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'It's Unrecognizable': Some Lahaina Residents Return To Devastated Homes After Wildfires

CBS News A small group of Lahaina residents were allowed to return to what's left of their homes on Monday, seven weeks after devastating wildfires swept through their historic town and reduced much of it to ashes. For many, the return marked an opportunity to come to terms with the traumatic events that transpired.

Lahaina Residents, Business Owners To Start Getting Looks At Properties Destroyed In Wildfire

CBS News "It is just overwhelming to see the devastation, so part of our process is to support people and prepare them for what to experience," he said. "We don't want to traumatize or hurt anyone more than they've been hurt to date."

Biden Returns From Maui After Viewing Lahaina Wildfire Devastation

CBS News President Biden, who left for the Hawaiian island of Maui earlier this week, returned after meeting with survivors and disaster response officials.

Maui Emergency Chief Resigns Following Criticism Of Wildfire Response

CBS News The head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency resigned his post on Thursday in the wake of significant criticism for his agency's response to the Lahaina fire, which has claimed the lives of at least 111 people — the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century.

'We Ran Out Of Everything:' Maui Wildfire Survivors Say They Had To Fend For Themselves In Days After Blaze

CBS News Survivors of Lahaina's disastrous wildfire are describing what unfolded in the days after the deadly blaze, which left a charred moonscape in its wake and crippled critical services in the area. Some describe a rescue operation that never came as people suffered and waited.

Hawaii Works To Identify 99 Confirmed Dead After Maui Wildfires As Teams Intensify Search

Associated Press Crews using cadaver dogs have scoured about 25% of the search area, the police chief said Monday. Gov. Josh Green asked for patience and space to do the search properly as authorities became overwhelmed with requests to visit the burn area.

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Death Toll From Maui Wildfire Reaches 89, Making It The Deadliest In The U.S. In More Than 100 Years

CBS News The newly released figure surpassed the toll of the 2018 Camp Fire in northern California, which left 85 dead and destroyed the town of Paradies. A century earlier, the 1918 Cloquet Fire broke out in drought-stricken northern Minnesota and raced through a number of rural communities, destroying thousands of homes and killing hundreds.

Death Toll From Maui Wildfire Reaches 89, Making It The Deadliest In The U.S. In More Than 100 Years

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Cold front expected for Wednesday

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

Cold front expected for Wednesday

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

From dream to reality: Booker T. Washington senior wins first in 60-meter event at New Balance Nationals

Ryan Gillin A senior from Booker T. Washington High School has the fastest time in the nation in track and field's 60-meter event.

From dream to reality: Booker T. Washington senior wins first in 60-meter event at New Balance Nationals

Ryan Gillin A senior from Booker T. Washington High School has the fastest time in the nation in track and field's 60-meter event.

Wildfires: The hidden dangers of smoke on your lungs

MaKayla Glenn First responders are trained to minimize their exposure to the smoke, rotating crews and staying aware of wind shifts. However, the smoke’s impact is not limited to the immediate danger; it lingers, affecting lungs and breathing for days or even weeks.

Wildfires: The hidden dangers of smoke on your lungs

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Cold front expected for Wednesday

News On 6 A strong storm system is expected to move into the central U.S. late Monday night and early Tuesday morning, passing through the region by late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.

From dream to reality: Booker T. Washington senior wins first in 60-meter event at New Balance Nationals

Ryan Gillin A senior from Booker T. Washington High School has the fastest time in the nation in track and field's 60-meter event.

Wildfires: The hidden dangers of smoke on your lungs

'It is a real survivor:' OKPOP adding to its collection as it continues to raise funds to open

Chloe Abbott OKPOP says it's raised almost $9 million toward the $18 million it needs to ensure the museum opens. But in the meantime, employees are still building the museum by adding new pieces to the collection from the former owner of Cain's Ballroom.

Hope in a bagpiper’s melody amid the ashes of the Stillwater wildfire

Katie Eastman Scott McKinley lost his home in a wildfire, but despite the devastation, he chooses to play the bagpipes as a form of healing and joy.

Key Takeaways: Phone call between President Trump and Vladimir Putin

Alex Cameron Key Takeaways from Tuesday’s phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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'It's Unrecognizable': Some Lahaina Residents Return To Devastated Homes After Wildfires

Lahaina Residents, Business Owners To Start Getting Looks At Properties Destroyed In Wildfire

Biden Returns From Maui After Viewing Lahaina Wildfire Devastation

Maui Emergency Chief Resigns Following Criticism Of Wildfire Response

'We Ran Out Of Everything:' Maui Wildfire Survivors Say They Had To Fend For Themselves In Days After Blaze

Hawaii Works To Identify 99 Confirmed Dead After Maui Wildfires As Teams Intensify Search

Death Toll From Maui Wildfire Reaches 89, Making It The Deadliest In The U.S. In More Than 100 Years

Death Toll From Maui Wildfire Reaches 89, Making It The Deadliest In The U.S. In More Than 100 Years

At Least 67 People Dead From Maui Wildfires

At Least 67 People Dead From Maui Wildfires

At Least 6 Killed On Hawaii's Maui Island As Fires Force People To Flee Flames

At Least 6 Killed On Hawaii's Maui Island As Fires Force People To Flee Flames

Arcobello Extends Point Streak As Barons Win

Arcobello Extends Point Streak As Barons Win

Barons Fall In Utica

Barons Fall In Utica

Barons Fall To Grand Rapids In Game 4

Barons Fall To Grand Rapids In Game 4

Barons Grab Series Lead With 4-1 Game Three Win

Barons Grab Series Lead With 4-1 Game Three Win

Barons Shut Out Texas To Take Series Lead

Barons Shut Out Texas To Take Series Lead

Barons Fall In Game 2

Barons Fall In Game 2

Barons Trounce Charlotte To Force Game 5

Barons Trounce Charlotte To Force Game 5

Barons Score Five Unanswered To Whip Charlotte

Barons Score Five Unanswered To Whip Charlotte

Charlotte Tops Barons In Overtime

Charlotte Tops Barons In Overtime

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Cold front expected for Wednesday

Cold front expected for Wednesday

From dream to reality: Booker T. Washington senior wins first in 60-meter event at New Balance Nationals

From dream to reality: Booker T. Washington senior wins first in 60-meter event at New Balance Nationals

Wildfires: The hidden dangers of smoke on your lungs

Wildfires: The hidden dangers of smoke on your lungs

Top Headlines

Cold front expected for Wednesday

From dream to reality: Booker T. Washington senior wins first in 60-meter event at New Balance Nationals

Wildfires: The hidden dangers of smoke on your lungs

'It is a real survivor:' OKPOP adding to its collection as it continues to raise funds to open

Hope in a bagpiper’s melody amid the ashes of the Stillwater wildfire

Key Takeaways: Phone call between President Trump and Vladimir Putin