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High-stakes governor's race in Virginia is just a week away
In what could be a referendum on President Biden's agenda and popularity, Virginians are headed to the polls next week to elect a new governor. Independents will be a key factor in this race. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Biden and Dems moving toward deal on social spending
Democrats say they’re making progress toward making a deal on President Biden’s “Build Back Better” plan. Democrats are reworking parts of the plan, including possibly dropping Medicare coverage for dental work and replacing it with an $800 voucher.
Facebook under fire after new documents leaked
Former Facebook employees claim the company puts profits over people. News outlets reviewed thousands of pages of internal documents suggesting Facebook knew its platform could fuel hate, but did little to stop it. Laurie Segall has more.
Moderna says vaccine is safe for kids 6 to 11
On Tuesday, an FDA advisory committee is meeting on whether to green light Pfizer's lower-dose vaccine for kids 5 to 11 years old. And there's the possibility of another vaccine for young children. Meg Oliver has the details.
Director details moments before movie set shooting
The investigation into the deadly accident on the "Rust" movie set is focusing on crew members responsible for the prop gun that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Omar Villafranca has the latest.
2 dead, 4 injured in shooting at Idaho mall
At least two people were killed and four were injured following a shooting at a mall in Boise, the city's police department said Monday. The suspected shooter is in custody. Carter Evans has the details.
Nor'easter prompts flash-flood advisories
More than a dozen tornadoes were reported in the Midwest, including an EF-3 storm that hit Fredericktown, Missouri. CBS New York's Lonnie Quinn has more on the forecast and where the weather is headed.
Bomb cyclone lashes West Coast
The San Francisco Bay Area is recovering from what’s being called the strongest storm to hit the region in more than 25 years. Record rain, howling winds and mudslides caused widespread damage from southern California to the Pacific Northwest. David Begnaud reports.
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2 dead and 4 injured after shooting at Boise mall
Police said they responded to reports of shots fired at the Boise Towne Square Mall on Monday afternoon.
Virginia's governor's race remains close
The race could be a referendum on President Biden's agenda and popularity.
Biden says meeting with Manchin on social spending bill "went well"
Democrats are working to reach consensus on a framework for Mr. Biden's domestic policy agenda.
Facebook's new biz plan? Find young people in the metaverse
Mark Zuckerberg says the social media company wants to make serving young adults "our North Star."
A record amount of Americans are quitting their jobs due to pandemic burnout
Millions of Americans have quit their jobs due to pandemic burnout. Many have started their own companies.
Dads spend time in Louisiana school to curb violence among students
After a violent week of fighting in school at Southwood High School, a group of dads decided to take matters into their own hands.
Afghan girls determined to return to school
Since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan, schools have been off-limits to most older girls. But women continue to rally for education for all.
Stars and film industry pros react to shooting on "Rust" set
"We spoke when she was headed to shoot ["Rust"]," director Sidra Smith wrote. "It's hard out here for women cinematographers and this was a HUGE opportunity for her. She was so young and so talented."
Supreme Court leaves Texas abortion ban in place, agrees to take up over law
The court will hear oral arguments November 1.
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Moderna says vaccine is safe for kids 6 to 11
On Tuesday, an FDA advisory committee is meeting on whether to green light Pfizer's lower-dose vaccine for kids 5 to 11 years old. And there's the possibility of another vaccine for young children. Meg Oliver has the details.
FDA expected to approve COVID vaccine for kids
Dr. Anthony Fauci said COVID-19 vaccines for children between ages 5 and 11 will likely be available in the first half of November. Mark Strassmann reports.
Pfizer says vaccine is 90.7% effective in kids
More than 70 million Americans are eligible for COVID-19 booster shots. The number of Americans getting boosters each day is now more than double the number getting their first shots. And there's important news tonight on Pfizer's dose for young children. Meg Oliver reports.
CDC panel approves Moderna and J&J boosters
A CDC advisory panel is recommending booster doses of both Moderna's and Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccines. Now CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky will decide whether to accept or revise the committee's recommendations. Meg Oliver has more.
