Oakland to pay $32.7 million settlement in Ghost Ship fire
Oakland will pay $32.7 million to settle lawsuits filed over a 2016 fire at an illegally converted warehouse dubbed the Ghost Ship that killed 36 people. CBSN San Francisco reports.
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Oakland to pay $32.7 million settlement in deadly warehouse fire
The Oakland City Council authorized the settlement on behalf of 32 of the 36 people who were killed when a fire swept through an illegal party inside a cluttered warehouse in 2016.
Fire erupts on board Navy ship in San Diego, injuring 17 sailors
All sailors are accounted for and everyone injured is in stable condition. An investigation is underway.
Fire aboard Navy ship in California
A three-alarm blaze broke out Sunday morning aboard the USS Bonhomee Richard at Naval Base San Diego. Several sailors were injured. CBSN has the latest.
Man catches child falling from burning building
Dramatic bystander video shows the boy fall from the third floor and drop into Phillip Blanks' arms.
Amazon fires increase in June, raising concerns
The fires raise even more concern during the coronavirus pandemic, as the smoke could add complications for COVID-19 patients.
Iran reports 2nd mysterious "incident" near a nuclear facility
"No need for concern," Iran's atomic energy agency says, revealing previously unreported construction was ongoing at the sensitive Natanz nuclear facility.
Supreme Court ruling a win for LGBTQ workers
The Supreme Court has ruled it is illegal for employers to fire workers because they are gay or transgender. LGBTQ Americans and their supporters are celebrating what they see as a monumental victory. Jan Crawford reports.
DC bishop on the president's church visit
Religious leaders and many political leaders have denounced President Trump for visiting a historic church near the White House where a small fire was set during weekend protests. Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, who oversees the church, said she was "outraged" that the president would use St. John's as a "prop." She joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss.
Atlanta mayor addresses protesters
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms told protesters to "go home" after demonstrators set fire to a police car and vandalized a sign at the CNN center. "What I see happening on the streets of Atlanta is not Atlanta," she said.
Protests continue across the U.S.
Protests swept the country for the fifth straight day following the death of George Floyd. In cities throughout the U.S., largely peaceful protests gave way to violent clashes between police and demonstrators throughout the night as fires were set and businesses were looted. Chip Reid in Washington and Jeff Pegues in Minneapolis give updates in this CBS News Special Report.
Fires flare near White House as protests continue
Tensions between demonstrators and D.C. police were rising during a third straight night of unrest over George Floyd's death.
Firefighters battle huge blaze in San Francisco
About 150 firefighters battled a four-alarm fire at a warehouse at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and and saved a historic World War II-era ship from the fire. Michael George reports.
Minneapolis police station on fire
Minneapolis is in the middle of a third night of unrest in the aftermath of George Floyd's death, with protesters apparently taking over the police department's 3rd Precinct building late Thursday. CBS Minnesota has the latest.
Fire devastates "heart and soul" of San Francisco fishing industry
Blaze destroyed a key part of Fisherman's Wharf — the fishing gear that's used to deliver most of city's fresh seafood.
Massive fire erupts on San Francisco's iconic waterfront
More than 100 firefighters responded to towering flames around 4 a.m. local time.
Plane makes fiery emergency landing
Russia investigators say 13 people have been killed, including two children, when a plane made a fiery plane landing in Moscow on Sunday. There were 78 passengers on board. Local reports said a fire was detected mid-flight.
Plane makes emergency landing in Russia
It’s a miracle anyone survived a fiery emergency landing in Russia on Sunday. The Aeroflot plane barreled down the runway, flames and smoke shooting out the back. Mola Lenghi reports.
Deadly Russian plane fire under investigation
At least one American was among the 41 killed in a fiery plane crash in Moscow on Sunday. Passengers in the front jumped down emergency chutes as flames engulfed the rear. Roxana Saberi has more on the investigation.
6 dead, including 4 kids, in Harlem fire
Six family members, including four children, were killed early Wednesday when a fire that apparently started on a stove ravaged their New York apartment, authorities said. A man, woman, two girls and two boys ages 3 to 11 were found in the fifth-floor apartment.
Paradise recovering 6 months after Camp Fire
It's been six months since the Camp Fire raced through northern California, the deadliest and most destructive fire in state history. Jonathan Vigliotti went back to the town of Paradise to check on some of the youngest survivors.
Unusable water 6 months after Calif. fires
While we now know power lines started the deadliest wildfire in California history, a different type of threat is affecting plans to rebuild: contaminated water that tested positive for elevated levels of cancer-causing benzene. The Camp Fire killed at least 85 people in and around the town of Paradise last November. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Man sets himself on fire near White House
A man set himself on fire outside the White House on Wednesday afternoon, the Secret Service said. The incident occurred on the White House Ellipse shortly after noon. A spokesman for the Washington, D.C., fire department said first responders managed to extinguish the fire and an unidentified adult male was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Teens save 90-year-old woman from fire
When a fire broke out in an elderly Oklahoma woman's house, four teenage boys didn't hesitate to help. They broke down her door and got her out safely.
Heat wave increases fire risk in western U.S.
Dangerous heat is threatening nearly 10 million Americans out west. The threat comes as a massive wildfire burns in Arizona and as California's largest power company cuts power to customers to prevent a potential blaze. Janet Shamlian reports.
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Trump says Iran operation could take "four weeks or less," 3 U.S. troops killed
The U.S. military says three troops have been killed in the war with Iran, as President Trump says the operation is proceeding "ahead of schedule." Follow live updates.
New photo emerges of gunman who killed 2, wounded 14 in Austin bar
The FBI is investigating "potential nexus to terrorism" after the shooting that killed 2 at Buford's, a beer garden in Austin's entertainment district.
