"Obamadale" Iowans looking for fresh Clinton message
After a 1,000-mile road trip in her "Scooby van," Clinton will speak in a town where supporters are "Ready for Hillary"
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Hillary Clinton's van tour to Iowa
Hillary Clinton is on her way to the first public stop on her campaign
Authorities at a loss in case of Iowa barn theft
Yes, the barn itself was stolen -- dismantled beam by beam
Dickerson on sweating the small stuff: Why our politicians are getting too timid
People complain about our frivolous politics, but the greater danger may be our timid campaigns.
Adviser to Scott Walker resigns after bashing Iowa
Liz Mair, a GOP strategist, was criticized by Iowa Republicans for remarks about the state's caucus, immigration, and agricultural subsidies
Dickerson: The email antidote: Hillary, get thee to Iowa
If Hillary Clinton wants to push past her email troubles, she should get herself to Iowa, Democratic strategists advise
Dickerson: Reality bites for Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton says she brings real-world experience. So when is she going to get serious about the questions over her private email account?
CBS News Senior Political Editor Steve Chaggaris discusses the Republican darlings attending this weekend's Iowa Ag Summit
CBS News Senior Political Editor Steve Chaggaris discusses the Republican darlings attending this weekend's Iowa Ag Summit
Among the Republicans exploring a presidential campaign in Iowa is Jeb Bush
Among the Republicans exploring a presidential campaign in Iowa is Jeb Bush. The potential candidate is a veteran of the Iowa caucuses. CBS News political director John Dickerson analyzes Bush’s reception in Iowa.
In Iowa, Jeb Bush takes on conservative hurdles
Former Florida governor addresses elephants in the room at every opportunity as he reintroduces himself to Iowa Republicans
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, urges the senate to act on a bill that would help victims of sex and labor trafficking
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, urges the senate to act on a bill that would help victims of sex and labor trafficking.
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry criticizes the Obama administration's diplomatic relations with Cuba and China at the weekend's Iowa Ag Summit
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry criticizes the Obama administration's diplomatic relations with Cuba and China at the weekend's Iowa Ag Summit.
Will Jeb Bush have a corn problem?
With his refusal to fully embrace a program promoting ethanol use, the 2016 GOP hopeful might have distanced himself from Iowa Republicans
At the Iowa Ag summit, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush risked alienating Iowa caucus voters with his lack of commitment to the RFS
At the Iowa Ag summit, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush risked alienating Iowa caucus voters with his lack of commitment to the RFS.
At the 2015 Iowa Agriculture Summit, Jeb Bush says undocumented immigrants "need to have a path to legalized status"
At the 2015 Iowa Agriculture Summit, Jeb Bush says undocumented immigrants "need to have a path to legalized status."
At the 2015 Iowa Agriculture Summit New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was met by some New Jersey hecklers
At the 2015 Iowa Agriculture Summit, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was met by some hecklers from his state. Christie responded to the protesters by saying, "I'll deal with you in Iowa the same way I deal with you in New Jersey."
Dickerson: The Republican Race for Iowa
Every GOP presidential candidate is making a play for the Hawkeye State. That's something we haven't seen in a long time
CBS News Senior Political Editor Steve Chaggaris talks about which potential candidates came to the Iowa Freedom Summit to introduce themselves to conservative activists ahead of 2016, and who skipped the gathering
CBS News Senior Political Editor Steve Chaggaris talks about which potential candidates came to the Iowa Freedom Summit to introduce themselves to conservative activists ahead of 2016, and who skipped the gathering.
At the Iowa Freedom Summit, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie jokes about the conventional wisdom that people from Iowa and New Jersey have different values
At the Iowa Freedom Summit, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie jokes about the conventional wisdom that people from Iowa and New Jersey have different values.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker discusses how buying a discounted shirt at a Kohl's department store is similar to his stance on tax policy
Wisconsin's Republican Gov. Scott Walker discusses how buying a discounted shirt at a Kohl's department store is similar to his stance on tax policy
Susan Page, Dana Milbank, Jeffrey Goldberg, Michael Crowley, and CBS News Political Director John Dickerson discuss the vast field of potential Republican presidential candidates in 2016
Susan Page, Dana Milbank, Jeffrey Goldberg, Michael Crowley, and CBS News Political Director John Dickerson discuss the vast field of potential Republican presidential candidates in 2016.
