California sets vaccine mandate for students
California is the first state in the country to require COVID-19 vaccines for all students once a vaccine is approved for younger age groups. Nikki Battiste reports.
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New York vaccine mandate takes effect
Thousands of people in New York are at risk of losing their jobs over their vaccination status. Errol Barnett has the latest on vaccine mandates in the state. Then, emergency medicine physician Dr. Owais Durrani joins Ed O'Keefe on CBSN with the latest on the fight against COVID-19.
Nursing homes charging ahead to administer vaccine boosters
Facilities are racing to protect residents while bracing for some unvaccinated workers to jump ship.
Biden gets coronavirus booster shot
Nearly 3 million people in the U.S. have received a coronavirus booster shot, including President Biden. As Errol Barnett reports, Mr. Biden had a message for the nearly one quarter of eligible Americans that remain unvaccinated. Then, Dr. Ben Weston, an associate professor in the department of emergency medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin, joins Ed O'Keefe on CBSN to discuss the latest.
Biden receives COVID-19 booster shot
President Biden urged Americans to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as he received his booster shot. In New York, thousands of hospital workers have been told to get vaccinated or be fired from their jobs. Errol Barnett reports.
Biden talks COVID vaccine, gets booster shot
President Biden spoke about COVID-19 vaccination efforts and received his booster shot on camera. CBS News correspondent Ben Tracy anchors this Special Report from Washington with chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and medical contributor Dr. David Agus.
Here are the workers now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot
CDC director cleared booster shots for people in high-risk occupational settings, including teachers and grocery workers.
CDC director explains move to recommend boosters for front-line workers
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the CDC, says there was "some real scientific discussion and a scientific close call was for those people who are at high risk by virtue of where they live or where they work."
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Today on “Face the Nation,” confusion plagues the COVID-19 booster rollout and challenges continue to hobble the Biden presidency.
ICU beds run low states with low vaccination rates
Despite this week’s CDC approval of booster shots for some demographics, many states are still experiencing low first dose vaccination rates. And in those states, hospitals are being pushed to the brink. Michael George has the details.
CDC clears booster shot for 20 million Americans
Twenty million Americans are now eligible for the Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot. The CDC and FDA approved a third dose for people who are 65 and older, at high risk of serious disease or frequently exposed to the virus. Dr. William Schaffner, a member of the CDC's advisory committee on immunization practices, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to answer questions on the booster shot rollout.
States begin COVID booster rollout
The White House says 20 million Americans are now eligible for a third shot of the Pfizer vaccine. Those who are 65 or older, at an increased risk for exposure or have high-risk conditions are among the eligible. CDC Director Rochelle Walensky overruled an advisory panel and approved a booster shot for frontline workers, including health care workers and teachers. Michael George has the latest.
Millions now eligible for COVID-19 booster in U.S.
Millions of Americans are now eligible for a Pfizer's coronavirus booster shot after the CDC director endorsed an expert panel's recommendation. Omar Villafranca brings us the latest on the decision. Then, Dr. Shale Wong, a professor of pediatrics and the executive director of the Farley Health Policy Center at the University of Colorado, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with her analysis.
CDC chief expands COVID booster shot recommendation
The CDC director expanded who is eligible for a Pfizer booster shot. Anyone 65 and older, those who are an increased risk for exposure or have high-risk conditions are among the eligible. Omar Villafranca has more.
Guidelines on Pfizer vaccine booster shots
The CDC director has endorsed booster shots of the Pfizer vaccine for people 65 and older and others at higher risk of COVID-19. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports on the decision and how it differs from the CDC advisory panel's recommendations. Then Dr. John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
Doctor discusses booster shots guidelines
The CDC director overruled agency advisers to expand the number of people who are eligible for Pfizer's booster shots. At-risk workers are now included under the new guidelines, as well as people over 65 and those with underlying medical conditions. Dr. Nick Hysmith joined CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the latest.
Biden speaks on booster shots, economy
President Biden spoke about the latest recommendations from the CDC on booster shots of the Pfizer vaccine for people 65 and over and others at higher risk. He also answered questions about the handling of migrants at the border, and efforts to pass his Build Back Better economic package. Watch his full remarks.
CDC backs Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for millions
The CDC director defended the decision, after differing on one key point with a panel of vaccine advisers
CDC panel recommends Pfizer booster for some
A CDC panel has voted in favor of coronavirus booster shots for people aged 65 and older and those at high risk for severe COVID-19. Omar Villafranca has the details on this long awaited decision. Then, Dr. Bhavna Lall, a clinical assistant professor at the University of Houston College of Medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with her analysis.
