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Today on “Face the Nation,” the challenges facing America continue to grow..as Washington's window of opportunity to make bold changes continues to shrink
Pandemic
Cruise ships to return to San Francisco with record 127 port calls expected
The return comes after a 19-month cruise hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Record crowds at many national parks
Finding serenity can feel impossible, at Zion and more than a dozen other national parks, as record numbers of tourists and adventure seekers are drawn by the beauty - and driven outdoors by the pandemic. Correspondent Mark Strassmann braved the crowds at Zion National Park in Utah, which hosted 20,000 people in one day last month.
Some groups left behind in economic recovery
Black women and Americans who are not college-educated are struggling most to get back to work after the pandemic recession. Michelle Holder, the president of the Washington Center for Equitable Growth and an associate professor of economics at John Jay College, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more.
Idaho hospitals overrun by unvaccinated patients
Idaho has the highest rate of COVID-occupied ICU beds in the nation. The effects of the pandemic are leading to burnout for hospital staff. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
U.S. administers 400 million COVID vaccine doses
The U.S. has administered more than 400 million coronavirus vaccine doses. However, some states are still lagging behind in vaccination efforts. Jonathan Vigliotti reports on the battle against vaccine hesitancy in Idaho. Then, Dr. Brandi Freeman, an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the day's coronavirus headlines.
U.S. job growth slows
According to the Labor Department, the United States added 194,000 jobs in September, less than half of what economists had projected. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke to Joel Payne, a CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist, and Libby Cantrill, the head of public policy for the investment firm PIMCO, about the state of the economy as President Biden makes the case for social and climate investment.
U.S. adds just 194,000 jobs in September
The U.S. economy added 300,000 fewer jobs than expected in September — the smallest gain since December. The problem isn't a lack of jobs, it's a lack of candidates. Nancy Cordes has more.
Pandemic has exacerbated "diaper need" in the U.S.
Across the nation, diaper banks report a 70% spike in demand from lower-income families who can't afford diapers.
Major airlines mandate COVID vaccines for staff
Airline companies are urging their employees to get vaccinated or lose their job. Errol Barnett takes a look at how it could affect holiday travel.
Pfizer seeks FDA authorization to vaccinate kids
Pfizer has asked the FDA to authorize its vaccine for use in children ages 5 to 11. The shot for children would be one-third the adult dosage. Nancy Cordes has more.
Portugal reaches landmark COVID-19 vaccination rate
The New York Times is reporting that nearly 87% of Portugal's population is vaccinated against the coronavirus. This comes after the country was one of the hardest-hit by the virus. Marc Santora, co-writer of the report, joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Los Angeles approves COVID vaccine mandate
The Los Angeles City Council approved one of the strictest vaccination requirements in the U.S., requiring proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to enter restaurants, bars, shopping centers and more. Omar Villafranca reports.
Homemade air purifiers help protect against COVID
A group at the University of California, San Diego is building homemade air purifiers for classrooms and labs as an added layer of protection against COVID-19. Dr. Jon LaPook shares more.
PepsiCo investing $50M in Hispanic-owned businesses
Hispanic-owned businesses across the country are getting a much-needed boost after some were shut out from government programs aimed at helping them recover from the pandemic. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports from New York.
ER doctor encourages getting COVID-19 vaccine
Health care professionals are continuing to urge Americans to get their COVID-19 vaccine, in an effort to prevent further deaths and infections. Dr. Marc Rosenthal, a traveling emergency room physician, detailed his experience treating coronavirus patients for CBSN.
J&J seeks COVID booster shot authorization
Johnson & Johnson has asked the FDA for emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 booster shot. Meg Oliver has the latest.
Southern college helps student find home
As the number of coronavirus cases soar at colleges and universities, there is another major problem many students face when campuses shut down — finding basic needs like a safe place to live and enough food to eat. For the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union, Meg Oliver shares how one small college in the South is helping students with nowhere to go.
Drive-thru food drive feeds hundreds in Los Angeles
The economic fallout from the coronavirus could leave more than 54 million Americans without enough food according to one estimate. For the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union, Jonathan Vigliotti reports on a Los Angeles group teaming up with young volunteers to make sure their community is fed by connecting excess food from farms and supermarkets with people in need.
2 California teens' mission to get PPE to all
For the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union, Dr. Tara Narula has the story of two tech savvy brothers who are providing PPE to many people who need it. From bus drivers, to custodial staff and poll workers, they're providing face masks for people on all types of front lines.
Online trivia raises money for charities
An out-of-work bar and restaurant consultant found redemption in hosting online trivia games and now is helping others by raising more than $100,000 for charities. Adriana Diaz shows how he has helped keep people connected during the COVID-19 pandemic for the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union.
