Democrats hope new voters flip North Carolina blue in 2020
North Carolina voted Republican in every recent presidential election except 2008, but most recently elected Democrat Roy Cooper as governor.
Every State Has A Story
SCOTUS vacancy energizes North Carolina voters
While the president's nomination for a new Supreme Court judge is energizing voters in North Carolina, the economy, health care and coronavirus remain as the biggest issues. Janet Shamlian has more in CBS News' series "2020 America Decides: Every State Has a Story."
Two mass shootings, two Red Flag law opinions
One's son was killed in Aurora. One's friend was killed in Columbine. Now two Colorado state representatives disagree on how to prevent future mass shootings
What matters in Colorado on Super Tuesday
CBSN's Elaine Quijano spoke with Shaun Boyd, a political specialist at CBS Denver, about Bernie Sanders' lead in the state polls, important issues to Colorado voters, the state's open primary system and the big Senate race in Colorado.
California goes to the polls on Super Tuesday
Elaine Quijano spoke with Bryan Anderson, politics reporter for the Sacramento Bee, on CBSN's "Red and Blue." He talks about what he's watching for in California's Super Tuesday results, Mike Bloomberg being on the ballot for the first time, and whether recent endorsements will help boost Joe Biden.
San Francisco housing controversy
Project E could lead to more affordable housing in San Francisco, but critics say it could also mean higher office rents and fewer jobs. KPIX reports.
Colorado repealing death penalty
After five previous attempts, the Colorado House finally passed a repeal of capital punishment. Governor Jared Polis says he will commute sentences of three people on the state's death row. CBS Denver reports.
Charleston coffee shop empowers employees with special needs
Bitty and Beau's Coffee shop is where you'll find a lot of sweetness.
Arkansas has "worn out" voting machines
Eleven out of Arkansas's 75 counties still have outdated voting machines, and officials fear they won't hold up. KTHV reports.
South Carolina: Gobs of jobs, but not enough offer living wage
As in many states, low unemployment rates mask a harsher reality — low-paying fields that can't support a family.
Race to 2020
Who is Bill Stepien? Former Trump campaign manager's testimony plays central role in Jan. 6 hearing
After the election, Stepien said two camps emerged within the campaign — "Team Normal," of which he was part, and "Rudy's Team," referring to those who listened to Rudy Giuliani.
Whitmer pushes feds for more vaccines as COVID cases surge in Michigan
Whitmer attributed the surge in coronavirus cases to new variants.
Trump's pollster releases report on 2020 loss
A new report released by former President Trump's chief pollster in the 2020 campaign details the reasons behind his election defeat. It shows how he lost support among key groups of voters who disapproved of his handling of the coronavirus pandemic and considered him dishonest and untrustworthy. Politico reporter Alex Isenstadt has been covering the story and joins CBSN "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the key findings.
Richmond says Biden willing to meet with GOP senators over COVID bill
A group of 10 Republican senators wrote Mr. Biden a letter Sunday requesting a meeting to discuss coronavirus relief framework, which they said has bipartisan support.
Biden's road to the White House
President Biden began his career in politics in 1973 as the junior United States senator from Delaware. Now, nearly 50 years after his journey began, he has taken office as the 46th president of the United States. Robert Hoopes, president of VOX Global and who served as Biden's chief of staff during the 2012 Democratic National Convention, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to reflect on the president's career in public service.
Get to know Kamala Harris' family
Harris comes from a family of immigrants whose roots and political views shaped her.
Janet Yellen pushes for "big" federal action
CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the "big" actions Janet Yellen wants to see done by the Treasury Department if she is confirmed as secretary by the incoming Biden administration.
Biden's DNI nominee testifies in hearing
CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what Avril Haines — President-elect Joe Biden's pick for director of national intelligence — vows to do if confirmed to that position.
Alejandro Mayorkas questioned over U.S. Capitol riot
CBS News reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what lawmakers wanted to learn from President-elect Joe Biden's Homeland Security Secretary nominee Alejandro Mayorkas at his confirmation hearing.
How to talk with kids about the inauguration
President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration is sure to look different from previous years' ceremonies, and talking to children about the event could bring some challenges with thousands of National Guard troops standing by and the National Mall empty. Parents can still take steps to make sure children understand the significance of the historic day. Karen Aronian, a parenting and education expert who holds a doctorate in education, joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Alabama
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Jeff Sessions announces run for Alabama Senate seat
Sessions would be challenging Senator Doug Jones, who is considered the most vulnerable Democrat in the Senate
Roy Moore announces second campaign for Alabama Senate seat
The Republican is looking to move past his sexual misconduct allegations and face off against Democrat Doug Jones once again
Doug Jones reflects on prosecuting 2 white supremacists
The Alabama senator told CBSN's "Red & Blue" he worries history might repeat itself and underscored the importance of reflecting on racial injustices from the '50s and '60s
Sen. Doug Jones on the "unvarnished" truth of history of racism
In his book "Bending Toward Justice," the former U.S. Attorney writes of prosecuting Ku Klux Klan members for the 1963 bombing of a Birmingham, Ala., church in which 4 girls died, four decades later
Arkansas
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Arkansas
Arkansas has "worn out" voting machines
Eleven out of Arkansas's 75 counties still have outdated voting machines, and officials fear they won't hold up. KTHV reports.
