Puerto Rico struggles with jump in asthma cases post-Maria
Doctors on the island say they are seeing an alarming rise in the number and severity of asthma cases that they attribute to destruction caused by the deadly hurricane
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Hurricane Maria death toll
The Puerto Rican government lists the official death toll from Hurricane Maria at 64, but a Harvard study last month put the number at 4,645 and the Center for Investigative Journalism tallied 985 deaths. Quartz reporter Ana Campoy joins CBSN to discuss a recent investigation that found glaring inconsistencies in way deaths are counted.
Why prescription drug shortages are so costly
Chronic supply disruptions of some of the most basic treatments are another reason U.S. health care is so expensive
"Justice was served": Judge halts school closures in Puerto Rico
Plans to shutter 265 public schools across Puerto Rico have been temporarily derailed with a judge's order to stop the closure of at least nine institutions
David Begnaud at Puerto Rican Day Parade
Our very own David Begnaud was honored at the New York Puerto Rican Day Parade as a champion for his extensive reporting on the island during and after Hurricane Maria.
Puerto Rican Day Parade salutes hurricane heroes
The parade honored first responders and others who stepped up to help with emergency efforts
David Begnaud reflects on Hurricane Maria coverage
More than one million people are expected to attend this year's Puerto Rican Day Parade in New York City. The celebration is held as the island still struggles to recover from Hurricane Maria. CBS News' David Begnaud spoke with CBS New York's Dana Tyler about his time reporting on the island.
Hottest May on record
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration or NOAA said that this was the hottest May on record in U.S. history. This was due a to variety of factors. One was being that the jet stream was position more northerly than normal. This allowed a heat ridge to sit over the mid-western United States. A study has also come out that shows hurricanes are moving 10 percent slower. This means more storms like Harvey from August of 2017 which dumped a tremendous amount of rainfall.
Trump, first lady attend FEMA briefing
"We've never experienced so many large-scale disasters in such a short period of time," said Mr. Trump as he and first lady Melania Trump joined members of the Cabinet to receive a FEMA briefing ahead of the 2018 hurricane season. Watch the president's remarks.
Hard numbers: Trump approval rating and more
President Trump's approval rating among Republicans stands at 87 percent, and U.S. cable news outlets spent far more time covering the Roseanne Barr scandal than the report on deaths from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZERO Media, Alex Kliment, takes us through today's hard numbers.
Puerto Rico ordered to release hurricane-related death data
Government has 7 days to comply with the ruling, which responds to a lawsuit filed by CNN and Puerto Rico's Center for Investigative Journalism
Feeding Puerto Rico
José Andrés has some 30 popular restaurants across the United States, but he barely stepped foot in them after Hurricane Maria. He and an army of chefs and volunteers were serving the people in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico still recovering as hurricane season starts
Hurricane season officially started Friday, and Puerto Rico still hasn't fully recovered from September's Hurricane Maria. This week, the Puerto Rico Department of Health released new information on the number of deaths following Maria. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud reports from San Juan.
Puerto Rico braces for new hurricane season
Hurricane season officially began Friday, but Puerto Rico is still struggling to recover from last year's deadly Hurricane Maria. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joined CBSN from San Juan, Puerto Rico with the latest.
Puerto Rico agency sues government to obtain death data
The agency announced it has sued the U.S. territory's health department and demographic registry to obtain death data following Hurricane Maria
11,000 in Puerto Rico still without power
Hurricane season officially begins today, but thousands in Puerto Rico still haven't recovered from last year's Hurricane Maria. It could take another two months to fully restore power to more than 11,000 people who lost it more than eight months ago. David Begnaud reports from San Juan.
"Never forget us": Thousands in Puerto Rico still without power
If you land in San Juan, you'll find most people going about their lives -- but just outside the city, it's impossible to miss the misery
Hurricane Maria's death toll
A new study from Harvard University shows the death toll in Puerto Rico stemming from Hurricane Maria is far higher than previously thought. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud spoke with family members who lost loved ones after the storm. They say they believe Maria played a role in their deaths.
