Springfield mayor says COVID misinformation hurts society
The Delta variant is currently surging in Missouri, and community leaders are pushing for vaccinations. Springfield, Missouri, Mayor Ken McClure discusses the skyrocketing spike in cases.
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Low vaccination rates to blame for COVID-19 spikes across the U.S.
CBS News senior correspondent Mark Strassmann is in Texas, one of the 20 bottom ranked states for its vaccination rate.
COVID-19 cases rising among the unvaccinated
Coronavirus infections in the U.S. are rising once again after weeks of steady decline. The spike has been attributed to the emergence of the Delta variant and lagging vaccinations in states like Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri and Nevada. Christina Ruffini has more.
U.K. counts down to "Freedom Day"
The countdown to "Freedom Day" is underway in the U.K. On Monday, all coronavirus-related restrictions will be lifted. In this weekend's edition of "London Calling," CBS News contributor Simon Bates tells us why some Britons aren't excited about the new "freedoms."
COVID-19 cases rise in U.S.
For the first time since January, COVID-19 infections are up in all states. Los Angeles County is now reinstating its indoor mask mandate. New cases over the past week surged 69%. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says unvaccinated Americans are driving the numbers, accounting for nearly all deaths and almost all of the hospitalizations. Michael George has the latest.
Biden says social media platforms are "killing people"
President Biden accused Facebook and other social media companies of "killing people" by allowing the spread of COVID-19 misinformation online. Lilia Luciano reports.
U.S. to send 3.5 million Moderna COVID-19 vaccine doses to Argentina
Argentina has surpassed more than 100,000 COVID-19 deaths since the pandemic started.
Schools combat slowing youth vaccination rate
The newest numbers show that only 315,000 kids got the first dose of their COVID-19 vaccine this past week, down from a peak of 1.6 million at the end of May. Now schools around the country are beginning to offer their students vaccines to counteract this downward trend. Adriana Diaz reports.
Canada likley to reopen border to vaccinated Americans in August
With COVD cases dropping and vaccination efforts steaming ahead, PM Justin Trudeau says non-essential travel from U.S. likely to resume in mid-August.
Businesses help encourage vaccination in new COVID hotspots
One salon owner who is urging vaccination wants to help clients "make a decision by the time they walk out the door."
Doctor on reaching unvaccinated Americans
As the Delta variant spreads in the U.S., CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on the rise in COVID-19 cases, particularly among younger people. Then Dr. Leo Nissola, an immunotherapy scientist and adviser to "Covid Act Now," joined CBSN to discuss the latest on COVID-19 and strategies experts say are needed to reach those who are still unvaccinated.
U.S. COVID cases rise 83% in two weeks
Tennessee is stopping all vaccine outreach to those 14 and older, despite children and teens making up 15% of the state's COVID-19 cases and an uptick in almost every state. Jericka Duncan spoke with one mother who fears for the safety of her 11-year-old immunocompromised son and the risks he faces when he goes back to in-person classes this fall.
Over 70 dead in week of South Africa riots
A week of violence, rioting, and looting has now killed more than 70 people and wrecked hundreds of businesses. The unrest began last week ago in protest of the jailing of former President Jacob Zuma but morphed quickly into civil unrest over crippling poverty and a brutal third wave of COVID. Debora Patta went out with the police unit recovering stolen property and arresting the perpetrators.
CDC Director on spread of the Delta variant
CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the spread of the contagious Delta variant, data from the UK, and the increase in coronavirus cases in lower-vaccinated counties.
COVID surges as Russians refuse vaccine, lie about getting it
Despite pleas by Putin himself many don't trust the government or its vaccines, so they're cheating, and Russia is seeing record numbers of deaths and hospitalizations.
Here's what we know about possible COVID-19 vaccine booster shots
As early as this fall, U.S. regulators could decide whether some people should get booster shots.
