Americans keep building in floodplains, repeating "sad story" over and over
Americans living in floodplains may be offered buyouts, but they don't always take them.
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Issues for Americans living in floodplains
It's estimated that 40 million Americans live in floodplains, facing a risk of catastrophic loss and the problem is made worse by more intense rainfall, driven by climate change and by unchecked development. David Schechter reports.
Photos show Kentucky's capital submerged after record flooding
After powerful storms caused historic river flooding, photos of Kentucky's capital city Frankfort show homes, buildings and major roads entirely under water.
Flooding swept boy after deadly storms
At least 24 people died, including a young boy, after deadly storms slammed parts of the South and the Midwest. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Frankfort, Kentucky.
Deadly U.S. storms killed at least 24
At least 24 people were killed during storms that slammed parts of the South and the Midwest. Kentucky residents are shocked after having to evacuate their homes and businesses. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Frankfort.
Deadly storms hit U.S. as FEMA faces Trump cuts
Unrelenting rain across parts of the South and Midwest caused severe flooding, leading to multiple deaths. Dave Malkoff reports from the flood zone that looming cuts to FEMA have increased fears help may not be there for long.
Deadly storms sweep through Midwest, South
At least 20 people were killed after a powerful storm system swept through the South and Midwest over the weekend. CBS News correspondent Dave Malkoff has more from Pocahontas, Arkansas.
Tornadoes and flash flooding across Midwest, South kill at least 20
At least 20 people were killed in weather-related fatalities this week, including tornadoes that destroyed entire neighborhoods.
Deadly storms bring flooding to South
Deadly storms that swept through the Midwest and the South flooded parts of Tennessee as more rain is forecasted. CBS News' Dave Malkoff reports from Clarksville, and meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest weather predictions.
Deadly storms rip through South, Midwest
Several deaths have been reported after more severe weather slammed parts of the South and the Midwest. Tornadoes and flooding impacted thousands. CBS News' Dave Malkoff reports from Clarksville, Tennessee.
Latest weather forecast for the Midwest
The severe weather that slammed parts of the South and the Midwest reportedly caused several deaths. Possible catastrophic flooding is now expected in many of these areas. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Tennessee, and CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.
Tennessee braces for flooding ahead of storm
A storm system will be stalled the next few days over the center of the country. More than a foot of rain, in some places, could cause flooding. Rob Marciano has the forecast. Then, Nicole Valdes reports from northern Tennessee.
3 dead, more than 200 rescued in South Texas after flooding
At least three people have died due to severe storms in South Texas this week as rescues were still ongoing Friday.
Heavy rain causes devastating flooding in Texas
At least three people are dead in South Texas following a severe storm that delivered more than a foot of rain. That's about half the precipitation the region typically sees in an entire year. Karen Hua reports.
Tea business rebuilds after Hurricane Helene
Six months after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of the southeastern U.S., Ashville Tea Company founder and CEO Jessie Dean joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the rebuilding efforts.
Woman helps return cherished photos to Hurricane Helene survivors
Taylor Schenker has collected more than 600 photos washed away from Hurricane Helene's floodwaters and is on a mission to reunite each one with its owner.
Major storm forcing evacuations in California
Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate and officials say millions are at risk as a massive storm slams parts of California already reeling from January's devastating wildfires. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Tennessee towns reeling after devastating flooding
Homeowners are still cleaning up after a powerful winter storm brought damaging winds, rains and flash foods to parts of the South. Among the hardest hit towns is Clarksville, Tennessee. Nicole Valdes reports.
Kentucky storms grow in intensity
Kentucky is working to recover after devastating flooding and winter storms in the state killed at least 14 people. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports on the state's deadly storms in recent years and how they compare.
11 states face polar vortex, frigid weather
The National Weather Service has issued extreme cold warnings for millions of Americans from the Canadian border to Texas. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes reports on the historic low temperatures.
Snow in Tennessee and flood water woes
Snow fell in Tennessee just days after deadly flooding pounded parts of the South. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports, and meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.
Kentucky under winter storm threat
At least 14 people died in Kentucky over the weekend after the state faced flooding and then a snowstorm. CBS News national reporter Karen Hua has more on the winter storm. Meanwhile, severe floods in West Virginia killed two people and left one person missing.
Snow expected in Kentucky after floods
Parts of Kentucky still dealing with deadly floods are now expecting snow. CBS News' Karen Hua has the latest.
Kentucky flooding death toll expected to rise
Severe flooding in Kentucky has killed at least 12 people and the death toll is expected to rise. Authorities will soon also have to contend with a winter storm making its way to the state. CBS News national reporter Karen Hua has more.
"Devastating flooding" hits small town of Pikeville, Kentucky
In Pikeville, Kentucky, a town with a population of roughly 7,000 people, "nearly every home" in one neighborhood saw flooding impacts, the mayor said.
Trump says he will meet with Zelenskyy after "very successful day" with Putin
President Trump announced the news on Truth Social hours after meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
Erin becomes a Category 4 hurricane in the Caribbean
Hurricane Erin is currently not forecast to hit land, but strong winds are affecting nearby islands, prompting forecasters to warn of possible flooding and landslides.
DOJ removes D.C. emergency police chief, agrees to rewrite immigration directive
Attorney General Pam Bondi issued an order Thursday that amounted to a reversal of "sanctuary" policies in D.C. The District sued over the order Friday.
Trump administration faces lawsuit over "secret report" on climate change
Environmental groups and independent scientists are criticizing a report assembled by a small team of well-known climate skeptics selected by Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
Trump-Putin summit in Alaska ends with no deal on Ukraine ceasefire
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit in Alaska, but the talks did not yield a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Thieves steal $2 million in jewelry from Seattle store in 90 seconds
The thieves were armed with bear spray and a Taser, and shattered the building's glass doors before ransacking display cases.
New Orleans mayor indicted on federal corruption charges
Prosecutors allege that in October 2021, Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Jeffrey Vappie, her bodyguard, developed a "personal, intimate relationship."
"Devil in the Ozarks" spent 6 months planning prison break, report says
An internal review reveals that a former police chief, known as the "Devil in the Ozarks," spent months planning his escape from an Arkansas prison.
Air Canada suspends all operations as flight attendants go on strike
A complete shutdown will affect approximately 130,000 people daily, and around 25,000 Canadians will be stranded abroad each day. Air Canada operates around 700 flights per day.