Churches healing divide
Most Americans feel the country has grown more divided in recent years. However, two churches in Macon, Georgia may be on the right path to mending the rift. James Brown reports.
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There was an open investigation into the warehouse where more than 30 people were killed in a deadly blaze over the weekend, Oakland officials said Sunday; former Cuban dictator Fidel Castro was laid to rest Sunday on the ninth and final day of mourning in the country.
Saga of the U.S.S. Sequoia
For more than 40 years, the U.S.S. Sequoia was considered "the floating White House." Now, she is withering ashore as a contentious legal battle wages over the yacht's rightful owner and who should pay to repair it. Paula Reid reports.
European voters
Left-leaning candidate Alexander Van der Bellen won Austria's presidential election. Meanwhile in Italy, voters considered a package of constitutional changes that could lead to their Prime Minister's resignation. Seth Doane reports from Rome.
12/3: Evening News
A party in a renovated warehouse ended with what may be the deadliest structure fire in the history of Oakland, California; the oldest-known survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor is returning to Hawaii to commemorate the 75th anniversary of a day that will live in infamy
China-Taiwan relationship
President-elect Donald Trump's phone call with Taiwan's president is the latest chapter of a complicated relationship between Taiwan and China that has recently become even more volatile. Adriana Diaz has more.
Trump-Taiwan fallout
A congratulatory phone call between the president of Taiwan and President-elect Donald Trump has China seething. Errol Barnett has more.
Trump transition analysis
President-elect Donald Trump has announced a deal to keep up to 1,000 jobs at a Carrier plant in Indiana, which the company had wanted to move to Mexico. Politico's Tara Palmeri has more on that plus how Trump is shaping his Cabinet during his transition into the White House.
Election recount
"Jill Stein, the Green Party candidate in the 2016 presidential race, is questioning the election results in three battleground states. Anna Werner has more on why Stein is pushing for a recount.
Trump's Cabinet picks
President-elect Donald Trump has tapped South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley as the U.N. ambassador for his administration. Who else will be part of Trump's transition team? Roll Call columnist Jon Allen joins CBSN to discuss.
11/22: Evening News
Donald Trump started to shy away from some of his more extreme campaign promises during a meeting Tuesday with the New York Times; Thanksgiving usually comes with wishes for peace and tranquility
11/21: Evening News
Multiple fatalities are reported after a school bus crash in Tennessee; the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University honored "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Scott Pelley with the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism
Obama presser highlights
President Obama held his final international news conference Sunday in Peru. During the press conference, he discussed Donald Trump and TPP. Here were a few of the key moments from the press conference.
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President Obama wraps up his final overseas trip in office this weekend. Mr. Obama notably met with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the trip. On Sunday, President Obama held a news conference in Peru to discuss the trip, Donald Trump and what is ahead. See his full remarks.
Obama meets with Putin
President Obama wrapped up his final overseas trip while in office this weekend with a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. It was the first meeting of the two men since the election of Donald Trump. Errol Barnett has more.
11/19: Evening News
It was a highly anticipated meeting between a "choke artist" and a "con man"; "Loving Vincent" is a movie that's sure to make quite an impression
Obama visits Peru
President Obama is trying to ease fears in Latin America that President-elect Donald Trump will pull out of American trade deals. At a town hall meeting in Peru, the president asked people to give Mr. Trump a chance. Mr. Obama said despite Mr. Trump's stance against global trade deals he predicts the president-elect will eventually see the benefits of those deals. Errol Barnett reports.
Hate crimes on the rise
The civil rights group the Southern Poverty Law Center says there have been at least 700 cases of hateful harassment or intimidation since the election of Donald Trump. Hate crime numbers for 2016 won't be out until next year, and based on what they've seen so far, minority leaders expect to see another increase. Carter Evans has more on this.
Pence booed at "Hamilton"
After the curtain call for the hit musical "Hamilton" about America's Founding Fathers turned into modern-day political theater, the cast directly addressed Vice President-elect Mike Pence, who was greeted with boos and a few cheers from the audience. Actor Brandon Victor Dixon delivered the cast's message. He plays America's third vice president, Aaron Burr. Marlie Hall reports.
Zuckerberg on fake news
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is in Peru at the APEC conference, where he spoke about the company's growing fake news problem. CBSN anchor Reena Ninan has the story.
Trump's controversial picks
Democrats have been very critical of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet choices so far, but they will not be able to stop them from being confirmed. Republican strategist and former communications director for Paul Ryan's vice presidential campaign Kevin Sheridan spoke to CBSN about the issue from Washington.
