Year after killer tornado, scars still show
Residents of Moore, Oklahoma are still recovering after a huge twister took their homes and stole so many lives
Oklahoma tornado disaster
Back to school for kids in tornado-ravaged Moore, Okla.
12 weeks after a tornado killed 24 people in Moore, Okla., students are headed back to school
Tornado survivor, her dog found in rubble: How they're doing
Mark Strassmann reports how Barbara Garcia and her beloved dog, Bowser -- famously plucked from the tornado rubble -- are doing now
One month later: Moore, Okla., residents continue to rebuild
Residents are still cleaning up debris, one month after a tornado hit Moore, Okla.
6/20: Dow drops amid concerns over China; three-year-old hears for the first time
The Full episode of the CBS Evening News from June 20, 2013
Doctors warn Oklahomans to be careful with tornado cleanup
The danger in Okla. didn't end when the storms did. Doctors say that the smallest cut from debris while cleaning up could cause infections if left untreated
Road to recovery for Moore, Okla.
The "CBS This Morning" cameras went back to check on the families struggling to recover from the devastating tornadoes that destroyed much of their city
Storm chaser's death highlights danger of tornado studies
Veteran storm chaser killed in a tornado that took an unexpected turn in Oklahoma
6/1: Deadly tornadoes strike Oklahoma City; Massive protests across Turkey
Full episode of the CBS Evening News from June 1, 2013
Deadly tornadoes strike Oklahoma City
Deadly tornadoes strike Oklahoma City area less than two weeks after a massive EF-5 ravaged the area
Violent weather takes aim at heart of America
Nine tornadoes touched down in Oklahoma over the last 24 hours, while thunderstorms, high winds and heavy rain hit parts of Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa. More severe weather is forecast for Friday night into the weekend
Extreme weather pummels U.S.: More tornadoes on the way?
Tornadoes lash America's heartland as severe weather continues to threaten swaths of the country
5/26: President Obama visits tornado-ravaged Moore, Okla.; Vietnam vet walks for the wounded
Full episode of the CBS Evening News from May 26, 2013
Tornado victim reunites with dog during interview
During an interview with Steve Hartman, Rachquel Brown spotted her dog, Charlie, still in her house 2 days after a tornado struck
5/27: E.U. agrees to lift arms embargo on Syrian rebels; Made-to-order help for the troops
Full episode of the CBS Evening News from May 27, 2013
Volunteers from across U.S. help tornado victims in Okla.
Volunteers from across U.S. helping residents of tornado-ravaged Moore, Oklahoma recover
Obama visits Moore, promises sustained federal aid
President Obama visited the devastated city of Moore, Okla., promising federal aid for anyone who needs it
One family loses two homes to the Moore, Okla., tornado
Couple in Moore, Okla., and their daughter both lose their homes to a tornado that ravaged the town
Moore students get standing ovation at memorial service
Students who survived the Moore, Okla., tornado received a standing ovation at a public memorial service for the victims
President Obama visits tornado-ravaged Moore, Okla.
President Obama visits Moore, Okla., to console victims of the tornado that ravaged entire neighborhoods
Tornado-ravaged community holds graduation ceremony
Three high schools in Moore, Oklahoma took a break from cleaning up after a deadly tornado to hold graduation ceremonies
5/25: Cold start to summer season for Sandy-impacted shore towns; Therapy dogs help victims in distress
Full episode of the CBS Evening News from May 25, 2013
Tornado victims question whether to stay and rebuild or leave
Many Moore tornado victims who lost their homes for a second time question whether to stay and rebuild
Okla. rescue brings dogs back to their owners
Pets get reunited with their owners in a makeshift shelter in Okla.
Tornado recovery in full swing for holiday weekend
With Oklahoma roads reopened, most residents returning to homes to salvage what they can
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"The Little Mermaid" dominates at the box office
The live-action remake of the 1989 Disney classic exceeded other box office hits and new releases on Memorial Day weekend.
Rare white bison born at Wyoming state park
According to the National Parks Service, a white buffalo calf is "the most sacred living thing on Earth" to some Native American tribes.
New York City is slowly sinking, researchers say
While the process is slow, parts of the city will eventually be under water, said lead researcher Tom Parsons of the U.S. Geological Survey.
Raccoon in pet store for nail trim euthanized after customers kiss it
Raccoons are one of the most common carriers of rabies in Maine and authorities feared humans handling the raccoon might have put themselves at risk. Animals have to be euthanized to be tested for rabies.
Missing 73 years, Medal of Honor recipient's remains returned to Georgia
Late Army Cpl. Luther H. Story's bravery during the Korean War earned him the Medal of Honor -- and cost him his life. Until now, no one knew where his body was.
8 rescued after partial apartment building collapse in Davenport, Iowa
Officials lauded first responders Monday and said rescue operations were wrapping up and a recovery operation will begin soon.
Suspect arrested in connection to 5 shootings in Arizona that left 4 dead
Iren Byers, 20, was arrested in connection with four shootings late Friday night in Mesa and an additional homicide earlier on Friday in Phoenix.
