California becomes first state to surpass 600,000 COVID-19 cases
The state leads the nation in COVID-19 cases, followed by Florida and Texas.
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White House report recommends Georgia issue statewide mask mandate
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is trying to stop Atlanta from mandating masks.
State of Black America amid COVID-19
The National Urban League is out with its report on the State of Black America in 2020, as the coronavirus pandemic and protests over police violence expose deeply rooted inequities affecting communities of color. Marc Morial, the president and CEO of the National Urban League, joined CBSN to discuss the report.
Doctor on COVID-19 symptoms and herd immunity
The nation's top infectious disease expert is warning against the idea of letting coronavirus infections run rampant in order to achieve possible herd immunity. And a new study outlines the specific order of symptoms that may help set COVID-19 apart from other illnesses. Dr. Bob Lahita joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
Trump ramps up attacks on mail-in voting
President Trump is escalating his rhetoric against mail-in voting as he threatens to block funding for the U.S. Postal Service ahead of the November election. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns has done extensive reporting on this issue, and she joins CBSN to explain the latest developments as well as the latest on plans for next week's Democratic National Convention.
Spain bans public smoking, France eyes new rules as COVID cases surge
They had gotten on top of their coronavirus epidemics, but the two European vacation destinations are now battling to contain second waves.
New Zealand extends lockdown of largest city as COVID cluster grows
Source of 30 new infections remains a mystery, but leader Jacinda Arndern says her country can beat back the disease a 2nd time.
Postal Service warns some mail-in votes may not be counted in Pennsylvania
The delays could present an "overwhelming, statewide risk of disenfranchisement," according to the Pennsylvania State Department.
Biden and Harris call for 3-month nationwide mask mandate
Biden told reporters that "every governor should mandate" wearing a mask outside of the home for at least three months.
Kids over age 2 should wear masks: Experts
Parents, teachers and health experts weigh the risks of sending students back to school as more heartbreaking stories of generations of families struck down by COVID-19 emerge. David Begnaud reports.
Chicken imported to China from Brazil positive for COVID-19, officials say
The CDC says there is no evidence to suggest that consuming or handling food is associated with the coronavirus.
AMC movie theaters to reopen with 15-cent tickets
The price reflects the cost of movie tickets in the 1920s, but will only be offered on reopening day.
Strict curbs at pandemic's apparent first high school football game
Fans wore masks and players drank from their own water bottles instead of sharing, and fans were restricted, as Herriman High in Utah took on Davis High.
CDC director says U.S. could have "worst fall" ever
"This could be the worst fall from a public health perspective we've ever had," said CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield.
Postal Service changes, coronavirus relief deadlock have lawmakers worried about November
As Democrats press for federal assistance for the U.S. Postal Service, President Trump admitted starving the agency of federal money stymies efforts to expand mail-in voting.
Novak Djokovic to play in US Open, Bianca Andreescu opts out
While Djokovic will be playing, Andreescu joined the growing list of players who have opted out of the 2020 competition.
White House on Mideast deal, COVID crisis
President Trump announced a peace deal between Israel and the United Arab Emirates on Thursday. He continues pushing to reopen schools this fall, while Joe Biden calls for a nationwide mask mandate. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and NPR White House correspondent Tamara Keith joined CBSN with the latest news from the White House.
More than 1,500 students and staff quarantined as schools reopen
More than 1,500 students in seven states were quarantined following positive coronavirus cases in schools that had just reopened their doors.
Trump under fire for handling of census
President Trump is seeking to bar undocumented immigrants from being counted in future congressional representation. His administration cut a month off the time period for completing the census as the coronavirus pandemic makes the process more challenging. Rebecca Rainey, an employment and immigration reporter for Politico, joined CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the impact.
ISIS accused of selling fake PPE online to finance terrorism
Their alleged aim is to raise money by offering bogus personal protective equipment at a time of desperate shortages.
100 AMC movie theaters to reopen by August 20
AMC Theaters, the nation's largest theater chain, said it will limit seating capacity, make masks mandatory, and practice social distancing to keep customers safe when it reopens its theaters.
Georgia governor withdrawing lawsuit against Atlanta mayor
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp had claimed that the city was imposing more restrictive measures than his executive orders amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
EMS workers are quitting. COVID-19 makes the job too risky
"I knew it would probably kill me if I went out there," says one emergency responder on his decision to retire early.
Virologist on COVID, schools and flu season
The U.S. reported over 1,500 coronavirus deaths in a single day for the first time since mid-May, making it the summer's deadliest day for the virus. CBS News' Danya Bacchus reports on the impact on back-to-school plans, and Columbia University virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen joins CBSN to discuss how flu season may make things worse and factors to consider when making decisions on in-person learning.
Navigating the housing market during a pandemic
Home prices are up in 96% of U.S. cities, but deals can still be found due to the impact of COVID-19.
At least 4 dead as Isaias brings threat of floods across the Southeast
At least 12 killed, more than 300 hurt in strike on Saudi airport, officials say
DOJ investigating TV networks over suspension of press pool after Trump media ban
Christa Pike released from hospital following botched execution, lawyers say
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