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Officials are forecasting 15 to 21 named storms instead of the 13 to 20 it predicted in May. Hurricane season lasts through the end of November, with its peak running from mid-August to mid-October.
As CBS News' Mola Lenghi reports, drought conditions in the Western U.S. are historic and point to what could be a catastrophic wildfire season. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli then joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting another active hurricane season. It follows a record-breaking number of storms that swarmed the Atlantic in 2020. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more on the season's outlook.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting an above-normal 2021 Atlantic hurricane season, with 13 to 20 named storms and 6 to 10 hurricanes. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli breaks down what we can expect this year.
The U.S. could be in for another active hurricane season in the months ahead.
Every 10 years, NOAA releases updated temperature and rainfall averages based on thousands of weather stations from across the country. Meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to explain why the latest normals are anything but normal.
Updated maps show how U.S. temperatures and rainfall patterns are shifting – and reveal some clues about the future.
NOAA says September's Arctic sea ice coverage was about 25 percent less than it was between 1981 and 2010. As America's only Arctic state, Alaska today faces unique challenges. One of those is the loss of permafrost, frozen earth that serves as the foundation for huge portions of the state. Jeff Glor reports.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the first nine months of 2017 were the second warmest since record keeping began in 1880. As CBSN's Reena Ninan explains, last month also saw the second smallest Antarctic sea ice area for any September since 1979.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Tuesday released new data projecting that warmer temperatures are the new "normal" for the U.S. The country has warmed by nearly two degrees over the last 100 years. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Beradelli joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what these rising temperatures mean.
Swimming with dolphins is a popular tourist activity in Hawaii. But that could be coming to an end. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration wants to ban boats and swimmers from getting too close to the mammals. Carter Evans reports from Oahu.
According to new NOAA climate data, the globe had the second-hottest April on record, and so far 2017 has been the second-hottest year to date. Arctic and Antarctic sea ice are also at record lows. NOAA climatologist Ahira Sanchez-Lugo joins CBSN with more on the report.
Many people rely on up-to-the-minute forecasts to prepare for severe weather. Now GOES-16, a new satellite sitting more than 22,000 miles above Earth, could help meteorologists better predict where and when storms will hit. Jan Crawford reports from the NOAA facility in Suitland, Maryland.
After storms like Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm Sandy, the United States has updated its computer systems to help citizens deal with natural disasters. With more on the new NOAA supercomputer, DeMarco Morgan joins CBSN from New York.
Scientists are predicting historically dry conditions this summer after a big part of the country dealt with its worst fire season ever. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the details.
The rise happened despite an estimated 7% reduction in global emissions due to the pandemic, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
On Monday, the Biden administration unveiled a major offshore wind plan for expansion of the industry. Washington Post senior national affairs correspondent Juliet Eilperin joins CBSN's Lana Zak with her analysis.
Last year, NOAA researcher Dave Wiley says he didn't see any whales off Cape Cod. Now, they're everywhere. Researchers enlisted the help of unlikely cameramen to learn more about the source of the increase. Vinita Nair reports.
The government's annual outlook predicts a 50 percent chance of below-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic Ocean. Gayle King reports.
More than 100 shipwrecks lay beneath the rushing surf of San Francisco Bay, where the Golden Gate Bridge meets the Pacific Ocean. KPIX's Andria Borba reports sonar surveying has given a clear picture of a new shipwreck.
Seals are typically resilient and adaptable to their environment, but a new study found that rapid warming in the past decade is causing a rampant physical decline in seals and their pups.
A report out this week by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says that the Arctic is changing even faster than scientists had previously predicted. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli explains what that means for climate action and why the U.S. may break its previous billion-dollar disaster record as climate change stirs up extreme weather and wildfires in 2020.
A team of NOAA oceanographers confirmed their discovery of a new type of comb jelly. The creature was first seen just off the coast of Puerto Rico. It's the first time NOAA has discovered a new species based solely off high definition video footage. Dr. Michael Ford was part of the team that made the discovery. He joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Iota is expected to bring "potentially catastrophic winds, life-threatening storm surge and extreme rainfall," the U.S. National Hurricane Center says.
