Severe weather to slam U.S. midsection, tornadoes possible
There will be two rounds of severe weather. The second, later Saturday, will be the most significant.
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Kids wish happy birthday to woman who waves at their school bus
The kids and bus driver wanted to do something special before she turned 93 — so they surprised her with a sweet birthday message.
Kids on school bus plan birthday surprise
Last week, school children and their bus driver in Hartley, Iowa, wanted to do something special for a woman who waves to their bus every day — so they surprised her with a sweet message for her 93rd birthday.
Girl who lost sight due to flu regains vision
"We put our daughter to bed and she never woke up the same," the girls' mother wrote in an update about her daughter's health.
Elizabeth Warren & Joe Biden looking to rebound
2020 Democratic presidential candidates are jockeying for position ahead of Saturday's Nevada caucuses. Senator Elizabeth Warren and former Vice President Joe Biden are looking to rebound after poor performances in New Hampshire and Iowa. CBS News 2020 campaign reporters Bo Erickson and Zak Hudak join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more.
Buttigieg, Sanders campaigns request partial recount in Iowa
The Iowa Democratic Party said it will examine requests from Sanders and Buttigieg for a recount of a total of 63 precincts.
Questions about Nevada caucus "tool"
After the Iowa caucus debacle, Nevada Democrats switched to a new tech tool instead of the problematic app. KLAS reports.
Tom Perez: "We've gone to school on the lessons of Iowa"
Ahead of Wednesday's Democratic debate, Democratic National Committee chair Tom Perez spoke with CBS News' Nikole Killion about the party's plans to avoid Nevada turning into another chaotic caucus.
Former Obama adviser on the 2020 Dem primary
Former President Barack Obama’s longest serving senior adviser Valerie Jarrett says the presidential election system is “outdated.” She joins “CBS This Morning” to weigh in on the ongoing Democratic primary, where Joe Biden stands and the fallout from former NYC Mayor Mike Bloomberg’s handling of the stop-and-frisk policy.
Iowa Democratic Party accepts recanvass requests from Sanders, Buttigieg
Iowa Democratic Party Chairman Troy Price notified the campaigns the partial recanvass is set to begin February 16 and lasts two days.
Sanders wins; Buttigieg, Klobuchar gain momentum
Senator Bernie Sanders is one step closer to taking on President Trump in November after winning nearly 26% of the primary vote in New Hampshire yesterday. Moderates Pete Buttigieg and Senator Amy Klobuchar finished second and third. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns join CBSN from Manchester with the latest.
New Hampshire primary key for Sanders
Going in to the New Hampshire primary, Senator Bernie Sanders is polling well with voters. But Mayor Pete Buttigieg is fresh off a strong finish in Iowa. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
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Bernie Sanders showing strength ahead of New Hampshire primary; "Soupman" feeding the homeless one meal at a time
Many NH primary voters are still undecided
Election watchers are tensely waiting to see how New Hampshire’s primary will play out after the mess surrounding the previous week’s Iowa caucus. CBS News’ latest numbers show less than half of likely Democratic voters have made up their minds, meaning Pete Buttigieg, who left Iowa with momentum, could swing uncommitted voters and inch past Bernie Sanders, who would benefit from a high turnout due to his enthusiastic base. Ed O’Keefe is at a polling station where early morning voters will begin deciding the candidates’ fates.
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New Hampshire voters go to the poll today; Former Iowa governor wins lottery prize
Sanders and Buttigieg each ask for partial Iowa recanvass
Sanders and Buttigieg officially asked the Iowa Democratic Party for a recanvass of 85 precincts in all and some satellite caucuses following last week's chaotic Iowa caucuses.
Biden defends poor finish in Iowa: "We're just getting going"
Biden said he is confident in how he is doing in New Hampshire and nationally.
Democrats step up attacks before New Hampshire primary
New Hampshire votes Tuesday in its first-in-the-nation primary. It's most likely to be the last stand for some of the Democratic candidates. The CBS News Battleground Tracker shows Senator Bernie Sanders leading the field, followed closely by former Mayor Pete Buttigieg. Ed O'Keefe reports on how the candidates are stepping up attacks on each other before the primary.