Official reveals new timeline for restoring power in Puerto Rico
"We all wish we were further along," CEO of Puerto Rico's Electric Power Authority said; more than 11,000 customers remain in the dark
Family members react to study showing shocking death toll from Hurricane Maria
A study by Harvard University found that the death toll in Puerto Rico stemming from Hurricane Maria is likely 70 times higher than official estimates
San Juan mayor on hurricane death toll study
A new Harvard University study estimates Puerto Rico's death toll from Hurricane Maria could be more than 70 times higher than reported. The study estimates more than 4,600 people died, but the official government death toll is 64. David Begnaud speaks with the San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz about the government response to the storm.
Puerto Rico hurricane death toll in thousands
Harvard University researchers say last year's death toll from Hurricane Maria is dramatically larger than reported. Published in the New England Journal of Medicine, the study estimates more than 4,600 people died in Puerto Rico. The official government death toll is 64. David Begnaud reports from San Juan.
Puerto Rico governor responds to shocking report on hurricane death toll
Harvard University study estimates the death toll from the storm is more than 4,600 while the official government toll is 64
Study: 4,600+ Puerto Rico hurricane deaths
The real death toll from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico is more than 70 times higher than officials claimed, according to a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud, who spent weeks in Puerto Rico reporting on the hurricane and its aftermath, joins CBSN to discuss the study.
Study: Maria likely killed 4,600 people – 70 times higher than official tally
Most deaths after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico are blamed on interruptions in medical care due to power outages and blocked or washed out roads, says a new report
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Some fliers may be able to bring water through TSA checkpoints soon, officials say
The TSA is not prepared to eliminate all liquid restrictions, and the existing rule limiting other carry-on liquids to 3.4 ounces remains in effect.
National Guardsman in D.C. as part of Trump crackdown on crime charged after pointing gun at colleague
Zion Mitchell, 21, was arrested earlier this month and faces firearms and assault charges after he admitted he pointed his gun at a fellow National Guard member.
Apple tech showcase today expected to unveil foldable iPhone
The tech giant is expected to reveal its first foldable iPhone, as well as the iPhone 18 and upgrades to other devices.
Teen rescued alive, 2 found dead after fishing boat capsizes off Alaska
A teen was found alive, clinging to a capsized fishing boat in the Bering Sea, after the vessel went missing over the weekend. Two other boaters were found dead.
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Apple tech showcase today expected to unveil foldable iPhone
The tech giant is expected to reveal its first foldable iPhone, as well as the iPhone 18 and upgrades to other devices.
Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
Trump administration to ban some Canadian motorcycles, dairy, alcohol
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
Apple event expected to debut foldable iPhone and new CEO John Ternus
Apple's Sept. 9 tech showcase is set to feature new CEO John Ternus unveiling its first foldable iPhone and the iPhone 18.
Bombardier caught in the crossfire of escalating U.S.-Canada feud
President Trump threatened to ban Bombardier sales in the U.S. as Canada's retaliatory tariffs take effect. Here's what to know about the aircraft maker.
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National Guardsman in D.C. as part of Trump crackdown on crime charged after pointing gun at colleague
Zion Mitchell, 21, was arrested earlier this month and faces firearms and assault charges after he admitted he pointed his gun at a fellow National Guard member.
12 key races that will determine who controls the Senate
Republicans are fighting to hold onto their majority in the Senate, where the GOP currently controls 53 seats. To take control, Democrats would need to net four seats in November's election.
Trump gave $45,000 gift to Natalie Harp, 2 other aides
A White House spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday that Mr. Trump "has a longstanding practice of giving Christmas gifts to people in his orbit."
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Don Jr.'s VC firm rejects Rep. Raskin's accusations of "insider political influence"
Rep. Jamie Raskin launched an investigation last month into the president's son's investment firm and its "almost clairvoyant" business moves.
Rhode Island's governor faces formidable primary opponent
The incumbent governor and the mayor of Providence may be ousted by their Democratic challengers.
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How donating blood could reveal clues about your own health
Amid a national blood supply crisis, Dr. Courtney Lawrence sat down with Norah O'Donnell to talk about donating blood, health myths and more.
A generation of kids suffers as Trump destabilizes immigrant families
Children in immigrant families are facing multiple health threats from President Trump's policies.
NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
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Netanyahu calls claim he was warned of Oct. 7 attack "malicious libel"
Israel's leader says a report claiming the UAE warned him in advance of Hamas' 2023 terror attack is politically motivated lies, but it's fueling fierce pre-election furor.
Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
"Exceptionally well-preserved" tomb of ancient judge found in Egypt
Many of the paintings in the tomb have retained their original colors despite spending more than 40 centuries buried beneath the desert sands, officials said.
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Oil tops $100 per barrel as U.S. and Iran launch new attacks
The price of crude oil hit a 15-week high after the U.S. said it blew up 5 more Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation from Tehran.
London police use tech to tackle masked phone snatchers
Police say fewer people in London are getting their phones stolen by criminals speeding by on bikes and mopeds thanks to a dedicated task force with an "eye in the sky."
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Alice Cooper, Joe Perry on Hollywood Vampires
Rock stars Alice Cooper and Joe Perry of Aerosmith formed the supergroup Hollywood Vampires. They join "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss how the band came together.
Insider details on New York Fasion Week
New York Fashion Week kicks off this week showing the Spring collections. Lauren Sherman has more on what to expect.
Busta Rhymes talks career and new album
Busta Rhymes sits down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new album, "Dillagence II," and J Dilla's legacy after the rapper's shocking death in 2006.
De Niro on 25 years of Tribeca Festival
Robert De Niro and his longtime business partner, Jane Rosenthal, join "CBS Mornings" to discuss founding the Tribeca Festival after the 9/11 attacks and a new Netflix documentary about the event, "Tribeca 25," which premieres Friday.
Stella Parton sits down with "CBS Mornings"
Stella Parton sits down with Gayle King for her first interview since her sister Dolly's death in late August. The full interview airs Thursday, Sept. 10, on "CBS Mornings."
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Apple tech showcase today expected to unveil foldable iPhone
The tech giant is expected to reveal its first foldable iPhone, as well as the iPhone 18 and upgrades to other devices.
Anthropic employee says AI could kill humans
Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon quit his job, alleging that neither Anthropic nor OpenAI is acting ethically and that the two tech giants are aware they are "gambling with our lives." CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more on what you need to know.
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.
Ex-Anthropic researcher warns about AI
A former Anthropic researcher who recently resigned spoke out on social media, saying he thinks the current rate of unchecked AI development could "kill us all." Jo Ling Kent reports.
Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Breaking down Lindsay Clancy attorney's plans
Kevin Reddington, Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney, sat down with "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday, where he said he plans to ask for the case to be thrown out. Caroline Polisi breaks down his statements.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer on her future
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer Kevin Reddington told "CBS Mornings" that he plans to file a motion for her case to be thrown out after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy's attorney says he will ask for case to be thrown out
Kevin Reddington, the lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, said he will present a motion to dismiss on Sept. 29 at a previously scheduled status hearing.
Lindsay Clancy trial juror speaks out
The high-profile murder trial of Lindsay Clancy ended in a mistrial after jurors could not come to a unanimous decision on the verdict. Now, one juror is speaking about what went on during deliberations. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Lindsay Clancy jurors speak out
Jurors from the Lindsay Clancy murder trial are speaking out after it was declared a mistrial last week. Shanelle Kaul reports.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Alice Cooper, Joe Perry on Hollywood Vampires
Rock stars Alice Cooper and Joe Perry of Aerosmith formed the supergroup Hollywood Vampires. They join "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss how the band came together.
O'Donnell on her blood donation routine
Norah O'Donnell is a frequent blood donor. She shares what she does before and after she gives blood and how she rewards herself.
Birthday flowers for 9/11 victims
Volunteers in New York City commemorate the birthdays of 9/11 victims with flowers. CBS News' Jarred Hill has more on this story.
Why oil prices are surging right now
Oil prices are up to over $100 a barrel as the war in Iran heats up and tensions simmer over Ukraine. The Wall Street Journal reporter David Uberti has more context.
Quitting could be great for you, author says
How do you know when to walk away from a bad situation? Author and former journalist Lindsay Crouse says knowing how to quit can be good for you.