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Winter weather getting warmer, less reliable
Environmental correspondent David Schechter explores how rising winter temperatures are putting water resources at risk and threatening cold weather culture in the era of climate change.
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Environmental correspondent David Schechter explores how rising winter temperatures are putting water resources at risk and threatening cold weather culture in the era of climate change.
Snowpack provides 30% of the state's water supply. The Central Sierra Snow Lab is part of a network of locations that use a tube to measure how deep the snowpack is, and as a result, reveal how much water is stored in the snowpack.
Every morning on Lake Harriet in Minneapolis, you will see a hardy crew strip down to their swimsuits, winter hats and gloves to dip into what they describe as “the magic hole.”
An estimated 80 endangered whales are killed by ship strikes every year off the United States' West Coast. A program called Whale Safe hopes to dramatically reduce that number. Ben Tracy reports.
The study helped two stroke patients regain control of a disabled hand and arm through targeted electrical pulses.
NASA's new Earth System Observatory consists of a series of five advanced satellite missions that will monitor nearly every aspect of Earth.
The spotted handfish, an odd-looking fish that appears to walk on hand-like fins, was photographed by Nicholas Remy in Tasmania last year.
The Ohio train derailment is a "wake-up call" for the reality of vinyl chloride's role in human and environmental health, experts say.
"It's fun to think this dinosaur might well have been strolling along a muddy coastal plain one lazy Sunday afternoon in the Jurassic," one of the researchers said.
"I haven't seen anything like that before," said the man who caught the fish.
A plane carrying Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva landed at a military base in Maryland after they were freed by Russia in a prisoner exchange.
The Biden administration announced the release of three U.S. citizens from Russia, including Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva, as part of a complex 24-person prisoner swap.
Tamara Potocka, 21, was seen wearing an oxygen mask as she was taken away for medical attention
Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell described the deputy as "a rogue individual that acted outside the scope of his authority."
Juan Carlos Bonilla Valladares enabled cocaine trafficking on a massive scale and used violence, including murder, to protect the drug trade, prosecutors said.
The jury ruled the NFL violated antitrust laws in distributing out-of-market Sunday afternoon games on a premium subscription service.
Misty Roberts, 42, was booked on the charges of third degree rape and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles, police said.
Scams preying on young people preparing for the new school year are on the rise, security experts say. Beware these red flags.
The face-off between Simone Biles and Suni Lee marked the first time two gold medalists competed against each other in the event.
Scams preying on young people preparing for the new school year are on the rise, security experts say. Beware these red flags.
Juan Carlos Bonilla Valladares enabled cocaine trafficking on a massive scale and used violence, including murder, to protect the drug trade, prosecutors said.
Misty Roberts, 42, was booked on the charges of third degree rape and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles, police said.
Two men accused of sexually assaulting passengers on airplanes in separate incidents during flights to Seattle have been sentenced.
The body of a North Carolina man who fell 400 feet near a scenic viewpoint on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park has been recovered, authorities say.
Scams preying on young people preparing for the new school year are on the rise, security experts say. Beware these red flags.
CarShield advertisements have featured celebrities who the FTC alleges made false statements in the ads, such as "you'll never pay for expensive car repairs again."
CEO Pat Gelsinger said the chipmaker will cut roughly 15,000 jobs as it moves to slash costs.
MrBeast, aka Jimmy Donaldson, and his reported $700 million empire have come under new fire after accusations of past racist comments have surfaced.
Most don't contest billing errors or denied coverage, even though doing so frequently works, the Commonwealth Fund says.
A plane carrying Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva landed at a military base in Maryland after they were freed by Russia in a prisoner exchange.
The announcement from the U.S. government came amid diplomatic efforts to persuade Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to release vote tallies.
CEO Pat Gelsinger said the chipmaker will cut roughly 15,000 jobs as it moves to slash costs.
In Arizona, Sen. JD Vance criticized the Biden administration's immigration policies and targeted Vice President Kamala Harris for her work on the issue.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is among six candidates who had calls with Vice President Kamala Harris' vetting team this week.
Most don't contest billing errors or denied coverage, even though doing so frequently works, the Commonwealth Fund says.
Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing more than a dozen cancers than older generations, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
The majority of people are unfamiliar with life-saving screenings available for the disease, according to a survey from the American Lung Association. Here's what to know about risk factors and getting screened.
Chemotherapy deserts are expanding across the United States as hospitals winnow services to save money, creating financial and logistical hurdles for rural patience seeking cancer treatment.
A new study highlights new risk factors for dementia, as well as 12 previously known risk factors, and ways to combat them.
Tamara Potocka, 21, was seen wearing an oxygen mask as she was taken away for medical attention
A plane carrying Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva landed at a military base in Maryland after they were freed by Russia in a prisoner exchange.
