Atlanta mayor: Georgia governor's actions are "simply bizarre"
Bottoms says she hasn't seen "any data or science that points to" recent protests contributing to the recent coronavirus spike in Georgia.
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Transcript: Dr. Richard Besser on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former Acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser that aired Sunday, July 19, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms that aired Sunday, July 19, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Colin Powell on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Former Secretary of State Colin Powell that aired Sunday, July 19, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Wooden money
During the Great Depression, when cash was hard to come by, the city of Tenino, Washington printed its own scrip on bits of wood. Now, the antique printing press is busy again producing wooden currency, adorned with Latin, for those hard-hit by the COVID shutdown. Luke Burbank reports.
Rethinking the post-pandemic workplace
When (or if) we go back to the office, the working environment may be entirely different from how we left it prior to COVID
A day at the office in a COVID world
When (or if) we go back to the office, the working environment may be entirely different from where we left it prior to the start of the pandemic. John Blackstone reports on how some workplaces are being redesigned to take social distancing into account.
Blue Jays barred from playing games in Canada for 2020 season
The Canadian government announced it would be too dangerous to allow players to travel to and from areas in the U.S. with a high risk of infection.
Coronavirus cases continue to spike
Several states are seeing a dramatic rise in new COVID-19 cases, four months since the pandemic began. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, joined to CBSN to discuss how state officials can get a handle on the virus.
White House roundup
President Trump tweeted condolences for.Congressman John Lewis and ordered flags to be lowered at half-staff at official buildings after the civil rights legend died on Friday. Meanwhile, the president had harsh words for his niece Mary, whose tell-all book about the President has already sold almost a million copies. CBS News correspondent Nikole Killion joins Lana Zak from the White House with the latest.
Ex-CDC chief calls for "consistent messaging" amid pandemic
"We need consistent messaging: masks are important, contact tracing is important, testing is important, staying home is important," he said.
New York's virus hospitalizations fall to lowest number in four months
Governor Cuomo cautioned that a rise in cases elsewhere could have an impact on New York.
U.S. sees more than 70,000 new virus cases for second day in a row
The U.S. total confirmed case count now tops 3.6 million, and over 139,000 people have died due to the virus.
Could cannabis be a possible treatment for COVID-19?
Researchers are recommending scientists study the potential use of cannabis-derived CBD in anti-viral therapies, due to its known anti-inflammatory properties.
U.S. sees over 3.6 million COVID-19 cases
More than 71,000 new coronavirus cases were reported in the U.S. Friday, bringing the total number of infections to more than 3.6 million. The White House coronavirus task force has a graphic that designates 18 states as “red zones,” and recommends that red zone counties require masks. Michael George looks at the state of the pandemic in the U.S., including some of the hardest-hit areas.
Former CDC head on coronavirus messaging
Coronavirus cases are skyrocketing across the U.S., with the total confirmed number at more than 3.6 million. More than 71,000 new cases were reported Friday. Dr. Tom Frieden, former CDC director and current president and CEO of Resolve to Save Lives joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the latest developments.
NYC to enter Phase 4 of reopening, Cuomo says
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Friday that New York City has been cleared to enter its fourth and final phase of reopening after shutting down four months ago as it became the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
New York City cleared to enter Phase 4 of reopening
Every region of the state is now in Phase 4, according to a press release from Cuomo's office.
Majority of California students will begin classes remotely this fall
Governor Gavin Newsom announced only counties not on the state's watchlist can re-open schools.
The Alabama factory preparing America for a COVID-19 vaccine
"I don't want to exaggerate. But that's basically what you're telling us to do. Save the world and do it in three months."
Florida counties impose curfews as coronavirus cases spike
Officials on Friday announced an 8 p.m. curfew along South Beach, as Florida topped 10,000 single-day cases for the tenth time.
Newly revealed WH doc backs stricter measures
A newly revealed White House document suggests that states experiencing major surges in coronavirus infections take more stringent measures, such as closing bars and mandating face masks. Paula Reid reports.
Artist thanks medical workers by painting them
Although Steve refuses payment of any kind, he says he's gotten very rich in another way.
Counties impose curfews as COVID-19 cases spike
Local leaders are clamping down as some of the country's hot spots see a rise in coronavirus cases. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Russian hackers accused of targeting vaccine
A Russian-backed hacking group is believed to have targeted organizations working on a coronavirus vaccine. CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports from London, where the world's leading clinical trials might be at risk, and CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joined CBSN to discuss.
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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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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.
Iran proposes Strait of Hormuz toll
Iran is reportedly planning to charge ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz a toll. CBS News contributor Joe Zacks has more.