Map shows average home insurance price in your state as risks rise
Home insurance premiums have at times risen 40% faster than inflation. Extreme weather events are likely to make the expense worse.
Home insurance premiums have at times risen 40% faster than inflation. Extreme weather events are likely to make the expense worse.
A CBS News map shows where leaf colors are changing, updated regularly.
Officials in China moved some 414,000 people out of the way in Shanghai before the strongest storm in decades flooded roads and cancelled flights.
Heavy rains caused severe flooding in Central Europe, affecting countries including Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland and Romania.
A tsunami stemming from a landslide was behind a surprising seismic event last year that shook the earth for nine days, researchers said.
At least 197 people have been killed by Typhoon Yagi's inundations in Vietnam alone, as a vast swath of Southeast Asia reels from flooding and landslides.
Homicide, named by one study in 2022 as the leading cause of death of pregnant women in the U.S., is also among the risks inflated by extreme temperatures.
During the countdown to Election Day, CBS breaks down how Harris and Trump have addressed key climate issues.
Officials in Vietnam have blamed at least 59 deaths on Typhoon Yagi, which has also crippled business in the country's industrial heartland.
As climate change whips up wilder weather, more Americans must deal with "hazards they have not faced in the past," expert says.
CBS News Climate Correspondent David Schechter explores cooling solutions to stay healthy and safe as climate change makes our planet hotter.
The average temperature from June to August was 104.5 degrees, breaking previous records of 104.2 degrees, set in 2021 and 2018.
The popular dessert is getting a makeover that makes it more environmentally friendly.
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
U.S. energy infrastructure has proven to be problematic as-is, and threats to its reliability are growing. Experts say there's a solution.
Drivers on Highway 1, a ribbon of road that hugs the California coastline, are afforded spectacular views. But in recent years, fierce storms, landslides and wildfires have closed sections of the highway, blocking access to communities like Big Sur.
Officials in Volos, Greece, say the "strong stench along the seafront" from millions of dead fish is killing business.
The legacy toy company is increasing the certified renewable or recycled materials that go into its bricks in an effort to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
Hiring across America's green energy sector is surging, a new Department of Energy report shows.
Houston partnered with ExxonMobil and other companies to perform "advanced recycling," which they say can handle the recycling of any type of plastic. But critics say "advanced recycling" may not be a viable solution and is a talking point used by the petro-chemical industry to keep consumers buying and using plastic guilt-free.
From 1999-2023, the Journal of American Medical Association recorded 21,518 deaths where heat was either the underlying cause or the contributing cause of death, likely an underestimation, they say.
A growing number of Americans face energy poverty, struggling to afford to heat or cool their home. Health officials and climate experts are sounding the alarm.
Vice President Kamala Harris hasn't yet rolled out her climate policy, but the Democratic Party platform released this week devotes seven pages to the topic.
This week there was a funeral for 15 glaciers that have disappeared or are in critical danger as the planet heats up. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked exploratory drilling for a lithium project in Arizona that tribal leaders say will harm land they've used for religious and cultural ceremonies for centuries.
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
The cost of insuring your home is going up, and some homes are "essentially uninsurable" due to rising climate change risks. In Nebraska, the most expensive state for premiums, the cost is nearly $3,400 above the national average to insure a home. And it's all happening as extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, jeopardizing people's homes and their ability to financially recover afterward.
A tsunami stemming from a landslide was behind a surprising seismic event last year that shook the earth for nine days, researchers said.
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
Record-high temperatures have hit several areas of California, Arizona and Oregon since Friday, extending the fire season and creating drier conditions that make wildfires spread faster. The Line Fire in Southern California has grown past 21,000 acres, roughly half the size of Washington, D.C. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
The Europa Clipper remains on track for launch Oct. 10 to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa, where a vast ocean lurks beneath an icy crust.
For those who are pregnant, extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable. Studies show it can lead to serious complications for them and their unborn child, including pre-term births, miscarriages and stillbirths, and even increase the likelihood of one of the leading causes of death of pregnant women in the U.S. — homicide. Here's what to know.
