Michigan tourism industry says this is "a year simply to survive"
"It really feels like we're walking into the middle of the war every single day, just trying to tread, keep our head above water," said one restaurant owner.
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Canceled festivals slam New England economy amid COVID-19 pandemic
Maine's largest festival went on despite the 1918 Spanish Flu, the Great Depression and WWII. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fryeburg Fair has postponed festivities for the first time in 169 years.
Contract workers for summer festivals look for job options amid COVID
In California, artists and builders would usually be producing floats for events like the San Francisco Pride parade or July 4th celebrations.
Black North Carolina business owners adapt to uncertainty amid COVID
"I worked seven days a week for as many hours as I could, doing what I needed to do because I knew that no Superman was coming in to save me and everyone felt like I did," said Shalisha Morgan, owner of Geek in Heels.
Black-owned businesses in Florida on road to recovery amid pandemic
CBS News spoke with black-owned businesses in Florida about how they've stayed open amid pandemic.
Michigan casino workers struggle with ongoing closures
"Let me go back to work, let me take the risk," said one employee.
As Las Vegas shuttered, many immigrants found no social safety net
The outbreak drove unemployment to a record high in the state.
Farms and fisheries hit hard by coronavirus
The Gulf Coast fishing industry is struggling to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 is also exacting a high cost from Minnesota hog and soy farmers. CBS News is chronicling what has changed for the lives of residents of some of the biggest battleground states in 2020 amid the coronavirus outbreak. CBS News 2020 campaign reporters Tim Perry and Jack Turman join CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss their reporting.
COVID exacts high costs from hog farmers
Hog farmer Dave Mensink estimates that over the next year, the COVID-19 crisis is costing him up to $26 per pig, or about $187,000, based on the 7,200 pigs he has on his southeastern Minnesota lot.
Trade school students face adversity amid COVID pandemic
Trained to enter workforce, trade school graduates enter worst job market in history, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. Here's the latest in the COVID Chronicles — the impact of the coronavirus on 2020 battleground states.
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.
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Trump criticizes CDC guidelines for reopening schools
President Trump tweeted that he will be meeting with CDC officials to discuss the guidelines.
Tulsa health official says Trump rally "likely" led to COVID spike
Dr. Bruce Dart said the president's rally in the city "more than likely contributed" to a spike in coronavirus cases.
Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
This week, President Trump, taking note of coronavirus spikes in Florida, said Republicans are "very flexible" about Jacksonville.
Democratic Senate candidates smash fundraising records in 2nd quarter
Democratic Senate hopefuls are raising record amounts of cash in their bids to unseat Republican Senate incumbents.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: GOP convention city's COVID count rises
President Trump says that the details surrounding the convention are "flexible."
Pandemic upends voter registration efforts ahead of November election
"Everyone is talking about vote-by-mail, which is great, but you can't even vote-by-mail if you can't register to vote."
Trump hosts Mexican president for first visit at White House
The two leaders are recognizing the USMCA, which took effect July 1.
Jackson, Mississippi, votes to move statue of Andrew Jackson from City Hall
"As we build a city focused on progress and unity we must make certain that we display images which reflect those aspirations," said the city's mayor.
CAREN Act introduced to outlaw racist 911 calls
The name "Karen" has become a popular term to describe white women engaging in racially charged acts.
Impeachment inquiry witness Alexander Vindman to retire from Army
Vindman, who was the top Ukraine expert on the National Security Council, was a key witness in President Trump's impeachment inquiry.
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COVID-weary Japanese turn to cars for shelter from deadly flooding
Japan is accustomed to earthquakes and flooding, but this time disaster has struck amid a health crisis, turning a trusted system on its head.
Melania Trump sculpture in Slovenia set on fire on July 4
As the U.S. celebrated its Independence Day and President Trump vowed to punish those who destroy U.S. monuments, a life-sized sculpture of first lady Melania Trump was burned near her hometown in Slovenia.
