Fetterman and Oz face off in high-stakes debate in Pennsylvania Senate race
Two weeks from Election Day, their race for Pennsylvania's Senate seat is a toss-up.
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College cancer survivor gives back
Tucker Haas was just two years older when he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Fraternity members at Penn State University took him under their wing. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen traveled to State College, Pennsylvania to see how Haas, who is now a senior at PSU himself, is paying it forward.
Fetterman, Oz face off in Senate debate
Tuesday night was the first and only debate between Pennsylvania's two Senate candidates, Democratic Lt. Governor John Fetterman and his Republican opponent Dr. Mehmet Oz. The health and fitness of Fetterman was a focus, after he had a stroke in May. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports.
Poll: Shapiro maintains lead against Mastriano in race for Pennsylvania governor
Josh Shapiro is well liked, while Doug Mastriano is viewed as extreme.
Critical debate in Pennsylvania Senate race
Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz faced off in Pennsylvania in their only debate in a race that could determine control of the Senate. Polls show a tightening race. L.A. police are investigating whether the recording of City Council members' racist remarks in a private meeting in 2021 was recorded illegally. It sparked a sandal. And Wednesday night’s estimated $700 million Powerball jackpot ranks as the game’s 5th largest ever.
Fetterman and Oz clash in debate
Pennsylvania's two candidates for Senate, Democratic Lt. Gov. John Fetterman and Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz, faced off Tuesday in their only debate. CBS Pittsburgh's Seth Kaplan reports from Harrisburg on the high-stakes debate in one of the most closely-watched Senate races in the country.
Pennsylvania Senate candidates to debate
In the race for Senate in Pennsylvania, Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman and Dr. Mehmet Oz meet for their only debate Tuesday. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins John Dickerson from Harrisburg with the latest on the race.
Fetterman and Oz to debate in Senate race
There is a high-stakes face-off in one of the nation's most closely watched midterm election races -- the Pennsylvania Senate race. A CBS News Battleground Tracker shows it's a toss-up, with Democrat John Fetterman just two points ahead of Republican Mehmet Oz. Robert Costa takes a look.
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Expectations for Pennsylvania debate
CBS News polling shows the economy is top of mind for voters in Pennsylvania. Democrat John Fetterman is facing off against Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz in a key Senate race there. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest.
Pennsylvania Senate race tightening
The latest CBS News Battleground Tracker poll shows a tight Senate race between Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Mehmet Oz. CBS News' executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the race.
Pennsylvania U.S. Senate candidates to debate
Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Mehmet Oz will go head to head in the only debate for Pennsylvania's open Senate seat Tuesday night. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice breaks down what to expect.
Fetterman, Oz in dead heat ahead of debate
The latest CBS News Battleground Tracker polling shows Pennsylvania Senate candidates Lt. Gov. John Fetterman and Dr. Mehmet Oz in a dead heat Tuesday ahead of their first and only debate before Election Day. CBS News political director Fin Gomez discussed how voters in the key state view both candidates.
Soldier killed, 3 injured in military vehicle crash in Pennsylvania
Gov. Tom Wolf ordered all U.S. and state flags, including at the state Capitol, to fly at half-staff in honor of Shay.
Pennsylvania U.S. Senate debate tonight
Senate candidates in Pennsylvania will face off tonight in their first and only debate. CBS News Battleground Tracker polling shows the Democrat, Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman, just 2 points ahead of Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports from Pennsylvania, and then CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright and CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez discuss the race.
Pennsylvania voters discuss state of the country
With an open seat for governor and the closest Senate race in the country, Pennsylvania is an instrumental swing state in the upcoming midterm elections. Part of our "Three Meals" series, CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan speaks with Pennsylvania voters about the issues they’re most concerned about.
Fetterman, Oz meet for anticipated debate
For the first and only time, Pennsylvania's Lt. Gov. John Fetterman and his Republican challenger, Dr. Mehmet Oz, will meet for a debate. The two are facing off for the open Senate seat in Pennsylvania. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports.
