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Hurricane search-and-rescue efforts continue
Crews in Fort Myers continue to look for survivors after Hurricane Ian devestated the Florida city. More than two dozen could still be missing, the mayor said, as some are criticizing the timing of when the county issued its evacuation order. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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Florida's Sanibel Island bore the brunt of Hurricane Ian, as homes were destroyed and the only bridge connecting the island to the mainland was knocked out. Those who survived the storm now face the daunting task of repairing what remains. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Probe finds systemic abuse in women's soccer
A year-long investigation has found rampant abuse in the National Women's Soccer League. A new report details allegations of sexual, emotional and verbal abuse, along with claims that players' complaints were ignored in favor of keeping coaches and owners. Nikki Battiste has more.
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It was a major reversal by the new British government. Reducing taxes for top earners while millions face soaring inflation was widely seen as politically toxic.
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Hurricane search-and-rescue efforts continue
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Sanibel Island hit hard by Hurricane Ian
Florida's Sanibel Island bore the brunt of Hurricane Ian, as homes were destroyed and the only bridge connecting the island to the mainland was knocked out. Those who survived the storm now face the daunting task of repairing what remains. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
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Ukrainian troops push back Russian forces
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Tampa Bay children's hospital survives Ian
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida, was able to withstand Hurricane Ian. About 1,000 people rode out the storm at the hospital. Dr. Joseph Perno, vice president of medical affairs for the hospital, joined CBS News to discuss the storm.
Ian causes major flooding in Collier County
Hurricane Ian caused major flooding, and left behind behind mud and debris, in Collier County, Florida, which includes the city of Naples. Bill McDaniel, chairman of the Collier County Commission, joined CBS News to discuss the damage from the storm.
Hurricane Ian's path of destruction in Florida
Hurricane Ian tore through Florida's southwestern coast as a Category 4 storm, damaging homes and businesses and causing widespread flooding in communities including Fort Myers, Naples and Punta Gorda. Record storm surges were seen in areas from Englewood to Bonita Beach. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave and Omar Villafranca are in Florida surveying the damage.
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