Exit poll: Close race in Pennsylvania, Florida
Independents split between candidates in both battleground states; most voters in Florida over 50 years old
The 2012 Election
Ohio exit poll: In tight race, indies back Romney
President leads by ten points among women in early exit poll, while Romney leads by six among men in battleground state
Romney dominates among whites in Virginia
Race for key battleground state is close; Romney leads by 29 points among whites, Obama dominates among blacks
Early exit poll: 60% say economy top issue
Romney has been seen as better to handle economy; Four in ten say Obama's response to hurricane affected their vote
Romney family awaits election returns
After voting this morning in Mass., Mitt departs for final rallies while Ann stays in the Bay State with most of the family
What to watch for as House, Senate results come in
A look at the top House and Senate races to watch as polls close across the country
Voting in Sandy-affected communities
The storm, which devastated East Coast communities with power outages, flooding, presents challenges for Election Day voters
At campaign's end, Obama congratulates Romney
As voters make their decision, the president congratulated his challenger on a hard-fought race
Americans head to the polls to vote
As Americans go to vote, President Barack Obama and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney are in a virtual tie in the national polls
High stakes for Calif. Prop 30 decision
Ballot question would raise taxes to prevent ed cuts; Gov. reacts to critics who say he has workaround if measure doesn't pass
The other races to watch: Governors, pot and more
Key ballot initiatives on issues like same-sex marriage and marijuana could influence national policy, while the GOP should gain more power in gubernatorial races
Clinton hits Romney for "not true" Jeep ad
Bill Clinton blasts Mitt Romney for an ad that he said misleadingly implies Chrysler was shifting Jeep production to China
Close race expected in Colorado
The latest poll shows Obama with a two-point advantage in Colorado, but within the margin of error
Obama congratulates Romney on campaign
President Obama took a moment to congratulate Mitt Romney on his campaign
Ohio secretary of state optimistic election will be timely
Over 750,000 Ohio voters have cast early ballots and state officials are optimistic that the election will be decided out of the courtroom, by later Tuesday or early Wednesday. CBS News' Dean Reynolds reports.
Madden: PA is a "tremendous opportunity" for Romney
Romney campaign senior adviser Kevin Madden talks Romney's last minute campaign stop in Pennsylvania
Obama's grandmother "confident" he will win
Sarah Obama, President Barack Obama's grandmother, wished her grandson victory in the presidential election
Axelrod: "The data is very encouraging"
David Axelrod, senior adviser to President Obama's re-election campaign, talks about Obama's chances of winning
Dickerson on Election Day: "Turnout is crucial"
CBS News political director John Dickerson talks to Charlie Rose and Norah O'Donnell about Election Day 2012
Obama in Chicago after final rallies
After his final rally in Des Moines, Iowa, President Obama spent the night in his hometown of Chicago
Romney in final two-state push
Gov. Mitt Romney will be making two last minute stops before officially ending his campaign for the presidency
Will superstorm Sandy impact the election?
Frank Luntz speaks about how superstorm Sandy will impact the election
Election Day: What Obama, Romney need to do
Newt Gingrich and Dee Dee Myers speak about the state of the race on Election Day
Chinese watch U.S. election with interest
Find out what some people in China say about the candidates and their stance on China
Four years later, Virginia still a toss-up state
Four years ago, the Obama campaign surprised many people by winning Virginia
Politics
What's in the continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown?
The 1,500 page measure would do much more than prevent a government shutdown.
China continuing nuclear buildup, strengthening ties to Russia, Pentagon says
A new Pentagon report says China is continuing to expand its nuclear force and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year.
House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee has quietly voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, two sources said.
Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.
Trump taps Herschel Walker for ambassador to the Bahamas
Herschel Walker, the former football star who unsuccessfully ran for Senate in Georgia in 2022, will be nominated to serve as ambassador to the Bahamas.
Trump lawyers allege juror misconduct in New York criminal case
Heavy redactions obscured almost all information about the accusations themselves.
How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
New federal rule bans "junk fees" on hotels and live event tickets
"People deserve to know upfront what they're being asked to pay," FTC Chair Lina Khan said in announcing crackdown on certain consumer fees.
AOC loses bid to become top Democrat on Oversight Committee
Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia won election to serve as the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, defeating Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Congressional leaders unveil bill to avoid government shutdown
Leaders in Congress unveiled a measure to keep the government funded, facing a Friday night deadline to avert a government shutdown.
Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Argentinian President Javier Milei plans to attend Trump inauguration
Milei is the first world leader expected to be in Washington, D.C. for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, though arrangements are underway for others to join.
Electoral College meets today to cast ballots in 2024 election
Electors are voting in each state to formalize President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.
New York judge rejects Trump presidential immunity claim in "hush money" case
Trump's lawyers said his conviction in state court should not stand because he was elected president after his conviction.
