NASA and Boeing make plans for second Starliner test flight
The follow-on test flight will come a full year after problems marred an initial mission
International Space Station
Female astronaut prepares to make history
Jeanette Epps will join Boeing's first "operational" crewed mission next year and become the first Black woman on an extended mission to the International Space Station.
NASA sets date for next SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
The first operational Crew Dragon flight will carry four astronauts to the space station for a six-month stay.
Astronauts describe thrilling SpaceX splashdown
With a piloted test flight complete, NASA hopes to certify the SpaceX capsule for operational missions.
SpaceX splashdown marks a milestone
When the SpaceX "Endeavour" capsule splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico Sunday afternoon, it marked the successful end of the first U.S. commercial manned space mission. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins CBSN's Lana Zak with details on the historic day, which had been 10 years in the making.
SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts splash down after historic test flight
Sunday's splashdown was the first by U.S. astronauts in 45 years, with the first commercially built and operated spacecraft to carry people to and from orbit.
NASA astronauts return to Earth in dramatic splashdown
Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken, two NASA astronauts, returned to Earth in a dramatic, retro-style splashdown, their capsule parachuting into the Gulf of Mexico to close out an unprecedented test flight by Elon Musk's SpaceX company. Watch their landing and and commentary from CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood and retired Air Force veteran Colonel Scott Caine.
SpaceX Crew Dragon heads for Sunday splashdown
Splashdown will set the stage for operational Crew Dragon flights to begin later this year.
Crew Dragon prepped for weekend splashdown
The Crew Dragon splashdown will be NASA's first astronaut water landing in 45 years.
Russian cargo ship sent to space station with nearly 3 tons of supplies
The Progress cargo ship docked at the International Space Station after a speedy two-orbit rendezvous.
Spacewalk shifts focus to future upgrades
With their battery replacement work complete, two NASA spacewalkers focus on future upgrades.
NASA targets August 2 splashdown for Crew Dragon astronauts
The splashdown will mark the first water landing for U.S. astronauts in 45 years.
Spacewalkers in home stretch of station upgrade
With two final spacewalks, a multi-year upgrade of the space station's power system will finally be complete.
Chocolate chip cookies to be baked aboard space station
An upgraded Northrop Grumman Antares rocket roared to life and vaulted into orbit Saturday for a flight to deliver 3.7 tons of crew supplies and equipment to the International Space Station. Also on board: a compact oven that will be used to bake the first cookies in orbit.
SpaceX launches Dragon cargo ship to space station
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket vaulted away from the Florida coast Thursday and climbed smoothly into orbit, putting a Dragon cargo ship on course for a three-day flight to the International Space Station. Watch the launch.
Stunning video from space shows comet soaring past Earth
Astronauts captured the once-in-a-lifetime cosmic fireworks show from space.
NASA, Boeing work to resume Starliner flights
Some 80 recommendations are being implemented to prevent a repeat of problems marring the previous Starliner test flight.
Second spacewalk in a row to upgrade station
Spacewalking astronauts are picking up where they left off, with another round of space station battery replacements.
Astronauts complete 6-hour spacewalk
Two NASA astronauts conducted a spacewalk Friday to upgrade the power system on the International Space Station. CBSN has details.
Spacewalk begins final phase of power upgrade
The space station's new batteries should keep the lab running smoothly for the remainder of its orbital life.
NASA aims for early August splashdown for Crew Dragon
Up to four spacewalks are planned to finish a space station power upgrade, clearing decks for early Crew Dragon return in early August.
A 2024 moon landing? NASA space chief makes no guarantees
Kathy Lueders, the first woman to run NASA's human spaceflight directorate, brings a steady hand to agency's showcase program
Successful manned SpaceX launch
SpaceX successfully launched its Falcon 9 rocket carrying a Crew Dragon spacecraft with two astronauts to the International Space Station. Parts of the Falcon 9 landed successfully back on Earth to be used again for future missions. Retired Air Force Colonel Scott Caine joined CBSN to discuss this historic moment.
SpaceX readies for historic launch
Saturday's liftoff of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to the International Space Station will be the first time humans will be launched by a private company's rocket. Retired Air Force Colonel Scott Caine joined CBSN to discuss this historic moment.
Astronauts describe first ride aboard SpaceX Crew Dragon
SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts say the ship is living up to high-tech expectations — but there was one rougher moment.
Trump directs Pentagon to use "all available funds" to pay troops amid shutdown
The government shutdown entered its 11th day Saturday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan.
Diane Keaton, star of "Annie Hall" and "Father of the Bride," dies at 79
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Israel awaits the release of hostages as aid begins to flow into Gaza
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continues to hold as aid begins to flow into the Gaza Strip.
Biden undergoing radiation therapy, spokesperson says
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
Appeals court temporarily blocks deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago
The Defense Department announced earlier this week that about 200 National Guard soldiers from Texas and another 300 from Illinois were federalized and sent to the Chicago area.
No survivors after blast at Tennessee military explosives plant, sheriff says
Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis confirmed 16 victims in the blast at a news conference on Saturday night.
5 hospitalized after helicopter crashes in busy oceanfront area of Huntington Beach
Two people onboard the helicopter and three people on the street were hospitalized for injuries suffered in the crash.
Zelenskyy urges Trump to broker peace in Ukraine after very "productive" call
The Ukrainian leader wrote in a social media post that if a war can be stopped in one region, "surely other wars can be stopped as well."
A wife is accused of her husband's murder. Can she clear her name?
Alison Davis says she woke up to find her husband, Kevin Davis, face down in a pool of blood inside their New Haven, Indiana, home. She says he fell down the stairs. But after an autopsy report, police came to a different conclusion.