Senate returns amid pandemic as House stays away
The Senate is back in session, while the House waits as cases of coronavirus continue to plague the nation's capital.
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Senate turns down Biden's request for records
The Senate has denied Joe Biden's request to search for and release any records of an alleged sexual misconduct claim against him from a former aide Tara Reade. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News campaign reporter Bo Erickson joined Elaine Quijano to discuss the controversy.
Confirmation hearings for Ratcliffe to be DNI may be held next week
The Senate is expected to return to the Capitol next week.
House scraps plans to return to Capitol as Senate forges ahead
The Senate is still expected to return to the Capitol next week.
Cuomo rips McConnell for "really dumb" state bankruptcy idea
Cuomo said during his daily press briefing that not funding state and local governments is "incredibly short-sighted."
Senate approves $484 billion coronavirus relief package
The bill provides an additional $310 billion in funding to the Paycheck Protection Program for loans to small businesses.
Minority-owned small businesses could see relief in $484 billion aid bill
The Senate reached a deal to expand funding for the Paycheck Protection Program intended to provide loans to small businesses.
Kaine presses Pence on Trump's tweets to "LIBERATE" states
Maine Senator Angus King also told Pence "I have never been so mad about a phone call in my life."
Trump names dozens of lawmakers to bipartisan task force
The White House has tapped a bipartisan group of lawmakers to serve on a task force to reopen the economy.
Senate at impasse over small business loans as funding runs dry
Senate and White House negotiators have yet to reach an agreement to pass additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program.
Pro-Trump super PAC endorses Doug Collins in Georgia Senate race
Great America PAC, which describes itself as a " leading pro-Trump Super PAC," said Collins is "exactly the type of leader Georgia needs in the U.S. Senate."
Trump threatens to adjourn Congress – it would be unprecedented
Move would be bid to get more of his nominees through Senate, but conditions spelled out in Constitution for him to try it aren't in place.
Congress will not return to Washington until May 4
Most members will not return to Washington before May, but Congress can still pass measures with unanimous consent.
Schumer, Mnuchin hold talks over interim coronavirus legislation
Senate Democrats blocked legislation expanding a small business loans program Thursday, arguing it was insufficient.
Members of Congress connect with constituents while working from home
Like many Americans, lawmakers are now relying on their phones and video conferences to tele-work.
Senators demand more information from Trump on ousting of intel community inspector general
It is "our responsibility to confirm that there are clear, substantial reasons for removal," bipartisan senators wrote in a letter to Trump.
Senate Democrats block $250 billion expansion of small business loans
Democrats have called for more money for hospitals and state and local governments.
Senator to dump her stocks after coronavirus sales uproar
Lawmaker denies wrongdoing in trades she and her husband, who heads New York Stock Exchange, made before market crash.
Massachusetts Democrats cancel state convention, endorse Markey for Senate
The party also agreed that Joe Kennedy III would reach the 15% threshold necessary to appear on the ballot.
U.S. Capitol closed to public through April
The Capitol and surrounding office buildings will remain off limits to the public until May 1.
Tom Coburn, former Republican senator and Oklahoma physician, has died
Coburn earned a reputation as a conservative political maverick during his tenure in the Senate
Senate passes $2 trillion coronavirus relief package
The sweeping measure provides help for workers and businesses and for a health care system pushed to the brink by the coronavirus pandemic.
Senate standoff threatens to delay coronavirus stimulus bill
The $2 trillion legislation is the largest stimulus package in American history.
Senate appears close to deal on massive coronavirus bill
Democrats argue that the bill proposed by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell does more to protect corporations than workers.
Senate again fails to advance coronavirus bill as deal remains elusive
A second attempt to move forward with the massive spending deal failed as Democrats demanded changes to the Republican bill.
