U.S. surpasses 3,000 daily COVID-19 deaths
More than 3,000 coronavirus deaths in a single day have been reported in the U.S., and public health officials are warning that the death toll will get worse. Janet Shamlian reports.
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FDA panel recommends approval of Pfizer vaccine
An advisory panel with the Food and Drug Administration recommended the emergency use of Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine on Thursday, but the FDA must still sign off on its final approval. Nikki Battiste has the latest information.
U.S. surpasses 3,000 COVID-19 deaths in one day for first time
Health officials are warning that the situation will likely get worse before it improves.
Chinese journalist restrained and fed by tube
A Chinese citizen-journalist reporting on the COVID-19 outbreak from Wuhan may not survive after being detained by authorities for the past half-year. Zhang Zhan, 37, has been on a hunger strike for most of that time, and her arms have been restrained to prevent her from pulling out a feeding tube, her lawyer said. CBS News Asia correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from Beijing.
Pennsylvania orders new COVID restrictions
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced new restrictions to combat the coronavirus pandemic, shutting down indoor dining, gyms, extracurricular school activities and more for three weeks starting Saturday. CBSN Philly has details.
More jobless claims filed as pandemic worsens
Bankrate senior economic analyst Mark Hamrick joins CBSN to discuss the latest unemployment report and the industries that are extremely vulnerable as the pandemic drags on.
New Hampshire House speaker died of COVID-19
A medical examiner ruled Thursday on Dick Hinch's unexpected death.
Pennsylvania announces new COVID-19 restrictions
Governor Wolf said he tested positive for COVID-19 but was "feeling well" and didn't have any symptoms.
FDA reviewing Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine
A key Food and Drug Administration panel of experts is expected to vote on whether they believe Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine is safe for emergency use in the U.S. The meeting comes a day after the country recorded its single deadliest day since the pandemic began. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry about the approval process for the vaccine.
Expert: U.S. starting to see holiday surge
Wednesday was the deadliest day for the U.S. since the coronavirus pandemic began. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, about the state of the pandemic.
Pelosi: "Great progress" on COVID relief bill
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said during her weekly press conference Thursday that she believes the bipartisan group of lawmakers engaged in negotiations over a coronavirus relief bill are nearing a deal. "I think they've made great progress, and I salute them for that," Pelosi said. Watch her remarks.
Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for COVID-19
Popular daytime TV host Ellen DeGeneres says she tested positive for COVID-19 but adds, "Fortunately, I'm feeling fine right now." CBSN's Tanya Rivero has more.
CDC director allegedly ordered deletion of email
The head of a House oversight committee questioned whether CDC Director Robert Redfield interfered with coronavirus guidance.
Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for COVID-19
The talk show host said that she is "feeling fine right now."
Pelosi says lawmakers have made "great progress" on COVID relief bill
Pelosi said that she had "great respect" for the bicameral, bipartisan group of lawmakers engaged in negotiations.
Pope's Midnight Mass to start early to comply with COVID curfew
Francis canceled his weekly public general audiences after infections started to surge, including a cluster of a dozen cases among the Vatican's Swiss Guards.
N.Y. official on CDC request for personal data
New York state pushed back against a request from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to collect data from residents who receive a coronavirus vaccine. The federal agency asked all 50 states to sign an agreement that allows them to obtain personal information from vaccinated people, including names and birthdays. Leaders like New York Governor Andrew Cuomo believe the Trump administration would use the information to deport undocumented immigrants, which the agency denies. New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
"Cruise to nowhere" virus scare turns out to be false alarm
Voyage was cut short after an 83-year-old passenger tested positive but the test was later proven false.
FDA advisory panel to meet on Pfizer vaccine
An FDA advisory panel is expected to meet today to discuss whether to recommend emergency use authorization of the Pfizer coronavirusvaccine. Both Canada and the U.K. have already approved it. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins "CBSN AM" with more.
Two U.K. vaccine recipients report allergies
Two people in the first U.K. COVID-19 vaccine group had allergic reactions. Officials are investigating and say people with a history of significant allergic reactions should not get the Pfizer vaccine. Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss.
Answers to questions about the COVID-19 vaccine
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook answers viewers' questions about the coronavirus vaccine.
FDA commissioner on Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine
An FDA advisory committee is meeting Thursday morning to discuss whether to recommend the United States' first coronavirus vaccine from drugmaker Pfizer. FDA commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the approval process and potential allergic reactions.
FDA panel holds COVID-19 vaccine meeting
An FDA advisory panel plans to meet Thursday to discuss whether to recommend emergency authorization use of the Pfizer vaccine. Companies like FedEx and UPS are sharing plans for how they will distribute the vaccine across the country. Nikki Battiste reports.
ICU beds at critical levels around U.S.
Many hospitals around the country are near a breaking point as coronavirus cases continue to rise. David Begnaud has more on the post-Thanksgiving strain.
Pelosi says lawmakers are "close" to reaching deal on COVID relief proposal
Pelosi's comments come as a bipartisan group of lawmakers has started circulating a framework for a deal.
Texas dad deported to Ghana was then forced to go to Mali, he says
Poll finds Democrats still boosted by voters' economic concerns
Lula wins 4th term as Brazil's president, but Bolsonaro rejects results
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