Mother charged after 1-year-old son died in Hurricane Florence
20-year-old mom is charged with involuntary manslaughter and driving on a closed or unopened highway
Hurricane Florence
Deputies fired after driving van into floodwaters, killing 2 women
The women were being taken to a mental health facility
Dog rescued after spending a week floating on couch in flooded home after hurricane
Humane Society of Missouri had a hard time finding the Maltese, but once they did, he was ecstatic to be rescued
National Guardsmen waved van around barricade before 2 drowned
Two women being taken to a South Carolina mental health facility during Florence drowned inside van
"A bad science fiction movie": Large, aggressive mosquitoes swarm city after Florence
The state has 61 mosquito species, and "when the flood comes, we get many, many billions of them," professor says
Charges dropped against woman who housed animals during Florence
During Hurricane Florence, Tammie Hedges housed 10 dogs and 17 cats in a warehouse that she was in the process of converting into a shelter
Florence the second-rainiest U.S. storm in 70 years, meteorologist says
Only Hurricane Harvey rained more over a 14,000 square-mile area during a four-day time period
Flooding envelops South Carolina homes as Florence death toll rises
The Waccamaw River, which floods at 11 feet, was expected to crest on Wednesday at 21.7 feet
4-year-old girl named Florence helps victims of Hurricane Florence
A 4-year-old Chicago girl named Florence was inspired to help victims of the storm that shares her name
Florence's final act: Record flooding likely on South Carolina coast
South Carolina's Georgetown County has recommended almost 8,000 people leave their homes -- more than 10 percent of the population
Florence crippled electricity and coal -- solar and wind were back the next day
Renewable energy advocates say it is less vulnerable to severe storms than traditional electric utilities
South Carolina braces for possible record flooding from Florence
Waters sweeping down swollen rivers from North Carolina threaten areas near coast; up to 8,000 people told to be ready to evacuate
North Carolina governor says floodwaters are still "treacherous"
Cooper said Saturday that nine of the state's river gauges are at major flood stage and four others are at moderate flood stage
New evacuations ordered as Florence flooding threatens more destruction
Officials ordered about 500 people to flee along the Lynches River Friday
Florence's death toll rises as South Carolina could see more flooding
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster says flooding will be the worst disaster in the state's modern history
After Florence: 5 tips for fixing a flooded home
One thing you'll have to decide is whether to hire a pro or do the work yourself -- but above all be safe
"All my stuff is gone": North Carolinians grapple with destruction
One Navy veteran showed CBS News her home, which already was fixed up after Hurricane Floyd
Hurricane Florence impact to push up used car prices
Storm has destroyed tens of thousands of vehicles, creating an urgent need for people to find new wheels
Crooks create second wave of hurricane devastation
Con artists will sweep in, hell-bent on taking advantage of victims trying to rebuild and donors looking to help
"People are trying to kill each other": Woman describes chaos after Florence
Early estimates show the storm caused as much as $22 billion in destruction, making it one of the 10 most costly hurricanes in U.S. history
Hurricane Florence's next challenge: Dealing with insurers
Homeowners who have suffered damage must now wrestle with an insurance system that's tough to navigate
Florence gone but its flooding a crisis in parts of North Carolina
Officials set handouts of supplies in nearly cut off Wilmington as swollen rivers approach record levels in many parts of state
No relief in sight for North Carolina residents after 5 days of flooding
Officials are monitoring the Cape Fear River as it continues to rise
Florence drowns 1.7 million chickens as farms flooded
Heavy flooding is hitting North Carolina's poultry industry, with some farms cut off from help
Scientists say hurricane ratings fail to convey danger of deadly rain
"There's more to the story than the category," said a University of Miami hurricane researcher
U.S.
Pope Leo XIV takes helm of Catholic Church amid a priest shortage in the U.S.
Between 1970 and 2024, the number of Catholic priests fell by more than 40% in the U.S.