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New polls show Sanders leading in New Hampshire; Your Taxes explained
CBS News poll: Sanders' support vs. Buttigieg bounce in New Hampshire
The primary race in New Hampshire remains fluid before voters go to the polls Tuesday. CBS News' elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto has more on the latest developments.
Buttigieg defends big-money donors as necessary to beat Trump
The former South Bend, Indiana, mayor said he won't turn down help from donors if it means defeating President Trump.
Open: This is "Face the Nation", February 9
Today on "Face the Nation," following chaos at the caucuses in Iowa, will the Democratic Party be able to pull it together for New Hampshire and beyond?
2/9: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation", following chaos at the caucuses in Iowa, will the Democratic Party be able to pull it together for New Hampshire and beyond?
Battleground Tracker poll: In New Hampshire, Sanders' support v. Buttigieg bounce
The primary race in New Hampshire remains fluid before voters go to the polls Tuesday. Only 39% of likely voters say they've definitely made up their minds.
Iowa reviewing reported inconsistencies in 95 precincts
The IDP will make any final corrections by 12 p.m. CT Monday, after which the national delegates will finally be allocated, the party said.
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Fires in California decimate Los Angeles area, leave apocalyptic scenes
The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and Lidia fires are burning in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Here are the latest updates.
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Jimmy Carter's funeral service concludes, final journey to Georgia begins
President Biden honored Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
New York's highest court won't stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Before the Palisades Fire, many of its homeowners had lost insurance
About 1,600 policies for Pacific Palisades homeowners were dropped by State Farm in July, the state insurance office says.
How contained are the Los Angeles fires, including the Palisades fire?
Here's the latest on containment for the fires burning across Southern California as firefighters work to get the blazes under control.
Maps show where fires are burning right now in L.A. area
Updating maps of Southern California show where wildfires, like the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fires, are burning across Los Angeles.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Fetterman to be first sitting Democratic senator to visit Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has accepted an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate, multiple sources said.
Poland's president seeks exemption for Netanyahu visit despite ICC warrant
Poland's president wants Benjamin Netanyahu to be able to attend events marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz despite an ICC arrest warrant for the Israeli leader.
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Know the six P's of preparedness if you have to evacuate
If your home is at risk, heed evacuation warnings, prepare and remember the six P's of evacuating – a checklist list of the necessities you should pack.
Before the Palisades Fire, many of those homeowners had lost insurance
About 1,600 policies for Pacific Palisades homeowners were dropped by State Farm in July, the state insurance office says.
Fetterman to be first sitting Democratic senator to visit Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has accepted an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate, multiple sources said.
Palisades Fire leaves residents devastated as homes, neighborhoods burn
The Palisades Fire has forced thousands to flee, leaving many to return to find their homes destroyed. Among those impacted is a 9-year-old girl, whose home burned down while she was at school.
How contained are the Los Angeles fires, including the Palisades fire?
Here's the latest on containment for the fires burning across Southern California as firefighters work to get the blazes under control.
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Before the Palisades Fire, many of those homeowners had lost insurance
About 1,600 policies for Pacific Palisades homeowners were dropped by State Farm in July, the state insurance office says.
TikTok says it will shut down U.S site unless court removes ban threat
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike
Automation was at the center of a long-running labor dispute that threatened to close East and Gulf Coast ports.
Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry
Jimmy Kimmel Live and other TV productions went dark Wednesday as fires spread. It's unclear when they'll resume.
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Fetterman to be first sitting Democratic senator to visit Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has accepted an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate, multiple sources said.
TikTok says it will shut down U.S site unless court removes ban threat
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
All 5 living presidents attend Jimmy Carter's funeral
In a rare occurrence, all five living presidents gathered Thursday to honor Jimmy Carter in Washington, D.C.
Read the full eulogy Walter Mondale left behind for Jimmy Carter
Former president Jimmy Carter's vice president, Walter Mondale, died in 2021 but left behind a eulogy that his son Ted read at Carter's memorial service Thursday morning.
Who spoke and sang at Jimmy Carter's funeral?
The former president was honored in tributes and through musical selections and performances.