Body of escaped inmate, a convicted killer, believed found in Ohio River
Bradley Gillespie escaped from an Ohio prison with another inmate, James Lee, who was previously captured.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith join Margaret Brennan.
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"The Little Mermaid" dominates at the box office
The live-action remake of the 1989 Disney classic exceeded other box office hits and new releases on Memorial Day weekend.
Rare white bison born at Wyoming state park
According to the National Parks Service, a white buffalo calf is "the most sacred living thing on Earth" to some Native American tribes.
New York City is slowly sinking, researchers say
While the process is slow, parts of the city will eventually be under water, said lead researcher Tom Parsons of the U.S. Geological Survey.
Raccoon in pet store for nail trim euthanized after customers kiss it
Raccoons are one of the most common carriers of rabies in Maine and authorities feared humans handling the raccoon might have put themselves at risk. Animals have to be euthanized to be tested for rabies.
Missing 73 years, Medal of Honor recipient's remains returned to Georgia
Late Army Cpl. Luther H. Story's bravery during the Korean War earned him the Medal of Honor -- and cost him his life. Until now, no one knew where his body was.
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Colorado delivery drivers sue Amazon, saying they had to pee in bottles
The lawsuit claims drivers urinated in bottles and defecated in dog waste bags in their delivery vans to ensure that they weren't disciplined for failing to stay on pace with their deliveries.
Celebrating monumental mistakes at the Museum of Failure
From Ford's Edsel to bottled water with flavoring for pets, notorious corporate and marketing missteps are featured in a traveling exhibition, "The Museum of Failure," now on display in Brooklyn.
Russia's war in Ukraine is spurring investments in renewable energy
Investments in solar recently overtook oil for the first time, but the world still needs scale back fossil fuels to meet climate goals, energy group says.
Immigrants now represent a record share of U.S. workers
Almost 1 in 5 workers are now foreign-born, reversing a pandemic decline when immigration slowed.
Debt ceiling deadline is now June 5, Yellen says
Time is running short for House Republicans and the White House to reach an agreement on the debt ceiling to avoid default.
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Russia issues arrest warrant for Sen. Lindsey Graham
The Kremlin is upset with remarks the South Carolina senator made about Ukraine.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," May 28, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith join Margaret Brennan.
What's in the debt ceiling deal — and what's not
Congress may vote as soon as this week on the debt ceiling deal reached by the White House and House Republicans.
Turkey's President Erdogan wins runoff, set to remain in power until 2028
Turkey's Supreme Election Council chairman said Erdogan had received 52.14% of the votes.
Hakeem Jeffries expects Dem support for debt ceiling deal
The House Democratic leader said he can guarantee the U.S. will not default on its debt.
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New mom nearly dies from rare flesh-eating bacteria
Charleigh Chatterton gave birth to her daughter with no complications. Days later, her "chances of survival were slim" after she got a rash "as hot to touch as a boiled kettle," she said.
COVID hospitalizations reach new record low nationwide, CDC says
This is the first time fewer than 9,000 new weekly admissions were reported.
Should you take off your shoes in the house? Scientists weigh in.
You probably clean your shoes if you step in something muddy or disgusting. But when you get home, do you always de-shoe at the door?
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Pfizer's Paxlovid still free, for now, after FDA grants full approval
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pills, could go to the private market by late summer.
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Indian official in hot water for draining reservoir to find his phone
The state official was suspended for ordering the entire Paralkot reservoir emptied and accused of wasting 530,000 gallons of fresh water as his region faces a heat wave.
New mom nearly dies from rare flesh-eating bacteria
Charleigh Chatterton gave birth to her daughter with no complications. Days later, her "chances of survival were slim" after she got a rash "as hot to touch as a boiled kettle," she said.
How U.S. tech is helping Ukraine fend off mounting Russian attacks
Russia's ramping up its air war on Ukraine with both low-tech drones and modern missiles. Thanks to its Western partners, Ukraine can shoot down both.
Russia issues arrest warrant for Sen. Lindsey Graham
The Kremlin is upset with remarks the South Carolina senator made about Ukraine.
How 2 brave sisters "lost everything" under the Taliban just for singing
"One day, when the Taliban is destroyed, our minds and nerves will calm down, and I will continue my art," singer Khushi Mehtab told CBS News.
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"The Little Mermaid" dominates at the box office
The live-action remake of the 1989 Disney classic exceeded other box office hits and new releases on Memorial Day weekend.
Author Isabel Allende on how writing "gave me a voice when I had no voice"
The 80-year-old Chilean-born writer, whose latest novel is "The Wind Knows My Name," talks about her tumultuous family history, and the passion and courage of her stories' female characters.
Author Isabel Allende on "The Wind Knows My Name"
Chilean-born author Isabel Allende has written more than two dozen books that have been translated into some 40 languages. The 80-year-old Allende, whose latest novel is "The Wind Knows My Name," talks with correspondent Rita Braver about her tumultuous family history, which inspired her stories' passionate and courageous characters; how her 1982 bestseller "House of the Spirits" changed her life; and about her foundation, which supports groups trying to help young girls at risk around the world.
