22% of butterflies in U.S. disappeared in 2 decades, study finds
A study, published Thursday in the journal Science, found that 22% of butterflies in the United States disappeared between 2000 and 2020.
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A study, published Thursday in the journal Science, found that 22% of butterflies in the United States disappeared between 2000 and 2020.
Astronomers believe thousands of large undiscovered asteroids, that could cause regional damage, may be in space.
2024 YR4 now has roughly a 0.004% chance of hitting Earth in about eight years, NASA said.
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
Blue holes are considered an "oasis" for marine life — but the Taam Ja' Blue Hole off the coast of Mexico remains largely mysterious.
"Although to some, the noise is annoying, they pose no danger to humans or pets," the sheriff wrote. "Unfortunately, it is the sounds of nature."
Cancer, heart disease, respiratory illnesses and kidney dysfunction among the health consequences of a warming planet.
People who have experienced extreme weather are especially likely to say climate change needs to be addressed right away.
How often do total solar eclipses, like the one on April 8, occur? It was the first in the U.S. since 2017, and the nation won't get another until 2044.
Astronomy fans figuring out where and what time to see the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse could check out maps showing the path of totality.
A vast solar farm with over 621,000 panels shimmer like a mirage but with the capability to power close to 60,000 residential customers — or one very big stadium.
About 31.6 million people live in the path of today's total solar eclipse across the U.S., and millions more will see a partial eclipse. Here's how and where to see it.
The demand we put on the environment has outpaced how the environment can regenerate those resources; like wood, water and plants.
The minimum distance between Mars and Earth is about 34 million miles, according to NASA.
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
One astronomer said he believes there's about a "1 in 400 chance" the asteroid could impact Earth.
The Florida-sized glacier could have a major impact on sea levels, and scientists say the rate at which it's melting could rapidly increase in the coming years.
A Savannah, Georgia flight bound for Miami hit turbulence just moments after takeoff, and we're not talking about the skies.
Bogdan Bogdanovic scored a season-high 30 points, helping the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Miami Heat 119-104.
MDSO arrested the two on organized fraud charges for allegedly extorting money from over 15 family businesses.
CBP Home is a phone app previously used for people seeking asylum in the U.S. But, it has since been revived with a different purpose.
The delay in funding raises critical concerns about the future of families already on the brink of homelessness.
A Savannah, Georgia flight bound for Miami hit turbulence just moments after takeoff, and we're not talking about the skies.
Bogdan Bogdanovic scored a season-high 30 points, helping the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Miami Heat 119-104.
MDSO arrested the two on organized fraud charges for allegedly extorting money from over 15 family businesses.
The layoffs are part of a broader effort led by Elon Musk's DOGE to shrink the federal workforce.
CBP Home is a phone app previously used for people seeking asylum in the U.S. But, it has since been revived with a different purpose.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
The positions will be eliminated "immediately," according to a memo by Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin.
The bill would expand the utility commission and make other changes.
President Trump said Monday that Mahmoud Khalil's arrest was just the first "of many to come."
The Department of Education said staff affected by the job cuts would be placed on leave starting Friday, March 21.
Ukraine said it would accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia after talks with the U.S. in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.
There has been a major development in the aftermath of our CBS News Miami documentary "Warehoused: The Life and Death of Tristin Murphy."
The former lieutenant governor sat down with "Facing South Florida" for her first interview since becoming FIU's interim president.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to taking an up-close look at President Donald Trump's first month in office.
"Facing South Florida" devotes the entire half hour to the immigration bill DeSantis signed and the tumultuous events leading up to it.
Jim talks to Republican State Senator Blaise Ingoglia, who has been in the immigration battle from the beginning.
For millions of Americans, paying for medical care often means going into debt, new data shows.
More than 97% of measles cases across North and South America have been in the U.S. or Canada.
James Harrison, an Australian man credited with saving 2.4 million babies through his record-breaking blood plasma donations over six decades, has died, his family says. He was 88.
Pope Francis had a peaceful night with no crises after a bronchial crisis prompted a worsening of his health.
A World Health Organization official said the FDA "participated as in the past" in the process.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
In her long-awaited return to fiction, the author of "Americanah" presents her intricately-woven novel that explores love, ambition, family expectations, and the forces that shape women's choices.
Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their home last week in a gated community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
Gene Hackman died of heart disease and Betsy Arakawa's cause of death was hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, officials said.
"Sunday Morning" looks back on the brilliant career of Gene Hackman, and talks with Brad Dourif (Hackman's co-star in "Mississippi Burning") and Hollywood Reporter chief film critic David Rooney about a star who refused to be typecast.