Pipeline explosion injured at least four
The pipeline explosion in Deer Park, Texas, forced evacuations and injured at least four people. CBS News' Janet Shamlian has the latest.
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Texas pipeline explosion cause still unknown
A pipeline exploded about 25 miles southeast of Houston, Texas, on Monday. Surrounding neighborhoods were evacuated and nearby schools were told to shelter in place. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian reports.
Cooler temperatures help firefighters battle California blazes
Wildfires in California have already burned nearly three times as much acreage than during all of 2023.
National Guard deployed for California fires
Several wildfires are still raging in California, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes. Gov. Gavin Newsom has called in the National Guard to help the nearly 2,000 firefighters battling the blazes amid triple-digit heat. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports on the efforts and air quality concerns.
Man accused of killing Olympic runner in fire attack dies of own burns
Officials in Kenya say the man accused of killing Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei by setting her on fire has died of his own burns.
State of emergency over California Line Fire
Firefighters are battling triple-digit temperatures as they fight Southern California's Line Fire. Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency with thousands evacuating ahead of the blaze. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
U.S. regulators open probe into reports of Jeep SUVs, pickups catching fire
The probe covers more than 781,000 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles from the 2021 through 2023 model years.
Line Fire prompts thousands to evacuate
The Line Fire burning in San Bernardino County in California has more than quadrupled in size over the weekend, prompting thousands to evacuate. Elise Preston has more on the fast-growing blaze.
Fire tears through school dorm in Kenya, killing at least 17 young boys
A fire gutted an elementary boarding school dormitory in central Kenya as students slept, killing at least 17 boys, officials say.
At least 17 killed in Kenya school fire
At least 17 students are dead and 13 others are injured after a fire erupted in an elementary school dorm in Kenya. Police say the fire engulfed rooms where children were sleeping with the victims believed to be between the ages of 9 and 13. The cause of the fire is being investigated. Anne Soy, BBC News senior correspondent and deputy Africa editor, joined CBS News with more on the fire.
Ugandan Olympian dies after allegedly being set on fire by boyfriend
Officials in Uganda say Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died in a Kenyan hospital four days after she was allegedly set on fire by her boyfriend.
Grenfell Tower fire probe finds U.S. firm "deliberately concealed" risks
An inquiry into the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire in London that killed 72 people says U.S. company Arconic hid the dangers of its building materials.
Grenfell Tower fire inquiry findings released
Nearly seven years after 72 people were killed in the fire at London's Grenfell Tower, a retired judge who headlined an inquiry into the blaze says the deaths were all avoidable. The investigation into the fire has revealed failures by the U.K. government, building contractors and first responders. BBC correspondent Ellie Price has more.
Power cut off for dozens in California
Homes in Ranchos Palos Verdes, California, are without power as subterranean landslides threaten fires and house collapses. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Crews in Greece working to contain wildfires
Fresh evacuation orders have been issued in Greece as the country battles the remains of a major wildfire near the capital of Athens. At least one person has been killed and 66 others injured since the blaze broke out on Sunday and the situation could worsen with winds expected to pick up throughout Tuesday. Jessica Parker with our partners at BBC News is following the latest from Greece.
Maui marks 1 year since devastating wildfires
It's been one year since terrible wildfires ripped through Maui, Hawaii, killing at least 102 people and destroying a large number of the island's homes and businesses. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
California wildfire activity surges nearly 3,000% in 2024
Wildfire activity in California is up nearly 3,000% this year, Cal Fire said, with the state battling more than a dozen active blazes, including the Park Fire, now the fourth-largest in state history.
4 people, 3 dogs dead after home set on fire, Florida sheriff say
Police said that Shawn Gossett, 25, started the fire "with the intent to burn the house down."
Park Fire now 5th largest ever in California
The Park Fire in Northern California has become the fifth largest in the state's recorded history and was still growing as of Tuesday. Residents whose homes have been destroyed by the fire are trying to pick up the pieces as firefighters still battle the blaze. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Fire chief watches house burn as he rushes to save town
As Jasper Fire Chief Matthew Conte set out to battle the area's largest fire in a century, he watched his own home burn.
Canada fire chief loses home battling Jasper National Park wildfire
Fire chief Matthew Conte set out to protect his town from Jasper National Park's worst wildfire in a century. He lost his own home in the process.
French phone lines sabotaged as far-left activist held over rail attacks
Police have arrested a far-left activist in connection with arson attacks that hit France's high-speed rail network hours before the Olympic opening ceremony.
Thousands of firefighters battling California's Park Fire, other western blazes
The sprawling Park Fire, near Chico — which officials say was sparked after a man pushed a burning car into a gully and then fled — was only 12% contained.
"Massive and serious" sabotage hits French rail network ahead of Olympics
France's high-speed rail network was hit by serious acts of criminal vandalism just hours before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, officials say.
Northern California wildfire explodes in size
The Park Fire, which broke out Wednesday afternoon near Chico, California, exploded in size overnight. It grew to more than 71,000 acres by Thursday, making it California's largest wildfire so far this year. A suspect has been arrested on suspicion of starting the blaze. Jonathan Vigliotti reports from Chico.
Federal agents clash with protesters day after ICE officer fatally shoots woman
An ICE officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Senate advances war powers resolution to limit further Trump strikes on Venezuela
Five Republicans joined all Democrats in voted to advance the measure toward toward limiting President Trump's ability to further strike Venezuela.
Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran facing "nationwide internet blackout," monitoring group says, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
What we know about Renee Good, the driver shot and killed by ICE agent
Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother, was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent on Wednesday in Minneapolis.
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Trump lays out Venezuela oil strategy; Senate advances war powers measure
Days after ex-Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was captured in an overnight attack, some Democrats and a Republican are pushing to block future U.S. strikes.
Noem says ICE officer accused of shooting woman "followed his training"
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Minnesota authorities "don't have any jurisdiction in this investigation."
Minnesota investigators say FBI blocked them from accessing ICE shooting evidence
The Minnesota agency tasked with investigating the killing of a U.S. citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent has withdrawn from the case, alleging federal authorities have restricted its access to evidence.
House to vote on partial funding package as Congress races to avoid shutdown
The House is set to vote on bipartisan legislation to fund several federal agencies and programs as lawmakers work to avert another government shutdown later this month.
House poised to approve 3-year health care tax credit extension
The House is on track to approve a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits, with a growing number of Republicans poised to back the measure.