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More than 44,000 fires have burned nearly 4 million acres across the U.S. so far in 2025, according to the National Interagency Fire Center, but only a handful have been megafires. A new study found that these kinds of fires are more likely to occur on industrial, private land, rather than in publicly-owned forests. Jacob Levine, the lead author of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Two years after the 2023 Maui wildfires killed more than 100 people, Lahaina has rebuilt only about 50 homes.
"CBS Mornings" returns to Lahaina on the Hawaiian island of Maui to look at how the community is recovering two years after wildfires destroyed the city and claimed more than 100 lives.
As climate change drives more destructive fires, there are fewer people than ever to fight them. This year, the Trump administration fired or gave early retirement to at least 5,000 U.S. Forest Service employees. A program in Burns, Oregon, shows how it's training the next generation.
Beaver populations have dwindled throughout North America over the last hundred years, but a new study says strategically returning them to ecosystems could benefit humans and Mother Nature. Kate Maher, professor of Earth system sciences at Stanford University and senior author of the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
A heat wave gripping parts of Europe sent temperatures over 109.4 degrees Fahrenheit — 40 degrees Celsius — in southern France and the Western Balkans on Monday.
Months after the deadly Eaton Fire destroyed thousands of homes in Altadena, Tiffany Haddish offered free groceries worth up to $150 per person. The comedian greeted survivors in person, delivering hugs and encouragement as hundreds waited in line in the heat.
37 major fires are burning across nine states and the heat could fuel new flames, but progress is being made. Andres Gutierrez reports from California.
The Gifford Fire burning through the rugged backcountry of California's Central Coast is now the state's largest wildfire of the year. It has reached so-called "mega-fire" status and is one of 38 large fires burning across nine states. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports.
As the Gifford Fire continues to scorch the area near the Los Padres Forest, the Canyon Fire broke out Thursday in Ventura County and has already burned more than 5,000 acres.
It has been two years since deadly wildfires swept through Hawaii's second-largest island of Maui, creating the worst natural disaster in that state's history. Caleb Hopkins, the owner of multiple Maui restaurants, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the recovery effort.
Another wildfire is burning in California, this one in the mountains north of Los Angeles. The Canyon Fire has already burned through thousands of acres and forced evacuations after igniting Thursday afternoon. CBS News Los Angeles' Nik Zecevic has the latest.
Two large wildfires are burning in California. The Canyon Fire north of Los Angeles has already consumed several buildings and forced thousands to flee, while the Gifford Fire, which broke out about a week ago in Central California, has torched nearly 100,000 acres. Jason Allen has the latest.
The Canyon Fire broke out Thursday north of Los Angeles. In just 12 hours it burned nearly 5,000 acres and forced evacuations. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports.
A study published in JAMA suggests the Eaton and Palisades fires in Los Angeles, where 31 people were killed, could be responsible for more than 400 deaths. Another study found that the 2023 Maui wildfires left one in five people with lung damage.
After losing their home in the Palisades Fire, a couple hit the road in an RV. For more than 10 weeks, they have been crisscrossing the U.S. with their two dogs.
The Los Angeles wildfires took 30 lives at the beginning of this year, but a new study estimates there were hundreds more deaths that are attributable to the disaster.
Victims of the Aug. 2023 Maui wildfires have shown signs of long-term physical and mental health issues, research shows. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more details.
Smoke from fires across the West and Canada is causing potential health risks for people across the U.S. Satellite images show smoke from the wildfires in California is creating unhealthy air as far away as Las Vegas.
The Gifford Fire has burned more than 83,000 acres in the Los Padres National Forest in central California, while firefighters battle to contain the flames. CBS News' Jason Allen has the latest details.
There is an all-out battle to contain the Gifford Fire in the mountains of central California, an explosive blaze that's burned over 80,000 acres, making it the biggest California wildfire of 2025. Jason Allen reports.
A wildfire burning in central California has exploded to the largest one the state has seen so far this year. It is expected to expand in the coming days. CBS News' Jason Allen reports on the latest details.
Wildfires are raging in multiple states in the western U.S. In California, firefighters are working to contain the Gifford Fire. Evacuation orders were issued as the blaze ballooned to more than 72,000 acres. Meanwhile, in Colorado, crews are making progress against a 150-acre wildfire northwest of Aspen that has been contained.
The fire on the north rim of the Grand Canyon has burned more than 120,000 acres after starting a month ago. Meanwhile, dry conditions north of Los Angeles are making the containment of a fire burning through a national preserve more difficult. Jason Allen reports.
Dozens of wildfires are burning across the West, including in California, Nevada, Arizona and Utah. In California, there are 14 active fires, with seven of those starting just over the weekend. The Gifford Fire north of Santa Barbara doubled in size in 24 hours.
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."
The Department of Homeland Security figure comes with caveats, researchers who study population demographics told CBS News, and it's too early to conclude that there's been a mass exodus.
Meteorologists are closely tracking the projected path and forecast of Hurricane Erin, which is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year.
As Trump pushes for peace, Ukraine accuses Russia of a deadly drone and missile strike, "as if there were no efforts by the world to stop this war."
After Texas moved forward on a new Trump-backed congressional map this week, California Gov. Gavin Newsom responded, "It's on," moving forward on his own redistricting plan that favors Democrats.
Dr. James Dobson founded the conservative ministry Focus on the Family in Colorado Springs and campaigned against abortion and gay rights.
Sabrositos Hondurenos, LLC is recalling about 32,000 pounds of various meat products with a false USDA mark of inspection, meaning the meats didn't go through proper federal examination, according to federal officials.
Britain's Ethel Caterham, the world's oldest living person, is celebrating her 116th birthday "at her own pace."
Tennis legend Serena Williams is sharing her journey with weight loss drugs, saying she's lost 31 pounds in 8 months using GLP-1s.