HHS ousts vaccine expert who pushed back on COVID-19 treatment
Dr. Rick Bright said the government should use funds for "safe and scientifically vetted solutions."
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Groups urge HHS to ban abortion amid coronavirus outbreak
A coalition of activists called for the federal government to order clinics nationwide to "cease operations."
How to donate personal protective equipment
Desperate doctors and nurses are using #GetMePPE to seek much-needed medical supplies. Here's how to donate.
Hospitals race to respond to coronavirus
The U.S Department of Health and Human Services estimates if the coronavirus outbreak becomes "very severe" about 38 million Americans will need medical care and nearly 10 million will need to stay in hospitals. Adriana Diaz reports.
HHS secretary says U.S. is "expanding" coronavirus testing
More than 1,030 coronavirus cases have been reported in the U.S., up from 126 one week ago.
Cruz, Gaetz among lawmakers self-quarantining after coronavirus contact
Four Republican members of Congress said they are isolating themselves after learning they had contact with a person who has tested positive.
NYC mayor gives update on coronavirus
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio gave an update as to how the nation's most populous city is reacting to the coronavirus outbreak as the number of those infected in the city rose to 13. Watch his remarks here.
Coronavirus task force press briefing
Vice President Mike Pence and members of the coronavirus task force gave a press briefing Monday where they emphasized that the risk to Americans remains "low." Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar did warn, however, "the degree of risk has the potential to change quickly." Watch their remarks.
Health secretary investigating allegations by coronavirus whistleblower
The HHS chief says he's "aggressively looking" to determine whether there is "validity" to concerns raised by a whistleblower about possible exposure.
Transcript: Alex Azar on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with HHS Secretary Alex Azar that aired Sunday, March 1, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
HHS watchdog to review agency's coronavirus response
The decision comes as the Trump administration's response to the virus is under scrutiny.
CDC says to prepare for the coronavirus. How?
"We should plan as if a big storm was coming," said CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus.
Court blocks Trump from allowing states to reject refugees
The ruling is a temporary blow to the White House's concerted efforts to dramatically overhaul the nation's refugee program, which enjoyed bipartisan support for decades.
New ICE initiative gathers data on sponsors of migrant children
ICE says the effort is designed to ensure the safety of migrant minors in U.S. custody, but advocates believe it is a move to deport undocumented immigrants who try to sponsor their children family members.
Google's "Project Nightingale" faces medical privacy inquiry
A federal agency wants more information about the "mass collection" of patients' medical data by the search giant
Government wants to bar doctors' statements in dispute over migrant kids
The declarations by 3 physicians accompanied dozens of testimonials from children who described "prison-like" conditions, according to their attorneys
Children separated from families could suffer long-term health issues
"As they become adults, we see continued anxiety, continued depression, real PTSD"
Empty holding facility for migrant children costs $720,000 a day
A federal official revealed that the government spends $600 per bed, per day, to support the empty facility in Homestead, Florida
Gov't report details psychological trauma among separated migrant kids
"The little ones don't know how to express what they are feeling, what has happened. Communication is limited and difficult. They need more attention"
Report: Separated migrant kids suffer trauma
A new report by the Inspector General for the Department of Health and Human Services found migrant facilities have struggled to address the mental health needs of detained children, and kids separated from their families suffered trauma. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates joins CBSN to discuss the findings.
WI officials urge residents to quit e-cigs
Amid a nationwide spike in severe lung illnesses, Milwaukee's health department issued an alert telling people to stop using e-cigarettes immediately. There are 16 confirmed cases of chemical pneumonia in Wisconsin, and health officials say all of the patients reported using e-cigarettes or vaping marijuana. Nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control says it's looking into nearly 200 possible cases, reported in 22 states, of severe lung disease that may be tied to e-cigarette use.
All unaccompanied children removed from Florida migrant facility
Homestead was the nation's largest facility for unaccompanied migrant children
Ocasio-Cortez condemns "manufactured" cruelty at border
The House Oversight Committee is holding a hearing on treatment of migrants at the border
New report details "ongoing trauma" of Trump's family separation policy
As of May, some migrant children separated from their parents were still in U.S. custody. One had spent more than a year without his parents — including his ninth birthday
3 Democratic candidates call for overhaul of migrant children shelters
Joining forces, the three Democratic senators and 2020 presidential candidates said the wellbeing of children in U.S. custody should not be compromised
4 officers killed in shooting in Charlotte, North Carolina
A U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force was trying to serve a warrant when the shooting started, police said.
Columbia protesters take over building demonstrators occupied in 1968 protests
Protesters on Columbia University's campus have occupied Hamilton Hall -- the same building demonstrators took over during anti-Vietnam War protests in 1968.
CBS News poll: Democrats start out ahead in 2024 U.S. Senate races
Senators Bob Casey in Pennsylvania and Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin lead right now, but many voters are undecided
Protests continue at college campuses as graduations approach
Student protests over the Israel-Hamas war have popped up at many U.S. colleges following the arrest of more than 100 demonstrators at Columbia University this month.
