Rising COVID cases strain Minnesota hospitals
Minnesota is seeing a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations among the unvaccinated. WCCO's Liz Collin has more.
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OSHA suspends enforcement of new employer vaccine rule
The federal agency said it is complying with a court ruling that temporarily halts the regulation for big employers.
WorldView: New COVID-19 variant spreads in UK
A variant of the Delta virus that is more infectious, but is less likely to cause symptoms, now accounts for more than 1 in 10 COVID-19 cases in England, while the head of the Women's Tennis Association casts doubt on an email attributed to missing Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai. Ian Lee reports for CBSN AM from London on these and other stories from around the world.
FDA could approve boosters for all adults
The Food and Drug Administration could authorize the Pfizer booster shot for all adults as early as Thursday. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Amesh Adalja joins CBSN to discuss how expanding booster shot eligibility will effect the country's fight against COVID-19.
COVID-19 cases up in some European countries
Parts of Europe are seeing a wave of COVID-19 infections as colder weather sets in, forcing some countries to implement new social restrictions and partial lockdowns. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports on the current surge for CBSN.
Pfizer booster may get OK for all U.S. adults
The Food and Drug Administration is expected to authorize Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine booster shot for all adults in the U.S. as soon as this week. Pfizer is also seeking emergency-use authorization for its COVID antiviral pill. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Pfizer's COVID pill and booster eligibility
The FDA and CDC could expand eligibility of the Pfizer booster shot as early as this week. The drugmaker is also seeking emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 antiviral pill, Paxlovid. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim reports, and then Dr. William Schaffner, professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the latest progress in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.
Mother goes from QAnon believer to vaccine advocate
With kids now eligible to get the vaccine, some families are struggling to decide whether or not to get their kids vaccinated. Lead national correspondent David Begnaud spoke to one Louisiana family who made the decision to be first in line after a complicated journey to getting the vaccine.
Fugitive couple sentenced to prison over COVID fraud scheme
Richard Ayvazyan and his wife, Marietta Terabelian, remain at large after the FBI says they removed their electronic tracking bracelets in August.
Concern grows over kids with long-haul COVID
The CDC is estimating about 900,000 kids between 5 and 11 have received their first dose of the COVID vaccine. It comes as there is growing concern about the lasting effects some children who contract COVID are facing. Meg Oliver took a look at children facing long-hauler symptoms.
Rural hospitals strained by COVID patients
All American adults could soon be eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot, but in some rural communities many have not yet gotten their first dose. These patients are overwhelming some of the smaller hospitals in Minnesota, where the COVID infection rate is one of the highest in the country. Dr. Ulrika Wigert joined CBSN to talk about the challenges facing health care professionals in rural America.
FDA may authorize Pfizer booster shots for all adults this week
The drugmaker filed for emergency use authorization last week.
U.S. retail sales beat expectations in October
Retail sales had the biggest gain in months in October, but many retailers are struggling to fill holiday job openings amid a labor shortage. Meg Oliver takes a look.
Several states expand booster access to all adults
A growing number of cities and states have begun authorizing COVID-19 booster shots for all adults, even though the federal guidance does not yet recommend it for those who are not elderly or immunocompromised. Nikki Battiste has the latest.
Pfizer seeks authorization for antiviral COVID pill
Pfizer is requesting FDA authorization of its antiviral COVID-19 pill. The company's study found it is nearly 90% effective in cutting hospitalizations and deaths from the virus. Meanwhile, at least 20 states are experiencing upticks in infections. Infectious disease physician at the University of Michigan Dr. Payal Patel joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest pandemic news.
Doctor on vaccinating kids before holidays
Nearly 59% of Americans are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Now the focus is on getting children inoculated, something Dr. Anthony Fauci says is vital if families want to feel good about gathering for the holidays. Dr. Dyan Hes, the founder of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City, joins CBSN to discuss.
COVID outbreak at Connecticut nursing home leaves 8 dead
Those who died from COVID-19 had "serious underlying health issues," facility leaders said.
Pfizer agrees to let others make its experimental COVID-19 pill
The deal with a U.N.-backed group could make the treatment available to more than half of the world's population.
NYC sanitation workers investigated for alleged fake vaccination cards
Employees who faked their vaccination will be suspended without pay, the department said.
Doctor suspended for COVID-19 misinformation, hospital says
Dr. Mary Bowden emailed patients saying she would only treat the unvaccinated, a hospital representative said.
COVID cases on the rise ahead of Thanksgiving
The CDC reports over 1 million children ages 5 to 11 have received the first dose of Pfizer's pediatric vaccine. This comes as several states and New York City begin expanding booster eligibility to all adults. Director of vaccine research at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, Dr. Robert Frenck, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with a look at the day's pandemic news.
A look into the rising cost of Thanksgiving dinner
Prices are rising throughout the country, making 2021's Thanksgiving dinner one of the most expensive holiday meals ever? Norah O'Donnell speaks to a farmer in Maryland about the skyrocketing costs of Thanksgiving feasts.
COVID-19 cases surge in parts of U.S.
COVID-19 infections are on the rise in sections of the U.S., especially in the North and the West. Meanwhile, young children can get the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine. Dr. Mark Kline, physician-in-chief at Children's Hospital New Orleans, joins CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus headlines.
Myanmar releases U.S. journalist Danny Fenster
American journalist Danny Fenster, held since May in a Myanmar jail on multiple charges, was released Monday to his family in the United States, according to former U.S. diplomat Bill Richardson. The Pentagon is defending an air strike on Islamic State fighters in Syria in 2019 which killed dozens of people. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee reports for CBSN AM from London on these and other stories from around the world.
20 states see rise in COVID-19 cases
Coronavirus hospitalizations are on the rise in at least 20 states, and a federal appeals court put a hold on the Biden administration's vaccine mandate requiring employees at big companies to be vaccinated or tested weekly. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta reports for CBSN AM from New York.
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Who's paying for the White House ballroom and what's in it for them
President Trump has so far raised $200 million for a new White House ballroom from some of the nation's biggest companies.
Trump says U.S. military has struck another alleged drug boat, killing 3
President Trump said Friday the U.S. military has carried out another "lethal kinetic strike" on a boat accused of carrying drugs.
Acting U.S. attorney to resign amid concern he could be fired for not prosecuting NY AG
In April, a Trump ally referred New York Attorney General Letitia James for federal criminal prosecution for alleged mortgage fraud.
Ted Cruz criticizes Trump-appointed FCC chair for urging "action" on Jimmy Kimmel
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas sharply criticized FCC Chair Brendan Carr for his comments on Jimmy Kimmel, calling them "dangerous as hell" and likening his move to a mafia shakedown.
Trump administration ending legal status of thousands of Syrians in U.S.
The Trump administration is ending the Temporary Protected Status of thousands of immigrants from Syria living in the U.S.
Trump administration to add $100,000 fee for H-1B visas
The Trump administration is targeting a visa widely used by tech companies and other employers to hire foreign workers.
Man who tried to assassinate Kavanaugh wanted to kill 3 justices, feds say
Prosecutors said Nicholas Roske, who pleaded guilty to trying to assassinate Justice Brett Kavanaugh, aimed to kill three members of the Supreme Court.
4 Army soldiers believed dead in helicopter crash in Washington state
The four servicemembers were assigned to the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), the Army said.
Federal judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against NYT, citing excessive length
A federal judge in Florida has thrown out President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, citing its excessive length, but gave his attorneys a chance to refile.