Another Texas power company goes bankrupt after blackout
Some Griddy customers were charged more than $9,500 even as last month's blackout caused residents to lose power.
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Oldest Texas electricity co-op goes bust after $2 billion bill
Energy group said it won't pass on "unaffordable electric bills" to its members after state's power freeze.
Texas crisis highlights vulnerability of U.S. power grids
A recent analysis found major power outages caused by extreme weather have increased 67% since 2000.
Biden touts bipartisanship on Texas visit
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden traveled to Houston to survey the damage from Texas' recent storm.
N.J. plumber drove his family to Texas to help after devastating storm
Andrew Mitchell may live in New Jersey, but the storm in Texas hit home – so he drove 22 hours to help.
Energy secretary says power crisis in Texas could happen anywhere
"We need to make significant investments in upgrading our transmission grids," newly confirmed Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said in an interview with CBS News.
Texas customer sues over $9,000 power bill during blackout
Texas resident claims power provider Griddy broke price-gouging laws as winter storm knocked out power.
Texas winter storm costs could top hurricanes Harvey and Ike
State faces massive economic losses from damage to property and key industries, according to one estimate.
Blackouts push Texas to consider something new: Regulation
"We're victims of our own attempt to let free market forces work," said one lawmaker investigating last week's outages.
4 ERCOT board members to resign amid backlash over Texas storm
The board members cited concerns of "out of state leadership," as three live in other states, and one lives in another country.
Biden to travel to Texas on Friday in wake of devastating winter storm
The president will meet with local leaders in Texas after a winter storm that devastated the state.
Texas storm leaves damaged homes and high electric bills
Texans are now facing sky-high bills after a catastrophic storm left many without heat or clean water.
IRS gives Texans 2 extra months to file their taxes
Residents and businesses in the storm-battered state will have until June 15 to file their returns.
Harry and Meghan support Texas women's shelter after storm
The royal couple is supporting a domestic abuse shelter in Texas after it was forced to close its facilities due to power outages and bursting pipes.
Family of boy who died in Texas storm files lawsuit over outage
The lawsuit claims Cristian Pavon died of hypothermia and cites the power company and the grid operator for gross negligence.
Skyrocketing electric bills are "top priority," Texas governor says
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says there will be a moratorium on power disconnects as residents recoup from a deadly winter storm that crippled the state's infrastructure.
Biden declares major disaster in Texas in aftermath of winter storm
The declaration will allocate federal funding to help create temporary housing, repair homes and cover uninsured property losses for individuals in 77 Texas counties.
Texans without water or shelter face another foe: Price gouging
Some Houston-area residents are reporting "outrageous prices" on food and other necessities, local officials say.
Texas inmates face frigid temperatures during weather crisis
"The toilet and water had been off for 24 hours. The sinks are dirty. It's just nasty. It's just not right — it's like we're not even human," one inmate told CBS News.
Texans face drinking water shortage
Millions are under boil water notices while tens of thousands don't have power, down from a peak of about 4 million.
Water crisis plagues millions in Texas after deadly winter storm
Millions of Americans in the South are spending another night in freezing temperatures without clean water and food.
What's behind the extreme cold in Texas?
Meteorologists saw this extreme winter weather coming weeks in advance. Here's what is causing it.
Texas governor blames power grid operator for storm disaster
Millions of Texans were under boil water notices Friday, and in many homes, taps were dry.
Texas was "seconds and minutes" away from having blackouts for months
Some 4 million customers were without power in Texas this week. The top official at the state's power grid said it could have been worse.
Biden says he plans to visit Texas and declare major disaster
The president said he'll sign the major disaster declaration Friday, which will unlock more FEMA resources for Texas.
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Employers added 57,000 jobs in June, far below forecasts
June's payroll gains were much lower than the 100,000 new hires that economists had predicted.
Shark attack alerts for cellphones authorized by new federal law
President Trump has signed "Lulu's Law," which requires the FCC to allow emergency alert messages for shark attacks. It was inspired by shark attack survivor Lulu Gribbin.
U.S. designates "Chone Killers" gang a terrorist organization
The gang "has committed numerous attacks targeting civilians, law enforcement officers, and government officials," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
How dialects reveal America's history and hint at what's next
Across the United States, the way you speak is filled with cultural authenticity and central to identity.
Trump Accounts launch July 4. Here's how they work.
People can begin depositing money in the new tax-deferred investment accounts on Saturday, with eligible children receiving a $1,000 government contribution.
