Sweltering heat wave expands to Midwest, South
In a dozen states, temperatures are forecast in the 90s, but the humidity is expected to make them feel much hotter
Tennessee
Officials: Homeowner, robbery suspect die in shootout
Officials say the suspect robbed a bank Tuesday in Kentucky and then fled to Tennessee, where he hid in the home
2 killed when car crashes into crowd at Tenn. festival
Elderly couple drove through a barricade and into the crowd gathered for the Rockabilly Highway Revival Festival, authorities say
Experts warn of teens drinking racing fuel to get drunk
Deadly concoction of methanol and Mountain Dew is known as Dewshine
Marine Capt. Jeff Kuss died after his jet crashed and exploded in a huge fireball
The famed Blue Angels will not fly this weekend as planned after a deadly accident. A Blue Angels jet crashed and exploded in a huge fireball Thursday during a practice run in Tennessee. The pilot, Marine Capt. Jeff Kuss, was killed. Michelle Miller, who flew with Capt. Kuss last spring, reports.
1 dead after Blue Angels jet crashes in Tennessee
Pilot killed after the Blue Angels jet crashed in Smyrna; Navy says pilot was beginning to take off during afternoon practice when crash happened
Cops: Dad detains man who tried to rape his child, 7
Investigators say Sebastian Alonzo was spending the night at a home where the 7-year-old victim and father lived Monday, when the father caught Alonzo trying to rape the child
Tenn. lawmaker: Get a traffic ticket? Burn it!
State Rep. Andy Holt changed his Facebook profile picture to an image of him smiling as he appears to burn a traffic ticket
Multiple states go to court over Obama's transgender directive
Conservative states had vowed defiance since Justice Department handed down guidance
Police say 7-year-old brought loaded gun to school
A student who reportedly saw the gun told the teacher about it
A new headache for mental health patients
A new state law allows counselors and therapists to refuse treatment based on their "sincerely held personal beliefs"
Coach accused of failing to report sex abuse indicted
Basketball players at a Tennessee high school are accused of raping younger teammates
Fugitive raw food restaurateur caught, charged
Sarma Melngailis - the owner of Pure Food and Wine, a New York City restaurant frequented by celebrities - was arrested in Tennessee
he men found Carlie Marie Trent Thursday in remote back country, more than a week after she disappeared
Two men are being called heroes for their dramatic rescue of a Tennessee girl after she was allegedly abducted by her uncle. The men found Carlie Marie Trent Thursday in remote back country, more than a week after she disappeared. Omar Villafranca reports on how Carlie was rescued.
Behind the dramatic rescue of girl allegedly abducted by uncle
Two men are being called heroes for their rescue of 9-year-old Carlie Trent in remote back country
New law lets therapists refuse to treat for religious reasons
Gay, lesbian, transgender community bracing for impact of new counseling law in Tennessee
Amber Alert issued for missing 9-year-old Tenn. girl
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says 9-year-old Carlie Marie Trent was reported missing on Wednesday
Teacher in hot water after class sees gruesome horror film
Tennessee school district investigating how, why movie was shown to high school class
Teen accused in Nashville bus station shooting
Police say the three other victims - all teenage boys - suffered graze wounds
6 measles cases confirmed in Memphis area
The county has seen more cases in a few days than the whole nation in all of 2016
Police chief apologizes for arrests of 10 children
Murfreesboro Police Chief Karl Durr told The Tennessean he's "so sorry this incident happened" and that he thinks it could have been avoided
Police chief: "Gangs do not run Chattanooga"
Police in Chattanooga say they are taking steps to stop a rash of gang violence over the last few days
School says rainbow nooses on campus were art display, not hate speak
University President Alisa White told students that the unnamed student who made them was concerned and apologetic about the perception
Report: Boy shot dead after honoring slain cousin
Tennessee boy Jajuan Hubert Latham, killed Saturday, is reportedly the cousin of a high school football player who died shielding friends from gunfire
Mom arrested for infant in hot car during strip club audition
Woman's friend also arrested after witnesses dispute her claim she was watching infant locked in 100-degree car while mom danced
Harris, Trump back in battleground states; Biden "garbage" comment sparks outrage
Republicans seized on comments made by President Biden appearing to refer to Trump supporters as "garbage."
Dodgers overcome five-run deficit to defeat Yankees, win World Series
It's the eighth World Series title in franchise history for the Boys in Blue, and their second in five years.
