Fauci says COVID-19 surges "entirely preventable"
Dr. Anthony Fauci says recent COVID-19 outbreaks in states like Mississippi and Louisiana are "entirely predictable, and yet on the other hand, entirely preventable."
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Jackson, Mississippi mayor on infrastructure, COVID
Congress continues to wrangle over final passage of the bipartisan infrastructure bill and President Biden's broader budget package. This comes as state and local officials are relaying to the White House what they will need when funding gets approved. Jackson, Mississippi Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about his city's priorities.
Mississippi sets record for highest daily case count
5,023 new positive cases were reported Thursday, as officials encourage all residents to get vaccinated.
Understanding the history of Nicodemus, Kan.
President Biden's infrastructure plan could pass through the Senate as soon as this weekend. Historically, plans surrounding U.S. infrastructure have been a make-or-break issue for communities of color nationwide. One example of this is the last remaining Black settlement west of the Mississippi, Nicodemus, Kansas. CBS News political contributor Antjuan Seawright joined CBSN to discuss his recent op-ed for The Hill, "Why a small town in Kansas still represents hope for Black Americans," along with the backstory of the historic town.
Health care workers face frontline fatigue
After a year-and-a-half of the pandemic, Mississippi is facing another COVID surge, with hospitalizations there up more than 450% this month, and doctors and nurses are exhausted. Correspondent Omar Villafranca visited St. Dominic's Memorial Hospital in Jackson, where fatigue is just one of many concerns for current health workers still on the frontlines.
Delta variant fuels COVID surge among unvaccinated
An overwhelming majority of people who are hospitalized in Mississippi with COVID-19 aren't vaccinated against the virus. Some of those hospitalized are now urging others to get vaccinated. David Begnaud takes a look.
COVID cases surge, targeting the unvaccinated
The highly-contagious Delta variant is tightening its grip on the U.S., as COVID infection rates surge in every state. Experts say it's fueled by the unvaccinated. In Mississippi, only around 34% of the population is vaccinated. Lead national correspondent David Begnaud goes inside St. Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital in Jackson where beds are quickly filling up.
7 Mississippi children in COVID ICU
Seven children in Mississippi are in the ICU, two of whom are on ventilators, as the state continues to deal with a spike in COVID cases. This comes as health officials warn that low vaccination rates could put kids at risk. Omar Villafranca reports.
Low COVID vaccination rates put children at risk, doctors say
The nationwide average of new daily coronavirus cases doubled in the last three weeks, according to Johns Hopkins University.
Tropical Storm Claudette lashes Gulf Coast with heavy rain, floods
The storm is expended to gain strength and become a tropical storm again on Sunday night or Monday morning.
Supreme Court thrusts abortion into midterms fight with Mississippi case
The Supreme Court said Monday it would take up a blockbuster dispute over Mississippi's 15-week abortion ban.
Abortion case poses challenge to Roe v. Wade
The Supreme Court announced Monday that it will hear arguments next term over Mississippi's ban on abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. It will be the first abortion access case to come before the now 6 to 3 conservative majority. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins CBSN AM to discuss the implications.
Legal expert on Mississippi's abortion law
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court announced that it will hear a dispute over Mississippi's ban on abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. This will be the first abortion access case taken up by the now 6-3 conservative majority. Ilya Shapiro, vice president of the Cato Institute and director of the Robert A. Levy Center for Constitutional Studies, joins CBSN to discuss.
Supreme Court to hear case over Mississippi's 15-week abortion ban
The case sets up a high-stakes showdown over the future of Roe v. Wade.
Mississippi's restrictive abortion ban
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant signed the nation's toughest abortion restrictions into law Monday, banning the procedure after 15 weeks of gestation.
Mississippi gov. signs restrictive abortion bill
Republican Gov. Phil Bryant signed House Bill 1510, which bans most abortions after 15 weeks of gestation, on Monday in a closed ceremony attended by legislative supporters and abortion opponents. "We are saving more of the unborn than any state in America and what better thing can we do?" Bryant said in a video his office posted on social media.
Boy allegedly shoots teen sister to death
A Mississippi teen has died after her 9-year-old brother allegedly shot her. Monroe County Sheriff Cecil Cantrell said the boy shot his older sister because of an argument over a video game controller. CBS affiliate WCBI-TV's Renae Skinner reports.
Trump in Mississippi
President Trump traveled to Jackson, Mississippi, on Saturday to tour the state's new Civil Rights Museum and deliver remarks at a ceremony marking its opening. "This is a tribute to our nation at the highest level," he said. Watch his full remarks.
Lawmakers boycott Trump event
President Trump's plan to speak at the opening of a new civil rights museum is triggering backlash. Civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis along with fellow Democrat Rep. Bennie Thompson, said they will not attend the ceremony Saturday in Mississippi. They are protesting the president's policies. Major Garrett reports.
