Young whale of endangered species "likely to die" after entanglement
The entanglement has left the young whale with "numerous wounds across her body and whale lice on her head," NOAA said.
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Rare whale may die after getting entangled
A 4-year-old North Atlantic right whale, one of the few remaining individuals of one of the rarest whale species in the world, is at serious risk after becoming heavily entangled, experts said.
High cost of weather and climate disasters
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says weather and climate-related disasters in 2022 cost the United States $165 billion. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more on the findings and the role played by climate change.
24.5 trillion gallons of rain have pelted California, student scientist estimates
Heavy storms driven by atmospheric rivers have been hitting California for weeks.
U.S. climate disasters cost $165B in 2022
CBS News' Errol Barnett takes a look at the high cost of weather and climate events in 2022 -- and why these kinds of disasters are expected to only get more expensive.
Another atmospheric river is hitting California. What's behind all these storms?
They are an important part of the world's ocean water cycle, often contributing to water supplies — but also can bring destruction.
Atmospheric river hits California. Here's what that means.
On average, the West Coast receives between 30% and 50% of its annual precipitation through atmospheric rivers.
Whale injured by ship makes her "last journey" – a 3,000-mile swim to Hawaii
Moon used only her pectoral fins to travel to Hawaii, where she is now "completely emaciated and covered in whale lice" – and according to one local professional diver, even being followed by sharks.
Starving birds on Alaska coast reveal threats of climate change
NOAA's annual "Arctic Report Card" documents changes in a region warming faster than anywhere else on Earth.
Tropical Depression Nicole topples Florida homes after making landfall as hurricane
Two people died after being electrocuted by a downed power line at an intersection, a sheriff's office said.
New species of whale named last year is "on the edge of extinction"
"Unless significant conservation actions are taken, the United States is likely to cause the first anthropogenic extinction of a great whale species," scientists said.
NOAA releases plan to protect Florida's coral reefs
Florida's coral reefs are experiencing a multi-year outbreak of stony coral tissue loss disease. It has harmed more than 22 species of stony corals in Florida, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Jennifer Koss, coral reef conservation program director for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, joined CBS News to discuss a new action plan to protect the coral reefs.
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.
Officials warn Ian remains a threat to U.S.
Hurricane Ian regained strength over the Atlantic Ocean, becoming a Category 1 storm again as it takes aim Friday at Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. Officials warned the danger is far from over. CBS News correspondent Michael George reports from Folly Beach, South Carolina, just south of Charleston.
Tracking Ian: Hurricane warning for South Carolina
Michael Brennan, the acting deputy director of the National Hurricane Center, joined CBS News with the latest forecast for Ian, which is now a tropical storm but could strengthen again as it moves toward South Carolina after hitting Florida.
Hurricane Ian hits Cuba as a Category 3 storm, on track to hit Florida
The powerful storm hit western Cuba early Tuesday, and is expected to strengthen even more before dealing a blow to Florida's west coast.
Hurricane Fiona strengthens into Category 4 storm, heads toward Bermuda
It was forecast to squeeze past Bermuda Thursday before hitting easternmost Canada by late Friday.
Alaska storm could bring "worst coastal flooding in 50 years"
Nearly 50-foot waves and tides up to 13 feet are expected as the dangerous storm brings hundreds of miles of hurricane-force winds.
"Significant milestone" reached in ozone layer recovery
The harmful chemicals that have damaged Earth's shield against radiation are on the decline, according to new research.
2021 saw records for heat, greenhouse gas concentrations and sea level rise
"With many communities hit with 1,000-year floods, exceptional drought and historic heat this year, it shows that the climate crisis is not a future threat but something we must address today," one NOAA administrator said.
"Cannibal" solar ejection expected to hit Earth this week
The storm could hit as soon as Thursday, NOAA said.
World's most endangered sea turtle returns to Louisiana coast
Louisiana was once "largely written off" as a place for sea turtles to nest. That might now be changing – and helping Kemp's ridley sea turtles survive in the process.
NOAA says record-breaking coastal floods will only get worse
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is essential to preventing "severe and transformative impacts" along U.S. coastlines in the next 30 years, a new report from NOAA says.
Climate change challenges U.S. power grid
America's aging power grid is already struggling to meet demand, and with extreme weather events becoming more frequent and less predictable, climate change has become a major threat to the country's energy infrastructure. Akshaya Jha, assistant professor of economics and public policy at the Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University, joined CBS News to discuss.
Tropical storm warning issued for South Florida; flooding possible
The National Hurricane Center predicts that rainfall up to 10 inches is possible in South Florida, including the Florida Keys.
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Iran, U.S. ramp up tit-for-tat strikes ahead of slain leader's burial
Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being buried amid an escalating exchange of fire on the 132nd day of the war.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
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American-made technology guiding Ukraine's strikes into Russia
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
Questions arise over new Air Force One after Trump uses old plane
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
Israeli strike kills aid worker who brought World Cup screenings to Gaza
An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.
