South Dakota governor resists mandate despite coronavirus surge
"This is cowboy country, man. And you try and tell someone to do something and they want to do the opposite," the mayor Sioux Falls said when asked why they don't enforce mask mandates.
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Growth of COVID cases in Ohio "exponential"
Governor warns that the system is being overwhelmed. One hospital official says, "We're not planning for the surge — the surge is here."
Doctor explains effectiveness of COVID vaccine
AstraZeneca announced Monday that its COVID-19 vaccine is up to 90% effective and even shows signs of reducing asymptomatic spread. It's effectiveness varied during clinical trials, depending on the dosage, but still averaged 70%. Dr. Uzma Syed, an infection disease specialist at New York's Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center and director of Antimicrobial Stewardship Center of Excellence, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss if the variation in effectiveness is something people should be concerned about.
Millions traveling for Thanksgiving despite warnings
As coronavirus cases soar, millions of people are sticking to their Thanksgiving travel plans despite the CDC urging them to stay home. Kris Van Cleave takes a look.
Millions traveling for Thanksgiving despite COVID-19 warnings
With millions of people already on the road or in the air traveling for Thanksgiving, experts say it is guaranteed that cases of coronavirus will soon explode even more than they are right now.
Hospital prepares for COVID-19 vaccine distribution
CBS News got rare access inside Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami that will be among the first to receive Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine. Mireya Villarreal shows us how health care workers are preparing for its distribution.
Accidental Thanksgiving tradition continues for 5th year
A smartphone mixup brought two strangers together for a holiday feast in 2016, and a remarkable friendship developed. This Thanksgiving, they're leaning on each other more than ever. Jamie Yuccas shares their story.
AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine up to 90% effective
The coronavirus vaccine being developed by AstraZeneca and the University of Oxford is up to 90% effective in preventing the disease, with clinical trials also showing that it may stop transmission among people. Charlie D'Agata continues our series "Racing to a Cure."
AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID vaccine up to 90% effective, trials show
Three drugmakers have now reported similarly hopeful results in two weeks. U.K. Prime Minister calls the news from AstraZeneca and Oxford University "incredibly exciting."
More Americans flew on Sunday than any other day since March 16
More than 1 million passengers boarded flights on Sunday despite CDC pleas to stay put. Expect full planes, experts say.
Coronavirus pandemic grips South Dakota
South Dakota has reported more coronavirus hospitalizations and deaths over the last week — per capita — than anywhere else in the country. David Begnaud takes a closer look.
Concerns over vaccine plans for nursing homes
CBS MoneyWatch senior reporter Stephen Gandel joins CBSN to discuss the wide range of concerns geriatric specialists are citing in the government's plan to vaccinate over a million Americans who live in nursing homes.
Two Baltimore Ravens players test positive for COVID-19
The team has a short week and is scheduled to play the division rival Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday.
Wells Fargo campaign aims to feed Americans
Only on "CBS This Morning," Bill Daley, vice chairman of public affairs for Wells Fargo and former White House chief of staff to President Obama, announces a new Wells Fargo program to help Americans in need. He also discusses President-elect Biden's potential Cabinet picks.
Holiday plans in the U.K.
The British government is working on a plan to allow family gatherings this holiday season despite the nation's coronavirus lockdown measures. CBS News contributor Simon Bates explains how the season could look different in this edition of "London Calling."
Oxford COVID vaccine shows promising results
Another potential coronavirus vaccine is showing promising results. Charlie D'Agata reports from Oxford University in England on the AstraZeneca vaccine trial.
Coronavirus surges in North and South Dakota
South Dakota ranks second behind North Dakota for the country's highest number of virus cases per capita in the last two weeks, according to The COVID Tracking Project. David Begnaud visited Sioux Falls to ask South Dakotans about the city's new mask mandate.
AstraZeneca vaccine up to 90% effective
The AstraZeneca vaccine created with Oxford University is another sign of hope for the world as cases and hospitalizations run rampant. Dr. Amesh Adalja joins CBSN to discuss both the vaccine and an antibody treatment approved by the FDA.
Breast cancer screenings plummet during pandemic
A new report shows how the pandemic has dramatically reduced preventive medical care that can be life saving. Now, some women who are going back and getting tests say they're being charged hundreds of dollars for a screening they thought was free. CBS News national correspondent Anna Werner joins CBSN with details.
Americans are scared as virus surges. They're also resilient.
"I am already drained and overwhelmed," admits one nursing assistant. After getting sick another worker says, "You have to make it work."
Nevada governor issues "statewide pause" as virus cases rise
"We are on a rapid trajectory that threatens to overwhelm our health care system, our frontline health workers, and your access to care," the governor said.
