National Guard to fill in for teachers
New Mexico has called on the National Guard to fill in for teachers as schools struggle with staffing shortages due to COVID-19. Kris Van Cleave takes a look.
COVID-19
CDC says vaccines are safe for pregnant women
A new study by the Obstetrics and Gynecology Journal show the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines do not affect fertility. The CDC has also released a number of studies showing the vaccine is safe for pregnant women. Dr. Tsion Firew, an emergency medicine doctor and assistant professor of emergency medicine at Columbia University, joins CBS News to discuss why she chose to get vaccinated while pregnant, and the science that supports that decision.
Surgeon General on next steps against COVID
U.S. health care workers are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 starting today under a federal mandate. This comes at a time when the country is experiencing the highest COVID-19 death rate in nearly a year. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Nikki Battiste to discuss where the U.S. stands in combatting the virus, what we know about a new variant, and the importance of mental health.
Spotify takes down Neil Young's music
Spotify has removed Neil Young's music at his request after he called out the platform for allowing Joe Rogan's podcast to spread misinformation about COVID-19. CBS News' Tanya Rivero has more.
Surgeon General on how U.S. can "get to a better place" with COVID
"While we are heading in the right direction, we are not where we want to be," Dr. Vivek Murthy told CBS News
Many stores expect to offer free N95 masks this week
For most Americans, getting their hands on the higher quality masks will require some patience.
WorldView: Missiles intercepted over Abu Dhabi
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's battle to avoid extradition to the U.S. will go to Britain's Supreme Court after he was granted the right to appeal a lower court ruling. And the United Arab Emirates intercepted two ballistic missiles targeting Abu Dhabi. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins "CBS News Mornings" from London with those stories and other international news.
New Mexico governor, troops volunteer to teach amid COVID surge
At least 80 members of the National Guard have volunteered to be substitute teachers after regular teachers have been sidelined due to COVID.
Where to buy face masks online after CDC updates COVID Omicron variant guidelines
From cloth masks with filters to N95 face masks, these options from Amazon, Nordstrom and more are available now
Woman is vaccinated, and "grateful," after ICU stay in pregnancy
"I would sit and count my breaths because I didn't know if I would survive the night," she said.
Scientists keep an eye on "stealth" Omicron variant BA.2
This version of the coronavirus, which scientists call BA.2, has been found in at least 40 countries, including the U.S.
Study: Serious risks for unvaccinated pregnant women
A new study shows not being vaccinated against COVID can result in dire outcomes for pregnant women and their babies. Nikki Battiste reports.
Whistleblower complaint on COVID in ICE facilities
Two medical advisers for the Department of Homeland Security are urging the U.S. government to expand its COVID-19 vaccination and mitigation efforts in immigration detention centers across the country. The call to action was disclosed in a whistleblower complaint exclusively obtained by CBS News. According to government statistics, COVID cases in ICE detention centers have surged by more than 800% since the start of the year. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
At-home COVID test kits: What you need to know as the Omicron variant continues to spread
Stocking up on at-home COVID tests -- or trying to? Check out our guide on where and what to buy
Students protest for COVID safety amid Omicron
Scientists are tracking an offshoot of the Omicron variant known as BA.2 as Pfizer works on developing an Omicron-specific vaccine. Meanwhile, some students in Washington, D.C. staged a walkout to demand stronger COVID protections. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more.
Elton John postpones several shows after testing positive for COVID-19
He added that he's fully vaccinated and boosted and expects to be back on stage this weekend.
COVID-free Tonga cautiously receives aid from ship with virus outbreak
Strict measures to ensure the coronavirus isn't brought into the volcano and tsunami-battered island nation with aid shipments are slowing relief efforts.
What are the differences between N95, KN95, surgical and cloth masks?
As the Omicron surge continues, our explainer is here to help you sort through the latest mask news.
2022 Grammy Awards to be held in Las Vegas
Harvey Mason Jr., the CEO of the Recording Academy, joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Jericka Duncan to discuss plans for the 2022 Grammy Awards in Las Vegas this April, including dealing with a postponement and some of the changes that are expected this year.
Oklahoma City hospital nears breaking point
Every single ICU bed at four of Oklahoma's largest hospitals is full as COVID-19 cases increase in the state. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Pfizer starting study of vaccine geared toward Omicron variant
The new U.S. study is enrolling up to 1,420 healthy adults, ages 18 to 55, to test the updated Omicron-based shots for use as a booster or for primary vaccinations
Pfizer targets Omicron variant
Pfizer and BioNTech are working on a trial to test a modified COVID-19 vaccine aimed at targeting the Omicron variant. Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joined CBS News to discuss the latest on the pandemic, including why the FDA has halted use of two monoclonal antibody treatments that don't work well against Omicron.
Hospital refusing heart transplant for man who won't get vaccinated
Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston says its policy won't allow DJ Ferguson to have the surgery since not being vaccinated seriously hurts its chances for success and his long-term outlook.
Johnson under fire for parties during lockdown
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other politicians are now at the center of a police investigation into parties held at Downing Street while the rest of the country was under strict COVID lockdowns. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the latest fallout.
Travel experts give advice for planning trips
The travel industry is encouraging people to book their next getaways right now. Roger Dow, president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, and Samantha Brown, a travel television host, joined CBS News to discuss making plans amid the pandemic.
Senate reconvening Sunday after rare Saturday session aimed at ending shutdown
Senators convened for a rare Saturday session aimed at ending the government shutdown, with no signs of an imminent breakthrough. They will meet again Sunday.
More than 1,000 flights canceled today largely due to cuts tied to shutdown
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights ahead of this weekend as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
FAA grounds MD-11 planes after deadly Kentucky crash
The Federal Aviation Administration on Saturday ordered MD-11 and MD-11F aircrafts to be grounded as authorities investigate the deadly UPS plane crash in Kentucky.
Trump admin. asks judge to allow U.S. to deport Abrego Garcia to Liberia
Kilmar Abrego Garcia's lawyers argued an interview conducted by a U.S. asylum officer last month did not amount to sufficient due process.
Supreme Court allows Trump admin. to temporarily pause full SNAP payments
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on Friday froze, for now, a lower court order that required the Trump administration to swiftly provide full SNAP benefits to roughly 42 million Americans.
White House says Commanders naming new stadium after Trump would be "beautiful"
Under a deal between the Commanders and D.C., the team will return to the nation's capital in a new stadium expected to cost nearly $4 billion.
4 dead, 13 injured after police chase suspect crashes into Florida LGBTQ bar
More than a dozen people were standing outside Bradley's, a popular LGBTQ bar, when the car crashed into them after a police chase.
Syrian president arrives in U.S. for meeting with Trump
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, whose rebel forces ousted longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad late last year, is due to meet President Trump at the White House on Monday.
Shots fired at Border Patrol agents in Chicago, DHS says
A driver fired shots at Customs and Border Patrol agents in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood on Saturday, according to the Department of Homeland Security.