TikTok CEO meets with Trump ahead of January ban
Trump had warm words about TikTok and its near-term future earlier Monday, as the app faces a U.S. ban that's set to go into effect next month unless its Chinese-owned parent company cuts ties with it.
Trump sues Des Moines Register over poll, promises more media lawsuits
President-elect Donald Trump's lawsuit against the Des Moines Register comes on the heels of ABC's agreement to pay $15 million to settle a defamation lawsuit he filed earlier this year.
TikTok asks Supreme Court to block ban as deadline nears
TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have asked the Supreme Court to temporarily pause a law that would ban the app in the U.S.
Trump claims government knows where drones originated
President-elect Donald Trump claimed the federal government wants to "keep people in suspense" on the mystery drones.
Trump says federal workers who don't want to return to the office will be fired
President-elect Donald Trump said federal workers who don't want to work in the office will be fired, despite a union deal to allow federal workers to continue to telework into 2029.
Trump announces Japanese firm SoftBank plans to invest $100 billion in U.S.
President-elect Donald Trump pledged expedited approvals for any company that invests at least $1 billion in the U.S. SoftBank's investment will focus on AI and emerging technology.
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What's in the continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown?
The 1,500 page measure would do much more than prevent a government shutdown.
House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee has quietly voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, two sources said.
Police issue warning after monkeys spotted roaming Florida city
Police have warned residents to avoid monkeys seen recently in Orange City, Florida.
Complete mastodon jaw discovered in New York homeowner's backyard
A complete and well-preserved jaw that once belonged to an ancient mastodon has been unearthed from the yard of a home in New York's Hudson Valley.
Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.
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Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.
Coal use hitting record in 2024, which is likely hottest year yet, report says
World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.
Social Security Fairness Act could restore benefits, but policies still cause hardship
"In essence, this money has been stolen from all of us for all these years," said an 84-year-old woman whose late husband's Social Security benefits were slashed. "It's not fair."
What to know about Frontier Airlines' $299 "GoWild!" annual pass
Here's what to know about Frontier's "GoWild!" unlimited flight deal, an "all you can fly" offer that costs $299.
Japan's Honda and Nissan to begin merger talks, report says
The automakers are reportedly considering a merger to compete against large EV makers.
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What's in the continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown?
The 1,500 page measure would do much more than prevent a government shutdown.
China continuing nuclear buildup, strengthening ties to Russia, Pentagon says
A new Pentagon report says China is continuing to expand its nuclear force and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year.
House Ethics Committee quietly voted to release Matt Gaetz ethics report
The House Ethics Committee has quietly voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, two sources said.
Sen. Warren pushes bill to make it easier to declare bankruptcy
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Americans seeking debt relief face an overly complicated, costly bankruptcy system.
Trump taps Herschel Walker for ambassador to the Bahamas
Herschel Walker, the former football star who unsuccessfully ran for Senate in Georgia in 2022, will be nominated to serve as ambassador to the Bahamas.
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Congo says mysterious disease killing dozens of kids finally identified
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Alabama woman doing well after gene-edited pig kidney transplant
Towana Looney, a 53-year-old Alabama woman, is now free from years of dialysis after receiving an experimental pig kidney transplant last month.
A look at sugar and its impact on kids
Author Emily Oster talks about new research linking early sugar exposure to chronic diseases.
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China continuing nuclear buildup, strengthening ties to Russia, Pentagon says
A new Pentagon report says China is continuing to expand its nuclear force and has strengthened its ties with Russia over the past year.
Ancient inscription may rewrite Christianity's history, researchers say
The "Frankfurt Silver Inscription" shows the earliest evidence of Christianity north of the Alps.
U.K. court clears seizure of millions in unpaid taxes from Andrew Tate
A British court has cleared police to seize $3.3 million from misogynist social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother to cover unpaid taxes.
Explosion kills 2 soldiers in suspected booby trap by drug cartel
Before the blast, the soldiers had discovered the dismembered bodies of three people, officials said.
U.S. asked to extradite accused mastermind of journalist's murder
Damaso Lopez Serrano — who is known as "Mini Lic" — is accused of ordering the 2017 killing of award-winning journalist Javier Valdez.
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Ben Schwartz, James Marsden on new "Sonic"
Ben Schwartz and James Marsden join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their roles in the highly anticipated sequel "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," distributed by Paramount Pictures.
Kennedy Center honors Grateful Dead
Dave Matthews, Leon Bridges and Derek Trucks led a star-studded tribute to the Grateful Dead at this year's Kennedy Center Honors. Anthony Mason spoke with the band's three surviving core members about their journey to becoming one of the most influential bands in American history.
Megan Thee Stallion asks for restraining order against Tory Lanez
Tory Lanaz, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, is harassing her from prison through surrogates, the petition alleges.
How Nikki Glaser is preparing for Golden Globes hosting gig
Comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her honest style, is gearing up to host the 82nd Annual Golden Globes.
