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Vice President Kamala Harris released her first major economic policy proposal since entering the presidential race. The plan, aimed at middle-class voters, includes money for new homebuyers, expansion of the Child Tax Credit and government action on grocery prices. Nancy Cordes reports from Raleigh, North Carolina.
Vice President Kamala Harris laid out an economic agenda she seeks to implement in the first 100 days if elected president. Her proposal includes an expansion of the Child Tax Credit, helping first-time home buyers with their down payments and banning price gouging for groceries. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
In North Carolina, Harris took note of falling inflation but added, "Still, we know that many Americans don't yet feel that progress in their daily lives."
Vice President Kamala Harris will lay out the details of her economic plan and proposed policies if she is elected president in November. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes previews the campaign event in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Starting Aug. 17, new regulations will change how real estate commissions are handled, potentially lowering costs for homebuyers and sellers. Under the new rules, buyers and sellers will have the opportunity to negotiate commissions directly with their agents, a shift that could impact everyone involved in the real estate market.
Democratic nominee Kamala Harris delivers an economic speech in North Carolina, following her first joint appearance with President Biden since she replaced him on the ticket. Meanwhile, Republican nominee Donald Trump attacks Harris and the Biden administration's economic policies.
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced several proposals for her first 100 days in office aimed at lowering costs for American families, should she win the election. Her economic agenda includes a tax incentive to build a starter home, up to $25,000 in down-payment assistance to first-time homebuyers, expanding the Child Tax Credit, and a tax cut for lower-income individuals and couples. CBS News campaign reporter Hunter Woodall has more.
Americans are hitting the brakes on their travel spending, according to new reporting from the Wall Street Journal, with executives from companies like Expedia and Hilton expecting Americans to take fewer trips in the coming months, pointing to signs of "softness" in spending. Paula Twidale, senior VP of travel for AAA, joined CBS News to discuss the trend.
At an event Thursday announcing a deal to lower the cost of popular Medicare drugs, President Biden attacked former President Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress who didn't support the bill that made cutting prices possible. Later in the day, Trump hit back, calling out the current administration for what he considers a lack of action on the economy. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak joins with analysis.
Former President Donald Trump held a news conference at his golf club in New Jersey on Thursday, his second in a week. Trump said Vice President Kamala Harris' economic policies are causing a catastrophe. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Willie James Inman have more.
Former President Donald Trump took questions from reporters at his golf resort in Bedminster, New Jersey, on Thursday. He criticized Vice President Kamala Harris' economic policies, and said if she's elected, "the worst is yet to come." Political strategists Joel Payne and Matt Gorman join "America Decides" with analysis.
Walmart released its second-quarter earnings report Thursday morning showing an increase in U.S. sales of 4.2% and a total revenue of $169 billion, beating expectations. Kristin Myers, editor-in-chief for ETF.com, joined CBS News to talk about the report and the economy as a whole.
Economy 4.0, often referred to as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, signifies a profound transformation in the global economic landscape, driven by the extensive integration of digital technologies and automation across various industries. Key innovations defining Economy 4.0 include Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data, Machine Learning (ML), Sustainability and Green Technologies, and collaborative efforts between governments, industry professionals, and academics. Economy 4.0 aims to showcase society's transition towards an interconnected and technologically advanced economy, highlighting how the integration of technology into daily life empowers individuals and society as a whole.
U.S. inflation has dropped to its lowest level in three years. Prices rose 2.9% in July from a year earlier, down from 3% in June, marking the smallest 12-month increase since March 2021, when prices accelerated in the wake of the pandemic. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent explains.
Former President Donald Trump hit the campaign trail in the battleground state of North Carolina, where he gave remarks about his economic agenda. His opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, is also planning to speak in North Carolina later this week. She is expected to touch on her plan for the economy and highlight some of the successes of the Biden-Harris administration on the heels of a positive inflation report. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has details.
With polls tightening, former President Donald Trump used a campaign appearance in Asheville, North Carolina, Wednesday to try and capitalize on one of his perceived strengths, the economy, while attempting to tie his new opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, to current economic conditions. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports from Asheville.
The Labor Department reported Wednesday that consumer prices rose just 2.9% in July, the first time the year-over-year inflation rate has dropped below 3% since March of 2021. However, despite the good economic data, for many Americans monthly expenses such as rent, auto insurance and electricity remain stubbornly high. Jo Ling Kent reports.
President Biden touted a win on the U.S. economy Wednesday as new data shows a slight cooling in the July inflation numbers. Kristin Myers, the editor-in-chief of ETF.com, joins CBS News with more.
Wednesday's release of the latest Consumer Price Index marks the first time inflation has been below 3% since 2021. CBS News contributor Javier E. David has more on the report and what it could mean for interest rates.
Perry, Iowa, grapples with the closure of a Tyson pork processing plant as many laid-off workers scramble for new employment.
What happens when the factory in a factory town shuts down? Dave Malkoff goes to Perry, Iowa, to speak to workers grappling with the closure of the local Tyson plant.
Are we in the Harris campaign's honeymoon phase, or could the Democratic ticket's surge be here to stay? Jasmine Wright, politics reporter for NOTUS, and Deepa Shivaram, White House correspondent for NPR, join "America Decides" to weigh in on the new campaign energy.
The state of the economy continues to be a top voting issue in 2024. Here's how Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump differ on economic policy proposals as they campaign for the White House. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
U.S. mortgage rates are now at their lowest point in 15 months and experts say they could continue to drop with the Federal Reserve expected to slash the federal funds rate next month. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more.
Mortgage rates are finally starting to come down, which is giving some homeowners a bit of relief. But many looking to buy could still face unaffordable prices and a tight market. Elise Preston has more.
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
A ban on transgender students from kindergarten through college using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities has become law in Ohio.
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
The vast majority of the critically endangered Florida panthers have died after being struck by vehicles, including five in the past month.
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
The vast majority of the critically endangered Florida panthers have died after being struck by vehicles, including five in the past month.
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
Experts share tips on how families preparing for Thanksgiving can take steps to cut down on the amount of food wasted during the holiday season.
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.
23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki talks to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about the company's recent struggles, welcoming employee feedback and her vision for the future of the genetic-testing and ancestry-tracing company.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.
A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
Irish band The Script continues to inspire with hits like "Hall of Fame," while moving forward after the loss of guitarist Mark Sheehan. Danny O'Donoghue talks to Natalie Morales about the band's journey, and how boxing helps him cope.
Actor Danielle Pinnock joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her role in the hit CBS comedy "Ghosts," where she plays a spirited 1920s jazz singer with plenty of sass.
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
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.
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.
An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
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.
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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.
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.
The 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons are coming to life. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports on the preparations.
There are several things to consider before buying a home with someone else. NerdWallet's Holden Lewis joins CBS News with some tips to keep in mind when making a purchase.
Officials are investigating threats made against several of President-elect Donald Trump's appointees. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has the latest news on those impacted.
Some Lebanese residents are returning to their homes despite warnings to wait until the ceasefire deal's terms take effect in the coming days. CBS News' Debora Patta has the latest and Robert Berger breaks down the tense wait to see if fighting resumes.
The FBI is investigating several threats apparently made against some of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more on the type of threats being reported.