South Carolina county has no shelters strong enough for Florence
Charleston County shelters are not designed to withstand hurricane winds above a Category 3
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Hurricane Florence eyes South Carolina
With Hurricane Florence approaching South Carolina, locals and tourists evacuated the coast. But there are some refusing to leave, and instead are stocking up on supplies. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud reports.
As Florence takes aim at the Carolinas, some decide to ride it out
"If I need more gas, I'll just take it out of my vehicle. Can't go anywhere. We're prepared," one local said
Hurricane Florence becomes major threat
Hurricane Florence churned toward the Carolina coastline Tuesday as millions of Americans prepared for the storm. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson has the latest on the storm and the conditions it is likely to bring.
FEMA: Hurricane Florence to be "devastating"
More than a million people from South Carolina to Virginia are ordered to evacuate Tuesday, as Hurricane Florence churns closer to the East Coast. FEMA administrator Brock Long joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington, D.C., with the latest on the federal government's response plans.
Hurricane Florence prompts mandatory evacuations
CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN to discuss how people along the Carolina coast should be preparing for Hurricane Florence.
Mandatory evacuations ordered as Florence approaches Carolinas
Starting Tuesday at noon, everyone living along South Carolina's 187-mile coastline must evacuate, effecting about 1 million people
Hurricane Florence targets southeastern U.S.
Hurricane Florence is barreling toward the southeastern U.S. The storm could hit the Carolina coast as a Category 3 or higher. Millions of people are bracing for heavy rain, flash flooding, high winds and dangerous surf. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joined CBSN from Wilmington, North Carolina, with more on how the region is preparing for this monster storm.
Florence threatens millions on East Coast
Hurricane Florence is threatening millions of people in the southeastern U.S. It's expected to travel between Bermuda and the Bahamas and could pound the Carolina coast as a Category 3 storm or higher. Ken Graham, director of the National Hurricane Center, joined CBSN to explain the storm's path and potential impact.
How a Confederate flag tore a neighborhood apart, before it came together
When Annie Caddell moved into a South Carolina neighborhood seven years ago, she put up a Confederate flag, sparking tension with her neighbors
Off-duty cop killed while trying to break up bar fight
Police say a Connecticut police officer has died from injuries he sustained while trying to break up a bar fight in South Carolina
Couple lets house go to the dogs to find homes for thousands of rescues
Ron Danta and Danny Robertshaw decided to take in some dogs after Hurricane Katrina, and their mission grew from there
Police dog dies after 6 hours in hot car
An officer in Columbia, South Carolina, has been suspended without pay for five days after his police dog died after being left in a hot car
Gator "dragged her in the water": 911 call sheds light on deadly attack
45-year-old Cassandra Cline was walking her dog in Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head Island when she was attacked
Serial killer Todd Kohlhepp claims 2 more victims buried
Investigators are bringing Todd Kohlhepp to the South Carolina county to lead them to the supposed burial site
Deadly South Carolina gator attack
A South Carolina woman was killed trying to protect her dog from an alligator. Witnesses say the alligator dragged her underwater. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Alligator kills woman trying to protect her dog at resort
Authorities in South Carolina say a woman has been attacked and killed by an alligator as she walked her dog near a lagoon
S.C.'s GOP lawmakers feel heat for supporting Trump's tariffs
While businesses and consumers warn that jobs are at risk, 5 of the state's 6 Republican Congressmen say they back president's trade policies
Sen. Scott: Trump taking "positive steps"
The South Carolina senator discussed the president's rhetoric and policy action regarding race in America one year after the violence in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Sen. Tim Scott says Trump taking "positive steps" in right direction on race
South Carolina senator discusses president's rhetoric, policy action regarding race in America one year after violence in Charlottesville
GOP Sen. Tim Scott on politics, race and Trump
The businessman from South Carolina, the sole African-American Republican in the Senate, is unapologetic about his support of the president even when they differ on matters of race
Schools dismissed early due to Beyoncé and Jay-Z concert
Six schools in South Carolina will have a half day Aug. 21 because Beyoncé and Jay-Z will be in town -- and their concert is expected to create a lot of traffic
Bill Clinton speaking in South Carolina in honor of ex-governor
The former president is honoring former South Carolina Gov. Dick Riley, who served in his Cabinet
Babysitter fights off fox
A babysitter in South Carolina fought off a rabid fox after it attacked the boy she was watching and chased them up a tree.
