Wildfires in the American West turned deadly over the weekend, killing three elite federal firefighters. Thousands of others are deploying in response to nearly 100 fires, the largest one in Utah, where the governor says the Cottonwood Fire could be the most destructive in that state's history. Jonah Kaplan reports and Rob Marciano has a look at the forecast.
Us News
High winds and temps continue to fuel major wildfire in Utah
Wildfires in the American West turned deadly over the weekend, killing three elite federal firefighters. Thousands of others are deploying in response to nearly 100 fires, the largest one in Utah, where the governor says the Cottonwood Fire could be the most destructive in that state's history. Jona
Published June 30, 2026, 12:40 AM
Updated June 30, 2026, 1:42 AM2.5K
Related Stories
Us News
Chinese billionaire Guo Wengui gets 30 years in U.S. prison for fraud conviction
Guo said he came to the U.S. to destroy the Chinese Communist Party. But the judge said he instead diverted investor money to live lavishly.
33 minutes ago
Continue reading ›
Us News
CBS crew attacked by multiple men near Chicago museum, suspects arrested: police
A CBS News Chicago reporter and photographer were allegedly attacked near Adler Planetarium as suspects shouted racial slurs and damaged equipment.
41 minutes ago
Continue reading ›
Us News
Helicopter reports drone encounter near JFK hours after JetBlue's possible drone strike
A helicopter pilot reported a remote-control airplane near JFK International Airport, marking the second possible drone encounter in a single day.
about 1 hour ago
Continue reading ›