North Korea launches new, perhaps more agile ICBM designed to reach U.S.
North Korea launched a new, perhaps more agile ICBM in its first test in almost a year of a weapon designed to threaten the U.S. mainland, days ahead of the U.S. election.
Musk ordered to attend court hearing over $1 million voter giveaway
Elon Musk has been ordered to attend a court hearing in Philadelphia Thursday after he was sued by District Attorney Larry Krasner.
Candidates for Congress seize on comments stemming from Trump rally "garbage" joke
Since comedian Tony Hinchcliffe told a racist joke about Puerto Ricans at a rally for Donald Trump Sunday, congressional candidates have been trying to use the comment to their advantage.
Menendez brothers receive support for clemency from L.A. County DA
Lyle and Erik Menendez, who have spent more than 30 years behind bars for the 1989 murder of their parents, have received support in their bid for clemency from Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón.
North Korean troops in Russian uniforms moving toward Ukraine, Pentagon says
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said some of the 10,000 North Korean soldiers in Russia are headed towards the border with Ukraine in Russian uniforms and with Russian equipment.
Puerto Rican artist Nicky Jam takes back his Trump endorsement
Reggaeton artist Nicky Jam on Wednesday revoked his endorsement of Donald Trump, after Tony Hinchcliffe's rally joke calling Puerto Rico "garbage."
"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.
U.S.
More U.S.
Which state has the most Halloween spirit?
From haunted houses to Spirit Halloween stores and more, how does your state rank in Halloween spirit? Our one-of-a-kind jack-o-lantern scale will tell you!
Halloween haunted houses are a scary business proposition, operators say
Scaring people for a living is a tough racket. "A bunch of teenagers that say 'Boo!' — that won't fly anymore," one haunted house veteran says.
Phoenix man says hot asphalt during arrest caused third-degree burns
Michael Kenyon spent more than one month in the hospital after the incident recovering from his burns, his attorney said.
How older Americans are grappling with hanging up their car keys
The aging U.S. population raises new questions about how to approach keeping drivers safe behind the wheel.
The best and worst U.S. states for finding a good job in 2024
Ample job opportunities, low unemployment and reasonable commute times make this the top U.S. state for job seekers, analysis finds.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Dentists are pulling treatable teeth to profit from implants, experts warn
Americans are getting dental implants more than ever — and at costs reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Experts worry some dentists have lost sight of the soul of dentistry: preserving and fixing teeth.
Halloween haunted houses are a scary business proposition, operators say
Scaring people for a living is a tough racket. "A bunch of teenagers that say 'Boo!' — that won't fly anymore," one haunted house veteran says.
The best and worst U.S. states for finding a good job in 2024
Ample job opportunities, low unemployment and reasonable commute times make this the top U.S. state for job seekers, analysis finds.
Airlines must now give automatic refunds for significant delays. Here's what to know.
The new rule standardizes what constitutes a significant delay, and forces airlines to provide automatic refunds to customers.
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.
Politics
More Politics
Comparing Trump and Harris' views on LGBTQ rights, marriage equality
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have starkly different messages and backgrounds on LGBTQ issues.
Trump campaign debuts Halloween-themed billboards
The Trump campaign will place billboards in Erie, Pennsylvania; near Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and in Las Vegas.
Musk ordered to attend court hearing over $1 million voter giveaway
Elon Musk has been ordered to attend a court hearing in Philadelphia Thursday after he was sued by District Attorney Larry Krasner.
Puerto Rican artist Nicky Jam takes back his Trump endorsement
Reggaeton artist Nicky Jam on Wednesday revoked his endorsement of Donald Trump, after Tony Hinchcliffe's rally joke calling Puerto Rico "garbage."
North Korean troops in Russian uniforms moving toward Ukraine, Pentagon says
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said some of the 10,000 North Korean soldiers in Russia are headed towards the border with Ukraine in Russian uniforms and with Russian equipment.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
Dentists are pulling treatable teeth to profit from implants, experts warn
Americans are getting dental implants more than ever — and at costs reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Experts worry some dentists have lost sight of the soul of dentistry: preserving and fixing teeth.
4+ hours of screen time linked to more anxiety, depression in teens, data shows
Teens getting more hours of daily screen time are reporting increased levels of anxiety and depression symptoms, according to new data. But technology isn't always all bad, an expert explains.
"Oprah Daily" tackles women's mental health
Therapist Lori Gottlieb and Oprah Daily's Pilar Guzmán join "CBS Mornings" to discuss the pressures women face managing life's demands.
CDC: "Walking pneumonia" cases surge
ER visits for "walking pneumonia" have sharply risen in young children over the past six months. Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News and CBS News medical contributor, discusses what this means for parents and caregivers.
Florida medical device maker Exactech declares bankruptcy
Exactech faces more than 2,000 lawsuits alleging it sold defective knee and hip implants.
World
More World
Almost 100 people killed by devastating floods in eastern Spain
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left almost 100 people dead and others still missing amid mud-caked debris.
"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.
2 journalists killed in separate attacks in Mexico within hours
Hours after gunmen killed a journalist who had just interviewed a mayor, an entertainment reporter was killed inside a restaurant she owned.
North Korea launches new, perhaps more agile ICBM designed to reach U.S.
North Korea launched a new, perhaps more agile ICBM in its first test in almost a year of a weapon designed to threaten the U.S. mainland, days ahead of the U.S. election.
North Korean troops in Russian uniforms moving toward Ukraine, Pentagon says
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said some of the 10,000 North Korean soldiers in Russia are headed towards the border with Ukraine in Russian uniforms and with Russian equipment.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Halloween haunted houses are a scary business proposition, operators say
Scaring people for a living is a tough racket. "A bunch of teenagers that say 'Boo!' — that won't fly anymore," one haunted house veteran says.
"Tiger King" Joe Exotic announces prison engagement
Joe Exotic, made famous in the Netflix series "Tiger King" and currently serving time in federal prison, says he is engaged to a fellow inmate in Texas and hopes to get married.
Puerto Rican artist Nicky Jam takes back his Trump endorsement
Reggaeton artist Nicky Jam on Wednesday revoked his endorsement of Donald Trump, after Tony Hinchcliffe's rally joke calling Puerto Rico "garbage."
Hurricane Helene and Milton relief benefit airing on CBS, CMT
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
Aly & AJ on pushing for gun control measures ahead of 2024 election
As the 2024 election approaches, Aly & AJ reflect on surviving a mass shooting and why they're pushing for an assault weapons ban.
Technology
More Technology
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.
Science
More Science
Science
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.
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.
The Climate Election: The economy, explained
The economy remains one of the top concerns for voters just a week out from Election Day, but there's a major factor that experts say could cause significant harm to it: climate change. One study found that not limiting global temperature rise could cost $551 trillion, roughly 19 times the size of the entire U.S. economy.
Crime
More Crime
2 journalists killed in separate attacks in Mexico within hours
Hours after gunmen killed a journalist who had just interviewed a mayor, an entertainment reporter was killed inside a restaurant she owned.
Phoenix man says hot asphalt during arrest caused third-degree burns
Michael Kenyon spent more than one month in the hospital after the incident recovering from his burns, his attorney said.
Musk ordered to attend court hearing over $1 million voter giveaway
Elon Musk has been ordered to attend a court hearing in Philadelphia Thursday after he was sued by District Attorney Larry Krasner.
New details in investigation into ballot box fires
The incendiary devices used in suspected arson attacks on two ballot drop boxes in Oregon and Washington state on Monday were marked with the words "Free Gaza," a law enforcement source told CBS News Wednesday. Nicole Sganga has the latest.
Body of missing TikTok personality found in Georgia
Minelys Zoe Rodriguez-Ramirez, 25, disappeared from the store in Cornelia on Tuesday night, the Habersham County Sheriff said.
Space
More Space
"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.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
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.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
Sneak peek: Fatal First Date
A couple's first date ends with an ambush. Both are shot. Can the only survivor identify the shooter? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports Saturday, Nov. 2 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
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.
Sound shirts for deaf soccer fans
While many of us may take the excitement of a crowd at a live event for granted, two deaf sports fans in the U.K. have just experienced it for the first time - thanks to sound shirts. CBS News Leah Mishkin explains how Newcastle United and their sponsor Sela teamed up to bring the hi-tech shirts to fans.
U.S. on Israeli airstrikes in Gaza
The Hamas-run Health Ministry in Gaza said dozens of civilians were killed in an Israeli airstrike. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports on the U.S. response and de-escalation efforts in the Middle East.
China halts foreign adoptions
Last month, China announced that it would end foreign adoptions of Chinese children to foreign families other than to blood relatives. Parent Aimee Welch joins CBS News to discuss her ongoing struggle to adopt her potential daughter.