McConnell stepping down as Senate GOP leader, ending historic 17-year run
The Kentucky Republican, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision on the Senate floor on Wednesday.
The Kentucky Republican, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision on the Senate floor on Wednesday.
The incident marks the second time McConnell appeared to freeze and fall silent for several seconds.
The U.S. Senate minority leader tripped and fell at a private dinner in Washington, D.C.
The Senate minority leader, 81, was at a private dinner at a Washington, D.C., hotel when he tripped and fell, his office said.
Deceased Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick's brother said of Republican leaders that "they have no idea what integrity is."
"When you have a 7-year-old child, $600 doesn't do anything for them," one mother from the Bronx said.
Following the House's approval Monday of legislation to boost the direct payments to Americans from $600 to $2,000, all eyes are on the Republican-controlled Senate.
Key lawmakers are approaching a deal on an economic relief package that would include unemployment benefits, but not state and local aid or a liability shield.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell asked Senate Republicans not to object to the election results when Congress convenes on January 6 to count the electoral votes, two sources familiar with the situation told CBS News.
With COVID cases spiking nationwide, and the economy set to feel the effects, politicians start to get more serious about a stimulus package.
Democrats and Republicans agree on the need for a stimulus package, but disagree on specifics like stimulus checks and and the overall cost.
Containing the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuilding the economy top the list for the incoming Biden administration, and a stimulus package will be a key component.
With negotiations on a second round of stimulus ongoing, the chance of a package that can pass both the House and Senate seems remote.
House Democrats and the Trump administration agreeing on stimulus terms isn't even the biggest obstacle to a stimulus package.
McConnell told Senate Republicans Tuesday that he urged the White House against making a deal on a large coronavirus stimulus bill ahead of the election, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Ginsburg, who died Friday at age 87 after a battle with cancer, leaves behind an open seat on the Supreme Court where conservatives now outnumber the liberals.
Gov. Phil Murphy said Sunday that New Jersey is likely "several" weeks away from even a phase one reopening of the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Cuomo once again lit into Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's suggestion of not bailing out states like New York, New Jersey and Connecticut because they are largely Democratic and saying they should instead declare bankruptcy.
McConnell suggested on a radio show that Republicans should oppose additional aid for state and local governments such as New York and New Jersey in future coronavirus relief bills in what he later called a "blue state bailout."
House and Senate leaders traded heated accusations the day after the vote to impeach President Trump, setting the stage for a Senate impeachment trial in the new year.
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on two articles of impeachment against President Trump this week.
Mitch McConnell met with the retired police officers and firefighters weeks after comedian Jon Stewart and many ailing emergency workers criticized lawmakers for not acting faster to approve the funding.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is meeting this week with Sept. 11 first responders following withering criticism from comedian Jon Stewart that Congress had failed to ensure that a victims' compensation fund never runs out of money.
Lou Alvarez, one of the retired NYPD officers who just sat in an emotional congressional hearing with Jon Stewart, announced he has entered hospice care due to the incurable nature of his cancer.
In his testimony before Congress last week, Jon Stewart called out members who were not present for the hearing, but Majority leader Mitch McConnell says that's just the way things work.
A person self-immolated at a park across from the courthouse where former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is taking place.
A man has been arrested and charged with murder after the fatal stabbing of a teen during a parking dispute in the Bronx.
Passover starts Monday at sundown, when families will retell the story of the Jewish people's exodus from slavery in Egypt.
The New York Mets revealed their long-awaited City Connect uniform after cryptic teases and rumored leaks on social media.
The MY 2024 Cybertrucks have faulty accelerator pedals that may be dislodged when high force is applied, the company said.
A man has been arrested and charged with murder after the fatal stabbing of a teen during a parking dispute in the Bronx.
Passover starts Monday at sundown, when families will retell the story of the Jewish people's exodus from slavery in Egypt.
The New York Mets revealed their long-awaited City Connect uniform after cryptic teases and rumored leaks on social media.
A Shih Tzu that was stolen from a Brooklyn woman's yard has been missing for more than a month. Now, police have released new video.
We'll see some sun and then showers later in the day, and it will be a touch milder with highs in the 50s.
We'll see some sun and then showers later in the day, and it will be a touch milder with highs in the 50s.
Some lingering rain and light drizzle remains Thursday, and temperatures will be about 10 degrees cooler, feeling like the 40s.
Today will be at least 10 degrees cooler than yesterday, with a little rain developing in the afternoon.
We're in for another sunny and pleasantly warm afternoon, but not as warm as yesterday. Highs will be in the low 70s.