She was laid off, then contracted COVID-19
Social worker Rebecca McDonald was laid off from her government job in September, losing not just her income, but also her health insurance. Then she caught COVID-19. The 46-year-old Georgia resident spoke with CBS News about how she got through.
Rapper Bad Bunny tests positive for coronavirus
The 26-year-old rapper, whose real name is Benito Martínez Ocasio, wasn't showing any major symptoms of the virus, his publicist said.
Holiday shopping: Supporting small businesses
This holiday season will be an important one for small businesses that have been hit hard throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. According to data from the Opportunity Insights Economic Tracker based out of Harvard University, small business revenue in the U.S. has decreased by 31% compared to January 2020. Barbara Kahn, professor of marketing at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and author of "The Shopping Revolution," joins CBSN to discuss what to keep in mind ahead of Small Business Saturday.
Florida bar shut down after hundreds pack in without masks
The bar was cited three times in one day for violating COVID-19 guidance, according to local reports.
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Vance says no agreement reached after marathon session of direct talks with Iran
Vice President JD Vance told reporters that "we have not reached an agreement" following face-to-face talks with Iranian leaders and Pakistani negotiators.
U.S. naval destroyers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
Pope Leo issues latest rebuke of Iran conflict: "Enough with war!"
Pope Leo XIV offered his strongest condemnation yet of the war in Iran on Saturday, appearing to take multiple veiled shots at President Trump.
First glimpse of 2028 Democratic field at National Action Network Convention
A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls attended Al Sharpton's National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast.
Is Hungarian leader and MAGA darling Viktor Orbán about to be ousted?
The latest polls indicate that Viktor Orbán, an international ally of President Trump, and his Fidedz party are trailing the rival Tisza party.
Dems call on Swalwell to drop out of gov race amid sexual assault allegations
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
U.S. set to deport family of Iranian propagandist "Screaming Mary"
The State Department said on Saturday it has revoked the green cards and detained the family of the Iranian regime propagandist known as "Screaming Mary."
Man with machete fatally shot at Grand Central after slashing attack, NYPD says
A man with a machete slashed and injured three people at Grand Central Station on Saturday before he was fatally shot by police, officials said.
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Remains of missing woman discovered in hidden grave decades later
Kimberly Langwell, a mom in Beaumont, Texas, had dinner plans with her teenage daughter and boyfriend on July 9, 1999 – but she never came home from work. It would take more than 20 years before one man's long-kept secret would expose her killer.
Pope Leo issues latest rebuke of Iran conflict: "Enough with war!"
Pope Leo XIV offered his strongest condemnation yet of the war in Iran on Saturday, appearing to take multiple veiled shots at President Trump.
U.S. naval destroyers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
U.S. set to deport family of Iranian propagandist "Screaming Mary"
The State Department said on Saturday it has revoked the green cards and detained the family of the Iranian regime propagandist known as "Screaming Mary."
At age 102, a New York man is still striving for perfection, through pottery
George Strausman of Great Neck, New York, is 102 years old and still works four days a week in his family's construction business. But it's what he does on his day off that is even more remarkable.
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Tesla wins Dutch approval to use self-driving features, a first for Europe
The Netherlands' decision now goes to the European Commission for full authorization.
Anthropic's Mythos AI can spot flaws in almost every computer on earth. Uh-oh.
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
IMF chief concerned about Anthropic cybersecurity risks: "Time is not our friend"
Kristalina Georgieva, the head of the International Monetary Fund, called on key institutions to work together to manage cybersecurity risks.
Bessent, Fed's Powell met with bank CEOs over potent new Anthropic AI
Financial industry leaders met to discuss potential cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model, which has found weaknesses in every major computer operating system.
Why a Strait of Hormuz "toll" would pose economic and geopolitical risks
Energy industry experts warn that allowing Iran to charge ships to ensure safe passage through the strait would raise energy costs.
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Judge told to reconsider security implications of halting White House ballroom
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit said it did not have enough information to decide how much of the project can be suspended without jeopardizing the safety of the president.
First glimpse of 2028 Democratic field at National Action Network Convention
A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls attended Al Sharpton's National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast.
Is Hungarian leader and MAGA darling Viktor Orbán about to be ousted?
The latest polls indicate that Viktor Orbán, an international ally of President Trump, and his Fidedz party are trailing the rival Tisza party.
Dems call on Swalwell to drop out of gov race amid sexual assault allegations
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
IMF chief concerned about Anthropic cybersecurity risks: "Time is not our friend"
Kristalina Georgieva, the head of the International Monetary Fund, called on key institutions to work together to manage cybersecurity risks.
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A teen athlete's headache wouldn't stop. It took a year to find a cure.
Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.
Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
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Pope Leo issues latest rebuke of Iran conflict: "Enough with war!"
Pope Leo XIV offered his strongest condemnation yet of the war in Iran on Saturday, appearing to take multiple veiled shots at President Trump.
