Klobuchar says she feels "positive" about prospect of COVID relief bill
CBS News' Major Garrett spoke with Senator Amy Klobuchar and Representative Tom Emmer for this week's episode of "The Takeout" podcast.
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Minnesota frees man convicted of killing child with stray bullet
Myon Burrell now has a 20 year sentence, the remainder of which he will serve on supervised release.
Republicans refuse to acknowledge preparations for Biden's inauguration
GOP members of the joint Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies refused to affirm they are preparing for Biden's inauguration.
Senator Amy Klobuchar on presidential race
Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar weighs in on the state of the presidential race, discussing the president's legal challenges. She also reacts to results from some of the Senate races around the country.
Barrett pressed on issues facing court
Judge Amy Coney Barrett was pressed on how she would rule on a variety of issues she is likely to face if confirmed to the Supreme Court during the second dayt of her confirmation hearing. CBSN legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe and Wall Street Journal Capitol Hill reporter Siobhan Hughes join CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Sen. Klobuchar on SCOTUS confirmation fight
Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar, a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's legacy and the upcoming battle to replace the late justice.
Dems pick policy proposals over Trump bashing
Democratic presidential candidates focused on health care, immigration and the economy on night one of the first primary debate in Miami. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined "CBSN AM" to break down the key moments and the biggest issues.
Sanders survives pummeling from rivals
Six candidates on stage came out swinging against the seventh: front-runner Bernie Sanders, who spent a lot of time defending his policies and ideology. CBS News' Danya Bacchus joins CBSN from Charleston with the highlights.
Bloomberg makes debate debut in Las Vegas
Michael Bloomberg will face off against five other Democratic presidential candidates on the debate stage in Las Vegas tonight for the first time. As CBS News' Laura Podesta reports, the other candidates in the field are taking aim at the billionaire's entry into the race.
Can Amy Klobuchar break into the top tier?
As Democratic candidates prepare to take the debate stage in Iowa, there is a great deal at stake for Senator Amy Klobuchar. CBS News campaign 2020 reporter Bo Erickson has been following Klobuchar on the campaign trail and joins "Red and Blue" to discuss what he's heard from Iowa voters.
Nevada hopes for smoother run after Iowa
The next Democratic caucus will be held February 22 in Nevada. Steve Sebelius, politics and government editor for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with how the Silver State is hoping to have a better result than Iowa
Why independent voters matter in New Hampshire primary
The first-in-the-nation New Hampshire primary will be held Tuesday night. Boston Globe's political reporter James Pindell joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the importance independent voters could have on the race.
Democrats visit Florida migrant detention center
Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Amy Klobuchar visited a for-profit detention center for unaccompanied migrant children in Homestead, Florida, on Wednesday, as candidates gather in Florida for the first primary debates. CBS News correspondents Manuel Bojorquez and Ed O'Keefe have more from Florida.
2020 Democrats question Barr's credibility
President Trump called Attorney General William Barr's summary "really, really solid," but a number of 2020 presidential hopefuls called into question Barr's summary of the special counsel report, his relationship with the White House, and his credibility. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post national political reporter Dave Weigel join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the reaction from the 2020 field.
2020 Dems on Green New Deal
The Green New Deal is becoming a major part of the Democratic race for president. Aracely Jimenez-Audis, the spokesperson for the youth activist group the Sunrise Movement, joins CBSN to discuss how 2020 Democrats are weighing in on the issue.
Mayor Pete Buttigieg addresses protesters
2020 presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg is addressing protesters who have interrupted his campaign in recent days. CBSN political reporter, Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest campaign 2020 headlines.
2020 candidates' fundraising numbers
CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to break down the presidential campaign fundraising totals from Sens. Cory Booker and Amy Klobuchar.
Democrats & big tech
As 2020 Democratic hopefuls test out their campaign messages, the issue of taking on tech companies is making its way to to the top of their policy proposals. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and CNET senior producer Dan Patterson, join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss their new piece for CBSNews.com profiling the proposals from Democrats.
