Chicago police union boss urges officers to defy COVID vaccine mandate
The union head said half of the workforce could not show up to work if they are punished for not complying.
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Myeloma may have made Colin Powell more vulnerable to dying of COVID
Powell, who was fully vaccinated, had been treated for multiple myeloma before dying from COVID-19 complications.
States face pushback against vaccine mandates
Two in every 3 eligible people in the U.S. are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus. But the pace of first doses is slowing — and as Carter Evans reports, some unvaccinated people are protesting mandates. Then, emergency medicine physician Dr. Owais Durrani joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to break down the day's coronavirus headlines.
Unvaccinated patient denied organ transplant
A number of hospitals around the country are denying organ transplants to people or bumping them down on waiting lists if the patients aren't vaccinated against COVID-19. In one highly publicized case, a Colorado health system denied a kidney transplant to a woman who refused to get a coronavirus vaccine shot. Arthur Caplan, a professor of bioethics at New York University's Grossman School of Medicine, joined CBSN to discuss the ethics behind these decisions.
CDC issues new COVID-19 guidance for the holiday season
The CDC is urging all who are eligible to get vaccinated, saying it's "the best way to minimize COVID-19 risk and keep your family and friends safer."
FDA panel backs Johnson and Johnson booster
An FDA advisory panel has endorsed Johnson and Johnson's booster shot for some 15 million Americans. Mireya Villarreal has the details on the panel's decision. Then, Dr. Taison Bell, an assistant professor of medicine at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with his analysis.
African Americans receiving more vaccinations
More African Americans are getting inoculated against COVID-19. Dr. Oni Blackstock, founder and executive director of Heath Justice joins CBSN to discuss why rates are increasing.
FDA advisers support Moderna booster shots
The FDA's independent advisory panel voted unanimously to endorse Moderna booster shots for people 65 and older, and for those 18 and older with medical conditions or occupations that put them at higher risk. CBS News reporter Max Bayer joins CBSN with details.
FDA considers Moderna, J&J booster shots
An FDA advisory panel is meeting to discuss whether to recommend Moderna and Johnson and Johnson booster shots to help fight COVID-19. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports, and Dr. Kartik Cherabuddi joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Kyrie Irving says refusal to get vaccine is "what's best for me"
Speaking on Instagram Live, Irving said he loved basketball and wasn't going to retire.
Some chiropractors spread vaccine misinformation
An investigation by The Associated Press found some chiropractors in the U.S. are spreading misinformation of vaccines, particularly the COVID-19 shot. They've also reportedly been capitalizing on the anti-vaccine movement. AP correspondent Michelle Smith joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Fauci says U.S. is looking to control COVID
Dr. Anthony Fauci says the nation's goal is to get control of the coronavirus. Cases in the U.S. have been falling in recent weeks, but Meg Oliver shows us that some hospitals are still grappling with an influx of patients. Then, Dr. Carlos Roberto Jaén, a professor of family and community medicine at the University of Texas Health San Antonio, joins CBSN to discuss the day's coronavirus headlines.
Immunologist talks mixing COVID-19 boosters
As the Food and Drug Administration prepares to review COVID-19 booster data from Johnson & Johnson and Moderna this week, other clinical trials are studying the potential of mixing doses of two different vaccines. Immunologist Dr. John Wherry joins CBSN to discuss why this is not yet a good idea.
United CEO weighs in on Texas mandate, employee firings
United Airlines was the first major airline in the United States to announce a vaccine mandate for all its employees this summer.
Louisiana zoo animals are getting COVID vaccine
Gorillas and orangutans at the Audubon Zoo are in the process of getting their first dose.
U.S. to lift land border restrictions for vaccinated travelers
For the first time since March 2020, the U.S. will allow vaccinated travelers to enter the country by land for non-essential activities, like tourism and family visits.
Pace of new COVID vaccinations drops in U.S.
The pace of new coronavirus vaccinations in the U.S. is slowing once again, but so is the rate of infection. Dr. Alison Haddock, an assistant professor at Baylor College of Medicine and an emergency medicine physician, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with her analysis of the nation's fight against the pandemic.
Kyrie Irving will not play or practice with Nets until he's vaccinated
The team's general manager said, "We will not permit any member of our team to participate with part-time availability,"
Families plan for holidays amid COVID concerns
The FDA will soon decide on COVID-19 vaccine access for younger age groups, but many parents remain uncertain about vaccinating kids. This comes as the holiday season approaches and families look to gather. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics, joined CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus news.
U.S. COVID-19 infections continue downward trend
Coronavirus infections in the U.S. are declining from their latest peak but experts warn of a possible rough winter ahead. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has the day's coronavirus headlines. Then Dr. Andrew Bazemore, a family medicine physician and the senior vice president of research and policy at the American Board of Family Medicine, joins CBSN"s Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
Italy's strict COVID-19 vaccine mandate sparks violent protests
All Italians will soon need to show a "Green Pass," proving COVID-19 vaccination, recent recovery or a negative test, to go to work. The leader of a neo-fascist group was among those arrested.
Author on COVID-19 and herd immunity
A new op-ed in the Washington Post says the U.S. could reach herd immunity before the end of the year. John M. Barry, author of "The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History" spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about the piece he wrote and what the future of COVID-19 could look like.
CBS News poll: Will parents get their younger kids vaccinated?
As Americans look toward winter, many would prefer traveling and going out where vaccination requirements are in place.
L.A. County sheriff won't enforce vaccine mandate among employees
"I don't want to be in a position to lose 5%, 10% of my workforce overnight on a vaccine mandate," he said.
Debate over vaccinating kids heats up
The news this week that Pfizer is requesting emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 5 to 11 is sparking debate in some families. Some are ready, while others are apprehensive. Professor of economics and public policy at Brown University, Emily Oster, joined CBSN to discuss both sides of the argument.
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Charlie Kirk shot and killed at Utah event; manhunt for shooter ongoing
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Charlie Kirk, influential voice for young conservatives, killed at 31
Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
Politics, retribution behind FBI purge, agents allege in new lawsuit
A new lawsuit filed by fired FBI agents says the bureau "tried to put the President in jail and he hasn't forgotten it."
Harris: Biden 2024 decision shouldn't have been "left to an individual's ego"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' book, "107 Days," will detail her sprint of a race for the presidency.
2 students wounded in shooting at Colorado high school; suspect dead
Authorities said a male student opened fire with a handgun Wednesday at Evergreen High School, wounding two students, before fatally shooting himself, according to authorities.
House votes to repeal Iraq war authorizations
It's unclear if the repeal will end up in the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act, which still has to get through the Senate.
Mars rover uncovers strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life
NASA's Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life.
Elon Musk is no longer the world's richest person, new ranking says
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison took the title of world's richest person from Elon Musk after stock in the software giant shot up on Wednesday.
Why thousands of people in rural West Virginia lack reliable drinking water
About 250,000 West Virginia residents rely on untreated sources of water, like natural springs or aquifers from coal mines.