As the Delta variant spreads, anxiety over the pandemic is ramping up. In fact, many Americans are reporting increased sleep deprivation, a common sign of stress. Clinical psychologist and Oura sleep advisor Dr. Michael Breus joins CBSN to explain how best to combat symptoms of what experts are now calling “coronasomnia.” Source
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Austin health officials warn there’s only 16 ICU beds left in the region
Austin’s public health department said the region is experiencing the lowest staffed ICU bed capacity since the beginning of the pandemic. Source
Simone Biles withdraws from two more Olympic events
After missing the team events, Biles has now withdrawn from two individual finals. Source
Biden administration shifts to new priorities after success on infrastructure deal
With the bipartisan infrastructure deal nearly finalized, the Biden administration is shifting its focus to other items on the president’s agenda. This includes passing new legislation to protect voting rights and possibly extending pandemic safety nets such as the eviction moratorium. 60 Minutes correspondent John Dickerson is moderating this Sunday’s “Face The Nation.” He joined CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss the latest on what’s happening in Washington. Source
Delta variant is more contagious and likely more severe, CDC data shows
The CDC says the delta variant is far more contagious than earlier strains of the coronavirus. Charlie De Mar reports on the new information. Then, Dr. Len Horovitz, a pulmonary specialist at Lenox Hill Hospital, joins CBSN’s Lana Zak to break down more of the CDC’s findings. Source
Justice Department says Trump’s tax returns must be given to Congress
The Justice Department now says the IRS must give former President Trump’s tax returns to Congress. Dave Clarke, White House editor for the Washington Post, joined CBSN’s Lana Zak for more. Source
Justice Department says IRS must give Trump’s tax returns to Congress
The decision puts an apparent end in sight to the yearslong battle over the records. Source
U.K. ends quarantine requirement for American travelers
The British tourism industry is desperate. Buckingham Palace would normally at this time of year be mobbed, but now there’s just a smattering of visitors. Source
Mom dies weeks after son takes her on the trip of a lifetime
Dustin sold cheesesteaks from his house in Philadelphia to take his terminally ill mom to Egypt. Source
DOJ sues Texas over plan to stop vehicles transporting migrants
Border Patrol holding facilities for unaccompanied children and families could become dangerously overcrowded due to Texas’ order, the Biden administration argued in its lawsuit. Source