U.S. wildfires were larger, more frequent and more widespread in last 20 years
Wildfires are larger, more frequent and more widespread in the last 20 years than they have been before.
Wildfires are larger, more frequent and more widespread in the last 20 years than they have been before.
For the last three years, Woody Faircloth and his 9-year-old daughter Luna have been taking special trips from Colorado to deliver RVs to families who've lost homes in California's wildfires.
President Biden made his first visit to the West Coast on Monday since taking office. He's scheduled to campaign on behalf of California Governor Gavin Newsom in Long Beach ahead of Tuesday's governor recall election. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, USA Today White House correspondent Courtney Subramanian, and Politico congressional reporter Nicholas Wu join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details, plus the latest on the Afghanistan hearings and the battle in Congress over government spending.
Tropical Storm Nicholas is taking aim at Louisiana and Texas, which are still recovering from previous storms. Meanwhile, President Biden is visiting several western states hit hard by wildfires. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest on the forecast.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released a report showing the U.S. had the hottest summer on record, topping the 1936 Dust Bowl. It also showed the country experienced an abnormal amount of extreme weather events. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joined CBSN's Lana Zak to break it down.
As the Caldor Fire threatens the Lake Tahoe area, thousands of people in both California and Nevada are under evacuation orders. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans joined CBSN with the latest from South Lake Tahoe, which is almost empty during what would normally be a busy tourism season.
Fire crews continue working to try to stop flames from engulfing the area surrounding Lake Tahoe. Residents have evacuated South Lake Tahoe and CBS News correspondent Carter Evans is there with the latest details.
Parts of Northern California and Nevada are under a state of emergency as the Caldor Fire approaches South Lake Tahoe. Reporter Rachel Wulff of CBS Sacramento station KOVR joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest on the evacuation and firefighting efforts.
Fire officials in California are preparing for the Caldor fire to grow with high winds expected this weekend. KOVR reporter Laura Haefeli gives an update on the evacuation efforts. Freelance journalist Daliah Singer spoke with CBSN's Lana Zak about growing concerns about firefighter fatigue.
The "Bring Your Own Brigade" documentary, which is streaming Friday on CBSN, explores the 2018 Camp Fire and the global fire crisis that is threatening the planet. Fire historian Stephen Pyne, who is featured in the documentary, joins CBSN to discuss the causes of the fire crisis and what the solutions might be.
California is dealing with the massive Dixie Fire, fallout from climate change and a surge in COVID cases. All of this comes as Governor Gavin Newsom faces a recall election. CBS News elections and survey's director Anthony Salvonota joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the findings of a new CBS News poll examining how Californians feel about Newsom's response to these crises.
According to a CBS News poll, people in California overwhelmingly say the state's recent rise in COVID-19 cases was preventable if more people had gotten vaccinated and taken more precautions. CBS news elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joined CBSN to discuss the recent polling.
This summer's wildfires are sending clouds of pollutants across the United States. Dr. Reza Ronaghi, an interventional pulmonologist at UCLA Health, joins CBSN to discuss the potential health impacts for people from coast to coast.
As the U.S. braces for more heat waves, the Mediterranean is also grappling with record-high temperatures and wildfires. CBS News' Meg Oliver reports on the dangers of extreme heat. Then, CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Michael George to explain the link between climate change and these global disasters.
The Dixie Fire in Northern California has become the single largest wildfire in the state's history. The fire has grown to more than 500,000 acres and officials say thousands of structures remain threatened. Tom Harbour, chief fire officer for Cornea, a data service for disaster planning, response and recovery, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss how the U.S. can better prepare for these incidents.
"I've never seen anything like this," CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli says of the array of climate-related disasters happening around the world. He joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the significance of droughts, heat waves, fires and flooding that are hitting various parts of the globe this summer.
More than ten thousand firefighters are battling blazes throughout one-fifth of the country. And while some states will see monsoon moisture later this week, not all regions will be so lucky. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports from California and CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN for the latest weather forecast.
The extreme heat and historic drought in the West is driving what is expected to be a record-breaking wildfire season. California officials say more than twice the number of acres have burned so far this year than had burned by this point last year. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports and CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN for the forecast.
While the central Plains and Southeast brace for severe thunderstorm threats and flash flooding, the West is facing dangerous wildfire conditions. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with his forecast.
California firefighters are turning to a statewide network of nearly 650 cameras to quickly locate a fire and send resources. Carter Evans went to San Diego County to see the system firsthand.
