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Moderna coronavirus vaccine begins phase 3 trial with 30,000 participants; Calls grow to rename Edmund Pettus Bridge in John Lewis' honor
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California under lockdown as surge of coronavirus cases explodes nationwide; Kelly Preston dies at 57 after battle with breast cancer.
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Americans stay home for July 4 weekend as coronavirus cases skyrocket; Drive-thru ceremonies for new American citizens amid pandemic.
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World Health Organization warns pandemic is “speeding up”; Teenager sketches doctors and nurses wearing PPE while being treated for coronavirus-linked disease
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Joe Biden to accept Democratic nomination at DNC; How schools can work toward a safe year
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No officers charged directly for the killing of Breonna Taylor; Spanish flu survivor still plays tennis at 102
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Rochester police chief steps down following Daniel Prude's death; Nonprofit provides meals to people facing food insecurity in Texas during pandemic.
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Death toll rises from raging wildfires in the West; Interactive virtual program helps children with special needs learn life skills
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Trump and Biden attending first presidential debate; 91-year-old professor's virtual teaching goes viral during pandemic
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Creek Fire among several blazes raging amid California heat wave; Woman hands out messages of kindness to masked-up travelers at Houston airport
CBS Evening News, September 28, 2020
Trump reportedly avoided paying income tax for over a decade; Brain-eating parasite found in Texas water kills 6-year-old boy
Michigan's COVID-19 hospitalizations reach record high
The total of 4,181 surpassed the previous record of 4,158, which was set seven months ago during the state's third wave.
Full Interview: Dr. Anthony Fauci looks back on COVID-19 response
Dr. Fauci sits down with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan for a wide-ranging discussion on the pandemic.
Travel nearly back to pre-pandemic levels
An estimated 53 million Americans traveled for Thanksgiving, up nearly 13% from 2020. Bradley Blackburn reports.
Public health experts warn of Omicron variant spread
CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports on the ongoing impacts of the coronavirus pandemic in the United States.
Gottlieb says Omicron variant "almost definitely" already in U.S.
Dr. Scott Gotlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says vaccines and boosters could provide a "backstop" against the latest variant of the coronavirus.
Inflation: A crash course in the economic cycle
As the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic begin to wane, prices are up, because supply and demand are in an historically out-of-whack phase. Correspondent David Pogue (with an assist from the David Pogue Thespian Ensemble) illustrates the economic pressures that are affecting the prices of everything from oil to consumer goods.
New York Islanders games postponed amid COVID-19 outbreak
Eight players on the team are currently under the NHL's COVID-19 protocol.
Scientists warn of COVID surge following holidays
More than 53 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year. Medical officials say they are worried that holiday gatherings could cause a spike in infections. A new forecast from the CDC predicts that COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths will be on the rise over the next few weeks. Intensive care physician Dr. Lakshmana Swamy joins CBSN to discuss.
Millions take to the road and sky before holiday
More than 50 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving -- the highest number of estimated travelers since before the pandemic. Errol Barnett takes a look.
Health officials urge COVID caution for holiday
As Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, health officials are urging people to take precautions to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Nikki Battiste shares more.
COVID patients flood Minnesota hospitals
Hospitals in Minnesota are dealing with an overwhelming number of COVID-19 patients. Nearly 9,000 patients are in the ICU, and many hospitals can no longer accept new patients. CBS Minnesota's Caroline Cummings joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
Outrage over Europe lockdowns as COVID cases soar
Lockdowns are in place in parts of Europe where COVID-19 is surging. The State Department has issued travel advisories, urging Americans not to travel to Germany and Denmark. Charlie D'Agata reports.
8/1/2021: Ingenuity and Perseverance, Darren Walker, The Premonition
Perseverance rover, Ingenuity helicopter, and the search for ancient life on Mars; Darren Walker speaks with Lesley Stahl; Early pandemic spotters at the center of Michael Lewis' new book, "The Premonition"
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warned he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave." The U.S. and Iran signed the memorandum of understanding remotely, a White House official said.
Senate postpones Clayton's confirmation hearing after Trump upends plans
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
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Is Russia burning through air defense missiles at an "unsustainable rate"?
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Victims ID'd in B-52 bomber crash that killed 8 at Edwards Air Force Base
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
Pastors for Trump founder drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
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"The most famous judge in America, for a while," on highs and lows of a Trump trial
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, retired Justice Arthur Engoron reflected on the highs and lows of the 2023 Trump civil fraud trial.
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This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Pastors for Trump founder drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
The Obama Presidential Center and Library opens in Chicago
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
DOJ taps prosecutor to coordinate human trafficking, child exploitation cases
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved?
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
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This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Pastors for Trump founder drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
The Obama Presidential Center and Library opens in Chicago
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
DOJ taps prosecutor to coordinate human trafficking, child exploitation cases
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
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Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
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Is Russia burning through air defense missiles at an "unsustainable rate"?
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warned he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave." The U.S. and Iran signed the memorandum of understanding remotely, a White House official said.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
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CBS to host "The Great American Block Party 250" special on July 4
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.
CBS to host America 250 special on July 4
"CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil and "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Nischelle Turner will host "The Great American Block Party 250," a primetime special on July 4 celebrating America's 250th birthday from Washington, D.C.
Durand Bernarr on new music
Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.
Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
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Anthropic pulls access to new AI models
Anthropic pulled access to its newly released AI models, Mythos 5 and Fable 5, after the U.S. government restricted who could use them. David Katzmaier, CNET editor-in-chief, joins CBS News to discuss.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
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.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Inside Gilgo Beach killer's sentencing hearing
A judge on Wednesday sentenced Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to life in prison without parole. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan was in the courtroom and joins with details.
Heuermann addresses court as he's sentenced
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison
Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
5 arrested in White House UFC attack plot
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Gilgo Beach serial killer to be sentenced
Rex Heuermann, the man who pleaded guilty in April to the Gilgo Beach murders, is set to be sentenced on Wednesday. Tom Hanson reports on how the case unfolded.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Veteran speaks out on wife's ICE detention
ICE recently detained the wife of a retired Army staff sergeant and could deport her, despite her husband's nearly two decades of service to the U.S. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the story.
Lewis George leads in D.C. mayoral primary
Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George holds nearly a 20-point lead in the Democratic primary for Washington, D.C., mayor, with 68% of the vote in. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke with Lewis George about her vision for the nation's capital.
Takeaways from Georgia's GOP primaries
Rick Jackson on Tuesday night beat Trump-backed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones to win Georgia's Republican gubernatorial nomination. Meanwhile, Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins won the state's GOP Senate primary runoff. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
A road trip with 2 calves in the back seat
Filmmaker Joanna Zelman and her father, Jared, volunteered to transport two calves 600 miles from Vermont to Rosie's Farm Sanctuary in Maryland. Joanna documented the trip for a short film called "Cow Trip." Photojournalist Parrish Smith has the story.
Inside the base camps for World Cup teams
The dozens of teams from around the globe competing in the World Cup need home bases while they're in the United States. Bradley Blackburn takes a look at the places they're calling home between matches, all across the country.