U.S. breaks single-day August virus record

The dangers of reopening classrooms to in-person learning are being felt at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Just days after classes resumed, at least 10 students tested positive for the coronavirus, in clusters originating at two campus dormitories. It comes as the country saw more than 64,000 new cases Friday, the most in a single day in August so far. There are now more than 5.3 million infections in the U.S. Michael George reports on what the pandemic looks like in the U.S.

• Aug 15, 2020
• 3:27

A look at zoos amid virus lockdown

Veterinarians and other zoo personnel are now using personal protective equipment to protect both themselves and animals from exposure, after a tiger at New York's Bronx Zoo contracted the coronavirus. With no visitors, zookeepers are looking to enrichment activities and walks to keep animals entertained and happy. Jamie Yuccas takes a look at how the pandemic has changed the environment for these animals and the people who care for them.

• Apr 25, 2020
• 3:13

Ex-truck driver turns passion in business

Texas baker Mark Linen studied fine arts with dreams of becoming a marketing director, but when his career in graphic design stalled, he pivoted to truck driving to pay the bills. After founding Brotha Bakes, Linen now bakes and ships hundreds of jars packed with his signature cakes, inspired by delicious childhood memories. He speaks to Michelle Miller about discovering his passion, how his business is handling the COVID-19 pandemic and his dreams for the future.

• Jul 11, 2020
• 5:54

Americans stuck abroad amid virus speak out

While millions of Americans are confined to their homes, many abroad are looking for a way to get back home as more countries, including the U.S., shut borders in an effort to contain the coronavirus. Many say the State Department is providing them with little information while airlines are charging exorbitant fares to get back into the country. Don Dahler speaks to Americans stuck abroad who are hoping to return.

• Mar 21, 2020
• 2:14

Florida prepares to face storm amid pandemic

Florida, a coronavirus hotspot, is under a new threat as Hurricane Isaias approaches. Florida has seen a record number of new coronavirus cases and coronavirus-linked deaths in the last week, and the storm is now complicating efforts to contain the pandemic. Manuel Bojorquez reports from Riviera Beach, Florida.

• Aug 1, 2020
• 3:03

Officials brace for post-holiday COVID surge

Public health officials are bracing for another uptick of coronavirus infections and deaths following Christmas and New Year's gatherings. It is putting new pressure on the nation's already strained health care system, especially in California where some hospitals are on the verge of rationing care. Tom Hanson reports on the state of the pandemic there and across the country.

• Jan 2, 2021
• 3:15

Preparations for looming coronavirus threat

As panic over the coronavirus spreads through the country and the globe, people search for answers about what to look out for and what to do to stay healthy. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to provide insights and break down health officials’ latest projections for the disease.

• Feb 29, 2020
• 4:36

Texas State Fair hosts drive-thru amid COVID

Dating back to 1886, the Texas State Fair is one of the nation's largest, attracting millions of visitors each year. Generations have enjoyed a variety of treats under the watchful eye of a 52-foot tall cowboy statue known as "Big Tex." The pandemic has put a wrinkle in this year's plans, so Mireya Villarreal is taking a look at how Texans are still enjoying everything the fair has to offer while staying safe.

• Oct 10, 2020
• 2:46

Trump under fire over coronavirus response

The Trump administration has announced that it is working with states to step up coronavirus testing as Congressional Democrats say the president is downplaying the threat of a widespread outbreak. Democratic primary candidates have also attacked Trump over what they call his lack of preparedness. Steve Dorsey reports from the White House where the president has tried to encourage a positive outlook on battling a likely outbreak.

• Feb 29, 2020
• 2:21

Airline study says virus risk low on planes

An unprecedented series of tests claim to prove airline cleaning techniques do effectively kill the coronavirus. The research was funded by Boeing. University of Arizona and Boeing researchers used a live, but harmless virus to test the cleaning process on real planes. Kris Van Cleave has more on the study and what it means about the safety of flying in a pandemic.

• Oct 24, 2020
• 2:20

COVID-19 cases soar in all but 8 U.S. states

As fall approaches, coronavirus cases are soaring in the U.S. in all but eight states. Hawaii, California, Arizona, Idaho, Wyoming, North Dakota, Georgia, and Vermont are the exception to the rise in infections. This surge comes as the country saw nearly 70,000 new cases on Friday, the most in a single day since July. It pushed the overall number of infections over 8 million and the death toll to more than 218,000 people. Michael George reports from New York.

• Oct 17, 2020
• 3:24

Stunning images show empty NYC

Stay-at-home orders have turned America's densest and most vibrant cities into virtual ghost towns, but for one New York photojournalist, the shutdown created a unique chance to document the empty city. Brook Silva-Braga joined George Steinmetz as the latter recounted his unusual helicopter ride around a locked down New York City.

