"Life-threatening inundation" feared from Matthew on SE coast
Weaker but still powerful Category 3 hurricane pounding Florida; hundreds of thousands without power
Hurricane Matthew
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Governor won't extend Florida voter registration because of hurricane
The Florida governor denied the Clinton campaign's request for an extension to the state's voter registration deadline
Florida governor: We can't "save you in the middle of the storm"
Governor says the state has been prepared for Hurricane Matthew, but urges everybody to "take care of yourselves"
Trump, Clinton weigh in on Hurricane Matthew as storm batters Florida
The hurricane will not delay Sunday’s town hall debate at Washington University in St. Louis
Hurricane Matthew kills hundreds in Haiti, batters the Bahamas
The Caribbean has begun cleaning up after the destruction, but the injured and displaced in Haiti are in short supply of food, water and medicine
Thousands in Fla. lose power as Hurricane Matthew bears down
Hurricane Matthew is pelting Florida with heavy rains as the deadly storm steams ever closer to the coast with potentially catastrophic winds
Death toll from Hurricane Matthew soars in Haiti
Two days after Hurricane Matthew lashed Haiti, authorities still lack a clear picture of what they fear is the country's biggest disaster in years
Florida hunkers down as Hurricane Matthew roars along coast
Hundreds of thousands of anxious people boarded up their homes and businesses and grabbed a few belongings to flee inland as Matthew gained strength
Georgia, Carolinas clearing out as Hurricane Matthew closes in on coast
Fearing a storm surge of 10 to 12 feet, 15 inches of rain and hurricane force winds, Georgia joined South Carolina in ordering mandatory evacuations for people on the coast
Hurricane Matthew tears through the Bahamas
Thousands of people are without power in the Bahamas, beaches are empty and homes are boarded up
Hurricane Matthew forces candidates to cut Florida campaigns
The Trump and Clinton campaigns rushed to move staff and volunteers, close offices and cancel events in the battleground state
As Hurricane Matthew looms, Clinton campaign delays Weather Channel ads
The campaign is asking stations in Florida to hold off on the ads until after Hurricane Matthew passes
Vanilla Ice vows to ride out Hurricane Matthew
The "Ice, Ice Baby" rapper is not about to let a storm scare him out of his home
Hurricane warning: What you need in your emergency health kit
When Hurricane Matthew pummels the Southeast, experts say you'll need more than the typical first aid kit
Few have flood insurance for Matthew, and now it’s too late to buy
Home owners beware! The chances to get insurance fade away as hurricanes get closer to our shores
Kennedy Space Center braces for Hurricane Matthew
A NASA "rideout" team will keep critical systems operating while Florida's Space Coast evacuates ahead of the killer storm
Man shot dead by S.C. deputies in hurricane evacuation dispute
Deadly altercation occurs after motorist came to a checkpoint, knocked down some traffic cones and sped off, sheriff says
Hurricane Matthew pounds Bahamas after devastation in Haiti
Powerful hurricane slices through the Bahamas with up to 125-miles-per-hour winds, and at least 27 deaths are blamed on the storm
Hurricane Matthew forces mass exodus from Florida, South Carolina
Hurricane warning and watch zones expanded northward overnight for the most powerful hurricane to threaten the Atlantic Coast in more than a decade
Matthew gets stronger as it hits Bahamas, nears Florida
Millions along coast in Southeast urged to evacuate ahead of hurricane forecasters say could become Category 4
Hurricane Matthew “will be devastating,” Fla. gov. says
Storm expected to strengthen as it passes Bahamas; S.C. and Fla. begin evacuations today; millions told to get out or prepare for the worst
Dad in hot car case looks away from photos of dead son
Justin Ross Harris is accused of intentionally leaving his 22-month-old son to die in a hot car in Georgia in June 2014
Florida prepares for a "direct hit" from Hurricane Matthew
States of emergency have been declared across Florida, parts of Georgia and North Carolina and in all of South Carolina
Matthew roars toward Bahamas after pummeling parts of Haiti, Cuba
Blamed for several deaths; full assessment of damage in Haiti awaits restoration of communications with remote areas
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U.S. might return to negotiations "at some point," Trump says
President Trump said Wednesday the U.S. might return to negotiations with Iran eventually, but said currently "the situation is so good."
5 Americans among 7 people killed in Kenya helicopter crash
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National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years
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Michael Cohen, Trump's fixer-turned-nemesis, says he'll interview former boss
"This is the first public conversation between the president and myself in eight years," said Cohen.
Woman told House panel that Gomez sexually assaulted her, attorneys say
The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
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Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
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Trump says he expects to meet with North Korea's Kim Jong Un this year
President Trump wants to meet again with Kim Jong Un to discuss denuclearization, the Wall Street Journal reports, despite having nothing to show for 3 previous summits.
She's lived through unimaginable grief. Her advice: "Reach for the joy."
Author and grief coach Kate Doerge joined Norah O'Donnell for a candid talk about coping with grief.
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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.
2 members of Tennessee college cycling team killed in highway collision
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National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
Michael Cohen, Trump's fixer-turned-nemesis, says he'll interview former boss
"This is the first public conversation between the president and myself in eight years," said Cohen.
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
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National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
Bond market sell-off threatens to drive up loan costs
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Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Inflation is outpacing wages again. Many workers were already behind.
