
Trump administration yanks Moderna's bird flu vaccine research funding
The Trump administration has canceled $766 million awarded to Moderna to develop a vaccine against potential pandemic influenza viruses, including the H5N1 bird flu.
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The Trump administration has canceled $766 million awarded to Moderna to develop a vaccine against potential pandemic influenza viruses, including the H5N1 bird flu.
New York City mayoral frontrunner Andrew Cuomo is facing possible legal trouble. The Justice Department has opened an investigation into the former Empire State governor. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane unpacks what Cuomo is being accused of.
The U.S. government website that was once a resource for COVID pandemic information and free test kits underwent major changes under the Trump administration. The site now reads "Lab Leak: The true origins of COVID-19." CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder breaks down the lab-leak theory and the website change.
A jury delivered a string of guilty verdicts Wednesday afternoon in what prosecutors call the largest pandemic fraud case in the country.
Five years ago Tuesday, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. CBS News digital reporter Alex Tin explains the lessons the government and public health officials learned.
COVID-19 spurred more Americans to stay home. But this trend didn't start or end with the pandemic, research shows.
A special education teacher at Huron High School gathered with students on Wednesday to make blankets for families of organ donors.
Five years after the COVID pandemic forced millions of kids out of their classrooms, many student have yet to catch up. The average learner is still nearly half a grade behind in reading and math, one reason for that is attendance. Long after schools reopened, many students aren't showing up. But as Caitlin Huey-Burns reports, it's not all bad news.
New federal data shows that American kids and preteens' reading scores have hit record lows. The Washington Post national education writer Laura Meckler joins "The Daily Report" to explain why and what can be done to fix it.
U.S. kids continued to lose ground on reading skills in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and have made little improvement in math, an exam known as the nation's report card shows.
The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic most likely originated from a laboratory.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his plans Monday to step down after nearly a decade in office. Once an extremely popular leader, Trudeau has faced growing opposition over rising food and housing costs in recent years. David Heurtel, former Canadian Cabinet minister and political analyst, joins CBS News to explain how things got here and what happens next for Trudeau.
A record number of CEOs have left their roles in 2024, according to an analysis by a career transitioning firm. Stellantis and Intel's CEOs contributed to the trend this week as the companies face declining stock prices. Andy Challenger, senior vice president of Challenger, Gray & Christmas, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
In 2020, the Federal Reserve established the Main Street Lending Program to support mid-size businesses during the pandemic. Now, those businesses are having trouble catching up on those loan repayments. Bloomberg News economics and Federal Reserve reporter Catarina Saraiva has more.
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated a critic of COVID-19 health measures to lead the Food and Drug Administration.
Pandemic-prompted drinking persists, according to a new study that shows a continued increase in alcohol use.
Alcohol is a leading cause of illness and death in the United States, and new research suggests an alarming increase in alcohol use since the pandemic is persisting. CBS News' Stephanie Stahl reports.
Experts say Southwest District Health in Idaho is the first public health department in the nation to be restricted from giving COVID-19 vaccines.
Americans went to the polls under very different circumstances in 2020. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett takes a look back ahead of Election Day on Nov. 5.
Pay gap between men and women working full-time widened in 2023 for first time in 20 years, USCB data shows.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo faced intense questioning Tuesday on Capitol Hill over his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Cuomo has been heavily scrutinized for his COVID-era policy that put sick patients in nursing homes, which health experts say led to more deaths. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
COVID-19 was the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. in 2023, down from fourth place in 2022.
A new study is revealing the true impacts of COVID-19 rules and restrictions across the U.S. According to a JAMA Health Forum investigation, up to 447,000 lives could have been saved if every state had imposed rules similar to those in the 10 most restrictive states. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins with more.
New research from education testing company NWEA shows many students are falling behind in school nearly four years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Karyn Lewis, director of research and policy partnerships at NWEA and lead author of the study, joins CBS News to discuss what's behind the widening learning gap and what can be done to fix the setbacks.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
President Trump also asserted the U.S. knows "exactly where" Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei "is hiding."
NYC Comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander was arrested by ICE agents Tuesday at immigration court in Manhattan.
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are looking to limit President Trump's ability to order U.S. strikes on Iran amid its ongoing war with Israel.
A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit will consider whether President Trump must return control of California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The Federal Reserve Board will announce its next rate decision on Wednesday, June 18 at 2 p.m. EST.
About three dozen of the nearly 1,200 measles infections in 2025 have been in people with two measles vaccine doses, the CDC says.
Israel's defense chief has warned that Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei could meet the same fate as Saddam Hussein, but would killing him end the war?
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
President Trump's acts of clemency often release criminals with "no further fines, restitution, probation or other conditions."
