Remains found at Lake Mead identified as man missing since 2002
Human remains have been discovered multiple times in parts of Lake Mead this summer.
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Federal government orders Arizona to cut water
The federal government will impose new restrictions on the amount of water Arizona and Nevada can take from the Colorado River. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Lana Zak speak with Waylon Wuertz, owner of Wuertz Gourd Farm, about how the water restrictions are affecting his business.
More human remains found at Lake Mead as water levels hit historic lows
The latest discovery marked the fifth time authorities discovered skeletal remains in the reservoir, which is drying up amid an ongoing drought.
Low water levels at Lake Mead reveal more than just human remains
Four sets of human remains have been found at Lake Mead National Recreation Area since May.
Drought reveals remains at Lake Mead
Drought conditions are causing water levels at Lake Mead to reach record lows, and it's unearthing human remains. The Weather Channel's Dave Malkoff explains how long-buried stories are being brought to the surface.
New remains found at Lake Mead may be linked to bones found in July
Police have speculated that more remains may be discovered as the water level at Lake Mead continues to recede.
More human remains found at drought-stricken Lake Mead
The discoveries have prompted speculation about long-unsolved murder cases and possible mafia ties.
4th set of human remains found at drought-stricken Lake Mead
It was the fourth time human remains were discovered since its shorelines began retreating due to the drought's impact.
Two of nation's largest reservoirs drying up
Lake Mead and Lake Powell – the nation's two largest reservoirs – are at their lowest water levels ever. They're so low that they're now on the brink of "dead pool status." And millions of Americans at risk of losing water and power because of it.
Two of largest U.S. reservoirs on brink of "dead pool status"
The water levels in Lake Mead and Lake Powell are so low "that we're no longer speaking of a drought."
More human remains found at Lake Mead
Another body was found at Lake Mead this week, following several similar reports in May.
NASA satellite images reveal Lake Mead's dramatic water loss since 2000
Lake Mead is at its lowest water levels since 1937 – which was just two years after the Hoover Dam was completed.
Lake Mead shrinks to record low amid punishing drought
The reservoir is now below 30% capacity.
Body found in Lake Mead confirmed to be missing woman
Authorities received an emergency call about a man and woman falling off a jet ski. Neither had been wearing a life jacket.
Theories emerge about mob links to human remains found in Lake Mead
As its shoreline retreats, revealing more of the lake bed, it may yield more mob secrets, one expert said.
Bodies surfacing in Lake Mead recall mob's time in Las Vegas
"I would be willing to bet there are going to be a few more bodies," a UNLV history professor said after the discovery of two sets of human remains.
Human remains found at Lake Mead days after body discovered
More human remains have been found at drought-stricken Lake Mead just days after a shooting victim was discovered.
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Live Updates: Ian strengthens into hurricane again as it threatens South Carolina
Ian was downgraded to a tropical storm for a brief period of time.
Two types of student loans not eligible for forgiveness, new guidance says
The updated guidance came the same day six GOP-led states sued the Biden administration over the debt relief.
Dramatic photos show Ian's widespread damage across Florida
Authorities were still assessing the situation across Florida, but these stunning photos offer a glimpse of the damage Floridians woke up on Thursday.
Biden: Ian "could be the deadliest hurricane in Florida's history"
Federal Emergency Management Agency officials briefed the president on the massive storm Thursday.
Russia to annex 4 regions of Ukraine this week after "sham referenda"
The move was widely expected after Russian-backed forces went door-to-door in the occupied regions, helping collecting ballots for the Kremlin-orchestrated votes.
Ian destroys part of Sanibel Causeway, cutting off access to barrier islands
The causeway is the only way for vehicles to enter or leave Sanibel and Captiva islands.
FDNY veteran killed in "barbaric and completely unprovoked" New York City stabbing
A suspect was taken into custody after barricading himself in an apartment.
Survivors of Hurricane Ian share harrowing stories
Water flooded homes in Fort Myers, leading some to think they would not make it out alive.
Jury seated in high-profile Oath Keepers seditious conspiracy trial
The 12 jurors plus four alternates will hear evidence about the Oath Keepers' alleged involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack starting on Monday.
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Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa hospitalized after being stretchered off field
He was spun around and thrown to the turf. While on the ground, his hands froze in front of his face. He remained down for more than seven minutes.
Trevor Noah to depart "Daily Show"
"I realized, after the seven years, my time is up."
Live Updates: Ian strengthens into hurricane again as it threatens South Carolina
Ian was downgraded to a tropical storm for a brief period of time.
Jury seated in high-profile Oath Keepers seditious conspiracy trial
The 12 jurors plus four alternates will hear evidence about the Oath Keepers' alleged involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack starting on Monday.
