White House partners with Uber and Lyft for free rides to vaccinations
The program will go into effect in the next two weeks and run until July 4.
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FDA authorizes Pfizer vaccine for some kids
Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine trial of more than 2,200 volunteers ages 12 to 15 showed zero COVID-19 cases among those who were fully vaccinated. CBS News spoke to one teen who was a part of the trial who says, "it's just worth it in every way you look at it." Davd Begnaud reports.
Pfizer vaccine could be available for ages 2 and up by fall
The drugmaker is also conducting clinical trials on their vaccine for babies aged 6 months and older.
Pfizer executive on FDA emergency authorization
Nearly 17 million people will soon become eligible to get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine after the FDA authorized its use for children 12 to 15. Dr. William Gruber, Pfizer's Senior Vice President of Vaccine Clinical Research and Development, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss vaccine safety and other trials Pfizer is conducting.
Navigating pandemic-era real estate market
Buying a home for the first time can be complicated, and adding in current pandemic-era market factors like low inventory, low mortgage rates and increasing demand could lead to even more headaches. Daryl Fairweather, a chief economist at the real estate brokerage Redfin, joined "CBSN AM" with tips on how to navigate the competitive market.
Eliminating flight voucher expirations
Millions of Americans canceled their airline reservations last year because of the coronavirus. Since most of them didn't get their money back, two U.S. senators are moving to force airlines to give them refunds. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Machines sent from U.S. saving lives in COVID-battered India
The need for help is beyond urgent as surging coronavirus infections cripple India's health care system, and every life saved comes with a backdrop of grief.
Doctor on herd immunity and Biden's response
Dr. Julie Morita, the executive vice president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and a former chief medical officer of the Chicago Department of Public Health, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on COVID-19, including the likelihood of herd immunity and President Biden's pandemic response.
Distracted nurse gives woman 6 doses of COVID vaccine in one shot
Italian hospital apologizes for lapse on a busy day, but says the young woman has shown no adverse reaction to the overdose of the Pfizer vaccine.
FDA authorizes Pfizer's COVID vaccine for adolescents
The FDA has approved Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine for kids ages 12 to 15. As CBS News' Meg Oliver reports, the CDC will need to endorse this decision before shots can be administered. Then, Dr. Jessica Shepherd, the chief medical officer at Verywell Health, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
Half of U.S. workers have burnout, data shows
A recent study from career website Indeed indicates that more than half of U.S. workforce is experiencing burnout, and it's only become worse during the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Jessi Gold joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss why.
India battles devastating COVID surge
India is still struggling to contain the spread of the coronavirus. The public is increasing its calls for nationwide lockdowns as the country reports over 366,000 confirmed cases in 24 hours. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports from New Delhi.
Travel industry preps for post-pandemic surge
Over a 1.5 million Americans kicked of their weekend traveling through airport security ahead of Mother's Day. As airlines prepare for the summer travel season, Clear CEO Caryn Seidman Becker joins CBSN to discuss health passports, changing travel credentials and the future of the air travel once the pandemic is over.
Doctor cautions against reopening too quickly
States across the country are lifting COVID-19 restrictions as more than half of adults in the U.S. have had at least one vaccine shot. Dr. Eric Cioe-Peña, the director of global health and an emergency room physician at Northwell Health, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
FDA authorizes Pfizer vaccine for kids 12 to 15
The FDA authorized Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to be used in children ages 12 to 15. But some parents are still hesitant to vaccinate their children. Meg Oliver takes a look.
What parents should know about Pfizer shot for kids
Dr. Jon LaPook explains how parents should determine whether their children should get Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine and how soon they can get it.
An exclusive look at the asylum process
The Biden administration has admitted more than 10,000 asylum seekers since it ended former President Trump's "Remain in Mexico" policy in January. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez sat down with a couple who were reunited because of the policy reversal. He joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest at the border.
Michelle Obama says "get your vaccine"
Former first lady Michelle Obama speaks out about the impact of this past year on our collective mental health, shares rules for hanging out with the Obamas. She also talks candidly about the future hopes for her daughters Sasha and Malia.
A third of people in the U.S. are fully vaccinated
A third of the U.S. population is now fully vaccinated against the coronavirus. But the pace of inoculations is slowing, forcing public health officials to shift their approach. As Janet Shamlian shows us, there are new efforts to expand vaccine access and eligibility. Then, pediatrician Dr. Suzette Oyeku from the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore joins CBSN's Lana Zak with her analysis.
