Drought disrupts "irreplaceable" Mississippi River shipping corridor
The drought is expected to last through January, threatening the critical supply chain.
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Mississippi River's low water level reveals shipwreck, apparently a ferry
The wreck, on the muddy shoreline near downtown Baton Rouge, La., is the latest discovery resulting from a severe drought's impact on water levels in many regions.
A startup is "growing" water for drought-parched California
"This is game-changing," said CEO of company that creates drinkable water from processed produce.
Lake Mead's water level has never been lower. Here's what that means.
A 22-year mega-drought has caused elevation to drop along the Colorado River, which supplies water to 40 million people in the U.S. and Mexico.
California governor announces aggressive plan to boost water supply
Gov. Gavin Newsom said California is expected to lose 10% of its water supply by 2040.
Californians could face mandatory water cuts amid drought
Newsom is urging local water agencies to ramp up their conservation messaging to avoid the need for mandatory restrictions.
Lake Powell is vanishing with drought — but it's bringing a canyon back to life
The nation's second largest reservoir, which provides water to millions of people, is just 24% full.
Bodies surfacing in Lake Mead recall mob's time in Las Vegas
"I would be willing to bet there are going to be a few more bodies," a UNLV history professor said after the discovery of two sets of human remains.
Barrel containing human remains discovered in Lake Mead
The barrel might have been visible due to Lake Mead's low water level from ongoing drought.
Southern Californians ordered to cut water use amid drought
Southern California's water supplier has taken the unprecedented step of ordering millions of people to cut their outdoor watering to one day a week.
Drought-stricken California imposes new round of water cuts
Water agencies that serve 27 million people and 750,000 acres of farmland will get just 5% of what they've requested this year.
La Niña expected to bring warmer-than-average winter to parts of U.S.
This winter may be warmer and drier than usual for some parts of the U.S., the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
California records driest year since 1924
Experts have compared the past year to California's massive drought of 1977.
Massive Caldor Fire nearly half contained
Nearly 1,000 structures have been destroyed in the fire near Lake Tahoe on the California-Nevada border, including 776 homes.
Cuts in Colorado River water supply will hit Arizona hardest
"It used to be called the Nile of the West, which is almost impossible to believe these days," said one water policy expert.
California tourist town running out of water amid drought
The wells that Mendocino, California, depends on are drying up amid a devastating drought in the state.
17 million salmon will be released into S.F. bay in bid to save species
Commercial and recreational salmon fishing generates more than $900 million annually for California.
"Mega-drought" depletes system that provides water to 40 million
Water levels at Lake Mead, the rapidly-depleting reservoir at Hoover Dam, may force the federal government to make a drastic and historic decision affecting Southwest farmers.
Sinking of Calif.'s San Joaquin Valley seen from space
The valley is sinking because of the pumping of groundwater from underground reservoirs, a byproduct of California's severe drought
Amid drought, feds pessimistic for Lake Mead's future
The Colorado River reservoir - which supplies water to communities from Nevada to Arizona - is severely affected by drought
California Gov. Brown: Lawns can go brown during drought
During the historic drought, some residents in California have reported being fined for their parched landscape
Lake Mead is shrinking -- and with it Las Vegas' water supply
The lake created by the Hoover Dam provides water for 20 million people in Nevada, California, Arizona
Texas rice farmers bear brunt of drought
The Lone Star State's water authority will cut off supply to most rice farmers unless water levels rise
Christmas tree drought hits hard in Midwest
Tree farmers have been hit hard by drought
Groom bleeds to death at his own wedding in Brazil
Newlywed tripped and cut himself when an empty glass that was in his pocket shattered
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Why San Diego's waves turned bright pink
San Diego's usually blue waves recently turned a bright fuchsia, and scientists are explaining why.
Archaeologists find the oldest non-royal mummy ever discovered in Egypt
The mummy of an ancient Egyptian named Hekashepes represents two remarkable firsts, but it wasn't the lead scientist's favorite discovery at Saqqara this week.
