Consumer spending stalled in July amid Delta surge
Latest COVID-19 wave and rising inflation have "taken a major bite out of consumer confidence," economist says.
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Lawsuit against Florida mask mandate
A judge will rule on a lawsuit brought forward by parents trying to overturn Florida Governor Ron Desantis' executive order banning strong student mask mandates. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez spoke to a mom who fought to get mask mandates implemented in her child's school.
South Dakota COVID cases increase 456% since Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Hundreds of thousands of bikers descended on the small town. Vaccines were not required.
7.5 million Americans will lose unemployment benefits after Labor Day
Jobless Americans who have been relying on pandemic unemployment benefits are about to lose access to those funds. The federal aid programs are set to expire September 6. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain.
TSA sees lowest air travel numbers since May
Travelers are canceling flights amid the summer surge in COVID cases.
Model predicts 100,000 more COVID deaths unless U.S. changes its ways
The U.S. is in the grip of a fourth wave of infection this summer, powered by the highly contagious Delta variant, which has sent cases, hospitalizations and deaths soaring again.
More than half of Americans favor vaccine mandates at work: poll
"I don't want to sit an office for eight hours a day with someone who is not vaccinated," one employee said.
U.S. averages 140K new daily COVID infections
The U.S. is averaging more than 142,000 new coronavirus cases per day. Janet Shamlian reports from Oregon where hospitals are filling up. Then, Dr. Hilary Fairbrother, an emergency medicine physician, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the day's coronavirus headlines.
TSA reports lowest air travel numbers since May
The Transportation Security Administration reported its lowest air travel numbers of the summer on Tuesday and Wednesday after hitting its highest traffic of the year at the beginning of August. Errol Barnett takes a look.
Pandemic intensifies growing mental health crisis among teens
A recent survey found more than half of students had self-harmed or had frequent suicidal thoughts.
College football set to begin amid COVID surge
College football season begins this weekend as COVID-19 case numbers are surging in parts of the U.S. Colleges across the country hope this year will be different after the pandemic led to a series of cancellations and postponements last year. CBS Sports national college football writer Dennis Dodd joined CBSN to discuss the upcoming season amid the pandemic.
Tyson workers who get vaccinated offered chance at $10,000
With just over half its workforce vaccinated, biggest U.S. chicken processor to spend millions on lottery incentive.
Doctor on COVID in kids, new drug research
Dr. Eric Cioe-Peña, director of global health at Northwell Health, joined CBSN to discuss the latest developments in the COVID-19 pandemic including the rise in infections among children and new research on a potential drug treatment by scientists at Texas A&M.
What to know about COVID-19 as fall approaches
Answers to some of the frequently asked questions about the virus, breakthrough infections and booster shots.
"Surrounded" by death: Oregon hospital packed with COVID patients
Unvaccinated people are fueling a new wave of COVID-19 cases across the country. In one Oregon hospital battling the virus, staffers say they are surrounded by death.
Oregon ICU in crisis over COVID cases
Oregon is among the states in the West dealing with a surge in COVID cases, fueled by the Delta variant. “CBS This Morning” was invited inside a Medford ICU for a first-hand look at how medical staff is coping with the crisis. Janet Shamlian reports.
Japan pulls 1.6 million COVID vaccine doses over suspected contamination
Leaders tell anxious residents the already-lagging vaccination program won't be disrupted, as COVID's resurgence causes heartache and Paralympic angst.
Public schools facing massive enrollment drop
Enrollment in public schools during the pandemic has seen a significant drop, according to the Education Department. Carter Evans takes a look at why students are vanishing from the system.
Delta Air Lines to charge unvaccinated staff
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian said unvaccinated employees who participate in the airline's health care plan will incur an additional $200 monthly fee beginning in November. CBSN's Lana Zak has more.
VP Harris starts Asia trip in Singapore
Vice President Kamala Harris met with Singapore's prime minister today to discuss cybersecurity, COVID-19 and supply chain issues. But the topic of Afghanistan hung over the news conference after her meeting. CBS News White House reporter Tim Perry joins Christina Ruffini on CBSN AM to discuss Harris' trip and what China's government thinks about the U.S. working on relations with Southeast Asian countries.
Impact of FDA approval for Pfizer's vaccine
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine has become the first in the U.S. to receive full approval from the FDA for people ages 16 and up. The vaccine still remains under emergency use authorization for children 12 to 15. Dr. Jessica Shepherd, chief medical officer at Verywell Health, joins CBSN AM with a look at what this means for adults, children and people who've hesitated to get the vaccine.
FDA's full approval for Pfizer COVID vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration has granted full approval to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for people age 16 and up. The vaccine still remains under emergency use authorization for children 12 to 15. Officials are hoping this announcement will help convince vaccine holdouts to get the shot, and it's expected to prompt more companies and schools to require vaccination. CBS News' Elise Preston joins CBSN AM to discuss.
U.S. report anticipated on coronavirus origins
A new report on the origins of the coronavirus could land in the hands of President Biden on Tuesday, but Beijing is working to blame the U.S. for the outbreak. CBS News Asia correspondent Ramy Inocencio joins CBSN AM with more details.
J&J says its COVID booster shot strengthens immunity
Johnson & Johnson released data on its booster shot that shows a second dose eight months after the initial dose increases immunity. CBS News' Mark Strassmann has more on the company's announcement amid a surge in pediatric COVID cases. Then, Dr. Jeremy Faust, an attending physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital's department of emergency medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the rest of the day's coronavirus headlines.
WorldView: Harris' trip to Vietnam briefly delayed
Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Vietnam was briefly delayed after reports of "Havana Syndrome" cases, while Japan extended its state of emergency. German police are investigating an attempted murder by poisoning at a university. CBS News' Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with more on these and other world headlines.
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