Trump attacks WHO over coronavirus' spread

President Trump turned his ire to the World Health Organization, threatening to pull U.S. funding after blaming the organization for the coronavirus' global spread. While the organization labeled the virus a global health emergency in January, Mr. Trump claims he was not aware of memos written by one of his advisers in late January into February that warned of a full blown pandemic. Ben Tracy is at the White House where Mr. Trump's task force is working to mitigate the worst of the pandemic's effects.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 1:42

New York converts cathedral to field hospital

Nearly 2,000 Americans died of the coronavirus within 24 hours, the highest single-day death toll by far. In New York alone, around 730 people died in one day. While the city converts one of the largest churches in the world into another field hospital, one local critical care doctor said she found hope in the number of patients who are coming off ventilators and surviving. David Begnaud looks at both the city and nursing homes across the country to report on how the pandemic is affecting vulnerable groups.

• Apr 8, 2020
• 4:04

Chicago theater entertains viewers at home

Theaters have gone dark as the world stays home to stop the spread of coronavirus. However, the curtain still goes up every night for those who remember the words of Shakespeare: "all the world's a stage." Dean Reynolds reports.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 1:50

Democrats push for mail-in voting amid coronavirus

Wait times at polling places were as long as two hours Tuesday in Wisconsin, where the governor's bid to delay the state's primaries was denied in a last-minute court decision. It was the first major election to be held under a stay-at-home order. Ed O'Keefe reports.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 1:39

Memo warned White House about coronavirus

The Trump administration had a shake up on Tuesday with the acting secretary of the Navy resigning in the wake of his remarks blasting Captain Brett Crozier. This comes as President Trump had early warnings of the deadly coronavirus in January. Weijia Jiang reports.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 2:43

Coronavirus explodes across Southern states

The coronavirus is exploding across the South with 60,000 confirmed cases. Louisiana has the second highest death rate in the U.S. where more than 70% of coronavirus deaths are African Americans. Janet Shamlian has a look at the numbers.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 2:20

Broadway stars team up for online performance

Cast members and musicians from productions of “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” around the world are bringing a special collaboration to online audiences to remind people they are not alone during this period of self-isolation. The performance, which premiered first on “CBS This Morning” Tuesday, features 80 members of the musical and will benefit The Actor’s Fund, a non-profit that helps support actors and others in need. Dr. Jon LaPook speaks to some of the talented people who worked to create the performance.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 4:43

Global Citizen announces virtual festival

Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas is speaking with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King about her role in "One World: Together At Home," a historic music and entertainment festival broadcast online to fans around the globe. The event, organized by the World Health Organization and advocacy group Global Citizen, will be curated by Lady Gaga and aims to celebrate health care workers and others on the front lines of the coronavirus crisis.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 7:24

Surgeon General calls test levels "a concern"

U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington, D.C. where the White House Coronavirus Task Force is working to contain the pandemic on a nationwide scale. Adams lauded Americans for rallying around national, state and local coronavirus precautions, and said that while the issue of widespread testing is a "concern," the government is working to ramp up efforts to get test results faster.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 6:08

Italy’s virus deaths likely underreported

Italy reported nearly 3,600 new coronavirus cases Monday, the smallest day-to-day increase in almost three weeks. The country has reported more than 132,000 total coronavirus cases and more than 16,000 deaths, but that's likely an underestimate. Chris Livesay reports on why some COVID-19 deaths likely weren’t counted.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 3:10

Hospital workers say they're being silenced

As hard-hit New York begins to show signs of a flattening virus curve, other hotspots around the country are seeing COVID-19 cases skyrocket. Illinois saw their confirmed cases rise by 1,000 in just a single day, while Michigan's largest hospital system reported 1,500 workers showing coronavirus symptoms. Meanwhile, hospital workers say they are being warned not to speak to the media about their hazardous work conditions. David Begnaud reports on the developing outbreaks from New York.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 4:25

U.S. sees severe COVID-19 testing backlog

Coronavirus test results are still pending for tens of thousands of potential patients due to a nationwide backlog that has left hospitals and commercial labs scrambling. Jericka Duncan speaks to one patient who says he was left without answers for eight days after taking a COVID-19 test.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 4:00

Wisconsin holds primary despite pandemic

Wisconsin is holding its Tuesday primary despite Democrats’ attempts to delay it over the coronavirus pandemic. Social distancing will be in effect at polling stations, though the state’s Democratic governor says Republicans are forcing people to choose between their health and their right to vote. Ed O’Keefe reports on the political struggle.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 1:48

U.K. PM Boris Johnson in ICU for coronavirus

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson is in intensive care after his fight with the coronavirus took a troubling turn. Johnson, a key Trump ally, was taken to a hospital on Sunday over a week after testing positive for the virus. Elizabeth Palmer reports on the British leader's health and efforts to lead the country through the pandemic from London.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 1:54

Doctor to public: Keep up virus precautions

U.S. officials report more than 368,000 confirmed coronavirus cases, though the actual number could be higher. The national death toll has reached around 11,000 while hard-hit areas such as New York are beginning to see a plateauing virus curve, though it remains high. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" from her home in New York City to discuss the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 3:50

Texas sets up border checkpoints over virus

Texas officials have set up checkpoints at the state's borders in an effort to keep potential coronavirus cases in the state under control. Drivers arriving at border crossings, such as the one on I-10 linking Texas and Louisiana, are greeted by Texas troopers who verify that travelers have a place where they can comply with a state-ordered 14-day quarantine. Janet Shamlian reports from the Texas-Louisiana state border.

• Apr 7, 2020
• 1:35

Antibody test to measure spread of coronavirus

An ambitious testing program by the University of Miami began in South Florida on Monday. The goal is to clear up the chaotic picture of just how widespread the coronavirus is, which in turn should help some governments plan its response. Dr. Jon LaPook has a look.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 1:44

Performers entertain worldwide audience

Half the world's population is under stay-at-home orders and for many its a hardship. But some took the opportunity to show off their talents to a global audience. Jim Axelrod shows us the videos.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 1:47

U.S. hospitals struggle with equipment shortages

A new report reveals U.S. hospitals are under massive strain, plagued by shortages and burned out medical professionals. Weijia Jiang reports from the White House. 

• Apr 6, 2020
• 2:19

Boris Johnson's coronavirus symptoms worsen

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has become the first head of state to be moved into intensive care as he battles coronavirus. Charlie D'Agata reports.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 2:20

Coronavirus hot spots intensify across the U.S.

The U.S. now reports more than 360,000 cumulative coronavirus cases. Three out of 4 American hospitals are now treating patients with COVID-19. But there are signs that the outbreak might be leveling off in its epicenter, New York state. Mola Lenghi has the latest.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 4:20

Iwo Jima war hero honored for service

Hershel “Woody” Williams is the last surviving World War II Marine to receive the Medal of Honor in that conflict. His trip this spring to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima was canceled, but the 96-year-old shared his advice about heroism, service and survival with Jan Crawford.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 4:27

LeVar Burton on finding "comfort" with books

LeVar Burton, the former host of the children's TV show "Reading Rainbow," is live-streaming readings of books and short stories on Twitter during the coronavirus crisis. The actor, director and educator is doing three readings a week, for children, young adults and adults. He joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how you can find solace in books during this difficult time.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 5:28

Virtual services are “difficult,” pastors say

As Christians begin Holy Week leading up to Easter Sunday, many churchgoers are preparing to attend services virtually, not in person. A few pastors have defied government orders to stop holding gatherings of more than 10 people, but most places of worship are following the rules. James Brown speaks with two pastors about their virtual services.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 4:12

How the coronavirus is impacting rural areas

While the coronavirus is having a disastrous impact on cities like New York and New Orleans, the virus is also starting to hit rural America. Adriana Diaz visits a town in Wisconsin, where doctors are worried an already spread thin health care system could be stretched to the limit.

• Apr 6, 2020
• 4:15

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