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.
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California, Oregon, Washington to end school mask mandates
The California Teachers Association said it expected a mixed reaction to the announcement at schools.
Virginia mothers have mixed reaction to rollback of mask mandates in schools
CBS News spoke to four mothers in Virginia about the difficulties they've faced during the pandemic.
Many Americans can now go unmasked
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are easing masking recommendations for most Americans as cases drop in many states, reporting nearly 70% of the U.S. population is living in a low-risk area. Masks should still be worn in high-risk areas, where COVID patients are still packing hospitals. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Celine Gounder joined CBS News' Vlad Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss.
New York governor says school mask mandate will end Wednesday
New York City's indoor vaccine mandate could end by March 7, the mayor said.
Almost half of 500 million free COVID tests still unclaimed
Experts say people are feeling less urgency to test as virus cases plunge. One question now is what to do with the leftovers.
CDC revises guidelines on who should mask indoors
New guidance issued by the agency adds an emphasis on hospitalization data to decide COVID-19 measures.
Warehouse manager wanted in theft of $1 million worth of COVID-19 tests
Carlitos Peralta, 33, allegedly sent nearly 100 shipments of COVID tests to his home.
CDC to significantly ease pandemic mask guidelines Friday
The Biden administration is shifting its focus to preventing serious illness and death from COVID-19, rather than all instances of infection.
Millions of children have lost a parent or caregiver to COVID
Study's authors say their new data underscore the urgency for governments to address the pandemic's toll on orphaned children.
Soon only one U.S. state will still have indoor mask rules
More parts of the country are dropping mask requirements, signaling a new phase in the pandemic.
COVID infection increases risk for dangerous heart problems, study finds
Problems include stroke, heart attack, myocarditis and irregular heart rhythms, according to the study.
COVID may increase risk of developing heart issues
A new study found that COVID-19 can increase the risk for developing 20 cardiac problems, including stroke and heart attack. Dr. Tara Narula reports.
Chinatown resident's portrait brings joy
Bick Chu Lee, 91, and her granddaughter, 24-year-old Marisa Lee, discuss taking part in a portrait project that also gave free meals to the elderly in Chinatown. The portrait is part of photographer David Zheng's recently released photobook titled "Some Chinatown Portraits."
Chinatown resident's portrait shows grit and fear
Photographer David Zheng describes how this portrait of an elderly lady illustrates the complex emotions many people of East Asian descent have been navigating during the COVID-19 pandemic and parallel rise in anti-Asian sentiment. The portrait is part of his recently released photobook titled "Some Chinatown Portraits."
Should CDC be sharing more COVID data?
The CDC is working to release new "relevant" coronavirus guidelines as the Omicron wave recedes in the U.S. The agency is facing backlash over its failure to release data about the nation's fight against COVID-19. Former CDC director Dr. Tom Friedman, the president and CEO of Resolve to Save Lives, joins CBS News with more.
CDC under fire for allegedly withholding COVID-19 data
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is under fire for failing to publish data related to the COVID-19 pandemic about hospitalizations and the efficacy of booster shots. Apoorva Mandavilli, a reporter with the New York Times, which first reported the story, joined CBS News to discuss.
Truck drivers train amid nationwide shortage
A nationwide shortage of truck drivers is at an all-time high. Norah O'Donnell takes a look at what could be the solution to the shortage.
More than 90% of free COVID test orders shipped, officials say
The White House's top COVID-19 testing official said supplies had limited their ability to ship some orders quickly.
COVID restrictions continue to ease
There are signs of more progress in the country's battle against the Omicron variant. The daily COVID-19 case count is down 86% since reaching a peak in most of the U.S. last month. The decline is encouraging more cities and states to reduce or eliminate their coronavirus restrictions. Health officials say it is still critical to vaccinate and get booster shots. Michael George reports.
England to end all COVID restrictions this week
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that all COVID restrictions in England will end Thursday. Meanwhile, Queen Elizabeth II tested positive for COVID.
Restaurants struggle to recover from COVID's impact
Many businesses are struggling to recover during the pandemic, especially restaurants. Many restaurants say they may soon be out of business amid inflation and staffing shortages. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Many restaurants face "extinction" amid COVID, inflation and staffing shortages
As many as 80% of restaurants nationwide say they are in danger of closing without assistance.
Australia reopens to international travelers after nearly 2 years
Vaccinated travelers were greeted at Sydney's airport by jubilant well-wishers waving toy koalas and favorite Australian foods.
Queen Elizabeth II tests positive for COVID
Queen Elizabeth II has tested positive for the coronavirus. Buckingham Palace says she's experiencing mild cold-like symptoms and expects to do light duties at Windsor over the coming week. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBS News' Meg Oliver from London with more.
Some Israeli settlers use sheep to push Palestinians from West Bank homes
Terminal in Riyadh airport hit again, a day after deadly strike killed 12
Trump announces Russia-Ukraine "energy ceasefire" after criticizing Zelenskyy
Drone swarms are a problem Secret Service says they have not solved yet
Steve Bannon on the GOP and the midterms: "We can't afford to lose"
Trump administration ordered to cancel taxpayer-funded TV ads
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