Nikki Glaser on being Golden Globes host
The New York Times called comedian Nikki Glaser "comedian of the year" for her knockout HBO special, "Someday You'll Die." It received Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe nominations. And now, Glaser is taking on a new project — hosting the Golden Globes. She joins "CBS Mornings."
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What's next for AI in 2025?
After a landmark year for AI advancements like chatbots and image generation, questions loom about the future. Generative AI expert Sam Gregory shares what's ahead.
Lithium battery fires on U.S. flights rise
FAA data shows lithium battery fires are up 388% on U.S. flights since 2015, happening nearly twice per week on average. The lithium batteries inside your tablet, laptop and phones can be flammable when they're damaged or they overheat. Passengers should never put a lithium battery in a checked bag, but it's also advised to keep an eye on your devices during your flight.
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.
Free ChatGPT search engine tool from OpenAI
OpenAI is rolling out its ChatGPT search engine for free to everyone with an OpenAI account after first making the service available for paying subscribers back in October. Will Knight, senior writer with Wired, joined CBS News to discuss the tool.
2024 space exploration and advancements
2024 has been a big year for space exploration, with the shift towards privately financed missions fueling major innovations. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood discusses the latest on the Boeing Starliner astronauts who have been stuck at the International Space Station for months, the Odysseus moon lander, Space X and NASA.
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Coal use hitting record in 2024, which is likely hottest year yet, report says
World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.
How climate change impacted 2024
From record-breaking temperatures to devastating disasters, 2024 brought the world closer to the reality of what climate change looks and feels like. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Bronze-Age Britons were cannibalized after massacre, research shows
Researchers determined that dozens of men, women and children were violently killed and cannibalized in Bronze Age-era England.
ClimateWatch: Looking back on 2024’s extreme weather
In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks back at the devastating hurricanes, landslides, flooding and more that impacted the U.S. this year.
Sustainable gift-giving: How to reduce waste
According to the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. creates nearly 6 billion tons more waste in December than in other months. The nonprofit says about 25% of returned products end up in landfills. Sandra Goldmark, a circular economy expert and associate dean at the Columbia University Climate School, joins CBS News to share examples of sustainable, environmentally friendly gifts for everyone on your list.
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U.K. court clears seizure of millions in unpaid taxes from Andrew Tate
A British court has cleared police to seize $3.3 million from misogynist social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother to cover unpaid taxes.
Explosion kills 2 soldiers in suspected booby trap by drug cartel
Before the blast, the soldiers had discovered the dismembered bodies of three people, officials said.
DA accused of firing at fugitive, hitting home with family inside
Chris Stanford is facing a reckless endangerment charge after shooting at a fugitive several times and hitting a home that had a family inside.
U.S. asked to extradite accused mastermind of journalist's murder
Damaso Lopez Serrano — who is known as "Mini Lic" — is accused of ordering the 2017 killing of award-winning journalist Javier Valdez.
Indiana conducts first execution in 15 years, puts quadruple killer to death
An Indiana man, Joseph Corcoran, convicted of killing four people including his brother and his sister's fiancé decades ago was put to death, without any independent witness, marking the state's first execution in 15 years.
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Starliner astronauts' return delayed again
Two astronauts who have been stuck aboard the International Space Station for months will have to wait even longer to come home. Their planned returned was delayed once again on Tuesday, pushing their earliest return trip back to late March. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Boeing Starliner crew's return to Earth delayed yet again
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been stuck in space for months longer than expected, and will not return to Earth until at least March 2025 at the earliest, NASA indicated.
When you can see the Cold Moon, 2024's final full moon
December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.
Here's when, where the Geminid meteor shower will be visible during peak
One of the best meteor showers of the year is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can catch the Geminids.
Learning from the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars
Engineers now say they understand the most likely cause of the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars earlier this year.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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House committee votes to release Gaetz report
The House Ethics Committee has quietly voted to release its report on allegations of sexual misconduct by former Rep. Matt Gaetz. CBS News political reporter Taurean Small has more.
Undersea internet cables face new threats
With undersea cables linking the world's continents, recent incidents involving foreign vessels raise questions about their security. Chris Krebs, former Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency director, weighs in on the growing threats.
What's next for AI in 2025?
After a landmark year for AI advancements like chatbots and image generation, questions loom about the future. Generative AI expert Sam Gregory shares what's ahead.
See Ty's latest creation: Beanie Bouncers
Toymaker Ty is continuing its mission to support small businesses by selling its latest creation, Beanie Bouncers, only at independently-owned small gift and specialty shops across the U.S. and U.K. The small plush toys, which can be bounced up to 50 feet, could make a perfect stocking stuffer this holiday season. (Disclaimer: This segment was sponsored by Ty)
Extra measures in stopgap spending bill
Lawmakers have unveiled a spending package that will avert a government shutdown, but extra provisions in the bill, including money for disaster aid and economic assistance to farmers, are leading to opposition from right-wing Republicans. CBS News political reporter Taurean Small has more.