Consumer confidence skids to 18-month low
Consumers' expectations for the future dropped to the lowest point since October 2016, rattled by the shutdown
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Most recalled IRS workers not showing up to work
The IRS recalled 26,000 workers without pay to process tax refunds, but many haven't shown up this week
Could aviation strike end government shutdown?
As workers miss a full month of pay, some labor leaders say a massive strike can bring the shutdown to an end
More federal workers seeking new jobs during shutdown
Website's data show a spike in job searches from workers at agencies that have gone unfunded — and it's spreading
Federal jobs aren't the middle-class ticket they used to be
A U.S. government job was once cherished for offering stable work and decent pay -- then politics happened
What government shutdown means for mortgages
Many can expect minor delays -- or worse -- with the already complicated process of getting and managing a mortgage
Schieffer: The high costs of the government shutdown
Says ordinary folks have been the losers of Congress' partisan games, which have kept lawmakers from dealing with real problems
Voices of the shutdown: "I had everybody cancel"
Owner of bed and breakfast in Custer, S.D., had all her guests cancel their stay because Mount Rushmore is closed
Fragile global markets a major worry
Investment advisor Jim Jubak worries that machinations in Washington could have a ripple effect on the economy
CEO believes market volatility will continue
Anthony Mirhaydari of Mirhaydari Capital Management believes a prolonged government shutdown could contribute to increased volatility
Fmr. GOP Rep.: "Restructure Congress" to prevent recurring crises
Former Rep. Bob Walker, R-Pa., offers his take on the government shutdowns of the 1990s, the current shutdown, and how to prevent another crisis
Government shutdown drives up jobless claims
More Americans applied for unemployment aid last week amid move by some companies to furlough employees
Lack of trust between leaders dragging out shutdown
Mike McCurry, who was White House press secretary under Bill Clinton, describes how the shutdowns of the 1990s compare to today
One-man "Memorial Militia" cleans up National Mall
South Carolina artist Chris Cox is volunteering to help keep the Mall tidy as National Park Service employees are furloughed
Are there enough House votes to end the shutdown?
A CBS News estimate reveals that the votes are not quite there - but it's very close
Debt ceiling: Understanding what's at stake
The clock is ticking for Congress to raise the government's borrowing limit -- but what happens if lawmakers fail?
How the government shutdown could end
The government enters its seventh day of shutdown while Congress barrels toward an Oct. 17 deadline to raise the debt ceiling
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How some blue-collar workers are voting in Pennsylvania
Blue-collar workers and other Pennsylvania voters spoke to "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil about which candidate they think could promise the best future for them.
Meadows: Trump didn't order declassification of Russia probe documents
The White House chief of staff said Trump's tweets about the Russia probe this month "were not self-executing declassification orders."
Trump attorneys and House Dems fight over subpoena for financial records
Democrats on the House Oversight and Reform Committee are trying to enforce a 2019 subpoena of President Trump's financial records from his accounting firm.
Threatening emails sent to Florida voters linked to overseas servers
The emails warned Florida residents to "vote for Trump on Election Day or we will come after you."
Former top CIA analyst on al Qaeda, Iraq and 9/11
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Kristin Wood about her time at the CIA briefing Scooter Libby and then-Vice President Dick Cheney as a backup briefer.
Hundreds of parents separated from kids at the border remain "unreachable"
Advocates are on the ground in Central America looking for the "unreachable" parents of 545 children who could be eligible for court-mandated reunifications.
Early in-person voting begins in Wisconsin
There was steady turnout and long lines in some parts of the state Tuesday.
Trump walks out of "60 Minutes" interview
The interview, which was taped at the White House, is slated to run on Sunday.
How do I vote in my state in the 2020 election?
COVID-19 is changing the way we'll cast our ballots this year, with many searching for absentee options. Here's CBS News' look at voting across the U.S. — America decides: States and dates.
Former RNC Chairman Michael Steele endorses Biden
"Now, I'm a lifelong Republican – and I'm still a Republican. But this ballot is how we restore the soul of our nation," said Michael Steele, who called Joe Biden "a good man."
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2 students facing possible charges over teacher's beheading
The killing of Samuel Paty has shocked the country and prompted a government crackdown on radical Islam.
Nigerian forces accused of killing anti-police brutality protesters
Biden calls on Nigeria's leader and military to "cease the violent crackdown" as protesters claim uniformed men "kept on shooting and shooting at us."
Hundreds of parents separated from kids at the border remain "unreachable"
Advocates are on the ground in Central America looking for the "unreachable" parents of 545 children who could be eligible for court-mandated reunifications.