FDNY veteran killed in "barbaric and completely unprovoked" New York City stabbing
A suspect was taken into custody after barricading himself in an apartment.
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Two types of student loans not eligible for forgiveness, new guidance says
The updated guidance came the same day six GOP-led states sued the Biden administration over the debt relief.
Boss called Ian "nothing burger" and urged staff to work: reports
Clearwater marketing firm announces its offices would close during storm after facing backlash online.
Ex-eBay execs get prison time for sending live spiders to reporters
In terror campaign, eBay employees stalked online newsletter publishers and sent disturbing deliveries to their home.
Ian's economic toll could reach $60 billion to $70 billion
Tourism, agriculture and mining expected to be the hardest-hit sectors after storm rips through Florida.
How rich is LeBron James? Here's a breakdown of his wealth.
The NBA star's investment in a pro pickleball team is just a sliver of his budding commercial empire.
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Jury seated in high-profile Oath Keepers seditious conspiracy trial
The 12 jurors plus four alternates will hear evidence about the Oath Keepers' alleged involvement in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack starting on Monday.
Former NSA employee allegedly tried to give classified info to foreign country
Jareh Dalke, of Colorado, wrote to a person he believed to be a foreign agent that he had "very high level" information and that he needed money.
Biden: Hurricane Ian "could be the deadliest hurricane in Florida's history"
Federal Emergency Management Agency officials briefed the president on the massive storm Thursday.
Two types of student loans not eligible for forgiveness, new guidance says
The updated guidance came the same day six GOP-led states sued the Biden administration over the debt relief.
Army major and wife indicted for conspiring to give Russia medical secrets
The two, who work as healthcare providers, in August revealed to an undercover FBI agent their willingness to give Russia medical information to help its invasion of Ukraine.
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Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa hospitalized after being stretchered off field
He was spun around and thrown to the turf. While on the ground, his hands froze in front of his face. He remained down for more than seven minutes.
India's Supreme Court allows all women to have abortions up to 24 weeks into pregnancy
The ruling came after an unmarried woman in a consensual relationship was denied an abortion by a lower court in July.
Monkeypox vaccine appears to be working, but CDC still urges precautions
Early data, based on people who were eligible for the shots, found the unvaccinated are 14 times more likely to catch monkeypox.
Uganda is racing to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak
Officials say the current outbreak of Sudan ebolavirus may be to blame for at least 23 deaths, and one expert tells CBS News he sees it "getting worse before it gets better."
Biogen shares rally as Alzheimer's drug results show promise
Late-stage study finds treatment may slow progression of fatal disease that afflicts more than 6 million Americans.
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Royal Mint unveils first coins featuring King Charles III
Britons will begin to see Charles' image on their change in December, as 50-pence coins depicting him enter circulation.
Cubans suffer as power outage caused by Hurricane Ian drags on
Ivette Garrido hurried last week to get the 13 pounds of subsidized chicken allotted to her family by Cuba's government and put it in the freezer, happy to have meat to get through Hurricane Ian.
Researchers: Nord Stream leak will have "significant detrimental" climate impact
The velocity of the gas erupting from four documented leaks in the pipelines — which NATO has attributed to sabotage — is part of what makes the impacts severe.
American appears before U.K courts via videolink over crash that killed teenager
An American woman who fled the U.K. claiming diplomatic immunity after she was involved in a fatal traffic accident has appeared in a British court via videolink — an apparent breakthrough in the long-deadlocked case.
India's Supreme Court allows all women to have abortions up to 24 weeks into pregnancy
The ruling came after an unmarried woman in a consensual relationship was denied an abortion by a lower court in July.
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Trevor Noah to depart "Daily Show"
"I realized, after the seven years, my time is up."
Royal Mint unveils first coins featuring King Charles III
Britons will begin to see Charles' image on their change in December, as 50-pence coins depicting him enter circulation.
Hip hop legend Coolio dies at 59
Coolio, the rapper best known for his 1995 hit "Gangsta's Paradise," has died. He was 59. Vladimir Duthiers looks back on his life.
Aaron Judge ties Roger Maris' American League mark of 61 homers in a season
The New York Yankees slugger did it with a tie-breaking, two-run drive in the seventh inning. It was 117.4 mph off the bat and took just 3.8 seconds to land 394 feet away.
Rapper Coolio, best known for "Gangsta's Paradise," dies at 59
Coolio, whose real name was Artis Leon Ivey Jr., died on Wednesday in Los Angeles, his manager said.
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Hurricane hunting by drone
Only on "CBS Mornings," scientists show Ben Tracy how they can fly straight into the eye of a massive hurricane.
