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The death toll continues to rise from COVID-19, even with vaccine efforts underway across the country. Scott Pelley speaks with some of the family members of the hundreds of thousands of Americans who were killed by the virus.
"After three or four months of this, you might see students just start to like go into this slump again about 'I'm not getting up and doing this this morning,'" teacher Joyce Peoples said.
But some fear the recent Michigan Supreme Court ruling could leave residents without access to water amid the coronavirus pandemic.
It's been six weeks since Leon County in North Florida reopened schools after abruptly closing in the spring due to the coronavirus pandemic.
"You're needlessly putting lives at risk by making people do in-person instruction," said Houston high school senior Jennifer Hamad.
"Anything that could have gone wrong has gone wrong this year, and I think we've still come out the other side feeling confident about this winter," said The Aspen Company's Caleb Sample.
One restaurant owner said she's had trouble lately getting people to comply with orders to wear masks."People are just starting to get sick of it, and it's getting kind of hard again," Heidi Gesiakowski said.
Thousands of seasonal workers are entering their coldest, slowest season without their annual financial safety net, robbed by COVID-19 of a summer's worth of tourism-driven business.
"It is not the same world that I spent most of my life basing my career around," parade artist Stephanie Mufson said, adding that "to survive and thrive, you have to adapt."
Geek in Heels owner Shalisha Morgan reopened her electronic repair kiosk in the Hanes mall in Winston-Salem in August after having to shut down earlier this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Two small business owners say things has been improving as Florida enters phase 2 of its reopening.
Six months into the pandemic, school districts, parents, teachers and students are faced with a web of difficult decisions.
Casinos in Detroit opened again in August, but they're operating at 15% capacity, and revenues have dropped precipitously.
"I'm behind in my rent, my electricity, everything," said Elizabeth Renteria, who used to be a guest room attendant on the Strip.
"We're looking at a lot of red ink from now until next summer," hog farmer Mike Patterson said, adding. "We're looking at ... 10 months before you get into the black again."
Recent college graduates like Sarah Sporko are still feeling the effects.
Nick Darby, a State Farms Arena guest engagement manager, says he's working remotely — and he'll also be taking on the responsibilities of a polling place worker.
The tailgates, barbecues and pre-game parties at fraternity houses with large crowds crammed into small spaces is "obviously not going to be the situation" anymore, said one student.
"If the industry were a patient, we could say that it has a number of pre-existing conditions, and that's made the prognosis in the wake of COVID-19 way more complicated," said one energy analyst.
In Artesia, one in 5 workers were directly employed by oil and gas companies. Businesses that provide services for the industry have also seen revenues dry up.
With school set to restart in the coming weeks, education leaders and local stakeholders have had to assess the internet and technological gaps facing students who can't afford technology or live outside of the range of internet connectivity.
Advocates who work directly with affected families spoke with CBS News about how COVID-19 has exacerbated their need for running water.
"We don't want our children to be lab rats," one student tells CBS News, in this latest COVID Chronicles report.
"I don't want to have to see any of my students or colleagues lose their lives," said one special education teacher.
"We're down 80% of sales while trying to keep 100% of staff. It can't be done," said one dry cleaning industry executive.
The House is expected to vote on H.R. 1, a Democratic legislative priority that has faced opposition from Republicans.
The report details incidents involving Ronny Jackson, who now represents Texas' 13th congressional district.
Prosecutors have charged more than 300 people for their alleged roles in the assault on the U.S. Capitol.
The Senate majority leader said that the Senate will take up President Biden's $1.9 trillion relief bill as early as Wednesday night.
Some militia groups view March 4 as the "true Inauguration Day," based on the historical significance of the date.
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said he won't leave his post amid sexual harassment allegations.
Governors in Texas and Mississippi are reversing their mask mandates before high-risk groups are fully vaccinated.
President Biden agreed to a demand by moderate Democrats to begin phasing out stimulus checks at a faster rate.
Millions of households may get cut out of the next round of stimulus checks amid deal to lower the income phaseout.
Biden's original nominee for the post, Neera Tanden, withdrew her nomination Tuesday after concluding there was "no path forward" to be confirmed.
Prime Minister Stefan Lofven said a possible terrorist motive was being investigated.
Indian journalist Barkha Dutt is speaking out against intimidation and death threats she and other journalists have faced while reporting on the months-long protests by farmers.
The largest and fastest asteroid to pass by Earth this year is nearly here.
The family of Harry Dunn, who was hit in a head-on crash by Anne Sacoolas in England, says they're still suffering "beyond belief" as a Virginia court takes the case back up.
Some governments, including the U.S., are considering COVID-19 immunity certificates to inject the tourism industry back to life and revive businesses.
The launch and landing were successful, but the prototype exploded a few minutes after touchdown.
A Banksy piece called "Morons (White)" was intentionally destroyed, then digitized as a non-fungible token, or NFT.
The Census Bureau estimates 4.4 million households with students lack consistent access to a computer
Latinas have been especially hard hit by the pandemic, with many having their children as their only lifeline.
A judge called the 37-year-old father of two a "sexual predator" and "brazen" criminal.
The House is expected to vote on H.R. 1, a Democratic legislative priority that has faced opposition from Republicans.
The report details incidents involving Ronny Jackson, who now represents Texas' 13th congressional district.
Prosecutors have charged more than 300 people for their alleged roles in the assault on the U.S. Capitol.
The Senate majority leader said that the Senate will take up President Biden's $1.9 trillion relief bill as early as Wednesday night.
