Candidates' policies
Plenty of time has been spent on what the candidates have said during this campaign, but what is the actual substance of their policies?
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Trump praises Putin
Donald Trump heaped praise on Russian president Vladimir Putin during a national security forum Wednesday night. Hillary Clinton and Speaker of the House Paul Ryan each took issue with his comments on Thursday. Major Garrett reports.
Clinton hits back
Hillary Clinton battled back against attacks launched by Donald Trump during a forum Wednesday night. Among his more controversial statements were disparaging comments about U.S. military leaders and Trump ranking Vladimir Putin as a better leader than President Obama. Nancy Cordes reports.
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Hillary Clinton battled back against attacks launched by Donald Trump during a forum Wednesday night; Dabney Montgomery was a Tuskegee Airman, flying in World War II, and marched in Selma with Martin Luther King, Jr
Election hacking investigation
Law enforcement officials have expanded their probe into cyber hacks of state election systems amid reports that more states were hacked. CBS News Justice and Homeland Security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN with the latest details.
Who is Gary Johnson?
On MSNBC's "Morning Joe," Libertarian presidential nominee Gary Johnson flubbed a question about the epicenter of the refugee crisis in Syria, sparking a social media firestorm in the process
Candidates on national security
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump fielded questions about national security in the televised Commander-in-Chief Forum last night. Washington Post political reporter Philip Bump joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the campaign trail.
Clinton in NC
Speaking at a campaign rally in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hillary Clinton spoke about her plans to make college more affordable and eliminate student debt. She also took a jab at Donald Trump, saying "everything is a game" to the GOP nominee. See her full remarks.
Clinton press conference
Hillary Clinton held her first press conference in 278 days Thursday morning. Clinton hit Donald Trump for his remarks the previous night during a Commander-in-Chief forum. See the full presser.
Clinton responds to Trump
Hillary Clinton's campaign struck back at Donald Trump's foreign policy speech Wednesday, saying his attacks had a schoolyard quality. Clinton also received a rare an endorsement from the Dallas Morning News editorial board, which usually supports GOP candidates. Nancy Cordes has more.
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Donald Trump blasted Hillary Clinton on foreign policy on Wednesday, blaming her for every problem in the Middle East; Elaine Harmon died last year at the age of 95; on Wednesday her ashes were interred at Arlington National Cemetery
Trumps defense plan
Donald Trump blasted Hillary Clinton on foreign policy on Wednesday, blaming her for every problem in the Middle East. He also spelled out his proposals for increased spending on the military. Major Garrett reports.
Trump's new attacks
Donald Trump's newest attacks compare Hillary Clinton's email scandal to Watergate. Recent polls show Trump closing the gap on Clinton, suggesting his new campaign strategy may be working. The Washington Post's Amber Phillips joins CBSN to discuss.
Electoral vote battle
National polls show the race is still tight. However, the election is not decided by the popular vote, but by the state-by-state battle for 270 electoral votes. CBS News elections director Anthony Salvanto breaks down the vote.
Clinton takes more questions
Hillary Clinton held a press gaggle on her new plane Tuesday for the second straight day. She brushed off renewed accusations from congressional Republicans, saying continued efforts to investigate her were a "fishing expedition." She also zinged Donald Trump on foreign policy in a campaign speech. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump and Clinton polls
For the first time since the Democratic National Convention, Donald Trump is leading a national poll. But another new poll shows him down 6 points, and Hillary Clinton retains important polling and organizational advantages in battleground states. Major Garrett reports.
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For the first time since the Democratic National Convention, Donald Trump is leading a national poll; The touch-up job inside the U.S. Capitol dome is now complete
Clinton on the campaign trail
Hillary Clinton spent much of August raising money out of public view, but is now back on the campaign trail. She debuted a new plane on Monday that she will share with her traveling press corps -- a first for her this year. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump woos Ohio
The presidential race has just 64 days left and gets underway in earnest after Labor Day weekend. While campaigning in Ohio, Donald Trump took shots at Hillary Clinton and again addressed how he would win over minority voters. Major Garrett reports.
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The presidential race has just 64 days left and gets underway in earnest after Labor Day weekend; it has been said the only limits are the ones you set for yourself
Clinton on campaign jet
After weeks without holding any press conferences, Hillary Clinton fielded questions from the press aboard her new campaign jet. She addressed the email controversy, questions about the Clinton Foundation and her rival, Donald Trump.
What's next for Clinton?
A new CBS News poll shows that 46 percent of voters across 13 battleground states say that Hillary Clinton's explanations on her emails are getting less believable. Despite this, Clinton still leads over Donald Trump in several key states. CBSN political contributors Leslie Sanchez and Jamelle Bouie join CBSN with more.