NASA crashes DART spacecraft into asteroid
NASA successfully crashed its DART spacecraft into an asteroid in hopes of altering the space rock's trajectory. Scientists hope to be able to use a similar strategy to protect Earth from future incoming asteroids. CBS News' John Dickerson speaks with Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at Philadelphia's Franklin Institute, about the historic implications of this unprecedented test.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
NASA tests planetary defense with asteroid collision
NASA crashed a spacecraft into an asteroid in a test that could one day be used to prevent a doomsday collision with Earth. Mark Strassmann has more.
Amazon to hold Prime Day-like shopping event in October
"Prime Early Access" sale will be the first time the retailer holds a major sales promotion twice in a year.
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Scientists study Ian with hurricane-hunting drone
A new hurricane-hunting drone shows what it's like to fly straight into the eye of Hurricane Ian, going where no other aircraft or scientist can go. Ben Tracy has the details.
How a hurricane-hunting drone can help inform "life-or-death decisions"
One of the ways to get information from the boundary layer includes using an unmanned drone that can fly in and around the highest wind gusts.
Egyptians try new tactic in bid to reclaim Rosetta Stone from Britain
One organizer behind the campaign predicts Britons will no longer tolerate "such cultural violence represented in their own museums."
Hurricane hunter pilot discusses his mission
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's aircraft play an important role in hurricane forecasting. Captain Jason Mansour, who pilots a Gulfstream-IV Hurricane Hunter for NOAA, joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss what it's like to fly into a storm.
What is storm surge, and what contributes to the deadly hurricane hazard?
The storm surge from Hurricane Ian caused major flooding in parts of Florida.
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FDNY veteran killed in "barbaric and completely unprovoked" New York City stabbing
A suspect was taken into custody after barricading himself in an apartment.
Father, teen son charged in L.A. shooting death of rapper PnB Rock
PnB Rock was gunned down at Roscoe's House of Chicken 'N Waffles while eating with his girlfriend.
American appears before U.K courts via videolink over crash that killed teenager
An American woman who fled the U.K. claiming diplomatic immunity after she was involved in a fatal traffic accident has appeared in a British court via videolink — an apparent breakthrough in the long-deadlocked case.
Hae Min Lee's family appeals decision to vacate Adnan Syed's murder conviction
Syed was convicted of Lee's murder in 2000 in a crime that became the subject of the hit podcast "Serial." A Baltimore judge vacated Syed's conviction this month and he was released from prison.
Man pleads guilty in hit-run death of "Gone Girl" actor Lisa Banes
"Brian Boyd drove recklessly with no regard for pedestrians, fatally striking a beloved actress and New Yorker before speeding off to avoid accountability," the DA said.
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NASA, SpaceX study options for Hubble reboost
A Crew Dragon flight to boost Hubble's altitude could extend its useful life by a decade or more.
3 space station cosmonauts return to Earth after 195-day mission
The return of the Soyuz crew sets the stage for a SpaceX Crew Dragon launch next week.
Webb telescope, Hubble and more: The 60 most amazing space photos so far
Here's what we've learned from the images captured by Webb and other projects so far — and it's a lot.
How to watch NASA spacecraft crash into asteroid at 15,000 mph
NASA scientists are gearing up for the world's first mission testing planetary defense — and they want you to watch.
Hurricane Ian prompts moon rocket roll back to hangar
The first Artemis program moonshot likely will be delayed to November.
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9/29: Red and Blue
Aid underway as Ian causes devastation and death; Ginni Thomas testifies to Jan. 6 committee.
The Uplift: A terrible sandwich and more
A boy who went viral for his "terrible sandwich" review on the first day of kindergarten is using his newfound internet fame for good. A mom is taking her family around the world to make "visual memories" before her kids lose their vision to a disease. And a cowboy from California shares how he and Queen Elizabeth II formed a friendship. Watch this episode of "The Uplift."
Tampa Bay children's hospital survives Ian
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida, was able to withstand Hurricane Ian. About 1,000 people rode out the storm at the hospital. Dr. Joseph Perno, vice president of medical affairs for the hospital, joined CBS News to discuss the storm.
Ian causes major flooding in Collier County
Hurricane Ian caused major flooding, and left behind behind mud and debris, in Collier County, Florida, which includes the city of Naples. Bill McDaniel, chairman of the Collier County Commission, joined CBS News to discuss the damage from the storm.
Hurricane Ian's path of destruction in Florida
Hurricane Ian tore through Florida's southwestern coast as a Category 4 storm, damaging homes and businesses and causing widespread flooding in communities including Fort Myers, Naples and Punta Gorda. Record storm surges were seen in areas from Englewood to Bonita Beach. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave and Omar Villafranca are in Florida surveying the damage.