Grandson of Surfside victim writes book about losing his grandmother
The devastating collapse of the Surfside condominium two years ago resulted in the loss of 98 lives.
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One year later, Surfside survivors recall collapse and healing journey
From the pile of rubble, only three people emerged alive, including teen Deven Gonzales and her mother.
Memorial held for victims of the Surfside tragedy on anniversary of the condo collapse
First lady Jill Biden was among the speakers at Friday's event marking the first anniversary of the tragedy at Champlain Towers South that killed 98 people.
Judge approves $1 billion settlement in deadly Florida condo collapse
A judge gave final approval Thursday to a settlement topping $1 billion for victims of the collapse of a Florida beachfront condominium building that killed 98 people.
"Voice in the rubble" victim of Surfside condo collapse is identified
Velasquez survived the initial collapse, but rescue crews were unable to reach her before she died, according to a memo obtained by CBS Miami.
Lawsuit claims construction triggered deadly condo collapse
"The collapse was entirely preventable," says a lawsuit filed on behalf of Champlain Towers South victims and family members.
Sister of condo collapse victim running marathon with first responder
Micaela Naibryf and Amnon Leibowitz are running the New York City Marathon in honor of Ilan Naibryf who died in the June Surfside building collapse.
Arrests made in identity thefts targeting Florida condo collapse victims
"The loss of 98 lives was and is still is painfully tragic. But for a group of alleged identity thieves, it was a time to make some money," said Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle.
Report finds evidence of extensive corrosion in Surfside condo building
"If there's that amount of corrosion, this should have been fixed," Dawn Lehman, a professor of structural engineering at the University of Washington, said.
Final victim in condo collapse identified as death toll rises to 98
"Nothing we can say or do will bring back these 98 angels who left behind grieving families, beloved friends, loved ones across this community and across the world," Miami-Dade County's mayor said.
Search for bodies concludes in Surfside condo collapse
The collapse killed 97 people, and one woman is still missing.
96th and 97th victims of Florida condo collapsed identified
Anastasia Gromova had just been accepted to a program teaching English in Japan and was visiting the condo for one last hurrah with friend.
Mom says fate kept 10-year-old alive when dad died in Surfside
"As a mother, despite trying to do everything possible so that they don't suffer, it's inevitable —I won't be able to fill it out."
LA music exec is 95th fatality identified in Florida condo collapse
"Theresa was an impassioned leader at Live Nation," her company said in a statement.
911 calls released from condo collapse: "People in the rubble yelling"
One 911 caller, a woman, said "the pool area started sinking down."
Son shares how family survived Surfside condo collapse
"I remember screaming to my mom and my sister, 'Run, run, just run for your life,'" 25-year-old Gabe Nir said.
What we know about the victims of the Florida condo collapse
The community of Surfside, Florida, is reeling after the partial collapse of a condominium building.
Surfside businesses unite to help community after condo collapse
Lahh Salon partnered with the Red Cross to give locals residents free hair treatments, meals and pajamas.
Florida condo collapse death toll climbs to 95
Officials plan to step up security at the site of the Miami-area condominium collapse to make sure the personal possessions of the victims are preserved for their families.
Jewelry, toys and unbroken wine bottles found in condo rubble
Authorities are trying to recover keepsakes for families that have lost relatives and for surviving residents of the building.
Surfside building collapse death toll rises to 94
The mayor of Miami-Dade County said 22 people were potentially unaccounted for in last month's building collapse.
Surfside death toll reaches 90, including 3 more children
More than two dozen people are still listed as missing; Miami-Dade fire chief says recovery phase may take two to three weeks.
Miami-Dade courthouse closes for repairs amid safety concerns
"We know there have been problems in this building, so this one was elevated and some structural concerns were identified," said the mayor of Miami-Dade county.
Surfside condo collapse death toll rises to 86
As of Saturday morning, 43 people were potentially unaccounted for, according to officials.
First responders endure emotional toll of Surfside condo collapse
"We feel the pain. We feel the agony that they're feeling," said Scott Dean, a Miami Urban Search and Rescue team leader.
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Biden, Harris, Trump all visiting Flight 93 National Memorial today
United Flight 93 crashed in a Pennsylvania field when forty passengers and crew members fought back against hijackers on September 11, 2001.
NYC pauses to remember 9/11 victims 23 years after attacks
Today is the annual 9/11 memorial ceremony in NYC, marking 23 years since the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks.
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The debate, hosted by ABC News in Philadelphia, was the first — and possibly only — meeting between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris in post signed "Childless Cat Lady"
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
Kamala Harris' policy plans and platform on key issues for the 2024 election
Kamala Harris is still staking out policy positions for her abbreviated campaign, but she has rolled out some plans for the economy and other key issues for Americans.
