Cruz calls O'Rourke's supporters intense
Ted Cruz thinks Beto O'Rourke's supporters have a powerful motivation for voting in the Texas Senate race: anger over President Trump. Hear from both candidates Sunday on 60 Minutes at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
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New Texas Senate poll
In a new poll released by Quinnipiac University, El Paso Congressman Beto O'Rourke (D) now trails incumbent Senator Ted Cruz (R) by 5 percentage points. Dallas Morning News political writer Gromer Jeffers spoke to CBSN about what O'Rourke is doing to win over the moderates that make up nearly a quarter of the electorate.
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Cruz battles O'Rourke
Recent polls show Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is leading Democratic challenger Rep. Beto O'Rourke. But he's still getting help on the campaign trail from his former rival, President Trump. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump embraces the term nationalist
At a rally for Sen. Ted Cruz in Houston, President Trump said a "globalist" is a person "who wants the globe to do well, frankly, but not caring our country so much." He went on to say there is an "old-fashioned" word that he embraced: A "nationalist."
Trump: "You know what I am? I'm a nationalist, OK?"
They were once bitter enemies. Now, they need each other
Beto O'Rourke says "we need to see record turnout"
"We need to see record turnout and as you're seeing here today, so many people are telling us it's the first time they voted"
Texas "MAGA" rally preview
President Trump is holding a "Make America Great Again" rally this week in Houston, where Sen. Ted Cruz is in a close Senate race with Rep. Beto O'Rourke. Scott Braddock, editor at Quorum Report, joins CBSN's Tony Dokoupil with the latest.
Beto O'Rourke says he'd vote to impeach Trump
The Texas Democrat said he does "think there's enough there for impeachment"
Cruz, O'Rourke spar in debate defined by personal attacks
Cruz is leading O'Rourke in a closely watched Senate race in Texas
Recapping Cruz-O'Rourke debate
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and his Democratic opponent, Rep. Beto O'Rourke, D-El Paso, faced off in their second and final debate before the Nov. 6 election. See some of the highlights here.
Texas senate candidates face off in heated debate
Texas Senate candidates Ted Cruz and Beto O'Rourke faced off in their final debate Tuesday night. Scott Braddock, editor at Quorum Report, joined CBSN from Austin, Texas with more on this heated debate.
Tight race for Senate seat in Texas
Sen. Cruz, one time presidential hopeful, is now fighting to keep his Senate seat ahead of the midterms. Sean Sullivan, congressional reporter for the Washington Post, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with Tuesday's political headlines.
How will Trump's endorsement impact Texas Senate race?
One of the biggest midterm races is in Texas where Sen. Ted Cruz is being challenged by Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke
Cruz and O'Rourke debate preview
One of the biggest races in the 2018 midterms is in Texas, where Sen. Ted Cruz is being challenged by Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke. The candidates will have a debate Tuesday night. Aman Batheja, political editor for The Texas Tribune, joined CBSN to discuss what to expect.
Beto O'Rourke shatters record for quarterly fundraising in race against Ted Cruz
His third-quarter fundraising breaks an 18-year-old record
Senate confirms 15 judges, recesses until after Election Day
Chamber will reconvene after midterms, enabling vulnerable Democrats to campaign in their home states
Sen. Ted Cruz on Kavanaugh's temperament
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas, who sits on the Senate Judiciary Committee, says he believes Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will be confirmed. Cruz is in the middle of a tough re-election fight. Bianna Golodryga spoke to him at a campaign stop outside Dallas about Kavanaugh and President Trump's mocking of Christine Blasey Ford, who accuses Kavanaugh of sexual assault.
