California mudslides
A winter storm dumped heavy rains on Northern California, causing flooding and mudslides. Homes were swept into the streets. Mireya Villarreal reports.
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Newsom opponents get enough signatures to trigger recall election
More than 1.6 million signatures have been verified as of Monday night, surpassing the 1.5 million minimum.
UC Berkeley protests
A lockdown is lifted on the University of California, Berkeley campus after a night of violent protests. About 1,500 people demonstrated over a planned speech by Milo Yiannopoulos, an editor at right-leaning Breitbart News. Some started fires and smashed windows. John Blackstone reports.
Violent Berkeley protests
Protests against controversial speaker Milo Yiannopoulos turned violent at UC Berkeley on Wednesday. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest details on the unrest.
Violent CA protests
UC Berkeley canceled an event featuring controversial Breitbart News editor Milo Yiannopoulos after violent protests. CBS station KPIX's Jessica Flores has more on the unrest.
Travel ban controversy
According to a Quinnipiac poll earlier this month, Americans--by a slight margin--support travel restrictions from terror-prone countries, even if it means limits on refugees. CBS News spoke to some Americans over the weekend who support the Trump travel ban, including some who were counter-protesting at airports in California in support of the new measures.
Palm Springs, Rat Pack oasis
It's been decades since Frank Sinatra and other celebrities turned Palm Springs, California into their playground, to escape the hustle and bustle of Hollywood. In 2016, Palm Springs is still an escape, and one of its mainstays has been the lasting influence of the Rat Pack, as displayed in its modernist, mid-20th century architecture. Margaret Brennan takes a tour.
Roundup warning label
Roundup, the popular weed killer used by farmers and backyard gardeners, can be labeled with a cancer warning in California, a judge ruled Friday. Manufacturer Monsanto was fighting the label. Omar Villafranca has more.
Newsom recall election gets approval
Proponents of the recall effort against Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom now have enough valid signatures to trigger a special election, according to California's Secretary of State. CBS Los Angeles has the details.
The Dish: Chris Morningstar
Growing up in California, Kris Morningstar watched his father prepare nightly dinners for the family, eventually taking over the culinary reins himself. He left home intending to study marketing, but the lure of the kitchen called him back. He eventually opened restaurants of his own -- most recently "Terrine," a Los Angeles brasserie known for its New World California cuisine. He's now the founder of the recently launched "Morningstar Gastronomy." Morningstar joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to share his story and some signature dishes.
Benefits, risks of marijuana
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine published a new report on the health effects of marijuana, looking at more than 10,000 studies about medical and recreational use. It is the most comprehensive review since 1999. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the findings.
CA drought end in sight?
A series of powerful storms have been drenching the West Coast and easing drought conditions. WPEC meteorologist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN to discuss the drought relief.
West flooding rescues
Rain-soaked communities across the West face a sixth day of intense downpours. The new storms follow the heaviest rain in a decade. Flooding triggered evacuations in parts of Northern California and Nevada. John Blackstone reports from San Jose, the scene of dozens of rescues.
California storms
California is typically known for its sunshine and droughts. But lately the state has been hit with wave after wave of rain and snow. As John Blackstone reports, more dangerous floods are on the way.
California flooding and snow
Emergency officials are urging thousands people in flood-ravaged Northern California to evacuate from more devastating rain. The Russian River is still rising in Guerneville, threatening more homes and prompting a new evacuation advisory there. John Blackstone reports from Truckee.
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A jury in Charleston, S.C., sentenced Dylann Roof to death Tuesday for killing nine parishioners in a black church in 2015; the National Weather Service is warning of a life-threatening blizzard in the Sierra Nevadas, and yet another round of flooding is coming for California.
Storms slam West Coast
The National Weather Service is warning of a life-threatening blizzard in the Sierra Nevadas, and yet another round of flooding is coming for California. John Blackstone reports.
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Throughout the campaign, Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner was one of Trump's most trusted confidants; A new study found that people who get the recommended weekly amount of exercise in just one or two sessions in a week see the same benefits as those who spread it day to day
West Coast flooding
A week of heavy snow and rain in Northern California and Nevada has caused some of the worst flooding in a decade. Three people were killed near San Francisco. Carter Evans has more.
