Recovering boats left derelict by Hurricane Ian
Cleanup continues four months after the Category 4 storm devastated Florida's Gulf Coast.
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Spike in infections with "flesh-eating" bacteria after Hurricane Ian
Lee County, which encompasses Fort Myers, has recorded an "abnormal increase" in cases as a result of flooding from the storm.
Florida water "looks like root beer, smells like dead fish" after hurricane
Portapotties, sewage, vehicles leaking gas and dead animals are just some of the odorous things infecting Florida's waters post-storm.
Few in Florida had flood insurance before Ian. They fear they'll have to pay the price
"Our insurance would be more than our mortgage or our rent," one resident said.
Residents allowed to return to Florida island slammed by Hurricane Ian
CBS News has contacted local sheriffs and, with their records, has confirmed at least 125 deaths — directly or in part — due to the hurricane in Florida.
Hurricane Ian destroys man's home and business: "I lost my entire life"
The owner of Fort Myers' Green Cup Cafe describes how Hurricane Ian forced him to battle carbon monoxide and raging floodwaters as it tore through his beloved small business.
Biden meets with DeSantis during Florida trip to survey Hurricane Ian damage
The president said he and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke several times last week about the hurricane.
Many in Florida still lack food, running water, electricity after Ian
Many residents still lack food, running water and electricity in the storm's aftermath.
People who worked for years on dream homes see them destroyed by Ian
These Floridians dedicated years to building their dream homes in Port Charlotte and Key West. Now, one family's roof was ripped off "like a zipper" as another is "starting from zero."
Hurricane Ian death toll tops 100 as Florida struggles to recover
About 427,000 homes and businesses in Florida were still without power on Tuesday.
Biden surveys Hurricane Fiona damage in Puerto Rico, says "we have to do more"
According to Puerto Rico Department of Health, there have been 13 confirmed deaths on the island attributed to the storm as of Monday.
Hurricane Ian death toll rises to at least 103
With the death toll rising, FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell said the federal government was ready to help in a huge way.
How a solar-powered community withstood Hurricane Ian
Charlotte County, Florida, was knocked "off the grid" because of Hurricane Ian. But one community within it known as "the world's first solar-powered town" never lost power or internet – only a few shingles and some downed trees.
Search suspended for 16 migrants missing after boat sank off Florida during storm
A boat carrying 27 Cuban migrants capsized and sank Wednesday just hours before Hurricane Ian made landfall.
Fort Myers mayor says county acted "appropriately" with evacuation orders ahead of Hurricane Ian
"The thing is that a certain percentage of people will not heed the warnings regardless," Anderson said.
Photos show Hurricane Ian's catastrophic damage
At least 28 people died due to the storm, and many more were left without a home.
Ian brings flooding, damage to South Carolina; death toll rises in Florida
Ian was expected to weaken Saturday and "dissipate early Sunday," the National Hurricane Center reported.
Rescuers continue search for Hurricane Ian survivors in Florida
FEMA and U.S. Coast Guard officials said about 4,000 people have been rescued in Florida by local, state and federal authorities.
Hurricane Ian survivors now face the devastation the storm left behind
Search and rescue teams are uncovering scenes of enormous loss in the aftermath.
Is that a shark? Man films finned creature swimming around in Hurricane Ian flood waters
Dominic Cameratta told CBS News the pond in his backyard was starting to overflow from the rain. "It looked like there was a fish in there. I kind of zoomed in on it, I was kind of surprised," he said
Florida official describes harrowing search scene in wake of Ian
The governor said more than 1,000 rescue personnel are going up and down the Florida coast.
Why Hurricane Ian could disrupt air travel for the next week
Most travelers have until only Oct. 8 to re-book their flights.
Disney reopens after closing as Hurricane Ian blasted Florida
Entertainment giant is gradually welcoming back visitors to its theme parks and hotels starting Friday morning.
How to help victims of Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian knocked out Cuba's power grid, devastated millions in Florida and is now on its way up the East Coast.
Hurricane Ian could bring "life-threatening" storm surge to South Carolina
It could bring a "life-threatening" storm surge to South Carolina, forecasters say. Ian left catastrophic destruction in Florida and is being blamed for at least six deaths there.
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Suspect in the killing of CEO hires former Manhattan prosecutor
Luigi Mangione will be represented by Karen Friedman Agnifilo, who was a high-ranking deputy in the Manhattan district attorney's office for years before entering private practice.
Nancy Pelosi has hip replacement surgery after injury
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
1 person killed at U.S. Army base in Georgia
The shooter was taken into custody, and an "all clear" was given less than an hour after Fort Eisenhower went into lockdown, the installation's operations center said on social media.
Trump expected to attend Saturday's Army-Navy game with key allies
President-elect Donald Trump will huddle with allies as one of college football's biggest rivalries takes to the field.
How do you play white elephant? The gift exchange rules, explained
White Elephant gift exchanges are common during the holidays. Here's what to know about the rules of the exchange and how to play.
McConnell warns RFK Jr. against effort to undermine polio vaccines
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
Secret Santa gives thousands of dollars to North Carolina victims of Helene
Every year, this anonymous, wealthy businessman travels the country during the holidays, giving away about $100,000 in $100 bills.
