Peak hurricane season is approaching, and the National Weather Service is operating with a less experienced workforce and gaps in some data that forecasters rely on. Last year, the government agency eliminated about 15% of its workforce as part of the Trump administration’s sweeping job cuts. Environmental policy expert Tracy Wholf joins “The Daily Report” … Read more
The National Weather Service is hiring to fill hundreds of predominantly entry-level positions, more than a year after losing about 15% of its staff due to sweeping job cuts and buyouts ordered by the Trump administration. Veteran meteorologists are cautiously optimistic about how an influx of workers could benefit the agency as storm season gets … Read more
Prices at the pump are still elevated, but pressure is easing, leaving more money to spend on road-trip fun. Source link
This summer tick season is expected to be worse than usual. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 across most of the country. “It’s definitely concerning to see new ticks in new areas and then diseases that follow,” said Rebecca Osborn, an … Read more
After eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James is switching up his jersey again, opting to change teams for his 24th season. Mike Vorkunov, national NBA and basketball business reporter for The Athletic, joins to discuss. Source link
LeBron James, widely considered to be one of the greatest players in NBA history, will leave the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of the 2026-2027 season, the Lakers confirmed. The 41-year-old spent eight seasons on the team and led the franchise to its 17th NBA championship during the pandemic-altered 2019-2020 season. In a statement, Lakers governor … Read more
WASHINGTON — The IRS did better than expected getting refunds out to taxpayers during the 2026 tax season despite massive cuts to its workforce — but the national taxpayer advocate says taxpayers who needed human help were left behind. “Taxpayers who required assistance from the IRS often struggled to get it,” said Erin M. Collins, … Read more
U.S. drivers are feeling less pain at the pump than in recent months. But for many, it’s tough to feel a change. Max Darrow has more. Source link
Olivia Cooke on the new season of “House of the Dragon” – CBS News Watch CBS News The third season of HBO’s “House of the Dragon” is set to premiere Sunday. “CBS Saturday Morning” sat down with Olivia Cooke to discuss the new season of the “Game of Thrones” prequel. Source link
Tropical Storm Arthur formed on Wednesday off the Gulf Coast of Texas and drenched parts of the state as it strengthened. Arthur also caused flooding in parts of Louisiana. Jason Allen has more. Source link