Glenn Youngkin wins GOP nomination in Virginia governor's race
After a divisive convention process, Youngkin will look to be the first GOP governor in the state since 2009.
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California expands drought emergency, covering 30% of population
Governor Gavin Newsom urged residents to cut back on their water usage by taking shorter showers and limiting outdoor watering, among other things.
Congressional negotiators make progress on policing compromise
Qualified immunity, which shields police from lawsuits and limits civil liability, is still a point of contention.
McCarthy sets vote to remove Cheney from House Republican leadership
"Having heard from so many of you in recent days, it's clear that we need to make a change," McCarthy told House Republicans in a letter obtained by CBS News.
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.
GOP governors move to end enhanced unemployment benefits
A growing number of GOP governors have said they will end increased unemployment insurance benefits, citing workforce shortages.
USPS delivery is worsening, with 1 in 5 letters delivered late
Postmaster Louis DeJoy blames issues that "plague" the USPS, causing late deliveries for 20% of all first-class mail.
Biden administration restores transgender health protections
The move reverses a Trump-era policy that sought to narrow the scope of legal rights in sensitive situations involving medical care.
Biden touts funding for cities and states as part of economic recovery
Administration officials argue the lackluster jobs report for April underscores the need for Congress to pass Mr. Biden's $4 trillion jobs and families plans.
Family reunites under Biden program to admit asylum-seekers
The Biden administration has been slowly admitting some of the tens of thousands of asylum-seekers who were sent back to Mexico under former President Trump.
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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.
Israel strikes Gaza, Hamas fires rockets after hundreds hurt in clashes
Israel's army said it launched airstrikes on Gaza, in response to rockets fired by Hamas militants after hundreds of Palestinians were hurt in clashes at a religious site.
McCarthy sets vote to remove Cheney from House Republican leadership
"Having heard from so many of you in recent days, it's clear that we need to make a change," McCarthy told House Republicans in a letter obtained by CBS News.
U.S. ship fires warning shots at Iranian boats
Pentagon spokesperson John Kirby said a group of 13 Iranian fast-attack boats "conducted unsafe and unprofessional maneuvers."
Congressional negotiators make progress on policing compromise
Qualified immunity, which shields police from lawsuits and limits civil liability, is still a point of contention.
Bob Baffert claims Kentucky Derby winner is victim of "cancel culture"
The trainer claimed the horse or the test sample could have been contaminated.
Glenn Youngkin wins GOP nomination in Virginia governor's race
After a divisive convention process, Youngkin will look to be the first GOP governor in the state since 2009.
Man who allegedly fled from police with tiger taken into custody
Victor Hugo Cuevas, 26, was out on bond for a murder charge.
Welcome to the "beyond crazy" real estate market
Paying above asking price isn't enough to win a bid — some buyers are skipping inspections and giving free rent to sellers.
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U.S. ship fires warning shots at Iranian boats
Pentagon spokesperson John Kirby said a group of 13 Iranian fast-attack boats "conducted unsafe and unprofessional maneuvers."
Israel strikes Gaza, Hamas fires rockets after hundreds hurt in clashes
Israel's army said it launched airstrikes on Gaza, in response to rockets fired by Hamas militants after hundreds of Palestinians were hurt in clashes at a religious site.
Family reunites under Biden program to admit asylum-seekers
The Biden administration has been slowly admitting some of the tens of thousands of asylum-seekers who were sent back to Mexico under former President Trump.
Judge killed by mobsters in 1990 put on path to sainthood
For the beatification, Rosario Livatino's blood-soaked shirt was put into a glass-enclosed reliquary.
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.
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Glenn Youngkin wins GOP nomination in Virginia governor's race
After a divisive convention process, Youngkin will look to be the first GOP governor in the state since 2009.
California expands drought emergency, covering 30% of population
Governor Gavin Newsom urged residents to cut back on their water usage by taking shorter showers and limiting outdoor watering, among other things.
Congressional negotiators make progress on policing compromise
Qualified immunity, which shields police from lawsuits and limits civil liability, is still a point of contention.
First fully civilian flight to space station moves forward
The flight will be the second fully commercial launch of civilians to low-Earth orbit and the first to the International Space Station.
NBC drops 2022 Golden Globes amid controversy
"We continue to believe that the HFPA is committed to meaningful reform," the network said in a statement. "However, change of this magnitude takes time and work, and we feel strongly that the HFPA needs time to do it right."
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Glenn Youngkin wins GOP nomination in Virginia governor's race
After a divisive convention process, Youngkin will look to be the first GOP governor in the state since 2009.
California expands drought emergency, covering 30% of population
Governor Gavin Newsom urged residents to cut back on their water usage by taking shorter showers and limiting outdoor watering, among other things.
Congressional negotiators make progress on policing compromise
Qualified immunity, which shields police from lawsuits and limits civil liability, is still a point of contention.
McCarthy sets vote to remove Cheney from House Republican leadership
"Having heard from so many of you in recent days, it's clear that we need to make a change," McCarthy told House Republicans in a letter obtained by CBS News.
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.
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NBC drops 2022 Golden Globes amid controversy
"We continue to believe that the HFPA is committed to meaningful reform," the network said in a statement. "However, change of this magnitude takes time and work, and we feel strongly that the HFPA needs time to do it right."
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College golfer with Down syndrome makes history
Amy Bockerstette is the first person with Down syndrome to compete in a national collegiate athletic championship.
