9/8/20: Red and Blue
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COVID-19
Drugmakers sign safety pledge amid COVID vaccine development
The CEOs of nine drugmakers vowed not to seek approval for coronavirus vaccines until they're proved safe and effective. Meanwhile, AstraZeneca paused its closely-watched vaccine trial after one participant developed a possible adverse reaction. Adriana Diaz has the details.
AstraZeneca starts phase 3 vaccine trials
Oxford University, in partnership with AstraZeneca, started testing the first U.S. volunteers as part of its phase three COVID-19 vaccine trial. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS This Morning" with an exclusive interview with an American in the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine trial.
More students return to in-person classes amid pandemic
From Arizona to New York, thousands of students started the new school year this week with in-person classes, but this comes as numbers show more than half a million U.S. children have tested positive for the coronavirus since the spring. Omar Villafranca reports.
Drugmakers vow to hold off on virus vaccine until it's safe
Joint pledge from nine drugmakers comes as the Trump administration is pushing for a coronavirus vaccine this fall.
Nonprofit provides meals to needy in Texas
Kids Bring Life is providing food to people in the Dallas area who may not know where their next meal will come from amid the coronavirus pandemic. Mireya Villarreal shares their story.
Father and son are fighting hunger in Dallas
A nonprofit is helping feed people facing food insecurity in the Dallas area, and it's doing it with the help of a father and his son.
Qiagen to launch 15-minute COVID-19 test
Test is designed for use in high-traffic facilities like airports and stadiums, diagnostic company says.
Air travel hit a 5-month high over Labor Day weekend
More than 3 million travelers passed through U.S. airports over the holiday weekend, the most since March.
Trump and Biden spar over COVID vaccine
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden says he would want to hear from scientists, not just President Trump, about the safety of any potential coronavirus vaccine. President Trump says Biden's comments "undermine science." CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with more on that plus the latest pushback over a report in "The Atlantic" that the president disparaged soldiers killed in combat, and the president's plans to release a list of potential Supreme Court nominees.
Key things to know before 2020 election
The voting process is different in each state and rules keep changing as election officials work to make voting safe and fair. CBS News campaign reporter Cara Korte joins CBSN with a breakdown of the key terms and deadlines you should know heading into the the 2020 presidential election.
How the pandemic is impacting mental health
Ramani Durvasula, a clinical psychologist and professor at California State - Los Angeles, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the impact the pandemic is having on people's mental health and well-being.
U.K. COVID cases surge after people "relaxed"
There were nearly 3,000 daily coronavirus cases recorded in Britain on Monday and Tuesday, up from between 1,400 to 1,700 daily cases over the previous week. CBS News' Haley Ott reports from London.
As COVID cases surge, U.K. official says people "relaxed too much"
"Now is the time for us to reengage and realize that this is a continuing threat to us," England's deputy chief medical officer says.
Social atrophy during coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has forced shutdowns and event cancellations worldwide, and health experts worry a lack of social interactions could lead to lasting difficulties for many people. Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober joins CBSN to discuss the impacts the pandemic is having on mental health.
Some South African students move in with teachers amid pandemic
Durning the hard lockdown, online learning was impossible for thousands of children because of a lack of access to technology.
South Africa reopens schools amid COVID-19
South Africa has more coronavirus cases than any other country in Africa, but students there have been back in the classroom for weeks. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta shows us how several schools are adapting new ways of teaching to keep students safe amid the pandemic.
GOP and Dems diverge on how to turn out voters amid COVID-19
Sixty days to go and Republicans are resuming in-person campaigning as Democrats lean in on virtual efforts.
Share your COVID-19 back-to-school story with CBS News
Six months into the pandemic, school districts, parents, teachers and students are faced with a web of difficult decisions.
Netflix founder on work culture, leadership
Reed Hastings founded Netflix in 1997. Today, it has a quarterly revenue of over $6 billion. Hastings joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how creating a company culture ultimately led to Netflix's success.
How South African students cope with COVID
South Africa has more coronavirus cases than any other country in Africa, but students there have been back in the classroom for weeks. Debora Patta goes to a school in an impoverished area that even sent groups of children home to live with teachers to get the determined kids back quickly. She also visits an elite girls school where technology makes studying easier, but doesn't spare the kids from the emotional challenges of change.
Coronavirus vaccine trials and tribulations
Health experts say the public needs a coronavirus vaccine as soon as possible, but it needs to be tested thoroughly enough to ensure its safety. David Begnaud reports.
