350-pound bear attacks 3-year-old and her mom at campsite
A black bear forcibly entered the tent of a five-person family camping in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains National Park on Sunday morning, injuring a toddler and her mother.
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Couple fights off attacking bear with kitchen knife, gun inside home
The sheriff's office said the bear was an adult female, and one cub was seen running off as the bear ran toward the home.
Police investigate officer's killing of bear that left 2 cubs orphaned
The cubs were orphaned last week when their mother, known as "Bobbi the Bear," was shot in Newtown.
Bear attacks woman heading to check her mail in New Jersey
Officials said the 34-year-old woman was "involved in a physical encounter" with one of the bears and a neighbor used a car horn to scare the animals off.
Video shows bear inside car after destroying interior of man's truck
The bear had destroyed the inside of Cody Gillotti's truck and then moved to his mother-in-law's car outside their Connecticut home.
Video shows "law-abiding" bear looking both ways, using crosswalk
"Although officers appreciated the law-abiding bear, it was important to get the bear back to a wooded area for safety," police said.
500 pound black bear living near Tennessee college relocated national forest
The bear, nicknamed Big Bruin, was safely released to a "remote area" of the Cherokee National Forest some 40 miles away from the school.
Police "inundated" with calls about 500-pound bear "Hank the Tank"
Locals are contemplating whether to have the bear killed, but police stressed that "no one wants to see him euthanized."
California wildlife agency trying to kill huge bear behind break-ins
Officials and animal advocates agree the bear doesn't know how to hunt, but they disagree on how to stop it from damaging people's homes.
Hurricane Milton heads toward Florida's Gulf Coast, prompting evacuation orders
Milton is a powerful Category 4 hurricane with a path forecast to bring it ashore along Florida's west coast this week.
Kamala Harris makes the case for why she should be president
In a 2024 election interview, Vice President Kamala Harris discusses the economy, immigration, the ongoing Ukraine and Mideast wars, and the differences between herself and former President Trump.
Israel and Hamas at war: A timeline of major events since Oct. 7, 2023
A look at key moments since Hamas terrorists stormed into Israel, sparking a war that, a year later, threatens to ignite the Middle East.
Supreme Court to hear arguments in challenge to ATF's ghost gun rule
The rule issued by the Biden administration in 2022 seeks to subject unserialized ghost funs to the same requirements as commercially made firearms.
Why Hurricane Milton's storm surge threat is growing
As Hurricane Milton intensified on its path toward Florida's Gulf Coast, the strength of the system increased the severity of the storm surge forecast.
Biden to announce $2.6B in funding to replace all lead pipes in U.S.
The EPA estimates that nine million homes in the U.S. have lead pipes.
Maps show forecast path of Hurricane Milton toward Florida
Forecasters predict Hurricane Milton will make landfall around the Tampa Bay area Wednesday as a major hurricane.
Kamala Harris defends record on immigration: "Solutions are at hand"
Republicans have pounded Vice President Kamala Harris on immigration. She's announced plans to enact tougher border restrictions and has called on Congress to act on long-term solutions.
How living in extended-stay hotels can affect the health of poor kids
Living in extended-stay hotels, often a last resort for low-income families trying to avoid homelessness, can lead to or exacerbate various children's physical and mental health issues, advocates say.
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Holiday creep starts even earlier this year, with shorter selling window
The traditional holiday shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas is almost one week shorter this year.
Supreme Court to hear arguments in challenge to ATF's ghost gun rule
The rule issued by the Biden administration in 2022 seeks to subject unserialized ghost funs to the same requirements as commercially made firearms.
Biden to announce $2.6B in funding to replace all lead pipes throughout the U.S.
The EPA estimates that nine million homes in the U.S. have lead pipes.
CIA director warns "misjudgments" could further escalate Middle East conflict
CIA Director William Burns warned Monday of the potential for simmering clashes in the Middle East to spread across the region.