Broadway showstopper Lillias White on giving audiences "my entire heart"
For the 71-year-old Tony-winner, now appearing in "Hadestown," it all began as a child in Brooklyn, N.Y., when relatives encouraged her to dance and sing on her grandmother's dining room table.
Broadway star Lillias White
For Broadway veteran Lillias White, it all began as a child in Brooklyn, N.Y., when relatives encouraged her to dance and sing on her grandmother's dining room table. The 71-year-old actress, who won a Tony Award for "The Life," is now starring in the Broadway musical "Hadestown." She talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about her role models growing up; her relationship with the audience; and setting the standard for singing standards.
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Full interview: Brad Smith
Brad Smith, the president and vice chair of Microsoft, joins ""Face the Nation"" to discuss the future of AI — and if it could face government regulation.
Smith on "real concern" about Chinese malware
The hacking operation code-named "Volt Typhoon" that targeted critical infrastructure in Guam and other locations in the United States is of "real concern," Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith tells "Face the Nation." Watch more of Margaret Brennan's interview with Smith Sunday on "Face the Nation."
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Private moon race ready for liftoff
As part of "CBS Mornings'" "American Innovation" series, Mark Strassmann reports on space quickly becoming the next economic frontier, if you can stick the landing.
Former Google executive speaks out against AI
Nearly 20 years ago, the movie "I, Robot" warned of an impending robot revolution powered by artificial intelligence that views humanity as "scum." Now, what was once science fiction has become a paramount concern for tech executives and futurists. Mo Gawdat, former chief business officer for Google's secretive research and development lab "X," joins CBS News to discuss the future of AI.
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Unorthodox crops could be the future of food
Some scientists believe America's breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they're warning a relentless drought is harming the nation's wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem.
Supreme Court weakens EPA power over wetlands
The Supreme Court has again weakened the power of the Environmental Protection Agency. This time it involves wetlands. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the court's latest ruling and its implications for the environment.
Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
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Suspect arrested in connection to 5 shootings in Arizona that left 4 dead
Iren Byers, 20, was arrested in connection with four shootings late Friday night in Mesa and an additional homicide earlier on Friday in Phoenix.
3 killed, 5 wounded in New Mexico shooting
Three people were killed and five others wounded in a shooting at a motorcycle rally in New Mexico.
Body of escaped inmate, a convicted killer, believed found in Ohio River
Bradley Gillespie escaped from an Ohio prison with another inmate, James Lee, who was previously captured.
3 dead, 5 injured in motorcycle gang shooting in New Mexico
On Saturday at about 5 p.m., gunshots were fired at the 2023 Red River Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally, the New Mexico Department of Public Safety said.
Would Gabby Petito be alive if abuse warning signs were acted on earlier?
Gabby Petito, 22, died at the hands of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Now, her parents are asking if her murder could have been prevented, and hope others can be saved by learning her story.
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Virgin Galactic returns to space with successful sub-orbital test flight
The first crewed flight of Virgin's spaceplane in two years sets the stage for customers to begin flights to the edge of space in June.
Astronaut Peggy Whitson touts commercial spaceflight, private space stations
In an interview with CBS News, Peggy Whitson discusses her commercial visit to the International Space Station.
Russian cargo ship docks at space station amid commercial crew visit
The Ax-2 private astronaut mission, two cargo launches and multiple spacewalks highlight a busy early summer aboard space station.
A Japanese lunar lander crashed on the moon. NASA just found the evidence.
A camera team was able to identify what NASA called "an unusual surface change" near where the lander was supposed to end up.
See stunning images of the sun by Earth's most powerful telescope
The incredible photos show sunspots and quiet areas on the sun's topmost layer.
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Summer music heats up 2023
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.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
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.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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Friendship helps girl with cerebral palsy
It's important for any child to have someone to look up to, but when a child is differently abled, having a role model can be vital. For our More Perfect Union series, Elaine Quijano reports on the bond between a 5-year-old girl living with the muscular disorder cerebral palsy and a fitness coach teaching her that her diagnosis doesn't have to slow her down.
Soldier surprises sister at graduation
Jakoriya Lyttle was not expecting to see her brother, who is in the military and stationed at Fort Bragg, at her high school graduation. But to her surprise, he drove to Tennessee to surprise her at the ceremony – and the sweet moment was captured on camera.
Number of tick-borne disease cases on the rise
According to recent CDC data, U.S. tick-borne disease cases increased 25% from 2011-2019. CBS News medical contributor and editor-at-large for Public Health at KFF Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" with tips on how to avoid tick bites and what to do if you have one.
Vietnam veterans reunite with fellow POWs
Vietnam Prisoners of War gathered at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library 50 years after the president first honored the servicemen at the White House. The bond between the veterans remains strong and they credit each other for surviving months and years of torture and making it back home together. Carter Evans reports.
Debt ceiling politics and 2024 election
The 2024 presidential election is starting to take shape, with former President Donald Trump leading the Republican race. CBS News political contributor and former communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris, Ashley Etienne, and GOP political consultant Terry Sullivan join "CBS Mornings" for a look at what's at stake.