Henk Ovink and the Dutch solution to flooding
The world's only water ambassador, appointed by the Netherlands, says damage from hurricanes could be lessened with the help of Dutch-innovated stormwater management
Hurricane Florence
Going Dutch to mitigate hurricane damage
With the recovery from Hurricane Florence underway, 60 Minutes examines how Henk Ovink and the Netherlands have revolutionized flood prevention techniques
Henk Ovink and the Dutch solution to flooding
The world's only water ambassador, appointed by the Netherlands, says damage from hurricanes could be lessened with the help of Dutch-innovated stormwater management
9/16: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," guest moderator John Dickerson reports on the impact of tropical depression Florence. He interviews FEMA Administrator Brock Long, Sen. Thom Tillis and Sen. Lindsey Graham. Plus, CBS News Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett discusses his new book, "Mr. Trump's Wild Ride."
Is climate change causing the world to end?
Author Jeff Nesbit says we're facing the end of the world as we know it unless we start addressing the causes of climate change. He sat down with Tanya Rivero for "Red and Blue" to discuss his new book "This Is the Way the World Ends: How Droughts and Die-offs, Heat Waves and Hurricanes Are Converging on America."
Ex-deputy gets 18 years after women drown in locked van
One of the victim's sons said the former deputy "will remember my mom by hearing her screams in the back of that van."
9/12: CBS Evening News
Hurricane Florence expected to pick up strength before making landfall; First responders from across the country gather in North Carolina ahead of Hurricane Florence.
9/13: CBS Evening News
Hurricane Florence could bring 40 inches of rain, 13-foot storm surge; A high school near Raleigh has turned into a haven for around 300 people and their pets ahead of Hurricane Florence. But officials hope even more people come to stay safe in the storm. CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano reports.
9/14: CBS Evening News
Florence wreaks havoc in North Carolina; Volunteer rescuers in North Carolina told to stand down
The Dutch Solution, Redemption, Fly Like An Eagle
How Dutch stormwater management could mitigate damage from hurricanes; then, meet a convicted felon who became a Georgetown law professor; and, how an Oklahoma woman learned to fly like an eagle in Mongolia
9/12/18: Red and Blue
Hurricane Florence approaches east coast; Both parties spending big to influence Supreme Court vote.
Sen. Merkley slams Trump over FEMA funding
Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, joined "Red and Blue" to discuss why he made public budget documents that show the Trump administration took nearly $10 million away from FEMA and other federal agencies apparently to help pay for immigration detention centers.
Henk Ovink and the Dutch solution to flooding
The world's only water ambassador, appointed by the Netherlands, says damage from hurricanes could be lessened with the help of Dutch-innovated stormwater management
Rewind: Venice's Project Moses
This week, 60 Minutes learns how Amsterdam is prepared for flooding. But what about the other city of canals?
9/12/18: CBSN Evening News
Dangerous hurricane to hit east coast; Apple unveils new products.
2017, 2018 were costliest ever years for natural disasters
Two straight years of fierce hurricanes, massive wildfires and flooding caused global losses of $650 billion
Ex-deputies charged in deaths of women who drowned in transport van
Authorities said the deputies were driving the women to a mental-health facility under a court order when their van was swept away by rising floodwaters
No point in listening to Khashoggi murder audio, John Bolton says
The White House held its first press briefing since Oct. 29
He opened his motel to families hit by flooding. Now he's a full-service good Samaritan
Jaret Hucks has given away about $50,000 worth of services
NAACP defends mother charged for son's death
The NAACP is speaking out in defense of a young mother from North Carolina who has been charged after her young son drowned in floodwaters from Hurricane Florence. She is accused of unlawfully driving around a barricade. CBS News correspondent DeMarco Morgan has the latest.
NAACP defends mom charged for son's death in hurricane floodwaters
Kaiden Lee was swept away in floodwaters after Hurricane Florence
Mother charged after 1-year-old son died in Hurricane Florence
20-year-old mom is charged with involuntary manslaughter and driving on a closed or unopened highway
S.C. deputies fired for deadly flood incident
Two South Carolina deputies who drove a transport van into Hurricane Florence floodwaters in an incident that led to the drowning death of two women inside were fired Wednesday, a sheriff's office announced.
