Couple married for 59 years died together in building collapse
"They're two amazing, great people. It's a love story. They couldn't be without each other. Thank you, God, for letting them go together," the couple's son said.
Florida Building Collapse
Photos taken two days before condo collapse show corrosion
A contractor shared the pictures with the Miami Herald, taken just two days before the collapse.
Questions emerge about Florida building's issues before collapse
An engineer's report from 2018 noted significant structural concerns caused by failed waterproofing under the pool deck.
11 dead, 150 still missing after Florida building collapse
More information was emerging about those who lost their lives in the disaster, and new clues about what may have caused it.
Missing couple's nephew: "Very slow response" after condo collapse
Family members anxiously await news of loved ones days after Surfside condominium tower fell.
International crews join search for survivors after condo collapse
An assessment done by engineers found "abundant cracking and spalling of varying degrees was observed in the concrete columns, beams and walls."
152 still unaccounted for in Florida building collapse, official says
With four more bodies identified, the death toll stands at nine. Search and rescue efforts are still underway.
Miami-Dade mayor: First responders still in "search-and-rescue" mode
Daniella Levine Cava, the mayor of Miami-Dade County, says first responders at the collapsed condo building in Surfside, Florida, are still searching for survivors.
Search for victims in condo collapse continues
The painstaking, dangerous search for victims of the collapse of a beachfront apartment tower in Surfside, Florida last Thursday morning goes on. Correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Death toll rises to 5 in Miami building collapse
More than 150 people remained unaccounted for Saturday.
At least 4 dead, 159 unaccounted for after condo collapse
Search and rescue teams are continuing to work around the clock in hopes of finding any survivors.
Residents noticed issues with Florida condo before collapse
One woman told her son she woke to creaking noises before the building collapsed.
Families await news of missing in Surfside condo collapse
Search and rescue teams continue efforts to find 159 people who remain unaccounted for.
Nearly 100 unaccounted for after deadly high-rise collapse in Florida
At least one person is confirmed dead after much of a multi-story condominium building collapsed into a huge pile of rubble in Surfside, near Miami Beach, authorities said.
Surfside mayor: "Buildings like this don't fall down in America"
Mayor Charles Burkett called the collapse "an unmitigated catastrophe."
Mayor calls condo collapse "an unmitigated catastrophe"
Surfside Mayor Charles Burkett told Norah O'Donnell that "buildings like this don't fall down in America" after a condo building collapsed, leaving dozens possibly trapped in the rubble.
Photos: Florida beachfront condo collapses
Search and rescue efforts continue in the rubble where part of the 12-story Champlain Towers South condo building once stood.
Biden speaks on Florida building collapse
President Biden spoke about the response to the deadly building collapse in South Florida during a press event about infrastructure at the White House. "We are on top of it," he said. "We are ready to move federal resources immediately." Watch his remarks.
Video shows boy being pulled from rubble after condo collapse
A mattress could be seen near the boy as he was rescued and placed on a backboard.
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Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Luigi Mangione returning to court for crucial evidence hearing
Luigi Mangione will be back in court Friday as a crucial court hearing about what evidence should be admitted in the trial continues.
Endangered jaguar spotted at watering hole in Arizona
Officials have said that jaguar breeding in the U.S. has not been documented in more than a century.
Appeals court lets Trump admin. keep National Guard deployed in D.C. for now
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
4 killed in latest strike on alleged drug boat, Pentagon says
At least 87 people have been killed since the vessel strikes began in early September.
Grand jury refuses to re-indict Letitia James
Federal prosecutors on Thursday presented an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James to a grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia.
Supreme Court allows Texas GOP to use new redistricted map for now
Texas approved a new congressional map this summer after Trump urged state GOP lawmakers to craft new House district lines to help Republicans hold onto their majority in the 2026 midterms.
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U.S. tightens immigration work permits in latest move to expand crackdown
The Trump administration said it would reduce the period of time that work permits are valid for refugees, asylees and other immigrants granted legal protections in the U.S.
These U.S. cities have seen the biggest rent increases since 2020
Rents in the 50 largest cities have surged by hundreds of dollars per month over the last five years, a LendingTree analysis found.
Trump hires new architect for ballroom
The current architect, with whom President Trump has some disagreements, will remain on the White House ballroom team, sources said.
Congressional watchdog opens probe into Trump housing finance head Bill Pulte
The GAO has accepted a request from Senate Democrats to investigate Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte.
Employers have cut 1.1 million jobs this year. Here's why.
Job cuts so far this year are at their highest levels since 2020, new report says.
Trump thinks tariff revenue could replace income taxes. Is that possible?
President Trump suggested Americans won't have to pay personal income taxes "in the not-too-distant future" because of rising U.S. tariffs.
Massive great white shark named Contender pings off Carolinas
Contender, a nearly 14-foot long white shark, has traveled nearly 5,000 miles since he was tagged by the research group OCEARCH.
Schumer says Democrats will offer 3-year extension of health care tax credits
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Thursday that Democrats will offer a clean three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits for a vote next week.
Man charged in shooting death of Utah "No Kings" protester
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Lawmakers see video of boat strike, say admiral testified there was no kill order
"What I saw in that room was one of the most troubling things I've seen in my time in public service," Democratic Rep. Jim Himes said.
FBI arrests suspect in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case, identified as Virginia man
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
Oklahoma teacher on leave after failing Bible-based essay on gender
An instructor has been placed on leave after a student complained that she received a failing grade on a paper that cited the Bible to assert that the "belief in multiple genders" was "demonic."
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
Water line breaks force Grand Canyon South Rim hotels to close
For the second time, breaks in the half-century-old pipe providing fresh water to Grand Canyon South Rim hotels have forced a complete accommodation shutdown.
