Recovery still underway 2 years after Hurricane Harvey
"Our big thing with Harvey was arrive early, stay late," said one of the group's leaders
Hurricane Harvey
One year after Harvey, construction in Houston floodplain prompts new concerns
With new concrete going over an old course, water won't soak into the ground
Is Houston prepared for future floods?
One year ago, Hurricane Harvey pummeled east Texas for days inundating Houston and leaving $125 billion in damage. It is the costliest storm in U.S. history. Omar Villafranca returns to Houston for a look at what’s being done to prevent future flooding.
Hotel blamed for woman's "horrific death" during Hurricane Harvey
Lawsuit reveals new details of what happened in the moments leading up to the drowning of 48-year-old Jill Renick
9 months after Harvey, some hospitals see uptick in newborns
Storm left a wake of destruction for many Texas residents, but it also seems to have brought a few new bundles of joy as well
Huge tunnels, new reservoir for Houston area post-Harvey?
Officials may put $1-$2 billion bond issues before voters as Texas county hardest hit by hurricane debates funding sources, options
Hurricane Harvey's toxic impact deeper than public told
More than 6 months after floodwaters swamped Houston, the extent of environmental damage is beginning to surface along with questions about long-term health impact
Delivering hope to Texans still rebuilding after Harvey
In our ongoing series, A More Perfect Union, we visit the hard-hit community of Vidor, Texas
"Destroyed" Rockport struggles to recover months after Harvey hit
"No one gives you a frick'n survival guide when a hurricane comes and you're destroyed, this is what you need to do," said one resident
327 toxic Superfund sites in climate change bulls-eye: AP
The sites are prone to flooding, which can spread toxins, or vulnerable to climate change-linked sea level rise, analysis finds
Senate delays $81B disaster aid package
Both Republicans and Democrats in the Senate want changes, and it was among the items Democrats sought to hold onto for leverage next year
U.S. experienced 15 billion-dollar natural disasters in 2017, group says
The disasters included one drought event, two flooding events, one freeze event, seven severe storm events, three tropical cyclone events and one wildfire event
Secret Santa spreads holiday cheer to Texas town hit by Harvey
A businessman gives out $100 bills every year, but this year he's focusing his attention on a police department in Texas hard hit by Harvey
Red Cross faces criticism over Hurricane Harvey aid
The Red Cross rolled out a new online system to help Harvey victims, but some residents say they're not getting the help they need
Flesh-eating bacteria from Harvey debris kills Texas man
Health officials say 31-year-old Galveston man contracted flesh-eating bacterial infection while he was doing repair work
Inmates donate $53,000 for Hurricane Harvey relief
Officials say Texas prison inmates donated more than $53,000 from their commissary funds to the American Red Cross
All 5 living ex-presidents to attend hurricane relief concert
The concert, called "Deep From the Heart," will be held at Texas A&M's Reed Arena on Oct. 21 and will feature some major country music
White House to request $29B for disaster aid package
The request is expected to be sent to Congress on Wednesday, the Associated Press reported
EPA finds Harvey damage at Houston Superfund site
The EPA says an unknown amount of dangerous chemicals may have washed downriver during flooding from Hurricane Harvey
Were Harvey floodwaters knowingly forced into neighborhoods?
Sweeny residents say Phillips 66 refinery and Chevron Phillips dammed two bayous, forcing floodwaters into their neighborhood
Woman dies of infection from Harvey floodwaters
The 77-year-old Texas woman died from flesh-eating bacteria she contracted after falling into floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey
Report: Evidence of spills during floods at toxic site
U.S. government received reports of three spills at one of Houston's dirtiest Superfund toxic waste sites after Hurricane Harvey
Houston firefighters told to stay home during Harvey, union says
On Sunday, Aug. 27, as fast-rushing water chased people onto their rooftops, about 3,000 firefighters were instructed not to report to work, the president of the city's firefighters union said
Houston launches all-out assault to combat mosquitoes
The mosquito population is expected to explode after Hurricane Harvey left behind countless pools of stagnant water
Police raid nursing home where dramatic Harvey rescue took place
On Wed., Aug. 30, the Lake Arthur Place residents were evacuated from rising floodwaters, after desperate pleas by employees
U.S.