Asteroid about to zoom oh-so-close to Earth, NASA says
But it will miss, the space agency says, in one of the closest encounters of its type ever.
Egyptian archaeologists tout rare discoveries unearthed in Luxor
"We have discovered more than a thousand burial sites before in Luxor, but this is the first time we find one from the 13th Dynasty," said antiquities official Dr. Fathy Yaseen.
Earth's inner core may have started spinning the other way, study says
Exactly how the inner core rotates has been a matter of debate between scientists — and the latest research is expected to prove controversial.
Iceberg about the size of two New York Cities breaks off Antarctica
This is the second time in two years that the Brunt Ice Shelf has had a major break-off.
Dolphins return to NYC's Bronx River
The NYC Parks Department said it's believed the dolphins "naturally found" their way back to the river as conditions continue to improve after years of pollution.
Radio signal nearly 9 billion light-years away from Earth detected
Researchers have captured a radio signal from the most distant galaxy to date.
Alabama's iconic rest stop rocket to be removed
After nearly 50 years of serving as an iconic landmark to Alabama's welcome center and rest stop, the Saturn 1-B Rocket is expected be taken down. Chris Davis with CBS affiliate WTVF has more on the rocket's final mission.
The East Coast's snowless winter leaves some businesses feeling the heat
The lack of snow is taking a financial toll from Maine to Michigan.
Is offshore wind development a threat to whales? Here's what to know.
Seven dead whales have washed ashore in New Jersey and New York in less than two months. Some are blaming offshore wind energy sites, but federal officials are pushing back.
Massive "Toadzilla" as big as a newborn baby found in Australia
Toxic cane toads are usually the size of a teacup, but Toadzilla is the size of a newborn human baby and will eat anything that fits in its mouth.
True extent of global warming masked by atmospheric dust, study finds
The amount of dust in the atmosphere has increased, and new research helps explain what that means for the climate.
Ski resorts struggling due to lack of snow
The East Coast has gotten significantly less snow this winter, and many ski resorts are trying to find ways to make up for it. Chance Keso, senior news producer for North America at OnTheSnow, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss how they're responding.
U.S. investigating first cases of new drug-resistant gonorrhea strain
Massachusetts has identified two cases so far that were infected by the strain, which appears to have developed some resistance to ceftriaxone.
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Could this doorbell video help solve a murder?
Putnam County Sheriff's Deputy Terrell Abernathy had no idea when he rang Georgia Police Officer Seth Perrault's doorbell that the officer's wife was lying dead in the couple's bed from a gunshot wound, prosecutors say.
Oregon police seek torture suspect who allegedly had earlier Nevada captive
Investigators in Oregon say Benjamin Foster held his victim captive. His sentence in the Nevada case was cut way short due to a plea deal.
Brett Kavanaugh touts "great relations" among justices despite court's slow pace
Kavanaugh said the public shouldn't read anything into the high court's historically slow start to releasing opinions.
Jared Polis on Trump, 2024 and how to handle classified documents
Polis spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about Trump, presidential aspirations and how classified material should be handled, among other topics.
Travelers opting for rail again as Amtrak expands options
Amtrak has announced a major upgrade to its fleet, with the new "Amtrak Airo" trains set to roll out in the next three years.
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Travelers opting for rail again as Amtrak expands options
Amtrak has announced a major upgrade to its fleet, with the new "Amtrak Airo" trains set to roll out in the next three years.
"Buy now, pay later" programs make it easy to rack up debt fast
The programs can be used on everything from groceries to weddings. But missing a payment could cost you.
Chipotle to hire 15,000 workers amid continuing labor shortage
Most restaurant operators say they don't have enough employees to meet customer demand, survey shows.
CBD has too many safety unknowns to be regulated, FDA says
Agency says there's not enough evidence to determine how much CBD can be safely consumed, and has asked Congress to create new rules.
