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National Museum of the United States Army opens in Virginia
Visitors can finally experience the long-awaited National Museum of the United States Army at Virginia's Fort Belvoir after a delay of months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Chip Reid paid a visit.
U.S. allies welcome Biden's climate pledge
President-elect Biden insists the climate will be a top priority for his administration. And for America's allies, there's no time to waste. Roxana Saberi reports.
COVID-19 case surge threatens the U.S. economy
Coronavirus cases are surging in America, which is threatening the U.S. economy while many Americans are struggling to make ends meet. Michael George reports.
Biden to announce his transition team
President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will deliver remarks Monday on their long term plans for the country and are set to announce his Cabinet picks in the coming weeks. Nikole Killion has the latest.
Trump acknowledges Biden's victory, will not concede
President Trump on Sunday acknowledged President-elect Joe Biden's victory, but Mr. Trump then followed up by saying he was not conceding and again alleging without evidence that the election was rigged. Chip Reid reports.
ICU beds reaching capacity as COVID-19 cases surge
New coronavirus infections and hospitalizations are skyrocketing nationwide and now government officials are implementing new COVID-19 restrictions to combat the pandemic. Lilia Luciano reports.
SpaceX sends first team of astronauts to space
Four astronauts lifted-off on a historic NASA mission. Mark Strassmann has more on the first team of astronauts aboard a SpaceX rocket.
"CBS Weekend News" headlines for November 15, 2020
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" with Jamie Yuccas.
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Daily coronavirus cases are rising in all 50 states
States across the U.S. are imposing strict rules in an effort to stop the increase in the number of coronavirus cases.
Biden becomes first Democrat to win Georgia since 1992, CBS News projects
Biden's 14,000-vote margin was narrow enough to trigger a recount but it's not expected to change the outcome.
Local leaders implement drastic changes as COVID-19 cases surge
The number of new daily infections in the U.S. has doubled in three weeks, and daily Americans deaths are at levels not seen since the worst months of the pandemic.
Tropical Storm Eta dumps heavy rain on the Carolinas and Virginia
At least four people are dead, dozens were rescued and several are unaccounted for after the tropical storm slammed the South.
Americans planning holiday travel could add to COVID-19 surge
This Thanksgiving won't be as busy, but millions planning to hit the road could add to COVID-19 surges, health experts say.
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Military faces challenges with distribution of COVID vaccine
Dr. Anthony Fauci said vaccines will likely be available for most Americans who want it by April. In CBS News' series "Racing to a Cure," David Martin takes a look at what it will take to distribute those first doses.
Pfizer official talks COVID-19 vaccine
Pfizer chief scientific officer Dr. Mikael Dolsten spoke with CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook after the drugmaker announced that human trials suggest its coronavirus vaccine is more than 90% effective.
U.S. battles coronavirus surge
There has been a nationwide surge in coronavirus cases as 18 states in the past week broke daily records for new cases. Since the pandemic started, more than 9.2 million cases have been reported in the U.S., and more than 231,000 Americans have died. Adriana Diaz reports.
FDA approves remdesivir to treat COVID-19
The Food and Drug Administration has approved remdesivir for the treatment of the coronavirus, and it comes as some cities across the country are seeing spikes in COVID-19 cases. Janet Shamlian reports.
Teen works on potential cure for coronavirus
A 14-year-old from Texas hopes to one day save lives with her research on a potential treatment for the coronavirus. Mireya Villarreal shares her story.
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Pig rescued from barn fire after woman sees it on livestream
A pig was able to be rescued from a burning barn thanks to a woman who was watching a livestream of the sleeping animal.
Trick-or-treaters leave candy for child battling leukemia
Little ghosts and ghouls turned out to be saints after leaving their Halloween candy for 3-year-old Zoe, who was diagnosed with leukemia in February.
Women pay respect to Susan B. Anthony at her grave in Rochester
"It was really amazing. Like I wasn't reading from a textbook anymore — I was with her," one visitor said.