Trump, Biden spar as campaigns gear up
With just 56 days until Election Day, President Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden sparred over vaccines and the military. Paula Reid reports from the White House.
Biden says he would take COVID-19 vaccine
Only about a fifth of voters nationwide say they'd get a vaccine as soon as possible if one were available at no cost.
"Reckless" frat party linked to coronavirus outbreak
The University of New Hampshire's president said more than 100 people attended the Aug. 29 party at the Theta Chi fraternity.
U.S. officials' response to Alex Pretti shooting causes anger among some at DHS
"When we gaslight and contradict what the public can plainly see with their own eyes, we lose all credibility," one DHS official said.
Bovino, some Border Patrol agents set to leave Minneapolis
Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino and some of his agents are expected to soon leave the Minneapolis area, two sources tell CBS News.
Visual investigation of Minnesota shooting at odds with official statements
Bystander videos verified by CBS News show the scene from multiple angles before and during the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
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Some Border Patrol agents in Alex Pretti shooting had body cams, officials confirm
Two U.S. officials tell CBS News some of the Border Patrol agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis had body cameras. Also on Monday, President Trump and Gov. Walz both confirmed they are in conversation about scaling down the federal surge in Minnesota.
Private jet crashes at Maine airport; 6 on board presumed dead, police say
The police in Bangor, Maine, said all six people on a private business jet are presumed dead after the plane crashed in a snowstorm at Bangor International Airport.
What Trump officials say and what videos show in Alex Pretti's killing
Federal agents shot and killed a Minnesota ICU nurse in south Minneapolis on Saturday.
Trump says he's raising tariffs on South Korea to 25%
President Trump is hiking tariffs on imports from South Korea, saying its government has reneged on an agreement to approve a bilateral trade deal.
U.S. carrier strike group enters Middle East region after Iran warning
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group has crossed into Central Command, the Middle East region that includes Iran, a U.S. official told CBS News.
Ye, formerly Kanye West, reveals brain injury, apologizes for antisemitic remarks
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
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Trump says he's raising tariffs on South Korea to 25%
President Trump is hiking tariffs on imports from South Korea, saying its government has reneged on an agreement to approve a bilateral trade deal.
Some states expand ACA subsidies as federal tax credits lapse
A handful of U.S. states are moving to ease the cost of Affordable Care Act insurance as millions of Americans see their premiums spike.
Team USA names Winter Olympics roster of 232 athletes
Olympic veterans, including skier Lindsey Vonn and bobsledders Kaillie Humphries and Elana Meyers Taylor, are among the seven Americans making their fifth trips to the games.
Bovino, some Border Patrol agents set to leave Minneapolis
Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino and some of his agents are expected to soon leave the Minneapolis area, three sources tell CBS News.
Tax season starts today. Here's when you'll get your refund in 2026.
The IRS started accepting tax returns on Jan. 26. Here's everything you need to know about getting your tax refund.
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Trump says he's raising tariffs on South Korea to 25%
President Trump is hiking tariffs on imports from South Korea, saying its government has reneged on an agreement to approve a bilateral trade deal.
Some states expand ACA subsidies as federal tax credits lapse
A handful of U.S. states are moving to ease the cost of Affordable Care Act insurance as millions of Americans see their premiums spike.
Tax season starts today. Here's when you'll get your refund in 2026.
The IRS started accepting tax returns on Jan. 26. Here's everything you need to know about getting your tax refund.
Bettors wagered millions on expected snowfall across the U.S.
This weekend's snowstorm could prove to be lucrative for some online bettors.
Google to pay $68 million over allegations it eavesdropped on users
Class-action lawsuit alleged that Google's voice assistant illegally recorded and shared private conversations with advertisers.
Politics
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Trump says he's raising tariffs on South Korea to 25%
President Trump is hiking tariffs on imports from South Korea, saying its government has reneged on an agreement to approve a bilateral trade deal.
Senators continue to press for answers over death of Renee Good
Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee said the Justice Department's "refusal to investigate is a complete abdication of responsibility."
Bovino, some Border Patrol agents set to leave Minneapolis
Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino and some of his agents are expected to soon leave the Minneapolis area, three sources tell CBS News.
American Dennis Coyle marks 1 year of detention in Afghanistan
Dennis Coyle, 64, was abducted from his Kabul apartment last year and has been held in near-solitary confinement by the Taliban.
