Frontline nurse performs "Amazing Grace" at COVID-19 memorial
A video of Michigan-based nurse Lori Marie Key went viral in April after she was filmed singing "Amazing Grace" to her hospital coworkers.
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Janet Yellen pushes for "big" federal action
CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the "big" actions Janet Yellen wants to see done by the Treasury Department if she is confirmed as secretary by the incoming Biden administration.
New COVID strain in Los Angeles could be driving virus surge
The study, which has not been peer-reviewed, found that more than a third of recent COVID-19 patients at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles were infected with the new strain.
U.S. coronavirus death toll surpasses 400,000
The U.S. coronavirus death toll has surpassed 400,000, just one day before President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. New variants are emerging across the country, adding new urgency to vaccination efforts. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud has the latest, then Dr. Uzma Syed joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss what to expect in the coming weeks.
New York City may run out of COVID vaccine Thursday, mayor says
The city's vaccination rate has outpaced the supply provided by the federal government.
Biden honors 400,000 U.S. COVID deaths
In his final day before being inaugurated, President-elect Joe Biden spoke at ceremony on the National Mall to honor those who've lost thier lives to COVID-19. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Boston Globe national political reporter Jess Bidgood spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about what Mr. Biden has in store for his first days in office, and how he hopes to navigate a narrow Senate majority.
U.S. COVID-19 death toll tops 400,000
Just over a month has passed since America's death toll hit 300,000, and health experts expect COVID-19 to kill half a million people in the U.S. by sometime in February.
Girl's virtual lemonade stand catches eye of Biden's inaugural team
Morgan Marsh McGlone, 8, of Wisconsin will deliver a virtual speech Wednesday night during President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration.
8-year-old starts online lemonade stand for charity
Inspired by the food shortage resulting from the coronavirus pandemic, 8-year-old Morgan Marsh McGlone of Madison, Wisconsin, started a virtual lemonade stand to raise money for a local food charity that lets people pay what they can. Meg Oliver shares her story.
U.K. COVID variant detected across U.S. as nation races to distribute vaccine
Health officials are trying to stay ahead of the virus by vaccinating as many people as possible — but it hasn't been easy.
Biden and Harris honor COVID-19 victims
The Biden Inaugural Committee held a memorial service Tuesday at the Lincoln Memorial to honor the 400,000 Americans who have died of COVD-19. "To heal, we must remember. It's hard, sometimes, to remember. But that's how we heal. It's important to do that as a nation," Mr. Biden said. Watch the memorial.
Martin Shkreli denied early prison release for second time
Shkreli claimed that mental health issues have weakened his immune system and made him more susceptible to contracting the coronavirus.
Biden and Harris honor COVID-19 victims on eve of inauguration
President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris will attend a memorial honor COVID-19 victims on Tuesday.
8-year-old to be featured on Inauguration Day
At just 8-years-old, Cavanaugh Bell from Maryland will be among those featured during the presidential inauguration's primetime special, "Celebrating America." Throughout the pandemic, he's been delivering supplies and building mobile pantries for communities in need. Now, he's taking on a larger role and will be introducing musician Justin Timberlake. Mireya Villarreal caught up with Cavanaugh ahead of the big day.
Dire shortage of convalescent plasma as COVID-19 cases surge
"We need as many of our recovered COVID-19 patients as possible to roll up their sleeves," American Red Cross warns.
Trump's plans for final day in office
President Trump is expected to announce a slew of pardons and commutations on his final full day in office Tuesday, before flying to Florida on Wednesday morning. CBS News senior national correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN to discuss the president's plans.
Coronavirus deaths near 400,000 in U.S.
New vaccination centers are popping up as states try to get the COVID-19 vaccine to underserved communities. One Michigan doctor is doing what he can to help. Lead national correspondent David Begnaud is driving hundreds of miles twice a week to personally deliver COVID-19 vaccines to clinics.
Dr. Ashish Jha on new COVID-19 strains
As the United States nears 400,000 COVID-19 deaths, Dr. Ashish Jha, Dean of Brown University School of Public Health, joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss the incoming Biden administration's promises on vaccine distribution, and the impact of the new strains of the virus being discovered around the world.
Trump expected to issue dozens of pardons
President Trump is expected to issue dozens of pardons Tuesday, his final full day at the White House. He's then expected to skip President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration and instead fly home to Florida before Wednesday's ceremony. CBS News senior national correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Youth COVID-19 hospitalizations rise in U.S.
As youth coronavirus cases continue to rise around the United States, a dangerous inflammatory condition is developing in children. "CBS This Morning" spoke with one Texas family, whose 8-year-old son was nearly killed by it. Mireya Villarreal reports.
WorldView: Alexey Navalny update and more
Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny told supporters to take to the streets after he was arrested upon his return to Moscow. Also, Italy's prime minister is barely holding onto power, and China and the World Health Organization are coming under fire for not acting quicker to contain the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, some tennis players aren't being allowed to leave quarantine to practice for the Australian Open because passengers on their flights tested positive for the coronavirus. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with those stories.
Shortage of convalescent plasma for COVID-19
Some fully recovered COVID-19 patients can give plasma every seven days as long as they still have antibodies. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Texas hospital locks out doctors, patients
Doctors at the Heights Hospital in Houston found themselves locked out Monday, with a note on the door claiming the facility owes more than a million dollars in back rent. KHOU's Matt Dougherty reports.
More kids hospitalized for COVID-19
Studies show more children are going to the hospital to be treated for severe COVID-19 symptoms, and others aren't able to access mental health services they'd normally receive at school. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City, joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the impact of the pandemic and the COVID-19 vaccine trials that are testing the shot's effects on teenagers.
Hearings start for Biden's cabinet nominees
The Senate is kicking off a series of high-stakes confirmation hearings Tuesday for President-elect Joe Biden's top cabinet nominees. Lawmakers will question his picks to lead the Departments of State, Treasury, Homeland Security and Defense along with the director of national intelligence. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN from Wilmington, Delaware with more on the hearings, the upcoming impeachment trial and the new administration's expected first moves.
Iran has "increased efforts to target U.S. personnel," intel chief warns
Police fire tear gas, arrest dozens as France braces for more protests
ICE crackdown prompts some Texas Latinos to turn away from Trump
DOJ sues to block Alaska Senate certification if Sullivan loses
2 ex-FBI officials charged with lying about Hunter Biden's laptop
Ukraine says Starlink speed restored after long disruption
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