Food writer opens porch restaurant for chipmunk
A chipmunk in Georgia is living the life thanks to a food writer who created a special place exclusively for the furry creature.
Toddler befriends Halloween skeleton amid pandemic
The bond that two best friends share fits the season perfectly, right down to the bone.
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CBS Weekend News, November 15, 2020
SpaceX sends first team of astronauts to space; National Museum of the United States Army opens in Virginia
CBS Weekend News, November 14, 2020
Governors across the country impose new restrictions as coronavirus infections surge out of control; Iconic Los Angeles bookstore thriving during pandemic thanks to focus on literature promoting social justice
CBS Evening News, November 13, 2020
Record COVID-19 cases reported as infections rise in all 50 states; Woman watching barn livestream saves pig from fire
CBS Evening News, November 12, 2020
Chicago issues stay-at-home advisory amid record U.S. coronavirus cases; National Museum of the United States Army opens in Virginia with hundreds of artifacts
CBS Evening News, November 11, 2020
States impose new restrictions as COVID-19 cases hit record high; WWII pilot hits the skies to celebrate 100th birthday
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100-year-old World War II pilot says he still flies every week
In honor of Veterans Day, CBS News salutes an extraordinary World War II fighter pilot, who is still flying 75 years after the war.
Navy's first Black female fighter pilot to receive her wings
Lieutenant Madeline Swegle is about to become a U.S. Navy fighter pilot, making history as the first Black female to do so. CBS News has her inspiring story in our series: "Profiles in Service."
Retired army doctors join the fight against coronavirus
Colonel Melissa Givens retired after spending 20 years as an emergency room doctor in the army. Now she's in New York, helping patients at the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S.
Army Reserve names first female chief
Military history was made when Lieutenant General Jody Daniels became the first woman to take charge of the U.S. Army Reserve, a force of nearly 200,000 soldiers. She's also the first woman to lead any Army component. Norah O'Donnell has the latest in CBS News' series "Profiles in Service."
How the Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman honors the fallen
"It's important that I come here and reflect and remember the fallen," said Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman General Mark Milley.
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Peru's interim president resigns amid massive demonstrations
Manuel Merino agreed to step down after a night of unrest in which two young protesters were killed and half his Cabinet resigned.
UK's Boris Johnson self-isolates after possible COVID exposure
The 55-year-old prime minister, who had contracted coronavirus in April, met with a small group of lawmakers on Thursday, including one who later tested positive for COVID-19.
Judge rules Wolf did not have authority to restrict DACA
The ruling could allow hundreds of thousands of teenage and young adult immigrants to apply for DACA, which would protect them from deportation.
Kamala Harris, Joe Biden send out wishes for happy Diwali
Diwali, one of the most important holidays in India, symbolizes new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness.
Austria tightens COVID-19 lockdown: "Meet nobody," chancellor says
There will be a limited curfew and people cannot leave their homes except to go to work, get essential supplies, to exercise or to help people who need assistance.
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Some states impose new restrictions as U.S. tops 11 million COVID cases
Several states are responding to a surge of new COVID cases after Texas and California both surpassed 1 million confirmed coronavirus cases since the pandemic began.
New Jersey reports record high COVID cases for 2nd day in a row
The governor said there were more than 4,500 new cases on Sunday — an amount of infections the state has not seen since the start of the pandemic.
SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to space station in new era for NASA
NASA aims to end reliance on Russia with first operational flight of Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Michigan to halt indoor dining due to surge of COVID-19 cases
The coronavirus restrictions will begin Wednesday and last three weeks.
Cuomo may sue Trump administration over vaccine distribution
Cuomo said that because the vaccine distribution plan depends on private health care providers, it could cause unequal distribution.
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Trump acknowledges Biden victory before saying he's not conceding
Mr. Trump continues to claim there was widespread fraud in the election, though there is no evidence to support his allegations.
Judge rules Wolf did not have authority to restrict DACA
The ruling could allow hundreds of thousands of teenage and young adult immigrants to apply for DACA, which would protect them from deportation.