Trump hosts Mexican president for first visit at White House
The two leaders are recognizing the USMCA, which took effect July 1.
New rule would deny asylum to migrants on public health grounds
The U.S. has already been expelling most border-crossers, including unaccompanied children, under a separate CDC order.
World Health Organization chief says virus outbreak is "accelerating"
Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said "we have clearly not reached the peak of the pandemic."
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Inside a Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus cases
Medical staff at the South Texas Medical System hospital are strained, struggling to treat more than 140 patients with the virus.
Trump criticizes CDC guidelines for reopening schools
President Trump tweeted that he will be meeting with CDC officials to discuss the guidelines.
Tulsa health official says Trump rally "likely" led to COVID spike
Dr. Bruce Dart said the president's rally in the city "more than likely contributed" to a spike in coronavirus cases.
Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
This week, President Trump, taking note of coronavirus spikes in Florida, said Republicans are "very flexible" about Jacksonville.
Transcript: Chauvin told Floyd it takes "a lot of oxygen" to talk
Floyd repeatedly said he couldn't breathe and said the officers were going to kill him during his fatal arrest.
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Trump criticizes CDC guidelines for reopening schools
President Trump tweeted that he will be meeting with CDC officials to discuss the guidelines.
Tulsa health official says Trump rally "likely" led to COVID spike
Dr. Bruce Dart said the president's rally in the city "more than likely contributed" to a spike in coronavirus cases.
Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
This week, President Trump, taking note of coronavirus spikes in Florida, said Republicans are "very flexible" about Jacksonville.
Democratic Senate candidates smash fundraising records in 2nd quarter
Democratic Senate hopefuls are raising record amounts of cash in their bids to unseat Republican Senate incumbents.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: GOP convention city's COVID count rises
President Trump says that the details surrounding the convention are "flexible."
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Lady A, formerly Lady Antebellum, sues blues singer Lady A
In a statement, the band claimed the singer "demanded a $10 million payment."
"Glee" actress Naya Rivera vanishes on boat trip with young son
The 4-year-old boy was spotted drifting alone on a rental boat on a California lake. The search for his mom will resume Thursday.
Ivy League suspends fall sports due to coronavirus pandemic
"We simply do not believe we can create and maintain an environment for intercollegiate athletic competition that meets our requirements for safety and acceptable levels of risk," the Ivy League Council of Presidents said.
Usain Bolt reveals first photos of his baby girl and her Olympic-inspired name
The retired sprinting legend made the announcement on social media and shared a series of photos of Olympia on the birthday of his longtime girlfriend, Kasi Bennett
WNBA to honor women killed by police and racial violence
Teams will wear the uniforms in an effort to "seek justice" for Breonna Taylor, Sandra Bland and others.
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Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Walmart reportedly launching subscription service
The $98 membership comes with same-day grocery delivery and early deals access, according to a report.
Facebook civil rights audit: "Serious setbacks" hurt progress
The audit recommends a "civil rights infrastructure" for the social media giant, but its suggestions aren't binding.
U.S. considers banning TikTok and other apps, Pompeo says
Pompeo doesn't recommend downloading the app unless "you want your private information in the hands of the Chinese Communist Party."
Uber acquires food delivery app Postmates
With Postmates buyout, Uber becomes the nation's No. 2 food delivery service, while DoorDash remains the leader.
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Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
California condors spotted in Sequoia after nearly 50 years
The giant birds were known to nest inside massive sequoia trees before their near-extinction in the 1980s.
Is the coronavirus airborne? Scientists say it's "a real risk"
The World Health Organization has said the coronavirus is only confirmed to be airborne during certain medical procedures, but many experts disagree.
Rare case of brain-destroying amoeba confirmed in Florida
Naegleria fowleri is contacted when contaminated water enters through a person's nose and is found in warm freshwater.
Divers find evidence of America's first mines — and 9 skeletons
Experts have found ocher mines that are some of the oldest on the continent.
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Inside a Texas hospital overwhelmed by virus cases
Medical staff at the South Texas Medical System hospital are strained, struggling to treat more than 140 patients with the virus.
