Air conditioning keeps schools open amid heat
A brutal heat wave is being felt acutely in some of the nation's schools. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports on how some classrooms are doing better than others.
A brutal heat wave is being felt acutely in some of the nation's schools. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports on how some classrooms are doing better than others.
In a manhunt that has been ongoing for a week, law enforcement is under pressure as they battle through a September heat wave in a round-the-clock search for convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante. Video captured him climbing between two walls to reach the prison's roof before escaping. Brandon Golder reports from Pennsylvania.
A late-season heat wave is hitting the U.S. as the World Meteorological Organization announced that this summer broke the record for the highest temperatures ever officially documented. Nationwide, schools are struggling to keep up with the unusually high temperature as kids are returning to classrooms. CBS News' Christina Ruffini reports from Washington.
150 million Americans impacted by dangerous heatwave across U.S.; Naomi Osaka announces 2024 return to professional tennis.
In the first week of September, schools in nine states have either been closed or dismissed students early because of the heat.
Millions of Americans are facing unseasonably high heat in the last weeks of summer. Some schools have had to end class early to avoid dangerous conditions just as the school year is beginning. Omar Villafranca reports.
Labor Day may be the unofficial end of summer, but an estimated 186 million Americans -- more than half of the population -- saw above-average temperatures on Tuesday. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca has more, including how the intense heat is affecting some of the nation's schools.
There are still no federal rules to protect workers from the heat — even as this summer's record temperatures reinforce the dangers.
A three-day string of record high temperatures apparently caused at least as many deaths in the region, authorities said, but cooler air was moving in.
Data from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration show July 2023 was hotter than any month on record.
Dehydration is more than just feeling thirsty — it's a condition that can lead to heat exhaustion. Experts share the signs to look out for in the summer heat.
Updated predictions from NOAA suggest at least six and as many as 11 hurricanes will develop before the season ends in November.
"He was the quintessential nature boy who went everywhere and did everything," his sister said. "He was so strong."
The state of Texas has sweltered this summer under a seemingly endless cycle of extreme heat warnings. Those high temperatures have put a strain on the state's power grid, with Texas' grid operator saying demand for energy has set seven records this summer alone. Emily Foxhall, Texas Tribune energy reporter, joins CBS News to give an update on how the state's power grid is performing.
Smashing these records has "dire consequences for both people and the planet," warned the head of the EU's Copernicus weather service.
Daily Border Patrol apprehensions of migrants along the Arizona desert have spiked by more than 100% in recent days, despite scorching temperatures surpassing 110 degrees Fahrenheit there, according to internal Border Patrol data obtained by CBS News. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez traveled to Yuma, Arizona, where he spoke to volunteers trying to save migrants' lives.
The price hikes come as demand for electricity in the Lone Star State has soared in recent weeks.
The enduring heat wave has strained Phoenix's ability to keep its most vulnerable residents safe, with no end in sight.
Cooling monsoon rains helped but the reprieve was expected to be brief, with the forecast calling for highs again above 110 for several days later in the week.
After a short dip, the bear climbed over a wall and headed to a tree behind the Burbank home, police said. It was also seen in the neighborhood.
The ongoing heat wave has put much of the Southeastern U.S. under dangerous heat alerts from Florida to Texas. San Antonio set a record-high heat index this month. The city's mayor, Ron Nirenberg, joined "Face the Nation" with more.
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on…former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, who is seeking the Republican nomination for president, discussed a proposed mental acuity test for politicians over 75, Neel Kashkari, the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, discussed the bright spots on the economic front from last week, and San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg discussed the ongoing heat wave has put much of the Southeastern U.S. under dangerous heat alerts.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," new charges of a cover-up were filed against former President Donald Trump in the classified documents case. Plus, some optimistic signs when it comes to the economy.
The month of July has broken plenty of weather records, and may go down as the hottest month in recorded history. For author Jeff Goodell, the extreme weather colliding with the release of his new book, "The Heat Will Kill You First" is no coincidence: He has been writing and warning about climate change for the past 20 years. Jeff Glor has more.
Police said that investigators do not believe this was not an act of animal cruelty or neglect, but a mechanical failure of the air conditioning unit.