Coronavirus updates: COVID-19 cases top 75,000 in New York
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said there have been 1,550 deaths in the state, the U.S. epicenter of the virus outbreak.
Lawsuit: Zoom illegally sold users' personal data
The video-conferencing tool has seen its user accounts soar recently, putting a spotlight on its security measures.
Marriott reveals second big data breach in two years
Marriott said 5.2 million hotel guests may have had their personal information accessed dating back to mid-January.
Man uses bucket truck to visit mom amid coronavirus pandemic
He usually takes his mom out every Thursday – but during coronavirus, he had to get creative.
Vegas homeless placed in parking lot after shelter closes
In the photos, people suffering from homelessness are seen lying on concrete, separated by six-foot squares.
Health care workers share faces bruised by protective gear
"I feel broken — and we are only at the start," one doctor wrote.
Disney's Bob Iger gives up salary during coronavirus
Iger isn't the only Disney employee giving up some earnings while the Disney parks remain closed.
Stocks on track for worst quarter since 2008
The Dow has shed 22% of its value since the year started and COVID-19 shut down broad swaths of the economy.
At White House, MyPillow CEO tells Americans to read Bible
"I encourage you to use this time at home to get back in the Word, read our Bibles and spend time with our families," he said.
Navy captain pleads for help as coronavirus sweeps through aircraft carrier
Captain Brett Crozier sent an urgent letter to the Navy with aggressive measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 among the crew of the aircraft carrier.
Gun stores deemed essential businesses amid coronavirus
The guidance comes after the NRA lobbied that firearms and ammunition retailers are "critical infrastructure"
Amazon fires worker who organized warehouse walkout
"This was a targeted retaliation," assistant manager Christian Smalls told CBS MoneyWatch. Amazon says otherwise.
Trump administration eases Obama-era emissions standards
The rule waters down an Obama-era mileage standard meant to encourage automakers to make more fuel-efficient and electric cars.
More retail giants will furlough workers, expert says
"The job situation is going to be getting worse and worse, at least for the next few months," Schlesinger said.
Democrats demand data on racial disparities in coronavirus response
The letter is signed by Elizabeth Warren, Ayanna Pressley and three other congressional Democrats
World
More World
Coronavirus updates: COVID-19 cases top 75,000 in New York
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said there have been 1,550 deaths in the state, the U.S. epicenter of the virus outbreak.
Jerusalem sanitizes stones of Western Wall amid pandemic
As the Jewish holiday Passover approaches, Israel is ramping up its social distancing guidelines and implementing extra safety measures.
750,000 volunteers to help U.K. health service manage COVID-19
Three times more people than expected applied to the massive new volunteer program, which will help ensure the most vulnerable get the help they need.
12-year-old girl dies from coronavirus
Dying from the virus at such a young age "is a very rare occurrence," said government spokesman Dr Emmanuel Andre, adding that her death "shook us".
Hundreds of Americans flown out of locked-down Nepal
U.S. State Department arranged the flight for those wanting to get home during the pandemic but as many as 4,000 Americans are still there.
U.S.
More U.S.
Coronavirus updates: COVID-19 cases top 75,000 in New York
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said there have been 1,550 deaths in the state, the U.S. epicenter of the virus outbreak.
Lawsuit: Zoom illegally sold users' personal data
The video-conferencing tool has seen its user accounts soar recently, putting a spotlight on its security measures.
Marriott reveals second big data breach in two years
Marriott said 5.2 million hotel guests may have had their personal information accessed dating back to mid-January.
Man uses bucket truck to visit mom amid coronavirus pandemic
He usually takes his mom out every Thursday – but during coronavirus, he had to get creative.
Vegas homeless placed in parking lot after shelter closes
In the photos, people suffering from homelessness are seen lying on concrete, separated by six-foot squares.
Politics
More Politics
At White House, MyPillow CEO tells Americans to read Bible
"I encourage you to use this time at home to get back in the Word, read our Bibles and spend time with our families," he said.
