CDC warns U.S. COVID-19 death toll could hit 321,000 by mid-December
By mid-December, hospitals could be overflowing with coronavirus patients in many parts of the country.
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Retailers prepare for different Black Friday
Retailers hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic are banking on Black Friday more than ever -- but shoppers can expect a very different experience. Nikki Battiste explains.
Bidens write op-ed celebrating smaller Thanksgiving amid pandemic
The Bidens said in an op-ed that they "are temporarily letting go of the traditions we can't do safely."
Crews rescue hiker pinned for hours by boulder
The California Highway Patrol came to the rescue of a hiker who was pinned by a falling boulder while he was out in the mountains near Calistoga. Jamie Yuccas shares his story.
Thanksgiving 2020 has families experiencing many firsts
This year's holiday is sure to be one-of-a-kind for many.
Hospitals anticipate post-Thanksgiving COVID-19 surge
Hospitals are working to make space for an expected post-Thanksgiving surge in coronavirus cases. Adriana Diaz reports.
Congress deadlocked on new aid package
Millions of Americans are in dire need of additional coronavirus relief this Thanksgiving. More than 778,000 people filed for first-time unemployment benefits last week, an increase of 30,000 from the previous week. An estimated 12 million Americans are expected to exhaust their benefits by the end of the year. CBS News political reporter Grace Segers has the latest on the next round of coronavirus relief.
Doctor warns of false sense of COVID security
Millions stuck with their Thanksgiving plans despite a warning from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for travelers to just stay home because of the coronavirus pandemic. More than 2,200 COVID-related deaths were reported in the U.S. on the day before Thanksgiving, the highest one-day toll in more than six months. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz reports from Chicago, and Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, an internal medicine physician at California Pacific Medical Center, joined CBSN to discuss.
U.S. marks deadliest day in months
The U.S. reported the deadliest day in the coronavirus pandemic since early May with more than 2,200 deaths. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Thanksgiving concerns as millions of Americans travel for the holiday. He also comments on the AstraZeneca-Oxford coronavirus vaccine candidate.
Major retailers urged to revive hazard pay amid holiday rush
Profits surge with pandemic for Amazon and Walmart; both axed extra wages for frontline workers months ago.
Supreme Court bars COVID limits on church, synagogue attendance
The temporary ban on measures imposed by New York state on religious gatherings won't actually have an impact now as restrictions have been eased in the state.
Economists fear "double dip" recession is coming
Job losses may accelerate, experts warn, if Washington politicians fail to pass a stimulus bill by the end of the year.
Georgia senator boosts wealth with well-timed stock trades
Senator David Perdue sold and bought stocks as the coronavirus began ravaging the United States.
Young adults move back in with parents
For the first time since the Great Depression, a majority of young adults are now living with their parents. Nearly 3 million U.S. adults moved back in with their parents or grandparents in March and April. “CBS This Morning” spoke to four of these adults about what it's been like to move back in with their parents. Laura Hopkins left a teaching job in Mexico to move back in with her parents in California. Eric Rivera left New York City after getting laid off to live with his parents in New Jersey. Will Francis moved out of his apartment in Los Angeles and back into his childhood home in Alabama. Chrissy Walker left New York City to work from her parents' home in Texas.
Thanksgiving Day NFL football preview
Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach and CBS Sports NFL analyst Bill Cowher discusses how the pandemic will impact America's football tradition on Thanksgiving. The Detroit Lions vs. Houston Texans game airs on CBS.
Officials plea for safety on Thanksgiving
More than 2,200 new COVID-19 deaths were reported across the country Wednesday, the deadliest day of the pandemic in more than six months. Officials are worried Thanksgiving gatherings could cause that number to spike by Christmas. Adriana Diaz reports.
Even war and COVID fail to dampen U.S. troops' Thanksgiving spirit
More than 100 service members have COVID-19 at a single base in Iraq, but the doctor in charge says the invisible enemy has united the troops in a way he's never seen.
What to expect on the road on Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is usually the biggest travel weekend of the year, but the coronavirus has shaken up plans. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave takes a look at how the pandemic has affected travel plans and what you should expect if you're hitting the road today.
Advice for safer Thanksgiving gatherings
For the millions of Americans who have decided to travel this Thanksgiving, there are steps they can take to try to stay safe with family and friends. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
Denver mayor travels for holiday after urging others to stay home
On the same day as his announcement, Hancock encouraged his constituents to "stay home as much as you can," "host virtual gatherings instead of in-person dinners" and "avoid travel if you can."
More restaurants may shut down for good due to pandemic
One in six restaurants open in March will have closed for good by year's end, according to a survey by the National Restaurant Association.
Millions ignore travel warning as COVID-19 cases surge
Despite the surge in new coronavirus cases, AAA expects up to 50 million Americans to travel.
Advice for safer Thanksgiving gatherings
For the millions of Americans who have decided to travel this Thanksgiving, Dr. Jon LaPook explains there are steps people can take to try to stay safe with family and friends. Lonnie Quinn has the holiday forecast.
Restaurants struggle to survive amid pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic has forced many restaurants to move dining outdoors, looming winter conditions are posing yet another challenge. Many restaurants may not be able to survive the next few months. Jim Axelrod reports.
Biden calls for unity in Thanksgiving address
President-elect Joe Biden is urging Americans to "hang on" and keep fighting against the coronavirus, and not with each other. Nikole Killion has more on Mr. Biden's Thanksgiving address to the nation.
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