Four Israeli hostages taken 8 months ago by Hamas into Gaza were rescued alive during a raid on the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza, the IDF says.
The pier constructed by the U.S. military was only operational for about a week before it was blown apart in rough seas last month. Repairs were completed Friday.
The state visit began with a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe, including a wreath-laying at France's tomb of the unknown soldier, and a military parade along the Champs-Élysées leading to the Élysée Palace.
Derek Stefureac has reversed the progression of his multiple sclerosis by embracing exercise, doctors said.
The U.S. women, who have won every gold medal in women's basketball since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, expect to field a star-packed team.
More than 400 cricket leagues have opened in America, with over 200,000 players and counting, according to USA Cricket.
The woman was identified as 60-year-old Bonnye Mavis Lear of Fullerton, according to Orange County coroner's spokesperson Sgt. Frank Gonzalez.
In a letter shared by the Irish Guards on X, the Princess of Wales apologized for not being there in her capacity as the guards' honorary colonel.
When villagers cut open the python's stomach, "Farida's head was immediately visible," an official said.
Despite there not being a Triple Crown on the line, it marked a historic Belmont because the race was run at Saratoga for the first time in the venue's 161-year history.
More than 400 cricket leagues have opened in America, with over 200,000 players and counting, according to USA Cricket.
"United we stand, divided we fall," French President Emmanuel Macron said in toasting Mr. Biden at a state dinner. "Allied we are and allied we will stay."
The U.S. role came mainly in the form of intelligence support, two U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News but declined to share sensitive details regarding the operation.
The U.S. women, who have won every gold medal in women's basketball since the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, expect to field a star-packed team.
As home prices nationwide continue to climb, the federal government is looking into a recent spike in upfront costs associated with buying a house.
Interest in hybrids is growing, with 31% of consumers considering a hybrid for their next purchase.
Kia is advising Telluride owners to park their vehicle outside because of fire concerns with the SUV's power seat controls.
United Airlines is personalizing in-flight marketing as the carrier seeks to cash in on passenger data.
Trader Joe's is seeing mega demand for its mini lines of cooler bags and totes, with the items fetching high prices on resale sites.
The pier constructed by the U.S. military was only operational for about a week before it was blown apart in rough seas last month. Repairs were completed Friday.
The state visit began with a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe, including a wreath-laying at France's tomb of the unknown soldier, and a military parade along the Champs-Élysées leading to the Élysée Palace.
As Kennedy scrambles to gain ballot access in Nevada, some Democratic Party leaders worry he may siphon votes from President Biden in the key battleground state.
The announcement comes just one day after international scrutiny over an Israeli airstrike on a school in central Gaza, where thousands of Palestinian civilians had been sheltering.
Justice Clarence Thomas has formally disclosed two trips he took with Republican megadonor Harlan Crow in 2019.
Derek Stefureac has reversed the progression of his multiple sclerosis by embracing exercise, doctors said.
The RSV vaccine by GSK was previously approved only for adults 60 and older.
The strain is "very, very similar" to the JN.1 variant from earlier this year.
To help bridge the gap between pregnant women and healthcare, non-profit March of Dimes has rolled out mobile units with ultrasound capabilities.
Proposed state standards to protect indoor workers from extreme heat would extend to schools. The rules come as climate change is bringing more frequent and intense heat waves, causing schools nationwide to cancel instruction.
The pier constructed by the U.S. military was only operational for about a week before it was blown apart in rough seas last month. Repairs were completed Friday.
More than 400 cricket leagues have opened in America, with over 200,000 players and counting, according to USA Cricket.
"United we stand, divided we fall," French President Emmanuel Macron said in toasting Mr. Biden at a state dinner. "Allied we are and allied we will stay."
The U.S. role came mainly in the form of intelligence support, two U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News but declined to share sensitive details regarding the operation.
Frank Stronach was arrested on sexual assault charges spanning decades, police said.
Elin Hilderbrand's Nantucket-based books have made her famous. Her books routinely shoot to the top of the bestseller lists. On Tuesday, her book "Swan Song" will be released.
Tate Taylor got his start in his home state of Mississippi as a Hollywood production assistant alongside actor Octavia Spencer. Now, as a director and producer of big budget projects, Taylor is on a mission to bring big screen business back home.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographer Ed Spinelli.
