Biden targets diverse groups with vaccine hesitancy for COVID-19 funds
The CDC has awarded more than $17 million to organizations planning vaccine education for groups of color.
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Sports arenas begin reopening in New York City
Fans are allowed in sports arenas for the first time in nearly a year.
New York City eases COVID restrictions at arenas
New York City is slowly reopening large venues, including sports arenas and soon movie theaters, despite the rise in a more contagious variant of the coronavirus. Nikki Battiste reports.
Biden honors lives lost to COVID-19
President Biden held a ceremony Monday evening to honor over 500,000 Americans who died from the coronavirus. Earlier in the day, he made changes to a federal program that helps small businesses impacted by the pandemic. CBS News' Natalie Brand joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest from the White House.
105-year-old beats COVID-19
This 105-year-old woman in New Jersey has survived the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, two world wars, three husbands and raised three sons. Now, she's overcome COVID-19.
Why COVID-19 variants are more contagious
Some preliminary studies are shedding light on the new coronavirus variants spreading around the globe. Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon and assistant professor of ENT at New York Presbyterian/Columbia University, joins CBSN to explain what we know about several of the major variants, plus the idea that people who've recovered from COVID-19 may only need one dose of vaccine.
105-year-old woman beats COVID-19
Lucia DeClerck, who survived the Spanish flu, two world wars, and the deaths of three husbands, is now the oldest person in her nursing home to beat COVID-19.
Black-owned businesses have taken bigger hit during pandemic
Black business owners reported less revenue in 2020 than their White counterparts, according to H&R Block survey.
Lives to remember: Those we've lost to coronavirus
Here are just some of the coronavirus pandemic's many victims: who they were, and the lives they touched.
Face the Nation is #1 in viewers on Feb. 21
"Face the Nation" is the only Sunday show up across the board from last week, last year, and season to date
Some key benefits in third stimulus bill
$1,400 checks, tax credits and suspended evictions – CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains some of the key proposed benefits in the latest stimulus package.
Lives to Remember: 2/23/21
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, families across the U.S. are still losing loved ones. The victims include beloved television host Sonny Fox, nurse Iris Meda, musical director James Glica-Hernandez, Chicago basketball coach Donnie Kirksey and alumni coordinator Stephanie Smith. Anthony Mason profiles them in the series Lives to Remember.
Biden speaks on COVID deaths, plans more aid
President Biden spoke to the nation Monday night after the country surpassed 500,000 COVID-19 deaths. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins "CBSN AM" to talk about the president's message, the latest on his economic relief package and other news from the White House.
Remembering the lives lost to coronavirus
Some of the women widowed by the virus are finding solace in one another.
Biden commemorates 500,000 U.S. lives lost to COVID-19
No country has lost more lives to the pandemic than the U.S.
U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 500,000
It was a somber day as the U.S. passed 500,000 coronavirus deaths. President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris held a moment of silence to pay tribute to the lives lost. Carter Evans reports.
U.S. COVID-19 death toll tops 500,000
The U.S. surpassed 500,000 coronavirus deaths on Monday. That's the highest COVID-19 death toll of any country, and it's higher than the death toll of bold world wars combined. Dr. Leo Nissola, a physician and immunotherapy scientist, joins CBSN with more on how we got to this point and how we move forward.
U.S. reaches nearly 500,000 COVID-19 deaths
Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden's chief medical adviser and the country's top expert on infectious diseases joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss nearly reaching 500,000 COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. He also spoke about the recent decline in new COVID-19 cases, vaccine distribution and why he says Americans may still need to wear masks in 2022.
Biden directing PPP aid to small businesses
President Biden will announce several revisions to a federal program helping businesses stay afloat during the pandemic, the Paycheck Protection Program. The changes are aimed at ensuring more small and minority-owned businesses are able to qualify for federal assistance. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN to discuss what those changes entail.