Possible bird strike forces jet to make emergency landing at JFK Airport
Back in 2009, the "Miracle on the Hudson" involved a bird strike and a plane taking the same route as Thursday's American Airlines jet.
Trump ordered to sit for deposition in defamation suit against ABC News
Trump's lawsuit alleges anchor George Stephanopoulos made defamatory comments when discussing the E. Jean Carroll case.
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Suspect in the killing of CEO hires former Manhattan prosecutor
Luigi Mangione will be represented by Karen Friedman Agnifilo, who was a high-ranking deputy in the Manhattan district attorney's office for years before entering private practice.
Nancy Pelosi has hip replacement surgery after injury
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
1 person killed at U.S. Army base in Georgia
The shooter was taken into custody, and an "all clear" was given less than an hour after Fort Eisenhower went into lockdown, the installation's operations center said on social media.
Trump expected to attend Saturday's Army-Navy game with key allies
President-elect Donald Trump will huddle with allies as one of college football's biggest rivalries takes to the field.
How do you play white elephant? The gift exchange rules, explained
White Elephant gift exchanges are common during the holidays. Here's what to know about the rules of the exchange and how to play.
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Meta, Amazon, tech CEOs sending $1 million each for Trump's inauguration
Tech companies are sending big bucks to President-elect Donald Trump's nonprofit inaugural committee.
Macy's says it will close 65 stores this year
Macy's is accelerating store closures, with plans to shutter more than 50 locations.
Social Security Fairness Act takes big step towards passage
Lawmakers are moving ahead with a bipartisan bill that would provide enhanced Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, but hurdles remain.
McKinsey agrees to $650 million settlement over opioids work
Consulting firm has agreed to pay $650 million to settle a federal investigation into its work for opioids manufacturer Purdue Pharma.
Here's what Trump's plans to extend his tax cuts could mean for you
President-elect Donald Trump has said he wants to extend the 2017 tax cuts, plus throw in a few more. Here's what to know.
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Nancy Pelosi has hip replacement surgery after injury
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
Trump expected to attend Saturday's Army-Navy game with key allies
President-elect Donald Trump will huddle with allies as one of college football's biggest rivalries takes to the field.
McConnell warns RFK Jr. against effort to undermine polio vaccines
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
Trump ordered to sit for deposition in defamation suit against ABC News
Trump's lawsuit alleges anchor George Stephanopoulos made defamatory comments when discussing the E. Jean Carroll case.
Appeals court denies TikTok's bid to delay ban
TikTok is now expected to ask the Supreme Court to weigh in.
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Teenager's mild symptoms were signs of an alarming condition
Lizzie Clark was 13 when she started hearing a constant ringing in her ear. Doctors found a tumor on her facial nerve.
McConnell warns RFK Jr. against effort to undermine polio vaccines
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
What is Red 40 and why hasn't the FDA banned the dye?
The FDA's top food official says the safety of the dye called Red 40 hasn't been assessed in over a decade, despite concerns over its potential behavioral health effects.
Texas sues New York doctor for telehealth abortion pill prescription
Texas has sued a New York doctor for prescribing abortion pills to a Dallas-area woman via telemedicine.
Medically-assisted deaths in Canada reach record high
According to data released Wednesday by Health Canada, about 4.7% of Canadians who died in 2023 received MAID, or Medical Assistance in Dying.
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Blinken confirms U.S. officials have been in contact with Syrian rebel group
Antony Blinken is the first U.S. official to confirm contact between the Biden administration and the rebel coalition that ousted Bashar al-Assad from power.
Spain's Mango clothing chain founder dies in accident
Isak Andic founded clothing retailer Mango, one of Europe's largest fashion groups, in 1984.
U.N. talks fail to reach agreement regarding increased risks of global drought
The biennial talks, known as COP 16, attempted to create strong global mandates to legally bind and require nations to fund early warning systems and build resilient infrastructure in poorer countries.
South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol impeached by parliament
South Korea's parliament has impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his martial law decree, ending days of political paralysis.
American Travis Timmerman flown out of Syria after release from prison
A U.S. defense official told CBS News that Travis Timmerman was flown out of Syria and into Jordan by the U.S. military and handed over to the State Department.
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Nate Bargatze on career, Christmas special
Comedian Nate Bargatze is ringing in the holiday season with his new "Nashville Christmas" comedy special. The stand-up will air on CBS on Thursday. Bargatze, currently in the middle of a world tour, is best known for his clean comedy and everyman feel. Dana Jacobson caught up with him to talk more about how he began his comedy career.
Inside audiences' love of disaster movies
Natural and man-made disasters have always been a part of life - and they've become a very successful film genre. Michelle Miller recently went to a 50th anniversary screening of the acclaimed disaster film "The Towering Inferno" to try to find out why audiences love these films so much.
Sean "Diddy" Combs will remain in NYC jail after withdrawing bail appeal
Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
Paula Abdul settles lawsuit alleging sexual assault by 'American Idol' producer
Paula Abdul and former "American Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe have agreed to settle a lawsuit in which she alleged he sexually assaulted her in the early 2000s when she was a judge on the show.