The announcement from the U.S. government came amid diplomatic efforts to persuade Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to release vote tallies.
Photographer Jerome Brouillet shares how he captured his once-in-a-lifetime shot of surfer Gabriel Medina at the 2024 Olympics surfing competition in Tahiti.
In Arizona, Sen. JD Vance criticized the Biden administration's immigration policies and targeted Vice President Kamala Harris for her work on the issue.
The jury ruled the NFL violated antitrust laws in distributing out-of-market Sunday afternoon games on a premium subscription service.
MrBeast, aka Jimmy Donaldson, and his reported $700 million empire have come under new fire after accusations of past racist comments have surfaced.
Cardi B shared the pregnancy news on social media showing images of herself in a flowing red gown that exposes her baby bump.
Shania Twain returns to Las Vegas with her third residency, "Come On Over," at Planet Hollywood. The show celebrates her record-breaking album and reflects on her career.
Longtime MTV "The Challenge" host TJ Lavin discusses the new season, his favorite part of hosting and why the series has become a global phenomenon.
CEO Pat Gelsinger said the chipmaker will cut roughly 15,000 jobs as it moves to slash costs.
MrBeast, aka Jimmy Donaldson, and his reported $700 million empire have come under new fire after accusations of past racist comments have surfaced.
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.
Don Lemon is suing Elon Musk and his social media platform after the billionaire abruptly scrapped a content partnership with the former CNN anchor.
Former President Donald Trump, who once called bitcoin "a scam," is now pitching himself as the pro-crypto presidential candidate. So what's fueling this change and how is the crypto industry reacting?
Scientists used CT scans and other testing to examine whether the mummy had any pathological abnormalities and assess potential causes of death.
Patterns like those of birds and bees are influencing Dutch scientists' research on "self-flying" swarms of tiny drones.
As of Wednesday evening, California's Park Fire has grown to more than 389,000 acres and is only 18% contained. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has been following the developments.
As of Monday evening, California's Park Fire had burned through 370,000 acres -- roughly half the size of Rhode Island. It's the biggest fire in the Golden State since 2020. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
In Canada, a fast-moving fire has ravaged the resort town of Jasper, Alberta. In Northern California, fires have burned 164,000 acres of land. CBS News Sacramento reporter Kayla Moeller joins from Chico, California, with more on the wildfires.
Juan Carlos Bonilla Valladares enabled cocaine trafficking on a massive scale and used violence, including murder, to protect the drug trade, prosecutors said.
Two men accused of sexually assaulting passengers on airplanes in separate incidents during flights to Seattle have been sentenced.
An Illinois sheriff told CBS News on Thursday that a former deputy who fatally shot Sonya Massey last month was "a rogue individual that acted outside the scope of his authority." Roxana Saberi has more.
New video appears to show the shooter who targeted former President Donald Trump on top of a building moments before he fired at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Kenyan national Kevin Kangethe, accused of murdering his girlfriend and leaving her body in an SUV at Boston's Logan Airport, will face U.S. justice.
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket lifted off from Florida's Cape Canaveral on Tuesday, carrying a secret payload for the U.S. Space Force into orbit for a national security mission. The launch also marked the 100th national security mission carried out by ULA. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins with more.
Tuesday's flight was the Atlas 5's final national security mission as builder United Launch Alliance transitions to new Vulcan rockets.
SpaceX put 67 Starlinks into orbit while Boeing carried out successful tests of its Starliner capsule.
Engineers say they're still troubleshooting issues discovered aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft that took NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams into space. They were originally supposed to spend eight days aboard the International Space Station. They've now been up there for almost eight weeks.
NASA and Boeing managers are increasingly confident the Starliner capsule is good to go for re-entry and landing.
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 photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
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.
President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to reporters on the tarmac of Joint Base Andrews in Maryland after welcoming home three Americans released as part of the prisoner swap with Russia. Mr. Biden said that "the toughest call on this one was for other countries, because I asked them to do some things that were against their immediate self-interest."
A plane carrying three wrongfully detained Americans released by Russia landed at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland late Thursday night. Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, Marine veteran Paul Whelan and Russian-American radio journalist Alsu Kurmasheva were welcomed home by President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and Marine veteran Paul Whelan were among two dozen prisoners freed as part of the biggest prisoner swap between the U.S. and Russia since the end of the Cold War. The complex exchange took place in Turkey and involved more than six nations. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
An Illinois sheriff told CBS News on Thursday that a former deputy who fatally shot Sonya Massey last month was "a rogue individual that acted outside the scope of his authority." Roxana Saberi has more.
Simone Biles won yet another gold medal for Team USA women's gymnastics at the Paris Olympics on Thursday. Biles' victory marks the ninth gold medal for the U.S. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host and CBS News and sports correspondent Dana Jacobson has the latest from Paris.