Lightning strike ignites fire at Cuban fuel farm
Several firefighters are missing and more than 70 people were injured when a massive fire broke out at a fuel farm in Cuba. The blaze was started by a lightning strike.
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17 missing, dozens hurt as fire rages in Cuban oil tank farm
Cuban authorities say a fire set off by a lightning strike at an oil storage facility is raging uncontrolled in the city of Matanzas, where four explosions and flames injured nearly 80 people and left 17 firefighters missing.
New Orleans renews search for remains of 4 victims of 1973 gay bar fire
Nearly a half-century after arson killed 32 people at the UpStairs Lounge, the City Council has renewed the search for the remains of four victims — three of them never identified.
10 people, including 3 children, killed in Pennsylvania house fire
The victims ranged in age from 5 to 79, state police said.
4 dead after 2 Nebraska homes go up in flames
Schools and businesses in Laurel, Nebraska, went on lockdown after the bodies of four people were found in two burning homes several blocks apart. Investigators say there was an explosion at one of the homes. Police suspect foul play.
Puppy rescued from California wildfires
A photographer capturing the damage caused by wildfires near Klamath River, California, ended up on a mission to help a 4-month-old puppy that emerged from debris of a home burned to the ground. The dog did not appear to have any injuries and was taken to a local shelter.
Home Depot engulfed by 5-alarm fire
A Home Depot in San Jose, California, was destroyed by a 5-alarm fire Saturday night. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. CBS San Francisco's Betty Yu reports.
Jetliner catches fire after landing in Miami
The NTSB will investigate after a Red Air flight caught fire when it landed at Miami International Airport. Officials say the landing gear collapsed. Three of the 126 on board were hurt, none seriously. A Los Angeles County jury has found that Bill Cosby sexually abused a 16-year-old girl in 1975 at the playboy mansion. The jury awarded Judy Huth $500,000. And Yellowstone National Park is partially reopening today after last week’s record flooding.
Grass fire torches several Dallas-area homes
Several homes were destroyed near Dallas by a grass fire apparently sparked by a lawnmower in 103-degree heat. Ghislaine Maxwell is back in Florida - but this time - to serve a 20 year prison sentence. She’s in a low security prison in Tallahassee. And the Mega Millions jackpot has grown to $810 million dollars – the game’s third-biggest ever.
A hooded man throws a homemade explosive into a minimart in Brooklyn
A hooded man throws a homemade explosive into a minimart in Brooklyn in what may have been a revenge crime. One man was injured.
Gun battle with wanted ex-cop - caught on tape
CBS News Exclusive: Video recorded by CBS News reporter Carter Evans shows an up-close account of the gun battle between police and fugitive ex-cop Christopher Dorner in Big Bear, California.
NYC Building on Fire
NO AUDIO: A WCBS chopper has captured footage of a massive building fire on historic Houston Street in Manhattan's SoHo section of New York City.
Small Airplane Crashes in North Phoenix
A small plane crashed Wednesday morning outside Deer Valley Airport in north Phoenix. Police said the pilot was killed in the crash.
Breathing life into Jack
Firefighters revived a dog pulled from a house fire in Bakersfield, California. The dog, named Jack, was unresponsive as firefighters carried him out of the home. Using a specialized dog mask, the firefighters were able to resuscitate him. Moments later he was able to stand up and open his eyes.
"Ghost Ship" suspect
Derick Almena, charged with 36 counts of involuntary manslaughter following a fatal fire in a warehouse he managed in Oakland, made a brief court appearance as victims' families looked on. CBS San Francisco's Anne Makovec reports.
Thunderstorms drench Southwest as water cascades from casino ceilings in Vegas
The annual weather pattern known as the monsoon has brought a parade of storms to cities across the U.S. Southwest.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for July 26, 2022
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
Crews gain ground against California's Oak Fire
Thousands of firefighters are gaining ground on California's Oak Fire, which has destroyed more than 20 homes and forced thousands to evacuate since Friday. The fire near Yosemite National Park is more than 25% contained.
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Thousands evacuate as California's Oak Fire explodes in size; Job applicant discloses cancer diagnosis in interview
Grass fire destroys homes in Balch Springs, leaving some homeless
A grass fire on Monday spread into a Balch Springs neighborhood, catching several homes on fire.
Thousands of firefighters battling Oak Fire
Some 2,000 firefighters are battling the Oak Fire near Yosemite National Park. They are facing tough conditions as the wildfire burns out of control through the tinder-dry forest and grows into one of California's biggest blazes of the year. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
California wildfire forces thousands to evacuate
Firefighters are battling a wildfire near Yosemite National Park. It has already burned more than 14,000 acres. Joy Benedict reports.
Riders evacuated after Boston train catches fire
A Boston-area train caught fire as it crossed a bridge Thursday. Some passengers had to escape through windows, with one jumping into the river. There were no serious injuries.
Volunteers fight wildfire in Greece
As wildfires rage across Europe, where a heat wave has intensified drought conditions, volunteer firefighters near Athens, Greece battled a fierce blaze fueled by gale-force winds.
Boston commuter train catches fire
A Boston commuter train caught fire in Somerville, Massachusetts, on Thursday morning, prompting passengers to evacuate the carriages. Some jumped out of train car windows, while local media reported one woman jumped into the river below. No injuries were reported.
Fed served with Justice Dept. subpoenas, Powell says
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Fed Chairman Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, he says.
Trump briefed on new options for military strikes in Iran, source says
President Trump warned Friday that if the Iranian government began "killing people like they have in the past, we would get involved."
U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
Who won Golden Globes for 2026? See the full winners list here
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Iran threatens protesters, U.S. troops in region, as unrest continues
As activists say Iran's anti-government unrest has seen at least 538 people killed, the nation's rulers threaten protesters and U.S. forces across the Mideast.
Omar says federal probe into Minnesota fraud is "creating confusion and chaos"
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar denounced a surge of federal agents to Minneapolis targeting Somalis and other immigrants after a fraud scheme in the state.
Justice Department has scrapped its "Peacemakers" office
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
Trump warns Cuba to make a "deal" on oil after Maduro ouster
President Trump on Saturday announced that Venezuela has "started the process" of releasing its political prisoners.
Major nurses strike looms in NYC as talks pass midnight deadline
The potential for a major nurses strike in New York City is growing by the minute, with major hospitals and the New York State Nurses Association failing to get a deal done before Sunday's midnight deadline.