CDC report shows rise in teen COVID hospitalizations
The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging parents to get their teenagers to get vaccinated against COVID-19 amid a spike in hospitalizations. Mola Lenghi has more.
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Moderna seeks full FDA approval for vaccine
Modern has applied for full FDA approval of its COVID-19 vaccine. That would allow it to market the shots directly to consumers. Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN to explain the likely impact as well as new research on potential booster shots and side effects.
CDC investigating heart inflammation among vaccinated adololescents
The CDC is investigating some rare cases of heart inflammation among vaccinated teens and young adults. The complications were more common in males than in females, and showed up about four days after a second dose of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines. Lilia Luciano reports.
6-month-olds now in COVID-19 vaccine trials
Researchers are studying COVID-19 vaccinations in kids as young as 6 months old. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas spoke to a family who says they were eager for the opportunity to vaccinate their 3-year-old and 8-month-old and are encouraging others to sign up.
Doctor on mask advice, possible booster shots
The number of new COVID-19 cases in the U.S. fell below 30,000 for the fifth straight day on Thursday as more people get vaccinated. Dr. Bob Lahita joined CBSN to discuss whether a potential booster shot may be needed by the fall.
Nearly 60% of U.S. adults are partially vaccinated
President Biden said new data shows nearly 60% of American adults are partially vaccinated. Plus, for the first time since the pandemic began, coronavirus cases are dropping in all 50 states. This all comes as many people are wondering whether it is actually safe to take off your mask. Dr. Jessica Shepherd, the chief medical officer at Verywell Health, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
U.S. races to vaccinate teens after CDC endorsement
While some parents are hesitant to have their kids get the COVID-19 vaccine, others couldn’t wait to get their kids in line. Mola Lenghi shares more.
How COVID conspiracy theories spread online
The Pan American Health Organization warned the misinformation spreading online about the coronavirus pandemic is fueling vaccine hesitancy. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joined "CBSN AM" to discuss how conspiracy theories reach millions of people and why they are so hard to stomp out.
CDC recommends Pfizer vaccine for kids 12 and older
The CDC is recommending Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to children as young as 12. As CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian explains, some hospitals began administering shots to the younger age group prior to the recommendation. Dr. Stanley Perlman, a professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Iowa and a pediatric infectious diseases physician, shares his analysis.
CDC recommends Pfizer's COVID vaccine for kids 12 and up
Many adolescents could get their first doses within the coming days.
Pfizer says its vaccine is 100% effective in adolescents
Children as young as 12 could start receiving the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine as soon as Thursday if a CDC advisory panel gives the green light. Janet Shamlian shares more.
Biden combats slowing COVID vaccination pace
President Biden on Tuesday held a meeting with governors to discuss new efforts to combat dwindling vaccine demand as officials prepare to vaccinate millions of adolescents. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
Pfizer vaccine authorized for kids 12+
The FDA authorized Pfizer's vaccine for emergency use in adolescents between the ages of 12 and 15. The vaccine was found to be 100% effective in that age group. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud reports, and CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with Alonzo Plough, the chief science officer at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, about what this means for families.
FDA authorizes Pfizer vaccine for some kids
Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine trial of more than 2,200 volunteers ages 12 to 15 showed zero COVID-19 cases among those who were fully vaccinated. CBS News spoke to one teen who was a part of the trial who says, "it's just worth it in every way you look at it." Davd Begnaud reports.
Pfizer vaccine could be available for ages 2 and up by fall
The drugmaker is also conducting clinical trials on their vaccine for babies aged 6 months and older.
Pfizer executive on FDA emergency authorization
Nearly 17 million people will soon become eligible to get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine after the FDA authorized its use for children 12 to 15. Dr. William Gruber, Pfizer's Senior Vice President of Vaccine Clinical Research and Development, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss vaccine safety and other trials Pfizer is conducting.
Emergency use granted for Pfizer vaccine for kids aged 12-15
An analysis that included 1,005 vaccine participants in this age group found the vaccine was 100% effective in preventing COVID-19.
Distracted nurse gives woman 6 doses of COVID vaccine in one shot
Italian hospital apologizes for lapse on a busy day, but says the young woman has shown no adverse reaction to the overdose of the Pfizer vaccine.
A third of people in the U.S. are fully vaccinated
A third of the U.S. population is now fully vaccinated against the coronavirus. But the pace of inoculations is slowing, forcing public health officials to shift their approach. As Janet Shamlian shows us, there are new efforts to expand vaccine access and eligibility. Then, pediatrician Dr. Suzette Oyeku from the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore joins CBSN's Lana Zak with her analysis.