Some militia groups view March 4 as the "true Inauguration Day," based on the historical significance of the date.
Among the most vulnerable nonprofits are those involved in the arts, but organizations in all sectors are in danger.
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Most locations will continue to operate as usual, but three theaters are closing for good, the company says.
"Degrassi" and "Soundtrack" coworkers shared messages about French on social media.
Washington Post investigative reporter and author Emma Brown joins "CBS This Morning" with her new book, "To Raise a Boy: Classrooms, Locker Rooms, Bedrooms, and the Hidden Struggles of American Boyhood." In the wake of the #MeToo movement, Brown asked herself, "How will I raise my son to be different?" That question led to her traveling the country, speaking to hundreds of coaches, educators, parents and boys. She talks about her research, the challenges boys face, and what parents and educators can do to better raise and support them.
The launch and landing were successful, but the prototype exploded a few minutes after touchdown.
A Banksy piece called "Morons (White)" was intentionally destroyed, then digitized as a non-fungible token, or NFT.
The Census Bureau estimates 4.4 million households with students lack consistent access to a computer
Amazon quietly rolled out a new design last month.
Targets include American universities, defense contractors, law firms and infectious-disease researchers.
The launch and landing were successful, but the prototype exploded a few minutes after touchdown.
The largest and fastest asteroid to pass by Earth this year is nearly here.
Just before getting her first dose of the Moderna vaccine, Parton sang a new rendition of "Jolene" to fit the occasion: "Vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, vaccine, I'm begging of you please don't hesitate."
It's likely to be safe for those who have received the COVID-19 vaccine to have small gatherings with others who are vaccinated.
Four million doses are being shipped out Monday of the newly-approved coronavirus vaccination, with 100 million promised by the end of June.
Latinas have been especially hard hit by the pandemic, with many having their children as their only lifeline.
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Boone could return "as early as 48-72 hours."
Second-most populous state says face coverings are no longer required, but shoppers will still need them.
Governors in Texas and Mississippi are reversing their mask mandates before high-risk groups are fully vaccinated.
"Yes, we are on the cusp of a change with the coronavirus," said Dr. Neeta Ogden. "That kind of end is in sight but it's still too early."
Millions of households may get cut out of the next round of stimulus checks amid deal to lower the income phaseout.
Black workers are dramatically underrepresented in leadership roles, according to McKinsey.
A Banksy piece called "Morons (White)" was intentionally destroyed, then digitized as a non-fungible token, or NFT.
The Senate majority leader said that the Senate will take up President Biden's $1.9 trillion relief bill as early as Wednesday.
This new candy is certainly for peanut butter lovers, and it was aptly named.
Prime Minister Stefan Lofven said a possible terrorist motive was being investigated.
A judge called the 37-year-old father of two a "sexual predator" and "brazen" criminal.
Prosecutors have charged more than 300 people for their alleged roles in the assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Wyoming lawmakers on Tuesday introduced a bill aimed at combating hate crimes in the state where Matthew Shepard was killed in 1998.
Authorities evacuated the Lakeside Center in the city of Ankeny after the device was spotted but later re-opened it for balloting.
The launch and landing were successful, but the prototype exploded a few minutes after touchdown.
The largest and fastest asteroid to pass by Earth this year is nearly here.
"I will pay for the entire journey. I have bought all the seats, so it will be a private ride," Yusaku Maezawa said.
Multiple spacewalks planned to upgrade the space station's aging power system
Much like the name of the rover, Diana Trujillo persevered.
The Hollywood Foreign Press offered professionally shot photos while others posted on their social media accounts.
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An inside look at the investigation into Christian Brueckner, the new suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann.
Two men are shot and killed at their homes 2,800 miles apart by a man delivering a package – how a car full of clues helped solve the murders.
An unusual winter weather pattern brought snow to places that rarely see it.
Senator Tammy Duckworth of Illinois joins "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the recent spike in violent attack against Asian Americans. She also weighs in on recent sexual harassment allegations against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and why she says President Biden's former nominee for budget director, Neera Tanden, faced discrimination during the confirmation process.
Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Serena Altschul talks with experts about the dangers of avalanches. Plus: Lee Cowan looks at the enduring popularity of the late TV painting instructor Bob Ross; Mo Rocca interviews actor LeVar Burton; Nancy Giles harmonizes with Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., founding members of The 5th Dimension; Tracy Smith talks with actress Ellen Pompeo about the future of "Grey's Anatomy"; Erin Moriarty investigates allegations of sexual harassment by former female employees of McDonald’s and its franchisees; and Jim Gaffigan ponders the one-year anniversary of the coronavirus lockdown.
The efforts to ramp up COVID-19 vaccinations; Then, never-before-seen video of the attack on Al Asad Airbase; And, Colson Whitehead: The 60 Minutes interview
FBI Director Christopher Wray committed to greater transparency following intense questioning from Democratic Senator Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island during a Judiciary Committee hearing on Tuesday. Senator Whitehouse joins "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on how Congress can hold the bureau accountable. He also discusses intelligence failures leading up to the Capitol riot, and weighs in on how the U.S. can shift toward renewable energy while taking care of workers.
Dr. Anthony Fauci and other top experts answer coronavirus vaccine questions as part of “A Shot of Hope,” a CBSN special about the rollout and distribution of coronavirus vaccines across the U.S. Anchored by Tanya Rivero, this CBSN special hour focuses on the latest medical updates, the status of vaccine distribution, the struggle to get back to work and school, and the trust and access issues among minority communities.