Vaccine distribution highlights global inequality
The U.K. has one of the highest vaccination rates globally, but coronavirus vaccines are falling short in other countries as deaths are rising sharply. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
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Vaccination sites shut down due to shortages
The vaccination program in the U.S. is picking up, but supply is still lagging behind in some areas. Vaccine shortages are forcing several mass vaccination sites to shut down temporarily, and there is a growing concern about the new contagious COVID-19 variants. Lilia Luciano reports.
Full Interview: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on "Face the Nation"
The British Prime Minister speaks with Margaret Brennan in an exclusive conversation on COVID-19 and the UK-US relationship.
Face The Nation: Walesnky, Donigan, Gottlieb
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the U.K. virus variant, Rite Aid offering COVID-19 vaccines, and the second impeachment trial for former President Donald Trump.
Rite Aid CEO: States in the lead for vaccine appointments
Rite Aid CEO Heyward Donigan says patients hoping to receive a vaccine should schedule an appointment through their state.
Gottlieb calls for "bespoke" vaccine strategy for underserved communities
Gottlieb said the Biden administration for taking an "all-of-the-above approach" to vaccine distribution.
Gottlieb calls for more "bespoke" vaccine strategy
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says federal resources should be used to get the vaccine to hard-to-reach communities as opposed to mass vaccination sites.
Transcript: Heyward Donigan on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rite Aid CEO Heyward Donigan that aired Sunday, February 14, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Open: This is "Face the Nation," February 14
Today on "Face the Nation," the Senate impeachment trial of the former president charged with inciting insurrection ended exactly as predicted.
CDC director says U.K. variant could be "dominant strain" in U.S. by March
There are more than 1,000 cases of the U.K. variant in 39 states, Walensky said.
CDC roadmap for reopening schools
With the nation's daily coronavirus case count down and with more vaccines secured, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is looking toward a step-by-step process to reopening schools. They have unveiled a new roadmap showing how it can be done. Michael George reports.
Biden blames Trump for vaccine shortages
President Biden blamed a shortfall in vaccines on former President Trump as he met with state and city leaders who have been pleading for more doses. Weijia Jiang reports.
Help wanted: Pharmacists and techs to administer COVID-19 vaccine
Some drugstore chains are offering hiring bonuses up to $20,000, according to pharmacy college administrators.
American Federation of Teachers president on reopening schools
On "Facing Forward," Margaret Brennan talks with American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten about the calls to reopen schools nationwide amidst the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
U.S. could have enough vaccine for 300 million by end of July
President Biden on Thursday announced the steps his administration is taking to secure additional doses of the coronavirus vaccine. The president said the United States will have enough vaccine doses for 300 million people by the end of July. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller joins "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Florida's Black population left behind in vaccinations
A CBS MoneyWatch investigation found evidence to suggest white Florida residents are more likely to receive the COVID-19 vaccine than the state's Black residents. The investigation found that the discrepancy is mostly due to distribution policies, not hesitancy to take the vaccine. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Stephen Gandel joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Vaccine demand outpacing supply
States are speeding up vaccinations as experts warn the variant first found in the U.K. is likely present in all 50 states, but vaccine demand is outpacing supply. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, joined CBSN with the latest on the race to vaccinate.
Vaccine sites close amid supply shortages
Vaccine demand continues to far outpace supply, forcing vaccination sites to close. Other sites have their vaccination appointments booked out for months. Carter Evans reports.
Biden secures 200 million more vaccine doses
President Biden announced his administration has secured another 200 million vaccine doses as the country continues to be hit hard by the pandemic and vaccination sites are running low on supply. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
U.S. pharmacies to receive COVID vaccines
U.S. pharmacies are getting coronavirus vaccines sent directly to them by the federal government, but there is still confusion over the process. Dr. Farah Fourcand joins CBSN to discuss that plus the CDC's latest guidance on whether fully vaccinated people can skip quarantine.
New Jersey county lauded for vaccine rollout
Essex County, New Jersey's robust vaccination rollout plan has worked so well, neighboring counties are calling them and asking how they're ensuring that they use every single vaccine allocated to them each week. The team running the program, Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo, Jr. and Health Officer Maya Lordo spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about how they pulled it off.
COVID-19 vaccines being sent to pharmacies
Today the federal government begins shipping COVID-19 vaccine doses directly to about 6,500 pharmacies across the country. In Alabama, a state with one of the worst distribution rates, some Walmart and Sam's Club locations will be receiving these vaccines. CBS News' Mireya Villarreal joins "CBSN AM" to discuss the latest move to expand vaccination efforts.
Federal government ramps up vaccine access
As the federal government ramps up vaccine distribution, stores like Walmart are starting to prep their pharmacies to get ready to administer the vaccine. CBS News speaks to a senior citizen in Alabama who has been trying to get the vaccine, but her options have been limited. Mireya Villarreal reports.
The factory that's racing to make Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine
As Americans clamor for COVID-19 shots that can't seem to be produced quickly enough, Emergent BioSolutions will face its first test.
U.S. coronvairus infections fall
U.S. coronavirus cases, hospitalizations and deaths have fallen over the last month. States are rushing to speed up vaccinations as fast-spreading variants threaten the nation's recovery. Dr. Richard Besser, the president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and former acting director of the CDC, joins CBSN to discuss the latest in the fight against the pandemic.
Senate approves package to end government shutdown, sending to House
The Senate approved a long-sought funding package that would end the government shutdown late Monday, bringing Congress one step closer to ending a 41-day impasse.
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Diddy's prison life: A chapel gig, drug treatment and early disciplinary action
Sean "Diddy" Combs was disciplined just days into his sentence at a federal prison, an internal prison document obtained by CBS News shows.
Shutdown deal leaves many Dems furious, with little to show on health care
The decision by eight Democratic senators to embrace a deal to end the government shutdown has infuriated many members of the party.
Airlines cancel thousands more flights in U.S. over government shutdown
The FAA wants airlines to increase cancellations at 40 of the country's busiest airports to 6% by Tuesday and ultimately ramp up to 10% by Friday.
Sanders calls deal to end government shutdown a "disaster"
Sen. Bernie Sanders told CBS News he's "very disappointed" by the bill to end the government shutdown, calling a planned vote on health insurance subsidies "meaningless."
High-profile Jan. 6 defendant facing charges of kidnapping, sexual assault
John Banuelos' case was unique among Capitol riot prosecutions because he was the only defendant accused of pulling and firing a gun while on Capitol grounds.
Army gynecologist accused in lawsuit of secretly taking videos of patients
The lawsuit filed Monday against Army Maj. Blaine McGraw involves a woman at Fort Hood, but it also includes allegations from years earlier in Hawaii.
Trump floats sending Americans $2,000 tariff rebate checks
President Trump on Sunday floated the idea of tapping his administration's tariff revenue to send checks to most Americans.
Johnson urges House members to return "right now" for shutdown vote, citing air delays
"You need to begin right now returning to the Hill," House Speaker Mike Johnson told House members on Monday, ahead of a potential