State of emergency declared after "deliberate" attack causes power outage
DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said Monday that an investigation was underway to determine whether it was "an act of malfeasance or otherwise."
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FBI investigates power substation damage
Tens of thousands remain without power in Moore County, North Carolina, after two power substations were damaged by gunfire. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss the latest on the situation.
"Targeted" attacks cause North Carolina outage
Gunfire at two power substations in North Carolina has caused widespread outages. Moore County has declared a state of emergency as roughly 35,000 customers are still without power. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Mass power outage in North Carolina caused by gunfire, repairs could take days
Investigators were still working to determine a motive, but the county sheriff said those responsible "knew exactly what they were doing" and that the attack was "targeted."
Power station sabotoge
Tens of thousands were left without power in North Carolina after two power substations were damaged by gunfire, officials said. Power in Moore County may not be fully restored until as late as Thursday. Mark Strassmann reports.
N.C. county orders mandatory curfew after power outage
A North Carolina county has ordered a mandatory curfew after 40,000 homes lost electricity this week. Police say the power outage is due to two substations were damaged by gunfire.
Marine veterans sue over alleged toxic water
A CBS News investigation revealed some Marines may have been exposed to toxic water over a 34-year period at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Now, one Marine veteran is speaking out to CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge about his frustration with fighting the U.S. government for funds set aside for the toxic water exposure.
Camp Lejeune Marine vets sue over alleged toxic water exposure
"Nobody told us anything about chemicals," said Bruno Teixeira, who is suing for damages. "But we did notice that the water did have a strange taste and smell."
Nature: Bears in North Carolina
We leave you this Sunday morning with black bears in Tyrrell County, North Carolina, preparing for a long winter's nap. Videographer: Carl Mrozek.
Mexican prosecutors identify U.S. suspect in killing of Shanquella Robinson
The victim, Shanquella Robinson, was seen being assaulted in a cell phone video which went viral.
Two killed in TV news helicopter crash
CBS affiliate WBTV meteorologist Jason Myers and pilot Chip Tayag were killed in a helicopter crash in Charlotte, North Carolina. Mark Strassman has the tragic story.
Local meteorologist and pilot killed in North Carolina helicopter crash
CBS Charlotte affiliate WBTV identified the two people killed as Jason Myers, a meteorologist at the station, and Chip Tayag, the helicopter's pilot.
2 killed in North Carolina helicopter crash
Two people were killed in a helicopter in North Carolina Tuesday. The helicopter went down near an interstate south of Charlotte, police said. The cause of the crash was under investigation.
Biden opens holidays, pardoning turkeys Chocolate and Chip
For the second time, the president played his part in the 75-year tradition of issuing a presidential pardon to keep a pair of turkeys off the holiday dinner table.
Family seeks answers in woman's death
A North Carolina family is pushing for answers after 25-year-old Shanquella Robinson died on a trip with friends to Mexico last month. Her mother talked with CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Dana Jacobson about why she doesn't believe her daughter died of alcohol poisoning, as she was initially told.
Sheriff reelected 2 weeks after resigning for racist comments
He was reelected a month after the district attorney petitioned for his removal because of "highly inappropriate and racially charged statements" recorded in 2019.
North Carolina Senate race: Ted Budd projected winner over Cheri Beasley
GOP Rep. Ted Budd faced former state Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley for retiring Sen. Richard Burr's seat.
Senate race in dead heat in North Carolina
North Carolina voters are deciding between Democrat Cheri Beasley and Rep. Tedd Budd, a Republican, for their next U.S. senator. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice gives an update on the tight race, and what matters most to voters.
Tight race for North Carolina Senate seat
Republican Ted Budd and Democrat Cheri Beasley are duking it out for an open Senate seat in North Carolina. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins Errol Barnett and Lilia Luciano from Durham, North Carolina, with details.
