U.S. satellites helped rescue 300 people last year. Here's how.
A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
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A network of satellites supported 300 rescues across the U.S. and its surrounding waters in 2025, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.
Southeast Michigan is entering a La Niña watch, which means La Niña looks possible going into the winter months.
Tropical Storm Erin was on the verge of becoming the Atlantic season's first hurricane early Friday.
Two months into the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, NOAA forecasters updated their prediction for how many tropical storms and hurricanes to expect.
The 2025 list of hurricane and tropical storm names was last used in 2019. This Atlantic hurricane season is expected to have an above-normal number of storms.
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins during a tumultuous period at the National Weather Service, following significant cuts at the country's forecasting agency.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a geomagnetic storm watch that will go into effect on Wednesday.
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
As the Trump administration continues to slim down the federal workforce, agencies like the National Weather Service face continuous changes.
NOAA previously fired 880 employees on Feb. 27, the majority of which were probationary staff with fewer than two years in their positions.
Some 880 employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were laid off on Thursday, a congressional source told CBS News.
As Hurricane Milton intensified on its path toward Florida's Gulf Coast, the strength of the system increased the severity of the storm surge forecast.
The northern lights could dazzle millions of Americans in some northern states this weekend.
The full list of hurricane names for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season include Beryl, Joyce and Kirk.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's forecasters at the Climate Prediction Center are anticipating an above-average Atlantic hurricane season.
The forecasted conditions come after a weekend of jaw-dropping northern lights seen as far south as Florida and as "magnetically complex" sunspots bigger than Earth continue to emit solar flares.
Americans were being treated to a show of the northern lights this weekend from a powerful geomagnetic storm heading toward Earth.
The sunspot responsible for the odd series of strong solar flares is so big you can see it with your own eyes from Earth.
Blue holes are considered an "oasis" for marine life — but the Taam Ja' Blue Hole off the coast of Mexico remains largely mysterious.
Last summer, hundreds of millions of people were faced with triple-digit temperatures across the U.S. This year, it could happen again.
The Great Lakes are seeing low ice coverage this winter. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said this is part of a longer-term trend of less, which can have lasting impacts.
Forecasters say El Niño, a climate pattern known for warmer ocean temperatures and increased rain and snow, is likely here to stay until early 2024.
Idalia made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane over the Big Bend region of Florida, before continuing along its path toward Georgia and the Carolinas.
Data from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration show July 2023 was hotter than any month on record.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30.
Officials say 2-year-old Amur tiger Darya was born on Nov. 13, 2023, and came to the Detroit Zoo from the Saint Louis Zoo.
Two teens, ages 17 and 18, were taken into custody in connection with a shooting over the weekend outside an Edge Fitness in Sterling Heights.
Police say the 20-year-old victim was found lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to the upper torso.
A Howell, Michigan, man is suing the Livingston County Sheriff's office for $15 million after he says his civil rights were violated during a traffic stop.
On Wednesday, two Great Pyrenees therapy dogs named Rosie and Elwood, along with their handler, Craig Lin, stopped by the West Bloomfield Township Public Library.
A fiery crash involving a car and a semi was under investigation Wednesday afternoon in Canton, police said.
During the nearly 40-minute speech, Vance spoke about the SAVE America Act, Michigan manufacturing jobs and the attack on Temple Israel.
Religious leaders at the Islamic House of Wisdom in Dearborn Heights say Eid al-Fitr is usually a joyful celebration.
Officials say 2-year-old Amur tiger Darya was born on Nov. 13, 2023, and came to the Detroit Zoo from the Saint Louis Zoo.
Two teens, ages 17 and 18, were taken into custody in connection with a shooting over the weekend outside an Edge Fitness in Sterling Heights.
Henry Ford introduced the moving assembly line, a system that reshaped industrial production and helped make automobiles more accessible to the public.
A $4.3 billion investment is going toward a battery cell manufacturing plant in Lansing, Michigan, to provide Tesla with prismatic battery cells.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Short film director Sam Davis gave a shout out to his Michigan hometown when accepting an Oscar award on Sunday.
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Fed officials are grappling with a host of economic challenges, from stubborn inflation to a slowing job market.
Allegations of abuse of women and girls by union leader Cesar Chavez were first reported by the New York Times on Wednesday.
President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.
USPS Postmaster General David Steiner said raising the price of stamps would "largely solve" the agency's financial woes.
Acting deputy TSA administrator Adam Stahl says the situation will get worse the longer the agency and the Department of Homeland Security don't receive funding.
The vote from 10,000 nurses at nine hospitals and campuses received 90% approval for authorization
China Reynolds' son, Auggie, could be waiting for the next 6 to 12 months in the hospital until a new heart is available.
A second resident of Washtenaw County is suspected to have measles, as health officials continue an investigation about potential cases and exposure sites.
A measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, with health officials investigating when and where others may have been exposed in Southeast Michigan.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
Michigan celebrated its best women's basketball players for the first time this season, honoring Diane Dietz, Katelynn Flaherty Yates and Naz Hillmon by raising maize banners to the rafters at Crisler Center with their names and number in blue.
Wisconsin lawmakers are taking a shot at expanding sports betting in the state.
Eastern Michigan has hired Clemson assistant Billy Donlon to coach its basketball team, a week after parting ways with Stan Heath.
Jalen Duren had 36 points and 12 rebounds for the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons, who lost fellow All-Star Cade Cunningham to back spasms in the first half of a 130-117 victory over the Washington Wizards.
Michigan's basketball program has a shot to win its first national title since 1989 thanks to a rebuild under Dusty May.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The NCAA basketball tournament for the Michigan and Michigan State men's teams is on Thursday. CBS Detroit Sports has a breakdown on the upcoming matchups.
Some minor icy spots are possible Thursday morning as rain, and some light freezing rain moves through.
Vice President JD Vance, in a Michigan visit Wednesday, said the Trump administration is "doing everything we can" to make sure that gas prices return to the price range that was commonly seen earlier this year.
A suspect was taken into custody after a 20-year-old woman was fatally shot on Wednesday in Sumpter Township, Michigan, according to police.
Police in Canton Township, Michigan, are on the scene of a fiery crash involving a car and a semi-truck on Wednesday in the area of Ford Road and Haggerty Road, near Interstate 275, in Wayne County.