What to expect at Trump's arraignment on federal charges

Trump is expected to appear in court Thursday for his first hearing in a case unlike any other in U.S. history.

• Aug 3, 2023

What to expect from Trump's D.C. arraignment

Former President Donald Trump is expected to be arraigned on four felony counts in the Jan. 6 special counsel case in a Washington, D.C., court Thursday. The former president has denied any wrongdoing. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Robert Costa report on what to expect from the proceedings, and what we know about the judge assigned to the case.

• Aug 2, 2023
• 8:14

Active shooter scare on Capitol Hill was a false alarm, police say

"We've found no confirmation that there was an active shooter," Capitol Police chief Thomas Manger told reporters.

• Aug 2, 2023

Special counsel announces new Trump charges, calling Jan. 6 "unprecedented assault"

"The attack on our nation's Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was an unprecedented assault on the seat of American democracy," special counsel Jack Smith said Tuesday.

• Aug 1, 2023

Washington, D.C. becomes home to honeybees

From government gardens to embassy rooftops, if you know where to look, you'll find honeybees all over the U.S. Capitol. The city has become a surprising home to the pollinators. Christina Ruffini takes a look at the creatures and the impact they're having.

• Jul 29, 2023
• 4:15

Urban beekeeping project works to restore honey bee populations

The nation's capital has become a hospitable home to pollinators.

• Jul 29, 2023

Suspect arrested on murder charges in fatal hit-and-run near White House

A driver struck and killed a 75-year-old man while fleeing from Secret Service officers, officials said.

• Jul 28, 2023

A confused Dianne Feinstein has to be prompted to vote

The 90-year-old senator has about 18 months left in her term.

• Jul 27, 2023

Sneaker trend gains momentum in Congress

A bipartisan "Sneakers Caucus" on Capitol Hill is aiming to bridge the political and generational divide through comfortable and fashionable footwear.

• Jul 26, 2023

Watch out for this invasive and toxic hammerhead worm

Hammerhead worms are believed to have been introduced in the U.S. in 1891 through infested plants and soil.

• Jul 26, 2023

Driver hits, kills pedestrian while fleeing from Secret Service

The suspect remains at large after hitting a 75-year-old Philadelphia man who was in a crosswalk, authorities said.

• Jul 12, 2023

Eye on America: Gun violence prevention

In Washington, D.C., we take a look at the challenges illegal guns pose to law enforcement. Then in Missouri, we meet a group of moms protesting gun violence after a string of shootings across the country. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.

• May 22, 2023
• 20:14

"American Ramble": A writer's walk from D.C. to New York City

In March 2021, former Wall Street Journal writer Neil King Jr. embarked on a walk of 330 miles, from his home in Washington, D.C., to New York City – his way of contemplating America, past and present, and, at 61, his own life after surviving esophageal cancer. The 26-day journey formed the basis of his new book, "American Ramble: A Walk of Memory and Renewal." He retraced his steps with correspondent Martha Teichner, and talked about the America he found along the way.

• Jul 9, 2023
• 8:34

Lyft driver who was interpreter for U.S. in Afghanistan killed in D.C.

Video taken by a home surveillance camera​ and shared by police captured four people fleeing the scene.

• Jul 7, 2023

Jan. 6 defendant allegedly made threats

There are new revelations in the case against the man arrested last week near former President Barack Obama's home with weapons. The Jan. 6 defendant allegedly made a series of threats and targeted others. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

• Jul 5, 2023
• 1:20

Police searching for D.C. explosives suspect

Police are searching for at least one suspect accused of detonating two explosive devices and throwing a Molotov cocktail at several businesses in Washington, D.C., on Sunday.

• Jul 3, 2023
• 0:28

Washington, D.C., businesses hit with explosives, Molotov cocktail

Police are searching for at least one suspect accused of detonating explosive devices and throwing a Molotov cocktail in Washington, D.C.

• Jul 3, 2023

D.C. among worst air quality in world

Washington, D.C. on Thursday had some of the most polluted air in the world. More than 100 million Americans are under air quality alerts as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to grip the U.S. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on the thick haze in the nation's capital.

• Jun 29, 2023
• 3:53

Man arrested near Obama's D.C. home

D.C. police have arrested a man suspected of threatening to blow up former President Barack Obama's home in Washington. Officials say he had the materials necessary to make an explosive device similar to a Molotov cocktail. CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues reports.

• Jun 29, 2023
• 3:02

Sources: Man arrested near Obama’s D.C. home

A Seattle man wanted in connection with the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection was arrested just blocks from former President Barack Obama's Washington, D.C., home Thursday when authorities found guns and explosive materials in his van, officials said. Jeff Pegues has more.

• Jun 29, 2023
• 1:38

Dr. Anthony Fauci to join the faculty at Georgetown University

"I ask myself, now at this stage in my life, what do I have to offer to society? I think what I have to offer is experience and inspiration to the younger generation of students," said Fauci.

• Jun 26, 2023

What role will religious voters play in 2024?

Some Republicans in the 2024 mix are looking to gain support from religious voters. Several 2024 hopefuls will appear at the Faith and Freedom Coalition's annual gathering in Washington this weekend. Coalition chair Ralph Reed joins "America Decides" to discuss what evangelicals are looking for most in a presidential candidate.

• Jun 22, 2023
• 5:51

D.C. gets its day in Canada's smoke

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing severe issues up and down the East Coast of the United States. The air quality in the nation's capital is at a very unhealthy level and it is expected to change over the course of the day. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more.

• Jun 8, 2023
• 4:02

How Canadian wildfire smoke could impact summer plans for Americans

Forecasters and heath officials have warned that U.S. air quality may plummet repeatedly in the coming months, as Canada's wildfire season continues.

• Jun 8, 2023

"Bob's Burgers" actor charged for alleged role in Jan. 6 attack

Jay Johnston has been arrested and charged for his alleged participation in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.

• Jun 7, 2023

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