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Hillary Clinton's camp believes her New York primary win puts the Democratic front-runner well on her way to securing the party's presidential nomination

Hillary Clinton's camp believes her New York primary win puts the Democratic front-runner well on her way to securing the party's presidential nomination. But Bernie Sanders remains defiant, insisting he still has a path to the nomination. Campaign director for the Center for American Progress Action Fund and Democratic strategist Emily Tisch Sussman joins CBSN with more.

Apr 20, 2016
03:20

Fresh off his big New York win, Donald Trump has his eyes on securing 1,237 delegates in order to avoid a contested convention

Fresh off his big New York win, Donald Trump has his eyes on securing 1,237 delegates in order to avoid a contested convention. But Ted Cruz said Wednesday that the fight for the nomination is "definitely headed to Cleveland." CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with the latest.

Apr 20, 2016
04:20

John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," has some insight into the delegate math of the presidential campaign

John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," has some insight into the delegate math of the presidential campaign. The magic number of delegates on the GOP side has been reported as 1,237 -- but there might actually be some wiggle room.

Apr 20, 2016
01:51

After a blowout win in New York Tuesday, Donald Trump feels it's only a matter of time before he has the Republican nomination for president locked up

After a blowout win in New York Tuesday, Donald Trump feels it's only a matter of time before he has the Republican nomination for president locked up. Ted Cruz and John Kasich have other ideas. Major Garrett has more.

Apr 20, 2016
01:25

The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the April 20, 2016 edition.

The first criminal charges were filed in the water debacle in Flint, Michigan, after contaminated drinking water left more than 150 children poisoned by dangerously high levels of lead; one tiny island in Denmark has been able to get their greenhouse gas emissions down to virtually zero

Apr 20, 2016
20:46

After Donald Trump decimated his rival Republican candidates in the New York primary, Ted Cruz is trying to downplay the frontrunner's win

After Donald Trump decimated his rival Republican candidates in the New York primary, Ted Cruz is trying to downplay the frontrunner's win. Is it too late for the Texas senator to make a comeback? Former Huckabee Campaign communications director Hogan Gidley joins CBSN to discuss.

Apr 20, 2016
08:06

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Former Sen. Alan Simpson endorses John Kasich

The former Wyoming pol's backing comes after GOP front-runner Donald Trump's big victory in New York Tuesday night

Apr 20, 2016

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Ted Cruz: "Nobody is getting 1,237" delegates

The Texas senator guarantees that not even rival Donald Trump can clinch the GOP nomination before the party's July convention

Apr 20, 2016

Cruz had a dismal Tuesday, getting stomped in the New York GOP primary and possibly losing any chance of winning the Republican presidential nomination outright before the convention

Cruz had a dismal Tuesday, getting stomped in the New York GOP primary and possibly losing any chance of winning the Republican presidential nomination outright before the convention. CBSN's political panel offers insight into Cruz's options at this point.

Apr 20, 2016
04:45

Trump proclaimed, "We don't have much of a race anymore," after taking the New York GOP primary by a huge margin

Trump proclaimed, "We don't have much of a race anymore," after taking the New York GOP primary by a huge margin. CBSN's political panel breaks down how he did it and what it means for his campaign.

Apr 20, 2016
09:47

Trump, Clinton win in New York, buckle down for remaining primaries

Both candidates sounded like strident winners on Tuesday night, but they readily acknowledged the fight is not over

Apr 20, 2016

What exactly were voters in the Empire State looking for?

What exactly were voters in the Empire State looking for? For word on the exit polls, Demarco Morgan and Anthony Salvanto join CBSN.

Apr 20, 2016
03:49

How Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton won the New York primaries

What the exit polling says about the way the front-runners won their home state and what's ahead on the road to the nomination

Apr 20, 2016

A jubilant Trump plays Sinatra, savors victory

The Manhattan billionaire celebrates his New York win with a press conference where no questions were asked

Apr 19, 2016

Hillary Clinton may have slammed the door shut on Bernie Sanders with a big win in the New York Democratic primary

Hillary Clinton may have slammed the door shut on Bernie Sanders with a big win in the New York Democratic primary. She addressed supporters in Manhattan after picking up the win.

Apr 19, 2016
19:13

Bernie Sanders campaign staff in Brooklyn may not have a lot of experience, but they make up for it with passion

Bernie Sanders campaign staff in Brooklyn may not have a lot of experience, but they make up for it with passion. Kylie Atwood spoke with a few of the staffers to find out how they got involved.

Apr 19, 2016
01:58

Donald Trump picked up a home state win in the New York GOP primary Tuesday

Donald Trump picked up a home state win in the New York GOP primary Tuesday. After the race was called he gave a victory speech from Trump Tower.

