Cities struggle with social distancing

Practicing social distancing can become difficult in heavily urban areas, where people living in small spaces try to get outside while still avoiding others. Some grocery stores have implemented policies designed to keep customers at a distance from each other while several major chains have placed limits on how many people can be inside at once. Jericka Duncan speaks to everyday city dwellers to see how they think the mandate designed to help slow the spread of the coronavirus is going.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 4:07

Restaurants grapple with virus precautions

Restaurants across the U.S. have been required to alter their operations in order to survive, with several cities and states shutting bars and restaurants over the coronavirus pandemic. Shifting to take out-only is the only way some eateries can stay in business, requiring fewer employees and altered menus and unfortunately to varying degrees of success. Vladimir Duthiers speaks to restauranteurs and their employees about the toll this is taking on their business and their lives.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 4:03

Volunteers work to aid seniors amid pandemic

While the coronavirus pandemic is expected to worsen, efforts have been raised around the country to help people aged 65 and older who are the most susceptible to the coronavirus. A Kentucky COVID-19 relief program pairs people who are medically at-risk, in most cases the elderly, with those who are not. In Texas, a Facebook group with thousands of members has become a virtual community working on real ways to help seniors. Errol Barnett reports on these groups and shares personal stories from those who are working to help.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 3:27

Ford CEO on aiding the coronavirus effort

Ford Motor Company announced it will help overcome critical supply shortages in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. The automotive giant is partnering with GE Healthcare to expand production of much-needed ventilators each month to treat coronavirus patients. Ford is also using its 3-D printing factories to produce plastic face shields and respirator masks for health care workers. President and CEO of Ford Motor Company Jim Hackett joins “CBS This Morning” for his first TV interview about the crisis.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 5:16

Implications of newly reported virus symptom

A new clue for doctors trying to diagnose the coronavirus has emerged in the form of newly detected symptoms. Some virus patients report losing their sense of smell and taste. Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about what this could mean for coronavirus research.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 4:26

Cuomo on "dramatic increase" in coronavirus

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo held a briefing Tuesday on efforts to combat the coronavirus outbreak in the state. He said the number of confirmed cases is increasing dramatically, and the testing of an experimental drug combo treatment is beginning today.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 5:54

Senate continues negotiations for virus relief bill

Senators are working to hash out the details of a $1.6 trillion dollar coronavirus economic relief bill. Top congressional and Trump administration officials say an agreement is within reach. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss why Democrats blocked the stimulus package in a procedural vote yesterday, and what changes they want to see.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 3:41

Cuomo: "Let's learn how to act as one nation"

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo urged Americans to pay attention to the coronavirus crisis hitting his state, and warned that the surge of cases happening in New York will hit other areas of the country a few weeks later. "We are your future," he said. "Help New York to help yourselves." Watch a portion of his remarks.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 2:25

Cuomo: Urgent need for hospital beds, ventilators

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says field hospitals are being built and he's talking to hotels and other facilities about adding treatment sites for a surge of coronavirus patients. He also said thousands more ventilators are urgently needed. Watch his remarks.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 5:33

Cuomo: Don't sacrifice elderly for the economy

At a briefing Tuesday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said it's not an "either-or" choice to protect public health or save the economy in the coronavirus crisis. "My mother is not expendable. And your mother is not expendable," he said. He also urged President Trump to use his powers under the Defense Procurement Act to produce more ventilators and other medical supplies. Watch his remarks.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 5:25

Poll: 53% approve of Trump's coronavirus response

A new CBS News poll shows 53% of Americans say President Trump is doing a "good job" when it comes to handling the coronavirus pandemic. In a briefing Monday, the president signaled Americans could return to work soon, despite calls from health officials for people to continue to stay home. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN with the latest.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 7:00

New quarantine guidelines for anyone near N.Y. metro area

President Trump said the U.S. is beginning to see the "light at the end of the tunnel," as the number of coronavirus cases in the country is doubling every two to three days. He also issued new guidelines for anyone who has visited the New York metropolitan area. Watch his remarks here.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 12:58

Homeless shelters cut intake due to COVID-19

As social distancing measures force homeless shelters to cut their intake, a Seattle religious group is worried about the city's unhoused population. Restrictions on movement are hindering both fundraising and food distribution efforts. Noelle Wiggins from REACH talked to CBSN's Anne-Marie Green.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 5:22

Senate agrees on massive coronavirus package

The Senate has reached a bipartisan agreement on a historic relief package for those suffering the economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic. The massive bill includes $2 trillion for workers and businesses, as well as people who have already lost their jobs. Nancy Cordes breaks down the contents of the massive stimulus bill.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 3:02

Senate coronavirus relief bill is "lifeline"

The Senate's $2 trillion coronavirus relief package is expected to pass sometime Wednesday before being sent to the House. The historic bill is designed to help workers and businesses affected by the damage the coronavirus pandemic is causing the economy, including people who have already lost their jobs as a result. Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about what that means for you.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 1:35

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• Mar 25, 2020
• 1:11

Anyone leaving N.Y. advised to self-quarantine

White House coronavirus response coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx says the coronavirus is so widespread in New York that anyone who leaves the area should self-quarantine for 14 days to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 to other communities. Watch her remarks.

• Mar 24, 2020
• 1:37

Senate strikes deal on virus relief bill

Democratic and Republican leaders in the Senate say help is on the way for American workers and businesses slammed by the coronavirus pandemic, with agreement on a roughly $2 trillion dollar rescue package. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss when that relief could reach the public.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 5:53

Coronavirus relief bill on the way

President Trump said Tuesday he would like to see the country reopen by Easter, but health officials say it's premature to plan on that. This comes as Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said the president will be "absolutely" pleased to sign the Senate's coronavirus economic relief bill. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 6:19

Cuomo on surge of health care workers

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says 40,000 doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists and other medical professionals have signed up to join a surge health care force to help fight the coronavirus outbreak. "That's a big, big deal," Cuomo said at a briefing Wednesday. He said mental health professionals are also volunteering to provide free counseling.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 2:59

NYC to close some streets amid outbreak

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced new rules for New York City playgrounds and said a pilot program will test closing some streets to reduce crowding for pedestrians during the coronavirus outbreak. Watch his remarks from a news conference Wednesday.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 3:27

Protecting your mental health during coronavirus

Another important issue during this pandemic is protecting your mental health. More than 6,000 health professionals in New York are now providing free services to help those with the stress of COVID-19. Dr. Lucy McBride, an internist in Washington, D.C., joins "CBS Evening News" with her expertise.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 2:25

Trump: "We commit to social distancing"

During a coronavirus task force update Wednesday night, President Trump outlined the emergency declarations he has approved for New York, California, Washington state, Iowa, Louisiana, Texas and Florida. Watch his remarks here.

• Mar 25, 2020
• 14:05

Unemployment claims reach record

The U.S. Department of Labor reported Thursday a record-high 3.28 million Americans filed for unemployment benefits in the past week as coronavirus slams the economy. Yahoo Finance anchor Adam Shaprio joined CBSN to discuss.

• Mar 26, 2020
• 5:31

Cuomo: Congressional aid is not enough

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says the federal stimulus bill Congress passed to help with coronavirus relief fails to meet the needs of local and state governments dealing with the economic fallout. He said states are dealing with a "double-whammy" of massive costs and a loss of tax revenue. Watch his remarks from Thursday's briefing.

• Mar 26, 2020
• 4:17

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