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Trump says he is reviewing new Iran peace proposal
President Trump told reporters Saturday he is reviewing a new 14-point peace proposal that was submitted by Iran.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Golden Tempo wins 152nd Kentucky Derby, making history for its trainer
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Drugmaker asks Supreme Court to halt ruling blocking online access to mifepristone
A maker of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone asked the Supreme Court on Saturday to block an appellate court ruling that cut off mail-order access to the drug just a day earlier.
"This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
Vehicle carrying explosives crashes into Portland athletic club, driver dead
A vehicle carrying explosives crashed through the front entrance of an athletic club in downtown Portland, Oregon. The driver was killed.
Austrian police arrest suspect in connection to rat poison in baby food jars
The Burgenland State Criminal Police Office said the suspect was being questioned, and that no further details would be immediately provided.
Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
NFL whiff leads to lifesaving diagnosis for sales manager at Kentucky Derby
Attending this year's Kentucky Derby means more for thoroughbred expert Mark Toothaker, who suffered a seizure from laughing at a whiffed NFL field goal attempt that led to a lifesaving diagnosis.
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Stalked woman shot at 14 times by ex-boyfriend during horrific 911 call
Gloria Choi and her friends called Lakewood, Washington, 911 four times in 48 hours to report her being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. Two days later, he ran her off the road and riddled her truck with bullets as she was on the line with a 911 dispatcher.
Golden Tempo wins 152nd Kentucky Derby, making history for its trainer
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Kentucky Derby brings eye-catching looks, from statement hats to standout suits
Held every spring in Louisville, Kentucky, the event is also known for its over-the-top hats and vibrant suits and dresses.
Vehicle carrying explosives crashes into Portland athletic club, driver dead
A vehicle carrying explosives crashed through the front entrance of an athletic club in downtown Portland, Oregon. The driver was killed.
"This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
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Berkshire Hathaway has 1st annual meeting without Warren Buffett
The company's first-quarter profit more than doubled as the value of its investments grew and most of its businesses improved.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Pickleball Inc. $225 million deal creates new home for sport
The deal merged Major League Pickleball and the Carvana PPA Tour, two of the nascent sport's most active entities, under one company, Pickleball Inc.
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Ford CEO says company is focusing on making vehicles more affordable
Ford CEO Jim Farley tells CBS News, "Most of our new models are going to be more affordable versions."
What will a Spirit Airlines shutdown mean for travelers?
Have tickets to fly on Spirit? Here's what to know about refunds and alternative flights as the budget airline ceases operations.
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Tennessee, Alabama take steps to redraw House maps in wake of Supreme Court ruling
The Republican governors of Tennessee and Alabama called state lawmakers into special sessions on Friday, initial steps in what could be a scramble to redraw congressional maps after the Supreme Court narrowed the Voting Rights Act.
Trump tightens U.S. sanctions on Cuba, signaling a warning to the island, expert says
The new measures increase pressure on foreign financial institutions by threatening their access to U.S. markets if they continue to work with Cuban government entities.
Judge rebukes prosecutors in hearing for accused correspondents' dinner gunman
A federal judge scolded prosecutors for pushing to move forward with detention proceedings for accused correspondents' dinner gunman Cole Allen, even though Allen agreed to remain in custody.
Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Judge blocks Trump from ending deportation protections for Yemenis
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from revoking legal protections for more than 2,800 Yemeni nationals.
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Football practice was leaving a teen fatigued. A rare cancer was to blame.
Cameron Rider's fatigue, body aches and fever were diagnosed as pneumonia, but he couldn't seem to get better.
Drugmaker asks Supreme Court to halt ruling blocking online access to mifepristone
A maker of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone asked the Supreme Court on Saturday to block an appellate court ruling that cut off mail-order access to the drug just a day earlier.
FDA expands access to drug helping pancreatic cancer patients
Former Sen. Ben Sasse, 54, called daraxonrasib "a miracle drug" that was allowing him to live longer and with less pain.
Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
The "big beautiful bill" requires U.S. states to add work requirements to Medicaid by January 2027. Experts warn millions could lose health coverage.
