Fire breaks out at New Jersey chemical factory
A 11-alarm fire broke out Friday night at a chemical factory in Passaic, New Jersey, officials said. CBS New York reports from the scene of the blaze.
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2-year-old was youngest victim of Bronx apartment fire, officials say
All 17 people who died in the catastrophic fire have now been identified by officials.
Deadly Philly fire ignited by lighter and Christmas tree, officials say
The conclusion is based in part on testimony from a 5-year-old who survived the fire.
Likely cause determined in deadly Philadelphia fire
A fire in Philadelphia that killed 12 people likely started with a Christmas tree igniting, officials said.
Space heater blamed for deadly Bronx fire
A New York City fire official says a malfunctioning space heater started the fire that killed 19 people, including nine children, in an apartment building in the Bronx. CBSN New York reporter John Dias spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about where the investigation stands and what we know about the victims so far.
At least 17 dead, including children, in "horrific" New York City fire
The fire appears to have been started by an portable space heater, New York City Fire Commissioner Daniel Nigro said.
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New York City apartment fire kills 19
Firefighters raced to rescue dozens of trapped New Yorkers after an apartment caught fire in the Bronx Sunday morning. Nineteen people were killed, including nine children, officials said.
NY officials give update on Bronx fire
New York City Fire Commissioner Daniel Nigro said Sunday that a fire that killed 19 people, including nine children, was started by a space heater. Watch New York officials give an update on the devastating fire.
19 dead, including 9 children, in NYC fire
Nine children and 10 adults are dead after a five-alarm fire in a residential high-rise building in the Bronx on Sunday, FDNY sources said. WCBS Newsradio 880 reporter Steve Burns joins CBSN with the latest.
5-year-old might have started deadly Philadelphia fire, warrant says
Officials have not released the names or ages of the eight children and four adults who died.
Fire that destroyed Planned Parenthood building was set: officials
The fire was the second time the clinic was targeted last year. Someone fired a shotgun at the clinic's doors in January, shattering glass and leaving holes in the reception area.
At least 12 dead, including 8 children, in Philadelphia fire
A fire official says there were four smoke detectors in the building but that none appeared to be working.
At least 13 killed in Philadelphia fire
An early-morning blaze in a Philadelphia rowhouse killed at least 13 people, including seven children. According to authorities, none of the smoke detectors in the building were working. CBSN's Meg Oliver discusses the incident and the community's reaction to it with CBS Philadelphia reporter Matt Petrillo.
7 kids among at least 13 killed in fire
An early morning fire in Philadelphia killed at least 13 people, including seven children, when it tore through a three-story row home. Nancy Chen has the latest.
Philadelphia fire neighbor: I heard screams
A local resident said the sound of screams woke him up around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday morning. He doesn't know if they were coming from people in the building that burned or from people on the street. Watch his interview on CBSN Philly.
Biden approves disaster declaration for Colorado wildfires
Hundreds of families in Colorado are starting the new year salvaging what remains of their homes, after Thursday's devastating wildfires. At least seven people were hurt, but there have been no reported deaths. Over 500 homes are feared destroyed. President Biden has approved a major disaster declaration in the region to deliver federal assistance to those affected. Colorado Governor Jared Polis joins CBSN to discuss the recovery efforts.
Overnight ferry inferno kills dozens, injures scores more
Many passengers jumped off and swam to shore on the river in southern Bangladesh. The vessel had 800 aboard. One official says the blaze may have started in the engine room.
WorldView: More than 20 feared dead in Japan fire
Twenty-seven people are feared dead in a fire that tore through an office building in Osaka, Japan. Police are investigating the incident as a possible case of arson. Hong Kong voters are preparing to vote for the first time this weekend since election laws were changed. North Korea is commemorating the 10th anniversary of former leader Kim Jong Il's death. And Australians are mourning the five children who were killed in an inflatable bounce house accident. CBS News' Haley Ott joins CBSN AM from London with those stories.