Biden marking 500,000 U.S. COVID deaths
The bells at the Washington National Cathedral tolled 500 times Monday evening, marking 500,000 U.S. deaths from COVID-19. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, CBS News senior White House and politics correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Politico White House correspondent Eugene Daniels join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss how President Biden is commemorating the lives lost as he pushes Congress to pass his relief bill.
Norah O'Donnell reflects on the toll of the pandemic
With the U.S. passing the staggering number of 500,000 lives lost to the coronavirus, Norah O'Donnell takes a moment for remembrance -- and a reason to be hopeful.
Remembering the lives lost to coronavirus
To fully comprehend the loss of so many lives during the pandemic, it helps to see their faces and hear from the loved ones they left behind. Nikki Battiste shares their stories.
Biden commemorates lives lost to COVID-19
President Biden spoke at the White House to mark the tragic milestone of 500,000 American lives lost to the COVID-19 pandemic. "We have to fight this together, as one people," he said. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell anchors this CBS News Special Report from Washington, D.C.
Millions of COVID cases went undiagnosed
As the U.S. reaches a toll of 500,000 lives lost to COVID-19, a new study suggests millions of infections last year went undiagnosed. The study's senior author, Kaitlyn Sadtler, an investigator at the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering, joins CBSN to discuss what the findings mean for potential immunity.
Freedom House medical service makes comeback
The coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the problem of unequal health care in under-served areas of the country. Now a hospital in Pittsburgh is reviving a decades-old emergency medical service to help communities of color. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz deadline delayed amid talks with Iran
As Iran threatens to mine the entire Persian Gulf, Trump says his deadline for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen is postponed amid negotiations with Tehran.
2 pilots killed as plane and fire-rescue truck collide at LaGuardia Airport
Two pilots were killed and dozens of people injured at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night when an arriving Air Canada Express plane and fire and rescue vehicle collided, authorities said.
ICE agents deployed to some U.S. airports as TSA lines stretch for hours
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
Trump postpones strikes on Iran's power plants, but Iran denies talks
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
Supreme Court hears case over mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Mississippi law that allows ballots that are postmarked by but received up to five days after Election Day to be counted.
Suspected hate crime as 4 Jewish group ambulances set ablaze in London
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
Dow jumps more than 1,000 points after Trump delays Iran ultimatum
Crude oil prices also dropped after President Trump said the administration had held "good and productive" peace talks with Iran.
Could the Iran war help Ukraine get back in Trump's good books?
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
Trump administration says it's ready to deport Abrego Garcia to Liberia
The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to dissolve her order preventing ICE from deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia.
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DOJ guts office helping poorer immigrants obtain affordable legal aid, sources say
The DOJ's Recognition and Accreditation program enables non-attorneys to assist immigrants with needs including naturalization petitions and immigration court appearances.
As airport delays continue, can enrolling in TSA PreCheck save you time?
"TSA PreCheck will likely help you, even now with the long lines we're seeing at checkpoints," said one travel expert.
Trump has Christopher Columbus statue placed near White House
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies of cancer at 43
The reclusive billionaire bought a majority stake in OnlyFans in 2018, growing the site into a major adult content platform.
ICE agents deployed to some U.S. airports as TSA lines stretch for hours
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
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As airport delays continue, can enrolling in TSA PreCheck save you time?
"TSA PreCheck will likely help you, even now with the long lines we're seeing at checkpoints," said one travel expert.
How to cut down on pet expenses as costs rise
Pet ownership costs over the past year have increased by up to 10%, according to Rover.
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies of cancer at 43
The reclusive billionaire bought a majority stake in OnlyFans in 2018, growing the site into a major adult content platform.
Dow jumps more than 1,000 points after Trump delays Iran ultimatum
Crude oil prices also dropped after President Trump said the administration had held "good and productive" peace talks with Iran.
Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
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DOJ guts office helping poorer immigrants obtain affordable legal aid, sources say
The DOJ's Recognition and Accreditation program enables non-attorneys to assist immigrants with needs including naturalization petitions and immigration court appearances.