3 U.S. service members killed in military operation against Iran, CENTCOM says
U.S. Central Command said Sunday that three American service members were killed and five others were seriously wounded as part of the military operation in Iran.
CIA intelligence led to strike that killed Khamenei in Iran, source says
The CIA had tracked Khamenei's location for several months before the strike that killed him, a person familiar with the matter tells CBS News.
Trump signals willingness to talk to new Iranian leadership as strikes continue
President Trump said Sunday that he is willing to speak with the new leadership in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Sen. Tom Cotton says "not a simple answer" as to who will lead Iran now
"There's probably a lot of jockeying inside of Iran right now, they have a very consultative, deliberative process to replace the Supreme Leader," Sen. Tom Cotton said Sunday on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Map shows U.S.-Israel military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
Lawmakers stress new urgency around war powers votes after Iran strikes
Efforts in Congress to block President Trump from using further military force against Iran without support from lawmakers have intensified after the U.S. and Israel launched a massive military operation.
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Trump signals willingness to talk to new Iranian leadership as strikes continue
President Trump said Sunday that he is willing to speak with the new leadership in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Lawmakers stress new urgency around war powers votes after Iran strikes
Efforts in Congress to block President Trump from using further military force against Iran without support from lawmakers have intensified after the U.S. and Israel launched a massive military operation.
Wife of Rep. Jim Baird dies following complications from car crash injuries
Danise Baird, the wife of Indiana Rep. Jim Baird, has died following complications from her car crash injuries with her husband in January.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sens. Tom Cotton and Chris Murphy join Margaret Brennan.
USA hockey stars joke about "Heated Rivalry" and Trump invite on "SNL"
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
Book excerpt: "Streetwise" by Lloyd Blankfein
In his new memoir, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs writes about a life that stretched from the projects of New York City to the pinnacle of Wall Street.
Small business owner is already giving her customers a tariff refund
"If somebody charges you something and it's unlawful, they should give you your money back," Dame CEO Alexandra Fine said.
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Trump signals willingness to talk to new Iranian leadership as strikes continue
President Trump said Sunday that he is willing to speak with the new leadership in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Lawmakers stress new urgency around war powers votes after Iran strikes
Efforts in Congress to block President Trump from using further military force against Iran without support from lawmakers have intensified after the U.S. and Israel launched a massive military operation.
Wife of Rep. Jim Baird dies following complications from car crash injuries
Danise Baird, the wife of Indiana Rep. Jim Baird, has died following complications from her car crash injuries with her husband in January.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sens. Tom Cotton and Chris Murphy join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Karim Sadjadpour and Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Karim Sadjadpour from the Carnegie Endownment for international peace and former CENTCOM commander and CBS News contributor Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Trump signals willingness to talk to new Iranian leadership as strikes continue
President Trump said Sunday that he is willing to speak with the new leadership in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Transcript: Karim Sadjadpour and Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Karim Sadjadpour from the Carnegie Endownment for international peace and former CENTCOM commander and CBS News contributor Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
CIA intelligence led to strike that killed Khamenei in Iran, source says
The CIA had tracked Khamenei's location for several months before the strike that killed him, a person familiar with the matter tells CBS News.
Transcript: Rep. Mike Turner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Mike Turner, Republican of Ohio, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
Transcript: Sen. Ted Cruz on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Ted Cruz, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
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USA hockey stars joke about "Heated Rivalry" and Trump invite on "SNL"
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Extended interview: Marc Shaiman
In this web exclusive, composer Marc Shaiman, a Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, talks with Tracy Smith about his career; his new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner"; and his collaboration and friendship with Rob Reiner.
Broadway, Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman on being a "sore winner"
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner."
Broadway and Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner." Shaiman talks with Tracy Smith about collaborating with Billy Crystal on parody songs for the Oscars; composing scores for Rob Reiner's films; and why he says, beginning as a piano prodigy at age 16, "there was no stopping me."
Neil Sedaka: An appreciation
David Pogue looks back at the career of the singer-songwriter whose Top 10 hits included such classics as "Oh, Carol," "Calendar Girl," "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do," and "Laughter in the Rain."
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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2 dead, 14 hurt in Texas bar shooting
At least two people were killed and 14 were injured in a mass shooting outside an Austin, Texas, bar, authorities said Sunday. There were indicators on the suspect and in his vehicle that suggest a "potential nexus to terrorism," but it's too early to determine the motivation, FBI Acting Special Agent Alex Doran said during a briefing Sunday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
New photo emerges of gunman who killed 2, wounded 14 in Austin bar
The FBI is investigating "potential nexus to terrorism" after the shooting that killed 2 at Buford's, a beer garden in Austin's entertainment district.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Bill Clinton opening statement for deposition
Former President Bill Clinton is being deposed by members of the House Oversight Committee over his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Celebrations and mourning in Tehran
Celebrations have been seen in Tehran after Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in U.S.-led strikes. Supporters of the the regime have also been seen mourning Khamenei. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry has more.
Trump releases new statement on Iran
President Trump released a new statement about military operations in Iran on Sunday, saying they will "continue until all of our objectives are achieved." See the president's full remarks.
Iranian retaliatory strikes across Middle East
Retaliatory strikes from Iran are spreading across the Middle East a day after U.S.-Israeli strikes killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Iran | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Reza Pahlavi, a leader of the Iranian opposition to the Islamic Republic and the son of the deposed late shah of Iran, sits down with Scott Pelley to discuss this pivotal moment for Iran's leadership, whether regime change is coming, and what happens to Iran's nuclear weapons. Tonight.
Possible options for regime change in Iran
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed along with about 40 other senior members of the Islamic Republic's regime in the initial onslaught of the U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran. Behnam Ben Taleblu, Iran program senior director at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins CBS News to discuss who or what might emerge as a new leader in Iran.