Surfer attacked by shark in Australia is presumed dead, police say
A body has not been recovered after a surfer was attacked by a shark off the coast of Australia. Police say drone footage that captured the aftermath of the incident.
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A body has not been recovered after a surfer was attacked by a shark off the coast of Australia. Police say drone footage that captured the aftermath of the incident.
As crews work to remove potentially hundreds of thousands of tons of hazardous materials from the Los Angeles wildfires, researchers and officials are trying to understand how the fires on land have impacted the sea.
The USS Stewart, once called the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific," served in both the U.S. and Japanese navies during World War II.
Researchers discovered the first known case of a porbeagle shark likely being killed by a large shark predator, raising questions about whether this rare instance represents a larger trend.
The research focused on a previously unknown peak in the underwater Nazca Ridge.
The HMS Hawke was torpedoed by a German U-boat on Oct. 15, 1914. Just 70 sailors survived.
Oarfish have a reputation as harbingers of disasters — and this one was spotted just two days before a 4.4 quake rattled Los Angeles.
The village of Teahupo'o on the tropical island of Tahiti – nearly 10,000 miles away from the French mainland – will serve as the location for the Olympic surfing competition.
Removing the plastic now helps to stop it from degrading and shedding additional microplastics into the ocean, which can enter the food chain and eventually end up in the human body.
The Weather Channel's Stephanie Abrams told "CBS Mornings" that La Niña and high ocean temperatures could impact hurricane season.
Florida manatees have been experiencing an unusual mortality event in recent years, many dying from starvation, disease and watercraft incidents.
Forecasters are warning of an "exceptionally dangerous" wave event along California's coast that "has not occurred in many years."
The whales hunted sea lions, the Monterey Bay Whale Watch said, before traveling northwest.
If the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary is officially established, it will be the first such site proposed by an Indigenous group.
Hurricane Lee is churning northward, whipping up rough seas in the Atlantic as watches and warnings are issued for parts of New England and Canada.
Dozens of other pilot whales were saved but ended up re-stranded further down the beach.
The dolphin belonged to a species "never before seen" in the area, rescuers said.
The "technicolour" sea creature is usually found in the warmer waters of Spain and Portugal, but sea temperatures around the U.K. have been on the rise.
Scientists set world records for the deepest fish ever recorded on video, as well as the deepest catch, while exploring trenches off Japan.
Harassing marine mammals is a violation of the federal Marine Mammal Act, and could result in up to $11,000 in fines and/or a year in prison.
The company says it's on a mission to #FindTheKetchupBoatGuy to give Elvis Francois a new boat complete with navigational technology to "avoid another disaster in the future."
Researchers found multiple types of fishing nets, plastic bags and other debris in the stomach of a 60-ton sperm whale.
San Diego's usually blue waves recently turned a bright fuchsia, and scientists are explaining why.
The Florida-sized glacier could have a major impact on sea levels, and scientists say the rate at which it's melting could rapidly increase in the coming years.
California crews conducted an overnight operation at the site of a chemical leak in Orange County and said Monday that the threat of an explosion is "off the table."
Nearly all of the overnight shelters for the nearly 50,000 Orange County residents under mandatory evacuation orders have reached capacity as the ongoing chemical crisis continued into its fourth day.
Timothy Tillman scored in the 86th minute, his first goal in more than two years, Thomas Hasal had five saves, and Los Angeles FC beat the Seattle Sounders 1-0 in the final MLS match before the 2026 World Cup break.
Reid Detmers was nearly perfect for eight innings while striking out a career-high 14, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers 2 on second baseman Justin Foscue's ninth-inning throwing error for their first series sweep this season.
California mobilized nearly 800 first responders and emergency personnel to Orange County on Sunday to assist local first responders with the ongoing chemical leak crisis at a Garden Grove aerospace facility.
California crews conducted an overnight operation at the site of a chemical leak in Orange County and said Monday that the threat of an explosion is "off the table."
More than 50,000 people in California remain evacuated due to an Orange County chemical leak that prompted an emergency proclamation from Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
With more than 50,000 Orange County residents placed under mandatory evacuation orders due to a tank leaking a toxic chemical at a Garden Grove aerospace facility, several local companies are offering their services to those impacted by the situation.
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer on Saturday announced that his office had launched an investigation into a Garden Grove-based aerospace facility where a failed storage tank leaking a toxic chemical forced 50,000 people to evacuate from their homes.
Four members of an alleged South American residential burglary crew were arrested in connection with a series of home break-ins across Southern California, according to authorities.
