Canada wildfires continue impacting U.S. cities
Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to impact cities in the U.S. Chicago on Tuesday had the worst air quality in the world, according to the NOAA.
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What caused the 2023 Canada wildfires?
The first six weeks of Canada's 2023 wildfire season put it on track to be its most destructive in history.
Smoke plume from Canadian wildfires reaches Europe
As of Monday, there were 493 active Canadian wildfires that have burned more than 19 million acres of land.
What we know about the submersible on expedition to Titanic wreck
A sub that set out to explore the Titanic wreckage vanished in the North Atlantic, prompting a massive search and rescue operation.
Underwater noises detected during search for Titan
The search continued Wednesday for the Titan, a five-passenger submersible that disappeared during an expedition to the wreckage of the Titanic in the Atlantic. While scouring the ocean, Canadian planes detected underwater banging noises. Officials say the occupants may only have enough oxygen left to survive until Thursday morning. Roxana Saberi has the latest.
Missing Titanic sub had no certification
Search and rescue teams say they are using all available resources at their disposal to recover the missing submersible 900 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Five people are on board the vessel, which went missing during an expedition to the Titanic wreck. Heather Gillis from the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation has more.
These are the planes and robots being used to find the missing sub
Specialized planes and vessels are scouring the ocean for the sub, which had been on an expedition to visit the wreckage of the Titanic.
Frantic search continues for sub missing near Titanic wreckage site
OceanGate Expeditions' small Titan submersible set off with 5 people, including 3 paying passengers and, at most, about 96 hours' worth of oxygen on board.
Rescuers searching for sub that vanished on trip to Titanic wreckage
U.S. Coast Guard officials said 5 people were aboard the submersible that lost contact about 400 miles off the coast of Newfoundland, where the Titanic sank in 1912.
15 killed as bus carrying seniors collides with semi-trailer in Canada
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Wildfire smoke blankets upper Midwest, forecast to head east
In Minnesota's Twin Cities, the AQI was the worst it had been since the state began keeping records in 1980.
Wildfire smoke takes economic toll
The smoke from Canadian wildfires that blanketed parts of the U.S. last week forced many people to stay inside for a few days. Ballgames and stage performances were canceled, construction jobs took a break, and school children were not allowed to play outdoors. CBS MoneyWatch associate managing editor Irina Ivanova has more on the wildfires' economic impact.
Why are Canadian wildfires affecting the U.S.?
There are anomalies that help explain why smoke from 400 Canadian wildfires is causing such havoc in the United States. Correspondent David Pogue talks with climate and health scientist Vijay Limaye, of the Natural Resources Defense Council, about why this may be a sign of things to come.
Air quality improving after days of unhealthy haze
Smoke from wildfires in Canada that turned parts of the East Coast skyline orange is starting to dissipate and is expected to gradually blow away this weekend.
New York City's air quality starts to clear for first time in days
While the orange haze has seemingly moved out of New York City, many people are still at risk of experiencing health issues from the remaining pollution.
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Relief from wildfire smoke could be days away
Dangerously bad air due to Canadian wildfires is still affecting millions of Americans, and hazy skies and reduced visibility are expected in the central and eastern U.S. over the next few days, says meteorologist Stephanie Abrams with The Weather Channel. The worst air quality Friday is expected in cities including Detroit and Pittsburgh.
Poor air quality impacts millions for second day
Smoke from Canadian wildfires on Thursday affected residents along much of the East Coast, from New York City to Washington, D.C., impacting monuments, stadiums and restaurants. Doctors warned that young children and people with underlying health conditions were at greatest risk. Christina Ruffini has the latest.
D.C. gets its day in Canada's smoke
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing severe issues up and down the East Coast of the United States. The air quality in the nation's capital is at a very unhealthy level and it is expected to change over the course of the day. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more.
When will the wildfire smoke clear? Here's what meteorologists say
Forecasts suggest hazy skies and reduced air quality will persist across the Northeast and into the Midwest for at least a few more days.
How Canadian wildfire smoke could impact summer plans for Americans
Forecasters and heath officials have warned that U.S. air quality may plummet repeatedly in the coming months, as Canada's wildfire season continues.
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Awful air quality continues across Northeast
Millions of Americans across several states are getting warned about hazardous air. Air quality alerts are in effect after hundreds of wildfires in Canada, many burning out of control, sent smoke streaming into the U.S. An eerie, orange haze moved in over parts of the Northeast, including New York City, where health officials are recommending people wear masks. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Wildfire smoke costs U.S. workers more than $100 billion a year in pay
Air pollution takes an $800 billion annual toll on the U.S. economy. Wildfires — worsened by climate change — are making it worse.
Haze could hang around Northeast and beyond for days, experts warn
One cardiovascular specialist cautions that breathing the air laden with smoke from the Quebec and Nova Scotia wildfires is "probably worse than smoking a cigarette" in some places.
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.
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ICE agent shoots, kills man in Chicago suburb; agent also injured
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Erika Kirk speaks out for first time since Charlie Kirk shooting
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Missouri lawmakers pass GOP redistricting plan backed by Trump
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Uber denies rides to passengers with disabilities, Justice Department says
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