Judge: Government can end housing aid for Puerto Rican evacuees
Judge denies effort to force government to continue providing aid that has allowed evacuees to live in hotels
Puerto Rico's Road To Recovery
Hurricane Maria is now one of deadliest disasters in U.S. history
A new analysis reveals that Hurricane Maria is America's deadliest natural disaster in more than 100 years
Hurricane Maria caused an estimated 2,975 deaths in Puerto Rico, study finds
New study explains why the initial government report of 64 dead fell far short of reflecting the actual toll of the storm
"We're ready to turn the page": Puerto Rican town with viral S.O.S. sign after Maria has new slogan
"The story isn't about what Maria did to Puerto Rico," said Brad Dean, CEO of Discover Puerto Rico. "Its about what people achieved after Maria"
Donations sent to Puerto Rico were found rotting in parking lot
There are also about 10 containers filled with non-perishable supplies that sat at the government facility for 11 months
New coalition plans 7-figure campaign aimed at Puerto Rican voters
The campaign also plans protests at Mar-a-Lago and Trump Tower in September coinciding with the anniversary of Hurricane Maria's landfall in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico: 1,427 more deaths "than normal" in the wake of hurricanes
The death toll from Hurricane Maria has long been scrutinized and debated
New study sheds light on death toll from Hurricane Maria
New estimate of 1,139 deaths is many times higher than the official government death toll – but not as high as another recent study
"Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda announces arts fund for Puerto Rico
The "Hamilton" playwright said Sunday during a visit to the island that he hopes the fund will grow to $15 million in upcoming years
Turmoil slows rebuilding of Puerto Rico’s power grid
An official said the turmoil has fueled delays in launching $1.4 billion worth of work that includes replacing creaky wooden power poles vulnerable to collapse in the next storm
Judge orders housing extension for hurricane victims as Puerto Rico, FEMA ignite spat
Evacuees sued the government agency because they were going to get kicked out on July 1
"This isn't a suitable place to live": Many in Puerto Rico still under tarps
Blue tarps or sturdier plastic sheets installed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are still widely visible around the island nearly nine months after a devastating storm
Puerto Rican Day Parade salutes hurricane heroes
The parade honored first responders and others who stepped up to help with emergency efforts
Puerto Rican Day Parade in NYC to spotlight ongoing struggle
Amid all the fun and celebration planned for Sunday, organizers and participants want to keep a spotlight on something serious
Puerto Rico ordered to release hurricane-related death data
Government has 7 days to comply with the ruling, which responds to a lawsuit filed by CNN and Puerto Rico's Center for Investigative Journalism
Puerto Rico agency sues government to obtain death data
The agency announced it has sued the U.S. territory's health department and demographic registry to obtain death data following Hurricane Maria
"Never forget us": Thousands in Puerto Rico still without power
If you land in San Juan, you'll find most people going about their lives -- but just outside the city, it's impossible to miss the misery
Official reveals new timeline for restoring power in Puerto Rico
"We all wish we were further along," CEO of Puerto Rico's Electric Power Authority said; more than 11,000 customers remain in the dark
Family members react to study showing shocking death toll from Hurricane Maria
A study by Harvard University found that the death toll in Puerto Rico stemming from Hurricane Maria is likely 70 times higher than official estimates
San Juan mayor on hurricane death toll study
A new Harvard University study estimates Puerto Rico's death toll from Hurricane Maria could be more than 70 times higher than reported. The study estimates more than 4,600 people died, but the official government death toll is 64. David Begnaud speaks with the San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz about the government response to the storm.
Puerto Rico governor responds to shocking report on hurricane death toll
Harvard University study estimates the death toll from the storm is more than 4,600 while the official government toll is 64
Study: 4,600+ Puerto Rico hurricane deaths
The real death toll from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico is more than 70 times higher than officials claimed, according to a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud, who spent weeks in Puerto Rico reporting on the hurricane and its aftermath, joins CBSN to discuss the study.
Puerto Rico "preparing for a catastrophic event" as hurricane season nears
In the wake of Hurricane Maria, emergency plans have been changed to warn the island's residents they need enough supplies to survive 10 days, rather than three
Puerto Rico governor on "highly frustrating" hurricane recovery process
Ricardo Rosselló says the U.S. territory is "starting to reach normalcy," but 40,000 homes and businesses are still without power
Tensions rise as Puerto Rico residents lack basic services
Puerto Rico's Senate ordered government agencies to explain why tens of thousands of people in rural areas remain without power
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Husband of U.S. soldier killed in Kuwait on what her service meant
The Minnesota mom of two and U.S. soldier was days from returning home from her tour in Kuwait when she was killed in an Iranian strike.