Businessman Donald Trump warns Iowa conservatives whom they should not select as the GOP presidential nominee in 2016
Businessman Donald Trump warns Iowa conservatives whom they should not select as the GOP presidential nominee in 2016.
CBS News Elections Director Anthony Salvanto and CBS News Congressional Correspondent Nancy Cordes explain why the results in Colorado and Iowa are early predictors of whether the GOP will retake the Senate
CBS News Elections Director Anthony Salvanto and CBS News Congressional Correspondent Nancy Cordes explain why the results in Colorado and Iowa are early predictors of whether the GOP will retake the Senate.
The first lady was well-received during a campaign visit on behalf of Rep. Bruce Braley, D - Iowa, who's running for Senate, but she called Braley the wrong name several times
First lady Michelle Obama was well-received during a campaign visit on behalf of Rep. Bruce Braley, D - Iowa, who's running for Senate, but she called Braley the wrong name several times. KCCI's Ryan Smith reports.
The vice president used a politically incorrect term to refer to Asia during a speech on Wednesday
Vice President Joe Biden used a politically incorrect term to refer to Asia during a speech on Wednesday.
Israel and Hezbollah both claiming ceasefire violations on Day 2
Less than two full days into a ceasefire, Israel's military and Hezbollah were both claiming isolated breaches of the deal.
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
Trump tariffs could make these items more expensive
Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Chilling details emerge after Montana camper's brutal murder
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
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New Mexico man awarded $412 million for botched penile injections
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
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What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
Has tipping reached a tipping point?
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
How Trump's economic agenda could affect mortgage rates in 2025
Here's what a noted housing expert thinks will happen to mortgage rates next year as Donald Trump outlines his priorities.
Trump tariffs on Canada imports could bring sharply higher gas prices
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid
Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.
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Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Ex-Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against multiple Cabinet picks being investigated
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
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New Mexico man awarded $412 million for botched penile injections
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Why does eating turkey make you sleepy? Thanksgiving fatigue, explained.
Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
Thanksgiving foods cats and dogs can (and can't) eat
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
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Israel and Hezbollah both claiming ceasefire violations on Day 2
Less than two full days into a ceasefire, Israel's military and Hezbollah were both claiming isolated breaches of the deal.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Russia bombs Ukraine's energy sector as temperatures plummet
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says Russian "tactics of terror" are clear with the latest massive attack on energy infrastructure as temperatures plummet.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
Danielle Pinnock talks "Ghosts"
Actor Danielle Pinnock joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her role in the hit CBS comedy "Ghosts," where she plays a spirited 1920s jazz singer with plenty of sass.
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Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Australian parliament approves law to ban under-16s from social media
Australia's full legislature has now passed a bill that will soon ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
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.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
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.
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Chilling details emerge after Montana camper's brutal murder
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested
Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
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.
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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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Beloved rescue dog on the loose in New Orleans
Scrim the rescue dog has become a familiar sight to some in New Orleans, as his face has been plastered on missing posters more than once. The well-known rescue dog has escaped once again, but recent sightings give people hope he'll be home again soon. Kati Weis has the story.
Threats made against Trump's picks
The FBI is investigating multiple threats made against some of President-elect Donald Trump's administration picks like Susie Wiles, Pam Bondi, Howard Lutnick and others. CBS News political reporter Libby Cathey has more on the attacks and the Trump transition.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' latest bail request denied
Sean "Diddy" Combs will not get out of jail on bail after a federal judge denied his latest request Wednesday.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds
The fighting between Israeli forces and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah forced over a million people to leave their homes. Some began returning to Southern Lebanon on Wednesday. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons
Something is in the air in New York City --it's the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons! CBS News New York reporter Alecia Reid has more on the characters to expect and what's behind the fun display.