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Michael Cohen, Trump's fixer-turned-nemesis, says he'll interview former boss
"This is the first public conversation between the president and myself in eight years," said Cohen.
Woman told House panel that Gomez sexually assaulted her, attorneys say
The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."
How progressive wins in Democratic primaries are shaping the midterms
Progressive momentum has been a prominent storyline as Democrats look to flip control of the House and Senate next year. But how far will it go?
Darline Graham says she's "not that informed on national security" at debate
The Republican nominee for the South Carolina Senate seat will be determined in the runoff between Sen. Darline Graham and Rep. Ralph Norman on Aug. 25.
Trump nominates policy aide Dr. Heidi Overton as next FDA commissioner
President Trump announced he's nominating Dr. Heidi Overton, a deputy assistant to the president for domestic policy, to be the next head of the FDA.
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Moderna stock surges as melanoma vaccine trial shows "landmark moment"
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
She's lived through unimaginable grief. Her advice: "Reach for the joy."
Author and grief coach Kate Doerge joined Norah O'Donnell for a candid talk about coping with grief.
Moving Through Grief
August is National Grief Awareness Month, and Kate Doerge wants to reimagine how we deal with grief. After the experience of losing her 16-year-old daughter, Kate decided it was time to reframe the feeling of sadness. We've all heard of the five stages of grief, but Kate suggests there are five actions to help you learn how to carry your grief. Plus, Norah talks about how she wants to be remembered, and Kate tells us how to show up for people who are grieving.
Ebola Congo cases surpass 5,000 as record-setting pace of spread continues
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has passed 5,000 cases, government data showed, an unprecedented rate of spread that's outpacing efforts to slow it in one of the country's remotest regions.
From 2024: Tommy John on Tommy John surgery, before and after
In this interview from 2024, former pitching ace Tommy John talked with correspondent Faith Salie about the injury to his pitching arm he suffered in 1974, and about the innovative procedure (which came to be known as "Tommy John surgery") that rescued his career – and would prolong the careers of many more professional and amateur athletes since. [John died on Aug. 15, 2026 at age 83.]
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5 Americans among 7 people killed in Kenya helicopter crash
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, was among those killed in the crash.
Israel orders criminal probe into killing of 5-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza
Israel says military police will investigate the killing of Hind Rajab, a young girl in Gaza whose death at the hands of its forces drew an international outcry.
Trump says he expects to meet with North Korea's Kim Jong Un this year
President Trump wants to meet again with Kim Jong Un to discuss denuclearization, the Wall Street Journal reports, despite having nothing to show for 3 previous summits.
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios suspended after positive cocaine test
Australia's Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended from professional tennis after testing positive for cocaine during a tournament in Mallorca.
Bodies of climbers who vanished 34 years ago found in Swiss Alps
The bodies of two climbers who disappeared in the Swiss Alps in 1992 have been found, freed from a melting glacier, police said.
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"Recess Therapy" host on embracing kid behavior
Julian Shapiro-Barnum is known for his conversations with kids on his series "Recess Therapy." He tells "CBS Mornings" why he thinks adults need to act more childish and embrace some behaviors of children.
Isla Fisher talks "Spa Weekend"
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Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77
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Panettiere was with on-and-off boyfriend when she died, police report says
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Madonna leads 2026 MTV VMAs with 11 nominations
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
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AI companies buying up books: 404 Media
Some used and independent bookstores have reported unexpectedly large book orders and suspect that the books are being scanned to train AI models and then destroyed. As part of a new investigative report, 404 Media put a tracking device in a book to see where it'd end up. Emanuel Maiberg, a journalist and co-founder at 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss.
Former Meta engineer testifies in fed trial
Wendy Sheehan Donnell, editor-in-chief of PCMag, joins CBS News to discuss the latest in the tech world as a former Meta engineer takes the stand in the company's landmark federal trial for allegedly causing children to become addicted to its products.
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.
Women lag in high-paying AI jobs boom, LinkedIn study finds
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
OpenAI launches updated ChatGPT for teens
OpenAI is launching a newer version of its teen-friendly ChatGPT platform. Rebecca Bellan, a senior reporter for TechCrunch, joins with more details on its tools.
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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.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Moving pillowcase leads to discovery of reptiles in car seized at border
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Details emerge on Tupac's murder
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Man in Chucky-style mask chases people
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Prosecutors say bullet engraving shows Charlie Kirk was shot over his politics
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Details on Meta trial over addiction claims
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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.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
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Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
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Some used and independent bookstores have reported unexpectedly large book orders and suspect that the books are being scanned to train AI models and then destroyed. As part of a new investigative report, 404 Media put a tracking device in a book to see where it'd end up. Emanuel Maiberg, a journalist and co-founder at 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss.
Trump on resuming peace talks with Iran
Iran issued a new warning on Wednesday to Gulf countries that may assist the U.S. military. This came after Iran's foreign minister said Tehran will not accept a ceasefire with the U.S., only a deal to fully end the war. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports on the diplomatic stalemate.
Former Meta engineer testifies in fed trial
Wendy Sheehan Donnell, editor-in-chief of PCMag, joins CBS News to discuss the latest in the tech world as a former Meta engineer takes the stand in the company's landmark federal trial for allegedly causing children to become addicted to its products.
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Biggest wins and losses in key primaries
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