First COVID vaccine given in New York: "Weapon that will end the war"
Cuomo said "hope is on the way" as the first doses of the vaccine are delivered to frontline health care workers.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Coronavirus vaccinations begin in the U.S.
Science writer and New York Times columnist Carl Zimmer joined "Red and Blue" to break down how the Pfizer vaccine works and what hurdles might come up in the vaccine rollout.
U.S. administers first doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
A critical care nurse in New York received the first approved COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer and vaccinations are now taking place in hospitals and clinics across the country.
Trump: Top White House personnel won't be among first vaccinated
President scraps administration order saying they should get the shots along with frontline health workers and people in nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Azar says all nursing home residents could be vaccinated by Christmas
The first shipments of a coronavirus vaccine developed by Pfizer and German partner BioNTech are now making their way to states.
Transcript: Robert Garrett on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Robert Garrett, Hackensack Meridian Health CEO, that aired Sunday, December 13, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Alex Azar on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar that aired Sunday, December 13, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
FDA chief seeks to reassure Americans about COVID vaccine, says he will take it
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use.
FDA authorizes Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use
The first doses of the vaccine will be delivered in less than 24 hours, President Trump said Friday.
Feds to buy additional 100 million doses of Moderna vaccine
Government promises that the vaccine, which still needs FDA approval, will be free to patients.
FDA says it will work "rapidly" to approve Pfizer vaccine
Mark Meadows called FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn Friday and told him to approve the Pfizer vaccine or consider resigning, according to a senior administration official.
COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan in motion
While the U.S. waits for the Food and Drug Administration's decision to give Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine emergency-use authorization, the wheels are already turning to roll out the vaccine almost immediately. The Pfizer plant in western Michigan said it's ready to ship 6.4 million doses within 24 hours of approval. Tanya Rivero spoke with CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave about the steps being taken.
Could people still be infectious after they're vaccinated for COVID-19?
Clinical trials did not test whether a person could still spread the virus to others after receiving the vaccine.
Biden's COVID team prepares for transition
President-elect Joe Biden and his transition team will be taking responsibility for the nation's coronavirus response and the rollout of vaccines in the midst of an unprecedented health crisis. Dr. Celine Gounder, an NYU epidemiologist and member of Mr. Biden's coronavirus advisory board, joins "CBSN AM" to discuss how the team is preparing.
Airlines, investment firms and Uber urge me-first in vaccination
CEOs and industry groups have sent hundreds of letters to the CDC seeking "essential" workers status to access vaccines.
GSK, Sanofi COVID vaccine effort: Late 2021, companies say
GlaxoSmithKline and Sanofi said they are seeking to improve the shot's effectiveness in older people.
U.S. Marshals will protect COVID-19 vaccine during rollout
The news comes as the Food and Drug Administration is expected to approve Pfizer's vaccine for emergency authorization.
FDA panel recommends approval of Pfizer vaccine
An FDA advisory panel has voted to recommend emergency use of Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine. Pending FDA approval, the first 2.9 million doses could be shipped out this week. This comes as the U.S. recorded its highest single day death toll Wednesday, with more losses than the country saw on 9/11. Dr. Teresa Amato is the Chair of Emergency Medicine at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills. She joined CBSN with more on how the vaccine works and how to contain the spread.
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.
FDA reviewing Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine
A key Food and Drug Administration panel of experts is expected to vote on whether they believe Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine is safe for emergency use in the U.S. The meeting comes a day after the country recorded its single deadliest day since the pandemic began. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry about the approval process for the vaccine.
Expert: U.S. starting to see holiday surge
Wednesday was the deadliest day for the U.S. since the coronavirus pandemic began. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, about the state of the pandemic.
N.Y. official on CDC request for personal data
New York state pushed back against a request from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to collect data from residents who receive a coronavirus vaccine. The federal agency asked all 50 states to sign an agreement that allows them to obtain personal information from vaccinated people, including names and birthdays. Leaders like New York Governor Andrew Cuomo believe the Trump administration would use the information to deport undocumented immigrants, which the agency denies. New York Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
FDA advisory panel to meet on Pfizer vaccine
An FDA advisory panel is expected to meet today to discuss whether to recommend emergency use authorization of the Pfizer coronavirusvaccine. Both Canada and the U.K. have already approved it. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins "CBSN AM" with more.
Answers to questions about the COVID-19 vaccine
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook answers viewers' questions about the coronavirus vaccine.
Will I have to wear a mask once I get the COVID vaccine?
A doctor explains why wearing masks will still be necessary for a while even after vaccines arrive.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing is not cooperating with authorities, governor says
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Historian on political violence and the threat to American democracy
The murder of Charlie Kirk last week follows a litany of violent acts against political targets. Historian Jon Meacham talks about the existential questions now facing America.
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2 arrested after incendiary device placed under news vehicle in Salt Lake City
The device had been lit but "failed to function as designed," a Unified Fire Authority Investigations officer wrote in affidavits of probable cause.
National civil rights museum Trump can't control is expanding
Unlike the Smithsonian, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights is privately funded, putting it beyond the immediate reach of Trump administration efforts to control what Americans learn about their history.
Texas Republican Rep. Michael McCaul announces he won't seek reelection
Rep. Michael McCaul, a foreign policy leader who had strongly supported Ukraine, warned Sunday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "testing the resolve of NATO."
Colorado school shooter had account on "violent gore" site, ADL says
Desmond Holly and several school shooters in the past year were active on the same website, the ADL says.
Fox News host apologizes for remarks about mentally ill homeless people
Brian Kilmeade made the comment while talking about the stabbing murder of Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Sen. Chris Coons: The internet "is driving extremism in our country"
In a joint segment with Republican Sen. James Lankford, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said amid efforts to foster bipartisan discourse, the internet "is driving extremism in our country."