Latino community in Texas hit hard by virus outbreak
The Latino community in Texas is being hit the hardest and account for nearly 29% of coronavirus deaths in the state. Mireya Villarreal reports.
COVID-19
California, Florida and Texas see record new virus deaths
America's three biggest states, California, Florida and Texas, are all reporting their largest single-day death toll since the pandemic began. David Begnaud reports.
Trump: CDC school guidelines "impractical"
CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post politics reporter Eugene Scott join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the White House response to the coronavirus pandemic, plans for the Republican National Convention, and Joe Biden's presidential campaign.
Boy plays trumpet for front-line workers
While most 12-year-old boys watch TV or play video games at night, there's a kid in Georgia who never misses a performance for his heroes. Mark Strassmann shares his story.
CEO apologizes for racial rant caught on video
Since the COVID-19 crisis began, many Asian Americans have been targeted by racial slurs and even violent assaults across the country. One family caught one incident on camera. Jeff Pegues reports.
California sees record amount of new coronavirus cases
The rising number of coronavirus cases is taking a toll on hospitals across the country. Arizona is down to the lowest number of available ICU beds since the crisis began, and medical workers in California are sounding the alarm about a shortage of personal protective equipment. Carter Evans reports.
Texas hospital overwhelmed by coronavirus patients
Texas reported nearly 10,000 new coronavirus cases Wednesday as medical workers are struggling to treat all of their COVID-19 patients. Mireya Villarreal takes a look.
Trump contradicts health experts amid push to reopen schools
President Trump is criticizing CDC guidelines on reopening schools despite the rise of coronavirus infections across the U.S. Now the president is pushing governors to reopen schools this fall and threatening to defund those that don't open. Ben Tracy reports.
Hospitalizations and coronavirus deaths spike in U.S. hot spots
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the U.S. crossed 3 million on Wednesday as a surge of new infections and hospitalizations continued across the nation. David Begnaud has the latest.
Hospitalizations rising in 22 states as COVID-19 cases surge
Intensive care units in more than 50 hospitals across Florida have reached capacity, as public schools will begin reopening next month. Other states are also seeing a spike in infections. David Begnaud has the latest.
Students host bingo games to honor 2020 graduates
The pandemic has taken graduation ceremonies away from students all over the country. For many, celebrations haven't been what they expected. But some alums at historically Black colleges or universities did get to celebrate, in a very special way. Mark Strassmann reports.
Novavax gets $1.6 billion to develop 100 million vaccine doses
The U.S. government will pay Novavax $1.6 billion to develop a coronavirus vaccine as part of its Operation Warp Speed program. The goal is to produce 100 million doses by early 2021, but the vaccine is still undergoing trials and there's no guarantee it will work. Dr. Jon LaPook has the details in our "Racing to a Cure" series.
COVID-19 testing sites overwhelmed on the West Coast
The rise in coronavirus cases is taking a toll across the West Coast with long waits for testing and hospitals running critically low on personal protective equipment and hospital beds. Jamie Yuccas takes a look.
Texas coronavirus cases surpass 200,000
Texas surpassed 200,000 coronavirus cases on Monday, marking a surge that has forced some hospitals across the state to prepare for hitting capacity. Janet Shamlian spoke to a nurse who contracted the disease and to Harris County's top elected official, who says she's begging Governor Greg Abbott for the authority to issue a mandatory stay-at-home order.
Woman gives birth to triplets after testing positive for COVID-19
A new mom in Texas is sharing the story of her remarkable birth of triplets following her positive COVID-19 diagnosis. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
7/6: Red and Blue
White House defending Pres. Trump's comments on COVID19; Congress takes recess as states wait for relief.
Broadway star Nick Cordero dies from coronavirus
Broadway actor Nick Cordero has died at the age of 41 after a monthslong battle with the coronavirus. Cordero was on a ventilator and had his leg amputated while he was hospitalized. Meg Oliver reports.
Social distancing rules defied as UK pubs reopen
After months of lockdown, countries across the pond are slowly lifting coronavirus restrictions. People in the U.K. are celebrating their newfound freedom with ale, and museums in Paris opened their doors to the public. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Scientists warn of COVID-19 airborne transmission
A group of scientists have sounded the alarm, telling the World Health Organization that there is increasing evidence the coronavirus can stay in the air longer and be more harmful indoors than previously thought. Dr. Jon LaPook takes a look.
New COVID-19 cases rising in 40 states
Florida reported more than 200,000 coronavirus cases within two weeks as the average age of new infections in the Sunshine State has dropped to 21. David Begnaud has the latest.
Houston mayor warns hospitals could be overwhelmed
Hospitals in Houston are running low on ICU beds as the projected COVID-19 peak is still weeks away. Texas recorded 3,449 new coronavirus cases Monday. Janet Shamlian reports.
Trump claims great progress against COVID-19
President Trump took to the podium of the South Lawn of the White House on Saturday and in his second speech of the weekend, he claimed great progress in the fight against the coronavirus. Nikole Killion reports from the White House.
COVID-19 cases spike 41% in 3 weeks
Los Angeles county beaches are closed again this weekend as coronavirus infections continue to rise at an alarming rate. New cases are skyrocketing, shooting up 41% in three weeks. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Putting on a fireworks show amid coronavirus
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, fears that fireworks displays will attract thousands of spectators has caused cities across the U.S. to cancel Independence Day celebrations. One pyrotechnic company, often called “the first family of fireworks,” shares their concerns while prepping for a show the president is expected to attend.
New normal of flying in the U.S.
On a normal July 4 holiday weekend, there would be full planes and jammed roads, but not this year. So what does flying look like during the coronavirus pandemic? CBS transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave finds out.
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ICE threatens lawsuits if Democratic states don't hold migrants
The Department of Homeland Security is escalating its clash with so-called sanctuary states, warning multiple states they could face legal action, CBS News has learned.
Pentagon to impose new limits on media, documents show
The Pentagon's new guidelines were sent to reporters on Friday.
Newsom signs bill barring on-duty federal officers from wearing masks in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom also signed bills enhancing protections for children at schools, hospitals.
Vermont drought is hitting dairy farmers hard as they turn to costly measures
An ongoing drought in Vermont is depleting feed crops, causing problems for dairy farmers who have been pushed to adapt and take costly measures to care for their cattle.
Armed man arrested outside site of Charlie Kirk memorial in Arizona
The man told Secret Service agents he was a member of law enforcement.
Cyberattack disrupts systems, causes delays at major European airports
A cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems has disrupted air traffic at several major European airports.
Charlie Kirk memorial service to honor the conservative activist Sunday
A memorial service for conservative activist Charlie Kirk is set to feature President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Erika Kirk and others on Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Arizona.
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.
Sonny Curtis, who wrote "Mary Tyler Moore Show" theme, dies at 88
Sonny Curtis died Friday, his wife of more than a half-century, Louise Curtis, confirmed to The Associated Press.