GOP controls congress
CBS News' Juliana Goldman and pollster Frank Luntz discuss Donald Trump's presidential victory and the impact of the GOP maintaining control of both houses of Congress.
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Election market impact?
Hilary Cramer from GameChanger Stocks discusses how Donald Trump's presidential election victory will impact the global stock markets.
Obama on Trump's victory
President Obama delivered remarks from the Rose Garden on President-elect Donald Trump's victory. He pointed out the differences he's had with his successor, but says he will work towards a smooth transition with the Trump administration. See his full remarks here.
U.S.-Russia relations
Russian President Vladimir Putin says he is ready to work with the United States when Donald Trump becomes commander-in-chief. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports from Moscow.
Trump's Shocking win
CBS News' John Dickerson and Anthony Mason break down the numbers that got Donald Trump to the White House.
Clinton concession speech
Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton spoke to supporters Wednesday telling them that they, like her, will have successes and setbacks in their life.
Kaine intros Clinton
Hillary Clinton's running mate, Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine, expressed a range of emotions as he addressed supporters and introduced Clinton for her concession speech in a packed auditorium in New York City. Here is his full speech.
Trump's challenges
The Trump campaign overcame controversial comments about Mexicans, late-night Twitter rants, and a video filled with "locker room talk" to triumph on Election Day. The businessman reached 289 electoral votes after winning swing states like Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Contributors Lynda Tran, Hogan Gidley, and Kevin Sheridan join CBSN hosts Josh Elliott and Alex Wagner to discuss the president-elect's challenges.
Trump stock market effect
Global markets began to slide at an alarming rate once it became clear Donald Trump could pull off his upset of Hillary Clinton. CBSN's political panel shared their thoughts on what the markets might do in the aftermath of Trump winning the election.
Clinton concession
Hillary Clinton's campaign chair told supporters at her campaign headquarters the race was too close to call, but not long after, Donald Trump said Clinton called her to concede. Why the mixed messages? CBSN's political panel discusses.
Trump wins White House
Donald Trump has been elected the 45th president of the United States and Republicans have retained control of the House and Senate. CBSN's political round table weighs in on why Trump won and what this means for the country.
Trump administration changes
Donald Trump is now president-elect of the United States of America. Here are five major things that could change when he takes office in January 2017.
Trump post-election speech
Donald Trump addressed supporters early Wednesday morning for the first time as president-elect after Hillary Clinton called him to concede the election. Trump congratulated Clinton on a hard-fought campaign and said she was owed a debt for her service to the country. See Trump's full remarks.
Trump elected 45th president
After a historic and controversial presidential campaign, CBS News projects that Donald Trump has won the 2016 election and has been elected the 45th president of the United States. The CBS News team has more on Trump's victory.
Donald Trump's historic win
CBS News just projected that Donald Trump will became the United States' 45th president elect, and that's historic for a number of reasons
Pence addresses supporters
Mike Pence addressed supporters at Donald Trump's campaign headquarters early Wednesday morning after Hillary Clinton called Trump to concede the election. See his full remarks.
Clinton campaign chairman
Shortly after 2 a.m. ET, Hillary Clinton's campaign chairman John Podesta told her supporters to go home for the night. Podesta said the race was too close to call and the campaign would wait until every vote was counted.
Trump takes Fla.
Donald Trump secured a major victory in the key state of Florida taking a commanding lead in electoral votes. Will this be the determining factor of who will become president? CBS News team weights in.
History of same state nominees
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump call the same state home. And that's only happened three other times in U.S. election history.
Battleground states
With votes still coming in, CBS news takes a look at key battleground states where it is still a toss-up in many of them.
9pm polls
A "river of red" runs through the Midwest states, as Donald Trump is projected to win North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. Florida, a key battleground state, is still too close to call.
8pm polls
Polls are closed in half the country, including three more battleground states: Florida, Pennsylvania and New Hampshire. As of 8pm, it's still a tossup between Trump and Clinton in those battleground states. Clinton is projected to get MD, MA, DE and DC, while Trump is projected to get SC, TN, and OK.
