Mississippi sets record for highest daily case count
5,023 new positive cases were reported Thursday, as officials encourage all residents to get vaccinated.
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Sen. Rand Paul belatedly discloses stock
Kentucky Republican Senator Rand Paul waited more than a year to disclose that his wife bought stock in Gilead, which makes the COVID-19 antiviral drug remdesivir, in the early days of the coronavirus pandemic. CBSN "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano has more.
Texas runs low on ICU beds
Patients in Texas are waiting days before they can get a spot in an ICU. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian reports.
Making the most out of hybrid working
The spread of the Delta coronavirus variant means many companies and employees are uncertain of how plans to return to the office will be impacted. Keith Ferrazzi, founder and chairman of Ferrazzi Greenlight, a global consulting and coaching firm, joined CBSN to discuss how company leaders can optimize their hybrid work-from-home models.
96% of ICU beds across Texas are full as COVID cases surge
According to the Texas Department of Health, there are only 321 ICU beds left open for the 30 million people in the state.
Young mom dies of COVID days after giving birth
After an emergency C-section, Kristen McMullen was only able to hold her baby "a few short minutes" before being rushed to the ICU, her family said.
Surgeon general on what lies ahead for COVID - "The Takeout"
Murthy told "Takeout" host Major Garrett "it's just a matter of time" before COVID booster shots are required.
Dr. Anthony Fauci — CBSN full interview
In a live interview on CBSN, Dr. Anthony Fauci said he feels "quite good" a day after receiving the coronavirus vaccine. Fauci spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green about the rollout of vaccines nationwide, the state of the pandemic ahead of the Christmas holiday, and how much longer it may be before life returns to "some form of normality."
Chicago's Lollapalooza wasn't a superspreader event, health official says
As of Wednesday, no hospitalizations or deaths have been reported in relation to the music festival, Chicago's public health commissioner said.
COVID risks at massive music festival
Organizers behind the massive four-day Lollapalooza music festival in Chicago say they're taking precautions to make sure attendees are safe from COVID. But health officials are concerned now that the Delta variant is becoming widespread.
COVID vaccine mandates "gaining momentum"
The pressure to increase coronavirus vaccinations is mounting as the CDC warns cases, hospitalizations and deaths are on the rise in the U.S. As CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports, more businesses, schools and cities are now issuing vaccine mandates in the hopes of slowing the spread. Then, Dr. Annalee Baker, an associate professor of emergency medicine at NYU's Grossman School of Medicine, joins CBSN's Michael George to discuss the latest.
U.S. jobless claims drop for 3rd consecutive week
The Department of Labor reported that U.S. jobless claims dropped for the third week in a row. It signals the American economy is strengthening but economists are still concerned about the impact from the rising COVID-19 cases. Axios markets reporter Courtenay Brown joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
CDC: Pregnant women should get vaccinated
The CDC now strongly recommends pregnant and breastfeeding people get a COVID-19 vaccine. New data shows there is no increased risk of miscarriage. Immunotherapy specialist Dr. Leo Nissola joined CBSN to discuss the latest guidance.
New COVID vaccine mandates as cases strain hospitals
New coronavirus cases are being reported faster in the U.S. than anywhere else in the world. The nation is averaging more than 132,000 new infections per day, up 35% in a week. The numbers are giving new urgency in the drive to vaccinate Americans. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
CDC urges COVID vaccine during pregnancy
The CDC updated its guidelines to strongly urge pregnant people to get vaccinated. New research shows no risk of a miscarriage, but those pregnant still face a serious risk of contracting a COVID infection. Janet Shamlian reports.
VA secretary on COVID vaccine mandates
Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss vaccine mandates for federal works, vaccine hesitancy among veterans, and the latest on VA funding in the Senate's $3.5 trillion spending bill. Read more here.
Congressman on pandemic preparedness
Representative Ritchie Torres is calling on the federal government to fully fund pandemic preparedness. The New York Democrat joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss how a $30 billion investment could help prevent the next major pandemic.
Fauci on vaccine boosters and pregnancy guidance
The FDA's authorization of a COVID booster shot for immunocompromised individuals is expected to be imminent. It comes after new guidance from the CDC recommending pregnant women receive the vaccine. President Biden's chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss.
Unemployment claims fall near pandemic low
375,000 people filed first-time unemployment during the week ending August 7, a sign that the economy is strengthening. Mark Hamrick, senior economic analyst for BankRate, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss what the numbers mean.
Chief of Cherokee Nation on infrastructure bill
President Biden spoke with local leaders Wednesday to help promote the Senate-passed infrastructure bill. Chuck Hoskin, Jr., chief of the Cherokee Nation, was one of those leaders at the virtual roundtable. Hoskin joined "CBSN AM" from Tahlequah, Oklahoma, to discuss what the infrastructure investment would mean for his community, as well as the latest on coronavirus pandemic and a new probe looking into Indian boarding school sites.
County asks residents to use 911 sparingly amid COVID surge
"Leave emergency room and ambulance trips for those with life-threatening or serious emergencies," the county's fire chief said.
West Virginia college to charge unvaccinated students $750
Students who contract the virus during the semester and who are unable to return home will be charged $250 in order to quarantine on campus.
Texas governor files challenge to end Dallas County mask mandate
A federal judge on Tuesday night temporarily halted an order from Abbott that banned mask mandates.
Florida school board to require masks despite ban
The Broward County School Board voted overwhelmingly to require students to wear masks even though the state has banned mask mandates amid a COVID surge from the Delta variant.
Masks and respirators are back in high demand
Some mask makers were caught flat-footed when orders soared at the end of July, especially from Delta variant hotspots.
Trump waives tariffs on largest buyers of Russian oil
Attorneys for Rep. Ilhan Omar accuse DOJ of violating judge's orders
On economy, Vance says "we're turning the ship around"
EU diplomats say they were attacked by settlers in West Bank
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