Sara becomes tropical depression after landfall in Belize
Tropical Storm Sara made landfall near Dangriga, about 55 miles southeast of the capital Belmopan, the Miami-based National Hurricane Center said.
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Tropical Storm Sara pounds Central America, leaves at least 1 dead
Honduran officials said that there had been at least 90 rescues and over 47,000 people affected by the storm.
Tropical Storm Sara forms in Caribbean
Tropical Storm Sara formed in the Caribbean on Thursday and is churning west. It is forecast to bring life-threatening flooding to portions of Central America this weekend.
Tropical Storm Sara forms in the Caribbean
Tropical Storm Sara developed in the Caribbean on Thursday, threatening parts of Central America with life-threatening and potentially catastrophic rain.
Next tropical weather threat forming in the Caribbean
The last day of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season is Nov. 30, but as we near that finish line, the Caribbean apparently has other thoughts in mind.
Hurricane Rafael forms in Caribbean as path heads toward Cuba
Rafael, the 18th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, became a hurricane on Tuesday evening as it approached the Cayman Islands.
Nadine forms in Caribbean, makes landfall in Belize
The Atlantic Hurricane season has been busy with 15 named storms already forming this year. The season runs through Nov. 30.
Storm-weary Florida braces for Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton exploded in strength Monday with winds topping 180 miles per hour. The monster hurricane is now expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday in Florida. Cristian Benavides and Tom Hanson report.
Hurricane Milton takes aim at Florida's Gulf Coast, prompting mass evacuations
Milton is a powerful Category 4 hurricane with a path forecast to bring it ashore along Florida's west coast this week.
Helene death toll tops 160 as Southeast digs out from devastation
Hurricane Helene killed dozens of people, caused widespread destruction and knocked out power to millions of homes and businesses.
Dozens airlifted from Tennessee hospital roof amid flooding
Authorities have successfully airlifted over 50 people stranded by fast-moving flood waters from the roof of a hospital in Erwin, in eastern Tennessee.
How Hurricane Helene battered Florida
Hurricane Helene's force in Florida left behind major destruction in the Big Bend area before weakening into a tropical storm while it traveled through Georgia. CBS News' Dave Malkoff reports from Atlanta. Also, Ken Graham, the director at NOAA's National Weather Service, joins CBS News with more on damage.
Hurricane Isaac strengthens, Tropical Storm Joyce forms in the Atlantic
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect for either storm however, the waves from Issac could cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions in the Azores
Tropical Storm Helene in Georgia
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida Friday before weakening in Georgia. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez is in Tampa and Skyler Henry is in Asheville, Tennessee, where winds gusts and flooding are prevalent. Also, CBS News New York meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
Florida preparing for Helene landfall
Hurricane Helene intensified from a tropical storm Wednesday, churning toward Florida's Gulf Coast. According to the National Hurricane Center, it will reach Florida late Thursday with winds of up to 115 miles per hour. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Tampa.
Helene and climate change effects
Tropical Storm Helene is gaining strength from warmer waters in the Gulf of Mexico, an effect linked to climate change that appears to make hurricanes and storms more powerful. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist Marina Jurica has more.
Helene becomes major threat to Florida
Tropical Storm Helene will likely slam Florida and parts of Georgia with strong winds, heavy rains and storm surge in areas bordering the Gulf of Mexico. Jamie Rhome, the deputy director of the National Hurricane Center, joins CBS News with more.
Tallahassee prepares for Helene
Tropical Storm Helene is headed toward Florida, which is mostly under a state of emergency in anticipation of a potential hurricane. CBS News' Jason Allen reports, and Tallahassee Mayor John E. Dailey has more on preparations.
Helene could hit Florida as hurricane
Tropical Storm Helene is moving toward Florida and is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 storm over the Gulf of Mexico. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Crystal River, and CBS News New York meteorologist John Elliott has the latest update.
Florida under emergency as Helene nears
Parts of Florida are under a state of emergency as Tropical Storm Helene heads for the state. Helene formed Tuesday morning and is expected to impact the Sunshine State as a hurricane when it lands on Thursday. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Clearwater, Florida.