Pfizer seeks full approval for COVID vaccine
Pfizer has announced that it is officially seeking full Food and Drug Administration approval for its coronavirus vaccine, the first of the three U.S.-approved COVID vaccines being administered under emergency authorization. This as new infections appear to be on the decline, as is demand for vaccines. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Pfizer asks FDA for full approval of COVID vaccine
Pfizer is asking the Food and Drug Administration for full approval of its vaccine for people 16 and older. Janet Shamlian has more.
Pfizer seeks full FDA approval for COVID-19 vaccine
Pfizer is asking the Food and Drug Administration for full approval of its vaccine for people 16 and older.
Pfizer seeks full FDA approval for COVID vaccine
Pfizer and BioNTech have formally begun the application process to get full approval for their COVID-19 vaccine from the Food and Drug Administration. It would be the first coronavirus vaccine in the U.S. to move past the emergency use stage. Dr. Bob Lahita, director of the Institute for Autoimmune and Rheumatic Diseases at St. Joseph Health, joined CBSN to discuss this and other developments in the fight against the pandemic.
U.S. COVID cases predicted to decline
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky says the U.S. could see a "sharp decline" in new COVID-19 cases by July, as long as people continue to wear masks and get vaccinated. Meanwhile, the Biden administration says it will support the temporary waiver of patent rights to allow developing nations to produce vaccines. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM to discuss.
New data shows Moderna and Pfizer effectiveness
New data shows both the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines have promising results against COVID-19 variants. John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero for more on the efficacy of COVID vaccines.
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Iran, Israel voice caveats on deal ahead of expected signing ceremony
Senior U.S. officials say President Trump and Iran's top negotiator have already remotely signed a memorandum of understanding ahead of an expected signing ceremony.
Newsom says Justice Department is investigating him and his wife
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
3,600 stock trades in 3 months: Breaking down Trump's flurry of investments
President Trump's investment accounts traded between $212 million and $695 million in stocks and other securities in the first three months of the year — an unprecedented sum for a sitting president.
Referee denied entry into U.S. was talking to "very bad people," official says
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force and the son of former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, said he stood by the U.S.'s decision to reject Omar Artan.
Supreme Court won't take up 98-year-old judge's bid to hear cases again
Judge Pauline Newman, who served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, has been suspended from hearing cases because of concerns about her fitness to serve.
U.S. Air Force B-52 crashes after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base
Emergency crews responded to the scene, with the situation "ongoing," according to Edwards Air Force Base.
Vance denies that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" in deal
Vice President JD Vance denied that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" as part of a the U.S.-Iran deal that was announced Sunday and is set to be signed later this week.
Russian priest known as Putin's "confessor" hit by EU sanctions
Last year, Russia's FSB security service said it thwarted a Ukrainian-ordered plot to kill the priest.
Explore Trump's 3,600 stock trades from the first 3 months of 2026
View the companies and sectors the president's investment accounts bought and sold.
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Newsom says Justice Department is investigating him and his wife
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
Why a cosmetics empire co-founder became a Catholic priest
Scott Vincent Borba was an accomplished business leader, making millions after he co-founded e.l.f. Cosmetics. Then he left everything behind to become a Catholic priest.
Skydivers on plane that crashed "didn't have time to jump," witness says
Eleven skydivers and the pilot were killed in a plane crash in Missouri shortly after takeoff on Sunday.
Trump in G7 summit in France as he touts signing of Iran memorandum
President Trump is in France for the annual G7 summit, as the world awaits a signing of a deal with Iran.
Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
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Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
The number of metropolitan areas around the country with basic homes worth at least $1 million has tripled since 2020.
Oil prices sink, stocks soar after Trump announces deal with Iran
Markets rally on expectations that the agreement will ease global energy supply concerns, though analysts warn gas prices may remain elevated for some time.
Fox to acquire Roku in $22 billion deal
Fox said it will buy Roku for $160 per share in a cash-and-stock deal that it expects to complete in the first half of 2027.
3,600 stock trades in 3 months: Breaking down Trump's flurry of investments
President Trump's investment accounts traded between $212 million and $695 million in stocks and other securities in the first three months of the year — an unprecedented sum for a sitting president.
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Newsom says Justice Department is investigating him and his wife
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
Trump in G7 summit in France as he touts signing of Iran memorandum
President Trump is in France for the annual G7 summit, as the world awaits a signing of a deal with Iran.
