California schools, gyms and bars to reopen June 12
The new guidance covers music, film and television studios.
Coronavirus: The Race To Respond
White House makes reporters sit too close because it "looks better"
"I notice you're starting to get much closer together — looks much better, I must say," the president told reporters.
Dozens of rhinos dehorned to prevent COVID-19 poaching surge
Conservationists said the process does not harm the rhinos — but it does keep poachers away.
J.C. Penney is closing 154 stores — here's where they are
Retailer declared bankruptcy in May, citing the impact of temporary closures due to coronavirus pandemic.
Authors retract study that raised concern about drug for COVID-19
After the research came out, some nations banned the drug's use for coronavirus or suspended clinical trials.
Lawsuit filed against Carnival over passengers who fell ill with COVID
Cruise operator "casually and callously" exposed thousands of passengers on the Grand Princess, suit alleges.
Nearly one in five say coronavirus has caused financial hardship
Lower-income Americans are more likely to feel hardship, according to latest CBS News poll.
Cuomo: Protesters should assume they've been exposed to COVID-19
He urged protesters to act as if they have been exposed by telling those that they live with, and getting tested.
Amazon workers sue after allegedly bringing COVID-19 home
Warehouse workers claim retailer is failing to provide protections against the disease, putting themselves and families at risk.
Senate sends bill modifying Paycheck Protection Program to Trump
The measure, which has already been approved by the House, eases restrictions on small businesses who received loans through the Paycheck Protection Program.
Why some taxpayers are still waiting for stimulus payments
The IRS has sent 159 million stimulus payments, but millions of taxpayers may still be waiting and could need to take action.
Drug touted by Trump fails to prevent COVID-19 in study
The first large study of whether the drug could prevent people from getting infected finds it's no better than a placebo.
People across income levels struggling to pay bills
Families that earn $125,000 a year cite hard times paying bills and say they've used credit cards to stay afloat.
SEC urged to investigate coronavirus vaccine maker
Accountable.US told the agency that Moderna executives "exploited coronavirus fears" to boost their own stock wealth.
New York City has taken a "step forward" in restoring order, mayor says
A nightly curfew starting at 8 p.m. will be in effect the rest of the week.
Packed protests spark fears of new COVID-19 cases
Public health officials are concerned that many demonstrators' failure to heed precautions and other factors will fuel new transmissions.
France rolls out tracing app, further eases anti-virus restrictions
With a digital tracing system in place to try and catch outbreaks early, restaurants can welcome diners again and schools are ramping back up.
Fauci says U.S. could have "couple of hundred million" vaccine doses by new year
Fauci said there are four to five trials underway for coronavirus vaccine candidates.
With virus crisis abating, Europe looks to get back to open borders
Italy, keen to see tourists return, drops quarantine order for travelers from most of Europe as Germany prepares to ease advice against travel.
Concerns raised about two major studies on COVID-19
The drug, hydroxychloroquine, has been mired in controversy since President Trump repeatedly promoted it and even took it himself.
New virus cases hit pro sports as Japan tries to rebound
Tokyo's favorite pro baseball team scuttles practice games 1 day after resuming; soccer club's training grinds to a halt and sumo stays side-lined.
Securing businesses and the 2020 elections amid COVID threat
In this episode of "Intelligence Matters," Morell speaks with CISA director Chris Krebs about the elections and securing businesses that have adopted teleworking amid the pandemic.
College Board suspends plans for at-home SATs
The CEO of College Board said "There are more important things than tests right now," and that they can't guarantee all students would have access to technology to take the exam.
Brian Miller confirmed as pandemic special inspector general
Miller will oversee a $500 billion Treasury fund.
COVID Chronicles: Recent grads in Pennsylvania enter uncertain future
CBS News is chronicling what has changed for the lives of residents of some of the biggest battleground states in 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Health
Authors retract study that raised concern about drug for COVID-19
After the research came out, some nations banned the drug's use for coronavirus or suspended clinical trials.
Lawsuit filed against Carnival over passengers who fell ill with COVID
Cruise operator "casually and callously" exposed thousands of passengers on the Grand Princess, suit alleges.
Cuomo: Protesters should assume they've been exposed to COVID-19
He urged protesters to act as if they have been exposed by telling those that they live with, and getting tested.
Amazon workers sue after allegedly bringing COVID-19 home
Warehouse workers claim retailer is failing to provide protections against the disease, putting themselves and families at risk.
Drug touted by Trump fails to prevent COVID-19 in study
The first large study of whether the drug could prevent people from getting infected finds it's no better than a placebo.
The cost of giving birth in each state
Depending on where you live, the price of childbirth varies wildly.
Packed protests spark fears of new COVID-19 cases
Public health officials are concerned that many demonstrators' failure to heed precautions and other factors will fuel new transmissions.
France rolls out tracing app, further eases anti-virus restrictions
With a digital tracing system in place to try and catch outbreaks early, restaurants can welcome diners again and schools are ramping back up.
Fauci says U.S. could have "couple of hundred million" vaccine doses by new year
Fauci said there are four to five trials underway for coronavirus vaccine candidates.
