Ex-Charlotte mayor, a convicted felon, votes in violation of bond
Patrick Cannon, headed to prison on corruption charges, cast a ballot roughly two weeks after losing his right to vote
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2014 midterm elections becoming a referendum on Obama
In the earliest wave of exit polls, a majority of voters say they're taking their opinions of the president to the ballot box
Citing delays, Connecticut Democrats seek to extend voting hours
Several polling locations in Hartford began the day at 6 a.m. without the necessary voter registration lists
Midterm ad numbers down from 2010's tea party wave
Where Democrats are throwing their money reflects their scramble to retain control of the Senate
Paul Ryan: Pick the GOP for families, and Democrats for bureaucrats
In a USA Today op-ed, the House Budget Committee chair argues the 2014 midterm is a chance to turn the economy around
Major Garrett: Did Obama's immigration punt backfire?
President Obama delayed action on effectively legalizing millions of undocumented workers under pressure from Southern senators--will it make a difference in the midterm elections?
"Malicious" robocalls leave Chicago short of election judges
Officials report poll workers getting misleading and aggressive phone calls caused some to stay home on Election Day
John Dickerson: Why the fate of Republican governors matters most for the GOP brand
John Dickerson: Why the fate of Republican governors matters most for the GOP brand
Election Day spoilers: Third party candidates to watch
Republicans and Democrats are vying for control of the Senate, but a few third-party candidates would upend everything
Hillary Clinton gets a taste of 2016
The former Secretary of State's two months on the midterm campaign trail offered an early look at what another presidential campaign might hold
The battle for control of the U.S. Senate is coming down to the wire, as Democrats and Republicans make their last-minute pushes
The battle for control of the U.S. Senate is coming down to the wire, as Democrats and Republicans make their last-minute pushes. Tight races for the governor's seat in Florida, Wisconsin and Colorado have prompted campaign spending that has surpassed Senate races by millions. Nancy Cordes, Bob Schieffer, Bill Whitaker and John Dickerson report.
How would the White House react to a Democratic midterm meltdown?
The Obama administration is already downplaying the significance of expected Republican gains on Election Day
Why is Taylor Swift part of the Iowa Senate race?
One of the candidates was compared to the pop star
Will Republicans claim the youngest-ever female Congress member?
If 30-year-old Elise Stefanik holds onto her lead in the midterm election race for an upstate New York House district, she'll make U.S. history
Seniors sway medical marijuana debate in Florida
Pot is not just a campaign issue for young voters; in Florida, seniors with serious medical issues could make a difference
Campaigns citing Ebola, using other fear tactics
Dirty tricks, race-baiting charges swirl around late campaign ads, tactics in numerous contests
Pro-pot efforts hoping for young voting crowd
With polls too close to call, residents of Oregon and Alaska will have to wait until Tuesday to find out if their state approves legalization of marijuana
Democrats, GOP press their case in final hours before Election Day
Republicans say they'll end gridlock in Washington, and Democrats disagree, while both claim they have the ground game to win
Obama heckled at Connecticut rally
"You need to go protest the Republicans," the president said in response to hecklers upset over slow immigration reform
What should the GOP do if they win the Senate?
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., and Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., weigh in on how Congress and the president could work together after the election
Election 2014: Are we getting our money's worth?
With the most expensive campaign in history about to end, Bob Schieffer says money in politics has debased our right to vote
A political rogue returns to the campaign trail
After serving 4.5 years in federal prison on a racketeering charge, Buddy Cianci, ex-Mayor of Providence, R.I., wants to win City Hall again
Mitch McConnell: A Republican Congress will end gridlock
Senate minority leader says Democrats are shutting down debate in Washington
Harry Reid: Senate control hangs on one key race
Senate majority leader seems confident that winning in a specific state would be a measure of broad success for Democrats
Scott Brown quizzed on New Hampshire geography in Senate debate
The Republican candidate, who's had to shake off the "carpet-bagger" label, is challenged on his knowledge of state geography
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"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions
The leaked materials include the sworn deposition the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.
Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.
Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader as party holds leadership elections
As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.
Proposal would allow Bible teachings in Texas public grade schools
Texas public elementary schools could use teachings from the Bible in lessons under a proposal drawing intense opposition and praise.