Feds testing ground beef where dairy cows were stricken by bird flu
USDA says the U.S. meat supply is safe, and reiterates that people should cook beef to kill bacteria and viruses.
Prosecutors say they won't retry Arizona rancher accused of murder
Prosecutors say they will not retry George Alan Kelly, an Arizona rancher whose trial in the fatal shooting of a Mexican man on his property ended with a deadlocked jury.
Emergency slide that fell from Delta flight over NYC found. Here's where.
Delta Air Lines appears to have recovered the emergency slide that fell from a plane minutes after takeoff at JFK in the Rockaways.
U.S. tourist arrested over ammo FaceTiming with kids as prison looms
Ryan Watson is facing a potential sentence of 12 years behind bars in Turks and Caicos after four rounds of hunting ammunition were found in his luggage.
Winner of $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot revealed
The winner was 46-year-old Cheng Saephan, a Laos-born immigrant who has been fighting cancer for the past eight years.
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Prosecutors say they won't retry Arizona rancher accused of murder
Prosecutors say they will not retry George Alan Kelly, an Arizona rancher whose trial in the fatal shooting of a Mexican man on his property ended with a deadlocked jury.
1969 cold case advances after DNA links murdered teen to 9/11 victim's mother
A teenage girl's remains were identified more than 50 years after her murder using DNA from the mother of a woman killed on 9/11.
Columbia protesters gather around Hamilton Hall overnight
Columbia University says protesters stormed Hamilton Hall early Tuesday -- a building demonstrators took over during anti-Vietnam War protests in 1968.
Voters in battleground states say the economy is a top issue
Voters rank the economy ahead of other hot button topics as one of the most important issues ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
Bird flu in raw milk? Experts warn against unpasteurized dairy products
Unlike pasteurized milk, which undergoes a process that kills harmful bacteria, experts say raw milk can carry pathogens that make you sick.
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Voters in battleground states say the economy is a top issue
Voters rank the economy ahead of other hot button topics as one of the most important issues ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
Feds testing ground beef where dairy cows were stricken by bird flu
USDA says the U.S. meat supply is safe, and reiterates that people should cook beef to kill bacteria and viruses.
Paramount CEO Bob Bakish to step down amid sale discussions
Paramount said long-time CEO Bob Bakish will leave the company, which is in discussions to explore a sale or merger.
Seller of fake N95 face masks to refund $1.1 million to customers
Razer sold the Zephyr mask as protection against COVID during the pandemic, but products were not tested, feds say.
Mexican man wins typo case against Cartier, keeps earrings bought for $13
Cartier ultimately agreed to let the buyer keep the earrings he had purchased at an inadvertent discount. Not everyone supports the outcome.
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Columbia protesters gather around Hamilton Hall overnight
Columbia University says protesters stormed Hamilton Hall early Tuesday -- a building demonstrators took over during anti-Vietnam War protests in 1968.
CBS News poll: Democrats start out ahead in 2024 U.S. Senate races
Senators Bob Casey in Pennsylvania and Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin lead right now, but many voters are undecided
Supreme Court rejects Peter Navarro's latest bid for release from prison
The Supreme Court on Monday declined former White House trade adviser Peter Navarro's request to halt his prison sentence while he appeals a conviction for contempt of Congress.
Tensions rise at Columbia after deadline to clear encampment
Tensions rose on the Columbia University campus as pro-Palestinian protesters refused to comply with a deadline to pack up their encampment.
Trump and DeSantis meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election
It's the first meeting between the two men since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ended his 2024 presidential challenge against former President Trump.
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Bird flu in raw milk? Experts warn against unpasteurized dairy products
Unlike pasteurized milk, which undergoes a process that kills harmful bacteria, experts say raw milk can carry pathogens that make you sick.
Feds testing ground beef where dairy cows were stricken by bird flu
USDA says the U.S. meat supply is safe, and reiterates that people should cook beef to kill bacteria and viruses.
Seller of fake N95 face masks to refund $1.1 million to customers
Razer sold the Zephyr mask as protection against COVID during the pandemic, but products were not tested, feds say.
Philips settles suits over its sleep apnea machines for $1.1 billion
Dutch medical device maker Philips says it's reached a $1.1 billion deal in the United States to settle lawsuits over faulty sleep machines in a case that's rocked the company.
Oregon using Medicaid funds for climate-change-related health challenges
Oregon is helping Medicaid patients cope with soaring heat, smoky skies and other effects of climate change.
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Columbia protesters gather around Hamilton Hall overnight
Columbia University says protesters stormed Hamilton Hall early Tuesday -- a building demonstrators took over during anti-Vietnam War protests in 1968.
Sightings of invasive, toxic hammerhead flatworm increasing in Ontario
It's invasive, harmful and can regenerate from a tiny piece of its body — it's the hammerhead land planarian, and its been increasingly sighted in Ontario.
U.S. tourist arrested over ammo FaceTiming with kids as prison looms
Ryan Watson is facing a potential sentence of 12 years behind bars in Turks and Caicos after four rounds of hunting ammunition were found in his luggage.
