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Taking a kinder, gentler tone against the rudeness of politics Civility has been absent from much of this presidential campaign. And at times, it can seem like the rudeness of our politics has infected our personal interactions as well. Nov 3
Erin Moriarty on what we owe to wrongfully convicted After spending years behind bars for crimes they didn't commit, some men and women who have been wrongfully convicted have received their freedom. But as Erin Moriarty points out, for many, justice falls short. Oct 21
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"N/A" playwright Mario Correa on the power of removing labels from politics An Off-Broadway play, "N/A," features characters based on former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who remain nameless. The play's author hopes that one day names and labels will no longer magnify loyalties and divide audiences. Aug 25
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"Siri, what the heck?" David Sedaris on talking to one's devices Commanding your device to do things you could just as well do yourself is a mark of technological progress that humorist David Sedaris finds peculiar, when your voice-activated app is not up to the job. Aug 25
Jim Gaffigan's green thumb fails The comedian has had a long interest in growing his own corn, and he's not letting a little thing like lack of knowledge about gardening (or the ready availability of canned corn) get in his way. Aug 11
The GOP's one-man show, starring Donald Trump John Dickerson on how the Republican National Convention provided little drama this year, as party faithful paid homage to their nominee Donald Trump (whose acceptance speech praised, of all things, a fictional cannibal). Jul 21
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Luke Burbank on taking "spring ahead" to the next level It's that time of year, when Daylight Saving Time costs us an hour of sleep, but gifts us another hour of light at the end of the day. Correspondent Luke Burbank is ready for more. Mar 10
Peggy Noonan reflects on a "troubled, frayed" America The Wall Street Journal columnist talks about her new book, "A Certain Idea of America," and why she believes Ronald Reagan would not recognize the Republican Party of Donald Trump. Nov 17
Cher opens up about life with Sonny With the release of part one of her new memoir, Cher talks about her relationship - on stage and off - with Sonny Bono, and why their TV partnership survived beyond their marriage. Nov 17
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"Gladiator II" star Paul Mescal on his relationship with fame He's earned critical acclaim and award nominations for performances in "Aftersun" and "Normal People." Now, Irish actor Paul Mescal, who's become a Gen Z heartthrob, is front-and-center of Ridley Scott's epic "Gladiator II." Nov 17
Bill Clinton on moving forward, urging citizens to "stand up for what we think is right" The former president proudly wears the title of "citizen," which is also the title of his new book, "Citizen: My Life After the White House." He talks about making a difference outside of elected office, and the prospects of a second Trump administration. Nov 17
A yearslong journey documenting the bedrooms of school shooting victims Steve Hartman recounts his experience visiting the bedrooms of kids killed in school shootings across the country. Nov 17
How do you make a portrait of a child who isn't there? The photographer who worked with Steve Hartman describes in poignant detail the emotional challenges of working with the families of school shooting victims. Nov 17
"Everything as it was": Explore the bedrooms of kids killed in school shootings The families of eight school shooting victims opened their doors to Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp, allowing them to document their children's bedrooms. Nov 17
Book excerpt: "A Certain Idea of America" by Peggy Noonan In her new collection of Wall Street Journal columns, Pulitzer Prize-winner Peggy Noonan writes about the history and character of our nation, threats to the social fabric, and the "better angels" of our democracy. Nov 17
Book excerpt: "Citizen: My Life After the White House" by Bill Clinton The former president writes about his life after leaving office, when he was determined to "live in the present and for the future." Nov 17
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Commentaries
At stake on Election Day: The reality of the presidency
CBS News' John Dickerson on the knowns and unknowns that either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will face in leading our country into an uncertain future.
Taking a kinder, gentler tone against the rudeness of politics
Civility has been absent from much of this presidential campaign. And at times, it can seem like the rudeness of our politics has infected our personal interactions as well.
Erin Moriarty on what we owe to wrongfully convicted
After spending years behind bars for crimes they didn't commit, some men and women who have been wrongfully convicted have received their freedom. But as Erin Moriarty points out, for many, justice falls short.
President Joe Biden on Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday
On the occasion of Jimmy Carter turning 100, President Biden honors the former president and humanitarian for his decades of public service, as well as his hopeful vision of our country and tireless commitment to a better world.
