An autistic 7-year-old boy is being hailed as a hero for helping to save his mom after a frightening fall
An autistic 7-year-old boy is being hailed as a hero for helping to save his mom after a frightening fall. WKMG's Shaun Chaiyabhat reports.
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More than 27 million people tuned in for the final episode
More than 27 million people tuned in for the final episode of "The Golden Girls" 22 years ago today. Gayle King reports.
Gayle King reports on new surveillance video showing one of the residents buying $650 worth of fireworks and several gas cans before the fire
Authorities in Tampa, Fla., are working to confirm the identities of four people found shot dead in a mansion fire. Gayle King reports on new surveillance video showing one of the residents buying $650 worth of fireworks and several gas cans before the fire.
Miami Beach has started construction on underground pumping stations to protect the city from flooding caused by rising sea levels and extreme storms
Miami Beach has started construction on underground pumping stations to protect the city from flooding caused by rising sea levels and extreme storms. By the year 2100 the sea level could rise as much as four feet in parts of Florida. Some scientific models predict most of Miami Beach could be under water. Vicente Arenas reports.
A group of treasure hunters recovered more than 60 pounds of gold, valued at more than $1 million, from a sunken ship
A group of Florida treasure hunters recovered more than 60 pounds of gold, valued at more than $1 million, from a sunken ship 160 miles off the coast of South Carolina. Vicente Arenas reports.
Investigators say Fort Myers Beach, Fla., rental owner captured 38 potential victims on hidden cameras
Police say 53-year-old Robert Moore used hidden cameras to collect more than 4,000 video clips of unsuspecting tourists renting his Fort Myers Beach, Fla., home. WINK-TV's Andrew Scheinthal reports.
Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., touts a Republican bill that would stiffen penalties against Russia for meddling in Eastern Europe
Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., touts a Republican bill that would stiffen penalties against Russia for meddling in Eastern Europe and provide the Ukrainian government with defensive military assistance.
Donors spooked by N.J. Gov. Christie's "bridgegate" scandal are giving former Fla. Gov. Jeb Bush another look, but don't count Christie out
CBSNews.com Executive Washington Editor Steve Chaggaris talks with RealClearPolitics National Political Reporter Scott Conroy about former Gov. Jeb Bush, R-Fla., Gov. Chris Christie, R-N.J., and the battle for the heart of the GOP establishment in 2016.
Mar-a-Lago partially closed due to COVID-19 outbreak
An email to club members said that some of the club's staff members tested positive for COVID-19.
Officials are looking into the cause of a deadly explosion at a jail in Pensacola, Fla.
Officials are looking into the cause of a deadly explosion at a jail in Pensacola, Fla. Two inmates are dead, and 150 inmates and corrections officers are hurt. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports from outside the jail.
In Pensacola, Fla., one of the hardest-hit cities by storms, a deadly explosion that may be flooding-related leveled part of the county jail overnight
In Pensacola, Fla., one of the hardest-hit cities by storms, a deadly explosion that may be flooding-related leveled part of the county jail overnight. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports from the scene where the blast killed two people and injured more than 100 inmates and guards.
More than 24 hours of relentless rainfalls have caused roads to become so saturated that they have collapsed
More than 24 hours of relentless rainfalls have caused roads to become so saturated that they have collapsed. The governor of Florida has declared a state of emergency in 26 counties. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports. Drone footage courtesy of www.birdeye-productions.com.
In 24 hours, 24 inches of rain fell in parts of Pensacola, where flash flooding washed away roads and bridges
In 24 hours, 24 inches of rain fell in parts of Pensacola, where flash flooding washed away roads and bridges. Florida's governor declared a state of emergency in 26 counties, and more than 300 911 callers requested evacuations. Mark Strassmann reports.
Floodwaters are on the rise from coastal Alabama to the Florida Panhandle, with the water so high in some places that residents are taking shelter in their attics
Floodwaters are on the rise from coastal Alabama to the Florida Panhandle, with the water so high in some places that residents are taking shelter in their attics. Pensacola, Fla., was hit especially hard, getting 22 inches of rain in 24 hours. Adriana Diaz reports.
Flash flooding left homes and cars underwater in Pensacola, Fla. - which saw more than a foot-and-a-half of rain in 24 hours
Flash flooding left homes and cars underwater in Pensacola, Fla. - which saw more than a foot-and-a-half of rain in 24 hours. Blake Brown, of Mobile, Ala., affiliate WKRG reports.
Vincente Arenas reports on the 18-year-old who may be the tallest high school athlete in the country
A video of a giant Florida basketball player has more than 3.5 million online views -- and it was posted only three weeks ago. Vincente Arenas reports on the 18-year-old who may be the tallest high school athlete in the country.
A loud boom was heard on an American Airlines flight and those on board smelled smoke Thursday night
A loud boom was heard on an American Airlines flight and those on board smelled smoke Thursday night. The plane made an emergency landing in Tampa, Fla. Norah O'Donnell reports.
A Florida NICU nurse had to teach her husband how to deliver a baby when their daughter was born on the way to the hospital
A Florida NICU nurse had to teach her husband how to deliver a baby when their daughter was born on the way to the hospital. Paramedics arrived after the baby was born in her mother and father's car.
