Hurricane Erick intensifies to Category 2
Hurricane Erick strengthened to a Category 2 as it neared the Mexican coast on Wednesday. CBS News meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest.
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Erick intensifies into Category 3 hurricane as it approaches Mexico
Hurricane Erick has become a major hurricane as it approaches Mexico.
More FEMA officials step down
Jeremy Greenberg, the head of FEMA's National Response Coordination Center, and Tony Robinson, FEMA regional administrator for several states in the Gulf and 68 federally recognized tribal nations, stepped down amid President Trump's leadership shakeups. Both moves come just weeks into hurricane season. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has the latest.
Revisiting Helene-ravaged North Carolina
President Trump said he wants to reduce state reliance on the Federal Emergency Management Agency after this year's hurricane season. With that news in mind, CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian revisited the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Helene.
North Carolina town still struggling after Helene
Months after devastating floods caused by the remnants of Hurricane Helene, Chimney Rock, North Carolina, is still struggling. As tourists return to nearby towns, locals say their recovery has been slower. Janet Shamlian reports.
Severe storms slam Texas
Severe thunderstorms stretched for hundreds of miles across parts of Texas, causing significant damage. Thousands are without power as winds in North-Central Texas hit 100 mph. CBS News' Omar Villafranca has the latest.
Barbara strengthens to a hurricane off the coast of Mexico
The National Hurricane Center said swells generated by Hurricane Barbara will affect portions of the coast of southwestern Mexico over the next few days.
FEMA chief questioned over comments
There was confusion among staff at the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, after its acting chief said during a briefing he wasn't aware the U.S. had a hurricane season, three sources told CBS News. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Hurricane season after cuts to NOAA
Manuel Bojorquez reports from Florida, where some residents worry whether the hurricane support system will be there when they need it after major cuts to the National Weather Service and NOAA.
Hurricane-ravaged communities hope to draw in tourists as rebuilding continues
Nine months after Hurricanes Helene and Milton slammed Florida less than two weeks apart, businesses dependent on tourism want visitors to know they're open even as construction continues.
Popular bar is rebuilding after hurricanes
Andreas Bieri, owner of the iconic Mucky Duck bar and restaurant in Captiva Island, Florida, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss recovery efforts after hurricanes Helene and Milton caused the worst damage in the bar's nearly 50-year history.
2025 hurricane season begins
June marks the beginning of the 2025 hurricane season, which experts predicted will be "above average." The season starts as some places are still recovering from last year's destructive storms. CBS News' Rob Marciano has the updates on what to expect.
2025 hurricane names include Andrea, Barry, Chantal. See the full list.
The 2025 list of hurricane names was last used in 2019. This Atlantic hurricane season is expected to have an above-normal number of storms.
Short-staffed NWS enters hurricane season in "uncharted territory"
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins during a tumultuous period at the National Weather Service, following significant cuts at the country's forecasting agency.
Asheville, North Carolina, ready for comeback
Nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, the city of Asheville is typically a popular tourist destination. However, Hurricane Helen's devastation eight months ago took a severe toll on its tourism industry. Vic Isley, President and CEO of Explore Asheville, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Forecasters predict very busy hurricane season
The official 2025 hurricane season is days away and forecasters say it could be one of the busiest in years. That prediction comes as NOAA and FEMA go through major cuts under President Trump's overhaul. Karen Hua reports.
Study: Increasing hurricane damage likely
Less than two weeks from the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, a new study says wind-related hurricane damage for homeowners living in southeastern coastal states could rise substantially in the coming decades. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
"ReString Appalachia" movement
With the 2025 hurricane season around the corner, some in western North Carolina feel the 2024 season never ended after Hurricane Helene dumped a record amount of rain in what became the state's costliest natural disaster. Now, mountain music is starting to return through "ReString Appalachia."
Hurricane season preparations underway
The Gulf Coast and the Atlantic region are on edge as $10 billion dedicated to storm preparation has been cut, just a month from hurricane season. Conservationists have long been working to shore up natural barriers to slow storm flooding, but those changes don't happen fast. Michelle Miller visits a Florida preservation effort decades in the making.
Experts preparing for hurricane season
As the Atlantic hurricane season approaches, experts are sharing tips on how to stay safe and smart in an emergency. The season typically lasts from June 1 to the end of November. CBS News New York meteorologist John Elliott has more.
North Carolina still rebuilding after Helene
In late September, Hurricane Helene devastated the southeastern U.S., damaging tens of thousands of homes and killing over 200 people. Reporter Chris Moody joins "America Decides" with an update on the recovery efforts.
Left temporarily homeless by Helene, many struggle to pay their mortgages
About a month after hurricanes Helene and Milton hit the Southeast, nearly 60,000 homeowners fell behind on their mortgages.
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See which U.S. rivers are considered the most endangered
The list of 10 most endangered rivers of 2025, according to the nonprofit American Rivers, includes the Mississippi River and the lower Rio Grande.
"Rivers are places where souls heal." Mismanaged, they can be devastating.