Home state losers
Both Donald J. Trump and Hillary Clinton call New York home, which means one of them will lose their home state when polls close. Only three candidates in history have done that, then gone on to win the presidency.
Clinton's press secretary
Clinton press secretary Brian Fallon said despite Donald Trump's early lead in election results, the Clinton campaign has high hopes for the evening from major support from young voters, blacks, and college students.
Trump campaign manager
Florida is a key state to win the presidential election, and Donald Trump's campaign manager Kellyanne Conway says they are going to be patient as people still wait in line to vote. Conway joins "CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley and "CBS This Morning" co-host Norah O'Donnell to also talk about the latest controversy with the campaign's Nevada voting lawsuit.
Congress certifies Trump's 2024 victory, 4 years after Capitol attack
Congress formally cemented President-elect Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election after counting the votes of the Electoral College.
Trump's attorneys ask Garland to stop release of special counsel report
Special counsel Jack Smith has been working on a final report to be completed before Trump's inauguration, sources familiar with the matter confirmed to CBS News.
Earthquake in Tibet in western China kills dozens, state media say
A strong earthquake killed at least 53 people in Tibet and left many others trapped as dozens of aftershocks shook the region of western China and across the border in Nepal.
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Pentagon agrees to historic legal settlement with LGBTQ+ veterans
If approved by a federal judge, the agreement means the military would help thousands of veterans seek honorable discharges.
Justin Trudeau to resign as Canada's prime minister and Liberal Party leader
Justin Trudeau's leadership has faced significant challenges in the wake of the COVID crisis, leading to a loss of confidence among Canadians from various backgrounds.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
Biden visits New Orleans amid mourning over New Year's truck attack
The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism.
Texas warning of "maneater" screwworms that lay eggs in flesh
Just one fly can lay up to 300 eggs at a time and is drawn "to the odor of a wound or natural opening on a live, warm-blooded animal."
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Trump's attorneys ask Garland to stop the release of special counsel report
Special counsel Jack Smith has been working on a final report to be completed before Trump's inauguration, sources familiar with the matter confirmed to CBS News.
3-year-old dies, raising death toll in Honolulu fireworks explosion to 4
A 3-year-old boy has died of injuries in the massive explosion of fireworks at a home in Honolulu on New Year's Eve.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settle divorce, ask judge to approve
Court documents show Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settled their divorce back in September and are now asking for a judge to approve the breakup.
McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
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McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
Giant bluefin tuna the size of a motorcycle sells for $1.3 million
It is the second highest price paid at the opening auction of the year in Tokyo's main fish market since comparable data started being collected in 1999.
Winter storm brings power outages, leaving consumers in the dark
Hundreds of thousands of households across southern and eastern U.S. states were without power Monday.
Insurers limit coverage of prosthetic limbs, questioning medical need
Only 30% of beneficiaries who lost a limb in 2016 received a prosthesis within three years, a report found.
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Trump's attorneys ask Garland to stop the release of special counsel report
Special counsel Jack Smith has been working on a final report to be completed before Trump's inauguration, sources familiar with the matter confirmed to CBS News.
Miami Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio asks for Jan. 6 Trump pardon
Enrique Tarrio is asking President-elect Donald Trump for a pardon.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
Trump will appear by video at New York "hush money" sentencing, prosecutors say
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced for his conviction in the New York "hush money case" on Friday.
Rudy Giuliani found in contempt of court
A judge has found Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to properly respond to requests for information in response to a $148 million defamation judgment granted to two Georgia election workers.
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First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana
For the first time, bird flu has claimed a human life in the U.S. Louisiana's health department says the patient was over the age of 65 and reportedly had underlying health problems.
What to know about the HMPV virus reported in China
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
How to read new food label standards
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Michael Moss explains the FDA's new rules for "healthy" food labels, limits on added sugars, and the push for alcohol warning labels.
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Earthquake in Tibet in western China kills dozens, state media say
A strong earthquake killed at least 53 people in Tibet and left many others trapped as dozens of aftershocks shook the region of western China and across the border in Nepal.
What to know about the HMPV virus reported in China
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
Woman arrested after poisoned Christmas cake kills 3 family members
Three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23, officials said.
