Pennsylvania flooding after heavy rains
Waves of rain are drenching neighborhoods from the Carolinas to New England. In Pennsylvania, some have had to escape flooded homes and cars by boat. CBS News correspondent DeMarco Morgan reports.
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Dangerous flooding continues in Eastern U.S. as wildfires burn out West
County surrounding Pennsylvania's capital has been drenched with 78 billion gallons of water -- enough to fill more than 115 Olympic swimming pools
Heavy rains prompt flooding
Parts of the Northeast and the mid-Atlantic have seen nearly 10 inches of rain and more is expected. In areas like Baltimore, the severe weather prompted flooding. CBS News correspondent DeMarco Morgan is in Pennsylvania with the latest.
East Coast flood warnings
From the Carolinas to New York, flood watches and warnings are in effect. Flooding has already hit Pennsylvania, forcing evacuations. CBS News correspondent Tony Dokoupil has the latest.
Injuries reported in blast at Pennsylvania Army depot
Small explosion in vehicle shop at Army depot injures four workers, three of them seriously
Woman charged in death of baby blamed on drugs in breast milk
Prosecutors say Samantha Jones had been prescribed methadone because of an addiction to painkillers
Mayor slammed for suggesting Antwon Rose protesters be hit with water cannons
Mayor's controversial Facebook posts came during protests over the shooting death of 17-year-old Antwon Rose Jr. by a white police officer in East Pittsburgh
Feds indict man for allegedly trafficking thousands of turtles
A grand jury indicted David Sommers for allegedly smuggling more than 3,500 protected turtles from New Jersey.
Speeding car flies into brick house
A driver has been charged with DUI after his car crashed into a home in Pennsylvania.
Speeding car flies into house, driver charged with DUI
The driver told officials his shoe got "stuck on the accelerator" before the crash
"Shockingly violent": Man tased in back while sitting on curb sues officer, city
Sean Williams was sitting on a curb when an officer fired a stun gun at his back
Starbucks fires Philly employee accused of mocking stuttering customer
Starbucks says Philadelphia employee's behavior did not reflect the experience customers should have
Heat wave blamed for at least 3 deaths in Northeast
Highs in region expected to approach triple digits Wednesday
Toomey says Trump trade policies have potential to cause harm in Pennsylvania
"It's going to be harmful to my home state," Toomey said of the president's trade policies
Pennsylvania officer charged with homicide
East Pittsburgh Police Officer Michael Rosfeld is charged with criminal homicide in the death of 17-year-old Antwon Rose Jr., who was shot as he ran from a car last week. CBS Pittsburgh's Amy Wadas joins CBSN with the latest.
Protesters halt rush hour traffic over fatal police shooting of teen
"Three shots to the back, how do you justify that?" protesters chanted Tuesday morning
Popular DJ accused of killing elementary school teacher in 1992
Police use genealogical information from close relative to identify suspect in rape, strangulation of teacher
Officer under investigation after fatal shooting
A police officer in East Pittsburgh remains under investigation this weekend after he shot and killed a 17-year-old boy who was running from the police. Nikki Battiste reports.
Teen sucked into storm drain
Ben Smith was helping his neighbors in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, during a storm when he was sucked into a drain pipe. "My foot slipped and I flew in very quickly," said the 18-year-old. He tells CBS Pittsburgh's Ross Guidotti the harrowing story.
Pennsylvania teen survives being sucked into storm drain
About 100 yards from where he was sucked in, he shot out of the drainage pipe into a pond
Protests over fatal police shooting of teen stop traffic in Pittsburgh
New details are emerging about the deadly police shooting of 17-year-old Antwon Rose Jr. The district attorney confirmed Rose was unarmed at the time, but did have an empty 9-millimeter handgun clip in his pocket. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.
Woman's body found after floodwaters wreak havoc in Pennsylvania
Diners at the Trolley Stop Inn in hard-hit Bethel Park stood on tables as they awaited rescue
Unarmed 17-year-old shot in Pittsburgh
Large crowds of protesters blocked streets in east Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, calling for change after an officer shot and killed an unarmed 17-year-old. Cell phone video appears to show Antwon Rose Jr. running from police on Tuesday night. Three gunshots can be heard, but police say the video might not tell the whole story. Susan Koeppen of CBS Pittsburgh station KDKA reports.
Officer who fatally shot running teen was just sworn in
Cellphone video appears to show 17-year-old Antwon Rose Jr. running from police when three shots ring out
Two tornadoes cause severe damage in Pennsylvania
National Weather Service officials confirm two tornadoes touched down in northeast Pennsylvania late at night
Trump cancels housing bill signing, reiterates demand for SAVE America Act
President Trump canceled a planned signing ceremony on Wednesday for a housing affordability bill that passed Congress by wide bipartisan margins.
