California to devote $536 million in fight against devastating wildfires
California is working to get ahead of the fire season. Last year set records when wildfires charred more than 4% of the state and killed 33 people.
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Less than one month ago, residents of Middletown, California were driven from their homes as a wildfire raced through their community
Less than one month ago, residents of Middletown, California were driven from their homes as a wildfire raced through their community. Half of the town burned down in what was named “Valley Fire.” It was the third worst in California history, but thanks to the heroic efforts of firefighters, many lives were saved. Carter Evans reports as survivors are determined to rebuild.
California to allocate $536 million for wildfires
California will authorize $536 million toward forest management projects and efforts to reduce wildfires before the worst of the fire season strikes later this year, Governor Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders said Thursday. CBS Los Angeles has the details.
California wildfires have displaced hundreds from their homes
California wildfires have displaced hundreds from their homes. Some have seen the houses burn down, others have no idea if the fires have taken their homes. David Begnaud has the story.
Parts of California are under states of emergency as a massive wildfire rages
Parts of California are under states of emergency as a massive wildfire rages. CBS News correspondent Danielle Nottingham has details for CBSN.
Nick Dietz compiles some of the latest and greatest viral videos
Nick Dietz compiles some of the latest and greatest viral videos, including the shocking impact of a taser on bare skin in super slow-motion and a dog named Loki having some fun in the snow. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE.
Cal Fire spokesman Daniel Berlant joins CBS Evening News with more information on a rapidly expanding wildfire north of San Francisco
Cal Fire spokesman Daniel Berlant joins CBS Evening News with more information on a rapidly expanding wildfire north of San Francisco.
The British Airways flight caught fire moments before it was about to takeoff from Las Vegas
The British Airways flight caught fire moments before it was about to takeoff from Las Vegas. Aviation experts say the pilot and his team did a remarkable job in aborting the takeoff and evacuating the passengers. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal reports.
Everyone on board had to use the emergency exits to get out in a hurry
Las Vegas' main airport is up and running after an airplane fire put 170 lives in jeopardy. British Airways Flight 2276 to London aborted its takeoff Tuesday because of what's described as a "catastrophic engine failure." Everyone on board had to use the emergency exits to get out in a hurry. Mireya Villarreal reports from McCarran International Airport, just south of the Las Vegas strip.
At least two passengers have been injured and 172 passengers evacuated after a British Airways plane caught fire
At least two passengers have been injured and 172 passengers evacuated after a British Airways plane caught fire. CBS News aviation and transportation safety analyst Mark Rosenker spoke to CBSN about the incident.
As wildfires continue to rage in seven states, CBS correspondent Chris Martinez takes a look inside the National Inter-Agency Fire Center to see how the crucial decisions are made.
As wildfires continue to rage in seven states, CBS correspondent Chris Martinez takes a look inside the National Inter-Agency Fire Center to see how the crucial decisions are made.
Nearly nine million acres have gone up in flames in this year's wildfires
Nearly nine million acres have gone up in flames in this year's wildfires. At least 45 fires are burning in the West. Carter Evans shows how firefighters are using cameras to stay ahead of the flames.
Nick Dietz compiles some of the latest and greatest viral videos
Nick Dietz compiles some of the latest and greatest viral videos, including a backyard experiment that's a blast to watch and an overprotective raccoon rescuing his brother from a swimming pool. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE.
Nick Dietz compiles some of the latest and greatest viral videos
Nick Dietz compiles some of the latest and greatest viral videos, including a very vocal feline that can take her bath "no more" and over 6,000 matchsticks igniting in slow-motion. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE.
Washington state is having its worst fire season ever
Washington state is having its worst fire season ever. Now part of the challenge is finding enough people to fight the fires. Carter Evans reports.
Firefighters out west continue to battle enormous wildfires that span across five states
Firefighters out west continue to battle enormous wildfires that span across five states. More than 45 fires are burning. Massive flames have hit Washington state the hardest. President Obama has declared a state of emergency and authorities say they have no idea how many homes have been destroyed. Thousands of firefighters are on the lines, three died earlier this week in north-central Washington. Carter Evans spoke to the widow of one of those men.
Three firefighters died Wednesday while battling a wildfire in Washington State
Three firefighters died Wednesday while battling a wildfire in Washington State. President Obama called them "brave Americans." CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from August 17, 2015 edition
The Pentagon announced Monday it's providing 200 active-duty soldiers to help with a fire in Washington State; and Lenny Robinson, better known as the "Route 29 Batman," was struck by a car and killed on Sunday.
Helmet cameras are becoming increasingly popular with fire departments
Helmet cameras are becoming increasingly popular with fire departments. Firefighters say the devices are invaluable. Kris Van Cleave reports.
The Pentagon announced Monday it's providing 200 active-duty soldiers to help with a fire in Washington State
The Pentagon announced Monday it's providing 200 active-duty soldiers to help with a fire in Washington State. CBS News' Danielle Nottingham reports on the fires burning across the West Coast.
Drivers on the New Jersey Turnpike saw giant fireballs and explosions after two tractor-trailers collided
Drivers on the New Jersey Turnpike saw giant fireballs and explosions after two tractor-trailers collided. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers shows that one truck was completely engulfed in flames.
Chinese officials say a warehouse filled with explosives is the source of a blast that rocked the industrial town of Tianjin
Chinese officials say a warehouse filled with explosives is the source of a blast that rocked the industrial town of Tianjin. CBS News correspondent Seth Doane reports.
For pilots of fire-fighting aircraft, drones have become another hazard in an already risky business
For pilots of fire-fighting aircraft, drones have become another hazard in an already risky business. As CBS News correspondent John Blackstone reports, several agencies are working on solutions to minimize safety concerns as drones grow in popularity.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from August 6, 2015 edition
The Pentagon's first attempt to insert fighters into Syria met with what one official called "abject failure." Nearly half the force was either killed, captured or missing and they never even came in contact with ISIS. CBS News correspondent David Martin reports; What should be a 90-minute flight from Chicago's O'Hare Airport to Knoxville, Tennessee often takes much longer. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave looked into what's behind the delays.
Firefighters have made progress in containing the Rocky Fire burning north of San Francisco
Firefighters have made progress in containing the Rocky Fire burning north of San Francisco. CBS News correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Trump warns U.S. "will take very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters
"We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen," President Trump said in an exclusive interview airing Tuesday on "CBS Evening News."
Over 12,000 feared dead after Iran's crackdown on protesters
Information trickling out of Iran suggests a far deadlier crackdown on protesters than previously reported.
Supreme Court seems likely to uphold state transgender athlete bans
The Supreme Court heard two cases involving laws from Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports.
Trump boosts his economic strategy in Michigan speech: "Tariff's my favorite word"
President Trump defended his tariffs at a speech in Michigan, after he visited a factory in Dearborn.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson resigns with other senior prosecutors
At least six prosecutors in the Minneapolis U.S. Attorney's office — including Assistant U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson — have resigned after the office was tasked with investigating the shooting of Renee Good, according to three sources familiar with the situation.
Trump is taking aim at borrowing costs. Will it work — or backfire?
President Trump's plans to ease the financial pressures on Americans are bold but could backfire, experts said.
Scott Adams, Dilbert comic strip creator, dies at age 68
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
Mass resignations at DOJ Civil Rights Division, sources say
At least six prosecutors, most of whom are supervisors in the Civil Rights Division's criminal section, will be leaving their jobs.
Their 21 kids were taken by the state. They've since had more surrogate-born babies.
The couple had so many kids in their Los Angeles-area mansion a neighbor "thought it was a kindergarten." The investigation has only gotten stranger.