Is offshore wind development a threat to whales? Here's what to know.
Nine dead whales have washed ashore in New Jersey and New York in recent months. Some are blaming offshore wind energy sites, but federal officials are pushing back.
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Warmer temps to follow brief polar vortex
A polar vortex is bringing record cold to the Northeast, but it won't be sticking around for long. The Weather Channel's Chris Warren has the forecast.
Polar vortex brings deep freeze to Northeast
New England will feel the brunt of a polar vortex with dangerous wind chills. The deep freeze has forced school closures in Boston, and the city has opened dozens of warming centers. Nancy Chen shares the latest.
Prehistoric and endangered Atlantic sturgeon found on East Coast beach
These fish can live up to 60 years and can grow to be a whopping 14 feet and 800 pounds.
The East Coast's snowless winter leaves some businesses feeling the heat
The lack of snow is taking a financial toll from Maine to Michigan.
Some states could see wind chills below zero
Travel is already treacherous in some states as a storm moves through Montana to western New York. Temperatures will drop to freezing in some regions, and wind chills could go below zero degrees. The Weather Channel's Chris Warren has the forecast.
Arctic blast to move in as major storm winds down
Bitter cold temperatures are expected in northern parts of the U.S. next week as an arctic blast moves in. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes has the forecast.
Snowstorm pummels millions across Northeast
Parts of the Northeast are getting a blast of wintry weather after the coast-to-coast storm buried the upper Midwest in snow. Nikki Battiste reports.
Massive storm barrels toward East Coast
The weeklong massive storm that has made its way across the U.S., bringing snow, ice and tornadoes, is heading to the finish line on the East Coast. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes is tracking the storm.
Major storm drops feet of snow and spawns tornadoes
Winter storm alerts are posted from the Rocky Mountains to the Great Lakes as the East Coast prepares for a powerful blast of ice and snow. In the South, a rare December outbreak of tornadoes has killed several people in Louisiana as the threat moves into Alabama and Florida. Elise Preston has the latest.
Coast-to-coast storm pushes east
The Weather Channel's Jacqui Jeras is tracking the major coast-to-coast storm that is bringing winter weather and tornadoes as it moves to the East Coast.
Big winter storm on the move
A big winter storm is on the move making its way towards the East after slamming parts of California. Manny Bojorquez is in Fort Morgan, Colorado, where residents are preparing for what officials say will be a “life-threatening” storm.
Back-to-back storms bring snow, rain
The second of two back-to-back storms was moving across the West this weekend, bringing another round of snow, rain and blustery winds. Danya Bacchus has more.
Severe weather moves to East Coast
While the tornado threats have passed in the South, severe weather is moving to the East Coast. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes has the forecast.
Western New York contends with record snowfall
A record-breaking snowstorm continued to devastate western New York Saturday, dumping more than six feet of snow in some areas. The snowstorm is responsible for at least two deaths. Tara Lynch reports.
Deadly snowstorm pummels western New York
Several feet of snow were expected to fall in multiple states due to a massive lake-effect storm moving from the Great Lakes to the Northeast. The storm is being blamed for at least two deaths in upstate New York. Tanya Rivero is in Buffalo with more.
Stink bug habitat could expand in northern U.S., study suggests
Now that it's autumn, people could see stink bugs creeping into their homes "by the thousands." One study suggests that within a few decades, even more people will be impacted.
Earl could strengthen into major hurricane
While Hurricane Kay could bring cooler temperatures to the West Coast amid a historic heat wave, Hurricane Earl could strengthen into the first major hurricane in the Atlantic this season. The Weather Channel's Chris Warren has the forecast.
Heatwave to continue as thunderstorms move in
Intense heat and severe thunderstorms are threatening the East Coast. Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Bettes has the forecast.
COVID cases rising in Europe
Dr. Ashish Jha joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the rise of coronavirus cases in China and Europe and the CDC warning that the new BA.2 variant is already on the U.S. East Coast.
43 million under cold weather alerts
October was the warmest ever recorded in over 100 cities. Meteorologist Megan Glaros tracks the end of the fall warmth.