Why Hurricane Milton's storm surge threat is growing
As Hurricane Milton intensified on its path toward Florida's Gulf Coast, the strength of the system increased the severity of the storm surge forecast.
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Holiday creep starts even earlier this year, with shorter selling window
The traditional holiday shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas is almost one week shorter this year.
Utility company American Water pauses billing after cyberattack
American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., says it was the victim of a cyberattack, prompting the firm to pause billing to customers.
Affordable housing tax credits set to expire, threatening eviction for thousands
Amid unrelentingly high rents, as many as 223,000 affordable housing units could disappear in next five years.
Mega Millions tickets are going to cost more next year
Mega Millions tickets are set to get more expensive next year after a change to produce bigger lottery jackpots.
Harris, Trump spending would both boost the U.S. debt. Here's how much.
Trump's fiscal plans would raise the federal debt by more than twice Harris' proposals, new nonpartisan analysis finds.
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Supreme Court to hear arguments in challenge to ATF's ghost gun rule
The rule issued by the Biden administration in 2022 seeks to subject unserialized ghost funs to the same requirements as commercially made firearms.
Biden to announce $2.6B in funding to replace all lead pipes throughout the U.S.
The EPA estimates that nine million homes in the U.S. have lead pipes.
Behind the music: Latino celebrities and presidential politics in the 2024 election
The Harris and Trump campaigns have been trying to connect with prominent Puerto Rican musicians and artists to help court voters who could be decisive in states like Pennsylvania.
Affordable housing tax credits set to expire, threatening eviction for thousands
Amid unrelentingly high rents, as many as 223,000 affordable housing units could disappear in next five years.
Misinformation has surged following Hurricane Helene. Here's a fact check.
Officials have said baseless claims, amplified by former President Trump and others, are hindering recovery efforts.
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How living in extended-stay hotels can affect the health of poor kids
Living in extended-stay hotels, often a last resort for low-income families trying to avoid homelessness, can lead to or exacerbate various children's physical and mental health issues, advocates say.
Research on worms leads to Nobel Prize
Two scientists' groundbreaking research on worms has earned them the Nobel Prize in medicine. Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun uncovered microRNA, tiny molecules that help control what cells do, which could help develop new medicines.
CDC to screen travelers for Marburg, as outbreak of Ebola-like disease grows
The CDC will urge Americans to "reconsider nonessential travel" to Rwanda.
Soda mixed with coffee creamer? The "dirty soda" trend, explained.
Dirty sodas, which combines your favorite soft drink with creamer, syrups and more, are all over social media. Here's what experts say about the ingredients.
FDA's promised guidelines on pulse oximeters unlikely to end racial bias
For decades, widely used pulse oximeters have underestimated the oxygen needs of darker-skinned patients. Will the FDA's new guidelines fix that?
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Israel and Hamas at war: A timeline of major events since Oct. 7, 2023
A look at key moments since Hamas terrorists stormed into Israel, sparking a war that, a year later, threatens to ignite the Middle East.
Airline apologizes after sexually explicit movie airs on every screen
The Qantas crew's selection of the racy drama "Daddio" was a surprise to many, and to the airline, which apologized.
Only suspect in Maddie McCann case acquitted of unrelated rape charges
A court in Germany has acquitted Christian Brueckner, the only suspect in the disappearance of Maddie McCann, on unrelated rape and sexual abuse charges.
5 climbers fall to their deaths on the world's 7th-highest peak
No decision has been made about bringing the bodies down from the mountain, which would require extensive manpower and equipment.
Data helps map destruction in Gaza since Israel-Hamas war began
Limited access to Gaza since the Israel-Hamas war started makes it hard to analyze the destruction, but satellite data paints a grim picture.
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Cissy Houston, Whitney Houston's mother and Grammy winner, dies at age 91
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
Kathy Bates shocked to learn she did thank her mother in her Oscar speech
Academy Award-winner Kathy Bates was certain she had neglected to mention her mom when she accepted the Oscar for "Misery" 33 years ago – until "Sunday Morning" showed her video proof.
