Caitlyn Jenner on California recall effort failing
Republican gubernatorial candidate Caitlyn Jenner addresses her supporters after a recall attempt to oust California Governor Gavin Newsom failed Tuesday night. Watch her remarks and read more here.
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County-by-county analysis of the California recall vote
CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN Sacramento with his analysis and looks at how some California counties voted in the state's recall effort against Governor Gavin Newsom. Read more here.
California Governor Gavin Newsom easily defeats recall attempt
California Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday defeated an attempt to oust him from office, overcoming Republican criticism of COVID-19 restrictions that shuttered schools and businesses. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN Sacramento with his analysis and read more here.
Watch: Gavin Newsom addresses his supporters
CBS News projects that the "no" vote will win the recall election, meaning Governor Gavin Newsom will remain in office. Watch his remarks to supporters in Sacramento and read more here.
How COVID plays a part in early exit poll data
The issues most important to California voters in the recall election seem to vary between those who voted "yes" and those who voted "no," according to preliminary exit poll data. CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano with his analysis. Read more here.
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California recall election day arrives; How important is the Latino vote in California?
Understanding the constitutionality of California's recall vote
The recall vote has often been a matter of debate in this country. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe about why California's recall vote against Governor Gavin Newsom could impact future elections. Read more here.
How the California recall is impacting state politics
The special election to recall California Governor Gavin Newsom may have bigger implications on the future of the state's politics. He still faces the general gubernatorial election in November 2022. Dustin Gardiner, state politics reporter for the San Francisco Chronicle, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe with his analysis. Read more here.
COVID a top concern for California voters, exit polls show
The coronavirus pandemic is the most important issue for voters in California's recall election, early polling data shows. Other top matters of voters' minds include homelessness, the economy and wildfires. CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the latest poll results. Read more here.
Latest on California recall election
Polls are open Tuesday in California, where voters are casting ballots on whether or not to recall Governor Gavin Newsom. CBS Sacramento reporter Steve Large joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" hosts Elaine Quijano and Ed O'Keefe with the latest. Read more here.
Analyzing California's governor recall election
California voters headed to the polls on Tuesday to decide if Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom should remain in office. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, Washington reporter Dave Weigel and Orange County Register reporter Brooke Staggs join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe to discuss who's ahead in recent polling, and what implications this race could have on future elections. Read more here.
Votes cast in California recall election
It’s the final day for California voters to cast their ballots on whether or not to recall Governor Gavin Newsom. Major Garrett has the latest on the election.
Role of churches in California recall
Many of the candidates in California's recall election took their campaigns to church. Governor Gavin Newsom and top GOP contender Larry Elder are among those using this strategy as a way to reach some of the state's more traditional voters. Faith Pinho, a reporter for the Los Angeles Times, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" hosts Elaine Quijano and Ed O'Keefe to discuss.
Larry Elder's impact on California recall
KCBS political reporter Tom Wait and Sacramento Bee California politics reporter Sophia Bollag spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe about Republican Larry Elder's impact on the recall election attempting to unseat Governor Gavin Newsom. Read more here.
Pandemic a key issue in California recall
Governor Newsom's response to the COVID-19 pandemic is a focal point in the recall election. Rong-Gong Lin II, a staff reporter for the Los Angeles Times, joined CBSN "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the implications not only in California, but on a national level as well.
Will Newsom survive California's recall?
California voters are set to decide if Governor Gavin Newsom will get to keep his job. NPR White House correspondent Tamara Keith and Politico California Playbook senior writer Carla Marinucci spoke to CBNS's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe to discuss the potential ripple effects from the race. Read more here.
California recall election ends today
Polls close in the California recall election at 8 p.m. local time tonight. Voters are deciding whether to keep current Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, or hand power over to a different candidate. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joined CBSN with the latest.
How the recall election against California Gavin Newsom will work
The election will be just the second recall election for governor in state history.
Biden makes final push for Newsom
President Biden helped give embattled Governor Gavin Newsom's campaign one final push ahead of the voting deadline in a rally Monday. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joined CBSN from Los Angeles to discuss why the president says many of the issues that defined the 2020 presidential race have been resurrected in California.
Newsom's team confident he'll beat recall attempt
"We see the blue giant waking up. I don't see evidence of a red giant waking up in California," said Sean Clegg, a senior adviser to the California governor.
Biden says California voters will "get Donald Trump" if they vote Newsom out
The president campaigned for Governor Gavin Newsom at a Southern California rally after he had toured Idaho and Northern California earlier in the day.
Californians vote Tuesday in recall election
Voters in California head to the polls Tuesday to decide whether to recall Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom. If more than 50% vote "yes," Newsom will be ousted and one of the more than 40 candidates vying for his seat will replace him. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Last day in California governor recall effort
Democratic California Governor Gavin Newsom is fighting to keep his job and even though his campaign is cautiously optimistic about the outcome, CBS News' Major Garrett spoke to some voters unimpressed with Newsom's work so far.
