Deadly Texas floods raise questions about emergency alerts
The first weather emergency alert sent by the National Weather Service with urgent language instructing people to "seek higher ground now" was sent at 4:03 a.m. local time.
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Two brothers at camp describe devastating Texas floods
Keli Rabon's two sons, Braden and Brock, were attending a summer camp when the devastating flash flooding in Texas struck. The boys describe how they escaped the danger and reunited with their mom.
Massive rescue operation for flood survivors
The death toll from the catastrophic floods in Texas has risen to at least 95, with dozens still missing. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has the latest from Kerrville. Then, Tom Fahy, legislative director of the National Weather Service Employees Organization, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the tragedy.
2 Dallas girls killed in flooding at Camp Mystic, families say
Three girls from Dallas, 8-year-olds Hadley Hanna and Eloise Peck and 9-year-old Lila Bonner, were among the missing Camp Mystic campers.
North Texas girls confirmed dead after Camp Mystic flooding in Central Texas
Six North Texas girls missing from Camp Mystic in the wake of catastrophic Central Texas flooding have been confirmed dead, their families confirmed.
Coast Guard member describes effort to help rescue 165 from Texas floods
A New Jersey man with the U.S. Coast Guard is being hailed as a hero for helping rescue more than 165 people from the deadly Texas floods.
Shooter killed at Border Patrol facility
Border Patrol agents and local police killed a man Monday after he opened fire at a government facility in Texas, a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson said. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Texas floods: What we know as death toll rises
At least 95 people have been killed in the devastating floods that hit Texas over the July 4th holiday. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos, Jason Allen and Rob Marciano report.
Saving pets caught in the deadly Texas floods
Ellen Jefferson is the CEO of Austin Pets Alive!, an organization helping animals affected by the flooding that's ravaged Texas. She joined CBS News to discuss her group's efforts.
Congressional connections to Texas floods
Several members of Congress have deep ties to the tragic flooding that has unfolded in Texas. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Leavitt addresses NWS staffing, tariffs
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt spoke Monday about the deadly floods in Texas and the latest developments on President Trump's tariffs. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Timeline shows when emergency alerts warned of Texas flood disaster
CBS News analysis shows there were 22 warnings sent by the National Weather Service for Kerr County and the Kerrville area, but many residents say they didn't get alerts.
NWS staffing ahead of deadly Texas floods
Questions are rising about the warnings that preceded the deadly flash floods that hit Texas. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports.
At least 90 people dead in Texas floods
The death toll from the devastating floods in Texas has risen to at least 90 as rescue workers continue to search for dozens of missing people. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has more.
What Texas Hill Country needs right now
Louis Amestoy, the editor and publisher of the Kerr County Lead, shares with CBS News 24/7 ways to help residents in Texas Hill Country impacted by the deadly flash floods.
Shooter dead at U.S. Border Patrol building
A shooter is dead after opening fire at a U.S. Border Patrol building in McAllen, Texas, a Department of Homeland Security spokesperson said. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest updates.
Latest details on deadly Texas flash floods
Officials in Texas gave an update on Monday morning about the deadly flash floods that devastated communities near the Guadalupe River. At least 10 people are still missing from Camp Mystic, officials said. CBS News' Karen Hua has the latest details.
Survival stories from deadly Texas floods
Devastating flash floods in Texas have killed at least 89 people, and dozens are still missing, officials said. Some people who survived shared their stories with CBS News. Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
After Texas floods, questions grow over timing
As floodwaters swept through Kerr County, Texas, including a summer camp where girls went missing, some residents say warnings came too late or never reached them. Tom Fahy of the National Weather Service union joins "CBS Mornings Plus."
Camp Mystic confirms flood deaths
Camp Mystic confirmed that 27 people died after catastrophic flash floods slammed central Texas. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has the latest updates on the children and counselors killed, while CBS News Philadelphia's Kate Bilo explains why the floods were so destructive.
How the floods in Texas developed
Catastrophic flash floods slammed Texas early Friday morning and have killed at least 82 people, with dozens still missing. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Kate Bilo explains what led up to the destructive storms.
Texas death toll surges, dozens still missing
The death toll in Texas Hill Country has reached at least 82 people after the Guadalupe River heavily flooded Friday morning, rising almost 26 feet in 45 minutes, officials said. Search and rescue teams are working to find the dozens of people still missing, including children from the local Camp Mystic. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has the latest updates.