A fast-strengthening Hurricane Iota intensified into an extremely dangerous Category 5 storm as it swept over the western Caribbean. The storm was approaching the same part of Central America battered by Hurricane Eta just over a week ago. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest.
Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being buried amid an escalating exchange of fire on the 132nd day of the war.
Lance Twiggs said in a recorded interview with a Utah prosecutor that he saw Robinson the day after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed.
Sen. Adam Schiff is launching a congressional inquiry into why the Justice Department shuttered a long-running criminal investigation into bacteria-tainted infant formula.
Washington, D.C., has height restrictions, and the National Planning Commission offered a solution to meet them for the 250-foot proposed arch.
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.
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
Sky-high housing prices make even starter homes too expensive for most Americans, housing data show.
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
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.
Washington, D.C., has height restrictions, and the National Planning Commission offered a solution to meet them for the 250-foot proposed arch.
Sky-high housing prices make even starter homes too expensive for most Americans, housing data show.
A federal court ruling enabled some taxpayers to seek refunds tied to COVID-era filing deadlines. But that window expires July 10 — here's what to know.
Sen. Adam Schiff is launching a congressional inquiry into why the Justice Department shuttered a long-running criminal investigation into bacteria-tainted infant formula.
Lance Twiggs said in a recorded interview with a Utah prosecutor that he saw Robinson the day after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed.
Sky-high housing prices make even starter homes too expensive for most Americans, housing data show.
A federal court ruling enabled some taxpayers to seek refunds tied to COVID-era filing deadlines. But that window expires July 10 — here's what to know.
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 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.
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.
Washington, D.C., has height restrictions, and the National Planning Commission offered a solution to meet them for the 250-foot proposed arch.
Sen. Adam Schiff is launching a congressional inquiry into why the Justice Department shuttered a long-running criminal investigation into bacteria-tainted infant formula.
The Secret Service advised that President Trump take the old plane to depart Turkey, according to people briefed on the situation.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
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.
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
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.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.
Investigators said Mackenzie Michalski and the suspect met at a nightclub and danced before leaving for the man's rented apartment.
The American defense firm Shield AI has played an increasingly important role in Ukraine's campaign of strikes in Russia.
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.
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 Iranian strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Jon Batiste performs the Ray Charles classic, "Georgia On My Mind," as America rings in its 250th birthday.
Julie Chen Moonves, who hosts "Big Brother," gives "CBS Mornings" a sneak peek inside the house ahead of the season 28 premiere.
Eva Marcille, who stars in "All the Queen's Men," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's fifth and final season.
"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 their cover of "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay" at the historic Woolworth Theatre in Nashville.
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.
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.
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 moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
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.
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
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.
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.
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
The suspect in Charlie Kirk's murder allegedly told his roommate he "wishes he hadn't done it," an interview played in court on Thursday revealed. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
U.S. Olympian David Hearn on Thursday pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Shanelle Kaul reports.
A critical hearing is continuing this week for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Lance Twiggs said in a recorded interview with a Utah prosecutor that he saw Robinson the day after Charlie Kirk was shot and killed.
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.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
The suspect in Charlie Kirk's murder allegedly told his roommate he "wishes he hadn't done it," an interview played in court on Thursday revealed. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Gambling is now a more popular leisure activity than reading and emerging tech has worsened diminishing attention spans, writer Rose Horowitch notes in her August cover story for The Atlantic. As less Americans read books and overall literacy declines, Horowitch says that a historic and unique era of reading has come to a close.
U.S. Olympian David Hearn on Thursday pleaded not guilty to damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Shanelle Kaul reports.
A critical hearing is continuing this week for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Jon Batiste performs the Ray Charles classic, "Georgia On My Mind," as America rings in its 250th birthday.