Biden calls on Congress to act on emergency funding after hurricanes
President Biden also warned that conditions remain dangerous in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
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Obama campaigns for Harris
Former President Barack Obama is campaigning for Vice President Kamala Harris in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Thursday. Meanwhile, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is accusing Harris of "politicizing" the hurricane disaster recovery. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports on Harris' campaign and the politics of disaster relief.
On-the-ground look at Orlando flooding, damage
Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida's west coast Wednesday night, killing several people, leaving more than 3 million residents without power and causing catastrophic flooding. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more from Orlando.
How a North Carolina radio station became a lifeline after Helene
As Helene bore down on the mountains of North Carolina, an Asheville radio station helped coordinate wellness checks and connect the stranded with resources.
Dog found in rubble of home destroyed by Milton
A CBS News crew on Thursday was surveying the destruction left behind by Hurricane Milton in a retirement community in Fort Pierce, Florida, when a dog was found in the debris of a home. Lulu, a small Shih Tzu, survived Milton, but her owners died. Morgan Raynor has more.
How radio became a lifeline during Helene
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A look at Hurricane Milton's Florida damage
Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 storm near Siesta Key, Florida, before moving across the state and eventually offshore on the east side by Thursday morning. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more on the damage, and CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans talks about Milton's rapid intensification.
Biden hits Trump for hurricane misinformation
President Biden has again called out former President Donald Trump for spreading false information about response efforts to hurricanes Helene and Milton, while Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said Thursday that some hurricane victims have heard false rumors that FEMA will seize their land. Nancy Cordes reports.
Florida's Boca Grande devastated by Milton
The barrier island community of Boca Grande on Florida's west coast sustained significant damage from Hurricane Milton. Vehicles were swept away and businesses were caked in sand. With the only bridge into Boca Grande closed, Nicole Valdes got access in a helicopter with the Lee County Sheriff.
Republicans seek aid after voting against it
Several Florida Republicans are now demanding more funds to boost recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but they have previously voted against measures providing disaster relief. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Biden calls for more disaster relief funding
On Thursday, President Biden called on Congress to return to Washington, D.C., to pass more funding for disaster relief. He said FEMA has what it needs to respond to Hurricanes Milton and Helene, but a federal program to help small businesses impacted by disasters needs more funds. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
Milton leaves parts of Orlando flooded
Hurricane Milton has now moved out of Florida and into the Atlantic but left behind in its wake a path of death and destruction. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has the latest on conditions in Orlando.
DeSantis: At least 340 rescued after Milton
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis gave an update on Hurricane Milton rescue and recovery efforts Thursday, noting that 340 people and 49 pets have been rescued since the storm's landfall Wednesday night. The governor also said that inland flooding caused by the storm in central and northern parts of the state has blocked key roadways. Energy companies are working to restore power to the estimated three million residents in the dark.
Florida calls electric vehicles "ticking time bombs" amid Hurricane Milton
Storm surge poses a fire hazard for vehicles with lithium-ion batteries, with dozens of blazes erupting after Helene.
How to help Hurricane Milton survivors after the storm
President Biden told Floridians his administration would offer support "for as long as it takes to rescue, recover and rebuild."
Hurricane Milton rips off roof of Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg
Videos posted on social media showed the roof ripped to shreds with debris all over the field after Hurricane Milton slammed the area.
Hurricane Milton makes landfall as Category 3 on Florida's west coast
Hurricane Milton previously reached as high as a Category 5 over the Gulf of Mexico on a path toward Florida's central west coast.
Duke Energy's Melissa Seixas on power outages
With widespread power outages affecting residents across Florida, Duke Energy's state president, Melissa Seixas, discusses the company's response to Hurricane Milton and what Floridians can expect in the coming days.
Manatee County's response to Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton made landfall, Manatee County endured strong winds and heavy rain, leaving widespread damage. Jodie Fiske, the county's Public Safety director, provides a live update from Bradenton, Florida, on the situation.
Red Cross response to Hurricane Milton
With widespread destruction and power outages affecting millions, the American Red Cross continues its relief efforts in Florida following Hurricane Milton. Red Cross national spokesperson Nicole Maul joins "CBS Mornings" live from Tallahassee to discuss the organization's response and recovery efforts.
Rep. Steube on Milton's impact on Sarasota
Hurricane Milton made landfall near Sarasota, Florida, late Wednesday night, causing significant damage. Rep. Greg Steube, who lives in Sarasota and represents the region in Washington, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the impact and recovery efforts.
Dog found in debris after Hurricane Milton
A dog was found in debris early Thursday morning after tornadoes caused by Hurricane Milton swept through a retirement community in Fort Pierce, Florida. CBS News Miami reporter Morgan Rynor was at the scene when the dog was rescued. It was later revealed the dog's name is Lulu.
Milton lashed east coast of Florida
While Hurricane Milton made landfall on Florida's west coast, high winds still impacted the state's east coast as the storm pummeled through. CBS News' Tom Hanson shows the damage from Daytona Beach.
Mayor Kevin Anderson on Milton damage
Lee County, home to Fort Myers and Cape Coral, is facing widespread power outages and serious flooding after Hurricane Milton's storm surge. Fort Myers was also hit by a suspected tornado before the storm made landfall, causing severe damage. Mayor Kevin Anderson shares the latest on the recovery efforts.
Biden pledges support for Florida
Speaking from the White House Wednesday night, President Biden blasted misinformation being spread by former President Donald Trump over hurricane relief efforts by the federal government. On the campaign trail in Pennsylvania, Trump continued to spread the false claim that FEMA is diverting disaster relief funds to migrants.
At least 15 killed in targeted attack on Jewish Australians, police say
At least 15 people were killed at a Jewish gathering on Australia's Bondi Beach, according to Australian government officials and police. One of two gunmen was also dead.
Person of interest detained after Brown University shooting, officials say
Two people were killed and nine more were wounded in a shooting Saturday afternoon in a building on the campus of Brown University in Rhode Island, authorities said.
7 highlights from Erika Kirk's CBS News town hall
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Machado says "I absolutely support President Trump's strategy" on Venezuela
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Germany, driven by war in Ukraine, rearms its military
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Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by ICE
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Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
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Fruit shop owner hailed a hero after tackling gunman during Australia attack
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Sen. Cassidy says "there's a deal to be had" on health care after failed Senate votes
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Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
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Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
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Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by ICE
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Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
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Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
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Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
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Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
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Australia terror attack raises questions about police preparedness
The deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney comes amid a significant spike in antisemitic rhetoric and attacks in Australia.
Suspects in deadly Bondi Beach attack identified as father and son
The 50-year-old father was shot and killed by police, and the 24-year-old son is hospitalized, New South Wales Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said.
Fruit shop owner hailed a hero after tackling gunman during Australia attack
Authorities said two gunmen killed 15 people and wounded many more during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney's famous Bondi Beach.
JetBlue flight near Venezuela avoids "midair collision" with U.S. Air Force tanker
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Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on the musical alchemy of "Song Sung Blue"
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Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on "Song Sung Blue"
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Jane Austen at 250
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
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Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
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Australia terror attack raises questions about police preparedness
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At least 15 killed in Australia attack
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Person of interest detained after Brown University shooting, officials say
Two people were killed and nine more were wounded in a shooting Saturday afternoon in a building on the campus of Brown University in Rhode Island, authorities said.
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Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
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