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Trump takes the stand, clashes with judge

Former President Donald Trump is testifying in a Manhattan courtroom Monday in the civil fraud case filed by New York Attorney General Letitia James, which could determine the fate of his business empire. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa is in court watching Trump's testimony and professor John C. Coffee, the director of Columbia University's Center on Corporate Governance, joins CBS News with an analysis of what the case could mean for Trump and his company.

Nov 6, 2023
10:31

Suspect's SUV found after shooting death of judge

An SUV belonging to a man suspected in the shooting death of a Maryland judge outside his home was found Saturday, but the suspect remains at large. The shooting happened just hours after the judge presided over a hearing in the suspect's divorce trial.

Oct 21, 2023
00:22

Judge finds Donald Trump liable for fraud

A New York judge ruled Tuesday that former President Donald Trump committed fraud for years while building his real estate empire. The judge found that Trump and his company deceived banks, insurers and others by overvaluing his assets and exaggerating his net worth. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.

Sep 27, 2023
02:47

8/28: America Decides

Judge sets trial date in 2020 election case; The March on Washington's impact 60 years later

Aug 28, 2023
24:16

Natalie Hudson named first Black chief justice of Minnesota Supreme Court

"This is a tremendous responsibility that I approach with humility and resolve," Hudson said.

Aug 23, 2023

Orange County Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Ferguson is seen in a police booking photo released Aug. 4, 2023.

Judge who allegedly texted court staff about shooting wife pleads not guilty

Orange County Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Ferguson will remain free on bail, with conditions.

Aug 15, 2023

Pittsburgh synagogue shooter sentenced to death

A judge is set to formally impose a death penalty sentence today for the gunman who murdered 11 Jewish people at a Pittsburgh synagogue in 2018. CBS News lead national correspondent David Begnaud has more on the sentencing.

Aug 3, 2023
02:08

Judge blocks administration's asylum policy

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked a Biden administration policy aimed at reducing illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border. The policy required most migrants to first seek asylum in other countries as they made their way to the U.S., before applying for humanitarian refuge on U.S. soil. Ed O'Keefe reports.

Jul 26, 2023
01:22

Judge made profane lip-synching TikTok videos in his chambers, complaint alleges

Superior Court Judge Gary N. Wilcox allegedly shared about 40 videos using a fake name.

Jul 5, 2023

Parkland judge allowed "emotions to overcome her judgment," panel says

Judge Elizabeth Scherer should be publicly reprimanded for showing bias toward the prosecution, a state commission concluded.

Jun 6, 2023

Not guilty pleas for Idaho murders suspect

A judge in Idaho entered not guilty pleas on behalf of Bryan Kohberger, accused in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students. Lilia Luciano talks with the father and sister of one of the victims.

May 23, 2023
01:56

Detention ruling delayed for Pentagon leaker

A judge delayed a detention ruling for Pentagon leak suspect Jack Teixeira. The suspect's father testified for the defense arguing for supervised release, but federal prosecutors claim Teixeira is a flight risk and has a troubling history of violent and racist rhetoric. Catherine Herridge reports from Washington.

Apr 28, 2023
01:21

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Supreme Court puts mifepristone ruling on hold

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday put on hold a ruling last week from a Texas federal judge which halted the FDA's longtime approval of the abortion drug mifepristone. Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.

Apr 14, 2023
01:49

Judge in Trump criminal case targeted with threats

The threats peaked after former President Donald Trump was arraigned Tuesday.

Apr 7, 2023

Trump arraignment expected Tuesday

Former President Donald Trump is expected to appear before a New York judge Tuesday after he was indicted on charges related to a "hush money" scheme. The former president has been trying to stir up anger at the judge and others in the case. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports from outside Manhattan criminal court.

Apr 3, 2023
02:54

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Reinstated conviction of Adnan Syed in review

The Baltimore state's attorney's office is reviewing a decision reinstating the murder conviction of Adnan Syed -- a man made famous by the "Serial" podcast. Paul Cassell, a law professor for the University of Utah and a former federal judge, joins CBS News to break down the new development in this widely known case.

