California reports lowest COVID-19 case rate in the country
As of Saturday evening, 24.99 new confirmed cases were reported for every 100,000 people in California, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University.
Pandemic
Dr. Scott Gottlieb extended interview, part 2
In this extended version of an interview that aired on Sunday, September 19, 2021, Dr. Scott Gottlieb discusses the missteps of the U.S. response to the pandemic and his new book, "Uncontrolled Spread: Why COVID-19 Crushed Us and How We Can Defeat the Next Pandemic."
FDA panel recommends COVID booster for some
An independent FDA panel recommended this week that some Americans, including those over the age of 65 and those who are at risk of serious disease, get the COVID-19 booster shot. But the panel stopped short of recommending it for the general public. Dr. Geeta Swamy, the associate vice president of research and a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Duke University, explains to CBSN's Lana Zak if pregnant women should be part of the "at-risk" group.
American Samoa reports first positive COVID-19 case
The positive traveler was first asymptomatic when tested and is fully vaccinated, Samoa's Department of Homeland Security said in a statement.
FDA votes for booster shot for ages 65+
The FDA advisory panel voted to recommend Pfizer booster shots for people 65 and over and others at higher risk of serious illness. It was the first vaccine to be authorized for emergency use and was used in the earliest stages of America's vaccination program. But the FDA is saying the boosters are not for everybody. Michael George reports.
Trump signs stopgap bill to avoid shutdown
President Trump signed a stopgap spending bill Friday night, aimed at extending a midnight deadline to keep the federal government funded and avoid a shutdown. The Senate had passed the measure with a unanimous voice vote. Lawmakers now have until midnight Sunday to pass a pandemic relief package that has eluded them for months. Chip Reid reports.
Polls give Biden an edge over Trump
Joe Biden is leading President Trump in several key battleground states despite the pandemic forcing him to cut back on campaigning. Polls show the former vice president leading Mr. Trump in Georgia and North Carolina, and even narrowly ahead in Texas. He continues the search for a running mate, with one-on-one interviews with potential candidates set to begin after July 4. Ed O'Keefe reports on the upcoming election, and the primaries some states held this week.
Museums may be forced to sell art amid virus
For generations, a code of conduct has governed the nation's art museums. Among the most important rules is the guidance to not sell collection pieces to pay the museum's bills. However, since the coronavirus pandemic struck, a lack of visitors has meant many museums are grappling with a lack of revenue. Christina Ruffini reports on the new interpretation of the old rule, designed to help these institutions survive the crisis.
Demand surges at food banks amid virus crisis
Desperation is growing by the day for Americans who lost their jobs over the coronavirus pandemic, and an estimated 17 million people could now be facing hunger, in addition to those who already battle it every day. Feeding America, the national organization linking U.S. food banks, estimates it will need an additional $1.4 billion to meet increased needs over the next six months. Mireya Villarreal speaks to a newly unemployed couple in New Orleans who have turned to a food pantry as the virus crisis keeps the city under lockdown.
Trump at Walter Reed for COVID-19 treatment
President Trump was flown to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Friday night, out of what the White House called "an abundance of caution." Mr. Trump is said to be doing well, despite being fatigued and having a low-grade fever. His former aide, Kellyanne Conway, also recently tested positive for COVID-19 as well as his campaign manager Bill Stepien. Chip Reid reports on the latest developments since the president's COVID-19 diagnosis.
U.S. breaks single-day August virus record
The dangers of reopening classrooms to in-person learning are being felt at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Just days after classes resumed, at least 10 students tested positive for the coronavirus, in clusters originating at two campus dormitories. It comes as the country saw more than 64,000 new cases Friday, the most in a single day in August so far. There are now more than 5.3 million infections in the U.S. Michael George reports on what the pandemic looks like in the U.S.
Ex-truck driver turns passion in business
Texas baker Mark Linen studied fine arts with dreams of becoming a marketing director, but when his career in graphic design stalled, he pivoted to truck driving to pay the bills. After founding Brotha Bakes, Linen now bakes and ships hundreds of jars packed with his signature cakes, inspired by delicious childhood memories. He speaks to Michelle Miller about discovering his passion, how his business is handling the COVID-19 pandemic and his dreams for the future.
Florida prepares to face storm amid pandemic
Florida, a coronavirus hotspot, is under a new threat as Hurricane Isaias approaches. Florida has seen a record number of new coronavirus cases and coronavirus-linked deaths in the last week, and the storm is now complicating efforts to contain the pandemic. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Riviera Beach, Florida.
Officials brace for post-holiday COVID surge
Public health officials are bracing for another uptick of coronavirus infections and deaths following Christmas and New Year's gatherings. It is putting new pressure on the nation's already strained health care system, especially in California where some hospitals are on the verge of rationing care. Tom Hanson reports on the state of the pandemic there and across the country.
Texas State Fair hosts drive-thru amid COVID
Dating back to 1886, the Texas State Fair is one of the nation's largest, attracting millions of visitors each year. Generations have enjoyed a variety of treats under the watchful eye of a 52-foot tall cowboy statue known as "Big Tex." The pandemic has put a wrinkle in this year's plans, so Mireya Villarreal is taking a look at how Texans are still enjoying everything the fair has to offer while staying safe.
