Winter storm causes power outages amid deep freeze
Blinding blizzards, freezing rain and frigid cold knocked out power from Maine to Seattle.
Buffalo
Holiday travel headaches
Dangerous whiteout conditions hampered road travel on Friday. From Northern Iowa to Buffalo, New York, blizzard-like weather dropped drivers' visibility to near zero. Travel conditions aren't much better in the air. Naomi Ruchim reports.
Buffalo supermarket shooter pleads guilty
The gunman who killed 10 people in a racist mass shooting at a Buffalo, New York, supermarket last May has pleaded guilty to all state charges brought against him, including multiple counts of murder in the first degree. Jericka Duncan reports.
Man due in court over supermarket killings
A 19-year-old man is expected to plead guilty in court today on charges over the killing of 10 people in a Tops supermarket in Buffalo last May. NFL wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was escorted off a plane at Miami International Airport by police, and Iran is fuming ahead of a crucial World Cup match against the U.S., after U.S. Soccer posted images of Iran’s flag on social media without a symbol associated with the country’s leaders.
Buffalo city worker killed while assisting with snow removal
"We are in pain right now having suffered this loss," said Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown.
New York digs out after historic snowstorm
Residents in some parts of western New York are digging out from snow piles taller than they are after a lake-effect storm pounded the area over the weekend. WIVB's Marlee Tuskes has the latest.
Western New York digs out of massive snowstorm
Western New York is feeling relief after three days of snowfall finally ceased. Orchard Par saw 77 inches of snow, forcing the Buffalo Bills’ scheduled home game against the Browns to be moved to Detroit.
Buffalo, western New York start digging out after "historic" storm
By Saturday, the National Weather Service recorded 77 inches in Orchard Park.
Fans use shovels, snowblowers to ensure Bills players can get to game
Neighbors of several players helped clear snow to ensure they got to the airport in time to travel to Detroit for their game Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.
Powerful storm slams Great Lakes
A powerful and deadly lake-effect snowstorm is pounding parts of the Great Lakes area, including western New York. CBS News correspondent Tanya Rivero has more.
Lake-effect snowstorm in western New York
At least two people are dead in connection to a major snowstorm that dumped several feet of snow across western and northern New York state. CBS News correspondent Tanya Rivero joins us from Buffalo to discuss the latest.
12-year-old boy buys bullied classmate brand new sneakers
A student saw his classmate being bullied because of his sneakers, so he took it upon himself to buy his friend a new pair of kicks.
Life-threatening snow hits Buffalo
A historic snowfall pummeled through Buffalo with life-threatening impacts. Tanya Rivera reports.
Upstate New York braces for "dangerous," slow-moving snowstorm
A forecast for the Buffalo area warned that the city could see two to three inches of snow per hour on Thursday night.
Video shows unarmed guard preventing gunman from entering treatment clinic
The guard was able to restrain the gunman, who tried to enter the facility with an AR-15 rifle, until police arrived.
How life has changed after Buffalo shooting
It's been six months since a gunman opened fire in a Buffalo, New York grocery store, killing 10 people and injuring three others. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Jeff Glor returned to the city to see how life has changed and what many believe still needs to be done.
Biden honors victims of Buffalo shooting
President Biden spoke in Buffalo, New York, on Tuesday after meeting with families of the victims of the mass shooting that left 10 people dead. "What happened here is simple and straightforward: terrorism. Terrorism. Domestic terrorism," Mr. Biden said. Major Garrett anchors a CBS News Special Report with reporting and analysis from Jeff Pegues and Ed O'Keefe.
Eye on America: Kentucky's recovery, and more
The road to recovery is a long one for tornado-ravaged towns in Kentucky, but locals are finding strength in the kindness of strangers. We also meet with the Native American tribe that's bringing near-extinct buffalo back to their homeland. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Report suggests Buffalo suspect was radicalized
New York's attorney general is calling for state legislators to pass a law banning the livestreaming of homicides. The move comes after her office released a scathing report suggesting the accused Buffalo gunman was radicalized by social media. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Nikki Battiste spoke with Michael Edison Hayden, a senior investigative reporter with the Southern Poverty Law Center, about the proposed changes.
Starbucks union organizer says company forced her out
"Starbucks has deliberately made my continued employment at the company impossible," labor organizer claims.
Feds warn about possible copycat attacks
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security have issued a bulletin warning of the potential for racially motivated copycat attacks inspired by the deadly shooting in May at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York. CBS News' Elaine Quijano has more.
FBI, DHS bulletin warns of potential for copycat racist mass shootings
The widespread dissemination of the Buffalo suspect's writing will "likely enhance the capabilities" of other potential mass shooters, the bulletin says.
Biden hosting unity summit to combat hate-filled violence
President Biden is hosting a summit in September aimed at combatting hate-fueled violence in the U.S.