Bed Bath & Beyond has defaulted on loans, inching closer to bankruptcy
The home goods chain has been searching for ways to stay afloat after a weak performance during the holiday season.
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Brett Kavanaugh touts "great relations" among justices despite court's slow pace
Kavanaugh said the public shouldn't read anything into the high court's historically slow start to releasing opinions.
Jared Polis on Trump, 2024 and how to handle classified documents
Polis spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about Trump, presidential aspirations and how classified material should be handled, among other topics.
DeSantis may just have made the RNC chair race a lot more competitive
The GOP Florida governor gave Ronna McDaniel's challenger, Harmeet Dhillon a boost during an interview with "The Charlie Kirk Show."
National Archives asks representatives of past six administrations to check for classified documents
Sources told CBS News that the classified documents found at Pence's residence included briefings from foreign trips.
VA urges millions of veterans exposed to burn pits to file claims
The PACT Act takes the burden of proof off veterans, automatically linking asthma, some cancers and other illnesses to burn pit exposure.
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Veterans file 260,000 burn pit claims under new law
The Department of Veterans Affairs is urging millions of veterans exposed to burn pits to file claims with the department after the PACT Act expanded health coverage. Norah O'Donnell sat down with VA Secretary Denis McDonough to see how the department is handling the largest health care expansion for veterans in decades.
VA urges millions of veterans exposed to burn pits to file claims
The PACT Act takes the burden of proof off veterans, automatically linking asthma, some cancers and other illnesses to burn pit exposure.
CBD has too many safety unknowns to be regulated, FDA says
Agency says there's not enough evidence to determine how much CBD can be safely consumed, and has asked Congress to create new rules.
FDA advisers vote to simplify COVID vaccines, retire original "monovalent" shots
Unvaccinated Americans would be able to effectively skip to the updated "bivalent" booster doses.
FDA joins investigation into contaminated cough syrups that killed 300 kids
None of the contaminated products have been sold in the United States, the agency told CBS News.
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Former monk who called Putin a "traitor" sentenced to 7 years in Russia
In November 2021, he was convicted of inciting suicidal actions through sermons in which he urged believers to "die for Russia."
U.S. military operation kills ISIS facilitator in Somalia
A special forces raid Wednesday night in northern Somalia resulted in the death of ISIS operator and facilitator Bilal al-Sudani and about 10 of his ISIS associates.
Archaeologists find the oldest non-royal mummy ever discovered in Egypt
The mummy of an ancient Egyptian named Hekashepes represents two remarkable firsts, but it wasn't the lead scientist's favorite discovery at Saqqara this week.
U.S. labels Russia-backed Wagner Group as transnational criminal organization
In a new round of sanctions, the U.S. accused the mercenary group of atrocities in Ukraine and around the world.
FDA joins investigation into contaminated cough syrups that killed 300 kids
None of the contaminated products have been sold in the United States, the agency told CBS News.
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Jeremy Renner was run over by snowplow while trying to protect nephew
Jeremy Renner said he broke more than 30 bones in the accident.
Randy Gonzalez, father of TikTok duo Enkyboys, dies of colon cancer
Randy Gonzalez and his 7-year-old son Brice were known for creating endearing videos together and with the rest of their family.
Brianne Howey on possible "Ginny & Georgia" Season 3: "It's feeling positive"
"Ginny & Georgia" has been dominating the Netflix Top 10 list since Season 2 was released this month.
Gabrielle Union talks taking on "Truth Be Told" role as a sexual assault survivor
Union teams up with Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer in the third season of the Apple TV+ show.
Paris Hilton announces birth of first baby
You are already loved beyond words," Hilton wrote.
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BuzzFeed to use OpenAI technology to create content
Digital media firm says it will use artificial intelligence to create personality quizzes and generate write-ups.
