Sea turtle named Dilly Dally returns to ocean after flipper amputation
A satellite tracking device attached to Dilly Dally's shell will allow the center and the public to follow her journey.
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Sahara dust cloud heads to U.S.
A massive plume of Saharan dust is covering the Caribbean and is making its way toward the southern U.S. While it is bad for air quality, it prevents major storms and hurricanes from developing. CBS News' Karen Hua has more details.
FEMA chief questioned over comments
There was confusion among staff at the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, after its acting chief said during a briefing he wasn't aware the U.S. had a hurricane season, three sources told CBS News. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Body identified 31 years after being found floating near Florida bridge
Advanced DNA testing helped police in Clearwater, Florida, identify Edman Eric Gleedy as the man whose remains were first discovered 31 years ago.
Rebuilding amid new hurricane season
The Atlantic hurricane season is getting underway, but some coastal areas are still dealing with the fallout from last year's storms. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more on how some of those communities are preparing.
Disney lays off hundreds of employees
Walt Disney Co. confirmed it is laying off several hundred employees as part of a cost-cutting measure.
Florida man says he suffered "catastrophic injuries" from Disney ride
Eugene Strickland is suing Walt Disney Parks and Resorts for $50,000 over injuries he said he sustained after using one of the park's water slides.
Hurricane-ravaged communities hope to draw in tourists as rebuilding continues
Nine months after Hurricanes Helene and Milton slammed Florida less than two weeks apart, businesses dependent on tourism want visitors to know they're open even as construction continues.
Popular bar is rebuilding after hurricanes
Andreas Bieri, owner of the iconic Mucky Duck bar and restaurant in Captiva Island, Florida, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss recovery efforts after hurricanes Helene and Milton caused the worst damage in the bar's nearly 50-year history.
Massive Saharan dust plume is heading for Florida
Saharan dust is heading toward Florida and could be seen over the state by this weekend, radar shows.
Latest details on Florida boat explosion
11 people, including two children, were injured in a small boat explosion in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Officials are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports.
11 injured in Fort Lauderdale boat explosion
Nearly a dozen passengers, including two children, were thrown into the water after a boat explosion at a Fort Lauderdale, Florida, yacht club. The cause of the explosion hasn't been confirmed.
Man shot and killed by deputies in confrontation after apparent gator attack
Florida sheriff's deputies opened fire on Timothy Schulz when he went for the weapons inside their patrol vehicle, a sheriff said.
U.S. court orders former "supercop," wife to pay $2.4 billion to Mexico
The ruling is the latest twist in the saga of the former high-flying minister who earned himself the nickname of "supercop" but instead aided and abetted drug traffickers.
Florida food banks feel the sting of DOGE cuts
The White House's Department of Government Efficiency has cut funding for about $1 billion worth of USDA programs.
Here's a look inside Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park
Epic Universe, the first new theme park in Florida in more than 25 years, opens on May 22. Here's what visitors can expect.
Video captures 5-foot alligator lounging in Florida storm pipe
A 5-foot alligator was spotted in a storm pipe during a routine inspection in Oviedo, Florida, and the video has drawn thousands of views.
American man on the run for 20 years arrested in Canada
Patrick Lutts Jr., facing charges in connection to a fatal drunk-driving crash that killed two teenagers in Florida, was arrested in February under the Canadian Extradition Act
Undocumented immigrant faces $1.82 million fine for failing to leave U.S.
The Florida woman and mother of three was charged $500 for every day she has remained in the U.S. since the removal order was issued in April 2005.
Florida becomes second state to ban fluoride in tap water
Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a measure that prohibits local governments from adding fluoride to water systems.
Florida executes suspected serial killer once eyed for possible link to the OJ Simpson case
Convicted killer Glen Rogers, once speculated to have ties to the O.J. Simpson case, was executed for the 1995 murder of a woman in a Tampa motel.