Homebuyers facing challenges in hot market
A shortage of homes for sale continues to boost prices by double digits across the country. Those looking to buy are being pushed to extremes to win bids. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins CBSN AM to discuss.
A drop in college enrollment could be hurting low-income students most
That drop is "larger than anything we have seen in years," National Student Clearinghouse Research Center Executive Director Doug Shapiro warned on CBSN Monday.
Church continues services after 74 people get COVID-19
The Oregon Health Authority has launched an investigation into the outbreak at People's Church in Oregon.
Air travel surges over Mother's Day weekend
With COVID-19 vaccinations rising and cases falling, travel is slowly getting back to pre-pandemic levels. But a fight is brewing in Florida - Norwegian Cruise Lines says it may pull its ships from the sunshine state after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's new law prevented them from requiring proof of vaccination. Errol Barnett reports.
Michelle Obama reveals rule to "hang out" with her family: "Be vaccinated"
Speaking with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King, the former first lady discussed the pandemic's impact on mental health along with her hopes and fears as Malia Obama graduates college.
India receives vital medical aid to combat COVID crisis
Actor and philanthropist Anupam Kher started a network to help coordinate the distribution of medical supplies across India, a country grappling with a grim COVID outbreak. These medical supplies have been donated by Mount Sinai in New York. Nancy Chen reports.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
No suspect identified in disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Georgia army veteran faces deportation after 50 years in U.S.
A Covington Army veteran facing deportation after more than 50 years in the U.S. could be removed this week.
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Man who tried to shoot Trump at Florida golf course gets life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Minnesota corrections officials dispute accusations from feds
Immigration authorities say they're targeting the "worst of the worst," but they haven't asked to take custody of over 100 non-citizens in Minnesota's prison system.
Exclusive
Anti-fraud task force targeting Calif., more states to be led by Vance: sources
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order putting JD Vance and Andrew Ferguson in charge of the group.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
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EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
Washington Post begins sweeping layoffs as it scales back news coverage
Former WaPo executive editor Martin Baron told CBS News the paper's coverage will be "dramatically diminished" because of the job cuts.
China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Treaty limiting U.S., Russian nuclear weapons expiring as leaders mull what's next
The last remaining nuclear treaty between the U.S. and Russia is set to expire Thursday, ending decades of arms control between the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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Comedian gets 6 years in Russian prison over joke about war veteran
"I hope no one ever finds themselves in the same situation of brutal legal abuse that I did," Artemy Ostaninsaid in his final statement in court.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
Cold and doubt in Ukraine as 2nd round of talks with Russia kick off
U.S., Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are back around a table for a second round of technical talks, but in Kyiv, Russian bombs bring suffering and skepticism.
Ex-Prince Andrew moves out of royal home amid new Epstein revelations
King Charles' disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves from his royal mansion to a private estate after appearing in newly released Epstein files.
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Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Miranda Lambert sells entire music catalog
Country star Miranda Lambert's entire catalog now belongs to Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Domain Capital Group. Jem Aswad, executive editor for music at Variety, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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No suspect in Guthrie disappearance: police
The Pima County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday that investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
National Guard shooting suspect in court
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., last November, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Ryan Routh sentenced to life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump in 2024 during his campaign for a second term, has been sentenced to life in prison. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
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Space
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Doberman gets moment of redemption at Westminster
History was made at the 150th Westminster Dog Show after a doberman pinscher named Penny was awarded the top prize. Tony Dokoupil has more.
NATO allies practice hunting for Russian subs
In Europe's high north, America's NATO allies are practicing hunting for Russian submarines, with Norway, Spain, Germany and others participating in a military exercise called Arctic Dolphin. Holly Williams got an up close look.
Waymo, Tesla face lawmakers' questions over safety
Top executives at Tesla and Waymo made the case for the safety of their driverless vehicles before a Senate committee, insisting their driving systems are safer than human drivers, despite recent incidents. Kris Van Cleave has details.
Georgia officials demand FBI return ballots
Georgia officials demanded the return of ballots and records from the 2020 election that were seized last week by the FBI. Meanwhile, President Trump's call to nationalizing elections prompts backlash. Weijia Jiang reports.
Rate hikes bring higher utility bills
Millions of Americans are facing higher utility bills after regulators approved a series of rate hikes. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports.