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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expected to roll out guidelines today for reopening schools for grades K-12. According to a draft internal summary obtained by CBS News, the agency is considering recommending schools reopen in phases based on rates of community transmission. Nancy Cordes reports.
House Managers rest their case against Donald Trump; Taylor Swift rereleasing 2008 album "Fearless"
New guidance from the CDC advises wearing well-fitting, multilayer cloth face masks or layering a cloth mask over a disposable mask.
Dean of Brown University's School of Public Health Dr. Ashish Jha, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the new CDC double face mask guidance as concerns grow that highly contagious variants of the coronavirus are spreading rapidly across the country.
The data points to success following the two dose schedule outlined by Pfizer and Moderna.
New research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a well-fitting mask can offer significant protection against COVID-19, and there are new guidelines on the potential benefits of wearing two masks. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said, "The bottom line is this: Masks work, and they work best when they have a good fit and are worn correctly." Watch her remarks.
The fight against the coronavirus is gaining momentum in the U.S. as hospitalizations and infections continue to fall. As CBS News' Meg Oliver reports, health experts warn the U.S. not out of the woods yet as variants emerge and the Super Bowl threatens to be the next super-spreader event. Dr. Dara Kass, an ER doctor and medical contributor for Yahoo News, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest developments on the pandemic.
More contagious COVID-19 variants are spreading rapidly in the U.S. and a new study by the CDC finds the strain first found in the U.K. will become dominant here by March. Dr. Ron Elfenbein joins CBSN to discuss that plus President Biden's recent comments on the pandemic made in an exclusive interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell.
President Biden ordered his administration to review a CDC order that allows U.S. border officials to swiftly expel migrants without a court hearing.
Oxford/AstraZeneca trial data is first to suggest a vaccine prevents asymptomatic infection, which the U.K.'s leader calls an "absolutely superb" development.
The CDC has released its first comprehensive look at the state of the nationwide vaccine campaign so far.
Pregnant women face the difficult decision about whether to get the coronavirus vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control said pregnant women are at increased risk from COVID-19, but they were excluded from initial vaccine trials. Mireya Villarreal reports for CBS News' series Women and the Pandemic.
The CDC has issued an order requiring travelers to wear masks while using public transportation in the U.S. The announcement follows President Biden's executive order for all government agencies to follow mask guidelines set by the CDC. University of Iowa professor of microbiology and immunology Dr. Stanley Perlman joined CBSN to explain how the mandate could slow the spread of COVID-19.
The CDC says it reserves the right to enforce the order through criminal penalties but "encourages and anticipates widespread voluntary compliance."
New and more contagious COVID variants are spreading across the U.S., prompting reminders about the importance of wearing face masks. Some health experts are even encouraging people to wear two masks instead of one. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with Linsey Marr, a professor of civil and environmental engineering at Virginia Tech and an expert on airborne transmission of viruses, about why it could help.
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss the rollout and production of COVID-19 vaccines in the United States.
The CDC announced there's little evidence of coronavirus transmission in schools if precautions are followed.
The Biden administration is making reopening schools one of its central goals, along with speeding up vaccine distribution. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports.
The White House says getting children back in the classroom is a priority. Reopening schools could become easier after the Centers for Disease Control announced there's been little evidence of transmission if precautions are followed. Meg Oliver reports.
The variant appears to be 50% more contagious than other strains of the virus.
The Biden administration's push to purchase 200 million more COVID-19 vaccine doses would put the government's total order at enough to vaccinate more than 90% of the U.S. population. Dr. Neeta Ogden spoke with CBSN about what the government still needs to do to make the vaccine rollout a success, new Centers for Disease Control guidance on in-school learning and why Regeneron's latest study on its antibody cocktail's strength against coronavirus variants is good news.
More than a year after the first COVID-19 case was reported in the U.S., Americans are still learning more about the virus. Symptoms can last weeks, or even months, in some people. Laura M. Holson, a writer for the New York Times, joins CBSN to discuss her recovery experience.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Joe Biden's chief medical adviser, says reaching the goal of administering 100 million shots by April will be "challenging" and "is a floor, not a ceiling."
