Michigan dam failures could leave city under 9 feet of water
The National Weather Service urged anyone near the Tittabawassee River to seek higher ground following "castastrophic dam failures."
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Louisiana braces for potential hurricane
Louisiana is bracing for a potential hurricane. KTVT meteorologist Chris Padgett has the latest forecast, and CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez joins CBSN AM from New Orleans where flooding has already started after thunderstorms on Wednesday.
New Orleans residents on alert for floods
New Orleans is below sea level -- and Barry will test the safeguards that the city put in place following the devastation from Hurricane Katrina 14 years ago. Residents felt a sigh of relief after forecasters said the Mississippi River is expected to crest at about 17 feet on Monday, and not 19 feet as earlier predicted. The levees protecting the city range from about 20 to 25 feet in height, so they will do much to protect from flood waters. But businesses and residents alike are taking their own steps to prepare themselves for what is to come. Omar Villafranca reports.
Barry strengthens into Category 1 hurricane
Hurricane Barry is expected to bring devastating rain to the Louisiana coast. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN with the latest.
Barry makes landfall, weakens to tropical storm
Barry weakened to a tropical storm and made landfall in Louisiana on Saturday. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN with the latest.
Barry makes landfall on the Gulf Coast
Barry came ashore this afternoon near Morgan City, Louisiana, 85 miles west of New Orleans. Less than an hour later, it was downgraded to a tropical storm. Torrential rains and flash flooding remain a major problem. States of emergency have been declared in Louisiana and Mississippi. David Begnaud reports.
How Barry is affecting the Gulf Coast
Meteorologist Jeff Beradelli joins "CBS Evening News " with more on Tropical Storm Barry.
Flood threat in Louisiana over Barry
The National Weather Service has issued flash flood warnings across the state of Louisiana as Barry continues to move inland. Broussard, Louisiana Mayor Ray Bourque joined CBSN on the phone to discuss the big issues facing his town.
Intense storms pound the Northeast
Severe storms slammed the East Coast and brought dangerous flash flooding, as the region cools down from a deadly, record-breaking heat wave. Powerful thunderstorms spread from Tennessee to Rhode Island on Monday. At the height of the storms, more than 325,000 people were without power in the mid-Atlantic region. Don Dahler reports.
Michigan governor on catastrophic flooding
Officials are investigating why two dams in Michigan failed and caused historic flooding and forced thousands of residents to evacuate. Governor Gretchen Whitmer joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her state's response to the disaster during the coronavirus pandemic.
Farmers reckon with climate change in new doc
Thousands across the Midwest are still struggling to recover after historic flooding left entire towns and farms underwater. In a new “CBSN Originals” documentary, Adam Yamaguchi meets a Nebraska farmer who is reluctant to acknowledge the realities of climate change, even as extreme weather becomes his new normal.
Preview: "A Climate Reckoning In The Heartland"
CBSN Originals Correspondent and Executive Producer Adam Yamaguchi joins CBSN to discuss the new documentary "A Climate Reckoning In The Heartland." Adam discusses his experiences following a Nebraska farmer who is reluctant to acknowledge the realities of climate change even though his land was destroyed by severe storms and flooding.
At least 1 dead in Turkey flood
Raging flood waters tore through parts of Turkey. Officials say at least one person was killed. Many shops in Istanbul's historic Grand Bazaar were flooded and some of the merchandise floated away. The heavy rain also disrupted rail and ferry services.
Puerto Rico braces for Tropical Storm Dorian
Tropical Storm Dorian is barreling toward Puerto Rico and islanders now expect a direct hit. Forecasters say the storm is gaining strength before its likely landfall there later today. Dorian is also on track to hit the Bahamas and Florida later this week. President Trump has declared an emergency in Puerto Rico. David Begnaud reports.
Woman drowns while on the phone with 911 dispatcher
There is outrage in Arkansas after the death of a 47-year-old woman who drowned while delivering newspapers. The woman called 911 after accidentally driving into high water. But the dispatcher who took her call offered little sympathy. Kenneth Craig reports.
Dorian causes flooding in South Carolina
More than 200,000 people were without power in South Carolina as Hurricane Dorian lashed the state's coast, and flooding is a major concern in the Charleston area. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joined CBSN from Charleston with more.
Charleston surveys damage from Dorian
Charleston, South Carolina sustained flooding as the eye of Hurricane Dorian passed within 55 miles of the city. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joined CBSN from the city with what it's currently like there.
At least 6 dead and thousands displaced in Spain flood
At least 6 people are dead and thousands more have been rescued, after days of torrential rainfall across southeastern Spain. Record flooding closed airports, rail lines, major roads and left many trapped in cars overcome by the flash floods.
The parks that protect cities from flooding
Scientists say climate change is increasing the intensity and frequency of heavy rain storms. Coastal cities are doing their best to prepare for the threat of severe flooding from storms and potential rises in sea level, but two communities are trying something new: public parks that are also storm resistant. Nikki Battiste reports.
Tropical Storm Imelda hits Houston
A tropical storm is hitting America's fourth largest city. Imelda formed and intensified rapidly, targeting the Houston area with dangerous flash floods. WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn is tracking the forecast.
Imelda drenches parts of Texas
Flooding rain from Tropical Depression Imelda triggered emergencies overnight near the Gulf Coast of Texas. The storm spawned multiple tornadoes east of Houston Wednesday. The clean-up began shortly after the storm passed. Imelda has already dumped up to a foot of rain in Houston and up to 22 inches of rain has fallen overall. One town has seen roughly 20 inches of rain since Tuesday. Janet Shamlian reports.
Flood watches in effect for Texas & Louisiana
Flood watches are in effect for parts of Texas and Louisiana after Tropical Storm Imelda dumped heavy rainfall across the state. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN to discuss how people in the area are being impacted.
Imelda slams Texas with rain, tornadoes
Imelda, now a tropical depression, is dumping heavy rain and unleashing tornadoes in parts of Texas. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian joined CBSN AM with more on flood conditions in the area.
Tracking Tropical Depression Imelda
Rain from Tropical Depression Imelda slammed into parts of Texas and Louisiana, prompting flooding and road closures. WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn is tracking the storm.
"Mattress Mack" helps Texas flood victims
A popular Houston furniture store owner nicknamed "Mattress Mack" is letting flood victims stay in his warehouse – for free. This is not the first time he's opened his doors to people in need.
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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.
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
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Blanche: Immigrants who committed fraud to become U.S. citizens should worry
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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.
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Spencer Pratt compares his fledgling political career to Obama's national rise
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Federal judge finds DOGE's elimination of humanities grants "unlawful"
Three of the nation's major scholarly groups challenged the Trump administration's cuts to humanities grants.
U.S. trade court rules against Trump's 10% tariffs
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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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AI is as a top cause of layoffs, accounting for 26% of April's job cuts
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Snack mixes recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination
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That discount at the pharmacy counter may pack hidden costs
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5 states monitoring hantavirus ship passengers
After almost a full day of sailing, the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship is slowly closing in on its destination, about 600 nautical miles away from Spain's Canary Islands. Tom Hanson has more details, and Dr. Jon LaPook has more about the virus.
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.
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U.S. strikes 2 Iranian ports as American warships come under fire
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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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Exclusive preview of "I Will Find You"
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Documentary explores maternal healthcare
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
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Mother of missing woman in Bahamas speaks out
The search for Michigan mother Lynette Hooker headed into a fifth week as Coast Guard investigators seek to question the owners of a sailboat that was moored near the Hooker's vessel when she went missing. Cristian Benavides reports.
CBS News finds security gaps at Hilton Hotel
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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.
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Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
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