Elon Musk doesn't show at Philadelphia court hearing over $1M voter lottery
Billionaire Elon Musk's attorneys want a federal court to address a complaint from Philadelphia's District Attorney over Musk's super PAC's giveaway.
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Musk ordered to attend court hearing over $1 million voter giveaway
Elon Musk has been ordered to attend a court hearing in Philadelphia Thursday after he was sued by District Attorney Larry Krasner.
What it was like inside Trump's MSG rally
Former President Donald Trump held a controversial rally at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Sunday night. The event was marked by racist and crude remarks. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa, who attended the rally, has more on reaction and what Trump's top surrogates are saying.
Philadelphia DA sues Musk PAC to stop $1 million lottery for voters
Suit by DA Larry Krasner comes days after the Justice Department warned that the sweepstakes might violate federal election law.
Trump rally at MSG features offensive, crude commentary
Thousands descended on Madison Square Garden on Sunday for former President Donald Trump's campaign rally.
Musk says people accusing Trump of endangering democracy are the real danger
At a town hall in Pennsylvania, tech mogul Elon Musk played down the Jan. 6, 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Space station crew gets medical evaluation after record 235-day mission
The Crew Dragon splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico a month later than planned, setting a SpaceX endurance record in the process.
Musk spreads false theories about voter fraud
At a rally last weekend, tech billionaire Elon Musk promoted debunked conspiracy theories about voting machines and encouraged voters to share any potential signs of fraud on social media. CBS News election law contributor David Becker joins to discuss the new efforts to sow doubt on the integrity of the 2024 election.
DOJ warns Elon Musk's PAC over voter checks
The DOJ sent a letter to Elon Musk's America PAC, warning that the $1 million checks he's giving to registered voters may violate federal law. According to the PAC's website, Musk is randomly selecting registered voters in seven major battleground states who sign a petition supporting the first and second amendments.
U.S.: Walz target of Russian disinformation
U.S. intelligence officials say recent false claims regarding Minnesota governor and Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz are part of Russian disinformation campaigns. CBS News Confirmed executive editor Rhona Tarrant has the details.
State of 2024 race 13 days before Election Day
While casting his ballot in his home state Wednesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz argued that former President Donald Trump will be all about retribution if he makes it back into the White House. Kadia Goba, political reporter for Semafor, and Sophia Cai, national politics reporter at Axios, join "America Decides" with analysis.
Four space station crew members head for Friday return to Earth
Spending a month longer than planned aboard the ISS, three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut are finally headed home.
Legal concerns over Elon Musk PAC giveaway
A campaign tactic by Donald Trump ally Elon Musk is raising new legal concerns. The billionaire is offering a big cash prize to battleground state voters who sign a petition for his Trump super PAC. It's led to claims that he's paying people to vote, which Musk denies.
How Trump ally Elon Musk is using social media to prime voter mistrust
CBS News analysis finds tech billionaire and Trump supporter Elon Musk has amassed billions of views in posts on X about election fraud conspiracies.
Elon Musk's PAC giveaway raises legal concerns
Elon Musk is giving away big bucks to random voters who sign a petition from his political action committee. But there's a catch — and it's raising concerns about possible campaign finance violations. Jo Ling Kent has more on the controversial contest.
Is Musk's $1 million election giveaway legal?
Elon Musk announced Saturday he is giving away $1 million daily through Nov. 5 to swing state voters who sign a petition for his pro-Trump political action committee. Musk has already committed at least $70 million to reelect the former president. Theodore Schleifer, campaign finance reporter for The New York Times, joins "America Decides" to examine the legality of the giveaways.
Elon Musk, the world's richest man, is making an all-out push to reelect Trump
Elon Musk has donated more than $70 million to the pro-Trump political action committee he created in order to help reelect Trump in the 2024 presidential election.
Elon Musk's $1 million-a-day election giveaway sparks legal doubts
Elon Musk's pledge to give away $1 million a day to voters for signing his PAC's petition is prompting questions about its legality.
Tesla's "Full Self-Driving" system faces probe after pedestrian death
Tesla's "Full Self-Driving" technology under investigation by road safety watchdog after reports of crashes in low-visibility conditions.
