FDA grants Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine full approval
Health officials hope the move could help reverse the nationwide slowdown in vaccinations.
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Lawmakers seek update on vaccines for kids
Congressman Ro Khanna is part of a bipartisan group of lawmakers calling on the FDA to release an update on when COVID-19 vaccines may be available for children under 12. Khanna, a Democrat from California, joined CBSN to talk about what they want to know as kids head back to school amid the ongoing pandemic.
Jesse Jackson hospitalized with COVID-19
The civil rights leader Jesse Jackson Sr. and his wife, Jacqueline, are hospitalized in Chicago after testing positive for COVID-19 despite being vaccinated. Their son, Jonathan Jackson, said the couple, both in their late 70s, "are resting comfortably and are responding positively to their treatments."
CBS News poll: Biden's job approval drops
CBS News polling reveals how Americans are reacting to the U.S. troop withdrawal from Afghanistan and the Biden administration's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic as kids head back to school. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joined CBSN to break down the findings.
Pfizer's COVID vaccine gets full FDA approval
The Food and Drug Administration has granted full approval to the COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech, a move that officials hope will help boost vaccination rates and enable more companies, schools and other organizations to require the vaccine. CBS News reporter Alex Tin joins CBSN with more on the decision and the impact it's expected to have.
Delta variant ravages the southern U.S.
The more contagious Delta variant of COVID-19 is ravaging the south. As Manuel Bojorquez reports, hospitalizations are spiking in the southern states. Then, Dr. Taison Bell, a critical care and infectious disease physician and the medical ICU director at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the coronavirus news of the day.
CDC director on booster shots, school safety
With COVID-19 cases surging in many parts of the U.S. and the rollout of booster shots likely imminent, the fight against this disease is clearly not over. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky spoke with Laura Podesta on CBSN about boosters, how to keep students safe as school starts, and what it will ultimately take to end the pandemic.
Lawsuit over NYC's COVID vaccine mandate
New York City now requires customers and employees of restaurants, gyms and other indoor public venues to show proof of vaccination. Mayor Bill de Blasio calls it a necessity as the Delta variant causes a rise in COVID-19 cases. But a group of small businesses is suing the city, claiming they're unfairly targeted and that there should be exemptions. Katie Honan, a reporter at The City, spoke with CBSN's Omar Villafranca about the controversy.
Doctors are relying more on monoclonal antibodies to fight COVID
Monoclonal antibodies are lab-grown proteins that help the body target and eliminate COVID infections.
COVID booster shots coming soon
CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian has the latest on the summer surge in coronavirus cases as the Biden administration prepares to roll out booster shots next month. Then Dr. Adam Brown, an emergency physician and the COVID-19 national task force chair at Envision Healthcare, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest on vaccines and the risk of "breakthrough" infections.
Decision over Johnson & Johnson boosters could take weeks
Both the drug maker and an NIH trial could have results for recipients of the single-shot vaccine soon.
Biden speaks on COVID vaccines, nursing homes
President Biden announced Wednesday that nursing homes must require staff be vaccinated in order to qualify for Medicare and Medicaid funding. He also said the federal government would step in to fund schools if GOP governors cut payments to punish them for mask mandates. Major Garrett anchors CBS News Special Report coverage with senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook.
Study: Vaccines don't lower viral load in Delta breakthrough cases
Oxford research indicates people who catch the Delta variant despite vaccination may pose a significant infection risk, even though they're unlikely to get seriously ill.
Biden recommends booster shots for millions of Americans
The Biden administration has recommended a booster shot for recipients of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. As David Begnaud reports, new data suggests the vaccines may be losing efficacy over time. Then, Dr. Adrian Burrowes, a family medicine physician and the CEO of Physicians Group, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest.
Report finds spike in sale of fake vaccination cards
A new report found the Delta variant is causing a massive increase in the sale of fake COVID-19 vaccination cards. The lowered prices and rise in false advertisements is also making the documents more accessible globally. CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson joined CBSN's Lana Zak to break it all down.
CDC reports decline in vaccine effectiveness, prompting booster decision
The vaccines appear to remain effective against severe illness or hospitalization from COVID-19 for most people.
U.S. health officials recommend COVID-19 vaccine boosters
Federal public health and medical experts said the Biden administration is prepared to begin offering the boosters the week of September 20.
Americans to get COVID vaccine boosters
The federal government is planning to roll out boosters for Americans who got the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines starting the week of September 20. The move raises some ethical concerns since many nations are still far behind on first doses. Arthur Caplan, a bioethics professor at New York University, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
WorldView: UK fears possible inflation
Officials have seized fake COVID-19 vaccines in India and Africa as a second suspected Ebola infection was detected in the Ivory Coast. A court in Uganda threw out a controversial anti-pornography law. And fears are growing in the UK over possible inflation. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins "CBSN AM" with these and other headlines from around the world.
Pope urges people to get COVID-19 vaccine as "an act of love"
Francis was joined by cardinals and archbishops from Brazil, El Salvador, Honduras, Mexico and Peru for the campaign.
U.S. to recommend COVID vaccine boosters after 8 months
Officials expect that a booster will also be needed for the one-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
NYC businesses now checking if customers are vaccinated
Patrons at restaurants, museums and other venues will have to show that they've been inoculated against COVID-19.
Plan on booster shots for COVID vaccines
The Biden administration is expected to recommend that people get booster shots for the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines eight months after their second dose. CBSN's Laura Podesta has more.
U.S. to advise COVID vaccine booster shots
U.S. health officials will soon recommend booster shots for most Americans 8 months after receiving their second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna coronavirus vaccines. CBS News' Michael George reports on the latest, and Dr. William Schaffner, professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and member of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to explain why boosters will be needed.
FEMA preps for peak of hurricane season
This has already been an active hurricane season, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency is busy reinforcing its preparations as we approach the peak. FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins CBSN to discuss those efforts, how the agency is responding to climate change, and the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on hurricane preparations.
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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.
Search for Charlie Kirk's killer continues. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
Charlie Kirk's body flown on Air Force Two to Arizona
Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University Wednesday. His body was flown on Air Force Two to Arizona, where he lived with his family.
Alleged drug boat from Venezuela turning back when hit, sources say
The U.S. military strike killed 11 people who the Trump administration said were Tren de Aragua members. A Venezuelan official denied they were involved in the gang.
Trump admin. asks appeals court to allow firing of Lisa Cook before Fed meeting
The Trump administration wants an appeals court to lift a ruling that blocked President Trump from firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook before an interest rate meeting next week.
Nation holds tributes to mark 24 years since 9/11
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Suspect in Trump assassination attempt forfeits opening statement at trial
Ryan Routh, who is representing himself, was warned by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon to stay on topic.
Lawmakers scale back outdoor events after Charlie Kirk assassination
Members of Congress are curtailing outdoor events and public appearances in the wake of the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.
Map shows West Nile virus cases as officials warn season isn't over
Health officials are warning the West Nile virus season isn't over yet. Here's where the mosquito-borne illness has been spreading.