Hospitals across U.S. tell workers they must get COVID-19 shots
Hundreds of thousands of health care employees face deadlines to get shots. Some are pushing back.
Vaccine
Texas, Fla. battle cruise lines over vaccines
The battle over whether cruise lines can require passengers and staff to be vaccinated is intensifying. The CDC recommends 95% of all cruise passengers be vaccinated against COVID-19 when sailing from U.S. ports. However, the governors of Florida and Texas took action to prevent businesses from requiring vaccinations, and that includes cruise lines. Errol Barnett reports.
World leaders to discuss COVID as G7 begins
President Biden is set to meet with the six other G7 leaders Friday in Cornwall, England. The group is expected to commit to sharing one billion vaccine doses with countries in need, after President Biden announced the U.S. will buy and donate half of them. Nancy Cordes reports.
Biden on helping global COVID vaccine effort
President Biden formally announced Thursday that the U.S. would be purchasing 500 million doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to donate to 100 countries over the next year. The announcement was made during the first full day of his overseas trip. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
COVID death toll nears 600,000 in U.S.
As CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports, the U.S. is well on its way to recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. However, the CDC and other health experts have new concerns for children. Dr. Anand Swaminathan, an emergency medicine physician, then joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the day's other COVID headlines.
Biden announcing new global vaccine effort
President Biden is announcing plans to donate 500 million COVID vaccine doses to lower-income countries, ahead of a meeting with other world leaders at the G7 summit. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss what to expect in these talks.
As U.S. vaccinates kids, Africa faces "unconscionable" shortages
"You know that there is something that can assist you, that can save more lives, but you can't access it — it's so painful," one unvaccinated African nurse told CBS News.
Global vaccine inequality
The global inequality of vaccines is clear on the continent of Africa where less than 1% of people are fully vaccinated. CBS correspondent Debora Patta visits the small kingdom of Eswatini where some medical workers are still not vaccinated, and think American children getting doses before them is "unacceptable.”
U.S. to donate 500M vaccine doses abroad
The Biden administration announced early Thursday it would purchase and donate half a billion Pfizer vaccine doses to over 100 countries, with the first shipments beginning in August. The news came as President Biden prepares to meet with U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
U.S. officials push to get young people vaccinated
Top U.S. officials are urging young people to get vaccinated as the Delta variant begins to spread. The dangerous variant has already become the dominant strain in the U.K. As CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports, Dr. Anthony Fauci says we "cannot let that happen" in the U.S. Then, Dr. Taison Bell, a University of Virginia critical care and infectious disease physician and medical ICU director, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with his analysis.
Nearly 200 unvaccinated hospital workers suspended in Texas
Houston Methodist benches holdouts without pay a day after dozens protest COVID-19 immunization requirement.
Biden administration buys 500 million Pfizer doses for global use
They'll be distributed this year and next and will be given to 92 nations.
U.S. COVID-19 vaccinations lose steam
As CBS News' Anna Werner reports, coronavirus vaccination rates are losing steam across the U.S., however one city is nearing a major milestone in its fight. Then, Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, an infectious disease physician at John Cochran VA Medical Center and a member of the St. Louis Board of Health, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on how we can beat this pandemic.
Falling COVID vaccine rates put Biden's July goal at risk
There's growing concern about falling coronavirus vaccine rates across the U.S. In San Francisco, it's a different story. Anna Werner takes a look.
COVID shots may soon be available for kids
Moderna and Pfizer are in the process of making sure their COVID-19 vaccines are safe for younger children. Nikki Battiste reports.
Pediatrician on the need to vaccinate Americas adolescents
As parts of the country reopen, adolescents are the latest group eligible for the vaccine. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City, joins CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus headlines, including reports that kids are "vulnerable host" for COVID-19.
Low COVID vaccinations in Southern states
As CBS News' Janet Shamlian reports, there are mounting concerns about the slowing pace of coronavirus vaccinations in the U.S. as President Biden's July 4 goal nears. Southern states are struggling to convince people to roll up their sleeves. Dr. Shad Marvasti, an emergency medicine physician and the director of public health, prevention and health promotion at The University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the day's headlines.
U.S. COVID vaccinations slowing ahead of July 4 deadline
According to the CDC, more than 63% of Americans have their first dose of the COVID vaccination. But, an analysis by The Washington Post found that the country is now averaging fewer than 1 million shots per day. Health experts are concerned this slowdown might hinder the Biden administration's goal of having 70% of Americans with one vaccination by July 4. Brianna Abbott, health reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Low vaccine rates fuel fear of COVID surge
Vaccination rates are lagging behind in several Southern states, prompting fear of another surge in coronavirus cases. Janet Shamlian reports.
United Airlines says it, too, won't hire unvaccinated workers
Carrier follows Delta Air Lines in saying it won't employ those who haven't been immunized against COVID-19.
Biden touts May jobs report as unemployment dips
Hiring is up and unemployment is dropping. President Biden said Friday that the May jobs report is a sign that the U.S. is "on the move again."
White House races to get U.S. inoculated
The Biden administration is inching closer to getting at least 70% of adult Americans partially vaccinated by July 4. This comes as more Republicans scrutinize Dr. Anthony Fauci after thousands of his personal and work emails were released. Dr. Ron Elfenbein, medical director and owner of First Call Medical Center, joined CBSN with more on the fight against COVID-19 and other topics.
Texas hospital sued over mandatory vaccines
More than 100 staff members at Houston Methodist Health are facing termination if they do not get the COVID-19 vaccine by midnight on June 7. They're suing their employer over the policy, falsely claiming the vaccines are not fully tested nor proven safe. Janet Shamlian reports.
Vaccine hesitancy higher in underserved communities
Low-income and underserved communities have higher levels of vaccine hesitancy in the U.S. This distrust in the system also stems from a lack of access in communities that were disproportionately affected by COVID-19 across the country. Mola Lenghi has more.
Senators announce U.S. donating 750,000 vaccine doses to Taiwan
The self-ruled island complained that China is hindering its efforts to secure the injections amid an outbreak.
live updates
Watch Live: FBI's Patel testifies at hearing in aftermath of Kirk assassination
FBI Director Kash Patel is appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday for an annual hearing on oversight of the FBI.
Robert Redford, charismatic star and Oscar-winning director, dies at age 89
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Luigi Mangione's state terrorism charges dismissed, judge rules
Luigi Mangione, accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in court where his state terrorism charges were thrown out.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem visits Chicago area amid ICE operations
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited the Chicago area amid increased ICE operations the Trump administration dubbed "Operation Midway Blitz."
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.
Israel's military says Gaza City ground offensive is underway
Israel's military says troops have "begun pushing into the heart of Gaza City," renewing its call for thousands of war-weary civilians to evacuate.
Exclusive
Oracle could play key role in TikTok deal between U.S. 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.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announces run for third term
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday announced his plans to seek reelection, launching a historic bid for a third consecutive term.
Smoke-dried remains found in Asia may be world's oldest mummies
Some ancient societies in Asia appear to have smoke-dried their dead, effectively mummifying them thousands of years earlier than their Egyptian counterparts, new research has found.