• Apr 18, 2020
• 6:33

How health crises helped shape our cities

From yellow fever to tuberculosis to the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, New York City has fought health crises before the coronavirus pandemic hit. But each wave of contagion has helped shape the city seen today. Tom Hanson looks at how past pandemics have impacted the architecture and makeup of today's urban environments.

• Nov 14, 2020
• 5:36

Americans look to nature as a peaceful escape

Desperate to escape their homes amid coronavirus lockdowns, Americans are heading outside in record numbers for fresh air and exercise -- while also finding ways to adhere to social distancing guidelines. Christina Ruffini speaks to some Washington, D.C. locals who are finding the benefit in stepping outside during odd hours.

• Apr 25, 2020
• 2:41

New York on lockdown over virus pandemic

Drastic measures were taken on Friday as two of the nation's biggest states joined a third in ordering all non-essential workers to stay home. Now New York, California, and Illinois are in lockdown mode. The U.S. coronavirus death toll has soared to at least 260 reported fatalities. More than 5,300 new cases were reported Friday, bringing the current total to over 19,000. Michael George reports on the pandemic from Times Square.

• Mar 21, 2020
• 3:42

NYSE trading floor reopens Tuesday

New York Stock Exchange President Stacey Cunningham had the trading floor closed on March 23 amid concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. However, for the first time in its 227 year history, trading continued electronically while the floor was shut down. Dana Jacobson speaks to Cunningham about what trading will look like after the floor resumes in-person trading Tuesday.

• May 23, 2020
• 4:50

U.S. unemployment rate jumps to 14.7%

A record 20.5 million Americans lost jobs in April, according to an unemployment report released by the Labor Department Friday. The U.S. unemployment rate jumped to 14.7%, the worst since the Great Depression. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to unpack the staggering figure and discuss what it means for the future of the country.

• May 9, 2020
• 3:37

Doctor implores Americans to wear masks

Many Americans are looking for ways to stay safe this holiday weekend as coronavirus cases rise to record levels in some states. The total number of confirmed cases in the U.S. is nearly 3 million. Johns Hopkins University's Dr. Amesh Adalja joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the latest numbers and what that means for the millions of Americans hoping to celebrate Independence Day.

• Jul 4, 2020
• 3:44

David Sedaris on "The Best of Me"

Celebrated writer David Sedaris may be one of the only authors alive who can fill concert venues just so people could listen to him read. While audiences feel like a distant memory during the coronavirus pandemic, he spoke to Jeff Glor about how the things he's still found to laugh about and his new book, "The Best of Me," a collection of his best essays and stories.

• Nov 7, 2020
• 6:03

Nonprofit helps feed Minneapolis after unrest

Days after protests and fires ripped through Minneapolis, residents already impacted by the coronavirus pandemic's lockdowns were left with nowhere to buy groceries. The Sheridan Story, a nonprofit focused on feeding kids throughout Minnesota during food gaps, sprung into action. The group partnered with a local middle school after a community member put a call out on social media to help feed their neighbors. Jamie Yuccas speaks to Rob Williams, the Sheridan Story's founder and executive director.

• Jun 6, 2020
• 3:05

At least 22,000 Americans still stuck abroad

Millions of Americans shelter at home amid the coronavirus pandemic, while others remain on foreign shores still hoping to return to the U.S. Cancelled flights, sudden travel restrictions and strict quarantines have all blocked many people from getting back. This week, the State Department warned that time may be running out. Kris Van Cleave speaks to some of the Americans looking for a way to return.

• Apr 4, 2020
• 3:32

Looking back after a year of COVID-19

CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus looks back at a year of COVID-19 and what's ahead.

• Mar 20, 2021
• 6:35

How a Chicago jail slashed its COVID-19 cases

With more than 5,000 inmates, Chicago's Cook County jail was once one of the worst coronavirus hotspots in the country. Before the state of Illinois grappled with a new surge of hundreds of thousands of cases, Adriana Diaz found out how health measures had briefly made it one of the safest institutions in Chicago.

• Nov 28, 2020
• 4:05

Apple, Google plan COVID-19 contact tracker

The CEOs of Apple and Google are joining forces in a combined effort to combat the coronavirus. The Silicon Valley giants are each planning on rolling out technology on their operating systems in May that can notify someone if they’ve been in contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19. Wired Editor-in-Chief Nick Thompson joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to explain the new technology and how people can use it to keep themselves safe.

• Apr 11, 2020
• 3:31

COVID death toll surpasses heart disease

COVID-19 has surpassed heart disease as the leading cause of death in the U.S. over the last week, as the soaring number of infections overwhelms many of the nation's hospitals and forces new containment restrictions. Michael George reports on the state of the pandemic across the country.

• Dec 5, 2020
• 3:15

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