Kids need free time, not screen time, this summer
Overscheduling isn't good for children, especially on summer break, pediatricians say
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High-tech sensors help kids keep eye on aging parents
Smart home devices give older adults a way to stay safe at home, while giving their children peace of mind
One-third of kids use touchscreens by age one
New research finds many kids are digitally literate before they can even talk, and toddlers are spending an hour a day on devices
Should parents snoop on their kids online?
With new tools available to monitor everything kids do, parents face new choices about how far to go to keep them safe
Keeping "smart homes" safe from hackers
Experts weigh in on what needs to be done to make smart home technology safe and secure
Keep your "smart home" from being hacked
Smart home technology can let homeowners network systems together into a completely automated home
Kids with cell phones: How young is too young?
Some cellular carriers are marketing to children as young as five
Some cellular carriers are marketing to children as young as five
Some cellular carriers are marketing to children as young as five. Lindsey Boerma reports.
Is your cloud-based storage at risk of being hacked?
After a hacker broke into celebrities' cloud-base storage systems online, it leaves many Americans wondering if they could be at risk too
New tech helps parents keep teen drivers safe
Ford MyKey, GM Family Link and other options let parents set limits and track their teens on the road
How new tech could help parents keep teen drivers safe
A wave of new gadgets, apps and features offer parents some control when their kids are behind the wheel. Alexander Trowbridge reports.
OpenTable reservation app pushes digital wallet movement forward
With OpenTable, you can use your phone to make a reservation and pay for your meal
New tech helps kids, parents fight cyber-bullies
New apps offer some high-tech solutions to the problem of bullying on social media
Teens use the power of tech to fight cyber-bullies
New technology is empowering kids, parents and schools to fight back against cyber-bullies
New app lets you turn credit cards on and off
Following over $11 billion of fraud in just 2012, a new app allows you to fight back against credit card thieves
Medical apps let doctors diagnose by smartphone
One million people had virtual appointments last year on medical consultation apps; but there are concerns about replacing in-person doctor visitors
Distracted teen drivers often on cellphone with parent
Talking or texting while driving is a major concern, and parents may be setting a bad example
High-tech solutions to car safety for teens
Technology can contribute to distracted driving, but these tech tools might actually make teen drivers safer
Internet of Things not secure, researchers warn
Many Internet-connected devices and home appliances could leave users exposed to hackers, researchers say
Target introduces image-recognition shopping app
Image-recognition technology has improved, and retailers are looking for new ways to improve sales
Coming in 2015: "World's first family robot"
The robots are taking over -- and this one could be in your home by next December
The $5 million cooler
A cooler with built-in blender, Bluetooth and more becomes a Kickstarter sensation, giving new meaning to the word "cool"
Kid-friendly wearables ease parents' minds
Wearable devices can help parents keep track of wandering kids
Kids still getting too much screen time
Three-quarters of children aged 12 to 15 spend more than the recommended amount of time watching TV and using a computer each day
Wearable tech for pets? Devices are not just for humans
Data from wearables could help humans take care of their beloved pets
Technology
Crew readies for space launch amid coronavirus restrictions
A NASA astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts won't have family members at the launch site to cheer them on.
With more working from home, our Internet undergoes a stress test
There has been a dramatic rise (as much as 50%) in online traffic on residential networks that weren't built for data-heavy two-way video conference calls
Google data tracks coronavirus lockdown movement
The internet giant's Community Mobility Reports show how social distancing has affected travel to places like supermarkets and parks.
Zoom looks to fix major security shortcomings
Zoom's CEO said conferencing company will freeze certain features for 90 days to work on strengthening its security.
Amazon vows all warehouse workers will have face masks by next week
The company is also expanding its use of temperature checks to all its facilities, after a surge of worker complaints.
Zoom CEO responds after calls hacked with slurs and porn
The popular app said its number of users has ballooned to hundreds of millions with people isolated at home under coronavirus precautions.
California facility helps make face shields for medical workers
In the race to meet the high demand for personal protective equipment, these 3D-printed face shields can serve as a lifeline for those on the frontlines battling COVID-19.
