman reports.
Biden visiting storm-ravaged communities
President Biden is visiting New Jersey and New York to tour communities devastated by Ida. Mr. Biden approved major disaster declarations for six New Jersey and five New York counties affected by the remnants of the hurricane. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports for CBSN AM.
Biden visits hurricane-devastated Louisiana
Days after Hurricane Ida ripped through Louisiana, President Biden touched down in Air Force One to survey the widespread damage. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal reports from New Orleans, and Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng joins CBSN's Lana Zak to talk about the desperation on the ground.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro on murder charges for downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996.
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Trump says Netanyahu will do "whatever I want him to do" on Iran
Asked what he said to Israel's leader about a decision to hold off on new Iran strikes, Trump said Netanyahu will "do whatever I want him to do."
Judge orders White House staff to comply with presidential records law
A federal judge ordered White House staff and President Trump's top advisers to comply with a law that requires certain presidential records to be preserved.
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2 officers in Jan. 6 riot sue to block DOJ "anti-weaponization" fund
The $1.776 billion fund, which is part of the agreement to settle Trump's lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Dept., is to be used to compensate those who claim that the government weaponized the legal system against them.
SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Spy plane "dangerously intercepted" by Russian jets over Black Sea
The Russian jets intercepted the U.K. aircraft with one jet flying as close as 19 feet to the British plane's nose, officials said.
Bezos says bottom half of U.S. earners should pay no federal income tax
The Amazon founder said eliminating taxes for lower-income Americans could ease financial pressure and encourage entrepreneurship.
Harvard faculty votes to limit number of A's awarded
Harvard University faculty members voted to cap the number of A's awarded to students in an effort to make the grades more meaningful.
Teen attackers in mosque shooting were wallowing in nihilistic hate
"These subjects did not discriminate in who they hated," said Mark Remily, special agent in charge of the FBI's San Diego Field Office.
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DOJ veterans fear probe into ex-CIA director is being stacked with Trump loyalists
Former CIA Director John Brennan is the subject of two criminal probes being led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office.
SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Byron Allen on "Comics Unleashed" as it moves to new time slot on CBS
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen brings "Comics Unleashed" to CBS's late night slot, replacing "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."
Highest gas prices in years expected to continue rising this summer
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
Judge orders White House staff to comply with presidential records law
A federal judge ordered White House staff and President Trump's top advisers to comply with a law that requires certain presidential records to be preserved.
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SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Highest gas prices in years expected to continue rising this summer
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
What sagging bond prices are telling us about the U.S. economy
U.S. government bonds are sagging as investors fret that hotter inflation will keep interest rate cuts on hold.
Summer travelers face "vacation inflation" as airfare, gas prices rise
Gas prices, airfares, accommodations and other vacation essentials are more expensive this year compared to last year.
Bezos says bottom half of U.S. earners should pay no federal income tax
The Amazon founder said eliminating taxes for lower-income Americans could ease financial pressure and encourage entrepreneurship.
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DOJ veterans fear probe into ex-CIA director is being stacked with Trump loyalists
Former CIA Director John Brennan is the subject of two criminal probes being led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office.
Judge orders White House staff to comply with presidential records law
A federal judge ordered White House staff and President Trump's top advisers to comply with a law that requires certain presidential records to be preserved.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
Rubio offers Cubans "new path" in video address
Raúl Castro and five others have been indicted by a U.S. grand jury in Florida, according to court filings made public Wednesday.
Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
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Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
WHO says Ebola risks high for region, but not a "pandemic emergency"
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
Where things stand with the Ebola outbreak
The State Department on Tuesday strongly urged Americans to avoid travel to Congo, Uganda and South Sudan because of the Ebola outbreak there. More than 130 people have already died. Mark Strassmann has more.
Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
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Spy plane "dangerously intercepted" by Russian jets over Black Sea
The Russian jets intercepted the U.K. aircraft with one jet flying as close as 19 feet to the British plane's nose, officials said.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
Netanyahu rebukes Israeli minister for treatment of Gaza flotilla activists
Italy and France have summoned the Israeli ambassadors in their respective capitals after Itamar Ben-Gvir, his national security minister, posted the video.
Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
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Byron Allen on "Comics Unleashed" as it moves to new time slot on CBS
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen brings "Comics Unleashed" to CBS's late night slot, replacing "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."
From 1993: Letterman on "The Late Show" launch
Ahead of the premiere of "The Late Show" in August 1993, host David Letterman sat down with "CBS This Morning" to discuss his break from his previous late night show, what viewers could expect from his CBS debut and more.
Byron Allen on filling CBS' late night slot
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his show "Comics Unleashed" and its transition into the CBS late night spot.
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Michelle Monaghan on getting quality sleep
Actress Michelle Monaghan joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 24-hour wellness cycle and why it's important to get quality sleep and consistent energy. (Sponsored by Natrol)
Soon-to-be mom Beanie Feldstein reveals sex of her baby
Actor Beanie Feldstein told "CBS Mornings" she and wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are expecting a baby girl.
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Google announces AI-focused search bar revamp
Artificial intelligence is prompting Google to change its iconic search bar for the first time in more than 25 years. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
Concern ramps up over the use of AI in combat
The Defense Department says it wants to be "AI-first," but some service members are concerned about how quickly the technology is developing. Chris Livesay 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.
Privacy concerns grow over AI, phone numbers
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its top executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
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2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
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Watch: Blanche announces Raúl Castro indictment
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced murder and conspiracy charges Wednesday against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro and five others over the downing of two planes in 1996.
Man jailed over Kirk post wins settlement
Larry Bushart, who spent 37 days in jail over his Facebook post about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will get $835,000 to settle a lawsuit against Tennessee officials. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
More details on Mango founder's son
Court records reveal more details about the Mango founder's son, Jonathan Andic, who was arrested Tuesday in connection to his father's 2024 death. Leigh Kiniry reports.
Details emerge on San Diego mosque attack
More details are emerging on the victims and two gunmen from the deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Lana Zak reports.
More on California mosque shooters
More details are emerging about the shooters who attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, where three people died. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Recapping Tuesday night's primary contests
Republicans with President Trump's endorsement largely prevailed in Tuesday night's primaries. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has the numbers.
Google announces AI-focused search bar revamp
Artificial intelligence is prompting Google to change its iconic search bar for the first time in more than 25 years. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
Harvard limits A's for undergraduates
Faculty at Harvard University voted on Wednesday to limit A's for undergraduates in an effort to curb grade inflation. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Officers attacked on Jan. 6 sue over DOJ fund
Two Washington, D.C., law enforcement officers attacked during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot sued on Wednesday to block the Justice Department's "anti-weaponization" fund. Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Trump takes questions on Cuba, IRS settlement
President Trump spoke with reporters Wednesday about a number of different subjects, including the indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro, the war in Iran and more.