Harris announces funding to address racial gaps in COVID response
The grants will go to to community organizations that work to address gaps in the response to COVID-19, according to a government official.
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Harris announces $250 million grant funding
Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday announced that the Biden administration will invest $250 million in federal grants to community organizations that work to address gaps in the response to COVID-19, according to an official at the Department of Health and Human Services. CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano has more.
The ICC is launching a probe into alleged war crimes by Israel in Palestinian territories
This week, the International Criminal Court announced that is will investigate alleged Israeli war crimes in the Palestinian territories. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticized the move, saying the court has "no jurisdiction over this matter." Israel's former Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon joined "CBSN AM" to discuss the investigation and the future of U.S.-Israel relations.
Vice President Harris' foreign policy role
White House officials say Vice President Kamala Harris will prioritize cybersecurity and global health as part of her foreign policy role. CBS News White House reporter Tim Perry joins CBSN to explain.
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Kamala Harris plans to prioritize cybersecurity and global health in foreign policy platform
While the White House tackles domestic crises stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, Vice President Kamala Harris is looking beyond U.S. boundaries to develop her foreign policy portfolio.
U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 500,000
It was a somber day as the U.S. passed 500,000 coronavirus deaths. President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris held a moment of silence to pay tribute to the lives lost. Carter Evans reports.
Biden commemorates lives lost to COVID-19
President Biden spoke at the White House to mark the tragic milestone of 500,000 American lives lost to the COVID-19 pandemic. "We have to fight this together, as one people," he said. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell anchors this CBS News Special Report from Washington, D.C.
Harris promotes Biden's coronavirus relief bill
Vice President Kamala Harris met with female lawmakers and business leaders on Thursday to discuss President Biden's $1.9 trillion proposed coronavirus relief plan. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss when the bill could be passed by Congress.
Biden supports study of reparations
The White House says President Biden supports a study on the issue of reparations, and there has been some momentum behind a bill that would create a commission on it in recent years. Politico politics reporter Maya King joined "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss why that might not be enough to get Congress to pass the proposal.
Democrats to unveil sweeping immigration bill
CBS News has learned that after weeks of deliberations, congressional Democrats and the White House will unveil a sweeping immigration bill that would allow millions of undocumented immigrants to pursue legal status. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN to discuss the details, as well as the administration's latest pandemic efforts.
Watch Live: Harris hosts roundtable after Biden makes case for American Rescue Plan
Earlier in the day, the Senate passed a budget resolution — a key step for the Democratic-controlled Congress to pass the president's $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief proposal.
Johnson & Johnson seeks vaccine approval
Johnson and Johnson asked the Food and Drug Administration for emergency-use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine. Meanwhile on Capitol Hill, the Senate moved forward with a process that would allow Democrats to approve a relief bill without Republican support. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joined "CBSN AM" from Capitol Hill to discuss.
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Biden meets with GOP Senators on COVID relief; Trump impeachment lawyers leave defense team
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Lawmakers pushing for new stimulus relief bill; "Second gentleman" added to dictionary
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Biden signs orders on combating climate change; Biden pushing government to "Buy America"
Kamala Harris to move temporarily to Blair House
The vice president's residence at the Naval Observatory, where Harris will live, is undergoing repairs.
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Harris' sorority celebrates her new role
Vice President Kamala Harris shattered barriers when she was sworn in to hold the nation's second-highest office. The former California senator wore a strand of pearls during the inauguration in a nod to her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha. Glenda Glover, the international president and CEO of the sorority, joins CBSN to discuss Harris' new role.
Friends say Kamala Harris has always been fearless
Longtime friends say the nation's new vice president has never been one to back down from her ambitions.
Kamala Harris' friends say vice president is fearless
Longtime friends of the former California senator say she has always stood firm in her beliefs and ambitions. Gayle King reports.
Children of immigrants on Biden administration
Four years ago when Donald Trump was about to become president, these children of immigrants in a Maryland suburb were fearful. Now, four years later, Peter Van Sant checks back in with them to see what happened and how their lives changed. With the country seemingly torn apart, have these children found hope in new leadership?