FDA authorizes Moderna, J&J vaccine boosters
The FDA issued emergency use authorization for two more COVID-19 vaccine booster shots. Select groups are now eligible for a Moderna booster, while any adult who received the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine is eligible for another shot. Nikki Battiste has the details.
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Dads spend time in Louisiana school to curb violence among students
After a violent week of fighting in school at Southwood High School, a group of dads decided to take matters into their own hands.
This retired FBI boss who became a school bus driver amid shortage
Mike Mason wanted to be useful in retirement, so he applied to be a school bus driver to help alleviate a shortage.
Yard sale funds random acts of kindness
Flowers on veterans' graves, donuts for nurses and a beach party for dementia patients are just some of the random acts of kindness.
She prayed while caught in a flash flood. Marines arrived to save her.
A minute after she prayed, a group of Marines seemed to appear out of nowhere.
Woman aptly named Angel Flood helps linemen restoring power in Louisiana
Volunteers have stepped up to offer meals and laundry services to linemen who are helping restore power.
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CDC panel approves Moderna and Johnson & Johnson boosters; Georgia ER nurse's proposal goes viral
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Military has failed to address domestic violence, survivors say
Roughly 100,000 incidents of domestic abuse have been reported to the military since 2015, a two-year investigation by CBS News found.
Air Force failed to address domestic violence, survivor says
Emily Brearley says the military didn't keep her safe — they promoted her partner instead.
Domestic abuse survivors say they couldn't get help despite Pentagon program
The lack of support for survivors is a story CBS News heard repeatedly during its two-year investigation into domestic violence in the military.
Military's domestic violence crisis compounded after 20 years of war
Captain Tony Hosein, a former Army attorney, said there was a cycle of deployment, post-traumatic stress disorder, alcohol abuse, then domestic abuse.
Fighter pilots recall mission to take down Flight 93 on 9/11
Two fighter pilots scrambled into their F-16s on 9/11, knowing that it might be their last mission.
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Norah O'Donnell
Norah O'Donnell is the anchor and managing editor of the "CBS Evening News," anchor of CBS News Election Specials, including primary, debate and election nights, and a "60 Minutes" contributing correspondent. Previously, O'Donnell was co-host of "CBS This Morning" and a contributor to "60 Minutes." O'Donnell joined "CBS This Morning" in July 2012. Prior to that, she served as CBS News' chief White House correspondent.
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Nor'easter drenches East Coast as bomb cyclone lashes the West
Flash flood watches are in effect for more than 31 million people.
New York City police union sues city over COVID vaccine mandate
The union is asking the court to halt the vaccine mandate ahead of Friday's deadline.
Democrats rush to reach deal on social spending plan before Biden trip
"The alternative to what is being negotiated is not the original package, it is nothing," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Tuesday.
Dave Chappelle willing to speak to transgender community
"To the transgender community, I am more than willing to give you an audience, but you will not summon me. I am not bending to anybody's demands," Chappelle said.
Rules broken if "Rust" assistant director handled gun, armorer says
Dutch Merrick, an armorer and prop master with 25 years of experience, says industry regulations on firearms are supposed to keep sets safe.
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Democrats rush to reach deal on social spending plan before Biden trip
"The alternative to what is being negotiated is not the original package, it is nothing," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Tuesday.
Iran believed to be responsible for attack on U.S. base in Syria
Last week, five drones were launched from within Syria at al-Tanf, where approximately 200 U.S. troops are located.
Virginia's governor's race remains close
The race could be a referendum on President Biden's agenda and popularity.
White House rejects more Trump claims of executive privilege
"President Biden has determined that an assertion of executive privilege is not in the best interests of the United States, and therefore is not justified," White House counsel Dana Remus wrote in a letter.
CBP agents cited for "misconduct" in Facebook posts were largely allowed to keep jobs
A report released Monday the House Oversight and Reform Committee found a "number of failings at CBP, including an inconsistent disciplinary process."
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New York City police union sues city over COVID vaccine mandate
The union is asking the court to halt the vaccine mandate ahead of Friday's deadline.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Can I get a booster shot? Latest guidelines for COVID-19 vaccines
The CDC recently recommended additional doses for millions of Americans, including all adults who were first vaccinated with Johnson & Johnson's shot.