The West Coast wildfires have devastated about 30 wineries in California's Napa Valley, and many winery owners say it will be a long time before they fully recover. The pandemic has also caused these vineyards to take a substantial financial hit. Contributing writer for The Washington Post and former winery owner Tim Carl joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
In their first debate Tuesday night, President Trump and Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden clashed over issues like mail-in voting and how to handle the California wildfires and the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN to set the record straight on some of their claims.
A wildfire in Northern California kills three people while another blaze causes major damage to the area's famed wine country. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
The fire was fueled by vegetation that hadn't burned in decades and pushed by erratic winds
Massive wildfires burning in California, Oregon and Washington state have spread smoke as far away as New York City and Washington, D.C. The fires have killed more than 30 people and forced thousands from their homes. KCBS reporter Tina Patel joins CBSN from Sierra Madre, California with the latest on the Bobcat Fire and what people can do to help the evacuees.
Israel's government says a drone was launched toward the prime minister's house, with no casualties.
"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.
With only weeks before the November 5 election, here's how top economists assess the health of the U.S. economy.
Prosecutors opened the trial on Friday by describing the gruesome crime scene where the girls were found with their throats slit.
The judge overseeing President Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case released more evidence collected by special counsel Jack Smith on Friday.
Jay Cutler was arrested for a DUI, gun possession and other charges in Franklin, Tennessee on Thursday evening, an official confirmed to CBS News.
A new report by House Democrats accuses Trump of charging the Secret Service "exorbitant rates" when agents stayed at his hotel as the protective detail for Trump family members.
In his first sit-down interview since his release from Russia, Paul Whelan said being left behind twice in prisoner swaps played with his mind.
The frozen waffles, made by Treehouse Foods, were sold under store brands including Walmart's Great Value and Target's Good and Gather.
Arrest records show Malinowsky was arrested for trespassing and failure to appear in court on previous charges of operating an unregistered vehicle and having no valid driver's license.
Many of the women participating in Chicago's She Ro intervention program have lost a loved one to gun violence.
Custodian Claudene Wilson is so dedicated to Swedeborg District lll Elementary School that, over the past 30 years, she has taken on many additional responsibilities.
"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.
The frozen waffles, made by Treehouse Foods, were sold under store brands including Walmart's Great Value and Target's Good and Gather.
The frozen waffles, made by Treehouse Foods, were sold under store brands including Walmart's Great Value and Target's Good and Gather.
Navigating the insurance process after a natural disaster damages your home can be daunting. Here are some key tips.
Donald Trump said he'd appoint a CEO who is 78, his own age. But chief executives of top companies who are his age or older are rare.
With only weeks before the November 5 election, here's how top economists assess the health of the U.S. economy.
Walmart's prefab house includes space for a bedroom, living room, bathroom, dining room and kitchen, but appliances are sold separately.
"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.
Donald Trump said he'd appoint a CEO who is 78, his own age. But chief executives of top companies who are his age or older are rare.
With only weeks before the November 5 election, here's how top economists assess the health of the U.S. economy.
"If Mr. Trump returns, we will open multiple bottles of champagne," Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said earlier this month.
The judge overseeing President Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case released more evidence collected by special counsel Jack Smith on Friday.
"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.
Among new mothers in the U.S., 1 in 8 suffer from postpartum depression, according to the CDC.
Recalled product sold nationwide can cause serious, potentially deadly burns in less than a second.
Tropical Storm Nadine is expected to bring gusty winds and heavy rain to Central America, the Yucatan Peninsula and southern Mexico.
The father of former One Direction star Liam Payne arrived in Buenos Aires to arrange for the return of his son's body to England.
Experts say Hezbollah's tunnels are not limited to the south.
Israel's government says a drone was launched toward the prime minister's house, with no casualties.
King Charles III is only the second reigning British monarch to visit Australia. His mother, Queen Elizabeth II, became the first 70 years ago.
The father of former One Direction star Liam Payne arrived in Buenos Aires to arrange for the return of his son's body to England.
In 1889, Vincent Van Gogh checked himself into a psychiatric hospital in southern France. While there, he completed some of his most notable works, including “Irises.” The masterpiece has been studied by artists and historians for more than a century, and now, researchers are using the latest technology to take a look at the painting in a brand new way.
We're learning about Liam Payne's final moments before the former One Direction singer plunged from a hotel balcony on Wednesday. Fans around the world have set up memorials for him. The other members of One Direction say they are "completely devastated."
