Winds intensify amid L.A. wildfires
Winds in Southern California could reach 70 mph in some areas, a week after the devastating wildfires first broke out. It comes amid a new fire in Ventura County, which forced more evacuations.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom called for an investigation into the loss of water pressure and unavailability of water from the reservoir during the fires in Los Angeles.
L.A. braces for more strong winds amid fires
Fire crews in Southern California still trying to gain control of several deadly wildfires may soon face more challenges as new, powerful winds potentially cause explosive growth. CBS News correspondent Charlie De Mar has more.
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Cause of L.A. wildfires under investigation
As dangerous conditions persist, investigators are focused on finding out what caused the Palisades Fire to erupt in Southern California. Officials are probing whether embers from another fire that burned in the area could have been the cause. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Reel Inn owner on wildfire recovery
Teddy Leonard, the owner the iconic Reel Inn restaurant in Malibu, is working with government officials and donors all over the world to recover from the wildfires that destroyed the Los Angeles area staple. Leonard joined CBS News with more on her efforts to aid her employees.
Wind speeds are picking up in California
Wind speeds are expected to pick back up in the Los Angeles area as wildfires continue to rage. CBS News' David Schechter is investigating the emergency alert flaws being reported. Also, Rob Marciano and Grant Gilmore have more on the worsening weather conditions.
Can California use ocean salt water to put out fires?
Salt water from the ocean is an option for fighting L.A.'s fires, but it's more complicated than simply going to the beach to transport water to the hillsides.
California wildfires destruction grows
The wildfire destruction in Southern California is only growing as wind speeds are expected to increase and more dangerous conditions threaten to spread fires in the Los Angeles area. CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi reports.
Why California fire hydrants ran dry
Questions are emerging about fire hydrants in Southern California that may have run dry. CBS News Confirmed's Melissa Mahtani breaks down the claims and what's known about the hydrants.
Latest on California wildfires, weather
Multiple wildfires continue to rage in Southern California and more dangerous weather conditions are forecasted. CBS News' Elise Preston breaks down the latest in efforts to mitigate the fires and meteorologist Jessica Burch has more on upcoming hurricane-force winds. Also, CBS News Confirmed's Melissa Mahtani reports on inmates helping fight the fires, and Lilia Luciano has more on looters and security concerns.
Officials give update on wildfires, looting
Authorities in California gave an update Monday on the wildfires that have scorched much of the Los Angeles area and the looting that has ensued in some places. More high winds are expected as crews race to contain the blazes.
Identifying fake images of California fires
Disinformation is circulating on social media about the California wildfires, including AI-generated images and blatantly false claims. CBS Confirmed executive editor Rhona Tarrant has more on separating fact from fiction about the blazes.
California racing to gain control of fires
More high winds are in the forecast for Southern California where the death toll from recent wildfires has reached at least 24. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has a report from the ground and CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Kate Bilo has a look at the weather for the area.
L.A. dog owner explains how CBS News journalists rescued his pets in fire
Andrea Pasinetti was out of town when he got the call when a wildfire broke out in Pacific Palisades, where his home and three dogs were. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti was reporting nearby.
Fire crews in Los Angeles brace for more heavy winds; at least 24 killed
The Palisades and Eaton fires burning in Southern California have destroyed more than 12,000 structures.
At least 24 people dead in L.A. wildfires
The death toll from the wildfires that have scorched Los Angeles County has risen to at least 24. More high winds are in the forecast, threatening to fan flames further. CBS News correspondent Charlie De Mar has the latest.
The ongoing fight to stop the Los Angeles County wildfires
Days after fires began tearing through homes in the Los Angeles area, families are returning to smoldering neighborhoods as firefighters continue their battle against the deadly wildfires.
Los Angeles area wildfire evacuees face price gouging
Forced to evacuate their homes amid perilous wildfires, Los Angeles residents now face price gouging while trying to find places to live.
Mobile homes devastated in L.A. fire
A community of mobile homes tucked in between luxury mansions has been devastated by the Palisades Fire in Southern California. Maurice DuBois gets a birds-eye view of the wreckage.
Eaton Fire hits historically Black neighborhoods
The Eaton Fire has destroyed thousands of structures in the communities of Altadena and Pasadena. Both are historic communities that generations of Black families have called home. Elise Preston reports.
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, January 12
Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan speaks with the head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency about the devastating wildfires in Southern California.
Crews battle Palisades Fire in Mandeville Canyon
Crews were fighting to keep the Palisades Fire from destroying more homes on Saturday evening, after the blaze spread into Mandeville Canyon in the Hollywood Hills. CBS News Los Angeles reporter Lauren Pozen has the latest.
How people are helping fire victims
As wildfires in the Los Angeles area continued to burn on Saturday, some people and businesses lent a helping hand to displaced residents. CBS News Los Angeles' Dillon Thomas reports.
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CBS News poll finds many voice frustration with Trump's economic approach
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Taiwan representative to U.S.: "We're not the ones creating all this trouble"
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Finnish divers join search for bodies of 4 Italian divers in the Maldives
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At least 4 killed by Ukrainian drone strikes on Russia
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Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda declared global health emergency
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Letlow, Fleming advance to runoff in Louisiana GOP Senate primary, CBS News projects
Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.
Fighter jets crash in midair during air show at Idaho Air Force base
The Mountain Home Air Force Base said in a social media post that it was locked down following an incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
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Fighter jets crash in midair during air show at Idaho Air Force base
The Mountain Home Air Force Base said in a social media post that it was locked down following an incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
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Video shows rescuers treating mountain climber who fell 50 feet
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Senate GOP revising White House ballroom security funds plan
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Ronda Rousey defeats Gina Carano seconds into joint comeback match
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CBS News poll finds many voice frustration with Trump's economic approach
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Ice cream sold in 17 states recalled for potential metal fragments
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Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
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Taiwan representative to U.S.: "We're not the ones creating all this trouble"
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
Transcript: Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
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Version of hantavirus behind deadly outbreak matches known strain, France says
Genomic analysis showed the virus found aboard the MV Hondius shows no evidence of new characteristics so far.
Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda declared global health emergency
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A hospital worker felt healthy. Then he had 3 heart attacks in 4 days.
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New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
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Transcript: Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Tom Suozzi on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Republican of Pennsylvania, and Tom Suozzi, Democrat of New York, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Taiwan representative to U.S.: "We're not the ones creating all this trouble"
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
Transcript: Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026
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Irish researchers find oldest English poem in medieval book in Rome
Researchers in Dublin discovered the oldest surviving English poem in a Roman library.
Transcript: Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
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5/17: Sunday Morning "By Design"
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Jon Favreau on "The Mandalorian and Grogu"
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An adobe renaissance
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Atlanta residents report Waymo traffic jams
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Waymos get in Atlanta traffic jam
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Oklahoma becomes latest state to sue Roblox over child safety concerns
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NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
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Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
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NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
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NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
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