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The beekeeping industry is in crisis over the shocking and unexplained deaths of hundreds of millions of bees over the last eight months. It could impact all of the U.S., as bees are responsible for pollinating over a third of the nation's crops. Janet Shamlian has the story.
Bees play a key role in the U.S. food supply, and the mass deaths could jeopardize that.
The beekeeping industry is in crisis over the shocking and unexplained deaths of hundreds of millions of bees over the last eight months. Bees are responsible for pollinating more than a third of the nation's crops, and experts warn that the current losses are unsustainable.
As President Joe Biden makes history by becoming the first U.S. president to visit the Amazon rainforest, efforts are being made to preserve the planet’s critical ecosystems. One project is being led by a surprising species.
Honeybees already have a "busy" reputation. Now, a Belgian company is putting the industrious insects to work. The company uses millions of bees to collect data from the environment. For one farmer, it's helping better manage his farmland.
A 57-year-old groundskeeper at a golf course north of Tuscon died last month after he was attacked by a swarm of bees while on the job.
Colorful blue-banded bees are known for their love of lavender and blue objects. They are found across most of Australia, India, Papua New Guinea and other areas in East Asia. Unlike some bees, members of this species live in solitary nests that they build near others, according to the Australian Museum.
In 2006, bees across the U.S. started dying rapidly. Now, the U.S. honey bee population is at an all-time high, according to the Census of Agriculture. Clay Bolt, manager of pollinator conservation for the World Wildlife Fund U.S., joins CBS News to explain what happened.
There's a newly-determined "major factor" in declining bumblebee populations – and it's attacking their nests.
After beekeeper Matt Hilton removed the swarm, the Diamondbacks had him throw out the first pitch.
A mom has gone viral on TikTok after sharing her toddler was hearing "monster" in her bedroom walls. What they found was "like a horror movie."
This Earth Day, learn about the millions of species of plants and animals and the vital role they all play in the planet's future.
A swarm of bees forced a nearly two-hour disruption of a quarterfinal match at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif. as billionaires Larry Ellison and Bill Gates looked on.
Bus stop coverings are getting replaced with "living roofs" made with native plants to help provide food for dying species and help people stay cool amid rising temperatures.
The man was moving an old bag of potting soil from his porch when the bees came out of the bag.
The invasive insect has the potential to threaten honey production, native pollinators and the agriculture industry.
The nation's capital has become a hospitable home to pollinators.
We're winging it this weekend with buzzing bees and busy butterflies in Toledo, Ohio. Videographer: Alex Goetz.
Residents of the neighborhoods were told to stay inside and close their doors and windows as the bees swarmed.
When honeybees get sick with American Foulbrood disease, their hives must be incinerated, impacting the bee population and, in turn, the global food supply.
Thomas Gouttierre said he and his wife tasted some of the honey before the bees were taken away.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed moving the prostrate milkweed to endangered status.
Beekeeper Andrew Coté said the queen bee left a hotel rooftop hive nearby and maybe a third to half of the bees followed her. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Mahmoud Khalil, who led protests at Columbia University against Israel, appeared in immigration court in Louisiana Friday.
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday the U.S. must facilitate the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador and imprisoned.
A Cessna 310 carrying three people departed Boca Raton and was bound for Tallahassee before it crashed, the FAA said.
Mikal Mahdi, 42, chose to die by three bullets to the heart instead of lethal injection or the electric chair.
The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.
The White House said a summary of the results of President Trump's physical will be released.
"You can be incredibly supportive of people, but giving them false hope is wrong," said Dr. Peter Marks.
Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.
President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
Mikal Mahdi, 42, chose to die by three bullets to the heart instead of lethal injection or the electric chair.
Some people whose homes survived the Eaton wildfire in January are struggling to convince their insurers to test their properties for safety.
Some people whose homes survived the Eaton wildfire in January are struggling to convince their insurers to test their properties for safety.
Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that tariffs are likely to boost inflation, while urging the Trump administration to strike trade deals.
