Botched executions came after changes to state protocol
Christa Pike's failed execution in September, the state's second this year, has raised fresh questions about Tennessee's lethal injection execution process.
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Campaign texts, powered by AI: How new tech is shaping voter outreach
Campaigns are experimenting with AI texting to hear from more voters than before — and sometimes, to persuade them.
Judge skeptical of administration's defense of Trump's proposed arch
The Justice Department and a group of veterans faced off in court over the fate of the 250-foot arch that President Trump wants to build.
NYC Marathon volunteer has helped runners chase glory for 50 years
As the New York City Marathon celebrates the 50th anniversary of its five-borough course, the longtime volunteer reflects on a half-century of tradition.
Daylight saving time ended Sunday. Here's what to know.
Millions of Americans gained an hour of sleep this weekend when the time change commonly known as daylight saving ended for 2026, meaning clocks "fell back."
Peltola says she "knew nothing about" the other Dan Sullivan
"I am not interested in tricking voters," Democratic Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola said, after operatives were accused of recruiting a person with the same name as Sen. Dan Sullivan.
3 killed in midair collision involving 2 choppers near Oregon airport
Three people were killed when two helicopters collided in midair Thursday afternoon in a community near Portland, Oregon, authorities said.
Linda Mason, trailblazing CBS News journalist, dies at 84
After starting as a radio desk assistant in 1966, Linda Mason went on to become the first female producer of the "CBS Evening News" and held several other high-profile positions at CBS News.
Millions of French press coffee makers recalled due to burn risk
Product safety regulators said the glass carafes can unexpectedly break if they are damaged or cracked, leading to burn injuries.
What to know about Alaska's Senate race with 2 Dan Sullivans
In Alaska's Senate race, voters will choose between four candidates, including GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan and a man with the same first and last name — a situation that has frustrated Republicans and drawn scrutiny for Democrat Mary Peltola.
Midterm elections put Social Security funding gaps on the ballot
With Social Security's main trust fund on course to be depleted in 2032, Congress will face mounting pressure to find remedies and avert benefit cuts.
Patrick Stewart, best known for "Star Trek" and "X-Men," dies at 86
Patrick Stewart starred on stage and screen across his decadeslong acting career. He died at his home on Wednesday.
AI deepfakes pose risks to consumers and voters, experts warn
"When you can't tell what's legitimate, you question everything," said one cybersecurity expert focused on political campaigns.
DOJ vets say politically charged moves close to election violate norms
Former DOJ officials say Attorney General Todd Blanche's Justice Department has entered uncharted waters in ways that could influence politics.
U.S. citizens included on DOJ list of 400 alleged noncitizens, Washington says
Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs told two federal prosecutors that "many" U.S. citizens were included on a Justice Department list of suspected noncitizens.
Federal judge blocks Trump from closing historic D.C. golf course, for now
U.S. facilitating direct engagement between Europe and Russia
Travelers stranded, flights canceled after ground stop. Here's what we know
Trump, Putin, Xi Jinping to meet in first trilateral of its kind
Man in his 70s diagnosed with heart defect usually found in infancy
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U.S. gave Singapore scant help with Alice Huang probe, source says
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New congressman faces sexual harassment allegation
