2 charged over virus outbreak at veterans home where 76 died
Since March, 76 veterans who contracted COVID-19 at Holyoke Soldiers' Home have died.
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Virginia governor and first lady test positive for COVID-19
He said he is asymptomatic.
New book gives rare look at college admission
Journalist Jeff Selingo discusses his new book "Who Gets In and Why: A Year Inside College Admissions," in which he details the inside look he got at three selective college admissions offices. He also discusses how the coronavirus pandemic has changed the admissions process and what aspects could remain long-term.
“Twindemic” concerns as flu season looms during pandemic
Health experts say a surge in flu cases could overwhelm the health system already strained from the coronavirus pandemic. Meg Oliver reports.
Will COVID-19 kill the holiday shopping season?
With economy still fragile, many Americans are expected to keep a lid on spending this year.
Millions without unemployment amid economic fallout
Over 11 million Americans have yet to receive any unemployment benefits after losing their job from the coronavirus pandemic. Mark Strassmann reports.
Coronavirus pandemic's impact on breast cancer
As the world continues to deal with the coronavirus crisis, other important health issues haven't gone away. October is breast cancer awareness month, and Nancy Brinker, the founder of the Susan G. Komen Foundation and the Promise Fund of Florida, joined CBSN to discuss the impact the pandemic is having on breast cancer prevention and treatment.
Time's 100 Most Influential People of 2020
TIME has released its list of the year's most influential people. Dan Macsai, the magazine's executive editor and editorial director of TIME100, spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what makes this year's list so different from past ones.
Supreme Court battle and risk of culture war
Some are arguing that Democrats should take a more subdued approach in the fight over filling Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's seat on the Supreme Court. Anne Applebaum, a staff writer for The Atlantic, joined CBSN to discuss her recent article entitled "If You Care About the Court, Don't Talk About It."
Doctor on Americans' susceptibility to COVID-19
In a Senate hearing on Capitol Hill, Dr. Robert Redfield, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, warned that most Americans - perhaps 90% - are still at risk of contracting the coronavirus. Dr. Uché Blackstock joined CBSN with more.
Trump says he may not OK stricter FDA standards for vaccine approval
Mr. Trump told reporters tightened standards from the FDA for an emergency use authorization for a coronavirus vaccine "sounds like a political move."
United launches COVID-19 testing program
Kris Van Cleave gets a behind-the-scenes look at United Airlines' new COVID-19 rapid testing program at San Francisco International Airport. The airline sees this effort as a first step toward reconnecting the U.S. with international travel.
New COVID-19 warning from CDC director
CDC Director Robert Redfield is urging Americans not to let their guard down after preliminary findings from a new nationwide antibody study showed about 90% of Americans are still susceptible to the virus. David Begnaud reports.
United rolling out COVID-19 testing program for passengers
The program will roll out in San Francisco for flyers bound for Hawaii.
Black physicians group to vet safety of COVID-19 vaccines
The National Medical Association says African Americans don't trust the government when it comes to deadly virus.
Colorado business owners adapt to COVID realities, prepare for future
"Anything that could have gone wrong has gone wrong this year, and I think we've still come out the other side feeling confident about this winter," said The Aspen Company's Caleb Sample.
Trump declines to commit to peaceful transfer of power if he loses
The president also fielded questions about his Supreme Court nominee and about the development of a COVID vaccine.
How businesses are trying to reopen safely
Many U.S. businesses are implementing extensive cleaning and disinfecting procedures in order to safely reopen during the pandemic. CBSN associate producer Ayanna Runcie shows us what this process looks like.
Biden remains focused on COVID, economy amid SCOTUS battle
Meanwhile, President Trump will be announcing his conservative female Supreme Court nominee Saturday afternoon.
Spanish flu survivor still plays tennis at 102
Spanish flu survivor Evelyn Schroedl is living through another pandemic. But, at age 102, she’s COVID-free and still playing tennis. Chip Reid has her story.
Trump pushes to fill Supreme Court seat
President Trump said Wednesday he wants to fill Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s seat before the election. Mr. Trump said he is worried the election will come before the court. Weijia Jiang reports.
Dr. Fauci spars with Rand Paul at hearing
Top infectious disease experts delivered testimony about the U.S. pandemic response before a Senate committee Wednesday. Dr. Fauci went back and forth with Rand Paul, and accused the senator of distorting information. Mola Lenghi reports.
Coronavirus and the housing market
August sales of existing homes hit the highest level in nearly 14 years. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger helps explain how coronavirus is impacting the housing market and how some sectors may actually be showing positive signs despite the pandemic.
Fauci answers questions on COVID vaccine
At a Senate committee hearing Wednesday, Dr. Anthony Fauci answered a series of questions from Senator Lamar Alexander about what to expect from the coronavirus vaccines that are currently being tested. Watch his remarks.
Judge Barrett visits White House again
Judge Amy Coney Barrett, one of President Trump's top contenders to be nominated for Justice Ginsburg's Supreme Court seat, visited the White House again yesterday. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN with the latest.
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Witkoff, Kushner set to head to Pakistan today for Iran talks
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to head to Islamabad Saturday for Iran peace talks, although it is unclear if direct talks with Iran will take place.
Roommate faces murder charges in deaths of 2 doctoral students
A 26-year-old man is facing two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, according to authorities.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before a explosion left it in flames.
Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
Commercial vessels face risks from mines and threats from land, Chevron's chief executive Mike Wirth said in an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
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White House mulls using Defense Production Act in Spirit Airlines takeover
President Trump is open to some type of federal action, several sources told CBS News, and he has said publicly he'd "do it to save the jobs."