Trump picks Sean Duffy, TV host and former lawmaker, for transportation
President-elect Donald Trump says former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy is his choice for transportation secretary as he continues to roll out picks for his Cabinet.
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
House Ethics Committee to meet Wednesday amid growing pressure to release Gaetz report
President-elect Donald Trump announced he selected former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general.
Two women told House ethics panel Gaetz sent Venmo payments "for sex," attorney says
Two women testified before the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz paid them "for sex," their lawyer told CBS News' Major Garrett.
How RFK Jr. could impact vaccines as Trump's HHS secretary
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
Steve Bannon set for New York trial starting Feb. 25, judge rules
President-elect Donald Trum pardoned Steve Bannon in 2021 on federal charges related to the same scheme.
Trump taps Musk-allied big tech critic Brendan Carr to head FCC
President-elect Donald Trump tapped Republican Brendan Carr, an Elon Musk-backed critic of big tech, to lead the FCC, calling Carr a "warrior for Free Speech."
Hegseth paid accuser but denies wrongdoing, attorney says
Trump has indicated that the revelations about the accuser and payment have not deterred him from Hegseth's selection as defense secretary.
Trump's controversial Cabinet and senior staff picks face uncertain future
President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks are facing an uncertain future as his selections received mixed reviews in recent days — and a handful sent shockwaves through Washington.
Birx says she is "excited" for data-driven discussions in RFK Jr.'s confirmation hearings
Dr. Deborah Birx, former White House Coronavirus response coordinator, said Sunday she is "excited" for the data on key health issues that will surface in Senate confirmation hearings for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 17, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sue Gordon and Dr. Deborah Birx join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Sue Gordon on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 17, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sue Gordon, principal deputy director of National Intelligence in the first Trump administration, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.
Transcript: Dr. Deborah Birx on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 17, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Deborah Birx, White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator in the first Trump administration, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 17, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.
Transcript: Rep. French Hill on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 17, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. French Hill, Republican of Arkansas, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.
Transcript: Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 17, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Nov. 17, 2024.
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Rare "doomsday fish" spotted on a Southern California beach
The doomsday fish got its name because it looks like a mythical sea creature, with a long, ribbon-shaped body that can grow up to 30 feet.
Video shows Las Vegas dad who called 911 killed by police in his home
The family of Brandon Durham is pushing for answers after he was shot by a police officer after calling for help.
Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.
SpaceX to launch Super Heavy-Starship today in 6th test flight
Sources say President-elect Donald Trump will be on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket today.
Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader as party holds leadership elections
As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.
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Arthur Frommer, famed travel guide innovator, has died at 95
Arthur Frommer, whose "Europe on 5 Dollars a Day" guidebooks revolutionized leisure travel by persuading average Americans to take budget vacations abroad, has died. He was 95.
TNT's "Inside the NBA" will air on ESPN, ABC, as part of NBA settlement
"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.
Cyberattack leaves Stop & Shop shelves empty days before Thanksgiving
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts have empty shelves due to a cyberattack.
What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for you?
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
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"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions
The leaked materials include the sworn deposition the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.
Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.
Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader as party holds leadership elections
As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.
Proposal would allow Bible teachings in Texas public grade schools
Texas public elementary schools could use teachings from the Bible in lessons under a proposal drawing intense opposition and praise.
Trump picks Sean Duffy, TV host and former lawmaker, for transportation
President-elect Donald Trump says former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy is his choice for transportation secretary as he continues to roll out picks for his Cabinet.
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Bird flu reaches Hawaii, the last state that had escaped it
Officials suspect that migratory birds likely spread the H5N1 virus there.
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
How RFK Jr. could impact vaccines as Trump's HHS secretary
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
Bed maker waited to report defect that killed 1 and injured others
Canada's Bestar recalled wall beds only after learning of dozens of cases in which its beds detached from the walls, feds say.
What does and doesn't kill E. coli? What to know amid multiple outbreaks
E. coli outbreaks in food are making headlines, prompting questions about how to stay safe from the bacteria that can cause sickness.
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132 hamsters reportedly broke loose on a plane, forcing it out of service
Portugal's TAP airlines reportedly had to take a plane out of service for days to scour the aircraft for hamsters that got out of their cages.
Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia
Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape
Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."
