CBS News Battleground Tracker
CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto debuts the CBS News midterm election Battleground Tracker and explains where things stand in the race for the control of Congress.
2018 Midterm Elections
Open: This is "Face the Nation," June 3, 2018
This week on "Face the Nation," moderator Margaret Brennan interviews Ohio Gov. John Kasich and Rep. Will Hurd of Texas. Plus, we'll kick off our 2018 CBS News midterm election Battleground Tracker, which explains where things stand in the race to control Congress this fall.
Local Matters: Iowa abortion law, primaries
An Iowa judge has temporarily blocked the state's restrictive abortion law amid challenges from Planned Parenthood and the ACLU. The decision comes just days before the state's primaries, where a crowded field of candidates is looking to take on Republican Governor Kim Murphy. James Lynch, a political writer for The Gazette, joins CBSN to discuss the biggest issues in Iowa.
Missouri could decide Senate control
St. Louis Public Radio political reporter Jason Rosenbaum joins CBSN to discuss the resignation of Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens may affect the 2018 midterm elections, where the state's Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill is facing off against Republican Josh Hawley.
Resumed talks build optimism for N.K. summit
President Trump tweeted over the weekend that his planned meeting with Kim Jong Un "will happen" after he formally canceled the summit last week. He also made headlines over the holiday weekend for his tweets on immigration and a deal his administration made to keep Chinese telecom giant ZTE in business. Kevin Cirilli, chief Washington correspondent for Bloomberg, joins CBSN to break down the latest news in politics.
"Absolutely" a blue Muslim wave coming, says Michigan congressional candidate
If she wins in November, Rashida Tlaib could become one of the first Muslim American women in Congress
Primary results live: Stacey Abrams wins Democratic primary in Georgia
Stacey Abrams is the first black woman to be a major party's nominee for governor
Local Matters: Kentucky primary
Retired Marine fighter pilot Amy McGrath won Tuesday's Democratic primary for Congress in Kentucky's sixth district by defeating Lexington mayor Jim Gray. Gray was seen as the Democratic establishment's preferred candidate. McGrath will face incumbent Republican Rep. Andy Barr in November's general election. Daniel Desrochers, political reporter for the Lexington Herald-Leader, joins CBSN to discuss the race.
Trump speaks at anti-abortion event
President Trump spoke at the Susan B. Anthony List's 11th Annual Campaign for Life Gala to tout the importance of the midterm elections. But at one point Tuesday night, he went off-script, saying "I don't know who the hell wrote that line" about your vote counting as much in 2018 as it did in 2016.
Trump emphasizes importance of 2018 victories to abortion-opposing group
The president's address to the Susan B. Anthony List comes after his administration announced it will pull some federal funding from groups that refer women to groups performing abortions
Congress briefed on midterm election security
DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen joined FBI Director Christopher Wray and Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats in the closed-door meeting on Capitol Hill. CBS News congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on what the administration is doing to better protect the U.S. election process.
Commentary: Can the GOP keep the House in November?
With the president's numbers on the upswing and Democrats moving left, Republicans' chances are looking better
2018 Local Matters: Pennsylvania
Voters in Pennsylvania will head to the polls Tuesday to select their candidates in a number of races ahead of the November midterm elections. Democrats will be focused on several close congressional races in the state as they attempt to regain a majority in the House of Representatives. Republicans voters will also choose their nominees for governor and U.S. Senate. John Micek, political columnist and opinion editor for PennLive.com, joins CBSN to discuss all the key races.
Local Matters: North Dakota elections
North Dakota Sen. Heidi Heitkamp will be defending her seat during the upcoming midterms. She's largely thought to be one of the most vulnerable Democrats this election cycle. North Dakota political reporter Dale Wetzel joined CBSN to discuss the biggest issues among voters in his state.
Local Matters: Pennsylvania primary issues
Jon Delano, money and politics editor at KDKA in Pittsburgh, joined CBSN to discuss some of the key races in Pennsylvania's upcoming primaries and how the recent redistricting could shift the balance of power in the House.
Democrats in tough reelection battles distance themselves from Washington
Democratic senators in GOP-leaning states are working to convince voters they're free of Washington's stigma
Trump blasts Joe Donnelly
During a wide-ranging speech in Elkhart, Indiana, President Trump blasted Democratic Sen. Joe Donnelly, who is running for re-election against Republican MIke Braun. Braun attended Thursday's rally.