Vaccine deadline looms for L.A. school district student athletes
High school schools in the district will pull unvaccinated teens from their favorite sport or after-school activity if they are not vaccinated.
FDA advisers meet on Pfizer's COVID vaccine for kids 5 to 11
The CDC must also weigh in before younger children can be vaccinated.
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On the table for Thanksgiving this year? Higher food prices
For Turkey Day, expect increased food and energy costs to take a bigger bite out of your pocketbook.
For evidence of inflation, look no further than kids' shoes
Tariffs and supply-chain woes have driven up children's shoe prices to their highest level in 70 years, group says.
Facebook internal documents show execs knew platform spread misinformation and failed to act
A consortium of 17 U.S news organizations, including CBS News, has reviewed the redacted versions of the documents received by Congress.
Why many Black employees don't want to return to the office
For people of color, working from home can offer a refuge from racial slights and a welcome relief from "code-switching."
3 states lead the U.S. in workers quitting jobs
Workers are joining the "Great Resignation" due to burnout, COVID-19 anxiety and a search for higher wages, experts say.
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Man kills 7 in stabbing rampage and jumps off bridge, police say
A man killed seven people in China, including a village Communist Party chief, before jumping off a bridge, police said.
Police apologize to family of slain sisters for response to crime
The mother of the women said police actions suggested signs of "racial profiling, misogyny or classism."
Pablo Escobar's "cocaine hippos" are legally people, U.S. judge rules
The case involves a lawsuit over whether to kill or sterilize the hippos whose numbers are growing at a fast pace and pose a threat to biodiversity.
Japan's Princess Mako weds, then goes on TV to defend the marriage
Her new husband's family became tabloid fodder almost as soon as she announced her decision to marry him. She calls him "irreplaceable."
Worldwide sting of "dark web" nets 150 suspects
Europol says they were buying or selling illegal goods and almost half were in the U.S. The agency calls "Operation DarkHunTOR "one of the biggest operations of its kind.
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Dave Chappelle willing to speak to transgender community
"To the transgender community, I am more than willing to give you an audience, but you will not summon me. I am not bending to anybody's demands," Chappelle said.
Ava DuVernay on Colin Kaepernick's story
Filmmaker Ava DuVernay co-created Netflix's "Colin in Black and White" with former NFL player Colin Kaepernick. It follows Kaepernick's teen years growing up as an adopted child of White parents and puts a societal lens on the issues of race, class and identity. She joins “CBS Mornings” to discusses how the show tackles those issues.
Alan Cumming on his new memoir, "Baggage"
Alan Cumming speaks with Anthony Mason about his new memoir, "Baggage: Tales from a Fully Packed Life," which details his wide-ranging career in Hollywood. He tells Mason how his work on the stage and the screen "saved" him, as he navigated divorce, a nervous breakdown at 28, and worked through trauma from his childhood.
Brandon Lee's sister on "Rust" shooting
Court filings show Alec Baldwin was given "cold gun" before fatal shooting. Entertainment industry expert says Halyna Hutchins death could have been prevented. Omar Villafranca reports.
Britney Spears: My family hurt me "deeper than you'll ever know"
Pop star takes to Instagram to address their "humiliating" behavior and says she's "tired of being this understanding Mother Teresa."
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Senators grill social media companies
The Senate Consumer Protection Subcommittee is questioning leaders from several social media companies over the impact their platforms have on young users. Executives from Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube testified about algorithms, safety and efforts to protect mental health. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson has more.
Facebook's new biz plan? Find young people in the metaverse
Mark Zuckerberg says the social media company wants to make serving young adults "our North Star."
Details of leaked "Facebook papers"
Thousands of pages of internal Facebook documents shared with journalists around the world are shedding light on the platform's approach to misinformation, hate speech and research on algorithms on users' news feeds. CBS News' Laurie Segall reports on CEO Mark Zuckerberg's response. Then, CBS News' technology and politics reporter Musadiq Bidar joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to explain the details of these documents and how Facebook's algorithms work.
Donald Trump NFT on sale for 240 ethereum
Non-fungible token depicting Trump years before his term in the White House will set you back just over $1 million.