Concerns raised about two major studies on COVID-19
The drug, hydroxychloroquine, has been mired in controversy since President Trump repeatedly promoted it and even took it himself.
New virus cases hit pro sports as Japan tries to rebound
Tokyo's favorite pro baseball team scuttles practice games 1 day after resuming; soccer club's training grinds to a halt and sumo stays side-lined.
NYC "contact tracing" program now tracking people with coronavirus
The city, epicenter of the pandemic, has hired 1,700 workers to reach out to people who tested positive.
Black and Asian people in U.K. more likely to die of COVID-19
"COVID-19 has replicated existing health inequalities and, in some cases, has increased them," report says.
Congo is battling coronavirus, measles and a new Ebola outbreak
"This is a reminder that COVID-19 is not the only health threat people face," WHO chief says as 4 deaths confirmed.
Inside the WHO's early struggle to get coronavirus data from China
U.N. health agency lauded Beijing's information sharing but left out frustration over expediency, because it needed further cooperation.
World
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What to know about the Strawberry Moon
There are many traditions surrounding this moon, which has also been called the "honeymoon" because it occurs in June and is the "sweetest" moon of the year.
Dozens of rhinos dehorned to prevent COVID-19 poaching surge
Conservationists said the process does not harm the rhinos — but it does keep poachers away.
Man accused of killing elephant with explosive-stuffed pineapple
"Bait bombs" made from food stuffed with explosives are common in India, and are used mostly to hunt wild boars for meat.
Massive fuel leak triggers state of emergency in the Arctic Circle
A reserve fuel tank at a local thermal power plant leaked more than 20,000 tons of diesel into a river, and it took days for federal authorities to take notice.
U.S. Navy vet freed from Iran after nearly 2 years in custody
Michael White is returning to the U.S. after being detained in Iran nearly two years ago.
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says "we were wrong" amid protests
Protests continued Friday as Minneapolis, where Floyd died, said it would end the use of chokeholds and neck restraints by police.
New Mexico cop charged after man dies in neck restraint
The police officer has been fired after an autopsy report revealed that Antonio Valenzuela died from being placed in a vascular neck restraint.
Protesters gather to remember Breonna Taylor on her birthday
On National Gun Violence Awareness Day, people celebrated what would have been Breonna Taylor's 27th birthday.
California schools, gyms and bars to reopen June 12
The new guidance covers music, film and television studios.
"We were wrong," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says
The statement comes amid nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd, but also years of controversy when the NFL refused to support Colin Kaepernick and other players who knelt in protest over police brutality.
Politics
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Joe Biden clinches Democratic nomination
This is based on estimates from additional reported votes that have continued to come in from previous primaries held on Tuesday.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Biden hits Trump for George Floyd comments
"Hopefully, George is looking down right now and saying this is a great thing that's happening for our country," President Trump said Friday.
White House makes reporters sit too close because it "looks better"
"I notice you're starting to get much closer together — looks much better, I must say," the president told reporters.
Higher unemployment rates impact black workers
Blacks and Latinos occupy many of the frontline service-sector jobs that saw higher unemployment in recent weeks.
This week on "Face the Nation," June 7, 2020
Attorney General Bill Barr, Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Entertainment
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The art of Christo (1935-2020)
The Bulgarian-born artist, who died May 31, 2020, became internationally renowned for his monumental art projects that would wrap public spaces, landmarks and natural landscapes with miles of fabric
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? These are the top films available on the streaming platform.
NBA approves plan to resume season in July
The season would restart at Disney World with 22 of the 30 teams.
Actors accuse Lea Michele of racism and mistreatment
Michele apologized for how her "behavior towards fellow cast members was perceived by them." Her statement was criticized by Samantha Marie Ware, who originally called attention to Michele's past behavior on set.
"Let America Be America" poem then and now
Langston Hughes' "Let America Be America Again" was written more than eight decades ago, but is just as relevant now as our nation struggles to live up to its promise of freedom and equality.
Technology
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Trump, Biden campaigns briefed on unsuccessful cyber hack attempts
Foreign actors continue to try to meddle in U.S. politics, according to the latest hack attempts.
Snapchat will stop promoting President Trump's account
"We will not amplify voices who incite racial violence and injustice," the company said.
Zoom's revenue and profit soar as millions join video platform
The video-conferencing service has been plagued by security lapses in recent months, but still doubled its revenue.
Amazon rolls out backup child care for employees
Online retailer offering to subsidize emergency child or adult care after employees cited it as challenge.
Twitter says fake "Antifa" account was run by white supremacists
The social media company says the accounts were used by white supremacists to encourage violence.
Science
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What to know about the Strawberry Moon
There are many traditions surrounding this moon, which has also been called the "honeymoon" because it occurs in June and is the "sweetest" moon of the year.
Massive fuel leak triggers state of emergency in the Arctic Circle
A reserve fuel tank at a local thermal power plant leaked more than 20,000 tons of diesel into a river, and it took days for federal authorities to take notice.
Asteroid possibly as big as Empire State Building to zoom past Earth
Asteroid 2002 NN4 is estimated to be 820-1,870 feet in diameter and is expected to fly by Earth this weekend.
