Texas governor blames power grid operator for storm disaster
Millions of Texans were under boil water notices Friday, and in many homes, taps were dry.
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Texas was "seconds and minutes" away from having blackouts for months
Some 4 million customers were without power in Texas this week. The top official at the state's power grid said it could have been worse.
Why does Texas have its own power grid?
Questions are being raised about Texas' independently owned power grid after millions of people were left in the dark amid a winter storm. Erin Douglas, an environment reporter for the Texas Tribune, joins CBSN to discuss how the state was able to avoid federal regulations, plus why Republicans were wrong in blaming the outages on renewable energy.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez raises $1 million for Texans
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is from New York, but the congresswoman is focusing on Texas this week after a storm left millions without power.
Texas weather woes foreshadow climate change disasters
Hot-weather infrastructure and an isolated power grid have left the state unprepared for extreme weather.
Over 13 million Texans facing water crisis after brutal winter storm
In many homes, the tap is dry. Finding bottled water is nearly impossible. Some have resorted to boiling snow.
Ted Cruz says he went to Cancun amid Texas crisis to be "good dad"
The Republican senator returned home Thursday afternoon.
Winter storm devastates Texas as millions face water crisis
Nearly half of Texas residents don't have access to clean, running water.
Texas hospitals suffer from water issues amid widespread power outages
An Austin hospital had to transport the most in-need patients to other facilities.
How you can help Texas during the winter weather emergency
The cold weather and lack of power have led to a rise in 911 calls and hospitalizations. Here's how to help.
"Mattress Mack" opens stores as shelter
The Houston furniture store owner known as "Mattress Mack" has opened up his stores to hundreds of people who are without power and heat after the deadly snowstorm. "Tough times never last, tough Texans do," he told CBS Houston affiliate KHOU-TV.
"Mattress Mack" opens Texas furniture store as shelter
"Tough times never last, tough Texans do, and we'll get through this also," the local hero said.
Multiple animals die at sanctuary after winter blast cuts power
Among the deceased animals was 58-year-old Violet, who was the sanctuary's oldest chimp.
Blame game ongoing over Texas power outages
As millions of Texas residents suffer in the miserable conditions, questions remain about who is responsible for leaving the state so vulnerable. Omar Villafranca offers a reality check on why this is happening.
Texas governor details plan to restore power to millions
Millions are without power as a large swath of the state is under yet another winter storm warning.
Texas mayor resigns after telling residents "only the strong will survive"
"No one owes you [or] your family anything; nor is it the local government's responsibility to support you during trying times like this!" said the former mayor.
Frigid temperatures cripple Texas power grid as death toll climbs
More than 2.5 million Texas homes and businesses are still without power and at least 24 people have been killed so far as a second winter storm targets the East Coast.
Northerners share winter tips with Texans amid frigid storms
Power outages can be dangerous for those unprepared for intense cold in a variety of ways. Twitter users shared some basic safety tips with Southerners who are not accustomed to these temperatures.
Texas power outages stretch into third day amid record cold
Anger in Texas over power outages during record winter freeze continued to mount as millions in the energy capital of the U.S. remained shivering.
Austin mayor: Vulnerable residents need power "now" after storm leaves millions in the dark
Texas is the only state in the continental U.S. that has its own power grid. Unlike the Eastern and Western power grid networks, which serve the rest of the country, Texas' power grid is not subject to federal regulation.
Winter storm kills at least 11, leaves millions without power
Frigid temperatures kept their grip on Texas, where some four million homes and businesses had outages.
Winter storm moves east after hitting Midwest
A major winter storm is moving east after slamming parts of the Midwest. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN to discuss the storm's path and which areas could expect a white Christmas.
Thousands in SoCal without power on Thanksgiving due to fire risk
Southern California Edison considering blackouts for more than 88,000 customers to avoid sparking a blaze as Santa Ana winds expected to pick up.
Hurricane Delta makes landfall in Louisiana
Heavy rain and strong winds are again pounding coastal Louisiana and portions of Texas and Mississippi after Hurricane Delta made landfall Friday evening. It has since been downgraded to a tropical storm, though the system has left more than 600,000 people without power. David Begnaud reports from Lafayette, Louisiana.