Delays in visa program threaten placement of hundreds of doctors in underserved areas
Hundreds of foreign doctors about to complete training in the U.S. will have to leave the country if the federal government doesn't rapidly process their visa waiver applications, immigration attorneys say.
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Austrian police arrest suspect in connection to rat poison in baby food jars
The Burgenland State Criminal Police Office said the suspect was being questioned, and that no further details would be immediately provided.
Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
Mexican governor accused by U.S. of drug trafficking temporarily steps down
The U.S. accuses Sinaloa Gov. Ruben Rocha Moya of working with cartels to distribute "massive quantities" of narcotics to the United States.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
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Shakira draws 2 million spectators in free concert on Copacabana Beach
The performance followed similar shows by Madonna in 2024 and Lady Gaga last year on one of the world's most iconic waterfronts.
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Spirit Airlines announced it will cease operations after failing to secure a federal bailout. Meanwhile, President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal.
NFL whiff leads to lifesaving diagnosis for sales manager at Kentucky Derby
Attending this year's Kentucky Derby meant more for thoroughbred expert Mark Toothaker, who suffered a seizure from laughing at a whiffed NFL field goal attempt that led to a lifesaving diagnosis.
Andy Serkis on "Animal Farm"
Andy Serkis, the iconic voice of Gollum in "Lord of the Rings," speaks with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his latest project, an animated version of George Orwell's "Animal Farm."
Manish Malhotra on his design journey
Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra is no stranger to American red carpets, counting Beyoncé, the Kardashians and Rihanna as clients. Malhotra spoke with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his start as a Bollywood costume designer ahead of Monday's Met Gala.
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Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
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 concludes testimony in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk's testimony concluded Thursday in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and host of "The Most Interesting Thing in AI" podcast, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Elon Musk cross-examined in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk was cross-examined in his lawsuit against OpenAI on Thursday. In testimony on Wednesday, he said he was "a fool" for funding OpenAI. He is accusing OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, of betraying him and the public by abandoning its core mission as it transitioned from a nonprofit to a for-profit company. WIRED senior writer Maxwell Zeff joins CBS News to discuss.
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Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
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Stalked woman shot at 14 times by ex-boyfriend during horrific 911 call
Gloria Choi and her friends called Lakewood, Washington, 911 four times in 48 hours to report her being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. Two days later, he ran her off the road and riddled her truck with bullets as she was on the line with a 911 dispatcher.
New video of correspondents' dinner suspect
New video shows the alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter breaching event security after roaming the hotel hallways prior to the dinner.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
3 months since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Friday marked exactly three months since Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing. Briana Whitney, a breaking news reporter for the Crime Junkie podcast, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
WHCA scholarship recipients on shooting
For more than 100 years, the White House Correspondents' Dinner has celebrated the First Amendment and freedom of the press. The annual event is also a fundraiser for journalism scholarships. This year, the White House Correspondents' Association awarded $156,000 in grants to 30 college students. Two recipients, Kaitlin Bender-Thomas and Madison Maynard, join "The Daily Report" to discuss the shooting.
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Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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The Love Bombing of Gloria Choi
A dream romance ends in murder after a woman falls for a stranger. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports.
Mountain lion cub with missing toes rescued
A mountain lion cub missing some toes was found alone in the Santa Monica Mountains at just three weeks old. Crimson is now being cared for at the Oakland Zoo, and has clawed his way into people's hearts. Itay Hod has the story.
Marine heatwave could bring extreme weather
The ocean off California keeps breaking heat records. Experts say it could produce a stormy summer that may threaten lives. Max Darrow explains.
States scramble to redistrict after major ruling
Alabama and Tennessee are the latest states rushing to redraw congressional districts after a Supreme Court ruling that further weakens the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Nikole Killion reports.
Abortion pill maker makes Supreme Court plea
A drugmaker of mifepristone filed an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court to restore access for Americans who receive the abortion pill by mail.