Could the Iran war help Ukraine get back in Trump's good books?
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
Trump has Christopher Columbus statue placed near White House
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
Trump postpones strikes on Iran's power plants, but Iran denies talks
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
ICE agents deployed to some U.S. airports as TSA lines stretch for hours
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
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More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
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Dozens feared dead in military plane crash in southwestern Colombia
A military cargo plane crashed shortly after taking off in southwestern Colombia, the South American country's military said.
Could the Iran war help Ukraine get back in Trump's good books?
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
Police find $12 million worth of cocaine on smuggling boat off Puerto Rico
Cocaine with an estimated value of $12 million has been seized off the north coast of Puerto Rico, authorities said.
Trump postpones strikes on Iran's power plants, but Iran denies talks
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz deadline delayed amid talks with Iran
As Iran threatens to mine the entire Persian Gulf, President Trump says his deadline for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen is postponed amid negotiations with Tehran.
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Patrick Ball on medical drama "The Pitt"
"The Pitt" star Patrick Ball tells "CBS Mornings" he had been auditioning since 2013 and didn't think his acting dreams were "ever going to happen" when he was cast in the medical drama. He also opens up about how the series is personal for him.
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
Chef Ruthie Rogers on the comforts of food and conversation
The River Cafe in London has had a Michelin star since the late 1990s, thanks to co-founder, owner, acclaimed chef and podcaster Ruthie Rogers, whose new book, "Table 4 at the River Cafe," celebrates conversations and comfort food.
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Ways to cut down on pet care expenses
The cost of care for your pet is rising with one study finding that one in five pet owners carry at least $2,000 in pet-related debt. But there are ways to cut down on pet expenses. Ash-har Quraishi explains.
How iNaturalist app users have fun while aiding science
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 - and, as Martha Stewart discovers, it's fun!
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.
How a fun nature app aids science
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.
Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
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How a fun nature app aids science
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.
Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
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Justin Timberlake's 2024 arrest on video
Newly released bodycam footage shows Justin Timberlake during his 2024 DWI arrest in New York. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspected hate crime as 4 Jewish group ambulances set ablaze in London
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
Fentanyl found inside Barbies sold at Missouri discount store, police say
Police found that five Barbie packages containing fentanyl were sold. They have all been recovered.
Couple on unusual activity at neighbor's home: "I think they finally killed him"
When Gary Herbst, described by his Minnesota neighbors as confrontational, disappeared on July 8, 2013, it appeared he walked out on his wife and teenage son. Years later, a startling discovery would confirm what neighbors thought they might have witnessed.
Wife of Joseph Duggar charged with child endangerment after his arrest
Kendra Duggar was charged with multiple misdemeanors a day after husband Joseph Duggar's arrest.
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Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 liftoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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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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Justin Timberlake's 2024 arrest on video
Newly released bodycam footage shows Justin Timberlake during his 2024 DWI arrest in New York. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Dow jumps after Trump delays Iran ultimatum
The stock market is responding favorably after President Trump said Monday morning that he would postpone his ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Mr. Trump had previously threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants if the strait wasn't reopened by Monday evening. Sabrina Escobar, a reporter for Barron's, joins CBS News to discuss the markets.
Harrowing details from LaGuardia collision
Two pilots were killed and dozens were injured when an Air Canada Express plane collided with a fire-and-rescue vehicle at New York's LaGuardia Airport Sunday night. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson has more.
ICE agents start assisting TSA at airports
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have begun deploying to some U.S. airports to help Transportation Security Administration officers while the partial government shutdown continues. Several TSA officers, who have been working without pay since the shutdown began in mid-February, have resigned or are calling out of work. CBS News reporter Jared Eggleston has more.
Lawmakers feud over DHS funding
Senators reconvened Sunday on Capitol Hill, where they worked through Sen. Markwayne Mullins' nomination for Department of Homeland Security secretary and debated DHS funding and the SAVE America Act. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.