Stocks climbed on Friday even as Wall Street analysts warn of a growing trade war between the world's two biggest economies.
Some families, however, may be looking at alternatives after the average cost of a dozen eggs climbed to a record high of $6.23 in March, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.
Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.
President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.
Enriquez lives with chronic kidney disease, neurofibromatosis, which causes tumors to form, scoliosis and Raynaud's phenomenon, causing temporary spasms of blood vessels. On top of all that, she has an unnamed genetic disorder,
"You can be incredibly supportive of people, but giving them false hope is wrong," said Dr. Peter Marks.
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
The CDC rejected a request for help "due to the complete loss" of their lead poisoning experts.
The pilot and three passengers aboard the helicopter, as well as the penguin, were uninjured, according to an incident report.
Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.
Pastor Josh Sullivan was holding a prayer meeting with about 30 people, including his wife and six children, when the gunmen entered the church, his colleague said.
In the lead-up to talks this weekend, President Trump reiterated his warning that military action was "absolutely" possible if talks failed.
The commander of a U.S. military base in Greenland was ousted due to "loss of confidence in her ability to lead."
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
A Los Angeles court ruled that Sony may take over distribution of "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!" which it produces, from CBS.
Yvonne Strahovski, who plays Serena Joy Waterford, says the final season of "The Handmaid's Tale" delivers the long-awaited rebellion.
Yvonne Strahovski joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the final season of the Emmy-winning series "The Handmaid's Tale" and what fans can expect from her character's complicated journey.
President Trump's tariffs on China could make Apple iPhones more expensive. China announced Friday it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125% after Mr. Trump increased reciprocal tariffs on some Chinese products to 145%. Yahoo Finance senior tech reporter Yasmin Khorram reports.
Apple's move to avoid China tariffs had been in the works for months, according to report citing Indian government officials.
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.
Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams testified Wednesday afternoon before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism.
New documents obtained by Business Insider show how companies are testing artificial intelligence models to prevent the spread of extreme information about abusive topics. Effie Webb, a tech news fellow at Business Insider, joins CBS News with more.
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.
The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.
It's almost been ten years since Freddie Gray died, and an event in downtown Baltimore Friday aimed to not only remember him but also remember what needs to be done when it comes to ensuring fair policing.
Kathan Guzman was mistakenly released from a jail in Clayton County, Georgia, officials said. He was arrested in Florida.
The 10-man, two-woman jury began deliberations in Monica Sementilli's trial on Wednesday, and by Friday morning, the guilty verdict was announced.
The Menendez brothers are awaiting a court hearing in California that could determine their chance at resentencing. This comes as the new Los Angeles county district attorney appears to signal he opposes a change in their conviction. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.
CBS Mornings host Gayle King is preparing to blast off into space Monday on board a historic all-female Blue Origin space flight. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassman reports.
Private companies have launched nearly 120 civilians to the edge of space.
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke about the opportunity to travel to space, the support she's received and the message she hopes to send to others.
Here's a look at the women expected to join Blue Origin's upcoming mission, which has a target launch date of Monday, April 14, and what they have to say about the epic journey.
Jared Isaacman, President Trump's nominee to lead NASA, tells lawmakers the space agency can return astronauts to the moon while pursuing flights to Mars.
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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 seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
In California, we look into the rapidly growing demand for the beloved Taiwanese drink boba in the U.S. Then, we tour a new exhibition that’s celebrating the history and cultural significance of the lowrider. Watch these stories and more on Eye on America with host Michelle Miller.
The economy's vibes are off, according to American consumers. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
A new two-part documentary, "The Carters: Hurts to Love You," gives you a raw look at the famous Carter family, their success and struggles with being in the spotlight. Stream the episodes on Tuesday, April 15, only on Paramount+.
More states are struggling to obtain the more common lethal injection drugs. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is moving to restart federal death row executions. Robin Maher, executive director of the nonprofit Death Penalty Information Center, joins to discuss.
The National Transportation Safety Board is just beginning its investigation into a helicopter crash in the Hudson River that killed everyone on board. Nikki Battiste has the latest.