Colorado wildfires show "climate change is here and now"
As bad as this year has been, scientists warn it's "unlikely that the records from 2020 will stand for long."
Climate Change
For many climate change finally hits home
With record wildfires and hurricanes ravaging the United States, the effects of extreme weather events made worse by climate change are becoming more visible, and costly, to more and more Americans
Largest wildfire in Colorado history burns over 167,000 acres
The blaze, which is expected to surge again into the weekend, has surpassed 167,000 acres.
Amy Coney Barrett's views on climate change – and why it matters
Barrett said, "I don't think my views on global warming or climate change are relevant to the job I would do as a judge." Many scientists disagree.
Fierce storms and wildfires to dramatically spike, U.N. agencies say
"Extreme weather and climate events have increased in frequency, intensity and severity as result of climate change and hit vulnerable communities disproportionately hard," according to the report.
Panera introduces "climate-friendly," low-carbon food items
National chain is first to partner with World Resources Institute in offering meals for environmentally conscious.
Half of the Great Barrier Reef's corals have died since 1995
Larger species have been affected hardest – almost disappearing from the far northern reaches of the reef.
Prince William launches ambitious "Earthshot Prize" to save the planet
Britain's future king and a cadre of high-profile partners are offering $65 million in reward money over 10 years for solutions to 5 daunting environmental challenges.
Harris says a Biden administration will not ban fracking
Kamala Harris pushed back against Mike Pence's assertion that the Biden administration would implement the Green New Deal.
How Biden's climate plan compares to the Green New Deal
"Joe Biden's climate plan isn't everything, but it isn't nothing at all," one leading climate activist told CBS News.
California wildfires scorch more than 4 million acres, breaking record
Cal Fire said there have been more than 8,200 wildfires since the start of the year — and the flames have burned an area larger than Connecticut.
Greenland Ice Sheet will melt at fastest rate in 12,000 years
The Greenland Ice Sheet is on track to melt four times faster than it has at any point over the last 12,000 years.
How to reduce food waste during the coronavirus pandemic
During the pandemic, food meant for restaurants is piling up in landfills, while lines at food banks are growing every day. But, there are things individuals can do to help.
Oceans are out of balance — and that means stronger storms
Oceans store 1,000 more heat than the atmosphere and ultimately control our climate destiny.
As fossil fuel jobs falter, renewables come to the rescue
"People don't realize it, but there is a 100% renewable revolution going on right underneath our feet."
California to ban new gas-powered vehicle sales by 2035
The executive order, one of the most ambitious in the nation, will require all new vehicles sold after that date to be zero-emission.
Climate Clock in New York City counts down to global deadline
"We need for everyone in the world to 'synchronize our watches'" in the fight against climate change, say the activists behind the display.
40% of Hawaii's beaches could disappear by 2050, study predicts
University of Hawaii researchers warn sea level rise and current beach protection practices could be precarious combination
Wildfires & extreme weather: It's not coincidence, it's climate change
These kinds of dystopian weather events, happening often at the same time, are exactly what scientists have been warning about.
Biden and Trump responses to wildfires highlight divide on climate change
Trump said he doesn't think "science knows" what is happening to the climate.
The world is failing to save species and ecosystems, UN warns
Without addressing biodiversity and climate change, the report said, the world will not fully be able to tackle poverty, reduce hunger, or reduce the risk of future pandemics.
Section of largest remaining Arctic ice shelf shatters
"The atmosphere in this region has warmed by approximately 3°C since 1980 and record-breaking temperatures have been observed in 2019 and 2020," says researcher Dr. Jenny Turton.
Scientific American backs Joe Biden with first presidential endorsement
The magazine editors believe Biden "can set the country back on course for a safer, more prosperous and more equitable future."
Wildfire smoke from West has spread to Washington, D.C.
The smoke was creating a hazy sky and obscuring the sun.
Biden: Climate change means "you aren't safe in Donald Trump's America"
There are deadly blazes burning in California, Washington and Oregon, and at least 35 people have died as a result of the fires.