Little Rock to regain control of schools
KTHV-TV reports the state of Arkansas has controlled the Little Rock school district for nearly five years because of academic problems at six schools. CBS affiliate KTHV-TV reports.
California
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California
California goes to the polls on Super Tuesday
Elaine Quijano spoke with Bryan Anderson, politics reporter for the Sacramento Bee, on CBSN's "Red and Blue." He talks about what he's watching for in California's Super Tuesday results, Mike Bloomberg being on the ballot for the first time, and whether recent endorsements will help boost Joe Biden.
San Francisco housing controversy
Project E could lead to more affordable housing in San Francisco, but critics say it could also mean higher office rents and fewer jobs. KPIX reports.
California proposition for new schools
Proposition 13 is asking Californians for $15 billion in taxpayer funding to update public schools. KESQ reports.
Rent control to be on California ballot
California voters will get a chance to cast ballots in November on the Rental Affordability Act, expanding rent control statewide amid a worsening homelessness crisis. KHSL-TV reports.
Undecided California voters weigh options
California is one of 14 states holding primaries on Super Tuesday, March 3, and many Bay Area voters are not yet sure whom they'll support. CBS San Francisco reports.
Colorado
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Colorado
What matters in Colorado on Super Tuesday
CBSN's Elaine Quijano spoke with Shaun Boyd, a political specialist at CBS Denver, about Bernie Sanders' lead in the state polls, important issues to Colorado voters, the state's open primary system and the big Senate race in Colorado.
Colorado repealing death penalty
After five previous attempts, the Colorado House finally passed a repeal of capital punishment. Governor Jared Polis says he will commute sentences of three people on the state's death row. CBS Denver reports.
17-year-olds can vote in Colorado primary
For the first time in Colorado, some 17-year-old residents can cast their votes in the state primary March 3, as long as they will turn 18 before Election Day in November. CBS Denver reports.
2 mass shootings, 2 Red Flag law opinions
One's son was killed in Aurora. One's friend was killed in Columbine. Now two Colorado state representatives disagree on how to prevent future mass shootings.
Iowa
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Farmers discuss biggest concerns ahead of Iowa caucus
CBS News spoke to four women who will each caucus for a Democrat in Iowa.
How the high cost of child care is affecting Iowa voters
With child care costs averaging at about $10,000 per year, many Iowans struggle to make ends meet. CBS News takes a look at how this affects caucus voters in Every State Has a Story.
Australian students visit Iowa for caucus
Simpson College in Iowa is hosting more than 30 Australian students who want to experience American politics close up, attend rallies and meet the presidential candidates. KCCI reports.
Building support for candidates in Iowa
The Democratic presidential candidates are relying on thousands of volunteers ahead of the Iowa Caucuses. KCCI-TV reports.
Iowa farmers optimistic on trade deal
"It's a good positive step," one farmer told CBS affiliate KCCI-TV.
Maine
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Susan Collins explains her vote to acquit Trump
Collins spoke to "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell Tuesday, before a speech on the Senate floor.
Activist aims to unseat Senator Susan Collins
Democrats in Maine are fighting to unseat Republican Senator Susan Collins. One of them, activist Betsy Sweet, joins CBSN to weigh in on the race and what's driving her campaign.
Vaccine law on the ballot in Maine
WGME reports Maine voters will decide in a referendum in March whether to uphold stronger vaccine requirements for children. CBS affiliate WGME-TV reports.
Michigan
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Congresswoman Debbie Dingell on why Michigan is so important in 2020
Dingell spoke to CBS News' Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" podcast.
Trump is important factor for voters in "blue wall" states
The "blue wall" states which have traditionally voted Democratic in presidential elections are Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin
Supreme Court overturns Michigan partisan gerrymandering ruling
The justices threw out a case that had been brought by Democratic voters
Minnesota
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Minnesota
Did Klobuchar send innocent teen to prison?
A new Associated Press investigation raises questions about the case of a black teen sent to prison nearly 18 years ago, when senator and presidential candidate Amy Klobuchar was a prosecutor in Minnesota. AP reporter Robin McDowell joined CBSN to explain what the investigation uncovered.
