Florida man’s home, business ravaged by hurricane
Robert Podgorski had no idea how powerful Hurricane Ian could be. Then, within hours, his home, business and life as he knew it were destroyed.
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Herschel Walker "not deterred" by scandal
Senate candidate Herschel Walker says he is not deterred by the latest revelation in an alleged abortion scandal. The Georgia Republican says the entire controversy is politically motivated. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Biden administration faces series of defeats
The Biden administration is reeling from a series of defeats this week, including a decision by OPEC and its allies to cut oil production by 2 million barrels per day and a federal appeals court's declaration that DACA is illegal. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes discusses these developments and previews Thursday's "Red & Blue."
Justice Department vows to defend DACA policy
The Justice Department is expected to appeal a federal appeals court decision ruling the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals immigration policy to be illegal, though the court left it intact for current recipients. Carlos Benitez Cruz, an undocumented Ph.D. student and DACA beneficiary, joins CBS News to discuss his reaction to the ruling and how DACA has impacted his life.
Federal appeals court rules DACA illegal
The Biden administration will likely challenge a federal appeals court's decision that ruled the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program illegal, but left it intact for current recipients. CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins us to discuss the legal limbo that immigrant "Dreamers" are in.
Amid historic drought, one startup "grows" water
A company is using evaporated water from tomato products to alleviate shortages in California's breadbasket. CBS News' Danya Bacchus reports.
Managing chronic rheumatoid arthritis pain
Nick Turkas, senior director of patient education for the Arthritis Foundation, explains how movement and companionship can help reduce reported pain levels in rheumatoid arthritis patients.
10/5: Red and Blue
How voters' views on economy impact Arizona polling; Trump speaks at Hispanic Leadership Conference
NASA, Space-X launch Crew-5 mission
NASA and Space-X successfully launched their latest joint mission to the International Space Station. The international crew of the Crew-5 mission includes the first Native American woman to go to space and a Russian cosmonaut. Former NASA astronaut Ron Garan joins CBS News to discuss what the mission is like to the ISS.
Florida man rescues elderly mom from flood
The first thing Johnny Lauder heard when he arrived at his 86-year-old mother's house after Hurricane Ian was her screams. Karen, who has one leg, is wheelchair-bound and has open wounds, was stuck in chest-high floodwaters. She was rescued with the help of her son, and said it brought "terror and relief at the same time."
Judge dismisses Flint water scandal charges
A Michigan judge has dismissed charges against seven people in the Flint water scandal, including two former state health officials. Despite frosty U.S.-Russia relations, cosmonaut Anna Kikina is set to head for the International Space Station with a SpaceX crew. And Yankees star Aaron Judge hit his 62nd home run of the season, breaking an American League record set in 1961.
Midterm races heat up in Arizona
As the midterms approach, a key race for governor is playing out in Arizona. Republican Kari Lake, who has repeated false claims about the 2020 election, is facing Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs. Ed O'Keefe, CBS News' senior White House and political correspondent, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on the race.
Herschel Walker denies paying for abortion
The Daily Beast is reporting Georgia GOP Senate candidate Herschel Walker paid for an abortion for a woman he was dating in 2009. CBS News' chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion join "Red and Blue" to discuss the controversy.
10/4: Red and Blue
Herschel Walker faces controversy before midterms; Katie Hobbs and Kari Lake eye Arizona governor seat.
Poll shows tight North Carolina Senate race
A new WRAL News poll released Monday shows Republican Senate candidate Rep. Ted Budd and Democratic candidate Cheri Beasley are virtually tied in North Carolina five weeks ahead of the midterm elections. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns weighs in on the race. She also previews today's upcoming "Red & Blue" show.
Sailboat captain homeless after Hurricane Ian
Key West sailboat captain Tyler Martin was just six weeks away from embarking on a sailing trip that was years in the making. But then his boat, which doubles as his home, was destroyed by Hurricane Ian. Now he's "starting from zero," but says the challenge is just like a patch of "rough weather" out at sea — and he's going to keep sailing through.
North Korea fires ballistic missile over Japan
North Korea launched a ballistic missile over Japan, forcing Japan to issue evacuation notices and causing sirens to ring out across the northern part of the country on Tuesday morning. It is the 23rd missile North Korea has launched this year — and the first to pass over Japan since 2017.
Hurricane Ian reduces dream home to rubble
High school sweethearts Laurel and Ian Avery-Dewitt worked for years to move from Wisconsin to Florida and get their tropical dream home – a bright yellow house that they named "Casa Banana." Then Hurricane Ian hit, and all that remains is a pile of rubble.
North Korea launches missile over Japan
The U.S. and South Korea are responding after North Korea launched a missile that flew over northern Japan. Lucy Craft joins "CBS News Mornings" from Tokyo with details.
Florida faces rebuilding after Hurricane Ian
Dozens of deaths have been reported in Florida after Hurricane Ian churned through the state. Now, Governor Ron DeSantis is pushing back against criticism that some evacuation orders did not come early enough. Dennis Smith, planner-in-residence at Florida State University's Department of Urban and Regional Planning, joined "CBS News Mornings" with insight on rebuilding.