Trump passes supporters gathered for "Million MAGA March"
The president passed supporters in his Secret Service motorcade before heading to the golf course.
Biden begins to consider White House staff appointments
After choosing Ron Klain as his chief of staff, Biden is thinking about filling other key White House positions.
Pompeo arrives in Paris for first leg of seven-country tour
Pompeo will visit France, Turkey, Georgia, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.
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Dustin Johnson marks historic win at long-awaited Masters
Johnson tapped in for par on the 18th for a 4-under 68 to finish at 20-under 268, breaking by two shots the record set by Tiger Woods in 1997 and matched by Jordan Spieth in 2015.
Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell on sharing love — and the screen — together
While the actors and longtime partners spread holiday cheer as Santa and Mrs. Claus in "The Christmas Chronicles 2," their relationship has a certain magic all its own.
In Conversation: Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell
Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn are spreading holiday cheer as Santa and Mrs. Claus in the Netflix film "The Christmas Chronicles 2." And as correspondent Tracy Smith discovers, the actors and longtime partners' relationship has a certain magic all its own.
Leonard Lauder on Estée Lauder, as mother and icon
The chairman emeritus and former CEO of the global beauty behemoth Estée Lauder Companies talks with correspondent Alina Cho about his new memoir, "The Company I Keep," a book that is equal parts biography, business tome, philanthropy, and tribute to his mother, Estée Lauder (a woman who founded a cosmetics empire in her kitchen), and all the wisdom he's picked up along the way.
Pie art: One baker's delectable designs
When Lauren Ko began posting photos of her pies on Instagram, social media ate them up; now her sweet creations and pun-filled posts grace a new cookbook, "Pieometry"
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SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to space station in new era for NASA
NASA aims to end reliance on Russia with first operational flight of Crew Dragon spacecraft.
What climate policy could look like under a President Biden
The president-elect has a bold plan for going green — here's what he can do even without support from lawmakers.
New Yorker fires Jeffrey Toobin after Zoom exposure incident
Toobin is one of the country's most prominent legal authors and has written for the esteemed publication for 27 years.
Chinese "Singles' Day" shopping fest rakes in over $100 billion
Event started in 1993 by Chinese students to celebrate singlehood is now an annual shopping bonanza.
Here's how Biden will work with Big Tech
Biden didn't campaign on tech, but he faces issues including social media regulation and bridging the digital divide.
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SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to space station in new era for NASA
NASA aims to end reliance on Russia with first operational flight of Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Newly discovered endangered primate is "already facing extinction"
Researchers estimate there are only 200-260 Popa langur monkeys left.
Eta dumps torrents of rain on Florida; man electrocuted
Tropical Storm Eta dumped torrents of blustery rain on Florida's west coast as it moved over the state after making landfall north of the Tampa Bay area.
Archaeologists uncover 1,000-year-old Viking ship burial site
Researchers have found a ship, feast hall and cult house that date back to the Iron Age.
Zebra's death believed to be caused by fireworks
The zebra, born during the pandemic, was named Hope "to symbolize a ray of light and hope at a time which felt so bleak," the zoo said.
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Some states impose new restrictions as U.S. tops 11 million COVID cases
Several states are responding to a surge of new COVID cases after Texas and California both surpassed 1 million confirmed coronavirus cases since the pandemic began.
New Jersey reports record high COVID cases for 2nd day in a row
The governor said there were more than 4,500 new cases on Sunday — an amount of infections the state has not seen since the start of the pandemic.
Michigan to halt indoor dining due to surge of COVID-19 cases
The coronavirus restrictions will begin Wednesday and last three weeks.
UK's Boris Johnson self-isolates after possible COVID exposure
The 55-year-old prime minister, who had contracted coronavirus in April, met with a small group of lawmakers on Thursday, including one who later tested positive for COVID-19.
Cuomo may sue Trump administration over vaccine distribution
Cuomo said that because the vaccine distribution plan depends on private health care providers, it could cause unequal distribution.
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As PlayStation 5, Xbox sell out, eBay resellers ask up to $32,000
Two of holiday season's most-wanted gifts sold out quickly, frustrating gamers and raising questions on role of bots.
North Dakota wants nurses with COVID-19 to keep working
With the state in danger of being overwhelmed, nurses worry the policy will force them to work while sick.
Hawaiian fliers can trade miles for COVID test
A test kit will cost passengers 14,000 miles and will be sent straight to their homes.
Costco: Those with mask exemptions must wear face shields
Warehouse club says everyone older than 2 must have their nose and mouth covered to enter outlets, starting Monday.
CEOs may press lawmakers to ensure smooth transition to Biden
Top chief executives are weighing what actions to take if the presidential changeover bogs down.
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Prizefighter Christy Martin on facing her biggest battle
The boxer who was attacked by her husband and left for dead now speaks out in support of victims of domestic violence
No bond for father and son accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery
Arbery's mother told reporters after the hearing it was the first time she had seen the disturbing video that captured her son's death.
Infamous U.K. serial killer dies after COVID diagnosis
"It was just a miracle they did not apprehend me earlier - they had all the facts," Peter Sutcliffe said at his trial.
Champion boxer fights back after being shot, stabbed by husband
Was it attempted murder or self-defense? Prizefighter Christy Martin lives to testify against her husband.
"48 Hours" podcast: "My Life of Crime" with Erin Moriarty
An immersive, true-crime podcast for fans of "48 Hours"
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SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to space station in new era for NASA
NASA aims to end reliance on Russia with first operational flight of Crew Dragon spacecraft.
SpaceX launches first full NASA crew to ISS
After six years, two successful test flights and a multibillion-dollar investment in American enterprise, NASA launched four astronauts to the International Space Station on Sunday, the first government-certified flight of a commercially developed SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Atlas 5 rocket boosts spy satellite into orbit
The United Launch Alliance rocket carried a classified National Reconnaissance Office satellite.
Meteor showers bring shooting stars and fireballs to the night sky
Look up! November is one of the best times of the year to spot fireballs shooting across the night sky.
Bizarre planet rains rocks
If you thought living on Earth in 2020 was comparable to hell, planet K2-141b is here to prove you wrong. CBSN's Lana Zak explains.
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Jill Biden through the years
What do we know about the nation's next first lady?
Joe Biden through the years
Newly elected to be the 46th president, Biden has had a long political career and a personal life filled with triumph and heartbreak.
The most dangerous cities in America, ranked
The violent crime rate in the U.S. declined 0.2 percent from 2016 to 2017, the first decline since 2014
Evidence photos: Michelle Martinko murder
Inside the haunting case that baffled investigators for generations and the 38 year trail that led them to her killer.
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Barack Obama: The "60 Minutes" interview
The former president shares the advice he would give President Trump, his thoughts on the killing of George Floyd, and what's behind the divisions in Washington and across the U.S. Scott Pelley reports.
The question about TikTok
It's billed itself as "the last sunny corner on the internet," but is TikTok really a tool for China to obtain troves of data on Americans? Bill Whitaker reports.
CBSN Originals: "Gun Fight, Part One"
In the first episode of this two-part documentary, CBSN Originals explores an armed backlash to new gun laws. Mass shootings in Virginia have mobilized the fight for more regulation, but some counties won't enforce laws they say infringe on their residents' constitutional rights.
CBSN Originals: "Gun Fight, Part Two"
In the second episode of this two-part documentary, CBSN Originals follows a growing movement of militias refusing to comply with new gun regulations. As the country navigates a pandemic, economic shutdowns and political unrest, gun sales are soaring and gun rights activists argue Americans should be armed now more than ever.
National Museum of the United States Army opens in Virginia
Visitors can finally experience the long-awaited National Museum of the United States Army at Virginia's Fort Belvoir after a delay of months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Chip Reid paid a visit.