Airline study says virus risk low on planes
An unprecedented series of tests claim to prove airline cleaning techniques do effectively kill the coronavirus. The research was funded by Boeing. University of Arizona and Boeing researchers used a live, but harmless virus to test the cleaning process on real planes. Kris Van Cleave has more on the study and what it means about the safety of flying in a pandemic.
COVID-19 cases soar in all but 8 U.S. states
As fall approaches, coronavirus cases are soaring in the U.S. in all but eight states. Hawaii, California, Arizona, Idaho, Wyoming, North Dakota, Georgia, and Vermont are the exception to the rise in infections. This surge comes as the country saw nearly 70,000 new cases on Friday, the most in a single day since July. It pushed the overall number of infections over 8 million and the death toll to more than 218,000 people. Michael George reports from New York.
How health crises helped shape our cities
From yellow fever to tuberculosis to the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, New York City has fought health crises before the coronavirus pandemic hit. But each wave of contagion has helped shape the city seen today. Tom Hanson looks at how past pandemics have impacted the architecture and makeup of today's urban environments.
U.S. unemployment rate jumps to 14.7%
A record 20.5 million Americans lost jobs in April, according to an unemployment report released by the Labor Department Friday. The U.S. unemployment rate jumped to 14.7%, the worst since the Great Depression. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to unpack the staggering figure and discuss what it means for the future of the country.
David Sedaris on "The Best of Me"
Celebrated writer David Sedaris may be one of the only authors alive who can fill concert venues just so people could listen to him read. While audiences feel like a distant memory during the coronavirus pandemic, he spoke to Jeff Glor about how the things he's still found to laugh about and his new book, "The Best of Me," a collection of his best essays and stories.
Nonprofit helps feed Minneapolis after unrest
Days after protests and fires ripped through Minneapolis, residents already impacted by the coronavirus pandemic's lockdowns were left with nowhere to buy groceries. The Sheridan Story, a nonprofit focused on feeding kids throughout Minnesota during food gaps, sprung into action. The group partnered with a local middle school after a community member put a call out on social media to help feed their neighbors. Jamie Yuccas speaks to Rob Williams, the Sheridan Story's founder and executive director.
At least 22,000 Americans still stuck abroad
Millions of Americans shelter at home amid the coronavirus pandemic, while others remain on foreign shores still hoping to return to the U.S. Cancelled flights, sudden travel restrictions and strict quarantines have all blocked many people from getting back. This week, the State Department warned that time may be running out. Kris Van Cleave speaks to some of the Americans looking for a way to return.
Looking back after a year of COVID-19
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus looks back at a year of COVID-19 and what's ahead.
How a Chicago jail slashed its COVID-19 cases
With more than 5,000 inmates, Chicago's Cook County jail was once one of the worst coronavirus hotspots in the country. Before the state of Illinois grappled with a new surge of hundreds of thousands of cases, Adriana Diaz found out how health measures had briefly made it one of the safest institutions in Chicago.
COVID death toll surpasses heart disease
COVID-19 has surpassed heart disease as the leading cause of death in the U.S. over the last week, as the soaring number of infections overwhelms many of the nation's hospitals and forces new containment restrictions. Michael George reports on the state of the pandemic across the country.
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."
How Minneapolis became ground zero in Trump's immigration crackdown
The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents has further inflamed tensions in Minneapolis, a city at the center of America's immigration debate in recent months. Here's a look at how it started.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
U.S.
More U.S.
How Minneapolis became ground zero in Trump's immigration crackdown
The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents has further inflamed tensions in Minneapolis, a city at the center of America's immigration debate in recent months. Here's a look at how it started.
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."
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
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.
Politics
More Politics
How Minneapolis became ground zero in Trump's immigration crackdown
The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents has further inflamed tensions in Minneapolis, a city at the center of America's immigration debate in recent months. Here's a look at how it started.
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."
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
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.
World
More World
Ferry sinks in southern Philippines, killing at least 13 people
A passenger ferry with more than 350 people on board capsized near the island province of Basilan in the southern Philippines, officials said.
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.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Entertainment
Sundance Film Festival leaving Park City, Utah
After more than 40 years, the Sundance Film Festival is leaving its longtime host of Park City, Utah, and heading to Boulder, Colorado. Sarah Horbacewicz reports.
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.
Technology
More Technology
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
More Science
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
More Crime
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
More Space
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.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
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.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
Sundance Film Festival leaving Park City, Utah
After more than 40 years, the Sundance Film Festival is leaving its longtime host of Park City, Utah, and heading to Boulder, Colorado. Sarah Horbacewicz reports.
Alex Honnold climbs 101-story skyscraper
American Alex Honnold climbed a 101-story skyscraper in Taipei without ropes or protective gear on Saturday. Honnold usually climbs cliffs like Yosemite's El Capitan. Leigh Kiniry reports.
Trump defends ICE after Minneapolis shooting
President Trump addressed Border Patrol's killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, writing, "Let our ICE patriots do their job." He also accused the mayor of Minneapolis and governor of Minnesota of "inciting insurrection." Willie James Inman reports.
Latest on Alex Pretti killing in Minneapolis
Details are emerging about the fatal shooting of an ICU nurse in Minneapolis by federal agents on Saturday. The shooting was caught on video by several eyewitnesses, but local, state and federal officials are providing starkly different accounts of what happened. Lana Zak has more.
Visual investigation of Alexi Pretti killing
A CBS News analysis delves into the confrontation with federal agents that led to Alex Pretti's death Saturday in Minneapolis. Nicole Sganga reports.