Efforts underway to hunt invasive Burmese pythons in Florida
Predators are becoming prey in the Florida Everglades as hundreds of hunters descend on the Sunshine State in an effort to catch and kill as many Burmese pythons as possible. The invasive species has wreaked havoc on the Everglades’ ecosystem. While it can feel like a losing battle, biologists say they aren’t giving up on […]
Viral lobsterman documents Maine’s lobster season
It’s the height of lobster season in Maine, and one lobsterman is providing a unique look into the process of trapping the crustaceans. Jacob Knowles has become a social media sensation on TikTok, and now, he’s inviting “CBS Saturday Mornings” to join him for a day on the water to learn the secret of his […]
Is a popular food company “greenwashing” its advertisements?
Extreme floods and droughts driven by climate change pose a real threat to the future of agriculture. One food company has rolled out advertisements about how it’s helping fix the problem — but experts say the messages may be misleading.
Eye Opener: 3 dead after knife attack at German festival
Three people are dead and four others seriously hurt after a knife attack at a festival in Germany. Meanwhile, the Taliban is enacting more harsh restrictions on women in Afghanistan. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Homicide detectives investigating fatal shooting in north St. Louis
ST. LOUIS – A man is dead after a shooting in north St. Louis. Police responded to Ruskin Avenue off Lillian in the Walnut Park East neighborhood just before 2 a.m. Homicide detectives are investigating. If you have any information call Crimestoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477) or the homicide division directly. There have been more than […]
Man critically injured in shooting in St. Louis’ West End
ST. LOUIS – A man is critically injured in a shooting in the West End. Police say the shooting happened on Cates Avenue between Goodfellow and Clara Avenue just after 3 a.m. The extent of that man’s injuries is unclear. Police are investigating this shooting.
Pedestrian injured after being hit by car in north St. Louis
ST. LOUIS – A person is injured after being hit by a car in north St. Louis city. Police report that a man was struck by a car at the corner of Belt and Natural Bridge Avenues around 4:30 a.m. Saturday. Police say the car involved took off. If you have any information for police […]
Fundraiser set for Ferguson officer with traumatic brain injury
ST. LOUIS – A fundraiser is happening Saturday to benefit a Ferguson police officer who is still in the hospital with a traumatic brain injury. The Drink House STL on Page Avenue is hosting the benefit for Travis Brown. The 36-year-old officer was knocked to the ground during a protest ten years to the date […]
Houston’s plastic waste piles up waiting for “advanced” recycling
Houston seeks to be a national model for plastic recycling. But a program that started in 2022 hasn’t yet found its footing.
The Uplift: Dwyane Wade and more
Dwyane Wade talks about his new ventures, inspired by his daughters. David Begnaud catches up with Judge Frank Caprio, who always leads with compassion and empathy, despite going through his own personal struggle. Plus, more heartwarming news.