Man convicted of murdering reporter on submarine briefly escapes jail
Few details available on short-lived escape of Peter Madsen, Dane sentenced to life for grisly killing of Kim Wall on his homemade sub.
Ireland is first EU country to return to coronavirus lockdown
"Everyone in the country is being asked to stay at home," Prime Minister Micheal Martin said in a national address.
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How some blue-collar workers are voting in Pennsylvania
Blue-collar workers and other Pennsylvania voters spoke to "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil about which candidate they think could promise the best future for them.
Live Updates: U.S. reports more than 60,000 new COVID-19 cases
In at least four Midwestern states — South Dakota, Iowa, Idaho and Wisconsin — an alarming 20% of recent tests are positive.
Coronavirus cases surge in the U.S.
Hospitals are overwhelmed in parts of the rural Midwest, unable to keep up with the rise of new patients sick with COVID-19.
Woman dies 2 months after being found alive at funeral home
"This is the second time our beloved Timesha has been pronounced dead, but this time she isn't coming back," the family said.
Meadows: Trump didn't order declassification of Russia probe documents
The White House chief of staff said Trump's tweets about the Russia probe this month "were not self-executing declassification orders."
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How some blue-collar workers are voting in Pennsylvania
Blue-collar workers and other Pennsylvania voters spoke to "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil about which candidate they think could promise the best future for them.
Meadows: Trump didn't order declassification of Russia probe documents
The White House chief of staff said Trump's tweets about the Russia probe this month "were not self-executing declassification orders."
Trump attorneys and House Dems fight over subpoena for financial records
Democrats on the House Oversight and Reform Committee are trying to enforce a 2019 subpoena of President Trump's financial records from his accounting firm.
Threatening emails sent to Florida voters linked to overseas servers
The emails warned Florida residents to "vote for Trump on Election Day or we will come after you."
Former top CIA analyst on al Qaeda, Iraq and 9/11
On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell speaks with Kristin Wood about her time at the CIA briefing Scooter Libby and then-Vice President Dick Cheney as a backup briefer.
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Using protest music to inspire in the "I Can't Breathe" era
"I Can't Breathe/Music for the Movement" reimagines three historically significant protest songs for the current moment and adds one new original track.
Disneyland and other theme parks face strict reopening guidelines
Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood will have to wait until their counties reach the least restrictive yellow tier before they can reopen with limited capacity.
Smithsonian museum displays Kobe Bryant's 2008 Finals jersey
Bryant donated it to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in 2017.
Ashley McBryde on co-hosting 2020 CMT Awards
Country star Ashley McBryde is co-hosting the 2020 CMT Music Awards. She joins "CBS This Morning" live from Nashville to discuss her first-time hosting gig. McBryde also shares how she turned to music to get herself through the pandemic, and the honor of playing legendary country star Loretta Lynn's guitar.
Jeff Bridges says he's been diagnosed with lymphoma
The Oscar-winning actor said he's starting treatment and the "prognosis is good."
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GM expected to announce details of GMC Hummer EV
The zero-emissions "supertruck" is among 20 electric models the company plans to develop and sell globally by 2023.
Department of Justice sues Google for antitrust violation
Feds and 11 states charge that search giant paid billions to carriers and web browsers to maintain its dominance.
SpaceX launches another 60 Starlink satellites
It was the first of two planned Starlink launchings in just three days.
Anti-abortion rights group says Facebook blocked ads over "debunked" facts
A conservative blog that marked the ads' claims as "partly false" has since posted an apology and retracted its fact check.
Twitter eases hacked materials policy after blocking Hunter Biden story
Twitter initially blocked a New York Post story based on alleged emails taken from his personal laptop.
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Epsilon strengthens into a hurricane
Epsilon is the earliest 26th named storm in a record-breaking hurricane season.
NASA asteroid mission declares "touchdown"
The dramatic effort to collect a sample is the centerpiece of an $800 million mission.
Colorado wildfires show "climate change is here and now"
As bad as this year has been, scientists warn it's "unlikely that the records from 2020 will stand for long."
7.5 magnitude Alaska earthquake triggers tsunami advisory
The powerful earthquake struck off the Alaska Peninsula on Monday afternoon. There were no immediate reports of damage.
This artist created a grocery store made entirely of plastic
"The Plastic Bag Store" will open for three weeks in New York City's Times Square.
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Live Updates: U.S. reports more than 60,000 new COVID-19 cases
In at least four Midwestern states — South Dakota, Iowa, Idaho and Wisconsin — an alarming 20% of recent tests are positive.
Coronavirus cases surge in the U.S.
Hospitals are overwhelmed in parts of the rural Midwest, unable to keep up with the rise of new patients sick with COVID-19.
