Sandy prompts some seniors to seek assisted living
Senior care operators see surge in elderly relocating to assisted-living, retirement communities after superstorm's devastation
Superstorm Sandy
Obama signs Sandy aid bill
Law temporarily increases borrowing authority of FEMA to pay $9.7 billion in flood insurance claims from Superstorm
Hurricane Sandy gives boating industry a boost
Nearly $650 million are being written by insurance companies to boat owners who are looking to get back on the water
Sandy damage good for boating biz
Along with huge property losses came insurance payouts
NY homes for elderly under scrutiny after Sandy
AP disclosed that elderly and disabled people forced to evacuate were still sleeping on cots in cramped and sometimes oppressive conditions
Sandy victims: Initial aid money is a "drop in the bucket"
Initial aid money is a "drop in the bucket"
New Congress approves some aid to Sandy victims
New Congress approves some Sandy aid
House passes Sandy relief bill
More federal assistance is on the way victims of superstorm Sandy
Vote on aid for Sandy victims on tap in new House
$9B measure is start on replacing $60B in bill scrapped by Speaker Boehner at end of prior Congress; Move drew wrath of both parties
Superstorm Sandy tops 2012 insurance claims
Insurance company: Total economic costs in 2012 from natural disasters worldwide -- including uninsured losses -- amounted to $160 billion
Gov. Christie rips GOP House leaders on Sandy aid
N.J. Gov. Chris Christie scolded Republicans that let a $60 billion aid bill for Superstorm Sandy victims die in the House
NJ Gov. Christie blasts Congress over delay in Sandy aid vote
Christie in forefront of Sandy-hit state leaders calling for faster federal aid to recover from superstorm
Christie blasts Congress for delaying Sandy aid vote
N.J. governor says pulling of vote on bill an example of "why the American people hate Congress"
Homeowners rebuilding after Sandy desperate for aid
Some are frustrated with lawmakers in Washington delaying the vote on providing them with necessary relief
World's largest Ferris wheel not slowed by Sandy
NYC pressing on with plans for world's largest Ferris wheel on shoreline, despite challenges from deadly storm 2 months ago
Gov. Christie: Sandy bill could not overcome toxic House politics
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie claimed a Sandy aid package could not overcome toxic politics of House
Gov. Christie: House GOP, Boehner "disappointing and disgusting to watch"
The New Jersey governor felt the last-minute congressional negotiations "disappointing and disgusting to watch"
House GOP blasted for scrapping Sandy aid vote
New York area-lawmakers in both parties berate Republican leaders for not calling vote on relief bill during this term of Congress
Homeowner struggles after superstorm Sandy
Pedro Correa survived the storm with his life, but his home is in ruins
Nine weeks after Sandy, need for help continues
Hurricane refugee shares his struggle to rebuild after losing everything
Senate approves $60.4 billion Sandy aid bill
The measure on an aid package for victims of Hurricane Sandy cleared the Senate on a 61-33 vote
NYU Langone partially reopens post-Sandy
Hospital evacuated about 320 patients, suffered $1 billion in damage
Strangers reach out to help New York woman after superstorm Sandy
Since losing her home to the superstorm, Marie Lopresti has gotten gifts from family, friends, and even strangers who saw her story
Generosity helps woman after superstorm Sandy
Michelle Miller revisits a woman in Breezy Point, Brooklyn who lost her home after superstorm Sandy
Kindness restores Christmas spirit post-Sandy
Friends and strangers find ways to make the holidays a little brighter for those still unable to return to their storm-ravaged homes
U.S.
McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
Trump will appear by video at New York "hush money" sentencing, prosecutors say
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced for his conviction in the New York "hush money case" on Friday.
Rudy Giuliani found in contempt of court
A judge has found Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to properly respond to requests for information in response to a $148 million defamation judgment granted to two Georgia election workers.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
Deputies responding to "bananas situation" find monkey in a pink tutu
A monkey in a pink tutu was captured by deputies after slipping out of a Missouri home.
Inside Trump's White House: a new occupant in one of the prime offices
West Wing office space has long been a status symbol in official Washington where proximity and access to the president can equate to influence.
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
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McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
Trump will appear by video at New York "hush money" sentencing, prosecutors say
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced for his conviction in the New York "hush money case" on Friday.
Rudy Giuliani found in contempt of court
A judge has found Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to properly respond to requests for information in response to a $148 million defamation judgment granted to two Georgia election workers.
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McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
Giant bluefin tuna the size of a motorcycle sells for $1.3 million
It is the second highest price paid at the opening auction of the year in Tokyo's main fish market since comparable data started being collected in 1999.
Winter storm brings power outages, leaving consumers in the dark
Hundreds of thousands of households across southern and eastern U.S. states were without power Monday.
Insurers limit coverage of prosthetic limbs, questioning medical need
Only 30% of beneficiaries who lost a limb in 2016 received a prosthesis within three years, a report found.
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Miami Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio asks for Jan. 6 Trump pardon
Enrique Tarrio is asking President-elect Donald Trump for a pardon.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
Trump will appear by video at New York "hush money" sentencing, prosecutors say
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced for his conviction in the New York "hush money case" on Friday.