Los Angeles Fire Department crews battled a large fire that broke out at a tire and automotive parts facility in South Gate on Sunday afternoon.
A large fire ripped through a pallet yard in Pomona on Saturday evening before Los Angeles County firefighters could gain the upper hand.
The ruptured pipeline leaked approximately 2,400 gallons of crude oil onto an East Los Angeles intersection, some of which went down storm drains and wound up in the LA River.
Detectives did not provide circumstances surrounding the man's death as their investigation began.
Nearly all of the overnight shelters for the nearly 50,000 Orange County residents under mandatory evacuation orders have reached capacity as the ongoing chemical crisis continued into its fourth day.
California mobilized nearly 800 first responders and emergency personnel to Orange County on Sunday to assist local first responders with the ongoing chemical leak crisis at a Garden Grove aerospace facility.
More than 50,000 people in California remain evacuated due to an Orange County chemical leak that prompted Gov. Newsom to request that President Trump issue a Federal Emergency Declaration.
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer on Saturday announced that his office had launched an investigation into a Garden Grove-based aerospace facility where a failed storage tank leaking a toxic chemical forced 50,000 people to evacuate from their homes.
With more than 50,000 Orange County residents placed under mandatory evacuation orders due to a tank leaking a toxic chemical at a Garden Grove aerospace facility, several local companies are offering their services to those impacted by the situation.
Four members of an alleged South American residential burglary crew were arrested in connection with a series of home break-ins across Southern California, according to authorities.
Police said two people were in critical condition as of 5:51 a.m. Sunday.
An investigation is underway after human remains were discovered in a remote area near the Riverside County and San Diego County border on Saturday morning.
One person was hospitalized with "major injuries" after a solo-car crash in Moreno Valley on Saturday afternoon, according to Riverside County Fire Department firefighters.
A driver was killed in a single-car crash in Lake Elsinore on Friday night, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
A bystander was also wounded, but no Secret Service officers were injured, officials said. President Trump was in the White House at the time of the incident.
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
U.S. officials and negotiators were discussing a process to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sources briefed on the conversations said.
California's soaring gas prices are fueling an escalating political battle between Gov. Gavin Newsom and Chevron, with Newsom urging drivers to boycott Chevron stations over Memorial Day weekend.
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Los Angeles County health officials on Saturday confirmed the fifth measles case of the year in an international traveler who arrived at Los Angeles International Airport earlier in the week.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
An American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services says.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Timothy Tillman scored in the 86th minute, his first goal in more than two years, Thomas Hasal had five saves, and Los Angeles FC beat the Seattle Sounders 1-0 in the final MLS match before the 2026 World Cup break.
Reid Detmers was nearly perfect for eight innings while striking out a career-high 14, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Texas Rangers 2 on second baseman Justin Foscue's ninth-inning throwing error for their first series sweep this season.
Andy Pages hit a two-run homer immediately after Kyle Tucker delivered a tiebreaking two-run triple in the fifth inning of the Los Angeles Dodgers' 5-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Mike Trout hit a two-run homer, Nolan Schanuel added an RBI double and the Los Angeles Angels clinched a series win with a 5-2 victory over the Texas Rangers.
Houston's Guilherme Santos matched a first-half goal by Los Angeles' Joseph Paintsil and the Dynamo and Galaxy played to a 1-1 draw.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
After nearly a century on the air, CBS News Radio signed off, with the final reports airing on Friday, May 22.
Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for the final time Thursday night as the franchise came to an end after 33 years.
A judge has paused the prosecution of a woman charged with the attempted murder of Rihanna while it is determined whether she is mentally competent to stand trial.
Evacuation centers and shelters across Orange County are struggling with capacity issues as more than 50,000 residents remain under mandatory orders. The hazmat situation is affecting several cities, and it is unclear when people will be able to return home.
The toxic chemical leak in Garden Grove has gained national attention and is raising questions about the potential health risks. Elaine Bernal, a chemistry and biochemistry lecturer at Cal State Long Beach, talks about methyl methacrylate the dangers surrounding it. She says the chemical is highly flammable and is a main reason why the situation is so high risk.
Crews in Orange County conducted an overnight operation to test the pressure inside cracked tank. The crisis began a few days ago and has forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes.
There will be slow clearing on Memorial Day morning. There is a possibility of a drizzle on Tuesday and Wednesday morning.
California firefighters will conduct an all-night operation to test the pressure inside a cracked tank at the center of a toxic chemical leak in Orange County, officials said Sunday, as more than 50,000 people remain under evacuation orders. Brittney Ermon and Lauren Pozen provide team coverage.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
