Los Angeles wildfire death toll rises as firefighters fight heavy winds
The Palisades and Eaton fires burning in Southern California have destroyed more than 12,000 structures.
The Palisades and Eaton fires burning in Southern California have destroyed more than 12,000 structures.
Jack Smith, the special counsel appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 to take over two investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, has resigned.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
The Los Angeles Fire Department rebutted speculation that its chief, Kristin Crowley, had been dismissed as crews continue to battle the wildfires across the region.
The White House said President Biden bestowed the award to Pope Francis during a phone call in which they also discussed efforts to promote peace and alleviate suffering around the world.
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The tremor was about five miles from Coalcoman de Vazquez Pallares, a municipality of around 20,000 people about 372 miles west of Mexico City.
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California Attorney General Rob Bonta warned of bad actors who seek to use the trauma and chaos created by the wildfires in California for their own gain.
Andrea Pasinetti was out of town when he got the call when a wildfire broke out in Pacific Palisades, where his home and three dogs were. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti was reporting nearby.
Renard Spivey says he was trying to protect himself when he says his wife Patricia confronted him at gunpoint in their Houston home.
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Dry vegetation helped fuel fires that spread through the Los Angeles area in early January 2025.
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Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
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Nearly a week since wildfires first erupted in Los Angeles County, the scope of the disaster has become shockingly clear: At least 16 deaths, more than 12,000 homes and structures destroyed, and nearly 40,000 acres burned, with tens of thousands still under evacuation warnings. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports the latest.
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Nearly 7,000 firefighters are working to contain the spreading flames in Los Angeles County on Saturday, with no end in sight. Overnight, the Palisades Fire, the largest of the brush fires, grew by about 1,000 acres and prompted new evacuations in the Brentwood and Encino neighborhoods. Lilia Luciano reports.
On Saturday, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and L.A. Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley presented a united front at a press briefing, following reports the mayor had dismissed the chief over her complaints of insufficient resources. Tom Hanson reports.
Nearly a week since wildfires first erupted in Los Angeles County, the scope of the disaster has become shockingly clear: At least 16 deaths, more than 12,000 homes and structures destroyed, and nearly 40,000 acres burned, with tens of thousands still under evacuation warnings. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports the latest.
As chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase, the largest bank in America, Jamie Dimon has said he's "cautiously pessimistic" about the economy. He explains to "60 Minutes" correspondent Lesley Stahl how he is trying to improve the lives of lower-income Americans; why he's referred to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin as a Ponzi scheme; and his recent near-death experience.
With standout roles in "The Wire," "Death of a Salesman," "Selma," and the CBS drama "Elsbeth," Wendell Pierce is one of the most acclaimed actors today. He talks with correspondent Nancy Giles about his journey, from a childhood in New Orleans to tackling Shakespeare and Arthur Miller. And he discusses what gave him the most anxiety in his career: training at New York's esteemed Juilliard School.
The model, actress, activist and entrepreneur Brooke Shields talks with correspondent Faith Salie about turning 60; taking risks; confidence and the psychology of fame; and creating opportunities for herself. She also discusses her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old," and confronting the expectations that others have for women who are older.
As a child model and actress, Brooke Shields became a superstar, but not much more was expected of her than to look gorgeous. Now nearly 60, Shields was recently elected president of Actors' Equity, and launched Commence, her beauty brand for women over 40. She's also written her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old," which offers her thoughts on aging and on rejecting society's constricting expectations for more mature women. Correspondent Faith Salie reports.
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Now nearly 60, the model and actress was recently elected president of Actors' Equity, and launched Commence, her beauty brand for women over 40. She's also written her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old,"
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The first congestion pricing plan in the U.S. has begun, charging most drivers $9 a day to enter the lower half of Manhattan. The long-debated plan is projected to raise up to $800 million a year for the city's aging public transit system. Will it work?
The Wolf Moon will appear full for three days, starting Sunday evening and into Wednesday morning.