More than 40 missing after Texas floods
Victims are trying to salvage what they can as officials search for more than 40 missing people amid deadly, catastrophic flooding in Texas. CBS News' Jason Allen and Maurice DuBois report on the devastation, and Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has a look at what's in the forecast.
Gov. Greg Abbott gives update on Texas floods
Gov. Greg Abbott on Sunday provided an update on the devastating floods that have struck Texas. At least 79 have been killed and more than 40 people are missing.
Texas campground owner describes flood mayhem
Search and rescue missions continue in Kerr County, Texas, after severe storms caused deadly flooding that has killed dozens of people. More than 20 children from the nearby Camp Mystic are still missing, officials say. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has the latest.
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Iran announces new strikes on U.S. targets hours ahead of Trump speech
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
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NASA resolves Artemis II safety system issue, says launch a go for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
Supreme Court casts doubt on Trump's order to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared open to invalidating President Trump's executive order that would end birthright citizenship.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
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American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Iraq
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
Trump indicates he'll try to pull U.S. out of NATO
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
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Americans say this is their "magic number" to retire comfortably
Most people fall far short of the savings they say they will need to maintain their standard of living in retirement, data shows.
Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
How high could oil and gas prices go if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed?
"The scary scenarios are, unfortunately, extremely plausible" if the critical Persian Gulf waterway stays effectively sealed, economist Paul Krugman said.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
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Americans say this is their "magic number" to retire comfortably
Most people fall far short of the savings they say they will need to maintain their standard of living in retirement, data shows.
How high could oil and gas prices go if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed?
"The scary scenarios are, unfortunately, extremely plausible" if the critical Persian Gulf waterway stays effectively sealed, economist Paul Krugman said.
Elon Musk's SpaceX files confidential initial public offering
The Texas-based company could go public with a valuation of more than $1.75 trillion, making it the largest IPO in history.
Will the Iran war slow U.S. hiring? Economists say risks are rising.
With oil prices rising and hiring already slowing, economists warn the Iran war could further weigh on U.S. job growth.
Hershey says it will shift back to classic Reese's recipe after backlash
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State Department overhauls Foreign Service Officer Test
The State Department announced Wednesday that it is modifying the Foreign Service Officer Test to reflect the foreign policy goals of the Trump administration.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
Trump says he may withdraw U.S. from NATO. The law says he can't without Congress.
President Trump says he's considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, following years of complaining about the alliance.
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
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A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
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State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
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What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
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Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Activist ship's collision with krill trawler called "deliberate attack"
A video shows the moment when the M/V Bandero, operated by the Captain Paul Watson Foundation, steams toward the stern of the fishing vessel.
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U.S. commandos in Ecuador for mission targeting alleged narco-terrorists
American commandos joined Ecuadorian troops in a joint mission aimed at dismantling a suspected criminal hub along the country's coast.
King Charles III to address Congress on April 28
Congressional leaders announced that Britain's King Charles III will address a joint meeting of Congress as part of his visit to Washington later this month.
Majority of recent ship traffic through Strait of Hormuz linked to Iran
Trump said Iran gave him the "present" of letting eight oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, but the majority of ships making the passage are Iranian, including
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Kenan Thompson on new children's book
Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new children's book, "Unfunny Bunny."
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
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Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
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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.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
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NASA resolves Artemis II safety system issue, launch a go for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
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Everything to know about NASA's Artemis II moon mission
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Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
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Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
Baby in stroller killed in shooting in Brooklyn, police say
A child was being pushed in a stroller at Moore and Humboldt streets in East Williamsburg on Wednesday when she suffered a gunshot wound to the head, police said.
Kentucky Powerball winner arrested again
James Farthing, who won the $167.3 million Powerball jackpot last April, was arrested for a third time since collecting his grand prize. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Son of Hawaii doctor testifies at trial
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Luigi Mangione lawyers seek to postpone trial
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione, the man charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, are seeking to postpone his federal murder trial. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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How to watch the Artemis II launch
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Smooth countdown continues for Artemis II moon mission
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
These 4 astronauts are about to make history on flight around the moon
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
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Artemis II is a "GO" for launch after issue
NASA says that a flight termination issue has been resolved and Artemis II is good to launch on Wednesday. U.S. Space Force Brigadier General Nick Hague joins CBS News to discuss.
Retired astronauts share thoughts on Artemis II
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What was the Artemis II issue ahead of launch?
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