Child among several killed as severe winds, twisters hammer South
The massive storm system left at least six dead in Alabama, where a twister damaged buildings and tossed cars in the streets of historic downtown Selma.
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Brutal storm system hits South
At least seven people have died after powerful storms and tornadoes ripped across the South Thursday. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins "CBS News Mornings" from Marbury, Alabama, with more on the damage.
At least 7 killed as tornadoes hit South
Cleanup efforts are underway after dozens of reported tornadoes swept across the South. Authorities are surveying the damage as they look for missing people. Omar Villafranca reports.
Tornadoes cause major damage in Southeast
While a relentless string of storms is lashing Northern California, several tornadoes tore through the Southeast Thursday. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from Atlanta, Georgia.
Tornadoes ravage Southeast; flood risk in California
California's deadly storms continued to take their toll Wednesday, as officials urged residents in Monterey County to evacuate, and members of the California National Guard joined another day of searching for missing a 5-year-old, who was swept away by flood waters on Monday. Meanwhile, tornadoes left a trail of destruction across the Southeast. Mark Strassmann and Carter Evans have the latest.
Tracking the storms as they hit South, California
The Southeast is facing severe weather, including tornadoes, as the rain in California is expected to keep up through the weekend. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes has the forecast.
Where the storm threats are headed next
The U.S. is facing tornado threats, heavy rain and winter weather. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes is tracking where the storm threats are headed next.
Arctic blast to move in as major storm winds down
Bitter cold temperatures are expected in northern parts of the U.S. next week as an arctic blast moves in. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes has the forecast.
Snowstorm pummels millions across Northeast
Parts of the Northeast are getting a blast of wintry weather after the coast-to-coast storm buried the upper Midwest in snow. Nikki Battiste reports.
Severe weather devastates southern U.S.
A severe weather system sparked powerful tornadoes in several southern states this week, with Louisiana seeing the brunt of the damage. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.
Deadly storm unleashes blizzard and tornadoes
A massive cleanup is underway in the South after tornadoes hit several states. Meanwhile, blizzard warnings are posted across the northern plains and upper Midwest, while parts of the East Coast are getting a treacherous blast of ice and snow. Elise Preston has the latest.
Massive storm barrels toward East Coast
The weeklong massive storm that has made its way across the U.S., bringing snow, ice and tornadoes, is heading to the finish line on the East Coast. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes is tracking the storm.
Huge storm system brings killer tornadoes, blizzard-like conditions
At least three people including a mother and her young son were left dead by twisters in Louisiana as blizzard-like conditions hit the Great Plains.
Deadly tornadoes, severe storms hit U.S.
Tornadoes inflicted major damage in parts of the South as heavy snow sweeps across the Great Plains. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak from northern Louisiana, where cleanup efforts are underway.
Deadly tornadoes sweep across South
A brutal storm system is battering people across the country. At least a dozen tornadoes were reported in the South, creating a trail of destruction. Elise Preston has more.
Tornadoes tear through Texas and Oklahoma
At least nine tornadoes hit Texas and Oklahoma on Tuesday, causing major damage and bringing down power lines. Elise Preston reports.
Massive storm crawls across U.S.
A massive storm system stretching from Canada to the Gulf Coast spawned several tornadoes across the Midwest Tuesday, before unleashing torrents of rain in the southeast. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston is in Shreveport, Louisiana, as the storm approaches.
Tornadoes touch down in the South as severe weather sweeps U.S.
Tornadoes in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana caused injuries and damage and left at least two people missing.
Storm that slammed California moving east
A powerful cross country that has slammed Sorthern California with 7 inches of rain and Northern California with snow is expected to shift east across the U.S. this week. The storm is expected to bring snow from Colorado to Minnesota and thunderstorms to the Southern U.S. Danya Bacchus reports.
Returning to Cookeville after deadly tornado – and finding unshakeable faith
CBS News' David Begnaud went back to a city in Tennessee to check in on those who lost loved ones in a devastating tornado that killed 19 people in 2020, including a family of three.
Returning to Cookeville after 2020 tornado
"CBS Mornings" lead national correspondent David Begnaud returns to Cookeville, Tennessee, where he was on the ground in 2020 when an EF4 tornado killed 19 people. He returned to check in on the families of those who died and see how the community is honoring their memories.
2 dead after storms fueled by record high temperatures hit South
More than 50,000 customers in Mississippi and Alabama were without electricity Wednesday morning, according to poweroutage.us, which tracks utility outages.
Deadly tornadoes hit Texas and Oklahoma, flatten buildings
"I've never been so terrified," one Texas resident said.
Major storm brings tornado damage to northeast Texas
Photos and videos posted to social media showed leveled homes and fields of debris.
Eye on America: Kentucky's recovery, and more
The road to recovery is a long one for tornado-ravaged towns in Kentucky, but locals are finding strength in the kindness of strangers. We also meet with the Native American tribe that's bringing near-extinct buffalo back to their homeland. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Workers begin removing Trump's name from Kennedy Center
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
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U.S.-Iran peace deal could be finalized within 24 hours, Pakistan says
President Trump, however, blasted the Iranians for launching attack drones at shipping vessels in the Strait of Hormuz overnight.
Trump says U.S. killed Tren de Aragua leader in airstrike in Venezuela
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
"It rips my heart apart": U.S. military veteran calls on ICE to release wife
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Elon Musk becomes the world's first trillionaire with SpaceX's IPO
The SpaceX CEO's fortune on paper now rivals the annual economic output of many countries, according to World Bank data.
DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
U.S. cruises past Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
At least 1 killed, 9 hospitalized in Texas mass shooting; suspect dead
Four people were in surgery and five others were stable, according to Midland Memorial Hospital in Texas.
