New Jersey joins states suing fossil fuel giants over climate change
The lawsuit claims businesses not only failed to warn the public, but "launched public-relations campaigns to sow doubts" over the impact of burning oil and gas.
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President Biden to tour storm-ravaged New Jersey and New York; car shortages lead to slow Labor Day sales
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Elsa weakens to tropical storm as it reaches Florida; nan gets second chance after COVID-19 battle
Hurricane hunter pilot discusses his mission
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's aircraft play an important role in hurricane forecasting. Captain Jason Mansour, who pilots a Gulfstream-IV Hurricane Hunter for NOAA, joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss what it's like to fly into a storm.
Fiona causes major destruction in Puerto Rico
Hurricane Fiona is picking up strength after causing major damage in Puerto Rico, at one point knocking out power to the entire island. David Begnaud, lead national correspondent for "CBS Mornings," reports on the destruction from Puerto Rico.
Florida braces for Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian is on track to make landfall along Florida's Gulf Coast later this week. Forecasters say the conditions will cause a massive storm surge when it hits Florida. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins John Dickerson to discuss the preparations.
Hurricane Julia bears down on Central America, could bring heavy rain, flooding
Julia could bring "life-threatening flash floods and mudslides" to several Central American countries and Southern Mexico, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
Puerto Ricans resilient after major storms
Five years after Hurricane Maria, Puerto Ricans are still rebuilding. CBS News' David Begnaud shows how their resilience and strength push them forward and how community remains the most important thing.
President Biden visits Puerto Rico to survey storm damage
President Biden visited Puerto Rico on Monday to survey the damage caused by Hurricane Fiona. The president committed more than $60 million in federal funds to help the U.S. territory. Major Garrett, CBS News' chief Washington correspondent, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the trip.
Residents begin to assess Hurricane Ian damage
In Florida, there are growing questions about how officials handled Hurricane Ian as community members begin to pick up the pieces. Kris Van Cleave visits one community in Fort Myers to get a firsthand look at the destruction.
Full interview: CBS News' Ben Tracy on "Face the Nation"
Watch the full version of an interview with CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy that aired on October 2, 2022, on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.”
Full interview: Sen. Rick Scott on "Face the Nation"
Watch the full version of an interview with Republican Sen. Rick Scott of Florida that aired on October 2, 2022, on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.”
Tracy on climate change and hurricanes
CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy discusses how warmer water is causing more deadly and destructive hurricanes – and whether there should be rebuilding along the coast.
Recovery efforts underway in Florida
According to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, recovering from Hurricane Ian could take the state years. The powerful storm struck southwest Florida as a Category 4 on Wednesday, with 150 mph winds and catastrophic flooding. Kris Van Cleave is in Fort Myers with more.
Hurricane Ian slams South Carolina
Just two days after Hurricane Ian demolished parts of southwest and central Florida, the powerful storm took aim at South Carolina. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassman is in Myrtle Beach with the latest.
Hurricane Ian makes landfall in South Carolina
South Carolina's coast was the latest to be hit by Hurricane Ian. The storm caused "catastrophic" flooding in some places and residents had to be rescued. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Coast Guard flight surveys Ian's destruction
The Coast Guard has helped rescue more than 100 people across Florida. Omar Villafranca flew with the Coast Guard as it surveyed the most devastated areas.
Harrowing rescues after severe floods swamp Orlando
Neighborhoods in Orlando are flooded after getting more than a foot of rain. A longtime resident said she's never seen flooding like this in her neighborhood and doesn't have flood insurance. Meg Oliver shares more.
Team Rubicon pitch in after hurricane
A number of humanitarian organizations are on the ground in Florida to help those affected by Hurricane Ian. Team Rubicon is clearing trees and debris from roads after the storm. Art delaCruz, the chief executive officer of Team Rubicon, discusses the humanitarian efforts on the ground.
Floridians prepare to file insurance claims after Ian
Major flooding and high winds from Hurricane Ian have badly damaged and destroyed homes across Florida, and many Floridians will file insurance claims as the state recovers. George Ball, chairman of Sanders Morris Harris, discusses the best way to approach filing these claims.
Florida woman discusses sheltering during Ian
Countless Floridians are seeing immense devastation in their neighborhoods after Hurricane Ian hit the state. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers spoke with Alethea Shapiro on sheltering in place as the storm swept through.
Aerial view of Hurricane Ian's destruction
David Begnaud boards a chopper to get an aerial view of the enormity of Hurricane Ian's destruction on Florida's west coast. He also speaks to a family of four who had to be rescued by the Coast Guard.
East Florida storm rescue missions underway
Cities in central and eastern Florida are attempting to pick up the pieces while rescue missions from massive storm surge flooding continue. Meg Oliver reports from St. Augustine.
Hurricane Ian threatens South Carolina
Ian regained hurricane strength after ravaging parts of Florida, and is forecast to hit South Carolina on Friday. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins "Red and Blue" with the latest on the storm's path.
Hurricane Ian heads for South Carolina
Ian is a hurricane again after regaining strength and is forecast to hit South Carolina, where a hurricane warning was issued for the entire coast. Mark Strassman reports.
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Senators cautiously optimistic about talks to end government shutdown
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said talks among rank-and-file senators aimed at ending the government shutdown have ramped up. Follow live updates here.
Trump and Xi hold high-stakes meeting in South Korea
"We're going to have a vey successful meeting, I have no doubt," President Trump said while shaking hands with China's Xi Jinping. "But he's a very tough negotiator. That's not good."
Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction, kills dozens in Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa has left dozens dead and widespread destruction across Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba, as it continues to threaten the Bahamas and Bermuda.
Justice Department puts 2 prosecutors on leave after describing Jan. 6 "mob"
The Justice Department placed two federal prosecutors on leave after they filed court papers calling the Jan. 6 Capitol siege a "riot" perpetrated by a "mob," three sources told CBS News.
Trump administration says it struck another alleged drug boat in Pacific, killing 4
The U.S. military carried out a 15th strike on an alleged "narco-trafficking vessel," said Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, bringing the known death toll to more than 50.
Trump gives approval for South Korea to build nuclear-powered submarine
President Trump said Wednesday he's allowing South Korea to build a nuclear-powered submarine in Philadelphia.
Senate approves Democratic resolution to block Trump's tariffs on Canada
The Senate voted on Wednesday to approve a resolution that would block President Trump's tariffs on Canada.
Ex-cop Sean Grayson guilty of 2nd-degree murder in Sonya Massey shooting
A jury has found former Sangamon County deputy Sean Grayson guilty of second degree murder for the fatal police shooting of Sonya Massey.
Red Cross responds to video of Hamas allegedly moving Israeli hostage remains
The Red Cross said its staff in Gaza "were not able to intervene directly on-site" as alleged Hamas members were seen burying and then uncovering the remains of a deceased hostage.