Innkeeper opens doors after flooding
When Hurricane Florence hit South Carolina, many families were flooded out of their homes. Jarete Hucks, who owns the Midtown Inn and Cottages, decided to open his doors to those in need. Steve Hartman has his story "On The Road."
Dog survives nearly 2 weeks in flooded home
A dog in North Carolina floated on a couch in the middle of a flooded house for nearly two weeks in the aftermath of Hurricane Florence. After the storm, he was saved by the Humane Society of Missouri, which caught the rescue on camera.
Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
Trump lashes out at his own Supreme Court picks over tariff ruling
President Trump said he was "ashamed of certain members of the court" after the Supreme Court struck down most of his tariffs.
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Amex laments Epstein ties as files reveal hundreds of travel bookings
American Express tells CBS News it regrets having had Jeffrey Epstein as a client, as files reveal he used the company to book travel for multiple women or girls.
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Attorney claims Tony Gonzales coerced former aide into relationship
The staffer died by suicide in September after setting herself on fire.
No charges for Labor secretary's husband after being banned from building
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's husband was banned from the Labor Department building after agency employees alleged he had touched them inappropriately, sources said.
Who's weighing in as Trump considers military strikes on Iran?
President Trump says he's considering limited strikes against Iran as negotiations over its nuclear program are underway. Here are some of the figures talking with him about the decision.
Car-ramming at power substation near Las Vegas investigated as possible terrorism
The driver of the vehicle, a 23-year-old man from Albany, New York, had been reported missing and died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
Will Americans get refunds after Trump's tariffs were overturned by the Supreme Court?
While the Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration's emergency tariffs, experts said it could take years for businesses to get refunds.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi reveals she has cervical cancer
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
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Barry Manilow cancels more concerts amid recovery after cancer surgery
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi reveals she has cervical cancer
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
Car-ramming at power substation near Las Vegas investigated as possible terrorism
The driver of the vehicle, a 23-year-old man from Albany, New York, had been reported missing and died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
Nancy Guthrie investigators turn to genetic genealogy. It's worked in big cases before.
Investigators in the Nancy Guthrie case have turned to genetic genealogy as they try to make the most of potential DNA evidence.
Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu's advice for aspiring figure skaters
Alysa Liu stunned the skating world by retiring at age 16. Two years later, she returned to the ice, and now she's won gold at the Winter Olympics.
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Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
Will Americans get refunds after Trump's tariffs were overturned by the Supreme Court?
While the Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration's emergency tariffs, experts said it could take years for businesses to get refunds.
Fried rice sold at Trader Joe's recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall involves 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products shipped to Trader Joe's locations nationwide and to retailers in Canada.
The latest GDP data isn't as bad as it looks. Here's what to know.
A simple reason explains why U.S. economic growth seemed to hit a wall in the final three months of the year.
Walmart and other big companies say tariffs are forcing them to hike prices
Large U.S. retailers say the Trump administration tariffs are forcing them to hike customer prices to offset higher costs.
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Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
Who's weighing in as Trump considers military strikes on Iran?
President Trump says he's considering limited strikes against Iran as negotiations over its nuclear program are underway. Here are some of the figures talking with him about the decision.
Will Americans get refunds after Trump's tariffs were overturned by the Supreme Court?
While the Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration's emergency tariffs, experts said it could take years for businesses to get refunds.
Trump lashes out at his own Supreme Court picks over tariff ruling
President Trump said he was "ashamed of certain members of the court" after the Supreme Court struck down most of his tariffs.
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Attorney claims Tony Gonzales coerced former aide into relationship
The staffer died by suicide in September after setting herself on fire.
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Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
Moderna says FDA to review its flu vaccine after reversing course
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
FDA investigating Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa powder
Rosabella-brand moringa capsules could be linked to Salmonella cases in seven U.S. states, health officials said.
Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
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Top-ranked Canadian women upset by Sweden in curling semifinals
Sweden, which has won the women's curling competition three times since curling returned to the Olympic program in 1998, beat Canada 6-3.
U.S. men's hockey team crushes Slovakia, will face Canada in gold medal game
The U.S. men's hockey team will face Canada on Sunday for the gold medal. The U.S. men have not won gold in the Olympics since the "Miracle on Ice" team in 1980.
Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu's advice for aspiring figure skaters
Alysa Liu stunned the skating world by retiring at age 16. Two years later, she returned to the ice, and now she's won gold at the Winter Olympics.