Texas abortion ban can continue, court rules
Patients in Texas will no longer be able to access abortion services until further review by the court.
Navy captain pleads for help as coronavirus sweeps through aircraft carrier
Captain Brett Crozier sent an urgent letter to the Navy with aggressive measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 among the crew of the aircraft carrier.
Trump administration eases Obama-era emissions standards
The rule waters down an Obama-era mileage standard meant to encourage automakers to make more fuel-efficient and electric cars.
Massachusetts Democrats cancel state convention, endorse Markey for Senate
The party also agreed that Joe Kennedy III would reach the 15% threshold necessary to appear on the ballot.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Entertainment
“ACM Presents: Our Country” airs Sunday
Blake Shelton and Carrie Underwood are two of the many artists that will be featured on the Sunday special, “ACM Presents: Our Country,” packed full of conversations and songs from country music’s biggest stars. The Academy of Country Music had to postpone its awards show over the coronavirus pandemic, and will air the special in its place to give music fans something to look forward to as the virus forces events such as concerts and festivals to be called off.
Empire State Building flashes red to honor first responders
The top of the New York City landmark has a siren-like light revolving around its famed needle.
Who should play Joe Exotic in a "Tiger King" movie?
There can be only one Tiger King.
Stephon Marbury is trying to help deliver 10M masks to NYC
The gear is for hospital workers and first responders in the front lines against coronavirus.
Performing arts online: Bringing theater to socially-distancing audiences
In lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic? Broadway and West End theatre, concert performances, opera and improv comedy are as close as your remote.
Technology
More Technology
Marriott reveals second big data breach in two years
Marriott said 5.2 million hotel guests may have had their personal information accessed dating back to mid-January.
Amazon fires worker who organized warehouse walkout
"This was a targeted retaliation," assistant manager Christian Smalls told CBS MoneyWatch. Amazon says otherwise.
Screening site promised by Trump takes step toward expansion
The Project Baseline website remains focused on just four California counties
Can this simple ventilator help slow coronavirus death rate?
The OxVent is comprised of three simple pieces: a control box, a transparent container with a pump inside, and a monitor used to track ventilation.
Amazon warehouse workers walk out over coronavirus
Workers in Staten Island, New York, say the e-commerce giant is not doing enough to protect them from getting sick.
Science
More Science
SpaceX wins NASA moon program contract
SpaceX's Dragon XL cargo ships will support NASA's Artemis moonwalkers and allow extended research.
Great Barrier Reef suffers another mass bleaching
This is the third mass coral bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef in just five years.
Australian bushfire smoke killed more people than fires: Study
Smoke from the fires caused 417 deaths and more than 4,400 hospitalizations.
Air pollution clearing due to coronavirus lockdowns
Satellite images show strict lockdowns to stop the spread of the coronavirus are also having an impact on the environment.
Nature up close: Allowing nature to tend to our souls
"Sunday Morning" contributing videographer Judy Lehmberg offers a break from the virus
Health
More Health
Coronavirus updates: COVID-19 cases top 75,000 in New York
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said there have been 1,550 deaths in the state, the U.S. epicenter of the virus outbreak.
Man uses bucket truck to visit mom amid coronavirus pandemic
He usually takes his mom out every Thursday – but during coronavirus, he had to get creative.
Jerusalem sanitizes stones of Western Wall amid pandemic
As the Jewish holiday Passover approaches, Israel is ramping up its social distancing guidelines and implementing extra safety measures.
Health care workers share faces bruised by protective gear
"I feel broken — and we are only at the start," one doctor wrote.
Texas abortion ban can continue, court rules
Patients in Texas will no longer be able to access abortion services until further review by the court.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Lawsuit: Zoom illegally sold users' personal data
The video-conferencing tool has seen its user accounts soar recently, putting a spotlight on its security measures.
Marriott reveals second big data breach in two years
Marriott said 5.2 million hotel guests may have had their personal information accessed dating back to mid-January.
Disney's Bob Iger gives up salary during coronavirus
Iger isn't the only Disney employee giving up some earnings while the Disney parks remain closed.