Impact of new food stamp rules in Minnesota
CBS Minnesota reports thousands of people in the state could lose SNAP benefits under the Trump administration's new eligibility requirements. CBS Minnesota reports.
Trump is important factor for voters in "blue wall" states
The "blue wall" states which have traditionally voted Democratic in presidential elections are Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin
Missouri
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Kansas City divided over Martin Luther King, Jr. tribute
Kansas City is again one of three big cities without a street named after Dr. King.
St. Louis prosecutor accuses city of racism, cites KKK Act
Kim Gardner claims the City of St. Louis and its police union attempted to "intimidate, silence and sideline" her from bringing criminal justice reform.
Inside Missouri's last abortion clinic
Across the South and Midwest, a growing number of abortion restrictions have made access to the procedure harder than it's ever been
These anti-abortion laws are still going into effect in Missouri
Among other restrictions, doctors will be prohibited from terminating a pregnancy based on the presence of Down syndrome
At least 12 kids lost to gun violence in St. Louis since April
"I can't be here knowing this is the city that my 8-year-old daughter was murdered"
Nevada
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Voters' questions for presidential candidates
Democrats will face off for the 10th presidential debate on Tuesday in South Carolina, which is co-hosted by CBS News and the Congressional Black Caucus Institute in Charleston.
Health care is the top concern for Nevada's Culinary Workers Union
The union, which represents most hospitality workers on the Las Vegas Strip, has 60,000 members.
Questions about Nevada caucus "tool"
After the Iowa caucus debacle, Nevada Democrats switched to a new tech tool instead of the problematic app. KLAS reports.
How do the Nevada caucuses work?
Nevada will be the third state to hold a primary contest on Saturday, February 22.
Nevada previews new "caucus tool" to help tabulate results
The state party insisted at volunteer summits in Northern and Southern Nevada that the new tool was not an "app," like the abandoned software created by Shadow, the developer at the heart of the delayed Iowa caucus results.
New Hampshire
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"Soupman" inspired to help the homeless after his son's death
Peter Kelleher started making soup for the homeless, and now he's giving back in more ways than one.
Does New Hampshire still deserve to hold the first primary?
After Iowa's caucus saw widespread technical errors in the app used to count ballots, people are asking whether going first is something Iowa and New Hampshire can still take for granted.
Fishing for answers with New Hampshire voters
With 42% of New Hampshire voters undeclared, the state could emerge as a key battleground in November.
Polls open at midnight in New Hampshire town with only 5 voters
There were almost too few voters this year to continue the midnight voting tradition.
4 years later, New Hampshire's opioid epidemic still rages on
"If you went back eight years and told me that one of the leading issues in a presidential campaign would be drugs, I would have said, 'you've got to be kidding,'" said Peter Evers, CEO of Riverbend Community Health.
North Carolina
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North Carolina
SCOTUS vacancy energizes North Carolina voters
While the president's nomination for a new Supreme Court judge is energizing voters in North Carolina, the economy, health care and coronavirus remain as the biggest issues. Janet Shamlian has more in CBS News' series "2020 America Decides: Every State Has a Story."
Democrats hope new voters flip North Carolina blue in 2020
North Carolina voted Republican in every recent presidential election except 2008, but most recently elected Democrat Roy Cooper as governor.
Hospital video shows officers tackle, tase and punch teen
A North Carolina mother is blasting law enforcement officers for their violent treatment of her son outside an emergency room during a mental health crisis.
Daughter of late GOP redistricting expert releases trove of documents
The files were revealed for the first time in court filings last year as part of a legal challenge to North Carolina's state legislative districts.
Federal judge to halt latest North Carolina voter ID law
A federal court in North Carolina announced that next week, a judge will formally block a state law requiring photo identification to vote.
Ohio
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Three Meals in Ohio: Battleground state split on Trump for 2020
The battleground state has voters across the political spectrum.
Midwest states likely to lose House seats
An analysis from Cleveland.com shows several states in the Midwest, including Michigan and Ohio, are projected to lose House seats after the 2020 census. While this won't impact the upcoming election, the shifts could have an impact down the road. Rich Exner, data analysis editor for Cleveland.com, joins CBSN to discuss his findings.
What issues are important to Ohio voters?
WBNS reporter, anchor and "Face the State" host Scott Light joins CBSN to discuss the issues that are crucial to Ohio voters as Democratic candidates prepare to debate tonight in Westerville, Ohio.
Key factors in Ohio ahead of 2020 election
As part of our "Local Matters" series, CBSN is taking a closer look at the state of Ohio. It's been long known as a bellwether state and Democrats will need to capitalize on the suburbs and millennial voters if they want success there. WBNS-TV anchor and reporter Scott Light joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss what's important to Ohio voters.
