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."
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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
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
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
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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 mom charged for son's death in hurricane floodwaters
Kaiden Lee was swept away in floodwaters after Hurricane Florence
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.
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 rescued after spending a week floating on couch in flooded home after hurricane
Humane Society of Missouri had a hard time finding the Maltese, but once they did, he was ecstatic to be rescued
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.
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."
National Guardsmen waved van around barricade before 2 drowned
Two women being taken to a South Carolina mental health facility during Florence drowned inside van
"A bad science fiction movie": Large, aggressive mosquitoes swarm city after Florence
The state has 61 mosquito species, and "when the flood comes, we get many, many billions of them," professor says
Charges dropped against woman who housed animals during Florence
During Hurricane Florence, Tammie Hedges housed 10 dogs and 17 cats in a warehouse that she was in the process of converting into a shelter
Florence the second-rainiest U.S. storm in 70 years, meteorologist says
Only Hurricane Harvey rained more over a 14,000 square-mile area during a four-day time period
Flooding envelops South Carolina homes as Florence death toll rises
The Waccamaw River, which floods at 11 feet, was expected to crest on Wednesday at 21.7 feet
Florence's final act: Record flooding likely on South Carolina coast
South Carolina's Georgetown County has recommended almost 8,000 people leave their homes -- more than 10 percent of the population
Florence crippled electricity and coal -- solar and wind were back the next day
Renewable energy advocates say it is less vulnerable to severe storms than traditional electric utilities
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
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At least 6 killed in shooting at Illinois parade; person of interest in custody
A person of interest was arrested more than eight hours after the shooting following a brief vehicle pursuit.
Cheney says Jan. 6 committee could make criminal referral for Trump
Committee members say new information is coming to light following Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony.
Family calls for justice, peace after fatal police shooting video released
A preliminary medical report says Walker, who was unarmed at the time of the shooting, had more than 60 gunshot wounds.
U.S. says shot that killed journalist was likely fired from Israeli positions
U.S. officials say they have concluded that gunfire from Israeli positions likely killed Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh but that there was "no reason to believe" her shooting was intentional.
Teen will lose her leg after shark attack in Florida
Addison Bethea was scalloping along the gulf coast with her older brother, a firefighter, when a 9-foot-long shark latched onto her thigh.
At least 14 hikers still missing as death toll rises after glacier collapse in Italy
At least seven hikers were killed in the devastating avalanche, while eight people suffered injuries and 14 others remained missing Monday.
Chaos at U.S. airports as airlines cancel thousands of flights
Millions of travelers packed into airports over the holiday weekend, and many were met with chaos as thousands of flights were delayed or cancelled.
Copenhagen mall shooting motive likely not terrorism, police say
Authorities filed preliminary charges of murder and attempted murder against a 22-year-old Danish man.
Brittney Griner writes letter to Biden from Russian prison
A handwritten letter from Brittney Griner was delivered to the White House on the Fourth of July.
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At least 6 killed in shooting at Illinois parade; person of interest in custody
A person of interest was arrested more than eight hours after the shooting following a brief vehicle pursuit.
Major cities cancel July 4 fireworks amid fire fears, supply chain issues
Some cities are choosing to illuminate the night sky with drones or laser beams instead.
Small business hit with back rent demands amid high inflation
"I needed $10,000 in 15 days," said décor shop owner in Texas who took out several loans in order to pay rent on time.
Teen will lose her leg after shark attack in Florida
Addison Bethea was scalloping along the gulf coast with her older brother, a firefighter, when a 9-foot-long shark latched onto her thigh.
Amber Heard asks to throw out trial verdict, cites vetting of juror
Heard's lawyers argued that the verdict was not supported by the evidence and that one of the jurors may not have been properly vetted by the court.
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Small business hit with back rent demands amid high inflation
"I needed $10,000 in 15 days," said décor shop owner in Texas who took out several loans in order to pay rent on time.
End of Roe ushers in new era of "rage" funding on both sides
Donations are pouring in to nonprofit groups in what experts call an example of "rage giving."
Bezos slams White House for telling gas stations to cut prices
The Amazon.com founder claims Biden is either relying on "misdirection or a deep misunderstanding of basic market dynamics."
A common retirement strategy can erode your savings: watchdog
Workers who move 401(k)s into IRAs can lose significant money to a choice they didn't have to make, new analysis shows.
Venice to impose fee on day-trippers to preserve historic city
In January, same-day tourists will be required to make reservations and pay to visit the historic lagoon city.