Suspected FSU shooter denied bond after first court appearance
Phoenix Ikner is charged with two counts of first-degree murder and seven counts of attempted first degree murder.
Miami Hurricanes player injured in Florida crash that killed 3, including 2 children
Adarius Hayes, 20, was identified as one of the drivers involved in the crash in Largo. He was hospitalized with injuries that are not life-threatening.
Video shows alligator "knocking" at front door of Florida home
Deputies in Florida safely captured an alligator that startled residents by knocking on doors in a neighborhood at the start of mating season.
Florida man gored by bison in Yellowstone National Park
This marks the first time a bison has gored a Yellowstone National Park visitor in 2025.
Supreme Court sides with Ohio woman in reverse discrimination case
The Supreme Court on Thursday revived a lawsuit from an Ohio woman who claimed she was the victim of reverse discrimination.
Trump speaks to China's Xi amid ongoing dispute over trade truce
President Trump spoke to Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday amid an ongoing dispute over a temporary deal to ease the escalation of tariffs.
Supreme Court blocks Mexico's lawsuit against major U.S. gunmakers
The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Mexican government's lawsuit against major U.S. gun manufacturers, delivering a win for the firearms industry.
Trump signs travel ban on nationals from 12 countries, restrictions on 7 more
President Trump signed a proclamation to ban travel from certain countries, citing national security risks. It's set to take effect at 12:01 a.m. Monday.
2 Israeli-American hostages' bodies recovered by troops in Gaza
Judi Lynn Weinstein and Gad Haggai, U.S.-Israeli dual nationals, were killed in Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023 terrorist attack, but their bodies had been held in Gaza.
Americans are filing for Social Security at record rates. Here's why.
Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, experts say.
Trump to meet with new German chancellor at White House
Newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is meeting with President Trump at the White House on Thursday.
Education Dept. threatens Columbia University's accreditation
The Education Department's Office for Civil Rights said Columbia has violated federal antidiscrimination laws.
Private Japanese lunar lander closing in on unexplored top of the moon
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace is closing in on the moon, aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
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Supreme Court blocks Mexico's lawsuit against major U.S. gunmakers
The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Mexican government's lawsuit against major U.S. gun manufacturers, delivering a win for the firearms industry.
Supreme Court sides with Ohio woman in reverse discrimination case
The Supreme Court on Thursday revived a lawsuit from an Ohio woman who claimed she was the victim of reverse discrimination.
Trump speaks to China's Xi amid ongoing dispute over trade truce
President Trump spoke to Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday amid an ongoing dispute over a temporary deal to ease the escalation of tariffs.
Trump to meet with new German chancellor at White House
Newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is meeting with President Trump at the White House on Thursday.
Americans are filing for Social Security at record rates. Here's why.
Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, experts say.
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Trump speaks to China's Xi amid ongoing dispute over trade truce
President Trump spoke to Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday amid an ongoing dispute over a temporary deal to ease the escalation of tariffs.
Americans are filing for Social Security at record rates. Here's why.
Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, experts say.
Procter & Gamble says it will cut 7,000 jobs over the next 2 years
Procter & Gamble plans to cut non-manufacturing jobs as it seeks to compete in what the company calls an "increasingly challenging environment."
Private Japanese lunar lander closing in on unexplored top of the moon
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace is closing in on the moon, aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
Couple faces retirement fears amid market swings
Like millions of Americans, Alicia and Chu Gomez are experiencing the waves of an uncertain, see-sawing market.
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Trump's travel ban is set to begin Monday. Here's what to know.
President Trump signed a proclamation late Wednesday barring travelers and immigrants from a dozen countries and restricting the entry of nationals from seven other nations.
Supreme Court blocks Mexico's lawsuit against major U.S. gunmakers
The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Mexican government's lawsuit against major U.S. gun manufacturers, delivering a win for the firearms industry.