Firefighters are battling triple-digit temperatures as they fight Southern California's Line Fire. Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency with thousands evacuating ahead of the blaze. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
The case raises questions about how the person was exposed to the virus. All the previous U.S. infections were among people who worked around cows and poultry.
The world is struggling to manage growing piles of plastic waste, and a new report is bringing to light the problem of burning plastics. Annually, the world produces 440 million tons of plastic each year, but the majority of plastic is often tossed in the trash. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
CBS News Climate Correspondent David Schechter explores cooling solutions to stay healthy and safe as climate change makes our planet hotter.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration outlook through November indicates warmer than average temperatures are expected in 2024. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
More Americans are having to choose between food and energy bills as the price of electricity rises. The cost is based on many factors, but one stands out from the rest — and is likely only going to make matters more complicated and expensive.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.
If travel is about the journey as much as the destination, fly through this airport for a more satisfying trip.
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against the owner and operator of the container ship that rammed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, seeking $100 million in damages.
Guardrails and barriers, typically tested against vehicles weighing around 5,000 pounds, are now being challenged by electric vehicles that often weigh more.
The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney will appeal to the Missouri Supreme Court a ruling upholding Marcellus Williams' conviction and sentence.
If travel is about the journey as much as the destination, fly through this airport for a more satisfying trip.
As the cost of homeownership increases, more young adults are turning to co-buying homes with friends or moving into multi-generational households.
About 45,000 dockworkers along the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts are threatening to strike on Oct. 1, a move that would shut down ports that handle about half the nation's cargo from ships.
Tupperware and some of its subsidiaries have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the once-iconic food container maker said in a statement.
Yelp, which is marking its 20th anniversary, says its reviewers' most popular places range from eateries to cultural institutions.
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.
The House is voting Wednesday on a government funding measure with less than two weeks before a possible government shutdown.
The "Jimmy Carter 100" concert will be aired in full on Georgia Public Broadcasting on Oct. 1, Carter's birthday.
About 45,000 dockworkers along the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts are threatening to strike on Oct. 1, a move that would shut down ports that handle about half the nation's cargo from ships.
The Marine veteran was released in August as part of a complex deal with Russia.
The latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research also found a 24% decline in the overall cancer death rate for children and adolescents.
In a new study, researchers found Black women are at higher risk of dying from all tumor subtypes of breast cancer, with the disparity ranging from 17% to 50%.
The function is not a diagnostic tool, but can tell watch-wearers if they are exhibiting signs of sleep apnea.
The new white paper is the most comprehensive look at 988's data to date.
One rural North Carolina county is on track to be among the first where a hospital reopens owing to a new federal hospital classification meant to help save small, struggling facilities.
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.
Lebanese officials say more handheld devices exploded a day after thousands of pagers carried by Hezbollah members blew up in an attack blamed on Israel.
Australian police swooped in to arrest a man they say built a messaging app marketed as "unhackable" to the criminal underworld, but which clearly was not.
Frenchman Jean-Pierre Marechal has told a court that Dominique Pelicot supplied him with tranquilisers and convinced him to abuse his own wife.
The exact whereabouts of the tomb of Joachim de Bellay, a renowned Renaissance poet, has puzzled researchers for many years.
Oscar-nominated actor Brian Tyree Henry told "CBS Mornings" he often feels villains are misunderstood, which is why his role in "Transformers One" was important to him.
Oscar, Emmy and Tony nominee Brian Tyree Henry opens up about voicing young Megatron in "Transformers One" and shares his thoughts on villains.
Sportswriter Joe Posnanski discusses his new book, "Why We Love Football," where he explores 100 unforgettable moments in football history, including David Tyree's legendary "Helmet Catch."
The "Jimmy Carter 100" concert will be aired in full on Georgia Public Broadcasting on Oct. 1, Carter's birthday.