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California's Newsom to Floridans in new ad: "Join us"
Gov. Gavin Newsom is running for reelection in California, but his latest television ad is airing in Florida.
Cheney says Jan. 6 committee could make criminal referral for Trump
Committee members say new information is coming to light following Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony.
Last WWII Medal of Honor recipient to lie in honor at U.S. Capitol
Williams, a retired U.S. Marine Corps officer and the last living medal of honor recipient from World War II, died Wednesday at 98 years old.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on June 26, 2022
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Rep. Adam Schiff join Margaret Brennan.
Racial disparity in maternal deaths "one of the biggest challenges," expert says
"We see that as a top of the iceberg of poor health in women and poor health in Black women," Dr. Henning Tiemeier told "Face the Nation."
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Juvenile arthritis or growing pains?
Dr. Karen Onel, pediatric rheumatology chief, explains symptoms of stiffness and joint swelling to look for in children.
Racial disparity in maternal deaths "one of the biggest challenges," expert says
"We see that as a top of the iceberg of poor health in women and poor health in Black women," Dr. Henning Tiemeier told "Face the Nation."
Texas Supreme Court blocks order that resumed abortions
The Texas Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court order that allowed some abortions to resume.
Jet fuel leak poisons drinking water in Hawaii
Thousands of Navy families living near Pearl Harbor have been poisoned after a jet fuel leak contaminated the tap water system. Investigations revealed a failure of leadership and oversight as the cause of this dangerous incident. David Martin has more.
1 dead in listeria outbreak linked to Florida
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating the source of a recent outbreak of listeria. One person has died and nearly two dozen have been hospitalized. All of the patients either reside in or traveled to Florida before becoming sick.
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Copenhagen mall shooting motive likely not terrorism, police say
Authorities filed preliminary charges of murder and attempted murder against a 22-year-old Danish man.
Brittney Griner writes letter to Biden from Russian prison
A handwritten letter from Brittney Griner was delivered to the White House on the Fourth of July.
At least 14 hikers still missing as death toll rises after glacier collapse in Italy
At least seven hikers were killed in the devastating avalanche, while eight people suffered injuries and 14 others remained missing Monday.
U.S. says shot that killed journalist was likely fired from Israeli positions
U.S. officials say they have concluded that gunfire from Israeli positions likely killed Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh but that there was "no reason to believe" her shooting was intentional.
How the "American Woman" guitar got back to its owner 46 years later
CBS News hears the unlikely story of how rock star Randy Bachman's got his favorite guitar back from the man himself, and the two others who made it happen.
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How the "American Woman" guitar got back to its owner 46 years later
CBS News hears the unlikely story of how rock star Randy Bachman's got his favorite guitar back from the man himself, and the two others who made it happen.
Venice to impose fee on day-trippers to preserve historic city
In January, same-day tourists will be required to make reservations and pay to visit the historic lagoon city.
Randy Bachman's 1976 stolen guitar returned
Randy Bachman made hits like "American Woman" and "Takin' Care of Business" on a pumpkin orange 1957 Gretsch, a guitar he'd bought with savings as a teenager. But the instrument that the founding member of The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive had learned to play on was stolen in 1976. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer speaks with Bachman and the sleuth that tracked down his long lost guitar.
Blockbuster movies to see this summer
Fandango's managing editor Erik Davis joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the exciting movies premiering this summer and to share his top recommendations.
Ricky Martin hit with restraining order, says claims "completely false"
The singer thanked supporters for their "innumerable gestures of solidarity" as reports suggested a relationship gone wrong.
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Voyager Digital suspends crypto trading
Digital asset brokerage company Voyager Digital is the latest casualty of the cryptocurrency meltdown. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Anne-Marie Green to discuss what this means for investors.
Google to delete location history for visits to abortion clinics
Visits to counseling centers, fertility centers, addiction treatment facilities, weight loss clinics and cosmetic surgery clinics will also be erased from users' location histories.
FCC wants TikTok removed from app stores
FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr has issued an order for Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their app stores, citing a pattern of surreptitious data storage and access. The FCC gave Apple and Google until July 8 to respond. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins anchors Tanya Rivero and Nikki Battiste to explain the controversy.
Big Tech faces pressure on abortion cases
Tech companies are facing numerous questions on whether they will cooperate with law enforcement officials who may seek to prosecute abortions where the procedure is now banned. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has more on the pressures these companies are facing, including from their own employees.