As "Blue Bloods" enters its final stretch of new episodes, the Reagan family continues to capture audiences. Star Tom Selleck and the cast discuss the show's lasting impact and the iconic family dinner scenes that have become a fan favorite.
Liam Payne, 31, died Wednesday after falling into the interior patio of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Gordon Lubold from The Wall Street Journal joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the rise in drone activity over restricted U.S. military airspaces.
Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals more than 20% of voters frequently use social platforms to stay informed.
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.
Just ahead of the holiday shopping rush, Apple is giving iPad minis their first update in years while Amazon is offering a new line of Kindle e-readers. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joined CBS News to discuss the devices.
Two Sudanese brothers are charged with running "Anonymous Sudan," one of the most prolific cyberattack-for-hire gangs of all time.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration published its winter outlook for this coming December, January and February. Experts anticipate warmer-than-average temperatures for much of the country. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey joins to discuss.
Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused so much complex havoc that damages totals are likely join the infamous ranks of Katrina, Sandy and Harvey as super costly $50-billion-plus killers, experts say.
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court said it will allow the Environmental Protection Agency to enforce new greenhouse gas emissions limits for power plants. Michael Gerrard, a professor at Columbia Climate School, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
White blobs of "a mystery substance" dotting beaches across Canada's far northeast Newfoundland and Labrador province spark an investigation.
As the southern U.S. reels from back-to-back hurricanes, researchers estimate that millions will move away from areas with extreme weather in the coming decades. Senior research geographer Dr. Alexander de Sherbinin joins CBS News to discuss the research and which parts of the U.S. will likely be most affected.
As the presidential election nears, the issue of crime is weighing on the minds of voters. A CBS News poll taken earlier this year found 63% of voters said crime would be a factor in who they vote for, despite FBI data showing reported violent crime fell in 2023. In Chicago, a group of women is trying to continue to lower crime rates end the cycle of violence in the city.
Disturbing new details and heart-wrenching testimony were given during the first day of the Delphi murders trial. Prosecutors revealed how Abby Williams, 13, and Libby German, 14, were killed on a hiking trail more than seven years ago. Here's what to know about the case.
Opening statements were heard Friday in the trial of a man charged with murder in the 2017 slayings of two teen girls in Delphi, Indiana. The two had gone for a hike along a bridge trail and their bodies were found the following day about a half-mile from where they were last seen. The suspect, Richard Allen, was arrested in 2022. Meg Oliver reports from the courthouse.
Richard Allen's trial is underway in Indiana. Allen is accused of killing two teenage girls in a case known as the Delphi murders. He pleaded not guilty to all charges. CBS News' Meg Oliver reports.
The Texas Supreme Court ruled to stay Robert Roberson's execution after a last-attempt appeal by his lawyers and lawmakers was granted. CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports.
NASA's solar-powered Europa Clipper took off Monday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The spacecraft is projected to reach Jupiter by April 2030 and will study one of the planet's moons. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what scientists are hoping to accomplish with the mission.
NASA successfully launched the Europa Clipper spacecraft Monday toward Jupiter where it will monitor a moon for potential habitable qualities. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the spacecraft expected to near Jupiter's moon Europa around April 2030.
A multi-billion dollar space mission launching Monday may reveal more about an icy moon circling planet Jupiter. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
SpaceX launched its most powerful rocket ever built and then flew its first stage booster back to the launch pad where giant metal arms called "chopsticks" grabbed it, just seven minutes after lifting off in Boca Chica, Texas. The uncrewed test flight is a new milestone in SpaceX's vision of developing a fully reusable rocket to return astronauts to the moon and beyond.
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Europa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
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."
House plants have been welcomed into homes for centuries, but in recent years, a botanical renaissance has bloomed. The global indoor plants market was valued at just under $20 billion last year, and is projected to reach more than $28 billion by 2031. Dana Jacobson reports on what’s putting new life into the market.
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.
NBA player Jared Butler fulfills his lifelong goal of learning how to swim – and hopes to inspire others to chase their dreams. A patient who thought for decades about the nurse who cared for her reunites with the woman she credits with saving her life. Plus, more heartwarming news.
A fast-moving brush fire triggered the evacuation of a neighborhood in Oakland, California. Meanwhile, a massive power outage in Cuba has left millions of people in the dark. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
In 1889, Vincent Van Gogh checked himself into a psychiatric hospital in southern France. While there, he completed some of his most notable works, including “Irises.” The masterpiece has been studied by artists and historians for more than a century, and now, researchers are using the latest technology to take a look at the painting in a brand new way.