With much of the country prone to sinkholes, NASA is lending a hand, using cutting-edge technology to help predict sinkholes
With much of the country prone to sinkholes, NASA is lending a hand, using cutting-edge technology to help predict sinkholes. CBS News' Vicente Arenas reports.
Sinkhole re-opens in Florida neighborhood
A sinkhole between two houses in "The Villages" retirement community in central Florida re-opened Wednesday after being plugged up over the weekend. Scott Pelley reports.
31 endangered sea turtles were released back into the wild at Little Talbot Island near Jacksonville, Fla.
It was an extra special Earth Day for 31 endangered sea turtles which were released back into the wild at Little Talbot Island near Jacksonville, Fla. The animals had spent months in rehabilitation at New England Aquarium's rescue center, being treated for hypothermia.
WKMG's Erika Rakow reports on the sinkhole, which measures 25 feet wide and 50 feet deep
Engineers and geologists are busy filling up a sinkhole in Orlando, Florida, with cement. WKMG's Erika Rakow reports on the sinkhole, which measures 25 feet wide and 50 feet deep.
Private spaceflight company SpaceX launches its third official Dragon cargo run to the International Space Station from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida
Private spaceflight company SpaceX launches its third official Dragon cargo run to the International Space Station from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida. The company's Dragon capsule is expected to deliver about 5,000 pounds of food, supplies and experiments.
Gayle King reports on the newly released 911 calls from the attack
The hunt for bears continues in Orlando, Fla., following the attack on one woman, Terri Frana, in her suburban neighborhood. Gayle King reports on the newly released 911 calls from the attack.
Fla. daycare hit-and-run suspect speaks out in hearing
The man accused of running a car into a Fla. daycare center, killing a 4-year-old girl, faced a judge for the second time in four days. Bond was set at $100,000. WKMG's Nicole Pesecky reports.
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Funding fight turns to the House as lawmakers look to avoid lengthy shutdown
The House is back in Washington on Monday to begin considering a revised funding package to end the partial government shutdown.
Disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom being investigated as a crime
Authorities in the Tucson, Arizona, area are searching for the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who has been reported missing.
Trump lowers tariffs on India, saying Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil
President Trump announced that he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to a trade deal that will lower tariffs and halt India's purchase of Russian oil.
Judicial misconduct complaint against Judge James Boasberg dismissed
President Trump has attacked U.S. District Judge James Boasberg for his decisions against the administration in a case involving the summary removals of Venezuelan migrants to a Salvadoran prison.
Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow on Groundhog Day 2026
Punxsutawney Phil looked for his shadow during the 2026 Groundhog Day ceremony.
Trump launching $12 billion stockpile of rare earth minerals
President Trump is launching a $12 billion stockpile of critical and rare earth minerals, a White House official said.
Gold and silver prices are falling after their meteoric rise. Here's why.
Several factors are weighing on the value of gold and silver after the precious metals ascended to record highs last week.
Arizona college student dies after fraternity rush event; 3 arrested
An 18-year-old student at Northern Arizona University died after a fraternity rush event, police said. Three students were arrested and charged with hazing.
NASA fueling test sets stage for Artemis II moonshot mission
If the fueling test goes well, the Artemis II flight around the moon and back could take off as early as Feb. 8.
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Ed Martin removed from role as weaponization czar at Justice Dept., sources say
Martin was tapped to lead the Weaponization Working Group after he failed to win enough support from the Senate to be confirmed as D.C.'s U.S. attorney.
Trump says he wants proposed arch to be world's "biggest"
The proposed site is situated along a flight path for nearby Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia.
Trump lowers tariffs on India, saying Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil
President Trump announced that he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to a trade deal that will lower tariffs and halt India's purchase of Russian oil.
This week's jobs report will be delayed by government shutdown
The latest partial government shutdown is disrupting the release of closely watched economic data.
Gold and silver prices are slumping after their meteoric rise. Here's why.
Several factors are weighing on the value of gold and silver after the precious metals ascended to record highs last week.
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This week's jobs report will be delayed by government shutdown
The latest partial government shutdown is disrupting the release of closely watched economic data.
Gold and silver prices are slumping after their meteoric rise. Here's why.
Several factors are weighing on the value of gold and silver after the precious metals ascended to record highs last week.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Trump nominates government economist to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
President Trump says he is nominating the government economist Brett Matsumoto to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Ed Martin removed from role as weaponization czar at Justice Dept., sources say
Martin was tapped to lead the Weaponization Working Group after he failed to win enough support from the Senate to be confirmed as D.C.'s U.S. attorney.
Trump says he wants proposed arch to be world's "biggest"
The proposed site is situated along a flight path for nearby Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia.
Trump lowers tariffs on India, saying Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil
President Trump announced that he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to a trade deal that will lower tariffs and halt India's purchase of Russian oil.
Trump launching $12 billion stockpile of rare earth minerals
President Trump is launching a $12 billion stockpile of critical and rare earth minerals, a White House official said.