Former officials and law enforcement analysts said the cutbacks are draining DOJ of experienced agents and leaders.
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit heard arguments on whether President Trump must return control of California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The two companies have argued that President Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
More states, territories and Washington, D.C., have signed on to a settlement with drugmaker Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family over the opioid crisis, officials said.
Amazon's Prime Day will run for four days from July 8-11, doubling the length of the annual sale event.
President Trump on Friday cleared way for Nippon Steel purchase of U.S. Steel, including unusual control for the president.
The U.S. is considering targeting Iran's uranium enrichment facility at Fordo, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Former officials and law enforcement analysts said the cutbacks are draining DOJ of experienced agents and leaders.
President Trump also asserted the U.S. knows "exactly where" Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei "is hiding."
A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit heard arguments on whether President Trump must return control of California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The two companies have argued that President Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
The GOP's "big beautiful bill" would require people up to age 64 to certify they're working to get aid. Here's what the research shows.
About three dozen of the nearly 1,200 measles infections in 2025 have been in people with two measles vaccine doses, the CDC says.
A federal judge struck down sweeping Trump administration orders that resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of National Institutes of Health research grants.
Dr. Fiona Havers' resignation follows RFK Jr.'s orders to change the CDC's vaccine recommendations.
Consumer Reports tested 51 sunscreens to find the best options to protect your skin this summer and beyond.
The U.S. is considering targeting Iran's uranium enrichment facility at Fordo, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
President Trump also asserted the U.S. knows "exactly where" Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei "is hiding."
Iran has long been suspected of hiding work toward a nuclear weapon at its underground Fordo enrichment site.
The location of the HMS Endeavour, a lost ship belonging to 18th-century British explorer Captain James Cook, has been confirmed as Rhode Island's Newport Harbor.
Israel's prime minister has declined to rule out assassinating Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. President Trump says he'd be an "easy target," and "our patience is wearing thin."
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
Set in a real Scottish castle, "The Traitors" blends deception and Alan Cumming's theatrical flair to become a reality TV hit.
Pushed by his wife, NYC dad George Gountas entered a Pedro Pascal look-alike contest and won a year of burritos.
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about "Going, Going, Gone: The Magic of the Home Run," a new Roku Original produced by MLB Studios. The film dives into the history and cultural power of baseball's most iconic play, featuring stars like Freddie Freeman.
Anthony Mason visits the set of "The Traitors," which airs on Peacock, as filming begins on Season 4. Host Alan Cumming offers a tour of the iconic castle, known for betrayal, capes and creepy-glam theatrics. With reality stars, NFL moms and Olympians in the cast, this season promises even more drama and deception.
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
An increase in demand for artificial intelligence may be increasing the cost of your electric bills. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter explains.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Artificial intelligence is being used to create realistic video and audio to impersonate people, in some cases looking for love or deceiving companies looking to hire. In a 2024 study, half of the businesses surveyed said they'd experienced AI deepfake fraud. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Some people are using AI as an emotional outlet — and developing a real relationship with artificial intelligence. It's a trend that people and AI companies are hesitant to talk about, but does appear to be on the rise.
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
The judge in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial reprimanded both the prosecution and defense Tuesday after information from a sealed proceeding appeared in a news article. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Jury deliberations are still ongoing in in the Karen Read murder trial. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt has more.
President Trump's acts of clemency often release criminals with "no further fines, restitution, probation or other conditions."
A special agent with the U.S. attorney's office was back on the stand as testimony continued in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest updates.
Prison staff gave R. Kelly "an amount of medicine that could have killed him," his lawyer alleged in a federal court filing.
If initial results hold up, NASA says the delayed launch of a commercial research mission to the station could come as early as Thursday.
NASA wants to evaluate recent efforts to stop a small but persistent air leak in the Russian segment of the space station.
NASA delayed the Axiom Mission 4 launch on Wednesday after SpaceX detected a liquid oxygen leak during a Falcon 9 rocket inspection. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
Israeli officials say they attacked Iran because of new intelligence that claims the nation is inching closer toward full nuclear capabilities. Tom Karako, director of the Missile Defense Project, joins CBS News to discuss.
In the hours after four of his family members were found dead in their home in April 1989, authorities interviewed 17-year-old Jeff Pelley in the presence of his grandparents.
President Trump met with top Cabinet officials at the White House on Tuesday as the Israel-Iran conflict entered its fifth day. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
A federal appeals court has begun hearing arguments in California's lawsuit against President Trump over deploying the National Guard in Los Angeles. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
ENCORE: A woman convicted of murdering her husband discovers serious problems with some key evidence used against her at trial. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports Saturday, June 21 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.