Bonnie Tyler, who sang "Total Eclipse of the Heart," dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
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Questions arise over new Air Force One after Trump uses old plane
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
Jet fuel prices have dropped. Why are air fares still so high?
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines. But that doesn't mean they'll pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares, experts said.
North Texas aviation pioneer Wally Funk dies, aged 87
Wally Funk was selected in 1961 as one of the elite women in the Mercury 13 program, finishing the same rigorous training program given to the Mercury 7 astronauts.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
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Jet fuel prices have dropped. Why are air fares still so high?
Lower jet fuel costs spell relief for airlines. But that doesn't mean they'll pass savings onto customers by lowering airfares, experts said.
Kia recalling almost 463,000 Tellurides that may catch fire in motion or parked
Kia America is recalling almost 463,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years that could catch fire while being driven or parked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
Judge orders release of over $5 million due to E. Jean Carroll in Trump case
The damages were awarded to Carroll, a writer, by a 2023 jury in a civil sexual abuse and defamation case.
White House announces "Freedom Fuel" gas station selling $3.47 gasoline
The Freedom Fuel Network is offering gasoline for more than 30 cents a gallon below the national average.
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Questions arise over new Air Force One after Trump uses old plane
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty to charges of damaging Reflecting Pool
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
Judge orders Indian billionaire to answer questions on whether was quid pro quo
The Justice Department in May announced it had dismissed criminal foreign bribery and securities fraud charges against Gautam Adani, India's richest man.
A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
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What to know about "explosive" diarrhea-causing parasite reported in several states
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
What to know about infant botulism
A fourth infant was hospitalized for botulism linked to Nara Organics baby formula, and the FDA is now expanding its investigation. Dr. Céline Gounder has the latest.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
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U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
Irish citizen found guilty of murdering American woman in Hungary
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
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American-made technology guiding Ukraine's strikes into Russia
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
Israeli strike kills aid worker who brought World Cup screenings to Gaza
An Israeli strike has killed an aid worker who organized World Cup game screenings for Palestinians in the war-torn Gaza Strip, a hospital director says.
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Army to share findings of Kuwait attack probe with Gold Star families
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
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Julie Chen Moonves on "Big Brother" season 28
Julie Chen Moonves, who hosts "Big Brother," gives "CBS Mornings" a sneak peek inside the house ahead of the season 28 premiere.
Eva Marcille on "All the Queen's Men"
Eva Marcille, who stars in "All the Queen's Men," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's fifth and final season.
Emmy nomination snubs and surprises
"The PItt" and "Hacks" stole the show at the 2026 Emmy Award nominations, with 25 and 24 nominations, respectively. Here are some of the biggest takeaways with Entertainment Tonight reporter Emily Curl.
The War and Treaty performs "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay"
The War and Treaty performs their cover of "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay" at the historic Woolworth Theatre in Nashville.
Zac Brown Band performs "Free"
The Zac Brown Band performs "Free" as America rings in its 250th birthday.
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China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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.
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
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Roommate interview to be played in Kirk trial
Video of an interview with the roommate of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk, is set to be played in court Thursday. Robinson allegedly confessed to killing Kirk in a conversation with the roommate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
Irish citizen found guilty of murdering American woman in Hungary
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
Missing teen found dead on Mississippi island
Nolan Wells was found dead on Horn Island in Mississippi after the teen vanished during a Fourth of July trip with friends. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest details.
Court to hear new audio in Kirk murder case
Prosecutors plan to play audio clips of an interview with the roommate of Charlie Kirk's accused killer during a preliminary hearing on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has more details.
Nolan Wells' family searches for answers
The family of Nolan Wells is demanding answers after the 18-year-old was found dead on Horn Island, off the mainland of Mississippi. Skyler Henry reports.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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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.
Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Why ICE facility inspections are down
Fifteen ICE facilities holding 500 or more detainees have not been inspected in over 12 months as of late June following a policy change that reduced inspection requirements, a CBS News analysis of inspection reports found. CBS News data journalist Julia Ingram examines what this means.
Roommate interview to be played in Kirk trial
Video of an interview with the roommate of Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk, is set to be played in court Thursday. Robinson allegedly confessed to killing Kirk in a conversation with the roommate. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
Trump's recent dealings with Iran, NATO
President Trump wrapped the NATO summit in Turkey on a positive note Wednesday, appearing more favorable towards Ukraine than usual. CBS News contributor Niall Ferguson joins to discuss the summit, Mr. Trump's latest actions in Iran and the Ukraine-Russia war.
New round of U.S. strikes hits Iran
The U.S. launched a new wave of strikes against Iran Wednesday as President Trump declared the ceasefire to be over. About 90 military targets were hit, U.S. CENTCOM says. Mr. Trump claims Iran wants to make a deal, but timing is unclear. Olivia Rinaldi reports for CBS.
Platner drops out: Next steps
Graham Platner dropped out of the Maine Senate race Wednesday amid multiple sexual assault allegations, which he denies. Zak Hudak breaks down what happens next for CBS News.