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Some 25 tornadoes hit parts of Alabama and Tennessee Tuesday night, killing at least five people; lack of sleep is tied to less productivity, accidents and health problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes and depression, reports Dr. Jon LaPook.
Rain in Tennessee provided some help to crews battling deadly wildfires in the Great Smoky Mountains. Three bodies were recovered Wednesday, bringing the death toll to at least seven. The fires destroyed at least 700 buildings. DeMarco Morgan has more.
Some 25 tornadoes hit parts of Alabama and Tennessee Tuesday night, killing at least five people. Severe weather also slammed Florida, Louisiana and areas near Atlanta. Mark Strassmann reports.
Crews continue to battle explosive wildfires in Tennessee. The fires have claimed at least four lives. CBS News correspondent DeMarco Morgan joins CBSN with the latest details.
Names revealed for Treasury, Commerce, HHS and Transportation posts. These headlines and more on CBS MoneyWatch.
CBS News' DeMarco Morgan is in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, where thousands of residents have fled their homes to escape raging wildfires.
Survivors are describing a hellish scene inside the deadly Tennessee wildfire zone. The largest fire to hit the state in a century killed three people and destroyed hundreds of homes and other buildings. DeMarco Morgan reports from Sevierville, Tennessee.
Large-scale wildfires have killed 3 in Tennessee, hospitalized 14, and caused more than 14,000 people to evacuate; An icon of altruism was given a new home in the Smithsonian, reports Jan Crawford.
At least three people have been killed as a ferocious wildfire rages through eastern Tennessee. The fires have burned hundreds of homes and businesses. CBS News correspondent Demarco Morgan joins CBSN with more on how the fires are being contained.
Large-scale wildfires have killed 3 in Tennessee, hospitalized 14, and caused more than 14,000 people to evacuate. Hundreds of firefighters are working around the clock to battle the blaze. DeMarco Morgan has the details.
WVLT's Dani Ruberti reports from the Smoky Mountains, where wildfires have burned dozens of homes around Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
A man in Tennessee recorded video of his drive through a remarkable Tennessee wildfire.
On Monday, Cuba will begin a week-long, choreographed farewell to its long-time leader Fidel Castro. Cubans are grieving as the death of Fidel Castro is beginning to set in; Pope Francis elevated three American bishops to the prestigious post of cardinal over the weekend.
Funerals were held in Chattanooga, Tennessee, this weekend for two of the six children killed last week in a school bus accident. The bus driver has been charged with vehicular homicide. Newly released records show school administrators and students raised concerns about him in the weeks before he crashed a bus carrying 37 children on their way home from an elementary school. Paula Reid has more.
Americans are on a mission: To get home to family and friends, all in time for Thanksgiving dinner; Abraham Lincoln established the Thanksgiving holiday as a way to unite the country as the Civil War raged on
Five children in Tennessee are still fighting for their lives after a bus crash that killed six of their schoolmates Monday. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Chattanooga, where officials released more details about the driver and the incident
The investigation into the deadly Tennessee school bus crash is focused on speed and the actions of the driver. Dazed members of the Chattanooga community are mourning the deaths of five children. The bus driver faces multiple charges. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Donald Trump started to shy away from some of his more extreme campaign promises during a meeting Tuesday with the New York Times; Thanksgiving usually comes with wishes for peace and tranquility
Authorities say 24-year-old Johnthony Walker was going well above the posted speed limit when the school bus he was driving Monday in Chattanooga, Tennessee crashed, killing five children. Parents had apparently complained about Walker's driving before the wreck. Mark Strassmann has more.
The driver of a Tennessee school bus is being charged with vehicular homicide, reckless endangerment, and reckless driving in a deadly school bus crash that left five children dead. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann joins CBSN from Chattanooga, Tennessee with the latest details.
The driver in a deadly Tennessee school bus crash is under arrest. Five elementary students were killed Monday in the crash, and more than 20 other children were taken to hospitals. The bus driver, 24-year-old Johnthony Walker, is being charged with vehicular homicide, reckless endangerment and reckless driving. Mark Strassmann reports from Chattanooga.
At least six people are dead after a horrific school bus crash in Chattanooga, Tennessee. According to police, the bus driver is cooperating with the investigation. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest.
