COVID-19 infections down in most states
More than 103 million Americans have been fully vaccinated and a daily average of about 2.6 million people received a shot over the last week. Lilia Luciano has the latest on the COVID crisis.
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COVID deaths and cases surge worldwide
The coronavirus continues to devastate many countries worldwide, especially in India, where hospitals are at capacity and are facing an oxygen shortage. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Inside Michael Lewis' new book
In his new book, Michael Lewis profiles people who tried to sound the alarm about COVID-19 as officials failed to act. John Dickerson reports. Read more here.
States incentivizing COVID vaccinations
A handful of U.S. states are now offering incentives, including savings bonds and free drinks, for people to roll up their sleeves.
Las Vegas looking to bounce back post-pandemic
Las Vegas has seen a rise in visitors and unemployment numbers are starting to come down after the pandemic hit the Nevada city particularly hard. Business owners and residents are optimistic the city can recover once the pandemic is under control. Anna Werner reports.
Nearly 40% of U.S. adults have been vaccinated
States are loosening restrictions and airlines are no longer blocking middle seats as more Americans get their COVID-19 vaccinations. But some health officials warn we are not out of the woods yet. Danya Bacchus reports.
Some states incentivizing COVID-19 vaccinations
A handful of U.S. states are now offering incentives, including savings bonds and free drinks, for people to roll up their sleeves.
U.S. sends emergency aid shipments to India
The U.S. is sending emergency aid shipments to India as the nation battles against a deadly second wave of COVID-19. CBS senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports on the status of the outbreak there and in Brazil, where deaths are skyrocketing. Then, CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on new travel restrictions barring most travel into the U.S. from India, which will go into effect Tuesday.
Klain: Reports of Iran hostage deal "not true"
White House chief of staff Ron Klain says the U.S. has not reached an agreement to secure the release of four American hostages from Iran.
COVID surges in pockets of U.S.
CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from Georgia on the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 on the United States.
India, South America drive COVID surges
Senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports on the global impacts of COVID-19.
Gottlieb says U.S. "locking in" gains against COVID-19 as vaccinations continue
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says the nationwide effort to vaccinate Americans has been a "monumental achievement."
COVID-19 vaccines' life-saving breakthrough
While coronavirus vaccines have only been on the market for a few months now, the science behind them has been years in the making.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on May 2, 2021
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, White House Chief of Staff and Senator Tim Scott sat down with John Dickerson
Face The Nation: Gottlieb, Focus Group
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on coronavirus cases in the U.S. as some states ease restrictions, global impacts of COVID-19 and voters spar over race and recovery in "Face the Nation" focus group.
Gottlieb says U.S. "locking in" gains against virus with vaccinations
"We're entering warm months, when this is going to create a backstop against continued spread of the coronavirus," Gottlieb said.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired May 2, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
My word!
Growing up, Jonathan and Hilary Krieger’s vocabulary was enlivened with a word their dad, Neil, used whenever a citrus fruit squirted you in the eye – a word they couldn’t find in a dictionary. Turns out he’d made it up! But with his passing last year from COVID, the Kriegers have set out to honor Neil by getting his word officially recognized by the publishers of dictionaries. Steve Hartman reports on their efforts to put in a good word for “orbisculate.”
Open: This is "Face the Nation," May 2
Today on "Face the Nation," we talk exclusively with two key players in the drama that's likely to impact every American.
Back to the office (maybe)
Sixty percent of working Americans say, ideally, they'll work from home or remotely at least part of the time post-pandemic. But will employees be able to decide if, or how frequently, they can skip the commute? And how will we adjust to being co-workers in an office once again? Correspondent Susan Spencer looks at how one company anticipates the challenges of a new work environment, and with experts who say it's important for our productivity, and our mental health, to head back to the office.
India opens COVID vaccinations to all adults in effort to tame spike
Less than 2% of the population has been fully immunized against COVID-19 and around 10% has received a single dose.