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New video obtained by TMZ shows the deadly airport shooting that took place Friday in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Bad weather delayed Space-X's anticipated return to space Sunday
West Coast weather
White out conditions caused at least 350 crashes in Oregon this weekend. In California, flooding was shutting down roads. Carter Evans has more on the nasty weather.
iPad exclusive: Why parole matters
Vanessa Nelson-Sloane, director of Life Support Alliance in California, explains the process of getting a parole hearing and why the law guarantees the opportunity to be considered.
Sheriff on Ott murder suspect
Sutter County, Calif., Sheriff Paul Parker talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the evidence and motive that led him to believe Dennis Ott killed his wife, Phonthip Ott, in 1992.
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According to the FBI, 26-year-old Esteban Santiago is cooperating following an hours-long interrogation overnight; In the Italian countryside of Tuscany, a winemaker tells us the secret to good wine
Severe weather coast-to-coast
Severe weather is causing problems from coast to coast. In the West, heavy rain could bring devastating floods and mudslides. From the Deep South to the Northeast, snow, ice and rain are making it tough to get around. Mark Strassmann reports from Atlanta. Kenneth Craig reports from New York. Carter Evans reports from Northern California, and meteorologist Molly Rosenblatt is tracking the storms at CBS Minneapolis station WCCO-TV.
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As Iran and U.S. appear near a deal, Israel ramps up war in Lebanon
As the U.S. and Iran keep up the bluster but appear ready to de-escalate, Israel expands deadly attacks on the complex war's other front in Lebanon.
5 of 7 people trapped in flooded Laos cave for more than a week found alive
Five villagers stuck in a flooded cave in central Laos for more than a week were found alive, rescuers said Wednesday, but two others are missing.
Watch Live: Trump holds Cabinet meeting at the White House
President Trump is holding a Cabinet meeting at the White House after moving it from Camp David due to weather.
Paxton projected to win Texas Senate GOP runoff, defeating incumbent Cornyn
President Trump had endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the primary runoff.
At least 1 dead, 9 missing after chemical tank implosion in Washington
The damaged tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. held approximately 900,000 gallons of white liquor, a chemical used in paper processing, authorities said.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigns after internal probe
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara has resigned following an internal investigation into his conduct, the mayor announced Tuesday evening.
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Latino voters turning away from Trump, but warnings remain for Dems, poll says
Hispanic voters are heading into the midterms feeling economically squeezed and increasingly skeptical of the direction of the country — but Democrats are not necessarily running away with their support, a new poll by UnidosUS finds.
China executes man for poisoning billionaire Netflix producer
Xu Yao was found guilty of killing Lin Qi, the founder of the company that holds the film adaptation rights for the blockbuster sci-fi trilogy "The Three-Body Problem."
Ai Weiwei warns of worsening censorship in the West
Ai Weiwei, who published a new book, "On Censorship," warned the West is "no longer defending very basic humanity, rationality, human rights, freedom of speech."
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Bondi undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer after recent diagnosis
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer, she told CBS News.
Ai Weiwei warns of worsening censorship in the West
Ai Weiwei, who published a new book, "On Censorship," warned the West is "no longer defending very basic humanity, rationality, human rights, freedom of speech."
Man accused of hurling rock at rare seal was assaulted, lawyer says
A witness recorded what prosecutors say was a video of Igor Lytvynchuk throwing the rock at a Hawaiian monk seal at a Maui beach.
The safest vehicles for teen drivers and how much they cost
The Insurance Institute and Consumer Reports ranked 96 of the safest cars for teens. Here's what to know.
Biden sues Justice Department to block release of files from biographer interviews
Former President Joe Biden has sued the Justice Department seeking to block the release of files related to interviews he conducted with a biographer that later became a central part of a special counsel investigation into his handling of classified documents.
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The safest vehicles for teen drivers and how much they cost
The Insurance Institute and Consumer Reports ranked 96 of the safest cars for teens. Here's what to know.
BP ousts recently appointed chair over "conduct issues"
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
Kevin Warsh is now leading the Fed. His main challenge is a doozy.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
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Stocks mixed as investors shrug off renewed fighting in Iran
Oil prices were also mixed after U.S. strikes on Iranian forces, underscoring the risks still hanging over markets and consumers.
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Bondi undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer after recent diagnosis
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi is undergoing treatment for thyroid cancer, she told CBS News.