Two 7+ magnitude earthquakes strike Venezuela, heavy damage reported
A pair of earthquakes, the first measuring a magnitude of 7.2 and the second measuring in at 7.5, were reported Wednesday evening in northwest Venezuela, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Trump has testy meeting with GOP senators, telling Cassidy to sit down
President Trump met with Republican senators soon after canceling plans to sign bipartisan housing affordability legislation at the Capitol.
Military requiring flu vaccines for recruits as Air Force base deals with outbreak
All military branches began requiring recruits to get flu vaccines earlier this month, an exception to Pete Hegseth's decision to lift the military's vaccine mandate, a Pentagon official said.
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U.N. nuclear agency chief says Iran inspections will happen, at some point
After conflicting remarks from Iran and the U.S., the U.N. nuclear agency chief says Iranian sites will be inspected, but the timing is "not essential."
Trump admin. asks Congress for $88B in supplemental funds for Iran war, other needs
The Trump administration on Wednesday sent Congress a long-awaited supplemental funding package to help cover the cost of the Iran war.
Air Canada flight diverted to Boston airport due to "incapacitated" pilot
An Air Canada flight out of Newark, New Jersey was forced to divert and land at Boston's Logan Airport after the pilot became "incapacitated," Massachusetts State Police said.
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Trump to ask Congress to make 15% ethanol-gas blend permanent
E15 is usually only available part of the year to help ease high gas prices under a waiver from the EPA.
Appeals court rejects Trump administration's bid for Michigan's voter rolls
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit is the first appeals court to weigh in on the Trump administration's attempts to obtain sensitive voter information from 30 states and D.C.
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Crews battling massive fire in Allentown
Crews are battling a massive fire in Allentown Wednesday night, and nearby residents are being asked to evacuate their homes.
Military requiring flu vaccines for recruits as Air Force base deals with outbreak
All military branches began requiring recruits to get flu vaccines earlier this month, an exception to Pete Hegseth's decision to lift the military's vaccine mandate, a Pentagon official said.
Appeals court rejects Trump administration's bid for Michigan's voter rolls
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit is the first appeals court to weigh in on the Trump administration's attempts to obtain sensitive voter information from 30 states and D.C.
Trump has testy meeting with GOP senators, telling Cassidy to sit down
President Trump met with Republican senators soon after canceling plans to sign bipartisan housing affordability legislation at the Capitol.
Some states want to regulate prediction markets. Should the feds let them?
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has sued nine states to block them from regulating prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
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Trump to ask Congress to make 15% ethanol-gas blend permanent
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Can Slate's $24,950 electric pickup truck win over EV skeptics?
Backed by Jeff Bezos, Slate's EV pickup sells for about half the cost of a typical new vehicle. But car experts say its unconventional design may be a hurdle.
Chemours to pay $450M in first federal "forever chemicals" settlement
Chemical maker Chemours allegedly discharged chemicals linked to cancer and other health conditions in three states.
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Senate rejects measure to restrict Trump's Iran war powers as key Republicans shift
The Senate late Wednesday rejected a measure aimed at restricting President Trump's power to wage war against Iran, a victory for Senate GOP leadership — and a shift from one day earlier.
Military requiring flu vaccines for recruits as Air Force base deals with outbreak
All military branches began requiring recruits to get flu vaccines earlier this month, an exception to Pete Hegseth's decision to lift the military's vaccine mandate, a Pentagon official said.
CBS News poll finds more oppose than favor data centers in their area
Most Americans expect data centers to negatively impact the environment, local resources, although some see economic benefits
Espaillat's loss a political earthquake for House Dems, Hispanic caucus
Five-term incumbent Rep. Adriano Espaillat was defeated in the Democratic primary Tuesday night in a stunning upset by political newcomer and democratic socialist Darializa Avila Chevalier.
Trump admin. asks Congress for $88B in supplemental funds for Iran war, other needs
The Trump administration on Wednesday sent Congress a long-awaited supplemental funding package to help cover the cost of the Iran war.
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Medicare's AI push snarls patients and doctors in errors and delays
Medicare is testing the use of artificial intelligence to preapprove several healthcare services.
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo top 1,000, deaths surpass 250, officials say
Confirmed Ebola cases in the outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said, and tracing those who've been in contact with patients remains a major challenge.
Affordable healthcare emerges as a voter priority in purple Nevada
The Trump administration's cuts to Medicaid and SNAP may complicate Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo's reelection chances.
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Fighting childhood obesity, for a healthier, longer life
In 1970, about 1 in 20 children were affected by obesity; today, it's 1 in 5. Dr. Jonathan LaPook looks at programs aimed at helping kids (and their families) get healthy the old-fashioned way, by eating right and exercising.
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Trump-backed candidate declared winner of Colombia's presidential runoff
Abelardo de la Espriella, a millionaire political newcomer, has been declared Colombia's next president.
