Video shows 165-mph, 2,700-degree fire tornado that killed firefighter
New video from Cal Fire shows the most intense tornado ever in California history that trapped and killed a firefighter
Carr Fire
Bear cub burned in wildfire kicks back in hammock as paws heal
The cub received a unique treatment on her paws, which were badly burned in California's Carr Fire
California's fire losses likely to set record
Insurers say devastating wildfires have become most destructive blazes in the state's history
Enormous blazes could make this fire season California's worst
Some 14,000 firefighters in California are struggling to curb 18 fires in the midst of a sweltering summer
Another death in relentless California wildfires
Utility worker battling NorCal blaze is 9th to die in 18 major blazes throughout the state, but mainly in Northern California
California's fires are creating another problem: Fleeing insurers
Homeowners are facing the growing problem of insurers canceling policies because of more frequent wildfires
Trump approves aid for California as wildfires claim more victims
On Saturday, Gov. Jerry Brown called on President Trump to help California fight and recover from another destructive wildfire season
Weekend of windy, hot weather could drive California flames into new areas
National Weather Service says a series of dry low-pressure systems could bring wind gusts that could turn small fires or sparks into racing walls of flame
High winds fuel California wildfires
Four people are still unaccounted for in the devastating Carr Fire near Redding, California. It is now the seventh most destructive wildfire in California history. The Mendocino Complex fires destroyed more buildings Tuesday, as 17 large wildfires burn statewide. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Devastating wildfires a "new normal" for California, governor says
The Carr Fire in Redding killed six people and destroyed more than 1,000 homes, making it the sixth most destructive fire in California history
14-foot python missing since Carr Fire evacuations found
Owner of pet store where "Eres" lives says she was coiled up in milk crate on neighbor's patio and is doing well; says Eres is "very gentle"
"It just goes on and on": New wildfires erupt in scorched NorCal
Latest blazes spread with shocking speed through bone-dry forest and brush, prompting new evacuations
At least 20 missing in California wildfire with thousands more evacuated
Crews saved thousands of homes, but officials warn this is only the beginning of what's already a destructive fire season
Girl gives burritos to Calif. firefighters
A heartwarming video posted to Facebook shows an adorable little girl handing out burritos to firefighters battling the devastating Carr Fire in California. The fire, which has already killed six people and forced evacuations for nearly 40,000 people, has grown to size of Denver, putting a heavy toll on firefighters.
Victims of deadly Carr Fire
The Carr Fire in Redding, California, has killed at least six people and thousands have been forced to evacuate the area. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins CBSN with the latest.
CalFire battalion chief on wildfire "vortex"
Jonathan Cox, battalion chief for CalFire's Northern California region, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he's "cautiously optimistic" about the Carr Fire, and how California is seeing a surge in more deadly and destructive fires.
Girl gives out burritos to firefighters battling Carr Fire
Chelsea Lutz, who uploaded the video of her daughter Gracie, told CBS News that giving out the food was all about providing a boost for the firefighters
Guy Fieri serves barbecue to hundreds of California wildfire evacuees
For the second year in a row, the Food Network host is teaming up with the Salvation Army and Operation BBQ to help California's wildfire evacuees
Flames devastate California, killing 3 family members trapped inside home
So far, the California fires have killed at least eight people — including firefighters — and have burned nearly a quarter million acres of land
Acts of kindness emerge amid deadly California wildfires
People in California are sharing their stories of kindness, as firefighters work 24 hour shifts to try and contain multiple wildfires
California firefighters battle fatigue as they try to get flames under control
Crews desperately trying to hold the line are relying heavily on water drops from the air
Battalion chief on evacuation warnings, "new normal" of destructive wildfires
Jonathan Cox says the fires have been "more deadly, more destructive fires, more often"
Fawn gives cop a kiss after wildfire rescue
Social media users are "fawning" over a photo of a California Highway Patrol officer getting nuzzled by a baby deer that he saved from a wildfire
Man who lost wife, great-grandkids in fire recalls their final words
Ed Bledsoe, who had left his home to run an errand, says he didn't receive evacuation warnings
Northern California wildfire threatens thousands of buildings, kills at least 6
Carr Fire has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes after days of explosive growth -- but officials see hope Sunday night
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U.S. launches "self-defense strikes" on Iran, says warships came under fire
As President Trump again voiced optimism that Iran will "make a deal" to end the war, Tehran declared itself the regulator of Strait of Hormuz shipping.
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Trump pardon recipients face congressional probe over "pay-to-play" questions
Democrats are investigating clemency recipients who may have obtained favorable treatment from Trump or his advisers.
