Florida becomes 3rd state to hit 1 million coronavirus cases
This comes one day after Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference where he denounced mask mandates.
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CDC panel on COVID vaccine distribution
A CDC panel recommended on Tuesday that health care workers and nursing home residents should be first to receive the coronavirus vaccine. Those initial doses from Pfizer and Moderna, which have not yet been FDA approved, could be distributed in two weeks. CBS News correspondents Mola Lenghi and David Begnaud have the latest details, and Dr. Uzma Syed, an infectious disease specialist, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss what she will be looking at once the vaccines are out in the public.
California warns of "drastic actions" amid pandemic
California Governor Gavin Newsom is warning of "drastic actions" to curb a growing surge surge in new coronavirus infections. Hospitalizations have increased by 89% in two weeks. Jeremy B. White, co-writer of Politico's California Playbook, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest on local efforts to combat the spread.
CDC advisers vote on who should get COVID vaccine first
A CDC advisory panel has voted that the first people to receive the coronavirus vaccine should be health care workers and nursing home patients. Distribution could begin as early as December 15. Mola Lenghi has more.
Charity provides blankets to struggling children
The coronavirus pandemic has not stopped a 13-year-old boy from carrying out his charity's mission of providing blankets to children in need. Janet Shamlian shares his story.
Pence says vaccine distribution could begin by mid-December
"We strongly believe the vaccine distribution process could begin as soon as the week of December 14," Pence said.
Hospitals overwhelmed with COVID-19 cases
Hospitals across the country are breaking records for the number of coronavirus patients admitted into their facilities, putting a strain on health care workers. David Begnaud reports.
Coronavirus relief plan proposed as millions struggle
A bipartisan group of lawmakers have announced a $908 billion relief plan with more funding for small businesses, state and local governments, plus unemployment benefits. Nancy Cordes has details.
13-year-old's charity provides blankets to kids in need
"I know there's a lot of kids in the world and a lot of kids in my community who are on the streets or in shelter homes not getting enough food to eat or are lonely," said C.J. Matthews.
COVID-19 vaccines could roll out in two weeks
CBS News has obtained a document from Operation Warp Speed that estimates December 15 as the date for states to potentially start receiving the Pfizer vaccine with the Moderna vaccine available a week later. The goal is for at least 20 million Americans to start a vaccine regimen by the end of the year. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" with more on the distribution timeline.
Biden introduces his economic team
President-elect Joe Biden formally introduced the officials who will lead his economic team, which is poised to take the helm of the federal government as the nation grapples with the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic. Watch his remarks.
Top doctor on opening schools safely
Schools across the country have implemented different rules for in-person learning, but what does the science say? Dr. Robert Besser, former acting director of the CDC and president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, joins CBSN to discuss what we've learned about the risks of spreading coronavirus and why classrooms may be the safest place for most kids.
Biden unveils senior members of economic team
President-elect Joe Biden has unveiled senior members of his economic team. His nominee for treasury secretary, Janet Yellen, would be the first woman in that role, and his choice for budget director, Neera Tanden, would be the first woman of color to run the Office of Management and Budget. CBS News political producer Rebecca Kaplan joins CBSN to discuss what lawmakers are saying about those picks as well as the latest on coronavirus relief.
Several aid programs to expire soon
As Congress remains at a stalemate over a COVID-19 relief bill, several federal aid programs are set to expire at the end of the month. This could potentially affect millions of Americans. Axios' Courtenay Brown joins CBSN with a closer look.
What to expect when COVID vaccine rolls out
The first coronavirus vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna could become available by mid-December. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University Medical Center, joins CBSN to discuss the impact the vaccine’s release will have on the surging number of cases nationwide.
Conspiracy theory takes aim at Biden
A conspiracy theory picking up steam online seeks to link President-elect Joe Biden and other prominent leaders to an effort to undermine capitalism. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson about the so-called "Great Reset" and what's moving it forward.
Dr. Scott Atlas resigns from White House
President Trump's controversial adviser on the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. Scott Atlas, has resigned from his White House post. Atlas, a former Fox News commentator, contradicted many public health officials as cases of COVID-19 surged out of control. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has more.
Fauci: COVID-19 will continue unless "overwhelming majority" take vaccine
In a Facebook live stream with Mark Zuckerberg, Fauci said Americans should be vaccinated if they want to be "part of the solution" to the pandemic.
Will Congress extend COVID-19 aid?
As Congress returns from recess, Democrats and Republicans remain far apart on a new COVID-19 relief package. Many federal aid programs are set to expire at the end of December. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined "CBSN AM" with the latest.
Pandemic problems for NFL in Week 12
In this week's Tuesday Morning Quarterback, coronavirus is continuing to spread through the NFL and college football, threatening the outlook for both leagues ahead of the playoffs. The NFL Today host James Brown joined CBSN with more on that, plus Lewis Hamilton sends a message at his latest race in Bahrain, and several women make history in the NFL.
Tigray leader calls for Ethiopia withdrawal
Despite Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's declaration of victory two days ago, the defiant leader of Tigray, Debretsion Gebremichael, said fighting continues on all fronts and called on Abiy to withdraw troops from the region. Also, the Chinese Embassy in Australia said politicians misread a tweet showing a digitally altered image of an Australian soldier holding a bloody knife to the throat of an Afghan child, and the U.N. said the coronavirus pandemic fueled a 40% increase in the number of people needing humanitarian assistance. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joined "CBSN AM" from Johannesburg with a look at these global headlines.
Bipartisan senators work on COVID-19 relief
A bipartisan group of senators is working on a new COVID-19 relief package, as key assistance programs are set to expire at the end of the month. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN with the latest.
Doctor says herd immunity still long way off
The first doses of a coronavirus vaccine could be distributed as early as mid-December, as hospitals struggle to cope with a growing surge in patients with COVID-19. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud reports on the toll the pandemic is taking on frontline workers, and Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics, joined CBSN to discuss which groups should be prioritized when vaccines are distributed, and how long it might take to reach herd immunity.
Salvation Army expects "perfect storm" of more need, fewer donations
"In terms of fundraising, we anticipate about a 50% drop," Salvation Army National Commander Ken Hodder told CBS News' Jamie Yuccas.
Is shopping in stores safe during the coronavirus pandemic?
As U.S. infections rise, public health experts are urging consumers to limit their physical presence in stores.
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