CDC panel recommends Pfizer boosters for some
CDC advisers voted to allow Pfizer's COVID booster shot for people 65 and older and others who are at high risk. Omar Villafranca has more.
Experts weigh who should get booster shots
A CDC panel is meeting to determine who will qualify for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine booster shots. On Wednesday, the FDA authorized it for people ages 65 and over and others at higher risk. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports. Then Dr. Amesh Adalja, senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University, spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the factors health officials are considering.
White House hails FDA move on booster shots
The Food and Drug Administration granted emergency-use authorization to Pfizer for a third dose of its COVID-19 vaccine for seniors, people with underlying health conditions and adults frequently exposed to the virus. The White House called the announcement a "major step forward" as President Biden hosted members from the progressive and moderate factions of the Democratic Party to discuss a major piece of his domestic agenda. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined CBSN to discuss.
FDA OKs scaled-down booster shot plan
The Food and Drug Administration granted emergency-use authorization for booster shots of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for seniors and other people considered to be high-risk, a scaled-down version of President Biden's original plan for the additional shots. Meanwhile, Mr. Biden met with Democratic lawmakers on a $3.5 trillion spending bill. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN AM with more.
Pfizer booster shot authorized for millions
The Food and Drug Administration authorized expanded access to booster shots of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for people aged 65 and up as well as those with weakened immune systems and adults whose job or living situation frequently exposes them to the virus. It's now up to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to decide how and when the shots will be distributed. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn joins CBSN AM to discuss.
U.S. daily COVID deaths top 2,000
The U.S. is once again seeing more than 2,000 coronavirus deaths per day. But as CBS News' Nancy Chen reports, some experts still believe the nation is heading in the right direction. Then, Dr. Elizabeth Clayborne, an emergency physician and an adjunct assistant professor of emergency medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the coronavirus headlines of the day.
What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
Banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grappled with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
Long COVID has affected millions. Here's what scientists now know.
Researchers have published more than 24,000 papers on long COVID — a constellation of health effects such as shortness of breath, fatigue, brain fog and heart failure that last months or years after the initial infection.
More Democrats join wave of lawmakers calling on Biden to drop out
More than two dozen House Democrats and four senators have now called on President Biden to end his reelection bid.
Russian court sentences U.S. reporter Evan Gershkovich to prison
The Wall Street Journal calls reporter Evan Gershkovich's conviction on spying charges in Russia "bogus," but it may clear the way for a prisoner swap.
What is the "blue screen of death," and how can you fix it?
The Microsoft outage on Friday caused many PCs to display an error message nicknamed the "blue screen of death."
DNC backs virtual roll call vote for Biden as outside groups educate delegates
The virtual ballot will show Biden "as the presumptive and only qualified nominee," but there's an option for delegates to mark their own preference, as there was in 2020.
What is CrowdStrike, the company behind the global Microsoft outages?
The outages Friday were connected to "a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in a statement.
Biden campaign won't "sugarcoat" state of 2024 race but denies Biden plans exit
Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon denied reports the president is considering leaving 2024 presidential race against Trump.
Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
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DNC backs virtual roll call vote for Biden as outside groups educate delegates
The virtual ballot will show Biden "as the presumptive and only qualified nominee," but there's an option for delegates to mark their own preference, as there was in 2020.
Conspiracy falsely claims there was second shooter at Trump rally
Social media users circulated misleading visuals and accounts to falsely claim there was a second gunman atop a water tower at the rally venue.
Man picking berries in Montana kills grizzly bear in self-defense
A 72-year-old man killed a grizzly bear in Flathead County, Montana after it attacked him while he was out picking berries.
Marine accused of using Nazi salute during the Capitol riot sentenced
A Marine accused of using a Nazi salute during the U.S. Capitol insurrection has been sentenced to almost five years in prison for assaulting police officers who were guarding the building.
Investors are putting their money on the "Trump trade."
Investors are sizing up which industries could benefit under a second Trump administration. But Wall Street preach caution, saying it's easy to get burned.
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Investors are putting their money on the "Trump trade."
Investors are sizing up which industries could benefit under a second Trump administration. But Wall Street preach caution, saying it's easy to get burned.
