FDA panel recommends use of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
The experts voted 17 to 4 in favor of the drug's emergency use for people aged 16 years and older.
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Dr. LaPook answers your COVID vaccine questions
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook answers viewers' questions about the coronavirus vaccine, including allergic reactions by two people who got the shot in the U.K., and when it may be safe to travel again after being immunized.
How to slow the spread of COVID19 ahead of a vaccine release
Roughly 1 in every 22 Americans have tested positive for COVID-19, and U.S. is now reporting an average 200,000 Americans are testing positive for coronavirus each day, the highest daily total the country has experienced. Emergency medicine physician and Yahoo News medical contributor Dr. Dara Kass joins CBSN to discuss the impact Pfizer's vaccine will have on the country once it is approved for distribution.
COVID outbreak rages in California
Coronavirus cases are exploding in California. The state set new records on Tuesday, including more hospitalizations than ever before. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke about the current situation in California with Jeremy White, the co-author of Politico's California Playbook newsletter.
NYC mayor vows not to let people "jump the line" for vaccine
"We've got to protect those who serve us and those who are most vulnerable, and we will enforce that rigorously," said Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Pentagon to roll out 44,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to start, officials say
The Department of Defense anticipates giving military personnel the new vaccine at 16 locations, both in the U.S. and abroad.
Key Dem weighs in on Biden's Pentagon pick
President-elect Joe Biden is facing bipartisan concerns over his choice to lead the Pentagon. He's urging Congress to pass a waiver that would allow retired General Lloyd Austin to serve as defense secretary. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from Wilmington, Delaware, with the latest developments on Mr. Biden's transition to power, and House Armed Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith joined CBSN to discuss some of the major concerns with Austin's nomination.
U.S. prepares for vaccine rollout as cases top 15 million
"We will be able to vaccinate about 20 million people this month and another 20-25 million in January," said assistant secretary for health Admiral Brett Giroir.
ICU beds across U.S. becoming scarce
Intensive care units across the country are nearing capacity as COVID continues to spread at unprecedented rates, and health officials say the vaccine won't reach most Americans until spring. Urgent care nurse practitioner Justin Gill joins CBSN AM to explain what he's seeing on the ground and what he thinks needs to happen for vaccines to be distributed properly in hospitals.
Hospitals prepare for vaccine distribution
Almost two weeks after Thanksgiving, U.S. health officials are warning the coronavirus is spreading faster than ever before. But there is growing hope in the form of a vaccine. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joined "CBSN AM" with how hospitals are preparing for its distribution.
U.K. issues warning after 2 allergic reactions to Pfizer vaccine
England's National Health Service says people "with a history of a significant allergic reaction to a vaccine, medicine or food" should not get the Pfizer shot.
Fauci urges Black community to be confident in COVID-19 vaccine
"I, myself, will be perfectly comfortable with taking the vaccine and I will recommend it for my family," said Fauci.
Biden unveils plans to fight pandemic
President-elect Joe Biden says his administration would deliver 100 million doses of coronavirus vaccine during his first 100 days in office. He also said he would work to get kids back in school as quickly as possible. Meanwhile, President Trump hosted a meeting touting his administration's success in developing a coronavirus vaccine so quickly. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns discuss the latest on plans for the vaccines and progress in the transition of power.
FDA confirms Pfizer vaccine's effectiveness
U.S. coronavirus cases have surpassed 15 million as the country enters what many are calling a "dark" period. But help may soon be on the way as the FDA is set to consider Pfizer's application for emergency use of its coronavirus vaccine. CBS News correspondents Charlie D'Agata and Adriana Diaz have the latest on the race for a vaccine, then Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior fellow at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, joins CBSN to break down the latest.
Biden vows to distribute 100 million vaccine doses within first 100 days
Mr. Biden's future nominees and appointees will play crucial roles in overseeing distribution of a coronavirus vaccine and building public trust in it.
William Shakespeare is 2nd in U.K. to get COVID-19 vaccine
"If Margaret Keenan is patient 1A for the vaccine, would William Shakespeare be 2B, or not 2B ..." one Twitter user wrote.
Philadelphia officials give COVID-19 update
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney and and Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley gave a COVID-19 update Tuesday as Pennsylvania is seeing a spike in both reported coronavirus cases and hospitalizations. Watch their remarks.
FDA releases details on Pfizer vaccine's effectiveness
Pfizer has reported no serious side effects, but some recipients experienced flu-like reactions — including fever, fatigue or muscle aches — especially after the required second dose.
Trump touts vaccines at summit, urging FDA to grant approval
The president spoke at a summit of public and private-sector stakeholders who will play crucial roles in distribution and administration of COVID-19 vaccines.
U.K. grandmother, 90, gets the 1st dose of Pfizer's COVID vaccine
First mass-inoculation program in the West launches with U.K. declaring "V-Day" after a grueling year of coronavirus, but most will still have to wait until the new year.
White House responds to report that it declined to buy more vaccine doses
Pfizer says any additional doses between the initial agreed-upon 100 million will need to come in a separate agreement from the one put together this summer.
U.S. faces "significant pain and suffering" over next few months
The U.S. recorded its deadliest week of the pandemic since April when more than 15,000 people died as a result of the virus last week, pushing the total number of coronavirus-related deaths past 283,000. CBS News correspondent Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM to discuss when the country may expect a rollout of a vaccine.