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Emotional John Kelly defends President Trump; Mississippi school changing it's name from Jefferson Davis to Barack Obama
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Hurricane Nate brings flooding, power outages to Louisiana and Mississippi; Vegas shooting victim leaves behind husband, two children and a class of kindergartners
NOLA relief
New Orleans feared Nate could overwhelm its troubled drainage system. This time, the "Big Easy" caught a big break. CBS News' Michelle Miller reports from New Orleans.
Nate damage
This year's hurricane season has produced yet another storm that's impacted the United States. Hurricane Nate made landfall Louisiana Saturday night and Mississippi Sunday. It's the fourth hurricane to hit the U.S. in six weeks. Mark Strassmann has more on the damage.
After Hurricane Nate
CBS News Correspondent Mark Strassman provides an update from Biloxi, Mississippi where Hurricane Nate made landfall as a category one hurricane overnight.
Tropical Storm Nate
Nate is forecast to hit Louisiana or Mississippi Sunday morning, possibly as a Category 1 hurricane. A state of emergency has been declared in New Orleans.
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Trump calls off Strait of Hormuz ultimatum as Iran receives U.S. message from mediators
As Iran threatens to mine the entire Persian Gulf, President Trump said his deadline for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen is postponed amid negotiations with Tehran.
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U.S. sent Iran a message via mediators as Trump says deal is possible, Iranian official says
Iran has received a message from the U.S. through mediators as a potential precursor to talks between the two warring countries, a senior Iranian Foreign Ministry official told CBS News, after President Trump suggested a deal is possible.
Markwayne Mullin confirmed as DHS secretary in 54-45 Senate vote
The Senate confirmed Markwayne Mullin as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security on Monday, finalizing President Trump's shakeup of DHS following months of scrutiny of Kristi Noem's leadership.
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Congress launches investigation into California hospice fraud
A CBS News analysis of Los Angeles County hospice records found indications of fraud are growing. The House Oversight Committee is now investigating.
2 pilots killed as plane and fire-rescue truck collide at LaGuardia Airport
Two pilots were killed and dozens of people injured at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night when an arriving Air Canada Express plane and fire and rescue vehicle collided, authorities said.
DHS funding talks in limbo after Trump insists GOP pass SAVE America Act
Senate talks aimed at ending the 38-day DHS shutdown hit a new roadblock after President Trump called on Republicans to hold out for passage of the SAVE America Act.
Strait of Hormuz dotted with about a dozen Iranian mines, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials say assessments show at least a dozen Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump backs off his threat to target Iran's energy infrastructure over claims of productive peace talks
Suspected hate crime as 4 Jewish group ambulances set ablaze in London
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
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DOJ guts office helping poorer immigrants obtain affordable legal aid, sources say
The DOJ's Recognition and Accreditation program enables non-attorneys to assist immigrants with needs including naturalization petitions and immigration court appearances.
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Markwayne Mullin confirmed as DHS secretary in 54-45 Senate vote
The Senate confirmed Markwayne Mullin as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security on Monday, finalizing President Trump's shakeup of DHS following months of scrutiny of Kristi Noem's leadership.
Bill Cosby found liable in 1972 sexual assault, must pay over $19M in damages
A civil jury in California found 88-year-old Bill Cosby liable for drugging and sexually assaulting Donna Motsinger in 1972, and awarded her $19.25 million.
TSA lines at Houston airport a 3-floor nightmare amid staffing shortage
Out of the five terminals at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, only two had TSA staffing, and wait times could exceed four hours, the airport told travelers.
Polymarket buckles down on insider trading after suspiciously timed bets
Polymarket tightened its rules after questions surfaced over whether some prediction market customers engaged in insider trading.
DHS funding talks in limbo after Trump insists GOP pass SAVE America Act
Senate talks aimed at ending the 38-day DHS shutdown hit a new roadblock after President Trump called on Republicans to hold out for passage of the SAVE America Act.
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Polymarket buckles down on insider trading after suspiciously timed bets
Polymarket tightened its rules after questions surfaced over whether some prediction market customers engaged in insider trading.
Here are Elon Musk's "most epic" goals for his vast Terafab chip plant
Elon Musk unveiled plans for a massive chip manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, that he said will power his "galactic" aspirations.
As airport delays continue, can enrolling in TSA PreCheck save you time?
"TSA PreCheck will likely help you, even now with the long lines we're seeing at checkpoints," said one travel expert.
How to cut down on pet expenses as costs rise
Pet ownership costs over the past year have increased by up to 10%, according to Rover.
OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky dies of cancer at 43
The reclusive billionaire bought a majority stake in OnlyFans in 2018, growing the site into a major adult content platform.
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Markwayne Mullin confirmed as DHS secretary in 54-45 Senate vote
The Senate confirmed Markwayne Mullin as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security on Monday, finalizing President Trump's shakeup of DHS following months of scrutiny of Kristi Noem's leadership.
