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Atlantic season's first tropical storm, Alberto, takes aim at Mexico, Texas
The center of Tropical Storm Alberto was likely to reach the Mexican Gulf Coast early Thursday, bringing heavy rainfall to portions of Mexico and Texas.
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The center of Tropical Storm Alberto was likely to reach the Mexican Gulf Coast early Thursday, bringing heavy rainfall to portions of Mexico and Texas.
The warehouse site would store and move supplies during an emergency
The "Eye of the Storm" event brought in about 5,000 guests, who were there to learn about hurricane science and preparedness on the first day of hurricane season.
The National Hurricane Center held its annual media day and press briefing Friday
The weather team shares expert advice on how to prepare for a potential storm.
The full list of hurricane names for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season include Beryl, Joyce and Kirk.
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Here are the details on NOAA's forecast for this year.
The 2024 hurricane season is expected to be busier than average
Florida Power & Light conducted its annual mock hurricane drill this week
The annual National Hurricane Conference serves as a national forum for federal, state and local officials to exchange ideas and recommend new policies to improve emergency management.
Hurricane season is months away, but the waters where hurricanes roam haven't received the memo.
Researchers say five storms since 2013 had wind speeds that could categorize them as a Category 6 hurricane or cyclone — and that climate change will only make such intense storms more frequent.
The cone will place more emphasis on expected impacts by showing tropical storm and hurricane watches and warnings
The season ends with 20 named storms, seven went on to become hurricanes and three intensified into major hurricanes.
For a second consecutive hurricane season, Florida took a direct hit from a major storm
The center of Tammy will move near or over portions of the Leeward Islands on Friday night
It should strengthen into Tropical Storm Philippe today, but it currently poses no threats to the United States.
On the forecast track, Ophelia will approach the coast of North Carolina on Friday night
It is forecast to become Tropical Storm Ophelia in the next 24 hours as it moves to the north
Company said they pose a burn risk to users
Elsewhere across the Atlantic Ocean, we have Tropical Storm Margot and Tropical Depression 15.
Hurricane Lee is churning northward, whipping up rough seas in the Atlantic as watches and warnings are issued for parts of New England and Canada.
There is now very good agreement on Lee's turn and speed as it continues moving north, just off the East Coast.
Hurricane Lee expected to bring hazardous beach conditions around the western Atlantic through next week
It's still too early to tell where it will head early next week
At least three people were killed and six others injured when a driver crashed into a Manhattan park Thursday night during a July 4th celebration, authorities said.
His cousin spoke with CBS News Miami at the scene of the crash, saying he's still contemplating the devastation he and the family are feeling.
New York might have its July 4 hotdog-eating contest, but competitors in Key West gobbled much sweeter fare.
If the rule is approved, it would apply to 36 million workers outdoors and indoor who are exposed to heat nationwide.
Camp Simcha helped out 957 kids across the country last year, and they're expecting to help even more this year.
At least three people were killed and six others injured when a driver crashed into a Manhattan park Thursday night during a July 4th celebration, authorities said.
His cousin spoke with CBS News Miami at the scene of the crash, saying he's still contemplating the devastation he and the family are feeling.
New York might have its July 4 hotdog-eating contest, but competitors in Key West gobbled much sweeter fare.
If the rule is approved, it would apply to 36 million workers outdoors and indoor who are exposed to heat nationwide.
Camp Simcha helped out 957 kids across the country last year, and they're expecting to help even more this year.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
The president honored Philip Shadrach and George Wilson for their "gallantry and intrepidity" during the "Great Locomotive Chase" of 1862.
"Let me say this as clearly as I possibly can and as simply and straightforward as I can: I am running. I'm the nominee of the Democratic Party. No one's pushing me out," the president told campaign staffers.
Following debate, age factors in, and race shifts in Trump's direction after the first 2024 presidential debate.
A 19-year-old and the club where she worked as a stripper have sued Florida's attorney general.
President Biden met with Democratic governors on Wednesday amid concerns over his debate performance last week.
Jim DeFede interviews Democrat Joe Saunders, who now finds himself with a last-minute challenger, his aunt Maureen Saunders Scott, who is demanding to be on the ballot as Moe Saunders.
Jim DeFede discusses the cuts with former Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber and Michel Hausmann, the artistic director of Miami New Drama.
Jim DeFede devotes the entire half-hour to social media influencer Alex Otaola, who wants to be the next mayor of Miami-Dade County.
Jim DeFede talks with a Miami Herald reporter who was inside the courtroom and provides us with a first-hand account of exactly went on, where cameras were not allowed.
Jim DeFede talks to Jason Pizzo, who represents the district where the greatest flood impacts were felt this week: coastal Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Brominated vegetable oil will no longer be allowed in food and beverages in the U.S., 50 years after chemical banned in U.K.
Health officials have issued an alert in the Florida Keys after two people were confirmed to have dengue fever.
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
Save big on appliances from Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Frigidaire and more top brands now this Fourth of July.
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Choose the right hearing aid for you with this comprehensive guide.
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The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
One consumer reported suffering a dental injury after eating Trader Joe's Chicken, Lentil & Caramelized Onion Pilaf product.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo has set a new record and retained the women's division title.
A 19-year-old and the club where she worked as a stripper have sued Florida's attorney general.
All over Florida, arts groups are scrambling to plug large budget gaps after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unexpectedly vetoed $32 million in arts funding.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.