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A new study is shedding light on the health impacts of massive wildfires. Andrew Stokes, one of the authors of the study, joins "CBS Evening News Plus" to discuss.
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The health impacts of wildfires
A new study is shedding light on the health impacts of massive wildfires. Andrew Stokes, one of the authors of the study, joins "CBS Evening News Plus" to discuss.
Fight over Louisiana coastal erosion project
A coastal erosion project in Louisiana meant to protect against a hurricane's powerful effects is now at the center of a political storm. Kati Weis reports.
Former cop accused in Heat memorabilia heist
A retired police officer working as a Miami Heat security guard is accused of perpetrating one of the biggest sports memorabilia heists in history. Cristian Benavides reports.
Fort Stewart shooting: Everything we know
Five soldiers were shot at Fort Stewart, Georgia, on Wednesday before officials say a group of other soldiers pinned down the shooting suspect. Eleanor Watson has the latest.
Robotic rabbits helping Florida catch pythons
Florida is deploying robotic rabbits to help capture invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades. The decoy bunnies attract the pythons, allowing wildlife officers to swoop in and catch them.
Couple turns to RV road trip after L.A. fires
For more than 10 weeks, David and Jacquie Israel have been crisscrossing the U.S. in an RV, rolling with the changes that have come since their home burned down in the Los Angeles wildfires. Maurice DuBois reports.
80 years since the Hiroshima atomic bomb
Hiroshima, Japan, is marking 80 years since the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb on the city during World War II. Anna Coren has more.
RFK Jr. cancels funding for mRNA vaccines
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is halting nearly $500 million in funding to develop vaccines using mRNA technology. Dr. Jon LaPook reports.
Inside Trump's tariffs against India
The White House on Wednesday slapped an additional 25% tariff on India for buying oil from Russia. Kelly O'Grady reports on the details surrounding the tariff.
What we know about the Fort Stewart shooting
Investigators say a gunman wounded five soldiers Wednesday in a shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia. Officials say the suspect, an active-duty sergeant, is in custody thanks to a group of brave soldiers who pinned him down. Skyler Henry reports.
Breaking down the crime drop reported by FBI
New data from the FBI released Tuesday showed a drop in crime nationwide across all categories in 2024. Anna Schecter, senior coordinating producer for the CBS News Crime and Public Safety unit, discusses the numbers.
How green spaces cut down on heat
When the summer heat rises, studies show it can feel as much as 15 to 20 degrees hotter in crowded urban centers compared to areas with more trees and greenery. Elise Preston shows us one effort to turn a "heat island" into a cool oasis.
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Phoenix firefighters turn to low-tech solution to battle deadly heatstroke
Originally developed by the military, cold water immersion has found its place in urban emergency response as climate change intensifies heat waves across the country.
Fast-track med schools aim to ease looming doctor shortage
By 2036, the United States is predicted to be short as many as 40,000 primary care physicians, in part because of an aging population.
Federal grant cuts put school mental health resources at risk, staffers say
In April, the Trump administration, citing DEI issues, abruptly discontinued millions of dollars in mental health grants designed to help students.
U.S. citizen told "you have no rights" during immigration arrest speaks out
Border Patrol and the Florida Highway Patrol arrested Kenny Laynez, an 18-year-old high school senior who was on his way to work as a landscaper, back in May.
SNAP cuts threaten to strain food banks in rural Georgia
Cuts to SNAP benefits may lead to a surge in demand at food banks that serve America's most food insecure communities.
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Dad who lost family in 2015 flood joins search
After surviving a 2015 flood that killed his wife and two children, Jonathan McComb vowed to give back during future disasters. Janet Shamlian reports on volunteer search and rescue efforts after floods in central Texas.
Puget Sound orca pod threatened by salmon decline
Lurking beneath the surface of Washington's Puget Sound are some of nature's most magnificent and endangered species: orca whales. Unique to these waters and once thriving, there are now believed to be just 73 left in the pod. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Dying woman's fight leads to toughest PFAS ban
Starting this year, "Amara's Law" in Minnesota became America's strictest state law policing PFAS, compounds known as "forever chemicals." Mark Strassmann has more on the woman whose testimony helped spur its passage.