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.
Trump secretly switched to different plane in Turkey amid Iran threat
Ahead of a flight from Turkey, he secretly left Air Force One and was moved to another plane with the help of a catering truck, according to a source.
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Trump claims control of Strait of Hormuz as stalemate deepens
Stalemate between two countries deepens as President Trump mirrors Iran's demand for compensation and claims U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz
White House asked DOJ about new Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn
Earlier this month, however, federal prosecutors moved to dismiss the case, citing new information that the damage was caused by a "botched installation" by a contractor, not vandalism.
Wisconsin's Democratic showdown and more primary races to watch today
South Carolina Republicans will be choosing a successor for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, and Minnesota's Senate primary is another battle between moderate and progressive Democrats.
U.S. military operations killed 153 civilians last year, Pentagon says
The Pentagon has acknowledged that U.S. military operations killed more than 150 civilians in 2025. The count did not include any deaths from airstrikes on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
U.S. Marine veteran freed from Russian prison after nearly 4 years
A U.S. Marine veteran from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises
Over 1,100 homes were destroyed when Colombia was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
Video of Arkansas trooper punching 18-year-old draws calls for investigation
Alisa Hackett, 18, was pulled over for speeding and alcohol possession when she was tackled to the ground and punched.
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Powerful storms slam Midwest, leave nearly 1 million without power
Nearly 1 million customers in the Midwest were without power as perilous thunderstorms and extreme wind gusts pummeled the region on Tuesday.
Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
High school football player finds venomous snake inside helmet he was wearing
The Maumelle High football player wore the helmet for nearly an hour and was fortunate he wasn't bitten, animal services director Chris Davis said.
Trump Media sells $100,000 Truth Social data access, drawing scrutiny
Customers are paying up to $100,000 a month for faster access to Truth Social posts from President Trump and other top users of the social media platform.
Play video games? You, too, could become an air traffic controller
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is touting the success of a campaign targeting video gamers to train as air traffic controllers.
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Trump Media sells $100,000 Truth Social data access, drawing scrutiny
Customers are paying up to $100,000 a month for faster access to Truth Social posts from President Trump and other top users of the social media platform.
Play video games? You, too, could become an air traffic controller
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is touting the success of a campaign targeting video gamers to train as air traffic controllers.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Is your career "rusting out"? Here's what that means, and how to spot it.
Many employees feel their employers don't value them and that they're not contributing as much as they could, a workplace poll finds.
Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
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U.S. military operations killed 153 civilians last year, Pentagon says
The Pentagon has acknowledged that U.S. military operations killed more than 150 civilians in 2025. The count did not include any deaths from airstrikes on boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.
Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
Trump Media sells $100,000 Truth Social data access, drawing scrutiny
Customers are paying up to $100,000 a month for faster access to Truth Social posts from President Trump and other top users of the social media platform.
White House asked DOJ about new Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn
Earlier this month, however, federal prosecutors moved to dismiss the case, citing new information that the damage was caused by a "botched installation" by a contractor, not vandalism.
DOJ office says Trump's outside advisers can be shielded by executive privilege
Trump's outside advisers may now be protected from future congressional and legal investigations, according to a new opinion from the Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel.
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Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care
Medicaid said it won't pay for gender-affirming surgeries or hormones for transgender minors.
Social Security adds 14 conditions to fast-track disability list
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
Farm linked to cyclosporaisis outbreak went years without FDA inspection
The FDA has long fallen short of legally required inspection targets, and foreign inspections fell further last year amid agency layoffs.
As Medicare pays less for cataract surgery, doctors turn to moneymaking lasers
More cataract patients, wanting not only restored but improved vision, are paying extra for their doctors to use a laser when a scalpel would do.
Congo Ebola death toll tops 2,000 in fastest spreading outbreak on record
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Rescuers race to find Colombia earthquake survivors as death toll rises
Over 1,100 homes were destroyed when Colombia was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
Zelenskyy says Russia using North Korean missiles in Ukraine
Russia and North Korea have been collaborating in the offensive against Ukraine since 2024.