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How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Shortage of primary care doctors in U.S. comes down to money — and respect
More medical schools say they will no longer charge tuition. But evidence suggests it will take a lot more than a free ride.
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Poland's president seeks exemption for Netanyahu visit despite ICC warrant
Poland's president wants Benjamin Netanyahu to be able to attend events marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz despite an ICC arrest warrant for the Israeli leader.
Climber's remains identified 6 decades after he fell from glacier
The German man has been identified after his bones, including part of a leg, were discovered in western Austria.
As U.S. announces new Ukraine aid package, Zelenskyy says send troops
Ukraine's leader says partners sending ground troops would help "force Russia into peace," as America's European allies ponder Trump's next move.
Photo shows rescue of baby girl born at sea on migrant ship
"Christmas ended in the Canaries with the rescue of a baby born while crossing the sea," the coastguard said.
Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.
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TikTok says it will shut down U.S site unless court removes ban threat
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
Harlan Coben on success of "Missing You"
Harlan Coben joins CBS Mornings to talk about "Missing You," the global TV hit he executive produces. Based on his novel, the show follows Det. Kat Donovan as she investigates the case of a missing person.
Behind the scenes of new "Hollywood Squares"
The classic game show "Hollywood Squares" is getting a fresh update. Nate Burleson got a sneak peek.
How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
Julia Michaels on new song with Maren Morris
Julia Michaels, a six-time Grammy nominee known for writing hits for artists like Dua Lipa and Justin Bieber, shares a first look at "Scissors," her upcoming collaboration with Maren Morris.
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TikTok says it will shut down U.S site unless court removes ban threat
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
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.
Implications of Meta's decision
Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic" and former editor-in-chief of "Wired," discusses the consequences of Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program and the rise of self-policing in a "post-information" age.
AI is center stage at 2025 CES
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show was underway in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The annual trade conference spotlights some of the newest technological innovations from companies across the globe. Jason Hiner, editor-in-chief for tech news site ZDNET joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
Officials on Wednesday afternoon briefed President Biden about the massive wildfires in Southern California fueled by climate change. Slashing Mr. Biden's climate regulations is at the top of President-elect Donald Trump's to-do list. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schecter joins "America Decides" to look at the outgoing president's record on the issue.
Biden offers aid to California to fight fires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday afternoon to help California boost the ranks of those battling the blazes. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Malibu.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
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.
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Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.
ATF urges police to reevaluate reselling used firearms
Police should reconsider reselling their used guns, the ATF said, pushing back against a policy linked to over 1,000 deaths between 2019 and 2023.
Capitol Police arrest man with machete amid Carter visitation
U.S. Capitol Police said they found the machete and other knives during a security screening.
George Santos gets delay in sentencing so he can make more podcasts
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos had his February sentencing delayed until April so he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
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NASA studies options to rein in cost of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA hopes a revised plan will get Mars samples back to Earth faster and cost less than the agency's original plan.
Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy
A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.
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.
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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Trump's efforts to delay sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's legal team is awaiting a potential decision from the Supreme Court to delay his sentencing in the "hush money" case. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more.
House bills on Panama Canal, immigration
South Dakota House Rep. Dusty Johnson has introduced a bill for the U.S. to purchase back the Panama Canal. This comes after President-elect Donald Trump's comments about the commercial passage in Central America. Also, some Democrats may back the Laken Riley Act. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Latest on California wildfires, FEMA aid
The wildfires in California have forced at least 179,000 people to evacuate as at least three of the five fires continue to roar. FEMA officials are prepared to provide federal aid to those affected as local officials battle the blazes and looting. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has more on the weather forecast, and CBS News' Nikole Killion reports on the federal response.
Severe wildfire damage in California
The Eaton Fire, which reportedly killed at least five people, continues to roar near Pasadena, California. New images depict the immense damage from the wildfires that swept through the Los Angeles area. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports on the efforts to prepare before the fires, and CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch breaks down the latest weather forecast.
New York high court on Trump sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's team is not giving up on efforts to delay the sentencing in his "hush money" case in New York. This comes after the state's highest court declined to act on his request to delay. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.