Supreme Court sides with Ohio woman in reverse discrimination case
The Supreme Court on Thursday revived a lawsuit from an Ohio woman who claimed she was the victim of reverse discrimination.
Trump speaks to China's Xi amid ongoing dispute over trade truce
President Trump spoke to Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday amid an ongoing dispute over a temporary deal to ease the escalation of tariffs.
Trump's travel ban is fueling anxiety even in a country not on the list
Trump's move to bar U.S. entry for nationals from 12 countries has people even in an unlisted nation wondering if "Americans just don't like us anymore."
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Asthma sufferers could be at greater risk if Trump cuts health program
The Trump administration wants to shutter the CDC's National Asthma Control Program, which provides millions in funding to state-administered initiatives aimed at fighting the disease.
FDA to review abortion pill mifepristone for safety. Here's what to know.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asked the FDA "to review the latest data on mifepristone," but experts say concerns about the abortion pill's safety are misguided.
Ground beef with possible E. coli distributed nationwide, USDA says
The beef, which may be contaminated with E. coli, was distributed to Whole Foods Market retail locations across the U.S.
Tomato recall affecting multiple states elevated to highest risk warning by FDA
The tomatoes, recalled for potential salmonella contamination, were shipped to Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina.
CDC official overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations resigns
The resignation follows an order by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to change the agency's guidance.
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Ex-Olympian and convicted murderer Oscar Pistorius returns to racing
Oscar Pistorius competes in his first race since murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp at his home in South Africa 12 years ago.
Trump's travel ban is fueling anxiety even in a country not on the list
Trump's move to bar U.S. entry for nationals from 12 countries has people even in an unlisted nation wondering if "Americans just don't like us anymore."
Trump to meet with new German chancellor at White House
Newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is meeting with President Trump at the White House on Thursday.
Violent turbulence injures 9 on flight, forces emergency landing
German police say severe storms in southern Germany forced a Ryanair flight to make an emergency landing after violent turbulence injured nine people on board.
Popular band fined $36,000 for glorifying drug cartels
At a Los Tucanes de Tijuana performance, nearly a third of their songs were "narcocorridos" glamorizing drug traffickers, officials said.
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"Wicked: For Good" trailer released
The trailer for the highly-anticipated sequel, "Wicked: For Good," has been released. In the film, Elphaba and Glinda team up to challenge the Wizard of Oz.
Popular band fined $36,000 for glorifying drug cartels
At a Los Tucanes de Tijuana performance, nearly a third of their songs were "narcocorridos" glamorizing drug traffickers, officials said.
Jessie J diagnosed with early breast cancer, says she'll undergo surgery
U.K. pop singer Jessie J announced her breast cancer diagnosis in a video on Instagram, saying she learned of it before her new single "No Secrets" was released.
Cynthia Erivo on hosting Sunday's Tony Awards and the "Wicked" sequel
Tony Award winner Cynthia Erivo tells "CBS Mornings" how Elphaba from "Wicked' has matured ahead of Erivo hosting the 78th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday.
Auli'i Cravalho talks news Apple TV+ special
Auli'i Cravalho, the breakout actress who voiced "Moana," has a new animated children's special on Apple TV+ called "Lulu is a Rhinoceros." Cravalho joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about why kids and parents should tune in for the family musical event.
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Meta signs nuclear power deal for AI energy
Meta has signed a 20-year agreement to buy nuclear power from Constellation Energy, joining the growing list of tech giants turning to nuclear energy to meet the demands of artificial intelligence. Bloomberg News tech reporter Riley Griffin has more.
Blue Origin spacecraft carries 6 to edge of space
A Blue Origin sub-orbital spacecraft successfully rocketed to an altitude more than 60 miles above the Earth Saturday with a crew of six. After separating from its booster, the capsule touched down in the West Texas desert about 10 minutes after liftoff.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Colleges try to tackle A.I. in the classroom
Some colleges are turning to classic tactics to try to keep A.I. out of the classroom. Sales of lined composition test books — known as "blue books" — which students used to use to handwrite essays and answers on exams, are on the rise, the Wall Street Journal reported. Here's how schools are trying to tackle the exploding use of A.I.