Mar 29, 2023
06:23

Judge: Pence must testify about Jan. 6

CBS News has confirmed that a federal judge in Washington, D.C., ruled that former Vice President Mike Pence must testify before a grand jury about former President Donald Trump's effort to reverse the outcome of the 2020 presidential election. The judge added that executive privilege does not apply, and that private exchanges between Trump and Pence are not off limits. Robert Costa reports.

Mar 29, 2023
02:37

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Mississippi mayor opposes controversial bill

The Mississippi state House is considering a controversial bill that allows for an expanded role of appointed judges and state police in the capital city of Jackson. Supporters of the bill said it improves public safety in the city, and critics said it intrudes on decision making and voting rights in the predominantly Black capital. Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba joined Jim Axelrod and Nikki Battiste to discuss why he opposes the bill.

Mar 9, 2023
06:36

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Trial attorney on Alex Murdaugh's life sentence

Disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh has been sentenced to life in prison for the murders of his wife and son. A jury found him guilty after deliberating for less than 3 hours. Trial attorney Paul Batista joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Nancy Chen to discuss the outcome of the case.

Mar 3, 2023
06:25

Financial evidence allowed in Murdaugh trial

The judge in Alex Murdaugh's double murder trial ruled to allow the state to present evidence of the now disbarred South Carolina attorney's alleged financial crimes. The decision came after days of testimony from witnesses who were heard without the jury present as Judge Clifton Newman weighed the evidence, for which Murdaugh faces 99 charges separate from the murder case. Nikki Battiste reports.

Feb 7, 2023
03:15

Prosecutors focus on motive in Murdaugh case

The judge in the Alex Murdaugh trial ruled prosecutors can present evidence that money was a motive. Scott MacFarlane has the details.

Feb 3, 2023
02:07

Paul Pelosi attack video to be released

Video of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul, being attacked will be made public following a ruling by a California judge. The Transportation Dept. is examining whether Southwest Airlines knowingly over-sold flights last month, leading to a nationwide travel meltdown. Southwest blames the disruption on winter weather. And doctors in Texas separated conjoined twins in a historic 11-hour surgery. Both babies are recovering well.

Jan 26, 2023
01:00

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Hearing on Georgia grand jury report

A Georgia judge will decide whether to publicly release a report from a special grand jury investigating former President Donald Trump and his allies' efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in that state. CBS News reporter Graham Kates has been following the investigation and joins Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss.

Jan 24, 2023
05:05

Pentagon wants to train Ukrainian troops

The Pentagon has proposed training 2,500 Ukrainian soldiers every month in Germany. A judge declared a mistrial in a case against “That 70s Show” star Danny Masterson, who had pleaded not guilty to charges of rape brought by three women. And LL Cool J led the festivities as the White House hosted its 100th annual Christmas tree lighting.

Dec 1, 2022
01:00

Missouri inmate gets a second chance

Missouri inmate Bobby Bostic was serving a 241-year sentence for a series of robberies he committed when he was only 16. Bostic, now 43, changed his life in prison. He went to school, read and wrote books, even though he had no hope of ever getting out. CBS News was there when Bostic was released thanks to the judge who first put him behind bars.

Nov 24, 2022
06:54

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How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.

With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.

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Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP

The president was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."

7H ago

Kamala Harris Tim Walz US Presidential Campaign Rally in Michigan

Harris speaks at Ellipse, offering "a different path" than Trump

Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

9H ago

Harris vows to "work with everyone;" Trump goes to Pennsylvania as poll shows tie

Seven days before Election Day, former President Donald Trump is campaigning in Pennsylvania while Vice President Kamala Harris gives a closing argument for her campaign. I will work with everyone —Democrats, Republicans, and Independents—to help Americans who are working hard and still struggling to get ahead.

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Paul Pelosi attacker David DePape sentenced to life term on state charges

The man who was convicted in the 2022 attack on the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday following his state trial.

9H ago

Republican Presidential Candidate Former President Trump Holds Campaign Event In Walker, Michigan

Supreme Court rejects RFK Jr.'s bids to have his name removed from Michigan and Wisconsin ballots

Robert F. Kennedy suspended his longshot presidential campaign in August and endorsed former President Donald Trump.

14H ago

What to know after ballot box fires in Washington and Oregon

Two ballot boxes went up in flames early Monday morning in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, in incidents that authorities believe are connected.