Marriott reveals second big data breach in two years
Marriott said 5.2 million hotel guests may have had their personal information accessed dating back to mid-January.
Amazon fires worker who organized warehouse walkout
New York City mayor and New York state Attorney General say they'll investigate if the firing was retaliatory.
Screening site promised by Trump takes step toward expansion
The Project Baseline website remains focused on just four California counties
Can this simple ventilator help slow coronavirus death rate?
The OxVent is comprised of three simple pieces: a control box, a transparent container with a pump inside, and a monitor used to track ventilation.
Amazon warehouse workers walk out over coronavirus
Workers in Staten Island, New York, say the e-commerce giant is not doing enough to protect them from getting sick.
The 2020 Census: How our nation in counting on us
The once-in-a-decade enumeration of everyone in America has been launched – and pandemic or not, the work of the Census Bureau will go on
How to live AND work at home without going stir crazy
David Pogue offers advice on maintaining productivity and social relationships while observing social-distancing protocols (and yes, cats are allowed!)
U.S. Space Force launches billion-dollar military comms satellite
The flight was the first national security space launch under authority of the newly established U.S. Space Force — and completed during a deadly pandemic.
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This is how coughing can spread coronavirus in a store, according to researchers
Data shows tiny airborne particles emitted with a cough, sneeze "or even talking" spread in an invisible cloud that lingers.
Latin American homicides drop during coronavirus quarantines
Salvadorian gangs have taken up the role of enforcing social distancing, threatening offenders with threats and bats.
Crew readies for space launch amid coronavirus restrictions
A NASA astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts won't have family members at the launch site to cheer them on.
End of Wuhan lockdown could trigger "resurgence in infections"
At the stroke of midnight, the city celebrated "liberation" from its lockdown and honored frontline workers in a light show.
Twitter's Jack Dorsey pledges $1 billion for virus relief efforts
That's about a-third of his fortune and may be most any one person has given to that cause so far.
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Coronavirus updates: Fauci says U.S. must "redouble" efforts to beat COVID-19
America's COVID-19 death toll is racing toward 15,000, and the number of confirmed cases nationwide has reached more than 430,000.
Surgeon general on COVID-19's disproportionate impact on black America
Adams spoke with BET exclusively about what communities of color can do to protect themselves and why even he's concerned about his own children wearing masks in public.
Fed vows another $2.3 trillion in "Main Street" loans
Central bank cranks up lending to help U.S. households, businesses and local governments survive coronavirus crisis.
Senate takes up expansion of small business loan program
"Do not block emergency aid you do not oppose just because you want something more," McConnell told Democrats.
Volunteers lend RVs to workers on the front lines of pandemic
"RVs for MDs" has over 22,000 online members and has made at least 345 matches so far, with hundreds more pending.
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Fed vows another $2.3 trillion in "Main Street" loans
Central bank cranks up lending to help U.S. households, businesses and local governments survive coronavirus crisis.
Senate takes up expansion of small business loan program
"Do not block emergency aid you do not oppose just because you want something more," McConnell told Democrats.
Linda Tripp, key figure in Clinton impeachment, dies at 70
Tripp made secret tapes of conversations with Monica Lewinsky, who told her she had had an affair with President Clinton.
Trump says he doesn't want to give a date for reopening the economy
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have started crafting additional measures to provide relief for small businesses and Americans out of work because of the crisis.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on response
The briefing is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday.
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Christine Baranski talks "The Good Fight"
Tony and Emmy-winning actress Christine Baranski joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about the newest season of the hit series "The Good Fight," now streaming on CBS All Access. Baranski took on the role of Chicago lawyer Diane Lockhart over a decade ago in the series "The Good Wife." In the season four premiere of its spin off, Baranski's character finds herself in an alternate reality after falling into a coma.
