Maui wildfire search extends to ocean waters
Divers are searching a stretch of the Pacific Ocean off the Lahaina coastline for human remains. Several people had jumped into the water to escape the Aug. 8 wildfire as it spread. Ben Tracy reports.
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Divers are searching a stretch of the Pacific Ocean off the Lahaina coastline for human remains. Several people had jumped into the water to escape the Aug. 8 wildfire as it spread. Ben Tracy reports.
All of the homes on this portion of Front Street in Lahaina have been replaced with piles of ash and debris – except one that's nearly 100 years old. Here's how it survived the Maui wildfire.
Officials in Hawaii said Tuesday as many as 1,100 people remain unaccounted for after wildfires on Maui. Authorities will make public a list of the missing in the coming days. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has the latest from Lahaina.
At least 115 people have been confirmed dead and hundreds more are still missing two weeks after wildfires burned through Hawaii's Maui island. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has more on the latest recovery efforts.
Lahaina conflagration and Kula wildfires burned between $2.5 and $4 billion worth of insured properties, according to estimate.
The house "looks like it was photoshopped," the homeowner said, amid the piles of ash that surround it on Lahaina's famous Front Street after the Aug. 8 wildfire swept through.
As survivors of the Maui wildfires work to rebuild their lives and homes, some may be faced with something called "fire brain," cognitive and physical issues caused by breathing in tiny particles from wildfire smoke. Adam Brown, an associate professor of psychology at the New School, joined CBS News to discuss how these effects can appear weeks, months or even years after the fire.
An FBI official said that the number of people "reported unaccounted for" is somewhere between 1,000 and 1,100.
Maui County Mayor Richard Bessen is facing criticism over his response to the deadly wildfires, with some questioning how aware he and other officials were of the severity of the blazes. Meanwhile, search efforts continue as hundreds remain missing. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
President Biden visited Maui Monday for the first time since wildfires spread across the island two weeks ago, telling residents the community's reconstruction will follow their lead. Officials have confirmed at least 115 deaths with more than 800 people still missing. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
The president and first lady saw the destruction close up and met with responders in Lahaina amid criticism of the White House response to the catastrophic blaze.
President Biden is expected to meet with first responders and survivors as he visits Maui to survey the wildfire damage on Monday. Mr. Biden is also expected to speak about the more than 100 people who were killed in the fires, as recovery efforts continue for those still missing. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
At least 115 people were confirmed dead, Maui County said Monday.
President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden visited Maui on Monday to survey the damage caused by the deadly wildfires on the island. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports from Lahaina.
At least 114 people have been killed and hundreds remain missing after the wildfires this month in Hawaii, but there's also concern about how the fires will affect the coral reefs around Maui. Elizabeth Pickett, co-executive director of the Hawaii Wildlife Management Organization, joined CBS News to talk about the water pollution borne from the fire.
The fires that devastated Maui this month appear to be an example of a "compound disaster," meaning multiple factors were at play, according to reporting in The Washington Post. Global weather writer Scott Dance, the author of The Washington Post report, joined CBS News to discuss what some of those factors were.
President Biden is expected to meet survivors and survey damage when he and first lady Jill Biden visit the burned ruins of Maui Monday. At least 114 people were killed and hundreds remain missing after wildfires torched the Hawaiian island earlier this month. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Hawaii officials said Monday that 850 people are still missing in the wake of Maui wildfires.
People whose homes were destroyed in the Maui wildfires are worried they may never be able to return due to the high cost of living on the island. Meanwhile, the recovery effort may still take weeks, and an approaching storm could hinder the efforts. Lilia Luciano reports.
FEMA is expected to run out of funds as it responds to the Maui wildfires and the potential effects of Hurricane Hilary, the agency's leader said.
The island's emergency chief resigned last week after facing criticism for not sounding warning sirens to alert residents to evacuate.
Several hundred federal search and rescue personnel are using dozens of cadaver dogs to comb the Lahaina burn area for human remains.
On Thursday, Wells Fargo analysts issued a report saying that the state's primary power company is essentially worth zero dollars – pointing to the increasing death toll, property damage, pain and suffering in Maui.
A local boat captain in Lahaina is being hailed as a hero after she rescued two children from wildfires. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports on the captain's story and gives an update on search and recovery efforts across Maui.
The heavily-criticized head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency has resigned. Herman Andaya cited health reasons for stepping down a day after he rejected criticism for not activating warning sirens as the wildfire swept into Lahaina. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Iran attacks Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and a ship in the Strait of Hormuz as at least 3 U.S. forces are killed and dozens wounded in the escalating conflict.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, most of whom have returned to duty, U.S. officials said.