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Air Force overpaid nearly 8,000% for soap dispensers for aircraft, IG report says

The dispensers were one of about a dozen spare parts for which Boeing overcharged the Air Force, according to the Pentagon inspector general report.

13H ago

Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots

The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.

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How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare

A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.

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How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.

With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.

2H ago

Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP

Biden was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."

7H ago

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis

Man who threatened Fani Willis gets nearly 2 years in prison

He made threatening phone calls just over a week before former President Donald Trump and 18 others were indicted in Fulton County in August 2023.

8H ago

Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots

The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.

11H ago

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How voters perceive inflation could decide the election. Here's why.

With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.

2H ago

Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy

Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.

15H ago

Halloween costume chain Spirit bet on the pop-up model and won

Spirit Halloween's success as a seasonal pop-up retailer is leading it to make a foray into Christmas with 10 temporary stores.

15H ago

Former President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a campaign rally on Oct. 15, 2024, in Atlanta.

DJT stock soars amid Donald Trump's rise in the betting markets

Trump Media's shares have soared with the former President Donald Trump's rise in the betting markets.

14H ago

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Dynacare baby powder recall expands recall due to asbestos concerns

Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.

18H ago

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How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare

A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.

19M ago

Biden remark about Trump "garbage" rally angers GOP

Biden was responding to a joke made at a Trump rally by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, in which Hinchcliffe called Puerto Rico a "floating island of garbage."

7H ago

Man who threatened Fani Willis gets nearly 2 years in prison

He made threatening phone calls just over a week before former President Donald Trump and 18 others were indicted in Fulton County in August 2023.

8H ago

Inside a secure Arizona facility printing election ballots

The Runbeck Election Services facility in Phoenix will print about 35 million ballots for eight states this election.

11H ago

Harris speaks at Ellipse, offering "a different path" than Trump

Vice President Kamala Harris delivered remarks at the same spot Trump inspired his supporters to march to the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

9H ago

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Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy

Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.

15H ago

Dynacare baby powder recall expands recall due to asbestos concerns

Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.

18H ago

Rare case of Lassa fever kills an Iowa resident. Here's what to know.

The middle-aged Iowa resident had recently returned from travel to West Africa, where it is believed they contracted the virus.

20H ago

Maximizing your annual wellness checkup

As the year wraps up, it might be a good time to book that doctor's visit before deductibles reset. CBS chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook shares how to make each appointment with your physician truly count.

21H ago
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Organ donations drop after reports of man mistakenly declared dead

Transplant experts are seeing a spike in people revoking organ donor registrations after reports that organs were nearly retrieved from a Kentucky man mistakenly declared dead.

20H ago

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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence

Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.

updated 34M ago

40,000 stolen coins based on animated kids' series "Bluey" recovered by police

Australian police say they recovered more than 40,000 stolen limited-edition coins based on the hit children's animated series "Bluey."

54M ago

Flash flooding in Spain leaves dozens dead

Spanish authorities say dozens of people have died in flash flooding that is the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation in recent memory.

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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.

2H ago

Teen accused of killing 3 U.K. girls had al Qaeda manual, police say

A teen accused of killing three girls in England is charged with producing the poison ricin and faces a terror offense for having a jihadi training manual.

17H ago

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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS

Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr, best known for her comic turns in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at age 79. In this "Sunday Morning" profile originally broadcast on December 4, 2005, Garr talked with correspondent Rita Braver about her autobiography, "Speedbumps"; how she advanced from dancing in the background of Elvis Presley movies to starring roles (she was, admittedly, up-front about lying on her resume); and how it became harder for her to find acting jobs following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

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Teri Garr poses for a portrait in Los Angeles, California, circa 1983.

Teri Garr, actor known for "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie" roles, dies at 79

Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."

14H ago

"Mornings Memory": Taylor Swift interview

In today's "Mornings Memory," we revisit Taylor Swift's 2014 interview with Gayle King, where she shared insights into her life and career just as her stardom skyrocketed.

21H ago
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Sindhu Vee on "The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh"

Stand-up comedian Sindhu Vee stars in the new TV series about an Indian family navigating life and neighborhood drama in America. Vee joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her role.