Madison Square Garden ban on lawyer foes may be illegal, AG says
Event-goers have found themselves ejected from games because they work for law firms involved in litigation with MSG.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
Why Meta is reinstating Trump's accounts
Meta says it will reinstate former President Donald Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts two years after they were suspended in the wake of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Mike Isaac, a technology correspondent for The New York Times, joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak to explain what's behind the decision.
FBI disrupted Hive ransomware variant, Justice Dept announces
The ransomware group demanded over $130 million from over 1,500 victims in 80 countries.
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Why San Diego's waves turned bright pink
San Diego's usually blue waves recently turned a bright fuchsia, and scientists are explaining why.
Archaeologists find the oldest non-royal mummy ever discovered in Egypt
The mummy of an ancient Egyptian named Hekashepes represents two remarkable firsts, but it wasn't the lead scientist's favorite discovery at Saqqara this week.
Asteroid about to zoom oh-so-close to Earth, NASA says
But it will miss, the space agency says, in one of the closest encounters of its type ever.
Egyptian archaeologists tout rare discoveries unearthed in Luxor
"We have discovered more than a thousand burial sites before in Luxor, but this is the first time we find one from the 13th Dynasty," said antiquities official Dr. Fathy Yaseen.
Earth's inner core may have started spinning the other way, study says
Exactly how the inner core rotates has been a matter of debate between scientists — and the latest research is expected to prove controversial.
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Former monk who called Putin a "traitor" sentenced to 7 years in Russia
In November 2021, he was convicted of inciting suicidal actions through sermons in which he urged believers to "die for Russia."
Could this doorbell video help solve a murder?
Putnam County Sheriff's Deputy Terrell Abernathy had no idea when he rang Georgia Police Officer Seth Perrault's doorbell that the officer's wife was lying dead in the couple's bed from a gunshot wound, prosecutors say.
Oregon police seek torture suspect who allegedly had earlier Nevada captive
Investigators in Oregon say Benjamin Foster held his victim captive. His sentence in the Nevada case was cut way short due to a plea deal.
What we know about Tyre Nichols' death
Authorities say they'll release video of Nichols' violent traffic stop Friday evening. Cities are preparing for possible protests.
5 fired Memphis officers charged with murder in Tyre Nichols' death: "This was wrong"
Video footage of the arrest has been shown to Tyre Nichols' family, but has not been made public.
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Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
Rocket Lab launches first flight from Virginia's Eastern Shore
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
NASA gets best look yet at the "deepest, coldest ices" in space
The icy ingredients studied in a molecular cloud 500 light-years away provide a "spectral snapshot" of the origins of space bodies.
Radio signal nearly 9 billion light-years away from Earth detected
Researchers have captured a radio signal from the most distant galaxy to date.
Spacewalkers continue space station power system upgrade
Spacewalks in low-Earth orbit face a small but very real threat from debris and and micrometeoroids whizzing by at extreme velocities.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Celebrities who filed for bankruptcy
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
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Memphis officers facing murder charges
Five Memphis Police officers are facing second-degree murder charges for the death of Tyre Nichols. Tyre Nichols' family is calling for peaceful protests as the department prepares to release the body camera footage showing his arrest. Elise Preston reports.
Eye Opener: Tyre Nichols video release
The body camera footage that shows the arrest of Tyre Nichols is scheduled to be released on Friday. Also, more questions arise over the way classified materials are handled as the National Archives asks former presidents and vice presidents to search their properties. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
The Uplift: Piano prodigy
An 11-year-old piano prodigy with autism gets a huge surprise. A heroic woman rescues a stranger in a blizzard. Host Tony Dokoupil faces his fear of dancing and takes dance lessons for the first time.
1/26: Red and Blue
Biden's attorneys did not tell DOJ before searching Delaware house; Dr. David Agus answers your medical questions.
Senators seek access to Biden, Trump documents
Members of the Senate Intelligence Committee are pushing for access to the documents found in the homes of President Biden, former President Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and the moderator of "Face the Nation" Margaret Brennan join "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on the documents controversy.