Biden names key members to his health team
President-elect Joe Biden has named key members of his administration's health team on Monday. They include Dr. Anthony Fauci and former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy. CBS News correspondent Paula Reid has the latest. Then CBS News' Nikole Killion and Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason join CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Fauci on coronavirus vaccine and immunity
"CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell spoke with Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's leading infectious disease expert, about the coronavirus vaccine and what we can expect over the next few weeks ahead of the holidays.
5 things to know about coronavirus vaccines from Fauci
Dr. Anthony Fauci said the country is in "for some significant pain and suffering the next couple of months" before a vaccine has an impact on the spread of coronavirus.
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Bidens spending last Thanksgiving as president on Nantucket
"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."
Dentist accused of poisoning wife allegedly tried to have detective killed
Police have called James Craig's alleged plot to kill Angela Craig a "heinous, complex and calculated murder."
Canada weighing how to retaliate if Trump imposes 25% tariffs
A full-blown trade war between the U.S. and Canada could lead to a recession in both countries, economist says.
This is how retailers get you to spend more money
As the holiday shopping season kicks off, here are five ways retailers try to get consumers to spend.
Israel and Hezbollah both claiming ceasefire violations on Day 2
Less than two full days into a ceasefire, Israel's military and Hezbollah were both claiming isolated breaches of the deal.
Chilling details emerge after Montana camper's brutal murder
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
Alabama A&M says player is stable, hours after announcing his death
Linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. sustained a head injury in an October game against Alabama State and has been hospitalized since.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from NYC to Paris
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.
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'It's a bird! It's a plane!' In Alaska, it's both as pilot delivers turkeys
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.
Cucumbers recalled across U.S. and Canada over salmonella risk
Consumers are urged to destroy the recalled cucumbers, which were distributed in 26 states around the U.S.
Connecticut Democratic lawmakers report bomb threats on Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
This is how retailers get you to spend more money
As the holiday shopping season kicks off, here are five ways retailers try to get consumers to spend.
Dentist accused of poisoning wife allegedly tried to have detective killed
Police have called James Craig's alleged plot to kill Angela Craig a "heinous, complex and calculated murder."
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Cucumbers recalled across U.S. and Canada over salmonella risk
Consumers are urged to destroy the recalled cucumbers, which were distributed in 26 states around the U.S.
This is how retailers get you to spend more money
As the holiday shopping season kicks off, here are five ways retailers try to get consumers to spend.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour book hits stores Friday. Here's what to know.
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.
Canada weighing how to retaliate if Trump imposes 25% tariffs
A full-blown trade war between the U.S. and Canada could lead to a recession in both countries, economist says.
What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
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Connecticut Democratic lawmakers report bomb threats on Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
A look at Trump's campaign promise to recognize North Carolina's Lumbee Tribe
Then-candidate Donald Trump in September promised that he would sign legislation to grant federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe.
Bidens spending last Thanksgiving as president on Nantucket, a family tradition
"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 says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
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New Mexico man awarded $412 million for botched penile injections
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.
Why does eating turkey make you sleepy? Thanksgiving fatigue, explained.
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.
Thanksgiving foods cats and dogs can (and can't) eat
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
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 we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
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.
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Missing hiker found alive after surviving 6 weeks in Canada wilderness
A missing hiker was found alive this week in the remote Canadian wilderness, where he had been missing since October.
Dog found 9 days after escaping from plane at Paris airport
Amalka, a female, slipped out of a carrier cage on November 19 during an unloading operation.
Canada weighing how to retaliate if Trump imposes 25% tariffs
A full-blown trade war between the U.S. and Canada could lead to a recession in both countries, economist says.
Doctor suspected of killing 8 patients: "Lust for murder"
"The accused appears to have had no motive for killing the people other than the act of killing itself," prosecutors said.
Tennis star Iga Swiatek gets one-month suspension in doping case
Iga Swiatek is a 23-year-old from Poland who was ranked No. 1 most of the past two seasons but is now at No. 2.
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Jon Batiste, Ledisi, Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle to do Super Bowl preshow
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 hits stores Friday. Here's what to know.
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.
Former TV host Charlie Rose settles sexual harassment lawsuit
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 denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
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.
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Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Australian parliament approves law to ban under-16s from social media
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.
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.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
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.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
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.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
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.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
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.
Dishing up space food
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.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
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.
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Dentist accused of poisoning wife allegedly tried to have detective killed
Police have called James Craig's alleged plot to kill Angela Craig a "heinous, complex and calculated murder."
Doctor suspected of killing 8 patients: "Lust for murder"
"The accused appears to have had no motive for killing the people other than the act of killing itself," prosecutors said.
Chilling details emerge after Montana camper's brutal murder
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
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 denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
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.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
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.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
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.
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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Giving thanks for a special home in America
This Thanksgiving, CBS News New York's Jessi Mitchell introduces us to a family who is spending their holiday giving thanks to not only their family, but the special place they call home.
Inside the real history of Thanksgiving
Historian Kenneth C. Davis, the bestselling author of "Don't Know Much About History" and "The World in Books," joined "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the history behind Thanksgiving and some of the traditions that go along with the holiday.
"Mornings Memory": Harvesting cranberries
Thanksgiving isn't complete without a side of cranberries, but it's pretty tough work to harvest them. That's what a CBS News crew discovered on this day in 2002.
Pro Volleyball Federation's Whitney Bower
Atlanta Vibe setter Whitney Bower, 23, joined "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the upcoming second season of the Pro Volleyball Federation and the draft of collegiate players held earlier this week.
Trump memorandum of understanding with DOJ
Officials with the Biden administration said Tuesday that President-elect Donald Trump's transition team has yet to agree to terms on a memorandum of understanding with the Justice Department, which will allow for the processing of security clearance requests. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has more.