Two 7+ magnitude earthquakes strike Venezuela, heavy damage reported
A pair of earthquakes, the first measuring a magnitude of 7.2 and the second measuring in at 7.5, were reported Wednesday evening in northwest Venezuela, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Trump admin. asks Congress for $88B in supplemental funds for Iran war, other needs
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TV host sorry for slamming player for leaving World Cup for baby's birth
France Pierron described childbirth as "a disgusting moment, excuse me, where the dad is useless" during a TV appearance.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
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Inside Kidz Bop as it celebrates 25 years
Since Kidz Bop started, it has racked up 45 No. 1s on the Billboard kid albums chart. "CBS Mornings" goes behind the scenes as Kidz Bop celebrates 25 years and meets a Broadway performer who credits the company for his start in the industry.
Clive Davis biographer remembers music icon
Record label executive and starmaker Clive Davis died at 94 on Monday. His influence spans genres and decades. Music critic and Davis biographer Anthony DeCurtis reflects on the life and legacy of Clive Davis.
Jim Parsons on Broadway musical debut
Jim Parsons speaks about starring in the musical "Titaníque," which is a comedic retelling of the story of the "Titanic," from the perspective and songs of Celine Dion. Parsons talks about why he wanted to portray's Rose's mother, the show's impact on the LGBTQ+ community and the cast.
Clive Davis dies at 94
Clive Davis, known for propelling artists across genres to stardom, died Monday at the age of 94. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King looks back at his legacy in the music industry.
Actor James Handy's alleged killer found mentally incompetent for prosecution
A judge has found that a man charged with murder in the stabbing of actor James Handy isn't mentally competent for criminal court proceedings.
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U.S. aims to break AI reliance on China
The U.S. is trying to break the West's reliance on Chinese artificial intelligence supply chains with an international accord called Pax Silica. Its goal is to shore up supplies of essential components used in high-end computer chips, which power advanced AI models. CBS News coordinating producer Richard Escobedo has more.
Meta creating prediction market app, NYT says
Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, which allow people to bet on nearly anything, are big business, and Meta is hoping to get in on the action, according to a new report from the New York Times. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
CBS News poll finds more oppose than favor data centers in their area
Most Americans expect data centers to negatively impact the environment, local resources, although some see economic benefits
Zuckerberg could be betting on new app
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Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
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Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
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Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
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Seahorses and seadragons, some of Nature's most curious creatures
Seahorses are unique ocean inhabitants with a head like a horse, a pouch like a kangaroo, a tail like a monkey, and the ability to camouflage themselves like a chameleon. They also exhibit an unconventional gender dynamic, in that the males do the work of carrying around fertilized eggs. Correspondent Conor Knighton goes in search of these fascinating fish – and their equally fascinating cousins, seadragons – at the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in California.
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Searches conducted in NYPD bribery probe
The FBI, NYPD and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York carried out searches across New York City Wednesday as part of a bribery investigation into current and former members of the NYPD. The searches stem from an ongoing investigation into the conduct of former NYPD chief of department Jeffrey Maddrey, a source says. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Trump-linked firm is lobbying for pardons
Mo Strategies, a firm linked to President Trump, is lobbying for pardons, according to a CBS News investigation. CBS News' Gabe Kaminsky has more.
Eric Adams' former chief of staff arrested
Frank Carone, the former chief of staff to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams, was arrested as part of a federal bribery probe, sources say. Meanwhile, the FBI and NYPD are investigating former NYPD officials for bribery. CBS News' Anna Shecter has more.
Vegas murder solved 20 years after man strangled with phone cord
DNA testing has identified a suspect in the 2005 murder of Daniel Zeisler in Las Vegas, according to a forensic lab.
TSA seizes illegal drones by World Cup arenas
Despite repeated warnings, many drone operators are allegedly violating flight restrictions near World Cup sites, the TSA says. Meanwhile, more drones are being integrated into the U.S. national airspace and military operations. Drone expert Tombo Jones joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to comment on drone technology.
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Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
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Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
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Back-to-back powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela
Two strong earthquakes hit west of Venezuela's capital on Wednesday. Scientists are estimating high casualties and extensive damage. BBC News' Vanessa Silva has the latest from Caracas.
Previewing U.S. World Cup match against Turkey
The USMNT will take on Turkey Thursday in its final group stage match before heading to the knockout round. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes reports from the team's base camp in California.
U.S. aims to break AI reliance on China
The U.S. is trying to break the West's reliance on Chinese artificial intelligence supply chains with an international accord called Pax Silica. Its goal is to shore up supplies of essential components used in high-end computer chips, which power advanced AI models. CBS News coordinating producer Richard Escobedo has more.
What are Miranda Rights?
CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson takes a closer look at Miranda Rights and how they factored into the Supreme Court's decision to reinstate the murder conviction against Pedro Hernandez in the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz.
What happened at Trump-Senate GOP meeting
President Trump held a tense meeting with Senate Republicans on Wednesday, hours after he suddenly canceled a signing ceremony for newly passed housing affordability legislation. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the details. Then, New York Times congressional correspondent Robert Jimison joins to discuss further.