Fetterman, Oz set to debate Tuesday
Candidates in multiple states are facing off for debates this week, including in the key Pennsylvania Senate race. Senate candidates Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, a Democrat, and Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz are meeting on the debate stage for the only time before Election Day. CBS News' chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest from the Keystone State.
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Pennsylvania Senate candidates to debate Tuesday; Pelosi "confident" on midterms despite polls.
Trump pushes for mail-in voting repeal
CBS News has learned that former President Trump is pushing lawmakers in Pennsylvania to repeal a 2019 bipartisan law that allowed for no-excuse mail-in voting. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns explains the latest on that report, and gives a preview of Monday's "Red & Blue."
Trump is encouraging Pennsylvania state lawmakers to repeal mail-in voting law
Act 77 is the 2019 Pennsylvania law that allows "no-excuse" mail-in voting for any voter in the state.
Candidates make closing midterms pitch to voters
CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on the closing arguments from candidates in high-profile midterm races in Pennsylvania, Arizona, Ohio and Texas.
Biden campaigns for Dems in Pennsylvania
President Biden traveled to Pennsylvania Thursday to tout his infrastructure plan and rally support for Democratic Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, in his Senate race against Republican challenger Dr. Mehmet Oz. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins John Dickerson to discuss the race.
Biden touts infrastructure bill in Pittsburgh
President Biden traveled to Pennsylvania on Thursday and touted the impact of the bipartisan infrastructure bill during a stop in Pittsburgh. CBS News’ Lana Zak and Nikki Battiste spoke with CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Jon Delano, money and politics editor for CBS station KDKA-TV in Pittsburgh.
Biden visits Pittsburgh to see construction on bridge that collapsed in January
President Biden visited Pittsburgh's Fern Hollow Bridge, which is being rebuilt after collapsing early this year.
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah killed in Israeli strike in Beirut
Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, was killed in an airstrike in Lebanon's capital Beirut.
Who was Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed during a massive airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon on Friday.
Helene slams Southeast, killing at least 45 people; millions without power
Millions of customers in several states were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Harris vows to keep Biden's border crackdown
During a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border, Vice President Kamala Harris said she intends to keep President Biden's asylum crackdown in place.
Maps show voter registration options and deadlines for 2024 election
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
Mark Robinson, North Carolina GOP gubernatorial candidate, treated for burns
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Pope promises to help abuse victims after meeting survivors in Belgium
On Saturday, Pope Francis acknowledged that the abuse scandal had created "atrocious suffering and wounds," and undermined the faith.
White Sox set MLB record with 121st loss of the season
The record comes in a season in which the White Sox had multiple double-digit losing streaks and fired manager Pedro Grifol.
A birth injury left him in agony. A complex surgery "changed everything"
Tyler Theroux was born with a brachial plexus injury that would eventually leave him depressed and in extreme pain. A complex surgery finally provided relief.
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Maps show voter registration options and deadlines for 2024 election
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
Arkansas couple accused of trying to sell baby for beer, money
Darien Urban, 21, and Shalene Ehlers, 20, the baby's parents were arrested after they allegedly tried to sell their 2-month-old baby because having three dogs and an infant was "not working."
Mark Robinson, North Carolina GOP gubernatorial candidate, treated for burns
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Ohio man's Halloween display becomes source of joy to cancer patient
Bill Pyles' Halloween display in Oxford, Ohio, often resulted in a steady stream of hate mail from angry neighbors.
Army doctor reaches plea deal in sexual misconduct case
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
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Southwest is renovating its cabins. Here's what the planes will look like.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Hurricane Helene hits homeowners already facing soaring insurance costs
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
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Maps show voter registration options and deadlines for 2024 election
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
Mark Robinson, North Carolina GOP gubernatorial candidate, treated for burns
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Supreme Court denies RFK Jr.'s bid to be reinstated to New York ballot
Despite suspending his campaign, the independent presidential candidate was fighting to have his name restored to the state's ballot.