Apr 19, 2016
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Cruz: I'm an outsider like Sanders

The Texas senator celebrates the "year of the outsider" before a crushing New York loss to Trump

Apr 20, 2016

John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," offers more insight into both the Republican and Democratic races in the Empire State

John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," offers more insight into both the Republican and Democratic races in the Empire State.

Apr 19, 2016
01:05

The Hillary Clinton campaign says it's not about how many points she wins by, as long she wins her home state

The Hillary Clinton campaign says it's not about how many points she wins by, as long she wins her home state. Bernie Sanders is arguing the close race in New York is a sign that he's catching fire after seven straight wins. Nancy Cordes reports.

Apr 19, 2016
01:28

CBS News projects that businessman Donald Trump will be the winner of the Republican primary in his home state

CBS News projects that businessman Donald Trump will be the winner of the Republican primary in his home state. It was a much-needed win for Trump, who was trying to regain momentum in his campaign after losses to Ted Cruz.

Apr 19, 2016
03:07

Senator Ted Cruz addresses supporters in Pennsylvania a week before that state's primary

Senator Ted Cruz addresses supporters in Pennsylvania a week before that state's primary. The senator questioned the direction of our country and touched on moments in history in his speech.

Apr 19, 2016
06:01

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Warren blasts Cruz for "sacrifice"

Massachusetts senator tears into Republican candidate's insistence that he's sacrificed mightily for his campaign

Apr 20, 2016

CBSN political contributers Rick Davis and Lynda Train join Real Clear Politics reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and CBS News senior politcal editor Steve Chaggaris to discuss what to expect in the final hours before NY polls close

CBSN political contributers Rick Davis and Lynda Train join Real Clear Politics reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and CBS News senior politcal editor Steve Chaggaris to discuss what to expect in the final hours before NY polls close.

Apr 19, 2016
19:52

What are New York values to people in New York?

Ted Cruz and Donald Trump have traded barbs over "New York values"; see what people in New York have to say

Apr 19, 2016

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect, halting deadly war in Lebanon

A ceasefire in Lebanon between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah appeared to be holding several hours after it began.

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After tariff threat, Trump selects Jamieson Greer as U.S. trade representative

If confirmed as trade representative, Jamieson Greer would be responsible for negotiating directly with foreign governments on trade deals and disputes.

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After Helene landslides, some parts of North Carolina not safe to rebuild

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Trump "border czar" Tom Homan vows "there is going to be a mass deportation"

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Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter

An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.

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Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico

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Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving

Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.

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Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history

Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.

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Jean Rather, the wife of former longtime CBS News anchor Dan Rather, died Tuesday at the age of 89 following a battle with cancer.

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Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico

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Here's why Trump thinks tariffs are good for the U.S.

President-elect Donald Trump is proposing sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office. Here's why.

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Best Buy says Trump tariffs could force it to raise consumer prices

Consumers could face higher prices for electronics if President-elect Donal Trump hits Canada, Mexico and China with new tariffs, Best Buy CEO said.

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Some tax refunds can come with hidden fees, government report warns

Americans paid an estimated $842 million in fees to cover advance loan refunds or refund anticipation checks last year.

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Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.

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After tariff threat, Trump selects Jamieson Greer as U.S. trade representative

If confirmed as trade representative, Jamieson Greer would be responsible for negotiating directly with foreign governments on trade deals and disputes.

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Court sketch of Alexander Smirnov, an FBI informant in Hunter Biden case

Trial of ex-FBI informant indicted for lying about Bidens delayed

Alexander Smirnov, an FBI informant, was accused of lying about President Biden and Hunter Biden and now faces new charges of tax evasion.

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Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.

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Mexico suggests it could retaliate with tariffs after Trump threat

Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico suffered from an influx of weapons smuggled in from the United States, and that drugs were a U.S. problem.

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Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history

Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.

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How to safely cook your turkey — and how long to keep leftovers

If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.

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Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines

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New White House rule expands GLP-1 access

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Floods and landslides in Indonesia kill at least 20 people

Torrential rain unleashed flooding and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island, killing 20 people and leaving at least two others missing.

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Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter

An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.

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The plan is to get close enough to tranquilize the animal with a hypodermic needle, airport officials said.

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Mexico suggests it could retaliate with tariffs after Trump threat

Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico suffered from an influx of weapons smuggled in from the United States, and that drugs were a U.S. problem.

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Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment

Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.

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Nov 26
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Danielle Pinnock talks "Ghosts"

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Colman Domingo on starring in "The Madness"

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AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams

British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.

Nov 26
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Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor

Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.

Nov 25

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.

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How AI can help to plan your next vacation

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Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.

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Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing

Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.

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How are U.S. winters permanently changing?

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Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing

Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.

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Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter

An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.

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Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight

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Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch

President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.

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SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch

President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.

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