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.
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FDA panel considers Pfizer vaccine for kids
An FDA advisory panel is meeting today to consider if millions of younger children, ages 5 to 11, should be eligible for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine. CBS News' Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with the latest.
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.
School districts tackling spread of COVID-19
School systems across the U.S. are beginning to require students involved in school sports or other extra-curricular activities to get vaccinated for COVID-19. Eligible students within the Los Angeles Unified School District who do not have a qualified exemption need to be fully vaccinated by Halloween. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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.
U.N. reports record greenhouse gas levels despite COVID shutdowns
World Meteorological Organization warns data show mankind "way off track" if it wants to stop "skidding into a car crash" of climate disaster.
COVID cases surge in Eastern Europe
Several European nations go back into lockdown as new COVID-19 infections surge in the region. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
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.
In Utah, it's raining fish
Fish stocks in hundreds of isolated lakes high in the Utah mountains are replenished via a novel approach – from the air. Correspondent Conor Knighton profiles the team responsible for delivering fresh fish by airplane.
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Live Updates: Michigan Democratic rift spills into public and more
Midterm elections preview: How might this year's vote change Washington?
Stevens endorses Rogers amid rift with El-Sayed
The issue that could tip the scales in the Texas Senate race
Judge tosses lawsuit seeking to delay certification of Alaska Senate race
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Trump says U.S. still has to "take care" of more targets in Iran
