Tropical Storm Michael sparks state of emergency in Florida
Florida Gov. Rick Scott warned residents Sunday night the storm could become a Category 2 hurricane by the time it makes landfall
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Bill Nelson, Rick Scott square off in lively Florida Senate debate
Nelson is considered to be one of the most vulnerable Democratic senators up for re-election in 2018
Amid criticism, GOP candidates are now talking about health care on campaign trail
Democrats have been highlighting health care leading up to the midterm elections, as Republicans touted the tax cut they passed last year
Bill Nelson releases first TV ad for Senate re-election bid
Nelson's campaign says this is part of a "massive" media buy. Opponent Rick Scott released an ad Tuesday about the time he spent living in public housing
Florida primary for governor an election Trump is watching
Florida voters head to the polls to replace Republican Gov. Rick Scott
Red and blue: The toxic algae that are a key issue in Florida's elections
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Trump rallies Florida supporters for Ron DeSantis as governor
Trump will hold a rally in Tampa Tuesday to show support for the Republican congressman
Judge asked to lift Florida’s campus ban on early voting
Gov. Rick Scott's administration has called the lawsuit "frivolous"
Report: Emergency contracts after hurricane cost Florida millions
Florida Gov. Rick Scott defending actions after Hurricane Irma hit state last year
Report finds wasteful spending after hurricane
An investigation by CBS Miami station WFOR-TV has uncovered millions of dollars in wasteful spending after Hurricane Irma. Before the 2017 storm, companies were ready to remove debris at rates that had been reached through competitive bidding. After the storm hit the Florida Keys, Gov. Rick Scott went in a different direction. WFOR-TV's Jim DeFede reports.
Florida sheriff criticized for using official Facebook page to support Rick Scott campaign
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office page shared a live video of Scott receiving the endorsement of Sheriff Tom Knight and 54 other Florida sheriffs
Florida gov. declares state of emergency ahead of Subtropical Storm Alberto
"I have declared a state of emergency across FL to ensure our state has the resources they need to keep their families safe and prepare for the torrential rain and severe flooding," said Gov. Rick Scott
Florida Gov. Rick Scott officially announces Senate bid
Scott, a Republican, announced that he is challenging Democrat Bill Nelson in the Senate race
Rubio makes move for year round daylight savings
Sen. Marco Rubio has introduced legislation that would allow the entire country to adopt year-round daylight savings
NRA sues Florida over gun law that raises minimum age to buy firearms
The NRA says the age restriction violates the Second Amendment
Ruling on voting rights for Fla. felons could impact upcoming elections
The ruling stems from a lawsuit filed last year against Florida Gov. Rick Scott
What Trump's offshore drilling plan won't accomplish
The odds of it sparking a frenzy of new oil exploration in the nation's ocean waters are extremely low
Trump administration reverses course, won't allow drilling off Fla.
The decision comes after pressure from Republican Gov. Rick Scott
Richard Spencer speech prompts early Fla. emergency declaration
White nationalist slated to speak at Univ. of Florida Thursday but Gov. Rick Scott, anticipating possible violence, acts in advance
Lawmaker questions cause of hurricane-linked nursing home deaths
"Some of these deaths would naturally occur, storm or no storm," state Sen. Dennis Baxley said
Video shows conditions inside Florida nursing home before 8 died
34-second video shows residents at Hollywood Hills Rehabilitation Center suffering in sweltering heat
Irma forecast
WCBS-TV chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn joined CBSN with a Hurricane Irma forecast as the storm barreled toward Florida.
Face the Nation Transcript: September 10, 2017
Guests included: Gov. Rick Scott, Sen. Bill Nelson, Sen. Marco Rubio, Jeff Glor, Mark Strassman, Eric Fisher, Elaine Quijano, Kris Van Cleave, and Will Grant
Irma recovery could require 11 million meals, and more
"I don't think anybody alive today in this state has ever seen anything like this," said Florida Gov. Rick Scott
Hurricane Irma prompts Florida theme parks to close
This weekend won't be a time for families and tourists to visit these usually crowded major attractions
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Trump safe after shots fired at White House Correspondents' Dinner; suspect in custody
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
Watch Live: Trump speaks to press after gunshots at White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump is giving a press conference at the White House shortly after being evacuated from the nearby White House Correspondents' Dinner.
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Trump cancels Kushner, Witkoff trip to Pakistan for Iran talks
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were expected to head to Islamabad Saturday, but President Trump said later that his "representatives" would not be going.
King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
Roommate faces murder charges in deaths of 2 doctoral students
A 26-year-old man is facing two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, according to authorities.
Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
One Chicago police officer killed, second wounded in hospital shooting
Two Chicago police officers were shot inside Swedish Hospital in Chicago's Lincoln Square neighborhood on Saturday morning. One has since died.
How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
Mexico says 2 CIA agents killed in crash weren't authorized to participate in local raid
The role of the two CIA agents, who were returning from destroying a clandestine drug lab in the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, remains unclear.
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DNA found on a smoothie straw links suspect to teen's 1984 killing
After more than 40 years and three wrongful convictions, authorities says they have the man responsible for the 1984 Long Island killing of 16-year-old Theresa Fusco, who vanished after leaving her job at a local roller rink.