42 coronavirus cases linked to massive church event in Maine
The church has routinely held indoor services of 70-100 people, during which "masks were available, but not routinely used."
How does coronavirus spread? When will a vaccine be available? Your questions, answered
Here are answers to some of your questions about COVID-19 as the U.S. sees a spike in new cases.
Rural hospitals impacted as COVID-19 cases soar nationwide
Coronavirus hospitalizations are rising in 37 states, and rural hospitals are feeling the brunt of the fall surge.
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Workers being laid off twice as COVID ripples through economy
As PPP business loans run out, economists see a second wave of layoffs. "It feels completely arbitrary," said one worker made jobless.
Department of Justice sues Google for antitrust violation
Department of Justice and 11 states allege the search giant paid billions to Apple and others to maintain its dominance.
GM expected to announce details of GMC Hummer EV
The zero-emissions "supertruck" is among 20 electric models the company plans to develop and sell globally by 2023.
Bike sales surged during pandemic. Now thefts are up, too
A rise in thefts of two-wheelers has experts recommending multiple locks to prevent thieves from stealing bikes.
Disneyland and other theme parks face strict reopening guidelines
Disneyland and Universal Studios Hollywood will have to wait until their counties reach the least restrictive yellow tier before they can reopen with limited capacity.
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Breonna Taylor grand jury "didn't agree that certain actions were justified"
A Breonna Taylor case grand juror took issue Tuesday with the Kentucky AG's characterization of the panel's proceedings.
2 students facing possible charges over teacher's beheading
The killing of Samuel Paty has shocked the country and prompted a government crackdown on radical Islam.
Inside the FBI's race to stop Austin, Texas, bombing spree
FBI agents reveal the unprecedented effort to catch a serial bomber who was killing and maiming random victims with homemade devices in the spring of 2018.
Bike sales surged during pandemic. Now thefts are up, too
A rise in thefts of two-wheelers has experts recommending multiple locks to prevent thieves from stealing bikes.
Ballot drop box fire prompts investigation for suspected arson
More than 200 ballots were in the damaged ballot box, the mayor of Baldwin Park said.
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NASA asteroid mission declares "touchdown"
The dramatic effort to collect a sample is the centerpiece of an $800 million mission.
NASA spacecraft trying to bring asteroid sample back to Earth
The drama unfolds Tuesday as the U.S. takes its first crack at collecting asteroid samples for return to Earth.
SpaceX launches another 60 Starlink satellites
It was the first of two planned Starlink launchings in just three days.
Star dies by "spaghettification" as it's consumed by black hole
Astronomers recently spotted a black hole swallowing up a star like celestial spaghetti — and no, that's not science fiction.
NASA astronaut, two cosmonauts, rocket toward space station
Astronaut Kate Rubins is using NASA's last currently contracted Soyuz seat for a ride to the space station.
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The most haunted places in America
Looking to be scared witless? Try these abandoned mental hospitals, "haunted" hotels, and more.
"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
The 50 most popular baby girl names
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Music fans head to a "drive-in"
Live music performances were pretty much dead this year, but outside Chicago, fans of rock pianist Andrew McMahon enjoyed a socially-distanced concert in a baseball stadium parking lot
The most endangered species on Earth
Some of these animals could become extinct in your lifetime.
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Building equitable shipping container spaces
Makhers Studio founder and CEO Wanona Satcher is building equitable spaces, one modular shipping container at a time. Satcher shares about her company's latest projects and explains why collaborating with communities to build affordable housing is crucial.
Fauci not surprised Trump got COVID
In a wide-ranging "60 Minutes" interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci expresses his frustration with a Trump campaign ad; explains why, early in the pandemic, masks were largely recommended for health care workers; and says whether he plans to vote in person.
Alexey Navalny describes being poisoned
The Russian opposition leader tells Lesley Stahl about what he went through after falling ill on an airplane this past August and why he won't let it stop him from the work he's doing against Russian President Vladimir Putin.
CBSN Originals: "Welcome to Pine Lake"
CBSN Originals presents its first feature documentary, "Welcome to Pine Lake." The film set out to tell the triumphant story of a progressive, women-run town — and ended up revealing the institutional racism at the city's core. The film is followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and an extended discussion with important voices and thought leaders on the problems and possible solutions to systemic racism in America today, hosted by CBSN's Anne-Marie Green.
Grand juror can speak in Breonna Taylor case
An anonymous grand juror who won a court fight to speak publicly about the Breonna Taylor investigation says they did not agree with statements made by Kentucky's attorney general. They say they were not given options to consider murder charges. Jericka Duncan has more.