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.
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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.
Pfizer asks FDA to allow COVID shots for kids ages 5 to 11
If regulators agree, shots could begin within a matter of weeks.
Pfizer seeks FDA authorization of vaccine for younger children
Pfizer is looking for Food and Drug Administration authorization of its coronavirus vaccine for children ages 5 to 11. Dr. Jodie Guest, vice chair of the epidemiology department at Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University, joins Tanya Rivero on CBSN to talk about the latest on the United States' vaccination effort.
Pfizer asks for shot approval for children
Pfizer is asking the FDA to give emergency authorization to distribute its shot to children ages 5 to 11. Dr. Bob Lahita, director of autoimmune diseases and rheumatic health at St. Joseph's Health, joins CBSN to discuss this and the latest on the coronavirus.
Unvaccinated nursing students risk careers
Some nursing students opposed to receiving a COVID-19 vaccine are now putting their careers at risk amid vaccine mandates imposed on health care workers. Michelle Andrews, a contributing writer for Kaiser Health News, joins CBSN with more on how college nursing programs are handling the uncertainty.
Los Angeles to require COVID vaccine to enter restaurants, shopping centers
Mayor Eric Garcetti has indicated that he will sign the ordinance.
Man killed pharmacist brother over COVID vaccine shots: authorities
Court documents show Jeffrey Burnham "wanted to confront" his brother "with the government poisoning people with COVID vaccines." He's also charged in two other deaths.
Charlize Theron takes on new role of fighting vaccine hesitancy
Just 14% of South Africa's population of 60 million is fully vaccinated.
Sweden halts use of Moderna's COVID vaccine in under 30s
National health agency says "very minor" risk of certain side effects appears linked to 2nd dose of the vaccine, and was more prevalent among young men and boys.
J&J seeks FDA approval of COVID booster shot
Johnson & Johnson has filed for emergency use authorization of its coronavirus booster shot. Meg Oliver explains the data behind the request. Then, Dr. Richard Besser, a pediatrician and the president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
Doctor talks COVID-19 surges and immunity
Dr. Ron Elfenbein, the medical director and owner of FirstCall Medical Center, joins CBSN to discuss the possibility of COVID-19 surges, vaccinations and the need for more data on natural immunity against COVID-19.
U.S. COVID death toll hits 700,000
It took less than four months for the U.S. to go from 600,000 to 700,000 deaths.
CDC: Pregnant women should get vaccinated
Federal health officials are appealing to pregnant women to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and they're trying to make the case that the benefits of the vaccine outweigh the known or potential risks. As Mireya Villarreal reports, the resistance to get vaccinated has brought heartache to some families.
Government shutdown temporarily avoided
President Biden signed legislation to temporarily avoid a government shutdown. The U.S. government is now funded through December 3. This comes as the Democrats remain divided over the $1 trillion infrastructure bill. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom implemented a first-of-its-kind vaccine mandate for students. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and moderator of "Face the Nation" Margaret Brennan joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss this week's episode.
Federal food aid will not go out starting Nov. 1, USDA website alert says
The USDA notice comes after the Trump administration said it would not tap roughly $5 billion in contingency funds to keep benefits through SNAP.
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Newsom says he will consider White House run after 2026 elections
In an exclusive interview, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he will consider a presidential campaign after the 2026 midterm elections.
Graham says land strikes in Venezuela are a "real possibility"
The U.S. has carried out several air strikes on Venezuelan vessels that the Trump administration has accused of carrying drugs and cartel members.
Arrests made in crown jewelry heist at Paris' Louvre museum, prosecutor says
Thieves took less than eight minutes to steal jewels valued at $102 million last Sunday morning from Paris' famous Louvre museum.
Hurricane Melissa strengthens into a powerful Category 4 storm
Melissa strengthened into a major hurricane and is expected to bring "catastrophic" flash flooding and landslides to Jamaica, Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
TikTok deal to be finalized Thursday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the TikTok deal announced last month is set to be finalized on Thursday when President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
U.S. warship docks in Trinidad and Tobago amid tensions with Venezuela
In an interview aired Sunday on CBS News' "Face the Nation," Sen. Lindsey Graham said land strikes in Venezuela are a "real possibility" amid rising tensions.
Hamas expands search for remaining hostages' bodies as Egypt joins effort
Under the fragile U.S.-brokered ceasefire, reached on Oct. 10, Hamas is expected to return all of the remains of Israeli hostages as soon as possible.
Nick Mangold, New York Jets legend, dies at 41, team announces
Two weeks ago, Mangold revealed he was looking for a kidney donor.