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Mother goes from QAnon believer to vaccine advocate
With kids now eligible to get the vaccine, some families are struggling to decide whether or not to get their kids vaccinated. Lead national correspondent David Begnaud spoke to one Louisiana family who made the decision to be first in line after a complicated journey to getting the vaccine.
COVID-19 cases surge in parts of U.S.
COVID-19 infections are on the rise in sections of the U.S., especially in the North and the West. Meanwhile, young children can get the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine. Dr. Mark Kline, physician-in-chief at Children's Hospital New Orleans, joins CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus headlines.
New Orleans to pay teens $350 a month in financial literacy push
City officials believe a $3,500 annual payout to young people could help solve the "unbanked" problem plaguing the Big Easy.
The oil spill that's lasted since 2004
In 2004, Hurricane Ivan brought down a massive oil platform operated by Taylor Energy, in the Gulf of Mexico. For years, oil has been seeping into the Gulf. Jon Wertheim reports on the efforts of a Coast Guard captain and a Cajun engineer to find a solution.
Stanching the longest-running oil spill you've likely never heard of
In 2004, Hurricane Ivan brought down a massive oil platform operated by Taylor Energy, in the Gulf of Mexico. For years, oil has been seeping into the Gulf. Jon Wertheim reports on the efforts of a Coast Guard captain and a Cajun engineer to find a solution.
Containing the Taylor Energy Oil Spill
A Louisiana firm has developed a ground-breaking containment system for the U.S. Coast Guard that has captured more than 800,000 gallons leaking from the longest-running oil spill in U.S. history. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.
Containing the Taylor Energy Oil Spill
A Louisiana firm has developed a ground-breaking containment system for the U.S. Coast Guard that has captured more than 800,000 gallons leaking from the longest-running oil spill in U.S. history. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.
Louisiana mom goes from QAnon believer to vaccine advocate
Ella Conrad's mom started listening to doctors and following the science — going from a QAnon follower to a vaccine advocate for her state.
Tornadoes tear off roofs and leave trail of damage in Texas, Louisiana
Extreme winds and heavy downpours battered neighborhoods in Texas and Louisiana.
Tornado outbreak leaves destruction in South
On the heels of a powerful nor'easter, a swarm of tornadoes ripped through Texas and Louisiana. Janet Shamlian takes a look at the devastation.
Supreme Court strikes down abortion restriction
Conservative Chief Justice John Roberts joined the four liberal justices on the Supreme Court and struck down Louisiana abortion restrictions. It was the first time in Roberts’ career he has voted against an abortion restriction. Jan Crawford reports.
New York hospital admitting less virus cases
A Long Island, New York hospital said it has discharged more coronavirus patients than they've admitted over a 72-hour period, a welcomed sign for the state at the epicenter of the U.S.'s outbreak. In New Jersey, a nursing home that was found to be holding 15 bodies of COVID-19 victims reportedly did not tell the family of one resident that the facility had virus patients at all. David Begnaud also looks at Louisiana, where a hospice has opened dedicated to coronavirus patients, which allows their families to see them.
States across the South brace for severe weather
There are severe weather alerts across the South, where more than 70 million people could be affected. States such as Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi could experience dangerous tornadoes this Easter Sunday.
Mardi Gras may have fueled Louisiana outbreak
Louisiana has seen coronavirus cases skyrocket, particularly in New Orleans, the city at the center of the state's outbreak. Officials estimate the city could run out of ventilators by the first week of April. Doctors and elected officials believe that New Orleans' annual Mardi Gras celebrations helped accelerate the virus' spread. Omar Villafranca speaks to a woman who believes her husband was infected during the event.
Spike of coronavirus cases in the South
The pandemic is spreading rapidly in the South and hospitals are becoming overwhelmed. Louisiana, Florida and Georgia are seeing an alarming rise in those infected by COVID-19. Health officials say large public events like spring break and Mardi Gras are partly to blame. Omar Vilafranca reports.
Justice Roberts slams "threatening" Schumer comments
The Supreme Court heard arguments in a major abortion rights case. Chief Justice John Robers rebuked the Senate's top Democrat for what he called "threatening" statements against two Trump-appointed justices. Jan Crawford reports.
Powerless in Louisiana
When Hurricane Ida slammed into Louisiana, it took down more than 30,000 power poles, leaving nearly 1 million people in the dark. Now just over a month later, thousands of people are still without power. “CBS Mornings” spends the day with four generations of one family to see how they're surviving.
Dad, daughter living out of truck, a month after Ida destroyed home
Sterling Guidry's home was destroyed during Hurricane Ida when a tree fell through it.
Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.
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