Officials probing fiery Tesla crash that killed 4 people in France
Police in western France say they're looking into what caused a Tesla that came off a road to catch on fire in a crash that killed the driver and all 3 passengers.
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.
In an unprecedented feat, SpaceX uses robot arms to capture descending rocket
The successful capture of the returning Super Heavy rocket with giant mechanical arms is a key element in SpaceX's goal of "rapid reusability"
Musk, Tesla unveil long-awaited "Cybercab" robotaxi
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
Brazil's Supreme Court lifts ban on social media site X
In late August, Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered that X be suspended in Brazil after owner Elon Musk refused to name a legal representative in Brazil.
How Trump is marking 1 year since Oct. 7
Former President Donald Trump is marking one year since Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israel with events in New York and Florida. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has the details.
Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles
Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.
Actor Jussie Smollett's conviction overturned by Illinois Supreme Court
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him.
Police report details woman's allegations against Pete Hegseth
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly-released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
U.N. court ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a Hamas leader
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
House Ethics Committee will keep Matt Gaetz report under wraps
Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
Dad of 14-year-old accused in Georgia school shooting pleads not guilty
Colin Gray and his son, Colt Gray, were both indicted in the Sept. 4 shooting that killed two students and two teachers and injured others.
Which Thanksgiving foods can go through airport security?
As record travelers prepare to fly for Thanksgiving, here's what to know about transporting food through TSA checkpoints.
College basketball player collapses and dies after workout
Kaiden Francis was a freshman basketball player from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and had recently passed multiple health screenings.
Chris Stapleton wins 4 CMAs but Morgan Wallen named entertainer of the year
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
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Dad of 14-year-old accused in Georgia school shooting pleads not guilty
Colin Gray and his son, Colt Gray, were both indicted in the Sept. 4 shooting that killed two students and two teachers and injured others.
Which Thanksgiving foods can go through airport security?
As record travelers prepare to fly for Thanksgiving, here's what to know about transporting food through TSA checkpoints.
McDonald's to serve up a McValue offering in 2025. Here's what it includes.
McDonald's wants to make dining at its restaurants affordable for customers again with new value offerings.
Woman in coma after trying to save star golfer's son from drowning
Former British Open champion Brian Harman said a close family friend remains in a coma after trying to save his 6-year-old son.
College basketball player collapses and dies after workout
Kaiden Francis was a freshman basketball player from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and had recently passed multiple health screenings.
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McDonald's to serve up a McValue offering in 2025. Here's what it includes.
McDonald's wants to make dining at its restaurants affordable for customers again with new value offerings.
Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
Sheetz is cutting gas prices by 40 cents a gallon before Thanksgiving
As millions of Americans get ready to hit the road ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Sheetz is offering a deal on fuel.
Reddit is down for many users, reports say. Here's what to know.
Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.
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Alabama set to carry out nation's third nitrogen gas execution
An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker is slated Thursday to become the third person executed in the U.S., and Alabama, by nitrogen gas.
Police report details woman's allegations against Pete Hegseth
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
Analysis: Election conspiracies persist, even with different outcomes
Conspiracies persist, although it is effectively impossible to steal a major election in the United States.
How could the U.S. military be used for Trump's mass deportation plan?
Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.
House Ethics Committee will keep Matt Gaetz report under wraps
Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
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New cases of bird flu in U.S.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on bird flu as new cases raise alarms among health officials. There have been 53 confirmed human cases across seven states this year. Health officials in California are reporting a possible case in a child who had no known contact with an infected animal.
Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
McDonald's pulls espresso drinks from some U.S. menus
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Florida Gov. DeSantis' Canadian drug import plan goes nowhere after FDA approval
Florida sued the FDA over what it said was a "reckless delay" in approving its drug importation plan. Now, nearly a year after the FDA gave the state the green light, the program has yet to begin.
As "walking pneumonia" spreads, ER visits surge for sick babies
CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.
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Ancient amulet showing biblical king spearing devil is unearthed
The amulet was found during an ongoing excavation project in Hadrianopolis, an ancient city near Karabük, Turkey.