Summer gadgets to help you stay cool
CNET editorial director Dan Ackerman joins "CBS Mornings" to share innovative technology that can help families beat the heat and save money this summer.
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"Engine Trouble": How greenhouse gases threaten our world
The Supreme Court's ruling on Thursday limiting the Environmental Protection Agency's ability to strictly regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants makes the effort to counter climate change much more difficult. In this "CBS Sunday Morning" video essay, writer and narrator Robert Krulwich explains why rising levels of carbon dioxide in our air since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution pose an existential threat to us and our planet. Based on the work of Aatish Bhatia. Animation directed and designed by Nate Milton. Music by Buck St. Thomas.
New York denies permit renewal for bitcoin mining company
State officials said Greenidge Generation's mine is a threat to New York's climate goals. A Greenidge spokesperson says, "It simply would not."
2022 wildfire season sparks to life
Dozens of wildfires were burning across the nation this week. Climate change is making these fires more frequent and intense, and the crews that fight them are feeling the toll. CBS News’ Ben Tracy sat down with Kelly Martin, president of the Grassroots Wildland Firefighters Association, to talk about what these brave firefighters go through.
Another giant African snail sighting forces Florida county into quarantine
Florida officials confirmed the recurrence of an invasive snail species that destroys wildlife and poses serious threats to human health.
West seeing "biblical" explosions of Mormon crickets and grasshoppers
Drought and warming temperatures - conditions favored by the insects - have fanned the outbreaks.
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At least 6 killed in shooting at Illinois parade; person of interest in custody
A person of interest was arrested more than eight hours after the shooting following a brief vehicle pursuit.
"Very active investigation" of parade shooting
Law enforcement officials in Highland Park, Illinois, provided an update on the investigation after a shooting at the Fourth of July parade. At least six people were killed and about two dozen wounded, some critically. Officials said the gunman is still on the loose, and people in the area are being advised to shelter in place. Watch the full briefing.
Police: 6 killed in July 4th parade shooting
Law enforcement officials and the mayor in Highland Park, Illinois, held a news conference after a gunman opened fire at a Fourth of July parade, killing at least 6 people and leaving two dozen injured. The suspect is still being sought. Watch the briefing here.
Woman who killed pimp in 1994 pardoned by California governor
It's the final step in an official redemption that has spanned more than a decade and three governors of both political parties.
Daughter of slain reporter dies of wounds from attack that killed her dad
Cinthya de la Cruz Martínez, 23, was with her father in the vehicle and was also shot.
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Atlas 5 launches early warning testbed satellite
New infrared sensor technology is designed to improve detection of ballistic and hypersonic weapons.
SpaceX launches SES communications satellite
The SES-22 relay station is the first of six new satellites that will deliver TV, radio and data across the U.S.
First Mexican-born woman to go to space describes "fascinating" journey
"Seeing the Earth from the outside ... it really puts things into perspective," Katya Echazarreta said.
55-pound spacecraft heads to moon to test "halo" orbit for NASA
The solar-powered microwave oven-sized craft is a key part of the agency's Artemis moon program.
NASA delays Psyche asteroid mission
Depending on the results of an independent review, budget impacts and other factors, the Psyche mission could face cancellation.
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Eye on America: School safety, and more
We go inside one New Jersey school that's raising the bar to keep children safe. And a look back on history, we meet with a civil rights activist reflecting on a famous sit-in in Mississippi. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
Reporter witnessed Illinois parade shooting
Lynn Sweet, the Washington bureau chief for the Chicago Sun-Times, was at the Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, when a gunman opened fire. She joined CBS News' Lana Zak to talk about what she witnessed.
Police video released in Jayland Walker shooting
Protests bubbled over Sunday night following the release of police body cam footage showing the pursuit and killing of 25-year-old Jayland Walker after a traffic stop. Walker, a Black man, was shot up to 60 times by police after what Akron, Ohio police say was a car chase then foot pursuit. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston joined Anne-Marie Green from Akron, Ohio with a detailed report.
The TikTok generation's favorite baseball team
The Savannah Bananas are messing with baseball's rich traditions, becoming a viral video sensation. Kris Van Cleave shares more on the team turning baseball into a circus.
Jan. 6 panel weighs Trump criminal referral
The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol is talking publicly about the possibility it will recommend the first-ever prosecution of a former president. Meanwhile, CBS News has learned that Donald Trump has told allies he's considering announcing a 2024 presidential bid early. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.