African Americans receiving more vaccinations
More African Americans are getting inoculated against COVID-19. Dr. Oni Blackstock, founder and executive director of Heath Justice joins CBSN to discuss why rates are increasing.
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Chicago faces vaccine showdown with police union
Chicago police officers are resisting COVID-19 vaccine mandates, potentially leaving their departments under-staffed as crime increases. Charlie De Mar takes a look.
FDA panel recommends J&J booster shot
The FDA advisory panel unanimously voted to recommend the Johnson & Johnson booster shot on Friday. It comes a day after the same panel made the recommendation for a third Moderna shot. President Biden says full FDA and CDC approval for both boosters could come as early as next week. CBS News reporter Max Bayer and John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, join CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the FDA panel's vote.
FDA advisers back Johnson & Johnson COVID booster shots
New CDC data suggests the single-shot vaccine has the highest rate of breakthrough infections.
FDA panel endorses Moderna booster for some
An FDA advisory panel unanimously voted to recommend Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine booster six months after initial vaccination for vulnerable Americans. Those included in the recommendation are people ages 65 and older, adults with underlying health conditions and those with an increased risk of contracting the virus due to their job. Dr. Shad Marvasti, the director of public health, prevention and promotion and an associate professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix, joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
U.S. to reopen borders to vaccinated travelers
Starting next month, the U.S. will lift pandemic-era travel restrictions along its borders with Canada and Mexico for people who are vaccinated. Both borders have been closed to non-essential travel since March 2020. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden announces plan to address supply chain issues
President Biden on Wednesday announced a plan to boost capacity at major ports in California and at companies like Walmart and UPS as supply chain backlogs threaten to worsen rising consumer prices. CBS News congressional reporter Nikole Killion, CBSN political contributor and White House reporter for The Associated Press Zeke Miller, and The Washington Examiner's political and investigative reporter Sarah Westwood join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details.
Unvaccinated workers may not get unemployment
Workers who have been terminated because they are unvaccinated likely won't qualify for unemployment benefits. State labor departments are rejecting applications as more companies shift toward vaccine mandates. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo wrote about this in a recent article. She joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain the qualification process.
FDA advisers support Moderna booster shots
The FDA's independent advisory panel voted unanimously to endorse Moderna booster shots for people 65 and older, and for those 18 and older with medical conditions or occupations that put them at higher risk. CBS News reporter Max Bayer joins CBSN with details.
Coachella is no longer requiring vaccinations for attendees
Popular music festival now says attendees can either gain entry with a negative COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination.
Some schools mandate vaccines for activities
Some school districts are requiring children to get vaccinated in order to participate in extracurricular activities. Politico education reporter Juan Perez Jr. joins CBSN to break down the new rules.
Some chiropractors spread vaccine misinformation
An investigation by The Associated Press found some chiropractors in the U.S. are spreading misinformation of vaccines, particularly the COVID-19 shot. They've also reportedly been capitalizing on the anti-vaccine movement. AP correspondent Michelle Smith joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Texas governor bans COVID vaccine mandates
Texas Governor Greg Abbott threatened to fine companies that enforce COVID-19 vaccine mandates. Nancy Cordes has more on how it contradicts a federal mandate.
Texas governor bans vaccine mandates
Texas' Republican Governor Greg Abbott has signed an executive order banning "any entity" in his state from issuing a coronavirus vaccine mandate. Last month, President Biden announced that all companies with 100 employees or more will need to require vaccination or weekly COVID testing. On Tuesday, Mr. Biden is attending a virtual meeting with G20 leaders on the situation in Afghanistan. CBS News political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Families plan for holidays amid COVID concerns
The FDA will soon decide on COVID-19 vaccine access for younger age groups, but many parents remain uncertain about vaccinating kids. This comes as the holiday season approaches and families look to gather. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics, joined CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus news.
Italy's strict COVID-19 vaccine mandate sparks violent protests
All Italians will soon need to show a "Green Pass," proving COVID-19 vaccination, recent recovery or a negative test, to go to work. The leader of a neo-fascist group was among those arrested.
Merck seeks FDA authorization for COVID pill
Drugmaker Merck is asking the FDA for an emergency use authorization for an oral pill to treat COVID-19. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Merck seeks FDA authorization for COVID pill
Merck has asked the FDA for emergency authorization for what would be the first pill to treat COVID-19. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports on the latest. Then Dr. Eric Cioe-Pena, director of global health at Northwell Health, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss that plus the timeline on vaccines for kids.
Protests against "Green Pass" turn violent in Rome
Police and demonstrators clashed in Rome over an imminent requirement for workers in Italy to have a "Green Pass" certificate to prove that they have been either vaccinated, tested negative or recovered from COVID-19. Chris Livesay has more.
Parents unsure about COVID vaccine for kids
CBS News polling reveals many parents of young children aren't sure whether they'll get their kids vaccinated against COVID-19. Meanwhile, Merck has applied for FDA authorization for a pill that could help treat infected adults. Dr. Thomas Talbot, chief hospital epidemiologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, joined CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus news.
Face The Nation: Scott Gottlieb, Chris Krebs and Katie Hill
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on child vaccination, election security and political violence.
Open: This is "Face the Nation," October 10
Today on “Face the Nation,” the challenges facing America continue to grow..as Washington's window of opportunity to make bold changes continues to shrink
CBS News poll: Will parents get their younger kids vaccinated?
As Americans look toward winter, many would prefer traveling and going out where vaccination requirements are in place.
Transcript: Dr. Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb on Sunday, October 10, 2021.
Allen West, running for governor of Texas, diagnosed with COVID-19
According to his Twitter account, Allen West did not get vaccinated against the virus, but his wife did.
How Charlie Kirk's assassination portends a national crisis
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.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing is not cooperating with authorities, gov 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.
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.
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."
Ukrainian drones target one of Russia's top oil refineries
The strike on the Kirishi refinery, in Russia's northwestern Leningrad region, follows weeks of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure that Kyiv says fuels Moscow's war effort.
White House requests $58 million to increase security for executive, judicial branches
A White House official confirmed the extra funds would be directed to the U.S. Marshals Service and would also include enhanced protection for Supreme Court justices.
California legislature votes to phase out "forever chemicals" in cookware
California lawmakers voted to phase out a group of chemicals known as PFAS, which are often called "forever chemicals," in cookware.
Venezuela accuses U.S. of seizing fishing boat in Caribbean amid standoff
Venezuela's foreign ministry said nine fishermen were "illegally and hostilely" detained on Friday by the USS Jason Dunham.
Ex-world boxing champion Ricky Hatton found dead at age 46
Ricky Hatton shared the ring with the best boxers of his generation, including Kostya Tszyu, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.