Cindy McCain touts Biden as "ready" for presidency
The widow of the late Senator John McCain endorsed Joe Biden during the campaign. She tells Norah O'Donnell that Mr. Biden is "the perfect person" to be president during this tumultuous time.
Harris makes history as vice president
Vice President Kamala Harris broke several barriers as she took the oath of office Wednesday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on this historic moment, and CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what Harris' inauguration means for women, girls and people of color.
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VP debate live updates from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Democratic Gov. Tim Walz are facing off tonight in the CBS News vice presidential debate in New York.
Tim Walz and JD Vance's 2024 VP debate is tonight. Here's what to know.
The vice presidential showdown on Tuesday, Oct. 1, is expected to be the last debate before the November election.
Harris to be interviewed, Trump declines "60 Minutes" election special
Vice President Kamala Harris will be featured by "60 Minutes" on Monday, Oct. 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Former President Donald Trump has declined to participate, despite previously indicating otherwise.
Iran launches missile attack on Israel
Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but there were no reports of Israeli deaths. A U.S. official said the attack was "effectively defeated."
Race continues to find Helene survivors as death toll from storm rises
President Biden said Monday there were reports that 600 people were unaccounted for after Hurricane Helene.
John Amos, "Roots" and "Good Times" actor, dies at 84
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
6 killed in Tel Aviv shooting moments before missile attack by Iran
Police said two suspects were killed after opening fire on a boulevard in the Jaffa neighborhood in southern Tel Aviv.
Dockworkers go on strike at East and Gulf Coast ports
Thousands of dockworkers walked off the job at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts seeking higher pay and better job security in the face of automation.
Claudia Sheinbaum takes office as Mexico's first female president
Claudia Sheinbaum's presidential victory came 70 years after women won the right to vote in Mexico.
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Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
Frank Fritz, star of "American Pickers," dies at 60
Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers."
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VP debate live updates from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz are facing off tonight in the CBS News vice presidential debate in New York.
Ex-Jaguars employee who stole from team sues FanDuel for $250 million
Amit Patel, who is serving 6 1/2 years, filed a lawsuit claiming that FanDuel ignored its own responsible gambling and anti-money laundering protocols.
What to know about the CBS debate stage
The first and likely only vice presidential debate between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz will be held at the CBS Broadcast Center.
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How much do striking dockworkers make? Here are their salaries.
Thousands of East and Gulf Coast dockworkers are on strike and demanding higher pay. Here's how much they earn.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
What products could be affected by the port strike?
Dockworkers are walking picket lines at major East and Gulf coast ports, with consumers likely to feel the impact in coming weeks should it continue.
Airbnb giving Hurricane Helene victims free temporary housing
The company's nonprofit arm is partnering with local organizations to place displaced residents in free housing on a short-term basis.
CVS lays off 2,900 workers in cost-cutting move. Here's what to know.
CVS said it is cutting 2,900 workers, or about 1% of its workforce, as part of an effort to reduce costs by $2 billion.
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How election deniers are fueling the push to hand count ballots
Numerous studies have shown hand counting votes to be less accurate, but that has not stopped the conspiracy theories.
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VP debate live updates from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz are facing off tonight in the CBS News vice presidential debate in New York.
What to know about the CBS debate stage
The first and likely only vice presidential debate between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz will be held at the CBS Broadcast Center.
Jimmy Carter's Secret Service detail reflects on the assignment of a lifetime
CBS News visited Plains, Georgia, for an inside look at the political outsider's security detail on his 100th birthday.
Meet the moderators for tonight's VP debate, Norah O'Donnell and Margaret Brennan
CBS News' Norah O'Donnell and Margaret Brennan are moderating Tuesday's vice presidential debate in New York.
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Harris and Trump talk about insulin cost, but a law Walz signed does more
Gov. Tim Walz signed a law in 2020 that goes further to cut costs than other state laws. Now, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are vying for support from people with diabetes.
