U.S. economic shutdown saved up to 2.7 million lives
Slamming the brakes on the economy saved many more lives than it ruined, researchers conclude.
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Are indoor dining delays the final straw for restaurants?
"Anybody that thinks that outdoor dining is a solution needs to have their head examined," said one restaurant owner.
Goya Foods CEO "not apologizing" for praising Trump
Family company's top exec, Robert Unanue, calls an anti-Trump Goya boycott an attempt at "suppression of speech."
What Americans could learn from Donald Trump's financial records
Real estate holdings, business relationships, spending habits, even romantic entanglements can be deduced from tax and bank records.
COVID-19 surge: Next bailout could cost $1.5 trillion, Moody's says
The price tag jumped from an earlier estimate of $1 trillion due to the hit to states that are struggling with a surge.
How to file for an extension on your taxes
Too busy to think about taxes until now? It's easy to ask the government for more time, even with a July 15 deadline.
Unemployment benefits: Do you have to pay taxes on them?
Almost 1 in 3 jobless workers mistakenly believe their unemployment benefits are tax-free.
Washington Redskins reportedly set to drop their name
Announcement said to be imminent, though unclear when new moniker will be revealed.
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.
Dental patients paying extra for PPE as supplies run thin
Many dentists are charging fees to cover costs of hard-to-come-by gear.
Universal basic income cause gets $3 million boost from Jack Dorsey
The Twitter co-founder's donation will help fund a group of guaranteed income pilot programs in a dozen U.S. cities.
Treasury names small businesses receiving PPP loans
The names make up less than 15% of the nearly 5 million small businesses that received forgivable, low-interest loans.
After lobbying, Catholic Church won $1.4 billion in virus aid
The Catholic Church used an unprecedented exemption to amass at least $1.4 billion in taxpayer-backed aid.
Ford rejects workers' suggestion it stop making police vehicles
Nation's second-largest automaker won't give up its status as top seller of transportation for law enforcement.
A second stimulus check? Here's how much you could get
President Trump says Americans may soon receive another stimulus payment to help weather the coronavirus recession.
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Japanese officials "shocked" by COVID outbreak at U.S. military bases
Governor of Okinawa voices "serious doubts about U.S. measures against infections," as July 4th parties blamed locally for dozens of cases.
Kelly Preston, actress and John Travolta's wife, has died at 57
She lost a two-year battle with breast cancer, Travolta said in a tribute post on Instagram.
Video shows Pennsylvania officer with knee on man's neck
The clip has prompted protests and a demand from the local Black Lives Matter group to suspend the officers involved.
Washington NFL team officially drops "Redskins" name
A new name must still be selected for one of the oldest and most storied teams in the National Football League.
China bans U.S. senators in dispute over religious persecution
Ambassador for Religious Freedom Sam Brownback also barred over criticism of ruling Communist Party's treatment of minorities.
Judge blocks federal executions hours before lethal injection
The Trump administration immediately appealed to a higher court, asking that the executions move forward.
U.S. economic shutdown saved up to 2.7 million lives
Slamming the brakes on the economy saved many more lives than it ruined, researchers conclude.
25 Democratic senators endorse Atlanta reverend for Georgia seat
Warnock has served as the senior pastor at the famous Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, the former pulpit of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., for 14 years.
Fire on Navy ship in San Diego injures 17 sailors
All sailors are accounted for and everyone injured is in stable condition. An investigation is underway.
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Bookstore owners urge readers to go "beyond the book"
The bookstore said it has championed black authors and stories of the African diaspora for 13 years.
40% of black-owned businesses may not survive coronavirus
Largely deprived of federal aid, many African-American business owners are closing their doors for good.
An urban farm's quest to survive and thrive
Before the coronavirus, this non-profit farm was flourishing. Amid an uncertain future, they're still giving back.
Drone portraits capture stay-at-home era
When the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S., photographer Tec Petaja sought out a creative outlet and a way to give back.
New York bistro owner finds lifeline in rotisserie chickens
What started as a popup venture before the coronavirus crisis can "became something that can grow" for the future.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
How gig economy workers can save for retirement
Several types of plans are available, but figuring out which one is right for you can be confusing, so here's some help
When delaying your Social Security benefits pays off
The impact of your age when you begin collecting benefits can be more financially significant than you think
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Hardship withdrawals from your company's 401(k)
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
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Nelson Mandela's youngest daughter Zindzi dies in South Africa at 59
Like her parents, Zindzi Mandela was involved in the fight against apartheid. The cause of her death was not immediately revealed.
German police hunt forest for well-armed man who disarmed officers
Hundreds of officers are focusing on the Black Forest region in the manhunt for a camouflage-clad assailant with history of firearms offenses.
UAE set to launch ambitious Mars mission
Nation aims to join an exclusive club with its first interplanetary launch. China and the U.S. also have Mars missions set to launch this month.
Japanese officials "shocked" by COVID outbreak at U.S. military bases
Governor of Okinawa voices "serious doubts about U.S. measures against infections," as July 4th parties blamed locally for dozens of cases.
China bans U.S. senators in dispute over religious persecution
Ambassador for Religious Freedom Sam Brownback also barred over criticism of ruling Communist Party's treatment of minorities.
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The Trump administration immediately appealed to a higher court, asking that the executions move forward.
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U.S. economic shutdown saved up to 2.7 million lives
Slamming the brakes on the economy saved many more lives than it ruined, researchers conclude.
DOJ's overhaul of police reform initiative was "a punch in the gut"
After the fatal shooting of Walter Scott, North Charleston officials and the DOJ launched a collaborative review of the police.