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Trump safe after shots fired at White House Correspondents' Dinner; suspect in custody
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
Mexico says 2 CIA agents killed in crash weren't authorized to participate in local raid
The role of the two CIA agents, who were returning from destroying a clandestine drug lab in the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, remains unclear.
Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
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Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
Commercial vessels face risks from mines and threats from land, Chevron's chief executive Mike Wirth said in an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
The Iran war's economic hit could linger through 2026, economists say
Economists say Americans should expect elevated prices at the pump and rising grocery costs in the months to come.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.
Trader Joe's customers sue over coffee's caffeine levels
Consumers allege that Trader Joe's improperly advertised a coffee product as fully caffeinated when it was not.
IEA says Iran war will keep the natural gas market tight for two years
The conflict is expected to crimp global natural gas supplies due to damage to liquefied natural gas facilities in Qatar.
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Trump says "it's a dangerous profession" after shots fired at dinner
President Trump was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner after shots rang out at the hotel where the event was taking place.
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Trump safe after shots fired at White House Correspondents' Dinner; suspect in custody
President Trump was safely evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Dinner Saturday night after shots were fired outside the ballroom of the Washington Hilton Hotel.
Mexico says 2 CIA agents killed in crash weren't authorized to participate in local raid
The role of the two CIA agents, who were returning from destroying a clandestine drug lab in the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, remains unclear.
Arizona sues to block proposed ICE detention facility near site with chemicals
DHS has faced opposition from cities and states where the federal government plans to open mass detention facilities.
Trump attends White House Correspondents' Dinner, his first as president
The Republican president did not attend during his first term or the first year of his second.
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A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
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Mexico says 2 CIA agents killed in crash weren't authorized to participate in local raid
The role of the two CIA agents, who were returning from destroying a clandestine drug lab in the northern Mexican state of Chihuahua, remains unclear.
Trump says he canceled Kushner, Witkoff trip for Iran talks: "We have all the cards"
President Trump cited wasted time and confusion over leadership, adding, "we have all the cards."
King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
Armed groups in Mali attack capital in possible coordinated effort, army says
Mali has been plagued by insurgencies fought by affiliates of al Qaeda and the Islamic State group.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
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Frankie Grande on starring in "Titaníque"
Frankie Grande sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his starring role in Broadway's latest hit show "Titaníque," after originating the part in the show's Off-Broadway run.
Woman brings South Carolina town back to life
Darla Moore is a billionaire from Lake City, South Carolina, who saw an opportunity to revitalize her small hometown with ArtFields, a festival that transforms the town into a hub for Southern art and history.
Broadway star on role with Savannah Bananas
Tony-nominated Broadway actor Derek Klena sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest venture as a performer and player for the Savannah Bananas baseball team.
The Milk Carton Kids perform "A Friend Like You"
Grammy-nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids are out with their 7th studio album, "Lost Cause Lover Fool." Here they are performing "A Friend Like You."
The Milk Carton Kids perform "I'll Go Home From Here"
Grammy-nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids are out with their 7th studio album, "Lost Cause Lover Fool." Here they are performing "A Friend Like You."
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How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
How data centers are impacting Americans
This week, Maine's governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first to ban the construction of new data centers. Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
Why phone-free parties are gaining popularity
Some young people are opting to go phone-free to live in the moment. USA Today youth mental health reporter Rachel Hale went to an underground, phone-free party in New York City and wrote about her experience. She tells "The Daily Report" about it.
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From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
60-foot octopus ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs, fossils show
New analyses of fossilized jaws reveal that massive, kraken-like octopuses once hunted alongside other marine predators.
Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
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DNA found on a smoothie straw links suspect to teen's 1984 killing
After more than 40 years and three wrongful convictions, authorities says they have the man responsible for the 1984 Long Island killing of 16-year-old Theresa Fusco, who vanished after leaving her job at a local roller rink.
Trump addresses press dinner shooting
President Trump spoke after shots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday evening.
WHCA president speaks after shooting
CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and president of the White House Correspondents' Association spoke after the shooting. She said, "Thank God everybody is safe and thank you for coming together tonight. We will do this again."
Roommate charged over 2 students' deaths
A 26-year-old man made his first court appearance, charged with the premeditated murder of two University of South Florida doctoral students. Cristian Benavides reports on new details.
Murder charges in case of USF students
A 26-year-old man is facing murder charges in connection to the disappearance of two University of South Florida doctoral students after one was found dead and police continue searching for the other, authorities said Saturday.
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Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
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Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Trump addresses press dinner shooting
President Trump spoke after shots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday evening.
CBS News reporter recounts shots fired
President Trump will speak soon after shots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The president, vice president and Cabinet members were rushed out of the room and are safe. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more on her experience from the ballroom.
WHCA president speaks after shooting
CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and president of the White House Correspondents' Association spoke after the shooting. She said, "Thank God everybody is safe and thank you for coming together tonight. We will do this again."
Details from inside correspondents' dinner
President Trump was escorted out of the White House Correspondents' Dinner, along with the first lady and other Cabinet members, after a security incident occurred Saturday night. Attendees reported hearing what sounded like three to four gunshots. CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Ed O'Keefe have more from inside the room.
Moment of a security incident at press dinner
A security incident occurred during the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night. The stage was cleared, including President Trump.