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CBS News is categorized as left-leaning based on ratings from AllSides, Ad Fontes Media, and Media Bias/Fact Check. It has a credibility rating of B (Mostly Factual). We currently track 27 recent articles from this source.


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Graham Platner faces another controversy days ahead of Maine Senate primary

This week, the New York Times reported allegations of Platner's "unsettling" behavior toward women he dated, including one claim that he was physically abusive, which Platner denies.

U.S. and Iran trade another round of fire

It's unclear how close the U.S. and Iran are to striking a deal, as an Iranian official says "the ball is in Trump's court," and Israel-Hezbollah hostilities continue.

Becerra advances in California governor's race, CBS News projects

Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, will advance to the November election in the California governor's race, CBS News projects. A second candidate in the race h

Colombia's Petro accuses Trump of intervening in his country's election

Colombian President Gustavo Petro argues the U.S. has chosen to align against his government and back forces he identifies as complicit in the drug trade.

Actor James Handy allegedly killed by girlfriend's son at LA home

Michael Gledhill, 44, was arrested on suspicion of murder after he turned himself in following the fatal stabbing of Handy, the LAPD said.

Los Angeles police chase ends in fatal shooting of suspect on 405 Freeway

The freeways of Los Angeles saw two big police pursuits on Friday. The first chase ended when authorities reported that a robbery suspect was shot and killed on the busy 405 Freeway during morning rus

Pratt's lead over Raman narrows in LA mayor's race

CBS News projects that incumbent Mayor Karen Bass will advance to the November election, while her opponents, Councilmember Nithya Raman and political newcomer Spencer Pratt, compete for the final spo

California primary results for key races including governor, LA mayor

The races for governor and Los Angeles mayor are among the most closely watched contests yet to be decided in California's primary elections.

NASA reverses evacuation order for ISS after leak concerns

NASA has reversed an evacuation order on the International Space Station due to concerns over two small air leaks in the Russian section. Retired NASA astronaut Scott Parazynski joins CBS News with mo

World waits for U.S., Iran to come to an agreement

President Trump said the situation with Iran seems to be going well, despite Iran claiming negotiations are stuck at a deadlock. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.

Previewing the 2026 Tonys as "The Lost Boys" and "Schmigadoon!" lead in nominations

"The Lost Boys" and "Schmigadoon!" lead Tony nominations with 12 nods each heading into Sunday's Tony Awards, which air on CBS. Zach Stweart, chief critic at the theater information and ticket website

Judge blocks Trump policies that halted immigration process for many

A federal judge in Rhode Island has struck down a series of Trump administration policies that were delaying the immigration process for hundreds of thousands of applicants. CBS News immigration corre

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on tensions with U.S.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro opened up about his country's tense relationship with the U.S. as he prepares to leave office. In a wide-ranging interview, Petro spoke to CBS News national correspon

Why a 55-mile trek is a mandatory rite of passage for freshmen at one high school

The five-day, 55-mile Appalachian Trail hike is a 53-year tradition for freshmen at St. Benedict's Preparatory School.

Trump visits Wisconsin as job growth reported in May

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the May jobs report on Friday, with numbers that were significantly higher than experts' projections. President Trump traveled to Wisconsin to meet with dairy f

Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks

Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.

Becerra overtakes Hilton in California governor's race as Steyer faces narrowing path

Xavier Becerra, Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer emerged as the leading contenders to advance to November's general election as vote counting continues.

New Jersey school requires freshmen to go on 55-mile hike

For more than five decades, St. Benedict's Preparatory School in Newark, New Jersey, has required its freshmen to go on a mandatory five-day, 55-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail. Steve Hartman expla

"Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" guests for June 7, 2026

This week's guests include Democratic Rep. Jim Himes and Republican Rep. Don Bacon.

Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations

The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.

Marine veteran held at gunpoint fights off his attackers

A Marine veteran was working on his truck in front of his home in Oxon Hill, Maryland, this week, when four teens tried to rob him at gunpoint. That is when his military training kicked in. Tom Hanson

Despite positive jobs report, rising costs leave many U.S. farmers struggling

U.S. employers added 172,000 jobs in May, according to the Labor Department, a better-than-expected jobs report. But in the heart of Wisconsin's farm country, many farmers are facing a different reali

State Department on World Cup safety preparations

The World Cup starts next week, hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Millions from around the world will travel to watch them. State Department deputy spokesperson Mignon Houston joins "The Takeout"

No bags, no watch parties: What to expect when Trump attends NBA Finals

As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.

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New allegations raised against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner; CBS News hears from Wisconsin voters on the economy.

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