Giant bluefin tuna the size of a motorcycle sells for $1.3 million
It is the second highest price paid at the opening auction of the year in Tokyo's main fish market since comparable data started being collected in 1999.
Venezuelan opposition leader who says he defeated Maduro meets with Biden
The United States and many European countries have rejected Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's claim of winning the election.
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settle divorce, ask judge to approve
Court documents show Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settled their divorce back in September and are now asking for a judge to approve the breakup.
Arthur Brooks on why small New Year's resolutions are better
Harvard professor Arthur Brooks says making smaller New Year's resolutions can actually help them stick and lead to greater happiness.
Big winners from the Golden Globes
Demi Moore accepted her first-ever Golden Globe award for her role in the horror movie "The Substance." Other big winners include the musical "Emilia Perez" and the drama "The Brutalist," which won best film. Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner has more.
Highlights from the 82nd Golden Globes
Nikki Glaser made her hosting debut at the 82nd Golden Globes, where "Emilia Perez" and "Shogun" each won four awards. Entertainment Tonight's Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner share the night's biggest moments.
Netflix's "The Home Edit" stars on new book
The stars of Netflix's "The Home Edit" are teaching kids to organize with their new book, "The Rainbow Cleanup." Joanna Teplin and Clea Shearer share their tips for creating tidy spaces.
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What to know about car rental app Turo
The car rental app Turo is working to understand how two of its vehicles were used in the deadly New Orleans attack and Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas. The Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel and the electric truck used in the New Orleans attack were both rented via Turo. New York Times technology reporter Eli Tan joins CBS News 24/7 to explain how the app and its background check process work.
Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
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.
The legal grounds for a TikTok ban delay
President-elect Donald Trump requested that the Supreme Court suspend the TikTok ban until after he takes office while he works on a political resolution. University of Minnesota Law School associate professor Alan Rozenshtein breaks down the legal basis for the request.
Apple agrees to pay $95 million to settle Siri eavesdropping claims
Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record user conversations through iPhones and other devices, court finds.
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Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
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Biden visits New Orleans after truck attack
President Biden visited New Orleans on Monday and met with the families of the victims of the deadly New Year's Day truck attack. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca is on Bourbon Street with the latest on the investigation.
FBI releases New Orleans attacker video
The FBI has released new video in the probe of the New Orleans Bourbon Street attack that occurred on New Year's Day. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Heavy security in D.C. on Jan. 6
Security is tight in Washington, D.C., four years after the Capitol attack during the 2020 election certification process. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports on the measures taken to keep the nation's capital safe.
Some Jan. 6 rioters had prior records
At least 159 of the Jan. 6, 2021, convicts who have been sentenced have prior criminal records, according to a CBS News investigation. Steve Reilly breaks down the data.
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
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NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
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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 Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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.
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Biden honors New Orleans attack victims
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden attended an interfaith service in New Orleans on Monday in honor of the victims of last week's deadly truck attack on Bourbon Street. Mr. Biden pledged to make every resource available to complete the investigation quickly.
Top political risks that could arise in 2025
2025 is set to be another dynamic year on the world stage between the inauguration of Donald Trump, uncertainty in the Middle East, Ukraine and the South China Sea, and major political changes coming to South Korea and Canada. Ian Bremmer, founder and president of the Eurasia Group, joins CBS News to unpack the top political risks of the year.
Blinken: Israel-Hamas talks in homestretch
Israel has vowed to catch the perpetrators after gunmen killed three people and wounded seven others in an attack on a bus carrying Israelis in the West Bank. It comes as outgoing U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says he maintains hope that a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas could be reached in the near future. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
New York City congestion fees: What to know
Monday marked the first weekday that thousands of drivers in New York paid congestion price fees when entering parts of Manhattan. Passenger vehicles will now pay as much as $9 to drive past 60th Street during peak hours. CBS News New York reporter Elijah Westbrook has more on the city's congestion prices.
Harry Dunn on Jan. 6 four years later
On Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol Hill police officers were on the front lines as supporters of then-President Donald Trump breached the Capitol building. One of those officers was Harry Dunn, who joins CBS News to reflect on that fateful day and share his thoughts on Trump's promise to pardon rioters when he takes office.