Astronauts describe first ride aboard SpaceX Crew Dragon
SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts say the ship is living up to high-tech expectations — but there was one rougher moment.
Extinctions raise risk of "biological annihilation," study warns
"We cannot separate ourselves from the natural world," said legendary conservationist Jane Goodall. "We continue to destroy it at our peril."
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Authors retract study that raised concern about drug for COVID-19
After the research came out, some nations banned the drug's use for coronavirus or suspended clinical trials.
Lawsuit filed against Carnival over passengers who fell ill with COVID
Cruise operator "casually and callously" exposed thousands of passengers on the Grand Princess, suit alleges.
Cuomo: Protesters should assume they've been exposed to COVID-19
He urged protesters to act as if they have been exposed by telling those that they live with, and getting tested.
Amazon workers sue after allegedly bringing COVID-19 home
Warehouse workers claim retailer is failing to provide protections against the disease, putting themselves and families at risk.
Drug touted by Trump fails to prevent COVID-19 in study
The first large study of whether the drug could prevent people from getting infected finds it's no better than a placebo.
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Higher unemployment rates impact black workers
Blacks and Latinos occupy many of the frontline service-sector jobs that saw higher unemployment in recent weeks.
Uber to bail out delivery workers arrested past curfew
None of its workers should have to fear being arrested, the ride-share company said in a statement.
Americans are hoarding cash. Where's best place for it?
Fears of job losses have millions building up their emergency funds. Here are the best places to stash that cash.
Alexis Ohanian resigns from Reddit board, donates $1M
"I'm saying this as a father who needs to be able to answer his black daughter when she asks, 'What did you do?'," the Reddit co-founder said.
Trump hails jobs numbers and "equality," says it's a "great day" for Floyd
President Trump declared victory over improving unemployment numbers and a week of protests, saying the George Floyd is looking down on the progress.
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"We are done dying": NAACP demands end to institutional racism
"We are done dying from all of the structural racial institutions that impose a heightened level of burden on African Americans," NAACP President Derrick Johnson said.
Minneapolis to ban police chokeholds amid push for more reforms
Officers who don't intervene in unauthorized use of force will also be disciplined in the wake of outrage over George Floyd's death
Dallas Police make it "duty of every employee" to stop excessive force
Police say new order was implemented, "to create a culture where what happened to Mr. Floyd does not happen again."
Judge advances murder case against 3 men in Ahmaud Arbery's death
Arbery, 25, was shot and killed in February.
YouTuber charged after video shows him at damaged Arizona mall
Police said they received "hundreds" of tips and videos identifying Paul as a participant in the demonstration at a Scottsdale mall.
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What to know about the Strawberry Moon
There are many traditions surrounding this moon, which has also been called the "honeymoon" because it occurs in June and is the "sweetest" moon of the year.
SpaceX launches 60 more Starlinks
The sixth Starlink launch this year moves the company closer to initial space-based internet service
Asteroid possibly as big as Empire State Building to zoom past Earth
Asteroid 2002 NN4 is estimated to be 820-1,870 feet in diameter and is expected to fly by Earth this weekend.
Astronauts describe first ride aboard SpaceX Crew Dragon
SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts say the ship is living up to high-tech expectations — but there was one rougher moment.
SpaceX Crew Dragon docks with space station after historic launch
The successful docking boosted the lab's crew to five and marked a major milestone for NASA.
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The art of Christo (1935-2020)
The Bulgarian-born artist, who died May 31, 2020, became internationally renowned for his monumental art projects that would wrap public spaces, landmarks and natural landscapes with miles of fabric
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? These are the top films available on the streaming platform.
The cost of giving birth in each state
Depending on where you live, the price of childbirth varies wildly.
The 50 most popular baby boy names
Noah, Liam, Carter – how many of these popular male baby names do you know?
Nationwide protests over George Floyd's death
The death of George Floyd during an arrest in Minnesota sparked widespread outrage and days of protests.
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Semi-truck appears to drive into protesters
As thousands of people were on the bridge of Minneapolis Interstate 35W protesting the death of George Floyd, a large tanker truck driving at a high speed appears to try hitting protesters. CBSN Minnesota reports.
Police and protesters clash after man's death
Thousand of protesters gathered in Minneapolis demanding justice for George Floyd after he died in police custody. The protest reached its boiling point when police fired tear gas at demonstrators. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues spoke to Floyd's family. He joins CBSN to share what they said and what's next for the officers involved.
Officials blame outside agitators for violence
Federal and local authorities suspect some of the violent clashes during recent protests were instigated by white supremacist groups and far-left extremists. Protests have erupted across the country following the death of George Floyd. Jeff Pegues reports.
SpaceX successfully launches rocket
SpaceX made history Saturday with a successful rocket launch from the Kennedy Space Center. The Falcon 9 launch was the first to carry American astronauts launched from American soil in nearly a decade, and the first time a private company has sent people to space. Mark Strassman reports.
Atlanta mayor addresses protesters
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms told protesters to "go home" after demonstrators set fire to a police car and vandalized a sign at the CNN center. "What I see happening on the streets of Atlanta is not Atlanta," she said.