U.K. imposes stricter lockdown over new COVID strain
As Britain recorded its highest one-day total of new cases, health officials warned a new variant of the coronavirus is surging at "dangerous rates." Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
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Health advocates promote safety of COVID vaccines
Though the vaccines have been developed quickly, experts are trying to boost the confidence of those who remain skeptical. Dr. Jon LaPook, who received the vaccine, shares more in our series "Vaccinating America."
Trump calls COVID relief bill a "disgrace"
President Trump ordered Congress to revise its bipartisan $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief package, calling it a "disgrace." He's calling for stimulus checks to be raised from $600 to $2,000 each. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Mostly maskless carolers protest LA County stay-at-home order
The demonstration, lead by actor Kirk Cameron, was against a likely extension of the order amid California's raging COVID-19 surge.
Dr. Jon LaPook shares his experience getting the COVID vaccine
"Getting the vaccine felt exactly the same to me as getting a flu shot... No big deal." But then the emotional impact of the moment set in.
Trump delays $900 billion COVID-19 deal
President Trump has not yet signed the bipartisan $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief bill passed by Congress. He says he wants the individual stimulus checks to be larger, something Democrats have been fighting for. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Dr. LaPook gets the COVID-19 vaccine
Millions of health care workers are getting their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine. They include CBS News' chief medical correspondent, Dr. Jon LaPook, who is a physician at NYU Langone Hospital in New York City, making him eligible for the vaccine now. He joins CBSN's Tom Hanson for a closer look at what it was like for him.
Drugstore giants rush to hire for mass COVID-19 vaccinations
CVS, Walgreens and Kroger among those hiring as large chains ready to play part in nationwide immunization effort.
No curb on U.K. flights to U.S. despite virus
A newly discovered coronavirus variant spreading rapidly in the UK. is believed to be up to 70% more infectious. More than 40 countries have banned British travelers, but the U.S. has not taken that action. Infectious disease expert Dr. Amesh Adalja tells CBSN AM how genetic surveillance through virus sequencing, rather than travel restrictions, is a more effective tool against the spread.
Looking ahead to 2021: Prognosis of pandemic
How will the pandemic continue to impact lives as vaccines are rolled out? Biden coronavirus adviser Dr. Celine Gounder gives a look forward to 2021.
Who's next to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
As vaccine rollout continues across the country, several groups are lobbying to be next in line. But who exactly is considered an essential worker and in what order will they be given the vaccine? That's up to states. Adriana Diaz reports from Chicago.
Ex-CDC Director on vaccine distribution
Dr. Tom Frieden, former CDC director and the president and CEO of global health initiative "Resolve to Save Lives" discusses the state of the coronavirus pandemic, and the nationwide effort to roll out a vaccine. He also briefly weighs in on the studies surrounding immunity to the virus.
Fears of Christmas COVID-19 surge loom
Officials are imploring Americans to stay home for the Christmas holidays as coronavirus cases accelerate in states like California amid fears of a new, highly contagious strain of the virus. Mola Lenghi reports.
Trump demands changes to COVID relief bill
In a video posted on social media Tuesday, President Trump demanded that Congress revise its coronavirus relief bill to increase the $600 stimulus checks to $2,000 per individual. Minutes earlier, the president had announced a wave of controversial pardons, including some for his political allies. Chip Reid reports.
Tennessee's vaccine plan for communities of color
In an effort to address racial inequities in the coronavirus pandemic, Tennessee's Department of Health is planning to put aside a portion of its COVID-19 vaccines for communities that are poorer and have higher populations of people of color. Gloria Sweet-Love, president of the NAACP Tennessee State Conference, spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green about the impact the pandemic has had on people of color and what needs to be done to help.
36 people at Antarctica research station test positive for COVID-19
Antarctica had been the last continent on Earth untouched by the coronavirus pandemic.
France rewards frontline immigrant workers with citizenship
"They have proved their commitment to the nation. It is now up to the Republic to take a step toward them."
Another new variant of COVID is spreading rapidly in South Africa
Though it emerged independently, it features a similar mutation to the new variant discovered in the U.K. that scientists say is more transmissible.
Dr. Fauci on the key to returning to "some form of normality"
Fauci joined CBSN for a live interview the day after he received his first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.
Trump issues wave of pardons
President Trump has issued more than a dozen pardons, including several former Republican Congress members; people who pleaded guilty as part of the Russia probe; and former Blackwater contractors convicted of killing civilians in Iraq. This comes as the president is holding off on signing the new $900 billion COVID-19 relief deal. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid joined "CBSN AM" with more.
New Orleans holiday lights throwback
The pandemic has forced families all over the country to modify their holiday plans, but some traditions will go on. Contributing correspondent Jamie Wax reports on a holiday lights display in New Orleans that's taking a page from the past.
WorldView: France and U.K. reopen borders
Goods can finally move between the United Kingdom and France as the countries reopen their borders. Iran is being accused of an effort to incite violence in the United States. Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai has been granted bail. And Israel will hold its fourth election in just two years as parliament dissolves. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins "CBSN AM" from London with today's global headlines.
Man plants 25,000 flags for COVID victims
More than 25,000 small flags cover Shane Reilly's yard, each one representing a Texan who has died from the coronavirus. "Each one of these flags represents a mom or a husband or somebody's kid that has died, and these are real, individual people," the Austin-based artist said. He's hoping to spread a simple message with his lawn memorial.
London Calling: England faces Brexit and COVID
Much of the U.K. is currently in lockdown as a new variant of the coronavirus spreads rapidly. Meanwhile, the country waits on a Brexit deal. Simon Bates explains in this edition of "London Calling."
Eye Opener: Trump upends relief negotiations
President Trump is asking Congress to amend their coronavirus relief bill, calling for $2,000 personal checks rather than the $600 included in the package. Also, U.S. deaths are expected to top 3 million this year because of the pandemic, making it the deadliest year in the nation's history. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
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