U.N. court ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a Hamas leader
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles
Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.
American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos
The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.
U.S. indicts Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in $265 million bribery scheme
Gautam Adani, one of the world's richest people, is accused of concealing that a solar energy project was being facilitated by an alleged $265 million bribery scheme.
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Shelby Lynne on how personal struggles and friendships impacted her music
Singer-songwriter Shelby Lynne opens up about her new album and how her friendships helped save her when she thought her recording career could be over.
Malcolm Washington on "The Piano Lesson"
Making his feature directorial debut, Malcolm Washington brings August Wilson's Pulitzer-winning play to the screen with help from his father, Denzel Washington and sister, Katia.
Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator"
Ahead of the sequel's release, Connie Nielsen joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about stepping back into the world of Ridley Scott's epic saga and her character's emotional journey.
Shelby Lynne on her journey and new album
After overcoming years of personal struggles, Grammy winner Shelby Lynne is back with her first album in years. She tells Anthony Mason why her return to recording came as a surprise, even to her.
Chris Stapleton wins 4 CMAs; Morgan Wallen named entertainer of the year
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
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Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
Reddit is down for many users, reports say. Here's what to know.
Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.
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.
Deepfakes of Elon Musk contribute to billions in fraud losses
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
SpaceX successfully tests Starship
SpaceX successfully launched its Super Heavy-Starship rocket from Texas for its sixth test flight Tuesday with its CEO Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump looking on. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has more on the launch.
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How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
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.
Giraffes need endangered species protection, U.S. officials say
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.
Carcass of massive endangered whale washes ashore in Alaska
The carcass was comparable to the width of a college basketball court and female, according to biologists.
Energy Secretary Granholm on Trump presidency
Former leaders and climate experts have issued a letter calling the U.N.'s annual climate meeting "no longer fit for purpose." Recently, CBS News spoke with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about the summit and what the incoming Trump presidency means for clean energy and climate change. The conversation took place before the president-elect made his pick for energy secretary.
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Dad of 14-year-old accused in Georgia school shooting pleads not guilty
Colin Gray and his son, Colt Gray, were both indicted in the Sept. 4 shooting that killed two students and two teachers and injured others.
Man found guilty for Laken Riley murder
A judge on Wednesday found Jose Ibarra guilty on all 10 counts in the murder of University of Georgia student Laken Riley. Ibarra was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Capitol rioter with "kill list" convicted of plot to murder FBI agents
Edward Kelley distributed a "kill list" and videos containing images of FBI employees to another person as part of his "mission," prosecutors say.
Man convicted of murder in slaying of Laken Riley
A judge Wednesday found a Venezuelan migrant guilty on all counts in the murder earlier this year of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.
Bryan Kohberger can face death penalty if convicted, judge rules
Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of first degree murder in the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.
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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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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.
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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Alleged Apalachee shooter's dad enters plea
Lawyers for Colin Gray, the father of accused school shooter Colt Gray, entered a not guilty plea Thursday on behalf of their client. The older Gray is accused of giving his son the high-powered rifle allegedly used to kill two students and two teachers at Georgia's Apalachee High School in September. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Jussie Smollett's conviction overturned
The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned actor Jussie Smollett's conviction for staging a fake hate crime. Smollett had claimed he was the victim of a racist and homophobic attack in January 2019.
2 killed in Pacific Northwest bomb cyclone
At least two people are dead and widespread power outages are being reported from the bomb cyclone storm that hit the Pacific Northwest this week. CBS News Sacramento reporter Sakura Gray has the latest on the storm and CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Kate Bilo has a look at the forecast.
Inside the confirmation process for Gaetz
President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general, Matt Gaetz, is facing a tough road in his confirmation process as calls continue for the release of a House Ethics Committee report on sexual misconduct allegations against the former congressman. NOTUS political reporter Reese Gorman joined CBS News to discuss what the confirmation process could look like for Gaetz.
What to know about Musk and Ramaswamy's op-ed
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy shed some light on their plans for the Department of Government Efficiency in an op-ed for The Wall Street Journal. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more on that and Pete Hegseth's visit to Capitol Hill to push for his confirmation as secretary of defense.