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An outbreak of powerful storms is targeting 30 million Americans on Wednesday from the Rockies to the Carolina Coast. While triple-digit heat is adding to the misery, firefighters are battling nearly three dozen large wildfires out West. Rob Marciano is tracking it all and Kris Van Cleave reports on the heat emergency.
Searing burgers on the grill, sparkling fireworks in the skies and dizzying heat are all expected as Americans in dozens of cities across the U.S. face a triple-digit forecast this 4th of July weekend. Meteorologist Rob Marciano breaks down the weather from Philadelphia.
Around 200 million people in the U.S. are under extreme heat alerts on Wednesday. Rob Marciano has the latest forecast in the lead-up to the Fourth of July holiday.
Waves of extreme heat will broil cities across the U.S. this week. Hydration is key to staying safe during extreme heat, says Dr. Reed Caldwell, a doctor with the NYU Langone Health's Ronald O. Perelman Center for Emergency Services.
Excessive heat is the No. 1 cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Here's what to know about the symptoms of heat stroke and how to stay safe.
The National Weather Service said record-breaking temperatures can be expected throughout the weekend.
As summers grow warmer, health providers from San Diego to New York are being challenged to better protect homeless patients.
A wildfire north of Sacramento, California, fueled by oppressively high temperatures has burned more than 2,000 acres. It's one of multiple wildfires the state is fighting. CBS News Sacramento reporter Rachel Wulff has more.
Millions of Americans in the Midwest and along the East Coast are expecting record-breaking temperatures through the weekend. Several major U.S. cities could see temperatures reach well above 90 degrees Fahrenheit. CBS News Pittsburgh reporter Chris Hoffman has more.
A local rescuer in Greece says "it defies logic" that people are risking walks alone in such extreme heat.
How hot is too hot? New research suggests the human body may be more vulnerable to heat than previously thought. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Eleven migrants were hospitalized for heat exhaustion Thursday after they were rescued in a human smuggling bust near San Antonio, Texas, authorities said. Several dozen migrants were found in a trailer with no air conditioning and little water. Ben Tracy has more.
Early Thursday morning, it was already 100 degrees Fahrenheit in Las Vegas – about 4 degrees above the historic daily average. Vegas and Death Valley are under extreme heat level warnings.
A heat wave is expected to oppress parts of Texas, California, New Mexico and Arizona through Friday. CBS News' senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the effects of the hot weather.
The state of Texas has sweltered this summer under a seemingly endless cycle of extreme heat warnings. Those high temperatures have put a strain on the state's power grid, with Texas' grid operator saying demand for energy has set seven records this summer alone. Emily Foxhall, Texas Tribune energy reporter, joins CBS News to give an update on how the state's power grid is performing.
The dangerous heat scorching the middle of the country and the East Coast did not let up on Friday. More than 180 million Americans were under heat alerts -- with some states seeing record-breaking temperatures. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi reports on how the U.S. power grid is holding up.
The United Nations said temperature records show July is on track to be the hottest month ever recorded on Earth, and likely the warmest human civilization has ever seen. Over 180 million Americans -- more than half of the U.S. population -- were under heat alerts Thursday, from the Southwest to the Northeast. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi has the latest from New York.
About a third of Americans are facing triple-digit temperatures as a deadly heat wave continues across the South and Southwest, with some places enduring record-breaking heat for weeks. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Palm Springs, California, where emergency responders are struggling to keep residents safe in the sweltering heat.
More than 125 million Americans -- over one-third of the U.S. population -- are under heat alerts. NOAA warns large swathes of the country will experience potentially hazardous heat in the coming days. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest from Palm Springs, California.
The National Park Service said park rangers suspect heat may have been a factor in the 71-year-old's death.
Temperatures remain dangerously high in Phoenix. The nation's fifth-largest city has set a record by hitting 110 degrees Fahrenheit or more for the 20th day in a row. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports from Arizona.
Researchers estimate that 61,672 people died due to the heat between June and September, with 11,600 deaths in one particularly intense week alone.
An initial investigation suggests that heat-related illness may have caused the driver to run off the road.
The state is preparing for rolling blackouts on Tuesday as forecasters predict the heat wave will continue to smash its own records.
The late-summer heat wave comes as 50 million people across U.S. sweat under extreme heat advisories and warnings.
Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being buried amid an escalating exchange of fire on the 132nd day of the war.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines. But that doesn't mean they'll pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares, experts said.
Wally Funk was selected in 1961 as one of the elite women in the Mercury 13 program, finishing the same rigorous training program given to the Mercury 7 astronauts.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines. But that doesn't mean they'll pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares, experts said.
Kia America is recalling almost 463,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years that could catch fire while being driven or parked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
The damages were awarded to Carroll, a writer, by a 2023 jury in a civil sexual abuse and defamation case.
The Freedom Fuel Network is offering gasoline for more than 30 cents a gallon below the national average.
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
The Justice Department in May announced it had dismissed criminal foreign bribery and securities fraud charges against Gautam Adani, India's richest man.
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
A fourth infant was hospitalized for botulism linked to Nara Organics baby formula, and the FDA is now expanding its investigation. Dr. Céline Gounder has the latest.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Julie Chen Moonves, who hosts "Big Brother," gives "CBS Mornings" a sneak peek inside the house ahead of the season 28 premiere.
Eva Marcille, who stars in "All the Queen's Men," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's fifth and final season.
"The PItt" and "Hacks" stole the show at the 2026 Emmy Award nominations, with 25 and 24 nominations, respectively. Here are some of the biggest takeaways with Entertainment Tonight reporter Emily Curl.
The War and Treaty performs their cover of "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay" at the historic Woolworth Theatre in Nashville.
The Zac Brown Band performs "Free" as America rings in its 250th birthday.
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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.
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
Video of an interview with the roommate of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk, is set to be played in court Thursday. Robinson allegedly confessed to killing Kirk in a conversation with the roommate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
Nolan Wells was found dead on Horn Island in Mississippi after the teen vanished during a Fourth of July trip with friends. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest details.
Prosecutors plan to play audio clips of an interview with the roommate of Charlie Kirk's accused killer during a preliminary hearing on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more details.
The family of Nolan Wells is demanding answers after the 18-year-old was found dead on Horn Island, off the mainland of Mississippi. Skyler Henry reports.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Fifteen ICE facilities holding 500 or more detainees have not been inspected in over 12 months as of late June following a policy change that reduced inspection requirements, a CBS News analysis of inspection reports found. CBS News data journalist Julia Ingram examines what this means.
Video of an interview with the roommate of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk, is set to be played in court Thursday. Robinson allegedly confessed to killing Kirk in a conversation with the roommate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
President Trump wrapped the NATO summit in Turkey on a positive note Wednesday, appearing more favorable towards Ukraine than usual. CBS News contributor Niall Ferguson joins to discuss the summit, Mr. Trump's latest actions in Iran and the Ukraine-Russia war.
The U.S. launched a new wave of strikes against Iran Wednesday as President Trump declared the ceasefire to be over. About 90 military targets were hit, U.S. CENTCOM says. Mr. Trump claims Iran wants to make a deal, but timing is unclear. Olivia Rinaldi reports for CBS.
Graham Platner dropped out of the Maine Senate race Wednesday amid multiple sexual assault allegations, which he denies. Zak Hudak breaks down what happens next for CBS News.