"Moment of truth": Cruz and O'Rourke face off in tight Texas race
CBS News speaks to both candidates as incumbent Ted Cruz finds himself in a close race against Beto O'Rourke in the deeply-red state
Dem rep. fighting Ted Cruz in Senate race
Democrat Beto O'Rourke declined to hold a previously canceled debate with Sen. Ted Cruz this weekend. Cruz thought he would have to remain in Washington for votes related to Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation, which has been delayed as the FBI investigates a sexual assault allegation made against the judge. O'Rourke instead recorded a campaign ad from his kitchen while streaming it on Facebook. Republicans are attacking the congressman over what they see as his lack of substance. Aman Batheja, political editor for The Texas Tribune, joined CBSN to discuss the state of the race.
Feinstein: "I did not leak" Ford allegations
After Republican Sen. Ted Cruz accused Sen. Dianne Feinstein or her staff of leaking Christine Blasey Ford's allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, Feinstein interrupted to say she didn't leak it and she believed her staff did not either.
Ted Cruz confronted by Kavanaugh protesters at D.C. restaurant
Cruz and his wife Heidi were seen leaving the restaurant as protesters chanted "we believe survivors"
Texas Senate debate
CBS News affiliate KENS reporter Roxie Bustamante speaks to voters.
Cruz deploys social media strategy against O'Rourke after first debate
Ted Cruz posted a video on Twitter captioned "In Beto O'Rourke's own words" that generated enthusastic responses from O'Rourke supporters
Cruz, O'Rourke face off about Kavanaugh, O'Rourke's past, guns and Trump in fiery first Texas Senate race debate
When O'Rourke said offering "thoughts and prayers" wasn't enough, Cruz answered "I will pray for anyone in harm's way"
TikTok finalizes deal with China to avoid U.S. ban, White House official says
A year ago, a law that effectively banned TikTok in the U.S. went into effect, though President Trump has not enforced it.
Maps show where winter storm threatens to bring snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event for 35 states.
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Magistrate judge rejects charges against Don Lemon over church protest
The Justice Dept. suggested independent journalist Don Lemon could be charged after he was seen in video of a protest inside a church in St. Paul on Sunday.
Trump launches Board of Peace, Zelenskyy announces U.S.-Russia-Ukraine talks
President Trump signed the founding charter of his Board of Peace without major U.S. allies on Thursday then met with Ukraine's President Zelenskyy.
Slavery displays removed from Philadelphia historical site after Trump directive
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed Thursday from the President's House historical site in Philadelphia.
Jack Smith defends handling of Trump probes in first public testimony
Jack Smith, the former special counsel who oversaw two criminal investigations into President Trump during the Biden administration, testified publicly for the first time.
Trump says Board of Peace is withdrawing its invite to Canada
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
House approves final funding measures, sending package to Senate
The House approved the final legislation needed to fund the government through September, sending a package of bills to the Senate.
House votes down latest war powers resolution blocking Trump in Venezuela
The failed vote comes a week after the White House peeled off GOP support for a similar measure in the Senate.
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Race is on to rescue some 200 dogs from Mississippi property before storm hits
Animal advocates are racing to rescue more than 200 dogs from a rural Mississippi property before a massive winter storm is forecast to hit.
Vance acknowledges Minnesota Department of Corrections cooperating with ICE
Vice President JD Vance's acknowledgement came after he implored state leaders to help deescalate the situation in Minneapolis.
Judge skeptical of Trump's arguments he has proper authority to build ballroom
A historic preservation nonprofit is trying to block ongoing construction of Trump's new White House ballroom.
Former Des Moines superintendent pleads guilty to falsely claiming citizenship
Ian Roberts, the former Des Moines superintendent, has pleaded guilty in federal court to falsely claiming U.S. citizenship and illegally possessing firearms.
Most families don't earn nearly enough to afford child care, study finds
"Child care costs are just incredibly daunting for all but the wealthiest Americans," one financial expert said.
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Most families don't earn nearly enough to afford child care, study finds
"Child care costs are just incredibly daunting for all but the wealthiest Americans," one financial expert said.
TikTok finalizes deal with China to avoid U.S. ban, White House official says
A year ago, a law that effectively banned TikTok in the U.S. went into effect, though President Trump has not enforced it.
Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
General Motors to move Buick Envision SUV production from China to U.S.
GM and other automakers have committed to expand their U.S. manufacturing since the Trump administration imposed tariffs on foreign-made vehicles.
Trump sues JPMorgan Chase, Jamie Dimon for $5B, alleging "political" debanking
JPMorgan Chase says President Trump's lawsuit "has no merit."
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Vance acknowledges Minnesota Department of Corrections cooperating with ICE
Vice President JD Vance's acknowledgement came after he implored state leaders to help deescalate the situation in Minneapolis.
Trump says Board of Peace is withdrawing its invite to Canada
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
Judge skeptical of Trump's arguments he has proper authority to build ballroom
A historic preservation nonprofit is trying to block ongoing construction of Trump's new White House ballroom.
U.S. completes withdrawal from World Health Organization
One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."
White House posts an altered photo of Minnesota protester's arrest
The image, which an expert said was likely altered with AI, sparked backlash online. The White House doubled down, saying, "The memes will continue."
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Loss of measles-free status would be "cost of doing business," new CDC deputy says
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
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Trump says Board of Peace is withdrawing its invite to Canada
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
U.S. completes withdrawal from World Health Organization
One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."
Accused crime boss "El Botox" arrested in murder of lime growers' leader
Officials said there were 11 arrest orders for "El Botox" for extortion and homicide. He was accused of attacking authorities with explosives.
Elon Musk says at Davos that robots will one day outnumber people
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
House votes down latest war powers resolution to block Trump in Venezuela
The failed vote comes a week after the White House peeled off GOP support for a similar measure in the Senate.
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Jessica Williams talks new "Shrinking" season
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
Breaking down Oscar nominations
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
2026 Academy Award snubs and surprises: Who did Oscar leave out?
Among the names missing when the 98th Academy Award nominations were announced were Ariana Grande, George Clooney, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and anyone associated with "Wicked: For Good."
Sundance Film Festival opens for its final year in Park City
The celebrated Sundance Film Festival, opening Thursday in Park City, Utah, includes films starring Natalie Portman, Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen and Charli XCX, plus a wide range of documentaries.
Oscar nominations for 2026 announced. See the full list of nominees here.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
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Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul 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.
Elon Musk says at Davos that robots will one day outnumber people
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube looks to get rid of fake AI videos
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
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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.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
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ICE memo on searches without judicial warrant
A whistleblower complaint revealed that an internal ICE memo authorizes officers to enter homes in some instances without a judicial warrant. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains.
Accused crime boss "El Botox" arrested in murder of lime growers' leader
Officials said there were 11 arrest orders for "El Botox" for extortion and homicide. He was accused of attacking authorities with explosives.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Minnesota corrections official on allegations
The commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Corrections, Paul Schnell, is denying allegations from the Trump administration about dangerous criminals. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Former Uvalde school officer acquitted
Adrian Gonzales, a former Uvalde school police officer, was acquitted of 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment over his response during the Robb Elementary School shooting in Texas. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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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?
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Comparing administrative and judicial warrants
CBS News has obtained a memo telling ICE agents that they can forcefully enter a home without a judicial warrant in certain instances. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
PETA suggests 3D hologram for Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is just around the corner, and PETA is again trying to offer up an alternative to Punxsutawney Phil. "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil has the story.
U.S. and China sign off on TikTok deal
A year after a law that effectively banned TikTok from the U.S. went into effect, China and the U.S. have signed off on a deal, according to a White House official. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Ukraine's power plants damaged by Russian strikes
Energy workers in Ukraine endure freezing temperatures and frozen pipes to repair damage caused by Russian strikes. With temperatures far below freezing, warming centers have become a lifeline across the country. Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Trump officials unveil plans to redevelop Gaza
President Trump launched the Board of Peace on his final days in Davos for the World Economic Forum. As Ed O'Keefe reports, its mission is the redevelopment of the Gaza Strip.