Jim Gaffigan works out his Labor Day weekend complaints
On a holiday weekend, most of us enjoy an extra day to relax. Comedian Jim Gaffigan is not most people.
"N/A" playwright Mario Correa on the power of removing labels from politics
An Off-Broadway play, "N/A," features characters based on former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who remain nameless. The play's author hopes that one day names and labels will no longer magnify loyalties and divide audiences.
Saving Walden Pond: How a treasured landmark is under threat
A storied part of our national heritage, Walden Pond and Walden Woods in Massachusetts – where Henry David Thoreau wrote his 1854 classic "Walden" – has been named one of "America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places" due to nearby development.
"Siri, what the heck?" David Sedaris on talking to one's devices
Commanding your device to do things you could just as well do yourself is a mark of technological progress that humorist David Sedaris finds peculiar, when your voice-activated app is not up to the job.
Jim Gaffigan's green thumb fails
The comedian has had a long interest in growing his own corn, and he's not letting a little thing like lack of knowledge about gardening (or the ready availability of canned corn) get in his way.
The GOP's one-man show, starring Donald Trump
John Dickerson on how the Republican National Convention provided little drama this year, as party faithful paid homage to their nominee Donald Trump (whose acceptance speech praised, of all things, a fictional cannibal).
Chip Reid on addressing the long-term mental health of U.S. service members
The former CBS News journalist and author of "Battle Scars" talks about the ever-present stresses that American military personnel face serving overseas, and how PTSD need not be permanent.
The Biden-Trump debate was held. Now what?
One candidate stumbled, the other repeatedly lied. John Dickerson considers the next steps in an election in which President Biden has declared democracy itself is on the ballot.
The Biden-Trump debate: An interview for the nation's top job
John Dickerson looks at the historical precedents of presidential debates, and explains why a Biden-Trump debate is like no other.
Jim Gaffigan on being a bourbon aficionado
The comedian, a longtime beer guy, is new to the enjoyment of liquor, and finds it helps him forget his five kids.
Luke Burbank on taking "spring ahead" to the next level
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"Gladiator II" star Paul Mescal on his relationship with fame
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Bill Clinton on moving forward, urging citizens to "stand up for what we think is right"
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"Everything as it was": Explore the bedrooms of kids killed in school shootings
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Book excerpt: "A Certain Idea of America" by Peggy Noonan
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Book excerpt: "Citizen: My Life After the White House" by Bill Clinton
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U.S.
More U.S.Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
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Sheetz is cutting gas prices by 40 cents a gallon before Thanksgiving
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HealthWatch
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South Florida native Harun Abdul-Malik Yener was charged with attempted use of an explosive to damage or destroy a building used in interstate commerce.
"Rust" movie premieres in Poland
The "Rust" film premiere in Poland occurred three years after the fatal on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Alec Baldwin was not present. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Laken Riley's killer Jose Ibarra sentenced
The Georgia judge who convicted Jose Ibarra for charges related to the death of nursing student Laken Riley sentenced the undocumented immigrant to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports and Jessica Levinson breaks down the verdict.
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Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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.
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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.
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
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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Johnson implements transgender restroom ban
House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday took aim at incoming Democratic Rep. Sarah McBride, the first ever transgender member elected to Congress, with his decision to bar transgender people from using bathrooms in the Capitol Complex that do not align with their sex assigned at birth. Scott MacFarlane has more.
How mass deportations could affect food
President-elect Donald Trump confirmed that he plans to address illegal immigration in the U.S. through a mass deportation program. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady discusses how such a plan could affect the food industry.
Who is Linda McMahon?
President-elect Donald Trump announced he plans to nominate former wrestling executive Linda McMahon as education secretary. Washington Post political investigative reporter Beth Reinhard joins "The Daily Report" to discuss her qualifications and plans.
Can Democrats fill 44 judicial vacancies?
President-elect Donald Trump is urging Republicans to slow down President Biden's judicial nominations before January. There are currently 44 vacancies, and 14 of Mr. Biden's nominations await Senate approval. Wall Street Journal Supreme Court correspondent Jess Bravin joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Restoring forests decimated by wildfires
Large wildfires fueled by climate change have destroyed tens of millions of acres of forests in the Pacific Northwest in recent years. Jonathan Vigliotti explores a major effort underway to restore those forests.