Buffalo shooting investigated as hate crime
The mass shooting at a Buffalo, New York, supermarket that left 10 people dead is now being investigated as a hate crime. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the latest developments in the case.
Difficulties securing public spaces from active shooters
Recent mass shootings in the U.S. have occurred in so-called "soft targets," public spaces with little security in place to stop an active shooter. Tung Yin, professor of law at Lewis and Clark Law School, explains how practical it is to secure these areas.
Live
U.S.-Israel strikes killed 40 Iranian leaders, including Khamenei, sources say
President Trump said Saturday that "heavy and pinpoint bombing" of Iran would "continue, uninterrupted throughout the week or, as long as necessary."
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Map shows military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
Exclusive
Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
U.S. politicians react after Trump launches military operation against Iran
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
World leaders and governments react to U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran
U.S. allies and adversaries responded to the joint attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Iran with concern over the risks of a new war in the Middle East.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
U.S.
More U.S.
Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
CBS News poll on Americans' views on Iran prior to conflict
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
Exclusive
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei calls White House's actions "retaliatory and punitive"
Hours before Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's interview, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed the AI company a "supply chain risk to national security," which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic.
A Hawaii man tackled his sports gambling addiction by offering free surf lessons
For Buddy Wiggins of Honolulu, Hawaii, the end result of a yearslong sports gambling addiction has come to this: soliciting strangers on the beach.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Exclusive
Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
Book excerpt: "Streetwise" by Lloyd Blankfein
In his new memoir, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs writes about a life that stretched from the projects of New York City to the pinnacle of Wall Street.
Small business owner is already giving her customers a tariff refund
"If somebody charges you something and it's unlawful, they should give you your money back," Dame CEO Alexandra Fine said.
Politics
More Politics
Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
CBS News poll on Americans' views on Iran prior to conflict
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
U.S. politicians react after Trump launches military operation against Iran
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
Exclusive
Read the full transcript of our interview with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview Friday, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
World
More World
Trump: Diplomatic solution in Iran remains possible and "much easier now"
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Cotton says U.S., allies looking at "weeks, not days" in Iran
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Iran's Khamenei killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes after nearly 40-year reign
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Map shows military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Renate Reinsve's remarkable rise
Oscar-nominated actress Renate Reinsve sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her journey to the mainstage and her nomination for her role in "Sentimental Value."
Breaking down the economics of Taylor Swift
Misty Heggness, an economist and professor, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her new book "Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy."
Iron & Wine performs "In Your Ocean"
Iron & Wine is the long-running and widely acclaimed project of American singer-songwriter Sam Beam. The five-time Grammy nominee's eighth full-length album "Hen's Teeth" is out now and features collaborations with the folk trio "I'm With Her" and backing vocals from his daughter Arden. Here's Iron & Wine performing "Singing Saw."
Iron & Wine performs "Roses"
Iron & Wine is the long-running and widely acclaimed project of American singer-songwriter Sam Beam. The five-time Grammy nominee's eighth full-length album "Hen's Teeth" is out now and features collaborations with the folk trio "I'm With Her" and backing vocals from his daughter Arden. Here's Iron & Wine performing "Roses."
Technology
More Technology
Exclusive
Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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.
Exclusive
Full interview: Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security, which restricts military contractors from doing business with the AI giant. Amodei called the move "retaliatory and punitive," and he said Anthropic sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values."
Anthropic CEO on "red lines" for AI military use
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said in an exclusive interview with CBS News that the AI company sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values." He added: "Disagreeing with the government is the most American thing in the world."
Science
More Science
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Crime
More Crime
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Bill Clinton opening statement for deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is being deposed by members of the House Oversight Committee over his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Did ICE lie before detaining NYC student?
Columbia University acting president Claire Shipman described the ICE detention of student Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva, claiming agents gained entry to a residential building by stating they were police seeking a missing child. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
Bill Clinton's turn for Epstein deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is up next for a deposition before members of the House Oversight Committee regarding his alleged links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Space
More Space
Space
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
Who was Iran's leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?
President Trump announced that Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in strikes on Saturday. Elizabeth Palmer and Courtney Kealy have more.
Sen. Tammy Duckworth discusses attacks on Iran
Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, a Democrat who sits on the Armed Services Committee, joins "CBS Evening News" to discuss the U.S. and Israel's attacks on Iran on Saturday.
Trump officials say why strikes were necessary now
President Trump confirmed the death of Iran's supreme leader on Truth Social, saying, "one of the most evil people in History, is dead." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on why the Trump administration says an attack was necessary now.
2/28: CBS Weekend News
Trump says Iran’s supreme leader killed in joint strikes by U.S., Israel; What we know after U.S., Israel attacks in Iran
Iran fires back after U.S., Israeli attacks
Air strikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader, according to President Trump, and may have decimated much of the country's remaining leadership. Iran fired back, but so far, there are no reports of American injuries. Charlie D'Agata reports.