Californians vote Tuesday in recall election
Recall proponents are trying to unseat Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom over his handling of the pandemic. CBS Los Angeles reporter Anthony Pura joins CBSN AM to discuss the Tuesday vote.
Biden visits California to support Gavin Newsom
President Biden is putting the stakes of the recall election that could remove California Governor Gavin Newsom from office in stark terms. Mr. Biden said Monday night that the results of the recall will reverberate across the nation, and he is casting the recall as an opportunity to show that leadership and science matter. CBS Los Angeles has the latest.
GOP senator blocks promotion of general involved in Afghanistan withdrawal
Lt. Gen. Christopher Donahue was slated to be promoted to a four-star rank and take command of the U.S. Army in Europe.
Nations at COP29 climate talks agree on $300 billion a year for poor countries
The $300 billion will go to developing countries who need the cash to wean themselves off coal, oil and gas.
Trump picks former White House aide Brooke Rollins to lead the USDA
The sprawling U.S. Department of Agriculture controls policies, regulations and aid programs related to farming, forestry, ranching, food quality and nutrition.
Singer-songwriter Khalid comes out as gay after being outed
The Grammy nominee, 26, posted a rainbow flag emoji and short statement, then added in another post that he had been "outted."
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 20 in Beirut as diplomats push for cease-fire
The strikes, which destroyed an eight-story building and left a crater in the ground, were the fourth in Beirut in less than a week.
Fred Harris, former senator and presidential candidate, dies at 94
It fell to Fred Harris, chair of the Democratic National Committee in 1969 and 1970, to help heal the party's wounds from the tumultuous national convention in 1968 when protesters and police clashed in Chicago.
Marta's Orlando Pride defeat Washington Spirit for their first NWSL title
Orlando is the first team since 2019 to win the NWSL Shield and the title in the same year.
2 killed in U.S. Civil Air Patrol plane crash in Northern Colorado
Two people were killed and a third was injured when a U.S. Civil Air Patrol plane crashed in Colorado's Front Range Saturday morning.
Trump selects Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary
Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.
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Marta's Orlando Pride defeat Washington Spirit for their first NWSL title
Orlando is the first team since 2019 to win the NWSL Shield and the title in the same year.
Fugitive Kaitlin Armstrong caught after answering ad for a yoga instructor
When cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson was murdered in Texas, U.S. Marshals assigned to the case used a unique tactic to track down her suspected killer in Costa Rica and bring the fugitive to justice.
Fred Harris, former U.S. senator and presidential candidate, dies at 94
It fell to Fred Harris, chair of the Democratic National Committee in 1969 and 1970, to help heal the party's wounds from the tumultuous national convention in 1968 when protesters and police clashed in Chicago.
GOP senator blocks promotion of general involved in Afghanistan withdrawal
Lt. Gen. Christopher Donahue was slated to be promoted to a four-star rank and take command of the U.S. Army in Europe.
Trump picks former White House aide Brooke Rollins to lead the USDA
The sprawling U.S. Department of Agriculture controls policies, regulations and aid programs related to farming, forestry, ranching, food quality and nutrition.
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Who is Scott Bessent? What to know about Trump's Treasury secretary pick.
If confirmed, Bessent would runn the department that manages the nation's finances as well as its tax agency, the Internal Revenue Service.
Trump selects Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary
Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.
Walmart must pay driver it accused of fraud $35 million, jury says
A jury ruled that Walmart must pay a former employee almost $35 million after finding that the retailer defamed him.
Eggs are getting scarcer and pricier ahead of the holidays. Here's why.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
Supreme Court takes up FCC fund dispute over subsidies for rural telecom services
The Universal Service Fund was created by Congress in 1996.
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Fred Harris, former U.S. senator and presidential candidate, dies at 94
It fell to Fred Harris, chair of the Democratic National Committee in 1969 and 1970, to help heal the party's wounds from the tumultuous national convention in 1968 when protesters and police clashed in Chicago.
GOP senator blocks promotion of general involved in Afghanistan withdrawal
Lt. Gen. Christopher Donahue was slated to be promoted to a four-star rank and take command of the U.S. Army in Europe.
Trump picks former White House aide Brooke Rollins to lead the USDA
The sprawling U.S. Department of Agriculture controls policies, regulations and aid programs related to farming, forestry, ranching, food quality and nutrition.
Trump meets with NATO head in Florida for talks on global security
In a brief statement, NATO said Trump and its secretary general, Mark Rutte, met on Friday in Palm Beach, Florida.
Trump nominates Marty Makary, who opposed COVID vaccine mandates, to head FDA
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated a critic of COVID-19 health measures to lead the Food and Drug Administration.
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New treatments offer hope for older patients with a deadly cancer diagnosis
Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.
1 infant dead in California, 9 hospitalized in latest listeria outbreak
Laboratory findings show that Yu-Shang Food ready-to-eat meat and poultry products were making people sick, the CDC said.