Possible arson blaze kills 24, guts psychiatric clinic in Japan
A man was seen with a bag leaking liquid that ignited, charring the 4th floor clinic in a building that may only have had one escape route, leaving many people trapped.
Southern California under fire warnings amid strong Santa Ana winds
Residents are encouraged to take caution with activities that could begin fires.
Fire guts bus carrying young people in Bulgaria, killing at least 45
The cause of the blaze remained unclear, but no other vehicles were involved in the incident.
Football is form of therapy in fire-ravaged West
A high school football team found refuge in the sport after California's River Fire displaced players. Jonathan Vigliotti shares more.
The Station Nightclub Fire: Who's Responsible?
Club owners open up for the first time after deadly fire kills 100. "48 Hours" contributor Jim Axelrod reports.
"48 Hours": Club owners open up about deadly fire
One hundred people died and more than 200 were injured when a fire broke out at The Station nightclub in West Warwick, Rhode Island, in 2003. This Saturday on "48 Hours," the club owners held responsible are telling their side of the story for the first time on TV.
George Santos expected to plead guilty in fraud case
Former New York congressman George Santos is expected to enter a guilty plea in federal court Monday on Long Island.
Rules for buying and selling a home are changing. Here's what to know.
The landscape is changing radically for Americans buying and selling property, as well as for real estate agents.
When and where to see August's rare supermoon blue moon
August's full moon, a rare blue moon and supermoon, will look full starting today. Here's what time it will peak and where you should look.
Supreme Court maintains block on entirety of Biden's new Title IX rule
The Biden administration announced in April a new rule that expands Title IX's protections to LGBTQ students.
Suspect, security guard exchange fire outside Air Force base
Base officials said a suspect in a dark sedan began shooting at the main entry gate of the facility around 4:30 a.m.
Video shows behind-the-scenes of Celine Dion's Olympics performance
Céline Dion shared an inside look at the lead-up to her spectacular performance during the 2024 Paris Olympics' opening ceremony.
Lawsuit: Kansas school employee locked teen with Down syndrome in closet
The teen's parents alleged in the suit a paraprofessional repeatedly shoved him into a utility closet, hit him, and once photographed him locked in a cage used to store athletic equipment.
Willie Brown threatens to sue Trump over helicopter ride story
"I'm going to give him a taste of his own conduct," said the former mayor of San Francisco.
John Lewis statue replaces more than 100-year-old Confederate monument
The large bronze statue of the late civil rights icon leader and Georgia congressman John Lewis replaced a Confederate monument that stood there for more than 110 years.
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Lawsuit: Kansas school employee locked teen with Down syndrome in closet
The teen's parents alleged in the suit a paraprofessional repeatedly shoved him into a utility closet, hit him, and once photographed him locked in a cage used to store athletic equipment.
"Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom" hat fetches $630,000 at auction
There were 37 bids for the iconic hat won by Harrison Ford, who played the intrepid archaeologist, Indiana Jones, according to the auction house Propstore.
Suspect, security guard exchange fire outside Air Force base
Base officials said a suspect in a dark sedan began shooting at the main entry gate of the facility around 4:30 a.m.
George Santos expected to plead guilty in fraud case
Former New York congressman George Santos is expected to enter a guilty plea in federal court Monday on Long Island.
John Lewis statue replaces more than 100-year-old Confederate monument
The large bronze statue of the late civil rights icon leader and Georgia congressman John Lewis replaced a Confederate monument that stood there for more than 110 years.
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Judge temporarily blocks launch of new Venu Sports streaming service
A U.S. district judge said in her ruling that FuboTV was likely to be successful in proving that the joint venture would violate antitrust laws.
Trump's finances boosted by crypto and sales of branded Bibles
Former President Donald Trump also disclosed more than $100 million in liabilities for recent legal cases.