Indiana GOP Senate race
CBS News has called the Indiana GOP Senate race for businessman Mike Braun. Andy Downs, director of Mike Downs Center for Indiana Politics, joins CBSN to discuss his win, how Braun ran his campaign and what Indiana voters were found important in the primary.
Can Blankenship go onto the general?
The West Virginia GOP primary is Tuesday night and it's proving to be a close race. Of course, the most talked about candidate is Don Blankenship, the former Massey Energy CEO. Blankenship was convicted in 2016 of conspiring to violate federal mine safety standards. National Republicans see West Virginia as the biggest electoral prize in this upcoming midterms due to vulnerable Democratic incumbent Joe Manchin. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Neo-Nazi Senate candidate kicked out of state GOP convention
Patrick Little is running against Democrat Sen. Dianne Feinstein, and his campaign website advocates for "limiting representation of Jews in the government"
ACLU national director calls NRA tactics "model worthy of emulation"
Faiz Shakir says civil rights and liberties group wants to create large voting bloc of members similar to the National Rifle Association
This week on "The Takeout"
On this week's episode of "The Takeout" podcast, CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett sits down with White House legislative affairs director Marc Short to discuss the latest news out of Washington. Major Garrett joins CBSN to discuss his conversation with Short.
Local Matters: Florida primaries
Florida's primaries are still months away, but Gov. Rick Scott is already mounting a strong campaign against incumbent Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson. Marc Caputo, author of Politico's Florida Playbook, joins CBSN to discuss the state of politics in Florida.
Ariz. teacher walkout and politics
A historic teacher strike ended in Arizona on Thursday, but could it be the beginning of political changes in the state? Jim Nintzel, Tucson Weekly executive editor, joined CBSN to discuss the political landscape in Arizona.
Local Matters: W.Virginia governor's race
Three Republican frontrunners for their party's nomination to run for governor of West Virginia participated in a heated debate Tuesday. Patrick Morrisey, Evan Jenkins and Don Blankenship are locked in a tight race to face off against Democrat Joe Manchin. Brad McElhinny, statewide correspondent for West Virginia Metronews, joins "Red & Blue" to provide an inside look at the race.
What voters are focused on in a battleground-state swing county
Residents of Door County, Wisconsin, have a decades-long streak of presidential elections in which they have voted for the winning candidate.
Sheriff's office faced accusations years before Sonya Massey's killing
Documents obtained by CBS News challenge the claim that a deputy's shooting of Sonya Massey was an isolated incident by one "rogue individual," as the then-sheriff said at the time.
Remains of crew in crashed U.S. Navy jet found, Navy says
The jet – an EA-18G Growler aircraft – was carrying two crew members when it went down during a routine training flight.
U.S. investigating leak of classified documents on Israel's attack plans
The documents, which are marked top secret, were posted to the Telegram messaging app.
Trump works drive-thru at McDonalds in battleground state blitz
Former President Donald Trump is hosting a town hall in Lancaster Sunday night, and Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Chester County on Monday.
Fethullah Gülen, U.S.-based cleric accused of leading coup try in Turkey, has died
Fethullah Gülen, a reclusive U.S.-based Islamic cleric who inspired a global social movement while facing accusations he masterminded a failed 2016 coup in his native Turkey, has died.
Helicopter crashes into radio tower in Houston, killing 4 on board, authorities say
A helicopter crashed into a radio tower near downtown Houston Sunday night, killing four people on board, including a child, fire officials said.
Dodgers beat Mets, setting up L.A.-New York World Series
The Dodgers are headed to the World Series after defeating the Mets10-5 in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series Sunday night.
John Kinsel Sr., one of the last Navajo Code Talkers, dies at 107
One of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers who transmitted messages during World War II using the tribe's native language has died.
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Sheriff's office faced accusations years before Sonya Massey's killing
Documents obtained by CBS News challenge the claim that a deputy's shooting of Sonya Massey was an isolated incident by one "rogue individual," as the then-sheriff said at the time.
Fethullah Gülen, U.S.-based cleric accused of leading coup try in Turkey, has died
Fethullah Gülen, a reclusive U.S.-based Islamic cleric who inspired a global social movement while facing accusations he masterminded a failed 2016 coup in his native Turkey, has died.
Helicopter crashes into radio tower in Houston, killing 4 on board
A helicopter crashed into a radio tower near downtown Houston Sunday night, killing four people on board, including a child, fire officials said.
John Kinsel Sr., one of the last Navajo Code Talkers, dies at 107
One of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers who transmitted messages during World War II using the tribe's native language has died.