Riley Keough recalls Lisa Marie Presley intuition the morning Elvis died
"An Oprah Special: The Presleys - Elvis, Lisa Marie, and Riley" will premiere on CBS on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 8 p.m. ET/PT, and will be available for streaming on Paramount+.
Riley Keough shares family stories with Oprah
Riley Keough opens up to Oprah Winfrey in a CBS primetime special discussing her mother Lisa Marie Presley's untold stories and her new memoir. In this exclusive clip, Keough recalls what her mother felt the day Elvis died. Vladimir Duthiers makes his "CBS Mornings Plus" debut to share more about "An Oprah Special: The Presleys — Elvis, Lisa Marie and Riley," which airs Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS.
NY subway artist turns talent into stardom
With more than 33 million TikTok followers, artist Devon Rodriguez rose to fame by capturing candid moments of subway passengers. Lilia Luciano highlights his inspiring journey from the South Bronx to international recognition.
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Guns for sale on social media despite Meta's policies against it
Glocks, military-style rifles and "ghost guns" have all been advertised for sale on easily accessible sites like Facebook and Instagram, a new report finds.
What do dockworkers do, and which parts of the job are automated?
Labor pact between dockworkers and the shipping industry doesn't resolve their concerns about automation. Here's what to know.
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.
Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
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Research on worms leads to Nobel Prize
Two scientists' groundbreaking research on worms has earned them the Nobel Prize in medicine. Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun uncovered microRNA, tiny molecules that help control what cells do, which could help develop new medicines.
SpaceX launches European asteroid probe as hurricane weather closes in
Despite an initially dismal forecast, SpaceX got a break in the weather to send Europe's Hera asteroid probe on its way.
Maps show which states could see northern lights this weekend
The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
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Only suspect in Maddie McCann case acquitted of unrelated rape charges
A court in Germany has acquitted Christian Brueckner, the only suspect in the disappearance of Maddie McCann, on unrelated rape and sexual abuse charges.
Guns for sale on social media despite Meta's policies against it
Glocks, military-style rifles and "ghost guns" have all been advertised for sale on easily accessible sites like Facebook and Instagram, a new report finds.
Woman charged with 3 murders in 3 days is a serial killer, police say
Sabrina Kauldhar, 30, was arrested at a hotel after police linked the killings, determining the suspect's description matched in each case.
Doctor admits disguising as nurse in attempt to kill man with poison
Prosecutors said Thomas Kwan used his "encyclopedic knowledge" of poisons in his plot to kill Patrick O'Hara.
Man charged in doctor's rape and murder that sparked protests
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Floridians prepare for Milton storm surge
Places like Fort Myers, Florida, could see anywhere from 10 to 15 feet of storm surge depending on Hurricane Milton's path. It's a community still rebuilding from Hurricane Ian, which hit in 2022. On Monday, many braved the rain to stock up on sandbags to prepare their homes and businesses.
Evacuations underway ahead of Milton landfall
At least nine counties in Florida are under mandatory evacuation orders as Hurricane Milton closes in on its Gulf Coast. Milton on Monday became the strongest storm in the Gulf of Mexico since 2005. Forecasters say it could be the worst storm in western Florida in more than a century.
What to know about Hurricane Milton's path
The Weather Channel's Stephanie Abrams has the latest forecast for Hurricane Milton after the storm intensified Monday from a Category 2 to a Category 5 hurricane.
Eye Opener: Hurricane Milton heads to Florida
Hurricane Milton strengthened into a monster storm, leading to dire warnings and mass evacuations in Florida. Also, Vice President Kamala Harris sits down for a wide-ranging interview with 60 Minutes. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Gun storage initative aims to prevent suicides
In 2022, a record 50,000 people died by suicide nationwide, and more than half used a firearm. For "Eye on America," Nicole Sganga goes to Lafayette, Louisiana, where one veteran's offer to hold onto his friend's guns is now powering a movement.