Veterans get back on track by racing cars
As the coronavirus pandemic takes a mounting toll on America's armed forces and first responders, one group called "Uncle Sam's Misguided Children" is helping set them and military veterans back on track by putting them behind the wheel of a race car. Jamie Wax reports on this effort to improve mental health for the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union.
John Fogerty tackles racism in a new song
Rock 'n' roll legend John Fogerty has a new gospel-infused protest song, "Weeping In The Promised Land." The former Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman takes on police brutality and racial injustice while supporting health care workers on the front lines during the pandemic. Jamie Yuccas reports for the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union.
Pianist brings classical music outdoors
Pianist Hunter Noack is transforming the classical concert experience with bringing his music into the wild. Since we first introduced you to the Oregon native, his concerts have expanded across the northwest and even to New York. As part of our A More Perfect Union series, Jan Crawford shows us how music in the great outdoors is even more timely in the era of COVID.
Teens create free virtual tutoring programs
Many children have spent more than a year attending school virtually, raising significant concerns about a growing inequality gap. For the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union, Jan Crawford introduces high school students around the country who are on a mission to bridge that divide by teaching what they've learned to younger students.
Minneapolis police chief says "people have had enough" after fatal shooting
The police chief said federal immigration enforcement "tactics are very obviously not safe, and it is generating a lot of outrage and fear in the community."
Live
Judge grants temporary restraining order against DHS after Alex Pretti's killing
U.S. District Court Judge Eric Tostrud granted a temporary restraining order against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Saturday, barring the department from altering or destroying evidence in the killing of Alex Pretti in south Minneapolis.
Walz to Trump: "You clearly underestimated the people of this state"
Minnesota's governor spoke out Sunday afternoon following the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal immigration enforcement agents. "What's the plan, Donald Trump? What is the plan?" Walz said. "Fear, violence and chaos is what you wanted from us, and you clearly underestimated the people of this state and nation."
Videos, witness accounts of deadly shooting at odds with official statements
Bystander videos verified by CBS News show the scene from multiple angles before the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Prett in Minneapolis.
Bondi seeks Minnesota voter rolls, welfare data to "help bring back law and order"
Attorney General Pam Bondi is pushing Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to let the federal government access state voter rolls and welfare data, as tensions flare in Minneapolis after a man was shot and killed by immigration agents.
Latest forecast maps show fresh predictions for winter storm
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 20 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
Sen. Angus King says he won't vote for package with ICE funding
Independent Sen. Angus King of Maine said Sunday that he won't vote for a package to fund the government if it includes funding for ICE, but he urged that "we don't have to have a shutdown."
Power out for hundreds of thousands, roadways snarled with ice and snow
Power outages were reported in numerous states as a monster storm swept across much of the country.
What we know about latest shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis
A man is dead after a shooting in Minneapolis on Saturday involving federal immigration agents from Customs and Border Protection. Here's what we know so far.
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Walz to Trump: "You clearly underestimated the people of this state"
Minnesota's governor spoke out Sunday afternoon following the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal immigration enforcement agents. "What's the plan, Donald Trump? What is the plan?" Walz said. "Fear, violence and chaos is what you wanted from us, and you clearly underestimated the people of this state and nation."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 25, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise join Margaret Brennan.
Sen. Angus King says he won't vote for package with ICE funding
Independent Sen. Angus King of Maine said Sunday that he won't vote for a package to fund the government if it includes funding for ICE, but he urged that "we don't have to have a shutdown."
Minneapolis police chief says "people have had enough" after fatal shooting
The police chief said federal immigration enforcement "tactics are very obviously not safe, and it is generating a lot of outrage and fear in the community."
Power out for hundreds of thousands, roadways snarled with ice and snow
Power outages were reported in numerous states as a monster storm swept across much of the country.
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Here's what it takes to achieve an 800 credit score
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Bank of America may introduce credit card with 10% APR
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
How to heat your home safely as fierce winter storm grips the U.S.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
What to know about EVs as the winter storm brings bone-chilling temps
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Tesla Cybertruck sales plunged 48% in in 2025
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
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Walz to Trump: "You clearly underestimated the people of this state"
Minnesota's governor spoke out Sunday afternoon following the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal immigration enforcement agents. "What's the plan, Donald Trump? What is the plan?" Walz said. "Fear, violence and chaos is what you wanted from us, and you clearly underestimated the people of this state and nation."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 25, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise join Margaret Brennan.
Sen. Angus King says he won't vote for package with ICE funding
Independent Sen. Angus King of Maine said Sunday that he won't vote for a package to fund the government if it includes funding for ICE, but he urged that "we don't have to have a shutdown."
Minneapolis police chief says "people have had enough" after fatal shooting
The police chief said federal immigration enforcement "tactics are very obviously not safe, and it is generating a lot of outrage and fear in the community."