Florida's Big Bend braces for another hurricane
Helene could become the second hurricane to make landfall over Florida's Big Bend region this year. Jason Allen takes a look at how the state and local residents are preparing for the storm.
Hurricane John intensifies suddenly, slams into Mexican tourist hotspots
Hurricane John's rapid intensification forced Mexico's Pacific tourist hubs of Acapulco and Puerto Escondido to brace quickly for a Category 3 storm.
Weather system could become hurricane
A developing weather system could strengthen in the Gulf of Mexico and become a tropical storm or hurricane that slams the South. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has more.
Storm that could become Hurricane Helene takes aim at Florida's Gulf Coast
The U.S. Gulf Coast is bracing for a major hurricane, with Tropical Storm Helene expected to intensify rapidly into a Category 3 storm and hit Florida's Big Bend.
Ileana weakens to tropical depression as it heads toward Sinaloa, Mexico
Rain from Ileana, then a tropical storm, pounded the resort area of Los Cabos this weekend.
What to know about the 12th, 22nd Amendments as Trump talks third term
President Donald Trump again suggested he may try to run for a third term in office, despite limits set by the 12th and 22nd Amendments.
Astronauts who were stuck in space say they'd fly on Boeing's spacecraft again
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who were stuck in space for more than nine months, took questions after returning to Earth.
3 of 4 U.S. soldiers missing in Lithuania found dead, Army says
The U.S. soldiers had been at the center of a recovery mission in Lithuania for nearly a week after their armored vehicle sank in a body of water.
Trump targeting students' visas, green cards sets up free speech showdown
The Trump administration has targeted international students in wake of pro-Palestinian protests and other activities.
Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre in "a serious accident," rep says
Virginia Giuffre, who alleged Epstein sexually trafficked her to Britain's Prince Andrew, was in "a serious accident," her representative said.
Thai official sees "something suspicious" in quake toppling Bangkok tower
Officers questioned four Chinese men who were found removing 32 files from containers behind the collapsed building, a police official said.
Elon Musk says his DOGE role is hurting Tesla's stock price
The Tesla CEO acknowledged his DOGE activities are impacting the electric vehicle maker's stock price amid boycotts and protests.
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg substitutes recalled due to bleach
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
"Doomsday mom" Lori Vallow Daybell's Arizona trial starts today
Jury selection in Lori Vallow Daybell's trial in Arizona is set to start Monday. She is charged in the death of her fourth husband, Charles Vallow.
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Conservative channel Newsmax surges over 700% in stock market debut
Newsmax's share price soared when it started trading Monday on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker "NMAX."
What Trump has said about pursuing a third term
President Trump gave the clearest indication yet this week that he is looking at ways to serve a third term in office, though the Constitution bars any person from being elected more than two times.
What to know about the 12th, 22nd Amendments as Trump talks third term
President Donald Trump again suggested he may try to run for a third term in office, despite limits set by the 12th and 22nd Amendments.
Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre in "a serious accident," rep says
Virginia Giuffre, who alleged Epstein sexually trafficked her to Britain's Prince Andrew, was in "a serious accident," her representative said.
Astronauts who were stuck in space say they'd fly on Boeing's spacecraft again
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who were stuck in space for more than nine months, took questions after returning to Earth.
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Conservative channel Newsmax surges over 700% in stock market debut
Newsmax's share price soared when it started trading Monday on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker "NMAX."
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg substitutes recalled due to bleach
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
Elon Musk says his DOGE role is hurting Tesla's stock price
The Tesla CEO acknowledged his DOGE activities are impacting the electric vehicle maker's stock price amid boycotts and protests.
Wall Street tumbles on fears about Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs
Stocks tumbled on Monday, putting the market on track to end the quarter with the worst performance in almost three years.
The buzz over annoying corporate buzzwords
Faith Salie shares a "disruptive action item" for business buzzword users to "on-board" (that is, if you don't want to be "smartsized" out of a job).
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What Trump has said about pursuing a third term
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What to know about the 12th, 22nd Amendments as Trump talks third term
President Donald Trump again suggested he may try to run for a third term in office, despite limits set by the 12th and 22nd Amendments.
