7/14: Red and Blue
Trump speaks on rise in COVID-19 cases; Sessions and Tuberville face off in Alabama Senate runoff
Pandemic
07/21: Red and Blue
New data from CDC on U.S. COVID-19 infection rate; cracking down on monument protests in Portland
Marines volunteer in COVID-19 research program
The military is researching the effects of COVID-19, and trying to determine why young people seem more resistant to the virus’s effects. Volunteers at The Citadel in South Carolina are providing saliva, nasal swabs and blood samples to help the research. Mark Strassmann reports.
How the pandemic is reshaping the presidential race
Our new CBS Battleground poll shows Joe Biden with a six point lead over President Trump among likely voters in Florida, a tie in Arizona and the president with just a one point lead in Texas. Now, all three states are struggling with a surge of COVID-19 infections. Ed O'Keefe reports.
White House criticizes Fauci as U.S. struggles with COVID-19
After months of disagreement, President Trump is putting a positive spin on his relationship with Dr. Anthony Fauci. He says he likes him, even as he retweets a claim that all the experts are lying. Paula Reid has the latest from the White House.
COVID-19 testing crisis as infections surge
There is a testing crisis nationwide as many states are seeing a surge of coronavirus infections. Many people in lower-income neighborhoods in Phoenix have waited up to 13 hours to get tested. Mola Lenghi reports.
More Americans head into lockdown amid pandemic
California Governor Gavin Newsom ordered all counties in the state to close indoor operations at restaurants, bars and museums as coronavirus cases continue to surge. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles and San Diego school districts announced it will resume classes this fall, but only online. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Florence's Uffizi museum reopens
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy, has reopened after closing down due to the coronavirus pandemic. New health and safety restrictions, such as temperature checks and social distancing requirements, have been put in place. Chris Livesay reports.
School year looms as pandemic continues
As the upcoming school year looms, parents and officials are trying to figure out the safest way to get kids back into the classroom. No other country has attempted to reopen schools with coronavirus numbers as high as the U.S. is currently experiencing. Meg Oliver reports.
Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus patients
For the second time in a week, Texas hospitalized over 10,000 virus patients as officials worry about the lack of ICU beds in the entire state. Mireya Villarreal gives us an inside look at a Rio Grande Valley hospital where they've had to rent beds to accommodate the influx of patients.
Florida shatters national record for new cases
Florida finds itself at the center of the country's recent coronavirus surge, with new cases and deaths mounting fast. Throughout the country, cases continue to rise and multiple states imposed new restrictions and reversed reopening plans. Lilia Luciano reports.
The pandemic's impact on the presidential race
The coronavirus pandemic could have a major impact on the 2020 presidential election. CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto helps break down some of the most recent polling in key battleground states.
Trump pushes for schools to open amid pandemic
President Trump and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos are renewing their push to reopen schools this fall, even as coronavirus cases continue to rise nationwide. Meanwhile, some administration officials are becoming frustrated with Dr. Anthony Fauci, who at times has contradicted the president. Nikole Killion reports.
Glass vial shortage could delay COVID-19 vaccine
Even if a coronavirus vaccine is proven safe and effective, there are concerns that a global shortage of glass for vaccine vials could delay mass production. Imtiaz Tyab reports for the CBS News series "Racing to a Cure."
Trump: CDC school guidelines "impractical"
CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post politics reporter Eugene Scott join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the White House response to the coronavirus pandemic, plans for the Republican National Convention, and Joe Biden's presidential campaign.
Boy plays trumpet for front-line workers
While most 12-year-old boys watch TV or play video games at night, there's a kid in Georgia who never misses a performance for his heroes. Mark Strassmann shares his story.
CEO apologizes for racial rant caught on video
Since the COVID-19 crisis began, many Asian Americans have been targeted by racial slurs and even violent assaults across the country. One family caught one incident on camera. Jeff Pegues reports.
California sees record amount of new coronavirus cases
The rising number of coronavirus cases is taking a toll on hospitals across the country. Arizona is down to the lowest number of available ICU beds since the crisis began, and medical workers in California are sounding the alarm about a shortage of personal protective equipment. Carter Evans reports.
Texas hospital overwhelmed by coronavirus patients
Texas reported nearly 10,000 new coronavirus cases Wednesday as medical workers are struggling to treat all of their COVID-19 patients. Mireya Villarreal takes a look.
Trump contradicts health experts amid push to reopen schools
President Trump is criticizing CDC guidelines on reopening schools despite the rise of coronavirus infections across the U.S. Now the president is pushing governors to reopen schools this fall and threatening to defund those that don't open. Ben Tracy reports.
Hospitalizations and coronavirus deaths spike in U.S. hot spots
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the U.S. crossed 3 million on Wednesday as a surge of new infections and hospitalizations continued across the nation. David Begnaud has the latest.
Students host bingo games to honor 2020 graduates
The pandemic has taken graduation ceremonies away from students all over the country. For many, celebrations haven't been what they expected. But some alums at historically Black colleges or universities did get to celebrate, in a very special way. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump downplays severity of coronavirus outbreak
President Trump claims that the U.S. has the lowest coronavirus mortality rate in the world, but according to Johns Hopkins University, the U.S. has the sixth-highest death rate. Dr. Anthony Fauci says "it's a false narrative to take comfort in a lower rate of death" from the coronavirus. Ben Tracy reports.
Woman gives birth to triplets after testing positive for COVID-19
A new mom in Texas is sharing the story of her remarkable birth of triplets following her positive COVID-19 diagnosis. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Social distancing rules defied as UK pubs reopen
After months of lockdown, countries across the pond are slowly lifting coronavirus restrictions. People in the U.K. are celebrating their newfound freedom with ale, and museums in Paris opened their doors to the public. Charlie D'Agata reports.
FlyDubai co-pilot was likely lone wolf, Israeli investigators believe
CBS News poll finds Democrats maintain House advantage amid concern about prices
Tennessee prison system head to resign after failed Christa Pike execution
Debris found of medical plane that went missing near Nantucket with 6 on board
Supreme Court gears up for new term with major cases on climate change, guns
Cornell president says school "must do better" amid criticism of its investigation
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