From 1992: Father and son: Guitarists Bucky Pizzarelli and John Pizzarelli
As a singer John Pizzarelli has been crooning classic standards by such legendary artists as Nat King Cole and Frank Sinatra. As a guitar player he had an even closer inspiration: his father, jazz guitarist John “Bucky” Pizzarelli. The two talked with “Sunday Morning” correspondent Billy Taylor about their musical collaboration (which would evolve into several albums together) in a story originally broadcast on June 28, 1992. [Bucky Pizzarelli died on April 1, 2020 at age 94.]
Teachers inspire students with parade of support
Schools have been closed in just about every state for weeks now. Some teachers can't stand seeing their students all cooped up at home, so they found a way to bring a smile to their faces. Jamie Yuccas has their story.
Lives to Remember: Josh Wallwork
Josh Wallwork, a beloved costumer for shows like “Madam Secretary” and “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit,” passed away March 26 from complications of COVID-19. He was 45. “Law and Order: SVU” star Mariska Hargitay said the show’s family is “heartbroken.” Anthony Mason looks back at Wallwork’s legacy.
Ellen faces backlash for comparing quarantine to "being in jail"
"This is like being in jail," the comedian joked. "Mostly because I've been wearing the same clothes for 10 days and everyone in here is gay."
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Crew readies for space launch amid coronavirus restrictions
A NASA astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts won't have family members at the launch site to cheer them on.
With more working from home, our Internet undergoes a stress test
There has been a dramatic rise (as much as 50%) in online traffic on residential networks that weren't built for data-heavy two-way video conference calls
Google data tracks coronavirus lockdown movement
The internet giant's Community Mobility Reports show how social distancing has affected travel to places like supermarkets and parks.
Zoom looks to fix major security shortcomings
Zoom's CEO said conferencing company will freeze certain features for 90 days to work on strengthening its security.
Amazon vows all warehouse workers will have face masks by next week
The company is also expanding its use of temperature checks to all its facilities, after a surge of worker complaints.
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Upgraded Soyuz rocket with crew of three launched to space station
Coronavirus restrictions limited launch guests, but lack of fanfare had no impact on smooth climb to space.
Miami zoo announces birth of clouded leopard kittens
The zoo also shared sweet photos of the cubs, which showcase their large eyes and speckled fur.
Can cats and dogs catch coronavirus?
A new study looked at several animal species and found some are more susceptible than others — but vets don't want you to worry.
States backpedal on plastic-bag bans amid coronavirus panic
Some states are taking harsh measures against reusable tote bags in grocery stores — but plastic can be just as dirty.
Climate change has made California's fire seasons worse: Study
Of the 20 largest fires that have occurred since the 1930s, 15 have come in the past 20 years.
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Volunteers lend RVs to workers on the front lines of pandemic
"RVs for MDs" has over 22,000 online members and has made at least 345 matches so far, with hundreds more pending.
This is how coughing can spread coronavirus in a store, according to researchers
Data shows tiny airborne particles emitted with a cough, sneeze "or even talking" spread in an invisible cloud that lingers.
Trump says he doesn't want to give a date for reopening the economy
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have started crafting additional measures to provide relief for small businesses and Americans out of work because of the crisis.
Watch live: Coronavirus Task Force gives update on response
The briefing is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday.
Watch live: New York Governor Andrew Cuomo gives coronavirus update
Cuomo has announced "good news" in the virus fight but warned against complacency.
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Fed vows another $2.3 trillion in "Main Street" loans
Central bank cranks up lending to help U.S. households, businesses and local governments survive coronavirus crisis.
Senate takes up expansion of small business loan program
"Do not block emergency aid you do not oppose just because you want something more," McConnell told Democrats.
Panera Bread shifts to delivering groceries to offset virus hit
It's hardly alone: Some 97% of all restaurants across the U.S. have had to alter their business due to the pandemic.
Twitter's Jack Dorsey pledges $1 billion for virus relief efforts
That's about a-third of his fortune and may be most any one person has given to that cause so far.
Gig worker unemployment benefits come with big loopholes
Ride-hail drivers, delivery workers and creative freelancers could be barred from "expanded" unemployment benefits.
