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Gottlieb says downward virus trend "likely to continue"
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says "we should be optimistic" about a dramatic decline in the number of new coronavirus infections.
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Nature: Wolves of Yellowstone
Watch the majestic wolves of Yellowstone National Park. Videographer: Justin Grubb.
A matter of trust: Overcoming COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy
When coronavirus vaccinations were first offered late last year, millions of Americans flocked to sign up. But some — especially in historically underserved communities of color — were hesitant, if not outright opposed. Senior contributor Ted Koppel sits down with community leaders and healthcare workers to explore the roots of this skepticism, and the challenges of getting the vaccine to the people who need it the most.
Florida governor faces criticism over COVID vaccine distribution
Manatee County Commissioner Misty Servia said a deal bypassed county protocol, allowing a select group of residents to go the front of the vaccine line.
Baltimore mayor on COVID response
The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown a spotlight on racial inequality in the U.S. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott spoke to CBSN's Lana Zak about the challenges the city is facing, including the racial inequity of vaccine distribution. Scott also says he's working on vaccine distribution for educators who are skeptical to return to work as the pandemic continues.
Mars rover beams back dramatic landing selfie
Engineers say the rover is healthy and operating normally after its hair-raising descent to the surface.
What's behind the extreme cold in Texas?
Meteorologists saw this extreme winter weather coming weeks in advance. Here's what is causing it.
Texas weather woes foreshadow climate change disasters
Hot-weather infrastructure and an isolated power grid have left the state unprepared for extreme weather.
NASA reveals first two photos of Mars taken by Perseverance
"Hello, world. My first look at my forever home," the rover tweeted upon arrival.
Perseverance rover successfully lands on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover landed successfully on Mars and has already started sending back photos to Earth. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans spoke to members of the NASA crew in charge of the mission who are hopeful the rover will find evidence of ancient life on Mars.
Oregon school shooter ID'd, used shotgun bought by mother, sources say
Trump waives tariffs on largest buyers of Russian oil
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Sean "Diddy" Combs moved to prison in Pennsylvania