Walz: Trump agrees to consider reducing federal surge in Minnesota
Gov. Tim Walz says that he and President Trump shared a "productive" phone call Monday morning, during which he says the president agreed to consider a reduction of federal immigration enforcement forces in Minnesota.
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Winter storm brings warnings about heart attack risk of shoveling snow
Cardiologists say shoveling snow can increase a person's risk of experiencing a heart attack.
Heart failure threatened her pregnancy. A first-of-its-kind procedure saved it.
Cassandra King was thrilled to be pregnant after years of fertility struggles and multiple miscarriages. Then a sudden cardiac event threatened everything.
Loss of measles-free status would be "cost of doing business," new CDC deputy says
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
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Team USA names Winter Olympics roster of 232 athletes
Olympic veterans, including skier Lindsey Vonn and bobsledders Kaillie Humphries and Elana Meyers Taylor, are among the seven Americans making their fifth trips to the games.
American Dennis Coyle marks 1 year of detention in Afghanistan
Dennis Coyle, 64, was abducted from his Kabul apartment last year and has been held in near-solitary confinement by the Taliban.
X and Grok AI users can still digitally undress people without consent
As the European Union announces an investigation, the Grok chatbot tells CBS News, "Yes, tools like me should face meaningful regulation."
Cyclist knocked off bike by kangaroo, recovers to win Tour Down Under
Jay Vine was knocked from his bike when two large kangaroos bounced onto the road on a high speed section.
Israel says remains of last hostage recovered from Gaza
Israel's military says the remains of Ran Gvili, the last person whose body was taken hostage into Gaza, have been recovered.
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Ye, formerly Kanye West, reveals brain injury, apologizes for antisemitic remarks
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
Sundance Film Festival leaving Park City, Utah
After more than 40 years, the Sundance Film Festival is leaving its longtime host of Park City, Utah, and heading to Boulder, Colorado. Sarah Horbacewicz reports.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton, the original supermodel
As the face of Revlon, Lauren Hutton – called a "believable beauty" – became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks about her adventurous life of no regrets.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second."
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including the iconic Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani.
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Google to pay $68 million over allegations it eavesdropped on users
Class-action lawsuit alleged that Google's voice assistant illegally recorded and shared private conversations with advertisers.
X and Grok AI users can still digitally undress people without consent
As the European Union announces an investigation, the Grok chatbot tells CBS News, "Yes, tools like me should face meaningful regulation."
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.
Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Science
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Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
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Walz: Trump agrees to consider reducing federal surge in Minnesota
Gov. Tim Walz says that he and President Trump shared a "productive" phone call Monday morning, during which he says the president agreed to consider a reduction of federal immigration enforcement forces in Minnesota.
"Narco sub" sinks with more drugs aboard after record cocaine haul seized
Police were assisted by the navy and air force, as well as the U.K. and U..S authorities, in difficult weather conditions.
Latest news on Alex Pretti shooting
Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem claimed Alex Pretti attacked Border Patrol officers before he was fatally shot in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This comes as more Trump administration officials react to the incident. CBS News' Lana Zak and Natalie Brand report.
Political strategists on Pretti shooting
Political strategists Kristian Ramos and Rina Shah join CBS News with their reactions to Border Patrol killing Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Differing accounts of Alex Pretti shooting
The federal government's accounts of the most recent shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, involving immigration officials, appear to clash with evidence emerging. CBS News' Lana Zak has more.
Space
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Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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Sen. Chris Murphy on funding fight over DHS
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have until Friday to avert a partial government shutdown. As a result of this weekend's deadly shooting in Minneapolis, Senate Democrats have vowed to block the six-bill package, which includes funding for ICE and Border Patrol. Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut joins to discuss.
Recovery efforts underway after winter storm
Millions of Americans are digging out from this weekend's winter storm. CBS News' Tom Hanson, Jason Allen and Rob Marciano have the latest.
Minnesota lawmaker calls Bondi letter "extortion"
Minnesota officials were in court on Monday seeking a federal order to end the surge of ICE agents to the state. In addition to that, Attorney General Pam Bondi is pushing Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to give the federal government access to the state's voter rolls and public assistance data. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, Democratic Minnesota State House member Zack Stephenson joins to discuss.
Grief, outrage in Minneapolis after Pretti killing
President Trump is sending border czar Tom Homan to Minneapolis after another shooting death at the hands of federal immigration officers. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Ex-police commissioner on Pretti investigation
A federal immigration official on Saturday shot and killed 37-year-old U.S. citizen Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse with the Veterans Administration. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison joins with his perspective.