Rudy Giuliani found in contempt of court
A judge has found Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to properly respond to requests for information in response to a $148 million defamation judgment granted to two Georgia election workers.
Inside Trump's White House: a new occupant in one of the prime offices
West Wing office space has long been a status symbol in official Washington where proximity and access to the president can equate to influence.
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First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana
For the first time, bird flu has claimed a human life in the U.S. Louisiana's health department says the patient was over the age of 65 and reportedly had underlying health problems.
What to know about the HMPV virus reported in China
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
How to read new food label standards
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Michael Moss explains the FDA's new rules for "healthy" food labels, limits on added sugars, and the push for alcohol warning labels.
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What to know about the HMPV virus reported in China
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
Woman arrested after poisoned Christmas cake kills 3 family members
Three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23, officials said.
Giant bluefin tuna the size of a motorcycle sells for $1.3 million
It is the second highest price paid at the opening auction of the year in Tokyo's main fish market since comparable data started being collected in 1999.
Venezuelan opposition leader who says he defeated Maduro meets with Biden
The United States and many European countries have rejected Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's claim of winning the election.
Tourist killed by elephant while she was bathing animal at sanctuary
A stressed elephant killed a Spanish tourist while she was bathing the animal at a sanctuary in southern Thailand, police said.
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Arthur Brooks on why small New Year's resolutions are better
Harvard professor Arthur Brooks says making smaller New Year's resolutions can actually help them stick and lead to greater happiness.
Big winners from the Golden Globes
Demi Moore accepted her first-ever Golden Globe award for her role in the horror movie "The Substance." Other big winners include the musical "Emilia Perez" and the drama "The Brutalist," which won best film. Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner has more.
Highlights from the 82nd Golden Globes
Nikki Glaser made her hosting debut at the 82nd Golden Globes, where "Emilia Perez" and "Shogun" each won four awards. Entertainment Tonight's Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner share the night's biggest moments.
June Squibb on her "Thelma" role
June Squibb, best known for her Oscar-nominated role in "Nebraska," stars in the action-comedy "Thelma." She plays a grandmother determined to outsmart a scammer. She joins "CBS Mornings."
Netflix's "The Home Edit" stars on new book
The stars of Netflix's "The Home Edit" are teaching kids to organize with their new book, "The Rainbow Cleanup." Joanna Teplin and Clea Shearer share their tips for creating tidy spaces.
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What to know about car rental app Turo
The car rental app Turo is working to understand how two of its vehicles were used in the deadly New Orleans attack and Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas. The Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel and the electric truck used in the New Orleans attack were both rented via Turo. New York Times technology reporter Eli Tan joins CBS News 24/7 to explain how the app and its background check process work.
Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
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.
The legal grounds for a TikTok ban delay
President-elect Donald Trump requested that the Supreme Court suspend the TikTok ban until after he takes office while he works on a political resolution. University of Minnesota Law School associate professor Alan Rozenshtein breaks down the legal basis for the request.
Apple agrees to pay $95 million to settle Siri eavesdropping claims
Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record user conversations through iPhones and other devices, court finds.
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Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
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Biden visits New Orleans after truck attack
President Biden visited New Orleans on Monday and met with the families of the victims of the deadly New Year's Day truck attack. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca is on Bourbon Street with the latest on the investigation.
FBI releases New Orleans attacker video
The FBI has released new video in the probe of the New Orleans Bourbon Street attack that occurred on New Year's Day. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Heavy security in D.C. on Jan. 6
Security is tight in Washington, D.C., four years after the Capitol attack during the 2020 election certification process. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports on the measures taken to keep the nation's capital safe.
Some Jan. 6 rioters had prior records
At least 159 of the Jan. 6, 2021, convicts who have been sentenced have prior criminal records, according to a CBS News investigation. Steve Reilly breaks down the data.
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
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NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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Harry Dunn on Jan. 6 four years later
On Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol Hill police officers were on the front lines as supporters of then-President Donald Trump breached the Capitol building. One of those officers was Harry Dunn, who joins CBS News to reflect on that fateful day and share his thoughts on Trump's promise to pardon rioters when he takes office.
Americans mourn Jimmy Carter in Georgia
Thousands of mourners honored the life of former President Jimmy Carter at the Carter Center in Atlanta on Monday. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports.
What happened to Justin Trudeau's popularity?
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his plans Monday to step down after nearly a decade in office. Once an extremely popular leader, Trudeau has faced growing opposition over rising food and housing costs in recent years. David Heurtel, former Canadian Cabinet minister and political analyst, joins CBS News to explain how things got here and what happens next for Trudeau.
Millions in U.S. under winter storm warnings
Over 34 million Americans are under winter storm warnings as heavy wind and snow blanket the Midwest through the East Coast. According to FlightAware, more than 2,000 U.S. flights were canceled due to snow Monday, including dozens at the Muhammad Ali International Airport in Louisville, Kentucky. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has the latest from the Bluegrass State.
Biden visits New Orleans after truck attack
President Biden visited New Orleans on Monday and met with the families of the victims of the deadly New Year's Day truck attack. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca is on Bourbon Street with the latest on the investigation.