Bonnie Raitt on iconic music career and Kennedy Center honors
Bonnie Raitt reflects on her 50-year career, including iconic hits like "I Can't Make You Love Me" to her recent Kennedy Center honor.
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Appeals court denies TikTok's bid to delay ban
TikTok is now expected to ask the Supreme Court to weigh in.
Important holiday shipping deadlines to know
Americans are expected to spend a record amount this holiday season, but the deadline for those presents to reach their destination is quickly approaching. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus has some important dates to remember.
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.
Tech leaders donate to Trump inaugural fund
As President-elect Donald Trump and his team prepare for day one of the new administration, CBS News has learned some major players in Big Tech are sending huge amounts of money their way. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Stanley recalls mugs due to burn hazard
Stanley is recalling more than 2.5 million of its Switchback and Trigger Action travel mugs. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the lids can expand when exposed to heat. That can make the cover detach, leading to potential burns from hot liquids.
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Sustainable gift-giving: How to reduce waste
According to the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. creates nearly 6 billion tons more waste in December than in other months. The nonprofit says about 25% of returned products end up in landfills. Sandra Goldmark, a circular economy expert and associate dean at the Columbia University Climate School, joins CBS News to share examples of sustainable, environmentally friendly gifts for everyone on your list.
Insurers pull back wildfire coverage
Increasingly intense wildfires have become more common in California, upending the lives of thousands. Many insurers are dwindling coverage options, leaving several homes in danger. Business Insider senior sustainability reporter Catherine Boudreau joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Study finds young people most at risk of heat
A new Columbia University Climate School study discovered that young people may be most at risk of heat-related deaths. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Climate change could bring more snow in some areas
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how.
Wisdom, the world's oldest-known wild bird, lays an egg at 74
Wisdom the Laysan albatross was first tagged by researchers in 1956. Since then, she's believed to have raised as many as 30 chicks.
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Suspect in the killing of CEO hires former Manhattan prosecutor
Luigi Mangione will be represented by Karen Friedman Agnifilo, who was a high-ranking deputy in the Manhattan district attorney's office for years before entering private practice.
The evidence that transformed a Georgia man from hero to villain
A woman is attacked in her Canton, Georgia, home on New Year's Day. Her ex-husband appeared to be her savior; evidence showed the contrary.
New details released in CEO's murder case
A Manhattan grand jury is hearing the case against the suspect arrested in connection with the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. NYPD investigators say they have evidence which places the suspect at the scene of the murder. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Manhattan DA: Mangione may waive extradition
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office has started presenting evidence to a grand jury in the case against the man suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. At a news conference Friday afternoon, District Attorney Alvin Bragg gave an update on the efforts to extradite Luigi Mangione to New York. CBS News crime and public safety senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has the details.
Luigi Mangione case evidence
A New York grand jury is being presented with evidence collected in the case against Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more on what's known about the case.
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Here's when, where the Geminid meteor shower will be visible during peak
One of the best meteor showers of the year is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can catch the Geminids.
When you can see the Cold Moon, 2024's final full moon
December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.
Learning from the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars
Engineers now say they understand the most likely cause of the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars earlier this year.
Emily Calandrelli talks Blue Origin mission
Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after recently becoming the 100th woman ever in space. She and her Blue Origin crewmates traveled over 62 miles above sea level during their mission last month.
Why you shouldn't wait for the Geminid meteor shower peak this year
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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Road to Damascus | Sunday on 60 Minutes
A generation of Syrians has never known freedom and so when it swept over them, last Sunday, there was shock, then joy, and desperate hope that it might last. This Sunday, Scott Pelley reports from Damascus on what's next for the country.
Wyatt Flores performs "Stillwater"
Born and raised in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Wyatt Flores started playing guitar at the age of 13. In 2020, he dropped out of school to pursue music full time. Two years later, he released his first EP, and earlier this year, released his first full-length album "Welcome to the Plains." Now, from his new record, here's Wyatt Flores with "Stillwater."
Wyatt Flores performs "Don't Wanna Say Goodnight"
Wyatt Flores started playing guitar at 13, and in 2020 he dropped out of college to pursue music full time. Two years later, he released his first EP, which included his breakout hit "Please Don't Go." Now, the country singer-songwriter who was named "Breakout Artist of the Year" by Amazon, is on a national headlining tour and has released his first album, "Welcome to the Plains." Now, from "Welcome to the Plains," here is Wyatt Flores with "Don't Wanna Say Goodnight."
Wyatt Flores performs "Milwaukee"
Born and raised in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Wyatt Flores started playing guitar at the age of 13. In 2020, he dropped out of school to pursue music full time. Two years later, he released his first EP, and earlier this year, released his first full-length album "Welcome to the Plains." Now, from his new record, here's Wyatt Flores with "Milwaukee."
The Dish: Kuya Lord
Chef Lord Maynard Llera is bringing a taste of the Philippines to Los Angeles with his restaurant Kuya Lord. The cozy dining room belies a stellar reputation, and the menu focuses on food from the southern Tagalog region of the Philippines.