"Rivers are places where people's souls heal," says Heather Taylor-Miesle, senior vice president of conservation at non-profit American Rivers. But many of those rivers in the U.S. are in danger. Pollution, flooding and mismanagement are rampant across U.S. waterways, and this year, 10 rivers have been listed among American Rivers' most endangered. But Taylor-Miesle says that while those threats persist, so does hope — as long as communities take action.
Hurricane predictions come amid NOAA layoffs
The latest hurricane forecast from Colorado State University is predicting at least four major hurricanes this season. That comes as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reels from massive budget cuts. Rob Marciano reports.
Trump approved attack plans for Iran — but hasn't made final decision to strike
President Trump has approved an attack plan on Iran, but has held off in case Tehran agrees to abandon its nuclear program, sources say.
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee law restricting gender-affirming care for minors
The Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee's law restricting gender-affirming care for transgender youth does not violate the 14th Amendment.
Tucker Carlson spars with Ted Cruz on Israel-Iran strikes
Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.
FDA approves HIV prevention drug taken as twice-yearly injection
Clinical trials showed 99.9% of participants who received the drug, called Yeztugo from company Gilead Sciences, remained HIV negative.
State Dept. has "no announcement" about helping Americans evacuate Israel
The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem said earlier it was working on dispatching evacuation flights and cruise ships for American citizens who wish to leave Israel.
Break-in reported at home of slain lawmaker Melissa Hortman
The Twin Cities home where Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband were fatally shot Saturday was broken into overnight Wednesday, police say.
Los Angeles Lakers to be sold for $10 billion
Dodgers owner Mark Walter will assume a controlling interest of the team; Jeanie Buss will remain in the governor role
Maps show heat wave forecast across the U.S. Here's what to know.
The National Weather Service called the warm and above-average temperatures coming in behind the system "the first significant heat wave this season."
Federal Reserve maintains its benchmark interest rate at June meeting
The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it will maintain the benchmark interest rate at its current range of 4.25% to 4.5%
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American students, tour groups waiting to evacuate Israel amid missile strikes
Some students have already fled through Jordan and nearby Cyprus, a parent who has a daughter studying in Israel said.
For some Californians, high transportation costs put owning a car out of reach
Franchescoli Andrade's 20-mile journey to get to work without a car takes about 90 minutes each way through Los Angeles.
U.S. plans to combat "man-eater" screwworms with a facility of flies
The facility will breed millions of sterile New World screwworm flies at Moore Air Base, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Wednesday.
State Dept. has new guidelines for vetting student visa applicants' social media
Consular officers are being told to look for "indications of hostility" toward the U.S., its culture, principles or citizens.
AstroAI recalls minifridges that caused $360,000 in property damages
A short circuit in the minifridges caused numerous fires, two of which resulted in more than $360,000 in property damages.
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For some Californians, high transportation costs put owning a car out of reach
Franchescoli Andrade's 20-mile journey to get to work without a car takes about 90 minutes each way through Los Angeles.
AstroAI recalls minifridges that caused $360,000 in property damages
A short circuit in the minifridges caused numerous fires, two of which resulted in more than $360,000 in property damages.
FDA approves HIV prevention drug taken as twice-yearly injection
Clinical trials showed 99.9% of participants who received the drug, called Yeztugo from company Gilead Sciences, remained HIV negative.
These interior paint colors could boost your home's sale price by $2,600, Zillow says
Home sellers take note: The color of your kitchen and bedroom could boost your home's sale price.
Federal Reserve maintains its benchmark interest rate at June meeting
The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it will maintain the benchmark interest rate at its current range of 4.25% to 4.5%
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Trump approved attack plans for Iran — but hasn't made final decision to strike
President Trump has approved an attack plan on Iran, but has held off in case Tehran agrees to abandon its nuclear program, an intelligence source and a defense official told CBS News.
State Dept. has new guidelines for vetting student visa applicants' social media
Consular officers are being told to look for "indications of hostility" toward the U.S., its culture, principles or citizens.
Tucker Carlson spars with Ted Cruz on Israel-Iran strikes
Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.
Trump administration to shutter specialized LGBTQ+ suicide lifeline option
A part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth — known as 988 option 3 — will close in July, the agency said.
Hegseth says he's giving Trump "options" amid intensifying Iran-Israel conflict
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine testified Wednesday before the Senate Armed Forces Committee.
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U.S. plans to combat "man-eater" screwworms with a facility of flies
The facility will breed millions of sterile New World screwworm flies at Moore Air Base, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Wednesday.
AstroAI recalls minifridges that caused $360,000 in property damages
A short circuit in the minifridges caused numerous fires, two of which resulted in more than $360,000 in property damages.
Trump administration to shutter specialized LGBTQ+ suicide lifeline option
A part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth — known as 988 option 3 — will close in July, the agency said.
FDA approves HIV prevention drug taken as twice-yearly injection
Clinical trials showed 99.9% of participants who received the drug, called Yeztugo from company Gilead Sciences, remained HIV negative.
