2 students stabbed at Florida high school in community cleaning up from Idalia
The suspect was taken into custody, Clearwater Police Department said.
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Biden promises federal aid in wake of Idalia
President Biden stressed the need to prepare for more climate disasters in the wake of Hurricane Idalia and the Maui wildfires, saying in a speech Wednesday that "no one can deny the impact of the climate crisis anymore." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Idalia slams Southeast as tropical storm
A weaker Idalia moved over the Carolinas as a tropical storm early Thursday, bringing heavy rain and storm surge flooding a day after hitting Florida as a major hurricane. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides reports from Cedar Key, Florida.
Florida Sen. Scott looks at Idalia's impact
Now-Tropical Storm Idalia is causing serious flooding and damage across the Southeast. Florida Sen. Rick Scott joins "America Decides" to assess the storm's impact in his state.
DeSantis faces leadership test with Idalia
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has temporarily paused his presidential campaign to manage Hurricane Idalia recovery efforts. CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim DeFede joins "America Decides" to discuss how the governor's closely-watched response could impact the 2024 race.
Idalia path, timeline: Maps show where hurricane is heading and when
Idalia made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane over the Big Bend region of Florida, before continuing along its path toward Georgia and the Carolinas.
Images show Hurricane Idalia damage in Florida: "Going downhill fast"
Hurricane Idalia caused heavy damage to Florida's Gulf Coast, bringing dangerous flooding to the streets from Tampa to Tallahassee.
White House responds to Idalia
Now-Tropical Storm Idalia is churning through Georgia but has already brought historic storm surge and attendant damage to parts of Florida's Big Bend. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports on conditions in Georgia, and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more on the federal government's response.
Idalia weakens as it moves over Georgia
Idalia has weakened to a tropical storm as it moves over southeastern Georgia. CBS News correspondents Omar Villafranca and Manuel Bojorquez report on the latest developments. Plus, CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson explains where the storm could go next.
Hurricane Idalia shutters Florida airports, cancels over 1,000 flights
Nearly 2,000 flights have been delayed or canceled Wednesday after powerful Category 3 hurricane hit Florida's Gulf Coast.
100-year-old tree falls on Florida governor's mansion
The state's first lady said she was inside the mansion with their three children at the time, but no one was hurt.
What is St. Elmo's fire? Phenomenon caught on video
Video captured by Air Force pilots evacuating ahead of Hurricane Idalia has gone viral – because the storm appeared to create bolts of lightning sparking out of the aircraft.
Storm surge devastates small coastal community
Idalia's record storm surge hit the small community of Steinhatchee, Florida, particularly hard. The town was submerged as the storm made landfall. Jason Allen reports.
Biden stresses need to prepare for climate disasters like Idalia and Maui fires
In a press conference today, President Biden updated the nation on recovery efforts in Maui and Florida. No one, he said, can "deny the impact of the climate crisis anymore."
Red Cross supporting Idalia relief efforts
The Red Cross has deployed 500 disaster volunteers to provide assistance to those affected by Hurricane Idalia in Florida. American Red Cross spokesperson Grace Meinhofer joined CBS News to discuss the organization's efforts, which also include shelter supplies and about 100,000 ready-to-eat meals.
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Crystal River, Florida bracing for Hurricane Idalia; Drug companies suing to block Medicare price negotiations.
Are there Waffle House closures due to Idalia?
There are a few ways to gauge the expected destruction from a hurricane, but one of the more unusual ways is the Waffle House index.
Hurricane Idalia bringing "catastrophic" storm surge to Florida
The National Hurricane Center said Idalia was weakening but water levels could reach as high as 16 feet in some areas.
Idalia strengthens into Category 2 hurricane
Florida residents are bracing for Idalia's impact, where the storm is expected to hit as a Category 3 hurricane. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports on preparation efforts from Crystal River. Plus, CBS News senior weather and climate producer David Parkinson examines the forecast path of the storm.
How a "king tide" could worsen flooding from Hurricane Idalia
What is a "king tide" and how could it affect the storm surge?
Hurricane Idalia strengthens on path to Florida
Millions of people are bracing for the impacts of Hurricane Idalia, which will continue gaining strength as it moves toward Florida. Life-threatening storm surges are expected along the state's Gulf Coast. Omar Villafranca reports.
Idalia now a hurricane, on path for Florida
The National Hurricane Center upgraded Idalia to a hurricane early Tuesday with the storm expected to hit Florida's west coast within the next 24 hours. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides reports from Tampa.
See Hurricane Idalia from space in satellite view from ISS
Hurricane Idalia is expected to make landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast on Wednesday.
Why are hurricane names retired?
If the Idalia wreaks enough havoc, the name could be retired from the hurricane name list — following a trend for hurricane names that start with "I."
Generators can be deadly during hurricanes. Here's how to use them safely.
Carbon monoxide poisoning from using a generator indoors can "kill you in minutes," the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns.
FBI searches John Bolton's house
The FBI confirmed it that it searched former national security adviser John Bolton's house early Friday morning.
Food crisis group declares first-ever famine in Gaza
The IPC, a global body that monitors hunger crises, says 22 months of war in Gaza have left half a million people facing "starvation, destitution and death." Israel calls it "lies."
Watch Live: Fed Chair Powell speaks about economy at Jackson Hole
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has been under pressure from President Trump to lower the central bank's benchmark interest rate.
Newsom signs California redistricting plan
The new map would shift five of California's Republican House seats to be more favorable to Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections.
1 person dead in shooting at shipyard that builds Navy vessels, officials say
Ingalls Shipbuilding is the largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, and the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi.
Judge halts "Alligator Alcatraz" construction over environmental concerns
A federal judge ordered an indefinite halt to further construction or expansion at "Alligator Alcatraz," in a a setback for the Trump administration and Florida officials.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia could leave jail today. Here's what happens next.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia could be released from pre-trial detention and head back to his home state of Maryland as early as Friday — but it's unclear if ICE will seek to deport him again.
Stock futures tilt up ahead of Fed chief Jerome Powell's speech
Investors will be eyeing closely Powell's speech in Jackson Hole on Friday to see if the Fed chair hints at a potential rate cut at the central bank's next meeting.
Cracker Barrel loses almost $100 million in value after new logo release
Cracker Barrel stock plunged as much as 15% after the restaurant chain released a new logo that removes its long-time image of a man leaning against a barrel.