As President Biden signed executive orders to ramp up federal efforts to fight the coronavirus pandemic, the World Health Organization is updating its guidance on how to interpret COVID-19 test results. Dr. Bob Lahita spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to break down the latest guidance, and what the CDC says to do if you can't get your second shot of the vaccine on time.
The following is a transcript of an interview with nominee for CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky that aired January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
A full-blown trade war between the U.S. and Canada could lead to a recession in both countries, economist says.
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
"Whatever bumps and bruises we were suffering, we put it all aside and celebrated Thanksgiving in Nantucket," President Biden wrote in his 2017 book "Promise Me, Dad."
The bursts of violence — with no reports of serious casualties — reflected the uneasy nature of the ceasefire that otherwise appeared to hold as Lebanese troops began to deploy in parts of southern Lebanon.
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicked off the holiday season in NYC, despite a brief interruption from protesters and rainy weather.
Experts warn of fabricated websites posing as retailers to scam shoppers looking for Black Friday deals.
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
Neighbors are collecting cards for John Reichart and his wife — find out how to send one here.
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
Experts warn of fabricated websites posing as retailers to scam shoppers looking for Black Friday deals.
A resident named Esther Keim has been flying low and slow in a small plane over rural parts of south-central Alaska, dropping frozen turkeys to those who can't simply run out to the grocery store.
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
Experts warn of fabricated websites posing as retailers to scam shoppers looking for Black Friday deals.
Consumers are urged to destroy the recalled cucumbers, which were distributed in 26 states around the U.S.
As the holiday shopping season kicks off, here are five ways retailers try to get consumers to spend.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book goes on sale Friday. Here's the only place to buy it, how much it costs and what you'll get.
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
Then-candidate Donald Trump in September promised that he would sign legislation to grant federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe.
"Whatever bumps and bruises we were suffering, we put it all aside and celebrated Thanksgiving in Nantucket," President Biden wrote in his 2017 book "Promise Me, Dad."
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
A missing hiker was found alive this week in the remote Canadian wilderness, where he had been missing since October.
Amalka, a female, slipped out of a carrier cage on November 19 during an unloading operation.
A full-blown trade war between the U.S. and Canada could lead to a recession in both countries, economist says.
"The accused appears to have had no motive for killing the people other than the act of killing itself," prosecutors said.
The performances will take place Feb. 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans before the NFL's championship matchup and halftime show featuring rap megastar Kendrick Lamar.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book goes on sale Friday. Here's the only place to buy it, how much it costs and what you'll get.
In settling, the three plaintiffs said they assign no "ill intent" to Rose and realize now that his conduct could be subject to interpretation.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
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.
Australia's full legislature has now passed a bill that will soon ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
Police have called James Craig's alleged plot to kill Angela Craig a "heinous, complex and calculated murder."
"The accused appears to have had no motive for killing the people other than the act of killing itself," prosecutors said.
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Ponchos and umbrellas added to the atmosphere at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade as a steady rain-soaked Midtown Manhattan. But for the three million people estimated to have lined the two-and-a-half mile route, the wet weather didn't dampen spirits. Tom Hanson reports.
Retailers are preparing for Black Friday, one of the biggest shopping days of the year, with two-thirds of holiday shoppers expected to make purchases this week. The biggest discounts Friday will likely be on electronics like televisions, appliances and gaming consoles. Nancy Cordes reports.
For the second time in two weeks, Russia on Thursday took aim at Ukraine's energy infrastructure with a nationwide missile and drone strike that left more than a million homes and businesses without power. Ramy Inocencio has details.
Authorities are investigating how a woman got through security at John F. Kennedy International Airport and then boarded a Delta Air Lines flight to Paris without a boarding pass. French police took the woman into custody after the plane landed at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Lilia Luciano has details.
President-elect Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum spoke Wednesday following Trump's declaration earlier this week that he planned to institute a 25% tariff on both Mexico and Canada immediately after taking office. Trump and Sheinbaum did not appear to be on the same page regarding the outcome of their conversation. Weijia Jiang has the latest.