Google, DOJ antitrust case ending soon
Google and the Justice Department are set to begin closing arguments in the historic antitrust case that started nine months ago when a federal judge ruled Google has a monopoly over the search engine market. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the latest updates.
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Private Japanese lunar lander closing in on unexplored top of the moon
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace is closing in on the moon, aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
Looking at Iran's uranium enrichment
Iran's foreign minister says his country will not accept any nuclear deal with the U.S. that completely bans uranium enrichment. Anna Erickson, professor of nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Fungus in "agroterrorism" arrest already widely prevalent in U.S., researcher says
Two Chinese researchers were charged with trying to smuggle strains of a fungus called Fusarium graminearum into the U.S.
NSF terminates research grants
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has terminated thousands of research grants, following President Trump's executive order. Todd Wolfson, President of the American Association of University Professors, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" with more details.
Massive planet discovered orbiting tiny star, puzzling scientists
It had not been thought possible that such tiny, weak stars could provide the conditions needed to form and host huge planets.
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Woman on encounter with Combs
A former graphic designer for Sean "Diddy" Combs testified at his sex trafficking trial, alleging that the music mogul once held her over a balcony at Cassi Ventura's apartment. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Video of dad wanted in 3 girls' murders
The Chelan County Sheriff's Office released video of Travis Decker, the man suspected of killing his three daughters in Washington state. The video shows Decker before the girls were reported missing and then found dead near a campground on Monday.
Boulder attack suspect headed to court
Mohamed Soliman, the man accused of attacking protesters in Boulder, Colorado, with Molotov cocktails, will face a judge Thursday on dozens of charges. His family remains in ICE custody. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Popular band fined $36,000 for glorifying drug cartels
At a Los Tucanes de Tijuana performance, nearly a third of their songs were "narcocorridos" glamorizing drug traffickers, officials said.
Woman in poison mushroom killings trial says she was trying to fix "bland" meal
Erin Patterson spoke Wednesday about the July 2023 lunch and offered her explanations on how she planned the meal that killed three of her four guests who ate it.
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Private Japanese lunar lander closing in on unexplored top of the moon
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace is closing in on the moon, aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
Massive planet discovered orbiting tiny star, puzzling scientists
It had not been thought possible that such tiny, weak stars could provide the conditions needed to form and host huge planets.
Fluke discovery at planetarium sheds light on mysterious cosmic cloud
Scientists have unlocked one of the solar system's many secrets from an unexpected source: a planetarium show.
The northern lights could be visible in some U.S. states tonight
The northern lights — also called aurora borealis — could be visible in Alaska, Washington, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan, Maine, northern parts of Idaho, Wyoming, Iowa, New York, Vermont and New Hampshire.
Trump withdraws NASA post nomination
President Trump withdrew his nomination for Jaren Isaacman, an Elon Musk ally, to lead NASA. Mr. Trump said he would soon announce a new nominee. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the latest.
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Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Boulder attack suspect due in court
Mohamed Soliman, the man accused of attacking demonstrators in Boulder at a rally for Israeli hostages, will be in court Thursday for the official filing of over 40 state charges, including attempted murder. He has not entered a plea.
Bodies of hostages recovered in Gaza
Israel announced it has recovered the bodies of Judi Lynn Weinstein and Gad Haggail, two Israeli-American hostages who were killed during the Oct. 7 attacks. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Amazon's best book of the year
CBS Mornings reveals Amazon's top pick for 2024, "Wild Dark Shore" by Charlotte McConaghy. Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins to share why it's a standout.
How new tariffs make parenting more expensive
Jo Ling Kent reports on how the latest 50% tariffs on imported steel and aluminum are increasing the cost of daily goods American parents count on.
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