In New York, a judge ruled Sean "Diddy" Combs must remain in jail as he awaits his trial. The music mogul is facing a wide range of charges, including the alleged serial abuse of women, a federal indictment unsealed on Tuesday revealed.
Guardrails on U.S. roads are typically tested against vehicles weighing up to 5,000 lbs. However, many electric vehicles weigh up to 30% more than that, raising safety concerns on whether guardrails would hold up in a collision.
Instagram's parent company, Meta, launched their new Teen Accounts that offers a more limited experience for the platform's younger users to address concerns over social media's impact on kids. Everyone under the age of 16 will automatically migrate to the new service. Dr. Joel Stoddard, associate psychiatry professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, joins CBS News to discuss.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Instagram announced Tuesday that it will be rolling out new protected accounts for people under 18. The accounts will automatically be private and can only receive messages from people they follow. Jo Ling Kent spoke with parents and Meta's safety chief about the changes.
AT&T failed to ensure that a third-party vendor adequately protected the telecom carrier's customers, regulators say.
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
The cost of insuring your home is going up, and some homes are "essentially uninsurable" due to rising climate change risks. In Nebraska, the most expensive state for premiums, the cost is nearly $3,400 above the national average to insure a home. And it's all happening as extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, jeopardizing people's homes and their ability to financially recover afterward.
A tsunami stemming from a landslide was behind a surprising seismic event last year that shook the earth for nine days, researchers said.
The spacewalkers tested new SpaceX-designed pressure suits that could eventually be used by civilian astronauts on the moon and Mars.
Record-high temperatures have hit several areas of California, Arizona and Oregon since Friday, extending the fire season and creating drier conditions that make wildfires spread faster. The Line Fire in Southern California has grown past 21,000 acres, roughly half the size of Washington, D.C. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Vermont State Police identified the victims as Brian Crossman, 46, Erica Crossman, 41, and her 13-year-old son, Colin Taft.
Australian police swooped in to arrest a man they say built a messaging app marketed as "unhackable" to the criminal underworld, but which clearly was not.
Frenchman Jean-Pierre Marechal has told a court that Dominique Pelicot supplied him with tranquilisers and convinced him to abuse his own wife.
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman breaks down the charges in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal indictment and what to expect in the trial.
In New York, a judge ruled Sean "Diddy" Combs must remain in jail as he awaits his trial. The music mogul is facing a wide range of charges, including the alleged serial abuse of women, a federal indictment unsealed on Tuesday revealed.
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.
Four SpaceX astronauts safely splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday. The Polaris Dawn crew completed the first-ever commercial spacewalk during their historic mission and tested a new type of spacesuit.
The groundbreaking commercial space mission known as Polaris Dawn successfully splashed down early Sunday morning. The historic five-day mission, flown by tech billionaire Jared Isaacman and three crew mates, included the first ever commercial spacewalk.
Splashdown northwest of Key West, Florida, closed out a mission highlighted by the first non-government civilian spacewalk.
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and pilot Sunita Williams look ahead to a productive science mission.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Convicted fraudster Anna Sorokin made her debut on "Dancing with the Stars" Tuesday night with a sparkling accessory: her decorated ankle monitor. Sorokin was convicted in 2019 of theft of services and grand larceny after she pretended to be a wealthy socialite named Anna Delvey.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the U.S. was not involved with and did not have advance knowledge of the alleged exploding pager attacks against Hezbollah that have killed at least 12 people. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more.
The FBI and U.S. Postal Service are investigating letters filled with white powder that were sent to state election officials across the country. Election offices in at least 11 states confirmed they got the suspicious mail, but so far none of the powder has turned out to be dangerous. CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates Wednesday for the first time in four years, but how big could the cut be? CBS News contributor Javier David has a preview of the decision.
The House is set to vote Wednesday on Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to keep the government funded with Congress up against an October 1 deadline to pass a spending bill or continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown. NPR congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales joined CBS News to discuss the situation on Capitol Hill.