How the VP debate rules will work for the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Here are the rules of the CBS News vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
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A birth injury left him in agony. A complex surgery "changed everything"
Tyler Theroux was born with a brachial plexus injury that would eventually leave him depressed and in extreme pain. A complex surgery finally provided relief.
Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
USDA had cut back on listeria testing, ahead of deadly Boar's Head outbreak
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
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Pope promises to help abuse victims after meeting survivors in Belgium
On Saturday, Pope Francis acknowledged that the abuse scandal had created "atrocious suffering and wounds," and undermined the faith.
Naomi Campbell, banned from running charity, calls probe "flawed"
A U.K. watchdog identified "multiple instances of misconduct" in the running of Campbell's charity Fashion for Relief.
At least 32 dead after flooding in Nepal's capital; another dozen missing
Flooding caused by rainfall has killed at least 32 people in Nepal's capital of Kathmandu. Another 12 are missing, police said Saturday.
At least 17 killed in 2 mass shootings in the same town in South Africa
A search was underway for the suspects, national police spokesperson Brig. Athlenda Mathe said in a statement regarding the two mass shootings in South Africa.
Who was Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed during a massive airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon on Friday.
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2024 New York Film Festival opens with star-filled lineup
The festival, which runs through Oct. 14, features new films starring Adrien Brody, Daniel Craig, Tilda Swinton, Julianne Moore, Saoirse Ronan, Naomi Watts and Bill Murray.
Richard Powers talks new book "Playground"
Richard Powers has been writing for decades, after a career as a computer programmer. In 2019, his nature-inspired book "The Overstory" took home a Pulitzer Prize. His newest book, "Playground," also focuses on the natural world, this time paying homage to our oceans, celebrating their beauty and raising concern for the future. Jeff Glor has more.
How V.E. Schwab is redefining fantasy
Author V.E. Schwab has written nearly two dozen books since making her debut in 2011. Her novels feature modern characters and twisty plots, and are helping redefine the fantasy genre. Dana Jacobson has more.
Preview: Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of Coldplay
In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 29, correspondent Anthony Mason talks with Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of the rock band Coldplay about their massively-successful world tour.
Recipe: Ina Garten's Fresh Whiskey Sours
A simple cocktail recipe, from the author of the New York Times bestseller, "Barefoot Contessa at Home."
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Top staff leave OpenAI amid for-profit push
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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.
Here are the celebrity voices Meta now uses for its AI chatbots
Meta AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
Bieber song about "'Diddy' party" is likely AI-generated, researchers say
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
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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.
Climate change views in Florida and Texas
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Why are houses collapsing on Outer Banks?
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
California officials on climate change laws
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
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Arkansas couple accused of trying to sell baby for beer, money
Darien Urban, 21, and Shalene Ehlers, 20, the baby's parents were arrested after they allegedly tried to sell their 2-month-old baby because having three dogs and an infant was "not working."
At least 17 killed in 2 mass shootings in the same town in South Africa
A search was underway for the suspects, national police spokesperson Brig. Athlenda Mathe said in a statement regarding the two mass shootings in South Africa.
Army doctor reaches plea deal in sexual misconduct case
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
Eric Adams pleads not guilty
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared in court Friday and pleaded not guilty to federal charges against him. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court while the Adams' arraignment took place.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was arraigned Friday, a day after a federal indictment outlined alleged crimes Adams carried out involving a foreign government. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court.
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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
2 cosmonauts, NASA astronaut return to Earth after marathon mission
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
Earth will get a second moon for nearly 57 days this year
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
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The Wild Feathers perform “Stereo"
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Richard Powers talks new book "Playground"
Richard Powers has been writing for decades, after a career as a computer programmer. In 2019, his nature-inspired book "The Overstory" took home a Pulitzer Prize. His newest book, "Playground," also focuses on the natural world, this time paying homage to our oceans, celebrating their beauty and raising concern for the future. Jeff Glor has more.
The Dish: Edward Lee
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