COVID-19 study sees "significant" impact on brain
Researchers are still trying to understand how the virus results in symptoms that impact the brain for months after an infection.
COVID-19
Official COVID-19 death toll tops 6 million
The numbers everywhere are likely far higher than the official count shows.
3/6/2022: Platform 4, State of the Pandemic, Flying Blind
Ukrainian refugees reaching Polish train station share their stories; the state of the coronavirus pandemic; legally blind, 15-year-old freeride skier Jacob Smith
The state of the coronavirus pandemic
Dr. Jon LaPook speaks with leading scientists and virus trackers to learn how they’re looking for new coronavirus variants, and also for signs that the pandemic is winding down.
The adverse effect COVID-19 has on children
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky tells 60 Minutes the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted children.
The “new normal” according to the CDC
Dr. Arjun Srinivasan, an epidemiologist at the CDC, tells 60 Minutes how the government’s top public health agency is looking at the next phase of the pandemic.
COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky tells 60 Minutes she was surprised by the amount of vaccine hesitancy across the country.
COVID-19 and public health access
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky tells 60 Minutes the pandemic has highlighted disparities in healthcare access in Black and Hispanic communities.
Cautious optimism about the state of the coronavirus pandemic
Dr. Jon LaPook speaks with leading scientists and virus trackers to learn how they're looking for new coronavirus variants, and also for signs that the pandemic is winding down.
CDC explains how you should approach the next phase of the pandemic
The CDC tells 60 Minutes what it thinks "the new normal" will look like as COVID-19 cases fall following the Omicron surge.
Lessons from the 1918 Spanish Flu epidemic
The influenza pandemic that killed 675,000 Americans a century ago is often referred to as the "forgotten flu." Also forgotten: lessons it might have taught us for how to deal with the cost, in lives, of COVID-19.
Moms debate masking guidance
A group of Virginia moms with varying opinions discuss the state masking guidance in schools with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell. Nationwide, mask mandates are leaving parents with difficult decisions.
New York City rolls back its COVID restrictions
Starting Monday, businesses will no longer be required to ask for vaccination cards, and masks will no longer be mandated in public schools for children ages 5 and older.
CDC: No new variants of concern right now
Sunday, Dr. Jon LaPook reports from the CDC, where scientists say "there's nothing that appears to be the next Omicron" at this time.
Maternal deaths rise in 2020
Deaths among pregnant women and new mothers rose 14% in 2020, according to the National Center for Health Statistics, and one-third of those were among Black patients. Shannel Pearman, who nearly died of pregnancy-related complications, and Dr. Rachel Hardeman, the director of the Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Nikki Battiste to discuss the growing number of pregnancy-related deaths and why the Black community is most affected.
NFL suspends its COVID-19 protocols, citing national decrease in case count
Players will no longer be required to adhere to rigorous testing or mask wearing.
Ron DeSantis asks students to take face masks off at press conference
The governor said their mask-wearing is "COVID theater."
White House lays out new COVID plan, will stockpile tests and pills
The 96-page plan says the nation no longer needs to "let COVID-19 dictate how we live."
GOP response to State of the Union
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivered the Republican response to President Biden's State of the Union address. In her speech, she highlighted concerns about inflation and education policies. Watch her full remarks here.
Hawaii to lift COVID quarantine requirement for travelers
Hawaii has one of the lowest coronavirus infection rates in the nation.
What to expect in State of the Union
President Biden's State of the Union address will cover everything from the war in Ukraine and the pandemic to inflation and climate change. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joined CBS News to discuss.
"Unity agenda" expected in State of the Union
President Biden will deliver his first State of the Union address as the fighting in Ukraine worsens. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more on what the president is planning to discuss Tuesday night when he speaks to the nation.
Despite economic growth, families struggle to make ends meet
Even as President Biden touts his economic record, many people's finances are still far from recovery.
Parents discuss kids wearing masks in school
Norah O'Donnell spoke with four Virginia mothers who have different views about masks in school, but all agreed that parenting has been difficult during the pandemic.
California, Oregon, Washington to end school mask mandates
The California Teachers Association said it expected a mixed reaction to the announcement at schools.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as intel chief, citing husband's cancer diagnosis
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Over 40,000 evacuated in California chemical leak as officials warn tank may explode
Southern California officials have expanded evacuations in several Orange County cities due to concerns over a leaking toxic chemical tank that they say is "actively in crisis."
