A look at close races ahead of midterms
Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke with candidates in two surprisingly tight races ahead of the midterms on Tuesday.
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Storm pummels Northeast, bringing rain, wind
The storm system that has been pounding the Northeast of the United States caused flooding Monday in New York, New Jersey and other states CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson has the latest on the storm.
"New evidence" proves shipwreck is Captain Cook's boat, museum says
New evidence was "critical to the identification of the wreck" of the Endeavour, the Australian National Maritime Museum said.
Rhode Island Rep.-elect Gabe Amo's priorities
The House Democratic Caucus is gaining a new member after the 2023 special election in Rhode Island. Rep.-elect Gabe Amo joins "America Decides" to discuss his top priorities as Congress has just days to avert a government shutdown.
U.S. rape suspect who allegedly faked death to be extradited from U.K.
The man in question denies being American rape suspect Nicholas Alahverdian and says he's a victim of mistaken identity.
Couple's scuba diving trip turns into mission to rescue baby shark
"It kind of looked at both of us ... got its equilibrium back and then swam off back to where it is supposed to be," Deb Dauphinais said.
Former White House aide wins Rhode Island Democratic House primary
If Gabe Amo defeats Republican Gerry Leonard in the general election, he will become the first person of color to represent Rhode Island in Congress.
Woman who posed as sick, wounded Marine gets nearly 6 years in prison
Sarah Jane Cavanaugh used her civilian position in the Department of Veterans Affairs to fraudulently access over $250,000 in benefits and aid meant for veterans.
States try out new programs to prevent fatal highway wrong-way crashes
An increasing number of states are installing warning systems designed to curb the number of deadly wrong-way highway collisions.
The Station Nightclub Fire: Who's Responsible?
Club owners opened up to "48 Hours" for the first time after deadly fire killed 100. Contributor Jim Axelrod reports.
Sneak peek: The Station Nightclub Fire
Club owners opened up for the first time after deadly fire kills 100. "48 Hours" contributor Jim Axelrod reports. Watch Saturday, Feb. 11 at 9/8c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Becorns: Whimsical creations sculpted from Nature
Rhode Island artist and toy designer David Bird was inspired to create fanciful, tiny sculptures out of acorns, sticks, ferns and feathers – art he has dubbed "Becorns" – which are attracting curious birds and wildlife (and plenty of humans, too). Correspondent Faith Salie reports.
Freshman becomes first woman to make Division I baseball roster
"For me, I always just wanted to play college baseball, no matter what division it was," said 18-year-old Olivia Pichardo.
Climate change measures on the line in the 2022 midterms
Three states have measures on their ballots that could have significant impact.
Magaziner takes Rhode Island House seat
Democrat Seth Magaziner will win the race for Rhode Island's 2nd Congressional District, CBS News projects. Republicans had been hopeful they could flip the seat red.
House races to watch in the 2022 midterms
There are just 5 days left until Election Day, with control of both houses of Congress at stake. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe takes a look at some races for the House of Representatives that could signal how the balance of power could shift.
GOP seeks to flip House seat in Rhode Island
Republican candidate Allan Fung is hoping to flip a House seat in Rhode Island. He spoke with CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe on "Red and Blue" about his economic goals, whether he'd want an endorsement from former President Trump, and how he became a Republican.
Final round of primaries held Tuesday
The last round of primary elections of 2022 were held in three states on Tuesday. Among the key races being watched is the GOP Senate primary in New Hampshire. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss that plus the Senate campaign in Pennsylvania.
A glass orb treasure hunt on Block Island
Since 2012, visitors have scoured Block Island, off the coast of Rhode Island, in search of hidden treasure: hand-blown glass orbs. Correspondent Martha Teichner talks to glass artists Eben Horton and Jennifer Nauck, who create the delicate prizes, and joins other "orbivores" (orb hunters) on the prowl. (Originally broadcast on February 6, 2022.)
Ex-Georgetown coach sentenced to 2 1/2 years in college bribery scandal
Former Georgetown University tennis coach Gordon Ernst has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for his role in the sprawling college admissions bribery scandal.
Remembering Ruby the rescue dog
Ruby, a rambunctious rescue dog, was in and out of a shelter before being adopted by the Rhode Island State Police. After being trained as a search and rescue dog, she made a life-saving and very serendipitous rescue.
Police dog featured in Netflix's "Rescued by Ruby" euthanized
Ruby was one of the first shelter dogs trained to serve with the Rhode Island State Police.
Woman charged with posing as wounded Marine Corps veteran
Cavanaugh falsely claimed she was being treated for lung cancer from exposure to burn pits in war zones and inhaling particulate matter from a bomb explosion, officials say.
Trump claims he's brought down prices, touts military bonuses in year-end address
In President Trump's speech Wednesday night, he touted new military bonuses, his tariffs and economic policies.
House passes GOP health care bill without ACA subsidy extension
The House has passed a GOP health care bill that does not include an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Witnesses' description of Brown shooter matches person of interest, police say
As the search entered its fifth day, authorities have so far been unable to identify a person of interest in the shooting that killed two students and wounded nine others over the weekend.
Trump expected to sign order reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III drug
President Trump is expected to sign an order that would reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, according to two sources, in one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.
U.S. strikes another alleged drug boat in Eastern Pacific, killing 4, Pentagon says
The U.S. military says it has conducted 26 strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels in the Eastern Pacific or Caribbean since early September, killing at least 99 people.
U.S. government admits fault in deadly midair collision that killed 67 near D.C.
A filing states that the crew of the Army Black Hawk helicopter failed to establish and maintain proper and safe visual separation with a regional American Eagle flight that was approaching Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C.
Dan Bongino leaving post as FBI deputy director next month
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino will be leaving his role in January, he announced in a social media post on Wednesday.
Rob and Michele Reiner's children speak out after brother's arrest
Jake and Romy Reiner released a statement on Wednesday, remembering their parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, as their best friends.
Powerball jackpot hits estimated $1.5 billion
The Powerball jackpot leaped to an estimated $1.5 billion after no one won Wednesday night's pot of gold of approximately $1.25 billion.