Super Tuesday 2024 key takeaways and analysis
Voters are casting their ballots in presidential primaries and caucuses in over a dozen states on Super Tuesday. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell leads a special report.
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Mayor facing charges for alleged voter fraud
The mayor of a small town in rural Kansas is facing criminal charges for allegedly voting as a noncitizen. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has the details.
Maine, Colorado ballot measure results are in
The results are in for state ballot measures across the country. Colorado voters passed more funding for school meals, and in Maine, voters rejected absentee ballot restrictions and voter ID restrictions. Maine voters also approved temporary restrictions on dangerous weapons. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports.
Takeaways from 2025 elections
CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa breaks down what the 2025 elections mean for the future of both political parties ahead of next year's crucial midterms.
Details on Colorado, Maine ballot proposals
Voters in Colorado and Maine are heading to the polls on Tuesday to cast ballots for several proposals. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has the details.
Early voting ends in NYC with record turnout
A record-breaking number of New Yorkers cast early ballots in the 2025 race for mayor. New York political strategists Howard Wolfson and Alyssa Cass join "The Takeout" with analysis.
New Jersey, California polling sites safety
The Justice Department said it will monitor New Jersey and California polling sites from now until Election Day. CBS News election law contributor David Becker has more details.
Grijalva still not sworn in 1 month after win
On Sept. 23, Democrat Adelita Grijalva won a special election in Arizona to fill the seat vacated by her late father. As of Thursday, exactly one month later, she has yet to officially become a member of the House of Representatives. CBS News election law expert and political contributor David Becker joins with analysis.
Ted Cruz on shutdown, "No Kings" and more
As the government shutdown hits Day 22, Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas joins "The Takeout" to discuss the standoff with Democrats, the "No Kings" protests and more.
Supreme Court hears mail-in ballot case
The Supreme Court on Wednesday heard oral arguments in a lawsuit challenging an Illinois mail-in voting law. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Virginians vote to replace late congressman
Northern Virginia residents are voting Tuesday on who will replace the late Democratic representative Gerry Connolly. Republicans hold a razor-thin majority in the House and the results of the race could be crucial for some major votes this fall, including an effort to avoid a potential government shutdown. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
Michigan judge tosses case against 15 accused fake electors
A Michigan judge has dismissed the criminal cases against 15 people accused of acting falsely as electors for President Donald Trump in the 2020 election.
Trump demands COVID data from drug companies
President Trump on Monday called for pharmaceutical companies to release data on the success of COVID vaccines. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on that and some of the other news coming out of the Oval Office.
Texas redistricting maps are racially biased, civil rights advocates claim in lawsuit
They accuse Texas legislative leaders of engaging in gerrymandering to prevent Black voters from electing candidates of their choice.
Can Trump get rid of mail-in voting himself?
President Trump said he wants to eliminate mail-in voting and electronic voting machines ahead of next year's midterms. White House correspondent for Bloomberg Kate Sullivan and Eleanor Mueller, congressional reporter for Semafor, join "The Takeout" to break it down.
The future of mail-in voting
President Trump has renewed his push to eliminate mail-in voting, proposing an executive order to abolish the method despite its widespread use by both parties in the last election. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explains what could happen next.
Trump vows to try banning mail-in voting before 2026 midterm elections
President Trump says he plans to sign an executive order "to end mail-in ballots, because they're corrupt." Here's what to know about his claims.
How redistricting could impact 2026 midterms
Texas Democrats who left the state two weeks ago to stop a vote on a new congressional map that favored Republicans are beginning to return after California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced an effort to remap California congressional districts in a way that would favor Democrats. CBS News political editorial producer Hunter Woodall has more on what redistricting could mean for the 2026 midterm elections.
NAACP mobilizing Black voters with town halls
America's oldest civil rights organization, the NAACP, is kicking off a series of town halls this week to mobilize Black voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Examining the state of U.S. politics
It has been six months since President Trump's second term began, and one year since former President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 presidential race. CBS News political director and executive director Fin Gomez joins to examine the state of U.S. politics.
Impact of U.K. lowering the voting age to 16
Britain will lower its voting age to 16 by the next national election. Qasim Hussain, vice president of Further Education at the National Union of Students UK, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the impact of the change.
Britain to lower voting age to 16 before next national election
The voting age in the U.K. will drop from 18 to 16 by the next national election in a bid to increase democratic participation, the government says.
To help party brand, Democrats prepare "Organizing Summer"
Democrats found themselves locked out of power in Washington after the 2024 presidential election. Now campaign groups are readying an effort to help the party regain power.
Examining early trends in NYC mayoral primary
Tuesday is Primary Day in New York City with Democrats deciding between a crowded field of candidates for mayor. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Kabir Khanna and Fin Gómez have the latest.
Face the Nation: Morell, Salvanto
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Former CIA deputy director Michael Morell, a CBS News national security administrator, has warned that the threat environment right now echoes the period before the 9/11 terrorist attacks. But he tells "Face the Nation" that there is a "lack of a sense of urgency" from the White House and Congress, CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto tells "Face the Nation" that many voters under the age of 30 believe the older generation is leaving them a more dangerous world, with a worse environment and less opportunity. But fewer young voters say they'll vote in this election than voters over 65, and "Face the Nation" asked a focus group of 2024 voters in battleground states if they could be persuaded to vote for a presidential candidate other than the one they had already chosen. "I don't think you can take any of their words literally anymore. It's mostly political theater and comedy," one voter said.
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Federal agents fatally shoot another Minneapolis resident, officials say
The shooting comes as tensions over a surge in ICE enforcement actions have the area on high alert.
Latest forecast maps show fresh predictions for winter storm
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 17 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
President Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada if America's northern neighbor went ahead with its trade deal with China.