Stocks on track for worst quarter since 2008
The Dow has shed 22% of its value since the year started and COVID-19 shut down broad swaths of the economy.
Amazon fires worker who organized warehouse walkout
"This was a targeted retaliation," assistant manager Christian Smalls told CBS MoneyWatch. Amazon says otherwise.
Crime
More Crime
Police ask for leads in disappearance of Don Lewis
Carole is accused of having some involvement in her husband's disappearance in the series — rumors she vehemently denies.
Pastor arrested after holding packed church service in Florida
Sheriff told leaders of The River at Tampa Bay Church they violated a local "safer-at-home" order to stem the spread of COVID-19.
Man charged for throwing "corona party" with 47 people
The New Jersey governor called the party "stupid" and said he would "name and shame" anybody who throws one.
"Grim Sleeper" serial killer found dead in prison
The stepmother of a victim named Barbara Ware said she was shocked by the news.
Hanukkah stabbings victim dies 3 months after attack
Josef Neumann, 72, died Sunday night, the Orthodox Jewish Public Affairs Council said in a tweet.
Space
More Space
SpaceX wins NASA moon program contract
SpaceX's Dragon XL cargo ships will support NASA's Artemis moonwalkers and allow extended research.
U.S. Space Force launches billion-dollar military comms satellite
The flight was the first national security space launch under authority of the newly established U.S. Space Force — and completed during a deadly pandemic.
Astronaut who spent 665 days in space has advice on isolation
By social distancing and quarantining, people are "saving lives," retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson said.
Coronavirus to stop astronaut's family from attending launch
NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy is dealing with some unexpected changes as he prepares for launch next month.
Early spring equinox brings planetary entertainment
Mars, Jupiter, Saturn and a crescent moon will be clustered together in the southeastern sky just before daybreak.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
New on Netflix, Amazon, Disney+, Hulu and More
Shows and movies you'll want to stream soon.
The worst movies of 2020
Some of the worst films of the year star big-name actors, including Mark Wahlberg, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and Kristen Stewart.
Lizzie Borden case: Images from the notorious crime scene
Over 100 years ago Lizzie Borden was arrested and charged with the brutal murder of her father and stepmother. See what police found at the scene and what transpired at her trial.
Awkward Easter Bunny photos
Children love the Easter Bunny – until they meet him
America's most conservative colleges in 2020, ranked
Brigham Young, Notre Dame, Bob Jones -- which university is No. 1?
Popular
More Popular
Popular
Sole survivor of Chino Hills massacre describes what happened
Doug and Peggy Ryen, their daughter, Jessica, and neighbor Christopher Hughes were brutally murdered inside the Ryen family’s home on June 4, 1983. Josh Ryen was the only survivor. A year-and-a-half later, the 10-year-old answered D.A. Dennis Kottemeier’s questions about that horrific night – with his grandmother by his side.
Gov. Cuomo on brother Chris testing positive
At his daily press briefing on the coronavirus outbreak, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo spoke about his brother Chris Cuomo, the CNN anchor, testing positive for COVID-19 and his concern about protecting their elderly mother from the virus. "It could happen to anyone," he said. Watch his remarks.
Trump touts coronavirus testing numbers
President Trump says the U.S. has now conducted more coronavirus tests than any other country, but it still lags far behind per capita. Meanwhile some governors say they still don't have the equipment they need. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN to talk about the latest.
Animal adoptions, fosters spike amid virus
A growing number of Americans are choosing to adopt or foster a pet as millions are forced to stay home over coronavirus precautions. The ASPCA says it’s seen a nearly 70% increase in the number of animals going into foster care in New York and Los Angeles, compared to this time last year. Dana Jacobson speaks to shelter workers and foster groups to hear how they are preparing the flood of new pet owners .
Lawyer details secret meetings with Epstein
Attorney Brad Edwards represents dozens of women who accused late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein of varying degrees of sexual assault when they were underaged. He speaks with Anthony Mason to talk about his decadeslong psychological struggle against Epstein's estate, chronicled in his new book, "Relentless Pursuit: My Fight for the Victims of Jeffrey Epstein."
