How plasma transfusions may heal COVID-19 patients
Convalescent plasma – using a transfusion of blood with antibodies donated by recovered patients – has already shown promising results as a treatment for coronavirus
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Using plasma transfusions to treat COVID-19
Convalescent plasma – using a transfusion of blood with antibodies donated by recovered patients – may just be a stop-gap measure against COVID-19 until more treatments and a vaccine come along. But doctors have already used donated plasma on thousands of patients, and are finding some success with a procedure that dates back more than 120 years in the fight against the spread of disease. Allison Aubrey, of National Public Radio, reports.
For better or worse, in quarantine
The marriage vows might say "'Til death do us part," but they don't say anything about being together all day, every day. Togetherness in a relationship is taking on a new meaning during the coronavirus pandemic, when partners are sequestered with each other for 24 hours a day. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with comedian Samantha Bee and husband Jason Jones, who are producing her TV show, "Full Frontal," from their Upstate New York home; psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb, author of "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone"; and family law attorney Laura Wasser, about what lockdown may mean for a marriage.
Preview "Bravery and Hope: 7 Days on the Front Line"
In the midst of a pandemic that has paralyzed the world, a team of CBS News journalists embedded with emergency physicians and critical care specialists struggling to save patients suffering from COVID-19 in "Bravery and Hope: 7 Days on the Front Line," a one-hour, primetime special set at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York. The special will air May 15 at 9p ET on CBS.
Sioux tribe rejects governor's request to remove checkpoints
"I absolutely agree that we need to work together during this time of crisis, however you continuing to interfere in our efforts to do what science and facts dictate seriously undermine our ability to protect everyone on the reservation," Chairman Harold Frazier said in a statement.
Software monitors employees working from home
Some employers are turning to software that monitors their employees as they work from home during the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nick Thompson joined CBSN with how it works.
Worldwide coronavirus cases top 4 million
The worldwide death toll topped 277,000 on Saturday, with the United States recording more than 78,000 deaths, the highest of any country in the world.
Roy Horn dies from coronavirus
Legendary illusionist Roy Horn, best known as half of the magic duo Siegfried and Roy, died in Las Vegas on Friday from complications related to COVID-19, CBS News has confirmed. He was 75. Danya Bacchus reports.
Obama: Trump pandemic response "an absolute chaotic disaster"
Obama also expressed concern about the Justice Department's decision to drop charges against Michael Flynn
Two special elections are latest test of voting amid coronavirus
The two special elections on May 12 will be held in California and Wisconsin.
FDA approves new coronavirus antigen test with fast results
Antigen tests can diagnose active infections by detecting the earliest toxic traces of the virus rather than genetic code of the virus itself.
Cuomo announces new testing centers
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Saturday announced two dozen new coronavirus testing centers in churches in predominately low-income and minority communities. New York's largest health system, Northwell Health, will conduct the tests. "The churches will help us outreach to people in the community, and get people to come in and explain to people why it's important to come in and get tested," Cuomo said.
Cuomo announces initiative to expand testing in minority communities
He also said three children in New York have died from possible complications from the coronavirus.
Newsom declares California will be a vote-by-mail state
The executive order does not replace in-person voting, Newsom said during a press conference.
Ted Cruz gets haircut at Texas salon after owner released from jail
"Glad Shelley is out of jail & her business is open!" Cruz said while visiting Salon à la Mode.
The "astonishing" April jobs report
"Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan discusses the crippling effect coronavirus has had on the U.S. economy with Grant Thornton's chief economist, Diane Swonk
Watch live: New York Governor Cuomo gives coronavirus update
He announced Thursday that no one in the state can be evicted for not paying rent due to the coronavirus until August 20.
FDA commissioner self-quarantines after contact with person who tested positive
The FDA says he tested negative for COVID-19.
Live animal "wet markets" in NYC face protests amid coronavirus crisis
Since the COVID-19 crisis began, New York state has stopped inspecting live animal markets.
Trump says VP staffer has coronavirus
At a luncheon with GOP lawmakers, President Trump confirmed that Vice Presdient Pence's press secretary Katie Miller had tested positive for coronavirus. This comes just one day after the president's own staffer tested positive. Politico's Daniel Lippman joins CBSN to discuss.