Microsoft outage shuts down Starbucks' mobile ordering app
Starbuck's mobile order ahead and pay features are down. Here's what the company is doing to restore them.
What is the "blue screen of death," and how can you fix it?
The Microsoft outage on Friday caused many PCs to display an error message nicknamed the "blue screen of death."
How the rise of AI is straining the U.S. power grid
Experts say the increasing demand for energy in the U.S. is forecast to hit a record high this year.
What is CrowdStrike, the company behind the global Microsoft outages?
The outages Friday were connected to "a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in a statement.
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DNC backs virtual roll call vote for Biden as outside groups educate delegates
The virtual ballot will show Biden "as the presumptive and only qualified nominee," but there's an option for delegates to mark their own preference, as there was in 2020.
Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
Marine accused of using Nazi salute during the Capitol riot sentenced
A Marine accused of using a Nazi salute during the U.S. Capitol insurrection has been sentenced to almost five years in prison for assaulting police officers who were guarding the building.
Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says
Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days.
Biden campaign won't "sugarcoat" state of 2024 race but denies Biden plans exit
Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon denied reports the president is considering leaving 2024 presidential race against Trump.
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Long COVID has affected millions. Here's what scientists now know.
Researchers have published more than 24,000 papers on long COVID — a constellation of health effects such as shortness of breath, fatigue, brain fog and heart failure that last months or years after the initial infection.
Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says
Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days.
Isabella Strahan says she is cancer-free
"Great scans, everything was clear. Cancer-free,"19-year-old Isabella Strahan said after a battle with medulloblastoma, a malignant brain tumor.
At Trump's GOP Convention, there's little to be heard on health care
Republicans were once the party of Obamacare repeal and abortion opposition. They've said little about either issue in Milwaukee.
Recalled gummies contained illegal controlled substance, testing finds
The now-recalled Diamond Shruumz gummies had been sold legally, but testing found they contained an illegal controlled substance.
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Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
Journalist ordered to pay $5,500 for mocking Italian leader's height
The judge ruled that two social media posts targeting Meloni by journalist Giulia Cortese amounted to "body shaming."
At least 40 migrants dead after boat catches fire off Haiti
The boat, carrying more than 80 people, was en route to the Turks and Caicos Islands, officials said.
July's Buck Moon is almost here. Find out when and where to catch a glimpse.
The full moon, also known as the Thunder Moon, will last three days, peaking on Sunday morning.
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From the archives: Bob Newhart
Bob Newhart, whose observational humor and deadpan delivery raised his comedy albums and TV sitcoms to classic status, died on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the age of 94. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired on November 3, 2002, the comedian, recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, talked with correspondent Rita Braver about his journey from accounting to standup. Braver also talks with the comic's co-stars Jane Curtin ("The Librarian") and Tom Poston ("Newhart") about Newhart's gifts.
Glass Animals' Dave Bayley on songwriting
Glass Animals frontman Dave Bayley talks with Anthony Mason about his songwriting process for the band's new album, following up the hit song "Heat Waves" and becoming more confident as a writer.
Dave Bayley of Glass Animals on creative journey for new album
After the success of "Heat Waves," Dave Bayley opens up about his struggles and the creative process behind Glass Animals' new album, "I Love You So F***ing Much."
Glass Animals reflects on rise to fame
Glass Animals, famed for their hit "Heat Waves," recently released their latest album. Anthony Mason catches up with the band in London, revisiting the street where their success story started.
Top summer reads
Sarah Gelman, editorial director for Amazon Books, joins "CBS Mornings" with must-read book recommendations for the summer.
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How a glitch crippled tech operations worldwide
A flaw in a software update from CrowdStrike, a firm that provides cybersecurity services through Microsoft for half of the Fortune 1000 companies, has caused a major worldwide tech outage. Carter Evans examines exactly what caused the glitch and how it is being fixed.
Outage causes travel chaos, airlines left reeling
A software meltdown caused one of the largest tech outages in modern history, grounding thousands of flights worldwide Friday, stranding travelers and leaving airlines scrambling for answers. Kris Van Cleave 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.
What caused the CrowdStrike-Microsoft outage?
A global tech outage Friday grounded planes, sent offices offline and disrupted multiple industries. Cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike says it identified a critical problem in its software and is working to fix the issue. Justin Cappos, professor and cybersecurity expert at New York University's Tandon School of Engineering, joins CBS News to explain what caused the outage and when things could return to normal.