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who died in March, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
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Rubio says Iran imposing tolls on Strait of Hormuz "not acceptable"
The secretary of state tempered optimism for a deal to end the Iran war, calling Iran's bid to "create a tolling system" in the Strait of Hormuz "not acceptable."
Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
Kyle Busch was coughing up blood a day before his death, 911 call reveals
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
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How some U.S. schools are teaching kindness classes
Kindness 101 is a program that uses the stories CBS News finds in our "On the Road" series to teach kindness and character. The stories are paired with lesson plans created by a nonprofit at Iowa's Drake University called "Character Counts!"
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
Kyle Busch was coughing up blood a day before his death, 911 call reveals
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
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AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
Politics
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Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
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CIA director brought paramilitary leader involved in Maduro capture to Cuba meeting
When CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Havana last week to meet with senior Cuban officials, he brought along one of the covert operators involved in the mission to capture Nicolás Maduro, multiple people familiar with the matter said.
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
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Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Teen's mystery illness solved: "It took 18 years to get an answer"
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
U.S. steps up Ebola prevention efforts
The U.S. is stepping up efforts to prevent Ebola from entering the country through its airports, with one flight diverted to Canada on Wednesday evening. Ian Lee reports from Detroit.
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Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Bodies of divers who died in Maldives scuba accident returned to Italy
The remains of four Italian divers who died deep inside an underwater cave have been repatriated. One other set of remains was returned earlier this month.
Coal mine explosion in China kills 90 people, state media say
The incident marks China's deadliest mining accident in years.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Fake political party led by an AI cockroach overruns Indian politics
The satirical "Cockroach Janta Party" calls itself a "political front of the youth, by the youth, for the youth." India's government may be trying to squash it.
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The movies to tune in for this summer
Disney's latest addition to the Star Wars franchise, "The Mandalorian and Grogu," is kicking off the summer slate of blockbusters. Some other highly-anticipated movies that will be tested at the box office this summer are Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day," "Toy Story 5" and "Supergirl." Lucas Shaw, managing editor for media and entertainment at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Rob Base, rapper on classic hip-hop track "It Takes Two," dies at 59
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Weenie 500 winners relish first-place finish
The Indianapolis 500 is this Memorial Day Weekend, kicked off by the second annual Weenie 500. "Cook 'Em Cam" and "Jack and Cheese," whose New York dog won the race, join CBS News to discuss.
New movies to watch this summer
Major franchises are bringing new movies to a theater near you this summer. Fandango's Erik Davis joins with more.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
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CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
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.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
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Woman accused of shooting 2 lawyers
A woman is accused of opening fire outside a courthouse in Raleigh, North Carolina, and shooting two lawyers, police said.
Lawyers shot outside North Carolina courthouse
In Raleigh, North Carolina, a woman's civil case turned into a criminal one after police said she shot two lawyers outside a courthouse. Both were hospitalized. Skyler Henry reports.
Ivey and Ellison on 6 years since Floyd murder
Six years after his murder in Minneapolis, and despite passing the House twice, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act remains stalled in the Senate. Some lawmakers are hoping to change that. Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison join to reflect on the state of police reform.
Mosque attack was streamed online
The deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego was streamed online, and at least three people watched as two teenagers attacked the facility filled with young students, CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Space
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SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
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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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SpaceX launches revamped Super Heavy-Starship
SpaceX launched its revamped Super Heavy-Starship rocket on Friday, with some minor issues during the test, ahead of the company's highly anticipated initial public offering.
U.S. tightens Ebola travel restrictions
The U.S. has tightened its Ebola travel restrictions as more cases emerge in Africa and health officials battle misinformation about the virus.
Woman accused of shooting 2 lawyers
A woman is accused of opening fire outside a courthouse in Raleigh, North Carolina, and shooting two lawyers, police said.
Details emerge on Kyle Busch's death
More details are emerging about the sudden illness that led to NASCAR legend Kyle Busch's shocking death at 41.
Tulsi Gabbard resigns, Trump threatens Iran
Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation as director of national intelligence on Friday as the U.S. prepares for a fresh round of military strikes on Iran despite the current ceasefire.