When should your teen get a credit card?
Podcast host and author Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez offers advice for parents when deciding if their teen should have a credit card.
10/3: Red and Blue
Pres. Biden surveys Puerto Rico after Fiona damage; What to expect from the new Supreme Court term.
What to expect from the Supreme Court's new term
The Supreme Court is back in session for its new term. The court will look at cases involving issues such as race, voting rights, election law and LGBTQ rights. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins CBS News on Red and Blue to discuss.
Surveying Hurricane Ian damage
A tree surgeon surveyed damage on Sunday in North Fort Myers, Florida, one of the places that was hit hardest.
How one Fort Myers business is recovering after Ian
For years, the Green Cup Café has served as a community focal point in downtown Fort Myers, Florida. Then Hurricane Ian came through, unleashing the kind of damage that owner Robert Podgorski says "you only ever see in the movies." Now, despite losing so much, they're using positivity, laughter and the staff that has become family to rebuild.
Harris, Trump campaigns in homestretch as polls show tie just 5 days out
The former president tried to seize on President Biden's "garbage" comment, while Jennifer Lopez appeared at a rally in Las Vegas with the vice president.
2 dead, 6 wounded in mass shooting in downtown Orlando
ight people were shot, two fatally in downtown Orlando early Friday and a suspect was in custody, authorities said.
Alito denies Cornel West bid for intervention in Pennsylvania ballot access dispute
As the Nov. 5 election draws near, the Supreme Court has been asked to intervene in a growing number of disputes.
Do I have COVID, the flu or something else? 2024 symptoms to know.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
After pilot error, F-35 fighter jet flew for 11 minutes on its own before crashing
The F-35 pilot made the wrong decision in ejecting, according to a report released Thursday, considering the F-35 "continued to fly for an extended period after ejection."
Family of man who died after eating McDonald's Quarter Pounders speaks out
There has been one death in a severe E. coli outbreak that affected dozens of people. That victim lived in Grand Junction, and his family there says they have not filed a lawsuit against McDonald's or anyone involved.
When does daylight saving time end in 2024?
The end to daylight saving time means our clocks will "fall back" on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. But why do we have to adjust the time twice a year?
Trump sues CBS News; network says suit "completely without merit"
Former President Donald Trump has sued CBS News over a recent 60 Minutes interview with Vice President Kamala Harris. The network says it intends to vigorously defend against the lawsuit.
Walz's closing campaign message to air on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"
Walz recorded the interview with Colbert Thursday in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, underscoring the Harris campaign's focus on the battleground state in the 2024 election.
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The youngest presidents in U.S. history
The youngest president in U.S. history is Theodore Roosevelt, who took office in 1901 at age 42. Here's the full list, from youngest to oldest.
Who are the oldest presidents? Here's the full list
See a full list of the oldest presidents, both during their time in the Oval Office and beyond.
When does daylight saving time end in 2024?
The end to daylight saving time means our clocks will "fall back" on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. But why do we have to adjust the time twice a year?
Shooting in mall in Vancouver, Washington leaves 1 dead, 2 wounded
One person is dead and two others wounded after a shooting in the food court of the Vancouver Mall in Vancouver, Wash. and the suspect is at large, police say.
2 dead, 6 wounded in mass shooting in downtown Orlando
Eight people were shot, two fatally into a crowd celebrating Halloween in downtown Orlando early Friday and a suspect was in custody, authorities said.
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Boeing machinists' union leaders back new contract, call for Monday vote
Some 33,000 Boeing machinists have been on strike for weeks. Union leadership said the latest proposal adds a general wage increase of 38% over four years.
Ford to pause production of F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks
Ford is temporarily halting production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck as motorists cool on EVs.
Here's how Starbucks' new CEO plans to overhaul its struggling cafes
Starbucks to bring back ceramic mugs and messages written in Sharpie pens to revive a coffeehouse vibe at its nearly 40,000 stores.
FTC sends $2.5 million to Credit Karma customers
The settlement stems from allegations Credit Karma misled consumers into applying for credit offers.
Trump's wealth slumps by $1.9 billion amid DJT stock plunge
Trump Media & Technology Group's stock, which trades under DJT, is plunging just days before the November 5 election.
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The youngest presidents in U.S. history
The youngest president in U.S. history is Theodore Roosevelt, who took office in 1901 at age 42. Here's the full list, from youngest to oldest.
Who are the oldest presidents? Here's the full list
See a full list of the oldest presidents, both during their time in the Oval Office and beyond.
Voters in 3 red states cast ballots on paid sick leave
The coronavirus pandemic underscored the importance of paid sick leave, a benefit to help workers and their families when they fall ill. Now voters in Missouri, Nebraska and Alaska are deciding whether employers must provide it.
Harris campaign leans into her HBCU roots
Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from Howard University with her bachelor's degree in 1986.
Arizona counties invest millions to reassure voters of election security
The ballot boxes in Arizona's Pinal County are equipped with GPS tracking devices, something officials say can assure the public all election equipment is protected.