Clinton leads Trump
Labor Day marks the beginning of the home stretch for the presidential campaigns. With nine weeks until the election, Hillary Clinton leads Donald Trump in key battleground states. Errol Barnett and CBS News Elections Director Anthony Salvanto have more.
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Tropical Storm Hermine is regaining strength after striking Florida and may once again become a hurricane; a special four-day program allows 20 young cancer patients and their families to learn to ride and care for horses
Election poll breakdown
A CBS News battleground tracker poll show Hillary Clinton leading Donald Trump in crucial states Pennsylvania and North Carolina. CBS News elections director Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN to break down the latest polls.
Trump, Harris campaign in the West as polls show tie just 5 days out
Former President Donald Trump tried to seize on the "garbage" comments at a truck in Wisconsin while Vice President Harris will have a campaign event with J.Lo in Las Vegas.
Boeing machinists' union leaders back new contract, call for Monday vote
Some 33,000 Boeing machinists have been on strike for weeks. Union leadership said the latest proposal adds a general wage increase of 38% over four years.
Alito denies Cornel West bid for intervention in Pennsylvania ballot access dispute
As the Nov. 5 election draws near, the Supreme Court has been asked to intervene in a growing number of disputes.
Death toll from historic flooding in Spain soars to at least 158
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left at least 158 people dead and others missing amid mud-caked debris.
Trump says "whether the women like it or not, I'm going to protect them"
Former President Donald Trump said that his advisers deemed the line about protecting women "inappropriate."
Passenger attacked while sleeping on flight: "His face was bruised and bloody"
A United Airlines passenger attacked a man midflight, punching him repeatedly in the face until it was bloody, authorities said.
Walz's closing campaign message to air on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
Walz recorded the interview with Colbert Thursday in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, underscoring the Harris campaign's focus on the battleground state in the 2024 election.
After pilot error, F-35 fighter jet flew for 11 minutes on its own before crashing
The F-35 pilot made the wrong decision in ejecting, according to a report released Thursday, considering the F-35 "continued to fly for an extended period after ejection."
Trump sues CBS News; network says suit "completely without merit"
Former President Donald Trump has sued CBS News over a recent 60 Minutes interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. The network says it intends to vigorously defend against the lawsuit.
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Trump sues CBS News; network says suit "completely without merit"
Former President Donald Trump has sued CBS News over a recent 60 Minutes interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. The network says it intends to vigorously defend against the lawsuit.
Boeing machinists' union leaders back new contract, call for Monday vote
Some 33,000 Boeing machinists have been on strike for weeks. Union leadership said the latest proposal adds a general wage increase of 38% over four years.
After pilot error, F-35 fighter jet flew for 11 minutes on its own before crashing
The F-35 pilot made the wrong decision in ejecting, according to a report released Thursday, considering the F-35 "continued to fly for an extended period after ejection."
Do you have to fill out your entire ballot?
Some voters may wish to only vote in some races. Here's what happens if you leave fields blank.
Ford to pause production of F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks
Ford is temporarily halting production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck as motorists cool on EVs.
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Boeing machinists' union leaders back new contract, call for Monday vote
Some 33,000 Boeing machinists have been on strike for weeks. Union leadership said the latest proposal adds a general wage increase of 38% over four years.
Ford to pause production of F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks
Ford is temporarily halting production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck as motorists cool on EVs.
Here's how Starbucks' new CEO plans to overhaul its struggling cafes
Starbucks to bring back ceramic mugs and messages written in Sharpie pens to revive a coffeehouse vibe at its nearly 40,000 stores.
FTC sends $2.5 million to Credit Karma customers
The settlement stems from allegations Credit Karma misled consumers into applying for credit offers.
Trump's wealth slumps by $1.9 billion amid DJT stock plunge
Trump Media & Technology Group's stock, which trades under DJT, is plunging just days before the November 5 election.
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Arizona counties invest millions to reassure voters of election security
The ballot boxes in Arizona's Pinal County are equipped with GPS tracking devices, something officials say can assure the public all election equipment is protected.
After pilot error, F-35 fighter jet flew for 11 minutes on its own before crashing
The F-35 pilot made the wrong decision in ejecting, according to a report released Thursday, considering the F-35 "continued to fly for an extended period after ejection."
Do you have to fill out your entire ballot?
Some voters may wish to only vote in some races. Here's what happens if you leave fields blank.
Alito denies Cornel West bid for intervention in Pennsylvania ballot access dispute
As the Nov. 5 election draws near, the Supreme Court has been asked to intervene in a growing number of disputes.
Walz's closing campaign message to air on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
Walz recorded the interview with Colbert Thursday in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, underscoring the Harris campaign's focus on the battleground state in the 2024 election.
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Tumblers sold at Wawa stores recalled after reports of cuts
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare
The future of Medicare continues to come up in the closing arguments from both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump ahead of Election Day 2024.
