How the National Archives preserves U.S. history
The National Archives in Washington, D.C., was inspired by ancient Rome and built to be a temple to history. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell got an inside look.
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NASA's "Hidden Figures" honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
World War I memorial unveiled in Washington, D.C.
A new World War I memorial paying tribute to the 4.7 million Americans who served in the military during the war has been unveiled in Washington, D.C. The memorial's centerpiece is a 60-foot long sculpture called "A Soldier's Journey."
Harris trying to secure Teamsters endorsement
Vice President Kamala Harris is in Washington on Monday for a roundtable with labor leaders at the Teamsters headquarters. The Teamsters Union still hasn't endorsed a candidate for the 2024 presidential election. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
D.C. police release bodycam footage showing fatal shooting of man
Justin Robinson was shot and killed by two police officers on Sunday, Sept. 1 after authorities responded to a report of a crash.
D.C. police officer accidentally killed while retrieving gun from storm drain
The officer was trying to retrieve a gun from a storm drain when it went off at least once, police said.
2 guilty in "brutal revenge killings" of man and woman kidnapped in D.C.
Two men were convicted in a complicated and deadly 2017 scheme to kidnap and murder a man and woman for revenge in Washington, D.C.
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Senators grill new Secret Service chief at Trump assassination attempt hearing
Secret Service Acting Director Ronald Rowe and FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate testified before the Senate Homeland Security and Judiciary Committees.
Israeli military intensifies Gaza operations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting the U.S. this week, but not everyone in Israel is happy about his decision to leave the country amid a nine-month war. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports.
Biden in D.C. after COVID-19 retreat
President Biden is back in Washington, D.C., after being treated for COVID-19 in Delaware. Kevin O'Connor, the president's physician, issued a memo detailing Mr. Biden's treatment and latest condition. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Women charged with killing "sugar daddy," cutting off thumb to access accounts
Two women face murder charges in the stabbing death of a man in Washington, D.C. Witnesses said he was a "sugar daddy" for at least one of the women.
NATO focus on Ukraine war against Russia
The NATO summit in Washington, D.C., will focus on Ukraine's potential future path into the alliance and aid to soldiers currently battling Russia. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis reports.
Boil water advisory issued for all of D.C., Arlington County due to algae blooms
The Washington Aqueduct is sourced from the Potomac River and serves as the public water supply for the D.C. area, Arlington County and other portions of Northern Virginia.
Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity
The Supreme Court's ruling extending presidential immunity to Donald Trump for official actions he took while in office will impact how special counsel Jack Smith handles his prosecution of the former president. CBS News' Jan Crawford, Scott Macfarlane and Jessica Levinson break down what will happen next.
Debate brews over U.S. alcohol guidelines
A battle is brewing in Washington, D.C., over America's alcohol guidelines. Julie Wernau, reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to explain what some of the proposed changes might look like and how they could affect your daily pour.
Stunning twist after man arrested in woman's cold case murder
In an unexpected twist, the daughter of victim Leslie Preer revealed that she once dated the suspect.
Boeing CEO grilled by lawmakers as new whistleblower claims emerge
Boeing CEO David Calhoun tells a Senate hearing his company's culture is "far from perfect" amid new whistleblower allegations.
What to know about Trump's trip to D.C.
Former President Donald Trump blasted the Biden presidency while visiting Washington, D.C. on Thursday, his first time back on Capitol Hill since before the Jan. 6, 2021, attack. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
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Jan. 6 offenders have paid fraction of restitution owed for damage to Capitol
CBS News' review of court-ordered Jan. 6 restitution payments finds little progress in reimbursing federal taxpayers.
Congressman's son steals the show during speech
Not many people get to be on the House floor during a congressional meeting, so when Rep. John Rose's 6-year-old son got the opportunity, he made sure it was memorable.
Examining the presidential transition process
The executive branch is preparing for what happens after the 2024 election, and the possibility they'll have to pack up and make way for a new administration. The Partnership for Public Service, a Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit, breaks the transition into three phases -- with one already underway. President and CEO Max Stier joins CBS News to take a deeper look at the lengthy process.
D.C. zoo to receive 2 pandas from China
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., announced Wednesday it will receive a pair of giant pandas from China later this year. Bao Li and Qing Bao will replace three pandas who returned home to China in November.
Congress fails to install plaque honoring Jan. 6 police officers
Top House Democrats are wondering why a small plaque to honor police officers who saved the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 was not completed or installed by the March 2023 deadline required by law — and still hasn't been. Congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Young congressional staffers deal with threats
Many younger congressional staffers and interns are the people who end up manning the phones and social media accounts when the public calls in or posts threats. Scott MacFarlane takes a look at how they handle these threats.
Major Garrett reflects on grand jury service
For five weeks, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett served on a grand jury in the District of Columbia. On Wednesday, Garrett returned to "America Decides" and reflected on what he took from the experience.
People under Hurricane Erin evacuation orders warned to "take action now"
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
Judge declines to unseal grand jury material in Jeffrey Epstein case
A federal judge in New York on Wednesday declined the federal government's request to unseal grand jury material in the Jeffrey Epstein case.
U.S. to probe "anti-American" views of those applying for immigration benefits
The Trump administration has directed officials to probe any "anti-American" views and activities of immigrants applying for immigration benefits like green cards and work permits.
Texas House poised to advance controversial Republican redistricting plan
House Bill 4, the redistricting legislation, is the only item on the lawmakers' agenda when they reconvene on Wednesday.
Popular musician who glorified drug cartels shot dead in parking lot
Ernesto Barajas was gunned down in the city of Zapopan, police said. Another man died in the attack and a woman was injured.
California resident in Lake Tahoe area tests positive for plague
Public health officials said the person may have been bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area.
Unidentified flying object crashes and explodes in Poland
Local police said they received reports of the crash around 2 a.m. and found burned metal and plastic debris at the scene.
Judge blocks Texas law requiring Ten Commandments displayed in classrooms
A federal judge temporarily blocked a Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, ruling it likely violates the First Amendment.
DNA testing confirms Travis Decker is sole suspect in murders of daughters
Travis Decker is accused of killing his three young daughters, whose bodies were found near a campground in central Washington.