FBI investigating legitimacy of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes
The FBI said in a statement Wednesday that some ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance have been "deemed to be extortion attempts without legitimacy," and other "demands may potentially be legitimate and are still being investigated as such."
U.S. takes down Bosnia 2-0 for second-ever World Cup knockout round win
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
EMS was called to Mitch McConnell's home for "unconscious" patient last month
On the same morning Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized last month, EMS personnel went to his home to respond to an unconscious person who appeared to experience "cardiac arrest," according to a dispatch call.
Couples are spending thousands more on weddings. Here's why.
Tariffs, inflation and changing consumer habits are reshaping how much Americans spend to tie the knot.
What is the "buy, borrow, die" tax strategy Gavin Newsom wants to ban?
As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.
Former CIA Director John Brennan sues DOJ, Trump officials over criminal probes
Brennan is seeking a court order to force the preservation of records in the investigations targeting him. His attorneys say he's being "vindictively singled out for investigation."
U.S. says it won't extend key trade deal with Canada and Mexico
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it.
U.S. helicopter goes down in Arabian Sea, crew member missing, Navy says
The helicopter, which was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, is not believed to have been taken down by hostile action, the Navy said.
2 Empire State Building climbers awaiting arraignment after apparently getting engaged at the top
Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
Justice Department sues Virginia, California over gun laws
Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said "the Constitution is not a suggestion" and that "the Second Amendment is a sacred right belonging to all Americans."
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Trump takes first trip on Qatari-gifted Air Force One
President Trump is traveling Wednesday to North Dakota in what marks his first trip aboard the new Air Force One, which was gifted to the U.S. by the Qatari government last year.
Woman survives falling 1,500 feet down Mount Shasta
A woman suffered injuries but survived falling 1,500 feet down California's Mount Shasta, which she had attempted to climb, officials said.
Victor Willis, Village People lead singer, dies at 74
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Maps show this July 4th could be hottest ever in parts of U.S.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
Aspen Acres Fire burns dozens of homes in southern Colorado
The Aspen Acres Fire has destroyed 55 homes in Custer County and more than 100 structures in Pueblo County.
House GOP agenda stalls over holdouts' insistence on SAVE America Act
The holdouts blocked Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to merge the SAVE America Act with the annual defense policy bill before sending it over to the Senate.
How the Supreme Court ruled on Trump's agenda this term
The court's decisions cemented Mr. Trump's authority over vast swathes of the government, while delivering significant setbacks to his agenda in other areas.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
Details emerge of Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding events at MSG
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
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Employers added 57,000 jobs in June, far below forecasts
June's payroll gains were much lower than the 100,000 new hires that economists had predicted.
Shark attack alerts for cellphones authorized by new federal law
President Trump has signed "Lulu's Law," which requires the FCC to allow emergency alert messages for shark attacks. It was inspired by shark attack survivor Lulu Gribbin.
U.S. designates "Chone Killers" gang a terrorist organization
The gang "has committed numerous attacks targeting civilians, law enforcement officers, and government officials," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
How dialects reveal America's history and hint at what's next
Across the United States, the way you speak is filled with cultural authenticity and central to identity.
Trump Accounts launch July 4. Here's how they work.
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Employers added 57,000 jobs in June, far below forecasts
June's payroll gains were much lower than the 100,000 new hires that economists had predicted.
Trump Accounts launch July 4. Here's how they work.
People can begin depositing money in the new tax-deferred investment accounts on Saturday, with eligible children receiving a $1,000 government contribution.
Couples are spending thousands more on weddings. Here's why.
Tariffs, inflation and changing consumer habits are reshaping how much Americans spend to tie the knot.
What is the "buy, borrow, die" tax strategy Gavin Newsom wants to ban?
As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.
U.S. says it won't extend key trade deal with Canada and Mexico
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it.
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Shark attack alerts for cellphones authorized by new federal law
President Trump has signed "Lulu's Law," which requires the FCC to allow emergency alert messages for shark attacks. It was inspired by shark attack survivor Lulu Gribbin.
U.S. designates "Chone Killers" gang a terrorist organization
The gang "has committed numerous attacks targeting civilians, law enforcement officers, and government officials," Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
EMS was called to Mitch McConnell's home for "unconscious" patient last month
On the same morning Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized last month, EMS personnel went to his home to respond to an unconscious person who appeared to experience "cardiac arrest," according to a dispatch call.