Science
Colorado wildfires show "climate change is here and now"
As bad as this year has been, scientists warn it's "unlikely that the records from 2020 will stand for long."
7.5 magnitude Alaska earthquake triggers tsunami advisory
The powerful earthquake struck off the Alaska Peninsula on Monday afternoon. There were no immediate reports of damage.
This artist created a grocery store made entirely of plastic
"The Plastic Bag Store" will open for three weeks in New York City's Times Square.
Plan to retrieve Titanic radio spurs debate on human remains
"It's not like taking a shovel to Gettysburg," said oceanographer David Gallo.
NASA spacecraft trying to bring asteroid sample back to Earth
The drama unfolds Tuesday as the U.S. takes its first crack at collecting asteroid samples for return to Earth.
SpaceX launches another 60 Starlink satellites
It was the first of two planned Starlink launchings in just three days.
For many climate change finally hits home
With record wildfires and hurricanes ravaging the United States, the effects of extreme weather events made worse by climate change are becoming more visible, and costly, to more and more Americans
"Big pile" of eels dumped at lake in Brooklyn park
New York state and city officials say it's too soon to know how the eels in Prospect Park might affect local species.
"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
Amy Coney Barrett's views on climate change – and why it matters
Barrett said, "I don't think my views on global warming or climate change are relevant to the job I would do as a judge." Many scientists disagree.
Rare horse cloned from cells taken from a stallion in 1980
An endangered Przewalski's horse was created from cells that had sat frozen at the San Diego Zoo for 40 years.
Star dies by "spaghettification" as it's consumed by black hole
Astronomers recently spotted a black hole swallowing up a star like celestial spaghetti — and no, that's not science fiction.
Fierce storms and wildfires to dramatically spike, U.N. agencies say
"Extreme weather and climate events have increased in frequency, intensity and severity as result of climate change and hit vulnerable communities disproportionately hard," according to the report.
Panera introduces "climate-friendly," low-carbon food items
National chain is first to partner with World Resources Institute in offering meals for environmentally conscious.
Half of the Great Barrier Reef's corals have died since 1995
Larger species have been affected hardest – almost disappearing from the far northern reaches of the reef.
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Man convicted of murdering reporter on submarine briefly escapes jail
Few details available on short-lived escape of Peter Madsen, Dane sentenced to life for grisly killing of Kim Wall on his homemade sub.
Ireland is first EU country to return to coronavirus lockdown
"Everyone in the country is being asked to stay at home," Prime Minister Micheal Martin said in a national address.
Trump sent officials to Syria to try to negotiate Austin Tice's release
Sources say the president quietly sent senior officials to Damascus in a bid to get kidnapped journalist Austin Tice home before the election, but they couldn't make a deal.
U.S. charges 6 Russian military officers for massive cyberattacks
The indictment was unsealed in federal court Monday.
2,000-year-old cat figure carving discovered in Peru
The geoglyph of the feline measures 121 feet long.
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CDC now "strongly recommends" masks on public transport and at hubs
Government disease control agency calls face masks "one of the most effective strategies available for reducing COVID-19 transmission."
Ballot drop box fire prompts investigation for suspected arson
More than 200 ballots were in the damaged ballot box, the mayor of Baldwin Park said.
Ohio voters "exhausted" by politics as election looms
At a youth flag football game in Kettering, Ohio, it was pretty clear people have been watching the news.
Poll worker fired for turning away voters with "Black Lives Matter" shirts
"That was pretty bad," a county election commission spokeswoman said. "They were not supposed to be turned away."
Department of Justice to sue Google for antitrust violation
Department of Justice expected to allege that search giant paid billions to Apple and others to maintain its dominance.
Politics
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Ballot drop box fire prompts investigation for suspected arson
More than 200 ballots were in the damaged ballot box, the mayor of Baldwin Park said.
Ohio voters "exhausted" by politics as election looms
At a youth flag football game in Kettering, Ohio, it was pretty clear people have been watching the news.