Cuts to key USDA grants threaten food access
In March, the USDA cut two federal programs that gave grants for providing food to schools and low-income communities. Meg Oliver reports on the impact.
Extreme heat threatens Arizona's saguaro cactus
Arizona's saguaro cactus has evolved to thrive in the extreme climate of the Sonoran Desert, but after decades of rising heat, even these towering icons are showing signs of stress. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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How an Idaho boy's ninth birthday wish struck an entirely different tone
When Grant Mullen's parents asked him what he wanted for his ninth birthday, they were pleasantly surprised by the answer.
His dream of playing basketball in the U.S. helped him find a second family
Ama Sow moved to Pennsylvania to fulfill his basketball dreams. But when his school closed unexpectedly, he was left penniless and homeless. That's when a local family opened their home to him.
Married nearly 7 decades, these lovebirds still say "I do" every night
On this Valentine's Day, here is a story of 94-year-old Don Barnett and his 93-year-old wife Marilyn, who have kept their love alive for 68 years with a musical elixir.
How a Tennessee woman turned surrogate for her former high school teacher
Hannah Dearman had hardly seen her beloved high school teacher since graduation. But she offered to carry her baby for free.
How a blind college student became a radio broadcaster for an NBA G League team
Allan Wylie, a freshman sports communication major at Rowan University in New Jersey, is a color commentator for the Delaware Blue Coats of the NBA G League.
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John Dickerson's Reporter's Notebook
Reporter's Notebook: Musk turns on GOP
Elon Musk vows to punish Republicans over their spending plans, offering a lesson in what can happen when concentrated power turns on those who fueled it. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Medicaid and the mental health of rural men
John Dickerson shares the heartbreaking story of Alex Jacobsen as potential Medicaid cuts threaten rural access to mental health services.
Reporter's Notebook: A point for integrity
In a high-stakes tennis match, Carlos Alcaraz offers a lesson in doing the right thing -- when the wrong thing has already been excused. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: College grad speech lessons
"CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson has a look at moments of wisdom from college graduation speech excerpts.
Reporter's Notebook: Musk's exit and budget math
A disillusioned Elon Musk steps back as President Trump's budget promises hinge on shaky projections — but the cost of being wrong won't fall on the administration. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Trump's military vision
President Trump's stripped-down message on American military power to graduates at West Point clashes with the messy realities of modern war. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson gives his take.
Reporter's Notebook: Giving advice as a parent
"CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson talks about parents' roles in giving advice as graduation ceremonies commence across the country.
Reporter's Notebook: Message behind Qatar's gift
When one country gives another country a gift, they're also sending a message -- about values, influence, the terms of a relationship. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: ChatGPT and persuasion
A new study found artificial intelligence could out-argue humans by making its points feel personal. The AI didn't just know what to say -- it knew how to sound like it understood you. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains the significance.
Reporter's Notebook: Why CEOs are frozen
Uncertainty caused by shifting tariff policy has many business leaders frozen. Psychology may explain the hesitation. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Man who saved Apollo 13
When Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell said, "Houston, we've had a problem," it was Ed Smylie who had the solution. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson has the story after Smylie's death at 95.
Reporter's Notebook: The budget's true meaning
The federal budget isn't just a policy document, it's a statement of values -- and a moral test. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Baggage claim etiquette
At the airport, "rules" offer a harmless escape from normal life. But one small lesson at baggage claim offers something deeper. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson explains.
Reporter's Notebook: Gen Z and distraction
81% of Gen Z wish it were easier to disconnect from their digital devices, according to a new Harris poll. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson discusses.
Reporter's Notebook: Real cost of Medicaid cuts
In rural towns across the U.S., providers warn Medicaid cuts won't just trim budgets -- they'll leave communities without care. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson has more.