1/27: Red and Blue
Biden signs orders on combating climate change; Biden pushing government to "Buy America"
Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris to move temporarily to Blair House
The vice president's residence at the Naval Observatory, where Harris will live, is undergoing repairs.
1/21: Red and Blue
Pres. Joe Biden's busy first full day in office; Amanda Gorman makes history at inauguration
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.
How HBCUs prepare people for leadership roles
"CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the importance of historically black colleges and universities and how they cultivate leaders like Vice President Kamala Harris, a Howard University alum.
White House site allows users to choose their pronouns
The changes may seem minor, but advocates say they're meaningful.
1/20: Red and Blue
President Biden and Vice President Harris sworn into office; President Trump issues dozens of last minute pardons
Biden's road to the White House
President Biden began his career in politics in 1973 as the junior United States senator from Delaware. Now, nearly 50 years after his journey began, he has taken office as the 46th president of the United States. Robert Hoopes, president of VOX Global and who served as Biden's chief of staff during the 2012 Democratic National Convention, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to reflect on the president's career in public service.
Biden works on packed legislative agenda
President Biden wasted no time getting to work after taking the oath of office. He signed several executive actions and prepared legislation to be sent to Congress. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran, and CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what is on the Biden administration's legislative agenda and how easy it will be to get it through Congress.
Kamala Harris won't be moving into vice president's residence immediately
Vice presidents since Vice President Walter Mondale have been living in the residence at the Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C.
What's on the agenda for Biden?
President Joe Biden faces challenges getting his priorities through Congress with a closely divided Senate. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how President Biden aims to bring Congress together and the prospects for another COVID-19 relief bill.
Moments to remember from Biden-Harris inauguration
The peaceful transfer of power went off without a hitch. Here are some of the extraordinary moments from the inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris.
Biden sets tone with call for unity
CBS News senior political analyst and "60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson discusses President Biden's inaugural speech and the challenges he faces in the White House.
Kamala Harris shatters race and gender barriers
Vice President Kamala Harris made history on Wednesday when she took the oath of office — and broke down multiple barriers. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion shares more.
Howard University students celebrate as Kamala Harris makes history
"You have proven that we, as Black women, no longer have to wait in line for the right moment to be the change we want to see in this nation," one student said. "...because of you, Madam Vice President, we are all speaking."
Howard University historian on Kamala Harris
Throughout his campaign, President Biden thanked Black voters for working to organize and protect democratic institutions, and he chose Kamala Harris as his vice president, making her the first Black woman to serve in the role. Dr. Nikki Taylor, a professor and the chairwoman of the history department at Howard University, Harris' alma mater, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss Harris making history.
Biden signs first executive actions as president
On his first day in office, President Biden signed several executive actions and orders — some of which reverse decisions made by his predecessor, former President Trump — on issues including the environment, immigration, the U.S. census and regulatory changes. Watch his remarks at the signing ceremony.
Harris swears in 3 Democratic senators
Vice President Kamala Harris drew applause when she returned to the Senate hours after taking the oath of office. Harris presided over the chamber and administered the oath of office to her replacement in Senate, Alex Padilla, and the winners of Georgia's runoff races, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, whose victories flipped control of the chamber to the Democrats. Watch the ceremony.
Biden's "Day One" executive orders
President Joe Biden used his first hours in office to sign 17 executive orders and actions on issues including the government's coronavirus response, immigration and climate change. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post White House reporter Sean Sullivan join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the immediate changes coming from the new administration.
Kamala Harris wears Black designers at inauguration
Michelle Obama also wowed in a monochrome outfit by a Black designer.
live updates
Watch Live: VP debate underway as Walz and Vance face off
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz are on stage for the CBS News vice presidential debate in New York.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
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.
Trump backs out of "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.
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.
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.
Sean "Diddy" Combs to face 120 accusers for alleged sexual abuse: Attorney
"It's shocking. Our youngest victim at the time of the occurrence was nine years old," Houston-based lawyer Tony Buzbee said.
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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.
Politics
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Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
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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Watch Live: VP debate underway as Walz and Vance face off
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz are on stage for 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.
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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.
World
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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.
Entertainment
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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.
Science
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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.
Space
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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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Notable Deaths in 2024
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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.
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
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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Walz stumbles on Tiananmen Square claim
CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan questioned Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz about a past claim that he was in Hong Kong during the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre. Walz reportedly didn't travel to Asia until August 1989, while the incident took place in the spring. Walz ended his response by saying he "got there that summer and misspoke on this."
Walz, Vance lay out campaigns' economic plans
The Wharton School says Harris and Trump campaigns' economic proposals would increase the national deficit. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell asked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance how they would pay for the plans without ballooning the deficit.
JD Vance responds to past Trump comments
During Tuesday's vice presidential debate, CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan asked Ohio Sen. JD Vance about his past comments criticizing former President Donald Trump. Vance said he was wrong about Trump and blamed Congress for challenges the former president faced during his administration.
Walz, Vance address Helene, climate change
During Tuesday night's vice presidential debate, "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell asked what responsibilities would the Trump and Harris administrations have to reduce the impact of climate change in the wake of Hurricane Helene's destruction across the Southeast. Watch how Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz responded to the question.
Tim Walz, JD Vance debate on immigration
During Tuesday's vice presidential debate, CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan asked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance about immigration. Ohio Sen. JD Vance claimed immigration policies enacted by Vice President Kamala Harris allowed the flow of fentanyl into the U.S. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz rebutted Vance and criticized former President Donald Trump for opposing a legislative solution to reforming immigration.