A record of over 8,000 cases were reported in a single day last week, and hospitalizations are also at record levels. Source

Local officials in many communities are increasing restrictions as the number of coronavirus cases in the U.S. continues to rise. Many schools remain open, but parents are concerned about how long that could last. Dr. Dyan Hes, a pediatrician in New York City, joined CBSN to discuss the latest data on COVID-19 and children, and how to keep schools as safe as possible amid the pandemic. Source

Baby Yoda joins an elite group of plushies used on ISS missions as “zero-gravity indicators.” Source

“I’m just happy that anything I do can help somebody else,” Parton said. Source

Early excitement for a coronavirus vaccine may be dampened by the reality of transporting millions of doses to recipients across the U.S. and around the world. CBS MoneyWatch senior reporter Stephen Gandel joined “CBSN AM” to discuss some of the issues Pfizer will face in getting its vaccine distributed. Source

Scientists have completed the largest Arctic science expedition in modern history. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joined CBSN with a look at how researchers studied the effects of climate change while aboard the Polarstern, a German icebreaker. Source

Dozens of states impose new restrictions; California implements new coronavirus restrictions Source

He is expected to highlight the seriousness of COVID-19 and urge people to protect themselves and those they love from the virus. Source

The company lost $670 million on $4.8 billion in revenue last year, but foresees a post-pandemic turnaround. Source

CEO Doug McMillan also congratulated President-elect Joe Biden, saying he is looking forward to working with the administration. Source