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Do I have COVID, the flu or something else? 2024 symptoms to know.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
Voters in 3 red states cast ballots on paid sick leave
The coronavirus pandemic underscored the importance of paid sick leave, a benefit to help workers and their families when they fall ill. Now voters in Missouri, Nebraska and Alaska are deciding whether employers must provide it.
Family of grandfather who died after eating Quarter Pounders is heartbroken
There has been one death in a severe E. coli outbreak that affected dozens of people. That victim lived in Grand Junction, and his family there says they have not filed a lawsuit against McDonald's or anyone involved.
Tumblers sold at Wawa stores recalled after reports of cuts
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare
The future of Medicare continues to come up in the closing arguments from both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump ahead of Election Day 2024.
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Largest drug "super lab" in Canada's history is busted
Police also found dozens of handguns, AR-15-style rifles and submachine-guns -- "many of which were loaded and ready to be used."
Hidden Maya city discovered in Mexico jungle by doctoral student
The ancient Maya city was named "Valeriana" after a nearby freshwater lagoon and built before 150 AD, researchers said.
Ancient town, tombs full of weapons found hidden in Arabian oasis
The remains of the town, dubbed al-Natah, reveal how life at the time was slowly changing from a nomadic to an urban existence, archaeologists said.
Rockets from Lebanon kill 7 in Israel, Israeli strike kills 5 in Syria
Israel's wars with Iran's allies in Lebanon and Gaza grind on as top U.S. envoys visit the region to push for cease-fires.
Death toll from historic flooding in Spain soars to at least 158
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left at least 158 people dead and others missing amid mud-caked debris.
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Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Charli XCX to host "Saturday Night Live" for the first time
Charli XCX has been tapped to work a double shift on "Saturday Night Live" next month — playing host and musical guest in the same evening.
Megan Thee Stallion sues blogger over "defamatory falsehoods"
The lawsuit claims popular content creator Milagro Gramz caused Megan Thee Stallion emotional distress by cyberstalking and questioning if the Grammy winner was actually shot.
JB Smoove on hosting new game show
Emmy-winning comedian JB Smoove, known for Curb Your Enthusiasm, is bringing his humor to "Buy It Now," a Prime Video game show where entrepreneurs have 90 seconds to pitch products to a live audience and celebrity panel. He joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk more about it.
Tom Hanks, Robin Wright return with "Here"
Reuniting with "Forrest Gump" director Robert Zemeckis, Tom Hanks and Robin Wright star in "Here," a multigenerational story set in a single living room across decades. They join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the film.
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Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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.
Alleged China interference efforts: New details
The Washington Post is reporting that a group of hackers linked to the Chinese government collected audio recordings from phone calls of American political figures, including an unnamed Donald Trump campaign adviser. The report comes days after CBS News learned the same hacking group tried to access phones and networks used by the former president, Sen. JD Vance and members of Kamala Harris' campaign. Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins CBS News with analysis.
Apple Intelligence AI rollout starts today with release of iOS 18.1
These are the Apple Intelligence features that are now available on compatible devices.
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Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
The Climate Election: Mining, explained
Viral claims in the wake of Hurricane Helene suggested that the government controlled the devastating storm to hit certain areas and that authorities were attempting to seize Chimney Rock, North Carolina, to commandeer mining operations. These claims are false — but extreme weather does have a significant impact on U.S. mines, particularly coal mines. Here's what to know.
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Largest drug "super lab" in Canada's history is busted
Police also found dozens of handguns, AR-15-style rifles and submachine-guns -- "many of which were loaded and ready to be used."
Shooting in mall in Vancouver, Washington leaves 1 dead, 2 wounded
One person is dead and two others wounded after a shooting in the food court of the Vancouver Mall in Vancouver, Wash. and the suspect is at large, police say.
2 dead, 6 wounded in mass shooting in downtown Orlando
Eight people were shot, two fatally into a crowd celebrating Halloween in downtown Orlando early Friday and a suspect was in custody, authorities said.
Soldier charged with murder in sergeant's Missouri death
Sgt. Sarah Roque's body was found at Fort Leonard Wood two days after she was reported missing.
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
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"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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From the archives: House Speaker Newt Gingrich discusses the "Contract with America"
House Speaker Newt Gingrich joined Face the Nation in 1995 to discuss his plans for the "Contract with America," a series of legislative measures meant to shrink the size of the federal government.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
Latino voters on environmental issues
An Environmental Voter Project poll found that climate change is a top issue for young voters in 2024. Voter efforts are focusing on climate change within Latino communities ahead of Election Day. Journalist Kelly McEvers joins CBS News to discuss why Latino communities are particularly affected by the issue.
Analyzing the 2024 gender divide
Vice President Kamala Harris and her campaign seized on former President Donald Trump's comments saying he'll protect women whether they "like it or not." Politics reporter at Semafor Shelby Talcott joins CBS News to discuss how the gender gap could impact the presidential election, and how both campaigns are framing the abortion issue.
How TV news can influence voters' perceptions
In an effort to understand the political divide in the U.S., Trump and Harris supporters in New Jersey were invited to watch the other side's favorite cable news channels. Tony Dokoupil reports on how it went.