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U.S. sent Iran a message via mediators as Trump says deal is possible: Iranian official
Iran has received a message from the U.S. through mediators as a potential precursor to talks between the two warring countries, a senior Iranian Foreign Ministry official told CBS News, after President Trump suggested a deal is possible.
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Congress launches investigation into California hospice fraud
A CBS News analysis of Los Angeles County hospice records found indications of fraud are growing. The House Oversight Committee is now investigating.
DHS funding talks in limbo after Trump insists GOP pass SAVE America Act
Senate talks aimed at ending the 38-day DHS shutdown hit a new roadblock after President Trump called on Republicans to hold out for passage of the SAVE America Act.
Strait of Hormuz dotted with about a dozen Iranian mines, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials say assessments show at least a dozen Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump backs off his threat to target Iran's energy infrastructure over claims of productive peace talks
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More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
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U.S. sent Iran a message via mediators as Trump says deal is possible: Iranian official
Iran has received a message from the U.S. through mediators as a potential precursor to talks between the two warring countries, a senior Iranian Foreign Ministry official told CBS News, after President Trump suggested a deal is possible.
Pope Leo puts Father Flanagan of Boys Town fame a step closer to possible sainthood
With Pope Leo XIV's proclamation, the priest commonly known as "Father Flanagan" is now officially declared "venerable."
Strait of Hormuz dotted with about a dozen Iranian mines, U.S. officials say
U.S. officials say assessments show at least a dozen Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz as President Trump backs off his threat to target Iran's energy infrastructure over claims of productive peace talks
Dozens feared dead in military plane crash in southwestern Colombia
A military cargo plane crashed shortly after taking off in southwestern Colombia, the South American country's military said.
Could the Iran war help Ukraine get back in Trump's good books?
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
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Makers of "The AI Doc" on tech's peril, promise
A new documentary examines the artificial intelligence boom and its potential risks to humanity, featuring interviews with top AI company CEOs and other experts. Co-director Charlie Tyrell and producer Ted Tremper join CBS News to discuss the making of the film, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Patrick Ball on medical drama "The Pitt"
"The Pitt" star Patrick Ball tells "CBS Mornings" he had been auditioning since 2013 and didn't think his acting dreams were "ever going to happen" when he was cast in the medical drama. He also opens up about how the series is personal for him.
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
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Makers of "The AI Doc" on tech's peril, promise
A new documentary examines the artificial intelligence boom and its potential risks to humanity, featuring interviews with top AI company CEOs and other experts. Co-director Charlie Tyrell and producer Ted Tremper join CBS News to discuss the making of the film, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Polymarket buckles down on insider trading after suspiciously timed bets
Polymarket tightened its rules after questions surfaced over whether some prediction market customers engaged in insider trading.
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.
Musk says he'll manufacture chips in Texas
Elon Musk says he will make chips in the U.S. for use in Teslas and robots. Reuters global aerospace editor Joe Brock joins to discuss.
Here are Elon Musk's "most epic" goals for his vast Terafab chip plant
Elon Musk unveiled plans for a massive chip manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, that he said will power his "galactic" aspirations.
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How a fun nature app aids science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
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Suspect in Loyola Chicago death misses first court date
Prosecutors say the man charged in the murder of Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman missed his first court appearance Monday as he receives treatment for tuberculosis. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Justin Timberlake's 2024 arrest on video
Newly released bodycam footage shows Justin Timberlake during his 2024 DWI arrest in New York. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspected hate crime as 4 Jewish group ambulances set ablaze in London
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
Fentanyl found inside Barbies sold at Missouri discount store, police say
Police found that five Barbie packages containing fentanyl were sold. They have all been recovered.
Couple on unusual activity at neighbor's home: "I think they finally killed him"
When Gary Herbst, described by his Minnesota neighbors as confrontational, disappeared on July 8, 2013, it appeared he walked out on his wife and teenage son. Years later, a startling discovery would confirm what neighbors thought they might have witnessed.
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Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 liftoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
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Senate confirms Mullin as DHS secretary
The Senate on Monday confirmed Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma to lead the Department of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem.
Makers of "The AI Doc" on tech's peril, promise
A new documentary examines the artificial intelligence boom and its potential risks to humanity, featuring interviews with top AI company CEOs and other experts. Co-director Charlie Tyrell and producer Ted Tremper join CBS News to discuss the making of the film, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Families displaced in catastrophic Hawaii flooding
Parts of O'ahu and Maui were battered by a pair of massive storms, which the governor said had unleashed up to 4 feet of rain in certain areas. It caused the worst flooding in 20 years. Matt Gutman reports.
4 ambulances set on fire near London synagogue
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire. Leigh Kiniry has details.
4 Jewish charity ambulances set on fire in London
London police are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime which resulted in the burning of four ambulances belonging to a Jewish community organization and damage to the surrounding area. Jesse Brown, editor at the independent media outlet Canadaland, joins CBS News to examine the rise in antisemitic attacks around the world.