Newsom announces vote-by-mail order
California Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday signed an executive order that will send every California voter a mail-in ballot for the November election. "No Californian should be forced to risk their health in order to exercise their right to vote," Newsom said.
Navajo Nation residents face coronavirus without running water
"Our needs are dire," one community leader said. "We feel like we're forgotten at times."
70% of US Olympic sports applied for PPP funds, AP report finds
"Certainly, the sports organizations we work with closely are feeling revenue pain," said the CEO of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee. "And it's immediate."
Transcript: Economist Diane Swonk on the April jobs report
In an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan, Grant Thornton's Chief Economist lays out the bumpy road ahead for the U.S. economy during the pandemic.
Frontier Airlines to begin temperature checks
Frontier Airlines is the first U.S. airline to implement temperature screenings for passengers before they board. The company recently came under fire for trying to charge an extra fee for passengers to sit next to an empty seat. CEO Barry Biffle joins CBSN to discuss.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
No suspect identified in disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Man who tried to shoot Trump at Florida golf course gets life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Minnesota corrections officials dispute accusations from feds
Immigration authorities say they're targeting the "worst of the worst," but they haven't asked to take custody of over 100 non-citizens in Minnesota's prison system.
Suspect in National Guard shooting in D.C. pleads not guilty
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of shooting two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House in November.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
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Anti-fraud task force targeting Calif., more states to be led by Vance: sources
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order putting JD Vance and Andrew Ferguson in charge of the group.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Treaty limiting U.S., Russian nuclear weapons expiring as leaders mull what's next
The last remaining nuclear treaty between the U.S. and Russia is set to expire Thursday, ending decades of arms control between the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals.
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EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
Washington Post begins sweeping layoffs as it scales back news coverage
Former WaPo executive editor Martin Baron told CBS News the paper's coverage will be "dramatically diminished" because of the job cuts.
China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Treaty limiting U.S., Russian nuclear weapons expiring as leaders mull what's next
The last remaining nuclear treaty between the U.S. and Russia is set to expire Thursday, ending decades of arms control between the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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Comedian gets 6 years in Russian prison over joke about war veteran
"I hope no one ever finds themselves in the same situation of brutal legal abuse that I did," Artemy Ostaninsaid in his final statement in court.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
Cold and doubt in Ukraine as 2nd round of talks with Russia kick off
U.S., Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are back around a table for a second round of technical talks, but in Kyiv, Russian bombs bring suffering and skepticism.
Ex-Prince Andrew moves out of royal home amid new Epstein revelations
King Charles' disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves from his royal mansion to a private estate after appearing in newly released Epstein files.
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Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Miranda Lambert sells entire music catalog
Country star Miranda Lambert's entire catalog now belongs to Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Domain Capital Group. Jem Aswad, executive editor for music at Variety, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
More companies are pointing to AI as they lay off employees
Although economists have generally downplayed the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs, some employers are highlighting their adoption of AI.
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.
Tech executive breaks down AI agents
Scott Hanselman, vice president of developer community at Microsoft, joins CBS News to explain the difference between an LLM like ChatGPT and an AI agent. He also explains how AI agents could become assertive if given too much access.
AI agents are using a social media platform
Moltbook, a social media platform for AI agents to interact, is growing. The Verge senior AI reporter Hayden Field joins CBS News with more details.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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.
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Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
National Guard shooting suspect in court
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., last November, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Ryan Routh sentenced to life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump in 2024 during his campaign for a second term, has been sentenced to life in prison. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
Man who tried to shoot Trump at Florida golf course gets life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Town Hall with Gov. Wes Moore airs Feb. 15
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, widely viewed as a potential Democratic contender for the 2028 presidential race, sits down with CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell to discuss key issues impacting the nation, his vision for the future of the Democratic Party and more in "CBS News Things That Matter: A Town Hall with Governor Wes Moore," airing on Sunday, Feb. 15, at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
U.S. talks with Iran still planned for Friday
U.S. forces shot down an Iranian drone Tuesday after the military said it "aggressively" approached a U.S. aircraft carrier operating in the region. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Homan: 700 federal agents leaving Minnesota
Border czar Tom Homan said Wednesday that 700 federal law enforcement personnel will leave Minnesota immediately. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has more.
Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
SCOTUS lets California use new congressional maps
The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that California can use its new congressional map in the upcoming midterm elections. The new maps could net Democrats five seats in the midterms.