Trump's policy plans and platform on key issues for the 2024 election
Former President Donald Trump has criticized Democrats' handing of the economy and has shared his positions on what should be done on issues including taxes, inflation and immigration.
Fact checking debate claims from Trump and Harris' 2024 presidential faceoff
CBS News is fact checking Trump and Harris in their first 2024 presidential debate, where they challenged each other on their plans for the economy and America's future.
Mauricio Pochettino hired as U.S. men's national soccer team coach
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Neighbors say Kentucky highway shooting suspect threatened them with rifle
A neighbor of the man suspected of shooting five people on a Kentucky highway say the man once pointed a loaded AR-style rifle at him and his child.
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Biden, Harris, Trump all visiting Flight 93 National Memorial today
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Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris in post signed "Childless Cat Lady"
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Here are 3 key economic issues to watch for during the Harris-Trump debate
About 8 in 10 adults tell CBS News the economy is a major factor in their vote, outpacing abortion and climate change.
Apple's new AirPods double as a hearing aid. Here's what to know.
Can Apple's AirPods make hearing aids cool? Experts say they could help destigmatize hearing loss.
How DirecTV customers can watch the Harris-Trump debate amid blackout
DirecTV subscribers remain unable to access ABC News, ESPN and other Disney-owned content amid contract dispute.
Two-thirds of American millionaires don't consider themselves wealthy, survey says
While two-thirds of millionaires don't consider themselves wealthy, a majority believe they are prepared for retirement.
New Starbucks CEO vows to make cafes "inviting places to linger"
Former Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol says he'll work to reestablish the brand as the nation's "community coffeehouse."
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Biden, Harris, Trump all visiting Flight 93 National Memorial today
United Flight 93 crashed in a Pennsylvania field when forty passengers and crew members fought back against hijackers on September 11, 2001.
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Apple's new AirPods double as a hearing aid. Here's what to know.
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Cuomo testifies about COVID nursing home deaths
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo testified before Congress about his administration's handling of the COVID pandemic.
Decades of national suicide prevention policies haven't slowed the deaths
Despite years of national strategies to address the suicide crisis in the U.S., rates continue to rise.
The Climate Election: Maternal health & pregnancy
For those who are pregnant, extreme heat isn't just uncomfortable. Studies show it can lead to serious complications for them and their unborn child, including pre-term births, miscarriages and stillbirths, and even increase the likelihood of one of the leading causes of death of pregnant women in the U.S. — homicide. Here's what to know.
Mammogram patients will now be told about their breast density. Here's what to know.
The FDA's updated regulation for notifying patients of dense breast tissue after mammograms is aimed at improving early detection of breast cancer.
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4 climbers found dead on Mont Blanc after phone connection cuts out
French rescue officials said they found the bodies of two Italian and two South Korean climbers close to the peak of Mont Blanc.
More Nazi ships from World War II emerge in River Danube
Sunken Nazi WWII ships have once again emerged in the River Danube, following a blistering summer drought that caused water levels to drop below 5 feet.
U.S. and Chinese military commanders hold rare phone call
The head of U.S. IndoPacific Command Admiral spoke on a video call to his Chinese counterpart as part of an effort to increase military-to-military communications.
Would you pay $100 for 3 peaches from a nuclear disaster zone?
London luxury hotspot Harrods says it proudly sells "the most exquisite products from around the world" - including some pricey peaches from Fukushima.
Serial killer's widow named suspect in teen's 1997 disappearance
Monique Olivier said she told investigators that her serial killer husband Michel Fourniret had murdered a young babysitter around June 1997.
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Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris in post signed "Childless Cat Lady"
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
Dave Grohl says he had a new baby outside of his marriage
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl said in a social media post that he plans to be a loving and supportive father to his new daughter.
Judge orders Sean "Diddy" Combs to pay man $100M in sexual assault case
A Michigan judge has ordered beleaguered hip-hop mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs to pay out a $100 million judgment to a prison inmate who claimed Combs drugged and sexually assaulted him back in 1997.
Oprah announces latest book club pick
Oprah Winfrey announces her latest book club selection, "Tell Me Everything" by Elizabeth Strout, which brings back characters from her previous novels including her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "Olive Kitteridge."
Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies
Actor James Earl Jones, who voiced iconic characters like Darth Vader, Mufasa and many more, died Monday at the age of 93. Vlad Duthiers looks back on his remarkable career and life.