A blocked camera, a 13-minute gap: Details emerge on WHCD attack
A CBS News visual investigation is revealing new details of an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump at this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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U.S. strikes 2 Iranian ports as American warships come under fire
Three U.S. Navy destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz came under attack on Thursday, and the U.S. struck on two Iranian ports abutting the strait, putting into question an increasingly fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
5 states monitoring passengers who departed ship stricken by hantavirus
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least five states, health officials said.
Blanche: Immigrants who committed fraud to become U.S. citizens should worry
The acting attorney general is touting the administration's stepped-up denaturalization efforts.
Tennessee approves new congressional map dissolving majority Black district
Tennessee Republicans earlier Thursday approved a measure to overturn the state's ban on mid-decade redistricting.
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State Department reviewing all Mexican consulates in U.S. as tensions grow
The State Department is initiating a review of all 53 Mexican consulates in the United States, a U.S. official said, a move that could lead Secretary of State Marco Rubio to consider ordering the closure of some posts.
Trump-appointed council proposes major redesign of FEMA response role
A council appointed by President Trump has proposed major changes to FEMA's disaster relief response.
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U.S. trade court rules against Trump's 10% tariffs
The tariffs were put in place in February, days after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous round of sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs.
Can AI help you figure out how much money you need to retire?
As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.
Trump-appointed council proposes major redesign of FEMA response role
A council appointed by President Trump has proposed major changes to FEMA's disaster relief response.
AI is as a top cause of layoffs, accounting for 26% of April's job cuts
New data shows artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for layoffs, even as economists debate whether it is truly displacing workers.
Tennessee approves new congressional map dissolving majority Black district
Tennessee Republicans earlier Thursday approved a measure to overturn the state's ban on mid-decade redistricting.
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U.S. trade court rules against Trump's 10% tariffs
The tariffs were put in place in February, days after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous round of sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs.
Can AI help you figure out how much money you need to retire?
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AI is as a top cause of layoffs, accounting for 26% of April's job cuts
New data shows artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for layoffs, even as economists debate whether it is truly displacing workers.
Snack mixes recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
That discount at the pharmacy counter may pack hidden costs
The new TrumpRx program relies partly on connecting consumers with discount coupons offered by drugmakers. For insured patients, though, using a coupon can prove dicey.
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U.S. trade court rules against Trump's 10% tariffs
The tariffs were put in place in February, days after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's previous round of sweeping "Liberation Day" tariffs.
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U.S. strikes 2 Iranian ports as American warships come under fire
Three U.S. Navy destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz came under attack on Thursday, and the U.S. struck on two Iranian ports abutting the strait, putting into question an increasingly fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
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State Department reviewing all Mexican consulates in U.S. as tensions grow
The State Department is initiating a review of all 53 Mexican consulates in the United States, a U.S. official said, a move that could lead Secretary of State Marco Rubio to consider ordering the closure of some posts.
Trump-appointed council proposes major redesign of FEMA response role
A council appointed by President Trump has proposed major changes to FEMA's disaster relief response.
Tennessee approves new congressional map dissolving majority Black district
Tennessee Republicans earlier Thursday approved a measure to overturn the state's ban on mid-decade redistricting.
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What we know about hantavirus cases tied to deadly cruise ship outbreak
Health officials have identified at least eight confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus tied to an outbreak on the M/V Hondius cruise ship.
5 states monitoring passengers who departed ship stricken by hantavirus
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least five states, health officials said.
That discount at the pharmacy counter may pack hidden costs
The new TrumpRx program relies partly on connecting consumers with discount coupons offered by drugmakers. For insured patients, though, using a coupon can prove dicey.
Trump promised cheaper drugs. Some prices dropped. Many others shot up.
Since his second term started, President Trump has introduced a flurry of initiatives aimed at taming the excesses of the pharmaceutical industry.
What's the hantavirus risk to the public?
A deadly strain of hantavirus broke out aboard a cruise ship for the first time, with more than 150 people on board. With three deaths among eight confirmed cases so far, Dr. Céline Gounder discusses the wider risks.
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U.S. strikes 2 Iranian ports as American warships come under fire
Three U.S. Navy destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz came under attack on Thursday, and the U.S. struck on two Iranian ports abutting the strait, putting into question an increasingly fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
What we know about hantavirus cases tied to deadly cruise ship outbreak
Health officials have identified at least eight confirmed or suspected cases of hantavirus tied to an outbreak on the M/V Hondius cruise ship.
Is the Iranian regime really in a "state of collapse" as Trump claims?