NCAA chief: No plan to change rules on transgender athletes after SCOTUS ruling
NCAA President Charlie Baker told CBS News he doesn't think the group will need to change its rules on transgender athletes in light of a Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to ban their participation.
About 2,000 U.S. troops supporting relief efforts after Venezuela earthquakes
Almost 60,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes last week, according to a NASA satellite assessment.
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Actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
Medicare to help pay for some GLP-1 drugs
Starting Wednesday, Medicare will help pay for some GLP-1 medications for weight loss. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this means for patients.
New disease threats follow Trump administration's health program cuts
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
What is the viral trend looksmaxxing?
Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.
He dreamed of becoming a physician assistant. New loan rules may thwart him.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
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Catholic Church excommunicates 6 bishops from ultra-conservative society
The Vatican says bishops from the ultra-conservative Catholic SSPX society were automatically excommunicated after ignoring Pope Leo's plea for unity.
"Once-in-a-generation" expedition launched to survey 2 legendary shipwrecks
Researchers will travel to the bottom of the North Atlantic to survey two legendary shipwrecks, once tied to a pair of iconic 19th-century polar explorers.
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U.S.-Iran talks pause for ayatollah's funeral after claims of progress
Negotiations between Iran and the U.S. will pause for a week for the funeral of Iran's slain supreme leader, but Trump, and mediators, say there's been progress.
Boy driving truck crashes into group of monks, killing 8 and injuring 14
Police said the boy had taken his parents' pickup truck without permission before losing control of the vehicle and crashing into the monks.
Huge Russian strike on Ukraine's capital kills at least 17, officials say
Russia has launched its large-scale attack on Ukraine's capital to date, killing at least 17 people and wounding scores more, authorities say.
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Entertainment
CBS News journalists on Swift-Kelce wedding
Rumors are swirling about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tying the knot at Madison Square Garden. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Gabrielle Ake, self-described Swifties, join "The Takeout" with the latest.
What we know about rumored Swift-Kelce wedding
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding festivities are expected to begin Thursday, sources said. Crews have been spotted at Madison Square Garden in New York City unloading equipment ahead of the July Fourth weekend. Here's what we know so far.
Swift-Kelce wedding events taking shape
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding events are set to begin in New York City, sources say. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has the latest.
Sophia Bush, Jerry O'Connell on new comedy
Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell join CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss their new comedy, "Summer's Last Resort," which premieres on Tubi July 3.
Stars talk "Summer's Last Resort" comedy
Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell talk to "CBS Mornings" about starring in the coming-of-age comedy "Summer's Last Resort." Bush discusses what drew her to the project and says there was "never a dull day on set," while O'Connell reveals what his daughters thought about the film.
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Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
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.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
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NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
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FBI investigating legitimacy of Nancy Guthrie ransom notes
The FBI said in a statement Wednesday that some ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance have been "deemed to be extortion attempts without legitimacy," and other "demands may potentially be legitimate and are still being investigated as such."
NYC building climbers engaged, under arrest
Two people in black masks scaled the Empire State Building, scrambling the New York City Police Department. They call themselves "roof-toppers," or stunt climbers, and they unfurled a banner about world peace before one of them got out a ring and proposed. By the time they got down, they were engaged and under arrest. Tom Hanson reports.
More than 1,000 cases under review after Broadview Six misconduct revelations
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
Potential charges for Empire State Building climbers
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building Wednesday and unfurled a banner before seemingly getting engaged. CBS News law enforcement contributor Rodney Harrison has more on what repercussions the couple could face.
Couple climbs Empire State Building: Details
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City on Wednesday, unfurling a banner and appearing to get engaged. CBS News' Tom Hanson and Shanelle Kaul have more.
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NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
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High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
Venezuela earthquakes death toll spikes
The death toll in Venezuela continues to grow as rescue efforts continue, and earthquake survivors seek a way forward. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
USMNT moves ahead in FIFA World Cup
The U.S. Men's National Soccer Team is moving on in the FIFA World Cup as the global tournament gets tense. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
Keep your pets safe during heat wave
Pet expert and dog trainer Andrea Arden joins "CBS Mornings" to show how you can keep your furry friends safe during this record-breaking heat wave and throughout the summer. Arden discusses which dogs are most at risk of heat stroke, how to spot the signs and more.
July 4 travel gets heated with higher prices
Holiday travel is ramping up ahead of the Fourth of July weekend. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more.