Pennsylvania state Supreme Court rules ballots in undated envelopes won't count
Pennsylvania's high court says officials aren't allowed to count votes from mail-in or absentee ballots that lack accurate, handwritten dates on their return envelopes.
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Workers at 14 nursing homes in Pennsylvania go on strike
About 700 nursing-home workers across the state went on strike Friday after marathon contract negotiations went nowhere.
Pennsylvania governor sues over GOP's abortion, voting proposals
Pennsylvania's Democratic governor is suing the Legislature over a package of proposed constitutional amendments.
Pennsylvania to require masks for K-12 students, child care centers
Skyrocketing COVID-19 cases in the state prompted Governor Tom Wolf to issue the mandate, which goes into effect September 7.
Local Matters: Florida governor to visit Pennsylvania
Florida's Republican Governor Ron DeSantis will reportedly head to the key battleground state of Pennsylvania in May to speak at a local Republican Party event. It comes amid growing speculation over whether or not the rising GOP star is considering a presidential run in 2024. Jonathan Tamari, national political reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on the impending visit and how Pennsylvania Republicans are preparing for the governor and U.S. Senate races in 2022.
Pennsylvania governor says inciters of Capitol riot "should be ashamed"
Wolf called on politicians "to speak the truth" to their constituents about the electoral process.
Pennsylvania orders new COVID restrictions
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced new restrictions to combat the coronavirus pandemic, shutting down indoor dining, gyms, extracurricular school activities and more for three weeks starting Saturday. CBSN Philly has details.
Pennsylvania announces new COVID-19 restrictions
Governor Wolf said he tested positive for COVID-19 but was "feeling well" and didn't have any symptoms.
Pennsylvania governor tests positive for COVID
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf has tested positive for COVID-19. In a statement on Wednesday, the 72-year-old said he has no symptoms and is feeling well. CBS Philadelphia has more.
Pennsylvania governor tests positive for COVID-19
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf and first lady Frances Wolf were quarantining at home after the governor's positive test result.
Philly warns residents to "remain vigilant" amid surge of coronavirus
"We can't afford to have more case spikes like the Thanksgiving spike," said Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley.
Pennsylvania secretary of state says "majority" of ballots counted
As of Thursday afternoon, Trump had 50.2% of the vote in Pennsylvania compared to Biden's 48.5%, with 92% of the vote counted.
Pennsylvania officials give election update
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf and Pennsylvania Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar gave an update Wednesday morning on the election, which remains a toss-up. Boockvar said the state is approaching 50% of mail ballots counted. Watch the press conference.
Supreme Court declines to lift Pennsylvania's stay-at-home order
Governor Tom Wolf ordered all nonessential businesses in the state to temporarily close in March.
Pennsylvania prepares to start reopening
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf is expected to announce which parts of the state can begin phased reopening on May 8. Pennsylvania Capital-Star editor-in-chief John Micek joins CBSN to discuss the decision, the state's primary election, and more.
Pennsylvania governor combats gun violence
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf signed an executive order aimed at reducing gun violence in his state. The move comes just days after six Philadelphia police officers were wounded in a shootout. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports on the fallout from that incident, and then Pennsylvania Capital-Star editor-in-chief John Micek joins CBSN to discuss the response to the governor's action.
Pennsylvania gov. signs measure to fight gun violence
The action came just days after an armed suspect shot and wounded six police officers during a standoff in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania governor says he'll veto abortion ban
Gov. Tom Wolf said he was "appalled" by bills that "seek to put a politician in between a woman and her doctor"
Trump's former drug czar nominee to retire from Congress this month
GOP Rep. Tom Marino will retire at the end of the month, just two months after he was re-elected
GOP Pennsylvania gubernatorial candidate says he'll "stomp" on Tom Wolf's face with golf spikes
Scott Wagner said in a Facebook Live video that he was "sick and tired" of negative ads from Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf
Local Matters: Pennsylvania
Voters in Pennsylvania went to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in a number of primary races leading up to November's midterm elections. CBS Pittsburgh's money and politics editor Jon Delano joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to break down the races that will have local and national implications.
2018 Local Matters: Pennsylvania
Voters in Pennsylvania will head to the polls Tuesday to select their candidates in a number of races ahead of the November midterm elections. Democrats will be focused on several close congressional races in the state as they attempt to regain a majority in the House of Representatives. Republicans voters will also choose their nominees for governor and U.S. Senate. John Micek, political columnist and opinion editor for PennLive.com, joins CBSN to discuss all the key races.
Pennsylvania governor sets special election for day of general election
Pennsylvania will fill the empty seat of resigned Rep. Patrick Meehan in a special election on Nov. 6
Local Matters: Pennsylvania governor's race
Three Republican candidates in Pennsylvania are campaigning for a primary on May 15 to challenge the state's democratic governor Tom Wolf. John Micek, political columnist and opinion editor for PennLive.com, joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to analyze the race.
