National Guard troops expected in New Orleans by late November
The National Guard troops are scheduled to arrive in time for the city's Bayou Classic — a major two-day college football event held at Caesars Superdome.
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The National Guard troops are scheduled to arrive in time for the city's Bayou Classic — a major two-day college football event held at Caesars Superdome.
On the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s landfall, survivors and families gathered in New Orleans and nearby parishes with solemn ceremonies and uplifting celebrations to honor the nearly 1,400 lives lost and the community’s resilience.
While Hurricane Katrina's toll didn't become clear for days, the storm ultimately led to nearly 1,400 deaths, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Katrina, one of the deadliest hurricanes on record to hit the United States, first formed as a tropical wave off the coast of Africa.
Inmates Lenton Vanburen, Leo Tate and Jermaine Donald were captured Monday, Attorney General Liz Murrill said.
A second suspect has been charged with murder in the death of a television reporter who traveled to New Orleans in February to cover the Super Bowl, authorities say.
Cleveland left no doubt on its way to Round 2 — and finished off the most lopsided series in NBA playoff history.
Bam Adebayo had 23 points and 12 rebounds in just 22 minutes, and the Miami Heat defeated reeling and injury-depleted New Orleans 153-104 in what became the Pelicans' most lopsided regular season loss in franchise history.
His retirement was first reported by NFL insider Ian Rapoport, who broke the news on X Saturday night.
Adan Manzano, an anchor and reporter for Telemundo in Kansas City, Missouri, was found dead in his room during Super Bowl week.
The Philadelphia Eagles claimed their franchise's second Super Bowl in a crushing win over the Kansas City Chiefs, denying the Chiefs a historic "three-peat."
Jon Batiste, a Louisiana native, sang the national anthem at the 2025 Super Bowl.
A Louisiana state law passed just last year bans the very policies that make New Orleans a sanctuary city, the only one in the Gulf states.
Damian Lillard had 29 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks overcame their travel issues to beat the Miami Heat 125-96 on Thursday for their fifth straight victory.
Chaotic bodycam video shows Shamsud-Din Jabbar shoot at police from behind an airbag at close range, and the flash of the muzzle is visible.
At least 14 people were killed after a driver slammed into a crowd celebrating New Year's on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
Federal agents investigating the deadly attack say the perpetrator recorded himself riding through the French Quarter on a bicycling using Meta glasses.
"Our community has experienced an unimaginable tragedy and our collective hearts are broken," said Gayle Benson, who owns the New Orleans Saints.
A man "hellbent" on creating carnage drove around barricades and hurtled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans' French Quarter, police said.
Federal investigators previously said they found two IEDs near the site of the New Orleans truck attack. They also detonated some materials found at a New Orleans Airbnb.
CBS News Miami's Ted Scouten is in Miami-Dade County, where in two weeks there will be a national college football semifinal game and three huge parades in light of the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will meet with families and community members during their visit, the White House said.
Federal agencies including the FBI warned of the potential for copycat vehicle ramming attacks after the deadly rampage on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
The brother of Shamsud-Din Jabbar said his older brother became more conservative, but says he didn't see any signs of radicalization before the attack in New Orleans on New Year's Day.
Jimmy Butler says he needs to find joy again on the basketball court.
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
Huss abused COVID-19 relief funds and used fake checks to pay for luxury cars, documents say.
The State Board of Education signed off on Florida becoming the first state to adopt the Heritage Foundation's "Phoenix Declaration: An American Vision for Education."
A seven-vehicle chain-reaction crash on I-95 southbound near Hallandale Beach sent multiple people to the hospital and temporarily blocked, according to FHP.
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
Eating ultra-processed foods could lead to an increased risk of being diagnosed with precancerous colorectal growths for women under 50, according to new research.
Huss abused COVID-19 relief funds and used fake checks to pay for luxury cars, documents say.
The State Board of Education signed off on Florida becoming the first state to adopt the Heritage Foundation's "Phoenix Declaration: An American Vision for Education."
A seven-vehicle chain-reaction crash on I-95 southbound near Hallandale Beach sent multiple people to the hospital and temporarily blocked, according to FHP.
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Thousands of pages of Epstein documents released by the House Oversight Committee include emails and texts with close contacts that often touched on President Trump.
With the government shutdown finally in the rearview mirror, the focus in the Senate is turning to an upcoming fight over health care.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that TSA agents with "exemplary service" during the government shutdown will receive a $10,000 bonus check.
A group of transgender members of the U.S. Air Force and Space Force forced to leave active duty under the Trump administration's policies say their benefits were revoked in a rare move.
Since September, U.S. forces have destroyed multiple vessels in international waters, killing at least 80 people.
Jim DeFede talks with Randi Weingarten about the warning bell she rings in her new book, "Why Fascists Fear Teachers."
Jim DeFede talks with Bryan Calvo, the newly elected mayor of Hialeah.
Jim DeFede interviews Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, who just announced he's running for governor in 2026.
Jim DeFede sits down with Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia for an in-depth interview about the state's review of spending across several counties.
Property taxes are sure to come up at the 2026 legislation session, which convenes in early January.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
A recent report found high levels of lead in some protein powders and shakes, but demand among U.S. consumers has soared.
"They went in and fired entire programs, even statutorily mandated by law programs they cut entirely," she told CBS News. "So there is no staff to do this work anymore."
Resident Frances Martin was there Friday and five years ago when Gov. Ron DeSantis came to John Knox to unveil the 'new' COVID vaccine.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
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Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
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Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Cleto Escobedo III, longtime bandleader of the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" show, has died, Jimmy Kimmel announced Tuesday. He was 59.
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy tells "CBS Sunday Morning" that aggressive conversations about him can quickly spiral online, prompting him to get 24/7 security.
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting" and her Oscar-nominated title role in the 1987 movie "Anna."
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.