Fauci derides Rand Paul in Senate hearing as COVID cases rise
The hearing centered on the government's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Chinese COVID lockdown leaves woman stuck in blind date's house
The woman, whose videos have gone viral in China, says she went for dinner at a man's house in Zhengzhou but found herself unable to leave due to the country's strict counter-COVID measures.
U.S. sets new record for COVID hospitalizations
More than 145,000 people are currently hospitalized with COVID-19, according to data from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The record-setting figure surpasses a previous peak from January 2021. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has the latest from Chicago. Then, Dr. Adam Brown, an emergency physician and the COVID-19 task force chair at Envision Healthcare, joins CBSN to discuss the Omicron variant's impact.
Classes move outdoors to prevent COVID spread
Some schools have moved classes outdoors to prevent the spread of COVID-19 as others move to remote learning as cases surge. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Dr. Fauci lashes out at Senator Rand Paul
In a heated exchange at a Senate hearing on COVID-19, Dr. Anthony Fauci pushed back after Republican Senator Rand Paul accused him of trying to "take down" scientists who disagree with him. Fauci said he's been getting death threats and accused Paul of using the pandemic for political gain. More from CBSN's Elaine Quijano.
Law enforcement COVID deaths up 65% in 2021
Last year was the deadliest year on record for police in the U.S., according to a new report. COVID-19 was the leading cause of death. Jeff Pegues reports.
U.S. breaks COVID hospitalization record
COVID-19 hospitalizations in the U.S. surpassed 145,000, setting a record, and pediatric hospitalizations are at their highest level of the pandemic. CBS News' Michael George reports on the latest. Then John Moore, PhD, professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, joins CBSN to discuss questions about the CDC's guidance and at-home testing.
Fauci fires back at Rand Paul during exchange
Dr. Anthony Fauci got into a heated exchange with Senator Rand Paul, accusing him of raising political donations off personal attacks against him. Fauci said it has put his life in danger. Elise Preston has more.
Schools reopen amid Omicron surge
Officials are pushing for schools to stay open for in-person learning amid a surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. CBS News' Elise Preston reports from Chicago, then Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on COVID-19 and hospitalizations.
New York governor says state "might be cresting" Omicron peak
"Cases are slowing down. The rate of increase is slowing down. But they are still high. We are not at the end," the governor said.
Pfizer: Vaccine targeting Omicron will be ready in March
Drugmaker expects to be able to develop new variant-specific vaccines in roughly 100 days as COVID-19 mutates.
Chicago deal to resume in-person class includes more testing, KN95 masks
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than 580,000 children tested positive for the virus last week.
65,630 Los Angeles students and staff test positive for COVID
All students and employees of the district now must undergo weekly COVID testing, and will not be allowed on campuses if they test positive.
Can't find a COVID-19 test? Try these tracking apps
HotStock, ZooLert and NowInStock.net, typically used to hunt down popular game systems, are now tracking COVID-19 tests.
Could common colds hold the key to variant-proof COVID vaccines?
T-cells generated as part of the body's natural immune response to the common cold may help protect against serious illness from COVID-19.
COVID home tests: Americans to be reimbursed starting Saturday
But tests purchased before January 15 are not eligible for reimbursement.
WHO says half of Europe likely to catch Omicron within 2 months
As the highly contagious variant steamrolls across the continent, the WHO's regional director stressed that the vaccines do protect against severe illness.
China locks down another city as Omicron spreads ahead of Olympics
At least 3 cities are totally locked down, with residents ordered to stay at home as China clambers to stick to its zero-COVID strategy.
COVID hospitalizations rise as Omicron spreads
Omicron's rapid spread is fueling a wave of new COVID-19 hospitalizations in the United States. More children are also being admitted to hospitals, according to CDC data. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian reports from Houston. Then Dr. Jeremy Faust, emergency physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital at Harvard Medical School, joins CBSN's Lilia Luciano to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
COVID hospitalizations rise as pediatric cases surge
Pediatric hospitalizations are on the rise and hospitals are facing critical staffing shortages. Janet Shamlian shares more.
Doctor on pediatric COVID-19 cases
The CDC reports an average of more than 800 children per day being hospitalized with COVID-19 last week. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian reports on how hospitals in Houston are coping with the surge in cases. Then Dr. Neeta Ogden, an internal medicine specialist and immunologist, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
Djokovic could still lose visa despite legal victory
Novak Djokovic, the world's top tennis player, is out of detention in Australia after a COVID-19 vaccine dispute and vowing to play in the Australian Open next week. But the government is warning that he could still be deported. Roxana Saberi has the latest.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez tests positive for COVID-19
"She is experiencing symptoms and recovering at home," her office said in a statement on Sunday.
Omicron cases rise in U.S.
The Omicron variant is driving up COVID-19 cases in the U.S. Federal protocols for businesses with more than 100 employees began Monday, but the Supreme Court is examining some provisions. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim reports and Dr. Mark Kline, chief physician at New Orleans Children's Hospital, joins CBSN with more.
Worldwide COVID cases rise 71% in one week
The Omicron variant is causing spikes in COVID-19 cases throughout the world. Some European hospitals are at capacity as the virus threatens to derail the upcoming Beijing Olympics. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
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Senate reaches deal to end government shutdown, source says
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said earlier Sunday that "we plan to vote today."
With costs high and prices low, family farms are at risk
Generations have worked family farms in the U.S. Now, with costs high, prices low and tariffs causing additional difficulties, farmers say they're at risk of losing it all.
USDA says states must "immediately undo any steps" to send full SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, in a late-night Saturday memo, also threatened to impose financial penalties on states that did not comply with the government's new orders.
Virginia Gov.-elect Spanberger warns state heading toward "energy crisis"
With the world's highest concentration of AI data centers, Virginia faces energy costs that Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger aims to lower during her term.
More than 2,000 flights canceled on Sunday as Duffy warns of further reduction
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.
What's at stake when federal research funding to universities is cut
Federal research funds are at risk as the White House pushes policy changes at universities. Researchers warn the cuts put breakthroughs in medicine, technology and national defense at risk.
MLB's Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz charged with taking bribes to rig pitches for bettors
Federal agents said they arrested Luis Leandro Ortiz Ribera in Boston Sunday and also revealed the indictment against Emmanuel Clase de la Cruz.
BBC's director and head of news resign amid Trump speech edit controversy
Britain's public broadcaster has been criticized for editing a speech President Trump made on Jan. 6, 2021, before protesters attacked the Capitol in Washington.
Moore says "we're not going to sit on our hands" on redistricting
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, announced last week the creation of a commission to look at mid-decade redistricting.