Rare 7-foot fish with a face "only a mother could love" washes ashore
The massive bony fish turns out to be a species that was "hiding in plain sight" for more than a century.
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Dangerous heat could break temperature records again this week across U.S.
More than 20 million people were under weather advisories for extreme heat as forecasts predicted another week of soaring temperatures.
Las Vegas sets new heat record
A massive heat dome is currently sulking over California, Texas, and parts of the Southwest. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more details from Las Vegas, which broke a daily record at 111 degrees Fahrenheit Thursday.
Heat dome advisories across Southwest
Record-breaking temperatures are being felt across the Southwest with millions being advised to limit their time outside. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more from Las Vegas on some of the risks associated with the hot weather. And Marta Segura, chief heat officer for Los Angeles, joined CBS News to discuss how her city is fairing with the heat.
Proposed heat rules for California would keep workers, schoolchildren cool
Proposed state standards to protect indoor workers from extreme heat would extend to schools. The rules come as climate change is bringing more frequent and intense heat waves, causing schools nationwide to cancel instruction.
Tornadoes pound Michigan, Maryland
Suspected tornadoes slammed homes in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and Livonia, Michigan, two states outside what's known as "Tornado Alley," which appears to be shifting east, according to a new study. Meanwhile, a heat wave is affecting thousands in Las Vegas, Nevada. CBS News' Nicole Sganga and Ben Tracy report.
Heat wave slams the Southwest
A heat wave is bringing high temperatures earlier in the summer to some parts of the Southwest, creating dangerous conditions for thousands of Americans. CBS News' Ben Tracy has more.
Dangerous heat wave hits Southwest
More than 30 million people are under extreme heat alerts with temperatures expected to hit triple digits from California to Texas. On Thursday, Las Vegas could reach 112 degrees. CBS News Texas reporter Bo Evans has more.
Heat wave intensifying in parts of U.S.
A heat wave is expected to oppress parts of Texas, California, New Mexico and Arizona through Friday. CBS News' senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the effects of the hot weather.
Early heat wave expected in California
An extreme heat wave is expected in California this week with temperatures in the state's Central Valley set to soar above 100 degrees. The Corral Fire in the area has already burned more than 14,000 acres and is now at least 85% contained. CBS News Sacramento reporter Sakura Gray has more.
Video, images show intercontinental ballistic missile test launch in California
The U.S. launched an unarmed Minuteman III missile Tuesday from Southern California. It was a routine test of the nuclear deterrence program.
For-profit nursing home chain faces scrutiny
With more seniors in the U.S. than ever before, CBS News has been taking a look at a growing trend in nursing homes: many are now backed by profit-seeking investors. Lisa Ling has part two of our investigation into claims these facilities may have neglected patients in pursuit of profits.
More USPS workers facing dog attacks. Here are the cities with the most bites
More than 5,800 postal workers were bitten by dogs last year, with the average insurance claim topping $64,000, according to the USPS.
Why California's Corral Fire has officials worried
Dramatic images out of California show a wildfire devouring hillsides about an hour east of San Francisco. The Corral Fire has burned over 14,000 acres, making it the state's largest so far this year. Ben Tracy is on the scene to report on why fire officials are so concerned.
California wildfire forces evacuations
Crews are battling California's largest wildfire so far this year, the Corral Fire, which has burned more than 14,000 acres outside the city of Tracy, about 60 miles east of San Francisco. Thousands of people have been forced to evacuate, while officials say the fire is about 75% contained. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
California wildfire prompts evacuations
Thousands are under evacuation orders east of San Francisco due to the fast spread of what's being called the Corral Fire. It is the state's largest wildfire so far this year. More than 14,000 acres have already burned in the area.
Beloved surfboard-stealing otter spotted again off Northern California shore
Last summer, otter 841 terrorized surfers in Santa Cruz, California, biting surfboards and even hijacking them. Now she has returned.
81-year-old "serial slingshot shooter" found dead days after arrest
Prince King was accused of breaking windows and car windshields and of narrowly missing people with ball bearings shot from a slingshot.
6/26/2022: Targeting Americans, Take the Fight to the Night
"Havana Syndrome" cases on U.S. soil; California's newest firefighting tool
Actor accused of stabbing ex-girlfriend caught at U.S.-Mexico border
If convicted on all charges in the attack on Allie Shehorn, actor Nick Pasqual faces a maximum sentence of life in prison, officials said.
Remains found in 1985 identified as woman who was born in 1864
Advanced technology was used to help identify the remains.
Care concerns at for-profit nursing homes
A CBS News investigation found concerns over care emerged after a for-profit chain took over some California nursing homes.
California's newest firefighting tool
Bill Whitaker reports on the largest helicopter to ever fight fires at night, now being used in California as the state faces one of its most intense fire years ever.
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Massive fires claim 31 lives; Victoria’s Secret Executive apologizes
"48 Hours: NCIS": To Catch a Killer
The cases they can't forget: NCIS agents in Virginia go high-tech to solve the murder of a young ballerina — and the agent who inspired CBS' "NCIS: New Orleans" shares his real-life cross-country search for the killer in a San Diego cold case.
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Dispute emerges over back pay for furloughed workers
The 2025 government shutdown entered its seventh day on Tuesday as both sides remained locked in their positions, with no sign of relenting. Follow live updates here.
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Bondi faces questions on DOJ probes, Epstein files at Senate hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for her first hearing since her confirmation.
Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner heading to Egypt amid Gaza ceasefire talks
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were on hand to take part in indirect talks between Israel and Hamas, which aim to end the war in Gaza.
Supreme Court hears arguments involving Colorado "conversion therapy" ban
The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to a Colorado law banning "conversion therapy" for minors that was brought by a licensed counselor in the state.
Flights delayed at some airports amid air traffic controller shortage
Airports in several U.S. states are seeing flight delays as the government shutdown enters a second week.
Israelis mourn 2 years after Hamas attack as the Gaza war grinds on
As Israelis come together to mourn those killed two years ago by Hamas, the sounds of the ongoing war in Gaza reverberate over a solemn memorial.
Tropical Storm Jerry forms over the central Atlantic Ocean
Tropical Storm Jerry formed Tuesday over tropical waters in the central Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said.
Nobel in Physics goes to 3 scientists for work on quantum technology
One of 2025's three Nobel Prize in Physics winners says the trio's work is "one of the underlying reasons that cellphones work.''
Helicopter crashes on Sacramento freeway; 3 critically injured, officials say
Officials are investigating after a medical helicopter crashed on a Sacramento freeway Monday evening.