Rules for buying and selling a home are changing. Here's what to know.
The landscape is changing radically for Americans buying and selling property, as well as for real estate agents.
Here's how to freeze your credit after Social Security number breach
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
Feds warn against some baby loungers, cradle swings amid 6 deaths
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
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George Santos expected to plead guilty in fraud case
Former New York congressman George Santos is expected to enter a guilty plea in federal court Monday on Long Island.
Willie Brown threatens to sue Trump over helicopter ride story
"I'm going to give him a taste of his own conduct," said the former mayor of San Francisco.
Supreme Court maintains block on entirety of Biden's new Title IX rule
The Biden administration announced in April a new rule that expands Title IX's protections to LGBTQ students.
Trump says Medal of Freedom "equivalent" to and "better" than Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the nation's highest military award for bravery in combat, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian honor.
Trump's finances boosted by crypto and sales of branded Bibles
Former President Donald Trump also disclosed more than $100 million in liabilities for recent legal cases.
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This protocol can save overheating patients. Few states require it.
The National Association of EMS Officials recommends "Cool First, Transport Second" for patients whose body temperature is over 104 degrees.
Few states use protocol for heat illness
When you call 911, you expect the ambulance to rush you to the hospital - but doing that could actually jeopardize a patient experiencing extreme heat illness. National recommendations call for cooling patients before transporting them, but most states do not require that lifesaving protocol.
Alternatives to the traditional pap smear are on the way. Here's what to know.
Alternatives to the often dreaded pap smear may be on the way for cervical cancer screenings. Here's what to know.
Governor announces plan to save 5 Steward hospitals in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced a plan to save five Steward hospitals from closure.
Philadelphia singer, cancer survivor launches flexible bra line
Philadelphia singer Jessy Kyle created a new bra inspired by her medical journey, which included a heart attack and kidney transplant.
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Turkey wildfires raging for a 3rd day, worsened by windy and dry weather
More than 130 fires have erupted across Turkey in the past week, according to Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Directorate.
Video shows behind-the-scenes of Celine Dion's Olympics performance
Céline Dion shared an inside look at the lead-up to her spectacular performance during the 2024 Paris Olympics' opening ceremony.
Fire breaks out at home of priceless works by Van Gogh, Monet
Somerset House said staff and the public were safe and artworks were not in the area of the fire
Russian missile strike sparks blaze in Ukraine
A Russian missile strike caused a blaze in Ukraine on Saturday as forces in Ukraine pushed into Russia's Kursk border region, injuring two people.
Brawl breaks out in Turkish parliament amid debate over jailed colleague
The extraordinary session of the Turkish Grand National Assembly was called to debate the case of Can Atalay, who was elected from prison.
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"Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom" hat fetches $630,000 at auction
There were 37 bids for the iconic hat won by Harrison Ford, who played the intrepid archaeologist, Indiana Jones, according to the auction house Propstore.
Video shows behind-the-scenes of Celine Dion's Olympics performance
Céline Dion shared an inside look at the lead-up to her spectacular performance during the 2024 Paris Olympics' opening ceremony.
Travis performs "Gaslight"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Gaslight."
Travis performs "Home"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Home."
Travis performs "Raze the Bar"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Raze the Bar."
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Here's how to freeze your credit after Social Security number breach
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
How to spot AI, disinformation in 2024 race
Artificial intelligence and misinformation remain a threat this election year. So how can you spot what's real and what's not? Darren Linvill, co-director of the Media Forensics Hub at Clemson University, joins CBS News with tips.
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.
Google: Iran cyberattack targetting U.S. politics
Iran has launched a sweeping, months-long cyberattack targeting both the Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns, according to a new report by Google. Nicole Sganga has details.
Tablet use linked to angry outbursts among todders, study finds
Staring at an iPad screen too much may keep little kids from learning to control their emotions, a new study finds.
