3 U.S. senators test positive in "breakthrough" COVID cases
U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper, Angus King and Roger Wicker have become the latest high-profile lawmakers to test positive for the coronavirus.
U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper, Angus King and Roger Wicker have become the latest high-profile lawmakers to test positive for the coronavirus.
CVS, Walgreens and other chains are now offering a third dose for some people, but most Americans will face a wait.
Hospitals in Alabam have run out of intensive care unit beds as coronavirus cases spike across the state.
U.S. Capitol Police say a man who claimed to have a bomb in his pickup truck outside the Capitol building and Library of Congress has surrendered after a standoff that lasted several hours. Watch the briefing from U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger.
The Biden administration rules instructed ICE agents to focus on arresting recent border-crossers, as well as immigrants deemed to threaten public safety or national security.
The U.S. continues to evacuate tens of thousands of Americans and eligible Afghans from Afghanistan after the Taliban seized control. Retired U.S. Army Colonel Christopher Kolenda, who served in Afghanistan and was a senior advisor on Afghanistan and Pakistan at the State Department, joined CBSN to discuss the future of relations between the countries.
Borrowers with total and permanent disabilities can already apply for elimination of their student loan debt.
In an exclusive interview, Mark Zuckerberg speaks to Gayle King about Facebook's efforts to stop vaccine misinformation and keep its workforce safe.
Researchers have detected a surge in counterfeit card sellers using popular apps like WhatsApp and PayPal.
The U.S. Capitol Police said the investigation is ongoing and urged people to stay away from the area.
The Federal Trade Commission is doubling down on accusations the social media giant illegally squashes tech rivals.
According to a review of his podcast, Richards used several insensitive terms and slurs, including derogatory terms for little people and those with an intellectual disability and calling women fat. He also has made insensitive remarks about Jewish people.
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Labor Secretary Marty Walsh said in a letter that President Joe Biden wants Congress to include unemployment reform in the budget reconciliation process.
"Now, watching this new wave, I realize we are still in the fight and I must do my part," Brooks said.
A judge agreed with the defense that the officers who fired into the teen's car were in danger when the vehicle started to move.
R. Kelly's trial on racketeering charges is now underway in New York, with the first witness taking the stand yesterday to testify she was abused as a teen. The 54-year-old platinum-selling artist is also facing other criminal cases. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan joins "CBSN AM" with the latest.
An activist group says more than 1,000 people have died in Myanmar since the military carried out a coup earlier this year. Lithuania accuses Belarusian riot police of forcing migrants across its border. A British man is sentenced to 6 weeks in prison for violating Singapore's COVID-19 rules. And the first case of COVID was detected in the Paralympic village in Tokyo. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins "CBSN AM" with these headlines from around the world.
The Biden administration is facing criticism over the chaos erupting across Afghanistan as the Taliban takes control. U.S. intelligence agencies say they didn't expect Afghanistan to fall so quickly as American troops started withdrawing. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.
With as many as 80,000 people still needing evacuation, U.S. urges residents to come to Kabul airport, but warns it "cannot ensure safe passage" to get there.
President Biden says U.S. forces will remain in Afghanistan until every American citizen is out, and in an interview with ABC News he also pushed back on the notion that U.S. intelligence warned of the rapid fall of Kabul. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jang joined Laura Podesta on CBSN to discuss that plus the administration's latest steps on COVID-19 vaccines and mask mandates.
Protests against the Taliban erupted in several cities across Afghanistan, with several people reportedly being killed as gunfire sparked a stampede. Meanwhile, thousands of Afghans continue to desperately try to evacuate. The director-general of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Robert Mardini, joins “CBSN AM” to discuss the humanitarian crisis unfolding.
Citing studies that show waning vaccine effectiveness in some patients over time, U.S. officials are rolling out plans for booster shots 8 months after the second dose of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn joins "CBSN AM" with details.
Advocates are urging TikTok to improve its parental monitoring features to protect kids. CBS News' Femi Redwood reports it comes after 12-year-old Joshua Zeryihun choked himself while attempting the “Blackout Challenge” on TikTok.
The Delta variant is fueling the need for COVID-19 booster shots and more regular testing. Dr. Tara Narula explains the data behind the new policy.
After Saturday's earthquake, some Haitians are working to feed their displaced neighbors, many of whom haven't had a hot meal in days. Meanwhile, U.S. medical personnel are pouring into the country to aid with rescue and recovery as victims continue to overwhelm the nation's hospitals. Vlad Duthiers reports.