Maine mill fire
Flames gutted the Stenton Trust Mill, a staple of Sanford, Maine. Hundreds of onlookers gathered to watch the flames. Facebook video via iheartkennebunks.
Flames gutted the Stenton Trust Mill, a staple of Sanford, Maine. Hundreds of onlookers gathered to watch the flames. Facebook video via iheartkennebunks.
More that 4,000 people are now displaced, a number that could increase as officials identify more hazardous high-rises
Thousands of London residents are in temporary shelters Saturday morning. Fire inspectors forced them to leave four apartment buildings Friday night after the buildings were determined to be unsafe. The inspections follow last week's tower blaze that killed at least 79 people. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Materials blamed for fire's ferocious spread are banned in U.S., and parts of Europe on any building over 40 feet tall
London police say manslaughter charges are possible in last week's apartment tower fire. They have pinpointed a fridge-freezer as the cause. The fire that killed at least 79 people is believed to have been fuelled by the exterior siding. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Inspectors are checking buildings all over Britain for external panels that burn quickly and produce poisonous fumes. The panels might have played a role in a high-rise fire last week that killed 79 people. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
A former U.S. special ops solider turned aid worker dodges through sniper fire to save a little girl in Mosul, Iraq. CBSN's Meg Oliver has the dramatic video.
Police say toll could still rise as investigation continues, and officials say exterior cladding blamed for spread may have been illegal
The U.S. is facing extreme weather on the last weekend of spring. Dangerous heat in the West and Southwest, while violent storms hit the center of the country. There has also been an outbreak of wildfires. Paula Reid reports.
More than 60 people were killed -- many of them in their cars -- trying to escape a raging forest fire in central Portugal. The fire broke out this weekend during a severe heat wave. Jonathan Vigliotti reports from London with the latest.
The bodies of American sailors killed in a crash off the coast of Japan have been found; and, the son of an undercover Drug Enforcement Agent followed his father's footsteps and advice by staying away from law enforcement, but not the law.
Many survivors are sleeping on the floor in community centers and there's still no coordinated distribution of donated food and clothing
Summer doesn't officially start until Wednesday, but parts of the West and Southwest are already boiling in triple-digit heat waves. Temperatures of 119 degrees in Furnace Creek, California, and 113 in Blue Water, Arizona, are creating dangerous conditions for battling wildfires. Here's Danielle Nottingham.
London police now say at least 58 people are presumed dead following a horrific fire Wednesday that deystroyed a high-rise apartment building. Jonathan Vigliotti says residents are demanding answers.
The victim count may rise, police warned, and it will take weeks to recover and identify all the victims of the deadly blaze
Grief is turning into anger over the high-rise apartment fire that killed at least 30 people in London this week. Dozens are still missing, and hundreds were left homeless. Victims are outraged over what they say is a lack of information and support. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill aren't sure how to respond to President Trump's tweet, which some took as a swipe at Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss.
President Trump may want attention off the Russia probes, but he won't stop tweeting about them. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to break down Mr. Trump's latest tweetstorm — and what it means for the special counsel.
President Trump is claiming that he is being investigated for his decision to fire FBI Director James Comey. The Hill's Jordan Fabian joins CBSN to discuss.
Residents say they warned the building manager of London's Grenfell Towers for years that the building was a fire hazard. One focus of the investigation is the exterior siding. The cladding is installed a few inches away from the actual wall, and that gap may have acted like a chimney. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
A blimp caught fire and crashed at the U.S. Open. The pilot has suffered serious injuries. CBSN's Errol Barnett has the latest.
London's police chief says the death toll will rise in the devastating London apartment fire. Seventeen people are confirmed dead, and many others are still missing. Fire experts believe cosmetic cladding, or siding, recently added to the building's exterior may be to blame. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Police now say 17 dead, and that is still likely to rise, as external cladding on 24-story building becomes a recurring theme
Flames engulfed a high-rise apartment building overnight in London. At least 12 people were killed and many more are missing. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
At least 12 people are dead after a massive fire in London's Grenfell Tower, and dozens remain hospitalized. CBS News correspondent Teri Okita has the latest from London.
Thousands of dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts are going on strike in search of higher pay and better job security.
The Israeli military says it has begun a "limited, localized" ground operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon.
The vice presidential showdown on Oct. 1 is expected to be the last debate before the November election.
Hurricane Helene killed dozens of people, caused widespread destruction and knocked out power to millions of homes and businesses.
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
The ruling means abortions will be permitted until later in pregnancies.
The Democratic National Committee will once again be putting projections on a Trump Tower about the Trump-Vance ticket ahead of the vice presidential debate.
Most voters say they plan to watch the VP debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance Tuesday night, which will be moderated by CBS News.
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
Thousands of dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts went on strike in search of higher pay and better job security.
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
Two explosive devices were discovered at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday and Monday, prompting partial evacuations, the police said.
Thousands of dockworkers at more than a dozen ports along the East Coast and Gulf Coasts are poised to walk off the job on Tuesday.