What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
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Study: Climate change is making days longer
This summer millions of people have experienced the fact that climate change is making our days hotter, but new research shows it is also making them longer. CBS News' Lana Zak explains.
How AI impacts the climate
Experts say the surging demand for energy in the U.S. is forecast to hit record-highs both this year and next year, straining the country's aging power grid and creating more planet-warming emissions. Part of the demand is from a growing number of data centers across the nation and the rise of artificial intelligence.
Climate change is making days longer, according to new research
The melting of glaciers and polar ice sheets causes water to move closer to the equator, fattening the planet and slowing its rotation, according to a recent study.
Creature that washed up on New Zealand beach may be world's rarest whale
Spade-toothed whales are the world's rarest, with no live sightings ever recorded. Until, perhaps, now. One may have washed up onto a New Zealand beach.
5 human cases of bird flu in Colorado poultry workers, health officials report
Symptoms among the new bird flu cases included "fever, chills, coughing and sore throat/runny nose," alongside pink eye and eye tearing, a CDC spokesperson confirmed Monday.
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Alabama man accused of killing wife, 4 young kids is arrested
"It was just a horrific scene that even seasoned officers told me it is the worst thing they've ever seen," the sheriff said.
Major cocaine network — led by "The Professor" — busted in Europe
The drug ring would appeal to a witchdoctor "to receive his blessing and for the success of its cocaine transportation," police said.
Man gets 3 years in 2011 death of fiancée
John Carter was charged with two counts of murder in relation to the death of his fiancée Katelyn Markham.
Former Trump Org CFO Allen Weisselberg released from jail
Weisselberg was sentenced in April to five months in Rikers Island, in line with a plea agreement over his alleged perjury in a 2023 civil fraud case.
Oregon fugitive who escaped in 1994 found in Georgia with stolen identity
A man who authorities have described as a dangerous pedophile was arrested in Georgia, nearly 30 years after he fled an Oregon prison.
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Marking 55 years since Apollo 11 moon landing
This weekend marks 55 years since the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins CBS News to look back on the small step for man and giant leap for mankind.
NASA counting on SpaceX to dispose of space station when program ends
NASA says the Deorbit Vehicle will drive the lab to a controlled re-entry and breakup in 2030 to close out three decades of operation.
NASA beams Missy Elliott song to Venus
Rain already falls on Venus, but it took more than 14 minutes for Missy Elliott's The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" to reach the planet.
NASA celebrates Webb telescope anniversary
It has been two years since NASA's James Webb telescope gave us a stunning first look at the depth of our universe. To commemorate the achievement, NASA has released new images showing two distant galaxies interacting with each other. Jane Rigby, astrophysicist and a senior project scientist for the Webb telescope at NASA, joins CBS News to discuss.
James Webb Space Telescope captures galaxies merging
The image released Friday depicts two merging galaxies, nicknamed "the Penguin and the Egg," that are about 100,000 light years apart, a surprisingly close distance in astronomical terms.
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From the archives: Bob Newhart
Bob Newhart, whose observational humor and deadpan delivery raised his comedy albums and TV sitcoms to classic status, died on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the age of 94. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired on November 3, 2002, the comedian, recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, talked with correspondent Rita Braver about his journey from accounting to standup. Braver also talks with the comic's co-stars Jane Curtin ("The Librarian") and Tom Poston ("Newhart") about Newhart's gifts.
Friendship built around a weekly high five endures
Every week for nearly a decade, Andy Gullahorn goes for a walk, and about a mile-and-a-half away, his friend Gabe Scott does the same thing at the same time. They walk toward each other, and when they meet they high five. Then, they often simply walk home. Steve Hartman has their story.
WNBA All-Star Game takes over Phoenix
Two new faces at this weekend's WNBA All-Star Game in Phoenix will be rookie sensations Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Both athletes have super-charged women's basketball. And as more people are tuning in to the WNBA, there is a new team on the horizon. Jess Smith, president of the Golden State Valkyries, which will debut as the WNBA's 13th basketball team in 2025, joins CBS News to discuss.
Best beach read recommendations for summer
If you're headed to the beach at all this summer, you'll need a few things: Sunscreen, a towel, maybe some snacks -- but definitely a good book. Sarah Gelman, editorial director of Amazon Books, joins CBS News with some recommendations for the best beach reads of the season.
Trump, Vance prepare to hit campaign trail
Following the conclusion of the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Sen. JD Vance, are preparing to campaign in key battleground states. Robert Costa has the latest.