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A new COVID-19 mutation has been identified in the United Kingdom, as vaccines by Pfizer and Moderna roll out both in the U.S. and the U.K. to frontline workers. Experts recommend people continue to observe safety precautions and limit travel as the country heads into the holidays. Emergency medicine physician Dr. Ron Elfenbein joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the coronavirus vaccine and the mutation of the virus now affecting the UK.
Lawmakers are expected to approve a $900 billion coronavirus relief bill by the end of the day. It will include $600 stimulus checks for many Americans and enhanced unemployment benefits. Heather Long of the Washington Post joined CBSN to explain why many experts don't think that'll be enough to stave off an economic slide in the long run.
Europe is shutting its doors on the United Kingdom as a new coronavirus variant begins to spread around the country, creating havoc as travel between countries is stopped. In Nigeria, police have rescued more schoolchildren after a second ambush in one month. Australia is seeing a coronavirus cluster in greater Sydney, with more infections and tests. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with today's headlines from around the world.
"He makes you feel like a friend when you see him," one neighbor said of Anthony Gaskin.
Congressional leaders reach agreement on $900 billion COVID-19 relief package; Adapting "The Nutcracker" for a socially distant holiday season
The Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis said "efforts to interfere with scientific work at CDC were far more extensive and dangerous than previously known."
Vaccine distribution continues nationwide after the FDA authorized the second U.S. vaccine for emergency use. The first Moderna vaccination could happen as early as Monday morning. Correspondent Mola Lenghi reports from Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, New York.
It's been a wild year for everyone. We've broadcasted from Studio 57, the Ed Sullivan Theater, and even our homes. The pandemic has kept us apart physically, but in many ways it has brought us together as a country. "CBS This Morning" takes a look back at some of the lighter moments we've shared from 2020.
Countries around the world are banning or restricting travel to and from the U.K. after a new, highly-transmissable COVID strain has gripped that country. Some 18 million people are now facing a Christmas in lockdown as the government there tries to fight the spread. Foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Republicans and Democrats have agreed on a pandemic relief bill. Plus: A new, more contagious strain of COVID-19 has prompted a lockdown in the U.K. All that and all that mattes in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
Workers began packaging boxes of the second COVID-19 vaccine authorized in the United States — and are expected to be given out starting Monday.
Bill Whitaker reports on the scientists and advances in biotechnology behind a COVID-19 vaccine that could help end the pandemic.
Overall government funding was also extended another day to avoid a shutdown and provide time to add the virus package to the funding bill.
A Vermont program is helping struggling families, restaurants, farmers and food producers as the pandemic continues to grip the nation. Stephanie Bonin, from the Brattleboro hub of Vermont Everyone Eats, joins CBSN AM to talk more about the program and the concern they face if funding runs out.
The FDA has issued emergency use authorization for Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine, the second vaccine to be approved in the U.S. The company will now ship out 6 million initial doses of the vaccine. Lana Zak reports.
The FDA could authorize emergency use of Moderna's coronavirus vaccine as early as today, which would make it the second vaccine available in U.S. CBS News' David Begnaud reports on the fight against the growing pandemic, and Dr. Annette Reboli, professor of medicine and dean of the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, join CBSN to discuss the latest on efforts to roll out the vaccines.
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said Friday a shutdown that would close non-essential businesses is "totally avoidable" — and that he doesn't believe the state is destined for one. "Destiny is what we make it," Cuomo said at a COVID-19 briefing. Watch his remarks.
Health care workers across the country are waiting for their hospital to receive the first round of Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine as COVID-19 surges. Meanwhile, the Food and Drug Administration is gearing up to approve emergency-use authorization for Moderna's vaccine. Dr. Kelechi Olejeme joins CBSN AM one day after receiving the Pfizer vaccine. She explained the differences between the two vaccines and how she felt following her inoculation.
The Food and Drug Administration could approve Moderna's coronavirus vaccine Friday, which means 6 million doses could be shipped around the country as soon as next week. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud and Dr. Bob Lahita, professor at New York Medical College, join CBSN to discuss the nation's worsening crisis and the new vaccine.
White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Vice President Mike Pence getting vaccinated on live TV, what message it sends and the other White House officials who are expected to get the vaccine.
Brian Gregg, senior partner and leader for the North America Marketing and Sales Practice for McKinsey & Company, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss how the 2020 holiday shopping season is unlike any other — and how brick and mortar stores will survive as some shoppers hesitate to leave their homes.
The restaurant industry is one of many to be hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. More than 110,000 restaurants have already closed permanently. As cases surge and weather gets colder, many establishments have to find alternate revenue streams to stay afloat. Annie Shi, co-owner of King Restaurant in New York City, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to share her story.
At least six European countries have said flights will cease — if they haven't already — while France and Belgium have also banned train travel.
"The Nutcracker" is a beloved staple of the holiday season. But this year — like many other traditions — the famed ballet will look a little different than usual. Nancy Chen reports.
How we educate our children has changed drastically during the pandemic — and for many, online learning is the only option. In Rome, teachers are thinking outside the box to find ways to inspire their students. Chris Livesay shows us how.