Who's weighing in as Trump considers military strikes on Iran?
President Trump says he's considering limited strikes against Iran as negotiations over its nuclear program are underway. Here are some of the figures talking with him about the decision.
How advanced is Iran's nuclear program? Here's what we know.
President Trump is pressuring Iran to either curtail its nuclear program or face military strikes, after Iran amassed a large stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Here's what to know.
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Barry Manilow cancels more concerts amid recovery after cancer surgery
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi reveals she has cervical cancer
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
Mike White reflects on playing "Survivor"
"Survivor" returns next week for its 50th season and features fan favorite contestants, including "The White Lotus" creator Mike White. He reflects on his time on the reality competition show, saying, "everybody in my business wants the Oscar. It's like you losers like I wanna win Survivor."
"America's Next Top Model" winner describes "horrifying" docuseries allegations
"America's Next Top Model" winner Eva Marcille tells "CBS Mornings" that she "was gobsmacked" after watching behind-the-scenes moments from the reality competition show.
Hilary Duff on her return to music
Millennial icon Hilary Duff is out with new music for the first time in more than a decade. She spoke to Anthony Mason about her return to performing, the decision to open up about relationships in her music and life as a mother of four.
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Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
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.
Mark Zuckerberg grilled in court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Zuckerberg testifies at social media trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified Wednesday in a civil case over social media addiction allegations that skyrocketing social media use shows how people value the sites and it's not a strategy to keep users addicted. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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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.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
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.
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New Mexico AG reopens Epstein ranch probe
New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into activities at a ranch once owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more.
Possible act of terrorism outside Las Vegas
The FBI investigated a possible act of terrorism outside of Las Vegas on Friday. This came after a driver armed with guns and explosives attempted to ram his car into a power facility not far from the Hoover Dam. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Nancy Guthrie investigators turn to genetic genealogy. It's worked in big cases before.
Investigators in the Nancy Guthrie case have turned to genetic genealogy as they try to make the most of potential DNA evidence.
Police: Nancy Guthrie case hasn't gone cold
Investigators are combing through evidence and turning to commercial genealogy companies for DNA leads in the search for Nancy Guthrie, who was reported missing on Feb. 1. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Woman went on first date, never returns home
19-year-old college student Sade Robinson went on a first date in 2024 and never returned home. 48 Hours correspondent Anne-Marie Green previews "Sade Robinson and The Secret Beach."
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Cosmologist on UFO files
President Trump has ordered the release of all government documents related to aliens, UFOs and extraterrestrial life. It comes after former President Barack Obama addressed the topic earlier this week and said aliens are real, a statement which he later modified. CBS News contributor Janna Levin has more details.
NASA targets March 6 for Artemis II moonshot
A successful fueling test prompts NASA to press ahead toward a March 6 moonshot.
New NASA boss criticizes agency over Starliner
NASA's new boss blasted both Boeing and his own space agency for the botched Starliner flight that left two astronauts stuck in space for months.
NASA's new chief rebukes Boeing, space agency over problem-plagued Starliner mission
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were expecting to spend eight to 10 days in space. They ended up remaining in orbit for 286 days.
Artemis II moon rocket refueled in practice countdown setting stage for historic flight
Engineers were able to fully fuel NASA's Artemis II moon rocket without any signs of leaks like the ones that derailed an earlier dress rehearsal.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Port of Los Angeles leader on tariffs
The Port of Los Angeles, the nation's busiest port, which processes about a third of U.S. imports and exports, saw a 13% decline in January of this year, compared with the same period last year. Gene Seroka, executive director of the port, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
New Mexico AG reopens Epstein ranch probe
New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into activities at a ranch once owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more.
Bomb cyclone threatens East Coast with more winter weather
A fast-developing bomb cyclone is threatening the East Coast with yet another severe round of winter weather. CBS Boston chief meteorologist Eric Fisher has the forecast. Then, Tom Hanson has more about a violent tornado that touched down in southern Illinois.
Man's cat sanctuary naps help rescue expand impact
A retired teacher started volunteering to take care of cats at a sanctuary, but his mission quickly evolved to napping with them. Steve Hartman checks in seven years later about the viral moments have allowed them to help even more cats over the years.
White House orders release of UFO files
President Trump directed his administration to release files on UFOs and any "alien and extraterrestrial life." Mark Strassmann has details.