Americans grapple with stay-at-home orders across the country

CBS News' Jamie Yuccas reports from California where the state has instituted a mandatory order to keep residents home to stop the spread of the virus.

• Mar 22, 2020
• 2:14

Trump gives update on coronavirus response

President Trump said the major disaster declarations in New York and Washington state have been approved and he will approve California's request "soon." The president also said the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is working to assist states hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic. Watch his remarks here.

• Mar 22, 2020
• 22:16

Americans adjust to life amid coronavirus pandemic

Residents in New York and Los Angeles, the largest cities in the U.S., adjusted to life under stay-at-home orders. Meanwhile, in Nashville, the Grand Ole Opry closed its door to audiences but broadcast live for nearly the 5,000th consecutive Saturday night. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.

• Mar 22, 2020
• 1:48

Coronavirus cases in the U.S. exceed 100,000

The effects of the coronavirus pandemic can be felt across the country as the nation’s reported cases exceeds 100,000, forcing some governors to turn to the military for help. A Navy hospital ship named “Mercy” anchored in the San Pedro, California harbor as backup in case Los Angeles-areas hospitals fill up. In New York, the military is converting an NYC convention center into a 1,200-bed emergency hospital. Tom Hanson reports on how the virus is taking hold there and elsewhere within the country.

• Mar 28, 2020
• 3:26

Patients in ICU spike in California

California's hospitals are under siege Sunday. The governor there says the number of patients admitted to intensive care has doubled overnight. And of the 10,000 ventilators needed so far, the state has added less than half that amount. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.

• Mar 29, 2020
• 2:02

LA County librarians sew face masks

California librarians are putting their sewing skills to good use — making cloth face masks for the heroes on the front lines.

• Apr 9, 2020
• 1:42

9-year-old uses Easter money to help homeless

Nine-year-old Estrella is living up to her name, which means star. This year, she decided to spend her Easter money on one thing: buying pizza for a homeless shelter in Stockton, California. She ended up feeding about 90 people with her generous donation.

• Apr 15, 2020
• 1:24

California aiding essential food workers

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that he has signed an executive order allowing two weeks of paid supplemental sick leave to help those working in the food supply chain who have been exposed to coronavirus or have been quarantined. Watch his remarks here.

• Apr 16, 2020
• 3:32

More people creating wills and trusts

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, an increasing number of people are creating wills and trusts in an effort to protect the financial future of their families. Natalie Elisha Gold is a California attorney creating free wills for health care workers across the country. She joins CBSN's Reena Ninan to explain why these documents are so important.

• Apr 16, 2020
• 5:19

California governor announces task force

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the creation of a task force to help reopen the state's economy, the fifth-largest in the world, amid the coronavirus pandemic. Watch his remarks.

• Apr 17, 2020
• 10:11

California governor gives update on COVID-19

California Governor Gavin Newsom said Monday that another 42 people died overnight from coronavirus, putting the state's death toll since the crisis began at over 1,000. Watch his remarks.

• Apr 20, 2020
• 3:43

Mapping coronavirus with AI

California Governor Gavin Newsom says the technology allows officials to see if Californians are following the state's stay-at-home order. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.

• Apr 23, 2020
• 0:51

Several states lifting stay at home orders

Several states across the U.S. have begun reopening some public areas and businesses such as beaches and tattoo parlors. But many consider the reopening premature and dangerous. Danya Bacchus reports.

• Apr 25, 2020
• 1:48

Governors and businesses weigh steps to reopen

Governors and businesses from Hawaii to Alaska to Nevada spent the weekend weighing steps to reopen with measures vastly differing from state-to-state. In parts of California, large crowds of sun seekers were a clear sign many are ready to test unchartered waters. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.

• Apr 26, 2020
• 2:01

States ease restrictions despite warnings

A rising number of states will start to reopen this week, despite the risk people will get sick from the coronavirus. In California, people crowded beaches over the weekend, even though a stay-at-home order is still in place. In Georgia, some businesses are now open to customers, after a controversial decision by the state's governor. Mark Strassmann reports on the state of lockdowns across the country.

• Apr 27, 2020
• 3:42

Restaurants prepare to reopen with virus guidelines

By one estimate, restaurants in the U.S. have lost a combined $80 billion during the shutdown. Some restaurant owners are turning back the clock to stay open and stay safe. Carter Evans reports.

• Apr 28, 2020
• 1:53

California, Michigan tighten lockdowns

California Governor Gavin Newsom is closing Orange County beaches once again after concerns that crowded beaches would jeopardize public health. The decision was met with frustration from some residents and a local official. Also, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer extended the state's emergency declaration by executive order after the Republican-controlled legislature declined. Carter Evans reports on how states around the country are handling the pandemic, including some that have eased their precautions, like Texas.

• May 1, 2020
• 3:38

New insight on case of missing girl Mary Day

Mary Day, 13, went missing in California in 1981. Her disappearance went unreported for over a decade. Her parents said she ran away, but her two sisters suspected Mary was murdered. Fifteen years later, the case took a turn when investigators began looking into it after one of her sisters alerted authorities. Maureen Maher brings new insight into the case for a new "48 Hours" airing Saturday at 10/9c on CBS.

• May 1, 2020
• 4:17

Protests to end lockdown erupt throughout California

In California, there are growing calls to end the lockdown and open access to beaches. Medical experts, however, continue to plead that loosening lockdowns prematurely could lead to a spike in infections and deaths. Danya Bacchus reports.

• May 2, 2020
• 2:33

Millions unemployed as U.S. begins reopening

California florists are among the few businesses permitted to be open for business with curbside pickup, just in time for Mother's Day. However, many Americans still face longer-term unemployment, with 7.7 million jobs lost in the hospitality and travel industries during April alone. Michael George speaks to Americans who are facing unemployment and uncertainty amid the pandemic.

• May 9, 2020
• 3:20

Frustrations rise as states start to reopen

As the coronavirus outbreak continues to take lives in the U.S., people are defying stay-at-home orders. This comes as a key forecasting model predicts the U.S. death toll could approach 140,000 by August. Jamie Yuccas has the latest.

• May 11, 2020
• 2:10

California facing big budget shortfall

Reflecting the financial hit the state is already seeing from the coronavirus pandemic, California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday proposed cutting $6.1 billion from a variety of programs in a budget he says prioritizes public education, public health and public safety. Watch his remarks.

• May 14, 2020
• 9:43

Billions in cuts proposed as California revenue plunges

The Golden State's financial downturn is cushioned by a $16 billion rainy day fund set aside during the good times.

• May 14, 2020

Calif. surgeon general on kids' mental health

California Surgeon General, pediatrician Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, discusses how parents can recognize signs their children are struggling with their mental health during the coronavirus shutdowns — and the impact of stress and anxiety on children's physical health.

• May 13, 2020
• 5:16

Teacher and artist create chalk obstacle courses for kids

The duo have created "Aladdin" and "Beauty and the Beast" themed courses so far.

• May 13, 2020

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