E. coli outbreak in St. Louis sickens 106, hospitalizes 2
More than half of the cases involve students, parents and guests of Rockwood Summit High School who attended events where food from Andre's Banquets and Catering was served.
What to know about the newly identified chemical in U.S. drinking water
Researchers have identified a chemical in certain tap water across the United States as chloronitramide anion. Here's what to know.
Whole Foods organic carrots and celery recalled amid E. coli outbreak
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
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Nations at COP29 climate talks agree on $300 billion a year for poor countries
The $300 billion will go to developing countries who need the cash to wean themselves off coal, oil and gas.
Russia bans child adoption from countries that allow gender transition
The adoption ban would apply to at least 15 countries, most of them in Europe, and Australia, Argentina and Canada.
Kayaker's leg amputated after 20-hour rescue to free him from rocks
Officials said the man, a tourist in his 60s, was kayaking with friends in the Franklin River when he slipped and became trapped.
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 20 in Beirut as diplomats push for cease-fire
The strikes, which destroyed an eight-story building and left a crater in the ground, were the fourth in Beirut in less than a week.
A craving for good food flips gender roles in Italy
Around the world, women cook more meals per week than men, but Italy serves as the exception to the rule.
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Singer-songwriter Khalid comes out as gay after being outed
The Grammy nominee, 26, posted a rainbow flag emoji and short statement, then added in another post that he had been "outted."
Jonathan Majors' ex-girlfriend drops assault and defamation lawsuit
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
The Coward Brothers perform "Early Shirley"
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. Now, from "The Coward Brothers," here are the Coward Brothers with "Early Shirley."
The Coward Brothers on new album
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. The pair opened up to CBS Saturday Morning about their fictional personas and that long hiatus earlier this week.
The Coward Brothers perform "Tipsy Woman"
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. Now, from "The Coward Brothers," here are the Coward Brothers with "Tipsy Woman."
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Who has the best Black Friday tech prices?
Black Friday is almost here, but some of the hottest tech items are already on sale. CNET senior editor Lisa Eadicicco joins CBS News to discuss high-demand gifts and what retailers offer the best prices.
AI grandma fights back against scammers
Daisy's mission is two-fold: To waste scammers' time so they can't speak to real people and to draw attention to fraud by warning consumers to be vigilant.
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.
Australia could ban social media for kids
Australian legislators introduced a landmark bill Thursday to ban social media for children under 16. CBS News London's Leigh Kiniry reports on what this could mean for social media companies.
DOJ targets Google's search engine monopoly
The Department of Justice on Wednesday filed a motion calling for Google to sell its Chrome search engine, arguing in court documents that "the playing field is not level." The Justice Department is also recommending dissolving any contracts in which Google is the default search engine on devices such as iPhones. Kelly O'Grady explains.
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How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
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.
Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Iceland volcano flares in region's 7th eruption in one year
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
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.
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Fugitive Kaitlin Armstrong caught after answering ad for a yoga instructor
When cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson was murdered in Texas, U.S. Marshals assigned to the case used a unique tactic to track down her suspected killer in Costa Rica and bring the fugitive to justice.
$20 million settlement reached in death of woman fatally shot by officer
Teresa Gomez, 45, was fatally shot in 2023 after a Las Cruces police officer on a bicycle approached her while she sat in a parked car with another person, authorities said.
Police chief kills himself as troops close in to arrest him in Mexico
The police chief killed himself with his own weapon as marines, National Guard and soldiers closed in to try to arrest him, prosecutors said.
U.S. accuses former Colombia general of extrajudicial killings
Former general Mario Montoya and his family are barred from traveling to the U.S., Secretary of State Antony Blinken said.
4.78 tons of cocaine, $193,000 in cash found in shipping containers
Prosecutors said eight people were detained following searches carried out in Belgium and the Netherlands earlier this month.
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Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
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.
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.
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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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Capturing Moriah Wilson’s Killer
A promising young athlete is murdered. Her suspected killer disappears and an international manhunt by U.S. Marshals begins. “48 Hours” contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
The Coward Brothers perform "Early Shirley"
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. Now, from "The Coward Brothers," here are the Coward Brothers with "Early Shirley."
The Coward Brothers on new album
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. The pair opened up to CBS Saturday Morning about their fictional personas and that long hiatus earlier this week.
The Coward Brothers perform "Tipsy Woman"
The Coward Brothers — better known as Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett — began playing together more than 40 years ago, but until this week, the duo hadn't released any new music since 2006. Now, their new, self-titled album is earning critical acclaim. Now, from "The Coward Brothers," here are the Coward Brothers with "Tipsy Woman."
Behind the wheel of priceless car collection
This morning, we travel to Los Angeles to explore an American entrepreneur's priceless car collection. It's a thing of beauty fittingly built by a cosmetics empire — and the collection is now so large it can't fit under one roof.