Today will be sunny with highs in the mid to upper 70s, possibly even 80 inland. Late showers are possible south of the city.
We'll see some sun and then showers later in the day, and it will be a touch milder with highs in the 50s.
One public library in New Jersey is offering free gently used wedding dresses for brides-to-be. The selection is getting bigger by the day, thanks to donations coming in.
The conservative Christian group has controlled Ocean Grove's beaches for more than 150 years.
Some lingering rain and light drizzle remains Thursday, and temperatures will be about 10 degrees cooler, feeling like the 40s.
A New Jersey father accused of killing his 9-year-old son back on March 28 has died from injuries he suffered that same day, officials said.
A young Long Island boy is the first in New York state to undergo a new gene therapy for a rare blood disease.
Over 250 pizzerias across Long Island are raising money Wednesday for three police charities and the family of fallen NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller.
Suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is appeared in court in Suffolk County, Long Island.
More 55-gallon drums containing waste petroleum and chlorinated solvents have been found buried in Bethpage Community Park.
Lindy Jones pleads not guilty in last month's deadly shooting of NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller in Far Rockaway, Queens.
A person self-immolated at a park across from the courthouse where former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is taking place.
The final five alternate jurors in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial were selected on Friday.
Two U.S. officials tell CBS News an Israeli missile has hit Iran in apparent retaliation for the recent drone and missile attack on the Jewish state.
Rep. Ilhan Omar's daughter says she was one of three students suspended from Barnard College following a pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University on Thursday.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have reoccupied Columbia University's main lawn for a third day of protests in Upper Manhattan.
Montefiore in the Bronx screened 200,000 people for social detriments of health, and found at least 20% have at least one social need.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
19 people have been stricken — including nine who have been hospitalized — after getting fake or mishandled injections in homes and spas, feds warn.
East Harlem community leaders say the state oversaturated the neighborhood with methadone and other drug treatment centers as most patients live elsewhere.
Younger adults are aging faster, increasing their risk for early onset cancers. So which anti-aging techniques actually work?
Anticipation was growing at a fever pitch before Taylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," dropped at midnight EDT. But it turned out it's actually a double album.
The singers first dated in 2003 and delighted fans when they rekindled their relationship in 2023.
In the 1,000th episode, titled "A Thousand Yards," NCIS comes under attack by a mysterious enemy from the past.
A Billy Joel special on CBS and Paramount+ will air again after it was cut off in the middle of the singer's performance of "Piano Man."
The coming-of-age story is a favorite for generations of middle and high school students, and they're returning to it on Broadway.
The New York Mets revealed their long-awaited City Connect uniform after cryptic teases and rumored leaks on social media.
Simon Holmstrom scored the go-ahead goal in the third period, Ilya Sorokin stopped Sidney Crosby on a late penalty shot and the playoff-bound New York Islanders edged the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4.
Aaron Judge broke a 4-all tie with a two-run single in the ninth inning, Juan Soto and Giancarlo Stanton hit solo home runs and the New York Yankees rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 6-4 to avoid their first sweep of the season.
Starling Marte hit his 150th career homer, powering the New York Mets to a 9-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates and a sweep of a three-game series.
The No. 1 pick in this year's WNBA draft is "going to raise all boats" for players in the league, one expert said.
Residents in Southern Brooklyn are concerned over MTA's proposed changes as part of the Brooklyn Bus Network Redesign.
Buzunesh Deba, who lives in the Bronx, became the default winner of the 2014 Boston Marathon in 2016 when the first-place winner was disqualified for doping, but she says she has not yet received her prize money.
While many are excited about the idea of a state-of-the art skate park in Brooklyn, one of the largest on the East Coast, others oppose the location chosen.
East Harlem community leaders say the state oversaturated the neighborhood with methadone and other drug treatment centers as most patients live elsewhere.
President Joe Biden dropped in virtually to speak at the National Action Network convention Friday, breaking down his efforts to reduce the burden on Black people and boost opportunities for their success.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
A man set himself on fire outside the NYC courthouse where former President Donald Trump is facing trial in his "hush money" case. It happened at roughly the same time a full jury was seated. CBS New York's Doug Williams and Alice Gainer report.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have reoccupied Columbia University's main lawn for a third day of protests in Upper Manhattan. CBS New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
Former President Donald Trump faces 34 felony charges of falsifying business records related to alleged payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. CBS New York's Doug Williams reports.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's latest First Alert Forecast on CBS2 News At Noon.
A man has been arrested and charged with murder after the fatal stabbing of a teen during a parking dispute in the Bronx.