2 Georgia wildfires destroy more than 100 homes, scorch over 38,000 acres
Extreme drought has turned the region into a tinderbox and allowed flames to spread.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's "TrumpRx" website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
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King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
2 Georgia wildfires destroy more than 100 homes, scorch over 38,000 acres
Extreme drought has turned the region into a tinderbox and allowed flames to spread.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
Roommate faces murder charges in deaths of 2 doctoral students
A 26-year-old man is facing two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, according to authorities.
How a 9-year-old girl found a confidence-changing role model in a Denver soccer star
"I didn't want to be known as the girl with one arm that plays soccer," Denver Summit FC player Carson Pickett told CBS News. "I just wanted to be known for the girl that plays soccer."
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Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
Commercial vessels face risks from mines and threats from land, Chevron's chief executive Mike Wirth said in an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
The Iran war's economic hit could linger through 2026, economists say
Economists say Americans should expect elevated prices at the pump and rising grocery costs in the months to come.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.
Trader Joe's customers sue over coffee's caffeine levels
Consumers allege that Trader Joe's improperly advertised a coffee product as fully caffeinated when it was not.
IEA says Iran war will keep the natural gas market tight for two years
The conflict is expected to crimp global natural gas supplies due to damage to liquefied natural gas facilities in Qatar.
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Book excerpt: "The First Eight" by Jim Clyburn
The South Carolina Democrat, the ninth Black man to represent his state in the House of Representatives, writes of his predecessors who helped direct the course of America during and after Reconstruction.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
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A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
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King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
Armed groups in Mali attack capital in possible coordinated effort, army says
Mali has been plagued by insurgencies fought by affiliates of al Qaeda and the Islamic State group.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
Commercial vessels face risks from mines and threats from land, Chevron's chief executive Mike Wirth said in an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
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Frankie Grande on starring in "Titaníque"
Frankie Grande sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his starring role in Broadway's latest hit show "Titaníque," after originating the part in the show's Off-Broadway run.
Woman brings South Carolina town back to life
Darla Moore is a billionaire from Lake City, South Carolina, who saw an opportunity to revitalize her small hometown with ArtFields, a festival that transforms the town into a hub for Southern art and history.
Broadway star on role with Savannah Bananas
Tony-nominated Broadway actor Derek Klena sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest venture as a performer and player for the Savannah Bananas baseball team.
The Milk Carton Kids perform "A Friend Like You"
Grammy-nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids are out with their 7th studio album, "Lost Cause Lover Fool." Here they are performing "A Friend Like You."
The Milk Carton Kids perform "I'll Go Home From Here"
Grammy-nominated folk duo The Milk Carton Kids are out with their 7th studio album, "Lost Cause Lover Fool." Here they are performing "A Friend Like You."
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Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
Why phone-free parties are gaining popularity
Some young people are opting to go phone-free to live in the moment. USA Today youth mental health reporter Rachel Hale went to an underground, phone-free party in New York City and wrote about her experience. She tells "The Daily Report" about it.
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.
Meta to cut 8,000 jobs as it charges into AI
Meta plans to lay off roughly 10% of its workforce as the technology giant steps up its spending on artificial intelligence.
Victim has "nothing left" as AI fuels a surge in crypto fraud schemes
One woman's entire life savings was stolen from her by sophisticated scammers who used artificial intelligence to perfectly manipulate her.
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From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
60-foot octopus ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs, fossils show
New analyses of fossilized jaws reveal that massive, kraken-like octopuses once hunted alongside other marine predators.
Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
Scientists spent over two years identifying a mysterious object found off the coast of Alaska in 2023.
Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
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Murder charges in case of USF students
A 26-year-old man is facing murder charges in connection to the disappearance of two University of South Florida doctoral students after one was found dead and police continue searching for the other, authorities said Saturday.
Mom charged after son injures Vietnam vet
A California teen on an electric motorcycle critically injured a pedestrian, and now the boy's mother could now face years in prison. Jonathan Vigliotti explains.
DOJ permits death by firing squad
Death by firing squad is now reinstated in U.S. federal cases, according to a new policy announced on Friday by the Trump administration.
Polymarket on soldier arrest: "The system works"
A U.S. special forces soldier was arrested Thursday for allegedly using confidential government information to make more than $400,000 off the arrest of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Polymarket. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has the details. Then, Dennis Kelleher, CEO of financial regulation nonprofit Better Markets, joins with analysis.
Missing Florida student found dead, arrest made
One of two missing University of South Florida doctoral students was found dead, and a roommate was taken into custody, police said on Friday.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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The Dish: Chef Nick Kennedy
Chef Nick Kennedy felt a pull to create a more robust dining community in a small Philadelphia neighborhood. His solution was Defined Hospitality, a restaurant group that owns seven bars and restaurants in Fishtown.
Frankie Grande on starring in "Titaníque"
Frankie Grande sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his starring role in Broadway's latest hit show "Titaníque," after originating the part in the show's Off-Broadway run.
Woman brings South Carolina town back to life
Darla Moore is a billionaire from Lake City, South Carolina, who saw an opportunity to revitalize her small hometown with ArtFields, a festival that transforms the town into a hub for Southern art and history.
Broadway star on role with Savannah Bananas
Tony-nominated Broadway actor Derek Klena sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his latest venture as a performer and player for the Savannah Bananas baseball team.
What to expect from King Charles' U.S. visit
King Charles III is set to make his state visit to the U.S. next week to mark America's 250th anniversary. It comes amid some tension between the U.S. and U.K.