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This week we sat down with Surgeon General Jerome Adams, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb.
First federal execution in 17 years scheduled for Monday
Murderer Daniel Lewis Lee is slated to die by lethal injection even though the victim's family objects due, among other things, to concern they could be exposed to the coronavirus by attending.
25 Democratic senators endorse Atlanta reverend for Georgia seat
Warnock has served as the senior pastor at the famous Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, the former pulpit of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., for 14 years.
Top Mueller prosecutor writing book on Russia probe
The new book from Andrew Weissmann will hit shelves September 29.
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Elin Hilderbrand, known as the queen of the summer beach read, talks about writing her new book, "28 Summers," on "CBS This Morning."
Kelly Preston dies after cancer battle
Actress Kelly Preston has died after a two-year battle with breast cancer. Her husband of nearly 29 years, actor John Travolta, broke the news to fans on Instagram. Preston began her career in the 1980s and went on to appear in popular movies, like "Jerry Maguire." She and Travolta last starred together in the 2018 film "Gotti." Preston was 57 years old.
Kelly Preston, actress and John Travolta's wife, has died at 57
She lost a two-year battle with breast cancer, Travolta said in a tribute post on Instagram.
Nicole Thea, pregnant YouTube star, has died at age 24
"As a family we ask that you give us privacy because our hearts are truly broken and we are struggling to cope with what has happened," her mom wrote in an Instagram post.
Benjamin Keough, son of Lisa Marie Presley, has died at age 27
His mother "is completely heartbroken, inconsolable and beyond devastated," a representative for Lisa Marie Presley said in a statement.
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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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UAE set to launch ambitious Mars mission
Nation aims to join an exclusive club with its first interplanetary launch. China and the U.S. also have Mars missions set to launch this month.
Japan accepted COVID's airborne spread months ago, and is fighting it
It took pressure from 239 scientists for the WHO to even admit the new coronavirus may spread via aerosols, but in Japan, they're focusing on solutions.
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Astrophotographers around the world have captured incredible photos of the once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.
Mystery elephant killer could leave herd "decimated," expert warns
Something has killed more than 350 elephants in the country's Okavango Delta, and officials hope to have some answers in the coming week.
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U.S. economic shutdown saved up to 2.7 million lives
Slamming the brakes on the economy saved many more lives than it ruined, researchers conclude.
Japan accepted COVID's airborne spread months ago, and is fighting it
It took pressure from 239 scientists for the WHO to even admit the new coronavirus may spread via aerosols, but in Japan, they're focusing on solutions.
We'll be living with masks for years, pandemics expert predicts
Johns Hopkins' Eric Toner also says he thinks the U.S. will need another lockdown to try to curb the COVID-19 pandemic.
Houston leaders call for lockdown as coronavirus cases spike
"Not only do we need a stay home order now, but we need to stick with it this time until the hospitalization curve comes down, not just flattens," Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo tweeted Sunday.
Florida sets new record with 15,299 coronavirus cases in 24 hours
The previous record of new cases reported was over 11,000 in New York, at the time the epicenter of the U.S. outbreak, on April 14.
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Washington Redskins reportedly set to drop their name
Announcement said to be imminent, though unclear when new moniker will be revealed.
Dental patients paying extra for PPE as supplies run thin
Many dentists are charging fees to cover costs of hard-to-come-by gear.
Universal basic income cause gets $3 million boost from Jack Dorsey
The Twitter co-founder's donation will help fund a group of guaranteed income pilot programs in a dozen U.S. cities.
After lobbying, Catholic Church won $1.4 billion in virus aid
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Video shows Pennsylvania officer with knee on man's neck
The clip has prompted protests and a demand from the local Black Lives Matter group to suspend the officers involved.
Appeals court paves way for first federal execution in 17 years
Family members of Daniel Lewis Lee's victims petitioned to have the execution delayed so they could attend without fear of traveling during the coronavirus pandemic.
Chowchilla bus kidnapping survivors relive their terrifying ordeal
Twenty-six children abducted by masked gunmen and buried alive in a truck trailer — survivors relive their horrifying ordeal and journey to escape
Surgeon charged in scheme to pay addicts to receive experimental implant
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Execution blocked after victims' family raises virus concerns
Daniel Lewis Lee, a former white supremacist who robbed and murdered a family of three, including their 8-year-old daughter, was scheduled to be executed on Monday.
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Nation aims to join an exclusive club with its first interplanetary launch. China and the U.S. also have Mars missions set to launch this month.
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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.
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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.
"Sunday Morning" Full Episode 7/12
Guest host: Lee Cowan. In our cover story, NPR's Allison Aubrey examines how medical staff from Johns Hopkins are joining forces with "trusted messengers" in the Baltimore community to improve health outcomes for African Americans facing coronavirus. Plus: Seth Doane reports on the economic fallout in Rome due to an absence of American tourists; Mo Rocca talks with actress Melissa Gilbert about life lessons learned from "Little House on the Prairie"; Bill Whitaker sits down with chef Dominique Crenn, the first woman in America to receive three Michelin stars; Jim Axelrod interviews “Daily Show” host Trevor Noah; Lee Cowan explores how residents in rich and poor areas of Shreveport, La., are extending themselves to their neighbors to build a more caring community; and Martha Stewart discusses the inspirations for, and benefits from, creating a beautiful, subtle and colorful garden.
Coronavirus cases continue to rise
There's a notable rise in new coronavirus cases in several states, particularly in populous states like California, Texas and Florida. More than 2 million Americans have been infected thus far and the national death toll is now at 115,000. Janet Shamlian reports.