Will AstraZeneca's vaccine get approved in U.S.?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says more than 101 million Americans are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The AstraZeneca vaccine, which is deployed in Europe, is vying to be the fourth available in the United States. Jenny Strasburg, a European correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, joined CBSN with more.
Turkey goes into first full lockdown
Turkey is under its first full nationwide lockdown since the coronavirus pandemic began last March. The country had previously issued a series of partial lockdowns in an attempt to slow the spread of the deadly virus. CBS News producer Pinar Sevinclidir has more from Istanbul how the lockdown is affecting Turkish citizens across the country.
Author Andy Weir on "Project Hail Mary"
Author Andy Weir's debut space adventure rocketed to the top of the best-seller lists and inspired the Oscar-nominated film, "The Martian." Now the author is back with "Project Hail Mary," about a lone astronaut's last-ditch effort to save humanity from a mortal threat. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Jeff Glor catches up with Weir.
90 migrants found in crammed home
Dozens of people were discovered crammed into one house and living in poor conditions in Houston. Some showed signs of the coronavirus. Police and the Department of Homeland Security are trying to determine who the people are. Omar Villafranca reports.
Nancy Guthrie's children tell possible abductor: "Please, reach out to us"
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
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 can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's risk of escape, judge rules
A judge says U.S. immigration agents in Oregon must stop arresting people without warrants unless they are likely to escape.
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.
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.
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.
Family friend calls Nancy Guthrie's disappearance "heart-wrenching"
"Nancy and Savannah have both contributed so much to the Tucson community," Sally Shamrell, the Guthries' family friend of over 30 years, told CBS News.
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2026 Winter Olympics: Athletes, events and milestones by the numbers
The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.
2 killed in police helicopter crash at active shooting scene in Arizona
A police helicopter crashed near the scene of what authorities in Flagstaff, Arizona called "an active officer-involved shooting investigation," according to police in Page, Arizona.
Sixth person arrested in connection with shooting of judge, wife in Indiana
Police have accused members of a motorcycle club and a street gang of targeting the judge.
LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
ICE can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's risk of escape, judge rules
A judge says U.S. immigration agents in Oregon must stop arresting people without warrants unless they are likely to escape.
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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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Trump to give Medal of Honor to pilot who secretly faced off with Soviet jets
President Trump is awarding the Medal of Honor to a pilot whose faceoff with Soviet fighter jets remained secret for a half-century and a soldier who died in Afghanistan while shielding somebody from a suicide bomber.
ICE can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's risk of escape, judge rules
A judge says U.S. immigration agents in Oregon must stop arresting people without warrants unless they are likely to escape.
Colorado Dems demand answers on ICE "death cards," alleged fake traffic stops
Some Democratic Colorado lawmakers are demanding answers after reports that "death cards" were left in the vehicles of people detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and over claims that immigration agents used fake traffic stops to detain them.
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.
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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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2026 Winter Olympics: Athletes, events and milestones by the numbers
The 2026 Winter Olympics are bringing thousands of athletes from around the world together for more than two weeks of competition — and the Games are a gold mine for statistics.
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.
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LaMonte McLemore, singer and founding member of The 5th Dimension, dies at 90
The 5th Dimension had broad crossover success and won six Grammy Awards, including record of the year twice.
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.
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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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2 killed in police helicopter crash at active shooting scene in Arizona
A police helicopter crashed near the scene of what authorities in Flagstaff, Arizona called "an active officer-involved shooting investigation," according to police in Page, Arizona.
Nancy Guthrie's children tell possible abductor: "Please, reach out to us"
Savannah Guthrie said she and her family were aware of reports of a ransom note and that they are "ready to talk."
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.
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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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Full interview: Radosław Sikorski
CBS News' Olivia Gazis speaks with Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski of Poland about President Trump's push for Greenland, NATO and the relationship between Poland and the U.S.
Still no suspect in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Investigators in the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, still haven't identified a suspect or person of interest in the Arizona case. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Savannah Guthrie posts plea for mom's return
"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie posted a video on Wednesday night pleading for her mother Nancy's return. Nancy Guthrie was reported missing Sunday and authorities believe she was abducted.
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.