Democrats who pose threats to Trump in 2020
Vice President Mike Pence tells "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor he hasn't seen a Democratic candidate that poses a threat to President Trump in 2020. McClatchy White House correspondent Anita Kumar and Washington Post reporter Eugene Scott say there are a few contenders people in the White House are watching.
2 Senate seats up for grabs in Minnesota
Reporter and anchor Esme Murphy from CBS Minneapolis joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison's run for state Attorney General, and whether Republican Karin Housley has a chance of beating incumbent Democratic Sen. Tina Smith in November.
Klobuchar on withdrawing from the VP race
On Thursday, Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar withdrew herself from the running to become presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden's vice presidential pick. Klobuchar spoke with Ed O'Keefe about the reasoning behind her decision.
Amy Klobuchar withdraws from vice presidential consideration
The Minnesota senator said she urged Joe Biden to pick a woman of color for the role.
Biden raises $81 million in May
Joe Biden raised nearly $81 million in May, marking a new single-month record for his 2020 presidential campaign. This comes as he's continuing his search for a running mate. Sean Sullivan, a CBSN political contributor and Washington Post national politics reporter, joined CBSN with the latest on the race to the White House.
Senators hold hearing on police reform
The Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on police reform Tuesday, the same day President Trump signed an executive order on police accountability. Michael Lawlor, an associate professor of criminal justice at the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences at the University of New Haven, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss.
Klobuchar shares addiction prevention plan
On the Road to 2020, we’re talking to current and prospective presidential candidates about issues affecting the country. Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota announced her candidacy in February. She serves on the Senate Judiciary Committee and took part in questioning of Attorney General William Barr earlier this week. Klobuchar joins “CBS This Morning” to share her new plan for addiction prevention and treatment – a cause that is deeply personal to her.
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Reporters from CBS News carefully arranged a risky trip into the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what they saw.
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
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Iran reimposes Strait of Hormuz restrictions, citing U.S. blockade
Iran swiftly reversed course on reopening the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. said the move would not end its blockade.
How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
U.K. police probe arson attack on building formerly housing Jewish charity
There were no injuries reported in connection with the attack, police said Saturday.
Midwest, Great Lakes brace for more severe storms
Severe thunderstorms are forecast across the Southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes on Saturday.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Trump says Iranians have "agreed to everything," including removal of enriched uranium
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
Thomas, Alito not planning to retire from Supreme Court this year, sources say
Sources close to Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas tell CBS News neither is planning to retire this year.
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Record U.S. drought sparks fears about wildfires, water and food prices
Meteorologists said the drought is a bad sign for the upcoming wildfire season, food prices and existing water issues.
U.K. man pleads guilty to hacking scheme that stole $8 million
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
Midwest, Great Lakes brace for more severe storms
Severe thunderstorms are forecast across the Southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes on Saturday.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
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Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
Airlines cut routes in response to rising jet fuel costs amid Iran war
Rising jet fuel prices are forcing airlines to cut routes and trim schedules.
Oil prices plummet after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is "completely open"
Prices dropped after Iran's foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open" for the remainder of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
Here's who is spending money on AI subscriptions, and how much they cost
Households are starting to make room in their budgets for spending on generative AI subscriptions, new data shows.
Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
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Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
U.S. delegation visited Cuba last week as Trump heaped pressure on island
A delegation of senior State Department representatives traveled to Cuba via a U.S. government plane last week, officials said, a diplomatic opening amid intense pressure from the Trump administration.
How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
President Trump has lobbed insults at Pope Leo XIV in response to his criticisms of the war in Iran, marking an unusually pronounced rupture between the leaders of the world's most powerful country and the world's largest Christian denomination.
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Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral.
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.
Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
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6 killed after gunman opens fire in Kyiv, Ukrainian officials say
The head of Ukraine's Interior Ministry said the gunman took hostages and spoke to negotiators for 40 minutes before he was shot dead.
Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
Mexico City and Guadalajara are preparing to host World Cup games in June, with protesters denouncing the government's failure to properly investigate the disappearances.
Former chef facing 14 murder charges to plead guilty to aiding suicide
Abetting suicide carries a maximum sentence of 14 years, according to the Canadian Criminal Code.
U.K. police probe arson attack on building formerly housing Jewish charity
There were no injuries reported in connection with the attack, police said Saturday.
U.S. delegation visited Cuba last week as Trump heaped pressure on island
A delegation of senior State Department representatives traveled to Cuba via a U.S. government plane last week, officials said, a diplomatic opening amid intense pressure from the Trump administration.
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Breaking down the unlikely rise of the PWHL
New York Sirens captain Micah Zandee-Hart and Professional Women's Hockey League executive vice president of hockey operations Jayna Hefford sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss the league's recent increase in popularity.
"Schmigadoon!" prepares for Broadway debut
Cinco Paul, the screenwriter behind hit movies like the "Despicable Me" series and "Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!", sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest project: adapting the hit Apple TV+ series "Schmigadoon!" for Broadway.
The Lone Bellow performs "You Were Leaving"
The Lone Bellow began playing more than 10 years ago and gained a following for their folksy, Brooklyn sound. Now, out with their latest album, "What a Time to Be Alive," here's The Lone Bellow performing "You Were Leaving."
The Lone Bellow performs "No Getting Over You"
The Lone Bellow began playing more than 10 years ago and gained a following for their folksy, Brooklyn sound. Now, out with their latest album, "What a Time to Be Alive," here's The Lone Bellow performing "No Getting Over You."
The Lone Bellow performs "I Did It For Love"
The Lone Bellow began playing more than 10 years ago and gained a following for their folksy, Brooklyn sound. Now, out with their latest album, "What a Time to Be Alive," here's The Lone Bellow performing "I Did It For Love."
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Experts have warning for AI-generated podcasts
Millions of Americans get health information from podcasts. Now, some medical experts are warning about the harmful impacts of misinformation on these programs. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
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.
AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
Key takeaways on Anthropic's new AI model
More concerns are emerging about Anthropic's new Mythos AI model. Matt Shumer, a former AI company founder and CEO, joins CBS News with more details.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
Mexico City and Guadalajara are preparing to host World Cup games in June, with protesters denouncing the government's failure to properly investigate the disappearances.
Former chef facing 14 murder charges to plead guilty to aiding suicide
Abetting suicide carries a maximum sentence of 14 years, according to the Canadian Criminal Code.
U.K. man pleads guilty to hacking scheme that stole $8 million
Tyler Robert Buchanan, 24, of Scotland, pleaded guilty in California federal court.
What we know about d4vd's arrest
David Burke, a singer who performs under the name d4vd, is behind bars on suspicion of murder. He was arrested after the body of a 14-year-old girl was found in the trunk of his Tesla in September 2025. Matt Gutman reports.
500 pounds of liquid meth found after Fort Worth crash; 2 dead
Two people were found dead when a minivan carrying nearly 500 pounds of liquid meth worth up to $3 million crashed in a Fort Worth neighborhood.
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Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
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The Dish: Tokyo Record Bar
Tokyo Record Bar is nestled in New York City's Greenwich Village near iconic jazz bars like The Blue Note—and for good reason. At the tiny eatery, diners enjoy a prix-fixe menu and get to choose their own music.
Breaking down the unlikely rise of the PWHL
New York Sirens captain Micah Zandee-Hart and Professional Women's Hockey League executive vice president of hockey operations Jayna Hefford sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss the league's recent increase in popularity.
Watch: Trump signs latest executive order
President Trump signed an executive order Saturday that eases restrictions on the research of the psychedelics including the drug ibogaine, which is used in some countries to treat post-traumatic stress disorder.
"Schmigadoon!" prepares for Broadway debut
Cinco Paul, the screenwriter behind hit movies like the "Despicable Me" series and "Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who!", sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest project: adapting the hit Apple TV+ series "Schmigadoon!" for Broadway.
Apollo 16 astronaut reflects on NASA's impact
Charles Duke, a former NASA astronaut and Air Force officer who became the youngest person to walk on the moon during the 1972 Apollo 16 mission, sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to reflect on U.S. space exploration amid the recent Artemis II moon mission.