Bondi seeks Minnesota voter rolls, welfare data to "help bring back law and order"
Minnesota's secretary of state rejected a request from Attorney General Pam Bondi for federal access state voter rolls and welfare data, as tensions flare in Minneapolis after a man was shot and killed by immigration agents.
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Heart failure threatened her pregnancy. A first-of-its-kind procedure saved it.
Cassandra King was thrilled to be pregnant after years of fertility struggles and multiple miscarriages. Then a sudden cardiac event threatened everything.
Loss of measles-free status would be "cost of doing business," new CDC deputy says
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
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Transcript: Sen. Angus King on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 25, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Angus King, a Maine independent, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 25, 2026.
Transcript: Steve Scalise on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 25, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, a Louisiana Republican, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 25, 2026.
Transcript: Brian O'Hara on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 25, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 25, 2026.
Behind the scenes of Shen Yun
The Falun Gong dance troupe produces what it describes as a vision of "China before communism." The touring company says it's been targeted by Beijing. Now former performers are suing, alleging forced labor and untreated injuries, allegations Shen Yun disputes.
How Trump's designs on Greenland are testing the U.S.-Denmark alliance
President's Trump's designs on acquiring the world's largest island "one way or the other" have stirred feelings of betrayal among Danes and Greenlanders. Mo Rocca gives us a history lesson about an island that is 80 percent covered in ice.
Entertainment
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The adventures of Lauren Hutton, the original supermodel
As the face of Revlon, Lauren Hutton – called a "believable beauty" – became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks about her adventurous life of no regrets.
The adventures of Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second."
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including the iconic Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani.
"Wonder and awe": The art of Ruth Asawa
In her choice of media, sculptor Ruth Asawa (1926-2013) employed a resourcefulness that stemmed from her early years on a farm – and in a WWII detention camp for Japanese Americans. She's now the subject of a retrospective at New York's Museum of Modern Art.
"Wonder and awe": The art of Ruth Asawa
Artist Ruth Asawa (1926-2013) made a name for herself as a sculptor in the San Francisco Bay Area, creating works using a wide range of media, employing a resourcefulness that stemmed from her early years on a farm in Southern California – and in a detention camp for Japanese Americans during World War II. She's now the subject of a retrospective on view at New York's Museum of Modern Art. Faith Salie reports.
Technology
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Microsoft says outage affecting several services has been resolved
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company settles lawsuit
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
Elon Musk says at Davos that robots will one day outnumber people
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube looks to get rid of fake AI videos
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
Science
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Science
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
Crime
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Walz to Trump: "You clearly underestimated the people of this state"
Minnesota's governor spoke out Sunday afternoon following the shooting death of Alex Pretti by federal immigration enforcement agents. "What's the plan, Donald Trump? What is the plan?" Walz said. "Fear, violence and chaos is what you wanted from us, and you clearly underestimated the people of this state and nation."
Daughter defends loving dad now accused in her mom's cold case murder
For more than 30 years the murder of Debe Atrops in suburban Oregon remained unsolved. Then, an Oregon cold case team took a fresh look at the case and thought there was enough to prosecute Bob Atrops, Debe's estranged husband at the time. Their daughter thinks they have the wrong man.
Did a secret obsession lead a "genius" to murder a Yale grad student?
Kevin Jiang, 26, a Yale graduate student and former Army National Guardsman, was gunned down in New Haven, Connecticut. What appeared to be a road rage incident soon unraveled into a story of obsession and premeditation.
Official: Feds blocked shooting scene access
Drew Evans, the superintendent of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Prevention, spoke after federal agents killed a Minneapolis man on Saturday. Evans said federal investigators blocked his agency's access to the shooting scene.
Officials on 5-year-old boy detained by ICE
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
Space
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Space
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Mississippi governor give update on ice storm
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves and other officials spoke to reporters Sunday about the ice storm that has caused power outages throughout the South. The storm is part of the profound weather system that's bringing extreme winter weather to much of the country.
Federal officials double down on Minneapolis
Border Patrol Commander-at-Large Greg Bovino continued to defend the actions of federal agents during a news conference on Sunday in the deadly shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti in south Minneapolis on Saturday. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Nicole Sganga have more.
Gov. Walz says "this is an inflection point"
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and the state's Attorney General Keith Ellison gave an update on Sunday in the aftermath of Border Patrol's fatal shooting of Alex Pretti.
Flight cancellations pile up across the U.S.
Airports across the U.S. are canceling flights as major winter storms slam a majority of the country. CBS News' Tom Hanson, Jason Allen and Kati Weis have more.
Icy conditions impact southern states
Ice storms are slamming Tennessee and North Carolina, causing power outages and dangerous driving conditions. CBS News' Nicole Valdes and Dave Malkoff have more.