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Apple's new AirPods double as a hearing aid. Here's what to know.
Can Apple's AirPods make hearing aids cool? Experts say they could help destigmatize hearing loss.
Microsoft holding cybersecurity summit
Microsoft is holding a cybersecurity summit Tuesday in the wake of the CrowdStrike software update that caused a global outage in July. Microsoft reportedly plans to address ways the tech industry can improve its security. CBS News cybersecurity contributor Andrew Boyd has more.
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.
Apple must pay Ireland more than $14 billion in back taxes, court rules
Ruling comes on same day EU court enforces whopping $2.7 billion penalty against Apple in long-running antitrust case.
How the new iPhone 16 makes use of AI
In a product launch Monday, Apple unveiled a slate of new gadgets that feature artificial intelligence. The announcement included details about the new iPhone 16, which is expected to hit U.S. stores in October. CBS News' Danya Bacchus has the details.
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California crews battle high temps, Line Fire
Record-high temperatures have hit several areas of California, Arizona and Oregon since Friday, extending the fire season and creating drier conditions that make wildfires spread faster. The Line Fire in Southern California has grown past 21,000 acres, roughly half the size of Washington, D.C. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Transistor issue resolved, NASA clears way for Europa Clipper launch
The Europa Clipper remains on track for launch Oct. 10 to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa, where a vast ocean lurks beneath an icy crust.
The Climate Election: Maternal health & pregnancy
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State of emergency over California Line Fire
Firefighters are battling triple-digit temperatures as they fight Southern California's Line Fire. Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency with thousands evacuating ahead of the blaze. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
The case raises questions about how the person was exposed to the virus. All the previous U.S. infections were among people who worked around cows and poultry.
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U.S. accuses man dubbed "The Tank" of leading cartel fuel theft ring
The U.S. says Ivan Cazarin Molina answers directly to Jalisco cartel leader "El Mencho" who has a $10 million bounty on his head.
DUI law advocate charged with daughter's death after allegedly leaving her in a locked car during heat wave
Prosecutors claim the mother's blood alcohol level was three times the legal limit when officers found her and her daughter inside a locked SUV.
Neighbors say Kentucky highway shooting suspect threatened them with rifle
A neighbor of the man suspected of shooting five people on a Kentucky highway say the man once pointed a loaded AR-style rifle at him and his child.
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Judge orders Sean "Diddy" Combs to pay man $100M in sexual assault case
A Michigan judge has ordered beleaguered hip-hop mogul Sean "P. Diddy" Combs to pay out a $100 million judgment to a prison inmate who claimed Combs drugged and sexually assaulted him back in 1997.
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SpaceX launches Polaris Dawn mission
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched into space with billionaire Jared Isaacman and three crewmates aboard. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest on the mission.
SpaceX launches Polaris Dawn crew
SpaceX launched its Polaris Dawn rocket into orbit Tuesday morning after several failed attempts. If all goes according to plan this time, the four private civilians on board will take part in a a historic space walk that's set for Thursday. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
Transistor issue resolved, NASA clears way for Europa Clipper launch
The Europa Clipper remains on track for launch Oct. 10 to study Jupiter's icy moon Europa, where a vast ocean lurks beneath an icy crust.
SpaceX launches billionaire on mission slated to have first private spacewalk
The mission features the first non-government spacewalk by billionaire Jared Isaacman and SpaceX crew trainer Sarah Gillis.
Boeing Starliner departs ISS without crew
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft departed the International Space Station on Friday just after 6 p.m., starting a journey back to Earth without any crew on board. The ship is expected to drop out of orbit and plunge to a landing at White Sands, New Mexico, just after midnight Eastern Time.
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Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in their first debate Tuesday night, hosted by ABC. Following the debate, CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, correspondents Major Garrett, Ed O'Keefe and Nancy Cordes, and contributor Ed Gordon broke down some of the key moments.
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Former President Donald Trump spoke with reporters in the spin room after he debated with Vice President Kamala Harris in Philadelphia on Tuesday night. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins with analysis.
Harris speaks at watch party after debate
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at a watch party Tuesday night in Pennsylvania shortly after she debated with former President Donald Trump. "Today was a good day, we've got to work tomorrow," Harris told the crowd. "We've got 56 days to go."
Josh Shapiro weighs in on Harris-Trump debate
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off in a debate Tuesday night in Pennsylvania. Josh Shapiro, the state's Democratic governor, spoke with CBS Evening News anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell about his thoughts on how the night went.
Pennsylvania voters on Harris-Trump debate
What did voters think of Tuesday night's presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump? CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke with a focus group in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, to find out.