Hundreds of thousands still without power in Louisiana
The coastline devastated by Hurricane Laura has started a long and gloomy recovery as residents confront the possibility that basic services may not return for weeks – or longer.
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Adviser to Iran's supreme leader says "ball is in Trump's court"
It remains unclear how close the U.S. and Iran are to striking a deal to end the Iran war amid continued hostilities between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah.
DOJ confirms in court papers the "anti-weaponization fund" isn't going forward
In a pair of legal filings Friday, the Justice Department stated in writing for what appears to be the first time that a controversial $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization fund" will not continue.
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After deadly bus crash, investigators probe company's links to other carriers
The company that operated a bus involved in a deadly crash in Virginia last week has ties to a broader network of travel firms, including one shut down by regulators a decade ago, a CBS News investigation has found.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
Heightened security for Trump attending NBA Finals includes ban on bags at MSG
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
Graham Platner faces another controversy days ahead of Maine Senate primary
This week, the New York Times reported allegations of Platner's "unsettling" behavior toward women he dated, including one claim that he was physically abusive, which Platner denies.
Judge refers DOJ lawyers for possible discipline over handling of transgender care probe
U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy had lambasted Justice Department lawyers in a decision last month and accused them of misrepresenting and withholding information.
Trump says he wants Pulte to "start the process" of shrinking intel office
President Trump told the Wall Street Journal he may even want to terminate the Office of the Director of National Intelligence altogether.
Ned Jarrett, NASCAR Hall of Famer and CBS announcer, dies at 93
Ned Jarrett was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011 after 50 career wins on the sport's top circuit.
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Park ranger dies after falling into crevasse on America's tallest peak
The National Park Service said a ranger in Alaska fell into a crevasse and died on North America's tallest mountain.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
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After deadly bus crash, investigators probe company's links to other carriers
The company that operated a bus involved in a deadly crash in Virginia last week has ties to a broader network of travel firms, including one shut down by regulators a decade ago, a CBS News investigation has found.
The job market is much stronger than economists expected. Why?
Americans say it's tough to find a job, but employers just added a surprisingly strong 172,000 new hires in May.
Graham Platner faces another controversy days ahead of Maine Senate primary
This week, the New York Times reported allegations of Platner's "unsettling" behavior toward women he dated, including one claim that he was physically abusive, which Platner denies.
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The job market is much stronger than economists expected. Why?
Americans say it's tough to find a job, but employers just added a surprisingly strong 172,000 new hires in May.
Second Facebook privacy settlement payment is coming soon
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
The U.S. is minting more millionaires than ever. Here's why.
A stock market boom is elevating more Americans into the ranks of the nation's millionaires, a new study finds.
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Heightened security for Trump attending NBA Finals includes ban on bags at MSG
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
DOJ confirms in court papers the "anti-weaponization fund" isn't going forward
In a pair of legal filings Friday, the Justice Department stated in writing for what appears to be the first time that a controversial $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization fund" will not continue.
Graham Platner faces another controversy days ahead of Maine Senate primary
This week, the New York Times reported allegations of Platner's "unsettling" behavior toward women he dated, including one claim that he was physically abusive, which Platner denies.
Judge refers DOJ lawyers for possible discipline over handling of transgender care probe
U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy had lambasted Justice Department lawyers in a decision last month and accused them of misrepresenting and withholding information.
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In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
Possible flesh-eating screwworm case in Texas, USDA says
A possible case of the flesh-eating New World screwworm is being investigated in Texas, the USDA reported Wednesday.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
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Putin sees "no point" in meeting with Zelenskyy to discuss ending war
President Zelenskyy chided Putin in his first public message to the Russian leader, who called it "boorish" on Friday.
Mom of American missing in Japan says they argued over ChatGPT
James "Weston" Higginbotham went missing one week ago while on a family vacation in Japan.
Rare Roman-era gold ring found by metal detectorist
The Ilminster Ring was originally found by an amateur metal detectorist in 2018 and bought this week for more than $100,000.
Thieves who stole 2,500-year-old gold relics from museum sentenced
A Netherlands court said the three men warranted a custodial sentence "because of the nature and gravity" of their crime.