Trump makes vulgar comments about Arnold Palmer at Pennsylvania rally
Former President Donald Trump said of golfer Arnold Palmer, "this is a guy that was all man."
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Insurance should cover OTC birth control methods fully, White House says
People with private health insurance would be able to get OTC birth control methods like condoms, the "morning after" pill and birth control pills for free under a rule the White House is proposing.
Boeing workers to vote next week on a new proposal that could end strike
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers said early Saturday that it plans to hold a ratification vote on Wednesday that could end the Boeing strike.
Mail carriers reach tentative contract with USPS
Letter deliverers have been working without a contract since May 2023.
Frozen waffles sold at Walmart and other stores recalled over listeria
The frozen waffles, made by Treehouse Foods, were sold under store brands including Walmart's Great Value and Target's Good and Gather.
What to know about filing an insurance claim after a hurricane
Navigating the insurance process after a natural disaster damages your home can be daunting. Here are some key tips.
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Insurance should cover OTC birth control methods fully, White House says
People with private health insurance would be able to get OTC birth control methods like condoms, the "morning after" pill and birth control pills for free under a rule the White House is proposing.
Trump makes vulgar comments about Arnold Palmer at Pennsylvania rally
Former President Donald Trump said of golfer Arnold Palmer, "this is a guy that was all man."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 20, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Raphael Warnock and Paul Whelan join Margaret Brennan.
U.S. investigating leak of classified documents on Israel's attack plans
The documents, which are marked top secret, were posted to the Telegram messaging app.
Michigan Secretary of State: Bad actors trying to "hack voters' minds"
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson warned Sunday of efforts by bad actors to "hack voters' minds" to spread misinformation ahead of Election Day.
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A dog tore off her upper lip. Five surgeries later, she's a voice for others.
Brooklinn Khoury was 20 years old when a family member's pet launched at her face and bit off her upper lip.
Harris asks if Trump is "fit to do the job," highlighting health questions
"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.
Unusual surge of "walking pneumonia" reported in kids this year
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
U.S. boosts passenger screening as Marburg and mpox viruses spread
Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.
Postpartum mental health care still out of reach for many
Among new mothers in the U.S., 1 in 8 suffer from postpartum depression, according to the CDC.
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Lost story by "Dracula" author discovered after over 130 years
"Gibbet Hill" tells of a sailor murdered by three criminals whose bodies were strung up on a hanging gallows on a hill as a ghostly warning to passing travelers.
Record haul of drugs seized from "narco sub" and other boats in Pacific
The seizure "represents the largest amount of drugs seized in a maritime operation, unprecedented in history," the Mexican navy said
Fethullah Gülen, U.S.-based cleric accused of leading coup try in Turkey, has died
Fethullah Gülen, a reclusive U.S.-based Islamic cleric who inspired a global social movement while facing accusations he masterminded a failed 2016 coup in his native Turkey, has died.
Thousands of migrants leave southern Mexico for the U.S.
A group of about 2,000 migrants left Mexico's southern border Sunday in hopes of ultimately reaching the United States.
Tasmanian tiger de-extinction research advances
Colossal Biosciences says it's made a breakthrough toward the de-extinction of the thylacine, or Tasmanian tiger.
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"Rhapsody in Blue" turns 100
This year, musicians all over the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl, are celebrating the 100th birthday of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue." Correspondent David Pogue looks into the history of Gershwin's first major work, a piece that melded jazz, classical and orchestral music, and became a fixture of American culture.
Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"
Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House" – the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his talented and hilarious relatives.
Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"
Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House." It's the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his talented siblings Keenan, Shawn, Marlon and Kim, son Michael, and nephews Damien and Craig. Damon talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his journey from working in the Paramount Studio mailroom, to creating edgy characters in movies and TV.
Keri Russell pulls back the curtain on "The Diplomat"
Keri Russell, who played a Russian spy in "The Americans," is now on the frontlines of geopolitics in "The Diplomat," playing the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom. Join "Sunday Morning" on the set of the hit Netflix series.
Alec Baldwin returns to "Saturday Night Live" for cold open skit
The cold open skit marked Baldwin's return to the comedy sketch show after the "Rust" involuntary manslaughter case was dismissed in July 2024.
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Drone sightings spark security concerns
Gordon Lubold from The Wall Street Journal joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the rise in drone activity over restricted U.S. military airspaces.
Social media's impact in the 2024 election
Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals more than 20% of voters frequently use social platforms to stay informed.
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.