Spring temperatures arrive on East Coast
A tornado watch, heavy rain and hail are expected in parts of the South, with some warmer temperatures expected midweek on the East Coast. WCCO-TV meteorologist Lisa Meadows joins CBS News' Tony Dokoupil to deliver this week's forecast.
Wild weather seen up and down East Coast
A late winter storm brought wild weather from Mississippi to Maine on Saturday. Several states saw snow, and in Pennsylvania, hazardous conditions resulted in a 73-car pileup that shut down a highway for several hours.
East Coast braces for possible bomb cyclone
Winter storm warnings were in effect from Tennessee to Maine as the East Coast is preparing for a possible bomb cyclone this weekend. Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Bettes has the forecast.
Bomb cyclone to bring heavy snow to East Coast
A major storm system is moving across the U.S., bringing snow, rain and unseasonably cold temperatures. Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Bettes has the forecast.
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Senate to vote on dueling health care bills with price hikes on the horizon
The Senate is set to vote Thursday on competing measures to lower health care costs, but both parties' bills are expected to fail. Follow live updates here.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect due in court as judge weighs media access
Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. They plan to seek the death penalty.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
President Trump said the U.S. has seized an oil tanker, which Attorney General Pam Bondi said has been "used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran."
Democrats ask for audit to determine if Epstein files haven't been "tampered with"
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes and a group of Democrats are asking for a review of the Epstein case files to determine whether the records have been "tampered" with or concealed, ahead of a release by next week.
Severe flooding in Pacific Northwest triggers rescues, road closures
Heavy rain has triggered flooding, rescues and road closures in Washington state, with Gov. Bob Ferguson declaring a statewide emergency.
House passes the NDAA, $900 billion defense policy bill, in 312-112 vote
The legislation sets lawmakers' defense priorities and authorizes spending levels for the Defense Department and national security programs.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Erika Kirk's message to people who celebrated husband's death
Erika Kirk has a message for people who sought to justify the assassination of her late husband, Charlie Kirk.
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Charlie Kirk murder suspect due in court as judge weighs media access
Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. They plan to seek the death penalty.
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Senate to vote on dueling health care bills with price hikes on the horizon
The Senate is set to vote Thursday on competing measures to lower health care costs, but both parties' bills are expected to fail. Follow live updates here.
Waymo recalls more than 3,000 vehicles due to faulty software
NHTSA said faulty software may cause Waymo vehicles to pass a stopped school bus even when its red lights are flashing or its stop arm is extended.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Severe flooding in Pacific Northwest triggers rescues, road closures
Heavy rain has triggered flooding, rescues and road closures in Washington state, with Gov. Bob Ferguson declaring a statewide emergency.
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Waymo recalls more than 3,000 vehicles due to faulty software
NHTSA said faulty software may cause Waymo vehicles to pass a stopped school bus even when its red lights are flashing or its stop arm is extended.
Justice Department moves to drop charges in international soccer corruption case
Federal prosecutors in New York moved to drop charges against former Fox employee Hernan Lopez and Full Play Group, an Argentine sports media rights company.
Lottery jackpots are getting bigger and harder to win. See data on the top prizes.
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Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
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Senate to vote on dueling health care bills with price hikes on the horizon
The Senate is set to vote Thursday on competing measures to lower health care costs, but both parties' bills are expected to fail. Follow live updates here.
Democrats ask for audit to determine if Epstein files haven't been "tampered with"
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes and a group of Democrats are asking for a review of the Epstein case files to determine whether the records have been "tampered" with or concealed, ahead of a release by next week.
Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Trump's attacks on her a "very poor reflection on him"
The conservative firebrand, who is retiring from Congress early, and the president are engaged in bitter falling-out.
Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
Trump administration to set up militarized zone on California-Mexico border
The Trump administration is adding another militarized zone to the southern U.S. border to support border security operations — this time in California, officials say.
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Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
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Nobel laureate María Corina Machado makes first public appearance in 11 months
María Corina Machado had been in hiding in Venezuela since January, when she was briefly detained after joining supporters in a protest in Caracas.