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Adviser to Iran's supreme leader says "ball is in Trump's court"
It remains unclear how close the U.S. and Iran are to striking a deal to end the Iran war amid continued hostilities between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah.
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Anthony Head, "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Ted Lasso" star, dies at 72
Anthony Head played librarian and mentor Rupert Giles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and recently appeared in "Ted Lasso."
What to expect ahead of the 2026 Tony Awards
The 2026 Tony Awards are taking place at New York City's Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 7, at 8 p.m. ET. Tony Award-winning actress Laura Benanti joins with her take on Broadway's biggest night.
Nick Jonas talks new movie "Power Ballad"
Nick Jonas speaks with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the new film "Power Ballad." He explains how he reflected on his own life for the movie, why it's relatable and what it was like working with Paul Rudd. Jonas also reveals what's next for him.
Pope Leo XIV is visiting Spain
Pope Leo XIV is visiting Spain during the same time that musician Bad Bunny is expected to be there. CBS News' Chris Livesay has more on a potential meeting.
Laverne Cox on career, trauma and healing
Laverne Cox made history as the first openly transgender actress nominated for a primetime Emmy for her role in "Orange is the New Black" - but before her award-winning career she almost quit Hollywood. She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about confronting her childhood trauma, her healing journey and more.
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Anthropic on global pause on AI development
Anthropic is urging a pause in AI development amid growing concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's motives. Vicky Ge Huang, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
Alarm over computer "worms" created with AI
Experts are warning about computer "worms" created with AI that can infect devices and harm users without restraint. University of Toronto professor Nicolas Papernot joins with more.
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.
New details on SpaceX IPO plans
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Judge orders detention of ex-CIA official found with $40 million in gold bars
Former CIA official David Rush was arrested in May after FBI agents found gold bars worth about $40 million at his home while probing whether he had lied about his educational and military background, according to court records.
Man attacks 21-year-old over lake access
Steven Dana, 70, is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, after a video emerged of him attacking a 21-year-old man who was riding a jet ski in Massachusetts' Lake Maspenock with friends. CBS News Boston's Anna Meiler reports.
Man gets life in prison for double murder scheme in affair with au pair
Brendan Banfield, a former IRS law enforcement officer, claimed he shot Joseph Ryan after he came across Ryan attacking his wife.
Thieves who stole 2,500-year-old gold relics from museum sentenced
A Netherlands court said the three men warranted a custodial sentence "because of the nature and gravity" of their crime.
Actor James Handy fatally stabbed, police say
Actor James Handy, famous for his roles in "Top Gun: Maverick" and "Jumanji," was stabbed to death at a home in the Tarzana neighborhood of Los Angeles on Wednesday, officials say. His girlfriend's son, Michael Gledhill, was arrested on suspicion of murder. CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi reports.
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Small leaks found on ISS
Five astronauts were briefly forced to take shelter, or "safe haven," while new air leaks were being repaired on the International Space Station. The astronauts boarded a spacecraft attached to the ISS while two cosmonauts assessed the situation. The crew resumed normal duties about two hours later. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
House approves new funding for Ukraine
The House of Representatives approved new funding for Ukraine after 18 Republicans broke with GOP leaders and voted with Democrats. Eleanor Mueller, Semafor White House economic policy reporter, and Igor Bobic, U.S. Senate reporter for NOTUS, join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Ballroom donors won new contracts: watchdog
As the legal battle over President Trump's ballroom plays out, a new report from the watchdog group Public Citizen found that ballroom donors won new $50 billion in new government contracts. In response, the White House called the contracts "fake conflicts of interest." Robert Weissman, the co-president of Public Citizen, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Breaking down California's ballot counting
The wheels of democracy slowly turned in California on Friday as the U.S. continued to wait for the winner to be declared in two high-profile primaries. 3.5 million ballots have yet to be counted. CBS News election law expert and contributor David Becker has more.
Petro on Trump, Colombia's election
Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro told CBS News' Lilia Luciano that "without a doubt" President Trump is interfering in his country's election by endorsing right-wing candidate Abelardo De La Espriella. "Any interference by one country over another in order to determine the destiny of another is an attempt against freedom," Petro said.