Ohio Senate race heats up
Ohio's U.S. Senate candidates took to the stage in a town hall Tuesday hosted by Fox News. Rep. Tim Ryan and J.D. Vance addressed questions about the economy, abortion rights, and the recent attack on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, Paul. CBS News Political Director Fin Gomez breaks down the key takeaways.
"Rogue nurse" charged with murder in deaths of 2 patients in N.C.
"What upsets me about these kinds of cases is that we have a particularly vulnerable kind of victim," the DA said.
Obama endorses Cheri Beasley in North Carolina Senate race
Former President Barack Obama has endorsed North Carolina U.S. Senate candidate Cheri Beasley in a new campaign ad.
18-month-old in critical condition after North Carolina shooting
The shooting occurred during a celebration of life for a community member, who died recently in a car accident.
Suspect in Raleigh shootings found with 2 guns after deadly rampage
Three women, a man and the suspect's older brother were killed in the Oct. 13 shootings that began in Raleigh's Hedingham neighborhood.
Hornets' James Bouknight was unconscious, holding gun before DWI arrest, police say
Charlotte Hornets guard James Bouknight was arrested on DWI charges on Sunday morning, police said.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
12 key races that will determine who controls the Senate
Republicans are fighting to hold onto their majority in the Senate, where the GOP currently controls 53 seats. To take control, Democrats would need to net four seats in November's election.
Lindsay Clancy's attorney says he will ask for case to be thrown out
Kevin Reddington, the lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, said he will present a motion to dismiss on Sept. 29 at a previously scheduled status hearing.
Trump gave $45,000 gift to Natalie Harp, 2 other aides
A White House spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday that Mr. Trump "has a longstanding practice of giving Christmas gifts to people in his orbit."
Rhode Island's governor faces formidable primary opponent
The incumbent governor and the mayor of Providence may be ousted by their Democratic challengers.
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Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
Trump administration to ban some Canadian motorcycles, dairy, alcohol
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
Apple event expected to debut foldable iPhone and new CEO John Ternus
Apple's Sept. 9 tech showcase is set to feature new CEO John Ternus unveiling its first foldable iPhone and the iPhone 18.
Bombardier caught in the crossfire of escalating U.S.-Canada feud
President Trump threatened to ban Bombardier sales in the U.S. as Canada's retaliatory tariffs take effect. Here's what to know about the aircraft maker.
Goldman Sachs warns oil prices could hit $120 as U.S. fuel costs surge
Higher gas and diesel prices have cost Americans an additional $100 billion since the Iran war began, according to a Brown University tracker.
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12 key races that will determine who controls the Senate
Republicans are fighting to hold onto their majority in the Senate, where the GOP currently controls 53 seats. To take control, Democrats would need to net four seats in November's election.
Trump gave $45,000 gift to Natalie Harp, 2 other aides
A White House spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday that Mr. Trump "has a longstanding practice of giving Christmas gifts to people in his orbit."
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Don Jr.'s VC firm rejects Rep. Raskin's accusations of "insider political influence"
Rep. Jamie Raskin launched an investigation last month into the president's son's investment firm and its "almost clairvoyant" business moves.
Rhode Island's governor faces formidable primary opponent
The incumbent governor and the mayor of Providence may be ousted by their Democratic challengers.
A generation of kids suffers as Trump destabilizes immigrant families
Children in immigrant families are facing multiple health threats from President Trump's policies.
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A generation of kids suffers as Trump destabilizes immigrant families
Children in immigrant families are facing multiple health threats from President Trump's policies.
NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
Dawn Jemison started dealing with pelvic pain as a preteen. It took decades to learn why — and to find a solution.
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Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
"Exceptionally well-preserved" tomb of ancient judge found in Egypt
Many of the paintings in the tomb have retained their original colors despite spending more than 40 centuries buried beneath the desert sands, officials said.
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Oil hits $100 per barrel as U.S. and Iran launch new attacks
The price of crude oil hit a seven-week high after the U.S. said it blew up five more Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation from Tehran.