Savannah Guthrie gives first interview since mom vanished: "It is unbearable"
Savannah Guthrie said her family is in agony as she made a tearful plea for someone "to do the right thing" nearly two months after Nancy Guthrie disappeared.
Bear cubs taken into care after mom is euthanized for attacking people
The orphaned bear cubs will receive intensive care even as their exposure to humans is limited, the San Diego Humane Society said.
Record-high temperatures possible in 17 states as heat wave expands
Seventeen states could break daily temperature records on Wednesday, as the heat wave that has been scorching the West expands into the central U.S.
Record share of Americans carry credit card debt, can't pay off bills
About 111 million Americans are carrying credit card balances, a 17% increase in five years, new research shows.
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Fate of Senate funding deal looks uncertain as DHS shutdown grinds on
Senate Democrats are still pushing for reforms to ICE on Day 40 of the DHS shutdown and plan to put forward a counteroffer. Follow live updates.
Shock, disbelief at Houston airport as 36% of TSA officers call out: "Insane"
"This is the first time I've experienced something like this in my entire life," one traveler said as TSA lines snaked through George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Fireball captured on video as meteor streaks across Pacific Northwest sky
As the number of people with cameras on their dashboards and doorbells has grown, so have reports of such sightings.
DOJ found no evidence of a crime in Fed renovation project, prosecutor admits
The Justice Department's investigation of a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Federal Reserve found no evidence of a crime, a federal prosecutor privately conceded under questioning by a judge.
2 pilots killed in LaGuardia runway collision identified: "An absolute tragedy"
The pilots killed in a collision between a jetliner and a fire truck on a New York runway have been identified as Capt. Antoine Forest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther.
Wife of Hawaii doctor takes stand 1 year after he allegedly tried to kill her
Arielle Konig took the stand to testify against her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, exactly one year after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
New Mexico jury finds Meta violated protection law over exploitation claims
The landmark decision comes after a nearly seven-week trial. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta prioritized profits over safety.
FedEx to offer same-day delivery as it battles with Amazon, other retailers
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
OpenAI pulls the plug on its Sora AI video app
OpenAI said Tuesday that it will discontinue the company's Sora app, which let users create AI-generated videos.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
Oil trades surged before Trump's Iran post. Some experts are suspicious.
Trading in crude oil futures spiked only minutes before President Trump postponed an ultimatum on Iran, causing oil prices to drop and stocks to surge.
Delta suspends special services for lawmakers amid government shutdown
Delta is temporarily halting specialty services for members of Congress, citing strain on its resources during the partial government shutdown.
NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
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Venezuelan man deported to CECOT prison sues U.S. for $1.3 million
A Venezuelan man who was deported from the U.S. and detained at CECOT prison in El Salvador has become the first known ex-prisoner to sue the U.S. for damages.
Minnesota officials sue federal government over Good, Pretti probes
Minnesota officials allege they're being blocked from probing the shootings of Renee Good, Alex Pretti and Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis by federal agents.
Epic Games lays off 1,000 workers as CEO says the cuts aren't tied to AI
The video game maker is cutting 1,000 workers as it struggles to keep players engaged with Fortnite.
Airlines issue travel waivers as airport chaos widens amid shutdown
Some airlines are issuing waivers for travelers eager to avoid hours-long waits for TSA security screening. Here's what to know.
What it's like to stand in TSA line during DHS funding fight
Overhead announcements at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport periodically advised those in line with departures within four hours to consider rebooking now.
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Husband of U.S. soldier killed in Kuwait on what her service meant
The Minnesota mom of two and U.S. soldier was days from returning home from her tour in Kuwait when she was killed in an Iranian strike.
Savannah Guthrie gives first interview since mom vanished: "It is unbearable"
Savannah Guthrie said her family is in agony as she made a tearful plea for someone "to do the right thing" nearly two months after Nancy Guthrie disappeared.
Bear cubs taken into care after mom is euthanized for attacking people
The orphaned bear cubs will receive intensive care even as their exposure to humans is limited, the San Diego Humane Society said.
Record-high temperatures possible in 17 states as heat wave expands
Seventeen states could break daily temperature records on Wednesday, as the heat wave that has been scorching the West expands into the central U.S.
Record share of Americans carry credit card debt, can't pay off bills
About 111 million Americans are carrying credit card balances, a 17% increase in five years, new research shows.
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Record share of Americans carry credit card debt, can't pay off bills
About 111 million Americans are carrying credit card balances, a 17% increase in five years, new research shows.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
FedEx to offer same-day delivery as it battles with Amazon, other retailers
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
OpenAI pulls the plug on its Sora AI video app
OpenAI said Tuesday that it will discontinue the company's Sora app, which let users create AI-generated videos.
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A security warning, buried: How a classified TSA report stalled inside DHS
An internal watchdog report in the Department of Homeland Security identified serious vulnerabilities in TSA's screenings at airports nationwide.