Congo Ebola death toll tops 2,000 in fastest spreading outbreak on record
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
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Graceland celebrates "Elvis Week"
"Elvis Week" kicked off at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 8 and runs until Aug. 16, marking Elvis Presley's death. Alicia Dean, the longtime marketing and promotions specialist for Elvis Presley Enterprises, joins with more.
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader takes on Broadway
Reece Weaver, whose exit from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on the show "America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders" left viewers shocked, exclusively announced on "CBS Mornings" that she is making her Broadway debut. She talks about the transition, why she made the decision and what it was like to start rehearsals.
Jury selection begins in Tupac Shakur trial
Nearly 30 years after the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, jury selection is underway for the man charged in connection with the murder, Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Celebrity attorney Chris Melcher joins CBS News to discuss.
Riley Green talks upcoming album
Country music star Riley Green joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his upcoming album, "That's Just Me," which is set for release in mid-September.
Meet Paw Patrol look-alike contest winners
The winners of a Paw Patrol look-alike contest join "CBS Mornings" ahead of the "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie" which premieres Aug. 14.
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Duffy on new tech for air travel safety
Top transportation officials were at Newark Airport on Tuesday for the installation of a new radar system designed to help controllers prevent runway incidents. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy about the new technology.
Wall Street targets $500B for AI
Nvidia scored an astounding $500 billion in financing for artificial intelligence, backed by Wall Street's top power brokers and firms. Puck founding partner and industry journalist William D. Cohan weighs in on the AI boom and data center construction.
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.
Are humanoid robots ready to scrub your kitchen? Not quite.
Startup companies are now starting to test their humanoid robots for home use, but experts said wider adoption will take years.
Zuckerberg wants open source AI
Facebook co-founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg argues that artificial intelligence should be open source to improve accessibility. CNET reporter Katelyn Chedraoui has more on what the philosophy of open source technology means in the AI era.
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What to know about Wednesday's total solar eclipse
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Protecting the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.)
Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
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More healthcare testimony in Clancy trial
Healthcare workers who treated Lindsay Clancy's postpartum mental health concerns are back on the stand Tuesday in her murder trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has the latest.
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist back on stand
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Tufts, is back on the stand Monday as the Massachusetts murder trial enters its third week. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Man who allegedly arranged Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing is on trial in Las Vegas
The man who prosecutors say orchestrated the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, Duane "Keffe D" Davis, is on trial almost 30 years after the drive-by shooting in Las Vegas.
2 killed in New York Harbor boat capsize
The captain of a boat that overturned in New York Harbor was charged with reckless endangerment. Twelve people were saved, but a mother and her 5-month-old daughter died. Michael George reports.
Family of murdered photographer wonders if his killer acted alone
Joe Shymanski, a, well-known Washington D.C. photographer, was murdered and dismembered in 2023. His ex-wife's former boyfriend, Brandon Holbrook, was convicted in the case. Shymanski's family still wonders if anyone else was involved.
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The only total solar eclipse of 2026 will cross the Northern Hemisphere on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See when and where it will be visible.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
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Thunderstorms cause major travel delays
Storms in the Midwest caused widespread travel troubles on Tuesday. More than 7,000 flights were delayed or canceled, with the biggest backlogs in Chicago and New York. Kris Van Cleave reports from Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey, and Rob Marciano has the forecast.
What's at stake as 6 states hold primaries
Primary elections are being held Tuesday in six states: Wisconsin, Minnesota, Alabama, Connecticut, Vermont and South Carolina. CBS News' Taurean Small, Jonah Kaplan, Mark Strassmann and Anthony Salvanto have the latest.
Powerful storms hit Midwest
Powerful storms swept across the Midwest and into the mid-Atlantic states on Tuesday night. The outbreak of storms brought hurricane-force winds of up to 100 miles per hour, along with tornadoes and flash flooding. Ian Lee reports.
Trump took secret flight from Turkey summit
President Trump secretly switched from Air Force One to a different plane after a NATO summit in Turkey last month. The U.S. had learned of a credible Iranian missile threat as he left Turkey's capital. Ed O'Keefe reports.
FDA last inspected parasite-linked farm in 2019
CBS News has learned that the Mexican lettuce farm connected to the outbreak of a nasty intestinal illness hasn't been inspected by American regulators in more than seven years. Food safety advocates blame budget and personnel cuts for a 29% drop in inspection rates of foreign farms over the past two years.