Romney meets with Trump
President-elect Donald Trump is spending the weekend at his golf club in New Jersey with his transition team trying to decide who else will be joining his Cabinet. National political reporter for Bloomberg Sahil Kapur spoke to CBSN about who Mr. Trump is considering for some key spots.
World leaders on Trump
President Obama is attending the APEC summit in Peru as part of his final trip, where leaders from nations across the world will likely have his ear. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett has the latest on what they are saying to Mr. Obama about Mr. Trump.
Trump demands "Hamilton" apology
After Vice President-elect Mike Pence was met with a mix of boos and cheers at the Broadway show "Hamilton," Donald Trump demanded that the cast of the show apologize for harassing Pence. CBSN anchor Reena Ninan has the story.
"Sanctuary campuses"
There are growing concerns over how Donald Trump's White House will treat undocumented immigrants who came here as children. Thousands of demonstrators at reportedly more than 80 colleges and universities have signed petitions and walked out in support of undocumented classmates. Tony Dokoupil reports from Harvard, where students are calling for a "sanctuary campus."
U.S. has used nearly all its stockpile of long-range missiles in Iran war, sources say
CBS News has previously reported that the U.S. has dwindling stockpiles of defensive interceptors and long-range missiles.
Pirro brought box of evidence to show Trump what caused Reflecting Pool damage
U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro was seen with a large box as she left the White House Monday after her meeting with President Trump.
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Progress made in Strait of Hormuz talks, Rubio says
The secretary of state said progress has been made in the Iran-Oman talks but that no final agreement has been reached, adding, "We're hoping that will happen very shortly."
Man carrying ammo arrested near Trump National Golf Course before president's visit
Federal authorities arrested a man who appeared to be monitoring security-planning activities at Trump National Golf Course in LA County ahead of the president's Southern California visit.
Chipotle replaces jalapenos linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
Restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
Wesley Bell beats Cori Bush in Missouri Democratic House primary rematch
Rep. Wesley Bell on Tuesday beat former congresswoman Cori Bush in a heated primary in Missouri's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Wayward SpaceX rocket to slam into moon, leave 16-foot deep crater
The impact will not be visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Virginia's 2nd District to see rematch between Kiggans, Luria
Democrat Elaine Luria, who previously served four years in Congress, lost to Republican Rep. Jennifer Kiggans in 2022.
FBI not conducting civil rights probe into ICE shooting in Maine, sources say
The deadly encounter between an ICE officer and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero on July 13 in Biddeford, Maine, is the latest in a growing string of clashes between civilians and ICE agents.
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Ollivant projected to win GOP primary in battleground Virginia district
Republican Douglas Ollivant will run against Democratic Rep. Eugene Vindman in November.
Idaho In-N-Out shooting victims remembered by loved ones: "She lit up a room"
Three people were killed and seven others were wounded in the Saturday attack in Twin Falls, Idaho. The gunman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, officials said.
State Department revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to the U.S.
A senior State Department official said the visa would be reinstated immediately if Brazil grants diplomatic approval for President Trump's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Perez.
Man carrying ammunition arrested near Trump National Golf Club before president's visit
Federal authorities arrested a man who appeared to be monitoring security-planning activities at Trump National Golf Club in LA County ahead of the president's Southern California visit.
SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
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SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Chipotle removes jalapenos linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
The restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
Dow soars 900 points on strong corporate profits, hopes of Iran deal
Stocks notched new record highs on Tuesday as oil prices dipped and companies reported healthy profits.
More adult children live at home now than during the pandemic
One woman in her mid-30s said her $60,000 annual income wasn't enough to cover all her bills after a breakup, leading her to move back home.
"Peanut butter" pay raises are out, as employers shift to merit hikes
Here's what employees can expect for a raise in 2027 as companies move away from broad-based pay increases.
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Wesley Bell beats Cori Bush in Missouri Democratic House primary rematch
Rep. Wesley Bell on Tuesday beat former congresswoman Cori Bush in a heated primary in Missouri's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Shannon Taylor wins Democratic primary in Virginia's 1st District
Virginia Democrats are refocusing on a handful of GOP-held seats in Virginia after the state Supreme Court struck down a redrawn congressional map that favored Democrats in all but one district.
Ollivant projected to win GOP primary in battleground Virginia district
Republican Douglas Ollivant will run against Democratic Rep. Eugene Vindman in November.
Virginia's 2nd District to see rematch between Kiggans, Luria
Democrat Elaine Luria, who previously served four years in Congress, lost to Republican Rep. Jennifer Kiggans in 2022.