Boat strike survivors were trying to climb back on before follow-up attack, source says
The White House confirmed this week that there was a second strike, but denied that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered it.
What to know about Minnesota fraud allegations, as Trump levels attacks on Walz
President Trump has recently attacked Gov. Tim Walz over the fraud cases, calling Minnesota a "hub of fraudulent money laundering activity" and lashing out against the state's Somali community.
12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
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Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
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Luigi Mangione will be back in court Friday as a crucial court hearing about what evidence should be admitted in the trial continues.
Endangered jaguar spotted at watering hole in Arizona
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Appeals court lets Trump admin. keep National Guard deployed in D.C. for now
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
4 killed in latest strike on alleged drug boat, Pentagon says
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Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Despite Trump's pressure, Putin finds an eager trade partner in India
As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.
These U.S. cities have seen the biggest rent increases since 2020
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Trump thinks tariff revenue could replace income taxes. Is that possible?
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Jasmine Crockett called Texas Senate race contenders as she weighs jumping into fray
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
Appeals court lets Trump admin. keep National Guard deployed in D.C. for now
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
Operations against Houthis played into Truman Strike Group accidents, Navy finds
Investigations released by the Navy into accidents involving the Truman Carrier Strike Group recommended ensuring processes are followed even when faced with adversity.
4 killed in latest strike on alleged drug boat, Pentagon says
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ICE begins surge in Minnesota as Trump pushes for crackdown on Somali immigrants
ICE began enhanced operations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area this week, as President Trump rails against Somali people in Minnesota.
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Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
How to avoid holiday stress
The holiday season can be a wonderful, but also stressful time – filled with unrealistic expectations. A recent poll found 41% of adults anticipate more holiday stress this year. Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma has tips to unwind during the holidays.
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7 tons of cocaine seized off Colombia, 11 arrested unharmed, navy says
The seizures come as Colombian President Gustavo Petro is calling on the U.S. to end strikes in the region against apparent drug-carrying vessels.
Despite Trump's pressure, Putin finds an eager trade partner in India
As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.
$20,000 Faberge egg recovered after man allegedly swallowed it
The special edition locket was inspired by the James Bond film "Octopussy," which revolves around a plot to steal a rare Faberge egg.
Operations against Houthis played into Truman Strike Group accidents, Navy finds
Investigations released by the Navy into accidents involving the Truman Carrier Strike Group recommended ensuring processes are followed even when faced with adversity.
4 killed in latest strike on alleged drug boat, Pentagon says
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Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Lucy Liu talks new movie, "Rosemead"
Lucy Liu talks about starring in and producing the movie "Rosemead," why she says the story resonates universally and reflecting on personal experiences for the film.
Steve Cropper, acclaimed guitarist for Booker T. and the M.G.'s, dies at 84
Steve Cropper co-wrote several classics, including "(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay," "Green Onions" and "In the Midnight Hour."
Kaytranada on rise to fame and his new album
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Richie Moriarty talks 5th season of "Ghosts"
Actor and comedian Richie Moriarty talks with "CBS Mornings" about the fifth season of the comedy series "Ghosts," what's next for his character and how the cast has bonded.
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Politico: Trump admin. looks to robotics
Leaders in the robotics industry say that to strengthen AI, companies also need a plan for robots. The White House appears to be listening. Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her article on the topic.
Google's top search trends in 2025
Google has released its list of the 2025 top search trends. Robert Ferrera, a Google Trends expert, joins CBS News with 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.
India revokes order for phone makers to install security app amid uproar
India's government, amid an uproar over privacy, has revoked an order quietly issued to smartphone makers to pre-install a state-run security app.
OpenAI responding to Google's moves: WSJ
OpenAI has declared a "code red" as Google threatens to unseat the AI industry's early leader, according to the Wall Street Journal. Technology journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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7 tons of cocaine seized off Colombia, 11 arrested unharmed, navy says
The seizures come as Colombian President Gustavo Petro is calling on the U.S. to end strikes in the region against apparent drug-carrying vessels.
New evidence in Luigi Mangione hearing
New evidence was presented in court in connection with the case against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
James on grand jury refusing to re-indict
New York Attorney General Letitia James reacted to news of a federal grand jury refusing to re-indict her after earlier fraud charges against her were thrown out. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more.
Pentagon announces new boat strike
The Pentagon announced another strike against an alleged drug-carrying boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This comes as lawmakers react to a classified briefing on the controversial Sept. 2 strikes targeting a vessel near Venezuela. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Luigi Mangione returning to court for crucial evidence hearing
Luigi Mangione will be back in court Friday as a crucial court hearing about what evidence should be admitted in the trial continues.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Scientists think they've detected lightning on Mars: "Missing piece of the puzzle"
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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Lawmakers on Sept. 2 boat strikes
Republicans and Democrats in Congress received a classified briefing on the deadly Sept. 2 strikes against a vessel apparently carrying drugs toward the U.S. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
Frigid cold weather in parts of the U.S.
Record cold temperatures are impacting parts of the U.S. and the frigid conditions are expected to persist through the weekend. Tom Hanson has more, and Rob Marciano gives the latest forecast.
New evidence in Luigi Mangione hearing
New evidence was presented in court in connection with the case against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
James on grand jury refusing to re-indict
New York Attorney General Letitia James reacted to news of a federal grand jury refusing to re-indict her after earlier fraud charges against her were thrown out. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more.
Supreme Court allows Texas to use new map
The Supreme Court is allowing the state of Texas to use its redrawn congressional map that could favor Republicans, for now. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.