Russia reports surge in COVID deaths
A deadly third wave of COVID-19 is sweeping through parts of Russia. The nation reported more than 24,700 new cases on Tuesday and 780 deaths. Authorities are blaming the new wave on the highly contagious Delta variant and the slow rate of vaccinations. CBS News' Mary Ilyushina reports from Moscow.
7 Mississippi children in COVID ICU
Seven children in Mississippi are in the ICU, two of whom are on ventilators, as the state continues to deal with a spike in COVID cases. This comes as health officials warn that low vaccination rates could put kids at risk. Omar Villafranca reports.
COVID-19 cases surging among U.S. youth
CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports on the surge of COVID-19 cases in the U.S., particularly cases of the Delta variant among youth. Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon and assistant professor of ENT at New York Presbyterian/Columbia University, joined CBSN to discuss the latest on COVID-19 and how parents can keep their unvaccinated children safe.
Star U.S. Olympic swimmer defends decision to not get vaccinated
Athletes are not required to get vaccinated before the Olympics.
"Shots at the Shop" help people get vaccinated
Health officials and local community leaders are coming up with more creative campaigns to help encourage people to get vaccinated against COVID-19. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports, and then Stephen Thomas, Ph.D., from the University of Maryland's school of public health, spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about "Shots at the Shop."
"Incredibly rare" condition linked to J&J vaccine
The FDA is monitoring the possibility that the Johnson and Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine could be linked to an increased risk of developing Guillain-Barré Syndrome. Neuropsychiatrist Brittany LeMonda, PhD, spoke with Tanya Rivero on CBSN about what this condition is, the signs to look out for, and her advice for patients who are concerned about their vaccine.
FDA adds warning to Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The FDA added a warning to the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine, saying it might be linked to a small increased risk of Guillain–Barré syndrome, a rare neurological disorder. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus explains.
FDA flags small risk of neurological disorder after J&J vaccine
The decision comes after federal health officials identified a very rare pattern of the potentially serious nervous system disorder in some recipients of the vaccine.
Dr. Fauci on the rise of the Delta variant
Over the past week, new coronavirus cases are up by 66%. With less than half of the country fully vaccinated, the highly infectious Delta variant now makes up more than 50% of U.S. cases. President Biden's chief medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss vaccine boosters and Delta variant concerns.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect appeared to confess to killing on Discord, company says
"It was me," a Discord account belonging to accused shooter Tyler Robinson appeared to state, according to a company spokesperson.
Appeals court says Lisa Cook can remain Fed governor, rejecting Trump's bid to fire her
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit declined to grant the Trump administration emergency relief and clear the way for Mr. Trump to remove Cook from her position.
JD Vance hosts "The Charlie Kirk Show" after Kirk's assassination
Vance has described his longtime friendship with Kirk, who was also a key ally in his political rise.
Trump announces second U.S. strike against alleged Venezuela drug boat
President Trump announced Monday the U.S. military has carried out a second strike on alleged Venezuelan "narcoterrorists."
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Oracle could play key role in TikTok deal between Trump administration and China, sources say
Technology company Oracle is among a consortium of firms that would enable TikTok to continue operations in the U.S. if a framework deal is finalized, sources say.
Patel says he doesn't regret his post about Kirk case that turned out to be wrong
Kash Patel and his deputy Dan Bongino are challenging the FBI's fierce allegiance to message control.
Trump says he would have lowered flag for assassinated Democrat if asked
Mr. Trump said after the Minnesota assassination that he didn't want to "waste time" calling the state's governor after two lawmakers were gunned down.
Charlie Kirk shooting suspect under special watch as investigators seek motive
The suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk is under special watch in a Utah jail, days after he allegedly shot and killed the 31-year-old conservative activist.
Trump signs memo sending federal law enforcement to join Tennessee National Guard in Memphis
Memphis will become the third U.S. city to see National Guard troops in its streets during President Trump's second term — and he said Monday that Chicago is "probably next."