Ted Cruz jokes that Beto O'Rourke will ban BBQ
It's the latest beef between the contenders for a Texas Senate seat
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New poll shows Beto O'Rourke down nine points
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz has the support of 54 percent of likely voters, while Democratic opponent Beto O'Rourke has 45 percent
Ted Cruz campaign sends controversial mailers
A photograph of the mailer was tweeted by a Texas resident who said that his grandmother received the letter
Ted Cruz, Beto O'Rourke to hold 3 debates
A recent poll had Cruz just 4 points ahead of O'Rourke in the Texas Senate race
New poll shows Ted Cruz 4 points ahead of Beto O'Rourke
A poll by CBS Dallas-Forth Worth/Dixie Strategies shows Cruz ahead with 46 percent to O'Rourke's 42 percent
Report: GOP worried about Senate races
The New York Times reports that top Republicans are concerned about losing some traditionally GOP seats in November's midterm elections. Ryan Grim, D.C. bureau chief for The Intercept, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest details.
Trump to campaign for former rival Ted Cruz
Cruz faces a closer-than-expected race against Democrat Beto O'Rourke in November
Tweet of Beto O'Rourke's mugshot spawns social media melee
The state GOP was chiding O'Rourke for failing to yet settle on dates for a series of debates with Republican incumbent Ted Cruz
Beto O'Rourke says "nothing more American" than to stand up or take a knee for your rights
A viral video posted to Twitter shows O'Rourke, the Democrat challenging Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, defending NFL players kneeling during the national anthem
New poll shows Ted Cruz 4 points ahead of Beto O'Rourke
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz has the backing of 49 percent of registered voters, with Rep. Beto O'Rourke close behind at 45 percent
Trump, RNC to send cash to Republican candidates nationwide
The president's reelection campaign and the Republican National Committee will fund 101 candidates nationwide
Beto O’Rourke raises $10.4 million in 3 months, beating Ted Cruz
CBSN's Elaine Quijano talked with Ben Schreckinger of Politico about O'Rourke's prospects going into the November midterms
Will family separation outcry hurt Texas GOP?
The continued fallout over immigration could potentially set up a monster November upset that could flip control of the Senate
Orrin Hatch on separation of families: "The way it's being handled right now isn't acceptable"
"It's not American," Hatch also said. The Trump administration says it's up to Congress to act to stop the separation of migrant children from their parents at the border
Cruz says all who saw images of children pulled from parents "were horrified"
"This has to stop," he told reporters Monday, and is introducing a bill to mandate that migrant children stay with their parents
Rubio "not very optimistic" North Korea will give up nukes
Rubio tells "Face the Nation" that the North Korean regime is "playing a game" with their nuclear capabilities
Can Democrat Beto O'Rourke beat Ted Cruz in Texas?
The El Paso congressman is raising millions and turning heads, but that might not be enough to overcome Texas' conservative slant
Facebook hearings end
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrapped up his second day of testimony on Capitol Hill, revealing he was one of the 87 million users whose data Cambridge Analytica accessed. Dan Patterson, a senior writer for Tech Republic, and Jennifer Grygiel, an associate professor at Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communication, join CBSN to discuss how Zuckerberg fared against the House committee Wednesday.
Facebook accused of bias
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg had his second day of hearings on Capitol Hill Wednesday and addressed criticism from Republicans who accused Facebook of having an anti-conservative bias. He also once again apologized for not doing enough to protect users' data. CBSN political contributor Michael Graham joined CBSN with more on why Facebook has become enemy-held territory.
Commentary: Why conservatives don't have Mark Zuckerberg's back
The tech billionaire is under attack from liberals, but people on the right aren't feeling very sympathetic
Cruz grills Zuckerberg about Facebook political bias
"I am very committed to making sure that Facebook is a platform for all ideas," Mark Zuckerberg during his congressional testimony
Sen. Cruz grills Zuckerberg on political bias
"A great many Americans...are deeply concerned that Facebook and other tech companies are engaged in a pervasive pattern of bias and political censorship," said Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. The Facebook CEO responded that he is committed to free expression of ideas on the social network.
How to watch the Texas primaries
Your guide to watching the Texas primary results roll in Tuesday March 6, 2018
Rep. Beto O'Rourke could mean blue wave hits Texas in race for Senate
O'Rourke may be considered a long shot in his bid to unseat Sen. Ted Cruz, but at this point, he's been outraising the incumbent handily
Senate delays $81B disaster aid package
Both Republicans and Democrats in the Senate want changes, and it was among the items Democrats sought to hold onto for leverage next year
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, stretching across two-thirds of the U.S.
5 arrested in connection with shooting of judge, wife in Indiana
Five people have been arrested in connection with the Sunday shooting of a judge and his wife in Indiana, according to authorities.
ICE takes 5-year-old, dad after using boy as "bait," school district says
School district officials in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, say their sense of security is shaken and their hearts shattered after four students from the district have recently been taken by officers with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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.
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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.
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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5 arrested in connection with shooting of judge, wife in Indiana
Five people have been arrested in connection with the Sunday shooting of a judge and his wife in Indiana, according to authorities.
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.
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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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U.K. man accused of drugging, raping ex-wife for years to appear in court
Joanne Young has waived her right to anonymity as her ex-husband and five other men face trial for allegedly sexually abusing her over 13 years.
Beauty salon, others sanctioned for trafficking cocaine to U.S.
The sanctions target family-operated companies, including Magic Esthetic Salon, linked to alleged drug trafficking and money laundering.
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.
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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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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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U.K. man accused of drugging, raping ex-wife for years to appear in court
Joanne Young has waived her right to anonymity as her ex-husband and five other men face trial for allegedly sexually abusing her over 13 years.
Beauty salon, others sanctioned for trafficking cocaine to U.S.
The sanctions target family-operated companies, including Magic Esthetic Salon, linked to alleged drug trafficking and money laundering.
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.
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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
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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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