Public health officials say the state’s low vaccination rate is partly to blame for the spike. Source
Author Archives: Stonecom Interactive
All troops must get COVID-19 vaccine, Pentagon says
“I have every confidence that Service leadership and your commanders will implement this new vaccination program with professionalism, skill, and compassion,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo. Source
Analysis of ongoing impeachment investigation into Governor Andrew Cuomo
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s political future is on the line as the State Assembly intensifies its impeachment investigation. Lawmakers are holding a closed-door hearing after several women accused Cuomo of sexual harassment, groping and non-consensual touching. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN to discuss what lies ahead for Cuomo. Source
What are the next steps in the Cuomo impeachment investigation?
New York state lawmakers are meeting to discuss Governor Andrew Cuomo’s political future as the investigation into sexual harassment allegations against him intensifies. The State Assembly’s Judiciary Committee held a closed-door hearing on the impeachment investigation into Cuomo. Albany Times Union Capitol Bureau reporter Joshua Solomon joined CBSN to discuss what to expect going forward. Source
Job openings surpass 10 million, another record high
As the labor market recovers from the pandemic, workers are in the driver’s set — for now, at least. Source
When parents can expect their next Child Tax Credit payment
The second installment in the enhanced federal program arrives this week. Here’s what you need to know. Source
Chicago officer killed and another wounded in traffic stop shooting
Chicago police said a 29-year-old female officer died and a second officer was seriously wounded after an exchange of gunfire during a traffic stop. The officer killed Saturday night was identified as Ella French. Elise Preston reports. Source
Businesses large and small say: Mask up, again
McDonald’s, Home Depot and others reimpose masks indoors, as more bars and restaurants require vaccine for entry. Source
08/09: CBSN AM
Executive assistant who accused Governor Cuomo speaks out; U.N. releases landmark report on climate change Source
Senate nearing final vote for infrastructure bill
The Senate is expected to hold a final vote on the infrastructure bill tomorrow and send it to the House. The $1 trillion measure has been one of President Biden’s top priorities during his first few months in office. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined CBSN with more on that plus the latest on the administration’s efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Source