London police use tech to tackle masked phone snatchers
Police say fewer people in London are getting their phones stolen by criminals speeding by on bikes and mopeds thanks to a dedicated task force with an "eye in the sky."
U.S. envoy warns U.K. against new plan to sanction Israeli settlements
Britain and 11 other U.S. allies say they'll sanction trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank, citing an "unprecedented level of settler violence."
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Stella Parton sits down with "CBS Mornings"
Stella Parton sits down with Gayle King for her first interview since her sister Dolly's death in late August. The full interview airs Thursday, Sept. 10, on "CBS Mornings."
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Dolly Parton's sister shares why the country music star kept her cancer battle private
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
Ben Shelton beats Carlos Alcaraz in U.S. Open's latest-finishing match ever
Ben Shelton ended Carlos Alcaraz's title reign in the latest-finishing match in U.S. Open history, pulling out the victory in a marathon tussle that ended at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday.
Details on new Elizabeth Holmes doc
Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's new documentary about Elizabeth Holmes is "probably the wildest documentary I've ever seen," according to Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair's senior Hollywood correspondent, who was there for the documentary's secret premiere. Ford joined CBS News with more details.
John Legend announces new album
John Legend announced a new album, "Muse," set to be released in late October. Legend sat down with Nate Burleson to discuss the album's new sound and his collaboration with Pharrell.
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Ex-Anthropic researcher warns about AI
A former Anthropic researcher who recently resigned spoke out on social media, saying he thinks the current rate of unchecked AI development could "kill us all." Jo Ling Kent reports.
Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
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.
Apple event expected to debut foldable iPhone and new CEO John Ternus
Apple's Sept. 9 tech showcase is set to feature new CEO John Ternus unveiling its first foldable iPhone and the iPhone 18.
Data center development turns some landowners into millionaires
Most Americans say they're opposed to data centers. But a lucky few have gotten rich selling their land to data center developers.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Lindsay Clancy's attorney says he will ask for case to be thrown out
Kevin Reddington, the lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, said he will present a motion to dismiss on Sept. 29 at a previously scheduled status hearing.
Lindsay Clancy trial juror speaks out
The high-profile murder trial of Lindsay Clancy ended in a mistrial after jurors could not come to a unanimous decision on the verdict. Now, one juror is speaking about what went on during deliberations. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Lindsay Clancy jurors speak out
Jurors from the Lindsay Clancy murder trial are speaking out after it was declared a mistrial last week. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asks Trump for pardon
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer spoke with CBS News Boston on Tuesday, explaining why he'd asked President Trump to somehow pardon her, as she is still under state indictment for killing her three children. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Thieves on the run after Renoir paintings stolen in France
Four Renoir paintings worth an estimated $10.5 million were stolen from a French museum, though they abandoned two of the paintings as they fled. Two suspected thieves are still on the run.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
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.
Photos show 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.
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New video of Amazon plane crash
New video released by the National Transportation Safety Board shows how far the Amazon cargo plane skidded after it overshot a runway at the Miami International Airport on Sunday. Skyler Henry reports.
Ex-Anthropic researcher warns about AI
A former Anthropic researcher who recently resigned spoke out on social media, saying he thinks the current rate of unchecked AI development could "kill us all." Jo Ling Kent reports.
Rare access to a secret Afghan girls' school
Five years ago, the Taliban barred young women in Afghanistan from getting an education past sixth grade. Imtiaz Tyab gets a rare look inside a school where teenagers risk their lives to study in secret.
Norah O'Donnell on donating blood, iron levels
Norah O'Donnell shared with Dr. Courtney Lawrence on "Healthful" that she's a genetic carrier of a disease that causes higher iron levels in her family. She said donating blood helps keep her iron levels lower.
Inside a secret school for Afghan girls
After the Taliban retook control of Afghanistan, they barred girls and women from getting an education past the sixth grade. In a quiet corner of Kabul, a secret school is defying the ban. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab was invited inside to hear their stories.