As Trump pushes for a deal with an Iranian regime he portrays as deeply fractured, analysts say power in Tehran may be shifting, but that doesn't mean disarray.
5 states monitoring passengers who departed ship stricken by hantavirus
American passengers who left the MV Hondius cruise ship in April are being monitored for hantavirus in at least five states, health officials said.
Dozens of cocaine packages seized in Pacific, 11 rescued from shipwreck
The Mexican navy helped rescue shipwrecked sailors and retrieve bales of illicit drugs that had been dumped into the ocean.
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Surprising "Survivor" tribal council ceremony
(Warning: Spoilers ahead!) "CBS Mornings" reveals details of the latest "Survivor 50" episode and elimination ceremony, which had another surprise for the castaways.
Exclusive preview of "I Will Find You"
"CBS Mornings" has an exclusive preview of the new Netflix series "I Will Find You," which is based on Harlan Coben's 2023 novel. Coben, who is also an executive producer on the series, talks about what inspired the story and how closely he worked on the Netflix adaptation.
Documentary explores maternal healthcare
Christy Turlington Burns, the founder and president of the nonprofit "Every Mother Counts," speaks about her new documentary, which explores the state of maternal healthcare following the end of Roe v. Wade. She discusses the different risks for women and why this is personal for her.
How Ted Turner transformed media
Ted Turner, who died on Wednesday at age 87, was a global media titan. Amol Sharma, a financial editor for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more insight.
How Ted Turner changed TV
Media mogul and CNN founder Ted Turner has died at 87, according to a statement from Turner Enterprises. Michael Schneider, Variety's executive editor of TV, joins with more.
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Can AI help you figure out how much money you need to retire?
As more people turn to chatbots for financial advice, experts say AI offers both pros and cons for retirement planning. Here's what to know.
Google unveils screenless Fitbit
Fitness trackers started as devices for measuring workouts, but now they are designed for 24/7 monitoring and the passive collection of health data. Fitbit announced its latest device, called the Fitbit Air, to compete with other screenless trackers like the Whoop. Tech journalist Lexi Savvides joins CBS News with more.
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.
Former OpenAI board members testify in trial
The high-stakes OpenAI trial pitting tech giants Elon Musk and Sam Altman against each other is wrapping up its second week with testimony from former board members. Ashley Gold, Axios senior tech policy reporter, joins CBS News to discuss.
AI is as a top cause of layoffs, accounting for 26% of April's job cuts
New data shows artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for layoffs, even as economists debate whether it is truly displacing workers.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
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CBS News finds security gaps at Hilton Hotel
CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga returned to the Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C., to better understand the security surrounding the White House Correspondents' Dinner. What she found was a 13-minute gap in security camera coverage in the moments leading up to the shooting.
DOJ yet to authenticate possible Epstein note
A federal judge has made public an apparent suicide note written by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Correspondents' dinner shooting analysis
A CBS News team analyzed the security footage of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. Nicole Sganga breaks down what we learned.
Investigation of correspondents' dinner attack
A CBS News visual investigation reveals new details in an alleged assassination attempt on President Trump at this year's White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Dozens of cocaine packages seized in Pacific, 11 rescued from shipwreck
The Mexican navy helped rescue shipwrecked sailors and retrieve bales of illicit drugs that had been dumped into the ocean.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
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Democratic donors tap influencers for midterm aid
The progressive donor network Democracy Alliance is planning to invest tens of millions of dollars in new media and content creators. It's a shift away from traditional media like broadcast television and paid advertisements. Democracy Alliance president Pamela Shifman joins "The Takeout" to explain the shift in strategy.
Examining presidential pardoning power
CBS News has exclusively learned that Senate and House Democrats are investigating whether President Trump issued pardons and commutations as part of what is described as a "pay-to-play" dynamic. Lawmakers have sent letters to more than a dozen recipients of executive clemency, seeking documents about payment history and communications with lawyers or those close to the president. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
From 1962 CBS News Radio: Cuban Missile Crisis
For 13 days in October of 1962, the world stood on the brink of nuclear war as the U.S. and the Soviet Union feuded over Soviet missiles stored in Cuba, just off the coast of Florida. Caitlin Huey-Burns introduces a special bulletin that interrupted CBS News Radio's programming.
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Five U.S. states are tracking passengers returning from a cruise ship hit with a deadly outbreak of hantavirus. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains the risk level to Americans.
U.S. ships face strikes in Strait of Hormuz
As the White House awaits a response from Iran to the latest U.S. peace proposal, hostilities are ongoing in the Strait of Hormuz. Three U.S. warships faced an intense Iranian assault, according to U.S. Central Command. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.