21H ago
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Opera Philadelphia reaches new audiences

Opera Philadelphia is lowering ticket prices to make opera more relevant and accessible. The move is drawing in some first-time audiences and boosting revenue. Scott MacFarlane goes backstage to explore this innovative strategy.

21H ago
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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.

12H ago
01:25

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.

Oct 28
04:10

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.

Mar 28
03:27

Apple's New IPhone 16 Series Launch In Stores In Kashmir, India

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.

19H ago

Apple Intelligence rollout begins

Your iPhone could become a whole lot smarter Monday with the launch of Apple Intelligence, introducing a slew of AI features on eligible devices. CNET editor-at-large Bridget Carey joined CBS News to discuss the new features.

Oct 28
03:12

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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.

2H ago

The Climate Election: The economy, explained

The economy remains one of the top concerns for voters just a week out from Election Day, but there's a major factor that experts say could cause significant harm to it: climate change. One study found that not limiting global temperature rise could cost $551 trillion, roughly 19 times the size of the entire U.S. economy.

20H ago
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Neil deGrasse Tyson shares cosmic journey

Neil deGrasse Tyson explores the cosmos in his new book, "Merlin's Tour of the Universe," where he answers readers' questions on galaxies, black holes and more. He joins "CBS Mornings" to share more his cosmic journey.

Oct 28
06:03

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World "miles short' of emissions goals to curb climate change, U.N. says

Greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere reached record highs in 2023, the U.N. warned, with countries falling "miles short" of what is needed to curb devastating global warming.

Oct 28

Why U.S. is seeing record-high October temps

In parts of the U.S., it's been spooky warm, with some places setting records for heat. As we get ready for Halloween, CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has been taking a closer look at these records and how climate change is heating up trick or treating.

Oct 25
03:10

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Journalist shot dead in Mexico amid wave of cartel violence

Radio host Mauricio Cruz Solis was a "source of inspiration and a tireless voice in the service of our community," the station said.

updated 34M ago

Brazilian au pair charged in double homicide pleads guilty to manslaughter

Juliana Peres Magalhães pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Tuesday in what prosecutors say was an elaborate double-murder scheme to frame a man in the stabbing of Christine Banfield.

14H ago

Paul Pelosi attacker David DePape sentenced to life term on state charges

The man who was convicted in the 2022 attack on the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday following his state trial.

9H ago

Dozens jailed in drug smuggling mega-trial: "Your honor, I played, I lost."

The multinational cocaine and cannabis trafficking enterprise was busted after investigators cracked encrypted messaging apps.

Oct 29

Officer accused in Andre Hill's murder takes stand: "I made a mistake"

Former Columbus officer Adam Coy said he rolled over Andre Hill's body, saw a pile of keys and realized there was no gun.

Oct 29

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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.

Oct 25
03:04

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.

Oct 25
03:01

Space station crew gets medical evaluation after record 235-day mission

The Crew Dragon splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico a month later than planned, setting a SpaceX endurance record in the process.

Oct 26

4 large asteroids, including 1 the size of a skyscraper, speed past Earth

Four huge asteroids — and a fifth that's much smaller — are passing Earth on Thursday in their closest approaches to the planet ever recorded.

Oct 24

Four space station crew members head for Friday return to Earth

Spending a month longer than planned aboard the ISS, three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut are finally headed home.

Oct 23

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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.

Sep 5
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Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case

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Jun 22
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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS

6H ago
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Report probes phone companies over robocalls

12H ago
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Harris struggles with Arab, Muslim voters

Vice President Kamala Harris is struggling to win the support of Arab and Muslim voters in Michigan. Four of them who voted for President Biden in 2020 explain why they will not vote for Harris on Election Day. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.

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Dozens killed in Israeli strike in Gaza

The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry said dozens of Palestinians were killed or missing after an Israeli airstrike hit a building where displaced families were sheltering Tuesday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.

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Harris makes final appeal to voters at the Ellipse

Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday gave her "closing argument" speech at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., a week before Election Day, the same park where former President Donald Trump spoke on Jan. 6, 2021, ahead of the Capitol insurrection. Meanwhile, Trump also held a rally in Allentown, Pennsylvania. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.

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