4 people dead in St. Louis after severe storm swept through city
Four people were reported dead Friday after severe storms, including a possible tornado, swept through the St. Louis area.
Fisherman discovers century-old shipwreck in the fog in Lake Michigan
The ship had been buried in the sand at the bottom of the lake for decades before storms this winter apparently revealed it.
Feds use new terrorism designation to charge alleged Mexican cartel member
The U.S. Department of Justice used the new terrorism designation for the first time – providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization.
How much could you save in taxes if the GOP bill is signed into law?
The greatest benefits would go to high-income households, while low-income families would see a much more modest boost, analyses show.
Pool fences and life jackets could save hundreds of lives, CDC estimates
The study was one of the CDC's last before its injury prevention teams were laid off.
Fire destroys Nottoway Plantation House in Louisiana
The Nottoway Plantation House, a sprawling mansion on a former Louisiana sugar plantation, was "the South's largest remaining antebellum mansion."
Moody's downgrades U.S. credit rating, citing rising government debt
Moody's lowered its rating on U.S. debt from Aaa to Aa1, pointing to sustained increase in federal debt and interest payments.
GOP congressman confirms Hegseth ordered brief pause in cyber ops against Russia
CBS News reported in March that the defense secretary ordered a pause in cyber operations against Russia. Rep. Don Bacon disclosed its duration during a hearing.
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Pope Leo XIV takes helm of Catholic Church amid a priest shortage in the U.S.
Between 1970 and 2024, the number of Catholic priests fell by more than 40% in the U.S.
4 people dead in St. Louis after severe storm swept through city
Four people were reported dead Friday after severe storms, including a possible tornado, swept through the St. Louis area.
Fisherman discovers century-old shipwreck in the fog in Lake Michigan
The ship had been buried in the sand at the bottom of the lake for decades before storms this winter apparently revealed it.
Feds use new terrorism designation to charge alleged Mexican cartel member
The U.S. Department of Justice used the new terrorism designation for the first time – providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization.
How much could you save in taxes if the GOP bill is signed into law?
The greatest benefits would go to high-income households, while low-income families would see a much more modest boost, analyses show.
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How much could you save in taxes if the GOP bill is signed into law?
The greatest benefits would go to high-income households, while low-income families would see a much more modest boost, analyses show.
Moody's downgrades U.S. credit rating, citing rising government debt
Moody's lowered its rating on U.S. debt from Aaa to Aa1, pointing to sustained increase in federal debt and interest payments.
Calligraphy created by executed assassin breaking auction records
Ahn Jung-geun is best known for his dramatic assassination of Japan's first prime minister in 1909 at a railway station.
Home electricity bills forecast to reach a 12-year high this summer
High temperatures and rising electricity costs could boost home energy bills by 6% this summer, a new report says.
Consumer confidence falls to lowest level in 3 years amid inflation fears
Weakening consumer confidence and mounting uncertainty could hit spending, economists warn.
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Trump suggests his opinion of Taylor Swift has made her less popular
While Trump was in the air and on his way back to the U.S. from his first major overseas trip of his second term, the president posted about Taylor Swift.
How much could you save in taxes if the GOP bill is signed into law?
The greatest benefits would go to high-income households, while low-income families would see a much more modest boost, analyses show.
Putin won't take peace with Ukraine without restoring empire, Robert Gates says
"Putin feels that he has a destiny to recreate the Russian Empire," former Defense Secretary Robert Gates told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
GOP congressman confirms Hegseth ordered brief pause in cyber ops against Russia
CBS News reported in March that the defense secretary ordered a pause in cyber operations against Russia. Rep. Don Bacon disclosed its duration during a hearing.
Supreme Court blocks Trump administration from deportations under Alien Enemies Act
The Supreme Court on Friday said it will continue to block the Trump administration from deporting Venezuelan men detained in northern Texas.
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Pool fences and life jackets could save hundreds of lives, CDC estimates
The study was one of the CDC's last before its injury prevention teams were laid off.