An appeals court denied former President Joe Biden's attempt to keep the Justice Department from giving a conservative think tank redacted transcripts and audio recordings of conversations with his biographer.
Arizona has traditionally been a red state, and six of its nine House representatives are Republicans.
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
Melinda French Gates talked about menopause and her philanthropic focus on women's health in the debut episode of Norah O'Donnell's "Healthful" podcast.
The recall affects certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles.
Melinda French Gates talked about menopause and her philanthropic focus on women's health in the debut episode of Norah O'Donnell's "Healthful" podcast.
The pilot, Kenneth Jouppi, argues that taking his 1969 Cessna would violate the Eighth Amendment's "Excessive Fines Clause."
A United Airlines employee appears to have been caught on video threatening to call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on a passenger last week at San Francisco International Airport.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
The recall affects certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer vehicles.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
The nation's largest recent cyclospora outbreak has put one of America's biggest produce suppliers under renewed scrutiny.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
About four in 10 workers aren't even aware they pay fees on their 401(k)s, research has found. Here's what to know.
A state appeals court has set aside convictions for two men involved in a 2020 plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
An appeals court denied former President Joe Biden's attempt to keep the Justice Department from giving a conservative think tank redacted transcripts and audio recordings of conversations with his biographer.
The pilot, Kenneth Jouppi, argues that taking his 1969 Cessna would violate the Eighth Amendment's "Excessive Fines Clause."
Arizona has traditionally been a red state, and six of its nine House representatives are Republicans.
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
Melinda French Gates talked about menopause and her philanthropic focus on women's health in the debut episode of Norah O'Donnell's "Healthful" podcast.
Melinda French Gates recalled to Norah O'Donnell on "Healthful" that she started getting perimenopause symptoms in her early 40s. "I kind of couldn't believe it because I just finished having my last child in my late 30s," French Gates said. French Gates added it took three doctors to diagnose her symptoms and to get her the right treatments.
The FDA says Taylor Farms lettuce is still the focus of their ongoing cyclospora investigation, despite a false positive test announced Sunday. Carter Evans reports.
Prisoners with severe medical conditions can be granted compassionate release, but without a long-term care facility willing to accept them, many continue to wait in prison as their conditions worsen.
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
A man stabbed two tourists near the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece's top tourist attraction, police said.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, U.S. officials said.
The death of a Moroccan man as he was detained by Italian police in Bologna has sparked anger and a formal investigation.
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the U.K., where they face rape and sex trafficking charges.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
A judge has granted a temporary restraining order to temporarily block the Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery merger from happening. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News.
"The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries, pulled in more than $260 million worldwide over the weekend.
Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan talks about his latest movie, "The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries. He tells "CBS Mornings" about what it was like working with the star-studded cast and challenges faced when creating the film.
"The Odyssey" raked in more than $264 million worldwide over the weekend. A majority of ticket buyers cited director Christopher Nolan as their primary reason for seeing the movie, according to PostTrack, a film industry research service. Adriana Diaz reports.
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An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
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 York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
A former U.S. Army soldier is in custody after allegedly starting a fire and setting off fireworks in front of a federal building in New York City on Monday. The building houses dozens of agencies, including the FBI and ICE. Tom Hanson reports.
A state appeals court has set aside convictions for two men involved in a 2020 plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
A man stabbed two tourists near the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece's top tourist attraction, police said.
Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in court in Miami on Monday as they fight an extradition request from the UK over new sex crime-related charges. Cristian Benavides reports from Miami.
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared before a judge in Miami on Monday as British prosecutors seek extradition of the pair to face dozens of sex-related charges. Cristian Benavides has more.
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Family and friends in Mississippi gathered to remember the life of Nolan Wells two weeks after the 18-year-old's mysterious death. Skyler Henry reports.
The Gulf Coast is bracing for heavy wind and rain from Tropical Storm Bertha. CBS News' Lana Zak reports on the storm's forecast.
A former U.S. Army soldier is in custody after allegedly starting a fire and setting off fireworks in front of a federal building in New York City on Monday. The building houses dozens of agencies, including the FBI and ICE. Tom Hanson reports.
The FDA said on Monday its investigation into the source of the cyclospora outbreak continues "to converge on shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms locations in central Mexico." It comes after the agency said on Sunday the lettuce sample tested from Taylor Farms was a false positive. Carter Evans has more.
President Trump has signed an order imposing new 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods from cement to wine and dairy products. They are set to take effect Aug. 19. Nancy Cordes reports.