Poll worker fired for turning away voters with "Black Lives Matter" shirts
"That was pretty bad," a county election commission spokeswoman said. "They were not supposed to be turned away."
U.S. borders with Mexico, Canada to remain closed
The travel restrictions will remain in place until November 21.
Debate Commission says it will mute mics at final debate
Trump called it "very unfair" that the debate topics chosen by the moderator will deviate from the traditional focus on foreign policy to include domestic issues.
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Ashley McBryde on co-hosting 2020 CMT Awards
Country star Ashley McBryde is co-hosting the 2020 CMT Music Awards. She joins "CBS This Morning" live from Nashville to discuss her first-time hosting gig. McBryde also shares how she turned to music to get herself through the pandemic, and the honor of playing legendary country star Loretta Lynn's guitar.
Jeff Bridges says he's been diagnosed with lymphoma
The Oscar-winning actor said he's starting treatment and the "prognosis is good."
Disney+ adds disclaimer about racist stereotypes
"Peter Pan" and "Aristocats" are among the Disney films that include racist stereotypes.
Peter Frampton on new memoir, David Bowie
In his new memoir, "Do You Feel Like I Do?" Grammy-winning guitarist Peter Frampton writes about his epic rise to fame and the overwhelming success that followed. He tells Anthony Mason how a lifelong friendship with David Bowie helped him through some of his hardest times.
Movie theaters in New York outside NYC can reopen October 23, with limits
Theaters have been closed since mid-March, when the state went into lockdown.
Technology
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Department of Justice to sue Google for antitrust violation
Department of Justice expected to allege that search giant paid billions to Apple and others to maintain its dominance.
SpaceX launches another 60 Starlink satellites
It was the first of two planned Starlink launchings in just three days.
Anti-abortion rights group says Facebook blocked ads over "debunked" facts
A conservative blog that marked the ads' claims as "partly false" has since posted an apology and retracted its fact check.
Twitter eases hacked materials policy after blocking Hunter Biden story
Twitter initially blocked a New York Post story based on alleged emails taken from his personal laptop.
YouTube cracks down on QAnon and other conspiracy videos
YouTube has tightened rules on QAnon and other conspiracy content "used to justify real-world violence."
Science
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Colorado wildfires show "climate change is here and now"
As bad as this year has been, scientists warn it's "unlikely that the records from 2020 will stand for long."
7.5 magnitude Alaska earthquake triggers tsunami advisory
The powerful earthquake struck off the Alaska Peninsula on Monday afternoon. There were no immediate reports of damage.
This artist created a grocery store made entirely of plastic
"The Plastic Bag Store" will open for three weeks in New York City's Times Square.
Plan to retrieve Titanic radio spurs debate on human remains
"It's not like taking a shovel to Gettysburg," said oceanographer David Gallo.
NASA spacecraft trying to bring asteroid sample back to Earth
The drama unfolds Tuesday as the U.S. takes its first crack at collecting asteroid samples for return to Earth.
Health
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CDC now "strongly recommends" masks on public transport and at hubs
Government disease control agency calls face masks "one of the most effective strategies available for reducing COVID-19 transmission."
Ireland is first EU country to return to coronavirus lockdown
"Everyone in the country is being asked to stay at home," Prime Minister Micheal Martin said in a national address.
Jeff Bridges says he's been diagnosed with lymphoma
The Oscar-winning actor said he's starting treatment and the "prognosis is good."
All 62 residents at Kansas nursing home have COVID, 10 have died
Department of health in hard-hit Norton County, Kansas, says an unspecified number of staff at the Andbe Home also have the disease.
Surge in coronavirus cases puts strain on Wisconsin hospitals
The state of Wisconsin is setting records for new coronavirus cases, hospital admissions and deaths.
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Department of Justice to sue Google for antitrust violation
Department of Justice expected to allege that search giant paid billions to Apple and others to maintain its dominance.
Amazon employees petition to make Election Day a paid day off
Some of the country's largest employers have expanded paid time-off policies for Election Day, but Amazon has not.
