1 in 3 COVID survivors diagnosed with mental health conditions
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Biden moves up vaccine eligibility timeline
President Biden announced Tuesday that April 19 is his administration's new deadline for making all Americans eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
U.K. coronavirus variant reported in all 50 states
Dr. Anthony Fauci says the U.S. is "on the brink" of another coronavirus surge. As CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports, the more contagious variant first found in the U.K. is now in all 50 states as officials race to vaccinate Americans. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease specialist and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss how to get ahead of a possible fourth wave.
Biden moves up deadline for adult vaccine eligibility
President Biden announced that April 19 is the new date for adults to become eligible for the coronavirus vaccine as many states lift restrictions. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
States expand vaccine eligibility and relax mandates
At least 31 states have begun vaccinating residents as young as 16. Some are making the shots a requirement to return to college campuses. Nikki Battiste reports.
White House moves up vaccine eligibility
The White House is moving up its timeline to make all American adults eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, Politico White House correspondent and associate editor Anita Kumar and New York Magazine writer Jonathan Chait join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the Biden administration's vaccine policy, plus voting rights and the president's infrastructure proposal.
Vaccine eligibility opens up as cases rise
President Biden has directed states to make COVID-19 vaccines available to all adults by April 19. His administration is racing to increase vaccinations after COVID-19 cases rose for a fourth week straight. CBS News reporter Alex Tin joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on that plus updated safety guidelines from the CDC.
Vaccine eligibility opening up in April
President Biden is expected to make April 19 the deadline for states to expand vaccine eligibility to all adults in the U.S. Dr. Jerry Abraham, director of vaccine programs at the Kedren Health Center in Los Angeles, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss how this new vaccine deadline could impact the nation’s efforts to prevent a possible fourth wave of infection.
Dr. B connects patients with leftover vaccines
Zocdoc founder Cyrus Massoumi has created a website called "Dr.B" that matches people with leftover vaccines. He joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero for a closer look at how his new venture is helping people during the pandemic.
Texas Rangers fill stands with 38,000 fans in home opener
The Rangers home opener featured the first packed baseball stadium since 2019.
North Korea to skip 2021 Olympics
North Korea has announced it will not send athletes to the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. The East Asian country is pointing to coronavirus concerns in its decision to skip the summer games, foreign correspondent Lucy Craft reports for CBSN.
"Traumatic": Report says nearly 40,000 kids have lost a parent to COVID
"The burden will grow heavier as the death toll continues to mount," the study's authors state.
81% of teachers vaccinated or have appointments, according to union survey
Educators also weigh in on whether vaccinations should be required for students and teachers.
COVID-19 cases in youth linked to UK variant
Dr. Dyan Hes, the founder of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City, joins CBSN to discuss the latest COVID-19 developments including an increase in COVID-19 cases linked to youth sports and extracurricular activities.
Guatemalan migrants fleeing floods, pandemic
Migrants fleeing to the United States are now describing impoverished, dire conditions caused by natural disasters spurred by climate change. Manuel Bojorquez shares their stories from Guatemala.
Michigan is newest COVID-19 epicenter
"CBS This Morning" lead national correspondent David Begnaud visits a hospital in Michigan, which is nearing capacity yet again because of coronavirus cases. He spoke to one man whose mom is on a ventilator due to COVID-19 about why she decided not to get vaccinated.
Michigan becomes new COVID-19 epicenter
"I don't know what's going on here," one patient said.
Australia and New Zealand opening travel "bubble" between them
That means residents will be able to travel between both countries without needing to quarantine. Both have been able to keep infection rates at near zero.
Robots test wastewater to predict COVID outbreaks
A pilot program in California is monitoring wastewater to detect COVID. Officials have been using the technique to help schools reopen safely and reduce the risk of an outbreak. CBS News' Nichelle Medina reports from San Diego.
Pandemic's toll on women's mental health
Women are slowly making job gains now that schools are reopening across the nation, but there's still a long way to go to make up for about 4.6 million jobs women lost during the pandemic. Mothers have been particularly forced to grapple with both increased child care demands and disproportionate job loss. Dr. Rebecca Mannis, a developmental psychologist, learning specialist and neuroscientist, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss how that's had an impact on their mental health.
COVID-19 cases rising across the U.S.
Coronavirus infections have increased in the U.S. for four consecutive weeks and young Americans are leading the surge. But as CBS News' David Begnaud reports, it's not all bad news as the nation hits a new daily vaccination record. Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon and professor of otolaryngology at Columbia University, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
The path out of the pandemic "runs through the evangelical church"
Public health officials' messaging isn't reaching many evangelicals. Some faith leaders are trying to change that.
Michigan emerges as epicenter as COVID cases soar
Michigan has become the new epicenter for coronavirus cases in the U.S. and officials are trying to figure out why. David Begnaud reports.
Vaccine hesitancy in the evangelical community
White evangelicals are the least likely religious group to say they will "definitely or probably" get the COVID-19 vaccine, according to a Pew study from February. Some evangelical leaders and public health officials have begun to address the hesitancy. CBS News' Kathryn Watson joins CBSN's Tom Hanson with more.
Doctor on new CDC travel guidance
The Transportation Security Administration screened over 1.5 million air travelers on the Friday before Easter, the most since the pandemic began. Before the holiday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new travel guidance for people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Dr. Ron Elfenbein, the medical director and owner of First Call Medical Center, joined CBSN to discuss.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
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Deadline for wider U.S.-Iran deal about to expire amid stalemate
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to reach a wider deal and re-open the Strait of Hormuz expires Monday with no deal in sight.
Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing" from McConnell
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following a formal request for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
Tropical Storm Lala drenches Hawaii as flash floods sweep away Big Island homes
Lala was weakening but stili packing a punch as it moved away from the islands, forecasters said.
