Deadly tornadoes rip through South, Midwest

Dozens of tornadoes tore through the South and Midwest, killing at least 33 people. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBS News from one of the hardest hit communities of Little Rock, Arkansas.

• Apr 3, 2023
• 3:07

At least 33 dead, dozens more injured as tornadoes hit much of U.S.

The monster storm spawned deadly tornadoes that shredded homes and shopping centers in Arkansas, and collapsed a theater roof during a heavy metal concert in Illinois.

• Apr 3, 2023

Why are tornadoes still so hard to predict?

There can be a line of thunderstorms in an environment that looks favorable for tornadoes — but one storm might produce a tornado while the others don't.

• Apr 3, 2023

Dozens killed in tornado outbreak

A series of tornadoes swept across several states killing dozens of people and leaving communities in shambles. Omar Villafranca reports.

• Apr 3, 2023
• 2:39

Deadly storm system rips through South and Midwest

Powerful storm cells swept through the South and Midwest over the weekend. More than a dozen people were killed when a suspected tornado moved through parts of Tennessee. Omar Villafranca reports.

• Apr 2, 2023
• 2:35

At least 26 dead as tornadoes rip through U.S.

Tornadoes tore through the South, Midwest and mid-Atlantic on Saturday, leaving at least 26 dead. Omar Villafranca reports from Wynne, Arkansas, which took a direct hit from a tornado.

• Apr 2, 2023
• 2:24

At least 7 dead after tornadoes

At least 7 people are dead after tornadoes ripped through the South and Midwest. The roof of a packed theater collapsed in Illinois, injuring dozens. Millions remain under a tornado watch today. Roxana Saberi has more.

• Apr 1, 2023
• 3:10

California hit by 13th atmospheric river

California is experiencing more heavy rain and snow this week as another powerful storm front hits the state. While the nonstop parade of storms has helped alleviate California's drought crisis, it has also caused major flooding and damage. Jonathon Vigliotti has the latest.

• Mar 29, 2023
• 1:44

Study: Warming climate could spawn more storms

Storms like the one that tore through Mississippi last week, killing several dozen people, could become more common due to climate change, according to a new study. Atmospheric scientist Dr. Walker Ashley, a professor at Northern Illinois University, and one of the study's lead authors, joins CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" about what these findings could mean.

• Mar 29, 2023
• 4:23

Fiona, Ian being retired as hurricane names after deadly storms

In the future, Ian's former spot will be replaced with Idris and Fiona will be replaced with Farrah, WMO announced.

• Mar 29, 2023

Mississippi residents clean up after tornado

Cleanup is underway in Mississippi after a tornado killed at least 26 people and injured dozens more over the weekend. "Prime Time" host John Dickerson hears from CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca, who reports from Rolling Fork, Mississippi.

• Mar 27, 2023
• 5:00

Recovery efforts underway after tornado

Recovery efforts were underway Tuesday in parts of the South after a massive tornado ripped through communities over the weekend. More than 20 people were killed in Mississippi and dozens more were injured. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins "CBS News Mornings" from Rolling Fork, Mississippi, to discuss.

• Mar 28, 2023
• 4:50

Drone footage shows Mississippi devastation

Drone footage shows the devastation in Rolling Fork, Mississippi, on Sunday after a deadly tornado touched down on the town on Friday night. More than two dozen people were killed after the storm hit the state.

• Mar 28, 2023
• 0:52

Video shows tornado hitting high school

Security camera footage shows the moment a powerful tornado struck a high school in western Mississippi and damaged its ceiling.

• Mar 28, 2023
• 0:23

Mississippi town destroyed by tornado rampage

At least 25 people were killed as tornadoes swept through parts of Mississippi. CBS News' Lana Zak is on the ground in Rolling Fork, which was completely destroyed by the storm. She discusses the long path to recovery that still lies ahead.

• Mar 27, 2023
• 4:40

At least 24 dead after Mississippi tornadoes

A string of deadly storms swept across the Southeast on Friday night, killing at least 24 people in Mississippi and leaving a trail of destruction. Officials continue to search for survivors. Omar Villafranca reports.

• Mar 25, 2023
• 3:22

Storm brings severe weather risk to the South

A strong storm front was hitting the southern U.S. Friday, bringing high winds, hail and possible tornadoes. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reported from Greenville, Mississippi.

• Mar 24, 2023
• 3:28

South braces for possible tornadoes, flooding

Tornadoes and flooding are possible Friday across several southern states brought on by the same storm front that triggered several rare tornadoes in Los Angeles earlier this week, causing significant damage. Omar Villafranca has more.

• Mar 24, 2023
• 1:42

Storm hits California with more floods

Another atmospheric river hit California on Tuesday -- the 12th such storm since late December. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian joined us from Los Angeles to discuss the damage and how residents are coping with the deadly storms.

• Mar 22, 2023
• 3:03

Storms return to California

More wind and rain is bearing down on California, which is getting hit with its twelfth atmospheric river this season. Janet Shamlian reports.

• Mar 22, 2023
• 1:36

At least two dead as yet another storm hits California

Both died when falling trees hit vehicles they were in. Well over 100,000 customers were without power.

• Mar 22, 2023

California hit by another atmospheric river

The 12th atmospheric river of the season has brought more heavy rain and flooding to California. The Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Bettes takes a look at the forecast.

• Mar 21, 2023
• 1:04

Parts of California at high risk from floods

The latest storm system to hit California has moved on but the risk of flooding remains high in many parts of the state. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joins Elaine Quijano and Lana Zak with the latest.

• Mar 16, 2023
• 2:58

More rain, flooding in California

California is hit with more rain, flooding and evacuations as the 11th atmospheric river of the winter moves down the state. Danya Bacchus reports.

• Mar 15, 2023
• 2:46

Winter storm brings heavy snow and high winds

A late-winter storm brought heavy, wet snow and high wind gusts to the Northeast. Hundreds of thousands of customers are still without power and more snow is expected Wednesday, although winter storm warnings are mainly expected to lift by the afternoon. Lilia Luciano reports.

• Mar 15, 2023
• 2:31

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