What we know about latest shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis
A man is dead after a shooting in Minneapolis on Saturday involving federal immigration agents from Customs and Border Protection, a U.S. official with knowledge of the incident told CBS News.
Flights canceled, states of emergency declared as winter storm bears down
More than 200 million people are under winter storm threats as officials brace for power outages and travel difficulties.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns U.S. as warships head toward Middle East
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
Peace talks end constructively, Ukraine's Zelenskyy says, with more possible
The talks are the first known instance that officials from the Trump administration have sat down with Russia and Ukraine.
How much snow are you getting this weekend? See the forecast.
A winter storm is forecast to dump up to 24 inches of snow in some places this weekend, and many are wondering: How much snow are we actually getting?
Australian boy dies days after being bitten by shark in Sydney Harbor
The Sydney shark attack that killed Nico Antic was one of four recorded in the span of two days.
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Appeals court sees probable cause but refuses to order Don Lemon's arrest
The ruling made public on Saturday did not identify the names of the five defendants for whom the Justice Department is seeking arrest warrants, but multiple sources confirmed to CBS that Lemon is one of them.
What we know about latest shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis
A man is dead after a shooting in Minneapolis on Saturday involving federal immigration agents from Customs and Border Protection, a U.S. official with knowledge of the incident told CBS News.
Flights canceled, states of emergency declared as winter storm bears down
More than 200 million people are under winter storm threats as officials brace for power outages and travel difficulties.
Latest forecast maps show fresh predictions for winter storm
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 17 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
Where to watch UFC 324 live tonight to see Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje and more fighters show down
UFC 324 features a stacked fight card. Here's the schedule, time and information on where to watch the UFC event.
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Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
How to heat your home safely as fierce winter storm grips the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
What to know about EVs as the winter storm brings bone-chilling temps
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Tesla Cybertruck sales plunged 48% in in 2025
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
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Appeals court sees probable cause but refuses to order Don Lemon's arrest
The ruling made public on Saturday did not identify the names of the five defendants for whom the Justice Department is seeking arrest warrants, but multiple sources confirmed to CBS that Lemon is one of them.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns U.S. as warships head toward Middle East
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
Canada this month negotiated a deal to lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in return for lower import taxes on Canadian farm products.
Minnesota AG Keith Ellison accuses White House of "politics and retribution"
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Epstein's inner circle subpoenaed to testify before House Oversight Committee
Jeffrey Epstein's lawyer, accountant and billionaire benefactor were issued subpoenas to testify before the committee in February and March.
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Heart failure threatened her pregnancy. A first-of-its-kind procedure saved it.
Cassandra King was thrilled to be pregnant after years of fertility struggles and multiple miscarriages. Then a sudden cardiac event threatened everything.
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.
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Peace talks end constructively, Ukraine's Zelenskyy says, with more possible
The talks are the first known instance that officials from the Trump administration have sat down with Russia and Ukraine.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns U.S. as warships head toward Middle East
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new China trade deal
Canada this month negotiated a deal to lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in return for lower import taxes on Canadian farm products.
Australian boy dies days after being bitten by shark in Sydney Harbor
The Sydney shark attack that killed Nico Antic was one of four recorded in the span of two days.
U.S. carries out 35th strike on alleged drug boat, first since Maduro capture
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
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Lily Fitts performs "Beat Me To It"
Massachusetts-based Lily Fitts originally gained a following for her viral song covers, which were shared by artists like The Lumineers and Noah Kahan. Her debut album "Getting By" captured attention for its honest and raw lyrics, and she's got more coming soon. Here's Lily Fitts performing "Beat Me To It."
Lily Fitts performs "Brown Eyed Baby"
Massachusetts-based Lily Fitts originally gained a following for her viral song covers, which were shared by artists like The Lumineers and Noah Kahan. Her debut album "Getting By" captured attention for its honest and raw lyrics, and she's got more coming soon. Here's Lily Fitts performing "Brown Eyed Baby."
Lily Fitts performs "Lose You Now"
Massachusetts-based Lily Fitts originally gained a following for her viral song covers, which were shared by artists like The Lumineers and Noah Kahan. Her debut album "Getting By" captured attention for its honest and raw lyrics, and she's got more coming soon. Here's Lily Fitts performing "Lose You Now."
Madison Beer opens up about music journey
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" breaks Oscar nominations record
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
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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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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
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.
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Officials on 5-year-old boy detained by ICE
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
Jury selection date set in Mangione trial
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
New video shows Ryan Wedding in FBI custody
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
5-year-old Liam Ramos detained by ICE
Five-year-old Liam Ramos is now being held at an ICE detention facility in Texas, CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. Here's what we know about the case.
Ryan Wedding arrested, officials say
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter 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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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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Minneapolis mayor speaks about fatal shooting
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey pleaded with President Trump to remove federal agents from the city after a 37-year-old man was shot and killed on Saturday. "To President Trump: This is a moment to act like a leader," Frey said. "Put Minneapolis, put America first in this moment."
Minneapolis officials give update on shooting
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Police Chief Brian O'Hara, and Director of Emergency Management Rachel Sayre provided updates on Saturday after a federal agent fatally shot a 37-year-old man.
Chuck Klosterman's unique take on football
Author and essayist Chuck Klosterman shares his thoughts on football with "CBS Saturday Morning."
The Dish: Eleven Madison Park
On this weekend's installment of "The Dish," "CBS Saturday Morning" goes inside one of the world's most acclaimed restaurants: Eleven Madison Park.
Federal agents fatally shoot another person
Federal agents in Minneapolis shot and killed another person on Saturday, officials say. CBS News Minnesota has the latest.