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Fate of Senate funding deal looks uncertain as DHS shutdown grinds on
Senate Democrats are still pushing for reforms to ICE on Day 40 of the DHS shutdown and plan to put forward a counteroffer. Follow live updates.
Court denies appeal to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election probe
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
DOJ found no evidence of a crime in Fed renovation project, prosecutor admits
The Justice Department's investigation of a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Federal Reserve found no evidence of a crime, a federal prosecutor privately conceded under questioning by a judge.
We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach. CBS News contacted every House and Senate office to ask what they're doing to end the shutdown.
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FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
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2 NATO allies report Russian drone impacts amid huge attack on Ukraine
NATO members Estonia and Latvia say Russian drones hit their territory amid one of Moscow's biggest assaults on Ukraine.
Skeleton of famed musketeer possibly found in Dutch church
D'Artagnan was killed during the siege of Maastricht in 1673. His final resting place has remained a mystery ever since.
Mikaela Shiffrin wins record-tying 6th overall World Cup skiing title
The 31-year-old American matched Austrian downhill great Annemarie Moser-Pröll, who won her six titles in the 1970s.
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As Trump declares war won, Iran mocks suggestion serious talks underway
Trump says the Iran war is already won, but more U.S. forces are heading to the Mideast as Tehran asks U.S. officials if they're "negotiating with yourselves?"
Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
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Rocky Carroll on major "NCIS" twist
(Alert: Spoilers ahead!) Actor Rocky Carroll, who has played beloved "NCIS" director Leon Vance for 18 season, talks with "CBS Mornings" about a shocking twist in the series in the show's 500th episode and what he would tell his younger self.
Makers of "The AI Doc" on tech's peril, promise
A new documentary examines the artificial intelligence boom and its potential risks to humanity, featuring interviews with top AI company CEOs and other experts. Co-director Charlie Tyrell and producer Ted Tremper join CBS News to discuss the making of the film, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Patrick Ball on medical drama "The Pitt"
"The Pitt" star Patrick Ball tells "CBS Mornings" he had been auditioning since 2013 and didn't think his acting dreams were "ever going to happen" when he was cast in the medical drama. He also opens up about how the series is personal for him.
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
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Verdict in landmark trial against Meta
A jury in New Mexico found Meta, which operates Facebook and Instagram, misled users about safety and enabled child sexual exploitation on its platforms. A judge has ordered the tech giant to pay $375 million in civil damages. Meta says it will appeal the verdict.
Jury finds Meta liable in child safety trial
The New Mexico Department of Justice has won a landmark trial against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
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.
New Mexico jury finds Meta violated protection law over exploitation claims
The landmark decision comes after a nearly seven-week trial. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta prioritized profits over safety.
Anthropic's case against Pentagon underway
The artificial intelligence company Anthropic is challenging the Pentagon in court after the Trump administration designated it a national security risk. Tom Dupree, former deputy assistant attorney general under President George W. Bush, joins with analysis.
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600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
Pit viper among new species discovered in cave in Cambodia
Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pit viper that is still being studied.
How a fun nature app aids science
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
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Savannah Guthrie gives first interview since mom vanished: "It is unbearable"
Savannah Guthrie said her family is in agony as she made a tearful plea for someone "to do the right thing" nearly two months after Nancy Guthrie disappeared.
Wife of Hawaii doctor testifies at his trial
Arielle Konig testified that her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, attempted to stab her with a syringe, and when that failed she said he repeatedly bashed her head with a rock during a birthday hike one year ago. Gerhardt Konig has pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of his wife. Matt Gutman reports.
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Wife of Hawaii doctor takes stand 1 year after he allegedly tried to kill her
Arielle Konig took the stand to testify against her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, exactly one year after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii.
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NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
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Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
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Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
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U.S. soldier's husband on her death
Joey Amor, the husband of Army Sgt. 1st Class Nicole Amor, who was one of the six soldiers killed at a command center in Kuwait when the Iran war began, sat down with CBS News to talk about the impacts of losing his wife. CBS News's Jonah Kaplan has more.
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Husband of U.S. soldier killed in Kuwait speaks
In an exclusive CBS News interview, Joey Amor, the husband of Nicole Amor reflects on her bravery and service after the Army Reserve soldier was killed in a March 1 Iranian drone strike in Kuwait. Watch his extended conversation with Jonah Kaplan.
Iran ridicules Trump's negotiation claims
President Trump told reporters Tuesday that negotiations with Iran were underway, but an Iranian military spokesperson publicly ridiculed Mr. Trump's claims on Wednesday. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Chris Livesay have more.
NASA announces plan to build moon base
NASA announced its latest initiatives on Tuesday, including a plan to build a moon base. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.