Pennsylvania
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How will suburban Pennsylvania women vote in 2020?
While some women say they won't vote for President Trump, they also aren't thrilled with their Democratic choices.
Trump is important factor for voters in "blue wall" states
The "blue wall" states which have traditionally voted Democratic in presidential elections are Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin
Trump makes his case for reelection in Pennsylvania
"In 2020, we're running, so you'd better get out there and make sure we win," the president told his crowd at a Pennsylvania plant
South Carolina
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"We get it done": Black women play key roles in South Carolina campaigns
Five women talked exclusively with CBS News about being recognized as black women in leadership roles, the issues that matter most to South Carolinians, and how they're working to combat voter disengagement here.
Charleston coffee shop empowers employees with special needs
Bitty and Beau's Coffee shop is where you'll find a lot of sweetness.
South Carolina: Gobs of jobs, but not enough offer living wage
As in many states, low unemployment rates mask a harsher reality — low-paying fields that can't support a family.
Why drug costs are top issue for South Carolina voters
A third of residents in the Palmetto State report not being able to afford prescribed medication, survey shows.
Black voters in South Carolina on 2020 Democrats
One group of now mostly senior citizen organizers, known as The Reckoning Crew, is backing Joe Biden.
Texas
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Texas
Will early votes be wasted in Texas?
Early voting is underway in Texas ahead of the state's Super Tuesday primary March 3. But what if your favorite candidate drops out between now and then? CBS Austin station KEYE reports.
Republican Gary Gates wins Texas State House race
National and Texas Democrats have been pointing to metropolitan areas like this district as a sign of promise for the 2020 ballot.
Texas voters praise economy but decry "all the nonsense" from Trump
Democrats and Republicans across the Lone Star State defy party stereotypes, as they talk about a stronger economy, and a president's divisive rhetoric.
Record number of Texans registered to vote
CBS DFW reports a record 16 million people are now registered to vote in Texas ahead of the 2020 presidential election. CBS Dallas/Fort Worth reports.
Texas will reject new refugees under Trump executive order
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says the state will reject the resettlement of new refugees.
Tennessee
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Tennessee
Bill aims to move up Tennessee primary
Two Tennessee lawmakers are pushing to move the state's presidential primary to be first in the nation in 2024. WLTX reports
Trans activists speak out against school sports legislation
Transgender pro athlete Chris Mosier has spoken out against the bill, which would fine violators $10,000.
Utah
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Utah
Mitt Romney faces fallout in home state
Utah Senator Mitt Romney was the only Republican who voted to convict President Trump for abuse of power. Salt Lake Tribune Washington bureau chief Thomas Burr explains how Utah residents and lawmakers are reacting.
Utah bans LGBTQ conversion therapy for minors
"It simply will save lives," said GOP State Representative Craig Hall, who originally sponsored the proposal.
Utah officials tell Trump they want to welcome more refugees
Until Trump's election Utah welcomed upwards of 1,500 refugees per year. Those numbers are down by two-thirds now.
Virginia
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Virginia nixes holiday honoring Confederate generals
Lee-Jackson Day honored two Confederate generals and was celebrated the Friday before Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
ERA supporters celebrate victory — but still face opposition
The measure to officially prohibit discrimination based on sex was approved by Congress back in 1972, but not enough states passed it before the 1982 deadline for ratification.
Virginia voters share issues that matter for 2020
Voters who were sometimes sitting inches from each other had very different views on the issues.
Pro-abortion rights activists claim major victories in Kentucky and Virginia
Kentucky is one of the most hostile states toward abortion access and passed a so-called "heartbeat" ban earlier this year
Democrats win control of House and Senate in Virginia
Democrats now control all three branches of government in Virginia for the first time in a generation
Wisconsin
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Wisconsin appeals court halts purge of 209,000 voters
The Wisconsin Court of Appeals has put on hold a lower court order requiring the immediate removal of 209,000 voters from state rolls.
Local Matters: Milwaukee voters crucial in 2020
President Trump will be holding a rally in Milwaukee Tuesday night as Democrats take the debate stage in Iowa. Mary Spicuzza is a reporter for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and joins CBSN to discuss what matters to the voters in Milwaukee.
In battleground Wisconsin, turnout is key: "My vote's up for grabs"
President Donald Trump won the state in 2016 by fewer than 23,000 votes, partly because of his surprise victory in Racine County.
Trade war worries Wisconsin ginseng growers
The ginseng crop brings $40 million to Wisconsin annually, but foreign sales could be hurt by uncertainties over U.S.-China trade. WSAW reports.
Trump is important factor for voters in "blue wall" states
The "blue wall" states which have traditionally voted Democratic in presidential elections are Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin