Coronavirus cases spiking in reopened states

Coronavirus cases are on the rise in many states that have begun the reopening process. Texas continues to see record-breaking hospitalizations. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Jun 17, 2020
• 2:16

Little library transforms into mini pantry

In front of a community garden on New York's Staten Island sits a little free library where neighbors are swapping essential needs instead of books during the pandemic. Meg Oliver takes a look.

• Jun 16, 2020
• 1:42

Ventilation may reduce virus spread, experts say

A study finds that improving ventilation can significantly lower the amount of time the coronavirus can stay airborne, slowing its spread. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.

• Jun 16, 2020
• 1:59

Beijing district in lockdown over COVID-19 outbreak

Parts of Beijing are under lockdown again after a rise of coronavirus cases linked to a wholesale market. Ramy Inocencio reports.

• Jun 16, 2020
• 1:25

Steroid hailed as "major breakthrough" in COVID-19 fight

Doctors in England say they've discovered the first drug that could dramatically reduce deaths in coronavirus patients. This comes as cases continue to rise across the U.S. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest. 

• Jun 16, 2020
• 3:56

New doctors chronicle COVID-19 fight

As the need for health care workers increased with a surge in COVID-19 hospitalizations, medical schools around the country allowed students to graduate early and join the fight against the coronavirus. “CBS This Morning” asked new doctors in the epicenter of the pandemic to share their journeys with us. Dr. Alison Laxer graduated early and started at Northwell Health’s trauma center to help get consent from patients participating in one of the trials for COVID-19 treatment. Dr. Alex Smith started at North Shore University Hospital exclusively treating coronavirus patients. Dr. Janna Minehart started at NYU Langone’s Tisch Hospital as a resident physician on a general medicine team. Dr. Pratik Shah started at Northwell Health as part of a team enrolling patients for a vaccine trial. Here’s a look at their first few weeks as new doctors during the pandemic.

• Jun 16, 2020
• 4:30

Video diaries chronicle quarantine life

As more than three months passed since the first coronavirus lockdowns, people from across the country shared daily home video diaries with “CBS This Morning.” Kate Huffman is a sixth-generation farmer and financial officer from Illinois. Blake Richards is a second-generation co-owner of Val Surf Shops in southern California. John Patteson works for Procter and Gamble, maker of essential paper goods like toilet paper, in Georgia. Sunnie Clahchischiligi is a doctoral student and freelance journalist from New Mexico who was born and raised in the Navajo Nation. Here is a look at how they've all been experiencing life during the pandemic.

• Jun 16, 2020
• 4:11

Elderly remain isolated despite reopening

The country is slowly reopening, and many Americans are going out and catching up with friends. But the nation's most vulnerable remain stuck behind closed doors, and they're often alone. Chip Reid has their story.

• Jun 15, 2020
• 1:49

Trump pushes forward with Tulsa rally despite COVID-19 threat

President Trump plans to continue with his rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma, this weekend, even though some states are seeing a sharp rise in infections. Ben Tracy reports.

• Jun 15, 2020
• 2:03

Black-owned businesses struggle amid pandemic

Another 1.5 million people applied for unemployment insurance in the latest Labor Department report, adding to the millions who have already made claims. Mark Strassmann take a look at the numbers and those affected most.

• Jun 14, 2020
• 2:07

COVID-19 cases surge across 20 states

Coronavirus infections are on the rise in more than 20 states across the South and West. More than 2 million COVID-19 cases have been reported in the U.S. since the pandemic started. Meg Oliver reports.

• Jun 14, 2020
• 1:55

Lives to Remember: 6/12/20

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, people across the U.S. are losing loved ones to the illness. The victims include Wall Street pioneer Carole Brookins, chemist Dr. Changkiu Keith Riew, pulmonologist Dr. James Mahoney, corrections officer Inez Gonzalez and mental health counselor Torrin Howard. Anthony Mason profiles them in the “CBS This Morning” series, Lives to Remember.

• Jun 12, 2020
• 4:58

Thousands volunteer to be exposed to coronavirus

While researchers continue to expedite a series of human trials for possible coronavirus vaccines, proponents of a controversial solution suggest they have found a quicker way to find a cure: "challenge" trials. Elizabeth Palmer has the details in CBS News' series "Racing to a Cure."

• Jun 11, 2020
• 1:53

Arizona hospitals overwhelmed with COVID-19 cases

Arizona is seeing a rise in patients with coronavirus as ICU capacity hits 90% in Phoenix hospitals and a 77% spike in cases in the state's largest county. Carter Evans reports.

• Jun 11, 2020
• 2:17

6/16/20: Red and Blue

Senate holds hearing on police reforms; Virginia Rep. Riggleman loses Republican primary.

• Jun 16, 2020
• 29:14

Polling the big questions of the 2020 race

The handling of the coronavirus pandemic, the resulting economic downturn and questions of police reform will undoubtedly play a role in the upcoming presidential election. CBS News Director of Elections and Surveys Anthony Salvanto joins the CBSN special, "Red & Blue: State of Our Union," to break down some of the polling around these issues.

• Jun 10, 2020
• 2:26

16 states see rise in coronavirus cases

Two weeks after the Memorial Day holiday, some states are seeing a spike in coronavirus cases and a surge of patients in hospitals. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

• Jun 10, 2020
• 4:05

John Prine's widow on legacy and tribute show

Revered singer-songwriter John Prine died in April of complications caused by COVID-19. An all-star lineup will pay tribute to Prine in a streaming concert organized by the late singer’s family. Prine's widow, Fiona Whelan Prine, joins Anthony Mason on "CBS This Morning" to discuss the loss of her husband and the upcoming show.

• Jun 10, 2020
• 4:19

NYC begins Phase 1 reopening

The rate of new infections in New York City has dropped to its lowest level since the outbreak began. The Big Apple reopened for business 100 days after the first case was confirmed. Mola Lenghi reports.

• Jun 8, 2020
• 2:04

Trump slams Democrats over police reform

President Trump continued to lash out at Democrats over proposed police reforms. In recent days, police reform has emerged as a divisive campaign issue. Weijia Jiang reports.

• Jun 8, 2020
• 2:13

U.S. airlines hope to revive air travel post-pandemic

U.S. airlines are increasing the numbers of flights for July for the first time since the start of the pandemic. Kris Van Cleave reports. 

• Jun 7, 2020
• 2:09

Race for a COVID-19 vaccine

Researchers continue to work toward a coronavirus vaccine, in hopes to put an end to the pandemic. And, as Meg Oliver reports, we could see human trials as early as August.

• Jun 7, 2020
• 1:58

May unemployment drops to 13%

In a surprising turn, the economy added 2.5 million jobs in May, dropping the new unemployment rate to 13.3%. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the reasons behind the unexpected positive data.

• Jun 5, 2020
• 3:27

Packed protests raise concerns over coronavirus spread

Health officials are concerned over the wave of mass protests across the country during the pandemic. A new study found there's a 17% chance of transmitting the coronavirus without a face mask compared with 3% when wearing a face mask. Carter Evans takes a look.

• Jun 3, 2020
• 1:34

Officials worry protests will worsen pandemic

Health officials are raising concerns that the protests sweeping the country could increase the risks of spreading the coronavirus. If cases suddenly spike, city reopenings could be delayed. Mireya Villarreal reports.

• Jun 2, 2020
• 1:10

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