Alabama seeks lethal injection execution after court rejects nitrogen gas method
Alabama is seeking to execute a man with lethal injection hours after his nitrogen execution was prevented from going forward.
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U.S. cruises past Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
1 killed, 22 injured in Virginia church tent collapse
The incident occurred Friday night during an outdoor service at East Lake Community Church in Moneta, Virginia.
Trump says U.S. killed Tren de Aragua leader in airstrike in Venezuela
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
Alabama seeks lethal injection execution after court rejects nitrogen gas method
Alabama is seeking to execute a man with lethal injection hours after his nitrogen execution was prevented from going forward.
New Yorker confronts unruly Knicks fans: "This is our city"
When violence erupted near a New York Knicks watch party on Monday, one New Yorker stood up to the unruly crowd.
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DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
Former SpaceX welder becomes a millionaire after historic IPO
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee, owns 6,500 company shares. On the first day of public trading, his wealth ballooned by $1,046,175.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
FDA authorizes emergency use of drug to fight screwworms in pets
Nitenpyram is the first generic animal drug authorized to treat screwworms in dogs and cats, according to federal regulators.
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"It rips my heart apart": U.S. military veteran calls on ICE to release wife
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Trump says U.S. killed Tren de Aragua leader in airstrike in Venezuela
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
Ohio voting rights group facing criminal fraud investigation, sources say
The FBI executed a search warrant at the office of an Ohio-based group known for its voter registration work as part of an ongoing fraud-related investigation, sources told CBS News.
Workers begin removing Trump's name from Kennedy Center
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
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Her Stage IV cancer had no symptoms. Innovative surgery saved her life.
A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.
FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
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U.S. military making plans to secure Iran's nuclear materials, sources say
Military planners have discussed contingencies that would involve U.S. forces helping secure Iran's nuclear materials if a deal is reached, according to U.S. officials familiar with knowledge of the ongoing planning.
Suspect linked to U.S. consulate shooting on run in Canada, officer killed
A manhunt is underway for an "armed and dangerous" suspect linked to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto after an officer was fatally shot.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
Stowaway with 524 pounds of cocaine, gun found on barge in Caribbean
It's the second time this year that authorities detained a stowaway holding a huge stash of drugs in the same harbor.
"Spy turtles" and "spy fish" prowling China's waters, Beijing claims
"An unseen covert war of espionage is currently unfolding" in the waters off China, the country's minister of state security has alleged.
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DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger
The Justice Department has given the merger between CBS News' parent company, Paramount Skydance, and Warner Bros. Discovery the green light. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the latest.
Shawn Hatosy talks acting on "The Pitt"
Actor Shawn Hatosy went from guest star to Emmy Award-winning fan favorite as Dr. Jack Abbot on the hit medical drama "The Pitt." Dr. Abbot "is very calm in the face of chaos and he can handle anything, but he's struggling, as is Robby, and they have to come together," Hatosy tells "CBS Mornings."
Taylor Swift is youngest woman inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
Amazon's best books of the year so far
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to reveal Amazon's best books of the year so far and why they made the list.
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As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
SpaceX expansion plans impact local community
Residents near SpaceX's South Texas campus have mixed opinions about Elon Musk's company and its plans to expand operations. CBS News' Jason Allen reports from Starbase, Texas.
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.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
Uproar over planned data center near zoo
Residents are protesting plans for a 70,000-square-foot data center near the Nashville Zoo. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Texas shooting kills at least 1, injures 10
On Wednesday, a 45-year-old gunman opened fire on police in Midland, Texas, allegedly refusing to surrender to police. He fled, finally barricading himself in an abandoned veterinary building and shooting wildly. All of those shot were civilians. The gunman was found dead on Friday, with the FBI and state agencies investigating. Jason Allen has more.
Midland gunman was on the run before shooting
At least one person is dead, and 10 others are injured after a gunman opened fire in Midland, Texas, on Friday. The shooter died after a standoff with police. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen reports.
Relative blames parents in cruise killing
Timothy Hudson, 16, has been charged with the death and sexual assault of his stepsister, Anna Kepner, who was on a Carnival cruise ship with her family when she was killed. Hudson's step-grandmother, Sonya Ziske, spoke to CBS News about Kepner's death, blaming parental irresponsibility as a major factor. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Latest news on Midland, Texas, shooting
Officials provided an update after a mass shooting in Midland, Texas, where at least one person was killed. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe reports.
TX mass shooting suspect dead, officials say
The suspect in a deadly mass shooting in Midland, Texas, is dead, officials say. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe reports.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Analyzing situation between U.S., Iran
The U.S. and Iran appear closer than ever to an agreement that would launch negotiations on a long-term peace deal. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has analysis, and Linda Bilmes, a senior lecturer at the Harvard Kennedy School, discusses the Iran war's economic impact.
Veteran calls on ICE to release his wife
Retired Staff Sgt. Wilmer Trujillo served in the U.S. National Guard for roughly 20 years. Now, he is calling on federal immigration officials to release his wife, Arelys Barahona-Martinez, a native Honduran who is facing deportation. Trujillo spoke with CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez.
U.S. monitoring activity in South China Sea
Tensions between China and the Philippines, a key American ally, intensified this week. U.S. intelligence agencies are closely monitoring activity around the disputed Scarborough Shoal, according to U.S. officials. The officials say the Chinese government installed what Beijing has called a "scientific structure" in the middle of the reef, angering the Philippines. CBS News' James LaPorta, who broke that story alongside Olivia Gazis, has more.
Revisiting the besties who say they are twins
Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" again with a pair of twins, who aren't really twins. Just don't try to tell them that.
SpaceX IPO creates new millionaires
SpaceX's market debut made Elon Musk a trillionaire on Friday. The company has also minted thousands of new millionaires. Jo Ling Kent reports.