What we know about The Skipper, the oil tanker seized by the U.S. near Venezuela
The U.S. seized a 20-year-old oil tanker called The Skipper off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, three sources told CBS News. Here's what we know about the boat and the operation.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela
President Trump said the U.S. has seized an oil tanker, which Attorney General Pam Bondi said has been "used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran."
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
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Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
Carly Pearce on new music
Grammy-winning country music superstar Carly Pearce joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her highly-anticipated fifth studio album, fans relating to the lyrics in her music and being vulnerable.
Joe Bonamassa album pays tribute to B.B. King
Five-time Grammy Award winner Joe Bonamassa may already hold the record for the most No. 1 albums on the Billboard blues albums chart with 29, but he has no plans to stop anytime soon. His upcoming album is a tribute to B.B. King and includes tracks from artists like Aloe Blacc and Eric Clapton. "CBS Mornings" gets a behind-the-scenes look.
Sophie Kinsella, author of bestselling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in 2022.
Lucas Bravo on new "Emily in Paris" season
Lucas Bravo, who stars as Gabriel in "Emily in Paris," talks about the new season of the show, what he loves about his character and working with Lily Collins. Plus, he discusses playing a villain role in the series, "The Seduction."
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Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
With the world's first social media ban for children and teenagers under 16 now in effect in Australia, its initial political architect reveals it was personally inspired by his wife, for their four children.
How one couple sparked a global movement for a smartphone-free childhood
For thousands of parents in 39 countries, including the U.S., the goal is simple: More time outdoors, and a childhood lived offline as much as possible.
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.
Australian teens challenge social media ban
Australia began enforcing a social media ban for kids under the age of 16. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
A couple's smartphone-free movement for kids
A U.K. couple started with a simple message, asking on Instagram if other parents could ban together to start a smartphone-free childhood. It's now grown to a global movement, with a chapter in 39 countries. Leigh Kiniry reports.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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Charlie Kirk murder suspect due in court as judge weighs media access
Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder in the Sept. 10 shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. They plan to seek the death penalty.
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See how Minnesota fraudsters spent millions earmarked for hungry kids
Documents and images show luxury purchases and wire transfers to China and East Africa.
U.S. arrests plummet 25% since onset of the pandemic, analysis finds
Arrests across the U.S. have dropped by 25% compared to the onset of the pandemic in 2019, an analysis by the Council on Criminal Justice released Tuesday found.
NYPD warns of rise in 3D-printed ghost guns
Officials warn that more unserialized, untraceable ghost guns found on New York City's streets could soon spread to other areas across the U.S. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Online "764" network reportedly targeting kids
On Capitol Hill, a Senate Committee heard from experts who warn that predators are targeting and manipulating young people online. A growing number of reports point to a virtual network of abusers known as "764" who coerce young victims into hurting themselves or others. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
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María Corina Machado speaks out in Oslo
María Corina Machado, the Venezuelan opposition leader who has spent 11 months in hiding, arrived in Oslo, Norway, shortly after her daughter accepted the Nobel Peace Prize on her behalf. BBC News, a CBS News partner, spoke to Machado about her country.
Federal Reserve's latest interest rate cut
The Federal Reserve announced another interest rate cut, and chairman Jerome Powell broke down key details about the economy that led to the decision. MarketWatch's editor in chief Mark DeCambre joins CBS News with his take.
Erika Kirk on her husband's assassination
Erika Kirk responded in a CBS News town hall recorded on Wednesday to people who celebrated the assassination of her husband, conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, saying, "you're sick. He's a human being." The town hall airs on Saturday on CBS.
U.S. may make tourists disclose social media
A new controversial plan proposed by the Trump administration could force tourists from 42 countries, including U.S. allies, to hand over five years of social media history before visiting. The administration says its goal is strengthening national security and screening for travelers entering the U.S. Nicole Sganga reports.
Proposals on insurance premiums in Senate
The Senate is expected to vote on competing proposals to address rising health insurance premiums as a key deadline approaches. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.