Andrea Pasinetti was out of town when he got the call when a wildfire broke out in Pacific Palisades, where his home and three dogs were. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti was reporting nearby.
Renard Spivey says he was trying to protect himself when he says his wife Patricia confronted him at gunpoint in their Houston home.
Jack Smith, the special counsel appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 to take over two investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, has resigned.
The first congestion pricing plan in the U.S. has begun, charging most drivers $9 a day to enter the lower half of Manhattan. The long-debated plan is projected to raise up to $800 million a year for the city's aging public transit system. Will it work?
The chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase explains why he's referred to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin as a Ponzi scheme; his bank's efforts to improve the lives of lower-income Americans; and his recent near-death experience.
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Jack Smith, the special counsel appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 to take over two investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, has resigned.
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The tremor was about five miles from Coalcoman de Vazquez Pallares, a municipality of around 20,000 people about 372 miles west of Mexico City.
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After analyzing the devices, the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board concluded that both the flight data and cockpit voice recorders stopped working about four minutes before the crash.
The model, actress, activist and entrepreneur Brooke Shields talks with correspondent Faith Salie about turning 60; taking risks; confidence and the psychology of fame; and creating opportunities for herself. She also discusses her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old," and confronting the expectations that others have for women who are older.
Now nearly 60, the model and actress was recently elected president of Actors' Equity, and launched Commence, her beauty brand for women over 40. She's also written her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old,"
As a child model and actress, Brooke Shields became a superstar, but not much more was expected of her than to look gorgeous. Now nearly 60, Shields was recently elected president of Actors' Equity, and launched Commence, her beauty brand for women over 40. She's also written her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old," which offers her thoughts on aging and on rejecting society's constricting expectations for more mature women. Correspondent Faith Salie reports.
With standout roles in "The Wire," "Death of a Salesman," and the CBS drama "Elsbeth," the acclaimed actor talks about his childhood in New Orleans, training at New York's Juilliard School, and tackling the character of Willy Loman.
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Deadly wildfires in Southern California remain mostly uncontained as of Friday evening. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office says at least 10 people have died. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Santa Monica on new fears that strong winds will persist.
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Renard Spivey says he was trying to protect himself when he says his wife Patricia confronted him at gunpoint in their Houston home.
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The model, actress, activist and entrepreneur Brooke Shields talks with correspondent Faith Salie about turning 60; taking risks; confidence and the psychology of fame; and creating opportunities for herself. She also discusses her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old," and confronting the expectations that others have for women who are older.
As a child model and actress, Brooke Shields became a superstar, but not much more was expected of her than to look gorgeous. Now nearly 60, Shields was recently elected president of Actors' Equity, and launched Commence, her beauty brand for women over 40. She's also written her fourth book, "Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old," which offers her thoughts on aging and on rejecting society's constricting expectations for more mature women. Correspondent Faith Salie reports.
When Clay Morton was a student at the University of Arkansas, he was greatly inspired by his geology professor, Dr. Walt Manger, who became a mentor and a guiding light as Morton pursued a career as a high school science teacher. Now, years later, after Manger was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Morton is striving to preserve as much of his former professor's brilliance as possible. Steve Hartman reports.
The first congestion pricing plan in the United States has begun in New York City, charging most drivers $9 a day to enter Midtown and Lower Manhattan at peak hours. The long-debated plan, which has garnered both supporters and detractors, is projected to raise between $500-800 million a year to pay for repairs and improvements of the city's aging public transit system. Will it work? Correspondent Mo Rocca reports.
With standout roles in "The Wire," "Death of a Salesman," "Selma," and the CBS drama "Elsbeth," Wendell Pierce is one of the most acclaimed actors today. He talks with correspondent Nancy Giles about his journey, from a childhood in New Orleans to tackling Shakespeare and Arthur Miller. And he discusses what gave him the most anxiety in his career: training at New York's esteemed Juilliard School.