Vance denies that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" in deal
Vice President JD Vance denied that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" as part of the U.S.-Iran deal that was announced Sunday and is set to be signed later this week.
Supreme Court rejects Carter Page's effort to revive suit over FBI surveillance
The Trump administration and Carter Page reached a $1.25 million settlement only of his claims against the federal government in April.
Supreme Court rejects case over school club's "Defund Planned Parenthood" signs
The dispute rejected by the Supreme Court involved the scope of students' free speech rights and schools' ability to restrict expression that could be viewed as reflecting their endorsement.
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They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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In Japan, life lessons in healthy eating
In the U.S. the percentage of obese adults is about ten times what it is in Japan. What differentiates the Japanese diet, and how are schools making it their mission to give Japanese children a taste of a healthy life?
Her Stage IV cancer had no symptoms. Innovative surgery saved her life.
A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.
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Russian priest known as Putin's "confessor" hit by EU sanctions
Last year, Russia's FSB security service said it thwarted a Ukrainian-ordered plot to kill the priest.
"Spider-Man" climber dies in 400-foot fall into volcanic crater
A free climber dubbed the "Spider-Man of Yemen" died after falling almost 400 feet into a volcanic crater.
U.S. citizen arrested over alleged child sexual abuse in Colombia
Three children were found by authorities when they entered the suspect's apartment and were taken to a medical center to be evaluated, officials said.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
Norway crown princess's son sentenced to 4 years in prison for rape
Marius Borg Hoiby, the eldest son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison.
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Billy Porter on "La Cage Aux Folles"
Billy Porter speaks with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the off-Broadway revival of the musical "La Cage Aux Folles," working with Wayne Brady and recent health issues.
America's Block Party to celebrate July 4th with benefit concert
America's Block Party will celebrate the nation's 250th birthday this Fourth of July with a benefit concert in Los Angeles and events in local communities around the country.
Singer Oliver Tree among 6 killed in helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
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Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
Soccer art made from gum wrappers
Artist Lyndon J. Barrois Sr. painstakingly sculpts art depicting soccer players. His medium of choice? The humble chewing gum wrapper. Correspondent Luke Burbank talks with Barrois about his Los Angeles exhibit, "Fútbol Is Life: Animated Sportraits," which captures iconic moments from nearly 100 years of the World Cup in tiny pieces of paper and foil.
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Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Prediction market traders face long odds
Prediction market platforms give fans the chance to make money on anything from predicting where Taylor Swift will get married to major sports. But a recent study found the top 1% of traders on Polymarket capture more than three-quarters of all gains. Jo Ling Kent spoke with a prediction market trader who wrote an AI-powered computer program to help him win big.
As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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U.S. citizen arrested over alleged child sexual abuse in Colombia
Three children were found by authorities when they entered the suspect's apartment and were taken to a medical center to be evaluated, officials said.
Man caught with 150 live venomous scorpions at airport
Police released an image of the venomous scorpions, which appear to be individually wrapped in plastic.
Woman dies after being thrown from bridge without safety cord
In videos of the accident circulating online, two men launch the woman off Skeleton Bridge, while onlookers realize there is no safety mechanism attached.
How an Iowa woman became a key witness in her own murder
The last words spoken by Angela Prichard, 55, an Iowa wife and mother who called 911 to report she was in danger, was the first clue investigators had to identify her killer.
Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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The New York Knicks broke the record for highest point differential in playoff history during their run to the 2026 NBA Championship. Mike Vorkunov, national NBA and basketball business reporter for The Athletic, joins CBS News to discuss this team's place in NBA history.
Iran deal latest as Israel, Hezbollah fight
Israel's proxy war with Hezbollah in Lebanon continues while the U.S. looks to close a deal with Iran. While President Trump has said little about the exact terms of the U.S.-Iran deal, Iran says the deal would end hostilities on all fronts, including in Lebanon. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Latest on Missouri skydiving plane crash
A skydiving plane crash south of Kansas City, Missouri, killed 12 people, including the pilot, authorities said. CBS News' Lana Zak has more.
Latest on U.S.-Iran deal
President Trump said Monday that the terms of the U.S.-Iran deal will be released "sometime after Friday" as U.S. officials said the agreement had been signed electronically by both sides. CBS News' Aaron MacLean and Taurean Small have more.
Trump speaks with Zelenskyy, Putin
President Trump spoke separately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday, while the countries continue trading strikes. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry has more.