FDA greenlights marketing of first Alzheimer's blood test for some patients
Japan-based Fujirebio's test, which helps doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease, is intended for patients with signs of cognitive decline.
How to limit exposure to arsenic in rice
Toxic heavy metals like arsenic are found in high levels in rice brands sold across the United States, according to a recent report — but experts say there are ways to reduce your exposure.
Novo Nordisk CEO, who led company into weight-loss drugs, to step down
Novo Nordisk, maker of weight loss drug Wegovy, says CEO Lars Fruergaard Jorgensen is leaving the company by "mutual agreement."
Bay Area mother turns pain into art on Mental Health Action Day
We don't always get to choose the name we carry, but sometimes, if you're lucky, you grow into it. On a quiet morning in May, as she labored over her latest masterpiece, Theresa Fortune was finally living up to hers.
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Calligraphy created by executed assassin breaking auction records
Ahn Jung-geun is best known for his dramatic assassination of Japan's first prime minister in 1909 at a railway station.
American man on the run for 20 years arrested in Canada
Patrick Lutts Jr., facing charges in connection to a fatal drunk-driving crash that killed two teenagers in Florida, was arrested in February under the Canadian Extradition Act
Melania Trump statue disappears, after previous one was set on fire
A bronze statue of first lady Melania Trump was sawed off and carried away from her hometown in Slovenia.
2 climbers die on Mount Everest, unclear if bodies will be retrieved
Two people died while climbing Mount Everest as hundreds of climbers are attempting to scale the world's highest peak, expedition organizers said.
Monk arrested for allegedly embezzling $9 million from temple
A Buddhist monk allegedly embezzled more than $9 million from the prominent temple he ran which was funded by donations from devotees.
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After Springsteen calls him "treasonous," Trump criticizes rock star's skin
Bruce Springsteen, a long-standing and prominent supporter of Democratic presidential candidates, made his remarks at a concert in Manchester, England.
"Death Becomes Her" earns Tony nods
With 10 Tony nominations including for best original score, "Death Becomes Her" is earning praise for its music by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey.
Early Oscar buzz hits at Cannes Film Festival
Film critic Siddhant Adlakha joins "CBS Mornings Plus" from France to discuss the biggest premieres at the Cannes Film Festival, including "The Phoenician Scheme," "Eddington," and "Die, My Love," starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson.
Cassie cross-examined in Diddy trial
Singer Cassie Ventura faced intense cross-examination in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex crimes trial, with defense attorneys asking her to read aloud past text messages. Jericka Duncan reports on the disturbing details.
Tune-Yards perform "How Big Is The Rainbow"
Tune-Yards, the Oakland-based project of musicians Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner, is making a return visit to CBS Saturday Morning. The project started small, with homemade tracks on a hand-held voice recorder, before soaring to worldwide fame with their 2011 album "Whokill." The duo, now married, have been captivating fans and critics ever since. On May 16, they are set to release new album "Better Dreaming." From that new album, here is Tune-Yards with "How Big Is The Rainbow."
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Chatbot encourages movie theater phone use
Using your phone has always been a no-no in movie theaters. But movie theatergoers could soon be encouraged to use them to interact with chatbots. New York Times reporter Brooks Barnes wrote an article about Meta's "movie mate" chatbot. He joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Web exclusive: AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton
"Godfather of AI" Geoffrey Hinton shows Brook Silva-Braga how he uses current AI models, asks ChatGPT some questions and more in this special "CBS Saturday Morning" web extra.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
How to clean up your digital footprint
Old accounts and forgotten photos can make you a target. CBS News Confirmed's Alex Clark shares how to delete your data and stay safe as internet scams reach a record $16.6 billion in losses.
Why are Trump, Musk in Saudi Arabia?
President Trump is in Saudi Arabia where his administration is looking to boost diplomatic ties through economic investment. CBS News reporter Taurean Small has the details.
