FEMA: There's "a lot wrong" with Puerto Rico contract
The head of FEMA says the agency learned about the Whitefish Energy contract after it had been signed
The head of FEMA says the agency learned about the Whitefish Energy contract after it had been signed
The FBI is investigating the $300 million construction contract awarded by Puerto Rico's power company, according to the Wall Street Journal
Ricardo Ramos, power company director, said Sunday that he's bowing to a demand by the U.S. territory's governor, Ricardo Rossello
A tiny Montana company that won a multimillion dollar contract to restore power to Puerto Rico in the wake of Hurricane Maria has had their contract canceled after a wave of controversy. David Begnaud reports.
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Whitefish Energy has only two full-time employees, and many were surprised when it received a $300 million, no-bid contract to help rebuild Puerto Rico's electrical grid
A tiny Montana company scored a $300 million, no-bid contract to rebuild Puerto Rico's electrical grid. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud went to Whitefish, Montana, to find out more.
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The energy company with the $300 million deal to rebuild Puerto Rico's power grid is based out of a one-story house
More red flags are emerging as federal officials call for an investigation to determine how and why Puerto Rico's bankrupt government utility awarded Whitefish Energy the lucrative contract to restore the island's electricity. Julianna Goldman reports.
The Trump administration denied Friday that political connections had anything to do with a contract awarded to a tiny company to restore Puerto Rico's electrical grid. The $300 million deal was awarded to Whitefish, a two-person company based in the Montana hometown of Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke. Zinke said he had nothing to do with the contract. David Begnaud reports.
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Lawmakers in both parties are asking why a small Montana company was granted a $300 million, no-bid contract to help rebuild transmission and distribution lines
Whitefish Energy, a Montana-based company with just two full-time employees, was awarded the $300M contract to rebuild Puerto Rico's power grid
When Hurricane Maria knocked out power to Puerto Rico last month, Whitefish Energy had only two employees -- and no experience with a disaster of that magnitude. It now has a $300 million contract to restore power on the island. Members of the House Natural Resources Committee are questioning why the company was chosen.
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Tourism, a rare thriving sector on the island in a deep economic slump, is practically nonexistent a month after Hurricane Maria
Two more people died from bacteria spread through contaminated water, bringing death toll from the storm to at least 51
A month after Hurricane Maria slammed Puerto Rico, a Connecticut community is welcoming evacuees and helping students get placed into local schools. CBS News' Hena Doba reports.
The estimate from reinsurer Swiss Re includes damages from Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria as well as two Mexican earthquakes
Trump rated his administration's response to the crisis a 10 out of 10 but the situation is still dire for many Puerto Ricans
It has been one month since Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico. President Trump rated his administration's response to the crisis 10 out of 10. The president gave his "blessing" to lawmakers to help build a new power station on the island, but the situaton is still dire for many Puerto Ricans. David Begnaud reports.
President Trump spoke to the press alongside Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rossello at the White House on Thursday, giving his response team a "10" for its actions following Hurricane Maria. However, hundreds of thousands of people still have no electricity or running water. Watch his full remarks.
About $9M was raised via the Oct. 14 benefit show "One Voice: Somos Live! A Concert for Disaster Relief," which the trio hosted
Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, was killed in an airstrike in Lebanon's capital Beirut.
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed during a massive airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon on Friday.
Millions of customers in several states were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
During a visit to the U.S.-Mexico border, Vice President Kamala Harris said she intends to keep President Biden's asylum crackdown in place.
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
On Saturday, Pope Francis acknowledged that the abuse scandal had created "atrocious suffering and wounds," and undermined the faith.
The record comes in a season in which the White Sox had multiple double-digit losing streaks and fired manager Pedro Grifol.
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.
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
Darien Urban, 21, and Shalene Ehlers, 20, the baby's parents were arrested after they allegedly tried to sell their 2-month-old baby because having three dogs and an infant was "not working."
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
Bill Pyles' Halloween display in Oxford, Ohio, often resulted in a steady stream of hate mail from angry neighbors.
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
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Despite suspending his campaign, the independent presidential candidate was fighting to have his name restored to the state's ballot.
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Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
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Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
On Saturday, Pope Francis acknowledged that the abuse scandal had created "atrocious suffering and wounds," and undermined the faith.
A U.K. watchdog identified "multiple instances of misconduct" in the running of Campbell's charity Fashion for Relief.
Flooding caused by rainfall has killed at least 32 people in Nepal's capital of Kathmandu. Another 12 are missing, police said Saturday.
A search was underway for the suspects, national police spokesperson Brig. Athlenda Mathe said in a statement regarding the two mass shootings in South Africa.
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed during a massive airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon on Friday.
The festival, which runs through Oct. 14, features new films starring Adrien Brody, Daniel Craig, Tilda Swinton, Julianne Moore, Saoirse Ronan, Naomi Watts and Bill Murray.
Richard Powers has been writing for decades, after a career as a computer programmer. In 2019, his nature-inspired book "The Overstory" took home a Pulitzer Prize. His newest book, "Playground," also focuses on the natural world, this time paying homage to our oceans, celebrating their beauty and raising concern for the future. Jeff Glor has more.
Author V.E. Schwab has written nearly two dozen books since making her debut in 2011. Her novels feature modern characters and twisty plots, and are helping redefine the fantasy genre. Dana Jacobson has more.
In this preview of an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 29, correspondent Anthony Mason talks with Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of the rock band Coldplay about their massively-successful world tour.
A simple cocktail recipe, from the author of the New York Times bestseller, "Barefoot Contessa at Home."
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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 AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
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.
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President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
Darien Urban, 21, and Shalene Ehlers, 20, the baby's parents were arrested after they allegedly tried to sell their 2-month-old baby because having three dogs and an infant was "not working."
A search was underway for the suspects, national police spokesperson Brig. Athlenda Mathe said in a statement regarding the two mass shootings in South Africa.
Maj. Michael Stockin, an Army physician accused by more than 40 patients of sexual misconduct, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, his attorney says.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams appeared in court Friday and pleaded not guilty to federal charges against him. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court while the Adams' arraignment took place.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams was arraigned Friday, a day after a federal indictment outlined alleged crimes Adams carried out involving a foreign government. CBS News' Nikki Battiste was in court.
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.
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
The asteroid was discovered in August and is set to become a mini-moon, spinning around Earth in a horseshoe shape for about two months.
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The Wild Feathers were formed in 2010, and since then, they've been touring non-stop. The Nashville-based quintet has recorded four studio albums, sold-out headlining tours, and shared dates with icons like Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan. This week, the band will release "Sirens," their first new album in three years. Here are The Wild Feathers with "Pretending."
The Wild Feathers were formed in 2010, and since then, they've been touring non-stop. The Nashville-based quintet has recorded four studio albums, sold-out headlining tours, and shared dates with icons like Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan. This week, the band will release "Sirens," their first new album in three years. Here are The Wild Feathers with "Stereo."
Richard Powers has been writing for decades, after a career as a computer programmer. In 2019, his nature-inspired book "The Overstory" took home a Pulitzer Prize. His newest book, "Playground," also focuses on the natural world, this time paying homage to our oceans, celebrating their beauty and raising concern for the future. Jeff Glor has more.
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Author V.E. Schwab has written nearly two dozen books since making her debut in 2011. Her novels feature modern characters and twisty plots, and are helping redefine the fantasy genre. Dana Jacobson has more.