2 killed in California after heavy rain, floods
Parts of California saw a month's worth of rain in one day, and two deaths are being blamed on the heavy rainfall and the flooding it triggered. Andrew Kozak has more.
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Couple walks through U.S. changing hearts, minds
A couple walked 12,000 miles through all 50 states. What started as a simple adventure to see America's beauty turned into a mission to connect a divided country. Brady Halbleib has the story.
Flash flood warnings expand in California
Flash flood warnings expanded on Saturday as rain hit wide swaths of California amid fears that the atmospheric river will intensify. Andres Gutierrez has the latest details.
Southern California preps for possible floods
An atmospheric river sweeping California is bringing some rain to the southern part of the state, with more than 20 million people under flood watch advisories. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more from Los Angeles.
New details on suspect in coach killing
The city of Oakland, California, is in mourning for the loss of a legendary football coach, featured on Netflix's "Last Chance U." Sixty-six-year-old John Beam died after he was shot on Thursday. CBS News' Juliette Goodrich reports on new details about the investigation.
Burn scar residents brace for possible mudslides
A slow-moving storm is expected to bring heavy rain to Southern California, and that could mean flooding and mudslides. Carter Evans has the latest and Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.
'Last Chance U' football coach dies after shooting
John Beam, a football coach featured on Netflix's "Last Chance U" and the Laney College athletic director, has died, one day after being shot on the Oakland, California, campus, police announced. Andres Gutierrez has more.
Calif. wildfire forces evacuations as storm threatens mudslides in south
A Pacific storm could help California crews battle the dangerous Pack Fire in Mono County, but it could also wreak havoc on fire-charred communities further south.
Storm fuels California wildfire
A powerful storm is pummeling California with rain and high winds, helping fuel a fast-growing wildfire in the northern part of the state. The rain could help control the fire, but in Southern California, flooding and mudslides are a concern. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
ByHeart sued by families of infant girls sickened by infantile botulism
One child was rushed to the hospital via air ambulance, her parents said.
Justice Department sues to block California's new congressional map
The Justice Department has joined a lawsuit seeking to block new congressional district boundaries approved by California voters.
Search for missing 9-year-old girl continues
Authorities are continuing to search for a missing 9-year-old girl, Melodee Buzzard, a month after she was reported missing in California. Buzzard's mother appeared in court on Wednesday to plead not guilty to a charge unrelated to the girl's disappearance. Carter Evans has more.
AI scams fuel rise in fake online car sales. How California is trying to protect consumers.
Buying a car is one of the biggest purchases we make, and more people are turning to online marketplaces for deals on used cars. But thanks to artificial intelligence, you're more likely than ever to get scammed.
Abbott, Newsom hold rallies in Texas
One day after California Gov. Gavin Newsom rallied in the Lone Star State, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott formally announced his reelection campaign. Dave Levinthal, contributing editor for NOTUS, and Brakkton Booker, national political correspondent for Politico, join "The Takeout" with analysis.
Newsom rallies in Texas after Prop 50 win
California Gov. Gavin Newsom rallied crowds in Texas over the weekend to celebrate his state's passage of Proposition 50, a congressional redistricting measure he spearheaded amid Texas' efforts to redraw its own legislative maps. CBS News reporter Shawna Mizelle has more details.
Inside dads' hunt for the perfect burger
A California group of dads made it their mission to find the perfect burger. Itay Hod shows how they take the search to a new level.
Examining merits of California GOP lawsuit
California Republicans are suing to block the state from redrawing its congressional map to favor Democrats. CBS News election law expert David Becker joins with analysis.
Blood in the Sand
Two teens killed on the same California beach six years apart. DNA on one of the victims leads to two suspects -- one of them worked for the police. "48 Hours" correspondent Richard Schlesinger investigates.
Nancy Pelosi not running for reelection
California Congresswoman and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is bringing nearly 40 years in politics to a close, announcing she will not seek reelection in 2027. CBS News' Erica Brown reports, and Lincoln Mitchell, Columbia University political analyst, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Significance of Pelosi's retirement
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's retirement next year will mark the end of a decades-long career in Congress for the California representative. CBS News' Caitlin Huey Burns looks back at Pelosi's time in office, and Susan Page, the Washington bureau chief at USA TODAY, also joins to discuss.
Pelosi announces retirement from Congress
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday she will not seek reelection and will retire from Congress at the end of her term. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Fin Gomez have more.
California voters pass Prop 50
California voters passed Proposition 50 on Tuesday to allow the state to redraw its congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos has more details.
Takeaways from 2025 elections
CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa breaks down what the 2025 elections mean for the future of both political parties ahead of next year's crucial midterms.
