New York and New Jersey declare states of emergency as Ida barrels through
The downpours were being blamed for at least five deaths — four in New York City and a 70-year-old man the mayor of Passaic, New Jersey says was swept away by floodwaters.
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The downpours were being blamed for at least five deaths — four in New York City and a 70-year-old man the mayor of Passaic, New Jersey says was swept away by floodwaters.
Extreme rainfall caused the highway's collapse, presumably from the remnants of Hurricane Ida, officials said.
Search and rescue operations are underway after Hurricane Ida slammed the Louisiana coast, leaving about one million homes and businesses without power.
None of the rockets hit the airport, but the attack was just the latest to target the facility where the U.S. military is racing to wrap up its biggest airlift operation ever.
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The National Hurricane Center says the former tropical storm may strengthen. CBS News forecasters say it could bring torrential downpours and flooding to Florida.
Search and rescue teams are continuing to work around the clock in hopes of finding any survivors.
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The carrier says the passenger was "unruly." "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Dana Jacobson says the pilot said the passenger became a threat.
It's urging Americans to get set to leave the country ASAP, saying that, among other factors, packed hospitals aren't admitting U.S. citizens.
He drove straight into the lobby, according to Havre de Grace, Maryland police. The building was severely damaged.
An investigation is underway of 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant's death. Protesters hit the streets for the second straight day and night.
Five others were wounded. Police say it appears the gunman took his own life.
24 people were arrested, following dozens on Monday and Tuesday nights. The former officer, Kim Potter, was charged with second-degree manslaughter.