Bo French defeats incumbent in GOP railroad commissioner primary
The three-member Railroad Commission regulates the oil and natural gas industry in Texas. Despite its name, it no longer oversees the railroad industry.
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Latino voters turning away from Trump, but warnings remain for Dems, poll says
Hispanic voters are heading into the midterms feeling economically squeezed and increasingly skeptical of the direction of the country — but Democrats are not necessarily running away with their support, a new poll by UnidosUS finds.
People held by ICE dying by suicide at increasing, high rate, AP probe finds
ICE detainees are taking their own lives at a pace that's unprecedented in the agency's two-decade history, highlighting what experts call failures in care and oversight, an AP investigation finds.
Biden sues Justice Department to block release of files from biographer interviews
Former President Joe Biden has sued the Justice Department seeking to block the release of files related to interviews he conducted with a biographer that later became a central part of a special counsel investigation into his handling of classified documents.
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TV host Ty Pennington on bronchiectasis
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Trump has third medical exam of the past year
President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes reports.
Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about the chemical tank in California that forced evacuations
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
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China executes man for poisoning billionaire Netflix producer
Xu Yao was found guilty of killing Lin Qi, the founder of the company that holds the film adaptation rights for the blockbuster sci-fi trilogy "The Three-Body Problem."
Ex-chef who supplied poison for suicides to avoid murder charges
Kenneth Law is a former chef accused of running a number of online forums that offered predominantly young, distressed people advice on how to end their lives.
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As Iran and U.S. appear near a deal, Israel ramps up war in Lebanon
As the U.S. and Iran keep up the bluster but appear ready to de-escalate, Israel expands deadly attacks on the complex war's other front in Lebanon.
5 of 7 people trapped in flooded Laos cave for more than a week found alive
Five villagers stuck in a flooded cave in central Laos for more than a week were found alive, rescuers said Wednesday, but two others are missing.
Fire at kosher store in London "non-suspicious," police say
London police say a fire at a kosher store in a London neighborhood with a large Jewish community that's been targeted repeatedly is "non-suspicious."
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Estelle on her latest album "Stay Alta"
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Josh Johnson on new special, career in comedy
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
Top moments from the American Music Awards
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
Extended interview: Josh Johnson
Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.
Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
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Study evaluates AI's accuracy on news
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.
How the U.S. military is using AI in warfare
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
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.
Pope Leo's AI warning rocks tech industry
Pope Leo XIV warns of the dangers of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
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Clues in the Lynette Hooker investigation
An infrared camera mounted on the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas could contain clues about her disappearance, CBS News has learned. Cristian Benavides has more.
China executes man for poisoning billionaire Netflix producer
Xu Yao was found guilty of killing Lin Qi, the founder of the company that holds the film adaptation rights for the blockbuster sci-fi trilogy "The Three-Body Problem."
Matthew Perry's assistant to be sentenced
Matthew Perry's assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, will be the fifth and final person sentenced for playing a role in the actor's 2023 ketamine death. Carter Evans reports.
Ex-chef who supplied poison for suicides to avoid murder charges
Kenneth Law is a former chef accused of running a number of online forums that offered predominantly young, distressed people advice on how to end their lives.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigns after internal probe
Mayor Jacob Frey announced O'Hara's resignation late Tuesday after an investigation found he deleted a contact from his city-issued phone to hide his connection to an employee during a prior investigation.
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NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
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Key USMNT players to watch for
The U.S. Men's National Team announced its roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday. CBS News' Nicole Valdes breaks it down.
Millions attend Hajj rituals for Eid al-Adha
Millions of pilgrims are attending the Hajj rituals for the Eid al-Adha celebrations despite the ongoing war in the Middle East and other concerns. CBS News' Courtney Kealy reports.
Expert on loneliness, feelings of isolation
More Americans say they feel lonelier and more isolated lately. CBS News contributor and professor of economics at Harvard University, Roland Fryer, says this may be due to a lack of friction in everyday life.
Latest on Iran, Trump sets Cabinet meeting
President Trump is meeting with his Cabinet at Camp David on Wednesday, where he is expected to discuss the progress in talks with Iran to end the war. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Aaron MacLean have more.
Expert breaks down USMNT World Cup roster
Roger Bennett, the founder and CEO of the Men in Blazers Media Network, sits down with "CBS Mornings" to break down the U.S. men's national team World Cup roster, which was announced on Tuesday.