Dentists are pulling treatable teeth to profit from implants, experts warn
Americans are getting dental implants more than ever — and at costs reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Experts worry some dentists have lost sight of the soul of dentistry: preserving and fixing teeth.
4+ hours of screen time linked to more anxiety, depression in teens, data shows
Teens getting more hours of daily screen time are reporting increased levels of anxiety and depression symptoms, according to new data. But technology isn't always all bad, an expert explains.
"Oprah Daily" tackles women's mental health
Therapist Lori Gottlieb and Oprah Daily's Pilar Guzmán join "CBS Mornings" to discuss the pressures women face managing life's demands.
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Hidden Maya city discovered in Mexico jungle by doctoral student
The ancient Maya city was named "Valeriana" after a nearby freshwater lagoon and built before 150 AD, researchers said.
Ancient town, tombs full of weapons found hidden in Arabian oasis
The remains of the town, dubbed al-Natah, reveal how life at the time was slowly changing from a nomadic to an urban existence, archaeologists said.
Rockets from Lebanon kill 7 in Israel, Israeli strike kills 5 in Syria
Israel's wars with Iran's allies in Lebanon and Gaza grind on as top U.S. envoys visit the region to push for cease-fires.
Death toll from historic flooding in Spain soars to at least 158
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left at least 158 people dead and others missing amid mud-caked debris.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
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Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Charli XCX to host "Saturday Night Live" for the first time
Charli XCX has been tapped to work a double shift on "Saturday Night Live" next month — playing host and musical guest in the same evening.
Megan Thee Stallion sues blogger over "defamatory falsehoods"
The lawsuit claims popular content creator Milagro Gramz caused Megan Thee Stallion emotional distress by cyberstalking and questioning if the Grammy winner was actually shot.
JB Smoove on hosting new game show
Emmy-winning comedian JB Smoove, known for Curb Your Enthusiasm, is bringing his humor to "Buy It Now," a Prime Video game show where entrepreneurs have 90 seconds to pitch products to a live audience and celebrity panel. He joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk more about it.
Tom Hanks, Robin Wright return with "Here"
Reuniting with "Forrest Gump" director Robert Zemeckis, Tom Hanks and Robin Wright star in "Here," a multigenerational story set in a single living room across decades. They join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the film.
Technology
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Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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.
Alleged China interference efforts: New details
The Washington Post is reporting that a group of hackers linked to the Chinese government collected audio recordings from phone calls of American political figures, including an unnamed Donald Trump campaign adviser. The report comes days after CBS News learned the same hacking group tried to access phones and networks used by the former president, Sen. JD Vance and members of Kamala Harris' campaign. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins CBS News with analysis.
Apple Intelligence AI rollout starts today with release of iOS 18.1
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
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Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
The Climate Election: Mining, explained
Viral claims in the wake of Hurricane Helene suggested that the government controlled the devastating storm to hit certain areas and that authorities were attempting to seize Chimney Rock, North Carolina, to commandeer mining operations. These claims are false — but extreme weather does have a significant impact on U.S. mines, particularly coal mines. Here's what to know.
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Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Passenger attacked while sleeping on flight: "His face was bruised and bloody"
A United Airlines passenger attacked a man midflight, punching him repeatedly in the face until it was bloody, authorities said.
U.S. sanctions members of cartel linked to killings of Americans
The sanctions come two years after a judge ordered La Linea to pay $4.6 billion to the families of nine Americans killed in a 2019 ambush in Mexico.
Arrest made in camper's murder, initially reported as a bear attack
Dustin Kjersem was found dead by a friend who reported he appeared to have been killed by a bear. An autopsy later showed Kjersem sustained "multiple chop wounds."
2 journalists killed in separate attacks in Mexico within hours
Hours after gunmen killed a journalist who had just interviewed a mayor, an entertainment reporter was killed inside a restaurant she owned.
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"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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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 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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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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Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
Latino voters on environmental issues
An Environmental Voter Project poll found that climate change is a top issue for young voters in 2024. Voter efforts are focusing on climate change within Latino communities ahead of Election Day. Journalist Kelly McEvers joins CBS News to discuss why Latino communities are particularly affected by the issue.
Analyzing the 2024 gender divide
Vice President Kamala Harris and her campaign seized on former President Donald Trump's comments saying he'll protect women whether they "like it or not." Politics reporter at Semafor Shelby Talcott joins CBS News to discuss how the gender gap could impact the presidential election, and how both campaigns are framing the abortion issue.
How TV news can influence voters' perceptions
In an effort to understand the political divide in the U.S., Trump and Harris supporters in New Jersey were invited to watch the other side's favorite cable news channels. Tony Dokoupil reports on how it went.
Harris, Trump visit Arizona, Nevada
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump spent Thursday in battleground states Arizona and Nevada to try to court voters less than a week from Election Day. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has more.