Home hospice care in the spotlight as Jimmy Carter turns 100
The vast majority of hospice patients choose to receive care at home, like 98-year-old Joan Prum of Connecticut — and former President Jimmy Carter.
The biggest health risks from Hurricane Helene flooding
Hurricane Helene's massive rains and flooding is a major health and safety risk for residents exposed to potential waterborne illnesses and other dangers.
The "Galaxy Gas" trend whipping up controversy on social media
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
Embattled Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre to resign
The Senate approved a resolution on Wednesday that was intended to hold Ralph de la Torre in criminal contempt for failing to testify before a committee.
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Claudia Sheinbaum takes office as Mexico's first female president
Claudia Sheinbaum's presidential victory came 70 years after women won the right to vote in Mexico.
6 killed in Tel Aviv shooting moments before missile attack by Iran
Police said two suspects were killed after opening fire on a boulevard in the Jaffa neighborhood in southern Tel Aviv.
Iran launches missile attack on Israel
Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but there were no reports of Israeli deaths. A U.S. official said the attack was "effectively defeated."
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Why Israel says it must go after Hezbollah on the ground in Lebanon
A U.S. official says Iran could be about to fire missiles at Israel, as Israel announces "limited, localized" operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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Frank Fritz, star of "American Pickers," dies at 60
Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers."
John Amos, "Roots" and "Good Times" actor, dies at 84
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Weezer reflect on 30 years of "The Blue Album"
Rivers Cuomo and Patrick Wilson, the two remaining original members, revisited their 1994 debut album as part of their "Voyage to the Blue Planet" tour.
Kate McKinnon on new book and life after SNL
The Emmy-winning comedian and former "SNL" star joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her first book, "The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science," a young readers' adventure about three sisters and a mad scientist.
Malcolm Gladwell on "The Tipping Point"
Nearly 25 years after "The Tipping Point" became a cultural phenomenon, Malcolm Gladwell returns with his latest work, "Revenge of the Tipping Point."
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Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
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.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
The science of how planes remain in the air
Aerospace engineer Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss how planes remain in the air, despite some scientific uncertainty. She also reveals details about her space-bound adventure and her "Stay Curious" book series.
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Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
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Man gets prison for cloning giant sheep for captive trophy hunting
Arthur "Jack" Schubarth allegedly used tissue and testicles from large sheep hunted in Central Asia and the U.S. to create hybrid sheep for captive trophy hunting.
Trump golf course plot not guilty plea
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect who allegedly plotted an assassination attempt in Florida against former President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to five counts against him Monday. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest after Routh's court appearance.
NYC Mayor Adams asks court to dismiss bribery charge
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is asking a judge to dismiss one of the five federal corruption charges against him.
Victims of modern slavery forced to work in U.K. McDonald's, BBC finds
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
Drug cartel surveillance cameras found on palm trees near border
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.
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Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
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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.
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
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Ex-CIA official on Iranian attack on Israel
Iran launched nearly 200 missiles at Israel on Tuesday in what the White House is calling "a significant escalation." So far, the Israeli military has reported no casualties from the attack. Andrew Boyd, former chief of operations at the CIA's Counterterrorism Mission Center, joins CBS News to examine the situation.
Sen. Katie Britt on JD Vance, VP debate
Republican Sen. Katie Britt of Alabama joins "America Decides" to discuss Tuesday night's vice presidential debate between Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
Walz, Vance set to square off in VP debate
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance of Ohio will face off in the vice presidential debate Tuesday evening from the CBS Broadcast Center in New York City. Nancy Cordes examines the significance the debate could play in a 2024 presidential race that polls are showing as very close in the battleground states.
How hand count conspiracies are gaining traction
Numerous studies have shown hand counting election ballots to be less accurate, more costly and more time-consuming. But that has not stopped voting conspiracies from gaining steam ahead of the November election. Major Garrett has more.
Harris, Trump campaigns vie for young voters
Both the Harris and Trump campaigns are spending millions of dollars on advertisements targeting specific demographics. Peter Hamby, founding partner at Puck and host of Snapchat's "Good Luck America," joins CBS News to discuss the role age and gender demographics play in the race for the White House.