U.S. naval destroyers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Authorities seize 5 tons of cocaine from banana, wine shipments
The drugs were seized at London Gateway, a deep-sea container port about 30 miles from London.
U.S. set to deport family of Iranian propagandist "Screaming Mary"
The State Department said on Saturday it has revoked the green cards and detained the family of the Iranian regime propagandist known as "Screaming Mary."
Tesla wins Dutch approval to use self-driving features, a first for Europe
The Netherlands' decision now goes to the European Commission for full authorization.
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04/11: Saturday Morning
The Artemis II crew is back on Earth after a successful splashdown. Meanwhile, the world awaits results of U.S. and Iranian talks in Pakistan.
Marking 50 years since a key pinball moment
Journalist Roger Sharpe is known as the "The Man Who Saved Pinball," after he helped overturn New York City's 35-year ban on the game. "CBS Saturday Morning" sits down with Sharpe to discuss the 50th anniversary of a key moment in pinball history.
Levy Rozman on new book "Chess for Babies"
Chess master Levy Rozman join "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his newest book, "Chess for Babies," and how his online presence is changing the way people learn to play the game.
Theo Lawrence performs "Dear Pillow"
Theo Lawrence grew up outside of Paris, but developed his love for American country music by checking out records at his local library. He moved to Texas in 2023 and released his debut album, "Cherie." His next adventure is a coast-to-coast tour, including a stop at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium with Alison Krauss & Union Station. Here's Theo Lawrence performing "Dear Pillow."
Theo Lawrence performs "California Poppy"
Theo Lawrence grew up outside of Paris, but developed his love for American country music by checking out records at his local library. He moved to Texas in 2023 and released his debut album, "Cherie." His next adventure is a coast-to-coast tour, including a stop at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium with Alison Krauss & Union Station. Here's Theo Lawrence performing "California Poppy."
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Why new AI model is considered too powerful
Anthropic has announced that it is teaming up with industry competitors to "secure the world's most critical software" from its own AI model, Mythos. New York Times reporter Mike Isaac joins "The Takeout" with more.
Anthropic's Mythos AI can spot flaws in almost every computer on earth. Uh-oh.
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
How does Gen Z feels about AI?
A study by Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation looked into how Generation Z feels about using AI. Callie Holtermann, a reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News with more.
How to stay ahead of AI in your career
A recent CBS News poll found 66% of Americans believe AI will decrease jobs. LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky and chief economic opportunity officer Aneesh Raman share insights on the skills that professionals need to stay ahead of AI at work.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Remains of missing woman discovered in hidden grave decades later
Kimberly Langwell, a mom in Beaumont, Texas, had dinner plans with her teenage daughter and boyfriend on July 9, 1999 – but she never came home from work. It would take more than 20 years before one man's long-kept secret would expose her killer.
Authorities seize 5 tons of cocaine from banana, wine shipments
The drugs were seized at London Gateway, a deep-sea container port about 30 miles from London.
Latest on woman missing in the Bahamas
Lynette Hooker was reported missing in the Bahamas one week ago by her husband, Brian, who said she fell off their boat. Hooker was arrested on Thursday in connection to his wife's disappearance. "CBS Saturday Morning" speaks with people who knew the couple to learn more.
Malnourished boy found locked in utility van since 2024, police say
A 9-year-old boy was rescued this week after living locked in his father's utility van in eastern France since 2024, according to the local prosecutor.
DHS investigates killing of gas station clerk
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has been drawn into the case of a woman who was killed in a hammer attack last week at a gas station in Fort Myers, Florida, after a Haitian immigrant was taken into custody on homicide charges in connection with the attack. Nicole Valdes has the latest.
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Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
Artemis II crew splashes down to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts returned to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
How an 8-year-old designed a zero-gravity indicator for Artemis II
The development of the mission mascot and viral sensation Rise began over a year before Artemis II blasted off.
As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew stakes their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Kimberly Langwell's Hidden Grave
A mother disappears leaving her young daughter in despair. Decades later, information leads to a secret grave. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Spectators react to splashdown
CBS News reporter Jared Ochacher reports on the Artemis II crew's splashdown from San Diego. He spoke with some folks who watched from the Fleet Science Center.
JD Vance: U.S. and Iran did not make a deal
Vice President JD Vance spoke in Islamabad, Pakistan, where he participated in negotiations with Iranian officials over the ongoing conflict.
Artemis II crew returns to Houston
The Artemis II astronauts spoke following the successful completion of their mission. They splashed down on Friday night off the coast of San Diego. Retired Lieutenant Colonel David Mahan joins CBS News to discuss.
Artemis II crew speaks after landing on Earth
The Artemis II crew spoke publicly for the first time after their successful mission at the Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston, Texas.