Tesla stock rises after CEO Musk scores big in China during short visit
Musk's surprise visit to the Beijing Auto Show this weekend was a "watershed moment" for Tesla, analysts said.
Apple threatened with legal action over use of alleged "blood minerals"
The Democratic Republic of Congo has given Apple weeks to answer questions about how it ensures key components in its tech are ethically and legally sourced.
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Paramount CEO Bob Bakish to step down amid sale discussions
Paramount said long-time CEO Bob Bakish will leave the company, which is in discussions to explore a sale or merger.
Justin Hartley shifts gears in new drama "Tracker"
Justin Hartley stars as Colter Shaw, a rugged survivalist who traverses the country to locate missing people and collect rewards, in the new CBS show "Tracker."
Justin Hartley talks role in “Tracker'"
Justin Hartley returns to television as both star and executive producer of "Tracker," an action-packed drama where he plays Colter Shaw, a survivalist hunting for missing persons across the country.
Matt Friend talks comedy career
Known as "The Man of Many Voices," 25-year-old comedian Matt Friend delivered a standout performance at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, showcasing his talent with 250 impressions of famous figures.
Actor Gerard Depardieu to face trial in alleged sexual assault, prosecutors say
French screen actor Gerard Depardieu was reportedly detained for questioning and released Monday after two women accused him of sexual assault.
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Romance scam victims speak out
After delving into the world of romance scams, CBS News followed up with several victims whose ordeals were highlighted. Jim Axelrod shares their stories.
Breakthrough AI tech speeding up MRI scans
NYU Langone Health and Meta have developed a new type of MRI that dramatically reduces the time needed to complete scans through artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Anne-Marie Green 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.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission voted to adopt net neutrality regulations, a reversal from the policy adopted during former President Donald Trump's administration. Christopher Sprigman, a professor at the New York University School of Law, joins CBS News with more on the vote.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
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Videos show where cicadas have already emerged in the U.S.
The bugs emit a loud, droning buzzing sound when they emerge – signaling they are ready to mate.
Officials warning of hotter temps this summer
Officials from the National Weather Service and the CDC are already warning Americans about record-high temperatures in the coming months thanks to seasonal changes in the La Niña climate pattern. With these rising temperatures, there's also a higher risk of wildfires and droughts. Scott Dance, a climate reporter for The Washington Post, joined CBS News to discuss the forecast.
Why bats are vital to the ecosystem
Bats have often been called scary and spooky but experts say they play an important role in our daily lives. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains why the mammals are so vital to our ecosystem and the threats they're facing.
Doctor on lessons from Flint water crisis
Pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose work has spurred official action on the Flint water crisis, told CBS News that it's stunning that "we continue to use the bodies of our kids as detectors of environmental contamination." She discusses ways to support victims of the water crisis, the ongoing work of replacing the city's pipes and more in this extended interview.
Flint residents on 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi spoke with residents about what the past decade has been like.
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Prosecutors say they won't retry Arizona rancher accused of murder
Prosecutors say they will not retry George Alan Kelly, an Arizona rancher whose trial in the fatal shooting of a Mexican man on his property ended with a deadlocked jury.
1969 cold case advances after DNA links murdered teen to 9/11 victim's mother
A teenage girl's remains were identified more than 50 years after her murder using DNA from the mother of a woman killed on 9/11.
Recap of Karen Read trial opening statements
Karen Read's trial for the death of police officer and then-boyfriend John O'Keefe began Monday in Massachusetts. During their opening statements, the prosecution and the defense presented differing theories on how O'Keefe died. CBS News Boston reporter Penny Kmitt has more.
4 officers killed in shooting in Charlotte, North Carolina
A U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force was attempting to serve a warrant in Charlotte when the shooting started, the police said.
India politician accused of recording thousands of sex assault videos
Indian parliamentarian Prajwal Revanna, whose party is allied with the prime minister, is accused of recording thousands of videos of sexual assault.
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Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Spacecraft spots "spiders" scattered across surface of Mars
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
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PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
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We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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How 2024 election could shape world crises
Conflicts in Israel and Ukraine have taken up a lot of the news cycle in the past months and even years. But how has the U.S.' focus on these international crises affected politics back home? Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, joins CBS News to discuss.
Former IDF soldier criticizes Gaza approach
A former IDF soldier is breaking his silence. In an interview with CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta, he describes the culture within the Israeli military, and why he believes the bombardment of Gaza has often been indiscriminate.
Examining violence against unhoused people
A new report is examining acts of extreme violence toward people experiencing homelessness. CBS News reporter Bo Erickson looks at the causes and potential solutions for the violence.
Deadly tornadoes tear through Oklahoma
Over the past several days, multiple tornadoes have torn across the Midwest and Great Plains. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson has the latest forecast.
Congress looks to pass antisemitism bill
Congress is back in session this week, and one of the first things it will look to address is antisemitism on college campuses. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.