Jacksonville prepares for Republican convention amid COVID-19 spikes
This week, President Trump, taking note of coronavirus spikes in Florida, said Republicans are "very flexible" about Jacksonville.
Florida man fired after mask meltdown at Costco
Man's videotaped tirade after being asked to follow public health requirement at store ultimately costs him his job.
Most expensive medical procedures in the U.S., ranked
These pricey surgeries are the most expensive in the country.
Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
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Florida man fired after mask meltdown at Costco
Man's videotaped tirade after being asked to follow public health requirement at store ultimately costs him his job.
Equipment makers hinder repairs of ventilators, critics say
Nearly half of hospital biomedical techs denied access to service information including manuals to fix ventilators.
Toxic hand sanitizers recalled for methanol
Recalls on All Clean Hand Sanitizer and Mystic Shield Protection are due to the presence of methanol, or wood alcohol.
Brooks Brothers to see how bankruptcy suits it
The 202-year-old men's clothier, slow to attract younger customers, finally pushed into bankruptcy court by pandemic.
Who would get a second stimulus check — and who wouldn't?
A second round of payments could include millions of Americans who were excluded from the federal aid program.
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Transcript: Chauvin told Floyd it takes "a lot of oxygen" to talk
Floyd repeatedly said he couldn't breathe and said the officers were going to kill him during his fatal arrest.
Texas executes man for killing elderly man nearly 3 decades ago
Billy Joe Wardlow was the first inmate in Texas to receive a lethal injection since February 6 and the second in the U.S. since the nation began reopening following pandemic-related shutdowns.
FBI to investigate deadly police shooting in Phoenix
The FBI has been asked to conduct "an independent civil rights review" into the incident.
Officer charged in George Floyd's death files to dismiss charges
Lane has been charged with aiding and abetting second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree manslaughter.
New York City shootings see spike from last year
The violence continued into the July 4th weekend, as the NYPD reported 44 shooting incidents.
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NASA, Boeing work to resume Starliner flights
Some 80 recommendations are being implemented to prevent a repeat of problems marring the previous Starliner test flight.
Rocket Lab declares Electron launch failure
The innovative Electron rocket suffered a malfunction while its second stage was firing.
How to watch Fourth of July weekend's "buck moon" lunar eclipse
In lieu of fireworks, skywatchers can look up to see multiple celestial events this weekend.
Second spacewalk in a row to upgrade station
Spacewalking astronauts are picking up where they left off, with another round of space station battery replacements.
Mars rover launch delayed to July 30
NASA remains confident the $2.4 billion rover will be on its way before the planetary launch window closes around August 15.
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TV shows canceled or ended in 2020
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Former cop charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting
The former Atlanta police officer who shot and killed Rayshard Brooks on Friday night has been charged with murder and aggravated assault, along with other charges. Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump calls 99% of COVID-19 cases "harmless"
President Trump declared "99%" of COVID-19 cases to be "totally harmless" during Fourth of July remarks over the weekend, prompting backlash from mayors of both political parties. The president's FDA commissioner struggled to provide a factual basis for the president's claim. Paula Reid reports.
Mass protests after Atlanta cop fatally shoots black man
Atlanta's mayor issued an executive order requiring offices to de-escalate situations following the protests sparked by the death of 27-year-old Rayshard Brooks, who was shot and killed by police during an arrest. The Brooks family continues to grieve and demand justice. Mark Strassmann reports.
Journy navigates the new world of travel
Peak travel season is upon us, but the number of travelers has plummeted due to the coronavirus pandemic. Susan Ho, founder and CEO of travel concierge service Journy, spoke to CBSN about how her company has been navigating the new reality in travel and hospitality.
Trump wanted huge military response to protest
President Trump initially wanted to deploy 10,000 troops to Washington D.C., following last week's protests over the death of George Floyd. High-ranking members of Mr. Trump's Cabinet managed to dissuade him of the idea. Ben Tracy reports.