Multiple fatalities are reported after a school bus crash in Tennessee; the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University honored "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Scott Pelley with the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism
Multiple fatalities are reported after a school bus crash in Tennessee. The incident happened near Chattanooga. Jim Axelrod has the latest.
A fight between renters and landlords in Tennessee may be a bellwether for other parts of the country.
The Iran war could escalate further as President Trump threatens to hit key oil infrastructure if Tehran doesn't drop its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.
In remarks ahead of a meeting with the Kennedy Center board of trustees, Mr. Trump provided an update on the ongoing conflict with Iran.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
A person believed to be the ex-wife of the suspect in the attack at Michigan's Temple Israel told authorities that the suspect was "not stable" ahead of the attack, according to a 911 call obtained by CBS News Detroit.
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
The Cuban government is planning to allow Cuban nationals who live abroad to invest in the island, a government official told NBC News, as the country faces economic collapse and pressure from the Trump administration.
Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
A person believed to be the ex-wife of the suspect in the attack at Michigan's Temple Israel told authorities that the suspect was "not stable" ahead of the attack, according to a 911 call obtained by CBS News Detroit.
The U.S. men's national soccer team is expected to debut the new uniforms later this month in Atlanta, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup starting in June.
Costco is recalling a meatloaf and potato meal kit because one of its ingredients may be contaminated with salmonella.
Hyundai's announcement came after a child died in an incident involving a Palisade vehicle, which the car maker said is still under investigation.
Small adjustments, like maintaining a steady speed while driving, can help maximize fuel efficiency, experts say.
Gas prices have jumped almost 79 cents per gallon from a month ago, raising fresh inflation concerns.
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
The Cuban government is planning to allow Cuban nationals who live abroad to invest in the island, a government official told NBC News, as the country faces economic collapse and pressure from the Trump administration.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
The Cuban government is planning to allow Cuban nationals who live abroad to invest in the island, a government official told NBC News, as the country faces economic collapse and pressure from the Trump administration.
The latest blackout in Cuba comes over a week after another massive outage affected the island's west, leaving millions without power.
Coast guard rescuers pulled all 21 people out of the water, but a 17-year-old student and the captain of one of the boats were later pronounced dead.
In remarks ahead of a meeting with the Kennedy Center board of trustees, Mr. Trump provided an update on the ongoing conflict with Iran.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
Oscar winners Jessie Buckley, Michael B. Jordan and other celebrities appeared on the red carpet for the Vanity Fair party after the awards show. See some of the red carpet looks.
The 2026 Academy Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday. Entertainment Tonight host Kevin Frazier breaks down the winners and the biggest upsets.
CBS News contributor Lauren Sherman breaks down some of the best looks from the 2026 Oscars, where looks from Chanel and Dior dominated the red carpet.
Grammy award-winner Lizzo exclusively announced on "CBS Mornings" her latest project, a children's book called "Little Lizzo Meets Sasha B. Flute." She spoke with Gayle King about her inspiration for the book and message for young readers.
A constant battle in the U.S. health care system is the fight between insurers and providers over the cost of medical procedures and who foots the bill. Both sides are turning to artificial intelligence to make their case. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains.
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
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.
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
A jury on Monday found Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote about grief, guilty of murder in the fatal poisoning of her husband. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.
Closing arguments are expected to begin on Monday in Kouri Richins' murder trial. She's accused of giving her husband a deadly dose of fentanyl four years ago before she later published a children's book about grief. The case included 13 days of testimony, but the defense did not call any witnesses. If convicted, Richins could face life in prison.
The suspect was responsible for transporting Oseguera's romantic partner to a luxurious cabin, the defense ministry said.
The operation marks the latest joint show of force against drug cartels in the South American country.
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
A jury on Monday found Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote about grief, guilty of murder in the fatal poisoning of her husband. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Trump calls for other countries to help open Strait of Hormuz; White House chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer.
For years, CBS News' own Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp documented the bedrooms of children killed in school shootings. The resulting film, "All the Empty Rooms," just won an Oscar. Tony Dokoupil has more.
With the spring and summer travel seasons on the horizon, many are wondering how worried to be about long security lines at the airport. Brian Kelly, founder of The Points Guy website, joins to discuss.
Since the start of the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran just over two weeks ago, 500 tankers have been stuck by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. Imtiaz Tyab reports.