State Department revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to the U.S.
A senior State Department official said the visa would be reinstated immediately if Brazil grants diplomatic approval for President Trump's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Perez.
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Chipotle suspected in salmonella outbreak
At least 110 people have fallen ill from salmonella in Minnesota, the vast majority of whom reported having eaten at the Mexican chain Chipotle. Tom Hanson has the story.
Michigan reports 2 cyclosporiasis deaths
Two people have died of cyclosporiasis in Michigan, officials said Monday, as the state battles the worst outbreak of the disease in the country. Carter Evans has the details.
Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
She went to "hell and back" for a diagnosis. Then her sister showed symptoms.
Megan Kaverman's weight gain, fatigue, high blood pressure and other symptoms were dismissed for years before she was diagnosed with a rare heart disease.
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State Department revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to the U.S.
A senior State Department official said the visa would be reinstated immediately if Brazil grants diplomatic approval for President Trump's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Perez.
U.S. has used nearly all its stockpile of long-range missiles, sources say
CBS News has previously reported that the U.S. has dwindling stockpiles of defensive interceptors and long-range missiles.
Nazi ships, mammoth bones emerge as Danube River dries up
Water levels on the Danube River have dropped so low that dozens of World War II German battleships – and even the remains of an ancient woolly mammoth — are emerging into view.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Gaza holds mass funeral for extended family recovered from wartime rubble
Authorities described this as the Gaza Strip's biggest mass funeral since the war began, mourning dozens of people, including women and children, recently recovered from the rubble.
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Stranger rescues band from car troubles
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
Ariana Grande on her plans to take break
One day after announcing she'll step back from the spotlight after her tour ends, Ariana Grande spoke directly to fans at Monday night's show in Chicago. The singer said the decision was her own and "was made from a thoughtful and empowered place."
Jordan Roth talks "The Shards"
Tony Award-winning producer Jordan Roth talks about starring in the "The Shards" and describes what it was like to go from behind the scenes on Broadway to making his major on-screen acting debut.
Hollywood on hot streak at the box office
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" leapt straight to the top of the box office this weekend. Its $360 million opening weekend debut is the biggest in U.S. history. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss all the latest movie news.
"My Favorite Person" takes over socials
A social media trend encouraging users to share what they love about their favorite person is bringing light to TikTok and other platforms.
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SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Top AI execs may meet with Trump officials
Top executives from leading artificial intelligence companies are set to meet with White House officials, according to media reports. Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent for Puck News, has 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.
Trump administration finalizes AI framework, official says
The order asks AI companies to share previews of powerful new models with the government before they are released to the public.
U.S. probes cyberattack on water systems
Lauryn Williams, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss the U.S. probe into Iran possibly targeting water systems in Michigan and Minnesota.
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Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
Rare video shows humpback whale birth
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
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Lindsay Clancy speaks in court for first time
Lindsay Clancy, the woman accused of first-degree murder in the deaths of her three children, spoke in court Tuesday. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy testifies in court
Lindsay Clancy, the woman accused of killing her three young children in what her defense says was an episode of postpartum psychosis, testified in court for the first time on Tuesday as her trial progresses. Shanelle Kaul has more.
Idaho In-N-Out shooting victims remembered by loved ones: "She lit up a room"
Three people were killed and seven others were wounded in the Saturday attack in Twin Falls, Idaho. The gunman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, officials said.
Police actions in Guthrie case under scrutiny
The Wall Street Journal's Valerie Bauerlein joins CBS News to discuss her reporting on crucial missteps made by authorities in the days following the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie.
Officials give update on Spokane fire arrest
A man is under arrest for allegedly setting one of three major wildfires in the Spokane, Washington, area. Meanwhile, thousands have been evacuated from the area as fires rage. KREM reporter Regan Gallo has more.
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Wayward SpaceX rocket to slam into moon, leave 16-foot-deep crater
The impact will not be visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
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Dingell on Michigan Democratic Senate primary
Polls have closed in Michigan, where the heated Democratic Senate contest between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens is coming to a head. Democratic Rep. Debbie Dingell of Michigan joins CBS News to weigh in.
Stranger rescues band from car troubles
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
DHS: Man dies in ICE custody in New Jersey
The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed the death of a detainee at a controversial immigration center in New Jersey. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Breaking down El-Sayed vs. Stevens in Michigan
Michigan Democrats Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens are facing off in a key Senate primary on Tuesday. Ed O'Keefe has the details.