Proposals to redraw Pennsylvania's congressional districts are submitted
Groups met a court-ordered deadline to submit maps of boundaries for the state Supreme Court to consider adopting for this year's election
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Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
Ukrainian military chief hints that counteroffensive could be coming soon
A slickly produced video showed troops preparing for battle with American-made armored vehicles, artillery and rocket launchers.
DeSantis campaign to receive "unprecedented" money by super PAC
The PAC has been gathering online contributions with the purpose of funneling it to the official campaign.
Inside the government agency working to identify fallen service members
At the Department of Defense, one division works to bring home tens of thousands of unidentified soldiers.
Henry Kissinger, former U.S. diplomat, turns 100
Kissinger has been at the forefront of U.S. diplomacy for longer than most Americans have been alive.
"Anatomy of a Fall" wins Palme d'Or; Japan, Turkey win Cannes acting awards
The awards were announced Saturday at the 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival.
Key artifact helps illuminate historic moment in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy.
State Farm to stop offering new home insurance policies in California
However, State Farm will continue to offer personal auto insurance policies in California, the company said.
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Would Gabby Petito be alive if abuse warning signs were acted on earlier?
Gabby Petito, 22, died at the hands of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Now, her parents are asking if her murder could have been prevented, and hope others can be saved by learning her story.
State Farm to stop offering new home insurance policies in California
However, State Farm will continue to offer personal auto insurance policies in California, the company said.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Key artifact helps illuminate historic moment in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
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Russia's war in Ukraine is spurring investments in renewable energy
Investments in solar recently overtook oil for the first time, but the world still needs scale back fossil fuels to meet climate goals, energy group says.
Immigrants now represent a record share of U.S. workers
Almost 1 in 5 workers are now foreign-born, reversing a pandemic decline when immigration slowed.
Debt ceiling deadline is now June 5, Yellen says
Time is running short for House Republicans and the White House to reach an agreement on the debt ceiling to avoid default.
Where to go this summer for a family friendly vacation overseas
Flights to some parts of the globe are expected to be pricey, but there are still relative bargains to be found.
Powerball winner served lawsuit alleging he stole ticket
The suit is moving forward despite the California Lottery's confidence in its vetting process.
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Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
McCarthy still "an optimist" about debt ceiling deal
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy spoke by phone Saturday evening CBS News learned, but a deal has not yet been reached.
DeSantis campaign to receive "unprecedented" money by super PAC
The PAC has been gathering online contributions with the purpose of funneling it to the official campaign.
Biden hopes for "evidence" of possible debt ceiling deal by Friday's end
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen set a new estimated "X" date for a possible government default if no deal is reached of June 5.
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COVID hospitalizations reach new record low nationwide, CDC says
This is the first time fewer than 9,000 new weekly admissions were reported.
Should you take off your shoes in the house? Scientists weigh in.
You probably clean your shoes if you step in something muddy or disgusting. But when you get home, do you always de-shoe at the door?
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Pfizer's Paxlovid still free, for now, after FDA grants full approval
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pills, could go to the private market by late summer.
Long COVID includes these 12 symptoms, new study finds
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health brings more understanding to the symptoms of long COVID, with the aim of helping lead to much-needed treatment options.
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Ukrainian military chief hints that counteroffensive could be coming soon
A slickly produced video showed troops preparing for battle with American-made armored vehicles, artillery and rocket launchers.
Henry Kissinger, former U.S. diplomat, turns 100
Kissinger has been at the forefront of U.S. diplomacy for longer than most Americans have been alive.
Egyptian authorities unveil recently discovered ancient sites, artifacts
Egyptian antiquities authorities have unveiled ancient workshops and tombs they say were discovered recently at a Pharaonic necropolis just outside the capital Cairo.
U.S., Mexico seek international emergency over deadly fungal outbreak
Officials fear a repeat of a deadly outbreak from Mexico that killed nearly half of meningitis patients.
Russia's war in Ukraine is spurring investments in renewable energy
Investments in solar recently overtook oil for the first time, but the world still needs scale back fossil fuels to meet climate goals, energy group says.
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"Anatomy of a Fall" wins Palme d'Or; Japan, Turkey win Cannes acting awards
The awards were announced Saturday at the 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival.
Brandy Clark performs "Tell Her You Don't Love Her"
Multi-Grammy nominee and country star Brandy Clark makes a return visit to our Saturday Sessions. This week, she's celebrating her fourth studio album and hit Broadway musical by performing from her new self-titled collection. Here is Brandy Clark with "Tell Her You Don't Love Her."