Changes for iPad minis and Amazon Kindles
Just ahead of the holiday shopping rush, Apple is giving iPad minis their first update in years while Amazon is offering a new line of Kindle e-readers. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joined CBS News to discuss the devices.
2 Sudanese brothers charged with running cyberattack-for-hire gang
Two Sudanese brothers are charged with running "Anonymous Sudan," one of the most prolific cyberattack-for-hire gangs of all time.
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Tasmanian tiger de-extinction research advances
Colossal Biosciences says it's made a breakthrough toward the de-extinction of the thylacine, or Tasmanian tiger.
NOAA predicting warmer than average winter
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration published its winter outlook for this coming December, January and February. Experts anticipate warmer-than-average temperatures for much of the country. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey joins to discuss.
Helene, Milton losses expected to surpass "truly historic" $50 billion each
Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused so much complex havoc that damages totals are likely join the infamous ranks of Katrina, Sandy and Harvey as super costly $50-billion-plus killers, experts say.
Supreme Court allows EPA emission limits
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court said it will allow the Environmental Protection Agency to enforce new greenhouse gas emissions limits for power plants. Michael Gerrard, a professor at Columbia Climate School, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Mysterious white blobs washing up on Canadian beaches stump experts
White blobs of "a mystery substance" dotting beaches across Canada's far northeast Newfoundland and Labrador province spark an investigation.
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Record haul of drugs seized from "narco sub" and other boats in Pacific
The seizure "represents the largest amount of drugs seized in a maritime operation, unprecedented in history," the Mexican navy said
Sheriff's office faced accusations years before Sonya Massey's killing
Documents obtained by CBS News challenge the claim that a deputy's shooting of Sonya Massey was an isolated incident by one "rogue individual," as the then-sheriff said at the time.
Unconventional relationship holds answers to violent Florida murder
Investigators were puzzled when the beaten body of an unidentified woman was found dumped near a Florida highway. The next day, a bloody motel room was discovered. Were the crime scenes connected?
Husband of woman murdered with an ax convicted 40 years after her death
In 1982, Cathy Krauseneck, a young mother, was killed in her bed – an ax lodged in her head. Investigators believe the crime scene was staged to look like a burglary to cover up the real crime – the intentional murder of Cathy by her husband.
Delphi murder trial continues with testimony of search for missing girls
Richard Allen stands accused of killing the girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, in 2017.
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NASA's hopes for Europa Clipper mission
NASA's solar-powered Europa Clipper took off Monday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The spacecraft is projected to reach Jupiter by April 2030 and will study one of the planet's moons. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what scientists are hoping to accomplish with the mission.
NASA launches Europa Clipper
NASA successfully launched the Europa Clipper spacecraft Monday toward Jupiter where it will monitor a moon for potential habitable qualities. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the spacecraft expected to near Jupiter's moon Europa around April 2030.
SpaceX launching probe toward Jupiter
A multi-billion dollar space mission launching Monday may reveal more about an icy moon circling planet Jupiter. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
SpaceX launches, recovers powerful rocket
SpaceX launched its most powerful rocket ever built and then flew its first stage booster back to the launch pad where giant metal arms called "chopsticks" grabbed it, just seven minutes after lifting off in Boca Chica, Texas. The uncrewed test flight is a new milestone in SpaceX's vision of developing a fully reusable rocket to return astronauts to the moon and beyond.
NASA launches probe to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.
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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.
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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Donald Sutherland
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
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10/20: The Takeout: Anthony Salvanto
CBS News Executive Director of Elections & Surveys Anthony Salvanto explains the research behind CBS News polls and how polling seeks to better understand what motivates voters to cast specific ballots unique to each individual.
Leaked docs show Israel plan for Iran strike
U.S. officials say an investigation is underway after what appear to be top secret documents detailing Israel's plans for a military strike on Iran in response to a missile attack earlier this month were leaked online. Natalie Brand has more.
7 killed in Georgia dock collapse
Seven people were killed when a gangway attached to a dock collapsed on Sappelo Island, about 60 miles south of Savannah, Georgia. The collapse happened during a festival celebrating the island's Gullah Geechee community. Cristian Benavides reports.
Last Kmart store closes down
Shoppers bid farewell to the final Kmart store in Bridgehampton, New York, while snagging great deals before the store shut its doors for good. Shanelle Kaul has the story.
Young people help fill election worker shortage
Many districts across the U.S. are facing a shortage of election workers, who typically skew older. One county in New Jersey is turning to high school students to help fill the gaps. Nick Coloway reports.