CBS News poll on whether Democrats split over socialism
Americans think more young people in office would make politics better.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.
RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Tommy John, MLB All-Star pitcher who had a surgery named after him, dies at 83
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and Rep. Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
Tommy John, MLB All-Star pitcher who had a surgery named after him, dies at 83
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Bacon says Congress "should have oversight" amid concerns about USS Lincoln
GOP Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska said Congress should conduct oversight following concerns about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which is being replaced after a nearly nine-month deployment.
Beshear says he's "heard absolutely nothing" from McConnell
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear said he hasn't heard back from Sen. Mitch McConnell following formal requests for an update on his health last month amid a weekslong hospitalization.
Short pants: The long and the short of it
The summer of 1936 saw a heat wave so dangerous at least five thousand people died. It also saw the popularization of a cooler fashion alternative – shorts – which, in some jurisdictions, were illegal.
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CBS News poll on whether Democrats split over socialism
Americans think more young people in office would make politics better.
Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
The U.S. has refunded more than $100 billion in illegal tariffs to businesses, and some of that money is going to consumers — here's what to know.
Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
The 14oz soup kits were distributed at Walmart stores in 29 states between June 30 and July 7, according to the FDA.
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RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and Rep. Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
Bacon says Congress "should have oversight" amid concerns about USS Lincoln
GOP Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska said Congress should conduct oversight following concerns about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which is being replaced after a nearly nine-month deployment.
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RFK Jr.'s hunt for autism culprits stalls amid Trump's baseless vaccine order
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s closed-door research has yet to produce evidence linking vaccines and autism.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
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U.S. tourist reportedly killed by lightning strike on Italy's Mount Etna
An American man hiking up Italy's active Mount Etna volcano was killed by a lightning strike, the national news agency ANSA reports.
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U.S. and Iran locked in stalemate as 60-day window for talks expires
The 60-day deadline for the U.S. and Iran to reach a wider peace deal and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz expires Monday, with no deal in sight.
Trump orders Pentagon to "substantially reduce" military exercises with South Korea
President Trump said Sunday that the joint military exercises with South Korea are costly and they "send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hostile" to North Korea.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders in Egypt to discuss Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner, who is President Trump's son-in-law, is set to meet next with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who rejected the latest peace proposal last week.
Transcript: Rep. Don Bacon on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 16, 2026
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Don Bacon, Republican of Nebraska, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 16, 2026.
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Hayden Panettiere, known for "Heroes" and "Remember the Titans," dies at 36
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Movie theaters boom amid studio hits
The box office has been booming in 2026, with five blockbuster hits making over $1 billion. Mark Strassmann has more details from Los Angeles.
8/16: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: Weather becoming more extreme; Rahm Emanuel; The Eagles' Don Henley; ex-Amish, now social media creator Lovina Zook; trophy bull riding belt buckles; the iNaturalist app; and the long and short of short pants.
The Eagles' "Long Goodbye" farewell tour, now longer
The Eagles, one of the greatest old-school bands on Earth (and whose "Greatest Hits" compilation is the bestselling album in history), have extended their farewell tour, currently in residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas. Eagles co-founder Don Henley talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the band's half-century relationship with their fans; the legacy of his late bandmate Glenn Frey; and how his pre-performance regimen has changed with age. (Originally broadcast Feb. 8, 2026.)
Almanac: August 16
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
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States crack down on misleading home listings
More home listings are using AI to add furniture, repaint walls, spruce up landscaping and even add windows. But when does virtual staging cross the line into deception or even fraud? CBS News' Evyn Moon explores.
The iNaturalist app – Mixing science with fun
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species. (Originally broadcast March 22, 2026.)
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.
The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies
Above Earth's atmosphere, an arms race is unfolding. Thousands of miles above the ground, satellites from different companies and nations are observing us and each other. To learn more, Olivia Gazis traveled to Vantor, a Colorado-based satellite technology company.
Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
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Security video helps lead to a masked killer who tried to hide the crime
Dr. Steven Milner, a well-respected Oregon veterinarian, was accused of stalking and disguising himself before murdering Kenny Fandrich — the husband of a former employee. Security cameras played a key role in how detectives pieced the case together.
Violent crime down in big cities
Violent crime numbers are down across many major U.S. cities. Ali Bauman is in Newark, New Jersey, which has seen a large drop in homicides.
5 hurt in Virginia State University shooting
Police say multiple suspects were involved in the Virginia State University campus shooting that wounded five on Saturday.
Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper
To celebrate Mozart's 270th birthday this year, German artist Ottmar Hörl made 320 statuettes of the composer and his dog, Pimperl, placing them around Salzburg, Austria. However, the statuettes have been pilfered.
Italian art heist foiled
Five accused thieves are under arrest after police say they took $10 million worth of art from a private museum in an Italian villa.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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100-year-old skydives in California
Ruby McNally is 100 years old, and she is leaping into the next century of life by skydiving, saying, "There's nothing to be scared of." Ashley Sharp has the story.
Movie theaters boom amid studio hits
The box office has been booming in 2026, with five blockbuster hits making over $1 billion. Mark Strassmann has more details from Los Angeles.
Tommy John dies at 83
Tributes poured in on Sunday for Tommy John. The baseball legend known as the "bionic man" has died at age 83. Shanelle Kaul reports from Yankee Stadium.
Europe endures its fifth heat wave this summer
Europe has been sweating through its fifth round of dangerously high temperatures since May. Ramy Inocencio is in London with more.
69% of Americans not satisfied with economy: poll
A new CBS News poll found 69% of Americans are not satisfied with how the economy is working. With the Iran war in its sixth month, there's still pain at the pump. Aaron Navarro has more.