Trump criticizes both Putin and Zelenskyy as he pushes for Ukraine ceasefire
President Trump continued his criticism of Volodymyr Zelenskyy but turned the tables and also criticized Russia's Vladimir Putin as he pressed for a Ukraine war ceasefire.
Trump targeting students' visas, green cards sets up free speech showdown
The Trump administration has targeted international students in wake of pro-Palestinian protests and other activities.
Trump says he's looking for ways to serve a third term as president
President Trump indicated he was looking for ways to serve a third term, which is not allowed under the 22nd Amendment, in an interview with NBC News.
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Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg substitutes recalled due to bleach
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
Mom of twins fights to protect infants amid measles outbreak
Measles cases in the U.S., which have soared to nearly 500 infections this year, have created concerns for parents with children who are too young to be vaccinated.
Sickest patients face insurance denials: "They won't help me"
Republicans and Democrats agree prior authorization needs fixing, but patients are growing impatient.
Fighting STDs on Indian reservations
Syphilis rates in the U.S. rose to a 70-year high in 2022, and tripled in the Navajo Nation from 2019-2022. Dr. Celine Gounder takes a look at a program to help fight STDs on Indian reservations in the Southeast.
How the arts can create healthier communities
According to thousands of studies, researchers have determined that involvement in the arts can improve public health and promote healing from illness, as well as protect against such problems as cognitive decline, heart disease, anxiety and depression. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Broadway director Lear deBessonet, the force behind Arts For EveryBody, a national public health movement whose mission is to connect more people to the arts and create healthier communities.
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Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre in "a serious accident," rep says
Virginia Giuffre, who alleged Epstein sexually trafficked her to Britain's Prince Andrew, was in "a serious accident," her representative said.
Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
"I've seen a lot of strange insects, but this has to be one of the most peculiar-looking ones I've seen in a while," said one entomologist.
UAE sentences 3 people to death in killing of 28-year old rabbi
A United Arab Emirates court sentenced three people to death for the killing of Israeli-Moldovan Zvi Kogan, state media reported.
Tesla EVs, charging stations targeted by possible arson in Italy and France
Tesla has been the target of protests around the world amid owner Elon Musk's affiliation with the Trump administration and his backing of European far-right parties.
Climber dies in fall on U.K.'s highest mountain, another seriously injured
Rescuers in Scotland say one climber died and another was seriously injured in a fall on Ben Nevis, the U.K.'s highest mountain.
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Jordan Davis unveils "Bar None"
Jordan Davis, the country star behind eight No. 1 hits, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to share a first look at his latest single and reveal a big announcement following recent CMA and ACM wins.
Jay Ellis dives into 1980s Oakland
Jay Ellis, star of "Insecure" and "Top Gun: Maverick" takes on a fictional version of Warriors star Sleepy Floyd in "Freaky Tales," a genre-blending film set in 1987 Oakland that reimagines the night Floyd scored 29 points in one quarter and what happens when he becomes the target of a heist.
Kim Delaney, actress known for "NYPD Blue," arrested in domestic dispute
She was arrested on Saturday at a home in Marina Del Rey for assault with a deadly weapon, according to Los Angeles County deputies.
Actor Richard Chamberlain dies at age 90
Richard Chamberlain, the actor known for a string of TV miniseries in the 1980s, including "Shogun," has died. He was 90.
Elton John on Brandi Carlile: She gave me "a fresh start"
To young Brandi Carlile, a girl coming of age and struggling with her own sexuality, Elton John was a flicker of hope in a confusing world. Today, the two music superstars are friends and collaborators, recording an album together, "Who Believes in Angels?"
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Growing demand to power AI, cryptocurrency
As cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence advancements are made, U.S. demand for the energy needed to power massive mining and data centers grows. David Turk, former deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how much energy the U.S. needs and the potential environmental impacts.
Waltz's Venmo showed his contacts — even after bombshell report on Signal chat
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles was among the contacts listed in Waltz's Venmo account.
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.
Lawsuit against OpenAI over newspaper copyright can proceed, judge rules
Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.
What is Signal, the app used by Trump's team
The Senate Intelligence Committee heard testimony on Tuesday from key players involved in a group chat on the messaging app Signal, in which the U.S.'s highly sensitive plans to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen were discussed inadvertently with a journalist. President Trump said that his administration would investigate the government's use of Signal. CBS News contributor and former CIA official Andrew Boyd has more on what it is and how it's used.
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SpaceX launch will send civilian crew on first flight around Earth's poles
The international all-civilian Fram2 crew is the first in space history to fly to orbit with no licensed pilot or trained astronaut on board.
Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
"I've seen a lot of strange insects, but this has to be one of the most peculiar-looking ones I've seen in a while," said one entomologist.
Millions of bees have died this year: "Worst bee loss in recorded history"
Bees play a key role in the U.S. food supply, and the mass deaths could jeopardize that.
Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
Carbon capture chemically removes CO2 from the air, to store or recycle into products. But is this technology – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change?
Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
As a tool to address rising greenhouse gas emissions, carbon capture chemically removes carbon dioxide from the air, to store or recycle into products. The company behind a new plant to be opened this summer claims the facility will remove 500,000 tons of CO2 a year. But is this form of carbon capture – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change? Correspondent David Pogue looks at the technology behind this initiative, and the controversy it has raised.
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UAE sentences 3 people to death in killing of 28-year old rabbi
A United Arab Emirates court sentenced three people to death for the killing of Israeli-Moldovan Zvi Kogan, state media reported.
Lori Vallow Daybell trial begins
Lori Vallow Daybell, the "Doomsday mom" sentenced to life in prison for killing her children, is in court for the Arizona trial surrounding her fourth husband's death. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports.
Fugitive wanted over deadly prison escape caught on tropical island
Police arrested a fugitive on the tropical holiday island of Phuket over a deadly prison breakout that freed a notorious drug lord nicknamed "The Fly."
"Narco sub" loaded with 6.5 tons of cocaine seized in Atlantic
Police released video of the operation, showing the vessel loaded with orange packages as well as four suspects with their faces blurred out.
"Doomsday mom" Lori Vallow Daybell's Arizona trial starts today
Jury selection in Lori Vallow Daybell's trial in Arizona started Monday. She is charged in the death of her fourth husband, Charles Vallow.
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NASA astronauts discuss extended space trip
NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore are adjusting to life back on Earth after spending more than nine unplanned months in space. The astronauts discussed their science mission at a news conference on Monday from the agency's Johnson Space Center in Houston. Former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn joins CBS News to unpack the pair's comments.
Astronauts who were stuck in space say they'd fly on Boeing's spacecraft again
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, who were stuck in space for more than nine months, took questions after returning to Earth.
SpaceX launch will send civilian crew on first flight around Earth's poles
The international all-civilian Fram2 crew is the first in space history to fly to orbit with no licensed pilot or trained astronaut on board.
First human space mission to orbit both poles
A crypto billionaire and three other novices are set to launch on a mission to orbit both the north and south poles. It will be the first human crewed mission to do so. Mark Strassmann reports.
Rocket carrying European orbital vehicle crashes seconds after liftoff
The unmanned Spectrum rocket, an orbital rocket developed by German start-up Isar Aerospace, crashed and exploded 40 seconds after takeoff.
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NASA astronauts discuss extended space trip
NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore are adjusting to life back on Earth after spending more than nine unplanned months in space. The astronauts discussed their science mission at a news conference on Monday from the agency's Johnson Space Center in Houston. Former NASA astronaut Dr. Tom Marshburn joins CBS News to unpack the pair's comments.
Trump will visit Saudi Arabia in May
President Trump is expected in Saudi Arabia in May as part of his first international trip during his second term in the White House. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports.
Tanker fire in Louisiana
A massive fire in Louisiana may have started after a lightning strike from severe weather that swept through the state. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Americans appear concerned about tariffs
Americans have questions about the impact of President Trump's upcoming tariffs. Colby Smith, a reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News with more on the worrying sentiments.
Law firms fighting Trump orders
President Trump's executive orders targeting big law firms could cause a chilling effect on the American justice system. Bob Van Nest, a trial lawyer and partner at Keker, Van Nest & Peters, joins CBS News with more on how his firm is planning to fight back.