Potential consequences of Prop 50 redistricting measure, beyond California
California's approval of Proposition 50 sets in motion a redistricting plan that could result in pickups of five seats for Democrats in the Golden State — an effort that may ripple beyond California's borders.
Breaking down Prop 50's projected passage
CBS News projects that California will pass Prop 50 to redraw the state's congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. CBS News breaks down the vote.
In U.N. speech, Trump threatens to "annihilate" Iran and defends foreign policy
President Trump said he could "annihilate" Iran while predicting that Tehran would make a deal to end the war after the U.S. midterm elections.
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Patrick Clancy opens up about grief, his children and moving forward
In the first interview since his ex-wife's trial, Patrick Clancy describes what happened at home before his children were killed and how he handled his grief.
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose, autopsy finds
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was accidental.
GOP senator asks Senate committee to subpoena Donald Trump Jr., Hunter Biden
GOP Sen. John Curtis of Utah asked a Senate panel to subpoena Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden for testimony as part of a probe into the "use of presidential family relationships" for private financial benefit.
North Korea's Kim lauds test of apparent new hypersonic missile
Kim Jong Un says a new weapon tested by North Korea, likely a hypersonic missile, will be an "irresistible force" and "incurable headache" for adversaries.
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Iran's president heads for U.N. summit ahead of possible Trump meeting
Iran's president said before departing for New York that he would "firmly defend" his country's positions at the U.N. General Assembly.
Selling early access to Trump Truth Social posts is illegal, ex-prosecutors say
Trump Media & Technology recently launched a Truth Social API data feed, charging $100,000 for "real-time access to posts from the highest-ranking Truth Social accounts."
What is an "AI swarm," and why it giving tech experts nightmares?
AI "agents" show a remarkable ability to share information and knowledge with other bots. That should worry us.
Hurricane Polo grows into Category 5 storm off Mexico
Hurricane Polo rapidly intensified off the southwestern Mexican coast on Tuesday, growing into a Category 5 storm.
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Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose, autopsy finds
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was accidental.
"Looksmaxxing" influencer Clavicular charged with rape in Massachusetts
Online personality "Clavicular," whose real name is Braden Peters, faces two felony charges and one misdemeanor charge. He denies the allegations.
GOP senator asks Senate committee to subpoena Donald Trump Jr., Hunter Biden
GOP Sen. John Curtis of Utah asked a Senate panel to subpoena Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden for testimony as part of a probe into the "use of presidential family relationships" for private financial benefit.
Fishing boat reels in large U.S. military drone off Florida coast
A photo posted on the Hot Spots Charters Facebook page shows the large gray drone next to a table of fish.
In U.N. speech, Trump threatens to "annihilate" Iran and defends foreign policy
President Trump said he could "annihilate" Iran while predicting that Tehran would make a deal to end the war after the U.S. midterm elections.
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What is an "AI swarm," and why it giving tech experts nightmares?
AI "agents" show a remarkable ability to share information and knowledge with other bots. That should worry us.
Selling early access to Trump Truth Social posts is illegal, ex-prosecutors say
Trump Media & Technology recently launched a Truth Social API data feed, charging $100,000 for "real-time access to posts from the highest-ranking Truth Social accounts."
Paramount Skydance reaches antitrust deal with states over Warner Bros. Discovery purchase
Paramount's agreement with 12 state attorneys general paves the way for the company to complete its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery.
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Bill Gates says Trump's AI views point to societal blind spot
"Most of society is still not aware of how quickly it's moving," Gates said of the latest advances in artificial intelligence.
Converse pulls sneaker ad after critics say it uses racist imagery
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
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GOP senator asks Senate committee to subpoena Donald Trump Jr., Hunter Biden
GOP Sen. John Curtis of Utah asked a Senate panel to subpoena Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden for testimony as part of a probe into the "use of presidential family relationships" for private financial benefit.
In U.N. speech, Trump threatens to "annihilate" Iran and defends foreign policy
President Trump said he could "annihilate" Iran while predicting that Tehran would make a deal to end the war after the U.S. midterm elections.
Mamdani, Trump agree to continue discussion on making NYC more affordable
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump held a high-profile meeting in New York City on Monday. It marked the third time they have met, but the first at Gracie Mansion.
Man shot by ICE being detained with bullet still in his back, lawyer says
Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, the 28-year-old Venezuelan national shot by an ICE officer on Sunday, said in a phone call on Monday that he's "not doing well."
Selling early access to Trump Truth Social posts is illegal, ex-prosecutors say
Trump Media & Technology recently launched a Truth Social API data feed, charging $100,000 for "real-time access to posts from the highest-ranking Truth Social accounts."
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
Her postpartum symptoms wouldn't go away. A brain tumor was to blame.