As Minnesota's governor, Tim Walz created the largest state Child Tax Credit in the nation. Here are the economic issues to listen for at the debate.
Thousands of dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts went on strike in search of higher pay and better job security.
Thousands of dockworkers at more than a dozen ports along the East Coast and Gulf Coasts are poised to walk off the job on Tuesday.
As Minnesota's governor, Tim Walz created the largest state Child Tax Credit in the nation. Here are the economic issues to listen for at the debate.
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
The Democratic National Committee will once again be putting projections on a Trump Tower about the Trump-Vance ticket ahead of the vice presidential debate.
As Minnesota's governor, Tim Walz created the largest state Child Tax Credit in the nation. Here are the economic issues to listen for at the debate.
The ruling means abortions in Georgia will be permitted to take place up to around 22 weeks, instead of a much earlier limit.
The state and national Democratic Party said the rule might introduce "uncertainty" in vote tallying, and "wreak havoc on the general election."
Most voters say they plan to watch the VP debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance Tuesday night, which will be moderated by CBS News.
The vast majority of hospice patients choose to receive care at home, like 98-year-old Joan Prum of Connecticut — and former President Jimmy Carter.
Hurricane Helene's massive rains and flooding is a major health and safety risk for residents exposed to potential waterborne illnesses and other dangers.
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
The Senate approved a resolution on Wednesday that was intended to hold Ralph de la Torre in criminal contempt for failing to testify before a committee.
Tyler Theroux was born with a brachial plexus injury that would eventually leave him depressed and in extreme pain. A complex surgery finally provided relief.
Japan's parliament formally elected Shigeru Ishiba as the country's prime minister to replace Fumio Kishida, whose administration was rocked by scandals.
Dads are on duty at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, where a pair of flamingo foster parents are raising a chick together.
The Israeli military says it has begun a "limited, localized" ground operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon.
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
The last coal-fired power plant in the U.K. is closing, ending Britain's 140-year reliance on the fossil fuel for electricity.
Singer, songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson died on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at age 88. In this "Sunday Morning" interview originally broadcast on February 5, 2006, Kristofferson talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about his remarkable road to fame – from writing a hit for Johnny Cash, to first hearing a recording of Janis Joplin singing his song "Me and Bobby McGee" after her death, to sharing a bathtub with Barbra Streisand in "A Star Is Born.
After surviving a 1990 bus crash that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated over $42 million to paralysis research.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "The Message," and about the banning of his work in South Carolina.
After surviving a tour bus crash in 1990 that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated more than $42 million to paralysis research. The Grammy-winning icon shares her passion for finding a cure.
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
Aerospace engineer Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss how planes remain in the air, despite some scientific uncertainty. She also reveals details about her space-bound adventure and her "Stay Curious" book series.
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.
With the rapid spread of AI-generated deepfakes, experts are sounding the alarm about their influence on society and elections. Laurie Segall, founder of Mostly Human Media, shares tips on how to spot what's real and what's not.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday vetoed a landmark bill aimed at establishing first-in-the-nation safety measures for large artificial intelligence models.
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect who allegedly plotted an assassination attempt in Florida against former President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to five counts against him Monday. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest after Routh's court appearance.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is asking a judge to dismiss one of the five federal corruption charges against him.
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.
Kendy Howard, a 48-year-old wife and mother, was found dead in her bathtub with a gunshot wound to the head. Evidence at the scene led investigators to take a hard look at her husband, a former Idaho state trooper. Did he have the know-how to get away with murder?
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
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.
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 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?
He's already the oldest former president in the U.S. but tomorrow, Jimmy Carter will make more history when he turns 100. For the last 19 months, the 39th president has been in home hospice care. In "Eye on America," Dr. Jon LaPook examines how home hospice is evolving to serve America's growing elderly population.
A dockworker strike is threatening America's Atlantic ports, and if you're looking for a safe harbor, there may not be one. If the walkout goes on for more than a few days, consumers could start feeling the impact. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Moody's Analytics predicts Hurricane Helene will cause $15 to $26 billion in property damage alone, and AccuWeather estimates the total damage and economic loss could cost up to $110 billion. These figures would make Helene one of the most expensive storms in the country's history. Mark Friedlander, spokesperson for the Insurance Information Institute, joins CBS News to explain how the natural disaster will impact home insurance prices.
Democrats filed a lawsuit Monday against the Georgia state election board to block a new rule requiring every ballot to be hand counted. It's the latest outstanding legal challenge regarding how the 2024 election will be run. CBS News election law expert and political contributor David Becker joins to break it all down.
Singer, songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson died on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at age 88. In this "Sunday Morning" interview originally broadcast on February 5, 2006, Kristofferson talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about his remarkable road to fame – from writing a hit for Johnny Cash, to first hearing a recording of Janis Joplin singing his song "Me and Bobby McGee" after her death, to sharing a bathtub with Barbra Streisand in "A Star Is Born.