In his memoir, the actor-producer-director who grew up in Hollywood in a literary family writes of a life of bold-faced celebrity, tragedy, and well-told stories.
Emmy Award-winning actor Sarah Paulson is returning to Broadway after more than a decade, starring as Toni Lafayette in the play "Appropriate."
YouTube announced this week it is updating its policy on firearm videos to keep potentially dangerous content from reaching underage users.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping American life, including changing the investment landscape as AI-related stocks are booming. CBS News' John Dickerson examines some of the best performers to explain which industries make up the AI revolution.
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.
The law requires car manufacturers to install rear seat reminder alerts in new passenger cars by 2025. The government is weighing whether to go beyond that mandate to require occupant detection technology.
Many newer vehicles have built-in technology that is meant to remind drivers that a child is in the back seat of a car, which can be deadly on a hot day. But a Louisiana family warns the technology isn't good enough to prevent a tragedy. National consumer correspondent Ash-har Qurairshi reports.
A massive heat dome is currently sulking over California, Texas, and parts of the Southwest. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more details from Las Vegas, which broke a daily record at 111 degrees Fahrenheit Thursday.
The "Teen Rex" is one of just four young T. rex fossils that have been found on Earth.
Joro spiders can lay up to 500 eggs in a single sac and can parachute themselves "tens to hundreds of miles" away through the sky. These photos show where they've landed so far.
They're big, they're scary-looking and they float through the air — but Joro spiders are also among the "shyest" spiders researchers have ever found.
"Tornado Alley" used to refer to the central Plains region, but research shows new areas of the Midwest and Southeast now face a greater threat.
Frank Stronach was arrested on sexual assault charges spanning decades, police said.
The FBI released 475 pages of documents related to the O.J. Simpson investigation for the 1994 double homicides of his former wife Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman.
Coast Guard officers fired at and sank a speedboat suspected of smuggling drugs in the Caribbean Sea, officials said,
Prosecutors say the suspect in the Gilgo Beach murder investigation, Rex Heuermann, faces two more murder charges. He's now accused of killing six women.
The skeletal remains of Maury-Ange Faith Martinez were found in January, several months after she was reported missing.
It was the final flight of Virgin's Unity spaceplane while the company transitions to a more capable spacecraft.
Astronaut Williams Anders died Friday, June 7, 2024, at the age of 90. In this "CBS Sunday Morning" story originally broadcast December 23, 2018, Anders and his fellow crewmates from Apollo 8, James Lovell and Frank Borman, talked with Lee Cowan about becoming the first humans to circle the moon, and of the photograph they brought back: the first image of the Earth above the lunar surface. Dubbed "Earthrise," it showed humanity the beauty and fragility of our home planet, and helped invigorate the environmental movement.
William Anders, who snapped one of the most iconic images of the space age, was killed when his small plane went down off the coast of Washington state.
The Starliner crew had to work around thruster problems and more helium leaks, but pulled off a successful space station docking.
Boeing's Starliner capsule, with a crew of two, docked at the International Space Station Thursday after troubleshooting some technical malfunctions. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood breaks down how NASA maneuvered through the challenges to achieve the Starliner's next step in space.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographer Ed Spinelli.
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
Forrest Fenn hid a treasure somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. Five men died searching for it.
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" with Robert Costa.
The latest jobs report showed that the U.S. added 272,000 jobs last month, significantly higher than forecasters had expected. Michael George has more.
Four hostages held captive by Hamas since the Oct. 7 terror assault on Israel were rescued by Israeli forces Saturday in a raid in central Gaza. Israel said Hamas was hiding the hostages, three men and a woman, in two separate residential buildings in a densely populated area. Hamas said more than 200 Palestinians were killed in the operation. Chris Livesay has the latest.
France is America's oldest ally, and the two nations are in general agreement on some of the thorniest global issues of the moment, making President Biden's state visit to Paris Saturday an opportunity to reinforce the importance of their alliances. Ed O'Keefe reports from Paris.
When Allied military leaders began preparing for the D-Day invasion, it was Papa Jake Larson who helped type up their plans. And this week, the 101-year-old who fought at Omaha Beach, returned to Normandy for the 80th anniversary of D-Day. John Lauritsen has his extraordinary story.