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The rising energy demands of data centers
There are hundreds of data centers across the U.S., most of which are run by big tech firms, and their seemingly endless rows of servers are consuming huge amounts of electricity. Ben Tracy takes a look at how one of those companies, Google, is turning to renewable energy sources to power them.
Where Hurricane Ernesto is headed next
Hurricane Ernesto is gaining strength in the Caribbean after drenching Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Now the storm is moving north into the Atlantic, where it's expected to continue strengthening as it heads toward Bermuda. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn have more.
Watch the Park Fire grow to be one of California's largest ever
On July 24, a burning car was pushed over an embankment in Chico, California. Within three days, it became one of the 10 largest wildfires in state history. Within nine days, it was among the top four. Still burning at over 429,000 acres, firefighters continue to tackle the historic blaze. Using data from Cal Fire, CBS News put together an animation to show just how quickly and far the flames have spread.
How much will an EV really cost me? Here's what to know.
There are plenty of considerations for those interested in making the investment, according to industry experts.
Joro spiders seem to know how to stay chill in big cities, study finds
Joro spiders have hearts that are able to withstand the loud and bustling noises of big cities, according to a study published on Monday.
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George Santos expected to plead guilty in fraud case
Former New York congressman George Santos is expected to enter a guilty plea in federal court Monday on Long Island.
Suspect identified in 1980 cold case killing of UT nursing student
Deck Brewer was identified as a suspect in connection to Susan Leigh Wolfe's cold case killing in 1980 when she was a nursing student at the University of Texas.
Woman who shot, killed neighbor convicted
A Florida jury has found a woman guilty of manslaughter in a case that drew national protest and put a new spotlight on the state's "Stand Your Ground" law. Susan Lorincz, who is White, now faces up to 30 years in prison for shooting and killing neighbor Ajike Owens, who is Black, through a closed door.
White woman guilty of killing neighbor
Susan Lorincz, a White woman accused of killing her neighbor Ajike "A.J." Owens, a Black woman, during a dispute in Ocala, Florida, has been found guilty of manslaughter.
Jury convicts White Florida woman in shooting death of her Black neighbor
Susan Lorincz, 60, faces up to 30 years in prison at sentencing for the shooting death of her neighbor, Ajike "A.J." Owens.
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When and where to see August's rare supermoon blue moon
August's full moon, a rare blue moon and supermoon, will look full starting today. Here's what time it will peak and where you should look.
Perseid meteor shower seen raining over Stonehenge in stunning photo
CBS News spoke with the astrophotographer behind the viral photo about his mission to drive people to look at the night sky before it changes "within the period of our lifetime."
NASA says Starliner landing decision possible next week
Seventy-one days after launch, NASA finally nears a decision on whether Boeing's Starliner will return to Earth with, or without, a crew.
NASA on Boeing Starlink crew in space
NASA held a press briefing Wednesday and announced a decision will be coming on how the Boeing Starlink capsule crew stuck at the International Space Station will proceed with their mission in space. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser has more.
SpaceX to launch private Crew Dragon flight around Earth's poles
The historic, privately financed space flight will carry humans above Earth's ice caps for the first time.
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Hurricane Ernesto pounds Bermuda, and its effects are being felt up the East Coast. Meanwhile, a woman was arrested for her role in a scheme to steal Graceland and defraud Elvis Presley’s family. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
The Uplift: Pandas and puppy love
Giant pandas from China make their return to the U.S. – and we have a first look at the bears at the San Diego Zoo. Two high school sweethearts who haven't seen each other in decades reconnect and fall in love all over again. Plus, a former NFL player quits playing football to start a new career helping people.
Travis performs "Gaslight"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Gaslight."
Travis performs "Home"
Formed in Scotland in 1990, Travis' rise began during the peak of Brit-pop. The success of their album "The Man Who" launched the quartet into worldwide fame. Now from their newest, full-length studio album "L.A. Times," here's Travis with "Home."