President Trump said Wednesday the U.S. might return to negotiations with Iran eventually, but he said currently "the situation is so good."
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
The couple said in January 2020 that they would be stepping away from "senior" royal roles and were working to become financially independent from the royal family.
Max Lederer, who has served as the publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years, this week announced to colleagues his decision to retire on Sept. 30, citing fundamental differences with the Trump administration.
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, who worked for CBS Miami in the 1990s, was among those killed in the crash.
One person was killed and two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were injured when a small plane and a state police helicopter were involved in a midair collision in central Pennsylvania, authorities said.
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
One person was killed and two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were injured when a small plane and a state police helicopter were involved in a midair collision in central Pennsylvania, authorities said.
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
The yield on the 30-year Treasury this week hit its highest level since 2007, a rise that could put upward pressure on borrowing costs.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Max Lederer, who has served as the publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years, this week announced to colleagues his decision to retire on Sept. 30, citing fundamental differences with the Trump administration.
The Trump administration is trying to deport a self-described CIA spy who won permission to live in the U.S. by helping convict terrorists.
"This is the first public conversation between the president and myself in eight years," said Cohen.
The California Democrat said Monday that he "made personal mistakes outside my marriage" and that his "actions were consensual in nature."
Progressive momentum has been a prominent storyline as Democrats look to flip control of the House and Senate next year. But how far will it go?
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
An experimental melanoma vaccine could reduce the risk of the cancer returning or spreading for some high-risk patients. It's personalized for each patient and optimized using artificial intelligence. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
Recalled frozen blueberries and mixed berries that could be contaminated with E. coli pose the most severe category of health risk, according to the FDA.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Author and grief coach Kate Doerge joined Norah O'Donnell for a candid talk about coping with grief.
The couple said in January 2020 that they would be stepping away from "senior" royal roles and were working to become financially independent from the royal family.
NBCUniversal said its Florida-based journalist, José Alberto Suárez, who worked for CBS Miami in the 1990s, was among those killed in the crash.
Israel says military police will investigate the killing of Hind Rajab, a young girl in Gaza whose death at the hands of its forces drew an international outcry.
President Trump wants to meet again with Kim Jong Un to discuss denuclearization, the Wall Street Journal reports, despite having nothing to show for 3 previous summits.
Australia's Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended from professional tennis after testing positive for cocaine during a tournament in Mallorca.
Julian Shapiro-Barnum is known for his conversations with kids on his series "Recess Therapy." He tells "CBS Mornings" why he thinks adults need to act more childish and embrace some behaviors of children.
Isla Fisher gives an inside look at the new film, "Spa Weekend," how it highlights the importance of female friendships and how the star-studded cast connected.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Madonna leads all artists with 11 nominations at this year's MTV VMAs, and a full sweep would tie her with Beyoncé and Taylor Swift for the most VMA wins in history.
Some used and independent bookstores have reported unexpectedly large book orders and suspect that the books are being scanned to train AI models and then destroyed. As part of a new investigative report, 404 Media put a tracking device in a book to see where it'd end up. Emanuel Maiberg, a journalist and co-founder at 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss.
Wendy Sheehan Donnell, editor-in-chief of PCMag, joins CBS News to discuss the latest in the tech world as a former Meta engineer takes the stand in the company's landmark federal trial for allegedly causing children to become addicted to its products.
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.
AI jobs can command a premium, but women are disproportionately underrepresented in such roles, according to hiring data.
OpenAI is launching a newer version of its teen-friendly ChatGPT platform. Rebecca Bellan, a senior reporter for TechCrunch, joins with more details on its tools.
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.
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.
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
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.
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
Police in Massachusetts are looking for Karen Solomon, a woman whose husband was found dead at their home. Police have said she is "presumed to be armed and dangerous." CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more.
A search is underway in Massachusetts for a 58-year-old woman considered armed and dangerous whose police officer husband was found dead Tuesday. Lilia Luciano has the latest developments.
Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts woman on trial for killing her three children in 2023, has pleaded not guilty, citing her own struggle with postpartum psychosis. On Wednesday, a psychologist who treated Clancy after the killings testified about her state of mind the night of the tragedy. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Federal officers found a moving pillowcase in a car that was seized at the U.S.-Mexico border. A collection of stolen exotic reptiles was inside.
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who is accused of orchestrating the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, is back in court for the third day of his trial as more details emerge on the potential motive behind the fatal shooting. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
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.
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Over a week after a storm knocked out power to several towns in Indiana, thousands are still living without electricity and struggling to get warm meals. CBS News Chicago's Sabrina Franza reports.
Billionaire Mark Walter moved to sell the Los Angeles Lakers last week for a record $12.5 billion just 14 months after purchasing the team as he faces a federal investigation. Melody Gutierrez, senior investigative reporter at The Athletic, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
A U.S. Army unit based in Georgia is offering soldiers four days of leave to play Grand Theft Auto IV when it's released in November as a way to incentivize reenlistments. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
President Trump is pausing construction of a border wall in Texas' Big Bend National Park after bipartisan concerns about its impact on the natural landscape, CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott announced. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what Moderna's melanoma vaccine breakthrough could mean as clinical trials continue.