Brandy Clark performs "Ain't Enough Rocks"
Multi-Grammy nominee and country star Brandy Clark makes a return visit to our Saturday Sessions. This week, she's celebrating her fourth studio album and hit Broadway musical by performing from her new self-titled collection. Here is Brandy Clark with "Ain't Enough Rocks."
Brandy Clark performs "Northwest"
Multi-Grammy nominee and country star Brandy Clark makes a return visit to our Saturday Sessions. This week, she's celebrating her fourth studio album and hit Broadway musical by performing from her new self-titled collection. Here is Brandy Clark with "Northwest."
Book excerpt: "The Wind Knows My Name" by Isabel Allende
The New York Times bestselling author of such works as "The House of the Spirits" and "A Long Petal of the Sea" returns with a story that draws parallels between the Holocaust and the plight of children separated from their parents at the U.S. border.
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Smith on "real concern" about Chinese malware
The hacking operation code-named "Volt Typhoon" that targeted critical infrastructure in Guam and other locations in the United States is of "real concern," Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith tells "Face the Nation." Watch more of Margaret Brennan's interview with Smith Sunday on "Face the Nation."
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Private moon race ready for liftoff
As part of "CBS Mornings'" "American Innovation" series, Mark Strassmann reports on space quickly becoming the next economic frontier, if you can stick the landing.
Former Google executive speaks out against AI
Nearly 20 years ago, the movie "I, Robot" warned of an impending robot revolution powered by artificial intelligence that views humanity as "scum." Now, what was once science fiction has become a paramount concern for tech executives and futurists. Mo Gawdat, former chief business officer for Google's secretive research and development lab "X," joins CBS News to discuss the future of AI.
Surgeon general on kids' use of social media
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has issued a new advisory about the effects of social media on young people's mental health. Dr. Murthy joins CBS News to discuss his report and what families can do to help ensure children safely use social media.
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Unorthodox crops could be the future of food
Some scientists believe America's breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they're warning a relentless drought is harming the nation's wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem.
Supreme Court weakens EPA power over wetlands
The Supreme Court has again weakened the power of the Environmental Protection Agency. This time it involves wetlands. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the court's latest ruling and its implications for the environment.
Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
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Would Gabby Petito be alive if abuse warning signs were acted on earlier?
Gabby Petito, 22, died at the hands of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Now, her parents are asking if her murder could have been prevented, and hope others can be saved by learning her story.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton impeached
Ken Paxton, the embattled attorney general of Texas, was decisively impeached Saturday by the state House. The 20 articles of impeachment against Paxton included accusations of bribery, obstruction of justice and abuse of the public trust.
Funeral director pleads guilty to theft after decomposing bodies discovered
Randy Lankford, owner of Lankford Funeral Home and Family Center in Jeffersonville, faces a proposed sentence of 12 years.
Pennsylvania nurse accused of killing 2 patients with insulin, officials say
Heather Pressdee, 40, told investigators she allegedly administered insulin to the patients as "she had hoped they would slip into a coma and just pass away."
FBI offers $250,000 reward for man accused of killing his bride after wedding
Estrella Carrera was found dead in the bathtub of her home, still wearing the dress she wore to her wedding reception, authorities said.
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Virgin Galactic returns to space with successful sub-orbital test flight
The first crewed flight of Virgin's spaceplane in two years sets the stage for customers to begin flights to the edge of space in June.
Astronaut Peggy Whitson touts commercial spaceflight, private space stations
In an interview with CBS News, Peggy Whitson discusses her commercial visit to the International Space Station.
Russian cargo ship docks at space station amid commercial crew visit
The Ax-2 private astronaut mission, two cargo launches and multiple spacewalks highlight a busy early summer aboard space station.
A Japanese lunar lander crashed on the moon. NASA just found the evidence.
A camera team was able to identify what NASA called "an unusual surface change" near where the lander was supposed to end up.
See stunning images of the sun by Earth's most powerful telescope
The incredible photos show sunspots and quiet areas on the sun's topmost layer.
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Summer music heats up 2023
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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Gabby Petito: The Untold Story
"48 Hours” explores Gabby Petito’s final days and the missed warning signs that might have saved her. "48 Hours" contributor Jericka Duncan reports.
Nationwide lifeguard shortage as summer arrives
A shortage of lifeguards across the U.S. could lead to safety concerns for public pools and beaches nationwide. Elise Preston reports.
Kamala Harris gives West Point commencement address
Vice President Kamala Harris made history Saturday by becoming the first woman to give the commencement address at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
Artifact illuminates history in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy. That camera is now in a Dallas museum. Omar Villafranca has the story.
Ukrainian military chief on possible counteroffensive
Ukraine increased speculation that a counteroffensive against Russian forces could be imminent with a video released Saturday. Debora Patta reports.