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Philadelphia to end mask mandate days after reinstating it

The mask mandate went into effect in Philadelphia on Monday.

Millions of Americans live in places with unhealthy levels of air pollution

The 2022 "State of the Air" report from the American Lung Association reveals that more 137 million Americans live in places with unhealthy levels of air pollution. It's an increase of 2.1 million people from the previous year. Paul Billings, senior vice president of advocacy for the American Lung Association, joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Mola Lenghi with details.

Biden announces $800 million in new aid for Ukraine

President Biden on Thursday announced $800 million in additional aid for Ukraine. This comes at a critical time as Russian forces focus their attacks in the east. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Mola Lenghi from Kyiv with more.

Jan. 6 probe reveals tension between far-right groups Proud Boys and Oath Keepers

The House Select Committee investigating January 6 is uncovering new information about the coordinated efforts between the Proud Boys and the Oath Keepers. A CBS News report explores the hostility between the leaders of the two far-right groups ahead of the Capitol riot. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined “Red and Blue” with more on the story he co-authored with chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa.

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona talks Biden administration moves on student loans

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona joins CBS News’ Tanya Rivero and Mola Lenghi to talk about the Biden administration’s latest actions on student loan debt and future policy decisions.

President Biden announces $800 million more in military assistance for Ukraine

Pentagon press secretary John Kirby joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the U.S. sending $800 million in additional military assistance to Ukraine. The aid package includes artillery weapons, ammo and tactical drones.

Ukrainian journalist discusses crisis in Ukraine as Russian attacks intensify

Intense fighting is underway in Ukraine's port city of Mariupol. One Ukrainian commander says the city may only survive a few more days, or even hours. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports from Kyiv. Then Ukrainian journalist and CEO of Mariupolskoe TV Nick Osychenko joins CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the crisis.

Doctors face challenges to provide abortion services

Several states have restricted abortion access, making it challenging for providers to ensure women still have access to the procedure. Janet Shamlian reports on the hurdles facing a South Dakota clinic.

Russia ramps up assault along front lines

Russian forces have surrounded Mariupol, though Ukrainian forces have refused to surrender. Chris Livesay reports.

SpaceWatch: NASA discovers rapidly growing black hole

NASA has identified a rapidly growing black hole that was long considered a critical "missing link" to the early universe. Dr. Jennifer Wiseman, a senior astrophysicist at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, joins CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the latest discovery.