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Biden's lead over Trump is the steadiest on record

New CBS News/YouGov polls reveal that former Vice President Joe Biden maintains his grip on the 2020 race for president.

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In tell-all book, Michael Cohen says Trump hired a 'Faux-Bama' before White House run

Before Donald Trump ever sought the Oval Office, he was preoccupied by its occupant President Barack Obama, publicly questioning his birthplace and privately describing him as "a Manchurian candidate" who obtained his Ivy League degrees only by way of affirmative action, according to a new book by Trump's former attorney, Michael Cohen.

Travel shaming -- another trend of 2020

For many people, travel these days is fraught with second-guessing, extra research and plenty of confusion by way of logistics, travel restrictions and safety -- and that's before you add in what everyone else has to say about your decisions.

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After record low flu season in Australia, US hopes for the same

Australia and other countries in the Southern Hemisphere just finished their easiest flu seasons on record, and the United States and other nations in the Northern Hemisphere could have an easy time, too -- if people get flu shots, practice social distancing and wear masks.

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Broadway performer Nick Cordero, who died of Covid-19, is remembered with music-filled memorial

Friends and family gathered virtually to pay tribute to theater performer Nick Cordero in a memorial streamed Sunday on Broadway on Demand.

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SoftBank shares dive on reports that Masa Son has been betting big on tech stocks

SoftBank's shares plunged more than 7% Monday, wiping out roughly $8 billion in value, as investors reacted to reports that the Japanese conglomerate has been making massive bets on major tech stocks.

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Stranded 38-foot whale dies on Oregon coast

A stranded 38-foot whale died on the Oregon coast south of Bandon on Saturday.

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Humane Society assists in relocating 49 pets affected by Hurricane Laura

The Oregon Humane Society assisted the ASPCA and Wings of Rescue to relocate 49 pets from shelters in Louisiana affected by Hurricane Laura.

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Chrissy Teigen is using Botox to treat 'really bad pregnancy headaches'

Chrissy Teigen is using a beauty treatment to help her during her pregnancy.

Hundreds say goodbye, pay their respects to slain Officer Tamarris Bohannon

Hundreds of people lined the sidewalk in front of the Cathedral Basilica Saturday evening to pay their respects to the family of Police Officer Tamarris Bohannon.

Boris Johnson is battling to reach a Brexit deal. But hardliners already fear betrayal

When Boris Johnson first took over as British Prime Minister, many in his Conservative Party couldn't believe their luck. After years of watching Theresa May's government rub out red line after red line on Brexit, the man who led the triumphant march to freedom in 2016 was in charge.

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Poker legend Mike Sexton dies at 72

Beloved poker commentator and champion Mike Sexton, nicknamed the "Ambassador of Poker" for his lifelong promotion of the game, has died at 72.

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World's slowest musical composition changes chord for first time in seven years

A musical composition designed to take well over 600 years to play has gone through its first chord change in seven years

Tennessee Titans sign Jadeveon Clowney

The Tennessee Titans agreed to terms with three-time (2016-18) Pro Bowl OLB Jadeveon Clowney on a one-year contract, reportedly worth $12 million with incentives up to $15 million.

US service member injured in Al-Shabaab attack in Somalia

A US service member was injured in Somalia Monday when Al-Shabaab attacked US and Somali forces, according to the US military.

Man who rushed to wake his neighbors as tornado approached still has no regrets

If a tornado was headed your way, chances are you would get to your basement or bathroom, no questions asked.

Michigan lake known for turquoise water sees algae outbreak

A northern Michigan lake that’s famous for its turquoise waters is facing an outbreak of brown algae that’s left its sandy bottom covered with mushy, squishy mats.

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'He's going to be the bad guy the rest of his career,' says John McEnroe of Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic hitting a line judge with a ball has become one of the enduring images of an already bizarre season of tennis.

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A farmer planted over 2 million sunflowers to provide a respite during this rough year

Everyone could use a little sunshine in their life right now, so a Wisconsin farmer decided that's what he was going to do, and planted more than 2 million sunflowers in his fields.

Police start GoFundMe to help purchase missing "Buddy the Beefalo" from owner

The Plymouth Police Union has started a GoFundMe page to help purchase “Buddy the Beefalo” from his owner.