Judicial misconduct complaint against Judge James Boasberg dismissed
President Trump has attacked U.S. District Judge James Boasberg for his decisions against the administration in a case involving the summary removals of Venezuelan migrants to a Salvadoran prison.
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5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
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Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
A cop thought he had a muscle cramp. He ended up fighting for his life.
Sgt. Chris Johnson was told that his heart condition had nearly been "instantly fatal." Rapid medical care and rigorous therapy helped him recover.
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Trump lowers tariffs on India, saying Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil
President Trump announced that he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to a trade deal that will lower tariffs and halt India's purchase of Russian oil.
Elephant kills tourist in Thailand, 3rd fatality linked to same animal
The victim's wife managed to escape after park rangers scared the animal away, officials said.
Norwegian princess' son accused of assault ahead of trial on rape charges
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son hit with new criminal charges as she apologizes for "poor judgment" over Epstein ties.
U.K. military says "rogue drone" incidents near bases doubled last year
The British government is seeking new powers for troops as sightings of "rogue drones" around military bases doubled amid tension with Russia.
Aunt, cousin of Mexico's education secretary killed in their home
Authorities said officers killed three suspects in the shooting of two women, whom Secretary of Public Education Mario Delgado later identified as his aunt and cousin.
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Behind-the-scenes on the Grammys red carpet
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke to Grammy nominees, winners and other stars on the award show red carpet.
Highlights from the Grammy Awards
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King breaks down the big winners and special moments from Sunday's Grammy Awards.
Stars remember and honor Catherine O'Hara
Tributes have poured in for actor Catherine O'Hara, who died Friday at the age of 71. Macaulay Culkin, who starred in "Home Alone" as O'Hara's son, wrote, "Mama, I thought we had time. I wanted more, but I had so much more to say - I love you." Vlad Duthiers reports.
Bad Bunny wins Album of the Year at Grammys
Bad Bunny took home the top prize at the Grammy Awards -- Album of the Year -- as Kendrick Lamar also won big with five awards. Meanwhile, many artists at the awards show wore "ICE out" pins and called for love and hope in their speeches.
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How the gramophone changed music
While Thomas Edison's cylinders were the first to play recorded sound, they were impractical – leading Emile Berliner to come up with a better way to play music: The gramophone, invented in 1887, which played flat discs. Jane Pauley reports.
Uber looks to cash in on self-driving cars — but not by driving them
The rideshare company is getting into the business of providing real-world driving data to autonomous vehicle developers. Here's why.
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.
New AI features for Gmail users
This month, Google launched a suite of new features for Gmail. Google's AI assistant, Gemini, can now filter through junk, summarize an inbox and even help users write emails. Blake Barnes, Gmail vice president of product, joins CBS News to discuss.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest details on Savannah Guthrie's mom
Authorities said Monday they are investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie, as a crime. CBS News senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has the latest.
Details of Las Vegas lab raid
Authorities raided a suspected homemade biological lab in Las Vegas, Nevada, over the weekend, which investigators say could be linked to a similar 2023 case in California. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Elon Musk reacts to latest Epstein files drop
Emails apparently exchanged between Jeffrey Epstein and Elon Musk are part of the latest batch of files released by the Justice Department. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Musk, Lutnick appear in latest Epstein files
Members of President Trump's inner circle appear in the latest batch of files released by the Justice Department related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Ex-Prince Andrew in Epstein files latest drop
The latest documents released by the Justice Department related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation include images of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, as the ex-prince is now known. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
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NASA fueling test sets stage for Artemis II moonshot mission
If the fueling test goes well, the Artemis II flight around the moon and back could take off as early as Feb. 8.
Inside NASA's Artemis II mission
Artemis II echoes the Apollo-era missions that paved the way for the first moon landing — and sets the stage for what comes next.
After more than 50 years, NASA astronauts are going back to the moon
More than 50 years after NASA's last human mission to the moon, four astronauts, three Americans and a Canadian, are set for the 10-day Artemis II mission to the far side of the moon.
Moon rocket fueling test on tap to clear way for launch
If the countdown and fueling test go well, four astronauts will set their sights on a Super Bowl Sunday launch to the moon.
NASA's Artemis II slated to be a series of firsts
Extreme cold has forced NASA to reschedule its next moon mission. On Saturday, the massive Artemis II rocket stands on launch pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Center. Like Apollo 8 in 1968, it won't land on the lunar surface. Mark Strassmann has more on why the latest mission is considered groundbreaking.
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Approval process for Trump's Kennedy Center plans
President Trump announced Sunday night that the Kennedy Center would close for two years to undergo renovations. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Trump reacts to latest Epstein files release
President Trump has responded following the Justice Department's release last Friday of a massive trove of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Bomb cyclone brings record cold to southeast
The southeast United States have been locked in brutal cold temperatures for days. CBS News' Dave Malkoff has a report from North Carolina and meteorologist Zoe Mintz has a look at the forecast.
Trump: Indian PM to stop buying Russian oil
President Trump said Monday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
Breaking down the budget fight in the House
The House is back in session Monday to consider a revised funding package to end the partial government shutdown that began over the weekend. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.