Lisa Fasone's first pregnancy went smoothly. Then a rare health condition put her dreams of a second child on hold.
RFK Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists they have a "friend in the White House"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference hosted by an organization he once led that has promoted doubts about vaccines.
Twins conjoined at the head are separated in 25-hour surgery
The twins were born in Ethiopia with a rare condition that left them joined at the head. Doctors spent a year planning a separation surgery.
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Metal detectorist finds record-breaking trove of ancient Roman coins
A man who discovered Roman silver coins in a field realized he had stumbled upon something bigger when his metal detector kept signaling.
Irish athletes urge men's soccer team to boycott matches against Israel
The Irish government has been one of the most vocal critics of the Israeli government in recent years over its military action in Gaza.
North Korea's Kim lauds test of apparent new hypersonic missile
Kim Jong Un says a new weapon tested by North Korea, likely a hypersonic missile, will be an "irresistible force" and "incurable headache" for adversaries.
Hurricane Polo grows into Category 5 storm off Mexico
Hurricane Polo rapidly intensified off the southwestern Mexican coast on Tuesday, growing into a Category 45 storm .
6-year-old girl sets Rubik's Cube speed record, Chinese state media say
Lian Yunzhi, who practices 2 to 3 hours daily, has become the first female speedcuber to average under 4.5 seconds in competition, according to Chinese state media.
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Judge Judy reflects on 30-year career
Judith Sheindlin, known on TV as Judge Judy, sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her 30-year career as she passes the torch to her son, Adam.
Grandmaster Flash talks new book on hip-hop
Grandmaster Flash speaks with Nate Burleson about his new book, "Birth of a Culture," where he gives readers an intimate look at his role in the birth of hip-hop.
Fat Bear Week is here: Meet Backpack, Bucky and other chunky contenders
Sixteen bears are facing off in Fat Bear Week 2026, the highly anticipated tournament among the chunkiest bears at the Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska.
Converse pulls sneaker ad after critics say it uses racist imagery
Nike-owned Converse acknowledged that an ad for its Chuck Taylor sneaker is "deeply upsetting."
"Survivor" host Jeff Probst on 51st season
"Survivor" host Jeff Probst sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's upcoming 51st season, which features some new twists and turns.
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OpenAI wants U.S. to lead global AI safety
Tech industry insiders are united in saying that artificial intelligence development requires regulation and safety standards. OpenAI says the U.S. should lead the way when it comes to building out global AI safety principles. POLITICO Congress tech reporter Owen Dahlkamp weighs in.
Former controller explains FAA outage
Flights were disrupted after a cable line was accidentally cut at an air traffic control facility in Philadelphia. S. Todd Yeary, a former certified air traffic controller with the FAA, explains what happened and why.
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.
What is an "AI swarm," and why it giving tech experts nightmares?
AI "agents" show a remarkable ability to share information and knowledge with other bots. That should worry us.
Bill Gates compares AI to an alien invasion
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is in New York City this week for the UN General Assembly, hoping to prepare world leaders for the huge potential and huge threats AI poses. He spoke with Tony Dokoupil about his concerns.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Man shot by ICE: "I'm not doing well"
Wilber Rafael Garces Perez was shot in the back by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Austin, Texas. Garces Perez's lawyer says he had a work permit and was seeking asylum but had missed a deportation order sent to an old address. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
"Looksmaxxing" influencer Clavicular charged with rape in Massachusetts
Online personality "Clavicular," whose real name is Braden Peters, faces two felony charges and one misdemeanor charge. He denies the allegations.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyers take next steps
Lindsay Clancy's lawyers filed a motion to dismiss her case and asked the judge to investigate the lone holdout juror after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more details.
Latest on Nolan Wells case
A grand jury has declined to charge anyone in connection with the death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more details.
Man shot by ICE in Texas is back in hospital
Protests erupted in Austin, Texas, after a Venezuelan man was shot in his spine by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Judge Judy reflects on 30-year career
Judith Sheindlin, known on TV as Judge Judy, sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her 30-year career as she passes the torch to her son, Adam.
Travel chaos after FAA outage
U.S. airports worked to resume normal operations a day after a Federal Aviation Administration communications system and its backup both failed, leading to a series of flight delays and cancellations. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more.
Grandmaster Flash talks new book on hip-hop
Grandmaster Flash speaks with Nate Burleson about his new book, "Birth of a Culture," where he gives readers an intimate look at his role in the birth of hip-hop.
Man shot by ICE: "I'm not doing well"
Wilber Rafael Garces Perez was shot in the back by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Austin, Texas. Garces Perez's lawyer says he had a work permit and was seeking asylum but had missed a deportation order sent to an old address. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.