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Custom gene therapy saves infant
Baby KJ Muldoon was born with a rare genetic condition that is often fatal, but doctors used custom CRISPR gene therapy to target the exact mutation in his DNA. His family shares their emotional journey in their first TV interview with CBS News.
Richard Garwin, a designer of the first hydrogen bomb, dies at 97
Garwin advised several presidents published more than 500 papers and was granted 47 U.S. patents.
Universe will die "much sooner than expected," researchers say
The universe is poised to die much faster than previously thought, according to new research by Dutch scientists.
Some U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
A new study shows the land under some of the largest cities in the U.S. is sinking. "Land subsidence" is the gradual setting or sudden sinking of the Earth's surface, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Manoochehr Shirzaei, a co-author of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Rare New Zealand snail filmed laying egg from its neck
The strange reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous New Zealand snail were once shrouded in mystery. Now, footage of the snail laying an egg from its neck has been captured for the first time.
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Watch: New Orleans jailbreak caught on video
CBS News has obtained security footage from the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office showing the moment 10 inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail on Friday. Police have captured one inmate, but nine remain at large.
NOLA police searching for 9 escaped inmates
Authorities in New Orleans are searching for nine inmates after they escaped from Orleans Parish Jail on Friday morning. Police captured a 10th inmate in the afternoon and said an 11th inmate previously believed to have escaped was found in a different jail cell. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has the details.
Update on Cassie Ventura cross-examination
Cassie Ventura began her second day of cross-examination in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex-trafficking trial on Friday. The defense started by revisiting the 2016 incident at the InterContinental Hotel where Combs was captured on security video attacking Ventura. CBS News' legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Video shows 10 inmates escaping New Orleans jail; 8 remain on the run
Ten inmates were discovered missing during a routine head count, the sheriff's office said. Two have since been found.
American man on the run for 20 years arrested in Canada
Patrick Lutts Jr., facing charges in connection to a fatal drunk-driving crash that killed two teenagers in Florida, was arrested in February under the Canadian Extradition Act
Space
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Webb telescope captures images of Jupiter's auroras in stunning detail
Jupiter's stunning auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth, as pictured in new images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.
May's full flower moon appears today. Here's how and when to see it.
May's full flower moon will light up the night sky.
Soviet-era spacecraft plunges back to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit
Kosmos 482 was launched by the then-Soviet Union in 1972 as part of a series of missions bound for Venus. But this one never made it out of orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.
Soviet spacecraft plunging back to Earth
A Soviet-era spacecraft that was meant to land on Venus in 1972 is plunging back to Earth. Marlon Sorge, an executive director at The Aerospace Corporation, joins CBS News with what to expect.
Soviet spacecraft is plunging back to Earth 53 years after launch
A Soviet-era spacecraft meant to land on Venus a half century ago is expected to plunge uncontrolled back to Earth within days.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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Reporter's Notebook: Man who saved Apollo 13
When Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell said, "Houston, we've had a problem," it was Ed Smylie who had the solution. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor has the story after Smylie's death at 95.
Chatbot encourages movie theater phone use
Using your phone has always been a no-no in movie theaters. But movie theatergoers could soon be encouraged to use them to interact with chatbots. New York Times reporter Brooks Barnes wrote an article about Meta's "movie mate" chatbot. He joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Surprising facts about Mark Twain in new book
Best-selling author Ron Chernow's list of works has revealed details of historical titans easily identified by surnames -- Grant, Washington, Rockefeller. He even inspired the hit broadway musical "Hamilton." Chernow joins to discuss his new book that focuses on another giant: Twain.
Donated sneakers are getting second life abroad
According to a 2023 footwear survey, Americans will own more than 250 pairs of shoes in a lifetime. Cristian Benavides reports on the effort to give discarded shoes new traction.
Why Trump's budget faces GOP opposition
President Trump's domestic policy bill hit a major snag after conservatives blocked it from advancing out of the House Budget Committee. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports and Marc Goldwein joins for analysis.