More than 41,000 retirement-age Americans died of falls in 2023
From 2003 to 2023, the death rate for falls increased more than 70% for adults ages 65 to 74, and more than 75% for those aged 75 to 84. It more than doubled for seniors 85 and older, according to CDC data.
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American students, tour groups waiting to evacuate Israel amid missile strikes
Some students have already fled through Jordan and nearby Cyprus, a parent who has a daughter studying in Israel said.
Tucker Carlson spars with Ted Cruz on Israel-Iran strikes
Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.
State Dept. has "no announcement" about helping Americans evacuate Israel
The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem said earlier it was working on dispatching evacuation flights and cruise ships for American citizens who wish to leave Israel.
Princess Kate cancels Royal Ascot visit as she continues cancer recovery
Kate, the Princess of Wales, canceled plans to attend the Royal Ascot horse race as she continues her recovery from cancer.
Erick intensifies into Category 3 hurricane as it approaches Mexico
Hurricane Erick has become a major hurricane as it approaches Mexico.
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Alison Hall meets Olivia Munn for first time after early cancer diagnosis
Alison Hall credits Olivia Munn's openness with helping detect her breast cancer early. Their emotional first meeting airs Wednesday on "Inside Edition."
Tom Cruise to receive honorary Oscar
Actor Tom Cruise is set to receive an honorary Oscar ahead of next year's Academy Awards. While he has scored four nominations, the "Mission Impossible" and "Top Gun" actor has never won an Oscar.
Tyler Perry sued by "The Oval" actor; Perry's attorney denies claims
An actor who worked on Tyler Perry's TV series "The Oval" has filed a lawsuit accusing Perry of sexual assault and harassment during his time on the show.
Extended interview: Lucie Arnaz on her parents, Lucy & Desi
In this web exclusive, actress and singer Lucie Arnaz talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about growing up the daughter of comedy legends Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz; her father's experience as a Cuban refugee and as a television pioneer, as documented in Todd Purdum's new biography, "Desi Arnaz: The Man Who Invented Television"; her parents' marriage and divorce; and her own parenting challenges.
Anne Burrell, Food Network star, dies at 55
Anne Burrell, an acclaimed chef from upstate New York, hosted "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef," "Worst Cooks in America" and other popular Food Network shows.
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Robotic heart transplant makes history
In a medical first, surgeons at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston successfully performed a fully robotic heart transplant on a 45-year-old patient. He now says he's living a brand-new life. Janet Shamlian reports.
Amazon CEO says rollout of generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
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.
AI data centers are driving up energy bills
An increase in demand for artificial intelligence may be increasing the cost of your electric bills. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter explains.
Scammers use AI to create fake job applicants
Artificial intelligence is being used to create realistic video and audio to impersonate people, in some cases looking for love or deceiving companies looking to hire. In a 2024 study, half of the businesses surveyed said they'd experienced AI deepfake fraud. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
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Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
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Kohberger defense team moves to delay trial
Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, appeared in court Wednesday. His defense team wants the trial delayed, arguing intense public scrutiny threatens his right to a fair trial. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Karen Read acquitted of murder
A jury has acquitted Karen Read of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the 2022 death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn has the latest.
Karen Read speaks after acquittal
A jury on Wednesday found Karen Read not guilty of murder and manslaughter in the 2022 death of her police officer boyfriend. Read spoke briefly after leaving the courthouse. See that moment and analysis from trial attorney Robin Nunn.
Watch: Karen Read found not guilty
Karen Read was acquitted Wednesday on charges of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the 2022 death of her Boston police officer boyfriend. See the moment the verdict was read.
Man charged with murder in father's 2003 cold case death
Douglas Herlihy would have been a teenager when his father, Paul Herlihy, died. Officials have charged him with second-degree murder.
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See NASA's image of an intense X-class solar flare
The solar flare peaked at 5:49 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory said.
Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
NASA evaluating data indicating air leaks aboard space station are sealed
If initial results hold up, NASA says the delayed launch of a commercial research mission to the station could come as early as Thursday.
Commercial crew launch delayed while ISS air leak assessed
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
Axiom-4 mission delayed due to leak
NASA delayed the Axiom Mission 4 launch on Wednesday after SpaceX detected a liquid oxygen leak during a Falcon 9 rocket inspection. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Study: Maui fires impacted mental health
Nearly two years after devastating wildfires tore through Maui, a new study shows a glimpse into the journey from crisis to recovery. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Powerful heat wave grips Southwest U.S.
Another brutal heatwave is roasting the Southwest with Las Vegas finding itself in the middle of its fourth extreme heat warning before summer officially begins. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Undocumented workers by the numbers
Julia Ingram, a data journalist for CBS News Confirmed, takes a look at how many undocumented immigrants are in the U.S. workforce.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump weighs war choice
As a candidate in 2016, President Trump accused former President George W. Bush of misleading the nation about weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. Now, he faces the kind of judgment call he built his campaign around criticizing. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
The state of children's health in America
A new report looking at the overall health of America's children shows both progress and setbacks. Leslie Boissiere, vice president at the Annie E. Casey Foundation, joins to discuss the study.