1 in 4 U.S. workers are considering quitting
Some companies have increased benefits in the COVID-19 era but many workers say that's not the case for their employers.
Judge blocks Trump plan to cut food stamps for 700,000 adults
Judge Beryl A. Howell said the Trump administration was "icily silent" on the impact of such cuts during the pandemic.
CVS hiring 15,000 for flu season, COVID-19 second wave
U.S. drugstore chain says continuing pandemic only heightens its seasonal need for workers at its 10,000 pharmacies.
Crime
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"The FBI Declassified": To catch a serial bomber
For 20 days, an unidentified bomber terrorized the city of Austin, Texas, when a series of homemade explosive devices detonated, killing two people and wounding three more.
U.S. charges 6 Russian military officers for massive cyberattacks
The indictment was unsealed in federal court Monday.
Man arrested for allegedly threatening to kidnap Wichita mayor
Mayor Daniel Whipple said that from what he gathered in text messages read to him, the suspect was allegedly interested in trying to kidnap him and causing harm with a knife.
Rapper who bragged in video about benefits scam is arrested
Fontrell Antonio Baines, who is known online as Nuke Bizzle, faces up to 22 years in federal prison.
France denounces "Islamist terrorist attack" after teacher decapitated
The suspected attacker was shot to death by police after Friday's beheading.
Space
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NASA spacecraft trying to bring asteroid sample back to Earth
The drama unfolds Tuesday as the U.S. takes its first crack at collecting asteroid samples for return to Earth.
SpaceX launches another 60 Starlink satellites
It was the first of two planned Starlink launchings in just three days.
Star dies by "spaghettification" as it's consumed by black hole
Astronomers recently spotted a black hole swallowing up a star like celestial spaghetti — and no, that's not science fiction.
NASA astronaut, two cosmonauts, rocket toward space station
Astronaut Kate Rubins is using NASA's last currently contracted Soyuz seat for a ride to the space station.
Blue Origin chalks up 13th successful test flight
Blue Origin, owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is ramping up to begin launching paying customers.
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"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
The 50 most popular baby girl names
Where does your favorite rank?
Music fans head to a "drive-in"
Live music performances were pretty much dead this year, but outside Chicago, fans of rock pianist Andrew McMahon enjoyed a socially-distanced concert in a baseball stadium parking lot
The most endangered species on Earth
Some of these animals could become extinct in your lifetime.
Biggest movie flops: The 42 biggest box-office bombs
Find out which films belong in this Hollywood hall of shame
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Mom carries daughter's baby as surrogate
After experiencing fertility issues, Breanna Lockwood decided to consider surrogacy. Her mother, Julie Loving, had been pushing the idea — and volunteered to carry Lockwood's baby. Now, the 51-year-old grandmother-to-be is giving her daughter an amazing gift by acting as her gestational surrogate.
Fauci not surprised Trump got COVID
In a wide-ranging "60 Minutes" interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci expresses his frustration with a Trump campaign ad; explains why, early in the pandemic, masks were largely recommended for health care workers; and says whether he plans to vote in person.
Alexey Navalny describes being poisoned
The Russian opposition leader tells Lesley Stahl about what he went through after falling ill on an airplane this past August and why he won't let it stop him from the work he's doing against Russian President Vladimir Putin.
CBSN Originals: "Welcome to Pine Lake"
CBSN Originals presents its first feature documentary, "Welcome to Pine Lake." The film set out to tell the triumphant story of a progressive, women-run town — and ended up revealing the institutional racism at the city's core. The film is followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and an extended discussion with important voices and thought leaders on the problems and possible solutions to systemic racism in America today, hosted by CBSN's Anne-Marie Green.
Iconic dim sum parlor celebrates 100 years
The iconic Nom Wah Tea Parlor in New York's Chinatown is celebrating 100 years with a new cookbook. But the cookbook is not just about its food. It's an ode to a community of Chinese immigrants, who are trying to carry on decades of family tradition, while enduring enormous challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. Vladimir Duthiers reports.