Deadly tornadoes hit Alabama
Multiple fatalities were reported after tornadoes hit Alabama.
Alabama
Deadly tornadoes batter southern states
Several people are dead after a cluster of tornadoes touched down in Alabama. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports from the danger zone and then CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Lana Zak with his forecast.
Another major tornado outbreak takes aim at Southeast
More severe weather is on tap as a new study confirms that tornadoes are often stronger than experts thought.
Tracking the dangerous tornado outbreak
CBS New York chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the latest on the storms threatening the Southeast.
2 staunch Trump allies launch Senate bids in Missouri and Alabama
Former Missouri Governor Eric Greitens and Alabama Representative Mo Brooks formally announced their Senate bids on Monday.
Wildlife officers brought in a backhoe to carry out the monstrous alligator, which measures 15 feet long, coming in at more than 1,000 pounds
Wildlife officers brought in a backhoe to carry out the monstrous alligator, which measures 15 feet long, coming in at more than 1,000 pounds. John Stokes talks about the exciting experience, in which his family took all night to reel in the gator along the Alabama River near Camden.
In Birmingham, Ala., Operation Refocus is trying a new approach to allow female veterans the opportunity to heal amongst their peers
In Birmingham, Ala., Operation Refocus is trying a new approach to allow female veterans the opportunity to heal amongst their peers. Mark Strassmann reports.
In his commentary from August 2003, Bob Schieffer weighs in on the controversy surrounding an Alabama judge who installed a sculpture of the Ten Commandments in a courthouse lobby
In his commentary from August 2003, Bob Schieffer weighs in on the controversy surrounding an Alabama judge who installed a sculpture of the Ten Commandments in a courthouse lobby.
Floodwaters are on the rise from coastal Alabama to the Florida Panhandle, with the water so high in some places that residents are taking shelter in their attics
Floodwaters are on the rise from coastal Alabama to the Florida Panhandle, with the water so high in some places that residents are taking shelter in their attics. Pensacola, Fla., was hit especially hard, getting 22 inches of rain in 24 hours. Adriana Diaz reports.
John Servati, a member of the University of Alabama swim team, died giving his life to save his girlfriend in Monday's storms, his teammates say. CBS News' Vicente Arenas reports.
John Servati, a member of the University of Alabama swim team, died giving his life to save his girlfriend in Monday's storms, his teammates say
Flash flooding left homes and cars underwater in Pensacola, Fla. - which saw more than a foot-and-a-half of rain in 24 hours
Flash flooding left homes and cars underwater in Pensacola, Fla. - which saw more than a foot-and-a-half of rain in 24 hours. Blake Brown, of Mobile, Ala., affiliate WKRG reports.
Another line of storms is headed into central and southern Alabama after a tornado cut a half-mile path through Jefferson County
Another line of storms is headed into central and southern Alabama after a tornado cut a half-mile path through Jefferson County. Two people killed in Alabama had refused to go to a storm shelter, while a University of Alabama swimmer died when a concrete wall collapsed on him. Vicente Arenas reports.
A dangerous system is making its way across the Southeast
A dangerous system is making its way across the Southeast. Heavy rain in Birmingham, Ala., caused heavy flooding. Meteorologist Megan Glaros, of Chicago CBS station WBBM-TV, takes a look at what's ahead for the region.
Thousands of dead and dying starfish are washing ashore Alabama and Florida
Thousands of dead and dying starfish are washing ashore in Alabama and Florida. Marine experts say the reason is most likely recent strong storms that have pushed the starfish over sandbars and onto the beaches.
Birmingham, Alabama-based musicians St. Paul and the Broken Bones are attracting a great deal of attention
Birmingham, Alabama-based musicians St. Paul and the Broken Bones are attracting a great deal of attention. Their high-energy live performances are led by charismatic front man, Paul Janeway, a former accounting student who's been compared to both Otis Redding and James Brown. The group joined "CBS This Morning: Saturday" and performed "Broken Bones and Pocket Change."
St. Paul and The Broken Bones is one of the hottest new soul bands
St. Paul and The Broken Bones hail from Birmingham, Alabama - and they're one of the hottest new soul bands out there. The group performs their hit, "Half the City" for "CBS This Morning: Saturday."
Dangerous storm system moves east
A violent storm system left a path of destruction across parts of the South from Texas to Alabama. Tanya Rivero spoke with CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Beradelli about where this system is heading next.
WKRG's Avery Cotton caught up with Sadka on her 88th birthday
Voncile Sadka has been cutting hair since 1956, when she became the state of Alabama's first female barber. WKRG's Avery Cotton caught up with Sadka on her 88th birthday.
"High risk" of large and dangerous tornadoes across South
Research says these extreme outbreaks are becoming more likely and shifting location because of a warming climate.
Alabama House votes to end ban on yoga in schools
If the bill passes in the Senate, kids will be able to learn yoga in school – but they still wouldn't be allowed to say "namaste"
DOJ sues sheriff's office over jail workers' sex harassment claims
The lawsuit said female jail workers are regularly subjected to threats of sexual violence and male prisoners who expose themselves.
Bloody Sunday anniversary
It's been 56 years since civil rights activists and supporters crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge, demanding voting rights. They were violently met by Alabama State Troopers. The clash was captured on camera and seen across the country. On Sunday, President Biden signed a voting access executive order to ensure voting rights for all Americans. Bishop Harry L. Seawright, the presiding prelate of the 9th Episcopal Church, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the impact of "Bloody Sunday" in the modern political climate.
48 Hours: Fighting for Aniah
Aniah Blanchard, a 19-year-old college student and the stepdaughter of a top-ranked UFC fighter, was found murdered in Alabama in 2019. Her parents are fighting for a new law, because despite being charged with kidnapping and beating two men, her alleged killer was out on the streets months before Aniah was killed.
“48 Hours”: Fighting for Aniah Blanchard
A 19-year-old college student and stepdaughter of UFC fighter Walt Harris, Aniah Blanchard, was allegedly murdered in 2019 in Alabama by a man out on bond for kidnapping, robbery and attempted murder. Now, her parents are fighting for a law to keep those accused of serious offenses off the streets. James Brown gives "CBS This Morning" a preview of the case, airing on "48 Hours" Saturday.
Alabama governor sets end date for face mask mandate
Governor Kay Ivey said after April 9, it will be a matter of "personal responsibility" if Alabamians should wear a face covering.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect in custody after manhunt, officials announce
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. Officials say a suspect is now in custody.
Suspect arrested in Charlie Kirk killing confessed to father, officials say
A person has been arrested in connection with the shooting that killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sources said.
ICE agent shoots, kills man in Chicago suburb; agent also injured
An ICE agent shot and killed a man in Franklin Park, Illinois, Friday morning after authorities say he attempted to drive into agents as they tried to make an arrest.
Erika Kirk speaks out for first time since Charlie Kirk shooting
Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, speaks out for the first time since her husband's death on Wednesday.
Secret Service puts agent on leave who wrote negative post about Charlie Kirk
A U.S. Secret Service agent who wrote a negative social media post about Charlie Kirk has been put on leave, U.S. officials said Friday.
AI fuels false claims after Charlie Kirk's death, analysis reveals
X's AI chatbot Grok, the AI-search engine Perplexity and Google's AI summaries all provided false information in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect is in custody. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University.
Missouri lawmakers pass GOP redistricting plan backed by Trump
Missouri is the third state to seek to redraw its congressional maps ahead of next year's midterms.
Uber denies rides to passengers with disabilities, Justice Department says
The Justice Department filed a $125 million lawsuit against Uber, alleging the company discriminates against disabled passengers.