Microsoft says Russia-backed hackers are attacking cloud services
Tech giant said it informed 609 customers they had been attacked 22,868 times by hacker group it calls Nobelium.
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Kids could get Pfizer COVID vaccine soon
A Food and Drug Administration advisory committee is meeting Tuesday to consider endorsing Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11. Dr. Mark Kline, chief physician at New Orleans Children's Hospital, spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what's next.
North Atlantic right whale population hits nearly 20-year low
One of the world's most endangered large whale species continues to face declining populations as climate change and humans are "driving this species toward extinction," researchers say.
Extreme weather takes aim from coast to coast
These storm systems have amazed meteorologists and, not surprisingly, are consistent with what climate scientists expect from a warming planet.
What a pediatrician says about the COVID vaccine for kids
Former acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser, pediatrician and president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, weighs in on vaccines for children age 5 to 11.
What to know about COP26 ahead of global climate summit
Experts say the world still has a narrow window of opportunity to act – and crucial global summit is coming up.
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Police apologize to family of slain sisters for response to crime
The mother of the women said police actions suggested signs of "racial profiling, misogyny or classism."
Survivors recount deadly Idaho mall shooting: "We've got to run"
Two people were killed and four injured - including an officer - at the Boise Towne Square shopping mall, authorities said.
TikTok star pleads not guilty to killing wife and man in San Diego
Prosecutors said Ali Abulaban installed a listening device on his daughter's iPad, and when he heard his wife and another man talking, he went to her apartment and shot them to death.
2 dead and 4 injured after shooting at Boise mall
The suspect, who was apprehended on the scene, was hospitalized and is in critical condition, officials said.
Worldwide sting of "dark web" nets 150 suspects
Europol says they were buying or selling illegal goods and almost half were in the U.S. The agency calls "Operation DarkHunTOR "one of the biggest operations of its kind.
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Blue Origin unveils plans for commercial space station
The privately-funded outpost will provide a destination in orbit after the International Space Station is retired.
New infant planet discovered by researchers in Hawaii
The baby planet burns at the same temperature as the lava erupting from Kīlauea Volcano in Hawaii.
First lunar samples in over 45 years key to moon's history
The rock samples are the youngest ever collected, and indicate there was volcanic activity on the Moon much later than previously thought.
Boeing zeros in on cause of Starliner launch scrub
Boeing hopes to be ready for another Starliner launch try in the first half of 2022.
Film crew shot 30 hours of footage on trip to space station
If the project stays on track, the movie will beat a Hollywood production announced last year by NASA and Elon Musk's SpaceX, starring Tom Cruise, to the silver screen.
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The best holiday movies, ranked (and where you can stream them)
Ring in the holiday season by streaming these festive films.
Linda O'Keefe murder: Inside the investigation
Newport Beach Police give 11-year-old Linda O'Keefe a voice on Twitter hoping to solve her cold case 45 years later.
TV shows canceled or ended in 2021
This list contains everything from long-running favorites to short-lived Netflix sitcoms
Jasmine Hartin case: What happened on the pier?
A wealthy socialite and a senior police official end up on a moonlit pier in paradise. Then a single fatal shot rings out. Locals called it the crime of the young decade, but what happened?
Richest women in the world, ranked by net worth
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Senators grill social media companies
The Senate Consumer Protection Subcommittee is questioning leaders from several social media companies over the impact their platforms have on young users. Executives from Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube testified about algorithms, safety and efforts to protect mental health. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson has more.
An (Un)Civil War: The Evangelical Divide
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series reveals that as Christian nationalism attracts followers, traditional pastors fear for their faith and the country.
Japan princess loses royal status
Japan's Princess Mako has lost her royal status after marrying her college sweetheart. CBS News' Lucy Craft reports from Tokyo.
How close are Democrats on Biden's agenda?
Democrats on Capitol Hill appear to be close to reaching a framework for the social programs and climate change reconciliation bill. Meanwhile, President Biden will be campaigning in Virginia on Tuesday night for Terry McAuliffe. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN with the latest.
CBSN Originals: Deepfakes and the Fog of Truth
A new CBSN Originals documentary reveals the growing threat posed by technology that makes lies look true and the truth seem false.