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A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
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A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
More than 60 record highs were set on Tuesday from California to Idaho as a heat wave sweeps across the western U.S. Downtown L.A. reached 98 degrees on Tuesday, the earliest the city has hit that mark in nearly 150 years. Carter Evans reports.
Parts of Australia were sweltered in record temperatures of close to 122 degrees as the country sweated through a prolonged heat wave even as bitter cold covered much of the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
The cost of heating a home is going through the roof, but there are steps you can take to try to keep your energy bills down. Ash-har Quraishi has details.
Cold weather spikes often mean higher energy bills. Ash-har Quraishi has tips on how people can "energy audit" their own homes and lower the cost of their monthly heating bills.
Americans will pay 7.6% more to heat their homes this winter, study finds.
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Human-caused climate change led to extreme heat worldwide between June and August, a new report by Climate Central shows. Kristina Dahl, vice president for science at Climate Central, joins with more details.
A police dog died after being left unattended inside a hot car, according to the department where the dog had served since 2021.
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President Trump's budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year would eliminate the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which serves more than six million Americans.
Electricity costs are surging as climate change makes the hottest days of the year even hotter. David Schechter reports.
Dr. Jon LaPook and celebrity trainer Kira Stokes join "CBS Mornings Plus" to share medical and practical tips for safely exercising outdoors in hot weather. They explain how to adjust workouts during heat waves, spot warning signs of heat-related illness and stay on track with fitness goals.
When the summer heat rises, studies show it can feel as much as 15 to 20 degrees hotter in crowded urban centers compared to areas with more trees and greenery. Elise Preston shows us one effort to turn a "heat island" into a cool oasis.
Japan logged two new heat records in a single day as the mercury hit 41.6 degrees Celsius (106.88 degrees Fahrenheit) and then 41.8 C (107.24 F), the weather office said.
Wildfire smoke from Canada is impacting millions of people across parts of the northern United States. Over the weekend, it was a problem in the Midwest. On Monday, forecasters expect poor air quality from Wisconsin to New York. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano reports.
A heat wave is spreading through the Eastern U.S. this week. The rising temperatures are turning pavements and playgrounds into dangerous burn zones. CBS News climate correspondent David Schechter explains. Warning, some of the images in this story are difficult to view.
A cold front is bringing storms and lower temperatures to parts of the country, while the Midwest sees poor air quality from wildfire smoke.
The extreme heat across parts of the U.S. has forced many summer camps to bring kids indoors and take extra safety measures. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has more.
The extreme heat continues in the Midwest, the Southeast and some parts of the Northeast.
As extreme heat continues to grip large parts of the country, cities like Phoenix are turning to an unlikely -- and remarkably effective -- lifesaving tool: bags of ice. Ben Tracy reports for Climate Central.
More than 160 million people are experiencing extreme heat in parts of the U.S. The dangerous heat has forced some young athletes to change how they practice.
Heat warnings are in effect across the East, and some cities expect to reach record-high temperatures. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Kate Bilo has more.
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
The Senate is moving forward with Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday, despite President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting as chairman of the central bank could offer clues about the path for interest rates this year.
Tropical Storm Arthur, the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, formed Wednesday off the Gulf Coast of Texas.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings.
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting as chairman of the central bank could offer clues about the path for interest rates this year.
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting as chairman of the central bank could offer clues about the path for interest rates this year.
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
Georgia House leadership say they are holding off on redrawing Georgia's legislative maps during the special legislative session.
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George is holding a lead with 64% of ballots counted.
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
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The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
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The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
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.
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
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The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
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Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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