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Latin American homicides drop during coronavirus quarantines
Salvadorian gangs have taken up the role of enforcing social distancing, threatening offenders with threats and bats.
Doctor, husband killed execution-style by daughter's boyfriend
The daughter and her boyfriend didn't follow her parents' social distancing rules, a friend told investigators.
Illinois mayor's wife found at bar violating stay-at-home order
"My wife is an adult capable of making her own decisions, and in this instance she exhibited a stunning lack of judgement," Mayor Brant Walker of Alton, Illinois, wrote on Facebook.
Maeve Kennedy Townsend McKean's body recovered
A dive and rescue team found McKean's body in 25 feet of water, approximately 2.5 miles south of her mother's house in Shady Side, Maryland.
Child abuse fears rise as families isolate during pandemic
One Texas children's hospital is raising alarm bells after two children died of suspected abuse on the same day.
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Crew readies for space launch amid coronavirus restrictions
A NASA astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts won't have family members at the launch site to cheer them on.
Tuesday's "pink moon" is 2020's largest supermoon
The pink moon was viewable all over the globe.
NASA's Perseverance rover is bringing a hidden message to Mars
After NASA shared a photo of the rover's plaque carrying the names of nearly 11 million people, eagle-eyed fans spotted something special.
NASA offers online fun amid coronavirus
NASA is offering some help to families who are quarantined during the coronavirus. The space agency's website has dozens of tutorials to fascinate any math, science and space lovers.
SpaceX wins NASA moon program contract
SpaceX's Dragon XL cargo ships will support NASA's Artemis moonwalkers and allow extended research.
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Deadliest states for drug overdoses
These states have the highest rate of drug overdose-related deaths per 100,000 residents.
Photos of New York City during the coronavirus crisis
New York City has been particularly hard-hit by COVID-19. These photos show what it's like on the ground.
Photos from the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic
After World War I, something much more deadly arrived on America's shores: the H1N1 influenza virus, known as the Spanish flu.
Evidence photos: Reuschel attempted murder case
Mike Reuschel told police he and his wife Sue had been stabbed by an intruder, but she later told police her husband was the real assailant.
Coronavirus: Deserted places in America, Italy, China and more
From hallowed U.S. colleges to Parisian museums to Italian landmarks, the coronavirus is clearing out the world's most beloved public spaces.
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Sole survivor of Chino Hills massacre describes what happened
Doug and Peggy Ryen, their daughter, Jessica, and neighbor Christopher Hughes were brutally murdered inside the Ryen family’s home on June 4, 1983. Josh Ryen was the only survivor. A year-and-a-half later, the 10-year-old answered D.A. Dennis Kottemeier’s questions about that horrific night – with his grandmother by his side.
Sneak peek: Surviving Ted Bundy
"48 Hours" Live to Tell: Notorious serial killer Ted Bundy targeted three young Florida women in one of his final attacks. They survived and share their terrifying ordeal and long road to recovery. CBS News correspondent Tracy Smith reports in an all-new "48 Hours" airing Saturday, April 11 at 10/9c on CBS.
Christine Baranski talks "The Good Fight"
Tony and Emmy-winning actress Christine Baranski joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about the newest season of the hit series "The Good Fight," now streaming on CBS All Access. Baranski took on the role of Chicago lawyer Diane Lockhart over a decade ago in the series "The Good Wife." In the season four premiere of its spin off, Baranski's character finds herself in an alternate reality after falling into a coma.
Refinancing your mortgage during a pandemic
Mortgage rates are falling near record lows again amid economic uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and mortgage refinance applications are surging. Last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said refinance applications increased 168% from the same time a year ago. LendingTree chief economist Tendayi Kapfidze joins CBSN to discuss the benefits and risks to refinancing your mortgage now.
Over 6 million file for unemployment
The Labor Department's newest weekly jobless claims report shows 6.6 million Americans applying for unemployment over the last week. The previous two weeks saw around 10 million U.S. workers filing, a grim record that reflects the coronavirus pandemic's massive weight on the economy. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to break down what the latest numbers mean for workers today and the future of the U.S. economy.