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First fully civilian flight to space station moves forward
The flight will be the second fully commercial launch of civilians to low-Earth orbit and the first to the International Space Station.
Prosecutors urge Facebook to stop plans for Instagram for kids
Attorneys general from 44 states and territories are calling on Facebook to abandon its plans to create a version of Instagram for children under 13.
Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch Dogecoin-funded lunar satellite
Musk, the self-proclaimed "Dogefather," called the mission the first crypto and first meme in space.
Berkeley student from Uganda helps bring her education home
Gloria Tumushabe began teaching weekly computer science classes to girls back home who might not have otherwise had the opportunity to learn the subject.
Chinese rocket remnants re-enter atmosphere
The Chinese space agency said most of the rocket was destroyed during re-entry.
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First fully civilian flight to space station moves forward
The flight will be the second fully commercial launch of civilians to low-Earth orbit and the first to the International Space Station.
Space experts call China "negligent" for gambling with rocket re-entry
NASA boss says Beijing "failing to meet responsible standards" for space debris, and one expert agrees, but warns it won't "be constructive just to yell at the Chinese."
N.Y. doctor sends ventilators to India to help with COVID surge
There was a welcome sight at Mumbai International Airport tarmac when a shipment of much-needed medical aid and ventilators arrived.
Gottlieb calls for easing restrictions on indoor gatherings
"I think we're at the point in time when we can start lifting these ordinances in a wholesale fashion," Gottlieb said.
Chinese rocket remnants re-enter atmosphere
The Chinese space agency said most of the rocket was destroyed during re-entry.
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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.
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.
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.
N.Y. doctor sends ventilators to India to help with COVID surge
There was a welcome sight at Mumbai International Airport tarmac when a shipment of much-needed medical aid and ventilators arrived.
Dracula's castle in Romania offering free vaccines
Visitors will also receive free admission to the castle's exhibit of medieval torture instruments.
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U.S. gas prices rise after ransomware attack on pipeline
Prices at the pump could soon reach their highest level since 2014 as the summer travel season revs up.
USPS delivery is worsening, with 1 in 5 letters delivered late
Postmaster Louis DeJoy blames issues that "plague" the USPS, causing late deliveries for 20% of all first-class mail.
Ransomware hit on major U.S. pipeline is work of criminal gang
DarkSide cultivates a Robin Hood image of stealing from corporations and giving a cut to charity.
Welcome to the "beyond crazy and frustrating" real estate market
Paying above asking price isn't enough to win a bid — some buyers are skipping inspections and giving free rent to sellers.
CEO dismissed working from home. Her employees went on strike
Exec's op-ed spurs revolt after she says companies may turn employees into freelancers if they don't return to offices.
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Man who allegedly fled from police with tiger taken into custody
Police do not currently know where the tiger is.
Cop who rescued 4-year-old wounded in shooting speaks out
"She was amazing. I can't believe that a little girl her age who had just been shot was so calm," said officer Alyssa Vogel, who is a new mother herself.
6 killed after gunman opens fire at birthday party in Colorado
The suspected shooter, who police said died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, is believed to be the boyfriend of one of the victims.
Florida man tries to use COVID-19 as a cover for murder
Digital evidence stored in the cloud was critical to solving the case.
New claims against man charged with Kristin Smart's murder
For the first time in more than two decades, arrests and clues about what may have happened to the college student who disappeared in 1996, and whose remains have not been found.
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First fully civilian flight to space station moves forward
The flight will be the second fully commercial launch of civilians to low-Earth orbit and the first to the International Space Station.
Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch Dogecoin-funded lunar satellite
Musk, the self-proclaimed "Dogefather," called the mission the first crypto and first meme in space.
Space experts call China "negligent" for gambling with rocket re-entry
NASA boss says Beijing "failing to meet responsible standards" for space debris, and one expert agrees, but warns it won't "be constructive just to yell at the Chinese."
Chinese rocket debris falls over Indian Ocean
A huge piece of space junk made an uncontrolled re-entry back into Earth's atmosphere Saturday night. The remnants of a Chinese rocket re-entered the atmosphere and crashed into the Indian Ocean north of the Maldives. CBS News' Danya Bacchus reports. Read more here.
Chinese rocket remnants re-enter atmosphere
The Chinese space agency said most of the rocket was destroyed during re-entry.
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California governor expands drought emergency
California Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday expanded a drought emergency to a large swath of the nation's most populous state while seeking more than $6 billion in multiyear water spending as one of the warmest, driest springs on record threatens another severe wildfire season across the American West. CBS Los Angeles reports.
Ransomware attack shuts down major U.S. pipeline
Colonial Pipeline says it's slowly bringing its operations back online after a ransomware attack shut down its pipeline that supplies 45% of the fuel consumed on the East Coast. Security experts say ransomware attacks like this pose a growing danger to the country's critical infrastructure. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN discusses how the Biden administration is planning to respond. Read more here.
FDA authorizes Pfizer's COVID vaccine for adolescents
The FDA has approved Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine for kids ages 12 to 15. As CBS News' Meg Oliver reports, the CDC will need to endorse this decision before shots can be administered. Then, Dr. Jessica Shepherd, the chief medical officer at Verywell Health, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
The Diversity Dilemma | CBSN Originals
This CBSN Originals Documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series examines when diversity measures can be helpful or harmful.
Half of U.S. workers have burnout, data shows
A recent study from career website Indeed indicates that more than half of U.S. workforce is experiencing burnout, and it's only become worse during the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Jessi Gold joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss why.