12/15: Red and Blue
Sen. Mitch McConnell acknowledges Biden's win; Melania Trump visits children's hospital
COVID-19
12/8: Red and Blue
The 'safe harbor' deadline to certify results; Voting underway in crucial Georgia Senate races
Could life return to normal by summer?
Some experts say that as more people get vaccinated, coronavirus restrictions could be eased by summer, bringing life back to a degree of normalcy. Dr. James Hamblin, a staff writer at The Atlantic and lecturer at Yale's School of Public Health, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss why he think we could see "A Quite Possibly Wonderful Summer."
This week on "Face the Nation," February 28, 2021
Dr. Anthony Fauci and Rep. Adam Kinzinger appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Queen Elizabeth urges people to get vaccine: "It didn't hurt at all"
The queen said that those who are hesitant to get the vaccine "ought to think about other people rather than themselves."
CBS News poll: Many would get vaccine, but hesitancy remains
Partisans differ on school reopening, according to latest CBS News polling.
White House economist says $1.9 trillion package would deal "blow" to COVID
The $1.9 trillion package "is calibrated to be of a magnitude to finally deal this COVID-19 virus the blow that hasn't occurred yet," Bernstein says.
Khan Academy founder on filling education gaps during COVID
On "Facing Forward," Margaret Brennan talks with Khan Academy founder Sal Khan on getting kids caught up after a lost year of education.
Dr. Fauci answers COVID vaccine questions in CBSN special
Top officials including Dr. Anthony Fauci and FEMA Administrator Bob Fenton join the CBSN special, "A Shot of Hope: Vaccine Questions Answered."
"A Shot of Hope": Returning to school & work
Will a rise in vaccinations help get more kids back to in-school learning? CBSN speaks with Miami-Dade County Schools Superintendent Alberto Carvahlo about how his district is handling it. We also hear from a parent whose child is struggling with all-remote learning in the pandemic. Plus, Axios reporter Erica Pandey explains how employers could require a vaccine before workers can return to the workplace.
"A Shot of Hope: Vaccine Questions Answered"
New variants threaten progress on combating COVID
New York health officials are trying to learn more about a new variant as the number of cases involving the mutation rises. Meg Oliver has the latest.
Do COVID shots prevent infection? That's key to returning to normal
The vaccines seem to be doing a good job of keeping people from developing symptoms but if they can't ward off actual infection, injected people could still be carriers.
California becomes first state to surpass 50,000 COVID deaths
More than 3.5 million people have been infected in California alone.
Poll: Many Latinos hesitant to get vaccine
The Biden administration faces several hurdles to inoculating the U.S. against COVID-19 as quickly as possible, including hesitancy among Latino communities. A recent poll shows nearly half of Latinos in the U.S. will wait and see how the vaccine affects those who receive the shot. Professor Iris Lopez, the director of the Latin American and Latino Studies Program at City College of New York, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the history of mistrust among Latinos with the medical community.
Los Angeles City Council approves hazard pay
The Los Angeles City Council has approved a hazard pay proposal calling for an extra $5 an hour for grocery store workers and retail pharmacy workers at companies with more than 300 employees nationwide. The measure would last until Los Angeles County drops to the lowest of California's COVID-19 risk levels. DeMarco Morgan of CBS Los Angeles has more.
Award shows reimagine ceremonies amid pandemic
Coronavirus concerns have forced the entertainment industry to delay and reimagine their biggest awards shows. The pandemic has also prompted changes to the rules about who is eligible for Hollywood's big prizes. CBS News' Chris Martinez takes a look at what fans can expect this year.
Military families increasingly turning to food banks
Military families are struggling to keep food on the table amid the financial crisis caused by COVID-19.
Law allows Israeli authorities to ID COVID vaccine refusers
Under the new legislation, local authorities, the Education Ministry and welfare service can ask for personal info on anyone who has declined the vaccine.
Women who lost jobs due to COVID turn to food delivery platforms
Women are making up increasing numbers of the delivery workforce for apps like Instacart, UberEats and DoorDash.
Pfizer COVID vaccine found 94% effective in real-world study
Even after one dose, the vaccine proved very effective at preventing serious illness and death.
Many COVID patients face staggering hospital bills
Even people who have insurance are often left with huge tabs, which can vary depending on the state they live in. One survivor calls the numbers "insane."
Sister of D.C mayor dies of COVID-19 complications
The youngest of six siblings, Muriel Bowser, 48, asked the public for "the time and space we need to mourn the loss of Mercia."
Food bank demand surges among military families
Military families are struggling to keep food on the table amid the financial crisis caused by COVID-19. Mark Strassmann has more.
White House sending masks to disadvantaged communities
The Biden administration is distributing more than 25 million masks, targeting low-income communities.
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U.S. reducing troop footprint in Middle East, sources say
Son of Stephen Hubbard, American freed from Russian jail, speaks out
Witkoff blasted for calling Putin a "humanitarian"
Supreme Court rejects bid to restrict treatments for trans inmates
Judge curbs DHS efforts to conduct sweeps for possible noncitizen voters
Elon Musk's Starlink and Starshield, and what they mean to Ukraine
U.S. ordering some government staff to depart Saudi Arabia
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Armed federal agents knock on doors looking for noncitizen voters