Europeans hint at possible Russian sabotage as undersea cables damaged
As undersea cables are cut, Finland and Germany say Europe is threated not only bt Russia's war in Ukraine, but "from hybrid warfare by malicious actors."
Will Israel annex the occupied West Bank after Trump takes office?
A senior Israeli official has said openly that the West Bank should become part of Israel, not a future Palestine. Could it happen under Trump?
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Sarah Gelman on best holiday cookbooks
Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman shares her top cookbook recommendations to help you create festive and comforting meals this holiday season.
Joey McIntyre on new holiday rom-com
New Kids on the Block's Joey McIntyre steps into Christmas as the star of "Jingle Bell Love," a holiday rom-com premiering on Roku.
Danny Trejo trades action for archaeology
In his new series "Mysteries Unearthed," Danny Trejo explores some of the world's most fascinating historical finds with experts and historians.
Keke Palmer talks lessons from Hollywood
Keke Palmer joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new memoir "Master of Me" which explores her journey in entertainment and the secrets to shaping her own narrative.
The new faces of "Gladiator II"
Ridley Scott's return to Gladiator brings new faces to the franchise. Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger share their experience joining the series.
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Google's Chrome browser could be sold
The Justice Department is reportedly asking a judge to force Google's parent company to sell its Chrome browser following a ruling that declared the company's search engine practices an illegal monopoly.
How this new car runs without gas or electricity
As climate change intensifies, the race for a more eco-friendly car has revved up. Itay Hod reports on the newest twist on travel.
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.
"Human … Please die": Chatbot responds with threatening message
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
Meta facing courtroom battle
On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
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Energy Secretary Granholm on Trump presidency
Former leaders and climate experts have issued a letter calling the U.N.'s annual climate meeting "no longer fit for purpose." Recently, CBS News spoke with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about the summit and what the incoming Trump presidency means for clean energy and climate change. The conversation took place before the president-elect made his pick for energy secretary.
Parts of Great Barrier Reef dying at record rate, alarmed researchers say
Parts of the Great Barrer Reef have suffered the highest coral mortality on record, Australian researchers say, and they fear the rest of it has suffered a similar fate.
Long-term effects of Trump plans for oil, gas
President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
How climate change impacts the economy
2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 trillion in the last 10 years.
Scientists say biggest coral in the world discovered in the Pacific
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
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Testimony could end soon in Laken Riley trial
Witness testimony could come to an end as soon as Tuesday in the murder trial of Jose Ibarra, the man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. CBS News producer Jared Eggleston has more on the case.
Video shows Las Vegas dad who called 911 killed by police in his home
The family of Brandon Durham is pushing for answers after he was shot by a police officer after calling for help.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape
Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."
Laken Riley murder suspect was grilled by wife, jail call reveals
Jose Ibarra, 26, is charged with murder and other crimes in Laken Riley's death in February.
Gun fished out of creek leads to guilty plea in couple's 2015 murder
A man pleaded guilty in the 2015 killings of a Georgia couple after a magnet fisher pulled in a rifle and other evidence linked to the case.
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SpaceX to launch Super Heavy-Starship today in 6th test flight
Sources say President-elect Donald Trump will be on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket today.
Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
Astronauts decline to answer questions about post-flight medical issue
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Summer music heats up 2024
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Testimony could end soon in Laken Riley trial
Witness testimony could come to an end as soon as Tuesday in the murder trial of Jose Ibarra, the man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. CBS News producer Jared Eggleston has more on the case.
Attorney details allegations against Gaetz
A lawyer for two women who have accused Matt Gaetz of sexual misconduct is laying out the details of his clients' allegations, saying they told a House committee they were paid to have sex with Gaetz. Gaetz has denied all wrongdoing and called the committee's investigation a "smear." CBS News political reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Sarah Gelman on best holiday cookbooks
Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman shares her top cookbook recommendations to help you create festive and comforting meals this holiday season.
Joey McIntyre on new holiday rom-com
New Kids on the Block's Joey McIntyre steps into Christmas as the star of "Jingle Bell Love," a holiday rom-com premiering on Roku.
Danny Trejo trades action for archaeology
In his new series "Mysteries Unearthed," Danny Trejo explores some of the world's most fascinating historical finds with experts and historians.